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Antique Writer's Desk, English, Inlay, Side, Serving Table, Georgian, C.1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique writer's desk. An English, mahogany side or serving table, dating to the
Category
Antique Late 18th Century British Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
H 33.27 in W 61.23 in D 25.6 in
Danish modern Teak and Chrome 6 drawer Writers desk by Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik
By Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik, Poul Nørreklit, Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Unique Danish modern Teak and Chrome 6 drawer Writers desk by Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik. Very
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Chrome
H 29 in W 59 in D 29 in
Solid Wood Writer's Desk Maple with Steel Joinery and Removable Legs
By Stefan Rurak
Located in Biddeford, ME
This writer's desk is an exercise in restraint. This sleek desk’s tapered legs are made from solid
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Writers Desk in Oak w/ Acid Etched Bronze Frame by Harry Lunstead Designs, 1970s
By Paul Evans, Harry Lunstead
Located in Deland, FL
Simultaneously minimal and stylish this exceptional writers desk, designed by Harry Lundstead, is
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Bronze
H 28 in W 47.25 in D 27 in
Solid Wood Writer's Desk in Walnut with Steel Joinery and Removable Legs
By Stefan Rurak
Located in Biddeford, ME
This writer's desk is an exercise in restraint. This sleek desk’s tapered legs are made from solid
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Restored Mid-Century Modern Writers Desk in Walnut with Leather Top, USA, 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing an extraordinary writer's desk fresh out of our restoration shop. Originally built in
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 29.25 in W 60.75 in D 30.75 in
Unika Arne Jacobsen Writer's Desk Denmark 1961 Scandinavinan Modern
By Jørgen Wolf, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
design and history, a unique desk by architect and designer Arne Jacobsen and executed by master
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Antique Decorative Desk Stand, Indian, Ebony, Colonial Writer's Tidy, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique decorative desk stand. An Indian, ebony Colonial writer's tidy, dating to the
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian British Colonial Desk Sets
Materials
Ebony
H 8.08 in W 14.18 in D 10.24 in
19th Century Swedish Country Empire Pine Secretaire
Located in Kramfors, SE
in brass. The writers desk has an interior with multiple small drawers, each with a wood knob
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Secretaires
Materials
Pine
Unusual Swedish Antique Tall Country Secretary Desk in Painted Pine
Located in Kramfors, SE
writers desk - see picture. Nothing that effects the function. Height to writers desk is 72cm, totalt
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Secretaires
Materials
Pine
Found Art Scuplture Perfectly Patinated Type Writer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Found art perfectly patinated type writer ready for immediate viewing. Great for the producer
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories
Montblanc ballpoint, the Limited Writers Edition, Daniel Defoe 2014
By Montblanc
Located in Delft, NL
Montblanc ballpoint, the Limited Writers Edition, Daniel Defoe 2014
Montblanc ballpoint , the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Desk Sets
Materials
Resin
Tapperella Desk by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Tapperella desk by Colé Italia with Emmanuel Gallina
Dimensions: H 75, D 80, W 127 cm
Materials
Category
2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Oak
21st Century Collins Desk Walnut Wood
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
skilled mystery story writer and a Pioneer of detective fiction. Collins desk is handcrafted in walnut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak, Walnut
1980s Italian Architectural Otto 121' High Back Chairs by Paola Navone for Gerva
By Paola Navone
Located in Boston, MA
Gervasoni, circa 1990s. Perfect height for a writer's desk or corner accent chair or extra dining chairs
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 41.5 in W 16.5 in D 20.5 in
Pietro Lingeri Desk in Briar Root Veneer
By Pietro Lingeri
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pietro Lingeri, desk, briar root veneer, glass, brass, metal, Italy, 1930s
This rationalist desk
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
21st Century Walnut Wood Kipling Desk Leather Brass
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Kipling was an English author and the first English-language writer to receive the Nobel Prize in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Antique Writing Desk, English, Oak, Leather, Correspondence Table, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique writing desk. An English, oak and leather correspondence table, dating to the
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 30.91 in W 36.23 in D 23.82 in
Antique Correspondence Desk, English, Library, Writing Table, Cotswold School
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage correspondence desk. An English, solid teak library or writing table in the
Category
Mid-20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
H 43.12 in W 57.09 in D 23.63 in
Gio Ponti Desk from " Banca Nazionale del Lavoro , Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful walnut executive desk designed by Gio Ponti and produced by Schirolli for Banca Nazionale
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Tapparelle Desk, in Solid Oak, Contemporary design, hand made in Italy
By Emmanuel Gallina
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Tapparelle is a desk in solid oak with a strong and material grain, where the sinuous and modern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
H 29.53 in W 50.01 in D 31.5 in
19th Century Swedish Off-White Painted Desk with Carved Reeded Drawer
Located in Atlanta, GA
.
