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Scandinavian Ergonomic Design Writing Desk and Stool, Stokke, 1980's
Scandinavian Ergonomic Design Writing Desk and Stool, Stokke, 1980's

Scandinavian Ergonomic Design Writing Desk and Stool, Stokke, 1980's

By Stokke

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Scandinavian ergonomic design writing desk with pivoting stool, made by Stokke, Norway 1980

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Vintage 1980s Norwegian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Desk from Savoie, France, 1980s, Les Acrs, simple writing desk
Desk from Savoie, France, 1980s, Les Acrs, simple writing desk

Desk from Savoie, France, 1980s, Les Acrs, simple writing desk

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

A simple and warm desk produced in Savoie, crafted in the workshop known for manufacturing

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Vintage 1980s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Bamboo Writing Desk with Drawers, 1980s
Bamboo Writing Desk with Drawers, 1980s

Bamboo Writing Desk with Drawers, 1980s

Located in Roma, RM

BAMBOO WRITING DESK WITH DRAWERS 1980 Product details Dimensions: 90L x 80H x 61D cm.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Postmodern Memphis Design Writing Desk, Germany, 1980s
Postmodern Memphis Design Writing Desk, Germany, 1980s

Postmodern Memphis Design Writing Desk, Germany, 1980s

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

This striking postmodern writing desk exemplifies the bold aesthetics of the Memphis design

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Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Andreas Hansen Danish Teak Roll Top Writing Desk Ca. 1980s
Andreas Hansen Danish Teak Roll Top Writing Desk Ca. 1980s

Andreas Hansen Danish Teak Roll Top Writing Desk Ca. 1980s

By Andreas Hansen, Hadsten Traeindustri

Located in Peabody, MA

Roll top writing desk by Andreas Hansen for Hadsten Træindustri, made in Denmark, circa 1980s

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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Teak

1980s English Root Wood Writing Desk with Door and Drawers
1980s English Root Wood Writing Desk with Door and Drawers

1980s English Root Wood Writing Desk with Door and Drawers

Located in Marbella, ES

1980s English root wood writing desk with door and drawers.

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Late 20th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Post modern Memphis style artistic writing desk and chair, Germany 1980s
Post modern Memphis style artistic writing desk and chair, Germany 1980s

Post modern Memphis style artistic writing desk and chair, Germany 1980s

By Ettore Sottsass, Gaetano Pesce, Memphis Group

Located in ECHT, NL

Unique artistic writing desk and chair. The frame is made from steel and wrought iron in different

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Late 20th Century German Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

1980's Memphis Style 'La Vuelta' Desk by Perry King and Santiago Miranda
1980's Memphis Style 'La Vuelta' Desk by Perry King and Santiago Miranda

1980's Memphis Style 'La Vuelta' Desk by Perry King and Santiago Miranda

By Perry King and Santiago Miranda

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1980's Memphis Style 'La Vuelta' desk by Perry King & Santiago Miranda. Named after a Spanish

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Vintage 1980s Spanish Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

1980s Curved Mahogany Century Desk
1980s Curved Mahogany Century Desk

1980s Curved Mahogany Century Desk

By Century Furniture

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1980s with this exquisite curved desk. The

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Vintage 1980s American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Postmodern 1980s Pine Wood writing Desk in the style of Guillerme & Chambron
Postmodern 1980s Pine Wood writing Desk in the style of Guillerme & Chambron

Postmodern 1980s Pine Wood writing Desk in the style of Guillerme & Chambron

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Basel, BS

Absolutely fabulous, sculptural desk made of solid pine wood! Three storage drawers on the right

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Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Italian Ethnic style modern desk in wood, 1980s
Italian Ethnic style modern desk in wood, 1980s

Italian Ethnic style modern desk in wood, 1980s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian Ethnic style modern desk in wood, 1980s Desk with a rectangular wooden top. Two drawers

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Vintage 1980s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Gianfranco Frattini Sesamo desk for Bernini Italy, 1980s
Gianfranco Frattini Sesamo desk for Bernini Italy, 1980s

