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Charles-Boulle Style Mounted Tortoiseshell Engraved Brass and Ebony Desk, 1900
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Florence, IT
Charles- Boulle style ormolu-mounted tortoiseshell engraved brass and ebony finish desk. Center or
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Early 20th Century French Baroque Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Antique Figured Walnut Inlaid Bureau Desk, Writing Desk, Scotland 1810, H1166
Located in Vancouver, BC
Walnut Original finish Rectangular top Cross banded fall front The interior of the desk has a wonderful
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1810s Scottish Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Walnut

Antique Widdicomb Desk Chippendale
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Antique Widdicomb Chippendale Desk Made
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Early 20th Century Chippendale Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Widdicomb Desk Chippendale
Antique Widdicomb Desk Chippendale
H 29 in W 42 in D 23 in
18th Century Swedish Rococo Desk
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Fine and rather unusual 18th century Swedish rococo desk in it's original finish with one lid to
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18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Pine

Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Desk
18th Century Swedish Rococo Desk
H 30.32 in W 49.61 in D 29.53 in
19th CENTURY LOUIS PHILIPPE DESK
Located in Firenze, FI
This desk is a refined piece of furniture made entirely of solid and feather walnut. The table top
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Early 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Finish Desk

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Wood, Nutwood

Antique 19th CENTURY LOUIS PHILIPPE DESK
19th CENTURY LOUIS PHILIPPE DESK
H 29.34 in W 53.75 in D 33.67 in
Italian Neoclassical Bleached Walnut Desk
Located in Houston, TX
Italian neoclassical bleached walnut desk circa 1825-1845. 19th century walnut veneered desk with
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Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf

19th Century Wooden Partners' Desk
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A very handsome 19th century partners' desk with five drawers. The finish is natural wood, with
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19th Century French Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Bronze

Antique 19th Century Wooden Partners' Desk
19th Century Wooden Partners' Desk
H 29.93 in W 57.09 in D 31.5 in
Maple & Co Mahogany Pedestal Desk
By Maple & Co.
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
desk retains its original finish which has been cleaned and revived, all in excellent home ready
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Early 20th Century Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Maple & Co Mahogany Pedestal Desk
Maple & Co Mahogany Pedestal Desk
H 31.1 in W 48.03 in D 27.56 in
18th century walnut knee Hole desk
Located in Penzance, GB
This is a really nice 18th century figured walnut Knee Hole desk .This desk has oak linings, cock
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Early 18th Century English Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Walnut

Antique 18th century walnut knee Hole desk
18th century walnut knee Hole desk
H 29 in W 30 in D 18.5 in
Superb Sheraton Revival Satinwood Desk
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
brass castors, all polished to each side enabling free standing. This antique desk is in exceptional
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1890s English Sheraton Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Satinwood

Superb Sheraton Revival Satinwood Desk
Superb Sheraton Revival Satinwood Desk
H 36.23 in W 28.75 in D 23.63 in
Late 19th Century Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Fine Quality Late 19th Century Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk, or Dressing Table, Having Attractive
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Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Finish Desk

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Mahogany

Late 19th Century Kidney Shaped Desk
Late 19th Century Kidney Shaped Desk
H 28.5 in W 50 in D 25 in
19th Century American Chippendale Writing Desk
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Nashville, TN
This 19th century American chippendale desk is a true masterpiece that will make a statement in any
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1880s American Chippendale Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Arts and Crafts Desk in Oak
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5363 Stylish Arts and Crafts solid oak desk, having oversailing top and a frieze drawer above
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Late 19th Century Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Oak

Arts and Crafts Desk in Oak
Arts and Crafts Desk in Oak
H 29.528 in W 48.031 in D 27.953 in
18th Century Country French Child's Desk
Located in Winter Park, FL
A late 18th century Country French child size desk, made of solid cherry. Beautifully crafted with
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Late 18th Century French French Provincial Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Cherry

18th Century Country French Child's Desk
18th Century Country French Child's Desk
H 31 in W 28.5 in D 23.25 in
Antique 1900's Rosewood Empire Secretary Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
28” x 15.5” x 38.5”H; desk height 28” Gorgeous Empire-style rosewood secretary desk from the turn
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Early 1900s American American Empire Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Rosewood

Writing Table, Desk Louis XVI Late 1700
Located in Roveredo In Piano, IT
supported by spiked legs. The desk has been disinfected by woodworms and has been restored (cleaning
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18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Writing Table, Desk Louis XVI Late 1700
Writing Table, Desk Louis XVI Late 1700
H 31.11 in W 39.38 in D 27.96 in
19th Century Spanish Baroque Oak Desk, Console
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
19th century Spanish antique oak desk, writting table with two drawers. This elegant console was
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Late 19th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Spanish Baroque Oak Desk, Console
19th Century Spanish Baroque Oak Desk, Console
H 28.75 in W 39.38 in D 23.23 in
Small Neoclassical Desk, Northern Germany, 1810-20
Located in Belmont, MA
This small Neoclassical Desk or side table dates back to around 1810-20. the rectangular table has
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Early 19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Finish Desk

