Edwardian Kidney shaped writing desk
Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB
Very good quality early 20th century mahogany and inlaid writing desk English circa 1900 with
Mahogany
Edwardian Shapland & Petter Mahogany Kidney Shaped Writing Desk c1900
By Shapland & Petter
Located in High Peak, GB
ST057 Edwardian Shapland & Petter mahogany kidney shaped writing table/desk, with original black
Mahogany
Antique Fine Burr Walnut Kidney Shaped Writing Desk Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine quality 19th century Victorian antique burr walnut freestanding kidney shaped writing desk
Walnut
$4,549
H 29.93 in W 43.31 in D 24.81 in
Louis XV-Style Kidney-Shaped Writing Desk with Ormolu Mounts, 19th Century
Located in NICE, FR
French Kidney-Shaped Louis XV Style Writing Desk, Late 19th Century A beautifully crafted French
Ormolu
$14,900
H 29.25 in W 43.75 in D 23 in
French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Mahogany, Kingwood and Ormolu Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant French 19th century Louis XVI st. mahogany, kingwood and ormolu kidney shaped writing
Ormolu
$2,861
H 32.68 in W 48.43 in D 23.23 in
19th Century French Kidney-shaped Veneer Writing Desk with Brown Leather Top
Located in Sofia, BG
French kidney-shaped veneer writing table, topped with a leather-covered desk and opening with two
Leather, Wood
$2,427
H 27.96 in W 53.55 in D 18.71 in
Antique English Victorian Rosewood Kidney Shaped Writing Table
Located in Glasgow, GB
A freestanding Victorian rosewood kidney shaped writing or centre table with attractive scroll
Brass
French 19th Century Kidney Shaped Mahogany Writing Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional and large-scale French 19th century kidney-shaped mahogany writing table with one
Ormolu
Lovely Louis XV Style Kidney Shaped Writing Table
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sake this lovely antique walnut and gilt metal mounted kidney shaped
Brass
19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
A fine quality 19th Century inlaid mahogany kidney shaped desk with tulipwood, satinwood and
Mahogany
Antique Burr Walnut Leather Top Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique burr walnut leather top kidney shaped desk. This was made in England, it dates
Leather, Walnut
Victorian Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk by Wolfe & Hollander
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality mahogany and chequer banded kidney shaped desk by Wolfe & Hollander
Mahogany
Early 19th Century Mahogany Kidney Shaped Window or Writing Table
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A charming early 19th century mahogany kidney shaped window or writing table with pieced end
Mahogany
Victorian Mahogany Kidney Shaped Writing Table by Maple & Co., 1890
By Maple & Co.
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A quite exceptional quality late 19th century mahogany kidney shaped writing table, having gilt
Mahogany
$4,916
H 33.47 in W 45.28 in D 20.87 in
Antique Victorian Freestanding Inlaid Burr Walnut Kidney Shaped Writing Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality antique Victorian freestanding inlaid burr walnut kidney shaped writing table having an
Leather, Walnut
19th Century Swedish Kidney Shaped Desk in Original Paint
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th Century Swedish painted kidney shape desk. Having two banks of three graduated drawers
Wood, Paint
A Very Fine Edwardian Leather Top Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine Edwardian mahogany leather top nine drawer kidney shaped desk, of stunning quality
Brass
$11,373
H 30.32 in W 39.38 in D 24.41 in
Louis Majorelle (1859-1926), small kidney-shaped desk, signed, 1900.
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
LOUIS MAJORELLE (1859–1926) A small kidney-shaped desk in mahogany and thuya burl veneer, opening
Wood
$6,359
H 29.93 in W 53.94 in D 22.45 in
Large Antique Edwardian Quality Inlaid Mahogany Freestanding Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in Suffolk, GB
Large Antique Edwardian quality inlaid mahogany freestanding kidney shaped desk having a quality
Other
19th Century French Louis XVI Kidney-Shaped Mahogany Leather Top Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis XVI Kidney-Shaped Mahogany Leather Top Desk is a stunning example of the
Brass
$9,000 / set
H 29.5 in W 56 in D 29 in
Guillaume Grohé, Kidney Shaped Desk and Chair, Leather, Bronze, France, 19th c.
