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Action Desk by George Nelson & Robert Propst for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson, Robert Propst
Located in Madrid, ES
Action Office desk, model 64 902, designed by George Nelson & Robert Propst for Herman Miller from
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Action Desk by George Nelson & Robert Propst for Herman Miller
Action Desk by George Nelson & Robert Propst for Herman Miller

Action Desk by George Nelson & Robert Propst for Herman Miller

H 28.35 in W 49.61 in D 31.89 in
1970s Mid-Century George Nelson Herman Miller "Action Office" Rolltop Desk Exec.
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Basel, BS
Very Rare and highly collectible original vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller rolltop "Action
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Chrome

1970s Mid-Century George Nelson Herman Miller "Action Office" Rolltop Desk Exec.
1970s Mid-Century George Nelson Herman Miller "Action Office" Rolltop Desk Exec.

1970s Mid-Century George Nelson Herman Miller "Action Office" Rolltop Desk Exec.

H 34 in W 30 in D 54 in
George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Action Office 1' Desk
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early George Nelson Action Office 1 desk in original condition with minor wear. George Nelson for
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Action Office 1' Desk
George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Action Office 1' Desk

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Action Office 1' Desk

H 29.75 in W 60 in D 27 in
George Nelson for Herman Miller Action Office Table or Desk
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Skokie, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Vintage Action Office Table or Desk The Action Office desk or
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

George Nelson for Herman Miller Action Office Table or Desk
George Nelson for Herman Miller Action Office Table or Desk

George Nelson for Herman Miller Action Office Table or Desk

H 29 in W 72 in D 30 in
Desk Action Office 1, George Nelson, Herman Miller, Large Version
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Bern, CH
Design classic desk Action Office 1, George Nelson, Herman Miller, large version. Offered is a
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Desk Action Office 1, George Nelson, Herman Miller, Large Version
Desk Action Office 1, George Nelson, Herman Miller, Large Version

Desk Action Office 1, George Nelson, Herman Miller, Large Version

H 29.14 in W 65.36 in D 31.89 in
1960s Action Office Standing Desk by George Nelson, Herman Miler production
By George Nelson, Robert Propst, Herman Miller
Located in Renens, CH
1960s Action Office Standing Desk by George Nelson, Herman Miler production George Nelson
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

1960s Action Office Standing Desk by George Nelson, Herman Miler production
1960s Action Office Standing Desk by George Nelson, Herman Miler production

1960s Action Office Standing Desk by George Nelson, Herman Miler production

H 47.25 in W 61.82 in D 33.08 in
Mid-Century Modern Action Office Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960s
By George Nelson
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Action Office Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Action Office Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Action Office Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Action Office Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960s

H 32.68 in W 64.18 in D 32.29 in
Robert Propst For Herman Miller Action Office Stand-Up Desk
Located in Pasadena, TX
An Action Office desk designed by Robert Propst for Herman Miller in 1968. This mid century modern
Category

Vintage 1970s American Desks

Materials

Metal

Robert Propst For Herman Miller Action Office Stand-Up Desk
Robert Propst For Herman Miller Action Office Stand-Up Desk

Robert Propst For Herman Miller Action Office Stand-Up Desk

H 60 in W 48 in D 24 in
1964 George Nelson & Robert Propst for Herman Miller Action Office Desk
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Action Office desk, designed by George Nelson and Robert Propst for Herman
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Desks

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

1964 George Nelson & Robert Propst for Herman Miller Action Office Desk
1964 George Nelson & Robert Propst for Herman Miller Action Office Desk

1964 George Nelson & Robert Propst for Herman Miller Action Office Desk

H 29.75 in W 16.5 in D 49.75 in
George Nelson Action Office Architect's Roll-Top Desk for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Dallas, TX
Striking black and walnut roll-top architect's desk with three drawers and hidden file storage
Category

Mid-20th Century American Desks

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson Action Office Architect's Roll-Top Desk for Herman Miller
George Nelson Action Office Architect's Roll-Top Desk for Herman Miller

