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Mahogany inlaid writing desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany inlaid desk. The top with inset green leather surrounded by a mahogany inlaid border
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Early 20th Century British 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Antique Mahogany inlaid writing desk
Mahogany inlaid writing desk
H 30.5 in W 48 in D 28.5 in
Antique Victorian Leather Top Desk
Located in London, GB
A fantastic original antique Victorian leather top desk. This was made in England, it dates from
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Late 19th Century English Victorian 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Wood, Leather

Antique Victorian Leather Top Desk
Antique Victorian Leather Top Desk
H 31 in W 48 in D 23 in
Antique Regency Period Library Table / Desk
Located in London, GB
A fantastic antique Regency library table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around
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1820s British Regency 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Antique Regency Period Library Table / Desk
Antique Regency Period Library Table / Desk
H 31.11 in W 48.04 in D 24.02 in
Arts and Crafts Desk in Oak
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5363 Stylish Arts and Crafts solid oak desk, having oversailing top and a frieze drawer above
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Late 19th Century 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Oak

Antique Arts and Crafts Desk in Oak
Arts and Crafts Desk in Oak
H 29.528 in W 48.031 in D 27.953 in
Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Located in London, GB
A smart and very useful antique Victorian leather top pedestal desk. This was made in England, it
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1860s British High Victorian 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
H 29.93 in W 48.04 in D 24.02 in
Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Victorian period pedestal desk. This was made in England, it dates from around
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1860s British Victorian 48 Antique Desk

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Leather, Wood

Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
H 29.14 in W 48.04 in D 24.02 in
Large Francois Linke Roll Top Desk
By François Linke
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large and very fine Francois Linke roll top desk French late 19th-early 20th century Bureau a
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Early 1900s 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Antique Large Francois Linke Roll Top Desk
Large Francois Linke Roll Top Desk
H 49 in W 58 in D 32 in
Antique Victorian Leather Top Knee Hole Desk
Located in London, GB
A wonderful antique Victorian leather top knee hole desk. This was made in England, it dates from
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1860s British Victorian 48 Antique Desk

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Leather, Wood

Antique Victorian Leather Top Knee Hole Desk
Antique Victorian Leather Top Knee Hole Desk
H 29.93 in W 42.92 in D 20.08 in
Late Victorian Carlton House Desk in Satinwood
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5033, exceptional quality Sheraton Revival satinwood and marquetry desk attributed to Edwards and
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19th Century British Sheraton 48 Antique Desk

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Satinwood

Antique Late Victorian Carlton House Desk in Satinwood
Late Victorian Carlton House Desk in Satinwood
H 36.23 in W 48.23 in D 25.2 in
Antique Victorian Leather Top Partners Desk / Writing Table
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Victorian leather top partners desk / writing table. This was made in England, it
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1860s British High Victorian 48 Antique Desk

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Leather, Wood

Antique Victorian Satin Wood Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Victorian pedestal desk, beautifully made from satin wood. This was made in
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1860s British Victorian 48 Antique Desk

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Leather, Satinwood

Hans Gunther Reinstein Vienna Secession Ladies Writing Desk
By Hans Gunther Reinstein
Located in Berlin, DE
), Depth 18.9 in ( 48 cm )
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession 48 Antique Desk

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Softwood

English Antique Mahogany 19th Century Side Table Writing Desk
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
Antique side table A 19th century English compact side table or writing desk. Mahogany side
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19th Century European 48 Antique Desk

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Mahogany

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Writing Desk, Circa 1900
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
: 48" W x 29.38" D x 29" H. Professionally restored. Excellent condition. The desk is finished on
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts 48 Antique Desk

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Copper

Antique Victorian, Golden Oak, Pedestal Desk, Writing Table, Scotland 1890
Located in Vancouver, BC
base of the desk All drawers run smoothly H057 48”w × 26”d x 31.5”h Kneehole - 20”w x 26”h.
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19th Century North American 48 Antique Desk

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Oak

Antique English Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany "Hidden Desk", Circa 1890-1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rare Design Antique English Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany "hidden desk", Circa 1890-1910. Fitted
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Late 19th Century English Edwardian 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Mahogany

French Walnut Louis Philippe Desk Leather Top Writing Table, 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French 19th century Louis Philippe pine desk, the top is recovered of coated fabric. Ten drawers of
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe 48 Antique Desk

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Chrome

Edwardian Satinwood Adjustable Ladies Writing Desk with Wedgewood Plaque Cherubs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a unique piece of furniture with a multiplicity of uses. It could be a desk or a ladies
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Early 1900s English Edwardian 48 Antique Desk

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Leather, Porcelain, Satinwood

Antique Victorian Walnut Cylinder Roll Up Desk, Scotland 1870, H345
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Victorian Walnut Cylinder Roll up Desk, Roll Top Desk, Scotland 1870, H345 Scotland 1870
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1870s Scottish Victorian 48 Antique Desk

