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Antique Swedish Pine Country Rococo Desk
Antique Swedish Pine Country Rococo Desk

Antique Swedish Pine Country Rococo Desk

Located in Kramfors, SE

There is a single drawer and the two front corners of the desk top have been rounded. The edge of the apron has a delicate profiled and almost scalloped edge which mirrors the shape ...

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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Royal Italian Writing Desk and Armchair
Royal Italian Writing Desk and Armchair

Royal Italian Writing Desk and Armchair

Located in New Orleans, LA

Cleverly concealed buttons and levers open secret drawers and panels, revealing storage spaces within the rails of the chair seat, center square of the desk, frieze, corners, carved ...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

White Desk, Attributed Howard Dilday, 20th Century
White Desk, Attributed Howard Dilday, 20th Century

White Desk, Attributed Howard Dilday, 20th Century

Located in Greding, DE

White lacquered desk with rounded corners. The desk shows signs of age and use.

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20th Century Unknown Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

the Student's Desk by Jacques-Emile Ruhlmann
the Student's Desk by Jacques-Emile Ruhlmann

the Student's Desk by Jacques-Emile Ruhlmann

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A rectangular oak desk with rounded corners, a tan leather writing surface and a central drawer, on tapered legs.

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Vintage 1930s French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Mahogany Shaped Front Pedestal Writing Desk
Antique Mahogany Shaped Front Pedestal Writing Desk

Antique Mahogany Shaped Front Pedestal Writing Desk

Located in Benington, Herts

A superb quality Edwardian inverted breakfront mahogany pedestal writing desk with concave corners and gilt tooled leather inserts, circa 1900.

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Antique Early 1900s English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Oak

Very Good Quality Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk
Very Good Quality Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk

Very Good Quality Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk

Located in Benington, Herts

A very good quality burr walnut pedestal desk with shaped corners and gilt tooled leather writing surface.

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Mid-20th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

19th Century French Mahogany Directoire Writing Desk
19th Century French Mahogany Directoire Writing Desk

19th Century French Mahogany Directoire Writing Desk

Located in Martlesham, GB

19th Century French mahogany directoire writing desk, the moulded edge top having a green leather writing surface decorated with blind and gilt tooling, the edge of the top having eb...

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Antique 1880s French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Sculptural Kidney Shaped Writing Desk, France, 1950
Sculptural Kidney Shaped Writing Desk, France, 1950

Sculptural Kidney Shaped Writing Desk, France, 1950

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

It has a very nice and unusual shape which makes it possible to use it free standing, against a wall or in a corner. The desk is in very good condition with minimal wear from age and...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Gillows - Mid 19thC Mahogany Twin Pedestal Desk
Gillows - Mid 19thC Mahogany Twin Pedestal Desk

Gillows - Mid 19thC Mahogany Twin Pedestal Desk

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Altrincham, GB

Gillows - Mid 19thC Mahogany Twin Pedestal Desk shaped rectangular top with dark blue tooled leather inset flanking a central raised sloped writing surface enclosing a hinged storage...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Antique French Oak 'Dolphin' Desk, Circa 1885
Antique French Oak 'Dolphin' Desk, Circa 1885

Antique French Oak 'Dolphin' Desk, Circa 1885

Located in Dallas, TX

There two dolphins surrounding a cartouche with a heart motif at the center on all sides of the desk’s apron. Lion’s head motifs with fruit drops are at the canted corners of the de...

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Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Large Antique Walnut Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Large Antique Walnut Leather Top Pedestal Desk

Large Antique Walnut Leather Top Pedestal Desk

Located in London, GB

They also have the original brass handles. This desk has canted corners and sits on short cabriole legs with shell carvings and original brass casters.

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Early 20th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

French 19th Century Burl Walnut Louis Philippe Desk
French 19th Century Burl Walnut Louis Philippe Desk

French 19th Century Burl Walnut Louis Philippe Desk

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

The remaining three drawers have recessed, turned knobs that are signature to Louis Philippe pieces. The corners of the desk are canted. The work surface has been covered in an excep...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut, Burl

Midcentury Walnut and Leather Italian Writing Desk, 1950
Midcentury Walnut and Leather Italian Writing Desk, 1950

Midcentury Walnut and Leather Italian Writing Desk, 1950

Located in Roma, Lazio

Top of the desk all covered in light brown leather, with wooden edge running along the perimeter of the desk top, the corners are rounded.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Maple, Walnut

Early 20th Century Edwardian Chippendale Influenced Mahogany Desk
Early 20th Century Edwardian Chippendale Influenced Mahogany Desk

Early 20th Century Edwardian Chippendale Influenced Mahogany Desk

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Early 20th century Chippendale style mahogany desk with canted corners, the rectangular shaped top with an original green leather writing surface, the top having a carved moulded edg...