George Nelson Action Office Architect's Roll-Top Desk for Herman Miller

H 42 in W 65.5 in D 33 in
Midcentury Action Office Roll Top Desk George Nelson for H Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
Herman Miller George Nelson action office series drafting desk 1965 design This vintage roll-top
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Aluminum

Midcentury Action Office Roll Top Desk George Nelson for H Miller
Midcentury Action Office Roll Top Desk George Nelson for H Miller

Midcentury Action Office Roll Top Desk George Nelson for H Miller

H 44 in W 54 in D 32 in
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Roll Top Action Office Desk by George Nelson
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Lafayette, IN
This is a wonderful early example of the Action Office Roll Top desk by George Nelson for Herman
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Roll Top Action Office Desk by George Nelson
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Roll Top Action Office Desk by George Nelson

Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Roll Top Action Office Desk by George Nelson

H 32 in W 65 in D 32 in
George Nelson ‘Action’ Roll-Top Desk Wall Unit by Herman Miller, circa 1970s
By Herman Miller
Located in Kensington, MD
Organizational Survival in a Work-at-Home Covid World — George Nelson ‘Action’ Roll-Top Desk Wall
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

George Nelson ‘Action’ Roll-Top Desk Wall Unit by Herman Miller, circa 1970s
George Nelson ‘Action’ Roll-Top Desk Wall Unit by Herman Miller, circa 1970s

George Nelson ‘Action’ Roll-Top Desk Wall Unit by Herman Miller, circa 1970s

W 48 in D 24 in
Rare Version of Herman Miller George Nelson Action Office Series Roll Top Desk
By George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
Series roll up tambour desk 1964 design Walnut roll up top (4) action drawers Ebonized black side
Category

Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Version of Herman Miller George Nelson Action Office Series Roll Top Desk
Rare Version of Herman Miller George Nelson Action Office Series Roll Top Desk

Rare Version of Herman Miller George Nelson Action Office Series Roll Top Desk

H 33 in W 64 in D 32 in
Time of Action No. 20-2 by Chaeyoung Lee
Located in Geneve, CH
Time of Action No. 20-2 by Chaeyoung Lee Materials: Ebonized and carved wood Dimensions: 34,5 x
Category

2010s Korean Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Wood

Time of Action No. 20-2 by Chaeyoung Lee
Time of Action No. 20-2 by Chaeyoung Lee

Time of Action No. 20-2 by Chaeyoung Lee

H 16.15 in W 12.6 in D 13.78 in
Royal Italian Writing Desk and Armchair
Located in New Orleans, LA
complex as his intriguing desk. He forged many political actions from revolutionary to absolutists
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Royal Italian Writing Desk and Armchair
Royal Italian Writing Desk and Armchair

Royal Italian Writing Desk and Armchair

H 32.75 in W 54.5 in D 33 in
Temporal Collection, Limited Edition, Marble, Glass, Steel Desk 'Exercise 2'
By Lucas Muñoz Muñoz
Located in Madrid, ES
minimum quantitative action to create structure.The resulting desk is a startling mix of raw, industrial
Category

2010s Spanish Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble

Temporal Collection, Limited Edition, Marble, Glass, Steel Desk 'Exercise 2'
Temporal Collection, Limited Edition, Marble, Glass, Steel Desk 'Exercise 2'

Temporal Collection, Limited Edition, Marble, Glass, Steel Desk 'Exercise 2'

H 29.53 in W 59.06 in D 23.63 in
Antique Roll-Top Desk, English, Bureau, Aesthetic Period, Victorian, Circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique roll-top desk. An English, mahogany and leather tambour bureau in Aesthetic
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Roll-Top Desk, English, Bureau, Aesthetic Period, Victorian, Circa 1880
Antique Roll-Top Desk, English, Bureau, Aesthetic Period, Victorian, Circa 1880

