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Late 19th Century Silver Desk Set Tray
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A beautiful desk set, silver plate and crystal.
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Late 19th Century French Beautiful Antique Desks

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Crystal, Silver Plate

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Desk with Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
19th century Swedish Gustavian desk from Lulea Norrbotten, Northern Sweden. A beautiful desk with
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Beautiful Antique Desks

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Pine

Venetian Roll Top Desk
Located in Newport Beach, CA
in center tops this beautiful desk. Original gilded bronze hardware.
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Early 1800s Italian Neoclassical Beautiful Antique Desks

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Bronze

Antique Venetian Roll Top Desk
Venetian Roll Top Desk
H 46.25 in W 52.25 in D 27.5 in
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 Beautiful Antique Desks

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Cherry, Walnut

Antique 19th Century Biedermeier Writing Desk
19th Century Biedermeier Writing Desk
H 30.71 in W 63.98 in D 30.91 in
Gorgeous Inlaid Continental Louis XV Style Walnut Writing Desk circa 1920s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautiful desk that features the design of a Louis XV desk and has the traits of an
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1920s European Louis XV Beautiful Antique Desks

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Walnut

Louis XV Desk in Cherry Early 19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Very beautiful desk in Louis XV cherrywood from the beginning of the 19th century very beautiful
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19th Century French Louis XV Beautiful Antique Desks

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Mahogany

Antique Louis XV Desk in Cherry Early 19th Century
Louis XV Desk in Cherry Early 19th Century
H 30.71 in W 63 in D 27.56 in
English 19th Century Mahogany Kingwood Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
this beautiful desk, most notably around the frieze apron. Two drawers with small brass escutcheon
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19th Century English Directoire Beautiful Antique Desks

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Mahogany, Kingwood

19th Century Antique Swedish Gustavian Writing Table / Desk Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
& beautiful desk with wood-cut details & beautiful tapered legs. The beautifully cut leaves are typical decor
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Beautiful Antique Desks

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Pine

Rare 19th century carved mahogany Swedish pedestal desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rare 19th century carved mahogany swedish pedestal desk circa 1880. Beautiful desk and rare to be
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Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Beautiful Antique Desks

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Mahogany

French Black Desk Table Napoleon III Boulle Louis XVI Gilt Bronze 19th Century
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
. Beautiful desk with 2 opening side parts. Full walnut veneer. Important ornamentation of gilded bronzes with
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1870s French Louis XVI Beautiful Antique Desks

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Bronze

Early 20th century mahogany pedestal desk by Hobbs & Co
By Hobbs & Co.
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century mahogany pedestal desk by hobbs & co circa 1900. Beautiful desk in the adams
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Early 20th Century English Georgian Beautiful Antique Desks

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Leather, Mahogany

19th Century French Hand Carved Oak Desk with Iron Stretcher
Located in Miami, FL
French hand carved oak wood desk features a beautiful carved wooden top on the side of the table embossed
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Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Beautiful Antique Desks

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Iron

French Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze-Mounted Kingwood Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
This beautiful desk, beautifully finished in kingwood, leather and gilt bronze, is a fantastic
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19th Century French Louis XV Beautiful Antique Desks

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Bronze, Ormolu

Lacquered Sloping Desk, Chinoiserie, Late 18th Early 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
landscapes Beautiful desk, wear and scratches from use to the lacquer Period desk late 18th early 19th
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Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Beautiful Antique Desks

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Wood

Antique English Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Secretary Slant Front Desk & Chair
Located in Plainview, NY
curvy shape adds a subtle yet captivating flair, enhancing the overall aesthetic of this beautiful desk
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Beautiful Antique Desks

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Mahogany

Antique 19th Century Victorian Inlaid Marquetry Writing Desk
Located in Suffolk, GB
marquetry inlaid panel. The exquisite craftsmanship, fine detail and quality of this beautiful desk makes
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19th Century English Victorian Beautiful Antique Desks

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Hardwood

Antique Bronze Plate, Utensil Tray, Bronze Doré, Signed M. Arvisenet
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful desk tray with ornaments of wheat straws. Made of heavy bronze , nicely gilded. Signed
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Early 20th Century French Beautiful Antique Desks

