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Mid Century Modern Writing Table Desk, American, c.1960s
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid Century Modern walnut writing table desk, American, c.1960s. Surfboard top & floating cabinet
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Mid Century Modern Writing Table Desk, American, c.1960s
Mid Century Modern Writing Table Desk, American, c.1960s

Mid Century Modern Writing Table Desk, American, c.1960s

H 29 in W 62.5 in D 19.25 in
East India Dutch Company Captains Writing Desk
By Southeast Asia
Located in London, GB
A captivating piece of history, the Dutch East Indian Captain's Writing Desk. This extraordinary
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Antique 1730s Indonesian Dutch Colonial Desks

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Bone, Rosewood, Walnut

East India Dutch Company Captains Writing Desk
East India Dutch Company Captains Writing Desk

East India Dutch Company Captains Writing Desk

H 27.75 in W 46 in D 27.75 in
Antique Moorish Islamic Brass Bowl with Calligraphy Writing
Located in North Hollywood, CA
be proudly displayed in your home. Whether placed on a mantle, showcased in a glass cabinet, or used
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Antique 19th Century Asian Islamic Metalwork

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Brass

Antique Moorish Islamic Brass Bowl with Calligraphy Writing
Antique Moorish Islamic Brass Bowl with Calligraphy Writing

Antique Moorish Islamic Brass Bowl with Calligraphy Writing

H 4.25 in Dm 6 in
Vintage 1970's Grand Asian style Rolltop Desk/ Writing Desk
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Beautiful Vintage Mid Century 1970's Grand Rolltop Writing Desk with Asian Flair. Beautifully
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Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

Vintage 1970's Grand Asian style Rolltop Desk/ Writing Desk
Vintage 1970's Grand Asian style Rolltop Desk/ Writing Desk

Vintage 1970's Grand Asian style Rolltop Desk/ Writing Desk

H 52.5 in W 25.5 in D 56.25 in
Antique, Chinese Beech Wood Writing Desk, Vanity
Located in Pomona, CA
This unique writing desk has a multitude of drawers in the front and both sides and back are nicely
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

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Beech

Antique, Chinese Beech Wood Writing Desk, Vanity
Antique, Chinese Beech Wood Writing Desk, Vanity

Antique, Chinese Beech Wood Writing Desk, Vanity

H 35 in W 48 in D 26 in
Antique Gentleman's Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk Victorian, C.1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique gentleman's Davenport. An English, walnut and bird's eye maple writing cabinet
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Furniture

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Walnut

Antique Gentleman's Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk Victorian, C.1880
Antique Gentleman's Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk Victorian, C.1880

Antique Gentleman's Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk Victorian, C.1880

H 35.04 in W 22.84 in D 21.86 in
Korean Campaign Style Secrétaire Cabinet Chest with Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive Asian campaign style cabinet featuring two large front doors that open to reveal a drop
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20th Century Korean Campaign Furniture

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Brass

Korean Campaign Style Secrétaire Cabinet Chest with Desk
Korean Campaign Style Secrétaire Cabinet Chest with Desk

Korean Campaign Style Secrétaire Cabinet Chest with Desk

H 50.5 in W 34.5 in D 25.5 in
Chinese Antique 39 Drawers Apothecary Medicine Herbal Cabinet
Located in Pomona, CA
writing herb names as each drawer had divided three sections inside. You may store jewelry , or other
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

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Elm

Chinese Antique 39 Drawers Apothecary Medicine Herbal Cabinet
Chinese Antique 39 Drawers Apothecary Medicine Herbal Cabinet

Chinese Antique 39 Drawers Apothecary Medicine Herbal Cabinet

H 84.5 in W 43.5 in D 23 in
Louis XV Style Walnut Root Cabinet 19th Century
Located in Milano, IT
Splendid French writing cabinet from the Louis XV period from the 19th century. The cabinet has
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Antique Early 1800s French Empire Revival Antiquities

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Wood

Louis XV Style Walnut Root Cabinet 19th Century
Louis XV Style Walnut Root Cabinet 19th Century

Louis XV Style Walnut Root Cabinet 19th Century

H 95.28 in W 43.31 in D 18.51 in
Mid-Century Modern Asian-Influenced Pagoda Desk by The Northern Furniture Co.
By RWAY
Located in Lafayette, IN
Rare pagoda writing desk by The Northern Furniture Company /Rway. Desk features a floating, pagoda
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Silver

Mid-Century Modern Asian-Influenced Pagoda Desk by The Northern Furniture Co.
Mid-Century Modern Asian-Influenced Pagoda Desk by The Northern Furniture Co.

Mid-Century Modern Asian-Influenced Pagoda Desk by The Northern Furniture Co.

