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Tiffany Studios New York Pine Needle Bronze Doré and Slag Glass Nine-Piece Desk
Tiffany Studios New York Pine Needle Bronze Doré and Slag Glass Nine-Piece Desk

Tiffany Studios New York Pine Needle Bronze Doré and Slag Glass Nine-Piece Desk

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

glass desk set. The nine-piece set includes: inkwell, pen brush, letter rack, pen tray, desk box

Category

1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York "Zodiac" Bronze Rocker Blotter, Circa 1910
Tiffany Studios New York "Zodiac" Bronze Rocker Blotter, Circa 1910

Tiffany Studios New York "Zodiac" Bronze Rocker Blotter, Circa 1910

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

condition, with beautiful patina from age. Matching desk accessories including a calendar holder, pen tray

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York 'Zodiac' Bronze Rocker Blotter, circa 1910
Tiffany Studios New York 'Zodiac' Bronze Rocker Blotter, circa 1910

Tiffany Studios New York 'Zodiac' Bronze Rocker Blotter, circa 1910

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

beautiful patina from age. Matching desk accessories including a calendar holder, pen tray, inkwell, and

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Bronze

French Bronze Vide-Poche with Rooster by Auguste Cain, 19th Century
French Bronze Vide-Poche with Rooster by Auguste Cain, 19th Century

French Bronze Vide-Poche with Rooster by Auguste Cain, 19th Century

By Auguste Cain

Located in New York, NY

decorative objects. Intended for use as a vide-poche or desk tray, the object successfully balances

Category

19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Bronze

English Victorian Period 19th Century Wood or Horn Letter Opener
English Victorian Period 19th Century Wood or Horn Letter Opener

English Victorian Period 19th Century Wood or Horn Letter Opener

Located in Atlanta, GA

as a beautiful decorative accent. Display it on your desk, in a letter tray, or alongside other

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Horn, Wood

19th Century Anglo Ceylonese Specimen Wood Desk Companion Tray
19th Century Anglo Ceylonese Specimen Wood Desk Companion Tray

19th Century Anglo Ceylonese Specimen Wood Desk Companion Tray

Located in Dallas, TX

Coromandel wood and specimen woods. This is a simply gorgeous and quality item!! Tray made of various

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Late 19th Century Sri Lankan British Colonial Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Ebony, Wood

WMF Art Nouveau Inkwell and Pen Tray Desk Stand, Retains Original Glass
WMF Art Nouveau Inkwell and Pen Tray Desk Stand, Retains Original Glass

WMF Art Nouveau Inkwell and Pen Tray Desk Stand, Retains Original Glass

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Verviers, BE

WMF Art Nouveau inkwell and pen tray desk stand Art Nouveau Pattern Retains original glass

Category

1910s German Art Nouveau Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Metal

Sterling Silver Vanity Tray
Sterling Silver Vanity Tray

Sterling Silver Vanity Tray

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

. Perfectly scaled for a dressing table or desk, this tray is ideal for rings, cufflinks, a watch, calling

Category

1890s American Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early Mid-Century Italian Brass Aluminum Rectangular Tray
Early Mid-Century Italian Brass Aluminum Rectangular Tray

Early Mid-Century Italian Brass Aluminum Rectangular Tray

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

a Mid-Century coffee table, bar cart, vanity table or desk. This tray certainly would make a

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Chrome

Art Deco Silver-Plated Toast Rack with Matching Tray, Vintage English Breakfast
Art Deco Silver-Plated Toast Rack with Matching Tray, Vintage English Breakfast

Art Deco Silver-Plated Toast Rack with Matching Tray, Vintage English Breakfast

Located in Wembley, GB

arranged slices of toast, pastries, or even letters for a stylish desk display. The coordinating tray

Category

1920s British Art Deco Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Stunning quality antique Victorian brass desk set
Stunning quality antique Victorian brass desk set

Stunning quality antique Victorian brass desk set

Located in Ipswich, GB

Stunning quality antique Victorian brass desk set having a quality antique Victorian brass desk set

Category

Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Brass

Exquisite Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Tray Featuring Dragons in Clouds, Att
Exquisite Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Tray Featuring Dragons in Clouds, Att

Exquisite Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Tray Featuring Dragons in Clouds, Att

Located in Long Island City, NY

Antique and Vintage Asian Collectibles, Oriental Enamel Chargers and Plates, Trays, Desk Wares, Home Decor

