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Flagg Desk Classic Writing Desk or Home Office Computer Desk by Alabama Sawyer
By Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
We handcrafted this classic writing desk with hardwoods from Birmingham's urban forest. For your
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2010s American American Craftsman Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

Flagg Desk Walnut Writing Desk or Home Office Computer Desk by Alabama Sawyer
By Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
We handcrafted this classic writing desk with walnut hardwood from Birmingham's urban forest. For
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2010s American American Craftsman Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

1900s French Wooden Desk
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden desk created in 1900s France. Unassuming and sturdily composed, this classic writing desk
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Antique Early 1900s French Country Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

1900s French Wooden Desk
1900s French Wooden Desk
H 33.5 in W 53.5 in D 27.6 in
Vintage Solid Maple Heywood Wakefield Wheat Writing Desk With Cats Eye Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Wakefield wheat. This sleek, study, understated and classic writing desk embraces a transition from art deco
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple, Fabric

Classic by Carpanelli Zebrano Writing Desk
By Carpanelli
Located in Desio, IT
The structure of this elegant writing desk is solid wood plated with cherry-wood, zebrano, briar
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Classic by Carpanelli Zebrano Writing Desk
Classic by Carpanelli Zebrano Writing Desk
H 31.11 in W 33.47 in D 72.84 in
Classic by Carpanelli Book Writing Desk
By Carpanelli
Located in Desio, IT
inlaid precious stone matches the briarwood corners with filleting. The desk has three drawers as well as
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Classic by Carpanelli Book Writing Desk
Classic by Carpanelli Book Writing Desk
H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 63 in
Classic French 18th Century Empire Walnut Kneehole Writing Desk
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Found near Paris, France, we purchased this museum quality 18th century Empire style desk for its
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Antique 18th Century French Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Direttorio Writing Desk
By Morelato
Located in Milan, IT
Strict and classic lines for the small and large Direttorio Writing desks. Pieces, which combine
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2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Leather

Direttorio Writing Desk
Direttorio Writing Desk
H 31.5 in W 46.46 in D 24.81 in
Jobe Writing Desk
By Arteriors
Located in Hudson, NY
We love the Jobe writing table desk for its generous surface area and classic style. The top
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2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Jobe Writing Desk
Jobe Writing Desk
H 30.5 in W 60 in D 30 in
Secretary Writing Desk
By Garbarino Collections
Located in Milan, IT
This stunning classic-inspired writing desk is a timeless piece of functional decor that will
Category

2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Secretary Writing Desk
Secretary Writing Desk
H 48.43 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Silas Writing Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Silas writing desk is crafted in solid hardwood with steel and brass accents. Inspired by the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writ...

Materials

Stainless Steel

Silas Writing Desk
Silas Writing Desk
H 30 in W 60 in D 30 in
French Tulipwood Writing Desk
Located in Cheltenham, GB
"Hutton-Clarke Antiques is delighted to present a stunning French Tulipwood Writing Desk, dating
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Rococo Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Tulipwood

French Tulipwood Writing Desk
French Tulipwood Writing Desk
H 29.53 in W 41.74 in D 20.87 in
Cherry Wood Writing Desk
By Marie Maison
Located in Milan, IT
Defined by a classic silhouette, this exclusive writing desk is a unique piece of timeless elegance
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2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Cherry Wood Writing Desk
Cherry Wood Writing Desk
H 31.5 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Classic French Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
Classic French Black Desk with a tooled inset leather top writing surface, the ebonized and
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Desks and Writing ...

Materials

Brass

Classic French Desk
Classic French Desk
H 30 in W 60 in D 29 in
Classic Chippendale Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
George III style polished writing table with a rectangular top and three drawers. Above a frieze
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese George III Desks and Writing Ta...

Materials

Wood

Classic Chippendale Desk
Classic Chippendale Desk
H 30.5 in W 53.75 in D 25.25 in
Dante Writing Desk by Daytona
By Daytona
Located in Milan, IT
Refined elegance and a classic design characterize the Dante Writing Desk. With a structure in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Dante Writing Desk by Daytona
Dante Writing Desk by Daytona
H 34.65 in W 51.19 in D 21.66 in
French Charles X Writing Desk
Located in New Orleans, LA
The epitome of French elegance and style, this French Charles X-style writing desk takes the
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Antique 19th Century French Charles X Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

French Charles X Writing Desk
French Charles X Writing Desk
H 34 in W 23.88 in D 20.88 in
Jack Writing Desk by Daytona
By Daytona
Located in Milan, IT
A magnificent addition to your contemporary or more Classic style home, the Jack Writing Desk
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Jack Writing Desk by Daytona
Jack Writing Desk by Daytona
H 28.35 in W 51.19 in D 19.69 in
Classic Modern Mirrored Desk
Located in New York, NY
Custom classic modern mirrored desk with silver trim legs. Customization is available in different
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Silver, Silver Leaf

