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Antique Sewing Desk

Regency Mahogany Work / Sewing Table
Located in New York, NY
Regency mahogany work / sewing Table.
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Early 20th Century Antique Sewing Desk

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Mahogany

Antique Regency Mahogany Work / Sewing Table
Regency Mahogany Work / Sewing Table
H 27.5 in W 21 in D 14.5 in
Petite Chinese Seven-Drawer Desk, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite elmwood desk charms with its unusual blend of east and west styles. Made in Northern
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sewing Desk

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Elm

Antique Petite Chinese Seven-Drawer Desk, c. 1900
Petite Chinese Seven-Drawer Desk, c. 1900
H 26.5 in W 39.5 in D 18.25 in
19th Century Chinoiserie Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
originally intended as a sewing table, but it is a versatile size and can be used as a small console, desk
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19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Sewing Desk

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Metal

Antique 19th Century Chinoiserie Table
19th Century Chinoiserie Table
H 28.5 in W 24 in D 16 in
Unusual William IV Work and Writing Table
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn582 Excellent and very unusual William IV sewing table in rosewood, having three dummy drawers to
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1830s English William IV Antique Sewing Desk

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Rosewood

Antique Unusual William IV Work and Writing Table
Unusual William IV Work and Writing Table
H 29.14 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in
French 19th Century Lady's Work Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
design. Details allude to this piece serving as a correspondence and sewing table. Unlocking what seems
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19th Century French Empire Antique Sewing Desk

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Metal

Antique French 19th Century Lady's Work Table
French 19th Century Lady's Work Table
H 28.13 in W 20.25 in D 13.88 in
Antique Ladies Work Table, English, Walnut, Writing, Waring & Gillow, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
sewing table by Waring & Gillow, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Delightfully
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Late 19th Century British Antique Sewing Desk

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Walnut

Swedish Karl Johan Biedermeier Lyre Motif Birch Table, 1825
By Karl Johan
Located in San Francisco, CA
no longer extant.) Originally designed as a sewing table, interior features two spool racks, each
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1820s Swedish Biedermeier Antique Sewing Desk

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Wood, Birch

George Eliot's Writing Table
Located in Dorking, GB
chairs. The design possibly developed from the early sewing tables, which were used for embroidery and
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1860s English Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Walnut

Early and Fine Musical Automaton Necessaire with Reverse Painted Glass
Located in London, GB
sewing set. On the underside of the lid, is a stunning reverse painted glass. This technique is very
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1830s French Antique Sewing Desk

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Glass, Rosewood

Antique Singer Sewing Machine Cast Iron Victorian Base Maple Console Desk Top
By Singer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique singer sewing machine cast iron Victorian base maple console table desk top. Item features
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Early 20th Century North American Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Iron

William Herrick Cast Iron Sewing Machine Base Desk Console Table Live Edge Top
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian cast iron sewing machine base desk console table with "Bow-tie" live edge wood
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Early 20th Century North American Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Iron

Victorian Walnut Sewing Table
Located in Bradenton, FL
A very nice earl Victorian Burl walnut sewing stand and work table in very good condition. This
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Mid-19th Century American Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Walnut

Antique Victorian Walnut Sewing Table
Victorian Walnut Sewing Table
H 30 in W 23 in D 16 in
Antique English Edwardian Marquetry Inlaid Sewing Table
Located in Forney, TX
A fine quality Edwardian period sewing work table, exquisitely handcrafted in England at the turn
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Sewing Desk

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Birdseye Maple, Satinwood, Rosewood, Mahogany, Ebony

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Casket Sewing Box
Located in London, GB
This is a superb quality antique Victorian burr walnut casket, sewing box, with elaborate
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1860s English Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Brass, Ormolu

Antique Martha Washington Mahogany Spool Sewing Cabinet Chest Side Table Stand
Located in Dayton, OH
"An eye catching turn of the 20th century Martha Washington sewing table. Made from mahogany with
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Early 20th Century Federal Antique Sewing Desk

