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Shagreen & Palm Wood Desk
Shagreen & Palm Wood Desk

Shagreen & Palm Wood Desk

Located in New York, NY

A master piece! A 1920's inspired desk with shagreen and palm wood. Beautiful details. Finished all

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Shagreen, Palmwood

French Two Drawer Desk
French Two Drawer Desk

French Two Drawer Desk

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French 1920s, two drawer desk with cabriole legs.

Category

Early 20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

1920s French Rosewood Writing Side Table
1920s French Rosewood Writing Side Table

1920s French Rosewood Writing Side Table

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Superb quality French side or ladies writing table, circa 1920. Stunning mahogany parquet top

Category

Early 20th Century French Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Roycroft Arts & Crafts Brass Finished Hammered Copper Pen Tray, 1920s
Roycroft Arts & Crafts Brass Finished Hammered Copper Pen Tray, 1920s

Roycroft Arts & Crafts Brass Finished Hammered Copper Pen Tray, 1920s

By Roycroft

Located in South Bend, IN

with impressed orb and cross mark) USA, Circa 1920s Measures: 7.75"W x 2.25"D x 0.5"H. Good original

Category

Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Desk Sets

Materials

Brass, Copper

Queen Anne Walnut Revival Bureau, circa 1920s
Queen Anne Walnut Revival Bureau, circa 1920s

Queen Anne Walnut Revival Bureau, circa 1920s

By Waring & Gillow

Located in Dereham, GB

Queen Anne Walnut Revival Bureau, circa 1920s Top With: Book Match Veneer, Herringbone inlay

Category

Early 20th Century British Queen Anne Desks

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Swedish Grace Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1920s
Pair of Swedish Grace Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1920s

Pair of Swedish Grace Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1920s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Stockholm, SE

Mahogany and cane. Stamped 'CM'. Measures: H 84 cm/ 2' 9 1/2'' W 44 cm/ 17 1/4'' D 47 cm/ 18 1/2'' SH 47 cm/ 18 1/2''.  

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Vintage 1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

French Art Deco Executive Desk
French Art Deco Executive Desk

French Art Deco Executive Desk

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

Executive Desk is a remarkable piece that encapsulates the elegance and sophistication of the 1920s. This

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Swedish Satin Birch Desk
Antique Swedish Satin Birch Desk

Antique Swedish Satin Birch Desk

Located in London, GB

back. It’s Biedermeier style, a lovely blond color & dates to circa 1920s period. This desk is very

Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch

Set of Four Vintage Black Veneer Ergonomic Chairs, c. 1920s
Set of Four Vintage Black Veneer Ergonomic Chairs, c. 1920s

Set of Four Vintage Black Veneer Ergonomic Chairs, c. 1920s

By Tan-Sad

Located in Napa, CA

Original Tan-Sad Posture Chair. Produced in 1920's England as one of the first ergonomic work

Category

Early 20th Century British Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Antique Stow Davis Walnut C Curve Roll Top Executive Bankers Desk Tambour
Antique Stow Davis Walnut C Curve Roll Top Executive Bankers Desk Tambour

Antique Stow Davis Walnut C Curve Roll Top Executive Bankers Desk Tambour

By Stow Davis

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Stow Davis roll top executive desk, circa 1920s. Made of walnut featuring a "C" curve roll

Category

Vintage 1920s Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Roycroft Arts & Crafts Hammered Brass Over Copper Bookends, Circa 1920s
Roycroft Arts & Crafts Hammered Brass Over Copper Bookends, Circa 1920s

Roycroft Arts & Crafts Hammered Brass Over Copper Bookends, Circa 1920s

By Roycroft

Located in South Bend, IN

(signed with impressed orb and cross mark) USA, Circa 1920s Each measures: 6"W x 4"D x 3.5"H. Good

Category

Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Desk Sets

Materials

Brass, Copper

Italian 1920s Office Swivel Chair
Italian 1920s Office Swivel Chair

Italian 1920s Office Swivel Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Oak and leather and it swivels, what more could you ask for.

Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

1920s Cassard et Cie Limed Wood & Ammonite Marble Writing Table
1920s Cassard et Cie Limed Wood & Ammonite Marble Writing Table

1920s Cassard et Cie Limed Wood & Ammonite Marble Writing Table

By Cassard Romano Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Elegant French desk in carved and white glazed fruit wood, with single center drawer and scalloped

Category

Early 20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Antique Burr Walnut Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Antique Burr Walnut Leather Top Pedestal Desk

Antique Burr Walnut Leather Top Pedestal Desk

Located in London, GB

very hard to find. I would date this desk to circa 1920s, period and it’s in excellent condition

Category

Vintage 1920s English Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Very Good Quality Antique Walnut Partners Desk
Very Good Quality Antique Walnut Partners Desk

Very Good Quality Antique Walnut Partners Desk

Located in Benington, Herts

-1920s. This antique desk has been constructed to the highest standard having choice cuts of burr walnut

Category

Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Distressed Painted Vanity/Desk by Maison Jansen
Distressed Painted Vanity/Desk by Maison Jansen

Distressed Painted Vanity/Desk by Maison Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in Stamford, CT

An elegant and extrodinary hand-carved vanity desk, circa 1920s, the mirrored top over a frieze

Category

Early 20th Century French Desks

Materials

Wood, Glass

1920s Original Vintage Czech Scientific Physics Instrument
1920s Original Vintage Czech Scientific Physics Instrument

1920s Original Vintage Czech Scientific Physics Instrument

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920s original vintage Czech scientific physics instrument 1920s vintage physics instrument from

Category

Vintage 1920s Czech More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

French Art Deco Desk by Maurice Dufrêne c1925
French Art Deco Desk by Maurice Dufrêne c1925

French Art Deco Desk by Maurice Dufrêne c1925

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

A mid 1920’s exceptional quality Art Deco desk with bronze mounts and handles very much in the

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Rosewood

Antique French Ormolu-Mounted Bureau Plat or Desk
Antique French Ormolu-Mounted Bureau Plat or Desk

Antique French Ormolu-Mounted Bureau Plat or Desk

Located in London, GB

. The gilding is naturally aged, so not too shiny. I would date this desk to circa 1920s period and it's

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Vintage 1920s French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Burr Walnut Partners Pedestal Desk 20th Century
Antique Burr Walnut Partners Pedestal Desk 20th Century

Antique Burr Walnut Partners Pedestal Desk 20th Century

Located in London, GB

A large and impressive antique burr walnut and feather banded 6ft partners Pedestal desk, circa

Category

Vintage 1920s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Roycroft Arts & Crafts Hammered Brass Over Copper Inkwell, Circa 1920s
Roycroft Arts & Crafts Hammered Brass Over Copper Inkwell, Circa 1920s

Roycroft Arts & Crafts Hammered Brass Over Copper Inkwell, Circa 1920s

By Roycroft

Located in South Bend, IN

original vintage condition, with beautiful patina. Several matching desk accessories available separately.

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Inkwells

Materials

Brass, Copper

Antique American Victorian Secretary Desk w/ Drop Front
Antique American Victorian Secretary Desk w/ Drop Front

Antique American Victorian Secretary Desk w/ Drop Front

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1920s, secretary desks like this one remained a staple in well-appointed homes, serving as personal

Category

Vintage 1920s American Victorian Desks

Materials

Brass

High Gloss Black Lacquer Writing Desk with Polished Stainless Steel Accents
High Gloss Black Lacquer Writing Desk with Polished Stainless Steel Accents

High Gloss Black Lacquer Writing Desk with Polished Stainless Steel Accents

Located in North York, ON

High gloss black lacquer writing desk with stainless steel accents. This 1920s inspired French desk

Category

2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

20th Century French Art Nouveau Bronze Inkwell, circa 1920s
20th Century French Art Nouveau Bronze Inkwell, circa 1920s

20th Century French Art Nouveau Bronze Inkwell, circa 1920s

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Beautiful bonze inkwell made in France Art Nouveau, circa 1920s. Refined bronze work with a central

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

1920s Vintage Czech Scientific Physics Instrument
1920s Vintage Czech Scientific Physics Instrument

1920s Vintage Czech Scientific Physics Instrument

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920s vintage Czech scientific physics instrument 1920s vintage physics instrument from the Czech

Category

Vintage 1920s Czech Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Metal

Restored 1920s Hillcrest Chesterfield Brown Leather Directors Captains Chair
Restored 1920s Hillcrest Chesterfield Brown Leather Directors Captains Chair

Restored 1920s Hillcrest Chesterfield Brown Leather Directors Captains Chair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely fully restored 1920s horsehair padded with coil

Category

Vintage 1920s English Georgian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

1920s Antique Arts & Crafts Danish Sterling Silver Table Bell
1920s Antique Arts & Crafts Danish Sterling Silver Table Bell

1920s Antique Arts & Crafts Danish Sterling Silver Table Bell

By Georg Jensen

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

: circa 1920 Origin: Denmark, Europe Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request

Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Arts and Crafts More Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

1920s Art Deco Inkwell Modern Beveled Solid Glass and Brass
1920s Art Deco Inkwell Modern Beveled Solid Glass and Brass

