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What is an executive desk?
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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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Bespoke 1950's French Desk
Located in London, GB
A bespoke oak wood desk.
France, circa 1950's.
Featuring a glass desk top centre piece the desk appears to have been custom made for a craftsman.
In very good restored condition ...
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Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Oak
Small Writing Desk Vittorio Dassi 1950s Italy Otton Parts Gio Ponti Style
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Delightful elegant Vittorio Dassi Desk with brass feet and two drawers, a unique and rare item.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Art Deco 'Amsterdam School' Oak Corner Desk, 1920s Dutch Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A remarkable example of Dutch design, this unique Art Deco 'Amsterdam School' corner desk is a piece of quiet authority, dating to the 1920s. The desk embodies the period's expressio...
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Modernist Desk by P.E.L. Izeren for De Genneper Molen, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Art Deco Modernist desk.
Design by P.E.L. Izeren for De Genneper Molen.
Striking Dutch design from the 1920s.
Solid oak and original oak veneer base with integra...
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Faux Leather, Macassar, Oak
1950s Curved Rosewood Paolo Buffa Desk
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Florence, Tuscany
A superb Italian mid-century rosewood desk, attributed to Paolo Buffa (1903–1970), Milan. The piece is distinguished by its beautifully fluted Art Deco rosewood façade and thick rais...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Leather Bound Desk Attributed To Jacques Adnet
Located in London, GB
An elegant leather-clad desk with brass top and detailing, attributed to Jacques Adnet, France.
The design features two discreet drawers that pivot outward, exemplifying Adnet’s sig...
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Vintage 1960s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
