What are antique desks called?

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.

What is an antique Davenport desk?

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.

How much is my antique secretary desk worth?

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.

How do I know if my antique roll top desk?

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.

How do I know if my roll top desk is antique?

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.

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Fine 19th Century Ormolu Mounted KPM Porcelain Desk Set - Inkwell Candlesticks

By Berlin Royal Porcelain Factory

Located in Forney, TX

Porcelain Factory Berlin (KPM) porcelain five piece desk set. The breathtaking antique set features

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Antique Late 19th Century Louis XV Desk Sets

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Bronze

Fine 19th Century Ormolu Mounted KPM Porcelain Desk Set - Inkwell Candlesticks

H 4 in W 9 in D 7 in

Rare Antique Mid-19th C Veuve Perrin French France Pottery Inkwell

By Veuve Perrin Factory

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Rare Antique Mid-19th C Veuve Perrin French France Pottery Inkwell

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Provincial Inkwells

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Faience

Rare Antique Mid-19th C Veuve Perrin French France Pottery Inkwell

H 5 in W 6 in D 10 in

Original Antique English Vintage Singer Desk Swivel Chair

By Singer

Located in Stockbridge, GB

Antique Singer Swivel Desk Chair – D A classic factory workers stool designed and manufactured by

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Mid-20th Century British Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Original Antique English Vintage Singer Desk Swivel Chair

H 25.99 in W 13.78 in D 16.93 in

Antique Kittinger Spanish Colonial Walnut Fall Front Secretary Desk Barley Twist

By Kittinger Furniture Company

Located in Dayton, OH

"Extremely rare 1 of a kind early Kittinger Spanish Colonial fall front secretary or library desk

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Early 20th Century Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Antique Kittinger Spanish Colonial Walnut Fall Front Secretary Desk Barley Twist

H 48.5 in W 46 in D 21 in

Antique Solid Oak Slotted Postal Sorting Desk, circa 1939

Located in San Francisco, CA

About An antique solid oak postal desk with several removable shelves, drawer with brass handle

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks

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Brass

Antique Solid Oak Slotted Postal Sorting Desk, circa 1939

H 75 in W 48.25 in D 30 in

DC-3 ‘Dakota’ Wingtip Desk

Located in London, GB

is used to form the basis of this stylish desk. Guaranteed all Douglas Factory Products, (or Original

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Vintage 1940s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

DC-3 ‘Dakota’ Wingtip Desk

H 30 in W 92 in D 60 in

France Desk Style: Biedermeier, 1847

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French desk style: Biedermeier Year 1847 It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. If you are

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Antique 1840s French Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

France Desk Style: Biedermeier, 1847

H 48.04 in W 19.69 in D 55.12 in

IMPORTANT ANTiQUE GABRIELD VIARDOT 1830-1906 ATTRIUBTED JAPONISME PEARL DESK

By Gabriel Viardot

Located in GB

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare and

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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Desks

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Leather, Oak

IMPORTANT ANTiQUE GABRIELD VIARDOT 1830-1906 ATTRIUBTED JAPONISME PEARL DESK

H 30.52 in W 39.38 in D 22.05 in

Desk in Wood and chrome, France, 1940

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

(AIFAF)" Desk Year 1940 French Wood and chrome Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is an elegant and

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Desk in Wood and chrome, France, 1940

H 30.52 in W 42.92 in D 23.63 in

French Desk Art Deco, 1920, Materials: Wood

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco Desk Year 1920 French Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is an elegant and sophisticated

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

French Desk Art Deco, 1920, Materials: Wood

H 42.13 in W 16.15 in D 33.08 in

Desk in Wood, 1920, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk Book: Buenos Aires Art Deco y Racionalismo Author: Mimi Bohm Page: 68 Year: 1920 It is

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Desk in Wood, 1920, Made in France

H 45.28 in W 26.78 in D 15.75 in

Desk in Wood, 1940, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk Year: 1940 It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The quality of the

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Desk in Wood, 1940, Made in France

H 31.11 in W 36.62 in D 22.05 in

Desk in Wood, 1940, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood

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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Desk in Wood, 1940, Made in France

H 63.78 in W 44.49 in D 19.69 in

Desk in Wood, 1900, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood

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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Desk in Wood, 1900, Made in France