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Walnut

Unique Thonet Desk Chair, Museum Piece
By Thonet
Located in Delft, NL
Measurement is for the seat 48 cm high up to 60 cm The foot is 56 cm (square feet) The desk chair has a
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19th Century 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Unique Thonet Desk Chair, Museum Piece
Unique Thonet Desk Chair, Museum Piece
H 35.83 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in
Antique Stickley Brothers Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk or Library Table
By Stickley Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table By Stickley
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Copper

Fine Quality 1890s English Adams Paint Decorated Carlton House Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
majority of the lower 48 states. They offer a flat rate for most of our items with exclusions for the
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1890s English Adam Style 48 Antique Desk

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Satinwood

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Trestle Library Table or Writing Desk
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission oak Arts & Crafts trestle library table or writing desk By
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Oak

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Trestle Library Table or Writing Desk
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission oak Arts & Crafts trestle library table or writing desk By
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Oak

Antique Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk or Library Table, Newly Restored
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table By L. & J.G
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Copper

Signed Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Writing Desk or Library Table
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table By Gustav Stickley
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Copper

Antique Inlaid Satinwood Writing Table Desk by Edwards & Roberts, 19th Century
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
This is a sublime satinwood and marquetry desk by Edwards & Roberts, Circa 1880 in date. This
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1880s English 48 Antique Desk

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Satinwood

Fine Quality Francois Linke Style Bronze Mounted Petite Ladies Desk, 1870s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
majority of the lower 48 states. They offer a flat rate for most of our items with exclusions for the
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1870s French Louis XV 48 Antique Desk

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Bronze

Fine French Ormolu Mounted Mahogany Directoire Marble Top Mirrored Vanity Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
secretaire desk or ladies vanity. The piece is perfect for paying bills or using as a makeup vanity. The desk
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1890s French Directoire 48 Antique Desk

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

Antique French Carved Oak Writing Desk Secretary AND Chair Breton Brittany SET
Located in Shreveport, LA
. Measurements: DESK: 48” ht. x 36” x 27”. (23.75” leg clearance). CHAIR: 43” ht. x 17” x 16.5”. (20” seat height
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial 48 Antique Desk

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Leather, Oak

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Trestle Library Table or Writing Desk
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission oak Arts & Crafts trestle library table or writing desk
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Oak

Antique L. & J.G. Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk, Circa 1900
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Copper

Fine Quality English Satinwood Carlton House Desk with Cherubs and Musical Theme
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a spectacular hand-paint decorated satinwood Carlton House desk with beautifully painted
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1890s English Adam Style 48 Antique Desk

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Satinwood

Rare Flame Mahogany Bronze Mounted Leather Top Francois Linke Desk Bureau Plat
By François Linke
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
majority of the lower 48 states. They offer a flat rate for most of our items with exclusions for the
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1910s French Directoire 48 Antique Desk

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Bronze

French Directoire Style Brass Trimmed Leather Top Vanity Desk, Circa 1890
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
majority of the lower 48 states. They offer a flat rate for most of our items with exclusions for the
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1890s French Directoire 48 Antique Desk

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Brass

Mid-19th Century Tuscan Renaissance Antique Table Desk Hand Carved Solid Walnut
By Dini & Puccini
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Tuscany Renaissance antique table desk in hand carved solid walnut, restored and wax-polished, 1850
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Mid-19th Century Italian Renaissance 48 Antique Desk

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Walnut

1790 Gillows Cuban Hardwood Library Secretaire Desk Writing Table I Bramah Lock
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
+-year-old desk Dimensions Height 76 cm Width 91 cm Depth 48 cm Please note all
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Late 18th Century English George III 48 Antique Desk

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Hardwood

Antique C1870s French Louis XVI Style Inlaid King Wood Ladies Writing Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
majority of the lower 48 states. They offer a flat rate for most of our items with exclusions for the
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19th Century French Louis XVI 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Bronze

French Louis XV Style Marquetry & Gilt Bronze-Mounted Secretary Desk with Clock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
maiden, on each side with a concealed pull-out drawer, Paris, circa 1900. Measures: Height 48 inches
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Early 1900s French Louis XV 48 Antique Desk

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Bronze

Edwardian Kidney shaped writing desk
Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB
neat sized desk , would all so make a great dressing table 30 inches high 48 inches wide 25 inches deep
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Early 1900s English Edwardian 48 Antique Desk

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Mahogany

Victorian Golden Oak Green Man Desk
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Victorian Golden Oak Green Man desk The Desk stands on chunky barley twist turned legs with a
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Mid-19th Century Gothic 48 Antique Desk

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Oak

French 18th Century Directoire Roll Top Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
37 ¼”D. The main writing surface is 29 ½”H x 48 ¾”W x 20”D. On each side of the desk you'll find a
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18th Century French Directoire 48 Antique Desk

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Marble

19th Century Burl Walnut Partner's Desk with Armchair
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent 19th century burled walnut partners desk with original armchair and claw legs. 19th
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Mid-19th Century English Queen Anne 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