Gianfranco Frattini Sesamo desk for Bernini Italy, 1980s

By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini

Located in Skokie, IL

The form is both innovative and elegant: the desk functions seamlessly as an entrance accent, a

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

1980s Style Black and White Desk
1980s Style Black and White Desk

1980s Style Black and White Desk

By Carlton House Fine Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Interesting 1980s era writing desk. Black lacquer and white laminent tops by Carlton House

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Mid-20th Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Laminate, Wood, Lacquer

1980s Eppinger Post Modern Wood Chrome Pedestal Oval Desk
1980s Eppinger Post Modern Wood Chrome Pedestal Oval Desk

1980s Eppinger Post Modern Wood Chrome Pedestal Oval Desk

By Eppinger Furniture Inc.

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and one of a kind, oval pedestal wood desk

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

"Kroma" Desk by Antonia Astori for Driade, Italy, 1980s
"Kroma" Desk by Antonia Astori for Driade, Italy, 1980s

"Kroma" Desk by Antonia Astori for Driade, Italy, 1980s

By Antonia Astori, Driade

Located in Brussels, BE

"Kroma" desk by Antonia Astori For Driade, Italy, 1980s.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Brighton Pavilion Pagoda Desk and Chair, Burnt Bamboo, 1980s
Vintage Brighton Pavilion Pagoda Desk and Chair, Burnt Bamboo, 1980s

Vintage Brighton Pavilion Pagoda Desk and Chair, Burnt Bamboo, 1980s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Chinoiserie Burnt / Tortoise Bamboo Brighton Pavilion Pagoda style desk and accompanying

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20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Grasscloth

Italian modern desk Direk by Ennio Chiggio for Nikol International, 1980s
Italian modern desk Direk by Ennio Chiggio for Nikol International, 1980s

Italian modern desk Direk by Ennio Chiggio for Nikol International, 1980s

By Ennio Chiggio

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern desk Direk by Ennio Chiggio for Nikol International, 1980s Corner desk model Direk

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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Gianfranco Frattini desk Sesamo for Bernini 1980s
Gianfranco Frattini desk Sesamo for Bernini 1980s

Gianfranco Frattini desk Sesamo for Bernini 1980s

By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini

Located in bari, IT

Rare writing desk model Sesamo 841 designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini production circa

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Glass, Beech

1980s Teal Laminated Over Wood Waterfall Desk Karl Springer Style
1980s Teal Laminated Over Wood Waterfall Desk Karl Springer Style

1980s Teal Laminated Over Wood Waterfall Desk Karl Springer Style

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Springer, Tiffany teal laminate over solid wood desk you could hope to find. Outstanding design is

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Elm desk produced by Maison Regain, 1980s
Elm desk produced by Maison Regain, 1980s

Elm desk produced by Maison Regain, 1980s

By Maison Regain

Located in MONTESSON, FR

This solid elm desk was produced in France by Maison Regain around 1980. It includes two drawers

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Vintage 1980s French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Elm

Bowed Front Solid Cherry Desk with Suspended Drawers Maine Studio 1980s
Bowed Front Solid Cherry Desk with Suspended Drawers Maine Studio 1980s

Bowed Front Solid Cherry Desk with Suspended Drawers Maine Studio 1980s

By Thomas Moser

Located in Camden, ME

Bow front cherry desk with two suspended drawers studio built in Portland Maine in the 1980s in the

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cherry

Midcentury Glass Top, Bamboo and Wicker Italian Desk with Drawers, 1980s
Midcentury Glass Top, Bamboo and Wicker Italian Desk with Drawers, 1980s

Midcentury Glass Top, Bamboo and Wicker Italian Desk with Drawers, 1980s

Located in Roma, IT

Italy in the 1980s. This desk is unique for the materials used, bamboo and rattan, and has two

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood, Glass

1980s Postmodern Marble Stone Executive Two Sided Desk
1980s Postmodern Marble Stone Executive Two Sided Desk

