Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the barley twist writing desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A barley twist writing desk — often made from
wood,
oak and
walnut — can elevate any home. Find 67 options for an antique or vintage barley twist writing desk now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the barley twist writing desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right barley twist writing desk, those designed in
Neoclassical and
Victorian styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made barley twist writing desk over the years, but those crafted by
Dos Gallos Studio and
Merklen Brothers are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
Vintage desks and writing tables span centuries of design. The writing table came first, a simple surface built for correspondence, while the drawered desk followed as record-keeping at home and in the office grew more demanding.
Styles to Know
Any desk at least 20 years old falls under this broader vintage category. If you want a tapered-leg, mid-century look specifically, browse mid-century modern desks; Louis XVI and Art Deco secretary desks bridge the writing-table and desk forms. A vintage table lamp adds task lighting to either.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Piece
Writing tables often carry little to no storage of their own, so a separate file cabinet or desk organizer may be worth planning for, alongside a close look at the surface dimensions against the space available. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and every purchase is covered by the 1stDibs Promise.