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English Notary Travel Mail Desk Correspondence Box, circa 1910
English Notary Travel Mail Desk Correspondence Box, circa 1910

English Notary Travel Mail Desk Correspondence Box, circa 1910

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Antique writing slope, notary desk or travel correspondence box in oak, dating to the Edwardian

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Brass

Peacock or Pheasant Bird Desk Letter Mail Holder
Peacock or Pheasant Bird Desk Letter Mail Holder

Peacock or Pheasant Bird Desk Letter Mail Holder

$325

H 4.25 in W 7.38 in D 2.25 in

Peacock or Pheasant Bird Desk Letter Mail Holder

Located in New York, NY

A desk letter or mail holder with a peacock or pheasant bird design, in the Art Nouveau design

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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Ceramic

Scandinavian Art Nouveau Brass Desk Letter or Napkin Holder
Scandinavian Art Nouveau Brass Desk Letter or Napkin Holder

Scandinavian Art Nouveau Brass Desk Letter or Napkin Holder

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful Swedish hammered brass desk letter or napkin holder, Art Nouveau design, circa early

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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Brass

Turn of the Century English Hotel Front Desk Mail Cabinet
Turn of the Century English Hotel Front Desk Mail Cabinet

Turn of the Century English Hotel Front Desk Mail Cabinet

Located in North Miami, FL

This whimsical curiosity cabinet from an English Hotel, used for guests to receive their mail

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Early 20th Century English British Colonial Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Enamel

Qajar Persian Hammered Copper Scuttle with Aesthetic Movement Form
Qajar Persian Hammered Copper Scuttle with Aesthetic Movement Form

Qajar Persian Hammered Copper Scuttle with Aesthetic Movement Form

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

holding kindling by the hearth, magazines in a sitting room, or even mail on a large desk. It also stands

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Late 19th Century Persian Aesthetic Movement Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Copper

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Office Cabinet Signed Sormani. (Paris)
Office Cabinet Signed Sormani. (Paris)

Office Cabinet Signed Sormani. (Paris)

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H 14.175 in W 15.35 in D 10.235 in

Office Cabinet Signed Sormani. (Paris)

By Paul Sormani

Located in CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE, FR

with two doors revealing a mail kit, a writing desk, lockers, the interior is in black leather

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1880s French Louis XIV Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Leather

Antique 19th Century Walnut Shenandoah Valley Moravian Plantation / Postal Desk
Antique 19th Century Walnut Shenandoah Valley Moravian Plantation / Postal Desk

Antique 19th Century Walnut Shenandoah Valley Moravian Plantation / Postal Desk

Located in Charlotte, NC

cubbies (mail slots). Lower desk features the writing surface and five lockable drawers of hand dovetailed

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19th Century American American Craftsman Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Walnut

Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Desk Secretary Bookcase Hutch Cupboard
Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Desk Secretary Bookcase Hutch Cupboard

Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Desk Secretary Bookcase Hutch Cupboard

Located in Dayton, OH

An exquisite Early American Plantation, clerk or mail Desk, Circa mid 19th C.. This exceptional 2

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Mid-19th Century American Colonial Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Late 19th Cent Inlaid Carlton House Desk
Late 19th Cent Inlaid Carlton House Desk

Late 19th Cent Inlaid Carlton House Desk

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H 42.75 in W 46.5 in D 24.75 in

Late 19th Cent Inlaid Carlton House Desk

Located in Manhasset, NY

Flame mahogany Carlton House desk w mail boxes and several compartments. Tapering legs sitting on

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19th Century English Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Wood

Primitive Painted Post Office Desk
Primitive Painted Post Office Desk

Primitive Painted Post Office Desk

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H 63.25 in W 43.5 in D 25 in

Primitive Painted Post Office Desk

Located in Troy, MI

Circa 1900 postal sorting desk with attached mail compartments. There are 48 mail cubbies that

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Early 20th Century English Primitive Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Wood

Antique Macey Furniture 3 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase, c.1910
Antique Macey Furniture 3 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase, c.1910

Antique Macey Furniture 3 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase, c.1910

By Macey Co.

