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Biedermeier Mahogany Ebonized and Parcel-Gilt Globe Form Work Desk
Located in New York, NY
Biedermeier (19th Century) globe-form work desk with a mahogany structure that opens to reveal a
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19th Century Biedermeier Antique Work Desk

Materials

Wood, Mahogany, Giltwood

Original Thomas Chippendale George III Hardwood Architect's Work Desk Table
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in GB
Architects writing table or desk A very fine, highly collectable and rare piece of English Georgian
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1780s English George III Antique Work Desk

Materials

Hardwood

Mahogany Genothalmic Cabinet by General Optical Co Roll Top Medical Work Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Mahogany Genothalmic Cabinet by General Optical Co. Roll Top Medical Work Desk Station
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Work Desk

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Antique Rustic French Painted Work Table
Located in Forney, TX
Patina Perfection!! A rustic French farmhouse work table from the 19th century. Featuring hand
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19th Century Antique Work Desk

Materials

Metal

Antique Rustic French Painted Work Table
Antique Rustic French Painted Work Table
H 27 in W 44.5 in D 27.5 in
Early 20th Century Iron Base Work Table
Located in Round Top, TX
industrial iron base is solid, allowing this to function as a desk, console, work or craft table. This rustic
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Antique Work Desk

Materials

Iron

Primitive 19th Century American Farm Work Table
Located in Forney, TX
Primitive perfection!! A charming antique American pine country farmhouse work table in original
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Early 19th Century American Country Antique Work Desk

Materials

Pine, Paint

Early 20th Century French Metal & Wooden Work Table
Located in High Point, NC
& Wooden Work Table. This robust table stands as a testament to enduring design, featuring a solid wood top
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Early 20th Century French Antique Work Desk

Materials

Metal

Rustic 19th Century Spanish Pine Work Bench Table
Located in Forney, TX
Patina perfection!! A rustic 19th century hand-crafted Spanish work table, in a distressed
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19th Century Rustic Antique Work Desk

Materials

Pine, Paint

Early 19th Century American Farmhouse Harvest Work Table
Located in Forney, TX
, writing desk, library table, workbench, palatial entry table, or oversized hall console, to name just a
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Early 19th Century American Primitive Antique Work Desk

Materials

Pine, Paint

Vintage Riveted Pedestal Desk
Located in Napa, CA
Vintage riveted pedestal desk from Belgium, dating back to the 1900's. Desk is cantilevered off a
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Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Work Desk

Materials

Steel

Vintage Riveted Pedestal Desk
Vintage Riveted Pedestal Desk
H 31 in W 82 in D 36 in
1930s Art Deco Raymond Patten Signed Industrial Kitchen Work Table
Located in Forney, TX
A fabulous original American Art Deco industrial Smartline kitchen work table, designed by Raymond
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Work Desk

Materials

Chrome, Enamel, Stainless Steel

18th Century George III Mahogany Architect's Desk on Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
English George III mahogany architect's/drafting desk or writing table, 18th century, having an
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18th Century Antique Work Desk

Materials

Brass

18th Century George III Mahogany Architect's Desk on Stand
18th Century George III Mahogany Architect's Desk on Stand
No Reserve
H 42 in W 21.25 in D 20.75 in
Antique Artist's Table/ Desk, One Drawer, Spain, 19th Century
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Huge antique table with single drawer that assumed to had been used at painter's atelier. Excellent taste that made with a long period of time.
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1880s Spanish Antique Work Desk

Materials

Wood

Original American Art Deco Industrial Steel Table / Desk / Kitchen Island
Located in Oakville, CT
great island or desk. Overall width 40.5", overall height 31.625, overall depth 29.25", center hole
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Work Desk

Materials

Iron

Victorian Soapstone Laboratory Writing Desk Bohemian Rustic Farmhouse Steel Fire
By Shaw Walker, Globe Wernicke
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful example of 19th century Laboratory (Institutional, Academia) Furniture. Writing desk with
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1920s American Industrial Antique Work Desk

Materials

Soapstone, Brass, Steel

Salvaged silver mine substantial industrial support horse desk bases
Located in Ferndale, MI
American made early 20 century. Shown with, 75 thick glass top available on request measures: 30 x 72.
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Work Desk

Materials

Steel

Vintage Industrial Oak Printing Press Desk Design Hamilton Typesetters WorkShop
Located in Hyattsville, MD
to the active grain old growth deep hued oak work surfaces. Fully Functional, Professionally
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Work Desk

