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Oak Arts and Crafts Reception Desk Greeting Station
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Oak Arts and Crafts Reception Desk Greeting Station This one is dated 1903 and has a very Gothic
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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Reception Desks

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Oak

Antique Oak Arts and Crafts Reception Desk Greeting Station
Oak Arts and Crafts Reception Desk Greeting Station

Oak Arts and Crafts Reception Desk Greeting Station

$1,212
H 35 in W 1 in D 27 in
Italian Brass Inlaid Walnut Hotel Restaurant Reception Desk, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Italian Brass Inlaid Walnut Hotel Restaurant Reception Desk, Greeter An Original Italian Front of
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19th Century International Style Antique Reception Desks

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Walnut

Antique Italian Brass Inlaid Walnut Hotel Restaurant Reception Desk, Greeter
Italian Brass Inlaid Walnut Hotel Restaurant Reception Desk, Greeter

Italian Brass Inlaid Walnut Hotel Restaurant Reception Desk, Greeter

$6,062
H 43 in W 40 in D 24 in
Walnut reception desk with rich decorations on the sides and back, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique reception desk, probably created for a prestigious hotel, built in precious walnut wood
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18th Century Italian Antique Reception Desks

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Walnut

Antique Walnut reception desk with rich decorations on the sides and back, Italy
Walnut reception desk with rich decorations on the sides and back, Italy

Walnut reception desk with rich decorations on the sides and back, Italy

$3,347
H 41.34 in W 51.19 in D 25.6 in
Victorian Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Victorian brass courtesy counter top bell, reception desk bell Made in solid brass, in good
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Late 19th Century Industrial Antique Reception Desks

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Brass

Antique Victorian Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell
Victorian Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell

Victorian Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell

$496
H 4 in Dm 4 in
Victorian Decorative Iron Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Victorian Decorative Iron Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell Made and cast in iron, in
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19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Reception Desks

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Iron

Antique Victorian Decorative Iron Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell
Victorian Decorative Iron Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell

Victorian Decorative Iron Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell

$592
H 6 in Dm 3 in
Art Nouveau Walnut & Burl Reception Desk with Stone Top, U.S.A. 1920's.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning and substantial Art Nouveau style gallery counter or reception desk, made circa 1920's
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1920s American Antique Reception Desks

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Wood

Antique Art Nouveau Walnut & Burl Reception Desk with Stone Top, U.S.A. 1920's.
Art Nouveau Walnut & Burl Reception Desk with Stone Top, U.S.A. 1920's.

Art Nouveau Walnut & Burl Reception Desk with Stone Top, U.S.A. 1920's.

$26,000
H 48 in W 140 in D 80 in
Art Dec Chrome Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell Made in chrome
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Art Dec Chrome Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell Made in chrome, in good condition
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1920s Art Deco Antique Reception Desks

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Chrome

Antique Art Dec Chrome Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell Made in chrome
Art Dec Chrome Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell Made in chrome

Art Dec Chrome Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell Made in chrome

$564
H 5 in Dm 4 in
Medium Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Reception Greeter, the front of the desk has a shelved cupboard, at the other side there is an opening fall
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Early 1900s Art Deco Antique Reception Desks

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Oak

Antique Medium Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
Medium Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

Medium Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

$3,857
H 44 in W 38 in D 20 in
Oak Restaurant Reception Greeting Station, with Specials Menu Board
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Reception Greeter, the front of the desk has a Menu Blackboard which is also the door of a shelved cupboard
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Early 1900s Art Deco Antique Reception Desks

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Oak

Antique Oak Restaurant Reception Greeting Station, with Specials Menu Board
Oak Restaurant Reception Greeting Station, with Specials Menu Board

Oak Restaurant Reception Greeting Station, with Specials Menu Board

$3,100
H 40 in W 26 in D 21 in
Restaurant Clerks Desk Greeting Station, Greeter Neat Front of House Desk
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Restaurant Clerks Desk Greeting Station, Greeter A very neat Front of House Reception Greeter, the
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Reception Desks

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Oak

Antique Restaurant Clerks Desk Greeting Station, Greeter Neat Front of House Desk
Restaurant Clerks Desk Greeting Station, Greeter Neat Front of House Desk

