Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
SPANISH COLONIAL STYLE
After the conquest of Mexico in 1521 and the Philippines in 1565, Spain dictated a global culture. The colonization of territories in the Americas, Western Europe, Africa, Oceania and the Pacific imposed the values of Spain, including Catholicism, while the extraction of resources reinforced the empire’s wealth and power. Unlike many styles that came out of European colonialism, such as British Colonial, Spanish Colonial furniture and architecture frequently mixed local heritage with the artistic traditions of Spain.
Spanish Colonial furniture was informed by the shifting styles of Europe as well as Indigenous culture. There were Inca tapestries depicting Spanish coats of arms and Baroque chairs adorned with tropical flora. The butaca, a low easy chair popular in the Caribbean, was inspired by Rococo’s curving forms and the shape of precolonial seating. In New Mexico, Pueblo artisans carved chests with patterns reminiscent of Anasazi art.
Even within the homes of the wealthy, furniture was usually restricted to necessities like benches, desks, cupboards and chests. These were often ornately designed and especially important for storing prized goods like textiles. Spanish Colonial houses were built with adobe and clay and tended to be minimally decorated, so the style’s heavily carved wooden furniture pieces stood out against a home’s white stucco walls.
The Spanish Colonial period mostly came to an end after the territories achieved independence from Spain. However, its aesthetics continued to influence Southwestern style and Spanish Colonial Revival style after Spanish Colonial style was used extensively at San Diego’s 1915 Panama-California Exposition.
Find a collection of antique Spanish Colonial chairs, tables, bedroom furniture and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Spanish Colonial
Jesus Ballester Marco Spanish Revival Mahogany Sideboard Library Console Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Jesus Ballester Marco of Valencia, Spain sideboard, library console or writing desk. Made of mahogany featuring rectangular form with scrolled iron and acanthus accents over...
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Late 20th Century Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Mahogany
Mid-Century Spanish Catalan Table Sofa Hall Entry Console Table Oak Iron 82.5" W
Located in Tyler, TX
HARD-TO-FIND Mid-Century Spanish Catalan WIDE Console, Sofa Table, Entry, Hall or Foyer Table ~~82.5" Wide~~c. Mid-20th Century
Beautiful distressed oak ...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Iron
Antique Spanish Colonial Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Spanish Colonial Desk honors the traditional craftsmanship of the Iberian peninsula, with a design that dates back centuries! Using solid planks of selected hardwoods, the t...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Steel
18th Century Spanish Colonial Baroque Walnut Two Drawer Table
Located in Milford, NH
A good example of a Spanish Colonial Baroque solid walnut two drawer table with original lock hardware, pegged construction, bobbin turned legs, and strong base stretchers. Dates to ...
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18th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Wrought Iron
Spanish Colonial Narrow Console Table with Two Drawers with Iron Hardware
By Valenti
Located in Miami, FL
Spanish colonial narrow console table with two carved drawers
This piece has a two-pedestal legs with an awesome carved.
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Iron
Early 20th Spanish Mobila Country Farm Desk with, Side Table or Butcher Block
Located in Miami, FL
A charming early 20th century Spanish pine farm table with four tapered legs and a wonderfully well-worn finish from a century of use. Table works well for dining, but can also be us...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Pine
Half Round Horse Shoe Shape Drop Leaf Ends Serving Writing Library Gallery Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Half Round Horse Shoe Shape Drop Leaf Ends Serving Writing Library Gallery Table.
Hand Forged Iron Base.
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20th Century American Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Iron, Wrought Iron
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 secretary’s desk from Spain is handcrafted from Walnut Burl and Rosewood. It has a dro...
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Early 1900s Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
Pair of Early 20th Spanish Mobila Country Farm Desk with Two Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
A charming early 20th century Spanish pine farm table with four legs and back side trestle and a wonderfully well-worn finish from a century of use.
Height from to the drawers : ...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Pine
Antique Kittinger Spanish Colonial Walnut Fall Front Secretary Desk Barley Twist
Located in Dayton, OH
"Extremely rare 1 of a kind early Kittinger Spanish Colonial fall front secretary or library desk. A Rectangular form made from solid walnut with tra...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
Spanish Colonial Writing Table/Console, circa 18th-19th Century
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a superb example of a late 18th century or early 19th century Spanish Colonial, most probably Mexican, three-drawer writing desk. The mesquite (perhaps sabino) wood structure...
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Early 19th Century Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood
Early 20th Spanish Mobila Country Farm Desk Table or Butcher Block
Located in Miami, FL
A charming early 20th century Spanish pine farm table with six legs and a wonderfully well-worn finish from a century of use. Table works well for ...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Pine
Spanish Colonial Desk or Console Table with Two Drawers Signed by Valentí
By Valenti
Located in Miami, FL
Spanish colonial desk or console table with two drawers signed by Valentí
This piece has a two-pedestal legs with an awesome carved. The top has a red leather.
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Leather, Walnut
18th Century Spanish Oak and Walnut Library Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome 18th century Spanish colonial library table or refectory table fronted by a single drawer. The carved oak case is supported by turned b...
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18th Century European Antique Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Oak, Walnut
Two Drawers Spanish Colonial Heavy Solid Wood Planks Construction Chest Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Two Drawers Spanish Colonial Heavy Solid Wood Planks Construction Bachelor Chest Dresser Entry Console Commode.
Cabriole style leg heavy brass drop p...
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20th Century American Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Spanish Mobila Country Farm Desk with, Side Table or Butcher Block
Located in Miami, FL
A charming early 20th century Spanish pine farm table with four tapered legs and a wonderfully well-worn finish from a century of use. Table works well for dining, but can also be us...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Pine
Early 20th Spanish Mobila Country Farm Desk with, Side Table or Butcher Block
Located in Miami, FL
A charming early 20th century Spanish pine farm table with four tapered legs and a wonderfully well-worn finish from a century of use. Table works well for dining, but can also be us...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Pine
Custom Hand-Carved Walnut Writing Desk with Pencil Drawer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small scale, petite writing desk with barley twist legs, carved edge and apron detail as well as hand forged iron stretchers. As shown, in Walnut with a medium distress. Can be made ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
Dos Gallos Custom Writing Desk with Spiral Legs, Drawers and Iron Supports
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our Custom Salamanca two-drawer oak writing desk with iron supports. Hand-carved details throughout. Iron pulls. Beautiful patina. Can be made in any size, and finish. Can also be ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Iron
17th Century Spanish Walnut Bureau/Desk, circa 1690, Chest of Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
17th century Spanish walnut bureau/desk, circa 1690. Chest of drawers.
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Late 17th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
Custom Primitive Saint Anthony Table by Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom walnut dining table or desk with X-stretchers. Narrow profile. 1inch thick top. Can be made in walnut, oak or mahogany in a range of finishes. Shown here in a medium walnut wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
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Spanish Colonial desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Spanish Colonial desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage desks and writing tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Spanish Colonial desks and writing tables made in a specific country, there are Europe, Spain, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original desks and writing tables, popular names associated with this style include Dos Gallos Studio, Valenti, Alfonso Marina, and Kittinger Furniture Company . It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for desks and writing tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,900 and tops out at $17,500 while the average work can sell for $4,310.
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