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American Indianapolis, Indiana Mahogany Wooton Armoire Desk, circa 1880
By Wooton Desk Co.
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A Wooton desk, produced from 1874 to 1890 in Indianapolis, Indiana Designed by entrepreneur
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Late 19th Century American Antique Desk Key

Materials

Mahogany

English 19th Century Oak Desk with Ebonized Accents and Gilded Greek Key Frieze
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English oak desk from the 19th century with ebonized accents, carved floral motifs and Greek Key
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19th Century English Antique Desk Key

Materials

Oak

Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Desk Calendar or Stationary Holder
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique gilt bronze desk calendar holder or stationary holder featuring Greek key
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Key

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios Greek Key Bronze Doré Blotter Ends With Leather Desk Blotter
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Art Deco or Arts & Crafts period gilt bronze blotter ends featuring Greek Key
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Key

Materials

Bronze

1820s English Mahogany Partner's Desk with Greek Key Leather Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 19th-century English mahogany partner's desk. A tooled gilt Greek key pattern borders the
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19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Desk Key

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Tiffany Studios New York Art Deco Greek Key Bronze Doré Pen Tray Desk Accessory
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Deco bronze doré pen tray featuring a Greek key design By Tiffany Studios New York
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Desk Key

Materials

Bronze

English Partner Desk, Writing Desk
Located in Berlin, DE
: We hereby confirm that the following working procedure will be carried out for the partner desk
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Key

Materials

Mahogany, Leather

Antique English Partner Desk, Writing Desk
English Partner Desk, Writing Desk
H 28.35 in W 48.04 in D 30.71 in
17th Century Iron Lock & Key
Located in New York, NY
17th century lock & key. Probably form a large cabinet or a door.  
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17th Century French Louis XIV Antique Desk Key

Materials

Iron

Antique 17th Century Iron Lock & Key
17th Century Iron Lock & Key
H 8 in W 4.88 in D 2 in
Safe key. Wrought iron. 17th century.
Located in Madrid, ES
Key of strong box in wrought iron, dated in century XVII, with complex design in the head, hollow
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17th Century European Baroque Antique Desk Key

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Safe key. Wrought iron. 17th century.
Safe key. Wrought iron. 17th century.
H 2.37 in W 5.91 in D 0.6 in
Biedermeier Butler Desk
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Biedermeier butler desk made of flamed birchwood, ebonized handles, brass keys. Drop front writing
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19th Century Antique Desk Key

Biedermeier Butler Desk
Biedermeier Butler Desk
H 42.5 in W 50.5 in D 26 in
Large 18th Century French Lock and Key
Located in Houston, TX
Large 18th century French iron lock and key. This handsome french iron lock comes with the original
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18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desk Key

Materials

Iron

Large 18th Century French Lock and Key
Large 18th Century French Lock and Key
H 6 in W 10.5 in D 7.25 in
Strong Box Pair of Keys, 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of wrought iron safe keys, dated in the 17th century, with complex design in the head, hollow
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17th Century European Baroque Antique Desk Key

Materials

Wrought Iron

Strong Box Pair of Keys, 17th Century
Strong Box Pair of Keys, 17th Century
H 1.97 in W 5.12 in D 0.79 in
Empire Burl Wood Desk
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautiful burl wood set against ebonized legs and trim. Desk has a single compartmentalized drawer
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19th Century Austrian Empire Antique Desk Key

Materials

Burl

Empire Burl Wood Desk
Empire Burl Wood Desk
H 28.5 in W 32.25 in D 20.75 in
French Mahogany Partners Desk
Located in New York, NY
French mahogany partners desk. Antique mahogany partners desk with six drawers beneath the black
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Late 19th Century French Antique Desk Key

Materials

Bronze

French Mahogany Partners Desk
French Mahogany Partners Desk
H 30.5 in W 57 in D 38 in
Louis XVI Style Writing Desk
Located in Austin, TX
Writing desk from France in the Louis XVI style. This piece has been ebonized and finished with a
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1920s French Louis XVI Antique Desk Key

