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Swedish Gustavian style writing desk (20th Century, painted, distress)
Swedish Gustavian style writing desk (20th Century, painted, distress)

Swedish Gustavian style writing desk (20th Century, painted, distress)

Located in Kvidinge, SE

An early 20th century Swedish Gustavian desk made of solid pine. It has been painted in a beige shade on a reddish base, skillfully scraped to achieve an antique, distress look with ...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Desks

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Brass

Newly Refinished - Merton Gershun “Esprit” Walnut Writing Desk for Dillingham
Newly Refinished - Merton Gershun “Esprit” Walnut Writing Desk for Dillingham

Newly Refinished - Merton Gershun “Esprit” Walnut Writing Desk for Dillingham

By Merton Gershun, Dillingham Manufacturing Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Early 20th Century Louis XVI Style Small Desk with Brass Fittings
Early 20th Century Louis XVI Style Small Desk with Brass Fittings

Early 20th Century Louis XVI Style Small Desk with Brass Fittings

Located in Troy, MI

Found in France, this small writing desk, or bonheur du jour, dates from approximately 1900. The desk appears to be made of mahogany and features a white and gray marble top with a b...

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Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Desks

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Marble, Brass

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier

By Mummenthaler and Meier

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century teak closable locking teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss Mummenthaler and Meier. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect all...

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

Expertly Restored -Danish Modern Executive Sculpted Rosewood Desk by H.P. Hansen
Expertly Restored -Danish Modern Executive Sculpted Rosewood Desk by H.P. Hansen

Expertly Restored -Danish Modern Executive Sculpted Rosewood Desk by H.P. Hansen

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Rosewood

Cascade Desk by Bunny Williams Home
Cascade Desk by Bunny Williams Home

Cascade Desk by Bunny Williams Home

By Bunny Williams Home

Located in New York, NY

Incredible carving adds interest to the clean waterfall form of our Cascade Desk. Raised ridges trace the base and drawer fronts in a continuous flow. The carving is echoed in ribbed...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Desks

Materials

Wood

MCM Alma Castilian Series Walnut Credenza & Executive Desk Leather Work Surface
MCM Alma Castilian Series Walnut Credenza & Executive Desk Leather Work Surface

MCM Alma Castilian Series Walnut Credenza & Executive Desk Leather Work Surface

By Alma Desk Company

Located in Topeka, KS

Fabulous vintage MCM (a.k.a.) Mid-Century Modern “Castilian Series” executive desk & credenza by Alma Desk Company each composed of walnut frames, straight tapered cylindrical le...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Leather, Walnut

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Executive Desk
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Executive Desk

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Executive Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desig...

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1960s Danish Other Vintage Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Danish Teak Dresser Vanity Desk Combo by Borge Mogensen
Mid Century Danish Teak Dresser Vanity Desk Combo by Borge Mogensen

Mid Century Danish Teak Dresser Vanity Desk Combo by Borge Mogensen

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This Danish modern dresser–vanity features classic mid-century lines in warm teak with tapered legs and recessed pulls. The center drop-front opens to create a vanity or desk surface...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Theodore Alexander Jodhpur Campaign Writing Desk, Mahogany & Brass Fittings
Theodore Alexander Jodhpur Campaign Writing Desk, Mahogany & Brass Fittings

Theodore Alexander Jodhpur Campaign Writing Desk, Mahogany & Brass Fittings

Located in Stamford, CT

A Theodore Alexander Jodhpur Campaign writing desk with brass fittings on removable sawhorse legs. The Jodhpur Campaign writing desk is part of a collection designed by Theodore Alex...

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Early 2000s Vietnamese Desks

Materials

Brass

18th Century French Louis XIII Walnut Library Table or Desk
18th Century French Louis XIII Walnut Library Table or Desk

18th Century French Louis XIII Walnut Library Table or Desk

Located in Rio Vista, CA

A handsome and beautifully patinated 18th century French Provincial walnut library table or desk crafted in the Louis XIII Baroque taste. The piece features a long rectangular plank ...