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Early 20th Century European Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique William IV Mahogany Writing Table or Desk
Antique William IV Mahogany Writing Table or Desk

Antique William IV Mahogany Writing Table or Desk

Located in London, GB

The turned legs are fluted and have original brass cupped casters. This desk has rounded corners and a polished back, so it looks good free standing.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

French Louis XV Leather Top Bureau Plat Desk
French Louis XV Leather Top Bureau Plat Desk

French Louis XV Leather Top Bureau Plat Desk

Located in Rio Vista, CA

The writing surface is framed with a bronze edge and the entire piece has brass mounts on the corners. The desk showcases the beautifully grained mahogany veneer and is supported by ...

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20th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Midcentury Rosewood 'Presidents Desk' by Arne Vodder for Sibast
Midcentury Rosewood 'Presidents Desk' by Arne Vodder for Sibast

Midcentury Rosewood 'Presidents Desk' by Arne Vodder for Sibast

By Arne Vodder, Sibast

Located in London, GB

Minor loss to one corner of desk, with characterful sun bleaching throughout.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Executive Angle Desk Gianni Moscatelli for Formanova
Mid-Century Executive Angle Desk Gianni Moscatelli for Formanova

Mid-Century Executive Angle Desk Gianni Moscatelli for Formanova

By Formanova, Gianni Moscatelli

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

The desk has a corner arrangement, the frame is made of chrome-plated metal, the wooden parts are veneered with mahogany.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome, Iron

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany Pedestal Desk
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany Pedestal Desk

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany Pedestal Desk

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

With elegantly rounded and fluted corners, this desk boasts nine solid oak drawers including a long central drawer flanked by eight short drawers, each with gilt-brass bail handles.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Oak

Pierre Chapo "B40" desk in solid Elm, France, 1970s
Pierre Chapo "B40" desk in solid Elm, France, 1970s

Pierre Chapo "B40" desk in solid Elm, France, 1970s

By Pierre Chapo

Located in amstelveen, NL

Eye-catching detail is the remarkable carved tabletop, with slanted sides and corners. This extraordinary desk is carved from solid elmwood.

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Elm

Ico Parisi Mid-Century Wooden Desk for MIM Rome
Ico Parisi Mid-Century Wooden Desk for MIM Rome

Ico Parisi Mid-Century Wooden Desk for MIM Rome

By MIM Roma, Ico Parisi

Located in Milano, IT

These legs continue until they go to frame all the corners of the desk. A touch of class and elegance.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

English Chinoiserie / Georgian Style Red and Black Secretary Desk
English Chinoiserie / Georgian Style Red and Black Secretary Desk

English Chinoiserie / Georgian Style Red and Black Secretary Desk

Located in Queens, NY

English Georgian-style contemporary black and red faux lacquer Chinoiserie two-piece secretary desk with rounded corners and a black top with red trim and painted genre landscape sce...

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20th Century Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Flat desk of style Louis XV, stamped Maurice Rinck
Flat desk of style Louis XV, stamped Maurice Rinck

Flat desk of style Louis XV, stamped Maurice Rinck

Located in Paris, FR

The leather girdled with a frieze of foliage and lilies gilded with iron, is enhanced by gilded bronzes with foliage motifs at the four corners. This flat desk of rocaille style, ope...

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20th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Antique Victorian Mahogany and Leather Writing Table or Desk
Antique Victorian Mahogany and Leather Writing Table or Desk

Antique Victorian Mahogany and Leather Writing Table or Desk

Located in London, GB

This is a free standing desk with rounded corners and a polished back. The legs are turned and fluted with original brass cupped porcelain casters.

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Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

French Louis XV Black Lacquered Leather Top Bureau Plat Desk
French Louis XV Black Lacquered Leather Top Bureau Plat Desk

French Louis XV Black Lacquered Leather Top Bureau Plat Desk

Located in West Hartford, CT

Ornate bronze mounts adorn the desk, highlighting its corners, drawer pulls, and feet with intricate rococo motifs.