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Enamel, Copper

Tiffany Studios New York 'Zodiac' Bronze Desk Calendar Holder or Picture Frame
Tiffany Studios New York 'Zodiac' Bronze Desk Calendar Holder or Picture Frame

Tiffany Studios New York 'Zodiac' Bronze Desk Calendar Holder or Picture Frame

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

tray, desk box, and rocker blotter also available. Pairs nicely with Art Deco, Arts & Crafts, or Art

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Bronze

Silver Plated Footed Dish Italy Exquisite Oval Antique Luxury Silver Décor Home
Silver Plated Footed Dish Italy Exquisite Oval Antique Luxury Silver Décor Home

Silver Plated Footed Dish Italy Exquisite Oval Antique Luxury Silver Décor Home

Located in Wembley, GB

jewelry tray on a dressing table, a decorative accent on a sideboard, an elegant desk accessory, or even

Category

Early 1900s Italian Art Deco Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Agate, Silver, Britannia Standard Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver,...

Antique Silver-Plated Candle Wick Trimmer Scissors, Victorian Table Decor
Antique Silver-Plated Candle Wick Trimmer Scissors, Victorian Table Decor

Antique Silver-Plated Candle Wick Trimmer Scissors, Victorian Table Decor

Located in Wembley, GB

seeking an authentic historic accent. Display it on a silver tray, writing desk, or candlelit sideboard

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Early 1900s English Hollywood Regency Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling silver beer mug or tankard - made by William Hutton 1927
Sterling silver beer mug or tankard - made by William Hutton 1927

Sterling silver beer mug or tankard - made by William Hutton 1927

By William Hutton & Sons

Located in London, London

, retirements, or milestone birthdays. Whether placed on a desk, sideboard, or drinks tray, this vintage silver

Category

1920s English Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gothic Armoire
Gothic Armoire

Gothic Armoire

Located in New York, NY

. 204); 1 very splendid rosewood Davenport Writing Desk, 4 tray Drawers, scroll standards, Gothic

Category

19th Century American Gothic Revival Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Brass

Gilded Bronze and Favrille Glass Desk Tray by Tiffany Studios
Gilded Bronze and Favrille Glass Desk Tray by Tiffany Studios

Gilded Bronze and Favrille Glass Desk Tray by Tiffany Studios

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Stratford Upon Avon, GB

This charming little ladies desk or dressing table tray measures 25cm by 7cm by 2.5cm high. It was

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Ormolu

Mahogany Tray Topped Bedside Commode circa 1760
Mahogany Tray Topped Bedside Commode circa 1760

Mahogany Tray Topped Bedside Commode circa 1760

Located in Avington, Hampshire

Mahogany tray topped bedside commode circa 1760

Category

18th Century and Earlier British Antique Desk Tray

Glass Tray by Jean Luce
Glass Tray by Jean Luce

Glass Tray by Jean Luce

Unavailable|$900

Glass Tray by Jean Luce

By Saint Gobain, Jean Luce

Located in Providence, RI

Thick mirrored glass tray by French designer Jean Luce (1895 - 1964), circa 1930, France. Tray

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Glass

English Silver Plate Pen Tray
English Silver Plate Pen Tray

English Silver Plate Pen Tray

Located in Stamford, CT

English silver plate pen tray with rounded corners and decorative etched scrolls at the centre.   

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Molave "Baul" and Capiz Shell Inlaid Chest
Vintage Molave "Baul" and Capiz Shell Inlaid Chest

Vintage Molave "Baul" and Capiz Shell Inlaid Chest

Located in San Francisco, CA

muslim scroll motif with removable interior desk tray with 6 cubbies. The compartment has aged and very

Category

Early 20th Century Philippine Other Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Shell, Wood

Tiffany Desk Set, 10 pieces, Zodiac
Tiffany Desk Set, 10 pieces, Zodiac

Tiffany Desk Set, 10 pieces, Zodiac

Unavailable|$4,500 / set

Tiffany Desk Set, 10 pieces, Zodiac

By Tiffany Studios

Located in New York, NY

Inkwell with glass liner, Rocker blotter, large desk blotter ends, pen tray, desk calendar holder, all

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Desk Tray

Rare 19th Century Small Circular Tray
Rare 19th Century Small Circular Tray

Rare 19th Century Small Circular Tray

Located in Richmond, London

A rare 19th century small circular tray. Why we like it Simple and useful piece of interior

Category

19th Century European Georgian Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Wood

Napoleon 3 wall-mounted letter tray
Napoleon 3 wall-mounted letter tray

Napoleon 3 wall-mounted letter tray

Located in Nivelles, BE

Napoleon 3 wall-mounted letter holder in boiled pulp cardboard, finely painted with orchid flowers.

