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19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk
By Wooton Desk Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a highly desirable and quite rare 19th century standard grade Wooton desk. This desk
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Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Walnut

Antique 19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk
19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk
H 64.5 in W 41.25 in D 31.25 in
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 Original Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Original Walnut Queen Anne Secretary Desk /Bureau
Located in Pomona, CA
An original Queen Anne period writing desk, circa 1720. Fantastic patina on it's original walnut
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Early 18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Wood

19th C Original Paint Decorated Lap Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine painted and hand made early lap desk in post master format on high turned legs. The paint
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Early 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Desk with Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
19th century Swedish Gustavian desk from Umeå Västerbotten, Northern Sweden. Nice Gustavian Desk
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Desk with Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
19th century Swedish Gustavian desk from Lulea Norrbotten, Northern Sweden. A beautiful desk with
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Pine

Swedish Desk 19th Century in Black Original Paint
Located in Meulebeke, BE
A rustic writing desk made during the 19th century in Sweden. Made of pine wood and original black
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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Pine

Desk Swedish 18th Century Green Original Paint Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Desk Swedish 18th Century Green Original Paint Sweden. A writing desk Swedish made during the 18th
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Bentwood

Art Deco Bakelite Desk Set in Original Box
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Art Deco bakelite desk set in the original box, with an ink pen, revolving pencil with
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1920s Antique Desk Original Desks

Boulle Writing Desk
Located in New York, NY
Well-proportioned French black lacquer and Boulle writing desk with metal gallery raised back
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19th Century French Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Boulle Writing Desk
Boulle Writing Desk
H 38 in W 31 in D 20 in
19th Century Antique Swedish Gustavian Writing Table / Desk Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
from the area. Nice Gustavian desk scraped to its beautiful original paint. Stable in construction
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Pine

18th C. Swedish Rococo Period Writing Desk in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
A period Rococo writing desk from the 18th century in original painted alder wood with period key
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18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Desk with Marble Imitaition Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
19th century Swedish Gustavian desk from Sundsvall Medelpad, Northern Sweden. A stunning desk with
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Pine

Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Desk
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5445 Victorian mahogany pedestal desk, having original leather to the top above three frieze
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19th Century English Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Desk
Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Desk
H 31.102 in W 54.331 in D 30.709 in
Georgian Solid Mahogany Desk
Located in Malton, GB
This is a simple very well made Georgian desk. Made from solid mahogany and as far as I can tell
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Late 18th Century Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Solid Mahogany Desk
Georgian Solid Mahogany Desk
H 33.47 in W 53.94 in D 21.26 in
Original Thomas Chippendale George III Hardwood Architect's Work Desk Table
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare original Thomas Chippendale George III circa 1780
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1780s English George III Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Hardwood

Early 19th Century English Lap Desk on Stand with Original Leather
Located in Middleburg, VA
Early 19th Century English Lap Desk on Stand with Original Leather. England, circa 1800-1830
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Early 19th Century English Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Genuine Swedish Rustic Original Blue Writing Desk Table with Drawers
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique genuine pine writing desk from Sweden with blue paint. The table is in untouched original
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Pine

Vienna Secession Desk Set
Located in Vienna, AT
Vienna secession desk set in original condition. Black glass and brass (the watch was restored).
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Brass

Vienna Secession Desk Set
Vienna Secession Desk Set
H 5.91 in W 15.75 in D 7.88 in
Antique Figured Walnut Inlaid Bureau Desk, Writing Desk, Scotland 1810, H1166
Located in Vancouver, BC
Walnut Original finish Rectangular top Cross banded fall front The interior of the desk has a wonderful
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1810s Scottish Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Mahogany Desk
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A George III period mahogany kneehole desk of good size, with the original brasses and lovely one
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1780s English George III Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Brass

18th Century Mahogany Desk
18th Century Mahogany Desk
H 29.93 in W 48.04 in D 25.99 in
17th Century Spanish Writing Desk with Drawer and Original Iron Lock
Located in Marbella, ES
17th Century Spanish writing desk with drawer and original iron lock.
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18th Century Spanish Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Wood

English Pine Child's Desk
Located in Wilson, NC
This desk has double exposed peg construction. Two drawers have recessed panels framed by carved
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1860s English Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Brass

English Pine Child's Desk
English Pine Child's Desk
H 27 in W 46.25 in D 21.38 in
Early 19th Century Swedish antique rustic Gustavian Desk with Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
. Nice Gustavian Desk Scraped by hand to its original paint. The table has lovely blue color & stunning
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Pine

18th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Rococo Desk/ Table with Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
18th century Swedish Antique Rustic provincial rococo table/ desk from Boden Norrbotten, Northern
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Pine