Located in San Francisco, CA

began a mail-order business selling office desks made by other manufacturers, which were advertised in

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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Metal

Antique Macey Furniture 6 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase C.1910
Antique Macey Furniture 6 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase C.1910

Antique Macey Furniture 6 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase C.1910

Located in San Francisco, CA

also served as treasurer. In 1892 Fred began a mail-order business selling office desks made by other

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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Six Stack Lawyer/Barrister's Bookcase, circa 1910
Antique Six Stack Lawyer/Barrister's Bookcase, circa 1910

Antique Six Stack Lawyer/Barrister's Bookcase, circa 1910

By Globe Wernicke, Macey Co.

Located in San Francisco, CA

also served as treasurer. In 1892 Fred began a mail-order business selling office desks made by other

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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Metal

French Porcelain Desk Letter Mail or Napkin Holder
French Porcelain Desk Letter Mail or Napkin Holder

French Porcelain Desk Letter Mail or Napkin Holder

Located in New York, NY

A very beautiful hand-painted French porcelain mail letter desk holder, circa early-20th century

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Early 20th Century French Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Porcelain

Judgenstil Brass Desk Mail Order, England, circa 1900
Judgenstil Brass Desk Mail Order, England, circa 1900

Judgenstil Brass Desk Mail Order, England, circa 1900

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Amazing desk accessory, made in England in circa 1900, it's in brass and in very good conditions.

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Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass and Green Onyx Mail or Letter Desk Organizer
Vintage Brass and Green Onyx Mail or Letter Desk Organizer

Vintage Brass and Green Onyx Mail or Letter Desk Organizer

Located in New York, NY

A substantial vintage brass and green onyx mail or letter desk organizer. Onyx base is 1" thick

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Early 20th Century Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Onyx, Brass

English Notary Desk in Oak, Travel Mail /Correspondence Box
English Notary Desk in Oak, Travel Mail /Correspondence Box

English Notary Desk in Oak, Travel Mail /Correspondence Box

Located in North Miami, FL

Antique Writing slope, Notary Desk or Travel Correspondence Box in oak, dating to the Edwardian

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Oak

Antique Macey Furniture 6 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase c.1910-Oak Finish
Antique Macey Furniture 6 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase c.1910-Oak Finish

Antique Macey Furniture 6 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase c.1910-Oak Finish

Located in San Francisco, CA

also served as treasurer. In 1892 Fred began a mail-order business selling office desks made by other

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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Metal, Brass

French Mail Sorter Desk
French Mail Sorter Desk

French Mail Sorter Desk

Located in New York, NY

An incredible piece of industrial furniture, this mail sorter would be an amazing desk with space

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Early 20th Century French Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Steel

19th c. French Hand Made Pine Secretary Desk
19th c. French Hand Made Pine Secretary Desk

19th c. French Hand Made Pine Secretary Desk

Located in Summerland, CA

Simple but charming desk secretary made from pine wood. Flip down desk top with mail slots

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19th Century French Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Pine

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Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

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21st Century and Contemporary American Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Linen, Velvet

British Colonial Teak Filing Apothecary Cabinet wt Metal Pulls & Lock Mechanism
British Colonial Teak Filing Apothecary Cabinet wt Metal Pulls & Lock Mechanism

British Colonial Teak Filing Apothecary Cabinet wt Metal Pulls & Lock Mechanism

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Rare solid teak multi-drawer apothecary/file cabinet with locking mechanism and hardware in original patina. Beautifully aged metal pulls. Authentic and functional conversation piece...

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1890s British Indian Ocean Territory Victorian Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Teak

Vintage Brown Stitched Leather Covered Telephone by Contempra 1970s
Vintage Brown Stitched Leather Covered Telephone by Contempra 1970s

Vintage Brown Stitched Leather Covered Telephone by Contempra 1970s

By Ralph Lauren, Hermès, Jacques Adnet

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Northern Telecom Contempra Stitched Leather clad tone touch Telephone, Desk or Wall Mount.Vintage Northern Telecom Contempra telephone covered in stitched brown leather.Could...

