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Beautiful Highly Decorative Letter Scale Antique, German, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful highly decorative letter scale. All written in German. With porcelain Enamel Face. Nice
Category

Antique Early 1900s German Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Beautiful Highly Decorative Letter Scale Antique, German, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Vintage Post Office Scale from Columbus Bilateral 1920's. Old original post letter
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Vintage 1920s German Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Danish Modern Desk Organizer / Letter Tray
Located in San Diego, CA
Very functional Danish modern cherry veneer desk organizer / letter tray, circa 1970s. The piece is
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Cherry

Pair Wedgwood Blue and White Jasperware Desk Accessories
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
Pair Wedgwood blue and white Jasperware desk accessories. Beautiful blue grey bisque beaker/bud
Category

Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical More Desk Accessories

Materials

Stoneware

Murano Glass Paper Weight with Gold Desk Pen
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful glass paper weight with dark flowers encased - a holder for a lovely ribbed gold pen
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Gold

19th Centry Austro-Hungarian Bronze Lizard Desk Dish
Located in London, GB
shell, the lizard has beautiful coloured glass inset eyes.
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Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Calipso Desk Blotter in Black Leather with Corno Italiano Detailing, Mod. 5300s
By Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Recanati, Macerata
Boasting prized materials and refined lines, our Calipso desk blotter will ensure a smooth work
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Leather

Edwardian Silver Desk Inkstand Standing on Splayed Feet, London 1907, 8
Located in Central England, GB
A Fine Edwardian Silver desk inkstand. This beautifully designed and hallmarked Edwardian silver
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20th Century English Edwardian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Victorian Desk Stand Fluid Thermometer by H. Matthews
By H. Matthews
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful antique Victorian thermometer. The front is made of sterling silver. This is marked with
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Antique 1880s British Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Studio Craft Walnut Desk Business Card Display and Holder
Located in San Diego, CA
cards for distribution. A beautifully-crafted piece from the 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

Antique Ladies Hand Wall or Desk Letter Clip Erhard & Sohne Ormolu, German 1890s
By Erhard & Söhne
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous ladies hand wall or desk letter / paper clip. Made of Ormolu, by Erhard & Sohne, Germany
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Antique 1890s German Belle Époque More Desk Accessories

Materials

Ormolu

Spanish 19th C. Desk or Console Table with Beautiful Lyre-Carved Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
an attractive console, entry table, or a small writing desk.
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Antique 19th Century Spanish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Rare Gothic Revival Carved Oak Secretaire / Desk w. Church Window Panels & More
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare, wonderful and practical, Gothic Revival desk cabinet with a great patina. If you like
Category

Mid-20th Century French Gothic Revival Desks

Materials

Bronze

Calipso A4 Letter Tray in Corno Italiano, Lacquered Wood and Leather, Mod. 5303s
By Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Recanati, Macerata
Perfect to store paperwork on your desk, the Calipso A4 paper tray is imbued with textural beauty
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Chrome

Impressive Victorian Banded Agate Seal
Located in Riverdale, NY
Beautiful Large Banded Agate Victorian Seal from the mid-late 19th Century. Incredible lapidary
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Antique 1870s British Late Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Agate

Impressive Victorian Banded Agate Seal
Impressive Victorian Banded Agate Seal
H 4.5 in W 2.5 in D 1.75 in
Pink Bakelite Electric Table Fan by Tana VEB Germany, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
color pink with marbled pattern. It's a vintage German electric fan from the 1950s with a beautiful
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial More Desk Accessories

Materials

Bakelite

Cute Baby Shoe Silver Plated Metal Money Box Piggy Bank, Vintage, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous vintage metal money bank. A beautiful decorative item, with nice patina. Made in Europe
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Auspiciousness Eggs by Ango, the Art & Craft of Feng Shui Egg for Home Decor
By Ango
Located in Bangkok, TH
craft these objects create a beautiful energy around them as well as commanding auspiciousness. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Arts and Crafts More Desk Accessories

Materials

Steel

Crystal Pen Tray by Dainte
Located in Geneve, CH
stylish desk tray uniquely combines clear crystal with brass metallic accents. Minimalist yet distinctive
Category

