Antique Desk Types

These types of desks were designed in an age where only the nobility could afford to have such desks made.

Important antique European barguenio type desk, thought to be constructed as an "Entrance Desk" where taxes were paid and important documents kept.

In French: prie-dieu means to "pray [to] God”. It is a type of prayer desk primarily intended for private devotional use, but may also be found in churches.

Elegant desk with folding top, supported by a base with truncated pyramid legs joined by crosspieces. The desk is completely veneered in rosewood, which gives it high refinement. The...

It responds to the type called "Salamanca desk", which is the most representative of the Spanish Baroque.

In good original condition. This type of desk is also often used as a console table that can also be worked on.

These type of desks are getting very hard to find these days and this one is a very nice example.

Expectionaly carved and turned legs support the whole, with brass casters. This type of desk was used commonly in banks and attorney’s offices to make working together easier.

It is made entirely of solid teak wood in the English campaign style. These types of desks were made locally for the English administrators, who had their seat in Calcutta (now Kolka...

This, honestly, is the type of writing desk that may actually make me sit down and start doing my taxes, or at least act like I am doing them!

This, honestly, is the type of writing desk that may actually make me sit down and start doing my taxes, or at least act like I am doing them!

It is of superb quality with a gorgeous design, the slightly rounded top edge means this type of desk is sometimes referred to as a cushion top desk.

It is of superb quality with a gorgeous design, the slightly rounded top edge means this type of desk is sometimes referred to as a cushion top desk.

These types of desks, first designed in the early to mid-1700s were the precursor to the modern day desk.

This desk is of a type known as a bonheur-du-jour. The bonheur-du-jour is characterised by the combination of a lower case with writing surface, and smaller upper case.

Here’s why this type of desk is so sought after: Aesthetic Appeal: The rich tones and intricate patterns of burr walnut veneer create a stunning visual impact.

This type of desk was used by officers of the British army stationed in India in the 19th century.

Unlike other types of bureau a gradin the Carlton House desk usually offers no pigeonholes.

Unlike other types of bureau a gradin the Carlton House desk usually offers no pigeonholes.

Unlike other types of bureau a gradin the Carlton House desk usually offers no pigeonholes.

Unlike other types of bureau a gradin the Carlton House desk usually offers no pigeonholes.

Unlike other types of bureau à gradin, the Carlton house desk usually offers no pigeonholes.

Unlike other types of bureau à gradin, the Carlton House desk usually offers no pigeonholes.

a large pine partners desk with embossed leather top with brass edge, campaign type pedestal desk / library table with four drawers on either side of opening and one center drawer on...

The turned wooden knob handles are also nearly all original and in good condition which is quite the rarity on this type of desk, as they have nearly always been replaced with some t...

Each desk features a leatherette-type inlay on the top, showcasing a nicely aged patina that adds a little character and charm.

The drawers, lid and sides feature beautifully grained mahogany with large plate brasses and case handles, which are original. This desk likely originated from the Ipswich, Massachus...

The turned wooden knob handles are also original and in good condition which is quite the rarity on this type of desk, with them nearly always having been replaced with some type of ...

Having a musical thyme this one of a kind inlaid cabinet has double vitrine doors up top and leads to a desk type lower half having two drawers.

The desk veneered beautifully with various types of walnut, the rectangular top with a darker outer band, a surface and an inlaid medallion of raddica walnut, the center of the darke...

This form bridges the decorative flair of the late Baroque with the emerging symmetry and practicality of early Georgian design. Desks of this type were used by the professional clas...

This type of desk swivel armchair was called the Jacobean or Old English style but it is actually Anglo-Japanese in styling and a very high quality armchair.

It is named after Carlton House, the London residence of the Prince. Drawings of this type of desk were presented by Hepplewhite in his noted design book, the Cabinet-Maker and Uphol...

It has restorations; later metal fittings. “Bargueño” type Spanish desk with folding cover, which has been decorated on the exterior with metal applications (open-work, textile back...

FRENCH LOUIS XVI STYLE BRASS MOUNTED MAHOGANY CYLINDER DESK France, c. 1880-1910 This is an exceedingly attractive early 20th Century French Louis XVI Style ladies writing desk -...

It is named after Carlton House, which was at the time the London residence of the Prince, and sometimes is also known as a Carlton House writing table. Drawings of this type of desk...

The weathered finish of the brass blends perfectly with the mellow tones of the oak. This type of desk was originally used as a writing and administrative piece in upper-middle-class...

