$1,002 / item
H 1.97 in W 9.85 in D 13.39 in
Calipso A4 Letter Tray in Corno Italiano, Lacquered Wood and Leather, Mod. 5303s
By Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Recanati, Macerata
in Chromed Brass, this paper tray is a sophisticated way to keep your office in order. Note: Colors
Chrome
Hugh Acton Chrome Letter Tray
By Hugh Acton
Located in San Diego, CA
Dual level letter tray by Hugh Acton. Chrome-plated steel, anodized aluminum. A quite substantial
Steel
1970s Vintage Chrome Letter and Note Trays by McDonald Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A lovely pair of Mid-Century Modern chrome legal sized letter trays plus a smaller note or office
Chrome
Letter Tray by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet, Compagnie Des Arts Français
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Jacques Adnet & the Compagnie des arts français letter tray. Chromed metal, perforated edges
Chrome
Rare Letter Tray by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Jacques Adnet & the Compagnie des arts Français rare letter tray. Chromed metal, perforated edges
Chrome
French Leather and Chrome Letter Tray
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lovely dark brown and chrome letter tray. Thin, angular chrome frame covered in buttery, soft
Chrome
Midcentury Metal and Chrome Letter Tray, 1960s
By Peter Pepper Products
Located in San Diego, CA
Four level orange and yellow metal and chrome letter tray. High quality metal construction
Metal
Peter Pepper Oak & Chrome Letter Tray, circa 1970
By Knoll, Peter Pepper Products
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Peter Pepper Oak & Chrome letter tray / holder, circa 1970.
Chrome
Sold
H 1.85 in W 10.25 in D 15.25 in
Radius One Chrome Letter Tray by William Sklaroff for Smith Metal Arts
By William Sklaroff, Smith Metal Arts
Located in San Diego, CA
Letter tray in polished aluminum finish with black enamel lining from the Radius One Metal
Chrome
Sold
H 2.25 in W 15 in D 10 in
Radius One Chrome Letter Tray with Lid by William Sklaroff for Smith Metal Arts
By William Sklaroff, Smith Metal Arts
Located in San Diego, CA
Letter tray with lid cover in polished aluminum finish with black enamel lining from the Radius One
Chrome
Post-Modern Polished Chrome Double Letter Tray
Located in San Diego, CA
Post-modern polished chrome double letter tray, circa 1980s. The tray is in good vintage condition
Plastic
Jacques Adnet Chrome Desk Tray Letter Holder Organizer
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Art Deco modernist chromed metal heavy desk accessory, office tray by French Designer
Chrome, Metal
Chrome Dual Level Letter Tray by Hugh Acton, 1960s
By Knoll, Hugh Acton
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Mid Century Chrome Dual Level Letter Tray By Hugh Acton, 1960s.
Steel, Chrome
"Radius Two" Double Legal Letter Tray in Chrome by William Sklaroff
By William Sklaroff, Smith Metal Arts
Located in San Diego, CA
"Radius Two" Double legal letter tray in chrome with black lining by William Sklaroff for Smith
Chrome
Sold
H 6.63 in W 10.25 in D 15.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Knoll Chrome Desk Organizer Letter Paper Mail Tray Stand
By Smokador, Knoll
Located in Wayne, NJ
Sleek Smokador Mid-Century Modern Modernist Double Chrome Desk Letter Paper Tray Stand distributed
Chrome
1970s Oak and Chrome Peter Pepper Letter Tray and Mail Holder
By Peter Pepper Products
Located in San Diego, CA
A fantastic solid oak paper tray and letter holder. High quality construction with chrome elements
Oak
Post-Modern Polished Chrome Double Letter Tray "Emphasis 6000" by Eldon
Located in San Diego, CA
Post-modern polished chrome double letter tray "Emphasis 6000" by Eldon, circa 1980s. The tray is
Brass
Sold
H 6.75 in W 10 in D 13.75 in
1980s Postmodern Tiered Letter File Tray in Red with Chrome Accents Joe Colombo
By Kartell, Joe Colombo
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Desk tray 1980s Postmodern tiered office file tray in red chrome accents Joe Colombo Era Mid
Chrome
Paul Evans City Scape Letter Tray
By Paul Evans
Located in Atlanta, GA
"CityScape" model letter tray, designed by Paul Evans, circa 1960s. Great desk accessory or gift!