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Bronze

18th Century French Cherrywood 'Bureau de Pente' Slant Top Writing Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
a sturdy base for the beautiful desk. The curvaceousness of the legs continues throughout the desk
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Late 18th Century French Louis XV Beautiful Antique Desks

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Brass

An 19th Century Italian Desk with Beautiful Detail
Located in New York, NY
writing surface. The desk is constructed in a walnut, with a lighter secondary wood. Beautifully crafted
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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Beautiful Antique Desks

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Walnut

Beautiful English Desk, Light Mahogany , Early 20th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful English desk, light mahogany 19th century Classic English desk with real leather top
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Early 20th Century English Beautiful Antique Desks

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Leather, Mahogany

Beautiful Victorian Oak Pedestal Desk Made By Howard&Sons
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in Crawley, GB
Beautiful small oak pedestal desk made be Howard&Sons between 1860-1890 , with brown leather and
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Beautiful Antique Desks

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Leather, Oak

19th Century Spanish Baroque Style Walnut Lyre Leg Writing Table or Side Table
Located in Birmingham, AL
gadroon edge above an intricately carved frieze with two drawers across the front, this beautiful desk is
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1880s Beautiful Antique Desks

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Early 20th Century French Mahogany Desk with Aubergine Leather Top
Located in Buchanan, NY
elegance to your office or workspace. This beautiful desk is part of the vast collection at 145 Antiques
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Early 20th Century French Directoire Beautiful Antique Desks

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Leather, Mahogany

Cathedra Desk with Beautiful Original Lacquering
Located in Cesena, FC
Original lacquered cathedra desk, of rare beauty. Period: mid 1700s Originally from the marche
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Mid-18th Century Italian Beautiful Antique Desks

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Wood

Cathedra Desk with Beautiful Original Lacquering
Cathedra Desk with Beautiful Original Lacquering
H 32.29 in W 49.22 in D 31.11 in
Beautiful rectangular Napoleon III Writing Desk early century black and gold
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful rectangular 1920 Napoleon III writing desk, walnut structure, walnut, leather top with
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Early 20th Century Italian Napoleon III Beautiful Antique Desks

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Brass

Beautiful live Edge Cherry Desk - In The Manner of George Nakashima
Located in Peekskill, NY
If I had a place in my own home I would be keeping this desk. The legs are turn of-the-century
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beautiful Antique Desks

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Cherry

Spanish 19th C. Desk or Console Table with Beautiful Lyre-Carved Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
an attractive console, entry table, or a small writing desk.
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19th Century Spanish Beautiful Antique Desks

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Walnut

Letter opener, solid bronze floral laburnum decor, Jugendstil Art Nouveau France
Located in Wien, AT
Nouveau period, around 1900. This object is a beautiful desk accessory made of high quality material
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Early 1900s French Jugendstil Beautiful Antique Desks

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Bronze

Art Deco period Egyptian revival style enamel and silver-gilt desk set
Located in London, GB
beautiful desk set, dating to the Art Deco period, demonstrates.
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Early 20th Century European Egyptian Revival Beautiful Antique Desks

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Silver, Enamel

Beautiful French 19th Century Hand-Painted Secretary Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful French 19th century hand-painted secretary desk, the patina is so much beautiful in
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1880s French Beautiful Antique Desks

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Wood

Cartier Paris 1920 Art Deco Chinoiserie 18kt Desk Clock in Nephrite Jade Enamel
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A desk clock designed by Cartier. An impressive and beautiful desk clock, created in Paris
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1920s French Art Deco Beautiful Antique Desks

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Jade, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Cartier Paris 1920 Art Deco Chinoiserie Desk Clock Nephrite Enamel & 18Kt Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A desk clock designed by Cartier. An impressive and beautiful desk clock, created in Paris France
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1920s French Art Deco Beautiful Antique Desks

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Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Beautiful Victorian Leather Top Writing Table
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sale this stunning Victorian rounded rectangular writing table, tooled and gilt writing surface, drawers to frieze, turned and panelled legs, ceramic caster...
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Beautiful Antique Desks

