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17th Century Italian Carved Walnut Table or Desk
Located in Bradenton, FL
17th century Italian walnut library table or writing desk. Desk features three drawers amongst
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Walnut
English Partner Desk, Writing Desk
Located in Berlin, DE
box, slightly protruding tabletop. Green writing surface decorated with extraordinary gold embossing
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Mahogany, Leather
Mahogany Writing Desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany and fruitwood inlaid ladies writing desk. The superstructure with central shelf flanked by
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Early 20th Century British Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Wood
Galvanized Writing Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unique writing desk is a rare find. The galvanized metal surface adds an industrial edge to a
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19th Century American Classical Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Steel
Boulle Writing Desk
Located in New York, NY
Well-proportioned French black lacquer and Boulle writing desk with metal gallery raised back
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19th Century French Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Tortoise Shell
French Tulipwood Writing Desk
Located in Cheltenham, GB
"Hutton-Clarke Antiques is delighted to present a stunning French Tulipwood Writing Desk, dating
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Mid-19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Tulipwood
Mahogany lady’s writing desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany and boxwood strung lady`s writing desk, the raised three quarter gallery above three
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Early 20th Century British Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Wood
Carlton House Writing Desk
Located in Greenwich, CT
A Carlton House writing desk in wonderful fiddlegrain mahogany with a D shaped platform surrounded
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1880s English Regency Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Mahogany
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 Writing Desks Desks
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Walnut, Oak
Mahogany inlaid writing desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany inlaid desk. The top with inset green leather surrounded by a mahogany inlaid border
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Early 20th Century British Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Wood
English Partner Desk, Writing Desk 1870, Mahogany
Located in Berlin, DE
Massive mahogany teilweise furniert. Balusterförmige Tischbeine. Beidseitig profilierter 2 Schübiger Zargenkasten, gering überstehende Tischplatte. Schreibfläche mit außergewöhnliche...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Leather, Mahogany
Antique Victorian Writing Desk
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sale this antique victorian oak library table, moulded top with gilt tooled leather, two drawers below with lip moulded edges and turned knobs. Raised on turn...
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Leather, Oak
Cupboard Writing Desk, 1840
Located in Milano, IT
Center unit finished on all four sides. Made of oak, it is completely veneered in mahogany feather and decorated with carved mahogany moldings and pilasters. Consisting of two doors ...
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1840s Italian Other Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Mahogany, Oak
French Charles X Writing Desk
Located in New Orleans, LA
The epitome of French elegance and style, this French Charles X-style writing desk takes the
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19th Century French Charles X Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Bronze
Louis XVI Style Writing Desk
Located in Austin, TX
Writing desk from France in the Louis XVI style. This piece has been ebonized and finished with a
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1920s French Louis XVI Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Brass
French Empire Style Writing Desk
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Large French burr elm empire style writing desk. 1900.
Kneehole is 23.5" wide x 27" high
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Early 20th Century French Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Elm
Italian Walnut Library Writing Desk
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Hutton-Clarke Antiques takes great pleasure in presenting this exquisite Italian writing desk
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19th Century Italian Rococo Revival Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Walnut
Antique Edwardian Desk / Writing Table
Located in London, GB
A lovely antique Edwardian desk / writing table, made in England and dating from around the 1890
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1890s British Edwardian Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Leather, Wood
19thC English Pine Writing Desk
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1890
19thC English pine writing desk
Measures: W119 x D73 x H68cm.
