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What is a desk with shelves called?
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What a desk with shelves is called depends on its design. A desk that features integrated shelving is usually referred to as a credenza. A separate detachable shelving unit that accompanies a desk is a hutch. Explore a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary desks on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
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Paolo Buffa for Galdino Maspero Writing Desk in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paolo Buffa for Galdino Maspero, writing desk, walnut, Italy, first half of the 1940s
This writing desk, designed by Paolo Buffa and meticulously crafted by Galdino Maspero in the f...
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
German Industrial Architects Drawing Table by HUHAG Circa 1920s
Located in Gloucester, GB
German Industrial Architects Drawing Table by HUHAG Circa 1920s
- Cast iron frame
- Adjustable pine drawing board
- Working mechanical height and tilt adjustment system
- Integrate...
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Vintage 1920s German Industrial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Cast Iron
Unique Italian Mid-Century Art Deco Walnut Burl Wood Writing Desk Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Unique and beautiful Italian desk writing table, in beautiful veneer burl wood forming great decors from different veins, with the 2 leveled top and drawers standing on the four eleg...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood
Domino 1-Drawer Canaletto Walnut Writing Desk
By Modesign
Located in Milan, IT
A design exuding sleekness and warmth, this precious Canaletto walnut writing desk is a cabinetmaking gem. The lightweight construction speaks to its modern spirit, while the natural...
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2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
$3,520 / item
Italian Mid-Century Modern 1950s Sculptural Writing Desk in Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Writing desk, mahogany, glass, Italy, 1950s
This exceptional Italian desk from the 1950s embodies the sophistication and expressive freedom that defined the finest mid-century desig...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Architects Drawing Board By Kuhlmann Circa 1950s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Architects Drawing Board By Kuhlmann Circa 1950s
- Articulated cast iron base
- Height adjustable and pivotable
- Pine board
- The rear side of the board is covered in a collection...
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Vintage 1950s German Industrial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Cast Iron