Category

Late 19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Paste

Edwardian Leatherette In-Tray, circa 1905
Edwardian Leatherette In-Tray, circa 1905

Edwardian Leatherette In-Tray, circa 1905

Located in Umberleigh, Devon

A good English Edwardian leatherette in-tray with gold coloured decoration. A4 in size and signed

Category

Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Leather

Tiffany Studios Bronze Inkwell and Pen Tray
Tiffany Studios Bronze Inkwell and Pen Tray

Tiffany Studios Bronze Inkwell and Pen Tray

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Brisbane, Queensland

? Whether this inkwell and pen tray is a practical accessory in your office, or a statement piece for your

Category

Early 19th Century American Art Deco Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Bronze

Gustav Gurschner Bronze Figural tray made in Austria
Gustav Gurschner Bronze Figural tray made in Austria

Gustav Gurschner Bronze Figural tray made in Austria

By Gustave Gurschner

Located in New York, NY

Bronze Art Nouveau tray in the form of a woman designed by Gustav Gurschner made in Vienna, Austria

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Bronze

Collection of Rectangular Lacquered Papier Mâché Counter Trays
Collection of Rectangular Lacquered Papier Mâché Counter Trays

Collection of Rectangular Lacquered Papier Mâché Counter Trays

Located in Babworth, Retford

Each with painted, gilt and lacquered decoration depicting face cards or text. England, late 19th century. Priced individually.

Category

Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Lacquer

French Inlaid Mahogany Desk
French Inlaid Mahogany Desk

French Inlaid Mahogany Desk

Unavailable|$1,247

French Inlaid Mahogany Desk

Located in Norwich, Norfolk

Harebells. The right hand cupboard opening to reveal pull-out trays. This desk also features a vanity

Category

1880s French Victorian Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Mahogany

Papier Mâché Tray and Box Attributed to Paul Poiret, French, 1920s
Papier Mâché Tray and Box Attributed to Paul Poiret, French, 1920s

Papier Mâché Tray and Box Attributed to Paul Poiret, French, 1920s

By Paul Poiret

Located in Hoboken, NJ

Grey papier mâché tray with accompanying lidded box, both with white, gold, and black decorative

Category

1920s French Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Paper

Gilded Copper and Coral Desk Set, Trapani, 17th Century
Gilded Copper and Coral Desk Set, Trapani, 17th Century

Gilded Copper and Coral Desk Set, Trapani, 17th Century

Located in Marseille, FR

Gilded copper and coral desk set including a tray, two inkwells, a stamp, a circular box, a

Category

17th Century Italian Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Coral, Copper

Rare 6 Piece Writing Desk Set Erhard & Sohne Wood Inlay Brass Art Nouveau 1900
Rare 6 Piece Writing Desk Set Erhard & Sohne Wood Inlay Brass Art Nouveau 1900

Rare 6 Piece Writing Desk Set Erhard & Sohne Wood Inlay Brass Art Nouveau 1900

By Erhard & Söhne

Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE

Fine and rare Jugendstil / Art Nouveau / Secession / Arts & Crafts Erhard & Sohne writing desk set

Category

Early 1900s German Jugendstil Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Brass Inlay Rosewood Writing Desk with Cylinder Roll Top
19th Century French Brass Inlay Rosewood Writing Desk with Cylinder Roll Top

19th Century French Brass Inlay Rosewood Writing Desk with Cylinder Roll Top

Located in South Newfane, VT

veneers complete this highly detailed piece. The interior of the desk has a removable tray, various

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Bronze

Louis XVI Mahogany Bureau Plat with Ormolu Mounted
Louis XVI Mahogany Bureau Plat with Ormolu Mounted

Louis XVI Mahogany Bureau Plat with Ormolu Mounted

Located in Madrid, ES

. Also removable trays on either side. Desk and trays with old leather.