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19th Century Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Pine
19th Century Biedermeier Writing Desk
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Very beautiful desk. The desk is from the Biedermeier period and was covered with cherry veneer
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19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Cherry, Walnut
Antique Carved Wood Writing Desk
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular Antique Carved Wood Writing Desk. In good condition. This table has so many carved
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Early 19th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Wood
Mahogany Chippendale Style Writing Desk
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
19th Century mahogany chippendale style writing table in good condition, having been polished by
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1910s Chippendale Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Mahogany
Antique Victorian Writing Table / Desk
Located in London, GB
A smart and very well made antique Victorian period writing desk. This was made in England, it
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1880s British Victorian Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Leather, Wood
Antique Victorian Writing Table / Desk
Located in London, GB
A smart and very useful antique Victorian writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates
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1860s British High Victorian Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Leather, Wood
Rosewood Flip Top Writing Desk
Located in Malibu, CA
Antique European rosewood writing table. Hidden beneath the flip top, a desk in excellent condition
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Mid-19th Century Empire Revival Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Rosewood
Antique Georgian Writing Table / Desk
Located in London, GB
A fantastic antique Georgian writing table / desk of the highest order. This was made in England
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1820s British George III Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Wood
English Regency Mahogany Writing Desk
Located in New York, NY
19th century English Regency style mahogany writing table (desk) with inset green leather top above
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Late 19th Century English Regency Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Leather, Mahogany
Antique Edwardian Writing Table / Desk
Located in London, GB
A wonderful antique Edwardian inlaid writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Leather, Wood
19th Century Rosewood Writing Desk
Located in New York, NY
Hand-crafted in the 19th Century, this Louis XV-style desk is comprised of rosewood with decorative
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19th Century Louis XV Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Bronze
English 19th Century Writing Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
We love the design of this simple yet sophisticated mahogany desk! There is no storage in this desk
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19th Century English Other Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Mahogany
Régence Style Marquetry Writing Desk
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A magnificent and very rare Régence style marquetry inlaid grand bureau plat or writing desk
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Ormolu
French Empire Mahogany Writing Desk
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Mahogany construction with rectangular leather writing surface with gilt brass medallion pulls
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Brass
Antique Georgian Writing Bureau Desk
Located in London, GB
A lovely antique Period Georgian writing bureau. This was made in England, it dates from around the
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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Brass
Regency Desk Writing Table Mahogany 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Sheraton Revival Mahogany Writing Desk.
The term "Sheraton Revival" typically refers to a style of
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1880s Regency Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Mahogany
Royal Italian Writing Desk and Armchair
Located in New Orleans, LA
, center square of the desk, frieze, corners, carved lion’s heads and throughout the base. A writing slide
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19th Century Italian Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Mahogany
Spanish 19th century Writing Table - Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
A charming later 19th century Writing Table - Desk from the Catalan region of Spain. Soundly
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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Pine
Inlaid Parquetry Desk or Writing Table
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Elegant French Louis XV style parquetry writing desk with fitted interior and gilt mounts. Leather
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Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Brass
17th Century Spanish Writing Table - Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
An outstanding and very handsome 17th century Spanish Writing Table - Desk from the Catalan region
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17th Century European Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Chestnut, Walnut
19th Century mahogany inlaid writing desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
A superb quality 19th Century mahogany inlaid writing desk, the super structure comprising of three
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1890s British Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Mahogany
Mahogany Writing Desk of Chippendale Design
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany writing desk, of Chippendale design, the inset tooled leather writing surface, within an
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Early 20th Century British Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Mahogany
18th Century French Ladies Writing Desk
Located in Houston, TX
Elegant French ladies writing table, or desk made in the Louis XVI style.
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18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Wood
English Decorative Chinoiserie Bureau Writing Desk
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1900
English decorative chinoiserie bureau writing desk - Bonheur Du Jour. Great colour
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Early 1900s English Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Hardwood
Rare Italian Antique Walnut Writing Desk
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A rare and beautifully shaped antique walnut writing desk having carved curlicue stretchers and
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Walnut
Antique William IV Writing Table / Desk
Located in London, GB
An outstanding antique William IV writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from
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1830s British William IV Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Leather, Wood
18th Century Italian Writing Table, Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very handsome 18th century writing table - desk from Tuscany. Beautifully constructed from
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18th Century Italian Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Chestnut
English Bamboo Desk or Writing Table
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Charming 19th century three drawer desk featuring leather panels on top, foldout writing shelf
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Bamboo
Antique Georgian Period Writing Table / Desk
Located in London, GB
A charming and very well made antique Georgian writing table / desk. This was made in England, we
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Early 1800s British George III Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Leather, Wood
19th Century French Renaissance Writing Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Renaissance Writing Desk is a wonderful example of the genre, refined over the
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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Oak
Hon Stephen Tenant`s Writing Desk
Located in Dorking, GB
This superb and unusual pedestal writing desk was formerly owned and used by Stephen Tenant. It
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Mahogany
19th Century American Chippendale Writing Desk
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Nashville, TN
This 19th century American chippendale desk is a true masterpiece that will make a statement in any
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1880s American Chippendale Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Mahogany
19th Century French Oak Writing Desk
Located in High Point, NC
This oak desk was made in France in the 19th Century. An original concept for a standing height
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Brass
Victorian Desk Writing Table Mahogany 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Victorian Mahogany Writing Table.