Materials

Brass

Louis XVI Style Writing Desk
Louis XVI Style Writing Desk
H 29.75 in W 54.75 in D 27 in
French Charles X Writing Desk
Located in New Orleans, LA
The epitome of French elegance and style, this French Charles X-style writing desk takes the
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19th Century French Charles X Antique Desk Key

Materials

Bronze

French Charles X Writing Desk
French Charles X Writing Desk
H 34 in W 23.88 in D 20.88 in
Italian Neoclassical Bleached Walnut Desk
Located in Houston, TX
Italian neoclassical bleached walnut desk circa 1825-1845. 19th century walnut veneered desk with
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Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Desk Key

Materials

Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf

Slant Top Desk On Stand
Located in Wilson, NC
The leather writing surfaces on this desk have been newly restored with blind and gold tooling. The
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1760s English Antique Desk Key

Materials

Brass

Slant Top Desk On Stand
Slant Top Desk On Stand
H 37.75 in W 34.5 in D 21 in
Chippendale Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A rare 18th century Chippendale period georgian mahogany partners pedestal desk having beautiful
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Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Antique Desk Key

Materials

Mahogany

French 18th Century Bleached Desk
Located in Seaford, GB
A stunning 18th Century Desk. Made from solid Cherry having 2 cupboards and a central drawer, key
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Late 18th Century French French Provincial Antique Desk Key

Materials

Cherry

French 18th Century Bleached Desk
French 18th Century Bleached Desk
H 75 in W 144 in D 70 in
Inlaid Satinwood Double Pedestal Desk
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a very attractive and unusual Mid-19th Century satinwood double pedestal desk. True 19th
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Key

Materials

Brass

Inlaid Satinwood Double Pedestal Desk
Inlaid Satinwood Double Pedestal Desk
H 30 in W 62.25 in D 31 in
Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Doré Inkwell
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique bronze doré inkwell featuring Greek key designs By Tiffany Studios (signed to
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Key

Materials

Bronze

A George IV Chinese Amboyna Desk
Located in Conwy, GB
The shaped cornice above a fitted bureau-bookcase enclosed behind solid doors, the central desk
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Desk Key

Materials

Amboyna

A George IV Chinese Amboyna Desk
A George IV Chinese Amboyna Desk
H 61 in W 42.5 in D 25.1 in
Superb Sheraton Revival Satinwood Desk
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
, mahogany lined drawers (keys for decoration), standing on slender tapering legs terminating in original
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1890s English Sheraton Antique Desk Key

Materials

Satinwood

Superb Sheraton Revival Satinwood Desk
Superb Sheraton Revival Satinwood Desk
H 36.23 in W 28.75 in D 23.63 in
Pierre-Paul Montagnac Desk and Stool
By Pierre-Paul Montagnac
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic Art Deco desk and en suite bench in sculpted mahogany, with both original keys. French
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Early 20th Century French Antique Desk Key

Materials

Mahogany, Suede

Pierre-Paul Montagnac Desk and Stool
Pierre-Paul Montagnac Desk and Stool
H 30 in W 49 in D 29.5 in
Queen Anne Style Pedestal Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting an absolutely gorgeous Queen Anne Style pedestal desk. Made of walnut, butterflied
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Late 19th Century English Queen Anne Antique Desk Key

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Queen Anne Style Pedestal Desk
Queen Anne Style Pedestal Desk
H 29 in W 54 in D 33 in
18th Century English Chinoiserie Table Desk
Located in Charlottesville, VA
18th century English chinoiserie table desk, having a drop-down front revealing five interior
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18th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Desk Key

Materials

Lacquer

18th Century English Chinoiserie Table Desk
18th Century English Chinoiserie Table Desk
H 11.75 in W 18.75 in D 19.5 in
New York Mahogany Federal Butlers Desk
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A New York flame mahogany federal butler's desk with drop down (side snap operation) door revealing
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Early 19th Century Federal Antique Desk Key

Materials

Brass

New York Mahogany Federal Butlers Desk
New York Mahogany Federal Butlers Desk
H 44.75 in W 47 in D 23.25 in
Rare Italian Antique Walnut Writing Desk
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A rare and beautifully shaped antique walnut writing desk having carved curlicue stretchers and
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Desk Key