Materials

Steel

19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk
By Wooton Desk Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a highly desirable and quite rare 19th century standard grade Wooton desk. This desk
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Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Work Desk

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk
19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk
H 64.5 in W 41.25 in D 31.25 in
Czech Vintage School Desks from D. G. Fischel & Söhne, Set of Two
By D. G. Fischell
Located in Wien, AT
. The small desk measures 58 cm tall and 57 cm in depth. The measurements for the width and the larger
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Early 20th Century Czech Jugendstil Antique Work Desk

Materials

Iron

Vintage F. Weber Co Pine Wood and Cast Iron Adjustable Drafting Table Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage F. Weber Co. Oak, Pine, and Cast Iron Adjustable Drafting Table. Item features a desirable top with paint and weathering, oak wood base, cast iron hardware, quality American...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Work Desk

Materials

Iron

Antique Slant-Front Drafting Desk Writing Table
Located in Forney, TX
architect's / architectural table, artist drawing board, office work desk, standing desk, engineer's desk
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Early 20th Century Louis XVI Antique Work Desk

Materials

Felt, Ebony, Burl, Rosewood, Palisander, Maple, Mahogany, Kingwood

Early Victorian Oak Escritoire Desk Oriental Tapestry Laptop Work Table Campaign
Located in GB
We are delighted to this very rare Victorian oak Escritoire drop front desk with Oriental tapestry
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19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Work Desk

Materials

Tapestry, Oak

Large 19th century Scandinavian pine painted table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Large 19th century Scandinavian pine painted table circa 1870. Hand painted work table with a 3
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Late 19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Work Desk

Materials

Pine, Paint

Antique A. Lietz Co. Maple Wood and Cast Iron Drafting Table c.1940-1947
By A. Lietz Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
. The table can be used as a tall dining table, desk or drafting table. The top swivels at any angle and
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Work Desk

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Wooden Worktable
Located in High Point, NC
Made in France during the 19th century, this antique work table features an unusual structure with
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19th Century French Industrial Antique Work Desk

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Wooden Worktable
19th Century French Wooden Worktable
H 35.9 in W 57.7 in D 24.2 in
Rustic Antique Farmhouse Harvest Spanish Table with drawer
Located in Miami, FL
, writing desk, kitchen island, prep work table, media TV stand, or even outside as a patio table for plants
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Late 19th Century Spanish French Provincial Antique Work Desk

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Walnut Sewing Table
Located in Bradenton, FL
lap desks. There is a large pierced carved pull out holding drawer under the work surface. The inside
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Mid-19th Century American Victorian Antique Work Desk

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Walnut Sewing Table
Victorian Walnut Sewing Table
H 30 in W 23 in D 16 in
8' Antique Store Counter, Showcase, Display Cabinet or Workstation
Located in Sheffield, MA
A late 19th / early 20th century industrial general store display case work or shop counter, having
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Early 20th Century Country Antique Work Desk

Materials

Marble

19th Century Adjustable Drafting Table on Cast Iron Base
Located in Sheffield, MA
Antique adjustable tilt-top table with cast iron base with painted wood work or table surface that
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Late 19th Century Antique Work Desk

Materials

Metal

Large 10 Foot Early 20th Century Library / Dining Table, Two Drawers, Regency
Located in Buffalo, NY
be an amazing dining ,farm table or even a desk ,,work space.Please see photos as to condition,,, has
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1920s American Regency Antique Work Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Hamilton Mfg. Co. Drafting Table with Footrest c.1930
Located in San Francisco, CA
, desk or drafting table. The top swivels at any angle and from either side. The whole table can be
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Work Desk

Materials

Steel, Iron

19th Century Directoire French Shop Counter
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
the front. Behind three useful storage drawers and a space for a use as a desk. circa 1840.
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Work Desk

Materials

Oak

19th Century Directoire French Shop Counter
19th Century Directoire French Shop Counter
H 32.29 in W 64.97 in D 19.69 in
Antique INDUSTRIAL Wooden WORKBENCH CABINET, c. 1920’s
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Jeweler’s or Watchmaker’s workbench but would make a fantastic standing desk, entryway cabinet or the
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1920s Industrial Antique Work Desk

Materials

Wood

Drafting Table Base with Marble Top
Located in Sheffield, MA
swivel. (Hospital bedside table, lectern, podium, music stand, desk, writing desk, night stands). base
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Late 19th Century Antique Work Desk