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Leather, Bakelite

Biedermeier Period Burlwood Table Cabinet Of Curiosities Wunderkammer 19th C.
Biedermeier Period Burlwood Table Cabinet Of Curiosities Wunderkammer 19th C.

Biedermeier Period Burlwood Table Cabinet Of Curiosities Wunderkammer 19th C.

Located in Forney, TX

A fine Biedermeier Period (1815-1848) walnut maple burlwood marquetry table cabinet - wunderkammer (cabinet of curiosities) with fifteen drawers and concealed secret compartments, ci...

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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Iron

Vintage Malachite Box
Vintage Malachite Box

Vintage Malachite Box

$1,400

H 1.75 in W 6 in D 4 in

Vintage Malachite Box

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A stunning Malachite box out an estate collection of 4 rare specimen boxes. This box has beautifully graining and great color. It still has the remnants of a label on the bottom. It ...

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1960s Italian Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Malachite

Fancy Antique Swedish Telephone Early 20th Century
Fancy Antique Swedish Telephone Early 20th Century

Fancy Antique Swedish Telephone Early 20th Century

Located in Rochester, NY

Fancy brass , black lacquer with gilded decoration. A work of art. Swedish Coat of arms on dial. . Circa 1910. Working condition. Made by L.M. Ericsson, Stockholm, Sweden.

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Early 20th Century Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Brass

Italian Walnut and Iron Pastaia Shop Cabinet with Nine Drawers and Glass Panels
Italian Walnut and Iron Pastaia Shop Cabinet with Nine Drawers and Glass Panels

Italian Walnut and Iron Pastaia Shop Cabinet with Nine Drawers and Glass Panels

Located in Atlanta, GA

An Italian walnut pastaia shop cabinet from the 20th century with nine drawers, glass panels and iron hardware. Crafted in Italy during the 20th century, this elegant walnut pastaia ...

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20th Century Italian Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Iron

Antique Mahogany and Marble Dental / Dentist Cabinet, Amsterdam ca 1920
Antique Mahogany and Marble Dental / Dentist Cabinet, Amsterdam ca 1920

Antique Mahogany and Marble Dental / Dentist Cabinet, Amsterdam ca 1920

$2,403Sale Price|27% Off

H 50.79 in W 32.29 in D 16.93 in

Antique Mahogany and Marble Dental / Dentist Cabinet, Amsterdam ca 1920

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This very unique dentist cabinet was designed and made circa 1920/30s in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. It features 18 mahogany fronted drawers in three different sizes: DWH 28 x 29 x 2...

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1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Handcrafted Mexico Brass Stone Aztec Calendar Desk Stash Trinket Cigarette Box
Handcrafted Mexico Brass Stone Aztec Calendar Desk Stash Trinket Cigarette Box

Handcrafted Mexico Brass Stone Aztec Calendar Desk Stash Trinket Cigarette Box

By Los Castillos

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful decorative handcrafted brass and stone tile inlay cigarette stash/trinket box. The box has a wonderful form and design. Top has an Aztec calendar made of brass. Has a great...

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Mid-20th Century Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Brass

Maitland Smith Apothecary Cabinet, Tooled Leather Wrapped Case
Maitland Smith Apothecary Cabinet, Tooled Leather Wrapped Case

Maitland Smith Apothecary Cabinet, Tooled Leather Wrapped Case

$4,500Sale Price|34% Off

H 42.5 in W 36 in D 14 in

Maitland Smith Apothecary Cabinet, Tooled Leather Wrapped Case

By Maitland Smith

Located in Toledo, OH

This beautiful Maitland Smith apothecary cabinet with 34 drawers is wrapped in tooled leather. The drawers fronts are made from burled walnut and are adorned with copper tone pulls i...