Restaurant Clerks Desk Greeting Station, Greeter Neat Front of House Desk

$1,653
H 42 in W 24 in D 23 in
Clerks Desk Restaurant Greeting Station, Greeter A very neat Front of House Rec
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Clerks Desk Restaurant Greeting Station, Greeter A very neat Front of House Reception Greeter, the
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19th Century Victorian Antique Reception Desks

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Pine

Antique Clerks Desk Restaurant Greeting Station, Greeter A very neat Front of House Rec
Clerks Desk Restaurant Greeting Station, Greeter A very neat Front of House Rec

Clerks Desk Restaurant Greeting Station, Greeter A very neat Front of House Rec

$3,265
H 40 in W 25 in D 18 in
French Adjustable Clerks Desk Restaurant Station Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Adjustable Clerks Desk Restaurant Station Greeter A very neat Front of House Reception
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Early 1900s Industrial Antique Reception Desks

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Walnut

Antique French Adjustable Clerks Desk Restaurant Station Greeter
French Adjustable Clerks Desk Restaurant Station Greeter

French Adjustable Clerks Desk Restaurant Station Greeter

$2,755
H 31 in W 25.5 in D 18 in
Chinese Chippendale Style Carleton House Desk
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
piece would be well suited as a reception desk The desk is 36” long, 21” deep CS176
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19th Century Chinese Chippendale Antique Reception Desks

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Oak

Chinese Chippendale Style Carleton House Desk
Chinese Chippendale Style Carleton House Desk

Chinese Chippendale Style Carleton House Desk

$3,954
H 41 in W 36 in D 21 in
French Gothic Pine Reading Stand, Greeting Station, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
the is a storage shelf This is a tall unusual piece with sturdy presence The Reception desk is in
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1880s Gothic Antique Reception Desks

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Pine

French Gothic Pine Reading Stand, Greeting Station, Greeter
French Gothic Pine Reading Stand, Greeting Station, Greeter

French Gothic Pine Reading Stand, Greeting Station, Greeter

$3,044
H 49 in W 24 in D 17 in
French Oak Hotel Greeting Station, Filing Cabinet, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
and sides of the desk are panelled in oak with a brass kick board at the bottom, at the reception side
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1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Reception Desks

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Oak

French Oak Hotel Greeting Station, Filing Cabinet, Greeter
French Oak Hotel Greeting Station, Filing Cabinet, Greeter

French Oak Hotel Greeting Station, Filing Cabinet, Greeter

$5,511
H 44 in W 39 in D 20 in
Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter in Pine
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Reception Greeter, the front and sides of the desk have inset panels, at the back there are 2 drawers and
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19th Century Victorian Antique Reception Desks

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Pine

Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter in Pine
Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter in Pine

Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter in Pine

$3,472
H 39 in W 29 in D 17 in
Shop Counter Sarreguemines Porcelain
By Sarraguemines
Located in Vosselaar, BE
in the world would look great as a reception desk in a restaurant or counter in a shop. Dimensions
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19th Century French Baroque Revival Antique Reception Desks

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Wood

Shop Counter Sarreguemines Porcelain
Shop Counter Sarreguemines Porcelain

Shop Counter Sarreguemines Porcelain

$38,259
H 35.43 in W 86.22 in D 26 in
Oriental Red Lacquered Side Table or Reception Table
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
piece and would work well as a hall or side table, or possibly as a reception desk as it looks very good
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19th Century Chinoiserie Antique Reception Desks

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Lacquer

Oriental Red Lacquered Side Table or Reception Table
Oriental Red Lacquered Side Table or Reception Table

Oriental Red Lacquered Side Table or Reception Table

$1,515
H 34 in W 37 in D 14 in
Antique Correspondence Case, Scottish Leather, W & J Milne, Edinburgh, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
, with an appealing concertina form. A useful treat for a reception desk or office, as a gift or in the
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Reception Desks

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Leather

Antique Correspondence Case, Scottish Leather, W & J Milne, Edinburgh, Victorian
Antique Correspondence Case, Scottish Leather, W & J Milne, Edinburgh, Victorian

Antique Correspondence Case, Scottish Leather, W & J Milne, Edinburgh, Victorian

$1,186
H 6.11 in W 10.24 in D 2.76 in
French Early 20th Century Silver Plated Riviera Hotel Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
from the reception desk of a Riviera hotel - marked ‘Mediterranean Hotel Compy - Nice’ to the base
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Early 20th Century French Antique Reception Desks