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Mahogany

Antique Japanese Taisho Era c1920's Mulberry Wood Haribako Sewing Tansu 11.5"
Located in Portland, OR
& Antiques. This is a Taisho era (c1920's) Haribako (sewing box) with an arrangement of four exterior
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Sewing Desk

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Copper

19th C. French Charles X Restoration Period Sewing Stand Work Table
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce period Charles X (1818-1834) French Restoration mahogany travailleuse sewing (thread
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Early 19th Century French Charles X Antique Sewing Desk

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Bronze, Ormolu

Early 19th Century Mahogany Sidetable, Ladies Desk, France, circa 1810
Located in Greven, DE
sewing work, support the high frame, which is divided into two zones by a surrounding profile of gilded
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Sewing Desk

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Mahogany

18th Century, Heavily Carved Bone Inset & Iron Mounted Spanish Vargueno
Located in Atlanta, GA
Spanish, 18th century or earlier. An 18th century Spanish bargueno or vargueno traveling desk
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18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Sewing Desk

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Iron

Inlaid Octagonal hardwood Box with Fitted Interior and Key, English Early 19th C
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a beautifully hand made oak Sewing Box, of octagonal form with inlaid sunburst top, fully
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Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Hardwood

19th Century English Victorian Brass Black Lacquer Papier-mache Dressing Box
Located in Forney, TX
valet, ladies vanity chest, desk organizer, jewelry casket, caddy, sewing work case, decorative table
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Brass

19th Century Blue & Gold Porcelain-Mounted Rosewood Table Cabinet
Located in London, GB
plaque and a mother-of-pearl inlaid border, the lid revealing a fitted interior with sewing implements
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19th Century English Antique Sewing Desk

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Porcelain, Rosewood

Side or Entry Table Biedermeier Fruitwood Blonde & Black Wood Night Stand LA CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
work of art 19th Century sewing table . The top opens up with an original lock and key , with a single
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Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Sewing Desk

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Fruitwood, Paint

French Nécessaire de Voyage
Located in New Orleans, LA
portable leather writing desk with its original two crystal inkwells – the perfect place to store one’s
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Sewing Desk

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Crystal, Silver

French Nécessaire de Voyage
French Nécessaire de Voyage
H 6.5 in W 17 in D 11.75 in
Regency Period Rosewood Grained Work Table
Located in Hudson, NY
This simple classical piece of furniture was used as a ladies sewing table and to house, in the
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19th Century British Regency Antique Sewing Desk

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Fabric, Pine

Regency Period Rosewood Grained Work Table
Regency Period Rosewood Grained Work Table
H 28.75 in W 21 in D 15.75 in
Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Glass Table by Maison Alphonse Giroux, Paris
By Maison Giroux
Located in Dublin, IE
and writing: writing desks, inkwells and also toys. Indeed, on June 6, 1818, he filed the patent for
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Sewing Desk

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Ormolu

Rare 19th Century Leblanc Freres Grand Tour Bronze Statue of the Arc De Triomph
By Leblanc Frères 1
Located in GB
, most are small desk ornaments, this comfortably fills a side table on its own As you can see it has
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Mid-19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Sewing Desk

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Bronze

Important Beau Brummell Regency Period Flame Mahogany Gentleman's Dressing Table
Located in Forney, TX
- work table - writing desk) Refined elegant sophistication at its finest, born in late 18th / early
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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Sewing Desk

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Brass

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21st Century and Contemporary German Antique Sewing Desk

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Plywood

JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Antique Sewing Desk

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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel

Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstaette Fabric Department Pendant, Re-Edition
By Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
A simple but sensational fixture, designed by Josef Hoffmann, for the fabric department of the Wiener Werkstaette on Kaerntnerstrasse in Vienna. Style and color of the fabric custom-...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Sewing Desk

