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19th Century French Black Painted and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
19th Century French Black Painted and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

19th Century French Black Painted and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press

Located in Dallas, TX

This antique paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1860. The large Classic "Presse a Relier" made of solid iron is rectangular in shape and features two sides connected to ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

Thin Book Ends in Contemporary Bronze and Steel in various Patinas
Thin Book Ends in Contemporary Bronze and Steel in various Patinas

Thin Book Ends in Contemporary Bronze and Steel in various Patinas

By Kin & Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Thin bookends explore a miniature variation of Kin & Company’s iconic Thin Chair. Beautifully paired with books, plants, or small accessories, the Thin bookends play with our per...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Brass, Steel

21st Century Peso Concrete Cement Book and Door Holder 2kg Flamingo Pink Color
21st Century Peso Concrete Cement Book and Door Holder 2kg Flamingo Pink Color

21st Century Peso Concrete Cement Book and Door Holder 2kg Flamingo Pink Color

By Valerio Ciampicacigli

Located in Rome, Lazio

Colored book and door holders made in concrete. A touch of color for your bookcase 100% made in Italy. 2kg: L 9 P 9 H 18 cm.

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2010s Italian Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Concrete

21st Century Peso Concrete Book and Door Holder 2kg Light Grey Color Cement
21st Century Peso Concrete Book and Door Holder 2kg Light Grey Color Cement

21st Century Peso Concrete Book and Door Holder 2kg Light Grey Color Cement

By Valerio Ciampicacigli

Located in Rome, Lazio

Colored book and door holders made in concrete. A touch of color for your bookcase 100% made in Italy. 2kg: measures: L 9, P 9, H 18 cm.

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2010s Italian Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Concrete

L. M. Ericsson BC 2000 Telephone Made in 1900 Designed as Old Times Book Press
L. M. Ericsson BC 2000 Telephone Made in 1900 Designed as Old Times Book Press

L. M. Ericsson BC 2000 Telephone Made in 1900 Designed as Old Times Book Press

By L.M. Ericsson

Located in Sweden, SE

Very rare collectible desktop telephone L. M. Ericsson model BC 2000 (Old Catalogue No. 400) for battery ringing. Exclusive and unusual design in the form of an old times book press....

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Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Desk Sets

Materials

Metal, Brass

Published Arts and Crafts Wedgwood Green Dip Jasper Ware 25 Hour Clock (& Book)
Published Arts and Crafts Wedgwood Green Dip Jasper Ware 25 Hour Clock (& Book)

Published Arts and Crafts Wedgwood Green Dip Jasper Ware 25 Hour Clock (& Book)

By Wedgwood

Located in Asheville, NC

This clock case was potted in Josiah Wedgwood's own Etruria factory in the Potteries, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England, around 1900. The 25 hour brass-tone metal works is from ...

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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Drexel Burl Walnut Writing Desk
Mid Century Modern Drexel Burl Walnut Writing Desk

Mid Century Modern Drexel Burl Walnut Writing Desk

Located in Houston, TX

Mid Century Modern Drexel Burl Walnut Writing Desk. Book matched walnut top with one single drawer.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Antique 1917 Book "Rings for the Finger" by George Frederick Kunz
Antique 1917 Book "Rings for the Finger" by George Frederick Kunz

Antique 1917 Book "Rings for the Finger" by George Frederick Kunz

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This book is still the "Bible" on the subject! It has everything you ever wanted to know about the history of rings from the earliest known times to the present, with full descripti...

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Early 20th Century Desk Accessories

Gripoix Glass four leaf clover Book Mark with M.O.P
Gripoix Glass four leaf clover Book Mark with M.O.P

Gripoix Glass four leaf clover Book Mark with M.O.P

By Maison Gripoix

Located in Warminster, GB

A unique mid century fashion accessory, possibly a Book Marker or Chignon Pin. The Mother of Pearl ‘Pin’ is surmounted with an entwined tendril, with a four leaf clover flower set w...

