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Southeast Asian Red Lacquered Decorated Desk
Located in New York, NY
Southeast Asian style (19th Century) red lacquer decorated desk with figural bird legs.
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19th Century Southeast Asian Antique Asian Desk

East India Dutch Company Captains Writing Desk
By Southeast Asia
Located in London, GB
A captivating piece of history, the Dutch East Indian Captain's Writing Desk. This extraordinary
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1730s Indonesian Dutch Colonial Antique Asian Desk

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Bone, Rosewood, Walnut

Red Lacquer Desk
Located in Greenwich, CT
Red lacquer desk with three drawers with pierce carvings motif.
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1920s Chinese Ming Antique Asian Desk

Materials

Lacquer

Antique Red Lacquer Desk
Red Lacquer Desk
H 32 in W 39 in D 20 in
Antique Chinese School Desk
Located in New York, NY
A nicely worn antique Chinese school desk with simple stool and single drawer all in one piece
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Asian Desk

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Wood

Antique Chinese School Desk
Antique Chinese School Desk
H 33 in W 21 in D 38 in
Antique Carved Tiger, Asian, Teak, Decorative Statue, 20th Century, circa 1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique carved tiger. An Asian, solid teak and bone decorative statue, dating to the
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Early 20th Century Asian Anglo-Indian Antique Asian Desk

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Teak

Japanese Antique Desk 1937s Primitive Japandi
Located in Chiba-Shi, JP
This is an old Japanese desk. It was made in 1937. The thick top plate gives it a solid feel. The
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Asian Desk

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Wood

Japanese Antique Desk 1937s Primitive Japandi
Japanese Antique Desk 1937s Primitive Japandi
H 29.61 in W 57.49 in D 20.67 in
Antique Brass Double Inkstand, Inkwell, Desk Set, Scotland 1910, H526
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Brass double inkstand, inkwell, desk set, Scotland 1910, H526 Scotland 1910 Solid brass
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1910s Asian Antique Asian Desk

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Brass

Porcelain and Bronze Inkwell in the Taste of Asian Art.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Porcelain and bronze inkwell in the taste of Asian Art. Inkwell decorated with a Buddha in white
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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Antique Asian Desk

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Bronze

Georgian Secretaire Bookcase Desk Mahogany 1800
Located in Potters Bar, GB
, great piece as both a desk and a bookcase Top half features the glass fronted cabinet for books and
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Early 1800s Antique Asian Desk

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Mahogany

Late 19th Century Japanese Hardwood Desk
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very impressive fine quality Japanese hardwood desk from the Meiji era, having a bridge like
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Asian Desk

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Hardwood

Late 19th Century Japanese Hardwood Desk
Late 19th Century Japanese Hardwood Desk
H 57.48 in W 55.118 in D 33.858 in
Japanese Antique Dining Table Desk Primitive Japandi
Located in Chiba-Shi, JP
This is an old desk from Japan. The main body is made of chestnut or ash wood. Since it is deep, I
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Asian Desk

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Wood

Hollywood Regency Mirrored Small Desk or Vanity
Located in New York, NY
Hollywood Regency mirrored small desk or vanity, allover mirrored with beveled mirror plates
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Early 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Antique Asian Desk

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Mirror

French Second Empire Mahogany Writing Desk
By Antoine Krieger
Located in Naples, FL
Mid 19th Century made by "MON. KRIEGER AMEBLEMENT-PARIS"; the Greek-key pattern, gold tooled black leather inset rectangular above a deep paneled frieze applied at the ends with loze...
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Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Asian Desk

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Mahogany

C. 1850 Italian Burl Walnut Writing Desk
Located in BALCATTA, WA
Our finest Italian desk to date. This superb mid 19th century Burl Walnut Writing Desk originates
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1850s Antique Asian Desk

