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Mid 19thC Coramandel Inkwell Stand/Desk Tidy
Mid 19thC Coramandel Inkwell Stand/Desk Tidy

Mid 19thC Coramandel Inkwell Stand/Desk Tidy

Located in Altrincham, GB

Mid 19thC Coramandel Inkwell Stand/Desk Tidy with Mother of Pearl Inlays, Original Ink Bottle all on Bun Feet - 14.5"w x 8.5"d x 2.5"h

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Zebra Wood

Antique Insurance Agent's Desk Tidy, English, Office Letter Organiser, Victorian
Antique Insurance Agent's Desk Tidy, English, Office Letter Organiser, Victorian

Antique Insurance Agent's Desk Tidy, English, Office Letter Organiser, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique insurance agent's desk tidy. An English, mahogany letter organiser, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Wood

Antique Naval Architect's Desk Tidy, English, Executive Organiser, Victorian
Antique Naval Architect's Desk Tidy, English, Executive Organiser, Victorian

Antique Naval Architect's Desk Tidy, English, Executive Organiser, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique naval architect's desk tidy. An English, mahogany organiser case, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Wood

French Belle Epoque Bronze Desk Tidy with Pen Rest, Art Nouveau Design
French Belle Epoque Bronze Desk Tidy with Pen Rest, Art Nouveau Design

French Belle Epoque Bronze Desk Tidy with Pen Rest, Art Nouveau Design

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A Beautiful Turn of the Century Decorative French Belle Epoque / Art Nouveau Bronze Desk Tidy. With A Pen Rest Hinged Inkwell Cover.

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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Desk Sets

Materials

Bronze

French Art Déco Metal Desk Tidy with Woman Horseriding and a pair of Inkwells
French Art Déco Metal Desk Tidy with Woman Horseriding and a pair of Inkwells

French Art Déco Metal Desk Tidy with Woman Horseriding and a pair of Inkwells

Located in North Miami, FL

Every element of this desk tidy reflects the era’s fascination with both modernity and practicality, showcasing clean lines and durable craftsmanship.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Pair of Desk Accessories Faux Shagreen Sharkor Ray Skin Pen Pot & Desk Tidy
Pair of Desk Accessories Faux Shagreen Sharkor Ray Skin Pen Pot & Desk Tidy

Pair of Desk Accessories Faux Shagreen Sharkor Ray Skin Pen Pot & Desk Tidy

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of desk accessories in Faux Shargeen shark skin A very good looking and well made pair, ideally suited as a letter rack and pen...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Fabric

Felice Antonio Botta Mid-Century Lucite and Chrome Ashtray, Desk Tidy, Catchall
Felice Antonio Botta Mid-Century Lucite and Chrome Ashtray, Desk Tidy, Catchall

Felice Antonio Botta Mid-Century Lucite and Chrome Ashtray, Desk Tidy, Catchall

By Felice Antonio Botta

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning Lucite, chrome, and gilt metal ashtray, vide poche, or desk tidy has a design reminiscent of the renowned Italian designer Felice Antonio Botta's work.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal, Chrome

The Silver Crane Company English Ceramic Parker Pen Pottery Desk Tidy
The Silver Crane Company English Ceramic Parker Pen Pottery Desk Tidy

The Silver Crane Company English Ceramic Parker Pen Pottery Desk Tidy

Located in Linkebeek, BE

The Silver Crane Company English Ceramic Parker Pen Pottery Desk Tidy Wear consistent with age and use Collector - Advertising pencil case - desk A scarce novelty ceramic lidded de...

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Vintage 1980s English Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Designed by Le Corbusier for Lumax Glass Desk Tidy, Vide Poche, Catchall
Designed by Le Corbusier for Lumax Glass Desk Tidy, Vide Poche, Catchall

Designed by Le Corbusier for Lumax Glass Desk Tidy, Vide Poche, Catchall

By Le Corbusier, Lumax

Located in Atlanta, GA

Industrial thick molded glass desktop accessory (desk tidy, ashtray, or catchall) manufactured by Lumax, France.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Glass

SeaShell and Rootbeer Resin Desk Tidy Catchall Vide Poche, circa 1980
SeaShell and Rootbeer Resin Desk Tidy Catchall Vide Poche, circa 1980

SeaShell and Rootbeer Resin Desk Tidy Catchall Vide Poche, circa 1980

By Atelier Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning modern desk tidy, vide poche or catchall, boasts a large ovoid shape with an extra-thick acrylic resin slab and an important seashell insert.

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Vintage 1980s French Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Shell, Resin, Acrylic

Designed by Le Corbusier for Lumax Glass Desk Tidy, Vide Poche, Catchall
Designed by Le Corbusier for Lumax Glass Desk Tidy, Vide Poche, Catchall

Designed by Le Corbusier for Lumax Glass Desk Tidy, Vide Poche, Catchall

By Lumax, Le Corbusier

Located in Atlanta, GA

Industrial thick molded glass desktop accessory (desk tidy, ashtray, or catchall) manufactured by Lumax, France.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Glass

Le Corbusier for Lumax Mid-Century Modern Glass Desk Tidy, Catchall Bowl
Le Corbusier for Lumax Mid-Century Modern Glass Desk Tidy, Catchall Bowl

Le Corbusier for Lumax Mid-Century Modern Glass Desk Tidy, Catchall Bowl

By Le Corbusier, Lumax

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning industrial, thick, molded glass desktop accessory, desk tidy, vide poche, or cigar ashtray, was manufactured by Lumax, France, circa 1950.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Glass

Le Corbusier for Lumax Mid-Century Modern Glass Desk Tidy, Catchall Bowl
Le Corbusier for Lumax Mid-Century Modern Glass Desk Tidy, Catchall Bowl

Le Corbusier for Lumax Mid-Century Modern Glass Desk Tidy, Catchall Bowl

By Lumax, Le Corbusier

Located in Atlanta, GA

1950s industrial, thick, molded glass desktop accessory, desk tidy, vide poche, or cigar ashtray, crafted by Lumax, France.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Felice Antonio Botta Lucite and Chrome Ashtray, Desk Tidy, Catchall
Mid-Century Felice Antonio Botta Lucite and Chrome Ashtray, Desk Tidy, Catchall

