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Modern Metal Leather Top Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern Metal Leather top desk, featuring a digitally carved, traditional woven cane design. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Modern Metal Leather Top Desk
Modern Metal Leather Top Desk
H 29 in W 60 in D 24 in
Painted Metal Desk with Laminate Top from Carlotti, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Painted metal desk with laminate top from Carlotti, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Postmodern Metal Desk With Birch Top, France 20th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
A Postmodern desk featuring a rectangular birch table top with rounded corners and beautiful
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20th Century French Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Metal Desk, Top Covered with Faux Leather, circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Metal desk, top covered with faux leather circa 1960 Maybe a former dentist's office.
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Chrome

Vintage Adjustable Height Metal School Writing Desk With Laminate Top
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Adjustable Height Metal School Desk With Laminate Top. Item features a wood grain laminate
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Painted Metal Desk with Brown Leatherette Top from Mermelada Estudio, 1960s
By Mermelada Estudio
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Painted Metal Desk with Brown Leatherette Top from Mermelada Estudio, 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Italian Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Custom Sit/Stand "Essentials Desk" with Solid Wood Top and Metal Base, Small
By Union Wood Co.
Located in Vancouver, B.C.
Break up long periods of sitting at a desk and improve your productivity by switching to standing
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2010s Canadian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Custom Sit/Stand "Essentials Desk" with Solid Wood Top and Metal Base, Medium
By Union Wood Co.
Located in Vancouver, B.C.
Break up long periods of sitting at a desk and improve your productivity by switching to standing
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2010s Canadian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Custom Sit/Stand "Essentials Desk" with Solid Wood Top and Metal Base, Large
By Union Wood Co.
Located in Vancouver, B.C.
Break up long periods of sitting at a desk and improve your productivity by switching to standing
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2010s Canadian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Leather Top Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Deco style desk on aluminum metal base with single drawer. Glass top protector over the leather
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20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Leather Top Desk
Leather Top Desk
H 30.25 in W 48 in D 24 in
Wooden Writing Desk with Metal Structure, Italy, 1960s
Located in Madrid, ES
Small writing desk of wood and metal, Formica table top. Front of the two drawers painted in black
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Aluminium Desk with Laminate Top from Carlotti, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Desk in painted aluminium with laminate top from Carlotti. Packaging with bubble wrap and cardboard
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Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Warren Platner Writing Desk with Black Leather Top
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
desk has two chrome-plated metal legs and a large top with oak edge and black leather finishing that
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Italian Industrial Metal and Wood Desk with Drawers, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian industrial metal and wood desk with drawers, 1970s Wooden desk with metal frame, with
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Duotone Ahrend De Cirkel Metal Desk With Two Drawers
By Ahrend de Cirkel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Duotone Ahrend De Cirkel metal desk. The desk has a formica top, blue legs and one side cabinet
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Arflex Sigmund Writing Desk in White Carrara Top with Metal Base by Studio Asai
By Arflex
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Arflex Sigmund Writing Desk in White Carrara Top with Metal Base by Studio Asai. To remain faithful
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Marble

Vintage Desk Metal, Italy, 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Desk with side drawer column in enamelled metal with leatherette-covered top.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Desk Metal, Italy, 1960s
Vintage Desk Metal, Italy, 1960s
H 30.71 in W 45.67 in D 27.96 in
Desk With Drawers In Zebrano And Metal Legs, Contemporary Design
Located in London, GB
front. Gun metal finish metal legs. As with all our furniture, this desk is made to order and is
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2010s British Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Painted Aluminum Desk with Laminate Top from Carlotti, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Painted aluminum desk with laminate top from Carlotti, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Painted Aluminium Desk with Laminate Top from Carlotti, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Painted Aluminium Desk with Laminate Top from Carlotti, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Painted Aluminium Desk with Laminate Top from Carlotti, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Painted aluminium desk with laminate top from Carlotti, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Class Desk with a Walnut Wood Top and Graphite Finished Metal Base 55''
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Class desk was designed by our Uultis team with a walnut wood finish top and a graphite
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2010s Brazilian Desks

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Metal

De Sede executive desk leather top and chromed metal legs, marked, 1970 circa
By De Sede
Located in Milan, IT
elegant black leather top that matches perfectly with the stylish stainless steel legs. Marked.
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Chrome

French Ebonized Writing Table or Desk with Embossed Leather Top
Located in Austin, TX
An elegant French bureau writing desk (or table) of ebonized mahogany, in the Louis XVI style
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Brass

Class Desk with a Teak Wood Finish Top and Graphite Finished Metal Base 55''
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Class desk was designed by our Uultis team with a teak wood finish top and a graphite-finished
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2010s Brazilian Desks

