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European Antique Davenport Desk
Located in Malibu, CA
Superb 19th century Davenport desk in burled walnut from England. The right side of the cabinet has
Category

Early 19th Century Antique European Desk

Materials

Bone, Leather, Burl

European Antique Davenport Desk
European Antique Davenport Desk
$1,956 Sale Price
48% Off
H 32 in W 22 in D 23 in
Antique desk from the late 19th century, Western Europe.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique desk from around 1890, Western Europe. Dimensions: H 78 cm / W 162 cm / D 85 cm
Category

Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique European Desk

Materials

Oak

Antique desk from the late 19th century, Western Europe.
Antique desk from the late 19th century, Western Europe.
$2,738
H 30.71 in W 63.78 in D 33.47 in
C19th European painted cylinder writing desk
By Bonzanigo
Located in Dereham, GB
C19th European painted cylinder writing desk Cream with blue stencil decoration. Recently re
Category

1860s Italian Baroque Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

Antique C19th European painted cylinder writing desk
C19th European painted cylinder writing desk
$2,434
H 42.13 in W 50.01 in D 24.81 in
Mahogany Pedestal Desk
Located in Swadlincote, GB
Excellent quality three piece Chippendale style mahogany desk, solid mahogany, brass handles
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19th Century European Chippendale Antique European Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Mahogany Pedestal Desk
Mahogany Pedestal Desk
$2,157
H 30 in W 48 in D 27 in
Rosewood Flip Top Writing Desk
Located in Malibu, CA
Antique European rosewood writing table. Hidden beneath the flip top, a desk in excellent condition
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Mid-19th Century European Empire Revival Antique European Desk

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Rosewood Flip Top Writing Desk
Rosewood Flip Top Writing Desk
$2,306 Sale Price
30% Off
H 29 in W 37 in D 18.25 in
Country House Library Partners Desk
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A fine 18th century Chippendale period country house library fitted partners desk. The paneled
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18th Century European Chippendale Antique European Desk

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Antique Country House Library Partners Desk
Country House Library Partners Desk
$11,495
H 32.68 in W 74.02 in D 46.46 in
Antique bureau, Northern Europe, ca. 1910.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique bureau, Northern Europe, ca. 1910. Very good condition, after renovation in our workshop
Category

Early 20th Century Scandinavian Biedermeier Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

Antique bureau, Northern Europe, ca. 1910.
Antique bureau, Northern Europe, ca. 1910.
$2,971
H 44.49 in W 46.86 in D 24.81 in
17th Century Spanish Writing Table - Desk
Located in Round Top, TX
An outstanding and very handsome 17th century Spanish Writing Table - Desk from the Catalan region
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17th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Chestnut, Walnut

Antique 17th Century Spanish Writing Table - Desk
17th Century Spanish Writing Table - Desk
$9,750
H 29.38 in W 51.5 in D 31 in
Walnut Davenport Desk, England, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
English "Davenport" walnut wood desk, 19th century. Desk with four drawers on the side, inkwell
Category

19th Century European Neoclassical Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

Antique Walnut Davenport Desk, England, 19th Century
Walnut Davenport Desk, England, 19th Century
$1,689
H 31.11 in W 22.45 in D 21.86 in
Biedermeier secretary from around 1890, Northern Europe.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Biedermeier secretary from around 1890, Northern Europe. Very good condition, after professional
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Late 19th Century Unknown Biedermeier Antique European Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Biedermeier secretary from around 1890, Northern Europe.
Biedermeier secretary from around 1890, Northern Europe.
$4,054
H 40.95 in W 39.77 in D 22.45 in
Biedermeier Desk in Walnut Veneer, Germany, circa 1830
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This is a beautiful five-drawer desk from the Biedermeier period. It was made in Germany around
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1830s European Biedermeier Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

Biedermeier Desk in Walnut Veneer, Germany, circa 1830
Biedermeier Desk in Walnut Veneer, Germany, circa 1830
$3,379
H 32.29 in W 49.22 in D 27.56 in
19th Century Victorian Amboyna Inlaid Pedestal Desk
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a fine quality English 19th century Victorian Amboyna Pedestal Desk. The desk top
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Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Antique European Desk

Materials

Amboyna

Desk Swedish Baroque Period 18th Century Veneer Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Desk Swedish Baroque Period 18th Century Veneer Sweden. A stunning desk made during the Baroque
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18th Century European Baroque Antique European Desk

Materials

Wood

Antique Italian Money-Changers Desk with Hidden Storage
Located in London, GB
An 17-18th century antique desk. Likely Italian, but sourced in France. Solid oak with a
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Early 18th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Oak

