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French Provincial Writing Desk 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 20th century painted French Provincial style desk. The desk stands on four cabriole legs that
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Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

French Provincial Writing Desk 1930s
French Provincial Writing Desk 1930s

French Provincial Writing Desk 1930s

H 28 in W 72 in D 30 in
Fully restored Large ART DECO writing desk, 1930´s, Bohemia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This ART DECO writing desk was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1930´s. The table has a
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Fully restored Large ART DECO writing desk, 1930´s, Bohemia
Fully restored Large ART DECO writing desk, 1930´s, Bohemia

Fully restored Large ART DECO writing desk, 1930´s, Bohemia

H 31.11 in W 65.36 in D 31.11 in
Italian 1930's Writing Table / Desk, for Banca Del Popolo, Trapani
Located in New York, NY
An Italian 1930's writing table made for Banca Del Popolo, Trapani. The rectangular surface is
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Copper

Italian 1930's Writing Table / Desk, for Banca Del Popolo, Trapani
Italian 1930's Writing Table / Desk, for Banca Del Popolo, Trapani

Italian 1930's Writing Table / Desk, for Banca Del Popolo, Trapani

H 30.5 in W 43 in D 23.75 in
Ladies roller blind writing desk, 1930s, Bohemia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This so-called “American” roller blind desk was made in Bohemia in the 1930s. It is made of beech
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Mid-20th Century Czech Bohemian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Beech, Plywood

Ladies roller blind writing desk, 1930s, Bohemia
Ladies roller blind writing desk, 1930s, Bohemia

Ladies roller blind writing desk, 1930s, Bohemia

H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 17.72 in
Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann Desk, France 1930's
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
A dévoré oak desk by Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, with a tan leather top and small drawer to the front
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak

Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann Desk, France 1930's
Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann Desk, France 1930's

Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann Desk, France 1930's

H 30 in W 48 in D 28 in
French Provencial Style Desk, C. 1930’s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Provencal style desk standing on four cabriole legs with rams head feet. The desk has five
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Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

French Provencial Style Desk, C. 1930’s
French Provencial Style Desk, C. 1930’s

French Provencial Style Desk, C. 1930’s

H 30.5 in W 54 in D 26 in
Antique Roller Blind Writing Desk Jerry, 1930s, Bohemia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This so-called “American” roller blind desk was made in Bohemia by Jerry company in the 1930s. It
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Mid-20th Century Czech American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

Antique Roller Blind Writing Desk Jerry, 1930s, Bohemia
Antique Roller Blind Writing Desk Jerry, 1930s, Bohemia

Antique Roller Blind Writing Desk Jerry, 1930s, Bohemia

H 26.78 in W 35.44 in D 19.69 in
Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, Germany, 1930s, Revived Polish
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Art Deco writing desk, Germany, 1930s Revived Polish Material: Palisandr Measures
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Palisander

Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, Germany, 1930s, Revived Polish
Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, Germany, 1930s, Revived Polish

Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, Germany, 1930s, Revived Polish

H 30.12 in W 69.1 in D 32.29 in
1930s, Italian Art Deco Desk Writing Table Four Drawers in Blond Walnut
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1930s Italian Art Deco desk writing table four drawers in blond walnut, wax polished, rubber top
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

1930s, Italian Art Deco Desk Writing Table Four Drawers in Blond Walnut
1930s, Italian Art Deco Desk Writing Table Four Drawers in Blond Walnut

1930s, Italian Art Deco Desk Writing Table Four Drawers in Blond Walnut

H 26.78 in W 33.08 in D 17.72 in
White Bauhaus Writing Desk Made in 1930s Germany, Restored
Located in Horomerice, CZ
The desk has been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacquer by our professional refurbishing team
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Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

White Bauhaus Writing Desk Made in 1930s Germany, Restored
White Bauhaus Writing Desk Made in 1930s Germany, Restored

White Bauhaus Writing Desk Made in 1930s Germany, Restored

H 30.71 in W 43.31 in D 24.41 in
Restored Black Bauhaus Beech Writing Desk, Mücke-melder, Czechia, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Completely restored writing desk with a frame in tubular chromed steel. Maker: Mücke - Melder
Category

Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Restored Black Bauhaus Beech Writing Desk, Mücke-melder, Czechia, 1930s
Restored Black Bauhaus Beech Writing Desk, Mücke-melder, Czechia, 1930s

Restored Black Bauhaus Beech Writing Desk, Mücke-melder, Czechia, 1930s

H 30.71 in W 57.49 in D 29.53 in
Stunning Art Deco Writing Desk in Book Matched Burl Veneer 1930s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Stunning Art Deco Writing Desk in Book Matched Burl Veneer, Europe, 1930s. This is a wonderful and
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Burl

Stunning Art Deco Writing Desk in Book Matched Burl Veneer 1930s
Stunning Art Deco Writing Desk in Book Matched Burl Veneer 1930s

Stunning Art Deco Writing Desk in Book Matched Burl Veneer 1930s

H 27.76 in W 42.13 in D 18.12 in
Czech Art Deco Oak Writing Desk Made in the 1930s, Restored
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Czech Art Deco oak writing desk made in the 1930s, restored Revived polish. Leg space
Category

Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Lacquer

Czech Art Deco Oak Writing Desk Made in the 1930s, Restored
Czech Art Deco Oak Writing Desk Made in the 1930s, Restored

Czech Art Deco Oak Writing Desk Made in the 1930s, Restored

H 30.71 in W 47.64 in D 28.35 in
Restored Bauhaus Oak Writing Desk, Jindrich Halabala, UP Zavody, 1930s, Czechia
By Jindrich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Bauhaus oak writing desk designed by Jindrich Halabala. Period: 1930-1939 Source
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Oak Writing Desk, Jindrich Halabala, UP Zavody, 1930s, Czechia
Restored Bauhaus Oak Writing Desk, Jindrich Halabala, UP Zavody, 1930s, Czechia

Restored Bauhaus Oak Writing Desk, Jindrich Halabala, UP Zavody, 1930s, Czechia

H 31.5 in W 53.15 in D 25.6 in
Restored Bauhaus Oak Writing Desk Designed by Jindrich Halabala, 1930s, Czechia
By Jindrich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Bauhaus oak writing desk designed by Jindrich Halabala. Period: 1930-1939. Source
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Oak Writing Desk Designed by Jindrich Halabala, 1930s, Czechia
Restored Bauhaus Oak Writing Desk Designed by Jindrich Halabala, 1930s, Czechia

Restored Bauhaus Oak Writing Desk Designed by Jindrich Halabala, 1930s, Czechia

H 31.5 in W 53.15 in D 25.6 in
Hollywood Regency Ebony Desk, Writing Table or Vanity, Bronze Mounted, 1930s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
A Hollywood Regency Ebony and Bronze Mounted Desk, Writing Table or Vanity. One of a pair. A
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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Hollywood Regency Ebony Desk, Writing Table or Vanity, Bronze Mounted, 1930s
Hollywood Regency Ebony Desk, Writing Table or Vanity, Bronze Mounted, 1930s

Hollywood Regency Ebony Desk, Writing Table or Vanity, Bronze Mounted, 1930s

H 30.5 in W 49 in D 26.25 in
Art Deco Writing Desk Designed by Czech Architect Jindřich Halabala, 1930s
By Jindrich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Horomerice, CZ
One of the most successful writing desk made in United Arts & Crafts Manufacture (UP) in Brno
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20th Century Czech Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut, Oak, Lacquer

Art Deco Writing Desk Designed by Czech Architect Jindřich Halabala, 1930s
Art Deco Writing Desk Designed by Czech Architect Jindřich Halabala, 1930s

Art Deco Writing Desk Designed by Czech Architect Jindřich Halabala, 1930s

H 29.53 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in
Bauhaus Writing Desk and Chair, Hynek Gottwald, Czechia, 1930s, Lacquered Wood
By Hynek Gottwald
Located in Horomerice, CZ
White bauhaus writing desk and chair made by Hynek Gottwald, Czechia. Period: 1930-1939
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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Bauhaus Writing Desk and Chair, Hynek Gottwald, Czechia, 1930s, Lacquered Wood
Bauhaus Writing Desk and Chair, Hynek Gottwald, Czechia, 1930s, Lacquered Wood