Antique Roll-Top Desk, English, Bureau, Aesthetic Period, Victorian, Circa 1880

H 39.97 in W 35.44 in D 21.66 in
Carlo di Carli: Desk in Fruitwood, Brass, and Glass, Italy 1950s
By Carlo De Carli
Located in New York, NY
Carlo de Carli (1910 - 1999)   An important sculptural desk with six drawers by seminal Milanese
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Carlo di Carli: Desk in Fruitwood, Brass, and Glass, Italy 1950s
Carlo di Carli: Desk in Fruitwood, Brass, and Glass, Italy 1950s

Carlo di Carli: Desk in Fruitwood, Brass, and Glass, Italy 1950s

H 32 in W 69 in D 47 in
Fine W1V Style Mahogany & leather desk chair
By Arthur Brett
Located in Dereham, GB
Fine Quality W1V sTyle Mahogany & Leather Desk Chair, circa 1950s. Mahogany Showframe , with W1V
Category

Mid-20th Century British William IV Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Fine W1V Style Mahogany & leather desk chair
Fine W1V Style Mahogany & leather desk chair

Fine W1V Style Mahogany & leather desk chair

H 36.23 in W 32.29 in D 32.29 in
Jet Desk / Igl-Jet by Ernest Igl aka Ernest Hoffmann for Wilhelm Werndl, 1970s
By Wilhelm Werndl, Ernest Igl
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
„igl jet desk” as a rebellion against „a style of furniture prescribed by woodworking machines – smooth
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Space Age Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Jet Desk / Igl-Jet by Ernest Igl aka Ernest Hoffmann for Wilhelm Werndl, 1970s
Jet Desk / Igl-Jet by Ernest Igl aka Ernest Hoffmann for Wilhelm Werndl, 1970s

Jet Desk / Igl-Jet by Ernest Igl aka Ernest Hoffmann for Wilhelm Werndl, 1970s

H 29.14 in W 69.69 in D 33.47 in
Regency Burr Elm Davenport Desk
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
. Another incredible feature, which we have not actually come across before is the mechanical action
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks

Materials

Elm

Regency Burr Elm Davenport Desk
Regency Burr Elm Davenport Desk

Regency Burr Elm Davenport Desk

H 31 in W 18 in D 23 in
Antique Anglo-Indian Vizagapatam Stag Antler Horn Slope Top Writing Desk c 1800s
Located in Chicago, IL
Stag antler table top desk secretary or rather as described by a British expert: an Anglo-Indian
Category

Antique 1870s Indian Black Forest Desk Sets

Materials

Sandalwood, Leather, Antler, Bone

Antique Anglo-Indian Vizagapatam Stag Antler Horn Slope Top Writing Desk c 1800s
Antique Anglo-Indian Vizagapatam Stag Antler Horn Slope Top Writing Desk c 1800s

Antique Anglo-Indian Vizagapatam Stag Antler Horn Slope Top Writing Desk c 1800s

H 5.25 in W 15 in D 15.13 in
ORIGINAL ANTIQUE THONET SWiVEL BERGERE DESK CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR MODEL NUMBER 3
By Thonet
Located in GB
wonderful cast iron base, the height adjustable swivel action The timber grain simply glows, you can only
Category

Antique Early 1900s European Late Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

ORIGINAL ANTIQUE THONET SWiVEL BERGERE DESK CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR MODEL NUMBER 3
ORIGINAL ANTIQUE THONET SWiVEL BERGERE DESK CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR MODEL NUMBER 3

ORIGINAL ANTIQUE THONET SWiVEL BERGERE DESK CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR MODEL NUMBER 3

H 31.11 in W 24.81 in D 23.23 in
Vintage Fabric Aluminum EA 108 Desk Chair by Charles&Ray Eames for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
credited with inventing the office cubicle, originally known as the Action Office in 1968, under the
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Fabric Aluminum EA 108 Desk Chair by Charles&Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Vintage Fabric Aluminum EA 108 Desk Chair by Charles&Ray Eames for Herman Miller

Vintage Fabric Aluminum EA 108 Desk Chair by Charles&Ray Eames for Herman Miller

H 32.68 in W 22.45 in D 21.26 in
Danese Milano Bincan Desk in White Metal by Naoto Fukasawa
By Naoto Fukasawa, Danese Milano
Located in Hicksville, NY
Bincan desk is part of the Bincan collection, which was designed for the work place and can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

