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Period: 1970s
Mid Century Modern Model T333 desk by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno
By Tecno
Located in London, GB
Model T333 desk produced in 1975 from a design by Osvaldo Borsani and Eugenio Geri and manufctured by Tecno. The top is black lacquered walnut with an inset area of black leather. There are two minimal slim drawers, perfect for storage of pens etc and polished cast aluminium legs. with black trim. Manufacturer's label to side.
This large and impressive desk with its minimal, sophisticated design would work well in both a modern or contemporary home.
Literature: Giam Piero Bosoni, T
Tecno L'eleganza discreta della tecnico, was established in 1953 the twin brothers Osvaldo and Fulgenzio Borsani with the goal of developing their father’s furniture company, Arredamenti Borsani, using the industrial process for the manufacturing of modern furniture. The history of the company goes back to the early 1920s, when woodworker and upholsterer Gaetano Borsani founded Atelier Borsani Varedo (later called Arredamenti Borsani Varedo) in Varedo, Italy.
In spite of Arredamenti Borsani’s traditional approach, Osvaldo, designed the modernist Casa Minima furniture collection, while still attending architecture school at Accademia di Brera, and he won the silver medal at the V Triennale di Milano in 1933. Osvaldo’s ongoing involvement at the atelier continued to grow as he designed and built modernist furniture for the wealthy Milanese society.
In 1954, a year after Tecno’s founding, the company unveiled its first factory-produced collection of sofas, chairs and tables and received accolades at the X Triennale di Milano. That same year, Osvaldo created the adjustable D70 sofa bed, which became an instant commercial success, and in 1956 he launched the P40 lounge chair, an adjustable reclining chair...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Ernest H. Igl for Bayer AG 'HADI' desk set
By Ernest Igl
Located in Wien, AT
Ernest Igl for Bayer AG, 'Hadi' desk, set including adjustable chair and lamp, polyurethane, Germany, 1970s
This design by Ernest Igl truly resembles the ethos of the seventies, fe...
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German Post-Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Polyester
Single Minimalistic Heavy Polished Aluminum Table or Desk Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single minimalistic heavy polished aluminum table or desk base. Add your own wood or stone top to specification.
The base dimensions are lis...
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American International Style Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Rare Pierre Paulin "Model 250" Executive Desk with Cabinets for Dassas, France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very rare "Model 250" executive desk with detached rolling filing cabinets designed by Pierre Paulin for Dassas, France, 1975. Drawers and cabinets all lock with the same key. Beauti...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Danish Modern Roll Top Desk, Dresser or Cabinet in Teak
By Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine looking roll top Scandinavian desk made in the 1970s. It features beautiful teak wood and plenty of storage space.
In the style of: Finn Juhl or Arne Vodder.
Category
Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Modern Campaign-Style Desk, Lacquered in Navy Blue
Located in Norwalk, CT
Handsome polished steel and dark blue lacquered desk in the campaign style. Heavy polished steel base in good condition. Nice large top featuring a center drawer and two side drawers...
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American Campaign Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Yellow Orix Desk by Nani Prina & Vittorio Parigi for Molteni, 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare tangerine yellow Orix Desk by Nani Prina & Vittorio Parigi for Molteni, 1970's. Molded out of ABS plastic. No chips or cracks. Lamp in good working condition.
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Italian Space Age Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Stow Davis Mid Century Brass and Walnut Credenza
By Stow Davis
Located in Countryside, IL
Stow Davis Mid Century Brass and Walnut Credenza
This credenza measures: 84.25 wide x 21 deep x 29 inches high, with a chair clearance of 27.5 inches
All pieces of furniture can be...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
1970s Burl Wood Waterfall Desk by John Widdicomb for John Stuart
Located in Boston, MA
John Widdicomb for John Stuart burl wood waterfall desk, circa 1970s. Acquired from the Searles Castle in NH. Comes with original glass topper, which helped protect the top throughou...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
1970s Italian Burl-Wood Parsons Console/Desk
Located in La Mesa, CA
Vintage Burl wood console table or writing desk in the style of John Widdicomb. Console comes with two drawers and features parsons style legs.
