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Harvey Probber Writing Desk- Signed
By Harvey Probber
Located in Trenton, NJ
This impressive mid-century modern writing desk from Harvey Probber features a striking yet simple
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Harvey Probber Writing Desk- Signed
Harvey Probber Writing Desk- Signed
H 30 in W 48 in D 18.5 in
Mid Century Modern Writing Desk with 4 Drawers
By Drexel
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern writing desk by Drexel features hardwood construction, original limed oak
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Mid Century Teak Five Drawer Austinsuite Low Desk/Dresser
By Austinsuite
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Mid Century Teak Five Drawer Austinsuite Low Desk/Dresser, Danish style on four Pin legs. This
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Teak Five Drawer Austinsuite Low Desk/Dresser
Mid Century Teak Five Drawer Austinsuite Low Desk/Dresser
No Reserve
H 26.78 in W 57.88 in D 18.9 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Roll Top Desk or Dresser in Rosewood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A writing desk and cabinet from Denmark circa 1960's. It features beautifully grained rosewood with
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Rare Five-Piece Drexel Counterpoint Modular Desk Dresser Mid-Century Modern
By John Van Koert
Located in Pemberton, NJ
mirrored desk/vanity and matching desk chair. This set also features two small dressers with three drawers
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Cherry, Mahogany

Antique 19th Century Dovetail Joints Secretary Drop Front Desk w Drawers Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Antique 19th Century Dovetail Joints Secretary Drop Front desk w drawers dresser.
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Antique 19th Century American Federal Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Retro Leather Top Desk/Dresser with Mirrored Interior Peter Hayward for UNIFLEX
By Peter Hayward, Uniflex
Located in Torquay, GB
Mid-century two tone walnut and leather flip top desk/dresser. Designed by Peter Hayward as part of
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mirror, Wood

Pierre Cardin desk
By Francesco Bocola, Pierre Cardin
Located in Bruxelles, BE
alongside with the coffee table and the dresser and desk chair. The desk is signed also the dresser . A
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Vintage 1980s European Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Pierre Cardin desk
Pierre Cardin desk
H 29.34 in W 84.65 in D 38.59 in
American Chippendale Secretary Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Chippendale style drop front dresser with hidden desk. Cherry wood dresser with brass
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20th Century Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

American Chippendale Secretary Desk
American Chippendale Secretary Desk
H 39.25 in W 36 in D 19 in
Florence Knoll Model 17 Desk
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Saint Paul, MN
Alongside the model 75 stool, this desk was part of Florence Knoll's first collection of designs
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Maple

Florence Knoll Model 17 Desk
Florence Knoll Model 17 Desk
H 29 in W 48 in D 24 in
18th Century English Dresser with 19th Century Chinoiserie Decoration
Located in Norwalk, CT
Lovely form on this 18th century desk with a beautiful chinoiserie finish added in the 19th century
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers, Dresser, Scotland 1890, H683
Located in Vancouver, BC
Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers, Dresser, Scotland 1890, H683 Scotland 1890 Solid Walnut
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Fine French 1970s Desk-Console-Commode
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French 1970s desk in palisander with seven drawers and one door. As all sides of the piece
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Palisander

Fine French 1970s Desk-Console-Commode
Fine French 1970s Desk-Console-Commode
H 31.11 in W 63 in D 18.9 in
Midcentury Swedish Rolltop Secretary Desk by Egon Ostergaard
By Egon Ostergaard
Located in Detroit, MI
piece is perfect for the living room or home office and can be used as desk, storage cabinet, dresser or
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Collinson & Lock, Attri to E W Godwin, A Fine Quality Rosewood Writing Table
By Edward William Godwin, Collinson & Lock
Located in London, GB
Collinson and Lock. Attributed to E W Godwin. An exceptional quality rosewood writing table with
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Antique 1870s English Anglo-Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

"Optimum" Walnut Desk Designed by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie'
By Stephane Lebrun, Dessie Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, small tables, writing desks, console tables, bedside tables, chairs, bookcases, dressers, cabinets
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Walnut

Swedish Biedermeier Birch Veneered Desk or Console Table, Circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Biedermeier birch veneered desk with drawers from the 19th century. This antique desk
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Modern Galaxy Desk with Églomisé Mirror and Earl Grey Oak by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Custom Galaxy desk by Ercole Home is six drawer dresser with a connected desk workspace that
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2010s American Desks and Writing Tables

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Cut Glass, Oak

Mid-Century Danish Teak Secretaire w/ Tapered Legs, Pull Out Desk, and Storage
By Trekanten
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Little Mid-Century Danish teak vanity, desk or dresser with tapered legs. Lightly refinished with
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Midcentury Modern Desk in Hardwood & White Top by Jorge Zalszupin, 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
contains the heritage plaque. Originally, the piece was used not only as a desk but as a dresser in the
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Formica, Hardwood

Antique Spanish Walnut Burl and Rosewood Claw Foot Drop Front Secretary Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Spanish Walnut Burl and Rosewood Claw Foot Drop Front Secretary Desk This beautiful
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Antique Early 1900s Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

