Post-Modern Double Letter Tray
Located in San Diego, CA
Post-modern polished chrome double letter tray, circa 1980s. The tray is in good vintage condition in heavy duty black plastic Made in The USA.
Plastic
Calipso A4 Letter Tray in Corno Italiano, Lacquered Wood and Leather, Mod. 5303s
By Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Recanati, Macerata
Perfect to store paperwork on your desk, the Calipso A4 paper tray is imbued with textural beauty. Crafted in glossy black lacquered wood, the design is added an elegant allure by be...
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.
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 supply tray.
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, consisting of a series of vertical blades curved body resting on spherical feet.
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, consisting of a series of vertical blades curved body resting on spherical feet.
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 leather.
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 Peter Pepper Products, Knoll
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 Smith Metal Arts, William Sklaroff
Located in San Diego, CA
Letter tray in polished aluminum finish with black enamel lining from the Radius One Metal Collection designed by William Sklaroff for Smith Metal Arts / McDonald Products, USA circa...
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 Smith Metal Arts, William Sklaroff
Located in San Diego, CA
Letter tray with lid cover in polished aluminum finish with black enamel lining from the Radius One Metal Collection designed by William Sklaroff for Smith Metal Arts / McDonald Prod...
Chrome
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 Jacques Adnet (1900-1984). Minimalist geometric shape, typical Art Deco design. Measur...
Chrome, Metal
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 and measures 10"W x 14"D x 6.75"H.
Plastic
Chrome Dual Level Letter Tray by Hugh Acton, 1960s
By Hugh Acton, Knoll
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 Smith Metal Arts, William Sklaroff
Located in San Diego, CA
"Radius Two" Double legal letter tray in chrome with black lining by William Sklaroff for Smith Metal Arts, circa 1970's.
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 by Knoll in the 1970's.
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.
Brass
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 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-Century Modern stylish desk tray in red plastic with chrome frame. 1980s USA Joe Colombo ...
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 Collection designed by William Sklaroff for Smith Metal Arts/McDonald Products, USA,...
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 cream enameled inserts in very nice and clean condition.
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 Collection designed by William Sklaroff for Smith Metal Arts/McDonald Products,USA c...
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 6.75 h x 11.25 w x 16.5 d Refer to all images. Original vintage unrestored condition.
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!
Metal
1920s Double Tier Letter Tray, Chrome
Located in Alhambra, CA
Vintage steel desk top letter tray. Salvaged from Cherry Point Marine Air station.
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
$641
H 1.58 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Calipso Catch-All Tray in Wood with Corno Italiano Inlays, Mod. 5307s
By Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Recanati, Macerata
Set up a stylish spot for your keys, cards and other trinkets with Calipso catch-all tray. Sitting atop four tiny feet in chromed brass, this elegant vide-poche is handcrafted from w...
Chrome
$538
H 3.94 in W 5.91 in D 3.55 in
Calipso Pen Holder in Black Lacquered Wood with Corno Italiano Inlays, Mod 5305s
By Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Recanati, Macerata
An elegant addition to an executive desk, our Calipso pen holder showcases a rectangular silhouette in glossy black lacquered wood, accented with a distinctive rim in Corno Italiano,...
Chrome
$1,799 / item
H 3.15 in W 8.67 in D 5.12 in
Ottavia Box in Pebbled Leather with Lid in Corno Italiano, Mod. 4468
By Filippo Dini, Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Recanati, Macerata
Designed to contain small precious objects, the Ottavia box is covered in Aida pebbled leather. Proposed in an elegant Ice-cream color, the silhouette is decorated with a contrasting...
Leather, Wood
$250 / item
H 1.78 in W 8.08 in D 12.01 in
Leather Tray ALINEA by ARIA HOME - Rectangular Medium B - Color: Clay
By Aria Home
Located in Curitiba, Parana
A classic that endures. The ALINEA Collection embodies the essence of Aria Home: classic trays with refined finishes, designed to move effortlessly across spaces and styles. Its si...
