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Dutch Art Deco desk lamp by Daalderop, 1920s
Dutch Art Deco desk lamp by Daalderop, 1920s

Dutch Art Deco desk lamp by Daalderop, 1920s

By Daalderop KDM Royal Holland

Located in EVERDINGEN, NL

A rare Dutch Art Deco table lamp or bedside light by Dutch manufacturer Daalderop, c. 1925. The piece is in excellent condition regarding its age. These lamps were produced in brass ...

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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Charles Schneider and Charles Ranc French Art Deco Desk or Table Lamp, 1920s
Charles Schneider and Charles Ranc French Art Deco Desk or Table Lamp, 1920s

Charles Schneider and Charles Ranc French Art Deco Desk or Table Lamp, 1920s

By Charles Ranc, Charles Schneider

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco desk or table lamp by Charles Schneider and Charles Ranc. This shade made by

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Antique Seated Buddha Desk or Table Lamp, ca. 1920s
Antique Seated Buddha Desk or Table Lamp, ca. 1920s

Antique Seated Buddha Desk or Table Lamp, ca. 1920s

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful antique hand-painted seated Buddha desk or table lamp, circa 1920s. There are several

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Vintage 1920s American Table Lamps

Set of early Just Andersen Desk Lamps, 1920s, Denmark
Set of early Just Andersen Desk Lamps, 1920s, Denmark

Set of early Just Andersen Desk Lamps, 1920s, Denmark

By Just Andersen

Located in Værløse, DK

A set of early Just Andersen table lamps made in the 1920s. A rare set in good vintage condition

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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1920s Art Deco Oak, Macassar, Bronze and Ebonized Elements Mantle or Desk Clock
1920s Art Deco Oak, Macassar, Bronze and Ebonized Elements Mantle or Desk Clock

1920s Art Deco Oak, Macassar, Bronze and Ebonized Elements Mantle or Desk Clock

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautiful and well working Art Deco clock. If you are looking for a great shape and condition Art Deco clock then this original 1930s Art Deco clock could be perfect for you. The ...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Rare 1920s Wrought Iron Table or Desk Clock, Stamped Kriegsmaterial on the Back
Rare 1920s Wrought Iron Table or Desk Clock, Stamped Kriegsmaterial on the Back

Rare 1920s Wrought Iron Table or Desk Clock, Stamped Kriegsmaterial on the Back

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautiful and well working Arts & Crafts clock, stamped 'war materials'. This German 'war time' (or interbellum) clock is another one of our recent unique finds. After WWI there was...

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Early 20th Century German Arts and Crafts Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Wrought Iron

Art Deco Bronze Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s
Art Deco Bronze Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s

Art Deco Bronze Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s

By Georges H. Laurent

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Fantastic Art Deco silvered bronze elephant bookends signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s. Perfect

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Roman Warrior Car Mascot, Hood Ornament by Darel, ca. 1920s
Art Deco Roman Warrior Car Mascot, Hood Ornament by Darel, ca. 1920s

Art Deco Roman Warrior Car Mascot, Hood Ornament by Darel, ca. 1920s

By Darel

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Art Deco Roman warrior car mascot - Hood Ornament by Darel, ca. 1920s Guerrier by Darel. Perfect

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Roman Warrior Car Mascot, Hood Ornament by Darel, ca. 1920s
Art Deco Roman Warrior Car Mascot, Hood Ornament by Darel, ca. 1920s

Art Deco Roman Warrior Car Mascot, Hood Ornament by Darel, ca. 1920s

By Darel

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Art Deco Roman warrior car mascot - Hood Ornament by Darel, ca. 1920s Guerrier by Darel. Perfect

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

1920s Italian Modern Green Vanity
1920s Italian Modern Green Vanity

1920s Italian Modern Green Vanity

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous 1920s Italian modern desk/vanity in a rich pistachio green color with built in mirror and

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Brass

Fantastic Art Deco Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s
Fantastic Art Deco Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s

Fantastic Art Deco Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s

By Georges H. Laurent

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Fantastic Art Deco silvered bronze elephant bookends signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s. Perfect

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Bronze Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s
Art Deco Bronze Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s

Art Deco Bronze Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s

By Georges H. Laurent

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Fantastic Art Deco silvered bronze elephant bookends signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s. Perfect

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s
Art Deco Silvered Bronze Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s

By Georges H. Laurent

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

, France, 1920s. Perfect desk piece. Nice and heavy bronze bookends mounted over marble bases.