Mid-Century Felice Antonio Botta Lucite and Chrome Ashtray, Desk Tidy, Catchall

By Felice Antonio Botta

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning Lucite and chrome ashtray, vide poche or desk tidy, was designed by the renowned Italian designer Felice Antonio Botta circa 1970.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Marius Giuge, Vallauris Lava Ceramic Cigar Ashtray Desk Tidy Catchall Vide Poche
Marius Giuge, Vallauris Lava Ceramic Cigar Ashtray Desk Tidy Catchall Vide Poche

Marius Giuge, Vallauris Lava Ceramic Cigar Ashtray Desk Tidy Catchall Vide Poche

By Vallauris, Marius Giuge

Located in Atlanta, GA

This lovely Mid-Century ceramic cigar ashtray, desk tidy, vide poche, or catchall, was crafted by Marius Giuge Atelier in Vallauris, France, in the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Mid-Century Leather and Crystal Ashtray Catchall Desk Tidy, circa 1950
Mid-Century Leather and Crystal Ashtray Catchall Desk Tidy, circa 1950

Mid-Century Leather and Crystal Ashtray Catchall Desk Tidy, circa 1950

By Travail Francais

Located in Atlanta, GA

Fashioned from bi-color molded crystal with luminous clear and topaz yellow colors, the piece serves as an ashtray or desk tidy with timeless elegance. The catchall is nicely nested ...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Crystal

Antique Victorian Silver & Cut Glass Inkstand Inkwell Desk Tidy London 1895
Antique Victorian Silver & Cut Glass Inkstand Inkwell Desk Tidy London 1895

Antique Victorian Silver & Cut Glass Inkstand Inkwell Desk Tidy London 1895

By Thomas Bradbury & Sons Ltd.

Located in London, GB

A magnificent Antique Victorian Silver Inkstand with two cut glass and Silver lidded Inkwells. The Inkstand has a lovely pierced design on the sides and stands on four feet. The Inks...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Willy Rizzo Style Mid-Century Lucite Ice Effect Ashtray, Desk Tidy, Catchall
Willy Rizzo Style Mid-Century Lucite Ice Effect Ashtray, Desk Tidy, Catchall

Willy Rizzo Style Mid-Century Lucite Ice Effect Ashtray, Desk Tidy, Catchall

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Atlanta, GA

A striking modernist Lucite ashtray or vide‑poche, crafted with a bold architectural sensibility reminiscent of Willy Rizzo's aesthetic. This substantial catchall features a square, ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Lucite, Plexiglass

Antique Dome Top Calling Card Box, English, Walnut, Brass, Desk Tidy, Victorian
Antique Dome Top Calling Card Box, English, Walnut, Brass, Desk Tidy, Victorian

Antique Dome Top Calling Card Box, English, Walnut, Brass, Desk Tidy, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, walnut and brass bound desktop tidy, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.  

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Air France Advertising Glass Ashtray Desk Tidy, or Vide Poche by Jean Colin
Air France Advertising Glass Ashtray Desk Tidy, or Vide Poche by Jean Colin

Air France Advertising Glass Ashtray Desk Tidy, or Vide Poche by Jean Colin

By Air France, Jean Colin

Located in Atlanta, GA

This rare molded glass advertising ashtray for Air France, designed in the 1960s, was manufactured by the Albert Gerrer company in Mulhouse, France. It features an original design by...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Adjustable Chrome Bankers Desk Light with Inkwell or Pen Desk Tidy 1920
Art Deco Adjustable Chrome Bankers Desk Light with Inkwell or Pen Desk Tidy 1920

Art Deco Adjustable Chrome Bankers Desk Light with Inkwell or Pen Desk Tidy 1920

Located in London, GB

Discovered on our travels in Italy and still yet to be seen again, this sleek 1920’s Art Deco chrome Bankers desk light with ink well or pen holder is a fine example of the period. T...

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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Chrome

Antique Tiffany Studios Bronze Doré Pen Tray Neoclassical Taste
Antique Tiffany Studios Bronze Doré Pen Tray Neoclassical Taste

Antique Tiffany Studios Bronze Doré Pen Tray Neoclassical Taste

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Norwich, England

Antique Tiffany Studios New York gilt bronze pen tray/desk tidy. Neoclassical Taste. Maker's Stamp. Circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Desk Sets

Materials

Bronze

Lack Metal 'Isos' Desk Lamp by Giotto Stoppino, Italy, c.1970
Lack Metal 'Isos' Desk Lamp by Giotto Stoppino, Italy, c.1970

Lack Metal 'Isos' Desk Lamp by Giotto Stoppino, Italy, c.1970

By Giotto Stoppino

Located in Surbiton, GB

Superb desk lamp, come desk tidy, designed by Giotto Stoppino and manufactured by Tronconi in the 70s.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

French Arts and Crafts Oak Stationary Box with Tambour
French Arts and Crafts Oak Stationary Box with Tambour

French Arts and Crafts Oak Stationary Box with Tambour

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

French Arts and Crafts oak stationary box with Tambour This very attractive French Box is made in Oak in the Arts and Crafts style, it has a rollover tambour cover The box has ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Desk Sets

Materials

Oak

Antique Desk Drawer, Japanese Ebonised Pine Desktop Folio, Victorian, Edo Period
Antique Desk Drawer, Japanese Ebonised Pine Desktop Folio, Victorian, Edo Period

Antique Desk Drawer, Japanese Ebonised Pine Desktop Folio, Victorian, Edo Period

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Attractive desk tidy with appealing hand-finished charm Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Ebonised pine frame presents dark tonality Accentuated to the top with a...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Desk Sets

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Pine

Art Deco Chrome Streamlined Car Trinket Box 1930s
Art Deco Chrome Streamlined Car Trinket Box 1930s

