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1900s Sikes Furniture Walnut & Leather Upholstered Desk Chair
By Sykes Furniture Company
Located in Germantown, MD
A 1900s Sikes Furniture Company Walnut and Leather Upholstered Seat and back rolling desk chair
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Iron

19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk
By Wooton Desk Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a highly desirable and quite rare 19th century standard grade Wooton desk. This desk
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Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Walnut

Antique 19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk
19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk
H 64.5 in W 41.25 in D 31.25 in
American Indianapolis, Indiana Mahogany Wooton Armoire Desk, circa 1880
By Wooton Desk Co.
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A Wooton desk, produced from 1874 to 1890 in Indianapolis, Indiana Designed by entrepreneur
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Late 19th Century American Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Derby School Paneled Oak Roll Top Desk with Full Interior, C1900
By Derby Desk Company
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique roll top desk offers paneled quarter sawn oak construction with s-top opening to full
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Early 20th Century American Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Oak

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 Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Widdicomb Desk Chippendale
Antique Widdicomb Desk Chippendale
H 29 in W 42 in D 23 in
Antique Regency Writing Table Desk Birds Eye Maple Kidney Shape
By Century Furniture
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A fabulous quality antique kidney shaped writing table by Century Furniture featuring a birds eye
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Early 20th Century American Regency Revival Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Regency Cylinder Desk Mahogany Furniture, 19th Century
Located in Potters Bar, GB
English regency cylinder desk. A very nice quality cylinder desk. Raised upon stylised bracket
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1890s Regency Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Late 19th Century Office Furniture Set - 1 Writing Desk, 1 Table, 3 Armchairs
Located in Lučenec, SK
This is a very stylish and unique office furniture set custom made for an Austrian attorney. It
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1870s Austrian Biedermeier Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Simmons Brushed Steel Sheraton Series Desk Vanity Set
By Simmons Company Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early 20th century, Sheraton Series vanity or desk set by Simmons Company Furniture features an
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Early 20th Century American Sheraton Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Steel

English Adam Satinwood Carlton House Desk
By Carlton House Fine Furniture
Located in New York, NY
19th century English Adam style satinwood Carlton House design desk with painted floral decorative
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19th Century English Adam Style Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Leather, Satinwood

American Victorian Gothic Revival "Carlton House" Desk
By Carlton House Fine Furniture
Located in New York, NY
American Victorian Gothic Revival (mid-19th Century) oak "Carlton House" desk with super structure
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Late 19th Century American Gothic Revival Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Oak

French Empire Style Ormolu Mounted Marble Desk Stand
By Empire Furniture
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning French ormolu mounted Empire style marble desk stand dating from the 19th century. This
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1860s French Empire Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Marble

French Empire Style Ormolu Mounted Marble Desk Stand
French Empire Style Ormolu Mounted Marble Desk Stand
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H 4.73 in W 13.59 in D 6.3 in
A Very Fine Edwardian Carlton House Style Desk
By Carlton House Fine Furniture
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine Edwardian richly patinated and beautifully figured mahogany Carlton House style desk of
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

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 Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Walnut

Fabulous Edwardian Inlaid Desk in the Carlton House Style
By Carlton House Fine Furniture
Located in Dublin, IE
A fabulous Edwardian mahogany desk in the Carlton house style, finely carved, line inlaid and cross
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

19th Century Barley Twist Mahogany Desk Console or Library Table by Imperial
Located in Southampton, NJ
A stunning 19th Century single drawer desk or library console table having turned mahogany legs and
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Late 19th Century American Louis XIII Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Fine Bench Made Carved Mahogany Serpentine Front Dovetail Drawers Vanity Desk
By Drexel, Kittinger, Baker Furniture Company, Heritage-Henredon, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Fine Bench Made Carved Mahogany Serpentine Front Dovetail Drawers Vanity Desk Dressing Table. The
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19th Century American Federal Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Walnut Gothic Revival Drop Front Writing Desk Hastings Furniture Co
By Hastings
Located in Toledo, OH
Antique walnut Gothic Revival drop front writing desk by Hastings Furniture Co. circa 1920's. Hand
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1920s North American Gothic Revival Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Walnut