Materials

Walnut

Fine George IV Coromandel Freestanding Desk
By James Winter & Sons
Located in London, GB
A fine George IV coromandel free standing desk with inset teal leather skiver decorated with gilt
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Early 19th Century British George IV Antique Desk Key

Materials

Brass

Antique Country French Double-Faced Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
. The "front" side of the desk is a duplication of the same facade, but without the key guards and key
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Antique Desk Key

Materials

Brass

Biedermeier Desk with Burl and Inlay
Located in Hudson, NY
Biedermeier desk with burl and inlay. Single drawer with key.
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19th Century Antique Desk Key

Biedermeier Desk with Burl and Inlay
Biedermeier Desk with Burl and Inlay
H 30.5 in W 49.5 in D 25 in
Antique French Walnut Tambour Top Desk
Located in Denton, TX
a key. Also finished on the back so it can be floated in the middle of a room. Desk height is 30.25
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Desk Key

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Antique French Walnut Tambour Top Desk
Antique French Walnut Tambour Top Desk
H 40.75 in W 46.5 in D 26.5 in
19th Century Antique French Mahogany Desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
A freestanding 19th century French mahogany writing desk, the moulded edge top having a green
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1880s French Antique Desk Key

Materials

Mahogany

Early American Raise Top School Desk
Located in Sheffield, MA
An American raise top school desk with great aged wear. Make a wonderful stand for an entry hallway
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Early 20th Century North American American Classical Antique Desk Key

Materials

Wood

Early American Raise Top School Desk
Early American Raise Top School Desk
H 30 in W 20.25 in D 19.75 in
Walnut Davenport Desk, England, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
English "Davenport" walnut wood desk, 19th century. Desk with four drawers on the side, inkwell
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19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Desk Key

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Davenport Desk, England, 19th Century
Walnut Davenport Desk, England, 19th Century
H 31.11 in W 22.45 in D 21.86 in
English 19th Century Mahogany Kingwood Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This is an elegant, 19th century, circa 1850, inlaid writing desk. Inlay graces every surface of
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19th Century English Directoire Antique Desk Key

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Mahogany, Kingwood

Regency Brass-Inlaid Ebony Desk Compendium
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Regency brass-inlaid ebony desk compendium of rectangular form with a carrying handle flanked by
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1810s English Antique Desk Key

Materials

Brass

Oak Roll Top Secretary Desk with Drawers
Located in Madrid, ES
Oak secretary / writing desk from circa 1900's. Featuring a roll-up flap with underlying writing
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Desk Key

Materials

Brass

Oak Roll Top Secretary Desk with Drawers
Oak Roll Top Secretary Desk with Drawers
H 47.25 in W 51.19 in D 29.53 in
Antique Mahogany Writing Desk Dressing Table
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique fine quality C1910 mahogany writing desk or dressing table. Stamped W.FOWKES. Solid
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1910s Antique Desk Key

Materials

Wood

Antique Mahogany Writing Desk Dressing Table
Antique Mahogany Writing Desk Dressing Table
H 30.71 in W 46.46 in D 22.05 in
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
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Early 1900s American American Empire Antique Desk Key

Materials

Rosewood

Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Doré Large Inkwell
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique gilt bronze large inkwell featuring Greek key designs By Tiffany Studios
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Key

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Doré Notepad Holder
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique gilt bronze notepad holder featuring Greek key designs By Tiffany Studios
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Key

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Curved Walnut Art Deco Executive Desk
By Lehigh Leopold, John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
desk. Featuring an eye-catching rounded writing surface atop a unique, yet sturdy, T-shaped base, this
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Desk Key

Materials

Metal, Brass

RESTORED ANTiQUE ART NOUVEAU STATIONERY WRITING CABINET WITH CALENDAR & KEy
Located in GB
collectable, Art Nouveau, fully restored stationary writing cabinet with date function and original key In
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19th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Desk Key

Materials

Brass

Antique French Louis XV Walnut Serpentine Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XV Walnut Serpentine Desk is a splendid example of the style, rendered in
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Desk Key