Art Deco Chrome Streamlined Car Trinket Box 1930s

By Alfred Dunhill

Located in Dereham, GB

Art Deco Chrome Streamlined Car Trinket Box 1930s Brass casting Good Art deco Streamlined shaped car Chrome Plated Hinged top trinket box/desk tidy Enamel badge on top Reads WESTON.S...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Chrome

Lumax Molded Glass Ashtray, Desk Accessory Catchall, Design by Le Corbusier
Lumax Molded Glass Ashtray, Desk Accessory Catchall, Design by Le Corbusier

Lumax Molded Glass Ashtray, Desk Accessory Catchall, Design by Le Corbusier

By Le Corbusier, Lumax

Located in Atlanta, GA

This industrial thick molded glass desktop accessory, desk tidy, ashtray, or catchall, was crafted by Lumax, France, circa 1950.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass

Rare 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Book Carrier Desk Stand
Rare 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Book Carrier Desk Stand

Rare 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Book Carrier Desk Stand

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

Originally this beautiful little antique desk accessory would have been made to sit on top of a desk, housing a selection of books for easy access and also of course allowing one to ...

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Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Desk Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Decorative Desk Stand, Indian, Ebony, Colonial Writer's Tidy, Victorian
Antique Decorative Desk Stand, Indian, Ebony, Colonial Writer's Tidy, Victorian

Antique Decorative Desk Stand, Indian, Ebony, Colonial Writer's Tidy, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique decorative desk stand. An Indian, ebony Colonial writer's tidy, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Indian British Colonial Desk Sets

Materials

Ebony

Antique Desk Top Marquetry Book Tidy, Fruitwood, Arts and Crafts, 1900
Antique Desk Top Marquetry Book Tidy, Fruitwood, Arts and Crafts, 1900

Antique Desk Top Marquetry Book Tidy, Fruitwood, Arts and Crafts, 1900

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Desk Top Marquetry Occasional Book Tidy The Bookcase is double sided with very attractive marquetry panels on each end The bookcase is in attractive condition, a good useful p...

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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Desk Sets

Materials

Fruitwood

Le Corbusier for Lumax Mid-Century Modern Glass Catchall Bowl, circa 1950
Le Corbusier for Lumax Mid-Century Modern Glass Catchall Bowl, circa 1950

Le Corbusier for Lumax Mid-Century Modern Glass Catchall Bowl, circa 1950

By Lumax, Le Corbusier

Located in Atlanta, GA

This 1950s Industrial thick-molded glass desktop accessory, desk tidy, vide poche, or cigar ashtray was manufactured by Lumax in France.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Glass

Baccarat France Heart-Shaped Crystal Cigar Ashtray Bowl Vide-Poche Dish
Baccarat France Heart-Shaped Crystal Cigar Ashtray Bowl Vide-Poche Dish

Baccarat France Heart-Shaped Crystal Cigar Ashtray Bowl Vide-Poche Dish

By Baccarat

Located in Atlanta, GA

Baccarat France designed this stunning crystal cigar ashtray, bowl, or desk tidy. The rare piece was crafted in France circa 1980.

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Late 20th Century French Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Crystal

Dupre Lafon Leather and Crystal Vide Poche Catchall, France circa 1950
Dupre Lafon Leather and Crystal Vide Poche Catchall, France circa 1950

Dupre Lafon Leather and Crystal Vide Poche Catchall, France circa 1950

By Paul Dupré-Lafon

Located in Atlanta, GA

This vibrant red leather and crystal catchall or desk tidy is a must-have for any Mid-Century enthusiast.

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Vintage 1950s French Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Crystal

Italian Space Age White "Isos" Desk Lamp & Organizer by Tronconi, 1972
Italian Space Age White "Isos" Desk Lamp & Organizer by Tronconi, 1972

Italian Space Age White "Isos" Desk Lamp & Organizer by Tronconi, 1972

By Tronconi, Giotto Stoppino

Located in Mortsel, BE

What makes the "Isos" unique is the integrated desk tidy; the base features a molded tray with specific compartments for organizing pens, paperclips, and other office essentials.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair Georgian Sterling Silver Gilt Snuffer Trays / Pen Trays 1814 Paul Storr
Pair Georgian Sterling Silver Gilt Snuffer Trays / Pen Trays 1814 Paul Storr

Pair Georgian Sterling Silver Gilt Snuffer Trays / Pen Trays 1814 Paul Storr

By Paul Storr

Located in London, GB

These Tray were originally created as snuffer trays but are now often uses as Pen Trays, Trinket Dishes or Desk Tidies. Made in London, England in 1814 by Paul Storr.

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20th Century Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Danish Silver Box Georg Jensen Skonvirke Box / Cigar Box Copenhagen c. 1915
Danish Silver Box Georg Jensen Skonvirke Box / Cigar Box Copenhagen c. 1915

Danish Silver Box Georg Jensen Skonvirke Box / Cigar Box Copenhagen c. 1915

By Georg Jensen, Johan Rohde

Located in London, GB

Perhaps originally intended for Cigars or Cigarettes, this box is of an elegan size and design to be suitable for jewellery, trinkets or as a desk tidy. Made in Copenhagen, Denmark ...

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20th Century Danish Arts and Crafts Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

George III Mahogany Architect’s Desk attr. Gillows of Lancaster circa 1790
George III Mahogany Architect’s Desk attr. Gillows of Lancaster circa 1790

George III Mahogany Architect’s Desk attr. Gillows of Lancaster circa 1790

Located in Shippensburg, PA

This surface slides back to uncover a lower compartment with an open storage area, flanked by three lidded compartments labeled alphabetically within oval reserves. The back of the d...

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Antique 18th Century English George III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

A Large Victorian Heavy Quality Pedestal Desk
A Large Victorian Heavy Quality Pedestal Desk

A Large Victorian Heavy Quality Pedestal Desk

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Large Victorian Heavy Quality Pedestal Desk The desk comes in to 3 pieces, 2 pedestals and a long top with 3 drawers Each of the pedestals has more drawers, the bottom one on the...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Black Slate Desk Set Office Handmade Design by Joaquín Moll, Minimalist Design
Black Slate Desk Set Office Handmade Design by Joaquín Moll, Minimalist Design

Black Slate Desk Set Office Handmade Design by Joaquín Moll, Minimalist Design

By Meddel, Joaquín Moll

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

The elevated structure allows a computer monitor or screen to rest securely, while the open space beneath provides convenient storage for a laptop, keyboard, or desk accessories, hel...

