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1900s Belgian Wooden Desk
Located in High Point, NC
Immerse yourself in the charm of yesteryear with this authentic early 1900s Belgian Wooden Desk, a
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20th Century Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

1900s Belgian Wooden Desk
1900s Belgian Wooden Desk
H 34.7 in W 27.3 in D 18.3 in
Vintage Mid Century Belgian Desk
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and extremely well made vintage desk, made in Belgium and dating from the 1960-70’s
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Vintage Mid Century Belgian Desk
Vintage Mid Century Belgian Desk
H 27.56 in W 53.55 in D 20.87 in
Belgian Art Nouveau Desk and Armchair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Belgian Art Nouveau desk and armchair in ebonized oak, circa 1905, in the manner of Gustave
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Antique Early 1900s Belgian Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Antique Rustic Neogothic Desk ~ Writing Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Rustic Neogothic desk ~ writing table is a sturdy, timeless design made for daily use and
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Rustic Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Sculptural Postmodern Desk by Tidis Belgium, 1980
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
, Belgium 1980s. This sculptural desk has high quality features and extraordinary woodworking skills. The
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Vintage 1980s Belgian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Stone

Sculptural Postmodern Desk by Tidis Belgium, 1980
Sculptural Postmodern Desk by Tidis Belgium, 1980
H 33.47 in W 104.34 in D 59.06 in
Joseph Heusgens Unique Double-Sided Desk, Belgium
Located in Brussels, BE
Joseph Heusgens Architect (1916 - ) unique double-sided desk with patented system, with plans
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Early 20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Small Desk, Kids Desk or Writing Table by Torck, 1950s
By Torck
Located in Schagen, NL
The cutest piece in stock! This small oak veneered writing table, (kids)desk or Secretaire was
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Muller Van Severen, 3 Pieces Desk, Belgium, 2014
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, ES
Table model “3 Pieces Desk” Manufactured by Muller Van Severen Produced for Side Gallery Rusted
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2010s Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Muller Van Severen, 3 Pieces Desk, Belgium, 2014
Muller Van Severen, 3 Pieces Desk, Belgium, 2014
H 29.14 in W 47.25 in D 27.56 in
Desk by Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel, Belgium, 1960s
By Jules Wabbes
Located in Brussels, BE
Desk by Jules Wabbes for Mobilier universel - Belgium 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Executive Desk by Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel, Belgium, 1950s
By Mobilier Universel, Jules Wabbes
Located in Antwerp, BE
exclusive desk bears the hallmark of Jules Wabbes, a celebrated Belgian furniture designer and interior
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Executive Desk by Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel, Belgium, 1950s
By Mobilier Universel, Jules Wabbes
Located in Antwerp, BE
exclusive desk bears the hallmark of Jules Wabbes, a celebrated Belgian furniture designer and interior
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Executive Desk by Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel, Belgium, 1950s
By Mobilier Universel, Jules Wabbes
Located in Antwerp, BE
exclusive desk bears the hallmark of Jules Wabbes, a celebrated Belgian furniture designer and interior
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Mini Willy Van Der Meeren Writing Desk for Tubax
By Willy Van Der Meeren, Tubax
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mini Willy Van Der Meeren Industrial desks for Tubax. Printed formica top with solid black enameled
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Willy Van Der Meeren Teacher’s Desk for Tubax, Belgium, 1950
By Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A beautiful teacher’s desk designed by Willy van der Meeren, manufactured by Tubax in Belgium
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Solid Oak Slats Top Desk Designed by the Coene, Belgium, 1958
By De Coene Frères
Located in Antwerp, BE
Solid large desk by Philippe Meerman,Belgium Architect designed for the Coene. The desk top
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Stainless Steel