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Metal

Robert Josten 1970s Metal Grid and Glass Desk with Wood Chair
By Robert Josten
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unusual Robert Josten 1970s aluminum grid desk with glass top and wood chair. Chair dimensions
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Lacquered Desk With Leather Top By Kazuhide Takahama For Simon, 70s
By Simon International
Located in Montelabbate, PU
mirror finish of agglomerated wood, with flat-sided joint on lacquered metal. The surface of the top is
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Vintage 1970s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Large Roll Top Metal Tanker Desk w/ Brass Detailing
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Heavy Industrial metal desk with functional roll top. Opens to an original green rubber flat desk
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Vintage 1950s Desks

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Steel

Roll Contemporary Desk in Metal and Wood
By Artefatto Design Studio, Secolo
Located in London, GB
Writing desk by day and vanity table by night; roll desk 02 is a minimal piece with four metal legs
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Roll Contemporary Desk in Metal and Wood
Roll Contemporary Desk in Metal and Wood
H 68.9 in W 19.69 in D 40.95 in
Campaign Desk On Faux Bamboo Metal Base With Brass Hardware
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1970s Campaign desk on faux bamboo metal base. Brass hardware, glass top. Some nicks in finish.
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Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Nakamura Contemporary Desk in Metal and Leather
By Artefatto Design Studio, Secolo
Located in London, GB
various leather options and with or without drawers. Dimension: 150 x 65 x 88 H cm 78 cm desk top
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Writing Desk or Table of Mahogany with Leather Top from England
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome English writing table or desk of mahogany from the 19th century, featuring a leather top
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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Brass

Nakamura Contemporary Desk in Metal and Leather
By Secolo, Artefatto Design Studio
Located in London, GB
various leather options and with or without drawers. Dimension: 150 x 65 x 88 H cm 78 cm desk top
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Italian rationalist wood and aluminium metal desk
Located in Milano, IT
exploration, hinting at the secrets held within. Hidden beneath the desk's top, a drawer awaits, a treasure
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Aluminum

Writing Desk with Walnut, Maple, Brass and Glass Top
By Chris Earl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Hand-turned base with exposed solid wood drawers. Polished tempered glass top. Fine metal accents
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum, Brass, Copper

Pierre Paulin & Thonet Desk with Drawer, Metal Teak & Formica, France Circa 1955
By Thonet, Pierre Paulin
Located in La Teste De Buch, FR
Black lacquered metal feet, teak veneer drawer on the right side and a teak veneer and formica top
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Desk with Solid Oak Top and Hairpin Leggs, Merino Wool and Metal Chair, 1950's
By Jean Prouvé, Pierre Chapo, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Den Haag, NL
Desk with solid Oak top and steel hairpin legs with Merino wool and steel chair, 1950's. desk size
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Metal

Brushed Metal and Bronze, Egyptian Revival Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique desk. The body is brushed metal with bronze details. Triangular legs are crowned by pharaoh
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Vintage 1940s French Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze, Metal

English Kidney Shaped Kneehole Writing Desk of Mahogany with Leather Top
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English kidney shaped kneehole writing desk from the Edwardian era, featuring a demi-lune
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Brass

ikons Postmodern Glass Top Desk
Located in New York, NY
ikons Postmodern glass top desk with four polychromed metal legs in differing geometric designs
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20th Century Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass

ikons Postmodern Glass Top Desk
ikons Postmodern Glass Top Desk
H 29.25 in W 68 in D 32 in
White & Gray A.R Cordemeyer for Gispen 3803 desk with Blue Linoleum Top
By A.R. Cordemeijer, Gispen Culemborg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gispen. This 1960s desk has one white cabinet with two drawers, metal privacy screen and blue linoleum
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Sheet Metal

Midcentury Wood, Black Metal and Brass Italian Folding Desk with Drawers, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Italian folding desk with drawers, the foldable top is made by a single piece of wood
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Chrome, Brass

Friso Kramer 'Reform' Table or Desk with Reclaimed Rustic Oak Top
By Ahrend de Cirkel, Friso Kramer
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
furniture The blend of the vintage reclaimed raw oak top with the Industrial folded metal base has a real
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Architect's desk, wood and metal, circa 1970, France.
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Architect's desk in sliding beige lacquered wood with metal-plated casters, hinged top, two belt
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Black Lacquer Desk or Bureau Plat with Inset Green Leather Top - Refinished
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant French Style Black Lacquer Desk with Inset Green Leather Top, probably American, circa
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Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Brass

Warren Platner for Knoll Executive Desk with Black Leather Top
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
has two chrome-plated metal legs and a long top with oak edge and dark black leather finishing
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

French Directoire Period Writing Desk of Walnut and Mahogany with Leather Top
Located in Austin, TX
A fine French Directoire period writing table or desk of walnut and mahogany from the late 18th
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Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Brass

Gispen Industrial "7804" Desk with Blue Drawer Fronts and a Linoleum Writing Top
By Willem H. Gispen, Gispen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gispen industrial desk with blue drawers, blue linoleum top and grey enameled metal frame. Part of
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Writing Desk 1960s Mahogany Veneered Enameled Metal
Located in Milano, IT
Desk with double column side drawers in enamelled metal and mahogany veneered wood with Formica
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Fine French Blackened Wood Desk with an Off White Lacquered Top with Inlays
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French blackened wood desk with 3 drawers, an off white & black lacquered top with metal
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass, Bronze

