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Burmese Writing Desk

A Burmese Teak Wood Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
This Burmese Teak Wood Table offers durability and timeless beauty with its vintage craftsmanship
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

A Burmese Teak Wood Desk
A Burmese Teak Wood Desk
H 30 in W 60 in D 34.5 in
Teak and Steel Executive Desk by Pierre Paulin, France, C. 1975
By Pierre Paulin
Located in New York City, NY
Teak and steel executive desk by Pierre Paulin, France, c. 1975. Sleek executive desk (model no
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Mid 19th century burr campaign lap writing desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 19th century burr campaign lap desk circa 1860. Good quality burr writing box. Beautifully
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Nils Jonsson Teak Vanity Dresser for Torring Møbelfabrik by HJN Mobler, c. 1960s
By HJN Møbler, Torring Mobelfabrik, Nils Jonsson
Located in Deland, FL
aesthetically pleasing. Cleverly designed to function as both a dresser, vanity and writing desk this unique
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Burmese Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal burmese writing desk for your home. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and teak, every burmese writing desk was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a burmese writing desk, we have 2 options in-stock, while there are 9 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer burmese writing desk, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A burmese writing desk is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one burmese writing desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but The Table Company, Pierre Paulin and Pieter Compernol & Stephanie Grusenmeyer produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Burmese Writing Desk?

A burmese writing desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,400, while the lowest priced sells for $1,800 and the highest can go for as much as $18,500.
Questions About Burmese Writing Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A writing desk with drawers is also called a secretary. It is a desk with drawers, one of which can be pushed out and the front of the desk lowered to create a flat writing surface. These writing desks have been made in a variety of styles over the years. Shop for a variety of writing tables with drawers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A small writing table is also called a davenport table or davenport desk. They normally feature a sloped or inclined top attached with hinges to the back of the table. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage davenport desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    What an old-fashioned writing desk is called varies by design. Pieces with drop-down fronts are secretary desks (these are typically made of two parts: a chest of drawers on the bottom and a hutch or cupboard with shelves on the top), while ones that rest on two pillars, cabinets or bookcases are pedestal desks. A desk with a small writing surface positioned in front of drawers and cubbies is a bureau à gradin. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.