By Guillaume Grohe
Located in Stamford, CT
Guillaume Grohé, Louis XVI Style, Bean Shaped Desk and Desk Chair, Mahogany, Leather, Bronze
Bronze
$114,427
H 29 in W 51.5 in D 28 in
Fine Quality Victorian Kidney-Shaped Desk in Richly Figured Walnut by Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A fine quality Victorian kidney-shaped desk in richly figured burr walnut by Gillows, the leather
Walnut
Lovely Mid-Victorian Burr Walnut Kidney Shaped Table
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sale this lovely mid-Victorian burr walnut kidney shaped stretcher table
Leather, Walnut
Swedish Art Nouveau Style Oak Writing Desk
Located in Madrid, ES
Kidney-shaped oak writing desk with double chest of drawers with 8 drawers on each side. Wrought
Iron
$2,495
H 30.25 in W 43.25 in D 23 in
Romweber Style French Provincial Louis XV Carved Satinwood Vanity, Circa 1920s
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style kidney shaped vanity or ladies writing desk In the
Brass
Unavailable
H 30.32 in W 48.43 in D 27.56 in
Rare Pair of Mahogany Kidney Shaped Writing Desks by Waring and Gillow
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Poling, West Sussex
A rare and splendid pair of kidney shaped writing desks by the renowned cabinet makers Waring and
Mahogany
English Kidney-Shaped Writing table
Located in Sheffield, MA
Regency mahogany kidney-shaped writing table with a single frieze drawer, opposing dummy drawer
Mahogany, Leather
Burr Walnut Kidney Shaped Antique Desk
Located in Antrim, GB
Magnificent burr walnut kidney shaped antique desk with Davenport type top incorporated. Green
Walnut
Antique Burr Walnut Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in Antrim, GB
Fabulous antique burr walnut kidney shaped desk with davenport top incorporated Two drawers over
Walnut
Regency amboyna and giltwood kidney shaped writing table
Located in London, GB
Regency amboyna and giltwood kidney shaped writing table in the manner of Seddon and with gilt
Amboyna, Giltwood
Walnut Ormolu Mounted Kidney Shaped Antique Desk
Located in Antrim, GB
Magnificent inlaid burr walnut ormolu mounted kidney shaped antique desk with two drawers. {Tooled
Walnut
Unavailable
H 29.5 in W 36.5 in D 21.25 in
19th Century Kingwood Freestanding Kidney Shaped Ladies Writing Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
An elegant superb quality 19th century kingwood freestanding kidney shaped ladies writing desk (or
Ormolu
Unavailable
H 30 in W 48.25 in D 24.5 in
French Louis XV Petite Kidney-Shaped Writing Table, Paris, 1780
Located in Chicago, IL
French transitional period kidney-shaped desk. 18th century French transitional design between
Bronze
Unavailable
H 28 in W 40.75 in D 21 in
English Regency Period Satinwood Kidney Shaped Writing Table with Leather Inlay
Located in Wells, ME
English Regency period satinwood kidney shaped writing table with pedestal ends and saber legs
Leather, Satinwood
Antique Inlaid and Marquetry Burr Walnut Kidney Shaped Table Desk
Located in Antrim, GB
Super quality antique inlaid and marquetry burr walnut kidney shaped table desk Surmounted with
Walnut
Unavailable
H 29 in W 48 in D 23 in
William IV Kidney Shaped Writing Table with Carved Giltwood and White Painted
By George Morant
Located in London, GB
A rare William IV period kidney shaped writing table with carved giltwood decoration and white
Wood, Giltwood
Unavailable
H 28.5 in W 42.25 in D 20 in
Rare Antique French Empire Brass-Bound Mahogany Kidney-Shaped Table, circa 1815
Located in Houston, TX
Antique French Empire mahogany kidney-shaped writing table; having a rectangular scalloped top with
19th Century Burr Walnut Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in Edenbridge, Kent
An outstanding burr walnut kidney shaped pedestal kneehole writing desk with a brass gallery. The
Walnut
Unavailable
H 52.25 in W 55.5 in D 26.5 in
French Kidney-Shaped, Ormolu-Mounted Writing Desk, France, circa 1880