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Vintage 1960s Desk Accessories

Montblanc Writer Series Miguel Cervantes Ballpoint Pen w/ Don Quijote Book +BP
Montblanc Writer Series Miguel Cervantes Ballpoint Pen w/ Don Quijote Book +BP

Montblanc Writer Series Miguel Cervantes Ballpoint Pen w/ Don Quijote Book +BP

By Montblanc

Located in Simpsonville, SC

Honor one of the greatest literary figures in history with this Montblanc Writers Series Miguel de Cervantes Ballpoint Pen, issued as a Limited Edition of 17,000 pieces worldwide. T...

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21st Century and Contemporary Desk Accessories

Antique 19th century warm brown oak Dutch Lectern or portable desk writing box
Antique 19th century warm brown oak Dutch Lectern or portable desk writing box

Antique 19th century warm brown oak Dutch Lectern or portable desk writing box

Located in Casteren, NL

Perfect as a writing slope, portable desk, or book stand, this elegant writing box is not only a functional antique but also a timeless decorative piece, ready to be used and admired.

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Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Empire Desks

Materials

Steel

Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson
Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson

Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Lafayette, IN

This is a gorgeous, grandiose, and extremely rare piece of design history that will instantly outfit an entire office in striking style! Features: Desk: - Book-matched walnut venee...

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Aluminum

Clear Crystal & Brass Decorative Bookend –Heavy Duty Multifaceted  Modern Design
Clear Crystal & Brass Decorative Bookend –Heavy Duty Multifaceted  Modern Design

Clear Crystal & Brass Decorative Bookend –Heavy Duty Multifaceted Modern Design

By DAINTE INC

Located in Monroe, NY

Perfect as bookends for shelves, clear book ends for desk, or a stylish book shelf holder, it offers both practicality and artistic appeal.

Category

2010s American Art Deco Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Italian Midcentury Book Shelf / Desk
Italian Midcentury Book Shelf / Desk

Italian Midcentury Book Shelf / Desk

$2,360Sale Price|20% Off

Italian Midcentury Book Shelf / Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Italian midcentury book shelf with the dry bar - or desk when open.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

English Regency Metamorphic Book Case -Desk
English Regency Metamorphic Book Case -Desk

English Regency Metamorphic Book Case -Desk

Located in Hudson, NY

This finely made English regency period metamorphic bookcase-desk is also of an interesting and useful small scale.

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Antique 19th Century English Regency Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Rare Maitland-Smith Trompe L'oeil Book Stack Desk
Rare Maitland-Smith Trompe L'oeil Book Stack Desk

Rare Maitland-Smith Trompe L'oeil Book Stack Desk

By BoConcept, Maitland Smith, Jonathan Adler

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredibly sculptural desk table from North Carolina based furniture company Maitland Smith.

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Vintage 1980s American Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Copper

Directoire cylinder desk with a book case on top, France 1800
Directoire cylinder desk with a book case on top, France 1800

Directoire cylinder desk with a book case on top, France 1800

Located in Leimen, DE

Directoire cylinder desk with a book case on top, France 1800, mahogany veneer.

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Antique 1790s French Directoire Secretaires

Materials

Mahogany

Oak Desk Top Book Trough  A useful piece made in oak
Oak Desk Top Book Trough  A useful piece made in oak

Oak Desk Top Book Trough A useful piece made in oak

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Oak Desk Top Book Trough A useful piece made in oak and ideal to hold a few books on your desk or bedside The trough is 9” high, 14” wide and 5” deep WE116

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Vintage 1930s Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Pair of Italian Desk Top Brass Bronze Dog Sculptures Paperweight Book Holders
Pair of Italian Desk Top Brass Bronze Dog Sculptures Paperweight Book Holders