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Silver Plate

French Early 20th Century Silver Plated Riviera Hotel Table Lamp
French Early 20th Century Silver Plated Riviera Hotel Table Lamp

French Early 20th Century Silver Plated Riviera Hotel Table Lamp

$1,653
H 16.93 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Small old oak trading counter, France 1900's
Located in LYON, FR
This small reception desk, an old trading post from the 1900s, has incredible charm. Completely
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Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Reception Desks

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Oak

Small old oak trading counter, France 1900's
Small old oak trading counter, France 1900's

Small old oak trading counter, France 1900's

$1,781
H 31.89 in W 45.08 in D 20.87 in
A Small Victorian Mahogany Hall Table or Reception Table
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Small Victorian Mahogany Hall Table or Reception Table The Table has a small drawer on the front
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1880s Victorian Antique Reception Desks

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Mahogany

A Small Victorian Mahogany Hall Table or Reception Table
A Small Victorian Mahogany Hall Table or Reception Table

A Small Victorian Mahogany Hall Table or Reception Table

$1,612
H 31 in W 33 in D 17 in
Antique Dome Top Calling Card Box, English, Walnut, Brass, Desk Tidy, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
reception hall, desk or kitchen counter top. Delivered waxed, polished and ready to enjoy. Dimensions
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Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Reception Desks

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Brass

Antique Dome Top Calling Card Box, English, Walnut, Brass, Desk Tidy, Victorian
Antique Dome Top Calling Card Box, English, Walnut, Brass, Desk Tidy, Victorian

Antique Dome Top Calling Card Box, English, Walnut, Brass, Desk Tidy, Victorian

$1,445
H 4.93 in W 6.7 in D 3.75 in

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English Hotel Reception Desk
Located in Hudson, NY
Bird's-eye maple commercial counter with drawers and copper panel.
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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Antique Reception Desks

Antique English Hotel Reception Desk
English Hotel Reception Desk

English Hotel Reception Desk

H 42 in W 60 in D 30 in
“Les Interieurs Francais au Salon des Artistes Decorateurs” by Maurice Dufrene
By Maurice Dufrêne
Located in New York, NY
Paul Follot Vestibule Plate 19 Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann Reception Desk D’Un Collectionneur Plate 26
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Reception Desks

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Paper

Antique “Les Interieurs Francais au Salon des Artistes Decorateurs” by Maurice Dufrene
“Les Interieurs Francais au Salon des Artistes Decorateurs” by Maurice Dufrene

“Les Interieurs Francais au Salon des Artistes Decorateurs” by Maurice Dufrene

H 12.63 in W 9.88 in D 1 in
Kitchen Island, Entertainment Center, Work Counter, Maine Farm, circa 1850
Located in Madison, WI
remarkable reception desk, guest welcoming center, buffet sideboard for a B&B and boutique hotel.
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Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Antique Reception Desks

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Fruitwood

Kitchen Island, Entertainment Center, Work Counter, Maine Farm, circa 1850
Kitchen Island, Entertainment Center, Work Counter, Maine Farm, circa 1850

Kitchen Island, Entertainment Center, Work Counter, Maine Farm, circa 1850

H 32 in W 152 in D 28 in
19th century English Sterling silver Desk bell reception service bell
Located in Chelmsford, GB
Rare Solid Silver Counter Reception Bell Turn Mechanism Hallmarked Birmingham Deakin Fracis 1886
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19th Century English Rococo Antique Reception Desks

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Sterling Silver

19th century English Sterling silver Desk bell reception service bell
19th century English Sterling silver Desk bell reception service bell

19th century English Sterling silver Desk bell reception service bell

H 2.75 in
Carved Oak and Rattan Reception Desk
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Carved oak and rattan reception desk The Desk stands on slender barley twist turned legs with
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Mid-19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Reception Desks

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Oak

Carved Oak and Rattan Reception Desk
Carved Oak and Rattan Reception Desk

Carved Oak and Rattan Reception Desk

H 39 in W 40 in D 21 in
Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Brass Courtesy counter top bell, reception desk bell Made in solid brass, in good condition and
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Reception Desks

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Brass

Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell
Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell

Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell

H 4 in Dm 4 in
1930s, Antique Reception Desk, Table for Drawers, Very Capacious, Vintage
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique reception desk with risers and drawers on all sides, very capacious, solid wood, coming
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Early 20th Century Antique Reception Desks

