Rare Mid-Century modernist desk set accessories by Ritts Co, Los Angeles, CA. The set is built with nine pieces: a pen holder, ashtray, pair of bookends, mail holder, letter holder, pair of desk tidy, and desk blotter pad. Oakwood pieces sandwiched by two crystal clear Lucite blocks held together by nuts and bolts. The sculptural design is extremely modern and perfect for any desk or office decoration.
Herb Ritts Sr. founded the Ritts Astrolite Co., a furniture and accessories manufacturer based in Los Angeles, California in the 1970s. The Astrolite name refers to items made of or featuring in large part, high-quality acrylic or Lucite.
This set is exceptional and extremely complete. Some of the pieces still have the original brand sticker.
Ritts Co LA Mid-Century Modern Lucite and Oak Astrolite Desk Set
circa 1970