Contemporary Desk Antique
to
31
216
168
209
144
144
58
50
46
42
39
29
27
12
12
10
10
8
6
6
5
5
4
3
3
3
3
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
28
15
9
5
4
Sort By
Régence Style Marquetry Writing Desk
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A magnificent and very rare Régence style marquetry inlaid grand bureau plat or writing desk
Category
Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Ormolu
19th Century French Oak Writing Desk
Located in High Point, NC
This oak desk was made in France in the 19th Century. An original concept for a standing height
Category
19th Century French French Provincial Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century French Wood Patinated Desk
Located in High Point, NC
This early 20th-century French wood patinated desk exemplifies classic charm and functional design
Category
Early 20th Century French Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Wood
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Writing Desk
Located in Houston, US
Beautifully painted in a contemporary turquoise, this Swedish Gustavian style desk is handmade with
Category
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Brass
Bailey, Banks & Biddle 8 Day Minute Repeater Stone Desk Clock Contemporary Frame
By Bailey, Banks & Biddle
Located in Long Beach, CA
movement
This exceptional 8 Day Desk Clock is fitted with a minute repeating mechanism. It will chime the
Category
1910s Swiss Art Deco Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Agate
H 7 in W 9 in D 2 in
Desk Swedish Baroque Period 18th Century Veneer Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Desk Swedish Baroque Period 18th Century Veneer Sweden. A stunning desk made during the Baroque
Category
18th Century European Baroque Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Wood
18th Century, French Louis XV Wood Flap Writing Desk
Located in IT
18th Century, Franch Louis XV Wood Flap Writing Desk
Measures: cm H 94 x W 83,5 x D 46; D with the
Category
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Bronze
Important Rectangular Desk Table, Finely Inlaid in Various Woods
Located in Alba, IT
furniture can be used both as a table and as a desk. Suitable both in a modern contemporary home and in
Category
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Wood
Early 19th Century Regency Mahogany Carlton House Desk, circa 1820
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A large early 19th century Sheraton "Carlton House" form desk of substantial size in ribboned
Category
1820s English Regency Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Mahogany
French 19th Century Walnut Desk with Carved Apron and Lateral Drawer
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French walnut desk from the 19th century with carved apron and lateral drawer. This elegant
Category
19th Century French Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Wood
19th Century French Wooden Desk Organizer
Located in High Point, NC
everyday utility, this desk organizer blends seamlessly into both traditional and contemporary interiors.
Category
19th Century French Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Wood
Italian 18th Century Walnut Desk with Carved Reeded Apron, Drawers and Doors
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian walnut desk from the 18th century with three drawers, pull-out, two doors and curving
Category
18th Century Italian Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 33.5 in W 46.5 in D 23.25 in
Gustavian Style 1870s Swedish Gray Painted Desk, Fluted Drawers and Tapered Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style gray blue painted desk from circa 1870 with five fluted drawers and
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Wood
H 30.9 in W 44.3 in D 19.9 in
Very Fine Ormolu, Porcelain and Marquetry Writing Desk by Henry Dasson
By Henry Dasson
Located in London, GB
Very fine ormolu, porcelain and marquetry writing desk by Henry Dasson
French, 1890
Height 74cm
Category
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Ormolu
H 29.14 in W 31.5 in D 19.69 in
Swedish Gustavian Style 1850s Painted Desk with Single Drawer and Tapered Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style desk from circa 1850 with tan painted finish, single drawer, fluted
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Wood
H 29 in W 31.75 in D 24.2 in
Bailey, Banks & Biddle 8 Day Minute Repeater Stone Desk Clock Contemporary Frame
By Bailey, Banks & Biddle
Located in Long Beach, CA
movement
This exceptional 8 Day Desk Clock is fitted with a minute repeating mechanism. It will chime the
Category
1910s Swiss Art Deco Contemporary Desk Antique
English 19th Century Oak Desk with Ebonized Accents and Gilded Greek Key Frieze
Located in Atlanta, GA
settings.