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Late 18th Century French Louis XIII Antique Desks

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Walnut

Antique Victorian Quality Satinwood Freestanding Marquetry Inlaid French Bureau
Antique Victorian Quality Satinwood Freestanding Marquetry Inlaid French Bureau

Antique Victorian Quality Satinwood Freestanding Marquetry Inlaid French Bureau

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique Victorian quality satinwood freestanding marquetry inlaid French bureau having the original brass gallery, beautiful floral marquetry inlaid top above a satinwood floral marq...

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19th Century French Victorian Antique Desks

Materials

Brass

JEAN Desk
JEAN Desk

JEAN Desk

$19,748

JEAN Desk

Located in Pesaro, IT

Smooth lines of sculptural bases in polished stainless steel reflect surroundings creating unique pattern, depend from space where it placed on. Massive oak tabletop with rounded ed...

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2010s Italian Desks

Materials

Stainless Steel

Antique Victorian Tiger Oak Bookcase Drop Front Secretary Desk, Circa 1900
Antique Victorian Tiger Oak Bookcase Drop Front Secretary Desk, Circa 1900

Antique Victorian Tiger Oak Bookcase Drop Front Secretary Desk, Circa 1900

By R.J. Horner & Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Victorian side-by-side drop front secretary desk and bookcase or display cabinet In the manner of R.J. Horner & Co. USA, Circa 1900 Carved tiger oak, with glass...

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Desks

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Brass

Vintage Mid Century Art Deco Vanity or Desk with Mirror in Pine
Vintage Mid Century Art Deco Vanity or Desk with Mirror in Pine

Vintage Mid Century Art Deco Vanity or Desk with Mirror in Pine

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A funky art deco vanity with mirror. Solid pine with period deco hardware. Mirror has some small dark spot from age. All in all very good condition. Price includes both vanity & mirr...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Mirror, Pine

American Mid Century Iconic Walnut & Rosewood Desk by Kent Coffey Rare
American Mid Century Iconic Walnut & Rosewood Desk by Kent Coffey Rare

American Mid Century Iconic Walnut & Rosewood Desk by Kent Coffey Rare

By Kent-Coffey

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful walnut a classic MCM desk by Kent Coffey a rare piece to find nice original finish and patina very light use , unique rosewood accent handle with brass accents very clean p...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

Vintage 1970s Danish Peter Lovig Mid Century Modern Desk in White Oak
Vintage 1970s Danish Peter Lovig Mid Century Modern Desk in White Oak

Vintage 1970s Danish Peter Lovig Mid Century Modern Desk in White Oak

By Peter Løvig Nielsen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The iconic Løvig teak flip top desk designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen, 1960s, Denmark. It’s versatile in that the back shelf can flip down on its brass hinges to create a larger work s...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Oak

Mid-Century Modern Wood Desk, Cherry & Birch, Italy, 1950s Design
Mid-Century Modern Wood Desk, Cherry & Birch, Italy, 1950s Design

Mid-Century Modern Wood Desk, Cherry & Birch, Italy, 1950s Design

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

The desk in cherry and birch wood features one long, seamless front drawer, offering generous concealed storage while maintaining a streamlined silhouette. Beneath the top, an angled...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique 18th century English light warm brown oak Georgian slant front desk
Antique 18th century English light warm brown oak Georgian slant front desk

Antique 18th century English light warm brown oak Georgian slant front desk

Located in Casteren, NL

This English slant-front secretary, dating from around 1760–1780, is a fine example of Georgian craftsmanship. The case is constructed with quarter-sawn European summer oak, giving t...

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Late 18th Century George II Antique Desks

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Brass

John Widdicomb Mid Century Burlwood and Brass Campaign Executive Desk
John Widdicomb Mid Century Burlwood and Brass Campaign Executive Desk

John Widdicomb Mid Century Burlwood and Brass Campaign Executive Desk

By John Widdicomb

Located in Franklin Park, IL

John Widdicomb Mid Century Burlwood and Brass Campaign Executive Desk This desk measures: 72 wide x 36 deep x 29.5 high, with a chair clearance of 24.25 inches Good Vintage Conditi...