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Burl
Saginaw Furniture Mid Century Walnut Bookcase Secretary Desk
By Saginaw
Located in Countryside, IL
Saginaw Furniture Mid Century Walnut Bookcase Secretary Desk
This bookcase measures: 43 wide x 19 deep x 55 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored ...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Stow Davis Mid Century Walnut and Brass Desk
By Stow Davis
Located in Countryside, IL
Stow Davis Mid Century Walnut and Brass Desk
This desk measures: 76 wide x 36 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 28 inches
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Italian Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Desk or Vanity with two Drawers, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful desk, or can also be used as a vanity - dressing table.
Made from bamboo wood and rattan, in Italy in the 1970s.
The desk is beautiful to look at from all sides and can als...
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Italian French Provincial Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Campaign Burl Wood Executive Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign executive desk
By John Widdicomb
USA, Circa 1970s
Gorgeous burl wood, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 72"W x ...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Unusual Italian C.1970s Modernist Jewellery table
Located in London, GB
A late 1970s Northern Italian Modernist desk in marble, steel and leather custom built for a high end jewellers in Milan.
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Italian Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble, Steel
Large Italian Desk by Hans von Klier for Skipper, 1970s
Located in Lasne, BE
Desk with leather and wood top and chromed metal legs designed by Hans Von Klier in the 70s.
Wear due to time and age of the desk.
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut and Brass Executive Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut and Brass Executive Desk
This desk measures: 66 wide x 36 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 24.5 inches
All pieces of furniture can be...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Executive Desk By Poul Norreklit for Georg Petersen Møbelfabrik in Denmark
Located in San Diego, CA
Poul Nørreklit desk model GP 160 by Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik, Denmark
This is a rare and collectible lucite and rosewood desk. Lucite slab sides wit...
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Lucite, Rosewood
Giotto Stoppino Set of Desk and Armchair in Yellow Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giotto Stoppino, desk and armchair, lacquered wood, lacquered metal, fabric upholstery, Italy, 1970s
Playful combination of a desk and armchair designed by Italian architect Giotto ...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
French Petite Wooden Mid-Century Desk
Located in London, GB
A stylish petite desk.
France, c1970s.
In the manner of Maison Regian.
Likely to be elm or very well simulated elm wood.
Ideal as a desk or vanity unit.
Good condition gene...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Elm
Desk By Guy Lefèvre - Metal & Wood - Ca 1970
By Guy Lefevre
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Elegant desk by Guy Lefèvre dating from the 1970s. Its chrome metal structure and black lacquered wooden box are typical of the French style of the 1970s. Just like Maison Jansen, Ro...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Giancarlo Piretti, Platone Folding Desk for Anonima Castelli, 1971
Located in London, GB
One of the most influential Italian designers of the twentieth century, Giancarlo Piretti’s chair designs – for which he is most celebrated – have sold millions worldwide.
Piretti’s...
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Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Burl Maple and Rosewood Art Deco Waterfall Executive Desk
By Henredon
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Everyone here on team FMV adores this desk. We don't know much (if anything) about the origin, maker or designer, but it's awesome nonetheless. Similar to the Henredon "Scene Two" ...
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Unknown Art Deco Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
1970s Writing Desk, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item was carefully refurbished
- sturdy and stable
- mahogany veneer
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Guido Faleschini writing desk for Mariani, 1970
By Faleschini
Located in Manzano, IT
Guido Faleschini writing desk for Mariani, 1970
Strong and stable, important office desk by Guido Faleschini. Glass shelf, aluminum profiles and alcantara upholstery. Aluminum 8-draw...
Category
Italian Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Cavalletto Table Desk by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina, Italy 1970s
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare project by the Japanese architect and designer Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina.
Metal base, top covered with billiard cloth. It can easily be used both as a desk and as a dining t...
