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Grain-Painted English Pine Kneehole Desk from Collection of Michael S. Smith
Located in Southampton, NY
Grain-painted English pine kneehole desk, probably late 19th century, from the collection of
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Late 19th Century English Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Pine

19th Century Chinoiserie Desk
Located in New Orleans, LA
This French, 19th century Chinoiserie black lacquer and gilded kneehole desk features an impressive
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Wood

Antique 19th Century Chinoiserie Desk
19th Century Chinoiserie Desk
H 33 in W 48 in D 21 in
Petite, 19th Century Veneered Desk
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A beautifully hand-carved and inlaid, c. 1825, Italian, single drawer, tapered leg writing desk
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1820s Italian Antique Desk Collections

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Wood, Olive, Pearwood, Walnut

Antique Petite, 19th Century Veneered Desk
Petite, 19th Century Veneered Desk
H 30.75 in W 32.25 in D 21.75 in
Collection of Four English Victorian Letter Clips
Located in Port Chester, NY
This is a charming collection, With four clips it is possible to keep a desk top tidy. The three
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19th Century English Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Metal

Régence Style Marquetry Writing Desk
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A magnificent and very rare Régence style marquetry inlaid grand bureau plat or writing desk
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Régence Style Marquetry Writing Desk
Régence Style Marquetry Writing Desk
H 37.41 in W 87.8 in D 43.31 in
19th Century American Chippendale Writing Desk
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Nashville, TN
desk to work from, or a stunning centerpiece to add to your antique collection, this chippendale desk
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1880s American Chippendale Antique Desk Collections

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Mahogany

19th Century Swedish Rustic Painted Kneehole Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
Early 19th century Swedish rustic teal-painted kneehole desk, from the personal collection of
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Early 19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Wood, Paint

French, Oak Child's School Desk c. 1900's
Located in London, GB
generations of young scholars. This antique desk is a wonderful addition to any home or collection.
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Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Oak

Antique French, Oak Child's School Desk c. 1900's
French, Oak Child's School Desk c. 1900's
H 29.14 in W 20.48 in D 19.3 in
Lord Nelson`s Family Portable Sloping Laptop Desk
Located in Dorking, GB
This desk was purchased by me at the closure of the Whitbread Archive Museum in 2001. It comes with
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Early 18th Century English Georgian Antique Desk Collections

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Oak

French Art Nouveau "Magnolia" Desk by, Louis Majorelle
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Englewood, NJ
An extremely fine and rare carved wood and inlaid marquetry single drawer "Magnolia" desk decorated
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Desk Collections

William IV Inlaid Mahogany Desk Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Kittery Point, ME
drawer inscribed Mapledurham/Oxon/From the Collection of the/Rev. Walter Levett, Vicar of/Bray; Bought at
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19th Century English William IV Antique Desk Collections

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Mahogany

Fantastic French 19th Century Boulle Desk with Bronze Mounts
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in New Orleans, LA
This magnificent 19th century tortoiseshell Boulle desk features gorgeous bronze mounts and
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Early 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Desk Collections

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Bronze

Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Architects Desk by Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
wood crossbanded Architects desk by the renowned Victorian retailer and cabinet makers Edwards
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1880s English High Victorian Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Mahogany

Antique French Empire Revival Ormolu Mounted Desk, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
. This desk will soon become the centrepiece of your furniture collection, there is no mistaking the
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1880s French Empire Revival Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Ormolu

Porcelain Glass Collection of Eye Prostheses
Located in London, GB
A rare set of 24 glass eyes, early 20th century. Glass and porcelain. Different sizes, colors and shapes. Highly collectable and a great talking curio. Dimensions: The...
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Early 20th Century Antique Desk Collections

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Porcelain

Early 1900's Antique Venetian, Burled, Walnut, Mirrored, Secretary / Desk!!
Located in Austin, TX
to any home decor collection. The desk's dark wood tones and antique theme make it a standout item
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Early 20th Century Italian Other Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Watchmakers Desk Georgian Taste Hardwood & Brown Leather
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely circa 1880-1900 Watchmakers desk in the Georgian
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1880s English Georgian Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Georgian Solid Mahogany Desk Says Knee, Late 18th Century
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
A small Georgian period mahogany knee-hole desk with blue leather sliding writing surface. It has
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18th Century Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Mahogany

Executive desk in Macassar ebony by Pander & zn, Netherlands 1930s
By H.Pander & Zonen, Paul Bromberg
Located in ECHT, NL
High quality custom made executive desk. Made from solid Macassar ebony and Macassar ebony veneer
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Wood, Ebony, Macassar

Antique Anglo Indian Military Campaign Trestle Desk & Armchair Hardwood & Brass
Located in GB
Campaign trestle desk with matching directors armchair. A highly decorative and well made pairing, the
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19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Desk Collections

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Brass

Famous French Bureau Plat or Desk Napoleon III, circa 1870
Located in Berlin, DE
Famous French bureau plat or desk Napoleon III, circa 1870 In Bois Satiné veneer, mirror veneer
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19th Century French Antique Desk Collections