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Walnut, Burl

C. 1850 Italian Burl Walnut Writing Desk
C. 1850 Italian Burl Walnut Writing Desk
H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 59.06 in
Victorian Ladies Writing Desk Mahogany Bureau 1900
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Elegant Victorian ladies writing desk Cute piece, very good condition and finish in mahogany Desk
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Early 1900s Antique Asian Desk

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Mahogany

Antique Architect's Desk, English, Adjustable, Draughtsman, Pedestal, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique architect's desk. An English, mahogany and leather adjustable draughtsman's
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Asian Desk

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Leather, Wood

Antique, Chinese Beech Wood Writing Desk, Vanity
Located in Pomona, CA
This unique writing desk has a multitude of drawers in the front and both sides and back are nicely
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Asian Desk

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Beech

Sheraton Secretaire Bookcase Antique Mahogany Desk, 1910
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Desk section opens out below glass fronted top to reveal writing surface Also cubby holes and drawers
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1910s Antique Asian Desk

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Mahogany

Vintage Late 19th Century Antique English Partner’s Desk
Located in Naples, FL
This late 19th century English Partners Desk is a true antique piece, perfect for collectors or
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Late 19th Century British Antique Asian Desk

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Leather, Wood

Japanese Antique Desk Table 1930s-1950s Primitive Japandi
Located in Chiba-Shi, JP
This is an old desk from Japan. It was used in an old Western-style building. This desk is a fusion
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Asian Desk

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Wood

Good Large Double Pedestal Mahogany Partners Desk
Located in Perth, GB
A Good Large double pedesal mahogany partners desk , with brass gallery to the top the gallery
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19th Century Scottish Antique Asian Desk

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Mahogany

Japanese Antique Desk Table 1912s-1930s Primitive Japandi
Located in Chiba-Shi, JP
This is an old Japanese desk. It was made from the Taisho period to the early Showa period. It was
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Asian Desk

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Wood

19th Century Queen Anne Lacquer Secretary Desk
Located in Naples, FL
A museum quality fine antique for your special home. The bookcase with duel arched molded hood is surmounted by three turned urn-form finials above a straight case fitted with a pair...
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Early 1900s British Queen Anne Antique Asian Desk

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Bronze

19th Century Antique Chinese Carved Secretary/Writing Desk
Located in Pomona, CA
This beautiful carved secretary/writing desk is traditional simply design with three drawers on the
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Asian Desk

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Elm

Rare Antique Shanxi Province Large Elm Calligraphy Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Antique Shanxi Province Large Elm Calligraphy Desk Rare calligraphy table in great antique
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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Asian Desk

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Wood, Elm

19th Century Chinese Carved Beech Wood Writing Desk
Located in Pomona, CA
This unique writing desk has a multitude of drawers in the front and both sides and back are nicely
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Asian Desk

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Beech

Antique Ship's Purser's Desk, English, Writing Table, Beidermeier, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique ship's purser's desk. An English, burr walnut Davenport writing table in the
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Asian Desk

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Walnut

Early 19th Century French Empire "Bureau a Gradin" Desk
By Pierre-Philippe Thomire
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
female torsos continuing to leaf carved paw feet. This same desk was featured in a Sotheby's New York
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Early 19th Century Italian Empire Antique Asian Desk

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Mahogany

C. 1850 Empire Style Walnut Marquetry Italian Writing Desk
Located in BALCATTA, WA
Found in the Veneto region, Italy, we purchased this mid 19th C. Empire style desk for its
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1850s Empire Antique Asian Desk

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Walnut

Japanese Antique Low Table Literary Desk 1920s-1930s Primitive Japandi
Located in Chiba-Shi, JP
This is an old Japanese low table. It was made from the Taisho era to the early Showa era. The top plate is made of a single piece of chestnut wood. I think the dark chestnut wood th...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Asian Desk