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique mahogany with walnut inlay and green Leather gold embossed writing surface pedestal partners desk A good looking and a well ...

Opening the lid, which rests on two sureties ornate wooden locker with lion heads, drawers and doors decorated with square nets and architectural elements and columns are discovered....

The pendant is designed as a miniature desk type seal carved from red sard agate with white and translucent banding, it has a small white metal collar which holds a jump ring to be w...

20th-Century Richy Inlaid Ladies Secretary Desk in the Louis XV Type We present you a ladies secretary desk, whose size resembles that of Louis XV furniture.

We know this from selling many of these type of desks. The writing surface is very sturdy and has never been repaired as so often is the case.

We present you this representative piece of furniture in the type of desk. The whole is dated the Interwar Period.

Drawer pulls and legs feature simple geometric details and classic motifs. Type: Bureau -Desk Chest of Drawers Style: Directoire Materials: Walnut Period: Circa 1800 Country of ...

The Prie-Dieu is a type of prayer desk primarily intended for private devotional use, but may also be found in churches.

A prie-dieu (French: literally, "pray [to] God", invariable in the plural) is a type of prayer desk primarily intended for private devotional use, but may also be found in churches.

Commodes, secretaries, and desks were new types of furniture for this period and the woods in the fashion were walnut, elm and alder root.

This type of desk was used for writing letters, studying, doing side jobs, and also as a workbench for craftsmen.

Its charming design adds a touch of elegance to any desk or vanity. Product Details: Type: Trinket Dish or Paperweight Design: Ceramic Rose Dimensions: Width: 15 cm (5.9 in) Height...

A unique French oak dining table from the 19th century using two pedestal legs without the need for a stretcher in between–perfect to seat six guests, used as a desk or other type of...

The quadrangular top, with a slightly wavy profile and 45-degree angles, is always veneered in purple wood and lined with leather, with gold thread, which allows the use of the coffe...

At the top has two clamps, with venera head, which extend to serve as a base to the lid once opened. This type of salmantino desk is typically Spanish, and is characterized by the g...

A prie-dieu / prayer kneeler is a type of prayer desk primarily intended for private devotional use, but which may also be found in religious monastery and dormitory, castle chapels...

This is the desk people dream about owning. Quarter sawn oak, also known as "tiger striped" is the most expensive and desirable cut of oak and that is what is almost exclusively used...

A vintage 44-BX RCA ribbon bi-directional velocity microphone designed for broadcast studio use. Good vintage condition with age appropriate wear and patina. The microphone is in wor...

Unlike other types of bureau a gradin the Carlton House desk usually offers no pigeonholes.

A 19th century French Louis XVI style giltwood settee with a floral cartouche at the top of the back, and circled in a carved ribbon motif, with fluted and tapered legs. The back and...

An Italian blue and gold leather jewelry box with removable tray, base area storage, and key/lock, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Leather box is blue leather with decorative edge, go...

This incredible, one-of-a-kind watch display cabinet brings together the beauty of an antique with the functionality of modern technology. Crafted of mahogany, this 19th century jewe...

Rare Antique French Napoleon III Carved Mahogany 5 Piece Bedroom Suite, Circa 1875-1885. Extraordinary workmanship. Bed: 58" x 76" Interior. Headboard: 63" High x 60" Wide Footbo...

A vintage king size oak tester or four poster bed in the Renaissance style. Hand carved with Adam & Eve carvings in the headboard, figurative sculptures in the bedposts, three carve...

Unique Art Glass & Metal Company (New York, active 1889-1917), circa 1915. This truly magnificent leaded glass table lamp which was produced during the time period after Louis Comfo...

This is a wonderful example of a canopy bed from Shanghai Province, China. Made of Chinese Northern Elm, this bed features hoofed feet and multiple floral carvings. The exterior ...

Introducing the Alma Accent Chair - a timeless piece crafted for comfort and style. Made with heavy-weight linen and slipcovered in a soothing oatmeal hue, this chair exudes a natura...

A magnificent antique leather top Carlton House desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1890-1900 period. It is of the utmost quality, it has a very smart design an...

This exquisite English Adams-style Carlton House desk is a superb example of late 19th-century craftsmanship, dating to the 1890s. Constructed from fine satinwood, the desk is beauti...

An Exquisite antique French Louis XVI full size bed. Made of Walnut, featuring foliate carved ribbon and crest with center cartouche, acorn form finials, fluted and turned columns, a...

The Lit De Marriage Bed, hand carved in the Louis XV style has been modelled after one of our original pieces from the 1800s which was made in the French tradition of having a piece ...