H 30 in W 48 in D 18.5 in
Antique Pewter Inlaid Burl Amboyne Coromandel Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box 19Ct
Located in Dublin, Ireland
English early Travelling Writing Slope of outstanding quality and unusually large proportions, with quite
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Desks

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Brass

Antique Pewter Inlaid Burl Amboyne Coromandel Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box 19Ct
Antique Pewter Inlaid Burl Amboyne Coromandel Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box 19Ct

Antique Pewter Inlaid Burl Amboyne Coromandel Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box 19Ct

H 6.25 in W 16 in D 9.75 in
Georgian Secretaire Bookcase Desk Mahogany 1800
Located in Potters Bar, GB
, great piece as both a desk and a bookcase Top half features the glass fronted cabinet for books and
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Antique Early 1800s Furniture

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Mahogany

Georgian Secretaire Bookcase Desk Mahogany 1800
Georgian Secretaire Bookcase Desk Mahogany 1800

Georgian Secretaire Bookcase Desk Mahogany 1800

H 80 in W 41 in D 21 in
18th Century Chinese Export Lacquer Chinoiserie Bureau Desk for the Dutch Market
Located in Amsterdam, NL
first shipment box also contained a ‘cabinet’ or ‘writing office’, and in it had been packed a table-top
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Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Lacquer

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Wood, Cypress, Lacquer

18th Century Chinese Export Lacquer Chinoiserie Bureau Desk for the Dutch Market
18th Century Chinese Export Lacquer Chinoiserie Bureau Desk for the Dutch Market

18th Century Chinese Export Lacquer Chinoiserie Bureau Desk for the Dutch Market

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H 46.46 in W 40.36 in D 24.81 in
Mid-Century Asian Modern Low Profile Black Lacquer Side Tables / Chests -Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
draw leaf writing surface. The lacquer finish is vintage. They are unmarked and in very good condition
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid-Century Asian Modern Low Profile Black Lacquer Side Tables / Chests -Pair
Mid-Century Asian Modern Low Profile Black Lacquer Side Tables / Chests -Pair

Mid-Century Asian Modern Low Profile Black Lacquer Side Tables / Chests -Pair

H 25.5 in W 30 in D 22 in
Antique Islamic Brass Bowl Fine Metalwork Hand Etched Bowl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
calligraphy writing and geometric designs on brass vessel.Very Intricate fine Middle eastern Moorish Islamic
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Antique 19th Century Turkish Islamic Metalwork

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Brass

Antique Islamic Brass Bowl Fine Metalwork Hand Etched Bowl
Antique Islamic Brass Bowl Fine Metalwork Hand Etched Bowl

Antique Islamic Brass Bowl Fine Metalwork Hand Etched Bowl

H 4 in Dm 7.25 in
Vintage Burl Mahogany Tansu Chest with Paper Antique Calligraphy Lining
Located in Lomita, CA
history through its design. The inside of the cabinet and the back side are covered in Chinese calligraphy
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass

Vintage Burl Mahogany Tansu Chest with Paper Antique Calligraphy Lining
Vintage Burl Mahogany Tansu Chest with Paper Antique Calligraphy Lining

Vintage Burl Mahogany Tansu Chest with Paper Antique Calligraphy Lining

H 20.5 in W 21 in D 15 in
French Country Blue Painted Secretary
Located in Westwood, NJ
Antiqued blue painted secretary bookcase with an unusual folding writing surface that can convert
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Country Secretaires

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Wood

French Country Blue Painted Secretary
French Country Blue Painted Secretary

French Country Blue Painted Secretary

H 89 in W 37 in D 19 in
French Country Painted Secretary
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French Country-style white washed painted secretary bookcase with an unusual folding writing
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Secretaires

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Wood

French Country Painted Secretary
French Country Painted Secretary

French Country Painted Secretary

H 89 in W 37 in D 19 in
Circa 1780 George III Period Bureau Bookcase, English
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
(some "teeth" restored). Leather (replaced in the early 20th century) writing surface. The interior
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Bookcases

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Glass, Wood

Circa 1780 George III Period Bureau Bookcase, English
Circa 1780 George III Period Bureau Bookcase, English

Circa 1780 George III Period Bureau Bookcase, English

H 86.38 in W 42.5 in D 19.5 in
Circa 1780-1810 American Slant-Front Desk
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
apparently original bail & rosette brass pulls. Old round mar near one fall front lid hinge on the writing
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Antique Late 18th Century American Late Victorian Desks

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Wood, Cherry, Birch

Circa 1780-1810 American Slant-Front Desk
Circa 1780-1810 American Slant-Front Desk

Circa 1780-1810 American Slant-Front Desk

H 41 in W 41.25 in D 21.75 in
Regency Style Maitland Smith Mahogany Faux Partners Desk Leather & Brass Details
By Maitland Smith
Located in Topeka, KS
style faux partners or writing desk by Maitland-Smith comprised of a magnificent two-toned mahogany
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Late 20th Century Philippine Regency Revival Desks

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Brass

Regency Style Maitland Smith Mahogany Faux Partners Desk Leather & Brass Details
Regency Style Maitland Smith Mahogany Faux Partners Desk Leather & Brass Details

Regency Style Maitland Smith Mahogany Faux Partners Desk Leather & Brass Details

H 29.5 in W 60 in D 36 in
Late 19th Century Military Campaign Chest of Drawers, Secretary, Victorian, 1890
Located in Greven, DE
leather-covered writing surface that can be set up at an angle. To the left and right of it are lockable
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Secretaires