Danese Milano Bincan Desk in White Metal by Naoto Fukasawa
Danese Milano Bincan Desk in White Metal by Naoto Fukasawa

Danese Milano Bincan Desk in White Metal by Naoto Fukasawa

H 28.35 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in
1970s 4ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a 1970s vintage Herman Miller Action Office desk, designed by George Nelson
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Desks

Materials

Aluminum

1970s 4ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers
1970s 4ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers

1970s 4ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers

H 28 in W 48 in D 30 in
1970s 4ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original 1970s Herman Miller Action Office desk with two drawers, designed by
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Desks

Materials

Laminate, Oak, Wood

1970s 4ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers
1970s 4ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers

1970s 4ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers

H 25.5 in W 23 in D 48 in
1970s 6ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original 1970s Herman Miller Action Office desk with two drawers, designed by
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Desks

Materials

Laminate, Oak

1970s 6ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers
1970s 6ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers

1970s 6ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers

H 25.5 in W 72 in D 23 in
1970s 6ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original 1970s Herman Miller Action Office desk with two drawers, designed by
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Desks

Materials

Laminate, Oak

1970s 6ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers
1970s 6ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers

1970s 6ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers

H 25.5 in W 72 in D 23 in
Original circa 1900 Graves & Sons Naval Military Campaign Parter Desk Map Drawer
Located in GB
officers desk Graves and Sons were listed at Fore Street, Plymouth in 1890 as general furnishers
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Campaign Desks

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Original circa 1900 Graves & Sons Naval Military Campaign Parter Desk Map Drawer
Original circa 1900 Graves & Sons Naval Military Campaign Parter Desk Map Drawer

Original circa 1900 Graves & Sons Naval Military Campaign Parter Desk Map Drawer

H 29.73 in W 44.3 in D 23.23 in
Ash Noir Frame Office Table L by Milla & Milli
Located in Geneve, CH
, talkers second. So, our ode isn't one of words, but of heartfelt and decisive action. And one you are
Category

2010s Croatian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ash

Ash Noir Frame Office Table L by Milla & Milli
Ash Noir Frame Office Table L by Milla & Milli

Ash Noir Frame Office Table L by Milla & Milli

H 29.53 in W 63 in D 31.5 in
Oak Natur Frame Office Table L by Milla & Milli
Located in Geneve, CH
, talkers second. So, our ode isn't one of words, but of heartfelt and decisive action. And one you are
Category

2010s Croatian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Oak Natur Frame Office Table L by Milla & Milli
Oak Natur Frame Office Table L by Milla & Milli

Oak Natur Frame Office Table L by Milla & Milli

H 29.53 in W 63 in D 31.5 in
Walnut Natur Frame Office Table L by Milla & Milli
Located in Geneve, CH
doers first, talkers second. So, our ode isn't one of words, but of heartfelt and decisive action. And
Category

2010s Croatian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Natur Frame Office Table L by Milla & Milli
Walnut Natur Frame Office Table L by Milla & Milli

Walnut Natur Frame Office Table L by Milla & Milli

H 29.53 in W 63 in D 31.5 in
Oak Natur Frame Office Table M by Milla & Milli
Located in Geneve, CH
, talkers second. So, our ode isn't one of words, but of heartfelt and decisive action. And one you are
Category

2010s Croatian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Oak Natur Frame Office Table M by Milla & Milli
Oak Natur Frame Office Table M by Milla & Milli

Oak Natur Frame Office Table M by Milla & Milli

H 29.53 in W 55.12 in D 23.63 in
Ash Noir Frame Office Table M by Milla & Milli
Located in Geneve, CH
, talkers second. So, our ode isn't one of words, but of heartfelt and decisive action. And one you are
Category

2010s Croatian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ash

Ash Noir Frame Office Table M by Milla & Milli
Ash Noir Frame Office Table M by Milla & Milli