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Silk

Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Sewing Desk

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Metal

Original Italian Desk in Walnut and Fir, with Three Drawers, Turned Leg
Located in Buggiano, IT
Original 1900 Italian desk in walnut and fir, with three drawers, turned leg. It originally belonged to a family doctor's office. They will be delivered in a specific wooden case for...
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Early 1900s Italian Rustic Antique Sewing Desk

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Walnut, Fir

Paavo Tynell Model 5321 Brass and Rattan Table Lamp
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell model 5321 brass and rattan table lamp. Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1938, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in brass and rattan. The 5321 table lamp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Antique Sewing Desk

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Brass, Metal

President John F. & First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy’s English Victorian Tea Table
By Albert Hadley, Sister Parish
Located in St. Louis, MO
President John F. & First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy’s English Victorian tea table Quite possibly the most important tea table in American History The famed, English Victorian tea ta...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Lacquer

Antique French Garden Potting Table or Craft Table from Toulouse Found in a Barn
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Country French Industrial style table that probably was used outdoors for an extended period of its life. Our work table was discovered in the Toulouse area of France and was...
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1910s French Country Antique Sewing Desk

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Metal

Bespoke Round Italian Travertine Dining Table
Located in London, London
Travertine dining table Made to order in Italy Round top Dimensions can be adjusted Honed or polished finish Rounded or straight edges Travertine pedestal Photos show recently...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Sewing Desk

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Travertine

Tan-Sad Chair Co. 1930s Industrial Metal Height Adjustable Sewing Stool
By Tan-Sad
Located in Markington, GB
1930s Industrial sewing stool.  Sewing stool made in the 1930s, came out of the Windsor of Woollies knitwear mill, they made clothes for the European royal families. Seat heigh...
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Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Sewing Desk

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Steel, Metal

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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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Antique Sewing Desk

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Birch, Mahogany

19th Century Folding Sewing Table with Yardstick Top
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A unique and charming piece of sewing history, this antique wood folding sewing or tailor’s table from the 1800s is perfect for enthusiasts who appreciate the nostalgia and functiona...
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Mid-19th Century Federal Antique Sewing Desk

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Wood

Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sewing Rocking Chair
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts sewing rocker By Gustav Stickley (model #2627) USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak, with brown leather seat. Measures: 18.25"W x 24...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Sewing Desk

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Leather, Oak

Vintage Burl Walnut Ladies Writing Desk, Slant Front Desk, Scotland 1920, H838
Located in Vancouver, BC
Vintage burl walnut ladies writing desk, slant front desk, Scotland 1920, H838 Scotland 1920s Solid walnut and Veneers Original Finish Book match veneered rectangular top Sl...
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20th Century Scottish Antique Sewing Desk

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Walnut

Late 19th Century Sewing Table Napoleon III Wood Marquetry and Brass, France
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique Napoleon III sewing table, circa 1880 The marquetry is made of various woods. A brass feast surrounds the table top. The lift-up lid opens up to reveal an original mirror ...
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1880s French Napoleon III Antique Sewing Desk

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Brass

Danish Modern Floating Vanity by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Vinde Møbelfabrik
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Incredible Danish Modern floating vanity by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik. Features brass insiders which keep it suspended. Table by op opens up to reveal a spacious mirror...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Antique Sewing Desk

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Brass

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Antique 1920s Art Nouveau Sewing Table
Located in Freiburg, DE
Solid oak / oak veneer slight retouched veneer damage in the plate (see photos).
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1920s Antique Sewing Desk

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Oak

Antique 1920s Art Nouveau Sewing Table
Antique 1920s Art Nouveau Sewing Table
H 77.5 in W 65.5 in D 44.5 in
American Mahogany Empire Side Table/ Sewing Table, Attributed to Duncan Phyfe
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Hollywood, FL
The cuban mahogany top above 3 drawers with original pulls, surrounded by fine line inlaid banding. The base in dark walnut richly carved with four animal legs, terminating in animal...
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1820s Antique Sewing Desk