Palisander Desk with a Three Drawers Unit by Jules Wabbes, Belgium, 1960
By Jules Wabbes
Located in Brussels, BE
Mobilier International. Three drawers unit. Each handle are stamped "WABBES". Belgium, 1960. Litt.: Het
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Writing Table
By Jules Wabbes
Located in New York, NY
Rectangular rosewood top with a stainless steel base. Literature: Jules Wabbes Furniture's designer, A+ Edition, Bozar Books, illustrated on page 39.  
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

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Stainless Steel

Writing Table
Writing Table
H 29.5 in W 70.75 in D 30 in
Willy Van Der Meeren Desk by Tubax Belgium 1955
By Willy Van Der Meeren, Tubax
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Nice Industrial desk designed by Willy Van Der Meeren and manufactured by Tubax, Belgium 1955. This
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Willy Van Der Meeren Desk by Tubax Belgium 1955
Willy Van Der Meeren Desk by Tubax Belgium 1955
H 29.14 in W 55.52 in D 27.96 in
Dennis & Leen Belgian Louis XVI Neoclassical Style Library Table Desk
By Dennis & Leen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exquisite library table or desk designed by Dennis & Leen Los Angeles, CA. Known as the Belgian
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Desks and Writing Ta...

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Wood

Rare Modernist Writing Desk by Jos De Mey for Van Den Berghe-Pauvers, 1960s
By Jos De Mey, Van den Berghe-Pauvers 1
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Fantastic writing desk from the ‘Abtracta’ series designed by Jos De Mey and produced in Belgium by
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

A Black Art Deco Desk for the Boss Voltaire by De Coene Frères Belgium 1940s
By De Coene Frères
Located in Ulm, DE
Desk from the Belgian Furniture Manufactory DeCoene Frères. Double Face desk for the boss on one
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Vintage 1940s Belgian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Desk
By Jules Wabbes
Located in New York, NY
T-shaped nickel-plated steel structure, originally created for the Foncolin Building, Brussels. Literature: Marie Ferran-Wabbes’ Jules Wabbes 1919-1974, Renaissance du Livre, 2002, ...
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Desk
Desk
H 29.5 in W 59.25 in D 22.5 in
Office Nutshell by Deborah Bowmann, Belgium, 2022
By Deborah Bowmann
Located in Antwerp, BE
This piece was created by artist duo Deborah Bowmann. The table was exhibited when they did the scenography of our Art Brussels booth in 2022. Later that year, the table also became ...
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2010s Belgian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Antique Liegoise Writing Table with 2 Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Liegoise writing table with 2 drawers is a splendid example of the time-honored traditions
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Early 20th Century Belgian Louis XIV Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Functional Art 'Slv Table' by Lionel Jadot, Belgium, 2021
By Lionel Jadot
Located in Antwerp, BE
Design Miami; Art Design; Art Basel; Atelier Lionel Jadot; Everyday Gallery; Contemporary; Belgian
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2010s Belgian Organic Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

French Art Deco Writing Table with Two Side Drawers
By Andre Domin & Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique
Located in Hanover, MA
French Art Deco writing table or desk with two side drawers, maple parquet top, rounded (subtly
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Vintage 1940s Belgian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Maple, Oak

Senufo Desk by Arno Declercq
By Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
: Wood Signed by Arno Declercq Arno Declercq Belgian designer and art dealer who makes bespoke
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2010s Belgian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Senufo Desk by Arno Declercq
Senufo Desk by Arno Declercq
H 28.75 in W 70.87 in D 20.08 in
Napoleon III Desk in Boulle Marquetry
Located in Brussels, BE
Napoleon III desk in boulle marquetry.
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Antique 19th Century Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Napoleon III Desk in Boulle Marquetry
Napoleon III Desk in Boulle Marquetry
H 30.32 in W 59.06 in D 34.26 in
Napoleon III Desk or Side Table
Located in Leimen, DE
Discover an extraordinary side table or desk that traces its origins to the period between 1860 and
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Antique 1860s Belgian Napoleon III Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Napoleon III Desk or Side Table
Napoleon III Desk or Side Table
H 28.75 in W 33.08 in D 29.53 in
Special Double Desk Attributed to Gaston Eysselinck
By Gaston Eysselinck
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This double desk is made of natural oak wood, glass, chrome and aluminium. It is very well made and
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Desk table called “Gerard Philipe” by Jules Wabbes
By Jules Wabbes, Mobilier Universel
Located in Brussels, BE
Desk table called “Gerard Philipe” by Jules Wabbes. Solid laminated Padouk desk resting on 4 steel
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Padouk