Antique Italian Money-Changers Desk with Hidden Storage
Antique Italian Money-Changers Desk with Hidden Storage
$7,215
H 21.26 in W 7.88 in D 13.39 in
Antique bureau with storage compartments, Northern Europe, ca. 1880.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique bureau from the end of the 19th century, Northern Europe. Furniture in very good condition
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Late 19th Century Unknown Biedermeier Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

Unusual Antique George lII Mahogany and Oak Desk
Located in Suffolk, GB
Unusual Antique George lII mahogany and oak desk having a quality mahogany writing fall opening to
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18th Century European George III Antique European Desk

Materials

Oak

Unusual Antique George lII Mahogany and Oak Desk
Unusual Antique George lII Mahogany and Oak Desk
$2,995
H 36.03 in W 37.8 in D 21.46 in
19th Century English Victorian Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality 19th century Victorian burr walnut pedestal desk. The desk top is inset
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

Royal Empire Desk/Bureau Plat, Gilt Bronze, 19th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Royal Empire Desk/Bureau Plat, Gilt Bronze Mahogany with gilded bronze fittings in the form of
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Mid-19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Royal Empire Desk/Bureau Plat, Gilt Bronze, 19th Century
Royal Empire Desk/Bureau Plat, Gilt Bronze, 19th Century
$8,143
H 31.11 in W 57.49 in D 29.53 in
Antique Chippendale Style Walnut Drop Front Secretary Ladies Writing Desk
Located in Miami, FL
An antique early 20th century ladies' secretary desk. Made from walnut with a maple writing surface
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Early 20th Century European Chippendale Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

Dressing table from the beginning of Twentieth century, Northern Europe.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Dressing table from the beginning of Twentieth century, Northern Europe. Very good condition
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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Other Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

Mahogany Freestanding Desk Attributed to Lysberg & Hansen of Copenhagen
By Lysberg, Hansen & Therp
Located in London, GB
A freestanding mahogany desk attributed to Lysberg and Hansen. The desk is finely carved with
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Antique European Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Chippendale Style Walnut Drop Front Secretary Ladies Writing Desk
Located in Miami, FL
An antique early 20th century ladies' secretary desk. Made from walnut with a maple writing surface
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Early 20th Century European Chippendale Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Louis XV Style Marquetry Lady's Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and well-proportioned 19th century French lady's desk, the case veneered with marquetry
Category

Late 19th Century European Louis XV Antique European Desk

Materials

Kingwood

Superb Rare Flame Mahogany Russian or Baltic Cylinder Desk Leather Surface
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Russian Baltic Style Cylinder Desk. . 3 dovetail drawers at the bottom and one at the top. The
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1870s European Baltic Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Exceptional Desk in Mahogany, Walnut, Ebony and Brass Early 20th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
early 20th century European cabinetmaker secretary desk in mahogany, walnut, ebony and inlaid brass
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass

Gorgeous Inlaid Continental Louis XV Style Walnut Writing Desk circa 1920s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautiful desk that features the design of a Louis XV desk and has the traits of an
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1920s European Louis XV Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Silver Horn Desk Set
Located in Houston, TX
A 19th century continental horn desk set ornately decorated with silver. The small tray is 8 inches
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

19th Century Silver Horn Desk Set
19th Century Silver Horn Desk Set
$995 / set
H 1.75 in W 8 in D 3.25 in
Rococo Revival Oak Writing Desk in Brown, Early 20th Century
Located in Opole, PL
Rococo Revival Oak Writing Desk in Brown, Early 20th Century This piece of furniture, made
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Early 20th Century European Rococo Revival Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass

Rococo Revival Oak Writing Desk in Brown, Early 20th Century
Rococo Revival Oak Writing Desk in Brown, Early 20th Century
$1,677 Sale Price
20% Off
H 39.38 in W 36.23 in D 16.54 in
19th-Century Pine Lap Desk Inlaid with Mother-of-Pearl
Located in Opole, PL
19th-Century Pine Lap Desk Inlaid with Mother-of-Pearl A small and lined with a fabric lap desk
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Mid-19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut, Pine, Burl, Mother-of-Pearl

19th-Century Pine Lap Desk Inlaid with Mother-of-Pearl
19th-Century Pine Lap Desk Inlaid with Mother-of-Pearl
$745 Sale Price
20% Off
H 5.12 in W 9.85 in D 8.67 in
Antique Regency Quality Mahogany Desk Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Regency quality mahogany desk chair having a quality attractive gadroon and shell carved
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19th Century European Regency Antique European Desk