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Mahogany

19th Century Satinwood Dressing Table Sewing Table
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 19th Century English Satinwood dressing table/ sewing table. There is an oil stain in
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19th Century Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

19th Century Satinwood Dressing Table Sewing Table
19th Century Satinwood Dressing Table Sewing Table
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H 30.32 in W 47.25 in D 27.17 in L 30.32 in
Black Lacquer Lady's Desk in Two Parts
Located in Woodbury, CT
There are two parts to this desk or writing table. The top section includes the mirror, 4 small
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Salem Sheraton Carved Mahogany Two Drawer Work Table
Located in Wells, ME
table itself. For years we’ve thought that a plain bag detracts from the lines of a good sewing table
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19th Century American Sheraton Antique Sewing Desk

Antique Turn of Century Ivory Sex Netsuke (Bonerific)
Located in Brunswick, ME
goods including sewing machines, call bells and match safes. In 1859, with the discovery of oil in
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Early 20th Century Antique Sewing Desk

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Brass

Bradley Hubbard B&H Gold/Gilded Bookends Federal Neoclassical Building w/Columns
Located in Brunswick, ME
goods including sewing machines, call bells and match safes. In 1859, with the discovery of oil in
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Early 20th Century American Antique Sewing Desk

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Iron

Travailleuse Louis Philippe Table French 19th Century Writing Sewing
Located in France, FR
Travailleuse Louis Philippe table desk, French, 19th century writing sewing flame mahogany Louis
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Sewing Desk

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Mahogany

Renaissance Walnut Dressing Table Labeled George Hess, Patented, 1876, New York
By George Hess
Located in Providence, RI
find them also with a first surface. This worktable/sewing cabinet is a tour de force with a mirror
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1870s Renaissance Revival Antique Sewing Desk

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Walnut

Vargueno de Salamanca
Located in Heeze, Noord Brabant
This late 16th-17th century Spanish Walnut Vargueno or Bargueno desk is a form of portable desk
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Early 17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Sewing Desk

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Walnut

Vargueno de Salamanca
Vargueno de Salamanca
H 57.88 in W 41.74 in D 16.93 in
English Sewing Stand
Located in North Miami, FL
An early english sewing stand of superb quality and design. Beautiful piece of antique furniture
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19th Century English Antique Sewing Desk

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Brass

English Sewing Stand
English Sewing Stand
H 33 in W 30 in D 20 in
Charles X Marquetry Sewing Stand
Located in New Orleans, LA
This fine Charles X rosewood sewing stand rests upon beautifully curved legs and is adorned with
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19th Century French Charles X Antique Sewing Desk

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Satinwood

Charles X Marquetry Sewing Stand
Charles X Marquetry Sewing Stand
H 29 in W 20.25 in D 14 in
American Victorian Wood and Paper Mache Sewing Box on Pedestal Base
Located in Middleburg, VA
American Victorian Wood and Paper Mache sewing box on pedestal base Paper Mache depicts bird and
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Mid-19th Century American Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Wood, Paper

Antique Sheraton Flame Mahogany & Tiger Maple Sewing Stand c1840
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Sheraton sewing stand offers flame mahogany and tiger maple construction with upper lift
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Sewing Desk

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Mahogany, Maple

Antique Napoleon III Boulle and Tortoise Shell Ebonized Sewing Stand, circa 1870
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Napoleon III Boulle & Tortoise shell sewing stand offers ebonized case with top having
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Sewing Desk

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Bronze

Antique Irish Killarney Lakes Killarneyware Arbutus Wood Desk Book Slide Holder
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An Extremely Rare Irish Inlaid Killarneyware Arbutus Wood Desk Book Holder, mid to late Nineteenth
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Early 19th Century Irish Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Mahogany

