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Antique Slant-Front Drafting Desk Writing Table
Located in Forney, TX
early 20th century, likely French, one piece desk on frame form, having a sloped front with inset felt
Category

Early 20th Century Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Felt, Ebony, Burl, Rosewood, Palisander, Maple, Mahogany, Kingwood

Umberto Mascagni Designed Italian 20th Century Sleek Desk Accessory Photo Frame
By Umberto Mascagni
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage circa 1970's Italian desk accessory picture frame designed by Umberto Mascagni. The frame
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal

Petite Desk or Bedside Picture Frame with Clip by Jay Strongwater
By Jay Strongwater
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A lovely and very petite Jay Strongwater Picture frame. Great for the bedside or desk. The back has
Category

20th Century Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal

Antique Austrian Art Deco Walnut Wood & Silver Plated Desk Photo / Picture Frame
By Tiffany & Co., Cardeilhac, Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique early 20th century Austrian picture frame. Comprised of a silver plate mounted
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Picture Frames

Materials

Silver Plate

Bvlgari Roma Classic Desk Large Picture Frame in .925 Sterling Silver and Wood
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
Picture frame designed by Bvlgari. Beautiful desk picture frame, designed with geometric
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Gold Hibiscus Picture Frame
By L'Originale
Located in Milan, IT
There's no more special way to display a treasured memory than this sophisticated picture frame
Category

2010s Italian Picture Frames

Materials

Gold, Bronze, Silver

Gold Hibiscus Picture Frame
H 14.97 in W 11.03 in D 1.19 in
1970s Italian Wooden Picture Frame
By Romeo Rega
Located in Roma, IT
A very striking large 1970s striped wooden Italian picture frame. This style of frame was prevalent
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Brass

1970s Italian Wooden Picture Frame
1970s Italian Wooden Picture Frame
H 13 in W 13 in D 0.4 in
Sterling Silver Picture Frame from Spain
By Lunt Silver
Located in New York, NY
A small, elegant sterling silver picture frame, circa mid-20th century, Spain. A beautifully made
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Picture Frames

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Picture Frame from Spain
Sterling Silver Picture Frame from Spain
H 3.94 in W 2.75 in D 0.5 in
Sky Picture Frame Stainless Steel, Small 10X15Cm
Located in New York, NY
Sleek, sophisticated and minimalist, this beautiful picture frame leaves the photo to take center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Steel

Sky Picture Frame Stainless Steel, Large 20X25cm
Located in New York, NY
With its sleek minimalism and clean lines, this large picture frame adds a touch of Scandinavian
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Steel

Paul Lobel Style Polished Brass Picture Frame, 1950s
By Paul Lobel
Located in Atlanta, GA
classic design remains modern and timeless. It makes a great desk accessory, console frame, or bedroom
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal, Brass

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Picture Frame from Italy
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and well-made sterling silver picture frame from American luxury house, Tiffany & Co
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Sterling Silver

Italian Fontana Arte Brass and Glass Picture Frame
By Fontana Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
compliment to many places from on a desk or work station to a bedside frame. literally any room is ready for
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Brass

Sky Picture Frame Stainless Steel, Medium 13X18 cm
Located in New York, NY
Add a little bit of Scandinavian minimalism to your desk or mantlepiece with this elegant medium
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Steel

Arts & Crafts X-Frame Mahogany Desk Chair
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Arts & Crafts X-frame mahogany desk chair. The chair is set on X-framed Legs, a very strong
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Zanotta Comacina Writing Desk in Black Top & Stainless Steel Frame
By Zanotta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Comacina Writing Desk in Black Top & Stainless Steel Frame by Piero Bottoni 18/8 stainless
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Anthroposophical Frame and it’s Monogrammed Support, 1940s-50s, Rudolf Steiner
Located in PARIS, FR
Anthroposophical frame, carved natural wood. Desk frame Monogram engraved on the back of the
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Picture Frames

Materials

Wood

Zanotta Comacina Writing Desk in White Top & Stainless Steel Frame
By Zanotta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Comacina Writing Desk in White Top & Stainless Steel Frame by Piero Bottoni 18/8
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rixner German Jugendstil Frame in Tooled and Gilt Leather
Located in New York, NY
German Jugenstil picture or mirror desk frame in elaborately tooled and gilt leather. The piece was
Category