1980s Postmodern Marble Stone Executive Two Sided Desk

By Karl Springer

Located in Madison, WI

Incredible 1980s Postmodern Marble designer desk. Great for use as an executive desk or a two sided

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble

1980s Extendible Gilded Brass Office Desk in the Style of Rodolfo Dubarry
1980s Extendible Gilded Brass Office Desk in the Style of Rodolfo Dubarry

1980s Extendible Gilded Brass Office Desk in the Style of Rodolfo Dubarry

By Pino Rustico

Located in Marbella, ES

Handcrafted 1980s extendible mirror and gilded brass over a wooden frame office desk signed "Pino

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Vintage 1980s Spanish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Steel Chromed and glass desk by Mirto Zocca for Tisettanta Halifax , 1980s
Steel Chromed and glass desk by Mirto Zocca for Tisettanta Halifax , 1980s

Steel Chromed and glass desk by Mirto Zocca for Tisettanta Halifax , 1980s

By Mirto Zocca, Tisettanta

Located in Padova, IT

Conditions: wear consistent with age and use. You are what you do. When it comes to Mirto Zocca (Zurich, 1959), the saying is perfect. He was not “born” a designer, but after finis...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

1980s Tubular Space Age Adjustable Desk or Drafting Table by Brieffe Italy
1980s Tubular Space Age Adjustable Desk or Drafting Table by Brieffe Italy

1980s Tubular Space Age Adjustable Desk or Drafting Table by Brieffe Italy

By Joe Colombo, Bieffeplast

Located in Bensalem, PA

Adjustable height drafting table with organization. Please look at pictures for overall detail feel free to reach out with any questions

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Vintage 1980s Italian Space Age Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

A " Washington " Desk by Jean Michel Wilmotte France 1980s
A " Washington " Desk by Jean Michel Wilmotte France 1980s

A " Washington " Desk by Jean Michel Wilmotte France 1980s

By Jean-Michel Wilmotte

Located in HYÈRES, FR

An important desk by Jean Michel Wilmotte France 1985s Editor : Academy Radical and Industrial

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Vintage 1980s French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti  Executive Desk, Italy, 1980s Maple Wood
Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti  Executive Desk, Italy, 1980s Maple Wood

Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Executive Desk, Italy, 1980s Maple Wood

By Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi

Located in Sacile, PN

Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, executive desk, bird’s-eye maple, Italy, 1980s. This postmodern

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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple

"Kroma" Desk by Antonia Astori for Driade, Italy, 1980s
"Kroma" Desk by Antonia Astori for Driade, Italy, 1980s

"Kroma" Desk by Antonia Astori for Driade, Italy, 1980s

By Antonia Astori

Located in Brussels, BE

Architect, designer, and entrepreneur, Antonia Astori began her own design activity within the Driade company, founded with her brother Enrico and Adelaide Acerbi, to whom she offers...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

1980s Faux Crocodile Leather Desk by Karl Springer with Bronze Glass
1980s Faux Crocodile Leather Desk by Karl Springer with Bronze Glass

1980s Faux Crocodile Leather Desk by Karl Springer with Bronze Glass

By Karl Springer

Located in Palm Springs, CA

dates to the 1980’s, possibly late 1970’s. Very much in the style of Karl Springer. It’s in good

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20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Glass

A 1980s colonial style carved wood and rattan desk by Roche Bobois
A 1980s colonial style carved wood and rattan desk by Roche Bobois

A 1980s colonial style carved wood and rattan desk by Roche Bobois

By Roche Bobois

Located in London, GB

A 1980s colonial style carved wood and rattan desk by Roche Bobois, attributed to French rattan and

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Vintage 1980s French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rattan, Wood

1980s Spanish Four Drawer Wood & Wicker Office Desk w/ Glass Top
1980s Spanish Four Drawer Wood & Wicker Office Desk w/ Glass Top

1980s Spanish Four Drawer Wood & Wicker Office Desk w/ Glass Top

Located in Marbella, ES

Vintage 1980s Spanish four drawer wood and wicker office desk with glass top.