Ash Noir Frame Office Table M by Milla & Milli

H 29.53 in W 55.12 in D 23.63 in
Walnut Natur Frame Office Table M by Milla & Milli
Located in Geneve, CH
doers first, talkers second. So, our ode isn't one of words, but of heartfelt and decisive action. And
Category

2010s Croatian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Natur Frame Office Table M by Milla & Milli
Walnut Natur Frame Office Table M by Milla & Milli

Walnut Natur Frame Office Table M by Milla & Milli

H 29.53 in W 55.12 in D 23.63 in
Georgian II Period Mahogany Architects Table
Located in Brighton, Sussex
sliding action compartmented drawer, raised on square section legs.
Category

Antique 18th Century English Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian II Period Mahogany Architects Table
Georgian II Period Mahogany Architects Table

Georgian II Period Mahogany Architects Table

H 32.68 in W 41.74 in D 26.78 in
19th Century William IV Rosewood Writing Table
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
surface to the central ratchet action flap, the underside with remains a paper label which reads "of
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century William IV Rosewood Writing Table
19th Century William IV Rosewood Writing Table

19th Century William IV Rosewood Writing Table

H 30.75 in W 35.5 in D 22 in
Rare business card tray, solid bronze around 1900, Jugendstil Art Nouveau France
Located in Wien, AT
item was most probably made in France. A photo shows the object in action - a very convincing decor
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Jugendstil Desk Sets

Materials

Bronze

Rare business card tray, solid bronze around 1900, Jugendstil Art Nouveau France
Rare business card tray, solid bronze around 1900, Jugendstil Art Nouveau France

Rare business card tray, solid bronze around 1900, Jugendstil Art Nouveau France

H 1.77 in W 9.65 in D 5.51 in
19th Century French Paperweight Bronze Dog Sculpture on Grey Marble Stand
By Christophe Fratin
Located in Dallas, TX
the manner of Thomas Cartier or Christophe Fratin. The artist conveys action and energy through the
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th Century French Paperweight Bronze Dog Sculpture on Grey Marble Stand
19th Century French Paperweight Bronze Dog Sculpture on Grey Marble Stand

19th Century French Paperweight Bronze Dog Sculpture on Grey Marble Stand

H 4 in W 6.75 in D 3.5 in
Konica C35 Automatic 35mm Film Compact Rangefinder Camera with 38mm Hexanon F2.8
Located in High Wycombe, GB
settings with electronic flash Self-timer Fast-action wind lever
Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Steel

Konica C35 Automatic 35mm Film Compact Rangefinder Camera with 38mm Hexanon F2.8
Konica C35 Automatic 35mm Film Compact Rangefinder Camera with 38mm Hexanon F2.8

Konica C35 Automatic 35mm Film Compact Rangefinder Camera with 38mm Hexanon F2.8

H 3 in W 4.75 in D 2 in
Pair of Antique British Elbow Office Chairs circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Antique British Elbow desk chairs in solid Wood dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Linen, Wood

Pair of Antique British Elbow Office Chairs circa 1920
Pair of Antique British Elbow Office Chairs circa 1920

Pair of Antique British Elbow Office Chairs circa 1920

H 32.29 in W 24.41 in D 21.66 in
19th Century Mahogany Writing Slope Befit with a Pair of Inkwells by J J Mechi
Located in High Wycombe, GB
1830s Would make an ideal gift for the writing enthusiast or London historian. Item has lever action
Category

Antique 19th Century British Campaign Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

19th Century Mahogany Writing Slope Befit with a Pair of Inkwells by J J Mechi
19th Century Mahogany Writing Slope Befit with a Pair of Inkwells by J J Mechi

19th Century Mahogany Writing Slope Befit with a Pair of Inkwells by J J Mechi

H 7.88 in W 19.69 in D 10.83 in
18th Century Venetian Bronze Figural Inkwell
Located in New York, NY
Patinated bronze urn-shaped inkwell rests on three winged-horses evoking movement and action. The
Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Renaissance Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

