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Antique Desk Tidy

An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco Desk Tidy/ Pin Tray. Bronze tiger mounted ob an oval onyx base. Retailed by Asprey of
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Desk Tidy

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Onyx, Bronze

Antique An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London
An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London
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H 9.85 in W 6.5 in D 3.15 in
Antique Ornate Letter Rack, Italian, Gilt Stationery Stand, Desk Tidy, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique ornate letter rack. An Italian, gilt metal stationery stand or desk tidy, dating
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Desk Tidy

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Metal

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Silver Plate, Decorative Box, Edwardian, C.1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique desk tidy. An English, oak and silver plate decorative box, dating to the
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Desk Tidy

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Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand / Inkwell / Desk Tidy 1871
By James Dixon & Sons
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Antique Victorian Solid Silver Inkstand with two glass lined Inkwells with hinged lids. The base of the inkstand has a classic Greek Key pattern around the sides and rows...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Sterling Silver

Antique Dome Top Calling Card Box, English, Walnut, Brass, Desk Tidy, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique dome top calling card box. An English, walnut and brass bound desktop tidy
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Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Art Deco Adjustable Chrome Bankers Desk Light with Inkwell or Pen Desk Tidy 1920
Located in London, GB
chrome Bankers desk light with ink well or pen holder is a fine example of the period. The inkwell or pen
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1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Desk Tidy

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Chrome

French Arts and Crafts Oak Stationary Box with Tambour
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
inside divided for stamps The cabinet is in very attractive condition it will keep any desk tidy and
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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Antique Desk Drawer, Japanese Ebonised Pine Desktop Folio, Victorian, Edo Period
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Victorian period, circa 1850. Attractive desk tidy with appealing hand-finished charm Displays a
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Desk Tidy

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Pine

Small Antique Vesta Holder, English, Silver Plate, Decorative, Table, Treen
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
or as a distinctive desk tidy. Delivered polished and ready to use. Dimensions: Max Width: 8.5cm
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Early 20th Century British Antique Desk Tidy

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Silver Plate

Desk Top Marquetry Occasional Book Tidy
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Desk Top Marquetry Occasional Book Tidy The Bookcase is double sided with very attractive
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Fruitwood

Antique Decorative Desk Stand, Indian, Ebony, Colonial Writer's Tidy, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique decorative desk stand. An Indian, ebony Colonial writer's tidy, dating to the
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Mid-19th Century Indian British Colonial Antique Desk Tidy

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Ebony

Small Antique Executive Desk Tray, Scottish, Leather, Tidy, WJ Milne, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique desk tray. A Scottish, leather compact desktop tidy by W & J Milne of
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Leather

Mahogany Desk by Thomas Chippendale
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in New Orleans, LA
This writing desk from the highly esteemed Thomas Chippendale is exceptionally rare and unique. The
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18th Century English Chippendale Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Mahogany Desk by Thomas Chippendale
Mahogany Desk by Thomas Chippendale
H 37 in W 57.75 in D 35.75 in
A Victorian Good Quality Pedestal Desk
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
very tidy condition and any blemishes are minor The desk is 30” high, 45” long, 19” deep, the knee
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19th Century High Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Birch

Regency Burr Elm Davenport Desk
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
natural wax polish and general tidy in our workshops, by our traditional antique furniture restorers
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Desk Tidy

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Elm

Regency Burr Elm Davenport Desk
Regency Burr Elm Davenport Desk
H 31 in W 18 in D 23 in
19th Century French Wooden Desk Organizer
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden desk organizer created in 19th century France. Ornate, tidy, and presenting a collected
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Desk Tidy

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Wood

Victorian Golden Oak Green Man Desk
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
carving. This a sturdy piece, the tooled leathered top is tidy, the desk has keys The desk stands 30
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Mid-19th Century Gothic Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Gilt and Bronze Mounted Mahogany Leather Topped Writing Desk
Located in New York, NY
desk neat and tidy. When not in use, the Cartonnier can be removed, creating even more workspace
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19th Century Antique Desk Tidy