Victorian School Desk or Sewing Table
Located in Redding, CT
Victorian school desk or sewing table. Classic embellished iron sides make up this beauty. With a
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1880s Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Iron

Victorian School Desk or Sewing Table
Victorian School Desk or Sewing Table
H 24 in W 26.5 in D 18 in
Biedermeier Writing Table, Sweden, 1815
Located in New York, NY
A light and lovely desk, originally designed for writing tasks in a 19th century family room. Such
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1810s European Biedermeier Antique Sewing Desk

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Birch

Biedermeier Writing Table, Sweden, 1815
Biedermeier Writing Table, Sweden, 1815
H 37 in W 44.75 in D 20 in
Silver Gilt and Mother of Pearl Inkwell
Located in New Orleans, LA
pearl, these boxes contained a variety of tools, from sewing and toiletry necessities to writing and
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Early 20th Century English Other Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Silver

Biedermeier Writing Table with Secret Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A light and lovely desk, originally designed for writing tasks in a 19th century family room. Such
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19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Birch

Naumann Cast Iron Victorian Sewing Machine Base with Wood Top Console Small Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Naumann cast iron Victorian sewing machine base with wood top console small desk. Item
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Early 20th Century North American Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Iron

George III Mahogany Inlaid Writing and Sewing Cabinet
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fine quality George III mahogany combination work box and lap desk, the elaborately inlaid top
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18th Century and Earlier British George III Antique Sewing Desk

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Boxwood, Mahogany, Satinwood, Ebony

19th Century Walnut Sewing Table or Card Table
Located in Opole, PL
We present you this sewing table that can be used in two ways: as a desk and as a card table. That
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19th Century European Antique Sewing Desk

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Mahogany, Walnut

19th Century Walnut Sewing Table or Card Table
19th Century Walnut Sewing Table or Card Table
H 30.12 in W 26.78 in D 16.93 in
Task Lamp By Singer
By Singer Sewing Machine Co.
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An elegant table or desk lamp with a slender steel stem rising from a weighted base with a fully
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Steel

Task Lamp By Singer
Task Lamp By Singer
H 12 in W 7 in D 20.5 in
19th Century Chinese Black, Golded Lacquered Sewing Box and Writing Table
Located in Valladolid, ES
One of a kind 19 th century Chinese black lacquered and golded with chinoiseries sewing box and
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1860s French Chinoiserie Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Gold

Antique Clark Spool Cabinet, Apothecary Cabinet, Table Top Desk, Store Display
By Clark & Biddle
Located in Buffalo, NY
as well as its original hand pulls, this was used in an old general store to hold sewing notions
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1910s American Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Metal

Antique English Dome Top Burl Wood Box with Ornate Brass Hardware and Decor
Located in Atlanta, GA
. This lidded box is the perfect complement to any desk, bookshelf or coffee table. The box has a blue
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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Brass

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Folding Work Table by Larkin, circa 1910
By Larkin & Co.
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts work or sewing table by Larkin offers oak construction with case having
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Sewing Desk

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Oak

Small 19th Century Pine Tabletop Deed Box
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
sound and attractive piece, it has been cleaned and polished and has no end of uses from a sewing box to
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

Antique India Pierced Silver Overlay Spice Box with Six Compartments
Located in Topeka, KS
your desk……holding safety pins, straight pins, and needles on your sewing table…….or just setting
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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Sewing Desk

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Wood

Gilt Bronze Jewelry Chest by Tahan of Paris, circa 1900
By Tahan Paris
Located in New York, NY
furniture items such as “bonheur-du-jour”, desks, and sewing tables. As early as 1845, he also began to
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Enamel and Ormolu-Mounted Jewelry Casket
By Tahan Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
-jour”, desks, sewing tables. As early as 1845, he also began to advertise in the newspapers, a practice
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1880s French Napoleon III Antique Sewing Desk