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20th Century Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Leather, Wood, Walnut

Vintage Dutch Beech & Pine Haberdashery Shop Cabinet / Vitrine, 1950s
Vintage Dutch Beech & Pine Haberdashery Shop Cabinet / Vitrine, 1950s

Vintage Dutch Beech & Pine Haberdashery Shop Cabinet / Vitrine, 1950s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This haberdashery cabinet was produced during the 1950s in the Netherlands. It features 8 large drawers in beech with glass fronts and metal handles. It was originally used in a ware...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Beech

Arts & Crafts Style Scrolling Wrought Iron Mirror Umbrella Stand Coat Hall Tree
Arts & Crafts Style Scrolling Wrought Iron Mirror Umbrella Stand Coat Hall Tree

Arts & Crafts Style Scrolling Wrought Iron Mirror Umbrella Stand Coat Hall Tree

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Arts & Crafts Style Scrolling Wrought Iron Mirror Umbrella Stand Coat Hall Tree with Rusty Finish. Item features 3 leaf clover designs, oval umbrella holder, central mirror, ...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Mirror

Large Antique German Pitch Pine Corner Apothecary Cabinet / Vitrine ca 1900s
Large Antique German Pitch Pine Corner Apothecary Cabinet / Vitrine ca 1900s

Large Antique German Pitch Pine Corner Apothecary Cabinet / Vitrine ca 1900s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This stunning corner apothecary cabinet was made in Germany around the turn of the century. It features two vitrines with shelves and both small and large square drawers at both ends...

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Early 1900s German Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Pine

Antique American Empire Rosewood Dental / Medical Cabinet, circa 1820
Antique American Empire Rosewood Dental / Medical Cabinet, circa 1820

Antique American Empire Rosewood Dental / Medical Cabinet, circa 1820

Located in Portland, OR

Antique American Empire rosewood dental / medical cabinet, circa 1820. This incredibly rare cabinet, in two section, made of figured rosewood throughout and having a neoclassical ped...

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Early 19th Century American American Empire Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Large Dutch Mahogany Jewelers / Watchmakers Cabinet, circa 1930
Vintage Large Dutch Mahogany Jewelers / Watchmakers Cabinet, circa 1930

Vintage Large Dutch Mahogany Jewelers / Watchmakers Cabinet, circa 1930

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This jewelers / watchmakers cabinet was designed and made circa 1930 in the Netherlands. It features 48 mahogany fronted drawers in three different sizes: DWH 25 x 47 x 3.5 / 5.5 / 8...

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1930s Dutch Industrial Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Mahogany

French 19th Century Apothecary Cabinet
French 19th Century Apothecary Cabinet

French 19th Century Apothecary Cabinet

$3,460

H 114.75 in W 52.75 in D 18.5 in

French 19th Century Apothecary Cabinet

Located in Stockbridge, GA

This piece is amazing by its proportion narrow and tall with a glass sliding both ways. The glass is covered along the edge of brass and a knob on each side. exceptionnel piece.

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Mail Desk

Materials

Brass

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Antique Mail Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique mail desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An antique mail desk — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the antique mail desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique mail desk, those designed in Art Deco, Rococo and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique mail desk over the years, but those crafted by Sampson Mordan & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Mail Desk?

The average selling price for an antique mail desk at 1stDibs is $2,875, while they’re typically $260 on the low end and $13,200 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Mail Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique Davenport desk is a small writing desk, usually with four drawers on one side. The desk would have elaborately decorated supports and a recessed space for adequate legroom. Shop a collection of Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Davenport desk is a type of small desk with a distinct inclined desktop. The desktop covers a large storage compartment meant for keeping paper and other writing materials. Popular in the 19th century, Davenport desks are still sought after today. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What antique desks are called depends on their design. A desk with chair cutouts on both sides is a partner desk, while one with a pull-down writing surface is a secretary. On a Davenport desk, the desktop lifts to reveal a storage area. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    An antique secretary desk will range in value depending on its authenticity and condition. The price can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. On 1stDibs find the antique secretary desk you’re looking for today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.