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Brass

Late 19th Century Military Campaign Chest of Drawers, Secretary, Victorian, 1890
Late 19th Century Military Campaign Chest of Drawers, Secretary, Victorian, 1890

Late 19th Century Military Campaign Chest of Drawers, Secretary, Victorian, 1890

H 53.15 in W 36.23 in D 20.48 in
Clouds Drawer Designed by Thomas Dariel
Located in Geneve, CH
the writing desk that traditionally served to write letters by hand. Along with the primary function
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2010s French Modern Shelves

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Wood

Clouds Drawer Designed by Thomas Dariel
Clouds Drawer Designed by Thomas Dariel

Clouds Drawer Designed by Thomas Dariel

H 57.88 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Clouds Drawer Designed by Thomas Dariel
Located in Geneve, CH
of the writing desk that traditionally served to write letters by hand. Along with the primary
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2010s French Modern Shelves

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Wood

Clouds Drawer Designed by Thomas Dariel
Clouds Drawer Designed by Thomas Dariel

Clouds Drawer Designed by Thomas Dariel

H 57.88 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Clouds Drawer Designed by Thomas Dariel
Located in Geneve, CH
version of the writing desk that traditionally served to write letters by hand. Along with the primary
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2010s French Modern Shelves

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Wood

Clouds Drawer Designed by Thomas Dariel
Clouds Drawer Designed by Thomas Dariel

Clouds Drawer Designed by Thomas Dariel

H 57.88 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Mastercraft 16 Piece Wall Unit
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in Hanover, MA
Very rare cabinet storage unit for living or bedroom by William Doezema for Mastercraft Originals
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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mastercraft 16 Piece Wall Unit
Mastercraft 16 Piece Wall Unit

Mastercraft 16 Piece Wall Unit

H 79 in W 132 in D 19 in
Contemporary Valentina Giovando Chest of Drawers Wood Zinc Silver Purple
By Valentina Giovando
Located in Milano, IT
its name from a writing by the Russian poet Marina Cvetaeva, it is part of the "Parlami d'Amore" (Tell
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Zinc, Bronze

Contemporary Valentina Giovando Chest of Drawers Wood Zinc Silver Purple
Contemporary Valentina Giovando Chest of Drawers Wood Zinc Silver Purple

Contemporary Valentina Giovando Chest of Drawers Wood Zinc Silver Purple

H 35.44 in W 55.12 in D 18.51 in
Antique Burr Walnut Writing Box by Betjemann with Rare Secret Compartment
By George Betjemann & Sons
Located in Northampton, GB
Retailed by Charles Henry, Manchester From our Writing Box collection, we are delighted to offer
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Antique Burr Walnut Writing Box by Betjemann with Rare Secret Compartment
Antique Burr Walnut Writing Box by Betjemann with Rare Secret Compartment

Antique Burr Walnut Writing Box by Betjemann with Rare Secret Compartment

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H 5.9 in W 14.57 in D 11 in
Antique Burr Walnut Decanter Box Betjemann
By George Betjemann & Sons
Located in Northampton, GB
and tasselled key. George Betejemann & Sons was a celebrated British firm of cabinet makers and
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Antique Late 19th Century British High Victorian Decorative Boxes

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Bronze

Antique Burr Walnut Decanter Box Betjemann
Antique Burr Walnut Decanter Box Betjemann

Antique Burr Walnut Decanter Box Betjemann

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H 11.4 in W 15 in D 9.65 in
18th/19th Century Spanish Colonial Carved Polychrome Wood Santo Altar Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
proclaimed Teresa the first female Doctor of the Church in recognition of her writing and teaching on prayer
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Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Colonial Sculptures and Carvings

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Gesso, Wood, Paint

18th/19th Century Spanish Colonial Carved Polychrome Wood Santo Altar Sculpture
18th/19th Century Spanish Colonial Carved Polychrome Wood Santo Altar Sculpture

18th/19th Century Spanish Colonial Carved Polychrome Wood Santo Altar Sculpture

H 19.5 in W 7.75 in D 7.5 in

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By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
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H 44.49 in W 32.68 in D 21.26 in
British Colonial Leather Top Partners Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive 19th century British colonial partners desk hand crafted in well grained mahogany with a tooled leather top on a case with three drawers on either side over two pedestals ...
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Antique 19th Century English British Colonial Desks

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Leather, Mahogany

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H 31.5 in W 62 in D 38 in
Walnut Hunt Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage walnut hunt table. Dimensions: 28"H x 18"D x 72" from end to end x 35" deep overall.
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Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

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Danish Modern Rosewood Writing Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood mid-century desk, circa 1960's. Sleek uncluttered design with bookmatched veneer top. Four locking drawers with beautiful grain match up!
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Danish Modern Rosewood Writing Desk
Danish Modern Rosewood Writing Desk

Danish Modern Rosewood Writing Desk

H 29.5 in W 59.5 in D 31.5 in
WARING & GILLOW PARIS THOMAS CHIPPENDALE TASTE LiBRARY DESK BROWN LEATHER TOP
By Waring & Gillow
Located in GB
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Hardwood

