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English Victorian Oak Lap Desk Box
English Victorian Oak Lap Desk Box

English Victorian Oak Lap Desk Box

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian oak and walnut trim lap desk box with nail head and brass filigree design.

Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Desk Box

Materials

Brass

English Victorian Oak Lap Desk Box
English Victorian Oak Lap Desk Box

English Victorian Oak Lap Desk Box

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian oak and walnut trim lap desk box with nail head and brass filigree design.  

Category

Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Desk Box

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Desk Box
19th Century English Desk Box

19th Century English Desk Box

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This English early 19th-century desk box exudes a refined charm with its dark wood construction and

Category

1830s English William IV Antique Desk Box

Materials

Wood

1930s Rosewood Campaign Desk Box with Brass Fittings
1930s Rosewood Campaign Desk Box with Brass Fittings

1930s Rosewood Campaign Desk Box with Brass Fittings

Located in Marbella, ES

Elegant English campaign desk box crafted from solid rosewood with finely crafted brass

Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

English Regency Mahogany Travelling Lap Desk Box with Secret Compartment
English Regency Mahogany Travelling Lap Desk Box with Secret Compartment

English Regency Mahogany Travelling Lap Desk Box with Secret Compartment

Located in Savannah, GA

Large size English Regency mahogany travelling sloped lap desk/ box with original brass corner

Category

Early 1800s English Regency Antique Desk Box

Materials

Brass

Late 19th Century Desk Box -  Bayley's England
Late 19th Century Desk Box -  Bayley's England

Late 19th Century Desk Box - Bayley's England

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful antique desk box. Made of wood, covered with leather with beautiful gold details. Fine

Category

1890s English Late Victorian Antique Desk Box

Materials

Copper

Traveling Desk Box
Traveling Desk Box

Traveling Desk Box

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Georgian period traveling desk from circa 1820, crafted in England, features an Italiante

Category

1820s English Early Victorian Antique Desk Box

Materials

Wood

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Doré Desk Box or Humidor
Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Doré Desk Box or Humidor

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Doré Desk Box or Humidor

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze desk box or humidor By Tiffany

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

English Regency Mahogany Travelling Sloped Lap Desk Box, 19th Century
English Regency Mahogany Travelling Sloped Lap Desk Box, 19th Century

English Regency Mahogany Travelling Sloped Lap Desk Box, 19th Century

Located in Savannah, GA

English Regency mahogany travelling sloped lap desk box with brass corner mounts and handles, 19th

Category

19th Century English Regency Antique Desk Box

Materials

Mahogany

Tiffany Studios New York Adam Pattern Bronze Doré Desk Box or Jewelry Box
Tiffany Studios New York Adam Pattern Bronze Doré Desk Box or Jewelry Box

Tiffany Studios New York Adam Pattern Bronze Doré Desk Box or Jewelry Box

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period "Adam" pattern gilt bronze desk box or jewelry box By

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

ENGLAND 1787 George III Tobacco Round Desk Box In Carved Wood And Silver
ENGLAND 1787 George III Tobacco Round Desk Box In Carved Wood And Silver

ENGLAND 1787 George III Tobacco Round Desk Box In Carved Wood And Silver

Located in Miami, FL

A George III tobacco round desk box made in England. This is a beautiful round desk box created in

Category

1780s English George III Antique Desk Box

Materials

Silver

Victorian 1880 Oval Desk Box in .925 Sterling Silver with Brown Faux Tortoise
Victorian 1880 Oval Desk Box in .925 Sterling Silver with Brown Faux Tortoise

Victorian 1880 Oval Desk Box in .925 Sterling Silver with Brown Faux Tortoise

Located in Miami, FL

A Victorian oval desk box. Beautiful and very attractive desk box, created in London England

Category

1880s English High Victorian Antique Desk Box

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Tortoise Shell Desk Box W/  3 Italian Faux Tortoise Leather Books
Victorian Tortoise Shell Desk Box W/  3 Italian Faux Tortoise Leather Books

Victorian Tortoise Shell Desk Box W/ 3 Italian Faux Tortoise Leather Books

Located in Kennesaw, GA

Holiday Gift Idea! This is a late 19th century English tortoise shell desk box paired with a set of

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Box

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Leather, Paper

WEDGWOOD 1880 Cameo Rectangular Desk Box With 18Kt Yellow Gold Accents
WEDGWOOD 1880 Cameo Rectangular Desk Box With 18Kt Yellow Gold Accents

WEDGWOOD 1880 Cameo Rectangular Desk Box With 18Kt Yellow Gold Accents

By Wedgewood

Located in Miami, FL

A Luxury desk box designed by Wedgwood. This is a magnificent desk box created in London England

Category

1880s English Late Victorian Antique Desk Box

Materials

Gold

NAPOLEON III Paris 1860 Travel Foldable Writing Desk Box In Precious Woods & Aba
NAPOLEON III Paris 1860 Travel Foldable Writing Desk Box In Precious Woods & Aba