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Mahogany

French Restauration Antique Mahogany Cylinder Roll-Top Desk circa 1830
Located in Shippensburg, PA
center, radiating out towards the angelic figures on either side. Extraordinarily pleasing. The desk
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19th Century English Empire Antique Desk Tidy

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Marble, Brass, Ormolu

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 Tidy

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Metal

Art Nouveau Inkwell by Albert Marionnet, 'French'
By Albert Marionnet
Located in Paris, FR
Late 19th century Art Nouveau inkwell and tidy crafted of bronze with brown and black patina
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Desk Tidy

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Bronze

French 19th Century Marble and Bronze Inkwell and Blotter
Located in London, GB
middle of the pen tidy. Additional Information: Hallmarked: There are no maker’s or date marks. Size
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19th Century French Antique Desk Tidy

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Bronze

Antique Victorian Chippendale Mahogany Secretary Desk
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Transport your workspace into another time and place with this exquisite antique secretary desk
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Late 19th Century English Chippendale Antique Desk Tidy

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Metal, Brass

English George III Mahogany Secretary Desk with Bookcase circa 1780
Located in Shippensburg, PA
GEORGE III MAHOGANY SECRETARY DESK WITH GLAZED UPPER BOOKCASE England, circa 1780 formerly with
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18th Century English George III Antique Desk Tidy

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Bronze

English 19th Century Campaign Mahogany Box with Unfolding Desk and Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English mahogany campaign period box on legs from the 19th century revealing a desk with drawers
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19th Century English Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

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Vintage Persian Solid Silver Lidded Box / Bowl Iran, c. 1940
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Persian solid Silver Lidded Container with an oval shape and a tall pointed lid. The body of the Box and the surface of the lid are embellished with rich, ornate ...
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20th Century Persian Antique Desk Tidy

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Silver

Antique Persian Solid Silver Lidded Box / Bowl Iran, c. 1940
Vintage Persian Solid Silver Lidded Box / Bowl Iran, c. 1940
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H 7.09 in W 6.15 in D 7.01 in
19th Century French Gilt-Bronze Mounted Commode after Jean-Henri Riesener
By Jean-Henri Riesener
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Superb 19th century French Louis XVI style gilt- bronze mahogany, kingwood and fruitwood marquetry armorial commode with Sycamore Marquetry and magnificent quality gilt bronze moun...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desk Tidy

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Ormolu

Tiffany Studios Rare Empire Jewel Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany Studios Empire Jewel Table Lamp Important and rare Tiffany Studios New York "Empire Jewel" Table Lamp, Only 2-3 known to exist and well documented in Alastair Duncans Tiffan...
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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Desk Tidy

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Bronze

Rare Meiji Period Japanese Lacquer Cabinet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large, rare and important Meiji period, late 19th century, Japanese lacquer cabinet Meiji period (1868-1912) 19th century In three parts, designed with asymmetric sections of open...
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19th Century Antique Desk Tidy

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Wood

Monumental Pair of Louis XV Style Ormolu and Crystal Girandoles by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of Louis XV style Ormolu and crystal girandoles Probably by Baccarat Constructed from finely cast and chased ormolu, the imposing floor candelabra—almost 2-me...
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Desk Tidy

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Crystal, Ormolu

Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Silver Urn Vase Milan by Emanuele Caber
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
A very decorative neoclassical silver urn stamped by the Italian silversmith Emanuele Caber, dating from around 1825. It has the Milan warranty stamp, and stamp of the silver finenes...
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Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Desk Tidy

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Silver

Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Doré Ash Tray, Circa 1910
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique gilt bronze ash tray featuring Greek key designs By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 4.5"W x 3.5"D x 1"H. ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Doré Large Paper Clip, Circa 1910
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique gilt bronze paper clip featuring Greek key designs By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 2.75"W x 4"D x 1.5"H...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Bronze

Cartier Large Art Deco Sterling Silver Box
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Heavy Cartier sterling silver reeded table box from the mid-century modern era. Rectangular with domed and ribbed top; straight sides; ribbed front and back. Cover hinged and beautif...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Desk Tidy

