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Milo Baughman Desk for Directional Furniture
By Milo Baughman
Located in Toledo, OH
Milo Baughman desk for Directional Furniture. 48" writing desk with movable drawer base on rollers
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Theodore Alexander "Chateau du Vallois" French Mahogany Leather Writing Desk 48"
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Dayton, OH
Theodore Alexander "Chateau du Vallois" French Provincial Writing Desk. Features a serpentine form
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 30 in W 48 in D 26 in
Mahogany inlaid writing desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany inlaid desk. The top with inset green leather surrounded by a mahogany inlaid border
Category
Early 20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Harvey Probber Writing Desk- Signed
By Harvey Probber
Located in Trenton, NJ
This impressive mid-century modern writing desk from Harvey Probber features a striking yet simple
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
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
Category
Vintage 1930s British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood
Elinor McGuire Model 226c Writing Desk
By John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire
Located in Highland, IN
-form pulls, the desk is expertly constructed and perfectly scaled. The top is hard wearing micarta with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Flagg Desk Classic Writing Desk or Home Office Computer Desk by Alabama Sawyer
By Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
We handcrafted this classic writing desk with hardwoods from Birmingham's urban forest. For your
Category
2010s American American Craftsman Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Hardwood, Oak
H 29 in W 48 in D 22 in
Antique Victorian Leather Top Partners Desk / Writing Table
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Victorian leather top partners desk / writing table. This was made in England, it
Category
Antique 1860s British High Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood
Handcrafted Solid Oak Partners Desk Writing Desk on Wheels, circa 1960
Located in Germantown, MD
. Perfect size for small or large den, office or library. Measures 48" in width, 28" in depth and 31" in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Hans Gunther Reinstein Vienna Secession Ladies Writing Desk
By Hans Gunther Reinstein
Located in Berlin, DE
Vienna secession ladies writing table in softwood and corrugated cardboard. Black and white paint
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Softwood
Paul Mccobb Model 1560 Writing Desk In Maple
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Berkeley, CA
Measurements: 48″ wide x 25.5″ deep x 29.25″ tall, Kneehole: 26" wide x 18" deep x 28.5" tall
Condition: In
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Maple
Mid-Century Modern 4 Drawer Writing Desk by Baumritter
By Baumritter
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Mid-Century Modern writing desk from the Birchcraft line by Baumritter features hardwood
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
English Antique Mahogany 19th Century Side Table Writing Desk
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
Antique side table
A 19th century English compact side table or writing desk.
Mahogany side
Category
Antique 19th Century European Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Country French Baker Furniture Executive Writing Desk Circa 1980
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
tenoned antique style Baker Furniture walnut Country French writing desk. The desk is in good condition
Category
Vintage 1980s American Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
French Louis XV Style Distressed Painted Desk Writing Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
. The desk measures 68 wide x 36.25 tall x 28 inches deep and a 30 inch writing surface.
Category
1990s Unknown Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Lucite Waterfall Console / Writing Table or Desk
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Lucite Waterfall Console / Writing Table or Desk
A nice U shaped Lucite
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Lucite
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Writing Desk, Circa 1900
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table
By Gustav
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Copper
Antique Victorian, Golden Oak, Pedestal Desk, Writing Table, Scotland 1890
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique, Victorian, golden oak, pedestal desk, writing table, Scotland 1890, H057
Scotland 1890
Category
Antique 19th Century North American Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
French Louis Philippe Desk Writing Table Secret Drawers, 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French 19th century Louis Philippe exotic wood desk, the top is recovered of coated fabric.
This
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 39.77 in W 46.07 in D 23.23 in
Italian Chrome X-Base Trestle Dining Table or Writing Desk
By Pace Collection
Located in Danville, CA
writing desk. The base will easily support a glass or stone top as large as 48 x 108 x 3/4.