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Wood

Japanese Antique Low Table Literary Desk 1920s-1930s Primitive Japandi
Located in Chiba-Shi, JP
This is an old Japanese low table. It was made from the Taisho era to the early Showa era. All made from solid chestnut wood. The top plate is made of a single piece of chestnut wood...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Asian Desk

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Wood

Stunning quality pair of Chinese export canton black lacquer desk cabinet
Located in TOULON, FR
Stunning quality pair of Chinese export canton black lacquer desk cabinet China, circa 1830 The
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Early 19th Century Antique Asian Desk

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Wood, Lacquer

Antique Gentleman's Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk Victorian, C.1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique gentleman's Davenport. An English, walnut and bird's eye maple writing cabinet in Aesthetic Period taste, dating to the Victorian era, circa 1880. A fine example,...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Asian Desk

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Walnut

Pair of Antique Executive Desk Bookends, English, Book Rest, Edwardian, C.1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of executive desk bookends. An English, solid mahogany and leather dressed book rest
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Asian Desk

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Wood

Sublime 19th Chinese Lacqurered Dressing Table Vanity Unit Writing Table or Desk
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare 19th century Chinese lacquered dressing table with drawers A very good looking deceptive and multi-functional piece of furniture...
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19th Century Chinese Victorian Antique Asian Desk

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Wood

black lacquer wood chinoiserie travel Desk George III
Located in Valladolid, ES
Travel desk made of lacquered and gilded wood with drawers inside, reserved scenes with figures in
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1790s English Chinese Export Antique Asian Desk

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Metal

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Wisteria Inaba 4 Piece Desk Set
Located in New York, NY
turquoise blue background. Collectible Oriental Asian Decor, Desk Accessories And Writing Instruments
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Asian Desk

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Enamel

18th Century Gilt Black Chinese Larquer Cabinet Desk
Located in Brea, CA
18th century gilt black lacquer Chinese cabinet desk, the rectangular-section body decorated with
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Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Asian Desk

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Lacquer

19th Century Chinese Lacquer Secretary Desk in Louis XV Style
By Faubourg
Located in NICE, FR
This unique Louis XV-style Chinese lacquer secretary desk from the late 19th century boasts a rich
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Asian Desk

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Lacquer

Circa 1780-1810 American Slant-Front Desk
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1780-1810 American slant-front desk of well figured solid flame birch, cherry, and birch
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Late 18th Century American Late Victorian Antique Asian Desk

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Wood, Cherry, Birch

Circa 1780-1810 American Slant-Front Desk
Circa 1780-1810 American Slant-Front Desk
H 41 in W 41.25 in D 21.75 in
19th Century Chinese Export Lacquer and Gilt Davenport Desk
Located in Brea, CA
Early 19th century Chinese export lacquer and gilt Davenport desk, the entire finely decorated with
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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Asian Desk

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Lacquer

Exceptional Chinese Export Gilt Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Decorated Lap Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese export, circa 1820. An exceptional quality and rare form. Featuring figural landscape decorations in gilt to the main black lacquer doors, which open to reveal 13 separated c...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Asian Desk

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Giltwood, Lacquer

18th Century Desk or Jam Maker in Walnut
Located in Marseille, FR
Small rustic piece of furniture that can serve as a desk or jam maker from the 18th century in
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18th Century Antique Asian Desk

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Walnut

18th Century Desk or Jam Maker in Walnut
18th Century Desk or Jam Maker in Walnut
H 34.26 in W 25.99 in D 18.12 in
Antique English Coromandel & Ormolu Mounted Four Piece Desk Set Mid 19th C
By George Betjemann & Sons
Located in London, GB
desk set by the renowned London maker of luxury items, Betjemann & Sons, cira 1860 in date, The set
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1860s English Victorian Antique Asian Desk

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Ormolu

Rare Antique Chinese Red Lacquer Desk Box Early 20th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A rare antique Chinese red lacquer desk box of cove sided rectangular base with three lidded
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Asian Desk