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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Desks

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Brass

Rose Tarlow “Blotto” Desk in French Ash Veneer with Leather-Lined Drawers
Rose Tarlow “Blotto” Desk in French Ash Veneer with Leather-Lined Drawers

Rose Tarlow “Blotto” Desk in French Ash Veneer with Leather-Lined Drawers

By Rose Tarlow

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking and sculptural “Blotto” desk by Rose Tarlow, finished in finely grained French ash veneer. This bold design features two semi-circular pedestal bases that create a dramati...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Desks

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Wood, Ash

Baker Furniture Regency Burlwood Writing Desk
Baker Furniture Regency Burlwood Writing Desk

Baker Furniture Regency Burlwood Writing Desk

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Baker Furniture Regency Burlwood Writing Desk This desk measures: 48 wide x 26 deep x 29.5 high, with a chair clearance of 24.5 inches We take our photos in a controlled lighting s...

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Late 20th Century American Regency Desks

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Burl

Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955
Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955

Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955

By Mummenthaler and Meier

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Measures : 83x54,5cm H:113cm A fold-down secretary desk that closes completely to resemble a small cabinet. When open, it offers a large work surface, numerous storage compartments,...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

Antique Victorian French Quality Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Bureau
Antique Victorian French Quality Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Bureau

Antique Victorian French Quality Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Bureau

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique Victorian French quality rosewood marquetry inlaid bureau having the original ornate brass gallery above a quality rosewood marquetry inlaid fall opening to reveal three draw...

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19th Century French Victorian Antique Desks

Materials

Other

Highly Ornamental Carlo Bugatti Desk & Chair Set, c.1910
Highly Ornamental Carlo Bugatti Desk & Chair Set, c.1910

Highly Ornamental Carlo Bugatti Desk & Chair Set, c.1910

By Carlo Bugatti

Located in EVERDINGEN, NL

This rare writing desk and matching chair showcase Carlo Bugatti’s imaginative, eccentric brilliance - a strikingly unconventional choice for bold interior curators and collectors with a taste for the extraordinary. Created circa 1910, the set features Bugatti’s iconic fusion of exotic materials and architectural fantasy: walnut, vellum, pewter and bone intarsia, punched copper, and long silk tassels, all composed into forms that feel both ancient and avant-garde. The desk showcases six small drawers bearing enigmatic, glyph-like script, while lacquered oak acorn...

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1910s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Desks

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Copper, Pewter

Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Cane Desk with Tortoise Finish, 1970s
Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Cane Desk with Tortoise Finish, 1970s

Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Cane Desk with Tortoise Finish, 1970s

Located in Antwerp, BE

A highly decorative Hollywood Regency desk in the Palm Beach manner, featuring a faux bamboo frame with a richly variegated tortoiseshell finish. The rectangular top is inset with wo...

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20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Desks

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Brass

Louis XVI Style Cylinder Desk, Cuban Flamed Mahogany, 1890s
Louis XVI Style Cylinder Desk, Cuban Flamed Mahogany, 1890s

Louis XVI Style Cylinder Desk, Cuban Flamed Mahogany, 1890s

Located in Austin, TX

19th Century cylinder desk from France in the Louis XVI style. This desk has been finished with a lustrous French polish of museum quality. It is made of solid wood construction, pri...

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1890s French Louis XVI Antique Desks

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Carrara Marble, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key
Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key

By Jean Gillon

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stunning closable and lockable rosewood writing desk. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect all your documents. Opened, it has a large teak writing top that ex...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Rosewood

Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Teak Drop Leaf Desk for H.Sigh Denmark
Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Teak Drop Leaf Desk for H.Sigh Denmark

Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Teak Drop Leaf Desk for H.Sigh Denmark

By Arne Vodder

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century Danish modern Arne Vodder teak drop leaf desk for H.Sigh Denmark. Beautiful Teak desk with 3 drawer and 1 removable extension leaf on the right side. Desk top slides lef...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Teak

Mid century danish modern teak desk with 3 drawers
Mid century danish modern teak desk with 3 drawers

Mid century danish modern teak desk with 3 drawers

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century danish modern teak desk with 3 drawers And lower brace. This danish desk has (2) upper drawers and (1) lower deep file drawer. The top has a beautiful teak wood grain wit...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Oak, Teak

