Antique Mail Desk
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
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
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
H 82 in W 38 in D 22.5 in
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
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
Copper Envelope, Arts and Crafts Letter Rack A super piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
beaten Cooper in the shape of an open envelope, just the thing to keep your mail tidy on your desk
The
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1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Mail Desk
Materials
Copper
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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
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
H 57.5 in W 38 in D 22.5 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
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
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
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
By Macey Co., Globe Wernicke
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Industrial Foreman's Desk on Wheels as Hallway or Entranceway, Key or Mail Table
Located in Madison, WI
Industrial desk from first Milwaukee J.C. Penny store, circa 1920s used by stockroom foreman for
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1920s American Antique Mail Desk
Materials
Steel
H 44.5 in W 16 in D 16 in
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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Mid-Century English Pine Chinese Chippendale Style Carved Pine Secretary Desk
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a mid-century Chinese Chippendale style carved pine secretary. It is purported to be English, and it has glass shelves. The drawers do have dovetail construction, and it is t...
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Mid-20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Mail Desk
Materials
Pine
H 88 in W 39.75 in D 20 in
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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
- What is an antique Davenport desk?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An 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, 2022A 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.
- What are antique desks called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What 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, 2022A 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 ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022To 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.