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Late 20th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Ico Parisi ''Terni'' Executive Desk, 1958, Published MIM Roma, Italy
Ico Parisi ''Terni'' Executive Desk, 1958, Published MIM Roma, Italy

Ico Parisi ''Terni'' Executive Desk, 1958, Published MIM Roma, Italy

By Ico Parisi

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Thank you to Roberta Lietti at the Parisi archive for providing us with this information. The corner of the desk's top front edge is inset with a circular MIM Roma aluminium plaque.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Antique French Empire Revival Ormolu Mounted Partners Desk 19th Century
Antique French Empire Revival Ormolu Mounted Partners Desk 19th Century

Antique French Empire Revival Ormolu Mounted Partners Desk 19th Century

Located in London, GB

There is a decorative ormolu mounted column to each corner and the desk is raised on a plinth base with block feet.

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Antique 1870s Napoleon III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Georgian Revival Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk, 20th Century
Vintage Georgian Revival Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk, 20th Century

Vintage Georgian Revival Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk, 20th Century

Located in London, GB

The drawers are oak-lined and the exquisite brass handles serve to compliment this elegant look. The eight corners of the desk feature beautifully carved corbeils and lion's heads, ...

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Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Yellow "Colormates" Campaign Lowboy Writing Desk by Morris of CA
Midcentury Yellow "Colormates" Campaign Lowboy Writing Desk by Morris of CA

Midcentury Yellow "Colormates" Campaign Lowboy Writing Desk by Morris of CA

By Morris of California

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Midcentury "Colormates" Campaign writing desk by Morris of California, circa 1960. Featuring a yellow-painted cabinet with brass pulls and corner accents.

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Vintage 1960s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Large space age desk designed by Frank De Clercq, Belgium 1972.
Large space age desk designed by Frank De Clercq, Belgium 1972.

Large space age desk designed by Frank De Clercq, Belgium 1972.

Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp

A minimalist yet modern design with a simple rectangular shape and rounded corners. The desk is build out of solid wood and plywood with a white lacquered finish.

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Vintage 1970s Belgian Space Age Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Early 19th Century mahogany directoire writing desk with leather writing surface
Early 19th Century mahogany directoire writing desk with leather writing surface

Early 19th Century mahogany directoire writing desk with leather writing surface

Located in Martlesham, GB

Early 19th century French mahogany Directoire writing desk, the moulded edge top having a light brown leather writing surface decorated with gilt tooling, the top having pullout / pu...

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Antique 1830s French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

French Louis XVI Directoire Style Cherry Custom Leather & Marble Writing Desk
French Louis XVI Directoire Style Cherry Custom Leather & Marble Writing Desk

French Louis XVI Directoire Style Cherry Custom Leather & Marble Writing Desk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Item also features figural solid brass hardware, crossbanded and inlaid corners, and a finished back. Desk features a desirable "antiqued" finish to the cherrywood with worm holes, a...

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Vintage 1980s European Country Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Elegant Executive Desk by Theo Tempelman for AP Originals, Netherlands, 1960s
Elegant Executive Desk by Theo Tempelman for AP Originals, Netherlands, 1960s

Elegant Executive Desk by Theo Tempelman for AP Originals, Netherlands, 1960s

By Theo Tempelman

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

This is an extremely nice original example, there is a small chip to the wood banding located near to the left hand front corner of the desk top which could be filled and stained to ...

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Vintage Georgian Revival Flame Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk 20th C
Vintage Georgian Revival Flame Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk 20th C

Vintage Georgian Revival Flame Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk 20th C

Located in London, GB

The drawers are oak-lined and the exquisite brass handles serve to compliment this elegant look. The eight corners of the desk feature beautifully carved corbeils and lion's heads...

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Vintage 1970s Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Satinwood

Early 20th Century Russian Brass Greek Key Inlaid Executive Desk with Lions
Early 20th Century Russian Brass Greek Key Inlaid Executive Desk with Lions

Early 20th Century Russian Brass Greek Key Inlaid Executive Desk with Lions

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a gorgeous brass inlaid desk with Greek key motif. The desk is made of burled walnut and features lion heads on each corner.

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Vintage 1920s Russian Empire Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

French Antique Art Deco Macassar Bureau Plat Writing Desk circa 1930
French Antique Art Deco Macassar Bureau Plat Writing Desk circa 1930

French Antique Art Deco Macassar Bureau Plat Writing Desk circa 1930

Located in Shippensburg, PA

Measurements: 28 1/2" D x 30 1/4" H x 53 1/4" W; pull out writing surface adds approximately 15" to the overall width Condition Report: Discoloration to the parchment with some lift...

