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Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Pedestal Desk
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage modern pedestal desk features the iconic mid-century design of Paul McCobb. Single
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Double Pedestal Desk
Located in Baltimore, MD
Sleek Mid-Century Modern twin pedestal desk, circa 1960s. Featuring Classic blonde wood and simple
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1960s Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Wood
Knoll Walnut Mid Century Modern Double Pedestal Desk with White Laminate Top
By Knoll
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Knoll walnut double pedestal desk. This is a gorgeous office desk, perfect for a mid century home
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Wood
Danish Mid Century Modern Petit Single Pedestal Desk Two Drawers
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut single pedestal two drawers small desk or writing table.
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Walnut
Scandinavian mid century birch pedestal desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Scandinavian mid century birch pedestal desk circa 1940.
Excellent example of mid 20th century
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Birch
Mid-Century Italian Modern Single-Pedestal Rosewood Desk by Stildomus
By Stildomus
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Single-pedestal rosewood desk with ebonized legs and chrome-plated brass recessed pulls by
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Henredon Mid-Century Modern Campaign Oak Double Pedestal Kneehole Desk, 1970s
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Campaign style double pedestal kneehole desk
By Henredon, "Artefacts
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
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Brass
H 29.75 in W 48 in D 19 in
Danish Domino Møbler Oak Double Pedestal Writing Desk Mid Century 1960s
By Domino Møbler
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Danish oak pedestal writing desk by Domino Møbler, this would make a stylish addition
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
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Oak
H 28.75 in W 52.76 in D 23.23 in
Pair of Tall Pedestals in Black Enamel and Lucite by Charles Hollis Jones
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of tall side tables or pedestals in Lucite and black enamel metal by Charles Hollis
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
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Enamel, Steel
H 30 in W 14.25 in D 13.75 in
Mid-Century American Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Double pedestal mid-century desk with laminate top. Six total drawers for storage and finished wood
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Walnut
Restored 1960s Mid-Century Modern Oak and Brass Executive Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step into the world of mid-century modern design with our beautifully restored 1960s executive desk
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Brass
Mainline by Hooker Mid Century Walnut Double Pedestal Floating Top Desk
By Hooker Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Mainline by Hooker Mid Century Walnut Double Pedestal Floating Top Desk
Desk measures: 50 wide x
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll, Model 2480 Oval Table Desk, 1960s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
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The elegant 2480 Pedestal Table Desk, introduced in 1961, exudes executive quality and epitomizes Mies
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Steel
Large-Scale Mad Men Roger Sprunger Executive Desk Dunbar, Mid-Century Modern
By Roger Sprunger
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Large-scale Mid-Century Modern executive desk designed by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar. Gorgeous
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Chrome
Mid 20th century carved mahogany Swedish desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century carved mahogany swedish desk circa 1947.
We are pleased to offer this superb
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
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Mahogany
Italian Mid-Century Style Black Lacquered Desk
By Aldo Tura
Located in New York, NY
Italian Mid-Century style black lacquered desk with brass trimmed edge and 4 drawers supported on 2
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
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Brass
Florence Knoll-Inspired Executive Desk: Mid-Century Modern Elegance
By Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
those who appreciate the legacy of mid-century modern design, this Florence Knoll-inspired desk stands
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Metal
Vintage Walnut Pedestal Desk by Laszlo Hoenig
By Laszlo Hoenig
Located in London, GB
A spectacular vintage walnut pedestal desk by Laszlo Hoenig. This was made in London, there is a
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1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Walnut
Fine French Mid-Century Lacquered Desk by Raphael
By Raphael Raffel
Located in Long Island City, NY
Raphael (Raphael Raffel, 1912-2000) Rare Beka lacquer pedestal desk with three drawers, a black
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Bronze
1960s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk with Chrome Accents
