Burke Furniture Today
With Duncan and Maurice’s designs out of production for several decades now, the Burke family’s furniture has transitioned from the landscape of everyday products, to that of classic curiosities and hidden gems among collectors and design enthusiasts around the world.
Below you’ll find some pictures of pieces from the Burke family themselves, as well as those generously shared with the Archive by visitors!
If you have your own pieces of Burke family furniture or memorabilia you would like to showcase on the Archive, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us through our contact section, or click here to send a direct email.
-Declan Burke
Early 70's Arkana made Chelsea Campaign Chair in brown. Note the Allen key screws utilized for easy assembly. (Image courtesy of owner Zahava Webster)
Arkana badge and production/patent information stamped on the seat. (Image courtesy of owner Zahava Webster)
Claverdon Lounge Chair from Declan Burke's house, in black leather and chromed steel.
Claverdon Lounge Chair from Declan Burke's house (with slightly distressed leather).
Prototype of the Chelsea Campiagn Chair, as manufactured by Pozza. From Declan Burke's house.
Prototype dining chairs by Maurice Burke, from Declan Burke's house. The table is Ikea, and the typewriter is a 1963 Smith Corona Classic 12.
A single chair of Maurice's prototype set in Declan Burke's house.
Arkana-made Orbita Lounger and Ottoman sets in black vinyl and chromed steel. From Duncan's personal collection.
Arkana-made Orbita Lounger and Ottoman sets in black vinyl and chromed steel. From Duncan's personal collection.
Arkana-made Orbita Lounger and Ottoman set in black vinyl and chromed steel. From Duncan's personal collection.
Arkana-made Orbita Dining Set in black leather and chromed steel. From Duncan's personal collection. The table is Knoll.
Arkana-made Orbita Dining Set in black leather and chromed steel. From Duncan's personal collection. The table is Knoll.
Claverdon Lounge Chairs in brown leather and chromed steel. From Duncan's personal collection
a single Arkana-made Orbita Dining Chair in black leather and chromed steel. From Duncan's personal collection.
Comparison of profiles of the Arkana made Orbita chairs. Dining chair (left), and Lounger (right). From Duncan's personal collection.
Rare Ministool in white molded plastic. From Duncan's personal collection.
Rear of Ministool. From Duncan's personal collection. Note the handle for easy carrying.
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