2010s American Post-Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Crystal Pen Tray by Dainte
Crystal Pen Tray by Dainte
H 1.19 in W 11.03 in D 4.34 in
Vintage Modernist Paper Tray in Chrome 1970s
By Smokador, Knoll
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful letter tray in polished aluminium / chrome finish with black enamel lining. In the style
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Vintage Modernist Paper Tray in Chrome 1970s
Vintage Modernist Paper Tray in Chrome 1970s
H 2.5 in W 10.25 in D 15.25 in
Candlestick Cloisonne Enamel Chamber Stick, 1890s Antique
By Erhard & Söhne
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous candlestick. Made of metal with cloisonné enamel parts. Beautiful color and patina. This
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Antique 1890s German Belle Époque More Desk Accessories

Materials

Ormolu

0riginal Vintage Industrial Art Deco Table Fan by Marelli Italy
By Marelli
Located in Vienna, AT
, with some wear and some losses at the base consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful patina
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Industrial More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

English Mid-19th Century Brass Stationary Box with Inkwell
Located in Stamford, CT
nice size and would look great on any desk. This is from a private collector who traveled the world
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Ocean Liner Ship Souvenir Metal Money Box Piggy Bank, Vintage 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous vintage metal money bank. A beautiful decorative item in metal with a missing lock. Made
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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Vintage Colombian Postal Scale.
Located in Seattle, WA
Postal Scale that Weighs items up to 1.5 oz. Beautiful Petina to the Metal and the Label. Floral
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Steel

Antique Boy in Zoo Giraffe Tree Inkwell Metal and Crystal Glass, Austria, 1890s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous Inkwell. Made of metal, bronze and the ink pots made of crystal glass. Beautiful color
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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau More Desk Accessories

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Karl Springer Rare Adjustable Magnifying Lens in Polished Chrome 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare adjustable magnifying lens with beautifully crafted mount in polished chrome by Karl Springer
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Vintage 1980s American Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Chrome

Karl Springer Rare Mounted Magnifying Lens, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare adjustable magnifying lens with beautifully crafted mount in polished chrome and brass by Karl
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Chrome, Brass

Vintage Paper Holder Stand With Hand Shaped Clips
Located in Seattle, WA
Possibly Brass, Beautiful Patina Consistent with Age. Intricate Base. Hinge on Bottom is Loose
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

William McDonald for Rookwood Pottery Collie Dog Bookends, circa 1926
By Rookwood Pottery Co.
Located in Cincinnati, OH
finished by Albersman. These lovely Collie bookends display beautifully and can be employed as intended
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Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts More Desk Accessories

Materials

Pottery

Brass Taper Pen Stand by Stem Design
Located in Geneve, CH
character through a simple and honest form. The surface reflects light beautifully and results in a subtle
Category

2010s Indian Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Brass Taper Pen Stand by Stem Design
Brass Taper Pen Stand by Stem Design
H 4.34 in W 3.94 in D 3.15 in
Set of 2 Aluminum Taper Pen Stands by Stem Design
Located in Geneve, CH
stand reveals its character through a simple and honest form. The surface reflects light beautifully and
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2010s Indian Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 2 Brass Taper Pen Stands by Stem Design
Located in Geneve, CH
stand reveals its character through a simple and honest form. The surface reflects light beautifully and
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2010s Indian Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Le Corbusier & charlotte perriand bowl vide poche, 1950s
By Lumax, Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
but also appeals to architecture and design enthusiasts seeking a beautiful, contemporary, and
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Glass

Franz Bergmann, Viennese Bronze & Marble Erotic Sculptural Vide Poche, ca. 1900
By Franz Bergmann
Located in New York, NY
of the world-famous Viennese foundry of Franz Xavier Bergmann, this exquisite desk-size gray
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau More Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Napoleon III Letter Rack with Lacquered Panels and Bronze Mounts
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful 19th century letter rack from the French Napoleon III period. The letter rack is made of
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Antique 1880s French Napoleon III More Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Wonderful Piece Of Italian Kitsch, Ceramic Sports Car And Driver c1960s
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
glaze - beautifully respected Circa 1960's Signed Italy Height 4 inch, Width 6 inch, Depth 2.75 inch In
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Photo Album with Wooden Carved Cover, Brienz ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
beautiful things, distinguishes the craftsman from the artist. In addition to the well-known Swiss wood
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Metal Toy, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Metal Toy, circa 1950
Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Metal Toy, circa 1950
No Reserve
H 0.6 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
Collection of Five Money Box Piggy Bank, Vintage German, 1920s - 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous Collection of four vintage sheet metal and one ceramic money banks. A beautiful decorative
Category