Chrome
Sold
H 2 in W 10.5 in D 14.25 in
Radius One Double Letter Tray by William Sklaroff in Chrome & White Plastic
By William Sklaroff
Located in San Diego, CA
Double letter tray in polished aluminum finish with black enamel lining from the Radius One Metal
Aluminum
Post Modern Steel Plated & Metal Triple Letter Tray
By Peter Pepper Products
Located in San Diego, CA
A versatile and rare post-modern desk tray letter tray, circa 1970's solid chrome plated steel with
Enamel, Chrome
Sold
H 6 in W 10.25 in D 15.25 in
Radius One Double Letter Tray by William Sklaroff in Chrome with Swivel Top
By William Sklaroff
Located in San Diego, CA
Double letter tray in polished aluminum finish with black enamel lining from the Radius One Metal
1960s Peter Pepper Products Double Letter Office Tray
By Peter Pepper Products
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Peter Pepper Products Wilmington CA Fabulous 1960s Vintage Double Letter Tray Office Paper File
Chrome
Smokador Single Tier Chrome Letter Tray
By Knoll
Located in Alhambra, CA
Chrome and black single letter tray. Perfect for the chrome-plated executive! Dimensions: 15" D
Metal
1920s Double Tier Letter Tray, Chrome
Located in Alhambra, CA
Vintage steel desk top letter tray. Salvaged from Cherry Point Marine Air station. Refinished in
Steel
Vintage McDonald Chrome Two-Tier Letter Tray
Located in Alhambra, CA
Heavy duty two-tier desk top letter tray from McDonald, maker of high quality desk accessories
Metal
$476
H 8.27 in W 6.3 in D 0.79 in
Medea Picture Frame in Black Lacquered Wood and Corno Italiano, Mod. 5314s
By Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Recanati, Macerata
Handcrafted from wood with lacquered black gloss finish, Medea picture frame excels luxury and elegance with its detailing in Corno Italiano, whose remarkable natural nuances will le...
Wood, Lacquer
Bubble Salt and Pepper Shaker Set in Blown Glass by Gordon Guillaumier
By Gordon Guillaumier
Located in Milan, IT
Bubble, designed by Gordon Guillaumier, is a salt and pepper Shaker set made in transparent blown glass. In the same family there is the oil and vinegar dispenser set available on 1s...
Blown Glass
Pink Murano Glass Flush Mount
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Large flush mount fixture made of a pink Murano glass center plate and small leaves all around.
Metal
$923 / item
H 11.82 in W 9.45 in D 0.79 in
Dorotea Picture Frame in Pebbled Leather & Corno Italiano, Mod. 4462
By Arcahorn Srl., Filippo Dini
Located in Recanati, Macerata
Whether it's for your own home decor or for a meaningful gift, our Dorotea picture frame is perfect for displaying the most beautiful photographic memories. Characterized by simple l...
Wood, Lacquer
$705 / set
H 8.67 in Dm 3.75 in
fferrone Czech Clear Contemporary Fluted Glass Boyd Bedside Carafe with Glass
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
Bedside carafe pitcher with one small glass The clear Czech contemporary boyd glass bedside carafe pitcher with top and small glass is formally strong, yet with delicate details e...
Glass
$2,199 / item
H 45.2 in W 27.5 in D 2.5 in
Jacques Adnet 'Rectangulaire' Wall Mirror in Black Leather for GUBI
By Gubi, Jacques Adnet
Located in Glendale, CA
Jacques Adnet 'Rectangulaire' Wall Mirror in Black Leather for GUBI. Originally designed by Jacques Adnet in the 1950s, this incredibly refined mirror is executed in high quality b...
Brass
$795 / item
H 9.45 in W 7.49 in D 0.79 in
Dorotea Picture Frame in Pebbled Leather & Corno Italiano, Mod. 4461
By Filippo Dini, Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Recanati, Macerata
Artisan crafted using traditional techniques, our Dorotea picture frame sports unique features. Covered in Aida pebbled leather, proposed in a neutral Onyx colour, the design is furt...