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Late 20th Century Spanish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Postmodern Dalmatian Pongo Desk by Pierre Colleu for Starform and Disney, 1980s.
Postmodern Dalmatian Pongo Desk by Pierre Colleu for Starform and Disney, 1980s.

Postmodern Dalmatian Pongo Desk by Pierre Colleu for Starform and Disney, 1980s.

By Starform, Pierre Colleu 1, Disney Studios

Located in Lille, FR

Table height: 50 cm. Total height with the head: 80 cm Good condition. Some chips on the top.

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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Resin, Plastic

Golden Burlwood Dining table or Desk Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, 1980s
Golden Burlwood Dining table or Desk Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, 1980s

Golden Burlwood Dining table or Desk Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, 1980s

By Giovanni Offredi, Saporiti

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Italian top quality manufactured desk or dining table in beautiful golden Burlwood Most like

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1980s Herman Miller Burdick Group Post Modern Industrial Design Modular Desk USA
1980s Herman Miller Burdick Group Post Modern Industrial Design Modular Desk USA

1980s Herman Miller Burdick Group Post Modern Industrial Design Modular Desk USA

By Herman Miller, Bruce Burdick

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

underside. The desk is very robust and is therefore in super period condition. Both writing surfaces have

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Postmodern Pluto Desk by Pierre Colleu for Starform and Disney, France 1980s.
Postmodern Pluto Desk by Pierre Colleu for Starform and Disney, France 1980s.

Postmodern Pluto Desk by Pierre Colleu for Starform and Disney, France 1980s.

By Starform, Disney Studios, Pierre Colleu 1

Located in Lille, FR

Table height: 58 cm. Total height with the head: 90 cm Good condition. No restorations. Some fading on the head and legs, with a few spots and other age-related marks.

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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Resin, Plastic

Postmodern Memphis Design Interlubke Writing Desk, Home Office, Germany 1980s
Postmodern Memphis Design Interlubke Writing Desk, Home Office, Germany 1980s

Postmodern Memphis Design Interlubke Writing Desk, Home Office, Germany 1980s

By Interlübke

Located in Zagreb, HR

Stunning Memphis design style postmodern desk manufactured in the 1980s in Germany by a high-end

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Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Ladies desk from HIKOR, 1980´s, Czechoslovakia
Ladies desk from HIKOR, 1980´s, Czechoslovakia

Ladies desk from HIKOR, 1980´s, Czechoslovakia

Located in Prague 8, CZ

A Simple beech wood writing desk from the HIKOR Písek company, 1980´s, Czechoslovakia The design is

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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Beech

Ladies Desk from Hikor, 1980´S, Czechoslovakia
Ladies Desk from Hikor, 1980´S, Czechoslovakia

Ladies Desk from Hikor, 1980´S, Czechoslovakia

Located in Prague 8, CZ

A Simple beech wood writing desk from the HIKOR Písek company, 1980´s, Czechoslovakia The design

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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Beech

Sophia, a Writing Desk by Aldo Cibic for Memphis Milano 1980s Italian Postmodern
Sophia, a Writing Desk by Aldo Cibic for Memphis Milano 1980s Italian Postmodern

Sophia, a Writing Desk by Aldo Cibic for Memphis Milano 1980s Italian Postmodern

By Aldo Cibic, Memphis Group

Located in London, GB

Sophia, a postmodern writing desk of reconstituted veneer, briar and lacquered wood designed by

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Derk Jan de Vries Desk - 1980s
Derk Jan de Vries Desk - 1980s

Derk Jan de Vries Desk - 1980s

Located in Brussels , BE

Wooden desk by Derk Jan de Vries. Holds a drawer on each side, simple and timeless.