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Bronze

English George III Mahogany & Leather Pedestal “Rent” Writing Desk ca. 1800
Located in Shippensburg, PA
GEORGE III MAHOGANY & TOOLED LEATHER PEDESTAL DESK WITH "RENT" COMPARTMENTS England, ca. 1800 with
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19th Century English George III Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Brass

Antique George III Banded Satinwood Lady's Writing Desk with Rosewood Inlay
Located in Morristown, NJ
18th c., England, a delightful George III cheveret lady's writing desk in two parts. The upper five
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1790s English George III Antique Desk Collections

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Ivory, Satinwood, Rosewood, Leather

Exceptional Early 17th Century Spanish Walnut Vargueno Desk on Stand
Located in Benington, Herts
/ bargueno escritorio writing desk on trestle stand. Spain, Salamanca circa 1600-1630. This
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17th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Desk Collections

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Walnut

Unique Thonet Desk Chair, Museum Piece
By Thonet
Located in Delft, NL
Unique Thonet desk chair, Museum piece One of our unique Thonet desk chair It's from a
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19th Century Antique Desk Collections

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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
Ormolu-Mounted Marquetry Roll-Top Desk Attributed to P. Bernard
By Jean-Henri Riesener
Located in London, GB
Furniture of the 19th century, Antique Collectors Club, 2013, p. 111 This roll-top desk is after a famous
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Desk Collections

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Ormolu

Antique French Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Marquetry Desk by Maison Léger
By Maison Léger
Located in London, GB
for King Louis V make the desk a very desirable addition to one’s collection.
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Desk Collections

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Ormolu

Transforming Ladies Desk, so called Secretaire a Culbute, France, 19th Century
Located in Greven, DE
Convertible small desk - so-called Secrétaire à culbute France 19th c. Dimensions: H x W x D: 70
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Desk Collections

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Wood

Original Thomas Chippendale George III Hardwood Architect's Work Desk Table
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in GB
Architects writing table or desk A very fine, highly collectable and rare piece of English Georgian
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1780s English George III Antique Desk Collections

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Hardwood

Table Rent Center Desk Tavolino Tuscan Italian Walnut Oval Baroque
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
few rent tables survive and they are usually only found in historic house and museum collections
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Early 17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Desk Collections

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Walnut

Unique Thonet Desk Chair, Museum Piece
By Thonet
Located in Delft, NL
One of our unique Thonet desk chair, Museum piece It's from a collection of a Museum, The Haque
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19th Century Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Wood

Important Italian Angiolo Barbetti Firenze Antique Cherub Desk Library Table
By Angiolo Barbetti
Located in GB
in museum collections, they are simply that good This is an Italian carved walnut library or
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1860s Italian High Victorian Antique Desk Collections

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Walnut

Antique 6ft/184cm Ormolu Mounted French Empire Revival Pedestal Desk 1920s
Located in London, GB
desk will soon become the centrepiece of your furniture collection, there is no mistaking the
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1920s French Empire Revival Antique Desk Collections

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Ormolu

Restored Gothic Revival Desk Side Bookcases Drawer Writing Slope Pugin Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London, Pugin
Located in GB
partner desk with top drawer writing slope and side bookcases made by either Gillows of Lancaster or Pugin
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1840s English Gothic Revival Antique Desk Collections

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Leather, Oak

Lovely Victorian circa 1880 English Panelled Hardwood Twin Pedestal Partner Desk
Located in GB
pedestal partner desk with original fittings and brass castors A good looking and well made desk in
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1880s English Victorian Antique Desk Collections

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Leather, Hardwood

A rare French Louis XIV large pewter and fruitwood inlaid marquetry desk
By Pierre Gole
Located in PARIS, FR
A rare French Louis XIV large pewter and fruitwood inlaid marquetry desk called “bureau Mazarin
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Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Antique Desk Collections

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Bronze, Pewter

VR Stamped Victoria Regina Hardwood Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Victorian, 1860
Located in GB
desk with original castors and VR stamped locks for Victoria Regina A good looking and well made
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1880s English Victorian Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Very Rare Gillow Breakfront Library Desk Brass Gallery Burr Amboyna Wood
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
desk with brass gallery in Burr Amboyna timber, circa 1852-1857 An exceptionally rare example of a
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1850s English High Victorian Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Burl

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN FULLY STAMPED MORRIS & CO CIRCA 1880 SATiNWOOD PEDESTAL DESK
By Morris & Co.
Located in GB
important original fully stamped Morris & Co Satinwood Victorian pedestal desk with gallery top Please
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1880s English High Victorian Antique Desk Collections

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Satinwood

Early Victorian Oak Escritoire Desk Oriental Tapestry Laptop Work Table Campaign
Located in GB
We are delighted to this very rare Victorian oak Escritoire drop front desk with Oriental tapestry
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19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Desk Collections