Materials

Other

Antique Regency Quality Mahogany Desk Chair
Antique Regency Quality Mahogany Desk Chair
$1,345
H 35.24 in W 20.87 in D 18.12 in
Chippendale Style Slant Top Desk in Black Lacquered Wood, circa 1900
Located in Miami, FL
Chippendale style slant top desk in black lacquered wood. Red brilliant lacquered inferior part
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Early 20th Century European Chinese Chippendale Antique European Desk

Materials

Wood

Chippendale Style Slant Top Desk in Black Lacquered Wood, circa 1900
Chippendale Style Slant Top Desk in Black Lacquered Wood, circa 1900
$2,952 Sale Price
20% Off
H 42.52 in W 33.08 in D 17.72 in
Art Nouveau Double Sided Walnut and Rosewood Desk by Lajos Kozma, 1930
By Lajos Kozma
Located in Rome, IT
influence on the European design through his drawings, buildings and furniture. This desk has walnut and
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1920s European Art Nouveau Antique European Desk

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Double Sided Walnut and Rosewood Desk by Lajos Kozma, 1930
Art Nouveau Double Sided Walnut and Rosewood Desk by Lajos Kozma, 1930
$88,554 Sale Price
20% Off
H 77 in W 180 in D 80 in
Art Nouveau Double Sided Walnut and Rosewood Desk by Lajos Kozma, 1930
By Lajos Kozma
Located in Rome, IT
influence on the European design through his drawings, buildings and furniture. This desk has walnut and
Category

1920s European Art Nouveau Antique European Desk

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Double Sided Walnut and Rosewood Desk by Lajos Kozma, 1930
Art Nouveau Double Sided Walnut and Rosewood Desk by Lajos Kozma, 1930
$88,554 Sale Price
20% Off
H 77 in W 180 in D 80 in
Fine Victorian Jas Shoolbred Green Marble Topped Watchmakers Desk Writing Table
By Jas Schoolbred
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Jas Shoolbred Watchmakers table / desk with green marble top A good looking and well-made piece
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1880s European High Victorian Antique European Desk

Materials

Marble, Brass

Early 20th Century Metamorphic Writing Desk by J.C Vickery of London
Located in Martlesham, GB
moulded edge hinged top lifting up and folding over to reveal the rising writing desk top, which consists
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1910s European Edwardian Antique European Desk

Materials

Mahogany

French 19th Century Stained Pine Desk Organizer
Located in Santa Monica, CA
French 19th Century Stained Pine Desk Organizer
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Pine

French 19th Century Stained Pine Desk Organizer
French 19th Century Stained Pine Desk Organizer
$700 Sale Price
29% Off
H 9.25 in W 53.75 in D 10 in
Ladies' Writing Desk From the Early 20th Century in the Style of Louis XV
Located in Opole, PL
Ladies' Writing Desk From the Early 20th Century in the Style of Louis XV A ladies' writing desk
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Early 20th Century European Louis XIV Antique European Desk

Materials

Wood, Rosewood

Ladies' Writing Desk From the Early 20th Century in the Style of Louis XV
Ladies' Writing Desk From the Early 20th Century in the Style of Louis XV
$1,854 Sale Price
20% Off
H 36.62 in W 28.75 in D 18.12 in
Pair of Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Desk Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Pair of antique Edwardian inlaid mahogany desk chairs having a lovely shaped top rail boasting a
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique European Desk

Materials

Other

Pair of Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Desk Chairs
Pair of Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Desk Chairs
$2,427 / set
H 38.98 in W 22.84 in D 18.51 in
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 European Desk

Materials

Other

17th C. Provencal Hand Carved Antique Side Table Walnut Desk Drawers Farm LA CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
17th C. Provencal Hand Carved Antique Side Table Walnut Desk Drawers Farm LA CA . Beautiful 17th
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17th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Metal

Art Nouveau Spider Lamp by Unknown European Artist
Located in Chicago, US
European spider lamp, circa 1925. Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its cost
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1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Fine Victorian Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
desk, tulipwood crossbanded throughout, the black leather lined top with eared corners above three
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

Fine Victorian Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk
Fine Victorian Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk
$12,848
H 29.93 in W 50.4 in D 25.2 in
Art nouveau golden brass inkwell 1900 jugendstil desk accessorie
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Art Nouveau Large jugendstil golden brass inkwell Original 1900 desk accessorie Original good
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass

19th Century Louis Philippe Mahogany Desk
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 19th century French Louis Philippe mahogany desk with bookmatched flame mahogany veneer
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Early 19th Century European Louis Philippe Antique European Desk

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

19th Century Louis Philippe Mahogany Desk
19th Century Louis Philippe Mahogany Desk
$6,000
H 46.5 in W 45.75 in D 22.5 in
Louis XVI Style Cylinder Desk
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Louis XVI style mahogany cylinder desk with bronze mounts and a marble top, circa 1920. This desk
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1920s European Louis XVI Antique European Desk

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Louis XVI Style Cylinder Desk
Louis XVI Style Cylinder Desk
$2,500
H 42.5 in W 31.5 in D 19.5 in
Hand Carved Stone Possible malachite Paperweight office Desk Sculpture object
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand Carved Stone Possible malachite Paperweight office Desk Sculpture object . A nicely hand
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Stone

Art Nouveau Blue Spider Lamp by Unknown European Artist
Located in Chicago, US
European spider table lamp, c. 1925. Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its
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1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Beautiful Desk Set in brass and crystal from late 19th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
Beautiful Desk Set in brass and crystal from late 19th Century. The set consist of double inkstands
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Late 19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1875s Silver-plated Brass Desk Inkwell with Crystallized Ink and Engraved Detail
Located in Marbella, ES
Desk inkwell in the shape of a chest, made of brass with a functional design. When opened, it
Category

19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass

Captain Armchair Early-20th Century Wooden Desk Chair With Soft Seat
Located in Opole, PL
Captain Armchair - Early-20th Century Wooden Desk Chair With Soft Seat A wooden chair with a soft
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Early 20th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Captain Armchair Early-20th Century Wooden Desk Chair With Soft Seat
Captain Armchair Early-20th Century Wooden Desk Chair With Soft Seat
$922 Sale Price
20% Off
H 31.89 in W 21.26 in D 18.9 in
19th Century European Green Glass Dump Paperweight with Controlled Air Bubbles
Located in Louisville, KY
This European bottle green dump glass paper weight features a display of frosted flower pedals
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique European Desk

Materials

Blown Glass

Antique Monumental French Regency Inlaid Brass Mounted Barrel Roll Top Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
luxurious antique desk imported from Europe would be a breathtaking and functional furnishing for your
Category

Mid-19th Century French Regency Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass

Art Nouveau Brass and Marble Desk Set after Herman Eichberg
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Art Nouveau brass and green marble desk set with two original moulded white porcelain inkwells
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique European Desk

Materials

Marble, Brass

19th Century Oak School Desk or Lectern
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th century oak school desk or lectern. Lift top reveals document compartment, over two lower
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Late 19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Oak

19th Century Oak School Desk or Lectern
19th Century Oak School Desk or Lectern
$1,395
H 32 in W 21.5 in D 17.5 in
Turn of the Century Carlton House Desk
Located in Pasadena, TX
Inlaid Mahogany Turn of the Century Desk 1905 Mahogany Carlton House style desk. Moulded and
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

Turn of the Century Carlton House Desk
Turn of the Century Carlton House Desk
$2,900
H 36 in W 43.5 in D 26 in
Louis XV style writing desk. Gilt bronze, stone. Possibly French school, 19th c
Located in Madrid, ES
Louis XV style writing desk. Gilt bronze, stone. Possibly French school, 19th century. Gilt bronze
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19th Century European Neoclassical Revival Antique European Desk

Materials

Stone, Bronze, Other

Impressive Ash Executive Desk, Early 20th Century
Located in Opole, PL
Impressive Ash Executive Desk, Early 20th Century Step into timeless sophistication with this
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Early 20th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass

Impressive Ash Executive Desk, Early 20th Century
Impressive Ash Executive Desk, Early 20th Century
$2,703 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30.71 in W 66.15 in D 31.11 in
Art Deco Black Glass and Brass Desk Pen Holder with Crest
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco period black glass and brass desk pen holder with crest, circa 20th century. Piece
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Black Glass and Brass Desk Pen Holder with Crest
Art Deco Black Glass and Brass Desk Pen Holder with Crest
$540 Sale Price
20% Off
H 0.75 in W 6.94 in D 4.5 in
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Antique European Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique European desk available at 1stDibs. An antique European desk — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique European desk — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique European desk, designed in the Georgian, Victorian or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made antique European desk has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Aristide de Ranieri and William Cripps are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique European Desk?

Prices for an antique European desk start at $175 and top out at $9,360 with the average selling for $1,370.
Questions About Antique European Desk
  • 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 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 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 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.