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H 28.94 in W 46.86 in D 25.2 in
Vintage Classroom Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage classroom desk and chair that has been beautifully refinished. The chair rests on a swiveling base, and the desktop raises to reveal a large storage compartment with an adjus...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

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H 29 in W 34 in D 24 in
Iznik Tile Panel
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Persian tiles in a wood frame, mounted on a board with cement. Some of the tiles have been repaired.
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Early 20th Century Asian Decorative Art

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Concrete

Iznik Tile Panel
Iznik Tile Panel

Iznik Tile Panel

H 52.5 in W 36 in D 2 in
Anglo Indian Style Carved Sunburst Back Armchairs
Located in Rochester, NY
A pair of Anglo Indian style armchairs in a faux grained rosewood like finish w/ beautifully detailed carved sunburst backs / finely reeded legs / swooping curved arms / original tig...
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Mid-20th Century Anglo-Indian Armchairs

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Cane, Wood

Anglo Indian Style Carved Sunburst Back Armchairs
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H 35 in W 22 in D 22 in
19th Century Anglo Indian Rosewood Box
Located in Tampa, FL
An Anglo Indian Rosewood box circa late 19th century. The gilt design of florals and scrolls on the top carriers through to all four sides so will display nicely on a desk or table. ...
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19th Century Anglo Indian Rosewood Box
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H 4 in W 7 in D 5 in
Middle Eastern Hand-Etched Islamic Footed Brass Bowl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large Middle Eastern Islamic finely hand-etched brass memorial footed bowl decorated with medallions with Islamic calligraphy inscriptions and scene of wild animals. Moorish style he...
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Middle Eastern Hand-Etched Islamic Footed Brass Bowl
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Wood Lovig Desk
By Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Phoenix, AZ
The iconic Løvig teak flip top desk designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen, 1960s, Denmark. It’s versatile in that the back shelf can flip down on its brass hinges to create a larger work s...
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Teak

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Wood Lovig Desk
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Style Inlaid Carved Cherry Bonheur du Jour
Located in New Orleans, LA
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Brass, Ormolu

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H 47 in W 30 in D 17.75 in
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By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unusual office desk with storage cabinet space. Paul McCobb style maple wood, cone legs and grass cloth cabinet. Please confirm location.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Maple

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Middle Eastern Brass Bowl with Egyptian Scene
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Middle Eastern Egyptian bowl hand-etched and hammered brass. Early 20th century Egyptian brass vessel bowl. Engraved and hand-chased repousse with Egyptian arabesque designs on bra...
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Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern desk by Tri Bond Furniture, with floating top and finished back. Please confirm location NY or NJ.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

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H 29.5 in W 60 in D 25 in
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Located in North Hollywood, CA
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Located in London, Middlesex
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Located in Dublin, IE
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English Regency Mahogany Library Writing Table by Holland & Sons

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Located in GB
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Antique Pagoda Hand Carved Top to Bottom Chinese Temple Cabinet Silk Inside

Antique Pagoda Hand Carved Top to Bottom Chinese Temple Cabinet Silk Inside

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By James Mont
Located in Chula Vista, CA
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Located in London, GB
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Located in London, GB
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Antique Lady's Rosewood and Marquetry Cylinder Bureau, circa 1880

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Located in Nantucket, MA
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Located in London, GB
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Early 20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Antique Edwardian Rosewood Inlaid Davenport c.1900
Antique Edwardian Rosewood Inlaid Davenport c.1900

Antique Edwardian Rosewood Inlaid Davenport c.1900

H 35.04 in W 21.26 in D 21.66 in
Antique French Louis XV Revival Marquetry Bureau, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
small drawers and a pull out writing surface fitted with the original inset leather, so there is ample
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Antique 1870s French Desks and Writing Tables

Antique French Louis XV Revival Marquetry Bureau, circa 1870
Antique French Louis XV Revival Marquetry Bureau, circa 1870

Antique French Louis XV Revival Marquetry Bureau, circa 1870

H 39.77 in W 27.96 in D 16.93 in
Asian Solid Rosewood Double Pedestal Desk Vintage
Located in Topeka, KS
Vintage Asian solid rosewood double pedestal desk. In excellent vintage condition and it breaks
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Asian Solid Rosewood Double Pedestal Desk Vintage
Asian Solid Rosewood Double Pedestal Desk Vintage

Asian Solid Rosewood Double Pedestal Desk Vintage

H 33.5 in W 51.5 in D 26 in
Stacked Asian Black Lacquer and Gold Stacked Chests
Located in Houston, TX
. The chests have Asian writing the backs.
Category

Late 20th Century Asian Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Stacked Asian Black Lacquer and Gold Stacked Chests
Stacked Asian Black Lacquer and Gold Stacked Chests

Stacked Asian Black Lacquer and Gold Stacked Chests

H 34.5 in W 27.5 in D 19 in
Writing Desk by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman
Located in New York, NY
Bleached Oak w/ Hunter Green Top & Pulls. Asian Styling.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Desks

Writing Desk by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman
Writing Desk by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman