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2010s Spanish Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Stone, Slate

19th Century Victorian Pedestal Desk in Figured Birch
19th Century Victorian Pedestal Desk in Figured Birch

19th Century Victorian Pedestal Desk in Figured Birch

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Victorian Good Quality Pedestal Desk The desk is made in one of the loveliest woods, figured Birch which has a wonderful dark gold colour, each of the pedestals has three graduat...

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Antique 19th Century High Victorian Desks

Materials

Birch

Daum France Pate de Verre and Crystal Bowl Catchall Ashtray, circa 1970
Daum France Pate de Verre and Crystal Bowl Catchall Ashtray, circa 1970

Daum France Pate de Verre and Crystal Bowl Catchall Ashtray, circa 1970

By Daum

Located in Atlanta, GA

The mouth-blown, transparent crystal design features a heavy, square shape with blue and turquoise modernist pâte de verre inlay. The desk tidy is marked on the side edge with the ac...

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Vintage 1970s French Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Crystal

Victorian Gothic Green Man Desk, Golden Oak, Carved Details, 1850
Victorian Gothic Green Man Desk, Golden Oak, Carved Details, 1850

Victorian Gothic Green Man Desk, Golden Oak, Carved Details, 1850

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

This a sturdy piece, the tooled leathered top is tidy, the desk has keys The desk stands 30” high it is 48” long and 29” deep, the under knee height measures 25” TNV147.  

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Antique Mid-19th Century Gothic Desks

Materials

Oak

Arts and Crafts Letter Rack, Copper Envelope A super piece
Arts and Crafts Letter Rack, Copper Envelope A super piece

Arts and Crafts Letter Rack, Copper Envelope A super piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Arts and Crafts Letter Rack, Copper Envelope A super piece, arts and crafts hand made with hand beaten Cooper in the shape of an open envelope, just the thing to keep your mail tidy...

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Vintage 1930s Arts and Crafts Desk Sets

Materials

Copper

Vallauris Lava Ceramic Cigar Ashtray Marius Giuge Catchall Vide Poche 1960s
Vallauris Lava Ceramic Cigar Ashtray Marius Giuge Catchall Vide Poche 1960s

Vallauris Lava Ceramic Cigar Ashtray Marius Giuge Catchall Vide Poche 1960s

By Marius Giuge

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Perfect as a statement piece for a coffee table, entryway, or office desk. Use it as a vide-poche, cigar ashtray, decorative bowl, or desk tidy. * Designer: Attributed to Marius Giug...

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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Ashtrays

Materials

Lava

Jolanda Prinsen for Whalter Glas Crystal Cigar Ashtray Bowl Vide-Poche Dish
Jolanda Prinsen for Whalter Glas Crystal Cigar Ashtray Bowl Vide-Poche Dish

Jolanda Prinsen for Whalter Glas Crystal Cigar Ashtray Bowl Vide-Poche Dish

By German Manufactory

Located in Atlanta, GA

Jolanda Prinsen designed this stunning crystal cigar ashtray, bowl, or desk tidy for Walther Glas. The piece was crafted in Germany circa 2000.

Category

Early 2000s German Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Crystal

Gucci Maple Wood Tidy Tray, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1970s Design
Gucci Maple Wood Tidy Tray, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1970s Design

Gucci Maple Wood Tidy Tray, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1970s Design

By Gucci

Located in Naples, IT

Gucci maple wood desk accessory or tidy tray, original, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Wood

Decorative Italian Lapis Lazuli Brass Hinged Box
Decorative Italian Lapis Lazuli Brass Hinged Box

Decorative Italian Lapis Lazuli Brass Hinged Box

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Equally ideal for an office, it provides a stylish home for desk accessories, keeping things tidy while adding a bold pop of color.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Brass

Antique Extending Book Slide, English, Novel Rest, Home Library, Victorian, 1880
Antique Extending Book Slide, English, Novel Rest, Home Library, Victorian, 1880

Antique Extending Book Slide, English, Novel Rest, Home Library, Victorian, 1880

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Elegantly crafted with fine materials and tasteful fretwork, this piece is ideal for the refined study or desk environment. Appealing slide-out form, adjustable to suit a range of b...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Bookends

Materials

Rosewood

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Black ABS Ashtray / Desk Tidy by Ettore Sottsass for Olivetti, Italy, circa 1970
Black ABS Ashtray / Desk Tidy by Ettore Sottsass for Olivetti, Italy, circa 1970

Black ABS Ashtray / Desk Tidy by Ettore Sottsass for Olivetti, Italy, circa 1970

By Olivetti, Ettore Sottsass

Located in London, GB

Black ABS ashtray, come desk tidy, by Italian design icon, Ettore Sottsass for Olivetti as part the synthesis range in the 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Plastic

Bohemian Art Nouveau Kralik Red Banded Glass Desk Tidy with Holly Decoration
Bohemian Art Nouveau Kralik Red Banded Glass Desk Tidy with Holly Decoration

Bohemian Art Nouveau Kralik Red Banded Glass Desk Tidy with Holly Decoration

By Kralik Glassworks

Located in London, GB

Superior red Kralik banded desk tidy circa 1900 -with two tone holly decorated lid.