H 51.19 in W 29.14 in D 22.05 in

France Desk Art Deco, 1920, Material: Wood

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French desk style: Art Deco Year 1920 Finish: polyurethanic lacquer. It is an elegant and

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

France Desk Art Deco, 1920, Material: Wood

H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 59.06 in

France Desk Art Deco, 1930, Material, Wood

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French desk style: Art Deco Year 1920 Material: carved wood It is an elegant and sophisticated

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

France Desk Art Deco, 1930, Material, Wood

H 30.32 in W 31.5 in D 47.25 in

French Desk with Horses in Wood, 1920

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco desk Year 1920 French It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. It has a large work

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

French Desk with Horses in Wood, 1920

H 44.49 in W 16.54 in D 29.93 in

Desk Style: Art Deco, 1930, France, Material: Wood

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Desk Year 1930 French Wood Finish: polyurethanic lacquer. It is an elegant and sophisticated dream

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Desk Style: Art Deco, 1930, France, Material: Wood

H 31.89 in W 25.99 in D 61.82 in

France Desk Art Deco, 1930, Material: Carved Wood

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk Style: Art Deco Year 1920 Material: carved wood It is an elegant and sophisticated

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

France Desk Art Deco, 1930, Material: Carved Wood

H 30.32 in W 30.71 in D 51.19 in

American Desk Armchair, 1950

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco desk chair Wood Year: 1950 If you are looking for a desk chair to match your desk, we

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Wood

American Desk Armchair, 1950

H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 18.9 in

Amazing Desk Art Deco 1930 France Wood Zebrano

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Desk Year 1930 French Wood is Zebrano Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is an elegant and

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Amazing Desk Art Deco 1930 France Wood Zebrano

H 31.11 in W 26.78 in D 100.4 in

American Desk Armchair, 1970

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

From Seller'. And you can see more objects to the style for sale. Why are there so many antiques in

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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Chrome

American Desk Armchair, 1970

H 31.89 in W 27.96 in D 23.63 in

Desk Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty , 1900, France, Wood

By Louis Majorelle

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Desk Style: Art Nouveau or Modernism or Jugendstil Year: 1900 Materials :wood. We have specialized

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Desk Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty , 1900, France, Wood

H 31.5 in W 30.71 in D 49.22 in

Desk in Wood, 1920, Sign: Made in France 7382

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk Sign: Made in France 7382 Year: 1920 It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Desk in Wood, 1920, Sign: Made in France 7382

H 29.14 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in

Art Deco Desks in Wood, 1930, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Material: wood It is an elegant and sophisticated dream

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Art Deco Desks in Wood, 1930, Made in France

H 43.31 in W 30.32 in D 16.54 in

Desk, 1950, Materials: Wood and Bronze, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1940 Material: Wood and bronze It is an elegant and sophisticated

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Desk, 1950, Materials: Wood and Bronze, Made in France

H 30.71 in W 51.19 in D 22.84 in

Desk Art Deco in Wood, 1930, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Material: wood It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Desk Art Deco in Wood, 1930, Made in France

H 32.29 in W 52.76 in D 36.62 in

Desk Art Deco, 1920, France, Materials: Wood and Bronze

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk Style: Art Deco Year 1920 Wood and bronze Finish: polyurethanic lacquer. It is an

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Desk Art Deco, 1920, France, Materials: Wood and Bronze

H 29.53 in W 22.84 in D 36.62 in

France Desk Art Deco, 1920, Materials, Wood and Chrome

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French desk style: Art Deco Year 1920 Material: Wood and chrome It is an elegant and sophisticated

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

France Desk Art Deco, 1920, Materials, Wood and Chrome

H 32.29 in W 34.45 in D 56.3 in

Desk Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty - Attributed Louis Majorelle - 1900

By Louis Majorelle

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Desk Attributed Louis Majorelle Style: Art Nouveau or Modernism or Jugendstil Year: 1900 Materials

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Desk Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty - Attributed Louis Majorelle - 1900

H 45.67 in W 22.84 in D 35.83 in

Large Solid Mahogany Victorian Gillows Serpentine Partners Desk, circa 1870

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Dorking, GB

This superb shaped pedestal partners desk was made in the Victorian period of about 1870. It was

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Large Solid Mahogany Victorian Gillows Serpentine Partners Desk, circa 1870

H 30 in W 68 in D 42 in

Desk Style Art Deco in Wood, 1940, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1940 It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The quality

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Desk Style Art Deco in Wood, 1940, Made in France

H 30.32 in W 58.27 in D 29.53 in

Early 20th Century Desk & Chairs Tuscan Renaissance by Dini & Puccini - Cascina

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Antique desk with three chairs Tuscany Renaissance in the early 20th century carved walnut. Desk

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Desks and Writing ...

