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Fratelli Proserpio Writing Table Teak Desk by, Italy, Mid-Century
By Fratelli Prosperio
Located in Vienna, AT
Teak rollup secretary desk by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy 1960's. Modernist compact writing desk
Category

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

Materials

Teak, Hardwood

Fratelli Proserpio Writing Table Teak Desk by, Italy, Mid-Century
Fratelli Proserpio Writing Table Teak Desk by, Italy, Mid-Century

Fratelli Proserpio Writing Table Teak Desk by, Italy, Mid-Century

H 35.43 in W 34.64 in D 21.65 in
Fratelli Proserpio compact rollup writing desk teak Italy 1960
By F.P. Fratelli Proserpio 1
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful and compact rollup writing desk designed and manufactured by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Fratelli Proserpio compact rollup writing desk teak Italy 1960
Fratelli Proserpio compact rollup writing desk teak Italy 1960

Fratelli Proserpio compact rollup writing desk teak Italy 1960

H 35.44 in W 35.44 in D 22.05 in
Thick Glass Top Glass Base Writing Table Compact Desk
By Pace Collection
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Slick Mid-Century Modern all thick 3/4" glass design writing table or small desk.
Category

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

Materials

Glass

Thick Glass Top Glass Base Writing Table Compact Desk
Thick Glass Top Glass Base Writing Table Compact Desk

Thick Glass Top Glass Base Writing Table Compact Desk

H 30 in W 54 in D 25 in
Mastercraft Compact Brass Cylinder Roll Top Desk Writing Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Rockaway, NJ
two drawers desk writing table by Mastercaft.
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Mastercraft Compact Brass Cylinder Roll Top Desk Writing Table
Mastercraft Compact Brass Cylinder Roll Top Desk Writing Table

Mastercraft Compact Brass Cylinder Roll Top Desk Writing Table

H 38 in W 34 in D 23 in
Danish Modern Finn Juhl NV40 Writing Desk
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Minneapolis, MN
master cabinet maker Niels Vodder.A small compact writing desk in teak with very figural grain. Large
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Finn Juhl NV40 Writing Desk
Danish Modern Finn Juhl NV40 Writing Desk

Danish Modern Finn Juhl NV40 Writing Desk

H 29.5 in W 26 in D 25.5 in
Low Profile Kidney Shape Burl Wood Compact Desk Writing Table Vanity MINT Italy
By Baker Furniture Company, Drexel, Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Banded Inlayed Top Carved Legs Low Profile Kidney Shape Burl Wood Compact Desk Writing Table Vanity
Category

20th Century Italian Federal Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Burl, Walnut

Low Profile Kidney Shape Burl Wood Compact Desk Writing Table Vanity MINT Italy
Low Profile Kidney Shape Burl Wood Compact Desk Writing Table Vanity MINT Italy

Low Profile Kidney Shape Burl Wood Compact Desk Writing Table Vanity MINT Italy

H 30 in W 37 in D 18 in
Three Drawer Cane & Reed Faux Bamboo Compact Desk Writing Table w/ Glass Top
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Decorative cane & reed three drawer compact entry hall desk writing table or console with glass top.
Category

20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cane, Glass

Three Drawer Cane & Reed Faux Bamboo Compact Desk Writing Table w/ Glass Top
Three Drawer Cane & Reed Faux Bamboo Compact Desk Writing Table w/ Glass Top

Three Drawer Cane & Reed Faux Bamboo Compact Desk Writing Table w/ Glass Top

H 30 in W 42 in D 20 in
Child Rosewood Writing Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage writing desk on rolling wheels, in an incredible rich rosewood color. This compact desk is
Category

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

Materials

Rosewood

Child Rosewood Writing Desk
Child Rosewood Writing Desk

Child Rosewood Writing Desk

H 24 in W 47 in D 18 in
Rationalist Compact Plywood Desk with Drawer, Italy 1940s
By Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig
Located in Milan, IT
Italian 1940s desk featuring plywood legs and one drawer. Shape and proportions resemble the work
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Rationalist Compact Plywood Desk with Drawer, Italy 1940s
Rationalist Compact Plywood Desk with Drawer, Italy 1940s

Rationalist Compact Plywood Desk with Drawer, Italy 1940s

H 29.14 in W 33.08 in D 21.66 in
20th Century Classical English Writing Desk
Located in Berlin, DE
adjustable in the room. Desk consists of three parts (2 containers + worktop). The desk is an absolute
Category

