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French Art Nouveau Brass “Swallows” coin tray 1920’s by artist Gangand
French Art Nouveau Brass “Swallows” coin tray 1920’s by artist Gangand

French Art Nouveau Brass “Swallows” coin tray 1920’s by artist Gangand

Located in Wiesbaden, DE

This is a larger brass coin tray made by French artisan, A. Gangard. Artist A. Gangard was active from the late 1800s to the early 1900s around the Belle Epoch / fin de siecle. In...

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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Brass

Rare Antique General Store Eastlake Style Paper Roll Cutter
Rare Antique General Store Eastlake Style Paper Roll Cutter

Rare Antique General Store Eastlake Style Paper Roll Cutter

Located in Chicago, IL

Rare antique general store Eastlake style two-tier paper roll cutter.  

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Early 1900s American Industrial Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Iron

Antique Desk Lamp, Early 1900
Antique Desk Lamp, Early 1900

Antique Desk Lamp, Early 1900

Located in Eindhoven, Netherlands

A nice French imposing lamp with a beautifully crafted base and cap. Rare and decorative model. He leans forward and backwards in the foot. There is still an original bayonet fitt...

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Early 20th Century French Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Brass

Sampson Mordan Pig Letter Opener for Waterman Pens
Sampson Mordan Pig Letter Opener for Waterman Pens

Sampson Mordan Pig Letter Opener for Waterman Pens

Located in New York, NY

A sterling silver page turner, or letter opener featuring a pig. This is an exceptional piece, and very rare indeed, if not unique. Not only was it made by one of England's finest si...

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Early 1900s English Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Sterling Silver

Boxed Gilt Bronze Letter Opener and Seal by G A Chenus
Boxed Gilt Bronze Letter Opener and Seal by G A Chenus

Boxed Gilt Bronze Letter Opener and Seal by G A Chenus

By G. A. Chenus

Located in East Geelong, VIC

This boxed set of a letter opener and seal is made of gilt bronze and both pieces are signed by G A Chenus, a French sculptor of the Art Nouveau period. Both pieces are decorated wit...

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Bronze

Large Sterling Silver Crocodile Skin Goliath Clock
Large Sterling Silver Crocodile Skin Goliath Clock

Large Sterling Silver Crocodile Skin Goliath Clock

Located in London, GB

A rare and unusually large Goliath clock. The sterling silver case dated for London 1902 and having a crocodile skin covered back and leg. The clock is 200 hours. The clock is in ...

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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Silver

Erhard & Sohne Art Nouveau, Jugendstil Inlaid Clock
Erhard & Sohne Art Nouveau, Jugendstil Inlaid Clock

Erhard & Sohne Art Nouveau, Jugendstil Inlaid Clock

By Erhard & Söhne

Located in Chicago, IL

This is a beautiful clock, with inlaid exotic woods and brass.

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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Brass

Brass Clock Dutch Art Nouveau, 1903
Brass Clock Dutch Art Nouveau, 1903

Brass Clock Dutch Art Nouveau, 1903

By J.C. Stoffels

Located in Amsterdam, NL

The clock is designed by J.C. Stoffels (1878-1952) in a constructive style, inspired by the architect H.P. Berlage and the designer Jan Eisenloeffel. Apart from gorgeous clocks like ...

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Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Brass

Large Viennese Secession Table Clock Made of Brass
Large Viennese Secession Table Clock Made of Brass

Large Viennese Secession Table Clock Made of Brass

By Wiener Werkstätte

Located in Wien, AT

Large table clock in the style of the Wiener Werkstätte. Case made from brass. Silver plated face (rubbered). Art Nouveau clock movement. Coil gong every half an hour. Key to wind...

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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Brass

Rare Dutch Art Nouveau Enameled Brass Pendulum by J.C. Stoffels, 1905
Rare Dutch Art Nouveau Enameled Brass Pendulum by J.C. Stoffels, 1905

Rare Dutch Art Nouveau Enameled Brass Pendulum by J.C. Stoffels, 1905

By Onder den Sint Maarten, J.C. Stoffels

Located in Amstelveen, NL

Rare Dutch Art Nouveau (Nieuwe Kunst) brass pendulum by Johannes Cornelis Stoffels (1878-1952), executed by the Dutch company Onder den Sint-Maarten. (See last picture for mark.) The...