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Vintage 1980s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Ladies Desk from Hikor, 1980s, Czechoslovakia
Ladies Desk from Hikor, 1980s, Czechoslovakia

Ladies Desk from Hikor, 1980s, Czechoslovakia

Located in Prague 8, CZ

A Simple beech wood writing desk from the Hikor Písek company, 1980´s, Czechoslovakia The design

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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Beech

Vanity Desk Postmodern 1980s Including Chair
Vanity Desk Postmodern 1980s Including Chair

Vanity Desk Postmodern 1980s Including Chair

Located in Untersiggenthal, AG

Unique sculptural postmodern vanity desk in cherry wood with chair included. Beautifull

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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cherry

Mid-Century Modern White Blue Desk by Antonia Astori for Driade, Italy 1980s
Mid-Century Modern White Blue Desk by Antonia Astori for Driade, Italy 1980s

Mid-Century Modern White Blue Desk by Antonia Astori for Driade, Italy 1980s

By Antonia Astori

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid-Century Modern White Blue Desk by Antonia Astori for Driade, Italy 1980s. This striking desk

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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Swedish Desk/Dining Table by Niels Gammelgaard, 1980s
Midcentury Swedish Desk/Dining Table by Niels Gammelgaard, 1980s

Midcentury Swedish Desk/Dining Table by Niels Gammelgaard, 1980s

By IKEA, Niels Gammelgaard

Located in Eindhoven, Netherlands

The "Moment table" for dining or working was designed by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea in the 1980s

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Vintage 1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Table by Fritz Haller & Paul Schärer for USM Haller, 1980s
Table by Fritz Haller & Paul Schärer for USM Haller, 1980s

Table by Fritz Haller & Paul Schärer for USM Haller, 1980s

By Usm Haller

Located in Lugano, TI

Beautiful design classic, square table by USM Haller of Switzerland. Chromed steel legs, black lacquered oak top. High quality workmanship from Switzerland. Original label

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Dutch TM-03 Architect Table by Mazairac & Boonzaaijer for Hennie de Jong, 1980s
Dutch TM-03 Architect Table by Mazairac & Boonzaaijer for Hennie de Jong, 1980s

Dutch TM-03 Architect Table by Mazairac & Boonzaaijer for Hennie de Jong, 1980s

By Hennie de Jong

Located in Eindhoven, Netherlands

Boonzaaijer. Manufactured in the Netherlands by Hennie de Jong in the 1980s. The piece features a black steel

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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

1980's Campaign Style Mahogany Writing Desk
1980's Campaign Style Mahogany Writing Desk

1980's Campaign Style Mahogany Writing Desk

By Hickory Chair Furniture Company, Henkel Harris, Heritage Furniture

Located in Southampton, NJ

Campaign style writing desk with four cock beaded dovetailed drawers boasting fiery Mahogany grains

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20th Century American Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

1980s Spanish Bamboo and Rattan Writing Desk
1980s Spanish Bamboo and Rattan Writing Desk

1980s Spanish Bamboo and Rattan Writing Desk

Located in Marbella, ES

1980s Spanish bamboo and rattan writing desk.

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Late 20th Century Spanish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Writing Desk by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1980s
Vintage Writing Desk by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1980s

Vintage Writing Desk by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1980s

By Vivai del Sud

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage writing desk is an original design work realized in the 1980s for Vivai del Sud. Made in

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Vintage 1980s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wood

French Vintage Pierre Chapo B19 Writing Desk, 1980s
French Vintage Pierre Chapo B19 Writing Desk, 1980s

French Vintage Pierre Chapo B19 Writing Desk, 1980s

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Renens, CH

Vintage Pierre Chapo B19 writing desk in elm. As with all furniture by Chapo, this piece shows

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Elm

J. Robert Scott Art Deco Style Modern Writing Table Desk, 1980s
J. Robert Scott Art Deco Style Modern Writing Table Desk, 1980s

J. Robert Scott Art Deco Style Modern Writing Table Desk, 1980s

By Sally Sirkin Lewis

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

"J. Robert Scott Art Deco Style modern writing table desk Additional information: Materials