Mid-Century Italian Walnut Oyster Burl & Cabriole Legs Rectangular Writing Desk
Mid-Century Italian Walnut Oyster Burl & Cabriole Legs Rectangular Writing Desk

Mid-Century Italian Walnut Oyster Burl & Cabriole Legs Rectangular Writing Desk

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

We are very pleased to offer this elegant walnut oyster burl writing desk, made in Italy, circa 1950s. Crafted in beautifully figured oyster burl veneer, the surface displays distinc...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Metal

Danish modern Teak and Chrome 6 drawer Writers desk by Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik
Danish modern Teak and Chrome 6 drawer Writers desk by Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik

Danish modern Teak and Chrome 6 drawer Writers desk by Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik

Unique Danish modern Teak and Chrome 6 drawer Writers desk by Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik. Very Minimalist Cube Teak desk with Chrome square tube legs and chrome knobs. This Desk has (...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Chrome

French burl walnut + nickel executive office desk / writing table/ bureau plat
French burl walnut + nickel executive office desk / writing table/ bureau plat

French burl walnut + nickel executive office desk / writing table/ bureau plat

Located in New York City, NY

Large and exceptional original French Art Deco executive desk featuring a stunning book-matched walnut veneer top with rich grain patterning and warm, medium-honey brown tones. Clean...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desks

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Bronze, Nickel

American Colonial Cherry Drop-Down Desk by Maddox
American Colonial Cherry Drop-Down Desk by Maddox

American Colonial Cherry Drop-Down Desk by Maddox

By Maddox Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Cherry, Brass Pulls Dimensions: 39.25”H x 36”W x 19.25”D Table Height 28"

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1950s American American Colonial Vintage Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique 19th century warm brown English Oak Georgian  Slant-Front Desk
Antique 19th century warm brown English Oak Georgian  Slant-Front Desk

Antique 19th century warm brown English Oak Georgian Slant-Front Desk

Located in Casteren, NL

This English slant-front secretary desk, crafted around 1800, is a fine example of late Georgian furniture (circa 1760–1820). This style is characterized by restrained elegance, clean lines, and refined craftsmanship, combining practicality with aesthetic balance. The desk is made entirely of solid European summer oak—an unmistakable mark of quality, especially since similar desks often feature pine for their interior components. The warm, deep brown color, rich patina, and soft sheen give the piece a distinctive and authentic character. The fall-front is a flat panel fitted with its original brass escutcheon and a working lock. When opened, the writing surface is supported by the two outer top drawers, creating a stable and spacious workspace. The interior is beautifully arranged: directly behind the writing surface lies a recessed well, and behind it a central compartment enclosed by a door, complete with matching working lock and key. Flanking this central section are six small drawers, with open pigeonholes positioned above them, tucked beneath a finely scalloped valance—an elegant layout for organizing correspondence and writing tools. The construction reveals traditional craftsmanship, including exposed dovetail joints connecting the sides to the top. The drawers are fitted with finely pierced brass hardware, and all locks—on the drawers, fall-front, and interior compartment—operate with a single original key, a rare and telling detail of the desk’s authenticity. The piece stands on classic bracket feet, typical of the period. The desk is in excellent condition with no defects. It was gently cleaned and treated with a fresh layer of protective wax in our workshop. This graceful historic desk...

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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Desks

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Brass

English Regency Style Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Carlton House Desk
English Regency Style Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Carlton House Desk

English Regency Style Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Carlton House Desk

Located in Vero Beach, FL

English Regency style mahogany and satinwood inlaid Carlton house desk. Circa 1880 rare Carlton House desk, typical for the Regency period, is a beautiful piece of furniture. It i...