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Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Brass

Antique High Desk Addition, circa 1900
Antique High Desk Addition, circa 1900

Antique High Desk Addition, circa 1900

Located in Freiburg, DE

Small practical addition for commodes, tables, etc. Non-toxic wood-worm treatment.

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Early 1900s German Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Wood

Antique American Carved Oak Hall, Desk, Occasional Chair, America 1900, H1194
Antique American Carved Oak Hall, Desk, Occasional Chair, America 1900, H1194

Antique American Carved Oak Hall, Desk, Occasional Chair, America 1900, H1194

Located in Vancouver, BC

Antique American Carved Oak Hall, Desk, Occasional Chair, America 1900, H1194 America 1900 Solid Oak Original Finish Heavily carved and shaped top rail Upholstered back with carved ...

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Early 1900s Scottish Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Oak

Antique English Walnut Desk Organizer
Antique English Walnut Desk Organizer

Antique English Walnut Desk Organizer

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Made in England in the 20th century, this antique walnut desk organizer has its original key and working lock. It is has many compartments and secret hiding places. The top panel hol...

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Early 1900s Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Walnut

HUGE American Trestle, Console, Desk Table with Plank Top, 12', Circa 1900
HUGE American Trestle, Console, Desk Table with Plank Top, 12', Circa 1900

HUGE American Trestle, Console, Desk Table with Plank Top, 12', Circa 1900

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

American Trestle Table with Plank Top, Stretcher Base, Pierced Side Supports, Full Lenght Plank Top, Original Restored Condition Originally $ 16,000.00 PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR WEB...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Pine

Tiffany Studios "Nautilus" Desk Lamp
Tiffany Studios "Nautilus" Desk Lamp

Tiffany Studios "Nautilus" Desk Lamp

By Tiffany Studios

Located in New York, NY

A Tiffany Studios desk lamp comprising an original nautilus shell shade on a bronze base, the leading and bronze finish in a rich brown patina. The base features an inset border of n...

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Early 1900s American Aesthetic Movement Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Bronze

Antique Adjustable Brass Desk Lamp with Lustre Art Glass Shade
Antique Adjustable Brass Desk Lamp with Lustre Art Glass Shade

Antique Adjustable Brass Desk Lamp with Lustre Art Glass Shade

By Hubbell

Located in Mobile, AL

Art Deco adjustable brass desk lamp with "Lustre Art" iridescent gold glass trumpet/bell shaped shade. Original "Harvey Hubbell" Acorn pull chain socket, circa 1900s. Measures 5.5 in...

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Early 1900s American Art Deco Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Brass

Glass and Silver Desk/Inkwell with Stamp Section
Glass and Silver Desk/Inkwell with Stamp Section

Glass and Silver Desk/Inkwell with Stamp Section

Located in London, London

Glass and silver desk/inkwell with separate stamp holder section.

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Early 1900s Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Silver

Edwardian Ormolu, "Rise and Fall" Desk Lamp
Edwardian Ormolu, "Rise and Fall" Desk Lamp

Edwardian Ormolu, "Rise and Fall" Desk Lamp

Located in London, GB

With green glass tulip shade. The light fitting moves up and down the centre stalk. Small marks and scuffs consistent with age. Currently electrified for the UK.

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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Ormolu

Edwardian Walnut 9-Drawer Pedestal Desk, circa 1905
Edwardian Walnut 9-Drawer Pedestal Desk, circa 1905

Edwardian Walnut 9-Drawer Pedestal Desk, circa 1905

Located in Salisbury, GB

Edwardian walnut 9-drawer pedestal desk with inset leather top and original brass swan neck handles, circa 1905 Height of kneehole 61cm.