Writing Desk by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman

H 30 in W 47.5 in D 24 in
Pair of Asian Tall Side Cabinets
Located in East Hampton, NY
side tables. Featuring many small interior drawers and incredibly subtle Asian scenes in inlaid mother
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Early 20th Century Asian Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Pair of Asian Tall Side Cabinets
Pair of Asian Tall Side Cabinets

Pair of Asian Tall Side Cabinets

H 38.5 in W 13.75 in D 14.5 in
Vintage Maddox Chinoiserie, Black Lacquer, Slant-Front Writing Desk
Located in Houston, TX
The Vintage Maddox Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Slant-Front Writing Desk is a captivating piece of
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Desks

Materials

Wood, Paint, Lacquer

Vintage Maddox Chinoiserie, Black Lacquer, Slant-Front Writing Desk
Vintage Maddox Chinoiserie, Black Lacquer, Slant-Front Writing Desk

Vintage Maddox Chinoiserie, Black Lacquer, Slant-Front Writing Desk

H 40 in W 24.5 in D 16.5 in
Bone Lacquered Writing Desk With Gold Leafed Trim Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Off white lacquered desk with asian flair. Single pencil drawer for storage.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Desks

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Bone Lacquered Writing Desk With Gold Leafed Trim Band
Bone Lacquered Writing Desk With Gold Leafed Trim Band

Bone Lacquered Writing Desk With Gold Leafed Trim Band

H 29 in W 54 in D 27 in
Theodore Alexander French Louis XV Writing Desk Bureau Houses Laptop
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
Alexander leather inlaid writing desk bureau This is part of a suite, we have six items all matching
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Desks

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Theodore Alexander French Louis XV Writing Desk Bureau Houses Laptop
Theodore Alexander French Louis XV Writing Desk Bureau Houses Laptop

Theodore Alexander French Louis XV Writing Desk Bureau Houses Laptop

H 35.04 in W 23.23 in D 15.16 in
Chinese Scholar’s Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
This letter cabinet was systematically designed to keep documents and writing implements such as
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Furniture

Materials

Elm

Chinese Scholar’s Chest
Chinese Scholar’s Chest

Chinese Scholar’s Chest

H 36 in W 36 in D 15 in
1960s Danish Teak Royal System by Poul Cadovius
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Victoria, BC
remarkable piece showcases a fully wall-mounted design, incorporating a drop-front writing/mixing surface, a
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

1960s Danish Teak Royal System by Poul Cadovius
1960s Danish Teak Royal System by Poul Cadovius

1960s Danish Teak Royal System by Poul Cadovius

H 80 in W 98.5 in D 19.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Bookcase Hutch with Secretary Bar and Storage Cabinet
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Chattanooga, TN
versatility. The open shelving makes it useful as a bookcase. The drop down door cabinet can be used as a
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Bookcase Hutch with Secretary Bar and Storage Cabinet
Mid-Century Modern Bookcase Hutch with Secretary Bar and Storage Cabinet

Mid-Century Modern Bookcase Hutch with Secretary Bar and Storage Cabinet

H 70.25 in W 30.88 in D 17.38 in
1960's Mid-Century Modern Three-Part Founders Cabinet in Solid Pecan
By Jack Cartwright
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Jack Cartwright. The cabinet with woven cane panels rests on a display/bookcase section with drop-front
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Cane, Wood

1960's Mid-Century Modern Three-Part Founders Cabinet in Solid Pecan
1960's Mid-Century Modern Three-Part Founders Cabinet in Solid Pecan

1960's Mid-Century Modern Three-Part Founders Cabinet in Solid Pecan

H 80.75 in W 26.88 in D 18 in
Emerald Green Lacquer Hand Painted Chinoiserie Secretary Desk China Cabinet
Located in West Hartford, CT
hand painted gold figural scenes on an Asian landscape. Top section has two doors that open to glass
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Vintage 1940s Chinese Chinoiserie Secretaires

Materials

Paint, Leather, Wood

Emerald Green Lacquer Hand Painted Chinoiserie Secretary Desk China Cabinet
Emerald Green Lacquer Hand Painted Chinoiserie Secretary Desk China Cabinet

Emerald Green Lacquer Hand Painted Chinoiserie Secretary Desk China Cabinet

H 86 in W 48 in D 21 in
Early 20th Century Guatemalan Cabinet or Wardrobe with Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cedro (tropical hardwood) cabinet or wardrobe with Asian inspired carved designs on doors. Interior
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Early 20th Century Guatemalan International Style Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Hardwood

Early 20th Century Guatemalan Cabinet or Wardrobe with Drawers
Early 20th Century Guatemalan Cabinet or Wardrobe with Drawers

Early 20th Century Guatemalan Cabinet or Wardrobe with Drawers

H 67 in W 55 in D 24 in
Updated Neo Classic Buffet
Located in Westwood, NJ
up the style quotient of any space. The large cabinet with its crisp Neo Classic lines and soft
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Buffets

Materials

Wood

Updated Neo Classic Buffet
Updated Neo Classic Buffet

Updated Neo Classic Buffet

H 35 in W 80.5 in D 18.5 in
Antique Edwardian Rosewood Inlaid Davenport circa 1890
Located in London, GB
beautiful antiqued coral leather writing surface which has gilt-tooled decoration. The inlaid urn and swags
Category

