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Louis XVI Desk, Germany 1780, cherry veneer
Louis XVI Desk, Germany 1780, cherry veneer

Louis XVI Desk, Germany 1780, cherry veneer

Located in Leimen, DE

seeking a historic European desk with refined lines and decorative artistry, this piece embodies the

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1780s German Louis XVI Antique European Desk

Materials

Cherry

Rosewood Flip Top Writing Desk
Rosewood Flip Top Writing Desk

Rosewood Flip Top Writing Desk

$2,636Sale Price|20% Off

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

Country House Library Partners Desk
Country House Library Partners Desk

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

Inlaid secretaire, Northern Europe, early 20th century.
Inlaid secretaire, Northern Europe, early 20th century.

Inlaid secretaire, Northern Europe, early 20th century.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Inlaid secretaire desk, Northern Europe, early 20th century. Very good condition. Wood: walnut

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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Louis Philippe Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

17th Century Spanish Writing Table - Desk
17th Century Spanish Writing Table - Desk

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

Continental 18th Century Bombay Slant Front Desk
Continental 18th Century Bombay Slant Front Desk

Continental 18th Century Bombay Slant Front Desk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

recommended, the Desk retains a fine European presentation.

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18th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Wood

Antique bureau, Northern Europe, ca. 1910.
Antique bureau, Northern Europe, ca. 1910.

Antique bureau, Northern Europe, ca. 1910.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Antique bureau, Northern Europe, ca. 1910. Very good condition, after renovation in our workshop

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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Biedermeier Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Davenport Desk, England, 19th Century
Walnut Davenport Desk, England, 19th Century

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

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19th Century European Neoclassical Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

Desk, Louis XVI, Early XIXe, Mahogany Gilded Bronze
Desk, Louis XVI, Early XIXe, Mahogany Gilded Bronze

Desk, Louis XVI, Early XIXe, Mahogany Gilded Bronze

Located in Brussels, BE

Desk, Louis XVI, Early XIXe, Mahogany Gilded Bronze

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Early 19th Century European Louis XVI Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Desk Swedish Baroque Period 18th Century Veneer Sweden
Desk Swedish Baroque Period 18th Century Veneer Sweden

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
Antique Italian Money-Changers Desk with Hidden Storage

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

Unusual Antique George lII Mahogany and Oak Desk
Unusual Antique George lII Mahogany and Oak Desk

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

19th Century English Victorian Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk
19th Century English Victorian Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk

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
Royal Empire Desk/Bureau Plat, Gilt Bronze, 19th Century

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

Mahogany Freestanding Desk Attributed to Lysberg & Hansen of Copenhagen
Mahogany Freestanding Desk Attributed to Lysberg & Hansen of Copenhagen

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 George III Mahogany Desk with Carved Paw Feet, c.1790
Antique George III Mahogany Desk with Carved Paw Feet, c.1790

Antique George III Mahogany Desk with Carved Paw Feet, c.1790

Located in Worcester, GB

Fine George III Mahogany Work Table with Carved Paw Feet – c.1790 A very good quality late 18th century Georgian work table, dating to around 1790. Crafted in richly figured plum p...

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Late 18th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Wood

Antique bureau with storage compartments, Northern Europe, ca. 1880.
Antique bureau with storage compartments, Northern Europe, ca. 1880.

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

19th Century French Louis XV Style Marquetry Lady's Desk
19th Century French Louis XV Style Marquetry Lady's Desk

19th Century French Louis XV Style Marquetry Lady's Desk

Located in Tarzana, CA

A very fine and well-proportioned 19th century French lady's desk, the case veneered with marquetry

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Late 19th Century European Louis XV Antique European Desk

Materials

Kingwood

Antique Chippendale Style Walnut Drop Front Secretary Ladies Writing Desk
Antique Chippendale Style Walnut Drop Front Secretary Ladies Writing Desk

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

Antique Chippendale Style Walnut Drop Front Secretary Ladies Writing Desk
Antique Chippendale Style Walnut Drop Front Secretary Ladies Writing Desk

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

Gorgeous Inlaid Continental Louis XV Style Walnut Writing Desk circa 1920s
Gorgeous Inlaid Continental Louis XV Style Walnut Writing Desk circa 1920s

Gorgeous Inlaid Continental Louis XV Style Walnut Writing Desk circa 1920s

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This exquisite Continental Louis XV style walnut writing desk from the 1920s is a stunning example

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1920s European Louis XV Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

Exceptional Desk in Mahogany, Walnut, Ebony and Brass Early 20th Century
Exceptional Desk in Mahogany, Walnut, Ebony and Brass Early 20th Century