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Mahogany

19th Century Spanish Baroque Oak Desk - Console
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
19th Century Spanish antique oak desk, writting table with two drawers. This elegant console was
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Late 19th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Finish Desk

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Walnut

19th Century Spanish Baroque Oak Desk - Console
19th Century Spanish Baroque Oak Desk - Console
H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 29.53 in
Antique Country French Walnut Desk ~ Writing Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Walnut Desk ~ Writing Table is a classic piece with understated elegance
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Early 20th Century French Country Antique Finish Desk

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Brass

Antique French Renaissance Walnut Desk ~ Bureau Plat
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Renaissance walnut desk ~ Bureau plat was found along the southern coast of France
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Early 20th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Bronze

Superb Turn of the Century Pedestal Desk
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
polished and brass lined to each side enabling free standing. This antique desk retains its original finish
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Early 20th Century French Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Superb Turn of the Century Pedestal Desk
Superb Turn of the Century Pedestal Desk
H 31.102 in W 57.087 in D 31.496 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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1920s French Art Deco Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Wood

French Desk Art Deco, 1920, Materials: Wood
French Desk Art Deco, 1920, Materials: Wood
H 42.13 in W 16.15 in D 33.08 in
Exhibition Quality Mahogany Cylinder Desk, Maple & Co
By Maple & Co.
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
fantastic desk retains its original finish, colour and patina, all in home ready condition. c1890 H43.5"-max
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Late 19th Century English Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Pine Standing Desk with Slant Top, Denmark, 1890s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Antique Danish slant top desk, circa 1890s. Made for a rural schoolmaster, this pine desk retains
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1890s Danish Country Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Pine

19th Century Dutch Renaissance Desk ~ Writing Table
Located in Dallas, TX
finish. The "front" and "back" of the desk are carved the same, but drawers access only from the "back
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Mid-19th Century Dutch Renaissance Revival Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Brass

Original Walnut Queen Anne Secretary Desk /Bureau
Located in Pomona, CA
An original Queen Anne period writing desk, circa 1720. Fantastic patina on it's original walnut
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Early 18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Wood

Late Victorian Carlton House Desk in Satinwood
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Neoclassical inlaid sides and polished back enable free standing. The desk retains its original finish which
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19th Century British Sheraton Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Satinwood

Late Victorian Carlton House Desk in Satinwood
Late Victorian Carlton House Desk in Satinwood
H 36.23 in W 48.23 in D 25.2 in
19th century Chinese canton black lacquered desk cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Chinese canton black lacquered desk cabinet, circa 1830. Stunning quality Chinese
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Finish Desk

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Alabaster

Eclectic 19th century carved walnut desk and chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century carved walnut desk and chair circa 1880. Superb quality desk with original chair made
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Late 19th Century Swedish Aesthetic Movement Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Brass

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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1920s French Art Deco Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Wood

France Desk Art Deco, 1920, Material: Wood
France Desk Art Deco, 1920, Material: Wood
H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 59.06 in
19th Century French Walnut Writing Desk Side Table
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
decorative supports on sculpted cross stretcher. An unusual heavy pewter finish drawer handle. The table has
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Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Walnut

Antique English Georgian Walnut Slant Front Secretary Desk
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An antique slant front secretary desk with graduated drawers (one over two short, over two long
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Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Finish Desk

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Leather, Walnut

Early 20th C. Louis XVI Petite Desk/ Writing Table
Located in East Hampton, NY
A wonderful early 20th Century French Louis XVI style writing desk in ebonized black finish
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Leather, Wood

French Bonheur-du-jour (Desk), Late 18th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French painted wood small-sized writing desk from the turn of the 18th and 19th century. This
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18th Century French Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Wood

Boulle Desk In Marquetry And Gilt Bronze, 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Beautiful center desk, in Boulle marquetry and gilded bronze ornamentation: mascarons, chiseled
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Bronze

Stunning Inlaid Mahogany Marquetry Bronze Mounted Directoire French Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This desk is absolutely stunning with gorgeous mahogany done in marquetry inlay and bright bronze
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1920s French Directoire Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Louis XV Style Table Desk, Painted
Located in Houston, US
delicate scroll work, the table is antiqued to a finish appropriate and relative to the age of the desk
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Pine

French Louis XV Desk Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful French Louis XV desk chair. Original frame finish and cushion seat. Beautiful original
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Wood

French Louis XV Desk Chair
French Louis XV Desk Chair
H 37 in W 18 in D 17 in
19th Century Louis XV Style Leather Top French Desk
Located in Houston, TX
The 19th Century Louis XV Style Leather Top French Desk is a remarkable and ornate antique piece
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Leather, Wood, Paint

19th Century French Louis XIV Writing Table, Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis XIV writing table ~ desk is a handsome piece that is perfect for adding a
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1890s French Louis XIV Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Oak

