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Antique Desk Ware

Tunbridge Ware Leather-Hinged Document Holder c1860
By Tunbridge Ware
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Tunbridge ware leather hinged antique document holder Date : c1860 Period : Victoria
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Wood

Antique Hardwood Pedestal Desk
Located in Dorchester, GB
A superb quality English early to mid 20th century pedestal desk. The build quality of this desk
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Hardwood Pedestal Desk
Antique Hardwood Pedestal Desk
H 77 in W 123 in D 85 in
ANTiQUE RESTORED GAINSBOROUGH HAND DYED WHISKY BROWN LEATHER OFFICE DESK CHAIR
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand made in
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

ANTiQUE RESTORED LIONS HAIRY PAW FEET BROWN LEATHER PEDESTAL DESK BRAHAM LOCKS
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
, antique Lion's Hairy Paw desk in flamed mahogany with original brown leather top Please note the
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

STUNNING ANTIQUE WILLIAN IV CIRCA 1830 HAND CARVED WALNUT CAPTAINS SWIVEL CHAiR
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original
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Antique 1830s English William IV Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Antique 18th Century French Oak Large Bureau With Drawers
Located in EDENSOR PARK, NSW
with pull handles of a lion head. this item has been cleaned and French Polished, all brass ware has
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Antique 18th Century Desks

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Tunbridge Ware Marquetry Tea Caddy
Located in Forney, TX
A well-made antique, circa 1830, English tea caddy with stunning marquetry inlays, warm coloring
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Antique 19th Century English Regency Tea Caddies

Materials

Brass

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji Era cylindrical shaped enamel brush pot. Circa: 19th century. The
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot
Located in New York, NY
. Antique and Vintage Asian and Oriental Enamel Pots, Table and Desk Wares, Home Decor, and Collectibles
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

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Enamel, Brass

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Brush Pot with Bugs
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese late Meiji Era cylindrical shaped enamel over copper brush pot. Circa: late
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

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Copper, Enamel

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot Vase
Located in New York, NY
Cloisonne technique. Unmarked. Antique and Vintage Asian and Oriental Enamel Pots, Table and Desk Wares
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Enamel, Copper

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Era Dragon and Phoenix Bird Goldstone Vase
Located in New York, NY
. Unmarked. Antique and Vintage Asian and Oriental Enamel Vases, Desk Wares, Home Decor, Interior Design, and
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel

Early 18th Century George I Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase
By Peter Miller
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
of hand-cut figured walnut veneers over bun feet. It should be noted that this exceptional desk
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Antique Early 18th Century British George I Bookcases

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Walnut

Early 18th Century George I Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase
Early 18th Century George I Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase
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H 90.56 in W 40.56 in D 23.23 in

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Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
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By James Howell
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Antique 1860s English Desk Sets

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Located in New York, NY
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Antique Desk Ware For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique desk ware you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every antique desk ware was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an antique desk ware — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each antique desk ware bearing Victorian, Georgian or mid-century modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one antique desk ware that is appealing in its simplicity, but Meredew and Tunbridge Ware produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Desk Ware?

An antique desk ware can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,280, while the lowest priced sells for $360 and the highest can go for as much as $59,463.
Questions About Antique Desk Ware
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What antique desks are called depends on their design. A desk with chair cutouts on both sides is a partner desk, while one with a pull-down writing surface is a secretary. On a Davenport desk, the desktop lifts to reveal a storage area. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique Davenport desk is a small writing desk, usually with four drawers on one side. The desk would have elaborately decorated supports and a recessed space for adequate legroom. Shop a collection of Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Davenport desk is a type of small desk with a distinct inclined desktop. The desktop covers a large storage compartment meant for keeping paper and other writing materials. Popular in the 19th century, Davenport desks are still sought after today. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    An antique secretary desk will range in value depending on its authenticity and condition. The price can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. On 1stDibs find the antique secretary desk you’re looking for today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.