20th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

20th Century Classical English Writing Desk
20th Century Classical English Writing Desk

20th Century Classical English Writing Desk

H 30.71 in W 47.64 in D 23.63 in
Compact & Minimalist Home Desk Dex by Reinier de Jong
By Reinier de Jong
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Dex is an elegant and minimalist desk designed by Dutch designer Reinier de Jong. DEX is a compact
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Compact & Minimalist Home Desk Dex by Reinier de Jong
Compact & Minimalist Home Desk Dex by Reinier de Jong

Compact & Minimalist Home Desk Dex by Reinier de Jong

H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Vintage '80s Maple Writing Desk by Thomasville
By Thomasville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fantastic blonde writing desk from the master craftsmen of North Carolina's Thomasville Furniture
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage '80s Maple Writing Desk by Thomasville
Vintage '80s Maple Writing Desk by Thomasville

Vintage '80s Maple Writing Desk by Thomasville

H 29 in W 48 in D 22 in
Compact Plywood Desk in the Style of Gerrit Rietveld, Italy, 1970s
By Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Milan, IT
Compact plywood desk in the style of Gerrit Riettveld. Geometric composition of plywood slabs with
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Formica, Plywood

Compact Plywood Desk in the Style of Gerrit Rietveld, Italy, 1970s
Compact Plywood Desk in the Style of Gerrit Rietveld, Italy, 1970s

Compact Plywood Desk in the Style of Gerrit Rietveld, Italy, 1970s

H 31.5 in W 47.25 in D 26.78 in
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

English Antique Mahogany 19th Century Side Table Writing Desk
English Antique Mahogany 19th Century Side Table Writing Desk

English Antique Mahogany 19th Century Side Table Writing Desk

H 28.35 in W 31.11 in D 18.9 in
Freestanding Console - Desk, Reception Writing Table in Bright Yellow
By Spinzi
Located in Milano, IT
Contemporary console with integrated writing desk and matching stool, from the Silös collection by
Category

2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Freestanding Console - Desk, Reception Writing Table in Bright Yellow
Freestanding Console - Desk, Reception Writing Table in Bright Yellow

Freestanding Console - Desk, Reception Writing Table in Bright Yellow

H 39.38 in W 70.87 in D 11.82 in
Antique Quality Mahogany Desk Writing Side Occasional Table C1900
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique quality mahogany desk writing side occasional table C1900. Neat compact dimensions
Category

Antique Early 1900s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Quality Mahogany Desk Writing Side Occasional Table C1900
Antique Quality Mahogany Desk Writing Side Occasional Table C1900

Antique Quality Mahogany Desk Writing Side Occasional Table C1900

H 28.35 in W 31.11 in D 17.72 in
Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Experience the elegance and ingenuity of Swiss design with this stunning foldable writing desk
Category

Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950
Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950

Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950

H 45.28 in W 33.47 in D 22.45 in
Light Amber Bamboo Glass Top One Drawer Low Profile Compact Desk w/ Chair MINT
By McGuire, Paul Frankl, Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Light Amber Bamboo Glass Top One Drawer Low Profile Compact Desk w/ Chair MINT chair dimensions
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rattan, Glass

Light Amber Bamboo Glass Top One Drawer Low Profile Compact Desk w/ Chair MINT
Light Amber Bamboo Glass Top One Drawer Low Profile Compact Desk w/ Chair MINT

Light Amber Bamboo Glass Top One Drawer Low Profile Compact Desk w/ Chair MINT

H 31 in W 40 in D 20 in
Victorian Davenport Desk Walnut 1890
Located in Potters Bar, GB
, popularized in the 19th century, is a compact writing desk characterized by a sloping desktop that opens to
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Desks

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Davenport Desk Walnut 1890
Victorian Davenport Desk Walnut 1890

Victorian Davenport Desk Walnut 1890

H 34 in W 22 in D 22 in
‘Klab D’ Contemporary Ebony High-Gloss Writing Desk with Leather Top
By Danu Chirinciuc
Located in San Pietro di Morubio, Verona
returns contemporary Italian craft to the office desk or compact table for urban living.  
Category

2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

‘Klab D’ Contemporary Ebony High-Gloss Writing Desk with Leather Top
‘Klab D’ Contemporary Ebony High-Gloss Writing Desk with Leather Top