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Antique Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Metal

Set of 3 Ashtrays-Desk Tidies, Pierre Vandel 1970s France Golden Alu Midcentury
Set of 3 Ashtrays-Desk Tidies, Pierre Vandel 1970s France Golden Alu Midcentury

Set of 3 Ashtrays-Desk Tidies, Pierre Vandel 1970s France Golden Alu Midcentury

By Pierre Vandel

Located in L'Isle sur la Sorgue, FR

Set of 3 ashtrays-Desk tidies designed by Pierre Vandel . 1970s . France.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Brass

Fontana Arte Desk set
Fontana Arte Desk set

Fontana Arte Desk set

Unavailable

H 18 in W 7 in D 2 in

Fontana Arte Desk set

By Fontana Arte

Located in London, GB

A Stylish cut and polished glass Fontana Arte Desk set, comprising a paperweight, ash tray, and desk tidy.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Desk Accessories

Georgian Writing Bureau
Georgian Writing Bureau

Georgian Writing Bureau

Unavailable

H 45.28 in W 43.71 in D 22.05 in

Georgian Writing Bureau

Located in Inverness, GB

The drawer handles in the desk tidy are ivory and compliment the Conch Shell inlay design.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Georgian Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Sculptural Postmodern Ashtray by Ettore Sottsass for Olivetti, Italy, circa 1970
Sculptural Postmodern Ashtray by Ettore Sottsass for Olivetti, Italy, circa 1970

Sculptural Postmodern Ashtray by Ettore Sottsass for Olivetti, Italy, circa 1970

By Olivetti, Ettore Sottsass

Located in London, GB

In remarkable condition with the original box. 2 smaller ashtrays / desk tidies from the same range are also available.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Plastic

Vitra S-Tidy in Yellow by Michel Charlot, 2016
Vitra S-Tidy in Yellow by Michel Charlot, 2016

Vitra S-Tidy in Yellow by Michel Charlot, 2016

Unavailable

H 3.15 in W 12.41 in D 9.85 in

Vitra S-Tidy in Yellow by Michel Charlot, 2016

By Vitra

Located in New York, NY

Office accessories designed by Michel Charlot introduce unusual organic-shaped designs to the usually austere office environment. Inspired by cartoons and sculptures, the different c...

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2010s Swiss Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Plastic

Vitra O-Tidy in Yellow by Michel Charlot, 2016
Vitra O-Tidy in Yellow by Michel Charlot, 2016

Vitra O-Tidy in Yellow by Michel Charlot, 2016

Unavailable

H 3.15 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in

Vitra O-Tidy in Yellow by Michel Charlot, 2016

By Vitra

Located in New York, NY

Office accessories designed by Michel Charlot introduce unusual organic-shaped designs to the usually austere office environment. Inspired by cartoons and sculptures, the different c...

Category

2010s Swiss Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Plastic

Vitra S-Tidy in Poppy Red by Michel Charlot, 2016
Vitra S-Tidy in Poppy Red by Michel Charlot, 2016

Vitra S-Tidy in Poppy Red by Michel Charlot, 2016

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H 3.15 in W 12.41 in D 9.85 in

Vitra S-Tidy in Poppy Red by Michel Charlot, 2016

By Vitra

Located in New York, NY

Office accessories designed by Michel Charlot introduce unusual organic-shaped designs to the usually austere office environment. Inspired by cartoons and sculptures, the different c...

Category

2010s Swiss Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Plastic

Vitra S-Tidy in Sea Blue by Michel Charlot, 2016
Vitra S-Tidy in Sea Blue by Michel Charlot, 2016

Vitra S-Tidy in Sea Blue by Michel Charlot, 2016

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H 3.15 in W 12.41 in D 9.85 in

Vitra S-Tidy in Sea Blue by Michel Charlot, 2016

By Vitra

Located in New York, NY

Office accessories designed by Michel Charlot introduce unusual organic-shaped designs to the usually austere office environment. Inspired by cartoons and sculptures, the different c...

Category

2010s Swiss Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Plastic

Collection of Four English Victorian Letter Clips
Collection of Four English Victorian Letter Clips

Collection of Four English Victorian Letter Clips

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H 1.5 in W 2.5 in D 6 in

Collection of Four English Victorian Letter Clips

Located in Port Chester, NY

This is a charming collection, With four clips it is possible to keep a desk top tidy. The three similar clips vary in size, the little shiny brass clip is most unusual.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Victorian Rosewood and Mother of Pearl Inlay Writing Slope with Baize and Extras
Victorian Rosewood and Mother of Pearl Inlay Writing Slope with Baize and Extras

Victorian Rosewood and Mother of Pearl Inlay Writing Slope with Baize and Extras

Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

An elegant mid-19th century early Victorian rosewood writing slope desk tidy box having an inset mother of pearl fixture to the lid.

Category

Antique 1850s English Campaign Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Victorian Walnut Writing Slope Ebony and Abalone Shell Decoration to Borders
Victorian Walnut Writing Slope Ebony and Abalone Shell Decoration to Borders

Victorian Walnut Writing Slope Ebony and Abalone Shell Decoration to Borders

Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

A mid-19th century early Victorian burr walnut writing slope desk tidy box having an inset silver plated armorial cartouche to the lid with ebony and abalone shell decoration to bord...

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Antique 1850s English British Colonial Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London
An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London

An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London

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H 9.85 in W 6.5 in D 3.15 in

An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

An Art Deco Desk Tidy/ Pin Tray. Bronze tiger mounted ob an oval onyx base.

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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

A William IV rosewood desk tidy attributed to Gillows
A William IV rosewood desk tidy attributed to Gillows

A William IV rosewood desk tidy attributed to Gillows

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A William IV rosewood desk tidy attributed to Gillows, of rectangular form with everted, bracket sides carved with S-scrolls and pointed trefoil corners, raised on four turned feet.

Category

Antique 1830s English William IV Desk Sets

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Mahogany, Letter, Stationery Rack, Edwardian
Antique Desk Tidy, English, Mahogany, Letter, Stationery Rack, Edwardian

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Mahogany, Letter, Stationery Rack, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique desk tidy. An English, mahogany letter or stationery rack, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Mahogany

Small Antique Treen, English, Walnut, Artist's Brush Pot, Desk Tidy, Victorian
Small Antique Treen, English, Walnut, Artist's Brush Pot, Desk Tidy, Victorian

Small Antique Treen, English, Walnut, Artist's Brush Pot, Desk Tidy, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, walnut artist's brush pot or desk tidy, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1900.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British More Desk Accessories

Materials

Walnut

Antique Clerk's Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Organiser, Letter Rack, Victorian, 1870
Antique Clerk's Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Organiser, Letter Rack, Victorian, 1870

Antique Clerk's Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Organiser, Letter Rack, Victorian, 1870

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique clerk's desk tidy. An English, oak countertop organiser or letter rack, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Oak

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Tabletop, Pen Tray, Document Drawer, Edwardian.
Antique Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Tabletop, Pen Tray, Document Drawer, Edwardian.