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s
Art Deco Silvered Bronze Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s

By Georges H. Laurent

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

, France, 1920s. Perfect desk piece. Nice and heavy bronze bookends mounted over Green marble bases

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French 1920's Desk Oak. Excellent Condition
French 1920's Desk Oak. Excellent Condition

French 1920's Desk Oak. Excellent Condition

Located in San Francisco, CA

French 1920's Desk Oak. Excellent Condition. 33''w X 26.5''d X 30''h Back top 42''

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Early 20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

1920s Desk from the Art Nouveau Period
1920s Desk from the Art Nouveau Period

1920s Desk from the Art Nouveau Period

Located in Senden, NRW

An Art Nouveau desk from circa 1920. The corpus is made of solid walnut wood which was crafted in

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Vintage 1920s Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Lyfa 1920s Desk Lamp with Red Bronze Shades
Lyfa 1920s Desk Lamp with Red Bronze Shades

Lyfa 1920s Desk Lamp with Red Bronze Shades

By Lyfa

Located in Copenhagen, DK

1920s Lyfa desk lamp with patinated red painted bronze shades. Paint is original.

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Vintage 1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Elegant 1920s Desk Lamp w/Twisted Vine Detail
Elegant 1920s Desk Lamp w/Twisted Vine Detail

Elegant 1920s Desk Lamp w/Twisted Vine Detail

Located in Pasadena, CA

Very nicely designed single light desk lamp with twisted vine detailing and original marble base.

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Early 20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1920's Oak Desk
1920's Oak Desk

1920's Oak Desk

Sold|$3,800

1920's Oak Desk

Located in Pasadena, CA

Beautifully designed and finely constructed, classic 1920's desk. Finished on both sides.

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Early 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

1920s Walnut Desk with Two Drawers
1920s Walnut Desk with Two Drawers

1920s Walnut Desk with Two Drawers

Located in Pasadena, CA

Circa 1920's desk with two hidden drawers manufactured by the Imperial Cie. Measures: 29.75"D x

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Vintage 1920s North American Desks and Writing Tables

Hand Painted Partner's Desk
Hand Painted Partner's Desk

Hand Painted Partner's Desk

Located in Pasadena, CA

Circa 1920's desk with hand painted panels. Drawers on both sides.

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Early 20th Century American Desks

Materials

Walnut, Burl

1920's Brass Desk Lamp
1920's Brass Desk Lamp

1920's Brass Desk Lamp

Located in Hudson, NY

A great 1920's desk lamp. The brass has a nice patina and the green shade appears to be original

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Stone, Brass

Carved Walnut George Hunt Desk
Carved Walnut George Hunt Desk

Carved Walnut George Hunt Desk

Located in Pasadena, CA

A rare and beautiful signed 1920's desk by George Hunt. A famous furniture maker who worked closely

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Early 20th Century American Dining Room Tables

1920's Art Deco Desk
1920's Art Deco Desk

1920's Art Deco Desk

Located in Stamford, CT

1920's mahogany Art Deco desk, with fabulous oversized hardware.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

1920's Elegant Walnut Desk
1920's Elegant Walnut Desk

1920's Elegant Walnut Desk

Located in Pasadena, CA

Finely carved desk with three drawers, beautifully finished on all sides with crests

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Early 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

1920's Five Drawer Writing Desk
1920's Five Drawer Writing Desk

1920's Five Drawer Writing Desk

Located in Pasadena, CA

Nice oak desk with turned legs and lovely carved drawer faces.

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Early 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

1920's Spanish Revival Partner's Desk
1920's Spanish Revival Partner's Desk

1920's Spanish Revival Partner's Desk

Located in Pasadena, CA

Formal Spanish Revival two-sided partners desk. Each side offers three drawers and two cabinets of

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Early 20th Century European Desks and Writing Tables

1920's French Fruitwood Desk
1920's French Fruitwood Desk

1920's French Fruitwood Desk

Located in San Francisco, CA

1920's French Fruitwood Desk 59''w x 31''d x 30''h

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Early 20th Century French Desks

1920's Mahogany Desk / Console

1920's Mahogany Desk / Console

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mahogany desk/console crafted in the Philippines in the 1920's. The drawers feature wooden inlay

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Early 20th Century Philippine Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 1920's Walnut Desk By Lifetime Cie
Antique 1920's Walnut Desk By Lifetime Cie

Antique 1920's Walnut Desk By Lifetime Cie

Located in Pasadena, CA

Circa 1920's walnut desk made by Lifetime Cie. Desk has three drawers and measures 31" H x 44" W x

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Vintage 1920s North American Tudor Desks and Writing Tables

1920's Egyptian Revival Desk
1920's Egyptian Revival Desk

1920's Egyptian Revival Desk

Located in New York, NY

Carved Giltwood

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Early 20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

1920's English Deco Desk Reduced from $7, 900
1920's English Deco Desk Reduced from $7, 900

1920's English Deco Desk Reduced from $7, 900

Located in Stamford, CT

Item # 032-32 1920's English Deco Desk-Spectacular price for this desk

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Early 20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

1920's Spanish Revival Walnut Desk
1920's Spanish Revival Walnut Desk

1920's Spanish Revival Walnut Desk

Located in Pasadena, CA

A very nicely designed walnut table with simple turned legs and light carving around the edge of the top and drawers. It features a large work surface, clean lines, and ample storage.