‘Klab D’ Contemporary Ebony High-Gloss Writing Desk with Leather Top

H 30.32 in W 61.46 in D 30.44 in
Large original 20th Century Classical English Writing Desk, circa 1910-1920
Located in Berlin, DE
Solid wood and mahogany stained body. Leather-covered worktop. Freely adjustable in the room. Desk
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Large original 20th Century Classical English Writing Desk, circa 1910-1920
Large original 20th Century Classical English Writing Desk, circa 1910-1920

Large original 20th Century Classical English Writing Desk, circa 1910-1920

H 29.53 in W 72.05 in D 36.23 in
Secretary desk Bramin , Danemark 1950’s
By H.W. Klein
Located in PÉZENAS, FR
This beautiful high quality finished Danish compact writing desk cabinet is designed by H.W
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Secretaires

Materials

Teak

Secretary desk Bramin , Danemark 1950’s
Secretary desk Bramin , Danemark 1950’s

Secretary desk Bramin , Danemark 1950’s

H 40.95 in W 39.38 in D 17.72 in
Antique Georgian Style Writing Bureau
Located in London, GB
A smart and useful antique Georgian style writing bureau. This was made in England, it dates from
Category

Vintage 1950s British Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Georgian Style Writing Bureau
Antique Georgian Style Writing Bureau

Antique Georgian Style Writing Bureau

H 37.41 in W 22.05 in D 18.12 in
1950's Amazing "Magic Box' Organiser Bureau Compact Plywood Ateliers Genestar
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
This 'Magic Box' organising desk has been produced by various manufactures in Europe in the 1950's
Category

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

Materials

Oak, Plywood

1950's Amazing "Magic Box' Organiser Bureau Compact Plywood Ateliers Genestar
1950's Amazing "Magic Box' Organiser Bureau Compact Plywood Ateliers Genestar

1950's Amazing "Magic Box' Organiser Bureau Compact Plywood Ateliers Genestar

H 44.49 in W 32.68 in D 21.26 in
Roll Black Desk
By Garbarino Collections
Located in Milan, IT
Evoking old fashioned banker's desks, the compact design of this stunningly stylish and innovative
Category

2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Ebony, Leather, Oak

Roll Black Desk
Roll Black Desk

Roll Black Desk

H 35.83 in W 53.15 in D 29.53 in
1900s French Wooden Desk
Located in High Point, NC
Experience the rich history and craftsmanship of the early 1900s with this French wooden desk, an
Category

Early 20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

1900s French Wooden Desk
1900s French Wooden Desk

1900s French Wooden Desk

H 46 in W 42.9 in D 24.6 in
Butternut Study Desk with Birch Plywood Table Top, Cream Desk Customizable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
warm finish. This compact desk has been designed to be a minimal airy piece for a home study or office
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Butternut Study Desk with Birch Plywood Table Top, Cream Desk Customizable
Butternut Study Desk with Birch Plywood Table Top, Cream Desk Customizable

Butternut Study Desk with Birch Plywood Table Top, Cream Desk Customizable

H 28.35 in W 45.28 in D 20.48 in
Colonial Mahogany Handmade Writing Table Cum Console On Porcelain Castors
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Simplicity of form and elegance shines through this beautiful Victorian writing desk; hand-crafted
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Colonial Mahogany Handmade Writing Table Cum Console On Porcelain Castors
Colonial Mahogany Handmade Writing Table Cum Console On Porcelain Castors

Colonial Mahogany Handmade Writing Table Cum Console On Porcelain Castors

H 30.5 in W 42 in D 20 in
Four Drawer Butternut Study Desk with Linoleum Top, Cream Desk - Customizable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
linseed of which it is made. It also has a smooth and hard-wearing finish. This compact desk has been
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Four Drawer Butternut Study Desk with Linoleum Top, Cream Desk - Customizable
Four Drawer Butternut Study Desk with Linoleum Top, Cream Desk - Customizable

Four Drawer Butternut Study Desk with Linoleum Top, Cream Desk - Customizable

H 28.35 in W 45.28 in D 20.48 in
Danish Teak Rolltop Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With an interesting compact shape and plenty of storage, this Mid-Century Modern rolltop desk is
Category

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

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak Rolltop Desk
Danish Teak Rolltop Desk

Danish Teak Rolltop Desk

H 39 in W 35.5 in D 19 in
Small Antique Ladies Correspondence Table, English, Flame, Writing, William IV
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique ladies correspondence table. An English, flame mahogany writing table
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British William IV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Antique Ladies Correspondence Table, English, Flame, Writing, William IV
Small Antique Ladies Correspondence Table, English, Flame, Writing, William IV