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Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Czechoslovakian Writing Desk by Bohumil Landsman for Jitona, 1970s
Located in Poznań, PL
An oak desk designed by Bohumil Landsman, produced during the 1970's in former Czechoslovakia by a furniture factory Jitona.
A striking design.
Surfaces cleaned, stained and lacquer...
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Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
vintage desk desk 70's adjustable
Located in GRONINGEN, NL
vintage desk desk 70's adjustable
period 70s
design unknown Sweden
condition good signs of use; scratches; discoloration;
size 71 (highest position)...
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Swedish Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Stainless steel desk circa 1970
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Rare stainless steel desk circa 1970. A thick glass top is on top of a stainless steel frame which adapts to the 2 legs.
Very pure design, great quality and condition.
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Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Elinor and John McGuire set for Lyda Levi: desk with bamboo director’s chair
Located in Roma, RM
Elinor and John McGuire set for Lyda Levi: desk with bamboo director’s chair, leather bindings, brass and canvas details. San Francisco 1970s.
Product details
Desk dimensions: 85 W x...
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American Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Vintage Campaign Style Desk by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Campaign style desk designed by John Van Koert for Drexel. The desk is supported by gold crossed wood supports with a gilt finish. The top portion offers cubby-hole storage on either...
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American Campaign Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Extra Large Vintage Lacquered Wood & Brass Desk by Jean Claude Mahey ca. 1970s
Located in Geneva, CH
Impressive extra large vintage burgundy red lacquered wood and brass presidential desk by Jean Claude Mahey, France ca. 1970s
Rare in these dimensions.
Signed with brass label on the...
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French Hollywood Regency Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Desk by Florence Knoll for Knoll international, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Desk by Florence Knoll for Knoll international
Biography :
Born to a baker, and orphaned at age twelve, Florence Schust grew up Saginaw, Michigan. Schust demons...
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Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble
Seventies Studded Teak Desk
Located in London, England
Outstanding studded detail teak desk.
An almost architectural feel to the proportions and construction.
Some light marking in places as to be expected, see photos.
France 1970s
L...
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French Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Teak
Anonima Castelli Palisander Wood Desk with Elegant Metal Insert Handle, 1970s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
The desk, produced in the 1970s by Anonima Castelli of Bologna, is an authentic vintage piece in impeccable condition, crafted entirely from fine Palisander wood. Its design includes...
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Italian Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Hand Carved Whitewashed Desk or Console in the Manner of John Dickenson
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Impressive mid century modern writing desk or console table having whitewashed carved wood with lattice pattern and finished on top with leather and chrome. Chunky legs with Asian f...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Guy LeFevre for Maison Jansen Lacquered Wood w/ Leather Desk, France C 1970s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Designed by noted designer Guy LeFevre who worked extensively with Maison Jansen in the 1970s, this handsome desk incorporates many of his signature details. The base and hardware ar...
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French Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Danish Modern Solid Teak Biomorphic Desk
Located in Miami, FL
A rare Danish Modern Desk with a biomorphic top. Solid teal construction.
Note the finger joints on all drawers.
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Danish Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Dyrlund Desk Model 'Space' With Side Table And Drawer Module
By Dyrlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Dyrlund. Desk, model 'Space' with side table and drawer module in lacquered wood, handle and legs in steel. Desk D. 95 cm, L. 200 cm, H. 73 cm, side table H. 61 cm, W. 120 cm, D. 40 ...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel, Chrome
1970s Milo Baughman Burlwood Chrome Curved Executive Desk
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and one of a kind, sculptural Burlwood solid wood desk you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. Chrom...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Signed Romeo Rega Console or Desk in Chrome and Brown Plexiglass, Italy 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning desk or console table in chromed steel with a brown plexiglass top. This incredibly rare piece is signed by Romeo Rega and was designed in Rome,Italy during the 1970s.
This...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel, Chrome
1970 Table Console Waxed Black Lacquer "Palace Le Lotti"
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Console, Writing table of Louis XV inspiration in black waxed lacquer coming from "Palace le lotti" 77001 Paris, the stamp is inside the drawer, (see photo).