Materials

Brass

Spectacular Period Oak Clerk's Desk or Secretaire
Located in Port Chester, NY
A rare example of 17th Century period furniture, this wonderful oak clerk's desk is in very fine
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Late 17th Century English Antique Desk Key

Materials

Oak

Spanish Renaissance Desk In Walnut-17th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
quality table. Museum quality Elegant desk or display table that has two drawers. The two drawers are
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Early 17th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Desk Key

Materials

Walnut

Spanish Renaissance Desk In Walnut-17th Century
Spanish Renaissance Desk In Walnut-17th Century
H 31.89 in W 65.75 in D 33.08 in
Compass and Accessories Box Complete with Key, circa France, 1920
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Charming compass box complete with its key. Wooden box marked on the inside "Compas Supérieurs
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Early 20th Century French Antique Desk Key

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian Veneered Biedermeier Writing Desk with Lyres
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
the key is working. The desk is most likely Swedish or Danish Biedermeier.
Category

Early 1800s Scandinavian Empire Antique Desk Key

Materials

Brass

Antique English Wooden Desk with Reading Stand
Located in London, GB
a central stretcher bar. The legs are adjustable with a key, allowing the desk to function as a
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Key

Materials

Wood

Antique English Wooden Desk with Reading Stand
Antique English Wooden Desk with Reading Stand
H 27.56 in W 38.59 in D 18.12 in
Superb Turn of the Century Pedestal Desk
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5229 Outstanding turn of the century mahogany pedestals desk, having black tooled leather to the
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Early 20th Century French Antique Desk Key

Materials

Mahogany

Superb Turn of the Century Pedestal Desk
Superb Turn of the Century Pedestal Desk
H 31.102 in W 57.087 in D 31.496 in
Rare 19th century carved mahogany Swedish pedestal desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rare 19th century carved mahogany swedish pedestal desk circa 1880. Beautiful desk and rare to be
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Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Antique Desk Key

Materials

Mahogany

Late Victorian Carlton House Desk in Satinwood
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5033, exceptional quality Sheraton Revival satinwood and marquetry desk attributed to Edwards and
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19th Century British Sheraton Antique Desk Key

Materials

Satinwood

Late Victorian Carlton House Desk in Satinwood
Late Victorian Carlton House Desk in Satinwood
H 36.23 in W 48.23 in D 25.2 in
Jacobean Oak Desk / Library Table Early 20th Century
Located in Fulton, CA
Early 20th century oak library table / desk / refectory table with fanned inlay detail. Bold, over
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Early 20th Century English Jacobean Antique Desk Key

Materials

Oak

Antique Slant-Front Drafting Desk Writing Table
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and exceptionally inlaid antique slant-front drafting desk. circa 1900 Hand-crafted in the
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Early 20th Century Louis XVI Antique Desk Key

Materials

Felt, Ebony, Burl, Rosewood, Palisander, Maple, Mahogany, Kingwood

Portable "Laptop" Desk with Storage Compartments and Inkwell
Located in Soquel, CA
Portable "Laptop" Desk with Storage Compartments and Inkwell Box with storage for paper, pens, ink
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Desk Key

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

Antique French Regence Stripped Oak Desk ~ Writing Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Regence Stripped Oak Desk ~ Writing Table is a delightful little desk that is ideal
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Antique Desk Key

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Studios New York Art Deco Greek Key Bronze Pen Tray
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Deco bronze pen tray featuring a Greek key design By Tiffany Studios (signed to the
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Key

Materials

Bronze

George III Period Mahogany Partner's Desk, circa 1800
Located in Lymington, GB
A George III-period mahogany partner’s desk, circa 1800. This is a very good quality Georgian
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Early 1800s English George III Antique Desk Key

Materials

Mahogany

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Antique Desk Key For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique desk key you’re looking for. An antique desk key — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the antique desk key you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique desk key is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Baroque, Victorian and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. A well-made antique desk key has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Remington Rand are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Desk Key?

An antique desk key can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,267, while the lowest priced sells for $225 and the highest can go for as much as $88,000.
Questions About Antique Desk Key
  • 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 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.