NAPOLEON III Paris 1860 Travel Foldable Writing Desk Box In Precious Woods & Aba

By Napoléon III

Located in Miami, FL

An antique Napoleon III traveler portable writing-desk box. This is a gorgeous portable writing

Category

1860s French Napoleon III Antique Desk Box

Materials

Leather, Shell, Wood

Circa 1870s English Gothic Revival Writing Slope Desk Box
Circa 1870s English Gothic Revival Writing Slope Desk Box

Circa 1870s English Gothic Revival Writing Slope Desk Box

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1870s English Gothic Revival writing slope desk box. A letter box is flanked by the original

Category

1870s English Gothic Revival Antique Desk Box

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass Inlay Burl Wood Traveling Writing Desk Box
Vintage Brass Inlay Burl Wood Traveling Writing Desk Box

Vintage Brass Inlay Burl Wood Traveling Writing Desk Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite Victorian-era traveling writing desk is a masterclass in 19th-century craftsmanship

Category

Late 19th Century British Campaign Antique Desk Box

Materials

Brass

Embossed Leather Traveling Desk Box With Mother of Pearl Studs
Embossed Leather Traveling Desk Box With Mother of Pearl Studs

Embossed Leather Traveling Desk Box With Mother of Pearl Studs

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare North American embossed leather traveling desk/document box dating to 1825. This finely

Category

1820s American Antique Desk Box

Materials

Leather, Mother-of-Pearl

Rare Antique Chinese Red Lacquer Desk Box Early 20th Century
Rare Antique Chinese Red Lacquer Desk Box Early 20th Century

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

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Desk Box

Materials

Lacquer

Silver Repousse Box
Silver Repousse Box

Silver Repousse Box

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted 19th century Victorian silver repousse desk box with swirl, flower and lattice

Category

19th Century English Antique Desk Box

Materials

Silver

Tiffany Studios New York Art Deco 'Zodiac' Bronze Doré Box
Tiffany Studios New York Art Deco 'Zodiac' Bronze Doré Box

Tiffany Studios New York Art Deco 'Zodiac' Bronze Doré Box

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous bronze doré desk box, jewelry box, or decorative box featuring Zodiac designs By

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Doré Cigar Box, Circa 1910
Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Doré Cigar Box, Circa 1910

Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Doré Cigar Box, Circa 1910

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique cedar-lined gilt bronze desk box or cigar box featuring Greek key designs By

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Bronze Doré Box, Circa 1910
Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Bronze Doré Box, Circa 1910

Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Bronze Doré Box, Circa 1910

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze Chinese pattern desk box, jewelry

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Patinated Bronze Box, Circa 1910
Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Patinated Bronze Box, Circa 1910

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Patinated Bronze Box, Circa 1910

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A stunning antique Arts & Crafts period bronze desk box, jewelry box, or decorative box featuring

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

VICTORIAN 1880 Carved Wood Desk Oval Box With Hunting Dog Sculpture
VICTORIAN 1880 Carved Wood Desk Oval Box With Hunting Dog Sculpture

VICTORIAN 1880 Carved Wood Desk Oval Box With Hunting Dog Sculpture

Located in Miami, FL

Late Victorian carved wood oval box. Stupendous antique oval desk box, created in England during

Category

1880s English Late Victorian Antique Desk Box

Materials

Wood

GERMAN 1890 Treasure Chest Decorative Box In Cedar Wood & Silver Hardware
GERMAN 1890 Treasure Chest Decorative Box In Cedar Wood & Silver Hardware

GERMAN 1890 Treasure Chest Decorative Box In Cedar Wood & Silver Hardware

Located in Miami, FL

A German treasure chest desk box. This is a beautiful rectangular desk box created in Germany

Category

1890s German Black Forest Antique Desk Box

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Bronze Stamp Box
Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Bronze Stamp Box

Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Bronze Stamp Box

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period bronze "Chinese" pattern stamp box, desk box

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Pattern Bronze Doré Box
Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Pattern Bronze Doré Box

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Pattern Bronze Doré Box

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze "Zodiac" pattern desk box

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Pattern Bronze Doré Box
Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Pattern Bronze Doré Box

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Pattern Bronze Doré Box

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze "Zodiac" pattern desk box

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Pattern Bronze Doré Box
Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Pattern Bronze Doré Box

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Pattern Bronze Doré Box

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze "Zodiac" pattern desk box

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Heintz Arts & Crafts Bronze Cigar Box
Heintz Arts & Crafts Bronze Cigar Box

Heintz Arts & Crafts Bronze Cigar Box

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period bronze desk box or cigar box By Heintz Art

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Rare Antique Regency Travelling Writing Box, English c 1810-1820
Rare Antique Regency Travelling Writing Box, English c 1810-1820

Rare Antique Regency Travelling Writing Box, English c 1810-1820

Located in Kastrup, DK

A rare Regency writing desk box made in solid ebony. Original leather with natural age-related

