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BETTY JOEL (BRITISH, 1894-1985)A SIDE TABLE; MADE BY TOKEN WORKS, 1934Walnut; rectangular form, curved edgePaper label with 'TOKEN HAND MADE FURNITURE/Designed by Betty Joel (facsimile stamp)/Made by J Roberts/at Token Works, Portsmouth, June 1934'74cm high, 106cm wide, 60cm deepI personally began to design furniture because I despaired of trying to adapt old furniture to the needs of my own entirely modern house ~ Betty Joel in 1932An impressive business woman, and talented (perhaps occasionally overlooked) female furniture, textile and interior designer active in England during the interwar years. Joel epitomised the elegance and innovation of early 20th century furniture design. Her works were known for their distinct art deco style; the designs were modern yet functional, using high-quality woods and detailed joinery. Her business the Token Works operated out of multiple UK cites/hubs.Examples of her work can be found in the V&A and Geffrye museums in London. Her great-nephew Clive Stewart-Lockhart has published, this year (2025), a new biography on Joel to mark the 40th year of her passing - showcasing her design, vision and ever-lasting impact on British furniture design.