20th Century German More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Magazine Holder
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful Mid-Century Modern walnut slat magazine holder, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th Century Perfume Bottle
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Material and color: metal Dimensions D6 cm x H
Category

Vintage 1940s Moroccan Moorish More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Fan by Femesa, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Materials: Metal, plastic
Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Fan by Femesa, circa 1960
Mid-Century Modern Fan by Femesa, circa 1960
No Reserve
H 7.09 in W 7.09 in D 3.15 in
AEG Fan, circa 1940
By AEG
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. The mechanical condition of the fan hasn't been tested
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Vintage 1940s German Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

AEG Fan, circa 1940
AEG Fan, circa 1940
No Reserve
H 12.21 in W 11.42 in D 6.3 in
Early 20th Century Italian Document Boxes
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
doubt used as a filing system with corresponding labels. Italian in origin, these boxes are beautiful
Category

20th Century Italian Edwardian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood, Paper

1880 Document Boxes
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
beautiful one-of-a-kind display pieces to adorn the modern bookshelf or office space, continuing the
Category

Antique 1880s Italian Edwardian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Paper, Wood

1880 Document Boxes
1880 Document Boxes
H 10.5 in W 4.5 in D 15 in
Mid Century James Mont Ashtray
By James Mont
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Beautiful and unique ashtray attributed to James Mont, circa 1960s. Has a Mayan/Aztec theme design
Category

Mid-20th Century Taiwanese Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid Century James Mont Ashtray
Mid Century James Mont Ashtray
H 6.5 in W 6 in D 6 in
Tunbridge Ware Correspondence Box by Edmund Nye 19th Century
By Edmund Nye Tunbridge Wells
Located in Cheltenham, GB
ware items originate from the beautiful spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells in Kent. Tunbridge became
Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Walnut, Satinwood, Ash, Boxwood

Early 20th Century Document Boxes
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
beautiful one-of-a-kind display pieces to adorn the modern bookshelf or office space, continuing the
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Edwardian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Paper, Wood

Early 20th Century Document Boxes
Early 20th Century Document Boxes
H 11 in W 3.5 in D 15 in
Vintage Fan, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. The mechanical condition of the fan hasn't been tested
Category

Vintage 1940s Spanish Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Vintage Fan, circa 1940
Vintage Fan, circa 1940
H 9.06 in W 7.49 in D 4.34 in
Lamartine 'Alphonse de' Complete Published and Unpublished Works
By Lamartine
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
works than the previous ones" (Clouzot). Beautiful copy with an autograph signed by the author: Mémoire
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III More Desk Accessories

Materials

Leather, Paper

1950s Wooden Toy Train
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s wooden toy train. Beautiful aged and well used wooden toy train. Please note this is a
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

1950s Wooden Toy Train
1950s Wooden Toy Train
H 4.34 in W 48.04 in D 3.55 in
Antique Black Agate Pekingese Dog Mounted Ashtray / Match Strike Faberge Style
By Fabergé
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is an extremely unique and beautiful piece. Having a deep toned black agate ashtray bowl
Category

Early 20th Century More Desk Accessories

Materials

Agate

Gourmet Round Wood Trivet, by Gunnar Cyren from Warm Nordic
By Gunnar Cyren
Located in Viby J, DK
Beautiful walnut and oak trivets with delicate carvings. Trivets were originally designed in the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

Gourmet Square Wood Trivet, by Gunnar Cyren from Warm Nordic
By Gunnar Cyren
Located in Viby J, DK
Beautiful walnut and oak trivets with delicate carvings. Trivets were originally designed in the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

Large Square Marble Tray
By Michaël Verheyden
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
age beautifully — wood, leather, and stone — to produce timelessly luxurious objects for the home
Category

2010s Belgian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Marble

Large Square Marble Tray
Large Square Marble Tray
H 1.5 in W 9.75 in D 9.75 in
Brass Accented Crystal Prism Tray by Dainte
Located in Geneve, CH
and brass. The decorative prism tray is designed to fascinate and delight. Creating beautiful
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2010s American Post-Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Brass Accented Crystal Prism Tray by Dainte
Brass Accented Crystal Prism Tray by Dainte
H 1.58 in W 11.03 in D 10.24 in
Fine English Letter / Postal Scale in Malachite by Sampson Mordan, circa 1860
Located in Bath, GB
A very fine and rare antique English desk or letter scale, the base covered in stunning green
Category

Antique 1850s English Early Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Malachite, Bronze