Small Antique Ladies Correspondence Table, English, Flame, Writing, William IV

H 27.96 in W 18.31 in D 13.19 in
Small Vintage 1950s Italian Desk
Located in London, London
Compact sized desk Red formica top  Red and yellow drawers Geometric shape Italy 1950s.
Category

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

Materials

Formica, Wood

Small Vintage 1950s Italian Desk
Small Vintage 1950s Italian Desk

Small Vintage 1950s Italian Desk

H 31.11 in W 38.98 in D 20.87 in
Raymond Loewy desk df 2000
By Raymond Loewy, Doubinsky Freres
Located in Portland, OR
This Df-2000 desk Designed By Raymond Loewy For Doubinsky Freres is compact, vibrant and sturdy. It
Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Raymond Loewy desk df 2000
Raymond Loewy desk df 2000

Raymond Loewy desk df 2000

H 35 in W 41 in D 23 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Newly refinished vintage American desk with unique features that are sure to impress! Featuring
Category

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

Materials

Wood, Oak, Walnut

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk

H 30 in W 52 in D 24 in
Olivier Mourgue Textured Crystal Glass Desk
By Olivier Mourgue, Cassina
Located in Dronten, NL
Graceful compact desk designed by French designer Olivier Mourgue. Unique example executed with a
Category

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

Materials

Crystal, Steel, Chrome

Olivier Mourgue Textured Crystal Glass Desk
Olivier Mourgue Textured Crystal Glass Desk

Olivier Mourgue Textured Crystal Glass Desk

H 30.71 in W 59.85 in D 33.47 in
Bellagio Durmast Desk by Libero Rutilo
By Morelato
Located in Milan, IT
Brimming with luxe flair, this exceptional desk will be a mesmerizing addition to contemporary
Category

2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ash, Leather

Bellagio Durmast Desk by Libero Rutilo
Bellagio Durmast Desk by Libero Rutilo

Bellagio Durmast Desk by Libero Rutilo

H 34.65 in W 53.15 in D 25.99 in
1970' S Brass & Oak Italian Desk
Located in Nijlen, VAN
Brass & oak Italian desk Very nice and compact desk from the 70's. This desk was made by an
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

1970' S Brass & Oak Italian Desk
1970' S Brass & Oak Italian Desk

1970' S Brass & Oak Italian Desk

H 31.5 in W 43.31 in D 27.56 in
Art Deco Solid Teak Writing Table With Floating Shelf, Jotter & Side Storage
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Exceptionally conceived Art Deco compact teak desk with drawers, floating shelf, side storage panel
Category

Vintage 1930s British Indian Ocean Territory Art Deco Desks and Writing ...

Materials

Teak

Art Deco Solid Teak Writing Table With Floating Shelf, Jotter & Side Storage
Art Deco Solid Teak Writing Table With Floating Shelf, Jotter & Side Storage

Art Deco Solid Teak Writing Table With Floating Shelf, Jotter & Side Storage

H 29.5 in W 42 in D 20 in
Vintage Seven Drawer Desk by Beithcraft, 1960s
By Beithcraft
Located in Ely, GB
A Lovely Compact Vintage Desk with 7 Drawers by Renowned British Maker; Beithcraft. circa 1960s
Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Seven Drawer Desk by Beithcraft, 1960s
Vintage Seven Drawer Desk by Beithcraft, 1960s

Vintage Seven Drawer Desk by Beithcraft, 1960s

H 29.53 in W 42.52 in D 20.87 in
Desk table called “Gerard Philipe” by Jules Wabbes
By Mobilier Universel, Jules Wabbes
Located in Brussels, BE
Desk table called “Gerard Philipe” by Jules Wabbes. Solid laminated Padouk desk resting on 4 steel
Category

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

Materials

Padouk

Desk table called “Gerard Philipe” by Jules Wabbes
Desk table called “Gerard Philipe” by Jules Wabbes

Desk table called “Gerard Philipe” by Jules Wabbes

H 30.52 in W 59.85 in D 29.34 in
White Swedish Gustavian Wall Table and Desk
Located in Kramfors, SE
of compact living where one item has multiple uses. This table has a folding tabletop and works well
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

White Swedish Gustavian Wall Table and Desk
White Swedish Gustavian Wall Table and Desk

White Swedish Gustavian Wall Table and Desk

H 31.11 in W 46.46 in D 45.67 in
Antique Tambour Steel Fronted Typists Workstation Desk by Toledo
By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
Toledo Typist Desk A rare compact typist table/desk manufactured by Toledo, circa 1910. It has a
Category