1930s, Antique Reception Desk, Table for Drawers, Very Capacious, Vintage
1930s, Antique Reception Desk, Table for Drawers, Very Capacious, Vintage

1930s, Antique Reception Desk, Table for Drawers, Very Capacious, Vintage

H 31.5 in W 68.51 in D 32.29 in
Brass Counter Top Courtesy Bell, Reception Desk Bell Made in Solid Brass
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Brass Counter Top Courtesy Bell, Reception Desk Bell Made in solid brass, in good condition and
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1880s Victorian Antique Reception Desks

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Brass

Brass Counter Top Courtesy Bell, Reception Desk Bell Made in Solid Brass
Brass Counter Top Courtesy Bell, Reception Desk Bell Made in Solid Brass

Brass Counter Top Courtesy Bell, Reception Desk Bell Made in Solid Brass

H 3 in Dm 11 in
Oak Hotel Restaurant Podium Reception Greeting Station, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
shelf below. The Reception desk is in good condition, it is 41” tall, 40” wide and 25” deep. TNV139.
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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Reception Desks

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Oak

Oak Hotel Restaurant Podium Reception Greeting Station, Greeter
Oak Hotel Restaurant Podium Reception Greeting Station, Greeter

Oak Hotel Restaurant Podium Reception Greeting Station, Greeter

H 42 in W 26 in D 15 in
Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
counter The Reception desk is very attractive and in good sound condition, it is 50” tall, 27” wide and 22
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1870s Adam Style Antique Reception Desks

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Gold Leaf

Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

H 28 in W 26 in D 22 in
Pitch Pine Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
slide to a shelved compartment The Reception desk is in good condition, it is 47” tall, 41” wide and 23
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1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Reception Desks

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Pine

Pitch Pine Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station
Pitch Pine Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station

Pitch Pine Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station

H 47 in W 41 in D 23 in
Figured Walnut Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
of House Walnut Reception Greeter, the front of the desk has a small gallery over a panelled face. At
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Early 1900s Art Deco Antique Reception Desks

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Walnut

Figured Walnut Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
Figured Walnut Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

Figured Walnut Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

H 45 in W 28 in D 14 in
French Painted Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
small cash drawer beneath The Reception desk is in good condition, it has an original shabby French
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1890s French Provincial Antique Reception Desks

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Paint

French Painted Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
French Painted Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

French Painted Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

H 42 in W 36 in D 25 in
French Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
lockable cash drawer (we don’t have the key) The Reception desk is in good condition, it is 41” tall, 32
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Late 19th Century Napoleon III Antique Reception Desks

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Oak

French Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
French Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

French Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

H 41 in W 32 in L 41 in
Large 19th Century English Mahogany Two Part Lift Top Standing Desk
Located in Milford, NH
reception desk, host or hostess station or lectern!
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19th Century English Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Large 19th Century English Mahogany Two Part Lift Top Standing Desk
Large 19th Century English Mahogany Two Part Lift Top Standing Desk

Large 19th Century English Mahogany Two Part Lift Top Standing Desk

H 47.5 in W 60 in D 36 in
Antique Reception Bell, English, Brass, Country House, Counter Top, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique reception bell. An English, brass country house hotel push button bell, dating
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Reception Desks

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Brass

Antique Reception Bell, English, Brass, Country House, Counter Top, Victorian
Antique Reception Bell, English, Brass, Country House, Counter Top, Victorian

Antique Reception Bell, English, Brass, Country House, Counter Top, Victorian

H 4.93 in Dm 3.55 in
Vintage Shop Counter, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
calling to be used as a console table or perhaps as a boutique counter /reception desk in your business.
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1920s Hungarian Rustic Antique Reception Desks

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Pine

Vintage Shop Counter, 1920s
Vintage Shop Counter, 1920s

Vintage Shop Counter, 1920s

H 31.5 in W 88.19 in D 20.08 in
French Vintage Grocery Shop Counter / Side Board
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
item, just calling to be used as a console table, or perhaps as a boutique counter /reception desk in
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Early 20th Century French Antique Reception Desks

French Vintage Grocery Shop Counter / Side Board
French Vintage Grocery Shop Counter / Side Board

French Vintage Grocery Shop Counter / Side Board

H 35.83 in W 94.49 in D 20.48 in
Oak Arts & Crafts Restaurant Reception Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Oak Arts & Crafts restaurant reception greeter Oak Arts & Crafts greeter, the front of the
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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Reception Desks