In a contemporary home, this desk could serve as the centerpiece of a home office or a dedicated
Category
19th Century English Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Oak
H 30.5 in W 75.5 in D 42.5 in
Italian 1820s Walnut and Mahogany Desk with Five Drawers, Pull-out and Banding
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian walnut and mahogany desk from circa 1820 with dark brown leather pull-out drawer, five
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Leather, Mahogany, Walnut
H 34.25 in W 51.75 in D 25.5 in
Gustavian Style Light Gray Painted Desk with Carved Reeded Drawer, circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
desk or a decorative console, this Swedish Gustavian style table adds a touch of classic Scandinavian
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Wood
H 29.53 in W 39.37 in D 24.21 in
French Louis XV Period 1750s Walnut Desk with Leather Top and Cabriole Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV period walnut desk circa 1750 with leather top, single drawer, cabriole legs and
Category
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Walnut, Leather
H 28 in W 35.5 in D 25.5 in
French Louis XV Style 19th Century Burr Walnut and Leather Top Four-Drawer Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Southern French Louis XV style 19th century burr walnut four-drawer desk from Avignon with
Category
19th Century French Louis XV Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Leather, Walnut, Burl
H 32 in W 77.1 in D 40.5 in
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand / Desk Standish
By Edward Barnard & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver inkstand / desk
Category
19th Century English Victorian Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Rare Gilt-Bronze Mounted Marquetry Pedestal Desk by François Linke, circa 1900
By François Linke
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A rare gilt bronze mounted marquetry pedestal desk by François Linke.
French, circa 1900
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Bronze
H 30.32 in W 58.27 in D 24.41 in
Fine French 19th Century Louis XV Style Tulipwood and Ormolu-Mounted Ladies Desk
By Maison Millet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
secretary desk, attributed to Maison Millet. The superstructure centered by a clock with a porcelain face
Category
19th Century French Louis XV Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
H 41.5 in W 43.25 in D 22 in
French 19th C.Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Bureau-Plat Desk Attr. Paul Sormani
By Paul Sormani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
JOSEPH♣, the name by which he was commonly known to his contemporaries, between fleurs-de-lis emblematic
Category
19th Century French Louis XV Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
H 31.25 in W 78.5 in D 35.5 in
Antique Victorian Cut Glass and Sterling Silver Desk Inkwell
By John Grinsell & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
desk inkwell, part of our antique silver and glassware collection.
This exceptional antique
Category
1890s British Victorian Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century French Oak Desk Organizer
Located in High Point, NC
This authentic desk organizer was crafted from fine oak wood in 19th-century France. Adorned with
Category
19th Century French French Provincial Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Oak
Mappin & Webb Agate and Gilded Brass Art Deco Style Desk Clock
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Long Beach, CA
Factory / house: Mappin & Webb
Style / reference: Art Deco / Agate stone Easel desk clock
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Agate
Mappin & Webb Agate and Gilded Brass Art Deco Style Desk Clock
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Mappin & Webb
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Agate Stone Easel Desk Clock
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Agate
Antique Original Regency 1815 Black Leather Hardwood Horseshoe Office Desk Chair
Located in GB
works well with antique and contemporary pieces alike.
Condition wise we have cleaned waxed and
Category
1810s English Regency Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 30.52 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
19th Century Antique Drawer Set in a Contemporary Iron Base with Glass Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Industrial glass top table with graphic lettered top. The table began its life as a typeface tray in late 19th-century France. Having since been mounted on rectangular iron legs and ...
Category
19th Century French Industrial Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Wood
H 24 in W 16.25 in D 34 in
French Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Mounted Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
French porcelain and gilt bronze mounted writing desk
French, 19th Century
Height 116cm, width
Category
19th Century French Rococo Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Ormolu
Rare 19th Century English Eclipse Patented Telescopic Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting an exceptionally rare 19th century English eclipse patented telescopic desk.
Made of
Category
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Brass
Impressive Victorian Banded Agate Desk Seal
Located in Brisbane, QLD
This monumental desk seal dates to the Victorian era and has been carved from a large piece of
Category
19th Century English Victorian Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Agate
"Japonisme" Cylinder Desk Att. to G. Viardot, France, circa 1880
By Gabriel Viardot
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Japanese style cylinder desk in tinted and carved wood, richly engraved on all sides with
Category
1880s French Japonisme Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Louis XV Style Lacquered Wood Flat Desk by A.E. Beurdeley, France, Circa 1890
By Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley
Located in PARIS, FR
Stamped twice A Beurdeley a Paris on the crosspieces.
