Antique Wicker Desk
Antique White Wicker Dressing Table / Desk & Chair Set
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Charming antique wicker vanity / desk with matching chair. Chair seat cushion has been
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19th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
Materials
Wicker
Wicker and Oak Library Table by Heywood Wakefield With Original Label
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Hudson, NY
Heywood Wakefield library table. With quarter sawn, oak top and woven wicker pedestal legs, apron
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Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Wicker Desk
Materials
Wicker, Oak
Unusual Carved Walnut Wood Inkwell from France, Circa 1880
Located in Dallas, TX
wicker basket on the right and a foliate block on the left. The wicker basket, which is embellished with
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1880s French Antique Wicker Desk
Materials
Walnut
Antique Wicker Vanity Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique white wicker vanity or desk chair with a skirted apron.
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Late 19th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
Materials
Wicker
French 19th Century Carved Walnut Farinerio Decorative Box with Floral Decor
Located in Atlanta, GA
medallion, the box is adorned with a wicker basket with flowers, delicately hand carved on the sliding door
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19th Century French Antique Wicker Desk
Materials
Walnut
H 18 in W 8.25 in D 3.75 in
Art Nouveau Italian Hand Painted Iron Folding Garden Scalloped Chairs and Stools
Located in Firenze, IT
the mastery in hand-crafting the iron as a faux wicker are superb and make one think of using these
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Wicker Desk
Materials
Iron
H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 14.18 in
"Japonisme" Vitrine Attributed to A. Giroux, France, Circa 1880
By Maison Giroux
Located in PARIS, FR
and gilded bronze ornaments representing dragons and birds. The sides are carved, like wicker woven
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1880s French Japonisme Antique Wicker Desk
Materials
Bronze
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Located in Gloucestershire, GB
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21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Antique Wicker Desk
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By Fritz Hansen
Located in Aarhus C, DK
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Located in Lisse, NL
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Wicker Desk
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Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage wicker reed/rattan table or writing desk with a wicker chair. Bothe pieces are early 19th century and freshly painted light grey. Excellent vintage condition.
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1930s American Antique Wicker Desk
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Reed, Wicker
Antique Victorian Heywood Wakefield School Rolled Arm Photographers Chair c1890
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Big Flats, NY
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Wicker Desk
Materials
Wicker
H 35.5 in W 27.5 in D 28 in
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Important Napoleon III Lion Inkwell, 19th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Office inkwell in Siena yellow marble and bronze Napoleon III 19th century
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Wicker Desk
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Art Deco Console or Dressing Table with Marble Top circa 1940
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
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1940s French Art Deco Antique Wicker Desk
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Marble
Vintage Wicker Dressing Table / Desk with Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
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20th Century Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker
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Located in Sheffield, MA
Bar Harbor style wicker desk in old white paint. Two-level wicker gallery with latticed reeding on
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
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Located in East Hampton, NY
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Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker, Wood
Antique Willow Wicker Desk
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
An antique writing desk woven of willow in a rich natural stain finish. The quarter sawn oak top
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1910s American Antique Wicker Desk
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Bar Harbor Wicker Desk/Vanity
Located in Sheffield, MA
White Bar Harbor style wicker vanity/writing desk. Two open wood shelves on either side, wicker
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
Wicker Wrting Table/Dressing Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
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Wood and Wicker Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charming small wicker desk with ebonized,lacquered wood top and divided drawer.
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
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Restored Shabby Chic Wicker and Rattan Secretary Desk with Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
White shabby chic wicker and rattan secretary desk with matching chair. This late Victorian desk
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Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker, Rattan
Antique Victorian White Wicker Rattan Small Vanity Writing Desk Table 2 Drawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian white wicker rattan small vanity writing desk table 2 drawers. Item features nice
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Early 20th Century North American Victorian Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker, Wood
H 30 in W 28.5 in D 17.25 in
Beautiful Architectural Wicker Table with Quartersawn Oak Top
By Heywood Brothers & Co.
Located in Hudson, NY
This is an exceptional Hayward Brothers wicker table with quartersawn oak top. Circa 1900 and an
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Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker, Oak
Heywood Bros & Co Oak Two-Tier Wicker and Oak Oval Table
By Heywood Brothers & Co.