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Oak

Oak Arts & Crafts Restaurant Reception Greeter
Oak Arts & Crafts Restaurant Reception Greeter

Oak Arts & Crafts Restaurant Reception Greeter

H 14 in W 20 in L 14 in
Large Antique Painted Wooden Counter or Bar from France, circa 1880
Located in Dallas, TX
coin drop! Today, this French shop counter will look great as a reception desk in a restaurant or
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Late 19th Century French Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Wood

Large Antique Painted Wooden Counter or Bar from France, circa 1880
Large Antique Painted Wooden Counter or Bar from France, circa 1880

Large Antique Painted Wooden Counter or Bar from France, circa 1880

H 36.625 in W 97.5 in D 22.75 in
19th Century French Wooden Lectern
Located in High Point, NC
construction and classic proportions make it a statement piece, ideal for use as a reception desk, podium, or
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19th Century French Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Wooden Lectern
19th Century French Wooden Lectern

19th Century French Wooden Lectern

H 44.9 in W 38.6 in D 24.2 in
Hotel Mahogany & Brass Letter and Key Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
reception desk for their convenience. Letterboxes such as this were for the collection of mail in grand
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19th Century English Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Hotel Mahogany & Brass Letter and Key Box
Hotel Mahogany & Brass Letter and Key Box

Hotel Mahogany & Brass Letter and Key Box

H 18 in Dm 16 in
Antique Clerks Standing Desk, Victorian, Pine, Writing Table, Lectern circa 1890
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
consistent biscuit hue with grain interest throughout Angled document desk ideal for reception rooms A
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Reception Desks

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Pine

Antique Clerks Standing Desk, Victorian, Pine, Writing Table, Lectern circa 1890
Antique Clerks Standing Desk, Victorian, Pine, Writing Table, Lectern circa 1890

Antique Clerks Standing Desk, Victorian, Pine, Writing Table, Lectern circa 1890

H 52.96 in W 41.15 in D 22.45 in
Gothic Revival Carved Walnut Wood Pulpit or Bar Counter Arches and Columns Shape
Located in Firenze, IT
whismical cashier cabinet, cash register desk to name a few. An unusual hotel reception greeting station
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19th Century Italian Gothic Revival Antique Reception Desks

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Walnut

Gothic Revival Carved Walnut Wood Pulpit or Bar Counter Arches and Columns Shape
Gothic Revival Carved Walnut Wood Pulpit or Bar Counter Arches and Columns Shape

Gothic Revival Carved Walnut Wood Pulpit or Bar Counter Arches and Columns Shape

H 45.67 in W 42.92 in D 25.6 in
Reception Desk Larch Glass Vinyl Italy Early '900
Located in Milano, IT
Reception desk, larch wood, decorated glass on the front and on one side, vinyl material on the top
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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Glass, Wood

Reception Desk Larch Glass Vinyl Italy Early '900
Reception Desk Larch Glass Vinyl Italy Early '900

Reception Desk Larch Glass Vinyl Italy Early '900

H 44.89 in W 79.53 in D 22.45 in
Brass Reception Desk Counter Bell
Located in London, GB
A brass dome shaped reception desk and counter bell, circa 1910. With good clear ring
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Brass

Brass Reception Desk Counter Bell
Brass Reception Desk Counter Bell

Brass Reception Desk Counter Bell

H 3.75 in Dm 3.75 in
French Twin Clerks Reception Desk, Rustic Pine, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Twin Clerks Reception Desk, Rustic Pine, Greeter The table is full length, with 2 storage
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19th Century Rustic Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Pine

French Twin Clerks Reception Desk, Rustic Pine, Greeter
French Twin Clerks Reception Desk, Rustic Pine, Greeter

French Twin Clerks Reception Desk, Rustic Pine, Greeter

H 28 in W 43 in D 17 in
Antique Reception Desk Letter Set, English, Walnut, Magnifying Glass, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique reception desk letter set. An English, walnut and oak magnifying glass and
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Reception Desks

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Oak, Walnut

Antique Reception Desk Letter Set, English, Walnut, Magnifying Glass, Victorian
Antique Reception Desk Letter Set, English, Walnut, Magnifying Glass, Victorian