By Maison Millet
Located in Pasadena, CA
. The kidney-shaped top inset with a gilt-tooled black leather writing surface and surmounted by a
Bronze, Ormolu
Unavailable
H 31 in W 42 in D 20 in
Antique French Louis XVI Style Kidney Shaped Painted Vanity or Writing Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage hand painted ladies vanity or writing desk kidney shaped, delicate cabriole legs, antique
Wood
Antique Russian Style Inlaid Kidney Shaped Writing Desk
Located in New York, NY
Antique Russian Style Inlaid Kidney Shaped Writing Desk Stock Number: F69
Sold
H 34 in W 46 in L 34 in
Antique French Louis XVI Style Kidney Shaped Writing Desk Painted Vanity Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XVI style kidney shaped writing desk or vanity table. Item features a unique
Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Burr Walnut Kidney Shaped Writing Desk
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
A top quality Victorian burr walnut kidney shaped desk in the manner of Gillows. The top having a
Walnut
Victorian Rosewood Kidney Shaped Writing Table
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Victorian Rosewood Kidney-Shaped Writing Desk Item Code: 1073 A fine quality Victorian rosewood
Rosewood
19th Century English Kidney Shape Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Phenomenal 19th century English kidney-shaped writing desk with inset leather top. The single
Wood
Walnut kidney shaped writing table
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut and marquetry kidney-shaped writing table in the manner of Holland & Sons. The shaped top is
Walnut
Kingwood Kidney Shaped Writing Table
Located in Cheshire, GB
French kingwood ladies writing table the raised pierced brass gallery to the kidney-shaped top
Kingwood
French Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A French Louis XVI style kidney-shaped desk with book-matched kingwood veneer and the original
Brass
Edwardian Satinwood Kidney Shaped Writing Table
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Edwardian satinwood kidney shaped desk, having a quality green leather
Satinwood
Antique Rosewood Kidney Shaped Writing Table
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Simply Stunning Quality William IV Period Kidney Shaped Writing Table Having Leather Top Above
Mahogany
Carved mahogany kidney shaped desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Carved mahogany kidney-shaped kneehole writing desk, having a tooled leather inset top over an
Wood
Antique Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Stunning Quality Late 19th Century Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk Having Inset Leather Top Above
Antique Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Magnificent Quality Late 19th Century Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk, The Leather Inset Top With
English Kidney Shaped Kneehole Writing Desk of Mahogany with Leather Top
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English kidney shaped kneehole writing desk from the Edwardian era, featuring a demi-lune
Metal, Brass
Edwardian Flame Mahogany Kidney Shaped Writing Table
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Edwardian Flame Mahogany Kidney-Shaped Writing Table Item Code: 1386 A striking early 20th-century
Mahogany
Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Kidney Shaped Writing Table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
VICTORIAN INLAID MAHOGANY KIDNEY SHAPED WRITING TABLE WITH ONE DRAWER
Mahogany
A Regency Rosewood Kidney Shaped Writing Table
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A regency period rosewood lyre eneded kidney shaped writing table, with brass lyres and leathered
Brass
Louis XV Style Kidney Shaped Writing Table.
Located in Buchanan, MI
Diminutive Louis XV style kidney shaped vanity or writing table, burled elm with rosewood inlay
Rosewood
Louis XV Style Kidney Shaped Writing Table.