Located in Milford, NH
A superb example of a wicker and oak two-tier oval side table with crescent shaped oak top tier and
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
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Oak, Wicker
Louis XVI style desk chair.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Louis XVI style desk chair"
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wicker Desk
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Located in Van Nuys, CA
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Early 1900s American Antique Wicker Desk
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Located in London, GB
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Wicker Desk
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1880s English Arts and Crafts Antique Wicker Desk
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Located in London, GB
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Wicker Desk
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Mahogany
H 29.53 in W 53.94 in D 27.96 in
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Located in London, GB
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1890s English Edwardian Antique Wicker Desk
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Mahogany
Antique Edwardian Marquetry Inlaid Desk Writing Table, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning antique Edwardian writing desk, circa 1890 in date and in the manner of the
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1890s English Edwardian Antique Wicker Desk
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Leather, Mahogany
Antique Inlaid Marquetry Mahogany Kidney Desk, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique Edwardian flame mahogany kidney shaped desk, circa 1900 in date.
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Early 1900s British Antique Wicker Desk
Restored Aesthetic Movement Tiger Tortoise Bamboo Secretary Hutch Desk
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Late VictoruiaTiger bamboo secretary desk with handwoven rice mat coverings and cut bamboo floral
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Early 1900s Antique Wicker Desk
Materials
Mahogany
Restored Aesthetic Movement Tiger Bamboo Secretary Desk with Rice Mat
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Tiger bamboo secretary desk with handwoven rice mat top, center drawer, Bottom shelf, three-tier
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Early 1900s Antique Wicker Desk
Materials
Bamboo
Rare Art Deco Amsterdam School Writing Table and Chair by Paul Bromberg
By Paul Bromberg, H. Pander
Located in Amsterdam, NL
oak, wicker and solid Macassar ebony knob on the drawer.
Marked with metal tag Pander.
In good
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Wicker Desk
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Macassar, Oak, Wicker
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 21.26 in
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Located in Miami Beach, FL
Late 19th century wicker chair has a 3 interlocking woven twisted inverted pear shapes to form its
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1890s American Victorian Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker
Antique Walnut Wood Black Forest Inkwell, circa 1900
Located in Dallas, TX
the inkwell, is a small wicker basket with a female bird resting upon a branch bearing fruit. To the
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Located in Paris, FR
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Located in Van Nuys, CA
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Early 20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Wicker Desk
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Bamboo
Restored Tiger Bamboo Secretary Desk, Aesthetic Movement
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Tiger bamboo secretary desk with handwoven rice mat coverings and cut bamboo floral sculpture along
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Early 20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Wicker Desk
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Bamboo
Arts & Crafts Wicker Desk
By Heywood Brothers & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Very stylish woven wicker desk, with oak writing surface top, top shows cosmetic wear to finish, as
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Wicker Desk
Materials
Wicker, Oak
Vintage Cottage-Style Willow Wicker Table or Desk
Located in Sheffield, MA
The vintage cottage-style stick wicker desk has woven rattan side panels and short turned legs. The
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Early 20th Century American Other Antique Wicker Desk
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Rattan, Wood
Restored Stick Rattan and Mahogany Secretary Desk with Side Shelving
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare dark stain finished stick rattan desk with a mahogany top. This late Victorian desk has an
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Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Wicker Desk
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Rattan, Mahogany
Restored Aesthetic Movement Tiger Bamboo Secretary Desk with Rice Mat Shelves
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Tiger Bamboo Secretary desk with handwoven rice mat top, center drawer, Bottom shelf, three-tier
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Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Wicker Desk
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Bamboo, Organic Material
H 52 in W 22.5 in D 16 in
Ornate Wicker Writing Desk Attributed to Heywood Brothers
By Heywood Brothers & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Sweet diminutive woven wicker writing desk with gallery backsplash and bowed side storage pockets
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker
Ornate Wicker Porch Swing Attributed to Heywood Brothers
By Heywood Brothers & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Unusual wicker porch swing designed to be suspended from the ceiling by chains (not included). The
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker
Ornate Wicker Settee Loveseat Sofa Attributed to Heywood Brothers Company
By Heywood Brothers & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Ornate Victorian wicker settee, loveseat sofa, attributed to Heywood Brothers Company. This example
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker
Pair of Ornate Wicker Lounge Chairs Attributed to Heywood Brothers
By Heywood Brothers & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary pair of ornate and decorative wicker lounge, armchairs, having woven leaf foliate
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker
Ornate Wicker Rocking Chair Attributed to Heywood Brothers Company
By Heywood Brothers & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Ornate wicker rocker having decorative woven leaves on the backrest. The chair is in very good
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker
Restored Tiger Bamboo Secretary Desk with Ricemat Covering, Aesthetic Movement
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Tiger bamboo secretary desk with handwoven rice mat coverings, center drawer and flip down front
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Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Wicker Desk
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Bamboo, Organic Material
H 45 in W 23 in D 15.5 in
Art Deco Modern Bakelite Pen or Cigarette Holder
Located in New York, NY
pens, pencils, loose cigarettes or other similar items. A great desk or tobacco accessory. Dimensions
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Wicker Desk
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Bakelite
Antique Deco Wicker Desk
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Deco Wicker Desk in original finish.