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20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ebony

‘Bullet Train’ Modern Writing Table Desk by Robert Sorrell, circa 1980s
‘Bullet Train’ Modern Writing Table Desk by Robert Sorrell, circa 1980s

‘Bullet Train’ Modern Writing Table Desk by Robert Sorrell, circa 1980s

By Robert Sorrell

Located in Shippensburg, PA

function and form, both as a very enjoyable writing desk and as a riveting design element. Measurements

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Writing desk  and two nightstands with drawers in bamboo, ash and rattan, 1980s
Writing desk  and two nightstands with drawers in bamboo, ash and rattan, 1980s

Writing desk and two nightstands with drawers in bamboo, ash and rattan, 1980s

Located in Roma, IT

S in bamboo and wicker with mid-century ash top with drawers. This wonderful piece was designed in

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Wood, Ash

Half-circle desk, 1980s.
Half-circle desk, 1980s.

Half-circle desk, 1980s.

Located in Lisboa, PT

Half-circle desk in exotic wood and glass. France, 1980s.

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Vintage 1980s European Space Age Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Profilsystem Collection Desk by Elmar Flötotto for Flötotto, 1980's
Vintage Profilsystem Collection Desk by Elmar Flötotto for Flötotto, 1980's

Vintage Profilsystem Collection Desk by Elmar Flötotto for Flötotto, 1980's

By Elmar Flötotto

Located in Lisboa, PT

, during the 1980's. The principle behind the Profilsystem it is simple. The modules can be easily combined

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Vintage 1980s German Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Beech

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1980s Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic 1980s writing desk available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and animal skin, every 1980s writing desk was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the 1980s writing desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1980s writing desk made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made 1980s writing desk has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Baker Furniture Company, Maitland Smith and Bruce Burdick are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1980s Writing Desk?

Prices for a 1980s writing desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $212 and can go as high as $180,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,500.

Finding the Right Desks-writing-tables for You

Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.

Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.

Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.

Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.

The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.

From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.

Questions About 1980s Writing Desk
  • 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 12, 2024
    Bold, head-turning looks were in fashion during the 1980s. It was the decade of bright electric neon colors as well as suits, jackets, tops and dresses with shoulder pads. The aerobics and fitness craze of the ’80s spilled over into fashion, with people sporting leg warmers, headbands and leggings as everyday apparel. Punk culture also influenced style, with leather jackets, fishnet stockings and chunky metal jewelry being favored by some. Denim looks of the time were often baggy and flaunted acid washes. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1980s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A small writing table is also called a davenport table or davenport desk. They normally feature a sloped or inclined top attached with hinges to the back of the table. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage davenport desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A writing desk with drawers is also called a secretary. It is a desk with drawers, one of which can be pushed out and the front of the desk lowered to create a flat writing surface. These writing desks have been made in a variety of styles over the years. Shop for a variety of writing tables with drawers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, plaid was popular in the 1980s. Interestingly, it was a signature feature of two very different styles that trended during the decade. Plaid appeared on pleated skirts and blazers, common among the preppy set. In addition, many in the punk subculture sported plaid pants and dresses. Find a wide variety of 1980s apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, although Versace remains one of the top fashion houses of today, the 1980s are considered the heyday of Versace. Campaigns included top supermodels of the time, including Kate Moss and Claudia Schiffer, and were shot by the top photographers Richard Avedon and Bruce Weber. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Versace apparel and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    One of the most popular types of dresses during the 1980s was a tight-fitting sheath with oversized shoulder pads. Peplum accents were also common as were large puffy sleeves. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 1980s vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    What an old-fashioned writing desk is called varies by design. Pieces with drop-down fronts are secretary desks (these are typically made of two parts: a chest of drawers on the bottom and a hutch or cupboard with shelves on the top), while ones that rest on two pillars, cabinets or bookcases are pedestal desks. A desk with a small writing surface positioned in front of drawers and cubbies is a bureau à gradin. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.