This piece of furniture ...
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French Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Ash
Classic Bamboo & Lacquer Campaign Desk With Chair By E. Murio
By E. Murio
Located in Austin, TX
East meets West, Bamboo meets Lacquer. Add a generous helping of mid-century charm to your surroundings with this Bamboo & Lacquer Campaign Desk by Murio. Serve your workspace needs ...
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Philippine Campaign Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo
G. Plan Teak Writing Desk, England, circa 1970
Located in New York, NY
A mid-century modern teak writing table with two ample drawers an an ample writing surface; with wonderful lines.
Designed by R. Bennet for G. Plan, England, circa 1970
Size: 29 1...
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English Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Architect's work, Lacquered system table, circa 1970
Located in Paris, FR
System table
Unique piece, special order, Circa 1970
White and orange lacquered wood
Height 77 x Width 100 x Length 81 (162 cm open)
Condition report: good original condition, so...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Leather Top Writing Desk
Located in Pomona, CA
A leather top writing desk with brass accent on the edge and three drawers
Category
American Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Desk Skovby Møbelfabrik 55" Wide Signed 1970
Located in Portland, OR
A good Mid Century Modern Danish teak desk, Skovby Møbelfabrik, 1970.
The desk is made from well figured teak, on the left side is a bank of three drawers, the desk is joined with a ...
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Small Walnut Desk with Round Pulls
Located in Belmont, MA
Mid-Century Modern small walnut desk with round pulls, circa 1970s.
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Dark Walnut Executive Desk by Monteverdi Young
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Spectacular 1970’s Dark walnut with black lacquer outline executive desk by Monteverdi-Young.
Custom ordered by renowned interior designer Gary Jon
In beautiful vintage condition. ...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Space Age brass desk, 1970s
Located in Torino, IT
elegant desk with a simple design made in the 1970s by the Zevi company from brass and thick glass.
Category
Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Elegant French Deco Style Writing Desk
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Sophisticated French Deco style rosewood veneer writing desk having gorgeous silhouette and unusual white lacquer trim on the legs and feet as well as single drawer. Finished front ...
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French Art Deco Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Rosenthal "Hombre" Solid Desk, by Burkhard Vogtherr, 1970s
Located in Neuss, NW
Hombre desk with trolley by Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal from the 1970s. High-quality solid frame and veneered table top in black stained ash with a leather writing surface, a com...
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German Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Ash
Minimal Danish modern desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W59 D26.5 H30 Knee clearance 21.75
Danish modern desk in teak. Item has been fully restored. Desk is structurally sound and fully functional. Item ...
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Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Italian Desk by Hans Von Klier for Skipper, 1970s
Located in Lasne, BE
3-drawer desk with leather and wood top and chromed metal legs designed by Hans Von Klier in the 70s. Wear due to age and time of the desk.
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Elinor McGuire Model 226c Writing Desk
Located in Highland, IN
This exquisite design by Elinor McGuire for McGuire of San Fransisco is an exercise in subtle beauty and refined detailing. With a body covered in cane, slightly splayed legs, and so...
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American Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Karl Springer Zebra Wood Writing Table w/ Steel and Brass, USA c 1970s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Karl Springer, rose to world acclaim in the 1970s. He created custom furniture sought by the glitterati, famously utilizing exotic and unusual materials, and superior craftsmanship. ...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Zebra Wood
Lady’s Desk or Vanity in Mahogany, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
By Up Závody
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful midcentury desk, originally used as a desk for a lady, or vanity in the bedroom. The table is elegant combination of lighter birch wood on the sides and mahogany wood on to...
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Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch, Mahogany
Gorgeous French Louis XV Style Ebonized Writing Executive Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous superb quality desk. The desk features incredible bronze ormolu and mounts and a rich leather top. The desk Measures 43.5 wide x 27 deep x 30 tall. Dates to the 19...
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French Louis XV Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
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