European Antique Davenport Desk
Located in Malibu, CA
cabinet reveals 4 drawers. Covered with its original leather which is in very good condition.
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Early 19th Century Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Bone, Leather, Burl

European Antique Davenport Desk
European Antique Davenport Desk
H 32 in W 22 in D 23 in
18th Century Rustic Desk Table, Country Table, Original Pinewood Laquered Waxed
Located in Vigonza, Padua
18th century rustic desk table or country table, original pine wood laquered, restored the top and
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Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Pine

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 Original Desks

Materials

Brass

Louis XVI Style Writing Desk
Louis XVI Style Writing Desk
H 29.75 in W 54.75 in D 27 in
Workshop Desk, England circa 1900
Located in Culver City, CA
England circa 1900 Pine workshop desk with original period paint. Two doors with interior shelving
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Early 1900s English Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Pine

Workshop Desk, England circa 1900
Workshop Desk, England circa 1900
H 33.5 in W 69.75 in D 16.25 in
Antique Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality antique burr walnut pedestal desk, the top having three leather skiver
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19th Century English Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Walnut

Antique Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk
Antique Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk
H 31.11 in W 59.85 in D 34.65 in
18th Century Swedish Rococo Desk
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Fine and rather unusual 18th century Swedish rococo desk in it's original finish with one lid to
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18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Pine

18th Century Swedish Rococo Desk
18th Century Swedish Rococo Desk
H 30.32 in W 49.61 in D 29.53 in
French Charles X Writing Desk
Located in New Orleans, LA
. Remarkably, the desk still features its original leather writing surface, which unlocks to reveal four
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19th Century French Charles X Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Bronze

French Charles X Writing Desk
French Charles X Writing Desk
H 34 in W 23.88 in D 20.88 in
French 19th Century Walnut Writing Desk with Three Drawers and Original Hardware
Located in Santa Monica, CA
French 19th century walnut writing desk with three drawers and original hardware. There are a lot
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19th Century French Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Ebonised Pedestal Desk
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Quality 19th century French ebonized and brass mounted pedestal desk with original inset leather
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19th Century French Directoire Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Brass

19th Century Ebonised Pedestal Desk
19th Century Ebonised Pedestal Desk
H 31.11 in W 31.3 in D 17.72 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 Original Desks

Materials

Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf

Chippendale Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
raised on original plinth base with original concealed castors.  It's pretty rare to find partners desks
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Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Mahogany

1920s Desk Ernesto Basile 'Attributed'
By Vittorio Ducrot
Located in Catania, IT
1920s desk design by Ernesto Basile (attributed) for Ducrot (attributed). The desk has the original
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1910s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Fabric, Glass, Wood

1920s Desk Ernesto Basile 'Attributed'
1920s Desk Ernesto Basile 'Attributed'
H 31.89 in W 63 in D 31.5 in
George III Mahogany Partner's Desk
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine and rare George III period mahogany partner's desk, the molded top with inset Morocco red
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1760s English Georgian Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

George III Mahogany Partner's Desk
George III Mahogany Partner's Desk
H 31 in W 65 in D 37 in
Antique Sheraton Revival Satinwood Desk
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique Sheraton Revival Satinwood desk. This dates from around the 1890-1910 period
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1890s British Sheraton Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Leather, Satinwood

Antique Sheraton Revival Satinwood Desk
Antique Sheraton Revival Satinwood Desk
H 29.93 in W 40.16 in D 23.23 in
Victorian Walnut Campaign Travelling Desk
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Victorian walnut campaign travelling desk, opening to a maroon leather
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19th Century English Campaign Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Walnut Campaign Travelling Desk
Victorian Walnut Campaign Travelling Desk
H 37.8 in W 24.41 in D 14.97 in
Lovely George III circa 1780 Double Sided Walnut Partner Desk Original Handles
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning very rare original George III circa 1780 walnut
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1780s English George III Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Ostrich Leather, Walnut

Spanish 17th Century Carved Desk
Located in London, Charterhouse Square
An ornately carved desk originating from Spain in the late 17th century. Heavy turned legs
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Late 17th Century Spanish Other Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Iron

Spanish 17th Century Carved Desk
Spanish 17th Century Carved Desk
H 27.96 in W 54.73 in D 31.11 in
Original Otto Wagner for Thonet 1905 Writing Desk Postal Saving Bank Vienna
By Woka Lamps, Otto Wagner, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Vienna, AT
Otto Wagner writing desk from the Postal Saving Bank in Vienna. Made by Thonet, Vienna.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Wood