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Tabletop, Pen Tray, Document Drawer, Edwardian.

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique desk tidy. An English, oak tabletop pen tray with drawer, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Category

Early 20th Century British Desk Sets

Materials

Oak

Aldo Tura Goatskin Cigar Ashtray Desk Tidy
Aldo Tura Goatskin Cigar Ashtray Desk Tidy

Aldo Tura Goatskin Cigar Ashtray Desk Tidy

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H 2.56 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in

Aldo Tura Goatskin Cigar Ashtray Desk Tidy

By Aldo Tura

Located in Atlanta, GA

Stunning lacquered goatskin and chromed metal cigar ashtray or desk tidy or catchall by Italian designer Aldo Tura, Milano.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Metal

Fabulous Antique English Equestrian / Horse Racing Desk Tidy, circa 1900
Fabulous Antique English Equestrian / Horse Racing Desk Tidy, circa 1900

Fabulous Antique English Equestrian / Horse Racing Desk Tidy, circa 1900

Located in Bath, GB

A handsome and most unusual desk tidy made from English silver plate dating to the late Victorian era, circa 1890-1900.

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Desk Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Letter Holder, German, Desk Tidy, Art Nouveau, after WMF, Edwardian
Antique Letter Holder, German, Desk Tidy, Art Nouveau, after WMF, Edwardian

Antique Letter Holder, German, Desk Tidy, Art Nouveau, after WMF, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

A German, cast metal and glass desk tidy of Art Nouveau taste and in the manner of WMF Kayserzinn, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Category

Early 20th Century German More Desk Accessories

Materials

Glass

Antique English Horn and Gold Plated Novelty Desk Tidy, Lizard with Glass Eyes
Antique English Horn and Gold Plated Novelty Desk Tidy, Lizard with Glass Eyes

Antique English Horn and Gold Plated Novelty Desk Tidy, Lizard with Glass Eyes

Located in Bath, GB

A charming and unusual desk tidy / dish, perfect for keeping bits and pieces tidy on the desk-top.

Category

Antique 1880s English Late Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Gold Plate

Set of 2 Wooden and Brass Desk Tidies, Italian, circa 1970
Set of 2 Wooden and Brass Desk Tidies, Italian, circa 1970

Set of 2 Wooden and Brass Desk Tidies, Italian, circa 1970

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This set of 2 desk tidies are made of wooden and brass. They are Italian, circa 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Wooden and Brass Desk Tidies, Italian, circa 1970
Set of 2 Wooden and Brass Desk Tidies, Italian, circa 1970

Set of 2 Wooden and Brass Desk Tidies, Italian, circa 1970

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This set of 2 desk tidies are made of wooden and brass. They are Italian, circa 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Brass

Laurige Croute De Vachette Paris Brown Leather & Suede Desk Tidy Document Holder
Laurige Croute De Vachette Paris Brown Leather & Suede Desk Tidy Document Holder

Laurige Croute De Vachette Paris Brown Leather & Suede Desk Tidy Document Holder

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely brown leather hand made in Paris by Laurige Croute De Vachette desk tidy A very useful tray for storing or moving A4 documents, in r...

Category

20th Century French Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Leather

Jacques Adnet Leather and Cork Glass Ashtray Catchall Desk Tidy
Jacques Adnet Leather and Cork Glass Ashtray Catchall Desk Tidy

Jacques Adnet Leather and Cork Glass Ashtray Catchall Desk Tidy

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Atlanta, GA

Stylish 1950s, modernist leather, and cork, glass ashtray, catchall or desk tidy by Jacques Adnet (1901-1984). Signature Adnet contrast black leather belt with a thick cork holder.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Leather, Cork, Glass

Le Corbusier for Lumax Modernist Glass Desk Tidy Catchall
Le Corbusier for Lumax Modernist Glass Desk Tidy Catchall

Le Corbusier for Lumax Modernist Glass Desk Tidy Catchall

By Le Corbusier, Lumax

Located in Atlanta, GA

This 1950s industrial thick molded glass desktop accessory, designed by one of the most influential architects of the 20th century, Le Corbusier, is the perfect desk tidy, ashtray, o...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Glass

Suite of Faux Book Brown Leather Desk Accessories Pen Pot Desk Tidy Book Clock
Suite of Faux Book Brown Leather Desk Accessories Pen Pot Desk Tidy Book Clock

Suite of Faux Book Brown Leather Desk Accessories Pen Pot Desk Tidy Book Clock

By Theodore Alexander

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of brown leather desk accessories Including a clock in a set of books, a pen pot made up of books and a desk / envelope tidy ...

Category

20th Century English Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Leather

Verreries de Masnieres 1950s Glass Cigar Ashtray Desk Tidy
Verreries de Masnieres 1950s Glass Cigar Ashtray Desk Tidy

Verreries de Masnieres 1950s Glass Cigar Ashtray Desk Tidy

Located in Atlanta, GA

Stunning large midcentury blown glass cigar ashtray or desk tidy or vide poche designed and manufactured by Verreries de Masnieres, France.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

Charming Cold Painted Bronze Dog "Vide Poche" / Desk Tidy, circa 1910
Charming Cold Painted Bronze Dog "Vide Poche" / Desk Tidy, circa 1910

Charming Cold Painted Bronze Dog "Vide Poche" / Desk Tidy, circa 1910

Located in Bath, GB

A fabulous antique desk tidy or "Vide Poche" (empty pocket); the base made for a circular polished piece of Onyx.

Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Onyx

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Silver Plate, Decorative Box, Edwardian, C.1910
Antique Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Silver Plate, Decorative Box, Edwardian, C.1910

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Silver Plate, Decorative Box, Edwardian, C.1910

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique desk tidy. An English, oak and silver plate decorative box, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver Plate

1950s English Modular Minty Oxford Vintage Stacking Legal Bookcase Desk Tidy
1950s English Modular Minty Oxford Vintage Stacking Legal Bookcase Desk Tidy

1950s English Modular Minty Oxford Vintage Stacking Legal Bookcase Desk Tidy

By Minty of Oxford

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning vintage Minty oxford stacking library bookcase with desk tidy section. A good looking and well made piece, supplied the greatest s...

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Jean Luce 1930s French Art Deco Mirrored Glass Cigar Ashtray Desk Tidy
Jean Luce 1930s French Art Deco Mirrored Glass Cigar Ashtray Desk Tidy

Jean Luce 1930s French Art Deco Mirrored Glass Cigar Ashtray Desk Tidy

By Jean Luce

Located in Atlanta, GA

Stunning large Art Deco mirrored glass cigar ashtray or desk tidy or vide poche attributed to French designer Jean Luce.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Glass, Mirror

Willy Daro Natural Agate Stone and Bronze Bowl, Vide Poche, Catchall, Desk Tidy
Willy Daro Natural Agate Stone and Bronze Bowl, Vide Poche, Catchall, Desk Tidy

Willy Daro Natural Agate Stone and Bronze Bowl, Vide Poche, Catchall, Desk Tidy

By Willy Daro

Located in Atlanta, GA

This elegant modernist natural agate stone desk tidy, or vide poche, is reminiscent of Willy Daro's work.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Stone, Agate, Bronze

Felice Antonio Botta Tortoise Lucite and Chrome Ashtray, Desk Tidy, Catchall
Felice Antonio Botta Tortoise Lucite and Chrome Ashtray, Desk Tidy, Catchall

Felice Antonio Botta Tortoise Lucite and Chrome Ashtray, Desk Tidy, Catchall

By Felice Antonio Botta

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning Lucite and chrome ashtray, vide poche or desk tidy, has a design reminiscent of the renowned Italian designer Felice Antonio Botta's work.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Designed by Le Corbusier for Lumax 1950s Nevada Molded Glass Desk Tidy Ashtray
Designed by Le Corbusier for Lumax 1950s Nevada Molded Glass Desk Tidy Ashtray

Designed by Le Corbusier for Lumax 1950s Nevada Molded Glass Desk Tidy Ashtray

By Le Corbusier, Lumax

Located in Atlanta, GA

1950s Industrial thick molded glass desktop accessory, desk tidy, or cigar ashtray manufactured by Lumax, France.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Glass

Space Age Vide Poche, Bowl, Catchall or Desk Tidy Aluminum and Red Enamel
Space Age Vide Poche, Bowl, Catchall or Desk Tidy Aluminum and Red Enamel

Space Age Vide Poche, Bowl, Catchall or Desk Tidy Aluminum and Red Enamel

Located in Atlanta, GA

The catchall is made of polished cast aluminum with a bright red-orange enamel accent coating on the inside. This desk tidy is the perfect accessory for pen storage or other desk sma...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Space Age Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Enamel

Antique English Crocodile / Alligator Inkwell / Desk Tidy, circa 1880
Antique English Crocodile / Alligator Inkwell / Desk Tidy, circa 1880

Antique English Crocodile / Alligator Inkwell / Desk Tidy, circa 1880

Located in Bath, GB

A truly magnificent and scarce novelty inkwell, cast in the form of a Crocodile / Alligator, in heavy solid brass. The hinged lid to the centre lifts to reveal a central section w...

Category

Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Willy Rizzo Style Lucite and Chrome Ashtray, Desk Tidy, Catchall
Mid-Century Willy Rizzo Style Lucite and Chrome Ashtray, Desk Tidy, Catchall

Mid-Century Willy Rizzo Style Lucite and Chrome Ashtray, Desk Tidy, Catchall

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Atlanta, GA

This lovely 1970s Lucite and chrome ashtray, vide poche, or desk tidy has an incredible design reminiscent of the work of Willy Rizzo.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal

An English hallmarked silver postal letter rack or desk tidy, Chester 1896 – 7
An English hallmarked silver postal letter rack or desk tidy, Chester 1896 – 7

An English hallmarked silver postal letter rack or desk tidy, Chester 1896 – 7

Located in Central England, GB

A rare late Victorian hallmarked silver postal letter rack or desk tidy which would be ideal for business cards etc.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Inkstand 1880 Inkwell Desk Tidy Pen Tray
Antique Victorian Silver Inkstand 1880 Inkwell Desk Tidy Pen Tray

Antique Victorian Silver Inkstand 1880 Inkwell Desk Tidy Pen Tray

By Walter and John Barnard

Located in London, GB

A magnificent Antique Victorian sterling Silver Inkstand with a pair of Inkwells, a central rectangular box with a fitted lid supporting a small lamp with a snake handle. The Inkstan...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Jean Luce Art Deco Blue Mirror Glass Ashtray Desk Tidy, France 1930s
Jean Luce Art Deco Blue Mirror Glass Ashtray Desk Tidy, France 1930s

Jean Luce Art Deco Blue Mirror Glass Ashtray Desk Tidy, France 1930s

By Jean Luce

Located in Atlanta, GA

Stunning Art Deco 1930s mirrored ashtray, desk tidy, or catchall created by French designer Jean Luce (1895 - 1964).

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Glass, Mirror

Antique George II Silver Gilt Inkstand Inkwell Desk Tidy 1752 18th Century
Antique George II Silver Gilt Inkstand Inkwell Desk Tidy 1752 18th Century

Antique George II Silver Gilt Inkstand Inkwell Desk Tidy 1752 18th Century

By William Cripps

Located in London, GB

A magnificent Antique George II Sterling Silver Gilt Inkwell with a rounded rectangular shape and a bold anthemion handle. The Inkstand Tray has a reeded border on the rim and two su...

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Nos Liberty's London Brown Leather & Silk Desk Tidy Set Pen Pot Filing Note Pad
Nos Liberty's London Brown Leather & Silk Desk Tidy Set Pen Pot Filing Note Pad

Nos Liberty's London Brown Leather & Silk Desk Tidy Set Pen Pot Filing Note Pad

By Liberty of London, Liberty & Co.