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

Rococo Revival Oak Writing Desk in Brown, Early 20th Century
Rococo Revival Oak Writing Desk in Brown, Early 20th Century

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

19th-Century Pine Lap Desk Inlaid with Mother-of-Pearl
19th-Century Pine Lap Desk Inlaid with Mother-of-Pearl

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

Antique Regency Quality Mahogany Desk Chair
Antique Regency Quality Mahogany Desk Chair

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

Chippendale Style Slant Top Desk in Black Lacquered Wood, circa 1900
Chippendale Style Slant Top Desk in Black Lacquered Wood, circa 1900

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

Art Nouveau Double Sided Walnut and Rosewood Desk by Lajos Kozma, 1930
Art Nouveau Double Sided Walnut and Rosewood Desk by Lajos Kozma, 1930

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

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

Fine Victorian Jas Shoolbred Green Marble Topped Watchmakers Desk Writing Table
Fine Victorian Jas Shoolbred Green Marble Topped Watchmakers Desk Writing Table

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
Early 20th Century Metamorphic Writing Desk by J.C Vickery of London

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
French 19th Century Stained Pine Desk Organizer

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

Provincial Green-Painted Slant-Front Desk with Secret Compartment
Provincial Green-Painted Slant-Front Desk with Secret Compartment

Provincial Green-Painted Slant-Front Desk with Secret Compartment

Located in New York, NY

A provincial green-painted slant-front desk, Northern Europe or France, early to mid-19th century

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Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique European Desk

Materials

Wood

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

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

Antique Edwardian Quality Mahogany Original Decorated Desk Chair
Antique Edwardian Quality Mahogany Original Decorated Desk Chair

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

Art Nouveau Spider Lamp by Unknown European Artist
Art Nouveau Spider Lamp by Unknown European Artist

Art Nouveau Spider Lamp by Unknown European Artist

Located in Palm Beach, FL

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
Fine Victorian Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk

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

Art nouveau golden brass inkwell 1900 jugendstil desk accessorie
Art nouveau golden brass inkwell 1900 jugendstil desk accessorie

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

Louis XVI Style Cylinder Desk
Louis XVI Style Cylinder Desk

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

19th Century Louis Philippe Mahogany Desk
19th Century Louis Philippe Mahogany Desk

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

Art Nouveau Blue Spider Lamp by Unknown European Artist
Art Nouveau Blue Spider Lamp by Unknown European Artist

Art Nouveau Blue Spider Lamp by Unknown European Artist

Located in Palm Beach, FL

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
Beautiful Desk Set in brass and crystal from late 19th Century

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

Art Nouveau Brass and Marble Desk Set after Herman Eichberg
Art Nouveau Brass and Marble Desk Set after Herman Eichberg

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

Captain Armchair Early-20th Century Wooden Desk Chair With Soft Seat
Captain Armchair Early-20th Century Wooden Desk Chair With Soft Seat

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

19th Century Oak School Desk or Lectern
19th Century Oak School Desk or Lectern

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

Turn of the Century Carlton House Desk
Turn of the Century Carlton House Desk

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

Impressive Ash Executive Desk, Early 20th Century
Impressive Ash Executive Desk, Early 20th Century

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

Black Forest Carved Walnut Fox Hunt Table Thermometer, Central European, ca 1900
Black Forest Carved Walnut Fox Hunt Table Thermometer, Central European, ca 1900

Black Forest Carved Walnut Fox Hunt Table Thermometer, Central European, ca 1900

Located in Lisse, NL

-century Central European craftsmanship, designed not only as a functional object but as a decorative table

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique European Desk

Materials

Opaline Glass, Nutwood

Art Deco Black Glass and Brass Desk Pen Holder with Crest
Art Deco Black Glass and Brass Desk Pen Holder with Crest

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

ORIGINAL ANTIQUE THONET SWiVEL BERGERE DESK CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR MODEL NUMBER 3
ORIGINAL ANTIQUE THONET SWiVEL BERGERE DESK CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR MODEL NUMBER 3

ORIGINAL ANTIQUE THONET SWiVEL BERGERE DESK CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR MODEL NUMBER 3

By Thonet

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would

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Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique European Desk

Materials

Bentwood

19th Century Mahogany Brass Inlaid Knee Hole Desk
19th Century Mahogany Brass Inlaid Knee Hole Desk

19th Century Mahogany Brass Inlaid Knee Hole Desk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

An elaborate and very well made Antique European Knee-Hole Desk. Finely constructed and in a high

Category

19th Century European Georgian Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass

Louis XV style writing desk. Gilt bronze, stone. Possibly French school, 19th c
Louis XV style writing desk. Gilt bronze, stone. Possibly French school, 19th c

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

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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 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.