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Best Dore' Bronze Mounted Putti Walnut Cylinder Writing Desk with Leather
By François Linke
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is an absolutely stunning gold dore' bronze mounted cylinder desk with the best cherub or
Category
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Best Antique Desk
Materials
Bronze
H 43.75 in W 44.25 in D 25.5 in
The Best - Georgian Sunburst Inlaid Mahogany Lap Desk C. 1830
Located in Atlanta, GA
of the best English pieces of furniture made. This desk also holds red leather interior and a hidden
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Brass
American Early 20th Century I. P. Frink, Large Bronze Reflector Desk Lamp
By I.P. Frink
Located in Fairfax, VA
One of the best desk lamp was made with heavy bronze and mirror reflector inside the shade for even
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1910s American Best Antique Desk
Materials
Onyx, Bronze
Régence Style Marquetry Writing Desk
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A magnificent and very rare Régence style marquetry inlaid grand bureau plat or writing desk
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Best Antique Desk
Materials
Ormolu
Late 19th Century Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Fine Quality Late 19th Century Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk, or Dressing Table, Having Attractive
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Late 19th Century English Edwardian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Mahogany
Fine George IV Coromandel Freestanding Desk
By James Winter & Sons
Located in London, GB
A fine George IV coromandel free standing desk with inset teal leather skiver decorated with gilt
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Early 19th Century British George IV Best Antique Desk
Materials
Brass
George III Period Mahogany Partner's Desk, circa 1800
Located in Lymington, GB
A George III-period mahogany partner’s desk, circa 1800.
This is a very good quality Georgian
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Early 1800s English George III Best Antique Desk
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Pedestal Desk, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
pedestal kneehole desk, circa 1880 in date.
It is made from fabulous flame mahogany, the rectangular
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1880s English Victorian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Desk. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This exceptional walnut Biedermeier desk is the best example of top-quality Viennese piece
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Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Best Antique Desk
Materials
Brass
Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
desk, circa 1860 in date.
The rectanglular top is satinwood crosbanded and inset with a stunning gold
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1860s English Best Antique Desk
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Architects Desk by Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
wood crossbanded Architects desk by the renowned Victorian retailer and cabinet makers Edwards
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1880s English High Victorian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Mahogany
H 32.29 in W 48.04 in D 29.93 in
Swedish Wide Curly Birch Pedestal Desk, Circa 1820-1840
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish pedestal curly birch desk, circa 1820-40. This antique desk from Sweden features a four
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19th Century European Best Antique Desk
Materials
Birch
Antique French Empire Revival Ormolu Mounted Desk, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite French Empire Revival pedestal desk, circa 1880 in date.
This desk has been
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1880s French Empire Revival Best Antique Desk
Materials
Ormolu
Alexandre Chevrie, Museum French Ormolu Mounted Mahogany Royal Executive Desk
By Alexandre Chevrié, Paris 1
Located in New York, NY
throughout. With original red leather top.
Truly the best quality desk with the most sophisticated design
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19th Century French Napoleon III Best Antique Desk
Materials
Ormolu
H 29 in W 60 in D 32 in
Swedish Biedermeier Birch Veneered Desk or Console Table, Circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Biedermeier birch veneered desk with drawers from the 19th century. This antique desk
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19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Best Antique Desk
Materials
Wood
Important French Brass Inlaid Paint Decorated Rolltop Ladies Writing Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
locks for the best French ebenistes and furniture makers. The desk is a work of art with gorgeous
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1890s French Louis XVI Best Antique Desk
Materials
Marble, Brass
Executive desk in Macassar ebony by Pander & zn, Netherlands 1930s
By Paul Bromberg, H.Pander & Zonen
Located in ECHT, NL
High quality custom made executive desk. Made from solid Macassar ebony and Macassar ebony veneer
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Best Antique Desk
Materials
Wood, Ebony, Macassar
Antique Victorian Writing Table Desk by Edwards & Roberts 19th Century
Located in London, GB
, contrasting color scheme.
Edwards & Roberts
The firm Edwards & Roberts was one of the best English
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1850s Best Antique Desk
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 29.93 in W 43.71 in D 24.41 in
Antique Edwardian Kidney Writing Table Desk Secret Drawers 19th C
By Maple & Co.