Pair of Italian Desk Top Brass Bronze Dog Sculptures Paperweight Book Holders

Located in Carimate, Como

Pair of Italian desk top brass bronze dog sculptures ideal as decorative paperweights or eventually as book holders.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Pair of Antique Executive Desk Bookends, English, Book Rest, Edwardian, C.1910
Pair of Antique Executive Desk Bookends, English, Book Rest, Edwardian, C.1910

Pair of Antique Executive Desk Bookends, English, Book Rest, Edwardian, C.1910

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a pair of executive desk bookends. An English, solid mahogany and leather dressed book rest, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Furniture

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Figural Cast Iron Canon and Leather Book Table or Desk Lamp
Midcentury Figural Cast Iron Canon and Leather Book Table or Desk Lamp

Midcentury Figural Cast Iron Canon and Leather Book Table or Desk Lamp

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

A nice example of a highly decorative and functional unique table lamp suitable for an accent table or desk.

Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Oak Desk Top Book Trough, with Handles  A useful piece made in oak
Oak Desk Top Book Trough, with Handles  A useful piece made in oak

Oak Desk Top Book Trough, with Handles A useful piece made in oak

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Oak Desk Top Book Trough, with Handles A useful piece made in oak and ideal to hold a few books on your desk or bedside, the trough has carying handles at each side The trough is 7...

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Painted Desk Top Book Trough A very attractive piece made in wood and painted
Painted Desk Top Book Trough A very attractive piece made in wood and painted

Painted Desk Top Book Trough A very attractive piece made in wood and painted

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Painted Desk Top Book Trough A very attractive piece made in wood and painted with flowers and leaves and ideal to hold a few books on your desk or bedside table The trough is 7” ...

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Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Paint

Lucite / Acrylic Law Enameled Scales of Justice Book Ends
Lucite / Acrylic Law Enameled Scales of Justice Book Ends

Lucite / Acrylic Law Enameled Scales of Justice Book Ends

Located in Westport, CT

Lucite / acrylic black enameled scales of justice book ends, stainless steel return to fit books together as shown, nice for book display on shelving or desk.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Stainless Steel

Empire Secretary Desk, France 19th century
Empire Secretary Desk, France 19th century

Empire Secretary Desk, France 19th century

Located in Belmont, MA

The desk features exquisite book-matched mahogany veneer, known for its rich grain and luxurious tone.

Category

Antique 1810s French Empire Secretaires

Materials

Marble

1820’s Biedermeier Fall Top Desk, Cherry
1820’s Biedermeier Fall Top Desk, Cherry

1820’s Biedermeier Fall Top Desk, Cherry

Located in Belmont, MA

1820’s Biedermeier Fall Top Desk in Cherry Veneer The 1820’s Biedermeier fall top desk features stunning book-matched cherry veneer, adding warmth and sophistication.

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Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Secretaires

Materials

Leather, Birch, Cherry

Set of Three Antique American School Desks, Circa 1900s
Set of Three Antique American School Desks, Circa 1900s

Set of Three Antique American School Desks, Circa 1900s

By American Seating

Located in Omaha, NE

The group includes: One cast-iron and hardwood desk by Buffalo Metal Company, circa 1895–1915 Two desks by American Seating Company, circa 1915–1935, including a lift-top example wit...

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Early 20th Century American American Classical Children's Furniture

Materials

Metal

Poul Hundevad Rosewood - Drop Desk - Wall Unit Bookcase
Poul Hundevad Rosewood - Drop Desk - Wall Unit Bookcase

Poul Hundevad Rosewood - Drop Desk - Wall Unit Bookcase

By Poul Havgaard

Located in Newfoundland, PA

Stunning rose wood book case or desk. Sliding door on the bottom with file draw and shelving.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood

Donald Deskey Style Art Deco Skyscraper Design Secretary Wall Cabinet or Desk
Donald Deskey Style Art Deco Skyscraper Design Secretary Wall Cabinet or Desk

Donald Deskey Style Art Deco Skyscraper Design Secretary Wall Cabinet or Desk

By Donald Deskey

Located in Westport, CT

In the style of Donald Deskey, Art Deco skyscraper design, cabinet/secretary desk, with draw compartments and desk, book shelf compartment.