English Partner Desk, Writing Desk
Located in Berlin, DE
: We hereby confirm that the following working procedure will be carried out for the partner desk
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19th Century English Victorian Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Mahogany, Leather

English Partner Desk, Writing Desk
English Partner Desk, Writing Desk
H 28.35 in W 48.04 in D 30.71 in
Pedestal Desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Twin pedestal desk, the moulded square edge top, inset with inset tooled hide, above one large and
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19th Century British Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Pedestal Desk
Pedestal Desk
H 29.5 in W 48.5 in D 25.5 in
Mahogany Desk
Located in Westport, CT
Black leather panels.
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Mahogany Desk
Mahogany Desk
H 30.38 in W 53 in D 29 in
Mahogany Pedestal Desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Large mahogany pedestal desk the rectangular top with inset leather having tooled border enclosed
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Early 20th Century British Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Mahogany Pedestal Desk
Mahogany Pedestal Desk
H 30.5 in W 60 in D 36 in
Galvanized Writing Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unique writing desk is a rare find. The galvanized metal surface adds an industrial edge to a
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19th Century American Classical Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Steel

Galvanized Writing Desk
Galvanized Writing Desk
H 29 in W 28.5 in D 48 in
English Partner Desk, Writing Desk 1870, Mahogany
Located in Berlin, DE
Massive mahogany teilweise furniert. Balusterförmige Tischbeine. Beidseitig profilierter 2 Schübiger Zargenkasten, gering überstehende Tischplatte. Schreibfläche mit außergewöhnliche...
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19th Century English Victorian Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Mahogany Writing Desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany and fruitwood inlaid ladies writing desk. The superstructure with central shelf flanked by
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Early 20th Century British Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Mahogany Writing Desk
Mahogany Writing Desk
H 36.5 in W 36 in D 21 in
French Directoire Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage French directoire desk. Wonderful shape with inset green leather top. Great storage too
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Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

French Directoire Desk
French Directoire Desk
H 31 in W 60 in D 30 in
Antique Partner Desk
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful antique teak partners desk that can be used from 2 sides. Entirely in very good condition
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1850s Indian Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Teak

Antique Partner Desk
Antique Partner Desk
H 30.32 in W 59.45 in D 35.44 in
Early 20th C. Louis XVI Oval Mahogany Desk Library Table
By Charak Furniture Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
the table renders marvelous multifunction, suitable for various uses including center, desk & library
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Early 20th Century American Louis XVI Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

Maison Lalande Mahogany Library Furniture, Paris, 1890-1900
By Maison Lalande
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fine suite of Empire style ormolu-mounted mahogany library furniture, Maison Lalande, Paris, 1890
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1880s French Furniture Antique Desk

Biedermeier Cigar Desk
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Biedermeier cigar desk made of solid oak with etched glass flip top with interior compartments.
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19th Century Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Oak

Biedermeier Cigar Desk
Biedermeier Cigar Desk
H 33 in W 16.5 in D 14 in
Limbert Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk or Library Table, Newly Restored
By Limbert Dutch Arts and Crafts Furniture Company, Charles Limbert
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts library table or desk. By Charles P. Limbert Co. USA
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Copper

Walnut Davenport Desk
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A fine quality Victorian walnut Davenport desk, incorporating candle slides, a pen tray, a
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1870s English Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Davenport Desk
Walnut Davenport Desk
H 32.68 in W 19.3 in D 25.6 in
Biedermeier Butler Desk
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Biedermeier butler desk made of flamed birchwood, ebonized handles, brass keys. Drop front writing
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19th Century Furniture Antique Desk