Antique Reception Desk Letter Set, English, Walnut, Magnifying Glass, Victorian

H 4.73 in W 9.65 in D 5.12 in
Victorian Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Victorian brass courtesy counter top bell, reception desk bell Made in solid brass, in good read
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Brass

Victorian Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell
Victorian Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell

Victorian Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell

H 4 in Dm 4 in
Victorian Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Victorian brass courtesy counter top bell, reception desk bell Made in solid brass and set on a
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1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Brass

Victorian Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell
Victorian Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell

Victorian Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Reception Desk Bell

H 4.5 in Dm 5 in
French Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
of house oak greeter, the front and sides of the desk are panelled At the reception side there is
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Oak

French Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
French Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

French Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

H 41 in W 28 in D 24 in
Dark Pine Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Reception Greeter, the front of the desk has a small gallery over a shelved cupboard, at the other side
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1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Pine

Dark Pine Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
Dark Pine Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

Dark Pine Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

H 41 in W 26 in D 25 in
French Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
of House Oak Greeter, the front and sides of the desk are panelled, At the reception side there is
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Late 19th Century French Provincial Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Oak

French Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
French Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

French Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

H 41 in W 40 in D 25 in
Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Podium, Restaurant Reception Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
well as reception desk without taking up too much room It has a sturdy decorative base and it is in
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1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Oak

Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Podium, Restaurant Reception Greeter
Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Podium, Restaurant Reception Greeter

Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Podium, Restaurant Reception Greeter

H 85 in W 56 in D 33 in
19th Century Oak Courtroom Dock, Restaurant Reception Greeting Station, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
curved top and 2 full length shelves behind The Reception desk is in very good attractive condition, it
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Mid-19th Century Palladian Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Oak

19th Century Oak Courtroom Dock, Restaurant Reception Greeting Station, Greeter
19th Century Oak Courtroom Dock, Restaurant Reception Greeting Station, Greeter

19th Century Oak Courtroom Dock, Restaurant Reception Greeting Station, Greeter

H 39 in W 53 in D 14 in
Italian Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Reception Greeter, the desk has a Break Front with the panels decorated in the Classical Italian style, with
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19th Century Regency Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Pine

Italian Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
Italian Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

Italian Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter

H 47 in W 49 in D 23 in
Restaurant Desk/Counter, France, 1900
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
this charming vintage French bistro reception desk was used by a maitre d', waiter or waitress
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Early 1900s French Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Wood

Restaurant Desk/Counter, France, 1900
Restaurant Desk/Counter, France, 1900

Restaurant Desk/Counter, France, 1900

H 44.1 in W 35.44 in D 20.87 in
19th C Napoleon III French Mother of Pearl Shell Alabaster and Brass Hotel Bell
Located in Haarlem, NL
ormolu or gilt brass hotel reception desk or servant tap call table bell. Brass wire handle with three
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Alabaster, Metal

19th C Napoleon III French Mother of Pearl Shell Alabaster and Brass Hotel Bell
19th C Napoleon III French Mother of Pearl Shell Alabaster and Brass Hotel Bell

19th C Napoleon III French Mother of Pearl Shell Alabaster and Brass Hotel Bell

H 5.91 in Dm 3.15 in
Arts and Crafts Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Counter, Bar, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
cupboard The Reception desk is in good condition, it is 40” tall, 60” wide and 18” deep, the counter is 12
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1920s Arts and Crafts Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Oak

Arts and Crafts Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Counter, Bar, Greeter
Arts and Crafts Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Counter, Bar, Greeter

Arts and Crafts Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Counter, Bar, Greeter

H 40 in W 60 in D 22 in
Dark Green Painted Pine Podium Host Stand with Storage, Hungary circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
/hostess stand or reception desk. Lock to door does not fully function, key is used as pull. All scratches
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Pine, Paint

Dark Green Painted Pine Podium Host Stand with Storage, Hungary circa 1880
Dark Green Painted Pine Podium Host Stand with Storage, Hungary circa 1880

Dark Green Painted Pine Podium Host Stand with Storage, Hungary circa 1880

H 49 in W 32.75 in D 21 in
French Oak Limed Gothic Alter Table, circa 1880s
Located in Staffordshire, GB
serving table, or reception desk. Table top is separate and lifts off the base to aid transportation
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Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Oak

French Oak Limed Gothic Alter Table, circa 1880s
French Oak Limed Gothic Alter Table, circa 1880s