Antique Early 1900s German Jugendstil Picture Frames

Materials

Leather

Vintage Signed Alessi Stainless Steel Cactus Pattern Picture Frame Italian
By Alessi
Located in North Miami, FL
This fabulous Italian stainless steel picture frame by Alessi is all hallmarked. The pattern is
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Stainless Steel

Desk With Rebar Frame Macassar Ebony Drawers And Custom Glass Top
By Troy Smith Studio
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Cleopatra Writing Desk is part of the Rebar series created by artist Troy Smith. Rebar is the
Category

2010s Canadian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Frame Chestnut Hand-carved Unique For Diploma or College Border
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
It is a unique and very special piece. It is worth framing the diploma in any office or Desk
Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Other Picture Frames

Materials

Chestnut

Arabic Antique Wooden Photo / Picture Frame Easel Inlaid Silver Scrolling Motifs
Located in Lisse, NL
Handcrafted of one piece of solid wood, inlaid with silver, scrolling, decorative picture frame
Category

Early 20th Century Asian Islamic Picture Frames

Materials

Silver

Modern Small Picture Frame in Stainless Steel Mirror Finish by Georg Jensen
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
speak for themselves. Silver frames add a touch of class to your desk, shelf or mantlepiece.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Stainless Steel

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Abalone Pattern Picture Frame by, Tiffany Studios
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Englewood, NJ
An early 20th century American Art Nouveau Abalone pattern picture frame by, Tiffany Studios
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Picture Frames

Materials

Bronze

Georg Jensen Legacy Picture Frame in Stainless Steel by Philip Bro Ludvigssen
By Georg Jensen, Philip Bro Ludvigsen
Located in New York, NY
Large picture frame in stainless steel with mirror finish. Held together with magnets, the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Stainless Steel

Henrik Wigström Russia Imperial 1915 Red Enamel Picture Frame In Gilded Sterling
By Henrik Wigström 1
Located in Miami, FL
Presentation picture frame from the imperial Russia. Beautiful neo classic picture desk frame
Category

Vintage 1910s Russian Neoclassical Picture Frames

Materials

Gold, Silver, Enamel

Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Clear Glass Top with Natural Oak Frame
By Zanotta, Carlo Mollino
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Clear Glass Top with Natural Oak Frame by Carlo Mollino Legs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Clear Glass Top with Canaletto Walnut Frame
By Zanotta, Carlo Mollino
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Clear Glass Top with Canaletto Walnut Frame by Carlo Mollino
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Zanotta Tucano Writing Desk in 0814 Cowhide Pigmentato Top with Matt Black Frame
By Zanotta, Monica Förster
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Tucano Writing Desk in 0814 Cowhide Pigmentato Top with Matt Black Frame Matt black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cowhide

Large 1960s vintage design desk with iron frame, 2 drawers, and beautiful detail
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this beautiful large design desk from the 1960s of good quality and with stunning
Category

Vintage 1960s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Zanotta Tucano Writing Desk in 0801 Cowhide Pigmentato Top with Matt Black Frame
By Monica Förster, Zanotta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Tucano Writing Desk in 0801 Cowhide Pigmentato Top with Matt Black Frame Matt black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cowhide

Kartell Earl of Wood Desk by Philippe Stark in Light Wood and Chrome Frame
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Earl of wood is a simple new desk with a curved wooden surface, offering the perfect solution to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Kartell Earl of Wood Desk by Philippe Stark in Dark Wood and Black Frame
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
EARL OF WOOD is a simple new desk with a curved wooden surface, offering the perfect solution to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Smoky Glass Top with Black Varnished Oak Frame
By Zanotta, Carlo Mollino
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Smoky Glass Top with Black Varnished Oak Frame by Carlo Mollino
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Modern Small Desk with Grey Onyx Top and Black Frame, Made in Italy
By Matthias Demacker
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2.2) Dining table with aluminum legs, structure and drawer. The top is made of Grey onyx. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Modern Small Desk with Grey Onyx Top and White Frame, Made in Italy
By Matthias Demacker
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2.2) Dining table with aluminum legs, structure and drawer. The top is made of Grey onyx. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Modern Small Desk with Calacatta Ceramic Top and White Frame, Made in Italy
By Matthias Demacker
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2.2) Dining table with aluminum legs, structure and drawer. The top is made of calacatta c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Robby Desk
Located in Paris, FR
Desk Robby with structure in solid ash wood in walnut stained finish with metal frame in bronzed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Robby Desk
Robby Desk
H 29.53 in W 43.31 in D 23.63 in
Colorado Desk
Located in Paris, FR
Desk Colorado with all structure in solid walnut wood, with 2 drawers up the top and 3 drawers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Colorado Desk
Colorado Desk
H 36.62 in W 51.19 in D 27.56 in
Great English partner desk, writing desk, mahogany
Located in Berlin, DE
Great English partner desk, desk 1870, mahogany Solid mahogany, partially veneered. Three-drawer
Category