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Lacquer

American Antique Hand-Painted Birds and Poppies Desk
Located in South Burlington, VT
desk. This unique work of art is hand-painted on front with a roundel of three vibrant and colorful
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Asian Desk

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Wood

18th Century Chinese Export Lacquer Chinoiserie Bureau Desk for the Dutch Market
Located in Amsterdam, NL
desks purchased in Canton in 1737, and as far as is known, this is the only remaining bureau of its type
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Asian Desk

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Wood, Cypress, Lacquer

Anglo-Indian Rosewood Writing Desk, India, circa 1825
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Elegant and finely crafted rosewood and ivory inlay traveller's writing desk from the late Mughal
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1820s Indian Islamic Antique Asian Desk

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Ivory, Rosewood

19th C China Trade Roll Top Lap Desk on Stand
Located in Charleston, SC
A early-19th century Asian hardwood lap desk on stand. A similar one is pictured in "The Decorative
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Asian Desk

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Wood

Late 19th Century Wooden Secretary with Brass Fittings and Decorations
Located in Sofia, BG
Chest in natural wood made in late 19th century and lately transformed into a secretary with red interior. The gilded brass fittings depicting stylized butterflies, finely chiseled w...
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Asian Desk

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Wood

Antique Pewter Inlaid Burl Amboyne Coromandel Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box 19Ct
Located in Dublin, Ireland
obtained from the Narra Tree and is native to Southeastern Asia, Northern Australasia, and the Western
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Asian Desk

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Brass

Art Deco Freestanding Oak Walnut Brass Desk Chest Attributed Josef Frank, 1927
By Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco freestanding vintage commodes, chest or desk from oak, walnut and brass attributed to
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Asian Desk

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Brass

Middle Eastern Brass Inkwell Qalamdan 19th C
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A 19th century Middle Eastern, Asian brass decorated Islamic Moorish Qalamdan. The Qalamdan is an
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19th Century Asian Moorish Antique Asian Desk

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Brass

Antique Bed Side Drawer, Small Cabinet, Japanese Antique
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
both a bedside and a side table, perfect for placing next to your bed or desk. Crafted from high
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Early 20th Century Taisho Antique Asian Desk

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Wood

Antique Japanese Taisho Era c1920's Mulberry Wood Haribako Sewing Tansu 11.5"
Located in Portland, OR
Available from Shogun's Gallery in Portland, Oregon for over 40 years specializing in Asian Arts
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Asian Desk

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Copper

1950s Chinese Chair by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Shibuya City, JP
and comfort, even when seated deeply. As a result, it is ideal for both desk work and relaxation time.
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1640s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Asian Desk

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Leather, Mahogany, Teak

Original Keuffel and Esser Drafting Table
By Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
Located in Hong Kong, HK
desk or traditional dining table. Its original oak top, refinished with breadboard ends, adds to its
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Asian Desk

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Iron

Antique Korean Small Table Soban Gangwon Do Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
and serve foods, but also as small desk, incense burner holder and altar table. Its small and low
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Late 19th Century Korean Other Antique Asian Desk

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Wood

Japanese lacquered wooden antique display stand/temple small stand/Edo/1800s
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
for placing incense burners and offerings in front of the Buddha statue. The name of this desk is
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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Asian Desk

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Wood, Cypress

Antique Korean Lacquer Wood Soban Table Joseon Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
primarily as individual dining table to present and serve foods, but also as small desk, incense burner
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Late 19th Century Korean Other Antique Asian Desk

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Wood

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Antique Asian Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique Asian desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and metal, every antique Asian desk was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an antique Asian desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique Asian desk, those designed in Georgian, Art Deco and Louis XV styles are of considerable interest. A well-made antique Asian desk has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Awaji Pottery, Globe Wernicke and Ross & Co. Dublin are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Asian Desk?

An antique Asian desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,900, while the lowest priced sells for $275 and the highest can go for as much as $95,000.
Questions About Antique Asian 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 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.
  • 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.