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Early 20th Century American Desks

Materials

Walnut

1920's Burl Walnut Bombé Shaped Desk
1920's Burl Walnut Bombé Shaped Desk

1920's Burl Walnut Bombé Shaped Desk

Located in San Francisco, CA

1920's burl walnut bombe shaped desk ( secretary, writing desk )

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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Desks

Antique 1920's Spanish Revival Writing Desk
Antique 1920's Spanish Revival Writing Desk

Antique 1920's Spanish Revival Writing Desk

By Angelus

Located in Pasadena, CA

Pristine 1920's Angelus Furniture Manufacturing Cie Writing desk. Made in Los Angeles. Oak

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Early 20th Century American Desks

Materials

Iron

1920s American Metal Writing Desk

1920s American Metal Writing Desk

Located in Chicago, IL

1920s American metal writing desk.

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Vintage 1920s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

1920s Spanish Revival Writing Desk
1920s Spanish Revival Writing Desk

1920s Spanish Revival Writing Desk

Located in Pasadena, CA

Beautifully designed writing desk with carved lyre legs. Double compartments and drawer for extra

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Vintage 1920s American Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

1920's Brass Inkwell

1920's Brass Inkwell

Located in San Francisco, CA

1920's Brass Inkwell lid now missing

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Desk Accessories

1920s Walnut Desk
1920s Walnut Desk

1920s Walnut Desk

Located in Pasadena, CA

Large and impressive three drawer walnut desk. Ornate carving all the way around so the piece can

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Early 20th Century Spanish Desks

Materials

Walnut

1920s Walnut Writing Desk
1920s Walnut Writing Desk

1920s Walnut Writing Desk

Located in Pasadena, CA

Understated 1920's Spanish Revival writing desk. One drawer and storage boxes on top. Measures 38

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Vintage 1920s Desks

1920s Restored Oak Desk Chair
1920s Restored Oak Desk Chair

1920s Restored Oak Desk Chair

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Completely restored early 20th century desk chair manufactured in Spain, probably in the 1920s

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Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Oak

1920s General Fireproofing Tanker Desk with Distressed Patina
1920s General Fireproofing Tanker Desk with Distressed Patina

1920s General Fireproofing Tanker Desk with Distressed Patina

By General Fireproofing Company

Located in Alhambra, CA

Very early model single pedestal tanker desk by General Fireproofing, circa 1920s. Its incredible

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Vintage 1920s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

1920s French Louis XV Style Ladies Desk
1920s French Louis XV Style Ladies Desk

1920s French Louis XV Style Ladies Desk

Located in Santa Ana, CA

This French ladies desk is made of a richly-finished walnut. The desk is embellished with

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

1920s Magnificent Large Partners Desk
1920s Magnificent Large Partners Desk

1920s Magnificent Large Partners Desk

Located in Pasadena, CA

Circa 1920's partners desk with drawers on both side. Finely carved. 84" L x 36" D x 29.75" H

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Early 20th Century Desks

Materials

Wood

1920s Carved Spanish Revival Desk
1920s Carved Spanish Revival Desk

1920s Carved Spanish Revival Desk

Located in Pasadena, CA

Wonderfully carved wood desk with turned legs, circa 1920s.

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Vintage 1920s American Spanish Colonial Desks

1920S WICKER DESK
1920S WICKER DESK

1920S WICKER DESK

Located in Geneva, IL

1920S WICKER ONE DRAWER DESK

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Early 20th Century American Desks

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Black Lacquered Desk Attrib. to Michel Dufet, French 1920s
Black Lacquered Desk Attrib. to Michel Dufet, French 1920s

Black Lacquered Desk Attrib. to Michel Dufet, French 1920s

Located in Hoboken, NJ

Black lacquered two-drawer desk with gold leaf decoration at base of legs. Attributed to Michel

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Early 20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

1920s English Mahogany Desk with Embossed Leather Top
1920s English Mahogany Desk with Embossed Leather Top

1920s English Mahogany Desk with Embossed Leather Top

Located in San Marino, CA

1920s English mahogany faux partners desk with embossed leather top on X-shaped fluted legs

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Vintage 1920s English George IV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Attributed to Paul Follot, Large Art Deco Desk, 1920s
Attributed to Paul Follot, Large Art Deco Desk, 1920s

Attributed to Paul Follot, Large Art Deco Desk, 1920s

By Paul Follot

Located in Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein

Attributed to Paul Follot, large Art Déco desk, 1920s. Made of walnut and oak. Round, caneled

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

1920s Oval French Double Pedestal Desk
1920s Oval French Double Pedestal Desk

1920s Oval French Double Pedestal Desk

Located in Saarbrücken, DE

1920s oval French double pedestal desk with four doors and two drawers.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1920s desk you’re looking for. A 1920s desk — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a 1920s desk, we have 2825 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1920s desk, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A 1920s desk, designed in the Art Deco, Industrial or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. René Lalique, Marcel Breuer and Tiffany Studios each produced at least one beautiful 1920s desk that is worth considering.