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac 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 Zodiac designs By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: ...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Desk Tidy

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Bronze

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 Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measure...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Bronze

Japanese Lacquer and Geometric Meiji Period Inlaid Tray
Located in Garnerville, NY
Japanese inlaid, lacquered and gilded tray. Possibly for the sacred tea ceremony. This tray has beautiful geometric inlays with a gilded edge and a black lacquer exterior. Circa 1880...
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1890s Japanese Meiji Antique Desk Tidy

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Wood, Fruitwood, Oak, Lacquer

Gothic Pugin oak hallstand
Located in Salisbury, GB
Victorian Gothic oak hallstand having the influence of Pugin This Antique Gothic oak hallstand was made circa 1880. This hallstand is a rare design and is particularly attractive wit...
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1880s English Gothic Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Gothic Pugin oak hallstand
Gothic Pugin oak hallstand
H 78 in W 35 in D 12 in
Tiffany Studios New York Pine Needle Bronze and Slag Glass Pen Tray, circa 1910
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Art Nouveau pen tray By Tiffany Studios New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 9.5"W x 2.75"D x 0.75"H. Very good original vintage condition, with...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Desk Tidy

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Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Patinated Bronze Letter Rack, Circa 1910
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique patinated bronze desk letter rack featuring Zodiac designs By Tiffany Studios (signed to the back) New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 9.63"W x 2.5"D x ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Bronze

Victorian Oak Umbrella Stand, Jas Shoolbred
By Jas Shoolbred & Co.
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5511 Stylish Victorian, oak umbrella stand in the manner of James Shoolbred, having brass gallery to the shelf over moulded recessed panels and reeded uprights all fitted with deco...
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19th Century English Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Victorian Oak Umbrella Stand, Jas Shoolbred
Victorian Oak Umbrella Stand, Jas Shoolbred
H 38.976 in W 22.835 in D 9.843 in

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Bohemian Art Nouveau Kralik Red Banded Glass Desk Tidy with Holly Decoration
By Kralik Glassworks
Located in London, GB
Superior red Kralik banded desk tidy circa 1900 -with two tone holly decorated lid. This is one of
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Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Desk Tidy

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Metal

Georgian Writing Bureau
Located in Inverness, GB
. The drawer handles in the desk tidy are ivory and compliment the Conch Shell inlay design.
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Late 18th Century Georgian Antique Desk Tidy

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Mahogany

Antique Georgian Writing Bureau
Georgian Writing Bureau
H 45.28 in W 43.71 in D 22.05 in
Early 20th Century Small Walnut Roll Top Desk
Located in Manchester, GB
A small Edwardian roll top desk of the attractive proportions. Mostly solid walnut and in excellent
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Desk Tidy

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Walnut

Early 20th Century Small Walnut Roll Top Desk
Early 20th Century Small Walnut Roll Top Desk
H 44.89 in W 48.04 in D 29.93 in
Victorian Rosewood and Mother of Pearl Inlay Writing Slope with Baize and Extras
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
An elegant mid-19th century early Victorian rosewood writing slope desk tidy box having an inset
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1850s English Campaign Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Victorian Walnut Writing Slope Ebony and Abalone Shell Decoration to Borders
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
A mid-19th century early Victorian burr walnut writing slope desk tidy box having an inset silver
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1850s English British Colonial Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

A William IV rosewood desk tidy attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A William IV rosewood desk tidy attributed to Gillows, of rectangular form with everted, bracket
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1830s English William IV Antique Desk Tidy

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Rosewood

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Mahogany, Letter, Stationery Rack, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique desk tidy. An English, mahogany letter or stationery rack, dating to the
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Desk Tidy

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Mahogany

Small Antique Treen, English, Walnut, Artist's Brush Pot, Desk Tidy, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique treen. An English, walnut artist's brush pot or desk tidy, dating to the
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Late 19th Century British Antique Desk Tidy