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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Walnut, Leather

F. O. Schmidt / Suite of Furniture à la Loos, Vienna Secession, around 1900
F. O. Schmidt / Suite of Furniture à la Loos, Vienna Secession, around 1900

F. O. Schmidt / Suite of Furniture à la Loos, Vienna Secession, around 1900

By Friedrich Otto Schmidt

Located in Vienna, AT

FRIEDRICH OTTO SCHMIDT: SUITE OF FURNITURE A LA LOOS EXCEPTIONALLY FINE BOOKCASE EXCEPTIONALLY FINE GENTLEMAN'S DESK A PAIR OF CHAIRS designed and executed by: Friedrich Ott...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Desk 1900

Antique English Edwardian Arts & Crafts Walnut Open Armchairs Desk Chairs, Pair
Antique English Edwardian Arts & Crafts Walnut Open Armchairs Desk Chairs, Pair

Antique English Edwardian Arts & Crafts Walnut Open Armchairs Desk Chairs, Pair

Located in Leeds, West Yorkshire

A very stylish pair of antique Edwardian walnut Arts & Crafts open armchairs dating from circa 1905. With turned rail backs and carved top rail, curved arm supports and turned legs u...

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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Walnut

Early 1900s American Industrial Roll Top Desk/Table by Toledo
Early 1900s American Industrial Roll Top Desk/Table by Toledo

Early 1900s American Industrial Roll Top Desk/Table by Toledo

By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Early 1900s American Industrial roll top table by Toledo. Great as used as bar.

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Early 1900s American Industrial Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Metal

1905 Adjustable Piano / Roll Top Desk Lamp with Antique American Art Glass Shade
1905 Adjustable Piano / Roll Top Desk Lamp with Antique American Art Glass Shade

1905 Adjustable Piano / Roll Top Desk Lamp with Antique American Art Glass Shade

Located in Mississauga, CA

Very elegant early 1900s piano or roll top desk lamp with original restored finish. This lamp is fitted with a beautiful gold aurene squash American art glass shades attributed to St...

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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Metal, Brass

Art Nouveau Desk or Piano Lamp, Bronze & Green Opaline Glass France, circa 1905
Art Nouveau Desk or Piano Lamp, Bronze & Green Opaline Glass France, circa 1905

Art Nouveau Desk or Piano Lamp, Bronze & Green Opaline Glass France, circa 1905

Located in L'Etang, FR

Table or desk or piano lamp. Bronze and green opaline glass. Art Nouveau, France, circa 1905. Very good condition, new electrification.

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Vintage Wrought Iron Industrial Side, Console or Garden Table, the Netherlands
Vintage Wrought Iron Industrial Side, Console or Garden Table, the Netherlands

Vintage Wrought Iron Industrial Side, Console or Garden Table, the Netherlands

Located in Amsterdam, NL

But you could also place a chair in front to use it as a little desk. Made between 1900 and 1930. This table stood at an old canal house in Amsterdam.

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Early 20th Century Dutch Industrial Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Wrought Iron

Swedish Writer's Desk, 1900
Swedish Writer's Desk, 1900

Swedish Writer's Desk, 1900

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wonderful Swedish writer's desk from circa 1900 with later grey paint, single center drawer with ornamented brass pull ring.

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Early 1900s Swedish Schoolhouse Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Wood

Small french walnut desk 1900
Small french walnut desk 1900

Small french walnut desk 1900

Located in LYON, FR

An absolutely irresistible small desk, early 20th century, made of solid walnut. It features beautiful grain and an elegant overall appearance. Fully pegged, it also features a drawe...

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Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Walnut

Signed French Walnut Barley Twist Library Desk, 1900
Signed French Walnut Barley Twist Library Desk, 1900

Signed French Walnut Barley Twist Library Desk, 1900

Located in Hamburg, PA

Signed French walnut barley twist library desk with three drawers and functional pull-out work shelf. Stamped A. Delhomme Lyon. Possibly signed by the furniture maker. Made of solid ...

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Early 1900s French Louis XIII Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Antique Edwardian Satinwood and Floral Painted Carlton House Writing Desk, 1900
Antique Edwardian Satinwood and Floral Painted Carlton House Writing Desk, 1900

Antique Edwardian Satinwood and Floral Painted Carlton House Writing Desk, 1900

Located in London, GB

This is a truly exceptional antique Edwardian hand painted and inlaid satinwood Carlton House desk, circa 1900 in date. This stunning desk is made from the finest satinwood, and it ...