Base
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stone, Chrome
Edwardian Satinwood Adjustable Ladies Writing Desk with Wedgewood Plaque Cherubs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a unique piece of furniture with a multiplicity of uses. It could be a desk or a ladies
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Porcelain, Satinwood
H 34 in W 31.5 in D 16.75 in
Paul McCobb Planner Group Black and White Lacquered Writing Desk, Refinished
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional minimalist Mid-Century Modern writing desk
By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29.25 in W 48 in D 24 in
Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk, Newly Refinished
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional minimalist Mid-Century Modern writing desk
By Paul McCobb for Winchendon
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29 in W 48 in D 24.13 in
French Walnut Louis Philippe Desk Leather Top Writing Table, 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French 19th century Louis Philippe pine desk, the top is recovered of coated fabric.
Ten drawers of
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
H 47.64 in W 49.02 in D 29.34 in
Antique Inlaid Satinwood Writing Table Desk by Edwards & Roberts, 19th Century
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
This is a sublime satinwood and marquetry desk by Edwards & Roberts, Circa 1880 in date.
This
Category
Antique 1880s English Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Satinwood
H 29.53 in W 48.04 in D 24.02 in
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Trestle Library Table or Writing Desk
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission oak Arts & Crafts trestle library table or writing desk
By
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
H 29 in W 48 in D 30 in
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Trestle Library Table or Writing Desk
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission oak Arts & Crafts trestle library table or writing desk
By
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
H 29 in W 48 in D 30 in
Signed Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Writing Desk or Library Table
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table
By Gustav Stickley
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Copper
H 28 in W 48 in D 29.38 in
Student Oak & Iron Writing Table Slant Top Desk France, Mid 20th C
Located in Labrit, Landes
French slant top desk writing table for student, circa 1950.
Oak and iron pupitre
Good vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Trestle Library Table or Writing Desk
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission oak Arts & Crafts trestle library table or writing desk
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
H 29 in W 48 in D 29.75 in
Paul McCobb Planner Group Black and White Lacquered Writing Desk and Chair
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional minimalist Mid-Century Modern writing desk with matching desk chair.
By Paul
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29.25 in W 48 in D 24 in
Antique French Carved Oak Writing Desk Secretary AND Chair Breton Brittany SET
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Carved Oak Writing Desk Secretary AND Chair Breton Brittany SET.
Direct from France
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 48 in W 36 in D 27 in
Paul McCobb Planner Group Black and White Lacquered Writing Desk and Chair
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional minimalist Mid-Century Modern writing desk with matching chair
By Paul McCobb for
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 28.25 in W 48 in D 18.13 in
Vintage Vanity / Writing Desk With Chair by Morris of California. Circa 1960s
By Morris of California
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Campaign Style Vanity / Writing Desk With Chair by Morris of California. Circa 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s American Campaign Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
H 19 in W 48 in D 20 in
Antique C1870s French Louis XVI Style Inlaid King Wood Ladies Writing Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
ladies writing desk with a cartonnier shelf compartment above the writing surface. The desk features
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
H 50 in W 28 in D 18.25 in
1790 Gillows Cuban Hardwood Library Secretaire Desk Writing Table I Bramah Lock
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare circa 1790 George III Library writing desk
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Hardwood
H 29.93 in W 35.83 in D 18.9 in
Black Leather Top French Directoire Style Writing Desk Bureau Plat, Circa 1960
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
majority of the lower 48 states. They offer a flat rate for most of our items with exclusions for the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Directoire Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 30 in W 51 in D 27 in
French fruitwood marquetry top writing table, 1950’s
Located in Kenilworth, IL
with a brass molding and fitted with square bail & rosette drawer pulls. The desk is supported by
Category
Mid-20th Century French Directoire Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Vintage Walnut Desk
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very practical vintage walnut desk, made in England and dating from the 1960’s.
The
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Frits Henningsen Solid Mahogany Writing Table and Chair Set
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Kastrup, DK
writing table and chair. The writing desk displays a rectangular top with molded edge above three cock
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Muriel Coleman Pacifica Desk
By Muriel Coleman
Located in Pasadena, CA
For California Contemporary Co. glass top desk .48" X 22 1/2" X 30".