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Walnut

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Tabletop, Pen Tray, Document Drawer, Edwardian.
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique desk tidy. An English, oak tabletop pen tray with drawer, dating to the
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Early 20th Century British Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Fabulous Antique English Equestrian / Horse Racing Desk Tidy, circa 1900
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome and most unusual desk tidy made from English silver plate dating to the late Victorian
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Desk Tidy

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Silver Plate

Antique Letter Holder, German, Desk Tidy, Art Nouveau, after WMF, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique letter holder. A German, cast metal and glass desk tidy of Art Nouveau taste and
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Early 20th Century German Antique Desk Tidy

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Glass

Antique English Horn and Gold Plated Novelty Desk Tidy, Lizard with Glass Eyes
Located in Bath, GB
A charming and unusual desk tidy / dish, perfect for keeping bits and pieces tidy on the desk-top
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1880s English Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Gold Plate

Charming Cold Painted Bronze Dog "Vide Poche" / Desk Tidy, circa 1910
Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous antique desk tidy or "Vide Poche" (empty pocket); the base made for a circular polished
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1910s Austrian Antique Desk Tidy

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Onyx

Antique English Crocodile / Alligator Inkwell / Desk Tidy, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
A truly magnificent and scarce novelty inkwell, cast in the form of a Crocodile / Alligator, in heavy solid brass. The hinged lid to the centre lifts to reveal a central section w...
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1880s English Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Antique Victorian Silver Inkstand 1880 Inkwell Desk Tidy Pen Tray
By Walter and John Barnard
Located in London, GB
Base. This Inkstand / desk tray is in excellent condition with no damage. STOCK CODE - INK01 VIC01.
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Sterling Silver

Dog Pen Tidy Inkwell Black Forest
By Black Forest
Located in Newark, England
Black Forest oversized novelty pen tray combined inkwell. The desk tidy modelled as a dog hinged at
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Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Desk Tidy

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Wood

Dog Pen Tidy Inkwell  Black Forest
Dog Pen Tidy Inkwell  Black Forest
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H 5.52 in W 11.82 in D 6.7 in
Rare & Unusual Tortoiseshell & Silver Double Desk Clip Dated London 1882
Located in London, GB
A rare & beautiful tortoiseshell double desk clip. Both functional & decorative, the finely cast
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19th Century British Antique Desk Tidy

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Silver

Charming Arts & Crafts Golden Oak Stationary Box
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
attractive wavy edge The rack is in very attractive condition it will keep any desk tidy The box is 15
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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Richard Rathbone, Attributed to C F A Voysey Arts & Crafts Copper Desk Ink Well
By Richard Rathbone, Charles Voysey
Located in London, GB
Richard Llewellyn Benson Rathbone. Attributed to C.F.A. Voysey An Arts & Crafts large copper desk
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1910s English Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Copper

Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Otter Tray
By Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann)
Located in Newark, England
A charming Austrian cold painted bronze desk tidy of an otter. The tray of square form with an
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Late 19th Century Austrian Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Bronze

Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Otter Tray
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H 2.17 in W 8.27 in D 5.12 in
Gordon Russell, a Cheese Board Made of Ash and a Walnut Desk Pen Tidy
By Gordon Russell
Located in London, GB
A pen tidy made of walnut: Length 14.5, width 4.5 inches, height 2 inches.
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Ash, Walnut

Antique Decorative Cigar Box, English, Tunbridge Ware, Keepsake, Desk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique decorative cigar box. An English, Tunbridge ware inlaid keepsake box or desk
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Boxwood, Fruitwood

Antique English Novelty Horse Racing / Jockey Dish, circa 1890
Located in Bath, GB
made from English polished brass. Perfect for candy, a desk tidy or perhaps change or cufflinks at
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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

Antique Butler's Stationery Tidy, Oak, Storage Box, Arts & Crafts, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique butler's stationery tidy. An English, oak storage box in Arts & Crafts taste
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Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Antique English Olivewood Letter or Note Tidy, Artist's Palettes, circa 1900
Located in Bath, GB
A most unusual late Victorian wall-hanging letter or note tidy, perfect for the artist in your life
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Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Olive