20th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Stelvio Desk
By Garbarino Collections
Located in Milan, IT
Inspired by 1950s Italian design, this sleek desk will add a stylish flair to any space with its
Category

2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak

Stelvio Desk
Stelvio Desk
H 28.75 in W 48.43 in D 23.63 in
Milo Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This desk is custom made in Los Angeles. The solid douglas fir boards are cut to size and joined
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch

Milo Desk
Milo Desk
H 30.5 in W 75 in D 30 in
Modern Small Desk with Black Marquina Ceramic Top and Black Frame, Made in Italy
By Matthias Demacker
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2.2) Dining table with aluminum legs, structure and drawer. The top is made of Black marqu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Modern Small Desk with Black Marquina Ceramic Top and White Frame, Made in Italy
By Matthias Demacker
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2.2) Dining table with aluminum legs, structure and drawer. The top is made of Black marqu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Modern Small Desk with Brown Lacquered Glass Top and Black Frame, Made in Italy
By Matthias Demacker
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2.2) Dining table with aluminum legs, structure and drawer. The top is made of 8 mm thick ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Modern Small Desk with Green Lacquered Glass Top and White Frame, Made in Italy
By Matthias Demacker
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2.2) Dining table with aluminum legs, structure and drawer. The top is made of 8 mm thick ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Modern Small Desk with Orange Lacquered Glass Top and White Frame, Made in Italy
By Matthias Demacker
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2.2) Dining table with aluminum legs, structure and drawer. The top is made of 8 mm thick ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Modern Small Desk with Black Lacquered Glass Top and White Frame, Made in Italy
By Matthias Demacker
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2.2) Dining table with aluminum legs, structure and drawer. The top is made of 8 mm thick ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Modern Small Desk with White Lacquered Glass Top and White Frame, Made in Italy
By Matthias Demacker
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2.2) Dining table with aluminum legs, structure and drawer. The top is made of 8 mm thick ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Metal

Lupus Desk
Located in Paris, FR
Desk Lupus with structure in solid walnut root veneer and with solid brass in polished finish
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Lupus Desk
Lupus Desk
H 29.53 in W 86.62 in D 32.68 in
Clifford Pascoe Desk or Office Chair on Swivel Base
By Clifford Pascoe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful swiveling office/desk chair designed by Clifford Pascoe and produced by Modern Masters
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Textile, Wood

Italian Glass Top on Chrome Executive 'Nomos' Desk by Norman Foster for Tecno
By Sir Norman Foster, Tecno
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A Large Executive Desk, designed by Sir Norman Foster and manufactured by Tecno, Italy. This
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome, Aluminum

Great English Partner Desk/Writing Desk 20th Century, Mahogany
Located in Berlin, DE
Great English Partner Desk/Writing Desk 20th Century, Mahogany Solid mahogany, partially veneered
Category

20th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Roll Black Desk
By Garbarino Collections
Located in Milan, IT
desk is rich in functional storage space. The black stained oak frame is raised on two legs in dark
Category

2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Ebony, Leather, Oak

Roll Black Desk
Roll Black Desk
H 35.83 in W 53.15 in D 29.53 in
Jobe Writing Desk
By Arteriors
Located in Hudson, NY
We love the Jobe writing table desk for its generous surface area and classic style. The top
Category

2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Jobe Writing Desk
Jobe Writing Desk
H 30.5 in W 60 in D 30 in
Milo Desk (oak)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This desk is custom made in Los Angeles. The solid oak boards are cut to size and joined. The clean
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Milo Desk (oak)
Milo Desk (oak)
H 30.5 in W 75 in D 30 in
Caos Metallica Desk
By Carlo Rampazzi, Sergio Villa
Located in Milan, IT
Mixing contrasting textures and shapes, this stunning desk will not go unnoticed and will add an
Category

2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Caos Metallica Desk
Caos Metallica Desk
H 29.53 in W 86.62 in D 34.26 in
Midcentury Golden Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Mid-Century Modern style golden amber Paldao veneered desk with a Classic brass frame, squared
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Wr...