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
Wicker Desk
Located in Culver City, CA
Wicker desk with oak writing surface over a full length drawer. The wicker and wood surmount has
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
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Oak
Antique Wicker Desk and Chair
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Antique wicker desk and chair in fresh white paint. Desk measures: 39” by 24” and is 36” tall.
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1920s American Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker
Antique Willow Wicker Desk
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Early willow wicker desk in triple cross pattern. Fully skirted on three sides resting on pineapple
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
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Metal
Painted Victorian Wicker Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very heavy painted Victorian wicker desk. A sturdy piece with loads of charm and function. Has the
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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker, Wood
Antique Deco Wicker Desk and Chair
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Beautiful matching deco Wicker desk and chair in tightly woven reed. Matches separately listed sofa
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
ART DECO WICKER DESK/SERVER
Located in Sheffield, MA
Unusually long (54") Art Deco wicker desk which also could function as a dining room server
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
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Reed
ART DECO WICKER DESK & CHAIR
Located in Sheffield, MA
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Rare Drop Front Wicker Desk And Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
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Reed
1920S WICKER DESK
Located in Geneva, IL
1920S WICKER ONE DRAWER DESK
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
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STICK WICKER DESK
Located in Sheffield, MA
Original natural finished Stick Wicker one drawer writing table. Full paired reed side panels and
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
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Reed
Diminutive Wicker Desk and Chair c.1900
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Wonderful small Victorian writing desk and matching chair, perfect for a guest room or beach
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19th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
Adirondack Camp Large Red-Painted Antique Wicker Writing Desk
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Quechee, VT
Impressive-sized red-painted wicker writing desk, 1897-1921, from a camp in the Adirondack Park. It
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker, Oak
19th Century Wicker Writing Desk
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Victorian wicker writing desk in newly refreshed white paint. Originally had a piece of glass on
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19th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
American Wicker Natural Desk circa 1920s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a fantastic piece of Americana. This is a wonderful writing desk or even side table. It
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
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Reed, Wood
Wicker And Oak Library Table
Located in Stamford, CT
Large library table
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Early 20th Century Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker, Oak
Antique Wicker Library Table
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Beautiful fiber wicker table with oak shelves and side magazine pockets. Matches three piece set
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
Stick Wicker Library Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
Rectangular Stick Wicker library/writing table in black painted finish with natural stained wood
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
Bar Harbor Wicker Library Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
Bar Harbor wicker library table in original dark natural stain with age appropriate finish wear
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wicker Desk
Antique Lloyd Loom Desk and Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Antique Lloyd loom desk and chair in fresh white paint. Desk measures: 30” by 21” and is 35” tall.
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1920s American Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker
Wicker Dressing Table/Desk with Chair
Located in Sarasota, FL
Wicker Dressing Table or Desk, with one drawer, and matching Chair, painted pale green. Chair
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Early 20th Century Antique Wicker Desk
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Wicker
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Antique Wicker Desk For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic antique wicker desk available at 1stDibs. An antique wicker desk — often made from natural fiber, wicker and wood — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique wicker desk, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each antique wicker desk bearing Victorian, Art Deco or Arts and Crafts hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one antique wicker desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Carl Auböck, Heywood Brothers & Co. and Werkstätte Carl Auböck produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Antique Wicker Desk?
An antique wicker desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,450, while the lowest priced sells for $275 and the highest can go for as much as $3,880.
Questions About Antique Wicker Desk
- What is antique wicker made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antique wicker furniture is generally made from rattan. Rattan is a vine-like plant that is located in tropical regions. The bark of the rattan is used for furniture as it is durable, flexible and looks stylish. The core of the plant is also used in furniture-making, making it highly sustainable. Shop a collection of wicker furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.