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20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Fine Quality French Mahogany Leather and Bronze Figural Writing Desk circa 1940
Fine Quality French Mahogany Leather and Bronze Figural Writing Desk circa 1940

Fine Quality French Mahogany Leather and Bronze Figural Writing Desk circa 1940

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a fine quality French-made bronze mounted and trimmed writing desk. The desk features gorgeous bronze trimmed wrap around moldings around the top and highly detailed bronze m...

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Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Tubular Metal and Wooden Top School Desk, Industrial in Design
Mid-Century Tubular Metal and Wooden Top School Desk, Industrial in Design

Mid-Century Tubular Metal and Wooden Top School Desk, Industrial in Design

Located in Vulpellac, Girona

The metal frame is painted in a great verde green colour whilst the tabletop still retains its original wood with an inkwell located in the top right hand corner of the desk. The pat...

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

Materials

Steel

Kai Kristiansen Danish Modern Three-Drawer Floating Top Teak Desk w/ Bookshelf
Kai Kristiansen Danish Modern Three-Drawer Floating Top Teak Desk w/ Bookshelf

Kai Kristiansen Danish Modern Three-Drawer Floating Top Teak Desk w/ Bookshelf

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Kai Kristiansen Danish Modern Three-Drawer Floating Top Teak Desk w/ Bookshelf This Danish modern floating top desk attributed to Kai Kristiansen features a beautifully cornered te...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Fabulous English Bench Made Reprod. Burr Elm Leather Top Pedestal Partner's Desk
Fabulous English Bench Made Reprod. Burr Elm Leather Top Pedestal Partner's Desk

Fabulous English Bench Made Reprod. Burr Elm Leather Top Pedestal Partner's Desk

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

They produce some of the most fantastic, traditional designs in desks, writing tables, corner cupboards, breakfronts, etc.

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2010s English Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Elm, Burl

Desk Designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mölgaard Nelson for Söfborg Möbelfabrik
Desk Designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mölgaard Nelson for Söfborg Möbelfabrik

Desk Designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mölgaard Nelson for Söfborg Möbelfabrik

By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt

Located in Stockholm, SE

The tops of the legs form intersections at the desk’s corners, joining together the long and short sides.

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

Materials

Teak

Early 19th Century French Louis XV Marquetry Lady's Desk with Bronze Mounts
Early 19th Century French Louis XV Marquetry Lady's Desk with Bronze Mounts

Early 19th Century French Louis XV Marquetry Lady's Desk with Bronze Mounts

Located in Dallas, TX

The lady's table features exquisite marquetry work with floral and leaf decor, including a large oval medallion on the surface decorated with Horn and foliage motifs and bronze shell...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Walnut Desk
Mid-Century Walnut Desk

Mid-Century Walnut Desk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Don't tuck this one in a corner—its lovely details, floating desk top, and dramatic lines demand the spotlight.

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks

Executive Desk in Walnut by Florence Knoll by Knoll Associates, USA, c. 1960s
Executive Desk in Walnut by Florence Knoll by Knoll Associates, USA, c. 1960s

Executive Desk in Walnut by Florence Knoll by Knoll Associates, USA, c. 1960s

By Florence Knoll

Located in Deland, FL

Unfortunately the key has been lost to time but a new lock and key can be cut and installed at cost if desired. The desk top has been covered in a genuine, thick-cut Italian leather...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th C. French Louis XV Carved Mahogany and Marble-Top Lady Table Desk
Early 20th C. French Louis XV Carved Mahogany and Marble-Top Lady Table Desk

Early 20th C. French Louis XV Carved Mahogany and Marble-Top Lady Table Desk

Located in Dallas, TX

The petite cabinet also features inlay design work on the front and on both curved sides, and is embellished with decorative bronze mounts on the scalloped apron and corners. The tab...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble, Bronze

A Fine Black Louis XVI Style Leather Writing Table Desk Bureau Plat ca. 1950
A Fine Black Louis XVI Style Leather Writing Table Desk Bureau Plat ca. 1950

A Fine Black Louis XVI Style Leather Writing Table Desk Bureau Plat ca. 1950

By Maurice Hirsch

Located in Shippensburg, PA

The drawers are hung with gilt-bronze mounts and ring pulls and are framed with gilt trim; the corners of the desk have applied bronze ribbed moldings over tapered and fluted legs th...