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Golden Desk
Midcentury Golden Desk
H 30 in W 60.38 in D 25.38 in
Marble Top Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
With a grey and taupe color stone top and shelves, on a modern openwork iron frame in a silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing...

Materials

Marble, Iron

Marble Top Desk
Marble Top Desk
H 29 in W 62 in D 26 in
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Desk On Frame For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the desk on frame you’re looking for. A desk on frame — often made from wood, metal and animal skin — can elevate any home. There are 19 variations of the antique or vintage desk on frame you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer desk on frame, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A desk on frame made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made desk on frame has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Juliette Belarti, Paul McCobb and R & Y Augousti are consistently popular.

How Much is a Desk On Frame?

The average selling price for a desk on frame at 1stDibs is $4,250, while they’re typically $985 on the low end and $28,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Desk On Frame
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Gesso is the Italian word for “chalk.” It has been used for the preparation of gilding frames. You can find a variety of gesso picture frames on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Framing, in photography, refers to the technique of drawing focus to the main subject of the composition while blocking other parts of the photograph with other objects or shapes in the scene. Framing helps to maintain the viewer's focus.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A tube frame is a structure designed to resist lateral loads by acting as a three-dimensional hollow tube. A truss-like, lightweight rigid structure made up of interconnected struts in a geometric design is known as a space frame or space structure.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A gilded frame is a photo frame that features a thin layer of gold or silver leaf coating over the frame's surface. Some gilded frames are regarded as collectibles and are considered a work of art in their own right. Find a variety of antique and vintage gilded frames on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can frame a tapestry using a tapestry frame, which works to keep the canvas taut and hang the item. There are many different types of tapestry frames, though a popular one has a top wooden clamp with a hanging mechanism and a bottom wooden clamp to weigh down the material.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A Murphy desk is a wall-mounted desk that folds out to provide a work surface for a laptop, tablet, documents, and other items. It is a great solution if you have a little space or don't require a full desk every day. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murphy desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A captain’s desk is a type of desk that you stand at rather than sit in front of. It usually has an angled desktop and decorative molding. Captain Josiah Davenport commissioned the British furniture maker Gillows of Lancaster to design the first one in the late 18th century. Sometimes, people refer to the furnishing as a Davenport desk in his honor. Shop a variety of captain’s desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A person of average height should have a desk that is 28 to 30 inches high.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    A kidney desk is a desk that has a curvy top that is similar in shape to a human kidney. Many kidney desks are very ornate, showing off details like vellum-lined tabletops and parquetry inlay. Shop a selection of kidney desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To date a desk, first look for any stamps or labels that tell you the name of the company that produced it. You can then use the maker information to research the piece using trusted online resources. In some cases, you may even find a manufacturing date on the piece. If you have difficulty determining how old a piece is, seek help from a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A console desk is a high, narrow table called a console table that can double as a desk. It is often used by people who work from home in a communal space, such as a hallway or a living room, as a workspace. Some console tables feature built-in storage, like drawers or shelves. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of console tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A gilded wood frame is a wooden frame with a gold or silver leaf detail. Gilded wood adds a vintage-style finish to frames and is a popular choice for home decor. Find a selection of gilded wood frames on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The parts of a picture frame are the glass, the mat, the mounting board and the protective cover.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, silk scarves can be framed as art. For best results, enlist the services of a professional framer who can recommend the best type of mat and frame to protect the accessory. Find a variety of vintage silk scarves on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, you can add a frame to a mirror. However, doing so requires skill and care to avoid damaging the glass. As a result, it is best to take the mirror to a furniture maker or carpenter to have a frame installed. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of wall mirrors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To determine if a frame is gilded, look at the finish and materials used to make it. A gilded frame will have a 22-karat gold leaf applied directly on the frame’s surface. Gold leaf does not tarnish and maintains its sheen or hue. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your gilded frame. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted antique gilded frames on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.