Small 19th Century Pine Tabletop Deed Box
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
a place to keep you desk tidy The box measures 21’’ wide x 15.5” deep and stands 10" high
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

19th Century English Mahogany and Leather Writing Table Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
edges. The case is supported by delicate turned legs and the tidiness of the desk has a regency style
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Large Victorian Mahogany Antique Partner’s Desk, England, circa 1880
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A proper partner's desk, designed to functionally for two opposing sitters, this very large desk
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19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

American Chippendale Mahogany Antique Slant-Front Writing Desk, circa 1790
Located in Shippensburg, PA
An attractive period slant-front writing desk from the Mid-Atlantic States circa 1790, it is likely
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18th Century American Chippendale Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Regency Style Mahogany and Green Leather Antique Writing Desk, 19th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
drawers allow for tidy presentation and organization of materials. Each is carefully hand dovetailed and
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Late 19th Century English Regency Antique Desk Tidy

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Leather, Mahogany

George II Mahogany Kneehole Dressing Table Desk, England, circa 1750
Located in Shippensburg, PA
is typical of the period, tidy and neat angles that highlight the striking figure of the solid
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18th Century English George II Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

English Antique George III Mahogany Slant-Front Writing Desk circa 1790
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A wonderful George III period slant-front desk executed in dense well-figured mahogany primary
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Late 18th Century George III Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Art Nouveau Ebonized Oak Worn Leather Pedestal Desk
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A fascinating and unusual pedestal writing desk of Art Nouveau inspiration, there is a certain
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

American Chippendale Mahogany Oxbow Desk, Massachusetts, circa 1770
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A very fine work of the Chippendale period, this desk was an expensive and very time consuming
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Late 18th Century American Chippendale Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Ball and Stick Bamboo and Grasscloth Secretary Desk, circa 1890s
Located in Pasadena, CA
Exuberant and tidy ball and stick style bamboo and grasscloth secretary desk with interior cubbies
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Grasscloth, Bamboo

English Regency Period Mahogany & Leather Antique Writing Desk Table c. 1815-30
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A very finely crafted writing table exemplifies the “neat and tidy” approach craftsmen brought to
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Desk Tidy

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Leather, Mahogany

English Queen Anne Style Oak Antique Secretary Desk with Bookcase, 18th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
parts, the upper has a pair of blind doors with inset tombstone panels that open to a tidy shelved
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18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Rare American Queen Anne Child’s Slant-Front Desk, New England ca. 1760
Located in Shippensburg, PA
AMERICAN QUEEN ANNE MAHOGANIZED BIRCHWOOD CHILD'S SLANT-FRONT DESK New England States, circa 1760
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18th Century American Queen Anne Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass, Steel, Iron

Rare Georgian Irish Mahogany circa 1760 George III Architects Writing Desk Table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
Georgian Irish table desk in solid mahogany with original lock and key A beautiful find with the
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1760s English Georgian Antique Desk Tidy

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Mahogany

18th Century Tall Italian Secretaire on Stand from Sologne, France
Located in New Orleans, LA
Arched top with doors that open to shelving over a tidy little desk with drawer. Two pieces that
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18th Century Italian Other Antique Desk Tidy

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Wood

English George III Antique Mahogany One-Drawer Accent Writing Table, circa 1760
Located in Shippensburg, PA
and the use of tidy hand-dovetail construction in the four corners of the drawer. Perhaps most
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Mid-18th Century British George III Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Charles X Inkwell with Mermaid Decoration
Located in Paris, FR
Charles X inkwell crafted in marble and gilt bronze. This exquisite desk piece features two
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19th Century French Charles X Antique Desk Tidy

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Siena Marble, Bronze

Charles X Inkwell with Mermaid Decoration
Charles X Inkwell with Mermaid Decoration
H 0.79 in W 13.39 in D 7.88 in
Antique Decorative Dog Letter Rack, English, Mahogany, Oak, Wall, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique decorative dog letter rack. An English, mahogany and oak wall hanging post tidy
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Early 20th Century British Antique Desk Tidy