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Glass
Art Deco Mirrored Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
An Art Deco-style mirrored desk with silver leaf and antiqued mirror, the rectangular mirror
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
George III Mahogany Writing Table 19th Century Great Color and Patination
Located in Buchanan, MI
A George III Mahogany Writing Table
19th Century having two slides. Great color and patination
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Petite Eliel Saarinen Deco Desk
By Eliel Saarinen, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
A petite scale Eliel Saarinen Deco Desk in Birch with Wave-like Aluminum Pulls.
Dimensions:
48
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Danish Teak Desk
By Nordisk Andels-Eksport
Located in Baltimore, MD
A beautiful Danish modern mid century teak desk, crafted by Nordisk Andels-Eksport in Denmark
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Antique Military Campaign Style Desk
Located in London, GB
A top quality antique military campaign style desk. This was made in England, it dates from around
Category
Vintage 1930s British Campaign Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood
Antique Victorian Leather Top Desk
Located in London, GB
A fantastic original antique Victorian leather top desk. This was made in England, it dates from
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Leather
"Locust" Wood Desk by Alexandre Caldas
By Alexandre Caldas
Located in Geneve, CH
better reading and writing.
This difference combined with the 48 degree tilt of the front drawers
Category
2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Antique Regency Period Library Table / Desk
Located in London, GB
A fantastic antique Regency library table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around
Category
Antique 1820s British Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Arts and Crafts Desk in Oak
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5363 Stylish Arts and Crafts solid oak desk, having oversailing top and a frieze drawer above
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Located in London, GB
A smart and very useful antique Victorian leather top pedestal desk. This was made in England, it
Category
Antique 1860s British High Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood
Scriptor Desk By Giorgetti In Macassar Ebony
By Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in London, GB
Scriptor Desk By Giorgetti In Macassar Ebony.
Giorgetti scriptor desk designed by Leon Krier 2004
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Karl Springer Zebra Wood Writing Table w/ Steel and Brass, USA c 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in Norwalk, CT
are 48 x 28, desk top height 29 and the lower edge of the top is at a height of 24".
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Zebra Wood
Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Victorian period pedestal desk. This was made in England, it dates from around
Category
Antique 1860s British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood
Classic Mid-Century Three Drawer Oak Desk
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classic Mid-Century Three Drawer Oak Desk
Beautiful grain top and brass feet
48 x 20 3.75 x 29
Category
Vintage 1940s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Leather Desk In Watercress Green
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French Art Deco style shagreen embossed leather desk in a bright green. With gilded highlight
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather
Art Deco Leather Desk In Pewter Grey
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French Art Deco style shagreen embossed leather desk in a rich pewter grey. With gilded highlight
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather
Art Deco Leather Desk In Marlin Blue
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French Art Deco style shagreen embossed leather desk in a rich cobalt marlin blue. With gilded
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather
Large Francois Linke Roll Top Desk
By François Linke
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large and very fine Francois Linke roll top desk
French late 19th-early 20th century
Bureau a
Category
Antique Early 1900s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Late Victorian Carlton House Desk in Satinwood
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
/4"-writing surface H 36" max H 24", kneehole W 48 1/4" D 25 1/4"
H 73cm, writing surface H 92 cm
Category
Antique 19th Century British Sheraton Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Satinwood
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48 Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 48 writing desk for your home. A 48 writing desk — often made from wood, metal and mahogany — can elevate any home. Find 680 options for an antique or vintage 48 writing desk now, or shop our selection of 18 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the 48 writing desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each 48 writing desk bearing mid-century modern, Victorian or Georgian hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 48 writing desk over the years, but those crafted by Paul McCobb, Planner Group and Pierre Jeanneret are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a 48 Writing Desk?
A 48 writing desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,995, while the lowest priced sells for $378 and the highest can go for as much as $132,000.
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- What is a writing desk?1 Answer1stDibs 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023What 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023In 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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