Biedermeier Butler Desk
Biedermeier Butler Desk
H 42.5 in W 50.5 in D 26 in
Antique Pedestal Desk
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A fine quality figured mahogany pedestal desk: Good model with raised drawer mouldings, false
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Mid-19th Century English Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Pedestal Desk
Antique Pedestal Desk
H 30.5 in W 48 in D 30 in
Biedermeier Butler Desk
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Biedermeier butler desk made of oak, inlaid ebonized wood, ebonized columns, and brass hardware
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19th Century Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

Biedermeier Butler Desk
Biedermeier Butler Desk
H 46 in W 48.5 in D 32 in
Boulle Writing Desk
Located in New York, NY
Well-proportioned French black lacquer and Boulle writing desk with metal gallery raised back
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19th Century French Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Boulle Writing Desk
Boulle Writing Desk
H 38 in W 31 in D 20 in
Pierre Jeanneret Pigeonhole Desk
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Jeanneret's acclaimed furniture designs for its administrative buildings include the pigeonhole desk
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Mid-19th Century Indian Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Pigeonhole Desk
Pierre Jeanneret Pigeonhole Desk
H 28 in W 48 in D 33 in
Antique Cylinder Front Desk
Located in Naples, FL
This antique cylinder front desk is a stunning piece of furniture that is sure to catch the eye of
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Late 18th Century Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Wood, Mahogany, Oak

Antique Cylinder Front Desk
Antique Cylinder Front Desk
H 46 in W 46 in D 22 in
Antique mahogany campaign desk
Located in Salisbury, GB
Military campaign desk This large Military campaign desk was made in the last quarter of the 19th
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1890s English Campaign Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Antique mahogany campaign desk
Antique mahogany campaign desk
H 30 in W 58.25 in D 31.5 in
Antique oak partner desk
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful antique oak partner desk with 9 drawers on both sides, 1 of which is a double archive
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1910s British Edwardian Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Oak

Antique oak partner desk
Antique oak partner desk
H 30.32 in W 55.91 in D 44.89 in
French Tulipwood Writing Desk
Located in Cheltenham, GB
"Hutton-Clarke Antiques is delighted to present a stunning French Tulipwood Writing Desk, dating
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Mid-19th Century French Rococo Revival Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Tulipwood

French Tulipwood Writing Desk
French Tulipwood Writing Desk
H 29.53 in W 41.74 in D 20.87 in
Empire Desk, France 1830
Located in Leimen, DE
This Empire desk dates back to around 1820-30 and was made in Northern Germany. The spacious desk
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1830s French Empire Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Empire Desk, France 1830
Empire Desk, France 1830
H 29.93 in W 59.45 in D 27.56 in
Mahogany inlaid writing desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany inlaid desk. The top with inset green leather surrounded by a mahogany inlaid border
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Early 20th Century British Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Mahogany inlaid writing desk
Mahogany inlaid writing desk
H 30.5 in W 48 in D 28.5 in
Black Lacquered Desk
Located in New York, NY
Louis XV style black lacquer Bureau plat French 19th century Louis XV style black lacquer Bureau plat, raised on bronze mounted cabriole legs, the scalloped shaped frieze with thr...
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Late 19th Century Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Black Lacquered Desk
Black Lacquered Desk
H 32.5 in W 72.5 in D 30.5 in
19th Century French Desk
Located in Nashville, TN
This is an amazing 19th century French desk! The piece has a simple design with smooth clean lines
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1880s French Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

19th Century French Desk
19th Century French Desk
H 30 in W 39.5 in D 22 in
Antique French Writing Desk
Located in Portland, OR
desk is all of this and more. Estimated to be from the late 1800's-early 1900's this desk showcases all
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Walnut, Oak

Antique French Writing Desk
Antique French Writing Desk
H 30.5 in W 59.25 in D 31.5 in
Renaissance Revival Kneehole Desk
Located in New York, NY
Renaissance Revival kneehole desk, with rectangular walnut top above a white painted two pedestal
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19th Century Renaissance Revival Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Walnut