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Walnut, Leather

Early 20th Century Desk & Chairs Tuscan Renaissance by Dini & Puccini - Cascina

H 32 in W 67 in D 32 in

Desk Art Deco in Wood from France 1930 " Free Shipping in Florida "

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

(AIFAF)" Desk Year 1930 French Wood and chrome Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is an elegant and

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Desk Art Deco in Wood from France 1930 " Free Shipping in Florida "

H 31.5 in W 36.62 in D 74.81 in

Desk Art Deco, 1940, Materials: Wood and Bronze, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1940 Material: Wood and bronze It is an elegant and

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Desk Art Deco, 1940, Materials: Wood and Bronze, Made in France

H 31.5 in W 43.31 in D 31.5 in

Desk Art Deco, 1940, Materials: Wood and Bronze, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1940 Material: Wood and bronze It is an elegant and

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Desk Art Deco, 1940, Materials: Wood and Bronze, Made in France

H 29.93 in W 56.7 in D 20.08 in

Desk Art Deco in Wood from France 1920 " Free Shipping in Florida "

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

(AIFAF)" Desk Year 1920 French Wood and chrome Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is an elegant and

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Desk Art Deco in Wood from France 1920 " Free Shipping in Florida "

H 31.11 in W 62.6 in D 23.63 in

France Desk Art Deco, 1950, France, Material: Wood Attributed to Jean Souvrain

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk Style: Art Deco Year 1940 Wood and bronze Finish: polyurethanic lacquer. It is an

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

France Desk Art Deco, 1950, France, Material: Wood Attributed to Jean Souvrain

H 32.29 in W 23.63 in D 60.24 in

Desk Style Art Deco in Wood and chrome, 1940, Made in Germany

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Only the wood is restored, not the chrome metal It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Desk Style Art Deco in Wood and chrome, 1940, Made in Germany

H 29.93 in W 51.19 in D 30.71 in

Desk Style Art Deco in Wood and chrome, 1940, Made in Germany

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Only the wood is restored, not the chrome metal It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Desk Style Art Deco in Wood and chrome, 1940, Made in Germany

H 31.5 in W 55.12 in D 25.6 in

Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco desk chair Wood Year: 1930 Country: France If you are looking for a desk chair to match

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Wood

Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, 1930

H 35.44 in W 22.84 in D 18.12 in

Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, 1920

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco desk chair Country: France If you are looking for a desk chair to match your desk, we

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Wood

Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, 1920

H 31.5 in W 22.05 in D 21.26 in

Eugenio Quarti desk, Chair and Trah in Style Liberty or Art Nouveau, Jugestails

By Eugenio Quarti

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Eugenio Quarti (Desk , chair and Trash ) Style: Liberty or Art Nouveau or Modernism or Jugendstil

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Eugenio Quarti desk, Chair and Trah in Style Liberty or Art Nouveau, Jugestails

H 40.95 in W 18.51 in D 35.44 in

Italian Desk from the 60s

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Red lacquered wood desk from the 60s, Italian. Desk 1960s Country: Italian Finish: polyurethanic

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Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

Italian Desk from the 60s

H 30.71 in W 39.38 in D 23.63 in

Big Desk Art Deco in Wood and Parchment, with 3 Drawers, 1930, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Material: wood and parchment leather It is an elegant and

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Parchment Paper, Wood

Big Desk Art Deco in Wood and Parchment, with 3 Drawers, 1930, Made in France

H 29.93 in W 74.81 in D 35.44 in

Italian Desk from the 60s

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Red lacquered wood desk from the 60s, Italian. Desk 1960s Country: Italian Finish: polyurethanic

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Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

Italian Desk from the 60s

H 30.32 in W 21.66 in D 48.04 in

50° Desk Italian, Material, Wood

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

wood desk from the 50s, Italian. Desk 1950s Country: Italian Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is

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Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