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19th Century English Regency Antique Desks

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Mahogany

Stewart MacDougall 1970s Room Divider with Desk, Birch, Walnut & Formica
Stewart MacDougall 1970s Room Divider with Desk, Birch, Walnut & Formica

Stewart MacDougall 1970s Room Divider with Desk, Birch, Walnut & Formica

By Stewart MacDougall

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautifully conceived room divider with integrated desk from the 1970s, designed by Stewart MacDougall. Crafted in a harmonious blend of birch, warm walnut, vibrant Formica, and sl...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Metal

Scandinavian wall mounted flip top teak desk with 3 drawers Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Scandinavian wall mounted flip top teak desk with 3 drawers Arne Hovmand-Olsen

Scandinavian wall mounted flip top teak desk with 3 drawers Arne Hovmand-Olsen

By Arne Hovmand-Olsen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A wall mounted teak flip-top desk with a black laminate writing surface over 3 drawers. It's in very good vintage condition without stains or major flaws. Designed and made by Arne H...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Brass

George Nakashima Inspired Walnut Desk by Boyd & Allister
George Nakashima Inspired Walnut Desk by Boyd & Allister

George Nakashima Inspired Walnut Desk by Boyd & Allister

By Boyd & Allister

Located in Santa Fe, NM

A walnut desk inspired by George Nakashima’s desk design of the late 1950’s. The desk is built in solid walnut with an exceptional live edge walnut slab top complimented by Wenge but...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

Italian Mid-Century Executive Desk designed by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Executive Desk designed by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Executive Desk designed by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Traversetolo, IT

This spectacular desk was designed by Vittorio Dassi in the 1950s, probably with the artistic direction of Gio Ponti, with whom he collaborated for many years. Its aesthetic shape i...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Brass

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak make up Vanity jewelry box by Arne Wahl Iversen
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak make up Vanity jewelry box by Arne Wahl Iversen

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak make up Vanity jewelry box by Arne Wahl Iversen

By Vinde Møbelfabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century Danish Modern teak make up vanity or desk. Beautiful light teak color with a nice grain. Flip top mirror with brass ring pull opens to a sliding felt lined jewelry box wi...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Felt, Mirror, Teak

Antique RJ Horner Figural Carved Mahogany Griffin Library Table Partners Desk
Antique RJ Horner Figural Carved Mahogany Griffin Library Table Partners Desk

Antique RJ Horner Figural Carved Mahogany Griffin Library Table Partners Desk

By R.J. Horner & Co.

Located in Dayton, OH

An exceptionally carved mahogany partners desk by R.J. Horner & Co, circa 1890s. Drawing inspiration from Victorian & Italian Baroque Styling. Features a serpentine form with carved ...

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19th Century American High Victorian Antique Desks

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Mahogany

1920s William And Mary Style Carved Walnut Executive Desk By R.G. Kittinger
1920s William And Mary Style Carved Walnut Executive Desk By R.G. Kittinger

1920s William And Mary Style Carved Walnut Executive Desk By R.G. Kittinger

By Kittinger

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is an incredible piece! It is a heavily carved walnut William and Mary style desk by R.G. Kittinger. This was crafted during the 1920s, the Golden Age of American furniture. It ...

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Early 20th Century American William and Mary Desks

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Brass

Carlton House Desk by Maitland Smith, Aesthetic Movement, 1980s
Carlton House Desk by Maitland Smith, Aesthetic Movement, 1980s

Carlton House Desk by Maitland Smith, Aesthetic Movement, 1980s

By Maitland Smith

Located in Round Top, TX

Late 20th C. tessellated horn Carlton House desk by Maitland Smith. A wood frame, with applied horn and brass inlay detailing. Multiple cubbies and drawers, with cast brass drop pull...

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Late 20th Century Philippine Aesthetic Movement Desks

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Horn, Wood

Svend Age Madsen for H.P. Hansen Danish Rosewood Desk and Bookcase
Svend Age Madsen for H.P. Hansen Danish Rosewood Desk and Bookcase

Svend Age Madsen for H.P. Hansen Danish Rosewood Desk and Bookcase

By H.P. Hansen, Svend Åge Madsen

Located in New Windsor, NY

A rosewood desk with bookcase by Svend AgeMAdsen for H.P. Hansen, Denmark. Circa 1960-70. This desk features beautifully and highly figured rosewood veneers, a curved profile, front ...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks

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Birch, Rosewood

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

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

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Lafayette, IN

This remarkable piece is a one-off desk/wardrobe/bar/bookcase/storage cabinet custom-designed by George Nelson in 1949 to match his Basic Cabinet Series (BCS) for Herman Miller. The desk was made specifically for a client in the Promontory Apartment Building in Chicago designed by Nelson's associate, and world-renowned architect, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. The entire apartment was outfitted in pieces from George Nelson's Basic Cabinet Series for Herman Miller that sat, untouched for nearly 70 years in their original setting! In addition to two aluminium sconces, this piece also features hidden, fluorescent lighting mounted in the upper canopy as a clever solution to Mies van der Rohe's lack of ceiling fixtures. This is a gorgeous, grandiose, and extremely rare piece of design history that will instantly outfit an entire office in striking style! Features: Desk: - Book-matched walnut veneer - Built-in Bar - Built in coat closet/wardrobe - Dual aluminum sconces - Hidden, indirect fluorescent lighting - Silver-plated Herman Miller hardware - Dual "floating" book shelves - Tapered, cantilevered peninsula desk...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Aluminum

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Raised Panel S-Roll Top Desk with Full Interior C1900
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Raised Panel S-Roll Top Desk with Full Interior C1900

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Raised Panel S-Roll Top Desk with Full Interior C1900

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote***Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Raised Panel S Roll Top Desk with Full Drawer Interior Unsigned C1900 Measur...

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20th Century Arts and Crafts Desks

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Oak

Louis XVI Cylinder Desk, 18th Century
Louis XVI Cylinder Desk, 18th Century

Louis XVI Cylinder Desk, 18th Century

Located in Doylestown, PA

A beautifully carved Louis XVI period cylinder bureau in walnut, the fitted interior concealed by a roll top lid, over 3 highly carved drawers. Working key with original lock. Circa ...

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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desks

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Walnut

Vintage and Antique Desks for Sale — Shop Handcrafted Mid-Century Modern Desks, Art Deco Desks and Other Desks and Tables on 1stDibs

There’s no reason that the corner of your home you’ve dedicated to work shouldn’t also reflect your personality and sense of style. A collection of unique vintage and antique desks can be found on 1stDibs today.

The right desk can be a good fit for your space and help keep you organized when you need it most. For many, the word “desk” can have a negative connotation. Derived from the Latin desca, meaning “table to write on,” the word can understandably evoke memories of stuffy classrooms or monotonous workdays.

As working from home has become more widespread for part of the workforce, many professionals who work remotely park themselves at the dining-room table or at the kitchen countertop to do so. If you’ve got the space, it's healthy to set aside an area in your home designated for work. A good desk can keep you on track and keep your newly minted home office free of clutter and distractions. 

Within your own walls, an office area can be both personal and productive, decorated exactly to your taste or just an unobtrusive addition that aligns with the energy of the space as is. When shopping for a desk, keep height, space and specs in mind. It’s helpful to know if you’ll need the desk to offer storage, such as drawers or a hutch, or if it should fit alongside your bedroom wall as cleanly as possible.

An antique writing desk, for example, will offer a spacious, streamlined work experience with a desktop that affords real estate for your notebooks, pens, laptop and research materials. Secretary desks reveal small inner storage compartments — pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers — when their hinged leaves are folded out.

Maybe you'd prefer a vintage mid-century modern desk that seamlessly incorporates drawers for storage.

Nebraska-born designer Don S. Shoemaker became inspired by Mexico’s tropical woods, such as cocobolo, a Mexican rosewood, and he decided to work with the material in the postwar years to create desks and other furnishings. Elsewhere, made according to the same high standards as the company’s chairs, celebrated mid-century manufacturer Herman Miller produced desks over the years in a number of versions, created by designers like George Nelson, Gilbert Rohde and Bruce Burdick.

Whether you want a dramatic rolltop-style furnishing akin to the 18th-century secretary commissioned by Louis XVI or a contemporary piece made of everything from linoleum to fallen trees, a new desk and clever arrangement of desktop accessories can brighten the workday in any home. 

For every passion project, year-end report or spontaneous million-dollar app idea, find the desk you need on 1stDibs.