Antique 19th Century English Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Edwardian Rosewood Inlaid Davenport circa 1890
Antique Edwardian Rosewood Inlaid Davenport circa 1890

Antique Edwardian Rosewood Inlaid Davenport circa 1890

H 37.01 in D 23.23 in
Koa Wood Desk by Johan Tapp for Gumps
By Johan Tapp
Located in Dorchester, MA
Johan Tapp created this beautiful writing desk for San Francisco emporium Gumps, who sold it as a
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Koa Wood Desk by Johan Tapp for Gumps
Koa Wood Desk by Johan Tapp for Gumps

Koa Wood Desk by Johan Tapp for Gumps

H 30.25 in W 44.5 in D 29 in
18th Century English Tall Secretary with Original chinoiserie 'Inside Too!'
Located in Atlanta, GA
exotic Asian landscapes, florals, and birds. The chinoiserie interior allows the perfect opportunity to
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Secretaires

Materials

Wood

18th Century English Tall Secretary with Original chinoiserie 'Inside Too!'
18th Century English Tall Secretary with Original chinoiserie 'Inside Too!'

18th Century English Tall Secretary with Original chinoiserie 'Inside Too!'

H 85 in W 37.5 in D 21 in
Early 20th Century Lacquered Wood Chinoiserie Desk with Mother of Pearl Inlay
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Early 20th century beautiful writing desk. This desk is unique on 1stdibs! You won't find another
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Vintage 1920s French Desks

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Early 20th Century Lacquered Wood Chinoiserie Desk with Mother of Pearl Inlay
Early 20th Century Lacquered Wood Chinoiserie Desk with Mother of Pearl Inlay

Early 20th Century Lacquered Wood Chinoiserie Desk with Mother of Pearl Inlay

H 33.08 in W 48.04 in D 26.78 in
Early 19th Century, English Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
, including a fitted standish drawer with inkwells & pigeon hole drawers. The writing surface now in black
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Secretaires

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Early 19th Century, English Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Early 19th Century, English Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

Early 19th Century, English Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

H 89.5 in W 51.25 in D 23.25 in
Antique Regency Rosewood Chiffonier Sideboard, circa 1820
Located in London, GB
lined writing surface. This fabulous cabinet is surmounted with a fabulous white " Marmo di Carrara
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Antique Early 19th Century English Sideboards

Antique Regency Rosewood Chiffonier Sideboard, circa 1820
Antique Regency Rosewood Chiffonier Sideboard, circa 1820

Antique Regency Rosewood Chiffonier Sideboard, circa 1820

H 39.38 in W 66.54 in D 18.51 in
Antique Kingwood and Rosewood Secretaire Abattant, circa 1820
Located in London, GB
as well as a light brown leathered writing surface. There is a useful frieze drawer and the base
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Secretaires

Antique Kingwood and Rosewood Secretaire Abattant, circa 1820
Antique Kingwood and Rosewood Secretaire Abattant, circa 1820

Antique Kingwood and Rosewood Secretaire Abattant, circa 1820

H 55.52 in W 35.44 in D 16.15 in
Antique French Vernis Martin Bureau de Dame, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
1880 in date. The drop flap opens to reveal three drawers, a well and a leather inset writing
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Antique 1880s French Secretaires

Materials

Ormolu

Antique French Vernis Martin Bureau de Dame, circa 1880
Antique French Vernis Martin Bureau de Dame, circa 1880

Antique French Vernis Martin Bureau de Dame, circa 1880

H 37.41 in W 35.04 in D 18.51 in
Antique French Vernis Martin Cylinder Bureau de Dame, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
burgundy leather writing surface. The top with an attractive three quarter brass gallery and three
Category

Antique 1870s French Secretaires

Antique French Vernis Martin Cylinder Bureau de Dame, circa 1870
Antique French Vernis Martin Cylinder Bureau de Dame, circa 1870

Antique French Vernis Martin Cylinder Bureau de Dame, circa 1870

H 42.13 in W 31.11 in D 22.05 in
Antique French Secretaire Abattant Mother of Pearl 1880
Located in London, GB
ebonised and brass inlaid drawers and a rosewood shelf with a coral colured velvet writing surface. There
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Antique French Secretaire Abattant Mother of Pearl 1880
Antique French Secretaire Abattant Mother of Pearl 1880

Antique French Secretaire Abattant Mother of Pearl 1880

H 53.55 in W 29.14 in D 13.78 in
19th Century Coromandel Writing Slope by Betjemann & Sons
By George Betjemann & Sons
Located in London, GB
A very fine antique Victorian Coromandel writing Slope made by the world famous London box makers
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

19th Century Coromandel Writing Slope by Betjemann & Sons
19th Century Coromandel Writing Slope by Betjemann & Sons

19th Century Coromandel Writing Slope by Betjemann & Sons

H 5.91 in W 14.57 in D 11.03 in
Antique Coromandel Irish Dublin Writing Set, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
Leinster House that year "for his ornamental Buhl cabinets and writing desks". In 1857, George Junior
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Antique 1880s English Decorative Boxes