Françoise Sée Trestles Table Desk with a Red Lacquer Top, France, 1970
By Françoise See
Located in Brussels, BE
The red lacquer top rests on a pair geometric trestles formed of a thick chrome steel blade
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Vintage 1970s French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Spage Age Desk Made of Metal 1970s Germany
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Spage age desk made of metal 1970s Germany. This is a wonderful example of storage, especially
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Spage Age Desk Made of Metal 1970s Germany
Spage Age Desk Made of Metal 1970s Germany
H 29.93 in W 47.25 in D 29.53 in
Fine Palermo Inlaid Burled Walnut Secretary Desk with Bookcase Top
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Walnut. Inlaid. 2 piece. Top piece has 2 doors containing two shelves. Bottom piece has a pull down
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Vintage 1970s Italian Neoclassical Revival Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

‘Klab D’ Contemporary Ebony High-Gloss Writing Desk with Leather Top
By Danu Chirinciuc
Located in San Pietro di Morubio, Verona
, a fixed top in leather and ground ferrules in metal. Indoor use only. This modern and elegant design
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Wood

1960s Czech Metal School Desk
Located in High Point, NC
school desk, a nostalgic piece that exudes simplicity and functionality. Crafted from sturdy black metal
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Mid-20th Century Czech Desks

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Metal

1960s Czech Metal School Desk
1960s Czech Metal School Desk
H 47.6 in W 31.7 in D 20.7 in
French 19th Century Empire Mahogany Writing Desk with Embossed Leather Top
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant dual-sided 1880s French Empire style pedestal leg desk featuring the original rectangular
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Cees Braakman for Pastoe Desk in Teak and Metal
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cees Braakman for Pastoe, desk, teak, brushed metal, The Netherlands, 1950s. Modest designed desk
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Cees Braakman for Pastoe Desk in Teak and Metal
Cees Braakman for Pastoe Desk in Teak and Metal
H 28.94 in W 48.43 in D 23.63 in
"Tecnica" Walnut Top Desk with Tie Rods Designed by Jaume Tresserra for Dessie'
By Jaime Tresserra, Dessie Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
drawers in walnut veneered plywood with openings for cables. Optional metal top protector, covered by
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Stainless Steel, Nickel

Modern Small Desk with Grey Onyx Top and Black Frame, Made in Italy
By Matthias Demacker
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
) Dining table with aluminum legs, structure and drawer. The top is made of Grey onyx. + Other sizes
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Modern Small Desk with Grey Onyx Top and White Frame, Made in Italy
By Matthias Demacker
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
) Dining table with aluminum legs, structure and drawer. The top is made of Grey onyx. + Other sizes
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

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Desk With Metal Top For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal desk with metal top for your home. A desk with metal top — often made from metal, wood and aluminum — can elevate any home. Find 35 options for an antique or vintage desk with metal top now, or shop our selection of 23 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the desk with metal top you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A desk with metal top is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Industrial styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made desk with metal top over the years, but those crafted by Matthias Demacker, Union Wood Co. and Ahrend de Cirkel are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Desk With Metal Top?

Prices for a desk with metal top start at $745 and top out at $19,500 with the average selling for $3,016.
Questions About Desk With Metal Top
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A roll top desk is a piece of furniture that has a wooden cover that can be pulled down when the desk is not in use. Shop a collection of roll top furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Roll-top desks are originally from the late 18th century in the Georgian era of England. By the middle of the Victorian era, they were found in most offices and produced on a large scale. Shop a range of antique roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The leather top on a desk is usually just called a leather top. However, some people refer to it as a leather insert or leather writing surface. The thin pieces of leather that go into making leather-top desks are known as skivers. Shop a variety of desks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sometimes, roll-top desks are called tambours, sliding roll desks or roll-up desks. However, roll-top is the most commonly used name. The style of desk became popular during the 19th century. You can find a range of roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, you can paint a leather desk top. You can transform an old leather desk top and add visual appeal with easy-to-use leather paint. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with a furniture restorer or related professional for help. Find a variety of leather desk tops on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A roll top desk kept small essentials and paperwork organized. The roll top design was ideal for business people to secure their desks at the end of the day without filing away their work. Browse a variety of roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to refinish an old metal desk is to start by cleaning the desk. Ensure that the surface is free of dust and rust, then prime the desk with one to two coats of primer. And dependent upon its condition, a coat of any metal paint can freshen up an old metal desk. Browse a wide selection of vintage metal desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A roll top desk can be worth anywhere between $3,000 to $6,000, depending on the condition, materials used and time of manufacturing. Roll top desks are expensive, as they are very popular on the antique furniture market and are considered timeless collectibles. Shop a range of antique and vintage roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 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.