French Oak Limed Gothic Alter Table, circa 1880s

H 37.01 in W 72.05 in D 29.93 in
Brass Conductors Reception Podium, Reading Lamp Stand
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Brass Conductors Reception Podium, reading lamp stand This is a charming piece full of character
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Late 19th Century Art Deco Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Brass

Brass Conductors Reception Podium, Reading Lamp Stand
Brass Conductors Reception Podium, Reading Lamp Stand

Brass Conductors Reception Podium, Reading Lamp Stand

H 58 in W 18 in D 17 in
Oak Arts and Crafts Restaurant Reception Podium, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Oak Arts and Crafts Restaurant Reception Podium, Greeter, Oak Arts and Crafts Greeter, the
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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Oak

Oak Arts and Crafts Restaurant Reception Podium, Greeter
Oak Arts and Crafts Restaurant Reception Podium, Greeter

Oak Arts and Crafts Restaurant Reception Podium, Greeter

H 35 in W 34 in D 18 in
Arts and Crafts Oak Restaurant Reception Station Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts Oak Restaurant Reception Station Greeter Tall Arts and Crafts Greeter, the
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1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Oak

Arts and Crafts Oak Restaurant Reception Station Greeter
Arts and Crafts Oak Restaurant Reception Station Greeter

Arts and Crafts Oak Restaurant Reception Station Greeter

H 44 in W 26 in D 13 in
Antique Clerks Writing Desk Reception Desk Mahogany Georgian, 18th Century
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
drawers with brass handles, raised on very tall turned legs, ideal as reception desk for clubs or
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18th Century Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Clerks Writing Desk Reception Desk Mahogany Georgian, 18th Century
Antique Clerks Writing Desk Reception Desk Mahogany Georgian, 18th Century

Antique Clerks Writing Desk Reception Desk Mahogany Georgian, 18th Century

H 44 in W 37 in D 24 in
1900s French Hotel Reception Double Face Desk Counter
Located in Roubaix, FR
Exceptional all original solid oak and original pine top French hotel reception desk counter with
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Oak, Pine

1900s French Hotel Reception Double Face Desk Counter
1900s French Hotel Reception Double Face Desk Counter

1900s French Hotel Reception Double Face Desk Counter

H 44.49 in W 85.44 in D 28.75 in
Early 20th Century Green Painted Pine Reception Shop Counter Desk for Harrods
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
She remains in a good untouched and original state and has been simply waxed to protect her idiosyncrasies. The original finish is worn in some areas, as photographed, at the areas o...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Pine

Early 20th Century Green Painted Pine Reception Shop Counter Desk for Harrods
Early 20th Century Green Painted Pine Reception Shop Counter Desk for Harrods

Early 20th Century Green Painted Pine Reception Shop Counter Desk for Harrods

H 38.5 in W 31.75 in D 25.5 in
English Antique Metal Hotel Post Box
Located in Lancashire, GB
mounted on the reception desk area in a hotel lobby, for the guests to post their mail. It is even
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Metal

English Antique Metal Hotel Post Box
English Antique Metal Hotel Post Box

English Antique Metal Hotel Post Box

Giltwood Marble Top Console Table, San Francisco Fairmont Hotel, Early 1900s
Located in San Francisco, CA
capacity today, or with minor modifications, as an especially memorable dry bar, reception desk, ceremonial
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Early 20th Century American Regency Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Marble

Giltwood Marble Top Console Table, San Francisco Fairmont Hotel, Early 1900s
Giltwood Marble Top Console Table, San Francisco Fairmont Hotel, Early 1900s

Giltwood Marble Top Console Table, San Francisco Fairmont Hotel, Early 1900s

H 37.63 in W 78.5 in D 28 in
18th Century North Italian Polychrome Painted Centre Table / Desk, circa 1780
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
to be placed centrally and may well have been used as a reception type desk in a foyer of sorts
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1780s Italian Rococo Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Cedar

18th Century North Italian Polychrome Painted Centre Table / Desk, circa 1780
18th Century North Italian Polychrome Painted Centre Table / Desk, circa 1780

18th Century North Italian Polychrome Painted Centre Table / Desk, circa 1780

H 31.5 in W 40.75 in D 22.75 in
Early American Black Painted Reception Desk, New England, Circa 1730-50
Located in Hallowell, US
Rare early American desk on frame, retaining original black paint with minor enhancing over the
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1740s American Colonial Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Pine