18th Century Venetian Bronze Figural Inkwell
18th Century Venetian Bronze Figural Inkwell

18th Century Venetian Bronze Figural Inkwell

H 6.5 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in
Pair of Spring Swivel Armchairs by Massimo Scolari for Giorgetti Italy
By Massimo Scolari
Located in Miami, FL
mechanism for added spring action and elasticity. Very minor signs of wear and age. Please see close ups
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Spring Swivel Armchairs by Massimo Scolari for Giorgetti Italy
Pair of Spring Swivel Armchairs by Massimo Scolari for Giorgetti Italy

Pair of Spring Swivel Armchairs by Massimo Scolari for Giorgetti Italy

H 33.5 in W 26 in D 24 in
Italian Typewriter by Marcello Nizzoli for Olivetti, 1950s
By Marcello Nizzoli, Olivetti
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
wear consistent with age. Keys and action still work smoothly. With the original case.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

Italian Typewriter by Marcello Nizzoli for Olivetti, 1950s
Italian Typewriter by Marcello Nizzoli for Olivetti, 1950s

Italian Typewriter by Marcello Nizzoli for Olivetti, 1950s

H 3.55 in W 12.21 in D 13 in
Pair of Vintage Laboratory Chairs, German, Beech, Adjustable, Bar Stool, Kitchen
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
tarnishing Excellent German engineering reflects in the taut action of the controls Superb range of
Category

Late 20th Century German Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Vintage Laboratory Chairs, German, Beech, Adjustable, Bar Stool, Kitchen
Pair of Vintage Laboratory Chairs, German, Beech, Adjustable, Bar Stool, Kitchen

Pair of Vintage Laboratory Chairs, German, Beech, Adjustable, Bar Stool, Kitchen

H 36.23 in W 24.41 in D 24.41 in
Auminum Group Set of 6 High Back Executive Office Chairs Eames for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
perfectly and smoothly, and the rising action is equally smooth. The chairs also have tilt, swivel, and
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Auminum Group Set of 6 High Back Executive Office Chairs Eames for Herman Miller
Auminum Group Set of 6 High Back Executive Office Chairs Eames for Herman Miller

Auminum Group Set of 6 High Back Executive Office Chairs Eames for Herman Miller

H 34 in W 25.5 in D 27 in
Danese Milano Bincan Fermasacchetto Bag Clip in White by Naoto Fukasawa
By Danese Milano, Naoto Fukasawa
Located in Hicksville, NY
. His “Without Thought” design philosophy is inspired by the unconscious actions and behaviour of people
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Plastic

Danese Milano Bincan Fermasacchetto Bag Clip in White by Naoto Fukasawa
Danese Milano Bincan Fermasacchetto Bag Clip in White by Naoto Fukasawa

Danese Milano Bincan Fermasacchetto Bag Clip in White by Naoto Fukasawa

H 1.19 in Dm 11.82 in
Danese Milano Bincan Fermasacchetto Bag Clip in Black by Naoto Fukasawa
By Naoto Fukasawa, Danese Milano
Located in Hicksville, NY
. His “Without Thought” design philosophy is inspired by the unconscious actions and behaviour of people
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Plastic

Danese Milano Bincan Fermasacchetto Bag Clip in Black by Naoto Fukasawa
Danese Milano Bincan Fermasacchetto Bag Clip in Black by Naoto Fukasawa

Danese Milano Bincan Fermasacchetto Bag Clip in Black by Naoto Fukasawa

H 1.19 in Dm 11.82 in
Danese Milano Ellice Bookmark in Stainless Steel by Marco Ferreri
By Danese Milano
Located in Hicksville, NY
object for any who use it. This bookmark is the expression of fast and precise action. Marco Ferreri
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Stainless Steel

Danese Milano Ellice Bookmark in Stainless Steel by Marco Ferreri
Danese Milano Ellice Bookmark in Stainless Steel by Marco Ferreri