Antique Art Nouveau Cold Painted Letter Rack W/ Elephant by the Judd Co. 1910
By H.L. Judd Manufacturing Company
Located in Petaluma, CA
This cast iron letter rack shows beautiful art nouveau designs surrounding an elephant. Judd Co
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

Vintage Red Ericsson Phone, circa 1960
By Ericsson
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
condition, with some visible signs of previous use and age, preserving a beautiful patina. Materials
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Plastic

Vintage Red Ericsson Phone, circa 1960
Vintage Red Ericsson Phone, circa 1960
No Reserve
H 8.47 in W 3.94 in D 6.3 in
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More Beautiful Desks For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of more beautiful desks available for sale. Frequently made of metal, animal skin and brass, all more beautiful desks available were constructed with great care. More beautiful desks have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Modern, Art Deco and Art Nouveau more beautiful desks are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made more beautiful desks over the years, but those made by Galart International, GPO ( General Post Office ) and Matelot, Liège are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are More Beautiful Desks?

Prices for more beautiful desks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, more beautiful desks begin at $160 and can go as high as $7,648, while the average can fetch as much as $784.
Questions About More Beautiful Desks
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Sleeping Beauty turquoise is a gemstone distinguished by its medium sky-blue color. The finished gemstones have a smooth, glossy finish with little to no veining. Shop for a range of elegant Sleeping Beauty turquoise jewelry from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The most beautiful jewelry in the world is open for debate. After all, beauty is largely subjective, so what one person finds to be appealing may be different from another person's tastes. However, certain pieces have become iconic due to their enduring appeal. Some examples include Tiffany & Co.’s Open Heart pendant, Chopard’s Happy Diamonds Icons heart pendant, the Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra necklace, Buccellati’s Morgana bracelet and the Cartier Love bracelet. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Beautiful Greek masks represented different things depending on the theatrical production that they were used in. They could symbolize the innocence or purity of the character or help the audience identify the main male or female character. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique masks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sleeping Beauty turquoise is a sky or robin’s egg blue with little to no matrix, such as spots or veins. Sleeping Beauty is mined in Globe, Arizona. Due to the softness of the stone, jewelry made with Sleeping Beauty turquoise can be hard to find. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of turquoise jewelry, including Sleeping Beauty pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Sleeping Beauty turquoise has not been mined since 2012. The end of active mining for this Arizona specialty has only increased the demand by collectors. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly-vetted Sleeping Beauty turquoise jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A Murphy desk is a wall-mounted desk that folds out to provide a work surface for a laptop, tablet, documents, and other items. It is a great solution if you have a little space or don't require a full desk every day. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murphy desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A captain’s desk is a type of desk that you stand at rather than sit in front of. It usually has an angled desktop and decorative molding. Captain Josiah Davenport commissioned the British furniture maker Gillows of Lancaster to design the first one in the late 18th century. Sometimes, people refer to the furnishing as a Davenport desk in his honor. Shop a variety of captain’s desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A person of average height should have a desk that is 28 to 30 inches high.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    A kidney desk is a desk that has a curvy top that is similar in shape to a human kidney. Many kidney desks are very ornate, showing off details like vellum-lined tabletops and parquetry inlay. Shop a selection of kidney desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To date a desk, first look for any stamps or labels that tell you the name of the company that produced it. You can then use the maker information to research the piece using trusted online resources. In some cases, you may even find a manufacturing date on the piece. If you have difficulty determining how old a piece is, seek help from a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A console desk is a high, narrow table called a console table that can double as a desk. It is often used by people who work from home in a communal space, such as a hallway or a living room, as a workspace. Some console tables feature built-in storage, like drawers or shelves. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of console tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A peninsula desk is a two-sided desk, with each side designed with one long drawer. This functional desk makes working with a partner easy. You can shop a collection of peninsula desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A hutch is a set of cabinets or shelves placed on top of a desk. Hutches can also be found on counters, drawers, and even cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A captain’s desk is sometimes referred to as Davenport desk. It is a small desk with an inclined desktop that can be lifted to access large storage space. It has smaller spaces in the form of small drawers and pigeonholes on the sides. This desk owes its name to Captain Josiah Davenport (1771–1836) who was the first to commission the design. Find a collection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A tanker desk is a type of desk made of a simple rectangular working surface that rests on two pedestals. A tanker desk can also take the form of a large surface that rests on a pair of small cabinets consisting of drawers of multiple sizes. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tanker desks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.