Wood, Leather
$923
H 1.38 in W 17.72 in D 21.66 in
Christian Dior Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Chrome Serving Tray, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic Mid-Century piece of serveware in tortoiseshell effect lucite and chrome. This stunning piece was produced in Italy during the 1970s. Its design is attributed to Willy Rizz...
Chrome
$50,158
H 27.56 in W 75.6 in D 16.54 in
21st Century "Round Surfaced Cabinet Moss" by Rem Atelier, Netherlands
By Rem Atelier
Located in London, GB
"Round Surfaced Cabinet Moss" by REM Atelier Dimensions: H 70 x W 192 x D 42 cm Material: Oak wood, glazed ceramic tiles Type: limited edition 1/20 Year: 2024 The clad cabinet co...
Enamel
Oak desk organizer by Borge Mogensen for ILLUMS BOLIGHUS
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Greensboro, NC
Oak desk organizer by Borge Mogensen, circa 1960s. retains its original ILLUMS BOLIGHUS label. Shows minor wear commensurate with age and use. Original paint, mild wear to drawers ...
Oak
Yves Klein Gold Monogold French Square Coffee Table
By Yves Klein
Located in Madrid, ES
Coffee table designed by prestigious French artist Yves Klein (1928-1962) model "Monogold". Made of gold leaf pieces inside a Perspex box, which sides and base are made of plexiglass...
Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf
Small Italian chest of drawers 1970
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Small Italian chest of drawers with 2 doors silver and smoked glass, golden brass. Italy around 1970. Height 80 cm Width 105 cm Depth 40 cm
Brass
The Empresses (complete set of 5 works)
By Damien Hirst
Located in Calabasas, CA
Laminated Giclée prints on aluminium composite, screen printed with glitter 39.37 x 39.37 in. (100 x 100 cm.) each Signed and numbered on a label affixed to the reverse (each) I. W...
Giclée
$156Sale Price|20% Off
H 2 in W 11 in D 15.25 in
American Mid Century Modern Walnut & Leather Modernist Paper Desk Tray
By Peter Pepper Products
Located in San Diego, CA
Single letter desk tray with solid walnut walls and leather insert, circa 1970s freshly refinished, Very nice accent to any executives desk! California design.
Leather, Walnut
Whether you’ve carved out a space for a nifty home office or you prefer the morning commute, why not dress up your desk with antique and vintage desk accessories? To best tiptoe the line between desk efficiency and desk enjoyment, we suggest adding a touch of the past to your modern-day space.
Desks are a funny thing. Their basic premise has remained the same for quite literally centuries: a flat surface, oftentimes a drawer, and potentially a shelf or two. However, the contents that lay upon the desk? Well, the evolution has been drastic to say the least.
Thank the Victorians for the initial popularity of the paperweight. The Industrial Revolution offered the novel concept of leisure-time to Europeans, giving them more time to take part in the then crucial activity of letter writing. Decorative glass paperweight designs were all the rage, and during the mid-19th-century some of the most popular makers included the French companies of Baccarat, St. Louis and Clichy.
As paper was exceedingly expensive in the early to mid-19th-century, every effort was made to utilize a full sheet of it. Paper knives, which gave way to the modern letter opener, were helpful for cutting paper down to an appropriate size.
Books — those bound volumes of paper, you may recall — used to be common occurrences on desks of yore and where there were books there needed to be bookends. As a luxury item, bookend designs have run the gamut from incorporating ultra-luxurious materials (think marble and Murano glass) to being whimsical desk accompaniments (animal figurines were highly popular choices).
Though the inkwell’s extinction was ushered in by the advent of the ballpoint pen (itself quasi-obsolete at this point), there is still significant charm to be had from placing one of these bauble-like objets in a central spot on one’s desk. You may be surprised to discover the mood-boosting powers an antique — and purposefully empty — inkwell can provide.
The clamor for desk clocks arose as the Industrial Revolution transitioned labor from outdoors to indoors, and allowed for the mass-production of clock parts in factories. Naturally, elaborate designs soon followed and clocks could be found made by artisans and luxury houses like Cartier.
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