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Desk Box

Materials

Brass

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Humidor or Cigarette Box
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Humidor or Cigarette Box

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Humidor or Cigarette Box

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period desk box, humidor, or cigarette box with verdigris green patina By

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Pattern Bronze Doré Box
Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Pattern Bronze Doré Box

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Pattern Bronze Doré Box

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze "Zodiac" pattern desk box

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Box
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Box

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Box

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period sterling silver on bronze desk box, jewelry box

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze, Sterling Silver

Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Bronze Stamp Box
Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Bronze Stamp Box

Tiffany Studios New York Chinese Pattern Bronze Stamp Box

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period bronze "Chinese" pattern desk box, jewelry box

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Stamp Box
Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Stamp Box

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Stamp Box

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period bronze "Zodiac" pattern stamp box, desk box

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Doré Stamp Box
Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Doré Stamp Box

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Doré Stamp Box

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze "Zodiac" pattern stamp box, desk

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Graduate Pattern Bronze Doré Box
Tiffany Studios New York Graduate Pattern Bronze Doré Box

Tiffany Studios New York Graduate Pattern Bronze Doré Box

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze Graduate pattern desk box, jewelry

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Doré Stamp Box
Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Doré Stamp Box

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Doré Stamp Box

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze "Zodiac" pattern stamp box, desk

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York 'Zodiac' Bronze Pen Tray Desk Accessory, circa 1910
Tiffany Studios New York 'Zodiac' Bronze Pen Tray Desk Accessory, circa 1910

Tiffany Studios New York 'Zodiac' Bronze Pen Tray Desk Accessory, circa 1910

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

patina from age. Matching desk accessories including an inkwell, calendar holder, desk box, and rocker

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Graduate Pattern Bronze Doré Stamp Box
Tiffany Studios New York Graduate Pattern Bronze Doré Stamp Box

Tiffany Studios New York Graduate Pattern Bronze Doré Stamp Box

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

, jewelry box, or desk box By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Century

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Graduate Bronze Doré Box, Circa 1910
Tiffany Studios New York Graduate Bronze Doré Box, Circa 1910

Tiffany Studios New York Graduate Bronze Doré Box, Circa 1910

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze Graduate pattern desk box, jewelry

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze

Art Nouveau Repousse Stork Box by Alfred Daguet
Art Nouveau Repousse Stork Box by Alfred Daguet

Art Nouveau Repousse Stork Box by Alfred Daguet

By Alfred Daguet

Located in Palm Beach, FL

repousse copper sheets clad many decorative letter and desk boxes sold at Bing’s shop in the early-1900s

Category

Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Desk Box

Materials

Stone, Enamel, Brass, Iron

Art Nouveau Canine Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet
Art Nouveau Canine Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet

Art Nouveau Canine Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet

By Alfred Daguet

Located in Palm Beach, FL

repousse copper sheets clad many decorative letter and desk boxes sold at Bing’s shop in the early-1900s

Category

Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Desk Box

Materials

Brass, Steel

Art Nouveau Cosmic Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet
Art Nouveau Cosmic Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet

Art Nouveau Cosmic Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet

By Alfred Daguet

Located in Palm Beach, FL

repousse copper sheets clad many decorative letter and desk boxes sold at Bing’s shop in the early-1900s

Category

Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Desk Box

Materials

Copper

Art Nouveau Basilisk Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet
Art Nouveau Basilisk Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet

Art Nouveau Basilisk Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet

By Alfred Daguet

Located in Palm Beach, FL

repousse copper sheets clad many decorative letter and desk boxes sold at Bing’s shop in the early-1900s

Category

Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Desk Box

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Steel

Art Nouveau Scorpion Fish Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet
Art Nouveau Scorpion Fish Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet

Art Nouveau Scorpion Fish Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet

By Alfred Daguet

Located in Palm Beach, FL

repousse copper sheets clad many decorative letter and desk boxes sold at Bing’s shop in the early-1900s

Category

Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Desk Box

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Antique French Belle Epoch Burlwood Revolving Door Decorative Box
Antique French Belle Epoch Burlwood Revolving Door Decorative Box

Antique French Belle Epoch Burlwood Revolving Door Decorative Box

Located in Forney, TX

in stunning rich briar elm burlwood, the half-moon shaped bentwood revolving door table or desk box

Category

Late 19th Century Belle Époque Antique Desk Box

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

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Antique Desk Box For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique desk box for your home. An antique desk box — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an antique desk box — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique desk box, designed in the Victorian, Regency or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made antique desk box has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Tiffany Studios, David Edwards and Erhard & Söhne are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Desk Box?

Prices for an antique desk box can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $115 and can go as high as $29,938, while the average can fetch as much as $1,368.

Finding the Right Decorative-objects for You

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation: Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Desk Box
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique ice boxes can be worth up to $2,000 - $3,000. Depending on its condition, an antique ice box can be a highly coveted item.
  • 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.