Located in London, GB
metallic makers plate, stamped, Maple & Co, London, Paris, Buenos Aires, By Royal Appointment.
The desk
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1890s English Edwardian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Inlaid Satinwood Writing Table Desk by Edwards & Roberts, 19th Century
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
This is a sublime satinwood and marquetry desk by Edwards & Roberts, Circa 1880 in date.
This
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1880s English Best Antique Desk
Materials
Satinwood
H 29.53 in W 48.04 in D 24.02 in
Antique George III Mahogany Library Writing Table Desk, 18th Century
Located in London, GB
mahogany
Thomas Sheraton - 18th century furniture designer, once characterized mahogany as "best suited to
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1780s English George III Best Antique Desk
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
WARING & GILLOW PARIS THOMAS CHIPPENDALE TASTE LiBRARY DESK BROWN LEATHER TOP
By Waring & Gillow
Located in GB
please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price
This is one of, if not the best
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 28.94 in W 46.86 in D 25.2 in
EXQUISITE SMALL WILLIAM IV CIRCA 1830 HARDWOOD WRiTING TABLE DESK CARVED LEGS
Located in GB
price.
A stunning highly decorative desk, this piece must have taken months to make, the Rosewood
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1830s English William IV Best Antique Desk
Materials
Hardwood
H 27.37 in W 43.71 in D 23.63 in
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN FULLY STAMPED MORRIS & CO CIRCA 1880 SATiNWOOD PEDESTAL DESK
By Morris & Co.
Located in GB
important original fully stamped Morris & Co Satinwood Victorian pedestal desk with gallery top
Please
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1880s English High Victorian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Satinwood
H 30.32 in W 48.04 in D 25.4 in
Antique Aesthetic Period Bur Maple Edward & Roberts Writing Table Desk, 19th C
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
& Roberts' circa 1870 in date.
This elegant desk is crafted from the most beautiful maple with ebony
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1870s English Best Antique Desk
Materials
Maple
H 28.75 in W 48.04 in D 24.81 in
BL1 Desk Lamp by Bestlite in Chrome and Black Enamel, by Robert Dudley Best
By Robert Dudley Best, Bestlite
Located in London, GB
A rare original BL1 desk lamp by Bestlite, with original chrome switch to the neck, adjustable swan
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Early 20th Century English Best Antique Desk
Materials
Enamel, Chrome
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 8.27 in
ANTIQUE 1684 DATED HAND CARVED 17TH CENTURY LIFT TOP WRITiNG TABLE DESK BIBLE
Located in GB
best kind of antique because not only is it beautiful, its functional, it still has a use today, the
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1680s English Charles II Best Antique Desk
Materials
Oak
H 39.38 in W 26.97 in D 21.07 in
18th Century Poudreuse and Ladies Desk - Table d'Accouchée, France, circa 1760
Located in Greven, DE
the name "Table d'Accouchée", which can best be translated as "maternity table".
A very similar table
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1760s French Louis XV Best Antique Desk
Materials
Kingwood, Rosewood
H 28.35 in W 24.81 in D 15.36 in
Antique 6ft 6" Victorian 6 Drawer Partners Writing Library Table Desk 19th C
Located in London, GB
Partners desk and has six frieze drawers, three on each side. They are solid mahogany lined, have hand cut
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1860s English Victorian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Mahogany
H 31.11 in W 77.17 in D 44.1 in
19th C. Italian Writing Desk w/Decorative Inlay & Sliding Top for Hidden Storage
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th century Italian table with floral inlay will make a sweet little writing desk, perhaps best
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19th Century Italian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Fruitwood
H 29 in W 28.5 in D 21 in
Rare Gilt-Bronze Mounted Marquetry Pedestal Desk by François Linke, circa 1900
By François Linke
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A rare gilt bronze mounted marquetry pedestal desk by François Linke.