Leather
$1,240 / item
H 1.38 in W 24.81 in D 16.93 in
Porteño Large Black/Cream Hand Painted Wood and Alpaca Silver Tray
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
The urban and cosmopolitan Porteño family carries the spirit of the ones born in Buenos Aires city or “Porteño”, as they are commonly known. Its boxes, trays and flower vases have a ...
Wood
"For Rachel" Tray
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
'For Rachel' tray in cream Hand-sculpted ceramic tray with hand made rectangle shaped elements. This large sized tray is finished with a bespoke cream glaze that reveals the natural...
Ceramic
$250 / item
H 1.78 in W 7.09 in D 14.18 in
Leather Tray ALINEA by ARIA HOME - Rectangular Medium A - Color: Saffron
By Aria Home
Located in Curitiba, Parana
A classic that endures. The ALINEA Collection embodies the essence of Aria Home: classic trays with refined finishes, designed to move effortlessly across spaces and styles. Its si...
Leather
Medium Catchall Tray
Located in Toronto, CA
Streamline your space with the refined practicality of our Large Leather Change Tray. Meticulously handcrafted from premium, full-grain leather, this sophisticated organizer offers a...
Leather
Lacquer Nesting Trays Customized Different Colors
Located in Ridgewood, NY
These classically simple nesting trays are handcrafted of lacquered wood and available in fully customizable colors and sizes. Either nested or as a singular piece, these trays defin...
Lacquer
$520 / item
H 1.78 in W 17.92 in D 17.92 in
Leather Tray ALINEA by ARA HOME - Square Large B - Color: Caramel
By Aria Home
Located in Curitiba, Parana
A classic that endures. The ALINEA Collection embodies the essence of Aria Home: classic trays with refined finishes, designed to move effortlessly across spaces and styles. Its si...
Leather
$395 / item
H 1.78 in W 12.01 in D 17.92 in
Leather Tray ALINEA by ARIA HOME - Rectangular Large A - Color: Military
By Aria Home
Located in Curitiba, Parana
A classic that endures. The ALINEA Collection embodies the essence of Aria Home: classic trays with refined finishes, designed to move effortlessly across spaces and styles. Its si...
Leather
$1,066 / item
H 1.19 in W 29.53 in D 19.69 in
Calipso Desk Blotter in Black Leather with Corno Italiano Detailing, Mod. 5300s
By Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Recanati, Macerata
Boasting prized materials and refined lines, our Calipso desk blotter will ensure a smooth work area while protecting the surface of your desk. Crafted of premium black Tosca leather...
Leather, Wood, Lacquer
$1,432 / item
H 3.15 in W 19.69 in D 13.78 in
Isacco Tray in Lacquered Wood, Corno Italiano and Chromed Brass, Mod. 1791
By Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Recanati, Macerata
Perfect for serving drinks and hors d'oeuvres or for displaying fine glassware, our Isacco tray features a clean rectangular silhouette crafted of wood, with a high shine black lacqu...
Chrome
$1,234 / item
H 2.29 in W 13.78 in D 21.66 in
Knotted Double Leather Tray Set Large Home Accessories By André Fu Living
By André Fu
Located in Admiralty, HK
Knotted double leather serving tray set. Hand stitched calf leather. Also, available in a smaller size tray set of two, size 36.2 x 24.7 x 5.8 H cm. Larger quantities available u...
Leather
$4,200 / set
H 9.45 in W 29.53 in D 19.69 in
Office Set in Glossy Black Lacquered Wood, Leather and Corno Italiano
By Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Recanati, Macerata
Create a stylish working spot with our office set, exuding a sense of minimalism and sophistication. Comprised of a desk blotter, a catch-all tray, a pen holder, an A4 letter tray an...
Leather, Wood
$1,050 / item
H 1.38 in W 16.93 in D 13 in
Porteño Medium Alpaca Sikver and Black/Cream Hand Painted Wood Tray
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
The urban and cosmopolitan Porteño family carries the spirit of the ones born in Buenos Aires city or “Porteño”, as they are commonly known. Its boxes, trays and flower vases have a ...
Wood
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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The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.