Elegant Louis XV style double-side desk in
Category
1890s French Louis XV Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Bronze
Free Shipping
H 30.71 in W 51.97 in D 28.35 in
Antique Louis XVI Style Mahogany and Ormolu Bonheur du Jour by Winckelsen
By Charles-Guillaume Winckelsen
Located in London, GB
for this outstanding bonheur du jour. The design of this ladies’ writing desk is after one crafted by
Category
Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
H 41.34 in W 28.75 in D 16.54 in
English 19th Century Satinwood Table with Tilt Top Writing Area and Checkerboard
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English satinwood desk and game table from the 19th century with tilt top writing area
Category
19th Century English Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Brass
H 28 in W 53.25 in D 24 in
Louis XV Petite Mahogany and Kingwood Marquetry Kidney Writing Table, Paris 1870
Located in Germantown, MD
, contemporary or traditional interiors. This rare kidney-shape and petite size of this desk is exquisite and
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Bronze
H 30 in W 46.75 in D 24 in
Palatial Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Parquetry Bureau-François Linke
By François Linke
Located in New York, NY
. Taking 18th century styles as his starting point and adapting earlier styles to contemporary taste, Linke
Category
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Bronze
H 49 in W 56 in D 32 in
16th Century Spanish Walnut Writing Table, Circa 1580
Located in Brugge, BE
statement piece in a contemporary setting, this 16th-century table is sure to captivate and leave an
Category
16th Century Spanish Renaissance Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Walnut
Rare and Very Special Late 19th Century Bureau by François Linke
By François Linke
Located in New York, NY
styles to contemporary taste, Linke produced Fine quality furniture, steadily expanding his business
Category
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Bronze
Arts & Crafts Satinwood Writing Table by Marsh and Jones
By John Marsh and Edward Jones
Located in London, by appointment only
craftsman's pencil signature.
This desk is en-suite with a group of pieces made and supplied by Marsh and
Category
19th Century English Arts and Crafts Contemporary Desk Antique
19th Century French Belle Époque Table in the Louis XVI Style by Lexcellent
By E. Guillaume-Edmond Lexcellent
Located in London, GB
Lexcellent of Paris (fl. c.1855-c.1928)
A contemporary of the great cabinetmakers Henry Dasson and Alfred
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Ormolu
H 28.5 in W 28 in D 19 in
Regence Style Trellis Parquetry Bureau Plat by François Linke, circa 1890
By François Linke
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
three dummy drawers to the reverse, all with foliate-cast frame and handles. The sides of the desk are
Category
Late 19th Century French Régence Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Bronze
H 31.11 in W 66.93 in D 37.8 in
Louis XV Style Parquetry Inlaid Writing-Table by François Linke, circa 1890
By François Linke
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
reverse. The desk is fitted to each side with leather-lined pull-out writing slides and is raised on
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Bronze
H 29.53 in W 41.74 in D 27.56 in
Louis XVI Style Pietre Dure Mounted Ebonised Writing Table, circa 1870
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
Street became an important furniture retailing area in the second half of the 19th century. Contemporary
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Agate, Bronze
H 59.06 in W 47.64 in D 23.63 in
Rare Louis XV Style Marquetry Inlaid Bureau de Dame François Linke, circa 1980
By François Linke
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
Linke's craftsmanship was unsurpassed by any of his contemporaries and reached its peak with his
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Bronze
H 31.5 in W 34.65 in D 21.26 in
A Beautiful Victorian Japanned Writing Slope With Decorative Enamel Inlays
Located in High Wycombe, GB
, pens, sealing wax, and other contemporary writing materials. Some desks also had concealed storage
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Victorian Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Brass, Enamel
H 3.75 in W 14.57 in D 11.03 in
Victorian Military Campaign Brass Bound Mahogany Writing Slope with Accessories
Located in High Wycombe, GB
inkwells, pens, sealing wax, and other contemporary writing materials. Some desks also had concealed
Category
19th Century British Campaign Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Brass
H 6.11 in W 15.75 in D 9.26 in
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand
By Charles Thomas Fox & George Fox
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver desk standish; an
Category
1840s British Victorian Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Burr Walnut Handcrafted Exquisite Writing Slope with Brass Inlay
Located in High Wycombe, GB
, sealing wax, and other contemporary writing materials. Some desks also had concealed storage compartments.