Materials

Carrara Marble, Iron

Vintage Carpentry Woodworking Pine Workbench Table
Located in Forney, TX
, including as originally intended as a functional work bench, repurposed as a kitchen island in an old
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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Work Desk

Materials

Steel, Iron

19thC Welsh Pine Post Office Sorting Counter /Table
Located in Staffordshire, GB
/ dresser or to use as a desk with a storage option. (Shown here with associated Post Office Letter rack
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1870s English Antique Work Desk

Materials

Pine

Quarter Sawn Oak and Cast Iron Drawing Table
Located in Peekskill, NY
with a unique ball jointed desk lamp. I think the lamp is European. The two items make a nice pair.
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Work Desk

Materials

Iron

19th Century Flat Desk with Two Pull-Out Extensions in Louis XVI Style
By Faubourg
Located in NICE, FR
not just a piece of furniture but a true ministerial-sized work desk, measuring 160 cm with 2 pull-out
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Work Desk

Materials

Bronze

Victorian Walnut Work Table
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut work table, the rectangular-shaped burr walnut lifts up top, opening to reveal a green
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Work Desk

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Walnut Work Table
Victorian Walnut Work Table
H 30 in W 24 in D 17 in
Boulle Work Bureau Plat
Located in Cheshire, GB
A fine Régence style Bureau plat in the Manner of André-Charles Boulle, inlaid all over with intricate brass embellishments on a red tortoiseshell ground and having ornate gilt metal...
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Early 20th Century French Antique Work Desk

Materials

Brass

Boulle Work Bureau Plat
Boulle Work Bureau Plat
H 30.5 in W 61 in D 31.5 in
Regency Mahogany Work / Sewing Table
Located in New York, NY
Regency mahogany work / sewing Table.
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Early 20th Century Antique Work Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Work / Sewing Table
Regency Mahogany Work / Sewing Table
H 27.5 in W 21 in D 14.5 in
French 19th Century Lady's Work Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This petite work table from 19th century France is full of charming elements within a compact
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19th Century French Empire Antique Work Desk

Materials

Metal

French 19th Century Lady's Work Table
French 19th Century Lady's Work Table
H 28.13 in W 20.25 in D 13.88 in
18th C. English Architect's Table w/Unique Legs, Expanding Top, & Candle Shelves
Located in Atlanta, GA
table from England would have originally been used as an architects work desk, complete with a pair of
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18th Century English Antique Work Desk

Materials

Wood

Unusual William IV Work and Writing Table
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn582 Excellent and very unusual William IV sewing table in rosewood, having three dummy drawers to frieze and one drawer which opens to reveal writing section with black leather and...
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1830s English William IV Antique Work Desk

Materials

Rosewood

Unusual William IV Work and Writing Table
Unusual William IV Work and Writing Table
H 29.14 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in
A Fine Regency Satinwood and Calamander Work Table
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1815 The rectangular overhanging top with broad calamander banding, over one frieze drawer fitted with chased brass knobs, set between recessed retangular panels above an ebon...
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1810s Regency Antique Work Desk

Materials

Brass

Arts & Crafts Adjustable Work Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
A work chair with strong Arts & Crafts design elements including exposed iron mechanics and solid
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Early 1900s English Antique Work Desk

Materials

Iron

Antique mahogany campaign desk
Located in Salisbury, GB
tooled leather writing surface, that makes for a great work area. It is unusual how the desk dismantles
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1890s English Campaign Antique Work Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Antique mahogany campaign desk
Antique mahogany campaign desk
H 30 in W 58.25 in D 31.5 in
Antique French Writing Desk
Located in Portland, OR
desk is all of this and more. Estimated to be from the late 1800's-early 1900's this desk showcases all
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Work Desk

Materials

Walnut, Oak

Antique French Writing Desk
Antique French Writing Desk
H 30.5 in W 59.25 in D 31.5 in
Antique Widdicomb Desk Chippendale
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Antique Widdicomb Chippendale Desk Made
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Early 20th Century Chippendale Antique Work Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Widdicomb Desk Chippendale
Antique Widdicomb Desk Chippendale
H 29 in W 42 in D 23 in
Antique Victorian Architects Desk
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and very unusual antique early Victorian architects desk. This was made in England, and
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Work Desk

