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What is a Japanese desk called?
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What a Japanese desk is called depends on its style. A chabudai is a short work desk that rests on folding legs, making it easy to transport. Zens are another type of portable desk that resembles a tray. People commonly use them both for dining and work. Another type of desk is the kotatsu. This desk features a frame that rests over a heater and has a soft cloth cover. A tabletop sits on top of the kotatsu, providing a surface for writing, reading and using a laptop computer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Japanese desks.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Japanese Antique Writing Desk, Keyaki Wood, Early Showa Period (1926-1936s)
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This Japanese antique desk was crafted in the Taisho Era (1912-1926).
Made entirely of keyaki (Japanese zelkova), the desk showcases the warm color and expressive grain for which th...
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Vintage 1920s Japanese Showa Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Japanese Antique Keyaki Writing Table, Taisho Era “1912–1926”
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This Japanese antique writing table was likely crafted in the Taisho Era (1912–1926).
Made of keyaki (Japanese zelkova), the table has a strong and expressive grain with a calm, ref...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
white desk Claudio Colucci Y2K style design space age Idee Japanese design
By Idée Japan, Karim Rashid, Marc Newson
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
White desk designed by Claudio Colucci. Designed in the 90s for Idee.
Desk made of plywood board and steel legs. The tabletop has a raised section, which is a striking design featur...
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1990s Japanese Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Antique Carved Ornate Japanese Export Hard Rosewood Writing Desk and Chair Set
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Carved Ornate Japanese Export Hard Rosewood Writing Desk and Chair Set
This writing desk and chair set are carved with beautiful dragon designs. The desk has multiple shelve...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Low Writing Table
Located in London, England
Beautiful Japanese maple wood writing desk.
Ideal coffee table height.
H 93cm x D 42cm x H 37cm
Hokkaido, 1930s.
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Antique Asian Oriental japaneese Burned Bamboo Hand Painted Decorated Desk Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Antique Asian Oriental Chinese burned bamboo hand painted decorated desk writing table.
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20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bamboo