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Satinwood

Antique Golden Oak S-Roll Top Derby School Desk, Circa 1900
Antique Golden Oak S-Roll Top Derby School Desk, Circa 1900

Antique Golden Oak S-Roll Top Derby School Desk, Circa 1900

By Derby Desk Company

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique roll top office desk in the manner of derby offers golden oak paneled construction with s-roll top opening to reveal writing surface and storage raised on base having doub...

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Early 20th Century American Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Metal

Factory Desk, circa 1900
Factory Desk, circa 1900

Factory Desk, circa 1900

Located in Culver City, CA

Factory desk, circa 1900 Original black top on handsome base with turned legs.

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Early 1900s French Antique Desk 1900

Restaurant Desk/Counter, France, 1900
Restaurant Desk/Counter, France, 1900

Restaurant Desk/Counter, France, 1900

Located in Copenhagen K, DK

At the back, the counter is furnished with a desk, two drawers, and a large storage compartment with associated shelves.

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Early 1900s French Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Wood

Workshop Desk, England circa 1900
Workshop Desk, England circa 1900

Workshop Desk, England circa 1900

Located in Culver City, CA

England circa 1900 Pine workshop desk with original period paint.

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Early 1900s English Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Pine

Louis XVI Style Desk, circa 1900
Louis XVI Style Desk, circa 1900

Louis XVI Style Desk, circa 1900

Located in Greding, DE

Louis XVI style desk, crafted around 1900. The tabletop features burgundy leather with a surrounding brass trim.

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Early 1900s Louis XVI Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Brass

Martin Nyrop, Desk, Pine, Brass, Denmark, 1900
Martin Nyrop, Desk, Pine, Brass, Denmark, 1900

Martin Nyrop, Desk, Pine, Brass, Denmark, 1900

By Martin Nyrop

Located in High Point, NC

A pine and brass desk designed by Martin Nyrop for Copenhagen City Hall, Denmark, c. 1900.

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Early 1900s Danish Art Nouveau Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Brass

Writing Desk by Howard & Sons C.1900
Writing Desk by Howard & Sons C.1900

Writing Desk by Howard & Sons C.1900

By Howard and Sons

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

C.1900.

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Early 1900s English Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Brass

Painted Pine Ecclesiastical Desk, France circa 1900
Painted Pine Ecclesiastical Desk, France circa 1900

Painted Pine Ecclesiastical Desk, France circa 1900

Located in Culver City, CA

Painted pine desk in original finish, recovered from a church in Nantes.

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Early 1900s French Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Pine

English Oak Leather Inlaid Desk ca. 1900
English Oak Leather Inlaid Desk ca. 1900

English Oak Leather Inlaid Desk ca. 1900

Located in MILL, NL

English Desk / Work table. Made of solid oak. Ca. 1900.

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Early 1900s Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Leather, Oak

Early Desk Chair, France, circa 1900
Early Desk Chair, France, circa 1900

Early Desk Chair, France, circa 1900

Located in Culver City, CA

Early desk chair, France, circa 1900. Original leather upholstery with repairs on swivel base.

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Early 1900s French Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Leather, Wood

Early 1900's School Desk
Early 1900's School Desk

Early 1900's School Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

turn of the [last] century school desk... carving on the top surface from 1907, seat flips up and down, desk :: height: 32", depth: 14.5", width: 24", seat height: 19.25", depth: 8",...

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Early 20th Century American Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Iron

French, Oak Child's School Desk c. 1900's
French, Oak Child's School Desk c. 1900's

French, Oak Child's School Desk c. 1900's

Located in London, GB

This French 1900's Oak child's school desk is a rare find that exudes immense character.

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Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Oak

Antique Desk with Extension, Northern Europe, circa 1900
Antique Desk with Extension, Northern Europe, circa 1900

Antique Desk with Extension, Northern Europe, circa 1900

Located in Chorzów, PL

Antique desk from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Very good condition. Made of walnut wood. Dimensions: height 128 cm / width 85 cm / depth. 49 cm.

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Early 1900s Swedish Other Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Walnut

Women's Desk, France, circa 1900
Women's Desk, France, circa 1900

Women's Desk, France, circa 1900

Located in Chorzów, PL

Women's desk, France, circa 1900. Wood: walnut Dimensions: height: 95 cm, width: 107 cm, depth: 60 cm.