French, circa 1900
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Best Antique Desk
Materials
Bronze
H 30.32 in W 58.27 in D 24.41 in
Swedish Karl Johan Salon/Sofa Table or Desk in West Indies Mahogany, c. 1825
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptionally fine Karl Johan salon table, sofa table or desk in beautiful West Indies mahogany
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Early 19th Century Swedish Karl Johan Best Antique Desk
Materials
Mahogany
H 30 in W 45 in D 27.25 in
19th Century Mahogany pedestal desk
Located in Penzance, GB
leather is of the the best quality and the colour is called ox-blood altogether a good desk to grace any
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Mid-18th Century English Best Antique Desk
Materials
Mahogany
Mahogany Desk by Thomas Chippendale
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in New Orleans, LA
Chippendale produced, but it is also the best preserved of its kind in existence. A near identical form desk
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18th Century English Chippendale Best Antique Desk
Materials
Brass
19th Century English Walnut Desk
Located in Savannah, GA
This is a walnut desk made in England, circa 1840. The top has a nicely shaped green leather
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1840s English Chippendale Best Antique Desk
Materials
Walnut
Asprey Desk Set and Document Holder, English, circa 1875
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Incline Village, NV
the finest products, utilizing the best quality materials; dealing in everything from jewelry to
Category
1870s English Victorian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Brass
Edwardian 1905 Desk Matches Box in Bronze and Crocodile Leather
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian desk matches box with crocodile leather.
Beautiful and very unusual box, created in
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Bronze
Period Regency Mahogany Mechanical Gentleman's Desk
Located in Hudson, NY
This very fine desk made during the Regency period in England is of great design and exceptional
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Early 19th Century British Regency Best Antique Desk
Materials
Mahogany
Fine Chippendale Period Satinwood and Marquetry Desk
Located in Lymington, GB
A fine Chippendale-period satinwood and marquetry desk.
English, George III period, circa 1770
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18th Century English George III Best Antique Desk
Materials
Satinwood
Circa 1780-1810 American Slant-Front Desk
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1780-1810 American slant-front desk of well figured solid flame birch, cherry, and birch
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Late 18th Century American Late Victorian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Wood, Cherry, Birch
ANTiQUE RESTORED GAINSBOROUGH HAND DYED WHISKY BROWN LEATHER OFFICE DESK CHAIR
Located in GB
England circa 1900 fully restored Whisky brown leather Gainsborough carver desk armchair
Please note the
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 40.56 in W 23.63 in D 29.14 in
Antique English Aesthetics Movement Bamboo and Lacquer Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive 19th century English desk handcrafted in bamboo in a Japonisme form featuring lacquered
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19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Best Antique Desk
Materials
Bamboo
VERY FiNE RESTORED ANTIQUE CHESTERFIELD WILLIAM IV OAK BROWN LEATHER DESK CHAIr
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
and very well made, English circa 1830 William IV limed oak and leather, chesterfield desk chair with
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1830s English William IV Best Antique Desk
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 36.42 in W 29.53 in D 25.4 in
Antique Grand Tour Italian Vatican Micro-Mosaic Marble Desk Weight 19th Century
Located in London, GB
desk weight, in the form of a miniature table, circa 1870 in date.
The cartouche shaped table top with
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1870s Italian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Agate, Malachite, Onyx, Granite, Marble, Porphyry
H 3.94 in W 5.52 in D 3.94 in
Edwardian 1905 Handle Desk Magnifier Glass in Sterling Silver and Bamboo Wood
Located in Miami, FL
Desk magnifier glass from the Edwardian Period.
Very beautiful and decorative piece, created
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
H 15 in W 4 in D 1.02 in
Queen Anne Burled Walnut Slant Front Desk
Located in Hudson, NY
This very fine and fully restored Queen Anne slant front desk was crafted in burled walnut on an
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1720s British Queen Anne Best Antique Desk
Materials
Brass
Victorian Edwardian 1900 Desk Inkwell Box in Faux Tortoise Shell and Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
during the Victorian and the Edwardian periods, back in the 1900. This is a very decorative travel-desk
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1890s English Victorian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 3.1 in W 2.25 in D 2.25 in
Antique Pine Sloping Clerks Writing Desk, Greeting Station
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
from the inside, best to point to that there has been a hole made in the back of the desk to allow
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Pine
Art Déco German Silvered Metal Pen Tray and Inkwell Decorative Desk Stand by WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in North Miami, FL
Art Déco german silvered/plated metal pen tray and inkwell decorative desk stand by
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Best Antique Desk
Materials
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate
H 3 in W 14 in D 8 in
Late 1800s Hand Carved Solid Walnut Ladies Desk Chair with Perfect Upholstery
Located in Lisse, NL
chairs come in all shapes and sizes, but this design is one of the best we ever saw. The aesthetic beauty
Category
19th Century British Victorian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Brass
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H 30.3 in W 23.2 in D 19.3 in
Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Pedestal Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
pedestal kneehole desk, circa 1880 in date.