Danese Milano Ellice Bookmark in Stainless Steel by Marco Ferreri

H 0.4 in W 7.29 in D 0.79 in
Danese Milano Bincan Trash Wastepaper Basket in Black by Naoto Fukasawa
By Naoto Fukasawa, Danese Milano
Located in Hicksville, NY
. His “Without Thought” design philosophy is inspired by the unconscious actions and behaviour of people
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Plastic

Danese Milano Bincan Trash Wastepaper Basket in Black by Naoto Fukasawa
Danese Milano Bincan Trash Wastepaper Basket in Black by Naoto Fukasawa

Danese Milano Bincan Trash Wastepaper Basket in Black by Naoto Fukasawa

H 15.16 in Dm 11.82 in
Danese Milano Bincan Trash Wastepaper Basket in White by Naoto Fukasawa
By Naoto Fukasawa, Danese Milano
Located in Hicksville, NY
. His “Without Thought” design philosophy is inspired by the unconscious actions and behaviour of people
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Plastic

Danese Milano Bincan Trash Wastepaper Basket in White by Naoto Fukasawa
Danese Milano Bincan Trash Wastepaper Basket in White by Naoto Fukasawa

Danese Milano Bincan Trash Wastepaper Basket in White by Naoto Fukasawa

H 15.16 in Dm 11.82 in
Vintage "Anemone" Crystal Table Clock by Daum, France
By Daum
Located in Morristown, NJ
pioneering the art of “Animagic” — or stop-action animation. His legacy is etched in the hearts of millions
Category

Vintage 1950s French Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Crystal

Vintage "Anemone" Crystal Table Clock by Daum, France
Vintage "Anemone" Crystal Table Clock by Daum, France

Vintage "Anemone" Crystal Table Clock by Daum, France

H 10 in W 10 in D 2.5 in
Rare Herman Miller Action Office Standing Desk and Drawing Table, 1960s
By Herman Miller, Robert Propst
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
A rare and hard to find Herman Miller - Action Office standing desk and drawing table, circa 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Herman Miller Action Office Standing Desk and Drawing Table, 1960s
Rare Herman Miller Action Office Standing Desk and Drawing Table, 1960s

Rare Herman Miller Action Office Standing Desk and Drawing Table, 1960s

H 41.75 in W 63.75 in D 36 in
Elusive Modernist Action Office Desk or Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rarely seen modernist action office desk or conference table by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Elusive Modernist Action Office Desk or Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Elusive Modernist Action Office Desk or Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Elusive Modernist Action Office Desk or Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

H 29.5 in W 84 in D 41 in
Green Glass Banker’s Desk Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Green Glass Banker’s Desk Lamp A beautiful and seldom seen heavy quality fully adjustable
Category

Vintage 1960s Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Green Glass Banker’s Desk Lamp
Green Glass Banker’s Desk Lamp

Green Glass Banker’s Desk Lamp

H 15 in W 11 in D 10 in
Antique Architect's Desk, English, Adjustable, Draughtsman, Pedestal, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
embossed leather skiver Superb riser action with hinges to both sides of the desk Adjusting for angle, with
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Architect's Desk, English, Adjustable, Draughtsman, Pedestal, Georgian
Antique Architect's Desk, English, Adjustable, Draughtsman, Pedestal, Georgian

Antique Architect's Desk, English, Adjustable, Draughtsman, Pedestal, Georgian

H 31.89 in W 43.71 in D 24.81 in
English Maple Davenport Desk of the Late Georgian Period
Located in London, GB
slide action writing cabinet having a hinged lifting top inset with a tooled leather surface, fitted
Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple, Leather

English Maple Davenport Desk of the Late Georgian Period
English Maple Davenport Desk of the Late Georgian Period

English Maple Davenport Desk of the Late Georgian Period

H 33.08 in W 24.02 in D 20.87 in
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the action desk you’re looking for. An action desk — often made from metal, wood and aluminum — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect action desk — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An action desk made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made action desk has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by George Nelson and Herman Miller are consistently popular.

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The average selling price for an action desk at 1stDibs is $4,500, while they’re typically $1,195 on the low end and $10,478 for the highest priced.

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