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Early 1900s French British Colonial Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Walnut

Antique Edwardian Inlaid Writing Table Desk, circa 1900
Antique Edwardian Inlaid Writing Table Desk, circa 1900

Antique Edwardian Inlaid Writing Table Desk, circa 1900

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique Edwardian, mahogany and rosewood inlaid writing table, circa 1900 in date. The top is fitted with a leather writing surface with gold tooled decoration...

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Early 1900s English Antique Desk 1900

1900 Italian Desk in walnut and fir honey color
1900 Italian Desk in walnut and fir honey color

1900 Italian Desk in walnut and fir honey color

Located in Buggiano, IT

Italian desk in walnut and fir with two drawers, original from the early 1900s. Coming from a villa in Pisa.  To find out the cost of transport, send a message with your city and zip...

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Early 1900s Italian Rustic Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Walnut, Fir

Rustic Tuscan Fir Desk Table, Original from 1900, Honey Color
Rustic Tuscan Fir Desk Table, Original from 1900, Honey Color

Rustic Tuscan Fir Desk Table, Original from 1900, Honey Color

Located in Buggiano, IT

Rustic Tuscan fir desk table, original from 1900, coming from a country house in Lucca, honey color.

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Early 1900s Italian Rustic Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Fir

Antique Desk, Western Europe, circa 1900
Antique Desk, Western Europe, circa 1900

Antique Desk, Western Europe, circa 1900

Located in Chorzów, PL

A large desk from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries in the Neo-Renaissance style.

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Early 1900s Belgian Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Oak

Elegant women's writing desk, France, circa 1900.
Elegant women's writing desk, France, circa 1900.

Elegant women's writing desk, France, circa 1900.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Elegant women's desk, France, circa 1900. Very good condition.

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Brass

French Bureau Plat Desk Antique 1900
French Bureau Plat Desk Antique 1900

French Bureau Plat Desk Antique 1900

Located in Potters Bar, GB

French Kingwood Bureau Plat. This Beautiful Burau Plat Stands Upon Shaped Legs with Ormolu Mounts to The Toes and Knees. Circa 1900 This Quality Bureau Plat Features 3 Oak Lined Draw...

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Early 1900s Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Kingwood

English Adams Painted Decorated Satinwood Carlton House Desk, circa 1900
English Adams Painted Decorated Satinwood Carlton House Desk, circa 1900

English Adams Painted Decorated Satinwood Carlton House Desk, circa 1900

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a beautiful hand painted satinwood early 1900s era desk. The desk is in good vintage antique condition. The desk measures: 42 wide x 37 tall x 22 deep.

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Early 1900s English Adam Style Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Satinwood

Neoclassical dressing table / desk / Louis XVI, France, circa 1900
Neoclassical dressing table / desk / Louis XVI, France, circa 1900

Neoclassical dressing table / desk / Louis XVI, France, circa 1900

Located in VÉZELAY, FR

Side table / dressing table / lady's desk with white marble top and stained beech wood structure.

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Early 1900s French Neoclassical Revival Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Leather and Mahogany Desk Chair, circa 1900
Leather and Mahogany Desk Chair, circa 1900

Leather and Mahogany Desk Chair, circa 1900

Located in Culver City, CA

Worn blue leather upholstery on mahogany ball and claw cabriole legs.

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Early 1900s English Antique Desk 1900

Antique 1900's Rosewood Empire Secretary Desk
Antique 1900's Rosewood Empire Secretary Desk

Antique 1900's Rosewood Empire Secretary Desk

Located in Chicago, IL

28” x 15.5” x 38.5”H; desk height 28” Gorgeous Empire-style rosewood secretary desk from the turn of the century with Biedermeier influences. • four-way matched rosewood veneer •...

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Early 1900s American American Empire Antique Desk 1900

Materials

Rosewood

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Antique Desk 1900 For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique desk 1900 you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and mahogany, every antique desk 1900 was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an antique desk 1900 — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique desk 1900, those designed in Art Nouveau, Victorian and Arts and Crafts styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique desk 1900 over the years, but those crafted by Tiffany Studios, Maple & Co. and Royal Copenhagen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Desk 1900?

Prices for an antique desk 1900 can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $34 and can go as high as $184,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,041.
Questions About Antique Desk 1900
  • 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 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 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.