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Leather, Hardwood

Beautiful Victorian  Leather Top Writing Table
Beautiful Victorian  Leather Top Writing Table
H 29.14 in W 41.34 in D 26.38 in
Antique Partner Desk
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful antique teak partners desk that can be used from 2 sides. Entirely in very good condition
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1850s Indian Beautiful Antique Desks

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Teak

Antique Partner Desk
Antique Partner Desk
H 30.32 in W 59.45 in D 35.44 in
Victorian Sycamore Partners Desk
Located in Altrincham, GB
A fabulous Victorian partners desk in beautiful mellow sycamore - double pedestal with front
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1870s English Victorian Beautiful Antique Desks

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Leather, Sycamore

Victorian Sycamore Partners Desk
Victorian Sycamore Partners Desk
H 32 in W 66 in D 36 in
Antique oak partner desk
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful antique oak partner desk with 9 drawers on both sides, 1 of which is a double archive
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1910s British Edwardian Beautiful Antique Desks

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Oak

Antique oak partner desk
Antique oak partner desk
H 30.32 in W 55.91 in D 44.89 in
Empire Desk, France 1830
Located in Leimen, DE
beautiful piece would be the perfect desk for a home office. Height: 29.93 in (76 cm), Width: 59.45 in
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1830s French Empire Beautiful Antique Desks

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Mahogany

Empire Desk, France 1830
Empire Desk, France 1830
H 29.93 in W 59.45 in D 27.56 in
American Mahogany Partner's Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful Mahogany Partner's Desk with glass knobs. Top refinished and everything else cleaned and
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1880s American Empire Beautiful Antique Desks

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Mahogany

American Mahogany Partner's Desk
American Mahogany Partner's Desk
H 29 in W 58 in D 35.5 in
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 Beautiful Antique Desks

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Tulipwood

French Tulipwood Writing Desk
French Tulipwood Writing Desk
H 29.53 in W 41.74 in D 20.87 in
Spanish 17th Century Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very handsome 17th century desk - writing table from the Catalan region of Spain. Soundly
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17th Century Spanish Beautiful Antique Desks

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Chestnut, Walnut

Spanish 17th Century Desk
Spanish 17th Century Desk
H 28.75 in W 47 in D 23.38 in
Antique Chinese Scholar Desk
Located in Kastrup, DK
3 part Doctor's desk or Scholar desk in Jumu wood from the city of Suzhou in China, approx. 1900
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Beautiful Antique Desks

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Metal

Antique Chinese Scholar Desk
Antique Chinese Scholar Desk
H 31.5 in W 53.94 in D 27.17 in
Vintage French Large Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage french desk is painted with a beautiful dark green color. Can be used as a desk or
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Early 19th Century French Mid-Century Modern Beautiful Antique Desks

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Wood

Vintage French Large Desk
Vintage French Large Desk
H 30 in W 58 in D 37 in
Antique Pine Breadseller's Desk
Located in Port Chester, NY
. The 24.5 inch apron height on the desk is roomy and comfortable for knees. Unique and beautiful!
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Mid-19th Century French Beautiful Antique Desks

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Pine

Antique Pine Breadseller's Desk
Antique Pine Breadseller's Desk
H 31.5 in W 65.25 in D 23 in
Empire Burl Wood Desk
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautiful burl wood set against ebonized legs and trim. Desk has a single compartmentalized drawer
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19th Century Austrian Empire Beautiful Antique Desks

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Burl

Empire Burl Wood Desk
Empire Burl Wood Desk
H 28.5 in W 32.25 in D 20.75 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 Beautiful Antique Desks

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Wood, Leather

Antique Victorian Architects Desk
Antique Victorian Architects Desk
H 32 in W 44 in D 20 in
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 Beautiful Antique Desks

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Leather, Wood

Antique Edwardian Desk / Writing Table
Antique Edwardian Desk / Writing Table
H 31.11 in W 35.04 in D 21.26 in
Antique Sheraton Revival Satinwood Desk
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique Sheraton Revival Satinwood desk. This dates from around the 1890-1910 period
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1890s British Sheraton Beautiful Antique Desks