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20th Century French Hollywood Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

French Art Deco Desk by Dufrene
French Art Deco Desk by Dufrene

French Art Deco Desk by Dufrene

By Maurice Dufrêne

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

There is very delicate inlay to all the corners of the desk a swirl with dots of mother of pearl at the end.

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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Desks

Materials

Elm, Oak, Tulipwood, Amboyna

English Boule Inlaid Carved Desk Horner Bros.
English Boule Inlaid Carved Desk Horner Bros.

English Boule Inlaid Carved Desk Horner Bros.

Located in Stamford, CT

Exceptional English carved desk. Each corner depicting a full bodied carved Lion of Horner quality.

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Antique 19th Century English Desks

Materials

Mahogany, Burl

French 19th Century Marble-Top Mahogany and Fruitwood Secrétaire à Abattant
French 19th Century Marble-Top Mahogany and Fruitwood Secrétaire à Abattant

French 19th Century Marble-Top Mahogany and Fruitwood Secrétaire à Abattant

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Beneath the work area is a storage cavity that houses a single fixed shelf that is concealed behind lockable doors. The corners of the desk are turreted with fluted carvings.

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Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Franch Bureau Plat
Franch Bureau Plat

Franch Bureau Plat

Sold|$11,192

Franch Bureau Plat

Located in Kastrup, DK

Mahogany with bronze mounts on top edge, around drawers and on the corner of the legs. Beautiful desk gentle restored with nice patina.

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Antique 1890s French Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Rustic Italian Lacquered Ram's Head Motif Writing Table
Rustic Italian Lacquered Ram's Head Motif Writing Table

Rustic Italian Lacquered Ram's Head Motif Writing Table

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Gorgeous Italian lacquered writing table or desk featuring hand carved neoclassical ram's head motifs on each corner.

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Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Lacquer, Wood

Early 20th Century Kingwood and Marquetry Bonheur Du Jour
Early 20th Century Kingwood and Marquetry Bonheur Du Jour

Early 20th Century Kingwood and Marquetry Bonheur Du Jour

Located in Martlesham, GB

Early 20th Century Kingwood and marquetry bonheur du jour of exceptional quality, the desk inlaid throughout with various flowers and foliage, the superstructure having a pierced bra...

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Antique Early 1900s French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Kingwood

French 19th Century Transitional Secrétaire À Abattant
French 19th Century Transitional Secrétaire À Abattant

French 19th Century Transitional Secrétaire À Abattant

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

The corners of the desk are fluted with dentil capital carvings.

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Antique 19th Century French Other Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Italian Mid-Century Self-Standing Corner Bookcase with Desk by Borsani, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Self-Standing Corner Bookcase with Desk by Borsani, 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Self-Standing Corner Bookcase with Desk by Borsani, 1950s

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Traversetolo, IT

Amazing Italian corner Bookcase with Desk, produced in the 1950s and very well designed, probably by one of the most important Italian designers of the period such as Osvaldo Borsani...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood

Japanese, Danish Inspired Desk / Dressing Table by D-Scan
Japanese, Danish Inspired Desk / Dressing Table by D-Scan

Japanese, Danish Inspired Desk / Dressing Table by D-Scan

Located in San Francisco, CA

Exposed finger joints are displayed on drawer fronts and at every round corner and edge. The lower desk conceals a single hidden drawer.

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Vintage 1960s Dressers

French Art Deco Desk, Chair and Bookcase by Maurice Dufrene
French Art Deco Desk, Chair and Bookcase by Maurice Dufrene

French Art Deco Desk, Chair and Bookcase by Maurice Dufrene

By Maurice Dufrêne

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

There is very delicate inlay to all the corners of the desk and also on the bookcase of a swirl with a dot of mother of pearl at the end.

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Elm, Oak, Tulipwood, Amboyna

French Midcentury Corner Desk
French Midcentury Corner Desk

French Midcentury Corner Desk

Located in Kent, Dover

A French mid-century corner desk, ebonized, with brass detailing and a charcoal grey leather top.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

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Corner Desks For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of corner desks available for sale. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, all corner desks available were constructed with great care. Find 250 antique and vintage corner desks at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 9 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Corner desks have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Corner desks bearing mid-century modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made corner desks over the years, but those made by Guillerme et Chambron, Sibast and Arne Vodder are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Corner Desks?

Prices for corner desks start at $341 and top out at $1,919,381 with the average selling for $4,802.

Finding the Right Desks And Writing Tables for You

Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.

Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.

Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.

Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.

The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.

From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.

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