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Secretaires

Materials

Nickel

Pair of Virginia Metalcrafters Brass Eagle Bookends
Pair of Virginia Metalcrafters Brass Eagle Bookends

Pair of Virginia Metalcrafters Brass Eagle Bookends

Located in New York, NY

Can hold large stack of books. Great on a book shelf or desk. Nice condition, ready to use.

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Bookends

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Century Cast Spaniel Mantle Decorations
Pair of 19th Century Cast Spaniel Mantle Decorations

Pair of 19th Century Cast Spaniel Mantle Decorations

Located in High Point, NC

The pair will look wonderful in a book case, on a mantle, desk or on display in shelving.

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

1960s Vintage Triton Conch Shell Sculpture on Brass Koi Fish Stand
1960s Vintage Triton Conch Shell Sculpture on Brass Koi Fish Stand

1960s Vintage Triton Conch Shell Sculpture on Brass Koi Fish Stand

By Mario Buccellati, Maitland Smith, Creel and Gow, Scully, Buccellati

Located in Miami, FL

This unique and rare coastal item is an exotic table sculpture that will look great placed upon a mantle, book shelf or desk. The gorgeous Triton "Trumpet" Conch Shell is well known ...

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Mid-20th Century Philippine Art Deco Natural Specimens

Materials

Brass

Hinged Double Oval Gilt Metal Picture Frames with Leaves
Hinged Double Oval Gilt Metal Picture Frames with Leaves

Hinged Double Oval Gilt Metal Picture Frames with Leaves

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Image area is 2.25 x 3.25 A complement to any book shelf, bedside or desk Please note that the platform’s price guidance tool may not accurately reflect the value of our items.

Category

20th Century Picture Frames

Materials

Metal

Pair of Vintage Brass Eagle Bookends
Pair of Vintage Brass Eagle Bookends

Pair of Vintage Brass Eagle Bookends

Located in New York, NY

Has thin felt on bottom of each to prevent scratching furniture. Great on a book shelf or desk. Nice condition, hand polished, ready to use. 6” tall 3" deep x 3” wide.

Category

Mid-20th Century Korean American Colonial Bookends

Materials

Brass

Pair of Virginia Metalcrafters Brass Eagle Bookends
Pair of Virginia Metalcrafters Brass Eagle Bookends

Pair of Virginia Metalcrafters Brass Eagle Bookends

Located in New York, NY

Can hold large stack of books. Great on a book shelf or desk. Nice condition, ready to use.

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Bookends

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Hand Made Copper Containers Brass Finish
Contemporary Hand Made Copper Containers Brass Finish

Contemporary Hand Made Copper Containers Brass Finish

By Paloma Morán

Located in Guadalajara, Jal.

The Vaivén containers are the ideal accessory to give light and movement to a surface, decorating a book shelve, a desk or a table. Hammered by hand in copper with its solid wood cov...

Category

2010s Jars

Materials

Copper

Contemporary Hand Made Copper Containers Polished Finish
Contemporary Hand Made Copper Containers Polished Finish

Contemporary Hand Made Copper Containers Polished Finish

Located in Guadalajara, Jal.

The Vaivén containers are the ideal accessory to give light and movement to a surface, decorating a book shelve, a desk or a table. Hammered by hand in copper with its solid wood cov...

Category

2010s Mexican Jars

Materials

Copper

Contemporary Hand Made Copper Containers Patinated Finish
Contemporary Hand Made Copper Containers Patinated Finish

Contemporary Hand Made Copper Containers Patinated Finish

Located in Guadalajara, Jal.