Classic Modern Mirrored Desk
Classic Modern Mirrored Desk
H 30.5 in W 36 in D 19 in
Richard Watson Writing Desk in Walnut
By Richard Watson
Located in Brookline, MA
The writing desk is inspired by a classic writing table originally intended for writing letters by
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2010s American Organic Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Mastercraft Mid Century Bronze Writing Desk
By Mastercraft
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive vintage writing desk crafted in bronze with a hip acid washed finish, in a stylized
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Renaissance Writing Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Renaissance Writing Desk is a wonderful example of the genre, refined over the
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Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Desks and Writing T...

Materials

Oak

Vintage Boho Lacquered Campaign Writing Desk
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho Campaign style desk. A chic classic case with chrome classic hardware
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Late 20th Century North American Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

20th Century Classical English Writing Desk
Located in Berlin, DE
adjustable in the room. Desk consists of three parts (2 containers + worktop). The desk is an absolute
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20th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

20th Century Classical English Writing Desk
20th Century Classical English Writing Desk
H 30.71 in W 47.64 in D 23.63 in
Elegant Heywood Wakefield Ladies Writing Desk & Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Elegant Heywood Wakefield Ladies Writing Desk & Chair.. Classic mid century modern,Wonderful
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Antique Country French Walnut Desk ~ Writing Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Walnut Desk ~ Writing Table is a classic piece with understated elegance
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Early 20th Century French Country Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Walnut Secretary Slant Front Desk Writing Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant desk, writing table, with slant drop front, with the beautiful carved decors in
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Mid-20th Century French Belle Époque Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Renaissance Writing Desk ~ End Table
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Renaissance Writing Desk ~ End Table is a work of the sculptor's art, that also
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Antique 1870s French Renaissance Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

French Neo Classic Inspired Modern Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
French neo classic inspired modern desk, enjoy your workspace as never before with this exquisite
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Writing Desk
Located in Houston, US
Beautifully painted in a contemporary turquoise, this Swedish Gustavian style desk is handmade with
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Handcrafted Solid Oak Partners Desk Writing Desk on Wheels, circa 1960
Located in Germantown, MD
Modern comfort and Classic elegance combine in this handcrafted piece to make your house a home
Category

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

Materials

Oak

Midcentury Walnut and Leather Italian Writing Desk, 1950
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant Italian desk in leather and walnut wood, classic and very linear design for a desk from the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Maple, Walnut

Classic Mid-Century Three Drawer Oak Desk
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classic Mid-Century Three Drawer Oak Desk Beautiful grain top and brass feet 48 x 20 3.75 x 29
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Vintage 1940s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Restored Biedermeier Walnut Writing Desk, Revived Polish, Czech, 1830s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Biedermeier Walnut Writing Desk. Source: Czech Period: 1830-1839 Material: Walnut It has
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Antique 1830s Czech Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Biedermeier Square Walnut Wood Austrian Writing Table Desk, 1830
By Biedermeier
Located in Rome, IT
Biedermeier desk from the early 1800s, rich and elaborate in its forms. All veneered in walnut
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Antique 1830s Austrian Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Poplar, Walnut

Vintage Campaign Style Writing Table/Desk Lacquered in Red
By Sligh Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Classic Campaign style desk manufactured by Sligh of Holland/Grand Rapids, Michigan. Restored
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Vintage 1950s American Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

White Bauhaus Writing Desk Made in 1930s Germany, Restored
Located in Horomerice, CZ
The desk has been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacquer by our professional refurbishing team
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Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Straight Leg British Chippendale Style Library Desk or Writing Table
By Hekman Furniture
Located in Hopewell, NJ
This is a vintage traditional mahogany library desk or writing table. Its design was inspired by
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20th Century American Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Generous antique English partner writing desk, Withy Grove Store, Manchester
Located in Harderwijk, NL
fantastic and completely original early 20th century writing desk supplied by Withy Grove Stores in
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Early 20th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Italian Marquetry Walnut Burl Secretary Slant Front Desk Writing Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian desk, writing table, with slant drop front, with the beautiful light and dark
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Belle Époque Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Italian Marquetry Walnut Burl Secretary Slant Front Desk Writing Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian desk, writing table, with slant drop front, with the beautiful light and dark
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Belle Époque Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Restored Louis XV-Style Mahogany Desk with Leather Writing Surface
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience the fusion of classic elegance and modern craftsmanship with our Louis XV-style mahogany
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Vintage 1970s Italian Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Modern Neoclassical Ebony & Leather Desk /Writing Table, JeanMichel Frank
By (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in New York, NY
writing table has a classic, ebonized wood X-Frame base which supports a top and drawer in light green
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