Bauhaus Writing Desk and Chair, Hynek Gottwald, Czechia, 1930s, Lacquered Wood

H 30.52 in W 45.28 in D 29.53 in
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezák, Walnut, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Horomerice, CZ
) Leg space: Height: 71 cm (28 in) Width: 57 cm (22.4 in) Luxurious desk design in Caucasian walnut
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezák, Walnut, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezák, Walnut, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezák, Walnut, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

H 29.93 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in
Antique French Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
A beautifully designed and extremely well made antique French writing desk. This was made in France
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Vintage 1930s British Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique French Writing Desk
Antique French Writing Desk

Antique French Writing Desk

H 28.75 in W 37.8 in D 22.05 in
1930´s Art Deco "Minister" Desk, Double Sided, Mottled Mahogany - Barcelona
Located in Girona, ES
Art Deco "Minister" desk, double sided in solid wood with mottled mahogany veneer, base with
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Vintage 1930s Spanish Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Nickel

1930´s Art Deco "Minister" Desk, Double Sided, Mottled Mahogany - Barcelona
1930´s Art Deco "Minister" Desk, Double Sided, Mottled Mahogany - Barcelona

1930´s Art Deco "Minister" Desk, Double Sided, Mottled Mahogany - Barcelona

H 29.93 in W 55.12 in D 31.5 in
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezak, Beech, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Dimensions of the table: Height: 74 cm (29.1 in) Width: 145 cm (57.1 in) Depth: 72 cm (28.3 in) Leg space: Height: 69 cm (27.2 in) Width: 72.5 cm (28.5 in) This table was designed ...
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezak, Beech, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezak, Beech, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezak, Beech, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

H 29.14 in W 57.09 in D 28.35 in
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk With Chair, Chrome, Steel, Wood, Czech, 1930s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
It has been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacquer by our professional refurbishing team in Czechia according to the original process. The chrome parts have been cleaned and pr...
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk With Chair, Chrome, Steel, Wood, Czech, 1930s
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk With Chair, Chrome, Steel, Wood, Czech, 1930s

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk With Chair, Chrome, Steel, Wood, Czech, 1930s

H 30.71 in W 47.25 in D 27.56 in
Art Deco Desk and Chair, Parchment Top, Vittorio Valabrega, Italy, 1930's
By Vittorio Valabrega
Located in Austin, TX
Valabrega, a hard to find Art Deco designer, Italy, 1930's. Measures: Chair: 31" H x 22.5" W x 20" D, Seat
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Goatskin

Art Deco Desk and Chair, Parchment Top, Vittorio Valabrega, Italy, 1930's
Art Deco Desk and Chair, Parchment Top, Vittorio Valabrega, Italy, 1930's

Art Deco Desk and Chair, Parchment Top, Vittorio Valabrega, Italy, 1930's

H 30.75 in W 75 in D 35.5 in
Bauhaus Restored Beech Writing Desk Made in 1930s by Robert Slezak, Czechia
By Robert Slezák
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Completely restored writing desk with a frame in tubular chromed steel. Designed by Robert
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Bauhaus Restored Beech Writing Desk Made in 1930s by Robert Slezak, Czechia
Bauhaus Restored Beech Writing Desk Made in 1930s by Robert Slezak, Czechia

Bauhaus Restored Beech Writing Desk Made in 1930s by Robert Slezak, Czechia

H 30.32 in W 57.49 in D 29.93 in
Bauhaus Beech Writing Desk Made in 1930s by Robert Slezak, Czechia, Restored
By Robert Slezák
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored writing desk with a frame in tubular chromed steel. Designed by Robert Slezak in the
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Bauhaus Beech Writing Desk Made in 1930s by Robert Slezak, Czechia, Restored
Bauhaus Beech Writing Desk Made in 1930s by Robert Slezak, Czechia, Restored

Bauhaus Beech Writing Desk Made in 1930s by Robert Slezak, Czechia, Restored

H 30.71 in W 53.15 in D 30.32 in
Restored Art Deco Solid Oak Writing Desk Made in the 1930s, Czechia
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Art Deco writing desk. Revived polish. Period: 1930-1939 Source: Czechia Material
Category

Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Lacquer

Restored Art Deco Solid Oak Writing Desk Made in the 1930s, Czechia
Restored Art Deco Solid Oak Writing Desk Made in the 1930s, Czechia

Restored Art Deco Solid Oak Writing Desk Made in the 1930s, Czechia

H 31.11 in W 51.19 in D 30.71 in
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by André Lurcat, Walnut, New Polish, Czech, 1930s
By André Lurcat
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk Catalog model: PS 8 Material: Walnut, Chrome-plated Steel Source
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by André Lurcat, Walnut, New Polish, Czech, 1930s
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by André Lurcat, Walnut, New Polish, Czech, 1930s

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by André Lurcat, Walnut, New Polish, Czech, 1930s

H 31.5 in W 59.06 in D 28.35 in
Unusual Art Deco Writing Desk, Oak and Walnut Veneer, Czechia 'Bohemia', 1930s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Art Deco writing desk. Unusual combination of oak and walnut veneer. Chrome-plated steel
Category

Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Unusual Art Deco Writing Desk, Oak and Walnut Veneer, Czechia 'Bohemia', 1930s
Unusual Art Deco Writing Desk, Oak and Walnut Veneer, Czechia 'Bohemia', 1930s

Unusual Art Deco Writing Desk, Oak and Walnut Veneer, Czechia 'Bohemia', 1930s

H 30.71 in W 59.45 in D 27.56 in
1930s Antique White Neoclassical Writing Table or Vanity
Located in Stamford, CT
1930s neoclassical writing table or vanity table. Newly painted in an antique white finish. New
Category

Vintage 1930s American Hollywood Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

1930s Antique White Neoclassical Writing Table or Vanity
1930s Antique White Neoclassical Writing Table or Vanity

1930s Antique White Neoclassical Writing Table or Vanity

H 31 in W 33 in D 21 in
White German Bauhaus Chrome Plated Steel Writing Desk, Made in the 1930s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Desk with a tubular chromed steel frame Manufactured in the 1930s. Wood is completely restored
Category

Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

White German Bauhaus Chrome Plated Steel Writing Desk, Made in the 1930s
White German Bauhaus Chrome Plated Steel Writing Desk, Made in the 1930s

White German Bauhaus Chrome Plated Steel Writing Desk, Made in the 1930s

H 30.71 in W 43.31 in D 24.41 in
Art Deco Writing Desk Designed by Jindrich Halabala, Oak Walnut Chrome, 1930s
By Jindrich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Horomerice, CZ
One of the most successful writing desk made in United Arts & Crafts Manufacture (UP) in Brno
Category

Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Writing Desk Designed by Jindrich Halabala, Oak Walnut Chrome, 1930s
Art Deco Writing Desk Designed by Jindrich Halabala, Oak Walnut Chrome, 1930s

Art Deco Writing Desk Designed by Jindrich Halabala, Oak Walnut Chrome, 1930s

H 31.5 in W 51.19 in D 24.41 in
Antique French Ormolu Mounted Escritoire Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
1930’s. It is has a very beautiful and useful design, with a very elegant form. There are high quality
Category

Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Antique French Ormolu Mounted Escritoire Writing Desk
Antique French Ormolu Mounted Escritoire Writing Desk

Antique French Ormolu Mounted Escritoire Writing Desk

H 53 in W 30 in D 20 in
1930's Modernist Desk by Jindrich Halabala for UP Brno
By Jindrich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Brno, CZ
An original Modernist desk from the 1930s. This piece has a dignified design with stylish
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Beech, Walnut

1930's Modernist Desk by Jindrich Halabala for UP Brno
1930's Modernist Desk by Jindrich Halabala for UP Brno

1930's Modernist Desk by Jindrich Halabala for UP Brno

H 29.93 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in
Rare Lloyd Chromium Writing Desk by Kem Weber
By Kem Weber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lloyd Chromium Writing Desk by Kem Weber https://www.themagazineantiques. com/article/kem-weber
Category

Vintage 1930s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Rare Lloyd Chromium Writing Desk by Kem Weber
Rare Lloyd Chromium Writing Desk by Kem Weber