The Vaivén containers are the ideal accessory to give light and movement to a surface, decorating a book shelve, a desk or a table. Hammered by hand in copper with its solid wood cov...

Category

2010s Jars

Materials

Copper

Pair of Vintage Brass Eagle Bookends
Pair of Vintage Brass Eagle Bookends

Pair of Vintage Brass Eagle Bookends

Located in New York, NY

Has thin felt on bottom of each to prevent scratching furniture. Great on a book shelf or desk. Nice condition, hand polished, Ready to use. 7.5” tall 4" deep x 3.5” wide.

Category

Mid-20th Century Korean American Colonial Bookends

Materials

Brass

Set of Polished Brass and Chrome Tennis Racket Bookends QUICK SHIP
Set of Polished Brass and Chrome Tennis Racket Bookends QUICK SHIP

Set of Polished Brass and Chrome Tennis Racket Bookends QUICK SHIP

Located in New York, NY

Has thin foam on bottom to prevent scratching furniture. 5.5" high. Great on a book shelf or desk. Nice condition, ready to use.

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Large Cast Iron House Trees Polychrome Door Stopper, American 19th Century
Large Cast Iron House Trees Polychrome Door Stopper, American 19th Century

Large Cast Iron House Trees Polychrome Door Stopper, American 19th Century

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

This heavy weight doorstop would be a wonderful addition for any collector and could also be used as a book-end or desk accessory.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Antique Swedish Secretary Cabinet 19th Century
Antique Swedish Secretary Cabinet 19th Century

Antique Swedish Secretary Cabinet 19th Century

Located in Houston, TX

19th Century Swedish Secretary Desk with open book shelves above the fall front desk and bottom cabinet doors.

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires

Materials

Wood

Pair of Vintage Large Brass Eagle Bookends
Pair of Vintage Large Brass Eagle Bookends

Pair of Vintage Large Brass Eagle Bookends

Located in New York, NY

Has thin felt on bottom of each to prevent scratching furniture. Great on a book shelf or desk. Nice condition, hand polished, ready to use. 6.5” tall 3.25 deep x 3.25” wide.

Category

Mid-20th Century Korean American Colonial Bookends

Materials

Brass

Restored Vintage Florence Knoll Oval Top Rosewood Dining or Conference Table
Restored Vintage Florence Knoll Oval Top Rosewood Dining or Conference Table

Restored Vintage Florence Knoll Oval Top Rosewood Dining or Conference Table

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in St. Louis, MO

Restored Mid-Century Modern vintage Florence Knoll oval top dining table / conference or desk in rare book matched rosewood veneer on chrome star base.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Chrome

Pair French 19th Century Grand Tour Patinated Bronze Dogs on Green Marble Bases
Pair French 19th Century Grand Tour Patinated Bronze Dogs on Green Marble Bases

Pair French 19th Century Grand Tour Patinated Bronze Dogs on Green Marble Bases

Located in New York, NY

They work well in a multitude of settings, including as desk accessories, book ends, paper weights, etc.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Grand Tour Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Japanese 18th Century Tsukinami-e 6 Panel Floor Screen, Edo Period
Japanese 18th Century Tsukinami-e 6 Panel Floor Screen, Edo Period

Japanese 18th Century Tsukinami-e 6 Panel Floor Screen, Edo Period

Located in Norton, MA

In addition to the hundreds of figures, there is more to see such as architecture in building design, types of furniture of tables, desks, and book stands, bonsais, plants, trees, fl...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold Leaf

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Book Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic book desk available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, every book desk was constructed with great care. Find 136 options for an antique or vintage book desk now, or shop our selection of 11 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a book desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A book desk made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. Reflections Copenhagen, Valerio Ciampicacigli and Van Cleef & Arpels each produced at least one beautiful book desk that is worth considering.

How Much is a Book Desk?

Prices for a book desk start at $50 and top out at $21,095 with the average selling for $1,089.