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Enamel, Ormolu

38 Star American Flag Made by U.S. Bunting Company, EX-Whitney Smith Collection
Located in York County, PA
too large—this scale is often considered ideal for display over a mantle, behind a desk, over a bed or
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Late 19th Century American Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Wool

38 Stars American Flag Made by U.S Bunting Company, Lowell, Massachusetts
Located in York County, PA
considered ideal for display over a mantel (fireplace), behind a desk, over a bed or a hearth. Colorado
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Late 19th Century American Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Wool

Antique J&P Coats Oak Wood 4 Drawer Sewing Spool Cabinet Desk W/ Cast Iron Base
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique J&P Coats Oak Wood 4 Drawer Sewing Spool Cabinet Desk w/ Cast Iron Base. Item features
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19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Iron

Vintage Singer Sewing Machinists Chair, English, circa 1930
By Singer
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
A fabulous work or desk chair made by the Singer Sewing Machine Company Brilliant design
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Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Steel, Iron

18th c. Spanish Bargueno or Vargueno Fall Front Desk or Storage Box
Located in Houston, TX
18th c. bargueno traveling desk, used for storing documents, jewels, or sewing box. It's walnut
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18th Century Spanish Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Walnut

Antique Biedermeier Flame Mahogany Work Box, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
fitted lids for your sewing items, a lift up pin cushion and a pair of unusual yarn winders. Beneath
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1820s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Sewing Desk

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Silk, Mahogany

19thc American Oak Mercantile Country Store Desktop Clark's Spool Cabinet
Located in Savannah, GA
This late Victorian era oak spool cabinet was made to be a desk to fit on the counter of a country
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1890s American Late Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Brass

Small Antique Sewing Table, English, Bureau, Correspondence Desk, Georgian, 1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique sewing table. An English, mahogany bureau or correspondence desk, dating to
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Late 18th Century British Antique Sewing Desk

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Wood

Antique French 18ct Gold Thimble, 19th Century
Located in NEWARK, GB
could be personalised if desired. This charming piece would make a lovely gift for the sewing
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19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Sewing Desk

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Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Vintage Industrial Original Singer Sewing Table Desk Task Lamp Light
By Singer
Located in Sale, GB
- A vintage anglepoise task lamp by the Singer Sewing Corporation, circa 1920. - The lamp is
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Early 20th Century British Industrial Antique Sewing Desk

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Steel, Iron

Vintage Early 20th Century Engineers Industrial Singer Sewing Machine SLF Lamp
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
Engineers Industrial Sewing Machine Light This industrial Singer sewing machine light from the
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Early 20th Century Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Metal

19th Century Sewing Table Louis Philippe Exotic Wood Escritoire and Work Table
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique Louis Philippe sewing table, circa 1850-1860 A good quality centre work and writing table
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Antique Original White Painted Farm Kitchen Table, Sweden
Located in Round Top, TX
table has versatility and may also serve as a desk or craft/sewing table as well. This table is part of
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Wood

Antique French Louis Philippe Period Flame Mahogany Small Games Table
Located in Forney, TX
mahogany), circa 1830, finished in classic Empire taste, sewing stand - work table size, having a brass
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1830s French Louis Philippe Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Lady's Work Table Mahogany Victorian 19th Century Sewing Desk
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
drawer to left side and pull out sewing box to other, beading to sides and front, standing on four turned
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19th Century Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Mahogany

1 Yard Sewing Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wood folding sewing table. Turned legs with wood castors and a charming yardstick stenciled on
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Early 20th Century American Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Brass

1 Yard Sewing Table
1 Yard Sewing Table
H 27 in W 36 in D 20 in
Victorian Burl Walnut Sewing/Writing Table
Located in Pawleys Island, SC
Victorian burl walnut sewing/writing table with Inlay. The top opens to reveal an adjustable tooled
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Sewing Desk

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Walnut, Burl, Leather, Velvet, Satinwood