Louis XV Style Leather Top Ladies Writing Desk
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Louis XV style leather top with front drawer ladies writing desk with bronze mounted design details
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1820s French 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Burl Walnut Partner's Desk with Armchair
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent 19th century burled walnut partners desk with original armchair and claw legs. 19th
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Mid-19th Century English Queen Anne 48 Antique Desk

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Brass

19th Century English Burl Walnut Howard & Sons Writing Desk
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Writing Desk, a masterpiece of design, craftsmanship, and fine details. The burl walnut wood and gilt
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1870s European Louis XV 48 Antique Desk

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Brass, Bronze

Biedermeir Style French Wooden Writing Desk-Table with Drawer
Located in Prato, Tuscany
technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our objects. A fine oak wood writing desk
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Late 19th Century French Biedermeier 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Oak

Antique American Arts & Crafts Oak Roll Top Desk, Circa 1890s
By Stickley Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Arts & Crafts desk with unique folding roll top USA, Circa 1890s Beautiful
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Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

Swedish 19th Century Gustavian Style Painted Wood Slant-Front Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish mid-19th century painted wood Gustavian style slant-front desk or secretary with three
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19th Century Swedish Gustavian 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Signed Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk, Newly Restored
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk By Gustav Stickley (original
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Copper

Antique English Cylinder-Top Pedestal Desk with Green Leather & Finished Back
Located in Miami, FL
A more compact version of a classic model, this functional pedestal desk in light, golden oak is
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian 48 Antique Desk

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Oak

Antique Industrial Cast Iron Drafting / Drawing Table by Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
By Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
Located in Buffalo, NY
range when top is flat: 37″ – 48″ Materials: Cast Iron & wood
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Early 20th Century American Industrial 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Steel, Iron

George III Mahogany Writing Table 19th Century Great Color and Patination
Located in Buchanan, MI
. Measures: Height 31 x width 48 1/4 x depth 22 inches.
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Early 19th Century English George III 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

19th Century French Belle Époque Table in the Louis XVI Style by Lexcellent
By E. Guillaume-Edmond Lexcellent
Located in London, GB
"Lexcellent / Paris." French, circa 1900 Dimensions: H: 28.5 in / 72 cm W: 28 in / 70 cm D: 19 in / 48 cm
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI 48 Antique Desk

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Ormolu

Inkwell FRENCH MANUFACTURING OF THE EARLY 20th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
gilded bronze inkwells and sphinx. 48 x 23 cm Height 20.
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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III 48 Antique Desk

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Marble

Empire Bronze Writing Set Inkwell 19th Century Fire-Gilt
Located in Berlin, DE
chased and fire-gilt bronze. Green-black mottled marble plinth. (T-48).  
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19th Century French 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Ashford Pietra Dura Marble Obelisk, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
. Dimensions in cm: Height 48 x width 18 x depth 18. Dimensions in inches: Height 18.9 x width 7.1 x depth
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1880s English Victorian 48 Antique Desk

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Marble, Malachite

Louis XVI Secretary with Cylinder Top & Tambour Front Northern Europe circa 1800
Located in Miami, FL
A Louis XVI secretary desk in mahogany with satinwood inlays. Offers a cylinder top that opens to
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Early 19th Century European Louis XVI 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Satinwood

A Boy and His Dog, 19th Century French Fire-Gilt Bronze Clock
Located in 263-0031, JP
A French fire-gilt bronze clock depicting a boy and his dog, Louis Philippe Era, 1830-48. The silk
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Bronze

Victorian Library Table by Holland & Sons
By Holland & Sons
Located in New Orleans, LA
Westminster and the Victoria and Albert Museum. Circa 1850 Measures: 72" wide x 48" deep x 30" high.
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19th Century English Victorian 48 Antique Desk

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

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48 Antique Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 48 antique desk for your home. A 48 antique desk — often made from wood, oak and animal skin — can elevate any home. There are 211 variations of the antique or vintage 48 antique desk you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 48 antique desk — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A 48 antique desk, designed in the Victorian, Arts and Crafts or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 48 antique desk over the years, but those crafted by Chesterfield, Gustav Stickley and Stickley Brothers are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a 48 Antique Desk?

The average selling price for a 48 antique desk at 1stDibs is $2,347, while they’re typically $600 on the low end and $42,968 for the highest priced.
Questions About 48 Antique Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What antique desks are called depends on their design. A desk with chair cutouts on both sides is a partner desk, while one with a pull-down writing surface is a secretary. On a Davenport desk, the desktop lifts to reveal a storage area. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique Davenport desk is a small writing desk, usually with four drawers on one side. The desk would have elaborately decorated supports and a recessed space for adequate legroom. Shop a collection of Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Davenport desk is a type of small desk with a distinct inclined desktop. The desktop covers a large storage compartment meant for keeping paper and other writing materials. Popular in the 19th century, Davenport desks are still sought after today. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    An antique secretary desk will range in value depending on its authenticity and condition. The price can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. On 1stDibs find the antique secretary desk you’re looking for today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.