Rare Lloyd Chromium Writing Desk by Kem Weber

H 30 in W 33.5 in D 20.5 in
Rare Lloyd Chromium Writing Desk by KEM Weber
By Kem Weber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lloyd chromium writing desk by Kem Weber.  
Category

Vintage 1930s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Rare Lloyd Chromium Writing Desk by KEM Weber
Rare Lloyd Chromium Writing Desk by KEM Weber

Rare Lloyd Chromium Writing Desk by KEM Weber

H 30 in W 33.5 in D 20.5 in
1930s "Record" desk by Axel Einar Hjorth, NK, Sweden, 1930s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Luxurious “Record” desk by Axel Einar Hjorth, with birch root top and sides and framed with
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch, Zebra Wood

1930s "Record" desk by Axel Einar Hjorth, NK, Sweden, 1930s
1930s "Record" desk by Axel Einar Hjorth, NK, Sweden, 1930s

1930s "Record" desk by Axel Einar Hjorth, NK, Sweden, 1930s

H 29.53 in W 57.09 in D 22.84 in
Art Deco French Elegant Writing Desk in Macassar
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful and elegant Art Deco Period French writing desk. Macassar veneer - table desk with shaped
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco French Elegant Writing Desk in Macassar
Art Deco French Elegant Writing Desk in Macassar

Art Deco French Elegant Writing Desk in Macassar

H 30 in W 47 in D 24 in
1930s Larkin Soap Secretary Desk
By Larkin & Co.
Located in Germantown, MD
Antique oak, slant front secretary made by Larkin. Measures 30.5" in width x 16" in depth x 46.5" in height. Good vintage condition with three functional drawers. Some wear and tear ...
Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

1930s Larkin Soap Secretary Desk
1930s Larkin Soap Secretary Desk

1930s Larkin Soap Secretary Desk

H 46.5 in W 30.5 in D 16 in
Art Deco French Writing Desk in Macassar Wood
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful and very elegant Art Deco French writing desk. It is made out of Macassar wood and legs
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Art Deco French Writing Desk in Macassar Wood
Art Deco French Writing Desk in Macassar Wood

Art Deco French Writing Desk in Macassar Wood

H 29.5 in W 50 in D 25 in
Louis XVI style ebonised writing desk
Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB
Quality early 20th Century French Louis XVI style writing desk. Dating to around the 1930’s with
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Vintage 1930s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Louis XVI style ebonised writing desk
Louis XVI style ebonised writing desk

Louis XVI style ebonised writing desk

H 30 in W 52 in D 26 in
Wooden Art Deco Desk with Drawers, 1930s
Located in Brussels, BE
Wooden Art Deco Desk with Drawers, 1930s
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Vintage 1930s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Wooden Art Deco Desk with Drawers, 1930s
Wooden Art Deco Desk with Drawers, 1930s

Wooden Art Deco Desk with Drawers, 1930s

H 30.71 in W 76.38 in D 35.04 in
Antique Leather Top Writing Table / Desk
Located in London, GB
A fantastic antique leather top writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from
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Vintage 1930s British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Leather Top Writing Table / Desk
Antique Leather Top Writing Table / Desk

Antique Leather Top Writing Table / Desk

H 29.93 in W 48.04 in D 29.93 in
Art Deco Desk With Leather Top, 1930s
Located in New York, NY
Large Art Deco Desk with a dark brown leather top and a small compartment with a hinged lid that is
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Art Deco Desk With Leather Top, 1930s
Art Deco Desk With Leather Top, 1930s

Art Deco Desk With Leather Top, 1930s

H 30 in W 65 in D 33 in
Fine French 1930s Macassar Ebony Writing Table
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French Art Deco macassar ebony writing table with one drawer and a chrome pull. Height of
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Vintage 1930s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Fine French 1930s Macassar Ebony Writing Table
Fine French 1930s Macassar Ebony Writing Table

Fine French 1930s Macassar Ebony Writing Table

H 30.71 in W 31.5 in D 16.93 in
Art Deco 1930s Wood Brass Writing Table
Located in Munich, DE
This elegant writing table has been handcrafted in France in the 1940's. The table features three
Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Art Deco 1930s Wood Brass Writing Table
Art Deco 1930s Wood Brass Writing Table