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Tapestry, Oak

Art Deco Burl Karelian Birch Pedestal Writing Dining Table Desk circa 1930
Located in Shippensburg, PA
ART DECO PERIOD KARELIAN BIRCH PART-EBONIZED PEDESTAL DESK Circa 1930 also suitable as a small
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Desk Collections

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Glass, Birch

Gustavian Style Light Gray Painted Desk with Carved Reeded Drawer, circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
vase of fresh flowers, cherished family photos, or a collection of antique books. Whether as a writing
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Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Desk Collections

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Wood

Antique Aesthetic Period Bur Maple Edward & Roberts Writing Table Desk, 19th C
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
& Roberts' circa 1870 in date. This elegant desk is crafted from the most beautiful maple with ebony
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1870s English Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Maple

Oversized Victorian 1870 Burr Quarter Cut Walnut Knee Hole Pedestal Partner Desk
Located in GB
knee hole desk This desk is sublime, the walnut patina on the drawers is rich and warm, its burl or
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1870s English Victorian Antique Desk Collections

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Burl

Lovely George III circa 1780 Double Sided Walnut Partner Desk Original Handles
Located in GB
twin pedestal double sided partner desk with period handles and green leather surface A very well
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1780s English George III Antique Desk Collections

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Ostrich Leather, Walnut

1790 Gillows Cuban Hardwood Library Secretaire Desk Writing Table I Bramah Lock
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare circa 1790 George III Library writing desk
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Hardwood

Art Nouveau Double Sided Walnut and Rosewood Desk by Lajos Kozma, 1930
By Lajos Kozma
Located in Rome, IT
This rare large double sided desk was designed by Lajos (Ludwig) Kozma, who had an unprecedented
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1920s European Art Nouveau Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand / Desk Standish
By Edward & John Barnard
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver inkstand / desk
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Stunning Victorian 1880 Marble Topped Satinwood Console or Writing Table Desk
Located in GB
measurements are taken at the widest point This item is available for collection from our Wimbledon
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1880s English Victorian Antique Desk Collections

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Marble

Art Nouveau Double Sided Walnut and Rosewood Desk by Lajos Kozma, 1930
By Lajos Kozma
Located in Rome, IT
This rare large double sided desk was designed by Lajos (Ludwig) Kozma, who had an unprecedented
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1920s European Art Nouveau Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Wood

1800's Antique Fine French Napoleon III Marquetry, Drawers, Bonheur Du Jour Desk
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous 1800's Antique Fine French Napoleon III Marquetry, With Drawers, Bonheur Du Jour Desk
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Wood

18th Century Louis XV Marquetry Ladies' Desk Manner of J.C. Ellaume
Located in Berlin, DE
18th Century Louis XV Marquetry Ladies' Desk Manner of J.C. Ellaume A mid-18th century ladies
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1750s French Louis XV Antique Desk Collections

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Bronze

Rare Victorian Holland and Sons Double Sided Hardwood Partner Desk Writing Table
By Holland & Sons
Located in GB
Son’s mahogany double sided library table or partner desk fully stamped. A very rare and luxury desk
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Rare Antique circa 1860 Library Writing Table Desk with Twin Writing Slopes
Located in GB
normal twin drawer desk or even a dining table, the intended function was for two students or workers
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1860s English High Victorian Antique Desk Collections

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Hardwood

ANTIQUE CIRCA 1840 POLLARD OAK BROWN LEATHER TOP WRiTING LIBRARY TABLE DESK
By Holland & Sons
Located in GB
original Circa 1840 Pollard Oak Library writing table or desk with Chestnut Brown leather writing surface
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1840s English Early Victorian Antique Desk Collections

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Leather, Oak

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand / Desk Standish
By Edward Barnard & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver inkstand / desk
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Collections

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Oak Art Deco Modernist Desk or Writing Table by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1920s
By Hendrik Wouda, H.Pander & Zonen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Modernist desk or writing table. Design by Hendrik Wouda for H
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Desk Collections

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Oak

19th Century American Walnut "Wells Fargo" Desk by Wooton Desk. Co
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
desk comes complete with keys. Three Wooton desks that are in the national collections at the
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19th Century American High Victorian Antique Desk Collections

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Walnut

Original George III circa 1780 Double Sided Walnut Partner Desk Lion Head Handle
Located in GB
twin pedestal double sided partner desk with Lion head handles and brown leather surface A very well
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1780s English George III Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Set of Desk and Writing Instruments in Fitted Leather Box, 19th Century
Located in Great Barrington, MA
collection. All original and in excellent condition! The opener is 8" long, the pen is 7.25" long and the
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19th Century French Antique Desk Collections

Materials

Agate, Silver

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Antique Desk Collections For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of antique desk collections available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique desk collections was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, paper and wood. Antique desk collections have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique desk collections bearing Georgian or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique desk collections are appealing in their simplicity, but Leon Rosen, Paul McCobb and Pace Collection produced popular antique desk collections that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Desk Collections?

Antique desk collections can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $635, while the lowest priced sells for $55 and the highest can go for as much as $14,284.
Questions About Antique Desk Collections
  • 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.