1920s Art Deco Inkwell Modern Beveled Solid Glass and Brass

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1920s Art Deco Clear Beveled Solid Glass Inkwell with Brass Hinged Black Onyx Glass Top 2.88 x

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Inkwells

Materials

Brass

1920s Art Deco Black and White Marble and Metal French Inkwell
1920s Art Deco Black and White Marble and Metal French Inkwell

1920s Art Deco Black and White Marble and Metal French Inkwell

Located in Catania, Sicilia

This is a 1920s French Art Deco inkwell made from black and white marble with metal detailing. The

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Inkwells

Materials

Marble, Metal

1920's Architects Drafting Table Desk
1920's Architects Drafting Table Desk

1920's Architects Drafting Table Desk

Located in Hanover, MA

Vintage architects drafting table desk by Hamilton Manufacturing Company. Serial number places it

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Louis XVI Style, Clock Garniture, Gilt Bronze, Marble, France, 1920s
Louis XVI Style, Clock Garniture, Gilt Bronze, Marble, France, 1920s

Louis XVI Style, Clock Garniture, Gilt Bronze, Marble, France, 1920s

Located in Stamford, CT

Louis XVI Style, Clock Garniture, Gilt Bronze, Marble, France, 1920s A finely cast bronze and

Category

Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

1920s French Patinated Art Nouveau Bronze Hinged Apple Trinket Box on Twig '6'
1920s French Patinated Art Nouveau Bronze Hinged Apple Trinket Box on Twig '6'

1920s French Patinated Art Nouveau Bronze Hinged Apple Trinket Box on Twig '6'

Located in Haarlem, NL

Antique hinged bronze patinated apple on a twig with leaves, to keep or collect your little trinkets in. This used to be called a bed-apple, for putting your jewellery in on your ni...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

Maitre d' Desk or Lectern, France, 1920's
Maitre d' Desk or Lectern, France, 1920's

Maitre d' Desk or Lectern, France, 1920's

Located in Austin, TX

lovely music stand, secretary, or restaurant Maitre d' stand. France, 1920's

Category

Vintage 1920s French Cupboards

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Writing Desk, 1920's
Vintage Writing Desk, 1920's

Vintage Writing Desk, 1920's

Located in Praha, CZ

- made in Czechoslovakia - made of wood, opaxite glass - opaxite glass has some signs use - good, original condition.

Category

Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

1920's Brass Clerks Desk Light
1920's Brass Clerks Desk Light

1920's Brass Clerks Desk Light

Located in Altrincham, GB

1920's Brass Clerks Desk Light with Adjustable Height and Angle with Swivel Brass Hood - 8.5"w x

Category

Vintage 1920s English Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1920's Art Deco Burr Walnut Armchair / Desk Chair
1920's Art Deco Burr Walnut Armchair / Desk Chair

1920's Art Deco Burr Walnut Armchair / Desk Chair

Located in London, GB

dates from the 1920-30’s. The quality is outstanding, this was most likely made by Epstein. The back

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Modernist Bakelite Desk Lamps, circa 1920s
Modernist Bakelite Desk Lamps, circa 1920s

Modernist Bakelite Desk Lamps, circa 1920s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Modernist Bakelite desk lamps, circa 1920s. - Price is per lamp - Made from a dark brown

Category

Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Table Lamps

1920s Mahogany Desk Chair
1920s Mahogany Desk Chair

1920s Mahogany Desk Chair

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

1920s mahogany desk chair in good original condition with a nicely shaped bar back and original

Category

Vintage 1920s European Edwardian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Desk Lamp by Bunte & Remmler, circa 1920s
Desk Lamp by Bunte & Remmler, circa 1920s

Desk Lamp by Bunte & Remmler, circa 1920s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Desk Lamp By Bunte & Remmler, circa 1920s - Vitreous Olive green shade - Porcelain On/Off

Category

Vintage 1920s German Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Pair of c.1920's Walnut open armed desk chairs
Pair of c.1920's Walnut open armed desk chairs

Pair of c.1920's Walnut open armed desk chairs

Located in Malton, GB

These are a very elegant pair of early 20th century English country house desk chair. Made of

Category

20th Century Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Model 574 Kandem Desk Lamp, Circa 1920s
Model 574 Kandem Desk Lamp, Circa 1920s

Model 574 Kandem Desk Lamp, Circa 1920s

By Kandem

Located in Gloucester, GB

Model 574 Kandem desk lamp Circa 1920s - Original dark green paint - Pressed steel shade with

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Marianne Brandt Kandem Desk Lamp, circa 1920s
Marianne Brandt Kandem Desk Lamp, circa 1920s