Renaissance Revival Kneehole Desk
Renaissance Revival Kneehole Desk
H 30 in W 59 in D 19 in
Antique Spanish Colonial Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Spanish Colonial Desk honors the traditional craftsmanship of the Iberian peninsula, with a
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Steel

Antique Spanish Colonial Desk
Antique Spanish Colonial Desk
H 31 in W 79 in D 30 in
1900s French Wooden Desk
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden desk created in 1900s France. Unassuming and sturdily composed, this classic writing desk
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Early 1900s French Country Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

1900s French Wooden Desk
1900s French Wooden Desk
H 33.5 in W 53.5 in D 27.6 in
Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Desk
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5445 Victorian mahogany pedestal desk, having original leather to the top above three frieze
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19th Century English Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Desk
Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Desk
H 31.102 in W 54.331 in D 30.709 in
Mahogany lady’s writing desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany and boxwood strung lady`s writing desk, the raised three quarter gallery above three
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Early 20th Century British Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Mahogany lady’s writing desk
Mahogany lady’s writing desk
H 45 in W 31 in D 16.5 in
Antique Chinese Scholar Desk
Located in Kastrup, DK
3 part Doctor's desk or Scholar desk in Jumu wood from the city of Suzhou in China, approx. 1900
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Metal

Antique Chinese Scholar Desk
Antique Chinese Scholar Desk
H 31.5 in W 53.94 in D 27.17 in
Antique Figured Walnut Inlaid Bureau Desk, Writing Desk, Scotland 1810, H1166
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Figured Walnut Inlaid Bureau Desk, Writing Desk, Scotland 1810, H1166 Scotland 1810 Solid
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1810s Scottish Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Walnut

Georgian Solid Mahogany Desk
Located in Malton, GB
This is a simple very well made Georgian desk. Made from solid mahogany and as far as I can tell
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Late 18th Century Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Solid Mahogany Desk
Georgian Solid Mahogany Desk
H 33.47 in W 53.94 in D 21.26 in
Louis XV Style Desk
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
be used as a small desk.
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Early 1900s French Louis XV Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Bronze

Louis XV Style Desk
Louis XV Style Desk
H 29 in W 39 in D 23 in
Swedish Primitive Country Desk
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedish Primitive Country Desk, Its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints
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1870s Swedish Country Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Swedish Primitive Country Desk
Swedish Primitive Country Desk
H 30 in W 45 in D 25 in
Mahogany Inlaid Cylinder Desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany cylinder desk, the rectangular top section with satinwood edge over an inlaid fall
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Early 20th Century British Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Mahogany Inlaid Cylinder Desk
Mahogany Inlaid Cylinder Desk
H 41 in W 33 in D 19.5 in
Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870
Located in Belmont, MA
Introducing a delightful German Davenport desk dating back to 1870. This small and narrow desk
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1870s German Louis Philippe Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Walnut

Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870
Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870
H 35.44 in W 23.63 in D 19.69 in
Spanish 17th Century Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very handsome 17th century desk - writing table from the Catalan region of Spain. Soundly
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17th Century Spanish Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Chestnut, Walnut

Spanish 17th Century Desk
Spanish 17th Century Desk
H 28.75 in W 47 in D 23.38 in
Victorian Mahogany Partners Desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Victorian mahogany partners desk the rectangular top with inset leather having tooled border
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19th Century British Furniture Antique Desk

Materials

Leather

Victorian Mahogany Partners Desk
Victorian Mahogany Partners Desk
H 30 in W 54 in D 36 in
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Furniture Antique Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the furniture antique desk you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and mahogany, every furniture antique desk was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a furniture antique desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each furniture antique desk bearing Victorian, Georgian or Louis XVI hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made furniture antique desk over the years, but those crafted by Tiffany Studios, Gillows of Lancaster & London and Maple & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Furniture Antique Desk?

The average selling price for a furniture antique desk at 1stDibs is $3,727, while they’re typically $2 on the low end and $1,740,240 for the highest priced.
Questions About Furniture Antique 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers 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
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    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.

  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.