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience the timeless elegance of our 1960s Mid-Century Modern Executive Desk, masterfully
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Brass
1950's Mid-Century Modernist Floating Top Curved Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
surface work area has an advantage over a traditional rectangular desk. Twin, floating pedestals sit atop
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk with Vibrant Red Lacquer Finish
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step back in time with this stunning Mid-Century Modern desk, masterfully handcrafted from the
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
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Metal, Silver Plate
Paul McCobb for Winchendon Maple Double Pedestal Desk
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century (circa 1950) maple double pedestal desk with vintage finish and solid brass
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Brass, Metal
Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin Mahogany Double Pedestal Executive Desk, Restored
By Frank Lloyd Wright, Heritage-Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A very rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern "Taliesin" writing desk
By Frank Lloyd Wright for
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
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Mahogany
H 28.25 in W 64 in D 24 in
1960s Italian Biomorphic Sculptural Double Octagonal Pedestal Marble Desk
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Extremely rare and one of a kind biomorphic marble desk. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
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Marble
1960s Solid Mahogany Pedestal Desk with Tan Leather Top
Located in Germantown, MD
A 1960s Solid Mahogany Pedestal Desk with Tan Leather Top. Measures 46" in width, 24" in depth and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin Mahogany Double Pedestal Desk, Newly Restored
By Frank Lloyd Wright, Heritage-Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A very rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern "Taliesin" writing desk
By Frank Lloyd Wright for
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Mahogany
Raymond Loewy for Hill-Rom Single Pedestal Student Desk
By Raymond Loewy, The Hill-Rom Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1960s single pedestal desk by Raymond Loewy for Hill-Rom composed of a walnut and brushed metal
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
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Metal, Aluminum
Double Pedestal Glass and Wood Desk with Chrome Mounts C 1960
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Mid-Century Modern Double pedestal glass and wood Desk with chrome mounts C 1960. Three drawers
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
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Glass, Wood
Danish Modern Teak Bookshelf Desk
By Arne Vodder
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Superbly proportioned Danish teak desk with rear bookshelf and floating pedestals from the 1950s
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Teak
Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Double Pedestal Desk, Newly Refinished
By Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern double pedestal executive writing desk
By Paul McCobb for
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
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Brass
H 29.25 in W 53 in D 26.25 in
Founders Light Blonde Pecan Single Pedestal Desk Tubular Chrome Legs MINT!
By Founders Furniture Company, Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Founders light blonde pecan single pedestal desk tubular chrome legs MINT!
Solid wood construction
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
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Chrome
Edward J Wormley for Dunbar Wooden Wedge Top Pedestal Desk
By Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century wooden pedestal desk with four drawers with wooden drawer pulls, a shelf on
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Wood
Large Embossed Green Leather Top Flame Mahogany Double Pedestal Federal Desk
By Heritage-Henredon, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large Embossed Green Leather Top Flame Mahogany Double Pedestal Federal Desk
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
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Brass
H 31 in W 59 in D 37 in
Mid-Century Modern Curved Leather Office Chair
Located in North York, ON
Mid-Century Modern curved leather office chair. America, circa 1970s. Original Mid-Century Modern
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Stainless Steel
Paul McCobb Planner Group Black and White Lacquered Double Pedestal Desk, 1950s
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern double pedestal executive writing desk
By Paul McCobb for
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
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Brass
H 29.13 in W 53 in D 25.63 in
Vtg Jansko Clear Sculpted Lucite Mid-Century Modern Yellow Vinyl Swivel Chair
By Jansko
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Jansko clear sculpted Lucite Mid-Century Modern yellow Vinyl swivel chair. Item features a
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Chrome
H 27 in W 26.5 in D 19 in
American Walnut Ed Wormley for Dunbar Double Pedestal Desk w/ Folding Return
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Rockaway, NJ
American walnut Ed Wormley for Dunbar double pedestal desk w/ folding return.