Antique Coromandel Irish Dublin Writing Set, circa 1880
Antique Coromandel Irish Dublin Writing Set, circa 1880

Antique Coromandel Irish Dublin Writing Set, circa 1880

H 6.7 in W 9.45 in D 5.12 in
Antique Victorian Coromandel Writing Personal Book Holder, 19th C
Located in London, GB
x depth 3 inches Betjemann & Sons In 1812 George Betjemann started apprenticing as a cabinet
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Antique 1870s English Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Coromandel Writing Personal Book Holder, 19th C
Antique Victorian Coromandel Writing Personal Book Holder, 19th C

Antique Victorian Coromandel Writing Personal Book Holder, 19th C

H 5.12 in W 8.27 in D 3.55 in
Antique Coromandel Brass Bound Stationery Box c.1870
Located in London, GB
in date. The set is very versatile and was used as a stationary cabinet, portable office and a
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Antique 19th Century English Boxes

Antique Coromandel Brass Bound Stationery Box c.1870
Antique Coromandel Brass Bound Stationery Box c.1870

Antique Coromandel Brass Bound Stationery Box c.1870

H 10.63 in D 8.27 in
Antique French Marquetry Bureau Plat Writing Table, circa 1860
Located in London, GB
Rosewoods, native of India, South East Asia and Brazil, were dense and awkward to work with. It was renowned
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Antique French Marquetry Bureau Plat Writing Table, circa 1860
Antique French Marquetry Bureau Plat Writing Table, circa 1860

Antique French Marquetry Bureau Plat Writing Table, circa 1860

H 30.32 in W 51.58 in D 28.75 in
British Colonial Style Faux Bamboo and Reed Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
In vogue Asian modern desk with six drawers and a cabinet, faux bamboo frame, herringbone woven
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20th Century Philippine British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Reed

British Colonial Style Faux Bamboo and Reed Desk
British Colonial Style Faux Bamboo and Reed Desk

British Colonial Style Faux Bamboo and Reed Desk

H 29 in W 50 in D 24 in
English George III Style Lacquered Chinoiserie Secretary Bookcase
By Lewis Mittman
Located in Sheffield, MA
Asian scenes. The top case has a double-arched corniced crown over a two-door cabinet. The bottom chest
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20th Century Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

English George III Style Lacquered Chinoiserie Secretary Bookcase
English George III Style Lacquered Chinoiserie Secretary Bookcase

English George III Style Lacquered Chinoiserie Secretary Bookcase

H 87 in W 40 in D 25 in
Antique Rosewood and Marquetry Carlton House Desk, Early 20th Century
Located in London, GB
tooled writing surface, It is fitted with a central frieze drawer and is raised on four elegant
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Satinwood

Antique Rosewood and Marquetry Carlton House Desk, Early 20th Century
Antique Rosewood and Marquetry Carlton House Desk, Early 20th Century

Antique Rosewood and Marquetry Carlton House Desk, Early 20th Century

H 41.34 in W 41.74 in D 23.63 in
Baker Chinoiserie Yellow Lacquered Writing Table Desk
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish lacquered writing table or desk made by Baker. Features a hand painted case lacquered
Category

20th Century American Chinoiserie Desks

Materials

Brass

Baker Chinoiserie Yellow Lacquered Writing Table Desk
Baker Chinoiserie Yellow Lacquered Writing Table Desk

Baker Chinoiserie Yellow Lacquered Writing Table Desk

H 31 in W 52.5 in D 28.5 in
McGuire Rattan Oak Knee Hole Writing Table Desk
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Mid-Century Modern rattan and oak knee hole writing table or desk designed by Eleanor Forbes for
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Rattan, Oak

McGuire Rattan Oak Knee Hole Writing Table Desk
McGuire Rattan Oak Knee Hole Writing Table Desk

McGuire Rattan Oak Knee Hole Writing Table Desk

H 29 in W 49 in D 25 in
Bamboo and Rattan Pagoda Style Writing Desk and Chair
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Bamboo and rattan writing desk features Asian chinoiserie style along with a matching chair. Made
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Vintage 1980s Organic Modern Desks

Materials

Rattan

Bamboo and Rattan Pagoda Style Writing Desk and Chair
Bamboo and Rattan Pagoda Style Writing Desk and Chair

Bamboo and Rattan Pagoda Style Writing Desk and Chair

H 40.25 in W 22 in D 41.5 in
Antique Ebony Asian Drop Front Desk Secretary with Carved Front
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome ebony wood Asian drop front desk or secretary with a carved design on the drop front. It
Category

Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique Ebony Asian Drop Front Desk Secretary with Carved Front
Antique Ebony Asian Drop Front Desk Secretary with Carved Front

Antique Ebony Asian Drop Front Desk Secretary with Carved Front

H 45 in W 32 in D 16 in
Karl Springer Writing Desk Shagreen Top and Ivory Lacquer
By Karl Springer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Karl Springer writing desk with Shagreen top and drawer fronts, with two drawers (which are
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Shagreen, Wood, Lacquer