Located in Buchanan, MI
Diminutive Louis XV style kidney shaped vanity or writing table, burled elm with rosewood inlay
Walnut, Rosewood
George III Kidney Shaped Open Writing Table
Located in Altrincham, GB
George III Kidney Shaped Open Writing Table with High Stretcher between End Supports on Sabre Legs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Flame Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in London, GB
This antique kidney shaped table is fabulous quality and could be used for a desk or dressing table
Mahogany
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
Mahogany
Early Victorian Lady’s Rosewood Kidney-Shaped Writing Table
Located in Cheshire, GB
Victorian lady’s rosewood writing table, the kidney-shaped top with pierced love heart design
19th Century Victorian Walnut Kidney Shaped Writing Table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
A lovely quality 19th century inlaid walnut ladies writing table, the kidney shaped top with rear
Walnut
Sold
H 29.5 in W 26 in D 15 in
French Louis XV Walnut Kidney Shaped Vanity or Ladies Writing Desk With Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style kidney shaped petite vanity or ladies writing desk with
Brass
Antique Edwardian Leather Top Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Edwardian leather top kidney shaped desk. It was made in England, it dates from
Leather, Wood
French Inlaid Kidney Shaped Desk C.1910
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
French inlaid kidney shaped desk with book-matched veneered panels and crossbanding. Finished on
Brass
Antique 19th Century Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A very good quality late 19th century mahogany kidney shaped desk having Inset leather top above
Boxwood, Mahogany
Antique Mahogany Leather Top Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique kidney shaped desk in mahogany, with an inset leather top, dating from around
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Edwardian Leather Top Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Edwardian leather top kidney shaped desk. It was made in England, it dates from
Leather, Wood
Antique Louis XVI Kidney Shaped Marquetry Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
intricate casework in kidney shape was formed, with drawer facades that conform to the curvatures with
19th Century Victorian Figured Walnut Kidney shaped Writing Table
Located in Richmond, Surrey
A very good quality 19th Century Victorian Figured Walnut Kidney shaped Writing Table, the top
Walnut
Late Regency Gillows Gonçalo Alves Kidney Shaped Writing Table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Benington, Herts
A rare late Regency / George IV Gonçalo Alves kidney shaped fitted writing table firmly attributed
Zebra Wood
Romantic French Kidney Shaped Louis XVI Desk
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Exquisitely aged and distressed, original painted carved wood and cream tooled leather top with gold. 3 drawers on each side open/ swing out to make an interesting design.
Wood
19TH CENTURY MAHOGANY KIDNEY SHAPED DESK CIRCA 1890
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19TH CENTURY MAHOGANY KIDNEY SHAPED DESK CIRCA 1890 INLAID WITH SATINWOOD AND
Mahogany
Napoleon III Burl Olive Wood Kidney Shaped Writing / Poudre Table
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique Continental Louis XV style burl olive wood kidney shaped writing / poudre table, late 19th
Glass, Olive
19th Century Burr Walnut and Marquetry Kidney Shaped Writing Table
Located in Cheshire, GB
19th century burr walnut and Marquetry kidney-shaped table the raised three quarter brass gallery
Walnut
French Louis XV Style Kidney-Shaped Satinwood Desk
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A good quality late 19th-early 20th century Louis XV style writing table with original embossed
19th Century Carved Inlaid Walnut Kidney Shaped Desk Table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Excellent Quality Kidney Shaped Writing Table, Featuring 2 Ink Wells And Pen Tray. Floral Inlay
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Kidney Shaped Desk
By François Linke
Located in Tarzana, CA
A charming 19th century French Louis XVI style gilt bronze-mounted kidney shaped and parquetry
Bronze
A Victorian Walnut Kidney Shaped Desk Or Dressing Table
Located in London, GB
A Most Elegant Victorian Walnut Kidney-Shaped Desk or Dressing Table. This exquisite piece
Walnut
Sold
H 30.32 in W 48.04 in D 21.66 in
A Victorian Walnut and Feather banded kidney shaped kneehole desk
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
VICTORIAN WALNUT AND FEATHER BANDED KIDNEY SHAPED KNEEHOLE DESK with a replaced tooled leather
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
$4,800Sale Price|58% Off
H 39 in W 49 in D 24 in
English Regency Style Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Carlton House Desk
Located in Vero Beach, FL
English Regency style mahogany and satinwood inlaid Carlton house desk. Circa 1880 rare Carlton House desk, typical for the Regency period, is a beautiful piece of furniture. It i...
Mahogany
$1,996Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 42.25 in D 23 in
Edwardian Style Inlaid Walnut Chinoiserie Style Top Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Edwardian style inlaid walnut desk with chinoiserie style top is a fine example of early 20th-century craftsmanship, blending elegance with functionality. The beautifully curved...