Circa 1860
This Writing Table Features Lyre End Supports, a
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1860s Victorian Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Mahogany
Antique Figured Walnut Inlaid Bureau Desk, Writing Desk, Scotland 1810, H1166
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Figured Walnut Inlaid Bureau Desk, Writing Desk, Scotland 1810, H1166
Scotland 1810
Solid
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1810s Scottish Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Walnut
H 44 in W 39 in D 21 in
Antique Mahogany Writing Desk Dressing Table
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique fine quality C1910 mahogany writing desk or dressing table. Stamped W.FOWKES.
Solid
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1910s Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Wood
Biedermeier Writing Desk/ Side Table, Austria
Located in Antwerp, BE
This small Lady desk was crafted in Austria. The top is wonderfully smooth and displays the
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1870s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Brass
19th Century French Oak Writing Desk
Located in High Point, NC
19th century oak desk from France. The top is banded and has beveled and hand carved decorated
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Oak
Antique Edwardian Inlaid Writing Table / Desk
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and quite unusual antique Edwardian leather top writing table. This was made in England
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1890s British Edwardian Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Leather, Wood
George IV Pollard Oak Writing Desk
By George Smith
Located in London, GB
A very fine George IV pollard oak writing table, with original Moroccan red leather and exceptional
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19th Century English George IV Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Oak, Leather, Wood
Swedish Art Nouveau Style Oak Writing Desk
Located in Madrid, ES
Kidney-shaped oak writing desk with double chest of drawers with 8 drawers on each side. Wrought
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Writing Desks Desks
Materials
Iron
19th Century Figured Walnut Ladies Writing Desk.
Located in Nantwich, GB
Attractive rare Victorian ladies writing desk with two short drawers below two tambour roll tops
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Writing Desks Desks
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Wood
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Antique Writing Desks Desks For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique writing desks desks available for sale. Each of these unique antique writing desks desks was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, mahogany and metal. Antique writing desks desks have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique writing desks desks made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Louis XVI — are very popular at 1stDibs. Antique writing desks desks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Gillows of Lancaster & London, François Linke and Maple & Co. are consistently popular.
How Much are Antique Writing Desks Desks?
Prices for antique writing desks desks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique writing desks desks begin at $50 and can go as high as $1,584,241, while the average can fetch as much as $4,378.
Questions About Antique Writing Desks Desks
- What is a writing desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A writing desk with drawers is also called a secretary. It is a desk with drawers, one of which can be pushed out and the front of the desk lowered to create a flat writing surface. These writing desks have been made in a variety of styles over the years. Shop for a variety of writing tables with drawers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A small writing table is also called a davenport table or davenport desk. They normally feature a sloped or inclined top attached with hinges to the back of the table. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage davenport desks.
- 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023What an old-fashioned writing desk is called varies by design. Pieces with drop-down fronts are secretary desks (these are typically made of two parts: a chest of drawers on the bottom and a hutch or cupboard with shelves on the top), while ones that rest on two pillars, cabinets or bookcases are pedestal desks. A desk with a small writing surface positioned in front of drawers and cubbies is a bureau à gradin. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of desks.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary 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.
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