Art Deco 1930s Wood Brass Writing Table

H 29.53 in W 35.04 in D 21.86 in
Bauhaus Tubular Steel and Wood Desk, Germany, 1930s
Located in Praha 2, Hlavní město Praha
Bauhaus tubular steel and wood desk, made in Germany, 1930s. Date of manufacture: 1930s Origin
Category

Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Bauhaus Tubular Steel and Wood Desk, Germany, 1930s
Bauhaus Tubular Steel and Wood Desk, Germany, 1930s

Bauhaus Tubular Steel and Wood Desk, Germany, 1930s

H 30.71 in W 42.52 in D 22.84 in
Antique American Empire Style Mahogany Library Writing Table Office Desk Vanity
Located in Dayton, OH
An antique American Empire style dressing table, circa 1930s. Originally featured a mirror along
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Early 20th Century American American Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique American Empire Style Mahogany Library Writing Table Office Desk Vanity
Antique American Empire Style Mahogany Library Writing Table Office Desk Vanity

Antique American Empire Style Mahogany Library Writing Table Office Desk Vanity

H 30.5 in W 42 in D 21 in
Vintage Functionalist Desk by Alvar Aalto, Artek, Finland, 1930s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Desk by Alvar Aalto made from birch with original green top. Lovely, clean lines. Neat size, small
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch

Vintage Functionalist Desk by Alvar Aalto, Artek, Finland, 1930s
Vintage Functionalist Desk by Alvar Aalto, Artek, Finland, 1930s

Vintage Functionalist Desk by Alvar Aalto, Artek, Finland, 1930s

H 20.67 in W 39.38 in D 24.81 in
Art Deco Desk with Leather Chair, Rosewood Veneer, France, 1930s
By De Coene Frères
Located in Regensburg, DE
Top Class original french Art Deco Executive Desk with original leather swivel armchair from France
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Desk with Leather Chair, Rosewood Veneer, France, 1930s
Art Deco Desk with Leather Chair, Rosewood Veneer, France, 1930s

Art Deco Desk with Leather Chair, Rosewood Veneer, France, 1930s

H 29.93 in W 72.84 in D 27.56 in
20th Century French Art Deco large Oak Vintage Office Desk / Writing Table
Located in New York City, NY
An original and unique French kneehole two-tone desk crafted from hand-carved oak and elevated on
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20th Century French Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

20th Century French Art Deco large Oak Vintage Office Desk / Writing Table
20th Century French Art Deco large Oak Vintage Office Desk / Writing Table

20th Century French Art Deco large Oak Vintage Office Desk / Writing Table

H 30.75 in W 59.25 in D 33 in
Modern Oak and Iron Boomerang Form Desk, France, circa 1930s
Located in Norwalk, CT
A real statement piece, this French early modernism desk features a boomerang shaped top in solid
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Vintage 1930s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Iron

Modern Oak and Iron Boomerang Form Desk, France, circa 1930s
Modern Oak and Iron Boomerang Form Desk, France, circa 1930s

Modern Oak and Iron Boomerang Form Desk, France, circa 1930s

H 31 in W 87.75 in D 36 in
Gray Painted Desk in the Style of Gustavian from the 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Gray Painted Desk, Reflecting Gustavian Elegance from the 1930s: A timeless piece that
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Gustavian Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Gray Painted Desk in the Style of Gustavian from the 1930s
Gray Painted Desk in the Style of Gustavian from the 1930s

Gray Painted Desk in the Style of Gustavian from the 1930s

H 29.14 in W 47.05 in D 18.51 in
Functionalist Birch Desk by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking desk by Alvar Aalto, made from birch in a compact functionalist design. Drawers to the
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch

Functionalist Birch Desk by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1930s
Functionalist Birch Desk by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1930s

Functionalist Birch Desk by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1930s

H 28.35 in W 58.67 in D 28.35 in
Czechoslovak Midcentury Chrome and Formica Writing Desk, 1950s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Midcentury writing desk with three plastic drawer. It has a construction of chrome pipes and a
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Chrome