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning new old stock Liberty’s London handmade in Italy brown leather and silk desk stationery organizer set A very good looking and well...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Leather, Silk

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand / Inkwell / Desk Tidy 1871
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand / Inkwell / Desk Tidy 1871

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand / Inkwell / Desk Tidy 1871

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in London, GB

A beautiful Antique Victorian Solid Silver Inkstand with two glass lined Inkwells with hinged lids. The base of the inkstand has a classic Greek Key pattern around the sides and rows...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tommaso Barbi White Murano Glass Ashtray Desk Tidy Catchall, Italy 1970s
Tommaso Barbi White Murano Glass Ashtray Desk Tidy Catchall, Italy 1970s

Tommaso Barbi White Murano Glass Ashtray Desk Tidy Catchall, Italy 1970s

By Tommaso Barbi

Located in Atlanta, GA

Tommaso Barbi, Italy, designed this lovely 1970s modernist decorative bowl. Rounded and puffy donut Space Age shape with swirled milky white Murano Art glass body and chromed metal i...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Dog Pen Tidy Inkwell  Black Forest
Dog Pen Tidy Inkwell  Black Forest

Dog Pen Tidy Inkwell Black Forest

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H 5.52 in W 11.82 in D 6.7 in

Dog Pen Tidy Inkwell Black Forest

By Black Forest

Located in Newark, England

Black Forest oversized novelty pen tray combined inkwell. The desk tidy modelled as a dog hinged at the neck revealing a hidden ink well inside.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Inkwells

Materials

Wood

G Plan Quadrille Desk Danish Inspired
G Plan Quadrille Desk Danish Inspired

G Plan Quadrille Desk Danish Inspired

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H 27.17 in W 61.03 in D 17.72 in

G Plan Quadrille Desk Danish Inspired

By G Plan Furniture

Located in Otley, GB

The desk has three drawers with nice simple teak handles & an inner desk tidy.

Category

Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Sigvard Bernadotte Desk
Danish Sigvard Bernadotte Desk

Danish Sigvard Bernadotte Desk

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H 29.14 in W 59.85 in D 29.93 in

Danish Sigvard Bernadotte Desk

By Sigvard Bernadotte

Located in Otley, GB

It oozes quality. The desk has two desk tidy pullouts for stationary, seven drawers including a filing drawer & internal dividers.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Midcentury Desk Set Letter Rack Rotating Calendar Pen Tray Black Leather c1960
Midcentury Desk Set Letter Rack Rotating Calendar Pen Tray Black Leather c1960

Midcentury Desk Set Letter Rack Rotating Calendar Pen Tray Black Leather c1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Three-piece midcentury desk accessories French stitched black leather, gold and metal Three pieces Letter rack French rolling calendar date changer 3 section pen tray or desk tid...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

Rare & Unusual Tortoiseshell & Silver Double Desk Clip Dated London 1882
Rare & Unusual Tortoiseshell & Silver Double Desk Clip Dated London 1882

Rare & Unusual Tortoiseshell & Silver Double Desk Clip Dated London 1882

Located in London, GB

A rare & beautiful tortoiseshell double desk clip. Both functional & decorative, the finely cast silver bows operate as clips as shown, which lends itself to a range of uses, such a...

Category

Antique 19th Century British Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver

Scandinavian desk from the 1940s
Scandinavian desk from the 1940s

Scandinavian desk from the 1940s

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H 29.53 in W 42.92 in D 22.84 in

Scandinavian desk from the 1940s

Located in Brescia, IT

The frame features four side drawers and one center drawer, providing ample storage to keep your desk tidy. Tapered legs add lightness and modernity to the desk, blending perfectly ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Charming Arts & Crafts Golden Oak Stationary Box
Charming Arts & Crafts Golden Oak Stationary Box

Charming Arts & Crafts Golden Oak Stationary Box

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A charming Arts & Crafts golden oak stationary box This very attractive letter rack is made in golden oak in the Arts & Crafts style The box has 4 dividers (5 Compartments) these...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts More Desk Accessories

Materials

Oak

1950s Vintage Atomic Desk in Walnut with Floating Cabinet & Lamp
1950s Vintage Atomic Desk in Walnut with Floating Cabinet & Lamp

1950s Vintage Atomic Desk in Walnut with Floating Cabinet & Lamp

By Paul McCobb, Heal's, Milo Baughman, Greta Magnusson Grossman

Located in Shepperton, Surrey

The angled sliding doors of the floating cabinet reveal desk tidy slots and ample storage. The lamp can be positioned for direct or diffused light.

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Richard Rathbone, Attributed to C F A Voysey Arts & Crafts Copper Desk Ink Well
Richard Rathbone, Attributed to C F A Voysey Arts & Crafts Copper Desk Ink Well

Richard Rathbone, Attributed to C F A Voysey Arts & Crafts Copper Desk Ink Well

By Richard Rathbone, Charles Voysey

Located in London, GB

Voysey An Arts & Crafts large copper desk tidy and ink well Stamped 'Rathbone' on base.

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Vintage 1910s English Arts and Crafts Inkwells

Materials

Copper

Small Antique Vesta Holder, English, Silver Plate, Decorative, Table, Treen
Small Antique Vesta Holder, English, Silver Plate, Decorative, Table, Treen

Small Antique Vesta Holder, English, Silver Plate, Decorative, Table, Treen

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Delightfully proportioned miniature scuttle, suitable for desk or tableware Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout Silver plate polished to a shine, with min...

Category

Early 20th Century British More Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver Plate

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Desk Tidy For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the desk tidy you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, wood and glass, every desk tidy was constructed with great care. Find 206 options for an antique or vintage desk tidy now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer desk tidy, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each desk tidy bearing mid-century modern, Art Deco or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made desk tidy over the years, but those crafted by Le Corbusier, Lumax and Christian Dior are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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A desk tidy can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,079, while the lowest priced sells for $45 and the highest can go for as much as $224,500.