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Mahogany

Antique Continental Black Slant-top Desk
Located in Port Chester, NY
drawers and space to work on the desk top, the whole showing light wear. The latter offers the advantage
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19th Century Austrian Antique Desk Tidy

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Wood

Antique Continental Black Slant-top Desk
Antique Continental Black Slant-top Desk
H 43.5 in W 40.5 in D 20.5 in
American Chippendale Slant and Block Front Antique Desk, Newburyport, MA
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Very fine American Chippendale slant front desk with fitted interior Probably Newburyport
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18th Century and Earlier American Chippendale Antique Desk Tidy

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Mahogany

19th Century Biedermeier Secretary with Secret Compartment, Germany circa 1830
Located in Greven, DE
x 49 cm Description: Writing desk standing on lion's paws with a protruding plinth typical of the
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1830s German Biedermeier Antique Desk Tidy

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Maple, Walnut

19th Century French Maple Napoleon III Writing Travel Case, 1870s
Located in LEGNY, FR
writing desk and two inks filler. Brass marquetry decoration on the top. As you open the top, you will
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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Small Biedermeier Secretary, Walnut, Austria, circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
, we see a tidy maple interior clearly structured by ebonized strips. At the bottom is a wide, visually
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1820s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Desk Tidy

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Maple, Walnut

French Louis Philippe Mahogany Secretary, C.1840
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A French Louis Philippe ‘secretaire a abattant’ or fall-front desk, the simple geometric form in
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1840s French Antique Desk Tidy

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Marble

Regency Mahogany Double Sided Open Bookcase
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
against the wall somewhere beside a bed, tucked into a corner in a living room, alongside a desk in the
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Double Sided Open Bookcase
Regency Mahogany Double Sided Open Bookcase
H 16.5 in W 26.5 in L 16.5 in
Louis XVI Chest of Drawers with Secretary Compartment, Fine Marquetry, c. 1780
Located in Greven, DE
drawers is revealed to be a writing desk. The front is held on the outside by wrought-iron hooks and can
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Cherry, Fruitwood

Antique Double Ink Well, English, Mahogany, Desk Tidy, Aesthetic Period, 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique double ink well. An English, ebonized mahogany desk tidy from the Aesthetic
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Mahogany

Folk Art Spill Vase Central Europe Hand-Carved and Painted, 19th Century Ca.1850
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
countries. This spill vase would make a unique desk tidy or pen / pencil holder.
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Mid-19th Century European Folk Art Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Wood

Rare Victorian Silver Dish in Form of a Jockey's Cap
By Lionel Edwards
Located in London, GB
made as a private commission, it can be used as a food serving dish, as a desk tidy or purely as a
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1890s English Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Jewelry Box, Japanese, Leather, Desk Caddy, Meiji Period, circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
inviting antique jewelry box, set to add mystique to a dressing table or as an unusual desk tidy. Delivered
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Leather

Early 19th Century William IV Mahogany Partners Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a beautiful British flame mahogany and tooled leather partners desk, Regency William IV
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Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Mahogany

English George III Mahogany and Brass Antique Traveling Desk Writing Slope Box
Located in Shippensburg, PA
from centuries of waxing and gentle wear. These are convenient even today as a tidy means of handling
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Brass, Steel

English Georgian Antique Butler’s Secretary Desk with Bookcase, 19th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
hinges to reveal a tidy desk interior. The writing area is covered in a gilt-tooled black leather before
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Brass

18th Century English George III Period Secretary Desk with Bookcase
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A practical and restrained example from the George III period, this fine secretary desk is a tidy
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Glass, Mahogany, Oak, Pine

English George III Mahogany and Leather Pedestal Antique Desk, 19th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A most attractive writing desk from the first half of the 19th century, it is a tidy and austere
Category

19th Century English Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Brass

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique desk tidy you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An antique desk tidy — often made from wood, metal and oak — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique desk tidy — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique desk tidy is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Arts and Crafts and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique desk tidy over the years, but those crafted by Albert Marionnet, James Dixon & Sons and Lionel Edwards are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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Questions About Antique Desk Tidy
  • 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.