This desk is not merely a functional workspace; it's a statement piece. Perfect for writers, thinkers
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
H 30.75 in W 31.5 in D 19.25 in
Tapparelle Desk, in Solid Oak, Inspired by Ancient Roll-Up Shutter Office
By Emmanuel Gallina
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Tapparelle is a desk in solid oak with a strong and material grain, where the sinuous and modern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
H 29.53 in W 50.01 in D 31.5 in
Gio Ponti Desk for RIMA Made in Walnut, Chromed Steel and Plastic. Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti, RIMA
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
This writing desk, designed by renowned architect Gio Ponti in 1956, was specifically created for
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
H 29.73 in W 66.93 in D 29.73 in
Mid-Century Modern Carlo de Carli Writing Desk Solid Beech Maple and Mahogany
By Carlo De Carli
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-Century Modern Carlo di Carli writing desk in solid beech, maple, and mahogany the bottom of
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Beech, Mahogany, Maple
H 30.71 in W 43.31 in D 23.63 in
Travel Lap Desk Walnut 19th C. on Stand as Side Table Decorative Gift Antique La
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exquisite English lap traveling desk portable. Countryside writing bureau in good condition
Category
Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 20 in W 19.5 in D 10.5 in
Antique French Ecritoire Desk in Burled Elm, circa 1830
Located in Dallas, TX
desk with interior compartments to hold writing materials, such as pens and ink. While in use, the
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Desk Sets
Materials
Metal, Brass
20th Century Italian Walnut Writing Table, Desk Set with a Chair by Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern Italian freestanding writing table, desk set with two drawers and a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 32 in W 55 in D 28.5 in
Three-Piece Art Deco Machine Age Cobalt Mirror and Chrome Desk Set by Victor
By Victor
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated Art Deco Machine Age desk set was realized by the celebrated American maker
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Chrome
H 3.5 in W 7.5 in D 5.5 in
18th Century Secretary Desk Writer’s Bureau
Located in Pasadena, TX
48" Victorian secretary desk writer’s Bureau
Crafted from solid cherry, this multi-function
Category
Antique Late 18th Century North American Victorian Secretaires
Materials
Cherry
A Victorian kidney shaped desk in richly figured burr walnut, attributed to Gill
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Victorian kidney shaped desk in richly figured burr walnut, attributed to Gillows, the shaped
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks
Materials
Walnut
H 28.75 in W 52 in D 22.5 in
Rare Version of Herman Miller George Nelson Action Office Series Roll Top Desk
By George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
Yale University in the 1920s, and in the next two decades earned a strong reputation as a writer on
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Aluminum
H 33 in W 64 in D 32 in
20th Century Italian Small Mahogany Schirolli Mantova Writing Table by Gio Ponti
By Schirolli, Gio Ponti
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Ponti and produced by Schirolli Mantova in good condition. This rectangular desk has a white-grey
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Laminate, Formica, Mahogany
No Reserve
H 30.75 in W 43.25 in D 25.5 in
Louis XVI Kingwood Antique Writing Table a Rognon, France, 19th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
a rognon, being of kidney form to allow a writer to easily pull up to the table. Intricately
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29.38 in W 34.88 in D 18.5 in
Georgian writing table w/ drawers from early 18th C to 19th C in Great Britain
By Alfonso Marina
Located in Bosques de las Lomas, MX
functionality without compromising style.
These tables were very popular among professionals such as writers
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
H 30.25 in W 84.5 in D 43.25 in
George Eliot's Writing Table
Located in Dorking, GB
revolving tray.
A writer like George Eliot might have used one section for her reference books, another
Category
Antique 1860s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
A.W.N Pugin and Sir Charles Barry, an Important Gothic Revival Oak Library Table
By Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin
Located in London, GB
of the celebrated poet Lord Byron. She was an important figure, a mathematician and writer, who is
Category
Antique 1830s English Gothic Revival Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
H 31 in W 60 in D 34 in
Early 20th Century Edwardian Double Inkwell with Horseshoe Pen Holder
Located in Middleburg, VA
Early 20th century Edwardian double inkwell with horseshoe pen holder
This double inkwell desk set
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Inkwells
Materials
Glass, Wood
Tiffany Zodiac large Letter box holder and large blotter ends Arts and Crafts
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Mobile, AL
fantastic gift for a writer, Arts and Crafts collector, Tiffany enthusiast or anyone interested in the
Category
Vintage 1910s American Arts and Crafts Desk Sets
Materials
Bronze
H 0.5 in W 19.25 in D 2 in
Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd Antique Sterling Silver Treasury Inkstand
By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ink and pounce bottles; the central segment is typically reserved for the writers pen.