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Leather, Satinwood

Antique Sheraton Revival Satinwood Desk
Antique Sheraton Revival Satinwood Desk
H 29.93 in W 40.16 in D 23.23 in
19th Century Chinoiserie Desk
Located in New Orleans, LA
This French, 19th century Chinoiserie black lacquer and gilded kneehole desk features an impressive
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Mid-19th Century French Beautiful Antique Desks

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Wood

19th Century Chinoiserie Desk
19th Century Chinoiserie Desk
H 33 in W 48 in D 21 in
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 Beautiful Antique Desks

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Leather, Wood

Antique Victorian Writing Table / Desk
Antique Victorian Writing Table / Desk
H 29.93 in W 36.62 in D 22.05 in
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 Beautiful Antique Desks

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Leather, Wood

Antique Edwardian Writing Table / Desk
Antique Edwardian Writing Table / Desk
H 29.14 in W 38.98 in D 19.3 in
19th Century Wooden Partners' Desk
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A very handsome 19th century partners' desk with five drawers. The finish is natural wood, with
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19th Century French Beautiful Antique Desks

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Bronze

19th Century Wooden Partners' Desk
19th Century Wooden Partners' Desk
H 29.93 in W 57.09 in D 31.5 in
Beautiful Louis XVI Style Writing Table, France, Circa 1880
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful Louis XVI style wooden writing table. The rectangular top, surrounded on three sides by a
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1880s French Louis XVI Beautiful Antique Desks

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Bronze

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 Beautiful Antique Desks

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Leather, Wood

Antique Victorian Writing Table / Desk
Antique Victorian Writing Table / Desk
H 29.93 in W 42.13 in D 20.08 in
Chippendale Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A rare 18th century Chippendale period georgian mahogany partners pedestal desk having beautiful
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Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Beautiful Antique Desks

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Mahogany

18th Century Italian Fratino Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian fratino desk with lyre legs and iron stretcher from the 18th century. This antique table
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18th Century Italian Beautiful Antique Desks

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Wood

18th Century Italian Fratino Desk
18th Century Italian Fratino Desk
H 29 in W 45.25 in D 27 in
Petite, 19th Century Veneered Desk
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A beautifully hand-carved and inlaid, c. 1825, Italian, single drawer, tapered leg writing desk
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1820s Italian Beautiful Antique Desks

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Wood, Olive, Pearwood, Walnut

Petite, 19th Century Veneered Desk
Petite, 19th Century Veneered Desk
H 30.75 in W 32.25 in D 21.75 in
Fabulous Louis XV Cherry Desk
Located in Port Chester, NY
very comfortable to pull a chair in. The desk also features a beautifully timbered top with mitred
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Late 19th Century French Beautiful Antique Desks

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Cherry

Fabulous Louis XV Cherry Desk
Fabulous Louis XV Cherry Desk
H 30 in W 69 in D 29 in
Solid Walnut Spanish Baroque Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
An 18th century Spanish baroque desk, or writing table made of solid Walnut Wood with turned legs
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18th Century Spanish Baroque Beautiful Antique Desks

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Walnut

Solid Walnut Spanish Baroque Desk
Solid Walnut Spanish Baroque Desk
H 32 in W 53 in D 32 in
Antique Victorian Leather Top Desk
Located in London, GB
A fantastic original antique Victorian leather top desk. This was made in England, it dates from
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Beautiful Antique Desks

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Wood, Leather

Antique Victorian Leather Top Desk
Antique Victorian Leather Top Desk
H 31 in W 48 in D 23 in
Antique European Hardwood Desk / 71" Long
Located in thousand oaks, CA
This large antique hand-crafted solid wood desk from Belgium is a stunning piece of furniture that
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Late 19th Century Beautiful Antique Desks

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Hardwood

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Beautiful Antique Desks For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of beautiful antique desks available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct beautiful antique desks — often made from wood, metal and mahogany — can elevate any home. Beautiful antique desks have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Beautiful antique desks are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, louis xv and Louis XVI styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Beautiful antique desks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Tiffany Studios, Maple & Co. and Gillows of Lancaster & London are consistently popular.

How Much are Beautiful Antique Desks?

Prices for beautiful antique desks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, beautiful antique desks begin at $2 and can go as high as $15,675,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,615.
Questions About Beautiful Antique Desks
  • 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.