Uniquer folding
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima Turned Wood Dowel Shape Leg Single Pedestal Small Desk Mint
By George Nakashima
Located in Rockaway, NJ
George Nakashima turned wood dowel shape leg single pedestal small desk mint with documents.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Walnut
Paul McCobb Planner Group Midcentury Double Pedestal Desk
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb Planner Group midcentury Double Pedestal Desk
This desk measures: 53 wide x 26 deep
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Metal
Italian Modern Teak Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Single pedestal teak desk with floating top, four-drawer cabinet, carved recessed pulls, and metal
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Metal
Double Pedestal Brass Hardware Walnut Desk File Drawer Mint
By National Mt. Airy
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Double Pedestal Brass Hardware Walnut Desk File Drawer Mint
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
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Walnut
Vintage Walnut Single Pedestal Desk by Stow Davis
By Stow Davis
Located in Pasadena, TX
This piece has three drawers, one of which is a filing drawer. A very distinctive desk with unique
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Chrome
Harvey Probber Executive Pedestal Desk with Polished Walnut Top
By Harvey Probber
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare monumental desk by Harvey Probber in walnut, brass, metal fittings and leather inlaid top
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Metal, Brass
54" Vintage Single Pedestal Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
54" Vintage single pedestal desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This distinctive desk has two
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Steel
1950s Restored Pedestal Executive Desk: Bamboo Inlay & Mahogany Elegance
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the elegance of the 1950s with our beautifully restored pedestal executive desk, a
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1960s British Campaign Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Brass
VINTAGE OXBLOOD LEATHER TWiN PEDESTAL PARTNER DESK WITH GOLD LEAF EMBOSSED TOP
Located in GB
Oxblood split panel leather top twin pedestal partner desk with gold leaf embossed surface
Please note
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
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Leather, Hardwood
H 29.34 in W 48.04 in D 24.02 in
J. Wade Beam "Ponte" Lacquered Desk
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern high gloss navy blue "Ponte" desk with an oval top having a glass top & a single
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Glass, Lacquer
Paul Mccobb Desk for Calvin
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Rare architectural walnut and stone desk designed by Paul Mccobb for Calvin Furniture in the early
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Stone, Brass
Writing Desk by George Nelson
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A single pedestal writing desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller with a built-in pivoting lamp
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Steel
Hans Von Klier Desk for Skipper
By Hans Von Klier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning executive chrome and walnut desk by Hans Von Klier for Skipper. Made in Italy. Massive
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Chrome
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Desk by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Highland, IN
This desk by T.H. Robsjo-Gibbings for Widdicomb has a strong architectural quality and great
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Danish Freestanding Teak Desk with Floating Top, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Freestanding Teak Desk with Floating Top, 1950s.
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Teak
Aldo Tura Italian Brown Parchment Veneer Desk
By Aldo Tura
Located in New York, NY
Italian 1940/1950s brown parchment veneer desk with brass trimmed edge and 4 drawers supported on 2
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Brass
Franco Albini for Poggi Model 840 Stadera Desk
By Franco Albini, Poggi
Located in Milano, IT
is possible to best position each element in the desk.
Its single pedestal designed legs are made of
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Metal
Vintage Cini Boeri for Knoll Lunario Cantilevered Table/Desk
By Cini Boeri, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant Mid-Century Modern desk features a polished stainless steel base with a 1/2 inch thick
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Stainless Steel
Modernist Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A boldly angled modernist single pedestal desk having a distinctive raised gallery with sliding
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Brass
Vintage Burl Wood and Brass Campaign Desk by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage burl wood campaign desk designed by John Widdicomb for Widdicomb Furniture in the United
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Brass
Murano Vintage Millefiori Flower Mosaic Italian Art Glass Pedestal Paperweight
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
desk, dresser or coffee table. Mid-century era. Measures 8" tall x 3 3/8" wide at the base.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Murrine
1950s Demilune Vanity or Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A solid wood double pedestal desk or vanity with demilune curve to accommodate seating and
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk
Materials
Wood
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Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage midcentury modern pedestal desk for your home. Each vintage midcentury modern pedestal desk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. There are many kinds of the vintage midcentury modern pedestal desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage midcentury modern pedestal desk is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one vintage midcentury modern pedestal desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Herman Miller, George Nelson and Bevan Funnell Ltd. produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Vintage Midcentury Modern Pedestal Desk?
The average selling price for a vintage midcentury modern pedestal desk at 1stDibs is $2,475, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $12,500 for the highest priced.
A Close Look at mid-century-modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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