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What is an executive desk?

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What is an executive desk?
An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
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Antique George III English Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Leather Top Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive 18th century George III desk crafted in hardwoods with the original brown tooled leather top on a case with nine drawers in front and twelve in the back, featuring bold ha...
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Antique 18th Century English George III Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Hardwood

Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Desk in Grey Coated Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Studio BBPR for Olivetti, 'Spazio' writing desk, coated steel, plastic, vinyl, Italy, design 1959/60, production 1960s In 1954, Olivetti, the Italian office equipment manufacturer,...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

XXL French Mid-Century Desk
Located in London, GB
A substantial desk. France, c1980s. Perriand esque design, with single beam foot supporting each end. Two drawers discretely sunk beneath the top. PRICE LISTED IS EX-VAT. Genera...
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Vintage 1980s Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Guillerme & Chambron Free-Standing Corner Desk in Dark Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, corner desk, stained oak, leather, France, 1960s. Corner desk by French designer duo Guillerme and Chambron. This executive desk shows the fi...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Oak

Jacques Adnet Oak Tripod Writing Desk
Located in Long Island City, NY
Oak tripod writing desk by French modernist architect Jacques Adnet c. 1950's. This desk features a sliding drawer with a locking mechanism and matching brass key. Jacques Adnet (19...
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Vintage 1950s French Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Olivetti Desk 1960's
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Founded in the early 20th century in Italy, Olivetti is an iconic office equipment manufacturer that set new standards in industrial design. Beyond functionality, the company consist...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

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