How Much is a 1920s Desk?

Prices for a 1920s desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $39 and can go as high as $96,484, while the average can fetch as much as $2,184.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Flappers were young women known for their energy who pushed the boundaries of freedom for women of that era. The classic image of a 1920 flapper is a party girl who wore make-up, lingerie and a knee-length, straight silk dress. Flappers often had shorter hairstyles, like a bob. Find a variety of 1920s nostalgia items, including flapper dresses, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To a 1920s party, you can wear a short fringed or beaded flapper dress, layers of long beaded or pearl necklaces, elbow-length gloves and a feathered headband. Another option is to wear an off-white men's suit. Shop a selection of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    In the 1920s, flappers often wore straight, fitted dresses with plunging necklines and knee-length hems. Fringe was a common embellishment used at the time. Flappers also sported pumps and opted for bras and lingerie instead of corsets for undergarments. Shop a variety of vintage clothing on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1920s that most people think of first is the flapper style. Women who dressed in this style sported loose-fitting, short dresses, often outfitted with drop waists and fringe. Small cloche hats and headbands were signature accessories of the flapper look. During the decade, pleated tennis skirts and cardigan sweater sets left the courts and became staples of some women's everyday styles. For men, soft collars replaced stiff, starched ones, and simple single and double-button suit jackets worn without waistcoats became trendy. Trousers also took on a new shape with wider-cut legs, and Oxford bags gained popularity. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1920s apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The iconic dresses from the 1920s are called flapper dresses. This name comes from the term flapper, which was used to describe young women during the period who enjoyed personal fulfillment and independence in American cities, particularly as they gained the right to vote and enjoy other freedoms previously reserved for men. Flappers danced at jazz clubs and upended most societal restrictions placed on women at the time, and fashion statements typically attributed to flappers included short “bob” haircuts, higher hemlines and other then-audacious style choices. Find a selection of flapper dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    What era 1920s jewelry is depends on its design. Most people associate this decade with the Art Deco movement, which took inspiration from eclectic sources like Cubism, ancient Egypt and Native American, African and Asian motifs. However, some pieces produced during the 1920s are more in line with the style trends of earlier periods, such as Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Victorian. Explore a diverse assortment of 1920s jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    In the 1920s, fashionable colors included jewel tones. Fashion, jewelry, furniture and decorative objects often featured jade green, deep reds, amethyst purple, dusty mustard yellow and peacock blue. Find a range of 1920s-era jewelry and fashion on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    In the 1920s, brides often wore tubular-shaped slip dresses with a beaded tunic over top. Hemlines usually fell just below the knee or to the ankle, and many gowns had dropped waists. For headwear, brides often showed off veils attached to cloche or flapper-style headbands. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of wedding dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To date a desk, first look for any stamps or labels that tell you the name of the company that produced it. You can then use the maker information to research the piece using trusted online resources. In some cases, you may even find a manufacturing date on the piece. If you have difficulty determining how old a piece is, seek help from a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A person of average height should have a desk that is 28 to 30 inches high.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    A kidney desk is a desk that has a curvy top that is similar in shape to a human kidney. Many kidney desks are very ornate, showing off details like vellum-lined tabletops and parquetry inlay. Shop a selection of kidney desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A console desk is a high, narrow table called a console table that can double as a desk. It is often used by people who work from home in a communal space, such as a hallway or a living room, as a workspace. Some console tables feature built-in storage, like drawers or shelves. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of console tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A Murphy desk is a wall-mounted desk that folds out to provide a work surface for a laptop, tablet, documents, and other items. It is a great solution if you have a little space or don't require a full desk every day. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murphy desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A captain’s desk is a type of desk that you stand at rather than sit in front of. It usually has an angled desktop and decorative molding. Captain Josiah Davenport commissioned the British furniture maker Gillows of Lancaster to design the first one in the late 18th century. Sometimes, people refer to the furnishing as a Davenport desk in his honor. Shop a variety of captain’s desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A peninsula desk is a two-sided desk, with each side designed with one long drawer. This functional desk makes working with a partner easy. You can shop a collection of peninsula desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.