"Tecnica" Walnut Top Desk with Tie Rods Designed by Jaume Tresserra for Dessie'
By Jaime Tresserra, Dessie Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
desks, console tables, bedside tables, chairs, bookcases, dressers, cabinets, cupboards, upholstered
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Stainless Steel, Nickel

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut 8-Drawer Dresser / Writing Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
drawers on the right, the top of which folds down to create a writing desk, all with rounded rectangular
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut 8-Drawer Dresser / Writing Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
drawers on the right, the top of which folds down to create a writing desk, all with rounded rectangular
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut, Wood

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut 8-Drawer Dresser / Writing Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
drawers on the right, the top of which folds down to create a writing desk, all with rounded rectangular
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Lowboy Dresser With Pull Out Desk
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Trenton, NJ
Check out this Vintage Lowboy Dresser with Pull-Out Hideaway Writing Desk – a stunning piece
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood

19th C. Antique Writing Stand Desk Office Inkwell Center Piece Chinese Porcelain
Located in West Hollywood, CA
19th C. Antique writing stand desk Office Inkwell Center Piece Chinese Porcelain . This beautiful
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Antique 19th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Mid Century Lowboy Dresser with Limed Oak FInish
By Drexel
Located in Freehold, NJ
pair of nightstands, writing desk, and highboy dresser available separately. Dimensions: 58w 19d 33h
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Oak

Mid Century Modern Highboy Dresser with Limed Oak Finish
By Drexel
Located in Freehold, NJ
. 

 Matching lowboy dresser, pair of nightstands, and writing desk available separately. Dimensions: 37w 19d
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Oak

Napoleón III , French wood bronze Dresser with mirror
By Napoléon III
Located in Valladolid, ES
five), as well as a removable writing tray, with embossed camel leather, thus becoming a bureau or desk
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Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Dressers

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Low Boy Dresser Vanity
Located in San Marcos, CA
lively wood grain and a slide our top drawer that can be used as a writing desk or a vanity with built-in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

Materials

Teak

Italian Wooden Desk Chest of Drawers
By Italian Sculptor 19 th Century
Located in Milano, IT
something more. With a small key, the drawer unlocks to reveal a stunning writing desk. Gracefully lifting
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Antique 1790s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Marble

Italian Wooden Desk Chest of Drawers
Italian Wooden Desk Chest of Drawers
H 105 in W 120 in D 62 in
Nils Jonsson Teak Vanity Dresser for Torring Møbelfabrik by HJN Mobler, c. 1960s
By HJN Møbler, Nils Jonsson, Torring Mobelfabrik
Located in Deland, FL
aesthetically pleasing. Cleverly designed to function as both a dresser, vanity and writing desk this unique
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Teak

Antique Italian Neoclassical 18th Century Slant Front Desk
Located in Palm Springs, CA
. A beautiful functional piece of furniture that serves as a desk and also as a dresser or chest.
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Antique 18th Century Desks

Materials

Wood

Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Secretary Desk in Solid Teak
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in San Diego, CA
space like a New York apartment. It can serve many functions such as a desk and dresser. Peter Hvidt
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

1980's Campaign Style Bachelor Chest of Six Drawers
By Henkel Harris, Heritage Furniture, Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
Writing Desk".
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20th Century American Campaign Dressers

Materials

Brass

Art Deco/Nouveau Waterfall Vanity with Drawers
Located in Pasadena, TX
used as a small writing desk if desired. Its compact size makes it perfect for smaller spaces, while
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Mahogany

PH Grand Dressing Table, brass legs, black oak veneer, white ash wood drawers
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
table that can be used for display or as a beautiful writing desk.
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2010s Danish Bauhaus Dressers

Materials

Brass

PH Grand Dressing Table, brass legs, natural oak veneer, white ash wood drawers
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
table that can be used for display or as a beautiful writing desk.
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2010s Danish Bauhaus Dressers

Materials

Brass

PH Grand Dressing Table, Brass Legs, Mahogany Veneer, White Ashwood Drawers
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
table that can be used for display or as a beautiful writing desk.
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2010s Danish Bauhaus Dressers

Materials

Brass

Antique Swedish Golden Ash Biedermeier Secretary Chest Dresser Desk inlaid 1820
Located in Portland, OR
architectural pediment, below is a locking fall-front writing surface (with the original key) enlcosing a fitted
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Antique 1820s Swedish Biedermeier Secretaires

Materials

Ash, Ebony

Antique French Louis XVI Inlaid Rosewood Secretaire Abattant Desk Dresser, 1880
Located in Portland, OR
inlaid drawers, the fall front having a red baize writing surface. Below are four locking drawers each
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Secretaires

Materials

Marble

Restored Mid Century Rattan Dresser/Vanity Bedroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
small writing desk/vanity. The set features Formica tops and fronts finished with rattan trim and pulls
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Vintage 1950s American Bedroom Sets