Category
19th Century British Campaign Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Brass
H 4.73 in W 11.82 in D 8.86 in
Military Campaign Burr Walnut & Brass Bound Writing Slope With Leather Interior
Located in High Wycombe, GB
, pens, sealing wax, and other contemporary writing materials. Some desks also had concealed storage
Category
19th Century British Campaign Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Brass
Free Shipping
H 6.11 in W 11.82 in D 8.86 in
Rare Regency Rosewood Writing Slope With Decorative Brass Trim by Wells & Lambe
Located in High Wycombe, GB
to hold inkwells, pens, sealing wax, and other contemporary writing materials. Some desks also had
Category
19th Century British Regency Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Brass
H 4.93 in W 14.18 in D 9.85 in
Henry Chawner Georgian Sterling Silver Ladies Inkstand
By Henry Chawner
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver desk Standish has a navette shaped form onto four bracket feet.
This inkstand is
Category
1780s English George III Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Presentation Railway Carriage / Centerpiece
By Edward & John Barnard
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
contemporary engraved coat of arms, one pertains to the Borough of Morpeth / County Northumberland and features
Category
1860s British Early Victorian Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 3.9 in W 6.1 in D 11.6 in
Exceptional Regency Armchair attributed to George Oakley
Located in Richmond, London
-class furniture made by George Oakley earned him a royal appointment and a contemporary reputation for
Category
Early 19th Century English Regency Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Brass
Art Nouveau Repoussé Mystic Inkwell by Alfred Daguet
By Alfred Daguet
Located in Chicago, US
inspiration be they Egyptian, Celtic, Japanese, Byzantine, Medieval or contemporary. He received formal
Category
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Copper
Renaissance Italian Inkwell Calamelli workshop, Faenza, second half of the 16th
By Virgiliotto Calamelli
Located in Milano, IT
signatures, does not exclude the possibility of a broader attribution to other contemporary Faenza workshops
Category
16th Century Italian Renaissance Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Maiolica
H 4.34 in W 8.08 in D 2.96 in
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Cranberry Glass Inkwell
By Joseph Angell II
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
to the anterior surface of the inkwell features the contemporary engraved crest of a stag encompassed
Category
1850s British Victorian Contemporary Desk Antique
Materials
Sterling Silver
- 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Contemporary Desk Antique", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
Contemporary Desk Antique For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic contemporary desk antique available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, reclaimed wood and metal, every contemporary desk antique was constructed with great care. There are 1 variations of the antique or vintage contemporary desk antique you’re looking for, while we also have 11 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer contemporary desk antique, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A contemporary desk antique is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Modern and Industrial styles are sought with frequency. Pieter Compernol & Stephanie Grusenmeyer, Innova Luxury Group and Emél & Browne each produced at least one beautiful contemporary desk antique that is worth considering.
How Much is a Contemporary Desk Antique?
The average selling price for a contemporary desk antique at 1stDibs is $13,300, while they’re typically $1,725 on the low end and $21,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Contemporary Desk Antique
- What are antique desks called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What 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.
- What is an antique Davenport desk?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An 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, 2022A 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An 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, 2022A 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.
More Ways To Browse
Foscarini Spokes
Piccola Lamp
Vintage Mantel Clock Collectable Clocks
Bubble Chandelier Pelle
Pelle Bubble
Foscarini Spokes 2
Chapman Floor Lamps Brass Vintage
Birdcage Lantern
Cement Dog Statues
Rhinestone Lamp
Pierre Chareau Table Lamp
Porcelain Lamp Pineapple
His Master Voice Nipper
Stephane Lebrun For Dessie
Gold Charm Bicycle
Contemporary Off Round Hue
Aviation Dc3
Heart Shaped Turquoise