Karl Springer Writing Desk Shagreen Top and Ivory Lacquer
Karl Springer Writing Desk Shagreen Top and Ivory Lacquer

Karl Springer Writing Desk Shagreen Top and Ivory Lacquer

H 29 in W 54 in D 24 in
UNION-NATIONAL Chinoiserie Hand Painted Breakfront Secretary Desk China Cabinet
By Union National
Located in Charlotte, NC
A breakfront china cabinet, with secretary desk, in the Asian Chinoiserie style, by Union-National
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Brass

UNION-NATIONAL Chinoiserie Hand Painted Breakfront Secretary Desk China Cabinet
UNION-NATIONAL Chinoiserie Hand Painted Breakfront Secretary Desk China Cabinet

UNION-NATIONAL Chinoiserie Hand Painted Breakfront Secretary Desk China Cabinet

H 80 in W 61 in D 16 in
Vintage Korean Campaign Style Secrétaire Cabinet Drop Front Desk
Located in Topeka, KS
incredible. This impressive Asian cabinet features a fall-front writing surface with plenty of cubbys and
Category

20th Century Korean Campaign Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Vintage Korean Campaign Style Secrétaire Cabinet Drop Front Desk
Vintage Korean Campaign Style Secrétaire Cabinet Drop Front Desk

Vintage Korean Campaign Style Secrétaire Cabinet Drop Front Desk

H 43 in W 39.5 in D 19.75 in
Round Mahogany and Walnut Carlton House Desk by Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in Lambertville, NJ
gallery on the upper drawers in a Carlton house design. The writing surface covered in tooled leather.
Category

20th Century Asian Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Round Mahogany and Walnut Carlton House Desk by Maitland Smith
Round Mahogany and Walnut Carlton House Desk by Maitland Smith

Round Mahogany and Walnut Carlton House Desk by Maitland Smith

H 39 in Dm 33 in
19th Century Chinese Drop Front Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
19th century Chinese drop front desk made of Asian hardwood with a high relief carved case and
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Desks

19th Century Chinese Drop Front Desk
19th Century Chinese Drop Front Desk

19th Century Chinese Drop Front Desk

H 47 in W 36 in D 20 in
Georgian Style Chinoiserie Decorated Secretary Bookcase by Baker
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome English Georgian style secretaire bookcase cabinet made by Baker Furniture. The two-part
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20th Century American Chinoiserie Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Georgian Style Chinoiserie Decorated Secretary Bookcase by Baker
Georgian Style Chinoiserie Decorated Secretary Bookcase by Baker

Georgian Style Chinoiserie Decorated Secretary Bookcase by Baker

H 85 in W 39 in D 19.5 in
English George III Style Lacquered Chinoiserie Secretary Bookcase
Located in Rio Vista, CA
two-door cabinet. Inside is a fitted three-shelf storage area with large Asian characters on the doors
Category

20th Century Italian George III Secretaires

Materials

Brass

English George III Style Lacquered Chinoiserie Secretary Bookcase
English George III Style Lacquered Chinoiserie Secretary Bookcase

English George III Style Lacquered Chinoiserie Secretary Bookcase

H 83 in W 49 in D 19 in
English George III Style Chinoiserie Lacquered Secretary Bookcase
Located in Rio Vista, CA
features a black lacquer ground embellished with Asian figures in the idyllic landscapes. The picturesque
Category

20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Secretaires

Materials

Brass

English George III Style Chinoiserie Lacquered Secretary Bookcase
English George III Style Chinoiserie Lacquered Secretary Bookcase

English George III Style Chinoiserie Lacquered Secretary Bookcase

H 81 in W 37.5 in D 20 in
Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Secretary Bookcase
Located in Rio Vista, CA
trimmed case with hand-painted asian scenes. The domed top has a lighted interior with two glass shelves
Category

20th Century American Chinoiserie Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Secretary Bookcase
Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Secretary Bookcase

Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Secretary Bookcase

H 74 in W 28 in D 16 in
Maddox Chinoiserie Style Black Lacquer Secretaire Desk with Drop-Front
By Maddox Furniture
Located in New York, NY
, and hand-painted with Asian Motifs. An ornately decorated drop-front (Key provided) with extending
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Desks

Materials

Wood

Maddox Chinoiserie Style Black Lacquer Secretaire Desk with Drop-Front
Maddox Chinoiserie Style Black Lacquer Secretaire Desk with Drop-Front

Maddox Chinoiserie Style Black Lacquer Secretaire Desk with Drop-Front

H 40 in W 27 in D 27 in
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Asian Writing Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Asian writing cabinet for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, every Asian writing cabinet was constructed with great care. Find 23 options for an antique or vintage Asian writing cabinet now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Asian writing cabinet, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An Asian writing cabinet, designed in the modern, mid-century modern or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Asian writing cabinet over the years, but those crafted by William Doezema, Mastercraft and McGuire Furniture Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is an Asian Writing Cabinet?

An Asian writing cabinet can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,583, while the lowest priced sells for $1,400 and the highest can go for as much as $82,102.

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