Materials

Rattan, Formica

20th Century Louis XV Style Dresser/Dressing Table, Transformable Furniture
Located in Berlin, DE
20th Century Louis XV style dresser/desk, transformable furniture, unique Impressive and unique
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20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Chest/Desk, John Stuart, Paul Frankl Design
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company, John Stuart
Located in Stamford, CT
graduating drawer dresser or chest having an interior desk that folds down to reveal a 13 1/2 inch deep by 37
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Maitland Smith Miniature Knee Hole Desk Keepsake Jewelry Box Chest
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
writing desk, intricately hand painted with a lattice pattern accented with forget-me-nots and and
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Late 20th Century Georgian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

"Brown" Pc/Laptop Unit Cabinet or Desk Designed by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie'
By Stephane Lebrun, Dessie Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, including tables, small tables, writing desks, console tables, bedside tables, chairs, bookcases, dressers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Iron, Nickel

Mid Century Modern Pair of Nightstands with Limed Oak Finish
By Drexel
Located in Freehold, NJ
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Matching high & low dresser and writing desk available separately. Dimensions: 21.5w 21d 26h Condition
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Oak

Venetian Rococo Style Walnut Secretary Lacquered by Ira Yeager
By Ira Yeager
Located in Rio Vista, CA
bombe shaped dresser base with a drop front diminutive writing table. The drop front has two storage
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Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Harvey Probber Storage Headboard- Full Size Bed
By Harvey Probber
Located in Trenton, NJ
offering an array of bedside storage options. Matching nine drawer dresser, writing desk, chest of drawers
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Danish Rosewood Bookcase by Johannes Sorth, 1960s.
By Nexø Møbelfabrik 1
Located in Asaa, DK
cases from the same series. The pull out desktop adds another function as a secretaire or writing desk
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

"Kyo-Co" Veneered Plywood Stool Designed by Nathalie Orlandi for Dessie'
By Dessie Studio, Nathalie Orlandi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, including tables, small tables, writing desks, console tables, bedside tables, chairs, bookcases, dressers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Wenge, Walnut, Rosewood, Oak, Plywood

"Hanbury" Fabric or Leather Lounge Chair Made in Teak by Dessie' Collection
By Dessie Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
pieces. A collection, including tables, small tables, writing desks, console tables, bedside tables
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak, Leather

"Kyo-Co" Veneered Plywood Pedestal Designed by Nathalie Orlandi for Dessie'
By Nathalie Orlandi, Dessie Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. A collection, including tables, small tables, writing desks, console tables, bedside tables, chairs
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Oak, Wenge, Walnut, Rosewood, Plywood

"Scomodino" C-Shaped Side Table with Drawer by Dessie' Studio
By Dessie Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
essential and high quality pieces. A collection, including tables, small tables, writing desks, console
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Wenge, Walnut, Oak, Wood

"Kyo-Co" Leather Covered Plywood Stool by Nathalie Orlandi for Dessie'
By Dessie Studio, Nathalie Orlandi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
desks, console tables, bedside tables, chairs, bookcases, dressers, cabinets, cupboards, upholstered
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Plywood, Leather

18th Century, Italian Walnut Wood Chest of Drawers with Secrétaire
Located in IT
it provides a shelf for writing and reveals two small drawers, a compartment closed by a door and two
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Antique Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Nutwood

"Petit Cuvee" Low Round Side Table Designed by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie'
By Dessie Studio, Stephane Lebrun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
essential and high quality pieces. A collection, including tables, small tables, writing desks, console
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Nickel

"Kwaak" Wooden Square Table Designed by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie'
By Stephane Lebrun, Dessie Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
tables, small tables, writing desks, console tables, bedside tables, chairs, bookcases, dressers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tables

Materials

Oak, Rosewood, Walnut, Wood, Plywood

"Grand Table" Oval Table Designed by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie'
By Dessie Studio, Stephane Lebrun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
tables, small tables, writing desks, console tables, bedside tables, chairs, bookcases, dressers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

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Writing Desk Dresser For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the writing desk dresser you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A writing desk dresser — often made from wood, hardwood and metal — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the writing desk dresser you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right writing desk dresser, those designed in Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made writing desk dresser over the years, but those crafted by Atelier Majorelle, Bertil Fridhagen and Bodafors are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Writing Desk Dresser?

Prices for a writing desk dresser can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,250 and can go as high as $13,725, while the average can fetch as much as $3,163.
Questions About Writing Desk Dresser
  • 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A small writing table is also called a davenport table or davenport desk. They normally feature a sloped or inclined top attached with hinges to the back of the table. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage davenport desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A writing desk with drawers is also called a secretary. It is a desk with drawers, one of which can be pushed out and the front of the desk lowered to create a flat writing surface. These writing desks have been made in a variety of styles over the years. Shop for a variety of writing tables with drawers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    What an old-fashioned writing desk is called varies by design. Pieces with drop-down fronts are secretary desks (these are typically made of two parts: a chest of drawers on the bottom and a hutch or cupboard with shelves on the top), while ones that rest on two pillars, cabinets or bookcases are pedestal desks. A desk with a small writing surface positioned in front of drawers and cubbies is a bureau à gradin. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.