French Louis XV Style Desk or Writing Table by Baker
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A fabulous Louis XV style desk which boasts elegant cabriole legs, four drawers, the left being a
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Vintage 1980s American Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Classic freestanding desk in teak by Tibergaard, 1960s
By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic freestanding desk from the 1960s by Tibergaard. High-quality corpus in teak veneer with six
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Vintage 1960s Danish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Mid 20th Century Vintage Traditional Royal Furniture Drop Top Writing Desk
Located in west palm beach, FL
Desk. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this piece exudes classic American elegance
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Brass and White Lacquered Campaign Style Writing Table/Desk
By Sligh Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Classic Campaign style desk manufactured by Sligh of Holland/Grand Rapids, Michigan. Consist of
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Vintage 1950s American Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Santos Rosewood 3 Drawer Desk/Writing Table by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This is a classic piece of early Scandinavian design, made from Santos Rosewood it's on the edge of
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Modern Black Writing Table Desk or Vanity Console in high gloss
By Renats Kotlevs
Located in Riga, LV
Refined elegance and classic design characterize the Kanttari Writing Desk. The definition of rich
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Writing Desk in Elm, Förenade Möbelfabrikerna, Swedish Grace, 1940s
By AB Förenade Möbelfabrikerna Linköping
Located in Odense, DK
This Art Deco Writing desk crafted by Förenade Möbelfabrikerna in the 1940s embodies timeless
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Elm

The Bi Writing Desk. Handcrafted from solid jequitibá and imbuia wood.
Located in São Paulo, SP
The Bi writing desk brings modernity and lightness combined with a classic touch. It's crafted from
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

1960s Italian Art Deco Midcentury Walnut Brass Small Desk Writing Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern small desk or writing table secretaire, in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

American Gilded Age Hepplewhite-Style Writing Desk in Satinwood w/ Marquetry
Located in Miami, FL
From the American Gilded Age, a lovely writing table in satinwood with ebonized details and
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Antique Late 19th Century American Hepplewhite Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Satinwood

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezák, Walnut, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Horomerice, CZ
) Leg space: Height: 71 cm (28 in) Width: 57 cm (22.4 in) Luxurious desk design in Caucasian walnut
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Large original 20th Century Classical English Writing Desk, circa 1910-1920
Located in Berlin, DE
consists of three parts (2 containers + worktop). The desk is an absolute classic and fits in every
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20th Century English Chesterfield Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Classic Midcentury Walnut and Chrome Florence Knoll Desk Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic midcentury walnut and chrome Florence Knoll desk features richly grained walnut top chromed
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Double Stacked Writing Desk in Cream Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The double stacked writing desk is a statement piece for any living space with its irregular
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Shagreen Stingray

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk With Chair, Chrome, Steel, Wood, Czech, 1930s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
. This item features classic Bauhaus design elements. Elements of this style are neutral colors and
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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezak, Beech, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Horomerice, CZ
classic Bauhaus design elements. Elements of this style are neutral colors and occasional bright primary
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Vintage Classic Midcentury Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Bilateral Desk
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This large, bilateral desk was made in Denmark during the 1960s. It is finished in teak wood in a
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

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Classic Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic classic writing desk available at 1stDibs. A classic writing desk — often made from wood, metal and animal skin — can elevate any home. There are 7 variations of the antique or vintage classic writing desk you’re looking for, while we also have 12 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect classic writing desk — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A classic writing desk made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one classic writing desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Carpanelli, Florence Knoll and Knoll produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Classic Writing Desk?

A classic writing desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $7,230, while the lowest priced sells for $2,072 and the highest can go for as much as $27,710.
Questions About Classic Writing Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A small writing table is also called a davenport table or davenport desk. They normally feature a sloped or inclined top attached with hinges to the back of the table. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage davenport desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A writing desk with drawers is also called a secretary. It is a desk with drawers, one of which can be pushed out and the front of the desk lowered to create a flat writing surface. These writing desks have been made in a variety of styles over the years. Shop for a variety of writing tables with drawers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    What an old-fashioned writing desk is called varies by design. Pieces with drop-down fronts are secretary desks (these are typically made of two parts: a chest of drawers on the bottom and a hutch or cupboard with shelves on the top), while ones that rest on two pillars, cabinets or bookcases are pedestal desks. A desk with a small writing surface positioned in front of drawers and cubbies is a bureau à gradin. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.