19th Century Neoclassical Style English Oak Library Table Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
craftsmanship. The oak has a lovely aged patina on the finish. The desk is finished on all sides.
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19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Brass

Vintage Regency Palma Desk Chair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Regency desk chair. Made by the Palma group in NYC. A chic high Bach chair with
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Early 17th Century American Regency Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Regency Palma Desk Chair
Vintage Regency Palma Desk Chair
H 43 in W 24.5 in D 18 in
English Victorian Mahogany 19th Century Wash Stand or Desk
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
table, kitchen table or desk. Dimensions (cm): 96 H (76 to top surface) x 115 W x 52 D Condition
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Late 19th Century European Antique Finish Desk

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Mahogany

19th Century Country French Provincial Walnut Writing Table Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome 19th century country French provincial diminutive writing table or desk carved from walnut
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Desk. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
finish. Vienna, c. 1825 The desk will be a great complement to any elegant interior. It does not matter
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Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Oak Double Pedestal Desk, Leather Top, Scotland 1910
Located in Vancouver, BC
Original finish Freestanding pedestal desk With original brown leather top Eight dovetailed drawers with
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Early 20th Century Scottish Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Oak

19th Century Oak Lawyer's Secretary Step Back Flat Top Desk
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a great looking antique desk with plenty of organizing space and storage but there is
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Oak

Empire Mahogany Desk With Hunter Green Leather Top, Circa 1930
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Empire mahogany desk with tooled hunter green leather top. The desk with bronze banding and trim
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Early 20th Century American Empire Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Empire Style Gold Leaf Library Table / Desk
Located in Houston, TX
This 19th Century Empire Style Gold Leaf Library Table/Desk is a truly exquisite piece of furniture
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19th Century French Empire Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Gold Leaf

Early 19th Century Folk Art Side Table or Desk, Scandinavia
Located in Miami, FL
Spanish Rectangular Folk Art Table or Desk. The table has tonnes of charm, wear and tear to the
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Late 19th Century Spanish Country Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Pine

Early 1900's Antique Venetian, Burled, Walnut, Mirrored, Secretary / Desk!!
Located in Austin, TX
Century!! This antique secretary desk exudes Venetian elegance with its burled walnut finish and mirrored
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Early 20th Century Italian Other Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Dickens Pedestal Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a truly superb antique Victorian Period burr walnut Dickens pedestal desk, circa 1880 in
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1880s English Victorian Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Walnut

A Biedermeier Antique Writing Cylinder Bureau/Desk with Drawers c1880
Located in Oak Park, MI
A sophisticated antique Danish (?) cylinder bureau desk with drawers. A great piece! Rare
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Mid-19th Century British Biedermeier Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Folk Art Side Table or Desk, Scandinavia
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Danish or Swedish Rectangular Folk Art Table or Desk. The table has tonnes of charm, wear and tear
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Early 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Antique Finish Desk

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Pine

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Partners Pedestal Desk 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a fine and very rare antique Victorian burr walnut twin pedestal partners desk, Circa 1860
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1860s English Victorian Antique Finish Desk

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Walnut

Antique French Empire Revival Ormolu Mounted Desk, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite French Empire Revival pedestal desk, circa 1880 in date. This desk has been
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1880s French Empire Revival Antique Finish Desk

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Ormolu

Victorian Office Chair / Desk Chair
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5283 Victorian office chair or desk chair, having shaped back rail with carved centre splat and
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Late 19th Century Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Wood

Victorian Office Chair / Desk Chair
Victorian Office Chair / Desk Chair
H 36.22 in W 23.228 in D 24.803 in
19th Century English William IV Fruitwood Writing Table or Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome 19th century English William IV writing table or desk crafted from mixed fruitwood and oak
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19th Century English William IV Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century Swedish Carved Wood Desk Table with Drawer
Located in Atlanta, GA
used as a desk (giving clearance for seating in front.) This rustic piece has a natural wood finish
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19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Finish Desk

Materials

Metal

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Antique Finish Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique finish desk available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and mahogany, every antique finish desk was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an antique finish desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each antique finish desk bearing Victorian, Louis XVI or louis xv hallmarks is very popular. L.C. Smith & Corona Typewriters Inc, Tiffany Studios and Gillows of Lancaster & London each produced at least one beautiful antique finish desk that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Finish Desk?

An antique finish desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,193, while the lowest priced sells for $50 and the highest can go for as much as $939,818.
Questions About Antique Finish Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The metallic finish known as antique bronze boasts a profound, dark chocolate finish that nearly approaches black. The antique bronze color is primarily a color from the brown color family.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique copper finish refers to the natural tarnishing or ‘patina’ that a copper piece acquires over time. It also refers to the green color some vintage copper pieces take on. You’ll find a large collection of antique copper from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not an antique gold finish is real gold or not depends on the item in question. Often, things said to have an "antique gold finish" simply have a gold-toned finish. However, in some cases, the finish may be real gold plating. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of gold decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 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 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.
  • 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.