20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Antique Tambour Steel Fronted Typists Workstation Desk by Toledo
Antique Tambour Steel Fronted Typists Workstation Desk by Toledo

Antique Tambour Steel Fronted Typists Workstation Desk by Toledo

H 39.38 in W 17.72 in D 25.99 in
Waterfall Style Vintage Desk with Unique Drawer Design
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Chinese waterfall desk with five drawers, opium mat top and rustic character. Emanating a
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Waterfall Style Vintage Desk with Unique Drawer Design
Waterfall Style Vintage Desk with Unique Drawer Design

Waterfall Style Vintage Desk with Unique Drawer Design

H 30 in W 49.25 in D 24 in
Butternut Study Desk with Natural Linoleum Table Top, Customizable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
which it is made. It also has a smooth and hard wearing finish. This compact desk has been designed to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Butternut Study Desk with Natural Linoleum Table Top, Customizable
Butternut Study Desk with Natural Linoleum Table Top, Customizable

Butternut Study Desk with Natural Linoleum Table Top, Customizable

H 28.35 in W 45.28 in D 20.48 in
Modernist Teak Rollup Secretary Desk by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy, 1960s
By F.P. Fratelli Proserpio 1
Located in Chicago, IL
Modernist Italian 1960s teak compact rollup secretary desk by Fratelli Proserpio. Writing surface
Category

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

Materials

Teak

Modernist Teak Rollup Secretary Desk by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy, 1960s
Modernist Teak Rollup Secretary Desk by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy, 1960s

Modernist Teak Rollup Secretary Desk by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy, 1960s

H 36 in W 36 in D 21 in
Customizable Marcel Breuer S 285 Tubular Steel Desk
By Marcel Breuer
Located in New York, NY
anticipated today’s home offices and mobile computers: The compact tubular steel desk S 285 that he designed
Category

2010s German Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Customizable Marcel Breuer S 285 Tubular Steel Desk
Customizable Marcel Breuer S 285 Tubular Steel Desk

Customizable Marcel Breuer S 285 Tubular Steel Desk

H 29.93 in W 64.57 in D 29.93 in
Customizable Marcel Breuer S 285 Tubular Steel Desk
By Marcel Breuer
Located in New York, NY
anticipated today’s home offices and mobile computers: The compact tubular steel desk S 285 that he designed
Category

2010s German Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Customizable Marcel Breuer S 285 Tubular Steel Desk
Customizable Marcel Breuer S 285 Tubular Steel Desk

Customizable Marcel Breuer S 285 Tubular Steel Desk

H 29.93 in W 47.64 in D 29.93 in
Modern Scandinavian Wooden Work Desk and Side Table
By Interior architects FYRA
Located in Halikko, Finland
FEM work desk with Interior Architects Fyra FEM is a compact piece of home office furniture
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writ...

Materials

Ash

Modern Scandinavian Wooden Work Desk and Side Table
Modern Scandinavian Wooden Work Desk and Side Table

Modern Scandinavian Wooden Work Desk and Side Table

H 41.34 in W 19.69 in D 35.44 in
Antique Victorian Watchmakers Desk Georgian Taste Hardwood & Brown Leather
Located in GB
writing table, it was sold to me as a watchmakers desk, hence the slotted drawer to the right, it is well
Category

Antique 1880s English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Antique Victorian Watchmakers Desk Georgian Taste Hardwood & Brown Leather
Antique Victorian Watchmakers Desk Georgian Taste Hardwood & Brown Leather

Antique Victorian Watchmakers Desk Georgian Taste Hardwood & Brown Leather

H 30.12 in W 36.23 in D 19.1 in
Aurora Sculptural Steel and Ash Wood Desk by Autonomous Furniture
By Kirk Van Ludwig, Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
Elevate your workspace with the stunning Aurora Desk from Autonomous Furniture. Crafted from the
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ash, Oak, Walnut

Aurora Sculptural Steel and Ash Wood Desk by Autonomous Furniture
Aurora Sculptural Steel and Ash Wood Desk by Autonomous Furniture

Aurora Sculptural Steel and Ash Wood Desk by Autonomous Furniture

H 31 in W 28 in D 70 in
Norr11 JFK Home Desk by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl
By Norr11
Located in New York, NY
design, the JFK Desk, inspired by the '60s, is ideal for design-oriented offices and home offices. The
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2010s Slovenian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ash

Norr11 JFK Home Desk by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl
Norr11 JFK Home Desk by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl

Norr11 JFK Home Desk by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl

H 76 in W 130 in D 65 in
Fem Work Desk, Natural Ash by Made by Choice
Located in Geneve, CH
: natural ash Also available: FEM work desk stained black. FEM is a compact piece of home office
Category

2010s Finnish Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ash

Fem Work Desk, Natural Ash by Made by Choice
Fem Work Desk, Natural Ash by Made by Choice

Fem Work Desk, Natural Ash by Made by Choice

H 41.34 in W 37.41 in D 21.66 in
Fem Work Desk, Stained Black by Made by Choice
Located in Geneve, CH
ash Also available: FEM work desk natural ash FEM is a compact piece of home office furniture
Category

2010s Finnish Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ash

Fem Work Desk, Stained Black by Made by Choice
Fem Work Desk, Stained Black by Made by Choice

Fem Work Desk, Stained Black by Made by Choice

H 41.34 in W 37.41 in D 21.66 in
Customizable Marcel Breuer S 285/5 Tubular Steel Desk
By Marcel Breuer
Located in New York, NY
computers: The compact tubular steel desk S 285 that he designed is an elegant companion for modern
Category

2010s German Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Customizable Marcel Breuer S 285/5 Tubular Steel Desk
Customizable Marcel Breuer S 285/5 Tubular Steel Desk

Customizable Marcel Breuer S 285/5 Tubular Steel Desk

H 29.93 in W 70.08 in D 29.93 in
Customizable Marcel Breuer S 285/1 Tubular Steel Desk
By Marcel Breuer
Located in New York, NY
computers: The compact tubular steel desk S 285 that he designed is an elegant companion for modern
Category

2010s German Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Customizable Marcel Breuer S 285/1 Tubular Steel Desk
Customizable Marcel Breuer S 285/1 Tubular Steel Desk

Customizable Marcel Breuer S 285/1 Tubular Steel Desk

H 29.93 in W 64.57 in D 29.93 in
Deep Green Study Desk with Natural Linoleum Table Top, Customizable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
which it is made. It also has a smooth and hard-wearing finish. This compact desk has been designed to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writ...

Materials

Steel

Deep Green Study Desk with Natural Linoleum Table Top, Customizable
Deep Green Study Desk with Natural Linoleum Table Top, Customizable

Deep Green Study Desk with Natural Linoleum Table Top, Customizable

H 28.35 in W 45.28 in D 20.48 in
Oak Wood MiMi Desk White by Miduny, Made in Italy
By Ale Preda, Miduny
Located in Brooklyn, NY
returns contemporary Italian craft to the office desk or compact dining table for urban living. NYCxDesign
Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch, Oak, Plywood

Oak Wood MiMi Desk White by Miduny, Made in Italy
Oak Wood MiMi Desk White by Miduny, Made in Italy

Oak Wood MiMi Desk White by Miduny, Made in Italy

H 29 in W 28 in D 56 in
Rosewood Rolltop Desk/Cabinet, Model 804, by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini
By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Argelato, BO
early 1960s. What appears to be a compact chest of ten drawers with chrome pulls transforms into a desk
Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

Rosewood Rolltop Desk/Cabinet, Model 804, by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini
Rosewood Rolltop Desk/Cabinet, Model 804, by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini

Rosewood Rolltop Desk/Cabinet, Model 804, by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini

H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 25.6 in
English Campaign Midcentury Desk with Faux Bamboo Base and Leather Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
enhances the desk's aesthetic appeal but also offers a smooth and refined surface for writing or placing a
Category

Mid-20th Century English Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Faux Bamboo

English Campaign Midcentury Desk with Faux Bamboo Base and Leather Top
English Campaign Midcentury Desk with Faux Bamboo Base and Leather Top

English Campaign Midcentury Desk with Faux Bamboo Base and Leather Top

H 30 in W 60 in D 30 in
Functionalist Birch Desk by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking desk by Alvar Aalto, made from birch in a compact functionalist design. Drawers to the
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch

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

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

H 28.35 in W 58.67 in D 28.35 in
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Compact Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal compact writing desk for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and oak, every compact writing desk was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a compact writing desk, we have 11 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the compact writing desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right compact writing desk, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. &New, Dunbar and Guillerme et Chambron each produced at least one beautiful compact writing desk that is worth considering.

How Much is a Compact Writing Desk?

A compact writing desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,193, while the lowest priced sells for $744 and the highest can go for as much as $7,500.
Questions About Compact Writing Desk
  • What is a writing desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

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

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