The rounded
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Vintage 1930s English Inkwells
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 4.1 in W 6.5 in D 10.9 in
1930s Czech Chrome and Wood Armchair
Located in Chicago, IL
, Czech artists, writers and furniture makers were inspired by modernist theories and experimented with
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Antique Carved Inkwell, Swiss Milk Cow, Late 19th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
the writer to sprinkle the sand on the paper before inking to aid in the drying process. Excess pounce
Category
Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Inkwells
Materials
Cut Glass, Wood
Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Checkerboard Table Clock, "Tempo 21" Tower 3
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Kansas City, MO
, Writer, Designer, Teacher' von Vegesack and Eisenbrand, pg. 303.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Aluminum
H 20 in W 8.25 in D 1.75 in
Postmodern Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Olympus Table Clock "Tempo 21"
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Kansas City, MO
: 'George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher' von Vegesack and Eisenbrand, pg. 303.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Aluminum
Checkerboard Table Clock, "Tempo 21" Tower 2 by George Nelson, 1984
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Kansas City, MO
, enameled aluminum
Literature: 'George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher' von Vegesack and
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Aluminum
Postmodern Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Metro Table Clock "Tempo 21"
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Kansas City, MO
literature: 'George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher' von Vegesack and Eisenbrand, pg. 303
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Aluminum
Antique Victorian Rosewood Davenport
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
pop-up document holder and pen tray, perfect for a writer or a scholar's use.
Adorning the top is a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Desks
Materials
Rosewood
Naudet & Co. 1915-1916 Paris World War I French Aviation Altimeter Militaire
Located in Miami, FL
was given to the Captain James Norman Hall. WWI Flyer and Writer. 1887-1951. Most probably the
Category
Vintage 1910s French Industrial Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass, Steel
Extremely Rare, 20th Century Arthur Conan Doyle Goyard Desk Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Extremely rare, Goyard Desk Trunk
Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a British doctor and writer
Category
Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Antique Secretaire Cabinet, English, Chest of Drawers, Bureau, Desk, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
writing desk, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.
Gracefully concealed writing desk fit for a
Category
Antique Late 18th Century British Cabinets
Materials
Wood
H 43.51 in W 42.52 in D 20.48 in
Victorian Old Paris Porcelain Figurine Caricature Victor Hugo Alexandre Duma
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
.
He was one of the more prolific and most popular French writers of the 19th century
Abroad well
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
H 7.3 in W 5.1 in D 5.1 in
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Wall Shelf, Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
its internal components.
In 1928 Albini designed the now-iconic "Albini Desk", combining steel, glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Corrado Corradi Dell' Acqua Set of Two T12 Montecarlo Tables by Azucena 1949
By Corrado Corradi Dell'acqua, Azucena
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
in crystal, they are the perfect companion for any seats, beds, or desks.
The brass structure
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Crystal, Brass
H 18.12 in W 21.07 in D 21.07 in
circa 1880 French Plaster Sculpture of Francois Rene De Chateaubriand
Located in Dallas, TX
would make a fantastic desk accessory for the office of any scholars, politicians, or writers.
Category
Antique 1880s French Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
H 20.75 in W 12.125 in D 16.5 in
Franco Albini Mid-Century Wall Shelf in Rattan and Bamboo, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
glass, so to show its internal components.
In 1928 Albini designed the now-iconic "Albini Desk
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
H 9.06 in W 31.5 in D 9.06 in
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Wall Shelf or Console, Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
1928 Albini designed the now-iconic "Albini Desk", combining steel, glass and wood with a striking
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
H 9.85 in W 20.48 in D 9.45 in
Italian Round Ottoman Stool in Rattan and Bamboo, Franco Albini 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
1928 Albini designed the now-iconic "Albini Desk", combining steel, glass and wood with a striking
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Midcentury Wall Shelf or Console, Rattan and Bamboo, Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
components.
In 1928 Albini designed the now-iconic "Albini Desk", combining steel, glass and wood with a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
H 13.78 in W 36.23 in D 10.24 in
Black Briccola-Ge Shelf by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
: wall angular hanged writing desk; wall lacquered supports in wood pulp. 2 solid oak shelves with
Category
2010s Italian Modern Shelves
Materials
Ceramic, Oak
White Briccola-ge Shelf by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
: Wall angular hanged writing desk; wall lacquered supports in wood pulp. 2 solid oak shelves with
Category
2010s Italian Modern Shelves
Materials
Ceramic, Oak
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Writers Desk For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal writers desk for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and steel, every writers desk was constructed with great care. Find 11 options for an antique or vintage writers desk now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the writers desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A writers desk, designed in the Industrial, Folk Art or Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one writers desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Stefan Rurak and Jens Risom produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Writers Desk?
A writers desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,250, while the lowest priced sells for $99 and the highest can go for as much as $7,500.
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