Antique Gothic Oak Desk with Leather Top
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Gothic oak desk with leather top is atypical for the style, being raised up on turned legs
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Early 20th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Jules Wabbes Corner Desk with Drawers in Mutenyé
By Jules Wabbes
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jules Wabbes, corner writing desk, mutenyé, nickel-plated metal, aluminum, Belgium, 1957
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Aluminum, Nickel

Rare Jules Wabbes Executive Corner Desk in Wengé
By Jules Wabbes
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jules Wabbes, writing desk with drawer compartments, wengé, metal, lacquered wood, Belgium, 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel, Metal

Set desk and chair Derk Jan De Vries 1980 circa
By Maisa
Located in Milano, Lombardia
height, the SAMARA desk provides ample surface area for your work, whether it's for writing, drawing, or
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Vintage 1980s Belgian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Set desk and chair Derk Jan De Vries 1980 circa
Set desk and chair Derk Jan De Vries 1980 circa
H 28.35 in W 52.37 in D 23.63 in
Jules Wabbes Corner Desk with Drawers in Mutenyé
By Jules Wabbes
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jules Wabbes, corner writing desk, mutenyé, nickel-plated metal, aluminum, Belgium, 1957
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Aluminum, Chrome, Nickel

Mid-Century Double-Sided Executive Birch Desk Imexcotra
Located in London, GB
Mid-Century Double-Sided Executive Birch Desk Imexcotra Mid-Century desk was manufactured in
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Boomerang Shaped Desk, Shop Counter, 1950s by Alfred Hendrickx
By Alfred Hendrickx
Located in Antwerp, BE
Custom made handcrafted shop counter or desk in a boomerang line with vertical slats at the front
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Antique Liegoise Louis XIV Oak Parquet Partner's Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Liegoise Louis XIV Oak Parquet Partner's Desk is the perfect choice for those who desire an
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Louis XIV Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Small Child’s Desk by Jules Wabbes Edited by Bulo
By Jules Wabbes
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Small desk for a classroom presented at the 12th Milan Triennale in 1960 by Jules Wabbes for the
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Early 2000s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Vintage Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren for Tubax, 1950s
By Willy Van Der Meeren, Tubax
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Mid century school desk designed by Willy Van Der Meeren and produced by Tubax in Belgium
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Jules Wabbes Early Versatile Free-Standing Corner Desk in Wengé
By Jules Wabbes
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jules Wabbes, two-part corner writing desk, teak, coated steel, wengé, chrome, Belgium, 1960s This
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century French Desk
Located in London, GB
A mid to late 20th century desk. Architectural form with a large open table top and staggered
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Mid-20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Mid-Century French Desk
Mid-Century French Desk
H 37.01 in W 44.49 in D 31.5 in
Burlwood Mid-Century Modern Floating Desk, Console, 1960s, France
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare Burl-wood minimalist desk with a solid wooden top and aluminium base. The top of the desk
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

Decoene Freres, Art Deco Desk in Macassar Ebony, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Decoene Freres, Art Deco desk in Macassar ebony. Fully restored.
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Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Macassar

Contemporary, Solid Walnut and Black Leather, Handmade Ante Desk by Tim Vranken
Located in 1204, CH
Tim Vranken is a Belgian furniture designer who focuses on solid, handmade furniture. Throughout
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2010s Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Walnut

Minimalist Modern O Mr. President Oak Children Desk or Occasional Table by Bulo
By Bulo
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Fabulous O Mr. President oak children's desk or occasional table by Bulo. Bulo celebrates its 50th
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2010s Belgian Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