Maple & Co Mahogany Pedestal Desk
By Maple & Co.
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
original bras handles, standing on moulded plinth base. This antique desk is fitted with original central
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Early 20th Century Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Maple & Co Mahogany Pedestal Desk
Maple & Co Mahogany Pedestal Desk
H 31.1 in W 48.03 in D 27.56 in
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 Original Desks

Materials

Cherry

French 18th Century Bleached Desk
French 18th Century Bleached Desk
H 75 in W 144 in D 70 in
Antique Edwardian Writing Table / Desk
Located in London, GB
A wonderful antique Edwardian inlaid writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Edwardian Writing Table / Desk
Antique Edwardian Writing Table / Desk
H 29.14 in W 38.98 in D 19.3 in
Solid Walnut Spanish Baroque Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
An 18th century Spanish baroque desk, or writing table made of solid Walnut Wood with turned legs
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18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Walnut

Solid Walnut Spanish Baroque Desk
Solid Walnut Spanish Baroque Desk
H 32 in W 53 in D 32 in
Antique Victorian Leather Top Desk
Located in London, GB
A fantastic original antique Victorian leather top desk. This was made in England, it dates from
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Wood, Leather

Antique Victorian Leather Top Desk
Antique Victorian Leather Top Desk
H 31 in W 48 in D 23 in
Original Italian Desk in Walnut and Fir, with Three Drawers, Turned Leg
Located in Buggiano, IT
Original 1900 Italian desk in walnut and fir, with three drawers, turned leg. It originally
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Early 1900s Italian Rustic Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Walnut, Fir

Antique Edwardian Quality Mahogany Original Decorated Desk Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Edwardian quality mahogany original decorated desk chair having a shaped top rail supported
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Other

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 Original Desks

Materials

Satinwood

Superb Sheraton Revival Satinwood Desk
Superb Sheraton Revival Satinwood Desk
H 36.23 in W 28.75 in D 23.63 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 Original Desks

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Queen Anne Style Pedestal Desk
Queen Anne Style Pedestal Desk
H 29 in W 54 in D 33 in
Original Louis XVI Desk, Inlaid Walnut Wood, Writing Surface in Slate, 18th C
Located in Torino, IT
Original Louis XVI writing desk, in veneered and inlaid wood, with writing surface in slate, three
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18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Slate

Regency Desk Writing Table Mahogany 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Tapered Legs with Spade Feet and Original Brass Castors. The Desk Has an Arrangement of 7 Mahogany Lined
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1880s Regency Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Desk Writing Table Mahogany 1880
Regency Desk Writing Table Mahogany 1880
H 33.5 in W 54 in D 25.5 in
19th Century Solid Ash Kneehole Desk
Located in Accrington, GB
solid ash with a lovely rich warm colour, the desk is in fantastic original condition even down to the
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1890s British Victorian Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Ash

19th Century Solid Ash Kneehole Desk
19th Century Solid Ash Kneehole Desk
H 28.94 in W 48.04 in D 23.82 in
Original George III circa 1780 Double Sided Walnut Partner Desk Lion Head Handle
Located in GB
assistant. The desk comes complete with all original Lion head handles and brown leather top which is
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1780s English George III Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Cathedra Desk with Beautiful Original Lacquering
Located in Cesena, FC
Original lacquered cathedra desk, of rare beauty. Period: mid 1700s Originally from the marche
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Wood

Cathedra Desk with Beautiful Original Lacquering
Cathedra Desk with Beautiful Original Lacquering
H 32.29 in W 49.22 in D 31.11 in
George III Mahogany Carlton House Desk
Located in London, GB
Desk, finished to the rear with 3 frieze drawers supported on square tapering legs ending on original
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Mid-18th Century English Sheraton Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Mahogany

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 Original Desks

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
19th Century mahogany inlaid writing desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
A superb quality 19th Century mahogany inlaid writing desk, the super structure comprising of three
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1890s British Antique Desk Original Desks

Materials

Mahogany

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Antique Desk Original Desks For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique desk original desks for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique desk original desks — often made from wood, metal and mahogany — can elevate any home. Antique desk original desks have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique desk original desks bearing Victorian or Georgian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique desk original desks over the years, but those made by The Stenotype Co., Tiffany Studios and Woka Lamps are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Desk Original Desks?

Prices for antique desk original desks start at $188 and top out at $49,000 with the average selling for $3,176.
Questions About Antique Desk Original Desks
  • 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
    Which chair is best for a George Nakashima Origins for Widdicomb desk is largely a matter of preference. George Nakashima chairs with Shaker-inspired spindle backs like the Mira and Conoid tend to complement the lines of the desks in the collection. However, you can mix and match styles to create an eclectic look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of George Nakashima desks and chairs.
  • 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.