Czechoslovak Midcentury Chrome and Formica Writing Desk, 1950s, Czechoslovakia
Czechoslovak Midcentury Chrome and Formica Writing Desk, 1950s, Czechoslovakia

Czechoslovak Midcentury Chrome and Formica Writing Desk, 1950s, Czechoslovakia

H 27.56 in W 35.44 in D 23.63 in
1930's Architect's Table with Drawer
Located in Dallas, TX
1930's wood architects table with stone inlay and drawer for drawing and drafting supplies
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Vintage 1930s Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

1930's Architect's Table with Drawer
1930's Architect's Table with Drawer

1930's Architect's Table with Drawer

H 29 in W 36 in D 36 in
Functionalist Desk Czech Bauhaus Tubular Steel, 1930s
Located in Wien, AT
This functionalist desk, with a construction of bent tubular steel was made in Czech Republic
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Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Functionalist Desk Czech Bauhaus Tubular Steel, 1930s
Functionalist Desk Czech Bauhaus Tubular Steel, 1930s

Functionalist Desk Czech Bauhaus Tubular Steel, 1930s

H 30.71 in W 48.04 in D 26.38 in
Spanish Desk and Stool in Oak with Green Blue Patina, 1930s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Industrial Desk and Stool, Oak, Spain, 1930s A lovely set composed by an industrial desk with Art
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20th Century Spanish Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak, Pine, Wood

Spanish Desk and Stool in Oak with Green Blue Patina, 1930s
Spanish Desk and Stool in Oak with Green Blue Patina, 1930s

Spanish Desk and Stool in Oak with Green Blue Patina, 1930s

H 26.38 in W 29.53 in D 17.33 in
Walnut Desk by Vittorio Valabrega, Italy, 1930s
By Vittorio Valabrega
Located in Rivoli, IT
Beautiful wooden desk made by the designer and cabinetmaker Vittorio Valabrega. Small drawer under
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Nutwood

Walnut Desk by Vittorio Valabrega, Italy, 1930s
Walnut Desk by Vittorio Valabrega, Italy, 1930s

Walnut Desk by Vittorio Valabrega, Italy, 1930s

H 30.32 in W 61.82 in D 33.86 in
1930s French Art Deco Desk in Black Lacquer with Nickeled Metal Applications
Located in Ulm, DE
Desk Piano lacquer, black high gloss Metal applications, freshly nickel-plated Non-functional
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

1930s French Art Deco Desk in Black Lacquer with Nickeled Metal Applications
1930s French Art Deco Desk in Black Lacquer with Nickeled Metal Applications

1930s French Art Deco Desk in Black Lacquer with Nickeled Metal Applications

H 31.11 in W 51.19 in D 31.5 in
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1930s Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic 1930s writing desk available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and walnut, every 1930s writing desk was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the 1930s writing desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each 1930s writing desk bearing Art Deco, Industrial or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made 1930s writing desk has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Gilbert Rohde, Marcel Breuer and Kaare Klint are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1930s Writing Desk?

The average selling price for a 1930s writing desk at 1stDibs is $4,926, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $120,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right desks-writing-tables for You

Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.

Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.

Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.

Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.

The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.

From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.

Questions About 1930s Writing Desk
  • What is a writing desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.

  • What is a writing desk with drawers called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A writing desk with drawers is also called a secretary. It is a desk with drawers, one of which can be pushed out and the front of the desk lowered to create a flat writing surface. These writing desks have been made in a variety of styles over the years. Shop for a variety of writing tables with drawers on 1stDibs.
  • What is a small writing desk called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A small writing table is also called a davenport table or davenport desk. They normally feature a sloped or inclined top attached with hinges to the back of the table. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage davenport desks.
  • What did brides wear in the 1930s?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
  • What is an old-fashioned writing desk called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    What an old-fashioned writing desk is called varies by design. Pieces with drop-down fronts are secretary desks (these are typically made of two parts: a chest of drawers on the bottom and a hutch or cupboard with shelves on the top), while ones that rest on two pillars, cabinets or bookcases are pedestal desks. A desk with a small writing surface positioned in front of drawers and cubbies is a bureau à gradin. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of desks.
  • What was the term in French furniture for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.

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