It is made from fabulous flame mahogany, the rectangular top
Category
1880s Best Antique Desk
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Flat Top Desk in Louis XVI Style
Located in NICE, FR
desk. This elegant piece of furniture would best suit to compliment a bedroom or a living room. It is
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19th Century French Louis XVI Best Antique Desk
Materials
Bronze
American Antique Hand-Painted Birds and Poppies Desk
Located in South Burlington, VT
desk. This unique work of art is hand-painted on front with a roundel of three vibrant and colorful
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Best Antique Desk
Materials
Wood
Oak Table or Desk Attributed Gilbert Pelletier, France, 1930s
By Chanaux & Pelletier
Located in Austin, TX
Finely crafted solid oak desk with exposed joinery in simple waterfall form attributed to French
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Best Antique Desk
Materials
Oak
Late 19th Century Unusual Aesthetic Movement Painted Clerks Desk
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Just the most wonderful little painted compact desk and bank of drawers, the half-hinged top
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Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Best Antique Desk
Materials
Pine
19th Century Hampton & Sons Chinese Chippendale Cylinder Desk
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Dallas, TX
desk from the renowned maker of Hampton & Sons, of Pall Mall, London.
This stunning piece is elegant
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Late 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Best Antique Desk
Materials
Mahogany
RESTORED ViCTORIAN HARDWOOD MARQUETRY INLAID & BROWN LEATHER DAVENPORT DESK
Located in GB
expensive timber
This is one of the best examples of this type of desk you will see anywhere in the world
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19th Century English Victorian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 34.65 in W 22.05 in D 20.87 in
Late 19th Century English Mahogany and Rosewood Partners Desk
Located in Savannah, GA
This is a partners desk made in England, circa 1890. The top of the desk is beautifully shaped with
Category
1890s English George III Best Antique Desk
Materials
Mahogany, Rosewood
Important Original Edward & Roberts Restored Chinese Thomas Chippendale Desk
By Thomas Chippendale, Edward & Roberts
Located in GB
, exceptionally rare and very fine, fully restored Edward & Roberts stamped, Chinese Chippendale desk
The firm
Category
19th Century English Victorian Best Antique Desk
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 35.04 in W 42.72 in D 25.4 in
Antique Victorian Hardwood & Green Leather Military Campaign Davenport Desk
Located in GB
Davenport desk circa 1880 in mahogany with a green leather writing slope
A very good looking and
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1880s English Campaign Best Antique Desk
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 33.27 in W 21.07 in D 13.78 in
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the best antique desk you’re looking for. A best antique desk — often made from wood, metal and bronze — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a best antique desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A best antique desk made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Art Nouveau — is very popular. A well-made best antique desk has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by François Linke, Tiffany Studios and Louis Majorelle are consistently popular.
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- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Choosing a desk for your home or office is a matter of personal preference, but ideally, the best home office desk would be one designed with ergonomics in mind. In other words, it should be of an optimum height to save you from slouching, it should preferably be equipped with adjustable height settings to help achieve eye level with your laptop, and it should not take up too much space in the room. Shop a range of antique and vintage home office desks on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021There are many kinds of office chairs — it is a matter of preference. An office desk chair should have a few features such as adjustability in height, backrests and armrests, lumbar support, sufficient seat depth and width, sufficient padding in breathable material, and swivel and casters for easy movement. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office desk chairs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Which chair is best for a George Nakashima Origins for Widdicomb desk is largely a matter of preference. George Nakashima chairs with Shaker-inspired spindle backs like the Mira and Conoid tend to complement the lines of the desks in the collection. However, you can mix and match styles to create an eclectic look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of George Nakashima desks and chairs.
- What are antique desks called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What antique desks are called depends on their design. A desk with chair cutouts on both sides is a partner desk, while one with a pull-down writing surface is a secretary. On a Davenport desk, the desktop lifts to reveal a storage area. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary desks on 1stDibs.
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