50° Desk Italian, Material, Wood

H 30.32 in W 31.5 in D 42.92 in

Desk in Wood Italian, 1950

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Wood desk from the 50s, Italian. Desk 1950s Country: Italian Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is

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Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

Desk in Wood Italian, 1950

H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 38.98 in

50° Desk in Wood Italian

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Wood desk from the 50s, Italian. Desk 1950s Country: Italian Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is

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Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

50° Desk in Wood Italian

H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 38.98 in

Joaquim Tenreiro Bloch writing desk Brazil 1965

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Beautiful Bloch writing desk designed by Joaquim Tenreiro and manufactured in Brazil 1965. This

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Rosewood

Joaquim Tenreiro Bloch writing desk Brazil 1965

H 28.75 in W 57.49 in D 27.56 in

Desk Chair in Leather and Wood, Style: Art Deco, France, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco Armchair Wood and leather Year: 1930 Country: France If you are looking for a desk chair

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Wood, Leather

Desk Chair in Leather and Wood, Style: Art Deco, France, 1930

H 42.72 in W 23.04 in D 22.05 in

Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, Material Wood and Leather, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco desk chair Material: leather and wood Year: 1930 Country: France If you are looking for a

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, Material Wood and Leather, 1930

H 32.68 in W 22.45 in D 22.05 in

Italian Desk in Wood from the 50s

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Wood desk from the 50s, Italian. Desk 1950s Country: Italian Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is

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Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

Italian Desk in Wood from the 50s

H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 47.25 in

Art Déco German Silvered Metal Pen Tray and Inkwell Decorative Desk Stand by WMF

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in North Miami, FL

Art Déco german silvered/plated metal pen tray and inkwell decorative desk stand by

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Inkwells

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Metal, Silver, Silver Plate

Art Déco German Silvered Metal Pen Tray and Inkwell Decorative Desk Stand by WMF

H 3 in W 14 in D 8 in

Italian Red Lacquered Wood Desk from the 50s

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Red lacquered wood desk from the 50s, Italian. Desk 1950s Country: Italian Materials: Red

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Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

Italian Red Lacquered Wood Desk from the 50s

H 31.11 in W 21.66 in D 47.64 in

Red Lacquered Wood Desk from the 50s, Italian

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Red lacquered wood desk from the 50s, Italian. Desk 1950s Country: Italian Materials: Red

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Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

Red Lacquered Wood Desk from the 50s, Italian

H 31.11 in W 23.23 in D 38.98 in

50° Desk at the Alvear Palace Hotel in Argentina

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Wood desk from the 50s, One drawer is fixed, it was used to hide a safe underneath We have

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Vintage 1950s Argentine Space Age Desks

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Wood

50° Desk at the Alvear Palace Hotel in Argentina

H 29.53 in W 43.31 in D 23.63 in

Set of 2 Antique Glass Paperweights, Belgium

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

are hand blown by Belgium craftsmen in the glass factory when they had left glass at the end of the

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Antique 19th Century Belgian Louis XVI Paperweights

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Blown Glass

Set of 2 Antique Glass Paperweights, Belgium

H 4.34 in Dm 2.76 in

Original Antique French Vintage Bienaise Draughtsman Swivel Chair

By Bienaise

Located in Stockbridge, GB

been seen across many industrial French factories in the mid-century. This is a solid chair with the

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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Original Antique French Vintage Bienaise Draughtsman Swivel Chair

H 31.89 in W 19.69 in D 14.97 in

Original Antique French Vintage Bienaise Draughtsman Swivel Chair

By Bienaise

Located in Stockbridge, GB

been seen across many industrial French factories in the mid-century. This is a solid chair with the

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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Original Antique French Vintage Bienaise Draughtsman Swivel Chair

H 31.89 in W 19.69 in D 14.97 in

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Find many varieties of an authentic antique factory desk available at 1stDibs. An antique factory desk — often made from wood, metal and chrome — can elevate any home. Find 196 options for an antique or vintage antique factory desk now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without an antique factory desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An antique factory desk is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, industrial and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. A well-made antique factory desk has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Globe Wernicke, Grand Rapids Furniture Co. and Ercol are consistently popular.

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Questions About Antique Factory Desk

What are antique desks called?
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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.
What is an antique Davenport desk?
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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.
How much is my antique secretary desk worth?
1 Answer
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.
How do I know if my antique roll top desk?
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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.
How do I know if my roll top desk is antique?
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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.