Cork Top Desk
Paul Frankl Cork Top Desk
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Denton, TX
Rare six-drawer desk designed by Paul Frankl featuring a curved cork top, adorned with brass drawer
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Oak, Cork
Cork-Topped Parkman Desk by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Parkman desk features a Parsons-style waterfall shape with cork on the top and sides and three
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Cork, Walnut
Cork-Topped Oak Parkman Desk by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Parkman desk features a Parsons-style waterfall shape with cork on the top and sides and three
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Oak, Cork
1970's Space Age Park Sherman Rotating Cork & Chrome Desk Pencil Pen Holder
By Park Sherman
Located in San Diego, CA
Very cool rotating pencil pen desk top holder, circa 1970's very clean original condition great for
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Materials
Chrome
Brera Desk
By Garbarino Collections
Located in Milan, IT
stained oak with a matte two-tone finish, featuring a top blotter of stained cork in a complementing brick
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Cork, Oak
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
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Writing Desk From Frank Lloyd Wright's DeRhodes House
By Stickley Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
Auglaize Furniture Co.
USA, Circa 1900
Solid quarter sawn oak, with cork wood top.
Measures: 42"W
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak, Cork
H 30 in W 42 in D 26 in
Paestum Writing Table / Desk
Located in Banbury, GB
A finely carved and simulated cork decorated large writing table or desk with a thick glass top.
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2010s English Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Chrome Desk with Smoked Glass Top by Gilles Bouchez for Airborne, France 1970s
By Gilles Bouchez
Located in Chicago, IL
glass top sits on cork supports, making it appear to float above the frame. Unmarked. Sourced in France
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Desks
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Metal
H 29.5 in W 72.75 in D 33.5 in
Rare Paul Frankl Skyscraper Desk / Bench, Art Deco, Modernist, Cubist
By Paul Frankl
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning and rare bookcase desk and cork top seat designed and manufactured by Paul Frankl, I
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
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1940s Paul Frankl Eight-Drawer Desk Art Deco Style By Johnson Furniture Co.
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Miami, FL
.
Re-furbished and newly lacquered cork top, in a satin lacquer white finish.
Body of desk also
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 28.25 in W 61.25 in D 26 in
19th Century Victorian Solid Silver & Enamel Novelty Champagne Bottle Pencil
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
with textured top mimicking foil and a black and white enameled label indicating 'Extra Dry G.H. Mumm
Category
Antique 19th Century Desk Sets
Materials
Silver, Enamel
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H 3.94 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Antique 19thC Victorian Solid Silver & Enamel Novelty Champagne Bottle Pencil
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
with textured top mimicking foil and a black and white enameled label indicating 'Extra Dry G.H. Mumm
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Desk Sets
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Silver
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H 3.94 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
1960s Sculptural Table Desk Lamp Cork and Walnut Laurel Lamp Co
By Laurel
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Sculptural Cork and Walnut Table Desk Lamp
Brass Base unmarked attributed Laurel Lamp Co
14.5
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Brass, Steel
1940's Mouthblown Hungarian Storage Storage Jars - Extra Large
Located in Hook, Hampshire
vintage storage jars, mouthblown locally. The top edge is hand rolled and the beauty is that every piece
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Vintage 1940s Hungarian Desk Sets
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Art Glass
1940's Mouthblown Hungarian Storage Storage Jars, Large
Located in Hook, Hampshire
beautiful vintage storage jars, mouthblown locally. The top edge is hand rolled and the beauty is that every
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Vintage 1940s Hungarian Desk Sets
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Art Glass
XXX Extendible Coffee Table in Matte Black with Cork Panel and Drawer by Lapo
By Opinion Ciatti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A table or a desk? Support surface, workstation, study desk, leisure space, a space for sharing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
H 28.75 in W 78.75 in D 27.56 in
Macis Table in Matt Black Structure with White Top by Lapo Ciatti
By Opinion Ciatti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Support surface, workstation, study desk, leisure space, a space for sharing: Macis is the unique
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
XXX Extendible Coffee Table in Steel with Matte Black Top by Lapo Ciatti
By Opinion Ciatti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A table or a desk? Support surface, workstation, study desk, leisure space, a space for sharing
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tables
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Steel
H 28.75 in W 78.75 in D 27.56 in
Two Vintage 1960s French Cedar Wood Embossed Crocodile Leather Cigar Boxes
Located in Haarlem, NL
' outside with leather and pieces of crocodile on top and cork on the bottom (to avoid scratches on your
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Materials
Leather, Wood, Cork, Cedar
H 1.97 in W 6.3 in D 4.34 in
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Fine 19th Century Regency Rosewood Brass Bound Box Desk
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Floating Cork Top Desk by Paul T. Frankl
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Paul Frankl Writing Desk or Vanity with Cork Top by Johnson Furniture
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Cork Top Desk For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the cork top desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each cork top desk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and cork. Find 6 options for an antique or vintage cork top desk now, or shop our selection of 8 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a cork top desk — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right cork top desk, those designed in modern, mid-century modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made cork top desk over the years, but those crafted by Opinion Ciatti, Paul Frankl and Garbarino Collections are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Cork Top Desk?
Prices for a cork top desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $46 and can go as high as $370,125, while the average can fetch as much as $4,385.
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The leather top on a desk is usually just called a leather top. However, some people refer to it as a leather insert or leather writing surface. The thin pieces of leather that go into making leather-top desks are known as skivers. Shop a variety of desks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a roll top desk called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sometimes, roll-top desks are called tambours, sliding roll desks or roll-up desks. However, roll-top is the most commonly used name. The style of desk became popular during the 19th century. You can find a range of roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
- Can I paint a leather desk top?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, you can paint a leather desk top. You can transform an old leather desk top and add visual appeal with easy-to-use leather paint. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with a furniture restorer or related professional for help. Find a variety of leather desk tops on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A roll top desk kept small essentials and paperwork organized. The roll top design was ideal for business people to secure their desks at the end of the day without filing away their work. Browse a variety of roll top desks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Roll-top desks are originally from the late 18th century in the Georgian era of England. By the middle of the Victorian era, they were found in most offices and produced on a large scale. Shop a range of antique roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A roll top desk can be worth anywhere between $3,000 to $6,000, depending on the condition, materials used and time of manufacturing. Roll top desks are expensive, as they are very popular on the antique furniture market and are considered timeless collectibles. Shop a range of antique and vintage roll top desks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.
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