Materials

Wood, Leather

Antique Victorian Architects Desk
Antique Victorian Architects Desk
H 32 in W 44 in D 20 in
Antique Ladies Work Table, English, Walnut, Writing, Waring & Gillow, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique lady of the house work table. An English, burr walnut and leather writing or
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Late 19th Century British Antique Work Desk

Materials

Walnut

Sculptural Cast Iron Pedestal and Glass Industrial Dining / Work Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural cast iron pedestal base and glass Industrial dining / work table. Beautiful patina on
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Early 1900s North American Industrial Antique Work Desk

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Empire Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A classically designed Empire style mahogany desk from France. This desk has a new inset green
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19th Century French Empire Antique Work Desk

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Empire Desk
French 19th Century Empire Desk
H 29.5 in W 57 in D 29.5 in
19th CENTURY LOUIS PHILIPPE DESK
Located in Firenze, FI
This desk is a refined piece of furniture made entirely of solid and feather walnut. The table top
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Early 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Work Desk

Materials

Wood, Nutwood

19th CENTURY LOUIS PHILIPPE DESK
19th CENTURY LOUIS PHILIPPE DESK
H 29.34 in W 53.75 in D 33.67 in
French 19th Century Architect's Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French 19th century ebonized wood architect's desk. Features elegant utilitarian lines and
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1880s French Antique Work Desk

Materials

Wood

French 19th Century Architect's Desk
French 19th Century Architect's Desk
H 38 in W 72.4 in D 31.1 in
Sculptural Cast Iron Pedestal and Glass Industrial Dining / Work Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural cast iron pedestal base and glass Industrial dining / work table. Beautiful patina on
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Early 1900s North American Industrial Antique Work Desk

Materials

Iron

Sculptural Cast Iron Pedestal and Glass Industrial Dining / Work Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural cast iron pedestal base and glass Industrial dining / work table. Beautiful patina on
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Early 1900s North American Industrial Antique Work Desk

Materials

Iron

A Dutch Bombe Bureau Desk
Located in Edenbridge, GB
Stylish Dutch 19th Century painted bombe bureau desk with wonderful carved lions paw feet and
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1880s Dutch Country Antique Work Desk

Materials

Wood

A Dutch Bombe Bureau Desk
A Dutch Bombe Bureau Desk
H 44.3 in W 53.94 in D 25.2 in
Italian Walnut Library Writing Desk
Located in Cheltenham, GB
appeal but also ensures its stability and durability. With a generous work surface, this writing desk
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19th Century Italian Rococo Revival Antique Work Desk

Materials

Walnut

Italian Walnut Library Writing Desk
Italian Walnut Library Writing Desk
H 30.71 in W 49.22 in D 38.98 in
19th Century Rosewood Writing Desk
Located in New York, NY
for the desk's age and use. Visible older restoration work. Losses to molding and veneer. Surface
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19th Century Louis XV Antique Work Desk

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Rosewood Writing Desk
19th Century Rosewood Writing Desk
H 39.25 in W 50.5 in D 25 in
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Antique Work Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique work desk for your home. An antique work desk — often made from wood, metal and softwood — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an antique work desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique work desk, those designed in Industrial, Victorian and Arts and Crafts styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique work desk over the years, but those crafted by Dietzgen, Brendan Bass and Thomas Chippendale are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Work Desk?

An antique work desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,615, while the lowest priced sells for $245 and the highest can go for as much as $33,701.
Questions About Antique Work Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A secretary desk works with the help of hinges that secure the writing surface to the rest of the piece. To use one, you simply pull down on the wooden door to open the hinge and lower the writing surface. Return the desk to its closed position by lifting the writing surface up. You'll find a selection of secretary desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    A typewriter desk works due to its unique design. Although pieces vary, most have a special storage area that sits at a comfortable level for typing. On many desks, a sliding door covers this compartment to keep the typewriter hidden from sight and free of dust. Shop a range of typewriter desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique compasses work with the use of magnets. Compasses use a magnetized needle that can rotate to line up with the Earth’s magnetic field, pointing towards the magnetic north. The basic concept of how compasses work has not changed over several centuries and magnetic compasses continue to work well today. Shop a variety of antique compasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique fob watch works with the help of a winding mechanism. Turning the winder puts tension on the clockwork gears, allowing them to move. Depending on the watch, you may wind it with a specially designed key or a winding crown located on the stem of the timepiece. You'll find a collection of antique fob watches on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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.
  • 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.