Satinwood, Walnut
$42,500
H 101 in W 164.5 in D 27 in
Antique English Break-Front Bibliotheque Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1870
By S.E. & R. Johnson. Warrington
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A handsome and very well crafted English break-front bookcase or bibliotheque in solid mahogany by S.E. & R. Johnson of Warrington, England, circa 1870. Features six doors with glass...
Mahogany
$3,324
H 29.25 in W 39.75 in D 23.5 in
Antique French Louis XV Style Bronze Mounted Leather Top Desk Signed Billen
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 29 1/4 in W: 39 3/4 in D: 23 1/2 in An outstanding Antique French Louis XV style bronze-mounted leather top desk, dating to the turn of the 20th century and signed ...
Bronze, Ormolu
$9,900Sale Price|47% Off
H 69 in W 45.5 in D 16 in
Important Documented Qing Dynasty Chinese Deep Relief Rosewood Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An exquisite custom antique 19th century Qing Dynasty heavily carved Chinese rosewood and elm wooden cabinet with double-doors carved set with gilt and deep relief carved wood panels...
Brass
Sheraton Ladies Desk Bureau Mahogany 1890
Located in Potters Bar, GB
A delightful Sheraton style ladies desk dating to 1890 Rich flame mahogany wood with deep patina Sheraton style tapering legs typical from this period Seven drawers giving ample room...
Mahogany
$8,668
H 38.39 in W 52.17 in D 25.2 in
Antique Edwardian Satin wood & Floral Painted Carlton House Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
This is a truly exceptional antique Edwardian Sheraton Revival hand painted and inlaid satin wood Carlton House Desk, circa 1900 in date. This exquisite desk is made from the finest...
Satinwood
19th Century Tester Bed
Located in New Orleans, LA
This lavish American tester bed exhibits superior craftsmanship and detail. The design is embellished with elaborate carvings on the headboard and sides. The stunning wood grain enha...
Silk, Wood
19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed
Located in Marbella, ES
This is a wonderful example of a canopy bed from Shanghai Province, China. Made of Chinese Northern Elm, this bed features hoofed feet and multiple floral carvings. The exterior ...
Gold Leaf
Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Kidney Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a delightful antique Victorian flame mahogany kidney shaped kneehole desk, Circa 1880 in date. The free standing desk features satinwood and box woodline inlay and banding. ...
Mahogany, Satinwood
Edwardian Satinwood Carlton House Desk
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality Edwardian period Sheraton style Satinwood, Carlton house desk. Having a brass pierced gallery to the top. Marquetry inlaid decoration depicting musical instrument...
Satinwood
$1,941,795
H 59.45 in W 74.81 in D 39.38 in
Antique French Marquetry, Ormolu and Jasperware Bureau du Roi by Beurdeley
By Emmanuel-Alfred Beurdeley
Located in London, GB
Antique French marquetry, ormolu and jasperware Bureau du Roi by Beurdeley French, c. 1890 Height 151cm, width 190cm, depth 100cm The Bureau du Roi, also known as the secrétaire à ...
Ormolu
$33,210Sale Price|30% Off
H 41.5 in W 43.25 in D 22 in
Fine French 19th Century Louis XV Style Tulipwood and Ormolu-Mounted Ladies Desk
By Maison Millet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine French 19th century tulipwood, mahogany and ormolu-mounted Bureau de Dame Lady's secretary desk, in the manner of Maison Millet. The superstructure centered by a clock wi...
Bronze, Ormolu
Burled Oval Partners Desk
Located in Annville, PA
One of the most complicated items that we produce at Niagara furniture our Burled Oval Partners Desk is also one of the most popular. The top section of the desk consists of a three-...
Wood
$2,745 / item
H 29 in W 53.25 in D 25.5 in
Louis XV Style Black Ebonized Brass Mounted Leather Top Desk By John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 29 in W: 53 1/4 in D: 25 1/2 in A stunning Louis XV-style black ebonized and brass-mounted three-drawer desk by John Widdicomb, exuding timeless elegance and superio...
Brass
Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.
Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.
Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.
Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.
The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.
From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.
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Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.
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The designer’s innovative use of an unexpected material gives this console a lift.
The stately piece brings both gravitas and whimsy to any work space.
Use them as tables or stools, indoors or out.