1970s Drafting Table

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1970s drafting table for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, every 1970s drafting table was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the 1970s drafting table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right 1970s drafting table, those designed in mid-century modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 1970s drafting table over the years, but those crafted by Bieffeplast, Joe Colombo and Nordisk Andels-Eksport are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

Prices for a 1970s drafting table start at $400 and top out at $288,000 with the average selling for $1,622.

Vintage desks and writing tables span centuries of design. The writing table came first, a simple surface built for correspondence, while the drawered desk followed as record-keeping at home and in the office grew more demanding.

Styles to Know

Any desk at least 20 years old falls under this broader vintage category. If you want a tapered-leg, mid-century look specifically, browse mid-century modern desks; Louis XVI and Art Deco secretary desks bridge the writing-table and desk forms. A vintage table lamp adds task lighting to either.

How to Choose the Right Vintage Piece

Writing tables often carry little to no storage of their own, so a separate file cabinet or desk organizer may be worth planning for, alongside a close look at the surface dimensions against the space available. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and every purchase is covered by the 1stDibs Promise.