Marianne Brandt Kandem Desk Lamp, circa 1920s

By Marianne Brandt

Located in Gloucester, GB

Marianne Brandt Kandem desk lamp, circa 1920s. - Cast iron base - Angled steel shade

Category

Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Table Lamps

Industrial 1920s Two-Tone Maple Watchmaker's Desk
Industrial 1920s Two-Tone Maple Watchmaker's Desk

Industrial 1920s Two-Tone Maple Watchmaker's Desk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Industrial, maple, watchmaker’s desk with 15 drawers of various size is newly restored in a

Category

Vintage 1920s American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Maple

Factory Office Desk Lamp by Viktoria, circa 1920s
Factory Office Desk Lamp by Viktoria, circa 1920s

Factory Office Desk Lamp by Viktoria, circa 1920s

By Viktoria Lampe

Located in Gloucester, GB

Factory office desk lamp by Viktoria circa 1920s Product code #OA471 - Vitreous green enamel

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Table Lamps

Bankers Desk Lamp by Gebruder Jacob, circa 1920s
Bankers Desk Lamp by Gebruder Jacob, circa 1920s

Bankers Desk Lamp by Gebruder Jacob, circa 1920s

By Gebruder Jacob

Located in Gloucester, GB

Bankers desk lamp by Gebruder Jacob, circa 1920s - Cast iron base - Vitreous green enamel shade

Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Table Lamps

Art Deco Desk Lamp by Pirouette, circa 1920s
Art Deco Desk Lamp by Pirouette, circa 1920s

Art Deco Desk Lamp by Pirouette, circa 1920s

By Pirouette

Located in Gloucester, GB

Art Deco desk Lamp by Pirouette, circa 1920s  Product code #OA521 - Chrome base and arm

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

1920s Articulated Industrial Desk Lamp
1920s Articulated Industrial Desk Lamp

1920s Articulated Industrial Desk Lamp

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR

1920s Articulated Industrial Desk Lamp

Category

Vintage 1920s American Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Writing Desk / Side Table 1920's
Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Writing Desk / Side Table 1920's

Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Writing Desk / Side Table 1920's

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This writing table was designed and made in France from walnut wood around the 1920s. It features

Category

Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Desk Lamp by Pirouette, circa 1920s
Art Deco Desk Lamp by Pirouette, circa 1920s

Art Deco Desk Lamp by Pirouette, circa 1920s

By Pirouette

Located in Gloucester, GB

Art Deco desk lamp by Pirouette, circa 1920s. Product code #OA522. - Chrome base and arm

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

1920s French Oak Secretary Desk
1920s French Oak Secretary Desk

1920s French Oak Secretary Desk

Located in High Point, NC

Enchanting sylvan carving makes this oak secretary desk a captivating find. Made in 1920s France

Category

Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Secretaires

Materials

Oak

Bauhaus Desk Lamp By Christian Dell Circa 1920s
Bauhaus Desk Lamp By Christian Dell Circa 1920s

Bauhaus Desk Lamp By Christian Dell Circa 1920s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Bauhaus Desk Lamp By Christian Dell Circa 1920s - Cast iron base with letter and pen holder

Category

Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Stunning Birch Desk from the 1920s, Key Included
Stunning Birch Desk from the 1920s, Key Included

Stunning Birch Desk from the 1920s, Key Included

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco "Swedish Grace" 1920s bureau with marquetry and carved details, interior contains several

Category

Vintage 1920s European Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Birch

Rowac Model XVI Swivel Desk Chair Circa 1920s
Rowac Model XVI Swivel Desk Chair Circa 1920s

Rowac Model XVI Swivel Desk Chair Circa 1920s

By Rowac

Located in Gloucester, GB

, Chemnitz - Model XVI - German ~ 1920s - 57cm wide x 50cm deep x 85cm tall - 52cm seat height at its

Category

Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

Rowac Model XIII Swivel Desk Chair, Circa 1920s
Rowac Model XIII Swivel Desk Chair, Circa 1920s

Rowac Model XIII Swivel Desk Chair, Circa 1920s

By Rowac

Located in Gloucester, GB

, Chemnitz - Model XIII - German ~ 1920s - 38cm wide x 42cm deep x 85cm tall - 43cm seat height at its

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Desk Lamp from the 1920s
Desk Lamp from the 1920s

Desk Lamp from the 1920s

Located in Opole, PL

We present you an electric lamp on a brass base with a material lamp shade. The shade is black, screwed from above, and covered in gold-black spots on the inner side. Furthermore, ...

Category

Vintage 1920s European Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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1920s Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.

  • 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.
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    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.
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    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.