Early American Black Painted Reception Desk, New England, Circa 1730-50
Early American Black Painted Reception Desk, New England, Circa 1730-50

Early American Black Painted Reception Desk, New England, Circa 1730-50

H 50 in W 30.5 in D 18 in
Victorian Walnut Bar or Restaurant Reception Counter Desk
Located in Heathfield, East Sussex
A beautifully bespoke handmade piece of furniture of its period. This would look great in a club, restaurant, bar or indeed your home! The top when opens reveals a baized work area w...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Walnut Bar or Restaurant Reception Counter Desk
Victorian Walnut Bar or Restaurant Reception Counter Desk

Victorian Walnut Bar or Restaurant Reception Counter Desk

H 37 in W 28 in D 20.5 in
19th Century Victorian Brass Shop Reception Bell
Located in Umberleigh, Devon
A charming Victorian brass shop or reception bell, which has embossed decoration to its base and a
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1890s English Late Victorian Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Brass

19th Century Victorian Brass Shop Reception Bell
19th Century Victorian Brass Shop Reception Bell

19th Century Victorian Brass Shop Reception Bell

H 4.25 in Dm 2.75 in
Gothic Revival Counter
Located in Aurora, OR
Dark and lovely, this petite counter could double as a reception desk or even a bar. The “T” shaped
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Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Oak

Gothic Revival Counter
Gothic Revival Counter

Gothic Revival Counter

H 34.25 in W 22.25 in D 56 in

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Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light

Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light

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Located in Markington, GB
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Reception Desks

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Sought After circa 1910 Edwardian Vintage Gothic Wrought Iron Umbrella Stand

Sought After circa 1910 Edwardian Vintage Gothic Wrought Iron Umbrella Stand

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46% Off
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Located in London, GB
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Wrought Iron

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Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure

Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure

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Victorian Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Beehive Brass Bell
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Reception Desks

Materials

Brass

Victorian Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Beehive Brass Bell
Victorian Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Beehive Brass Bell

Victorian Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell, Beehive Brass Bell

$826
H 4 in Dm 3 in
Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
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Located in Amsterdam, NL
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Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Reception Desks

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Other

Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward

Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward

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H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 201.58 in
Large Antique English Brass Desk / Counter Bell c.1890
Located in Bath, GB
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1890s British Victorian Antique Reception Desks

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Brass

Large Antique English Brass Desk / Counter Bell c.1890
Large Antique English Brass Desk / Counter Bell c.1890

Large Antique English Brass Desk / Counter Bell c.1890

$516
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Located in Bath, GB
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Antique English Polished Brass Counter / Desk Bell c.1890

Antique English Polished Brass Counter / Desk Bell c.1890

$447
H 4.5 in W 4.5 in D 3.63 in
Brass Desk Top Model of a Kedge Admiralty Anchor
Located in London, GB
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Brass

Brass Desk Top Model of a Kedge Admiralty Anchor
Brass Desk Top Model of a Kedge Admiralty Anchor

Brass Desk Top Model of a Kedge Admiralty Anchor

$620
H 9 in W 6 in D 2 in
Lovely Brass Counter / Service Bell
Located in Red Lion, PA
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Brass

Lovely Brass Counter / Service Bell
Lovely Brass Counter / Service Bell

Lovely Brass Counter / Service Bell

$125
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Decorative Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell Made in a floral style in solid bras
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Decorative Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell Made in a floral style in solid brass, good and ready to use with a high pitched ding, the bell is 3” in diameter and 5” high TVY146
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1960s Arts and Crafts Antique Reception Desks

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Brass

Decorative Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell Made in a floral style in solid bras
Decorative Brass Courtesy Counter Top Bell Made in a floral style in solid bras

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$620
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Located in Chonburi, TH
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19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Reception Desks

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Bronze

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Antique Reception Desks For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique reception desks is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique reception desks — often made from wood, oak and brass — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of antique reception desks available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique reception desks made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Art Nouveau — are very popular at 1stDibs.

How Much are Antique Reception Desks?

Prices for antique reception desks start at $177 and top out at $6,708 with the average selling for $1,906.
Questions About Antique Reception Desks
  • What are antique desks called?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is an antique Davenport desk?
    2 Answers
    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.
  • How do I know if my roll top desk is antique?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How much is my antique secretary desk worth?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How do I know if my antique roll top desk?
    1 Answer
    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.

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