Victorian Burl Walnut Sewing/Writing Table
Victorian Burl Walnut Sewing/Writing Table
H 28.75 in W 25 in D 16.5 in
Chinese Export Lacquer Writing Desk
Located in Lake Forest, IL
Chinoiserie-decorated Chinese Export lacquer writing / sewing table with two covered sewing bins
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19th Century Chinese Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Wood

Chinese Export Lacquer Writing Desk
Chinese Export Lacquer Writing Desk
H 30 in W 28.5 in D 17.5 in
Singer Desk with Reclaimed Plank Top
By Industrial Design
Located in Chester, Flintshire
deep reclaimed timber plank top, this vintage cast iron Singer sewing machine base has been
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1920s English Industrial Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Iron

Singer Desk with Reclaimed Plank Top
Singer Desk with Reclaimed Plank Top
H 29.73 in W 35.24 in D 22.64 in
English Papier Maché Lady’s Writing Desk
Located in Wells, ME
". The desk has a fitted interior with cobalt velvet and paper lining, lower drawers
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19th Century English Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Brass Bound David Edwards Writing Box with Secret Compartment
By David Edwards
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
travelling case. He also made tea chests, jewelry boxes, sewing boxes and canteen cases of the highest
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19th Century British George IV Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Brass

Chinese Chinoiserie Cabinet Early 1800s
Located in Houston, TX
Antique Chinese black and gilt chinoiserie decorated cabinet on stand with removable fitted sewing
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Early 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Lacquer

Chinese Chinoiserie Cabinet Early 1800s
Chinese Chinoiserie Cabinet Early 1800s
H 65 in W 24.5 in D 24.5 in
English Burl Walnut Work, Side, End, Tea Table, 19th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sewing table or work table is a table or desk used for sewing. Generally it has large amounts of
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19th Century English Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Burl, Walnut

French Industrial Console Table with Iron Base and Oak Top, Early 1900s
Located in Austin, TX
An ornate antique industrial console table made of an iron sewing treadle base and oak top, France
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Wrought Iron

Important Spanish/Flemish "Bargueño" Cabinet, 17th Century
Located in Madrid , ES
and supplies. The bargueño has also been used for sewing or as a jewel chest. The bargueño desk
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17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Wood

Gillows of London and Lancaster a Matched Pair of Rosewood Worktables
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Northwich, GB
a writing slope that slides forward to facilitate its use as a desk, also fitted with a pen draw
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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Rosewood

Classical Mahogany Work Table with Carved Lyre Supports, Boston, circa 1820
Located in Providence, RI
above three drawers, the top which has a writing desk, the middle drawer has small dividers and the
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19th Century American Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Gillows of London Lancaster, Early 19th Century Rosewood Worktable
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Northwich, GB
to facilitate its use as a desk, also fitted with two pen draws, also with two draws and a removable
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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Sewing Desk

Materials

Rosewood

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Antique Sewing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique sewing desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each antique sewing desk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and iron. There are many kinds of the antique sewing desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique sewing desk, those designed in Victorian and Industrial styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique sewing desk over the years, but those crafted by Singer are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Sewing Desk?

The average selling price for an antique sewing desk at 1stDibs is $1,160, while they’re typically $450 on the low end and $6,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Sewing Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What antique desks are called depends on their design. A desk with chair cutouts on both sides is a partner desk, while one with a pull-down writing surface is a secretary. On a Davenport desk, the desktop lifts to reveal a storage area. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique Davenport desk is a small writing desk, usually with four drawers on one side. The desk would have elaborately decorated supports and a recessed space for adequate legroom. Shop a collection of Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Davenport desk is a type of small desk with a distinct inclined desktop. The desktop covers a large storage compartment meant for keeping paper and other writing materials. Popular in the 19th century, Davenport desks are still sought after today. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    An antique secretary desk will range in value depending on its authenticity and condition. The price can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. On 1stDibs find the antique secretary desk you’re looking for today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.