French Petite Wooden Mid-Century Desk
By Maison Regain
Located in London, GB
A stylish petite desk. France, c1970s. In the manner of Maison Regian. Likely to be elm or
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Elm

French Petite Wooden Mid-Century Desk
French Petite Wooden Mid-Century Desk
H 31.11 in W 38.39 in D 23.43 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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Antique Late 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood

Rare Desk with Matching 'S5' Armchair by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform, 1950s
By Alfred Hendrickx, Belform
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Beautiful ‘Model 305’ desk with matching ‘S5’ chair designed by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform. Both
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Fabric, Formica, Wood, Lacquer

France Desk Style: Biedermeier, 1847
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French desk style: Biedermeier Year 1847 It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. If you are
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Antique 1840s French Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

France Desk Style: Biedermeier, 1847
France Desk Style: Biedermeier, 1847
H 48.04 in W 19.69 in D 55.12 in
19th Century Desk in Pollard Oak
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning quality 19th century knee hole desk in pollard oak. Rectangular top above three oak
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Antique 19th Century British William IV Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

19th Century Desk in Pollard Oak
19th Century Desk in Pollard Oak
H 30.71 in W 59.06 in D 26.78 in
Pierre Chapo Elm Mid-Century B19 Desk
Located in London, GB
A scarce double sided desk by legendary French designer Pierre Chapo, France, c1980s
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Mid-20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Pierre Chapo Elm Mid-Century B19 Desk
Pierre Chapo Elm Mid-Century B19 Desk
H 28.75 in W 55.12 in D 27.56 in
Willy Van Der Meeren Desk for Tubax, circa 1950, Formica, Metal, Wood, 38 Avai
By Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Brussels, BE
Willy Van Der Meeren desk for Tubax, circa 1950, Formica, metal, wood- 38 available.  
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Desk in Wood and chrome, France, 1940
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
(AIFAF)" Desk Year 1940 French Wood and chrome Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is an elegant and
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Desk in Wood and chrome, France, 1940
Desk in Wood and chrome, France, 1940
H 30.52 in W 42.92 in D 23.63 in
French Desk Art Deco, 1920, Materials: Wood
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Art Deco Desk Year 1920 French Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is an elegant and sophisticated
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

French Desk Art Deco, 1920, Materials: Wood
French Desk Art Deco, 1920, Materials: Wood
H 42.13 in W 16.15 in D 33.08 in
Desk in Wood, 1920, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk Book: Buenos Aires Art Deco y Racionalismo Author: Mimi Bohm Page: 68 Year: 1920 It is
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Desk in Wood, 1920, Made in France
Desk in Wood, 1920, Made in France
H 45.28 in W 26.78 in D 15.75 in
Desk in Wood, 1940, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk Year: 1940 It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The quality of the
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Desk in Wood, 1940, Made in France
Desk in Wood, 1940, Made in France
H 31.11 in W 36.62 in D 22.05 in
19th Century Victorian Period Burr Walnut Davenport Desk
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning 19th century figured burr walnut Davenport desk. The piano top fall lifts to reveal 2
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Desk in Wood, 1940, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Desk in Wood, 1940, Made in France
Desk in Wood, 1940, Made in France
H 63.78 in W 44.49 in D 19.69 in
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Belgian Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Belgian writing desk you’re looking for. Each Belgian writing desk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. There are 232 variations of the antique or vintage Belgian writing desk you’re looking for, while we also have 7 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Belgian writing desk, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A Belgian writing desk is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Belgian writing desk over the years, but those crafted by Jules Wabbes, Willy Van Der Meeren and Pierre Guariche are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Belgian Writing Desk?

Prices for a Belgian writing desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $350 and can go as high as $93,225, while the average can fetch as much as $3,700.

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Questions About Belgian Writing Desk
  • 1stDibs 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, 2021
    A 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, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    What 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, 2023
    In 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.