Category

Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Ormolu

Regence Period Bureau, "The Dionysian Procession", 18th Century, circa 1725
Regence Period Bureau, "The Dionysian Procession", 18th Century, circa 1725

Regence Period Bureau, "The Dionysian Procession", 18th Century, circa 1725

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

.), D 100 cm (39 ½ in.) Flat desk with rectangular tray covered with rosewood and violet wood

Category

Early 18th Century French Régence Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Bronze

Pair Signed Erhard Sohne Trinket Casket Box Casket Original Keys Brass Wood 1900
Pair Signed Erhard Sohne Trinket Casket Box Casket Original Keys Brass Wood 1900

Pair Signed Erhard Sohne Trinket Casket Box Casket Original Keys Brass Wood 1900

By Erhard & Söhne

Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE

dragonfly bowl / tray and a fine writing desk set including pen tray with inkwell, match, letter and notepad

Category

Early 1900s German Jugendstil Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Brass

Art Deco pelican ash- or desk tray by Edgar Brandt.
Art Deco pelican ash- or desk tray by Edgar Brandt.

Art Deco pelican ash- or desk tray by Edgar Brandt.

Located in Antwerp, BE

An Art Deco pelican ash or desk tray in wrought and cast iron by Edgar Brandt. This model is

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Wrought Iron

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Partner's Inkwell With Desk Tray
Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Partner's Inkwell With Desk Tray

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Partner's Inkwell With Desk Tray

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period bronze partner's inkwell with desk tray

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Partner's Inkwell With Desk Tray
Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Partner's Inkwell With Desk Tray

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Partner's Inkwell With Desk Tray

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period bronze partner's inkwell with desk tray

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Bronze

Stunning Antique Regency Boulle Work Desk Tray
Stunning Antique Regency Boulle Work Desk Tray

Stunning Antique Regency Boulle Work Desk Tray

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A brass and tortoiseshell pen tray with a C-scroll handle, scroll feet and boulle work decoration.

Category

1820s British Antique Desk Tray

Tiffany Studios New York Adam Pattern Bronze Doré Pen Tray
Tiffany Studios New York Adam Pattern Bronze Doré Pen Tray

Tiffany Studios New York Adam Pattern Bronze Doré Pen Tray

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

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

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Bronze

Antique Victorian Silver Inkstand 1880 Inkwell Desk Tidy Pen Tray
Antique Victorian Silver Inkstand 1880 Inkwell Desk Tidy Pen Tray

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.

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Studios New York Graduate Pattern Bronze Doré Pen Tray
Tiffany Studios New York Graduate Pattern Bronze Doré Pen Tray

Tiffany Studios New York Graduate Pattern Bronze Doré Pen Tray

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze "Graduate" pattern pen tray, desk

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Pine Needle Bronze and Slag Glass Pencil Tray
Tiffany Studios New York Pine Needle Bronze and Slag Glass Pencil Tray

Tiffany Studios New York Pine Needle Bronze and Slag Glass Pencil Tray

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

pencil tray or desk tray Attributed to Tiffany Studios New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 8.5

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Bronze

Marshall Field & Co. Antique Floral Ivy Bronze Pen Tray, Circa 1910
Marshall Field & Co. Antique Floral Ivy Bronze Pen Tray, Circa 1910

Marshall Field & Co. Antique Floral Ivy Bronze Pen Tray, Circa 1910

By Tiffany Studios, Marshall Field & Co. 1

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Art Deco or Arts & Crafts period bronze pen tray, desk tray, or ashtray In the manner

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Bronze

Antique Mahogany  tray table Victorian 1880 England
Antique Mahogany  tray table Victorian 1880 England

Antique Mahogany tray table Victorian 1880 England

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice Antique tray table ,small desk .Butlers tray ,al kind of different uses for this

Category

1880s English Victorian Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Champleve Enamel Hand Painted Sevres Porcelain Ormolu Bronze Tray Signed
Antique Champleve Enamel Hand Painted Sevres Porcelain Ormolu Bronze Tray Signed

Antique Champleve Enamel Hand Painted Sevres Porcelain Ormolu Bronze Tray Signed

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Dublin, Ireland

porcelain hand painted twin handle Desk Tray of outstanding quality of workmanship. Mid to late Nineteenth

Category

19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Desk Tray

Materials

Ormolu

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Antique Desk Tray For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique desk tray you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, bronze and silver, every antique desk tray was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique desk tray — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique desk tray made by Art Nouveau designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique desk tray over the years, but those crafted by Tiffany Studios, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik and Georges Flamand are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Desk Tray?

The average selling price for an antique desk tray at 1stDibs is $1,303, while they’re typically $60 on the low end and $18,500 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Decorative-objects for You

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Antique Desk Tray
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays 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 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 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.