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Antique Correspondence Desk, English, Library, Writing Table, Cotswold School
Antique Correspondence Desk, English, Library, Writing Table, Cotswold School

Antique Correspondence Desk, English, Library, Writing Table, Cotswold School

$5,313Sale Price|20% Off

H 43.12 in W 57.09 in D 23.63 in

Antique Correspondence Desk, English, Library, Writing Table, Cotswold School

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage correspondence desk. An English, solid teak library or writing table in the manner of the Cotswold School, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950.

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Mid-20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Antique Gents Correspondence Desk, English, Writing Table, Victorian, Circa 1900
Antique Gents Correspondence Desk, English, Writing Table, Victorian, Circa 1900

Antique Gents Correspondence Desk, English, Writing Table, Victorian, Circa 1900

$7,647Sale Price|20% Off

H 42.13 in W 39.97 in D 22.25 in

Antique Gents Correspondence Desk, English, Writing Table, Victorian, Circa 1900

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a fine antique gentleman's correspondence desk. An English, rosewood writing table with decorative boxwood inlay, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Boxwood, Rosewood

Antique Tallboy Correspondence Desk, French, Kingwood, Escritoire, Victorian
Antique Tallboy Correspondence Desk, French, Kingwood, Escritoire, Victorian

Antique Tallboy Correspondence Desk, French, Kingwood, Escritoire, Victorian

$11,180Sale Price|20% Off

H 56.5 in W 33.67 in D 17.13 in

Antique Tallboy Correspondence Desk, French, Kingwood, Escritoire, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique tallboy correspondence desk. A French, drawing room escritoire in bookmatched kingwood, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century French Late Victorian Secretaires

Materials

Kingwood, Satinwood

Sheraton Tambour Desk
Sheraton Tambour Desk

Sheraton Tambour Desk

$7,900

H 39 in W 30 in D 22 in

Sheraton Tambour Desk

Located in Greenwich, CT

A smart and tailored Sheraton correspondence desk in figured satinwood having a multi-drawer casement with letter slots covered by a retractable curved tambour door in alternating st...

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Antique 1820s English Sheraton Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Satinwood

Antique Correspondence Table, English, Lowboy, Writing Desk, Georgian, C.1780
Antique Correspondence Table, English, Lowboy, Writing Desk, Georgian, C.1780

Antique Correspondence Table, English, Lowboy, Writing Desk, Georgian, C.1780

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique correspondence table. An English, mahogany lowboy or writing desk, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1780.

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Antique 1780s British Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Ladies Writing Desk, English, Correspondence Table, Victorian, C.1850
Antique Ladies Writing Desk, English, Correspondence Table, Victorian, C.1850

Antique Ladies Writing Desk, English, Correspondence Table, Victorian, C.1850

$2,457Sale Price|20% Off

H 29.34 in W 37.8 in D 19.1 in

Antique Ladies Writing Desk, English, Correspondence Table, Victorian, C.1850

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique ladies writing desk. An English, mahogany and leather correspondence table, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

English Notary Travel Mail Desk Correspondence Box, circa 1910
English Notary Travel Mail Desk Correspondence Box, circa 1910

English Notary Travel Mail Desk Correspondence Box, circa 1910

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Antique writing slope, notary desk or travel correspondence box in oak, dating to the Edwardian period.

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian English Bramah Leather Fold-out Correspondence Writing Desk
Antique Victorian English Bramah Leather Fold-out Correspondence Writing Desk

Antique Victorian English Bramah Leather Fold-out Correspondence Writing Desk

$3,184Sale Price / set|55% Off

H 6.5 in W 14.57 in D 10.63 in

Antique Victorian English Bramah Leather Fold-out Correspondence Writing Desk

By Joseph Bramah

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A Beautiful & Luxurious Handcrafted Victorian Bramah Hardwood Fold-out Travelling Writing Companion With Fitted Leather Interior, Ceramic Blotting Tablets. Complete with Beautifu...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Hermès Paris Mahogany Stationery / Correspondence Box, 1988
Hermès Paris Mahogany Stationery / Correspondence Box, 1988

Hermès Paris Mahogany Stationery / Correspondence Box, 1988

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Hermès Paris Mahogany Stationery / Correspondence Box, 1988 This refined Hermès correspondence box exemplifies the Maison’s dedication to craftsmanship, discretion, and timeless lu...

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Vintage 1980s French Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Antique Correspondence Box, Irish, Walnut, Writing Slope, Austin, William IV
Antique Correspondence Box, Irish, Walnut, Writing Slope, Austin, William IV

Antique Correspondence Box, Irish, Walnut, Writing Slope, Austin, William IV

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique ladies correspondence box. An Irish, walnut and brass writing slope case, dating to the William IV, circa 1833. A desirable, quality example with fine hidden stora...

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Antique 1830s Irish William IV Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Antique Correspondence Box, English, Leather Cabinet, Houghton & Gunn, Victorian
Antique Correspondence Box, English, Leather Cabinet, Houghton & Gunn, Victorian

Antique Correspondence Box, English, Leather Cabinet, Houghton & Gunn, Victorian

$3,383Sale Price|20% Off

H 18.12 in W 17.13 in D 12.01 in

Antique Correspondence Box, English, Leather Cabinet, Houghton & Gunn, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique correspondence box. An English, leather bound sarcophagus cabinet with secret compartment, attributed to Houghton and Gunn of London, dating to the Victorian perio...

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Antique Late 19th Century British More Desk Accessories

Materials

Leather

Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English Correspondence Box, Book Rest, Victorian
Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English Correspondence Box, Book Rest, Victorian

Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English Correspondence Box, Book Rest, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique campaign writing slope. An English, mahogany and brass correspondence box with leather skiver and book rest, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1840. A re...

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Antique Correspondence Case, Scottish Leather, W & J Milne, Edinburgh, Victorian
Antique Correspondence Case, Scottish Leather, W & J Milne, Edinburgh, Victorian

Antique Correspondence Case, Scottish Leather, W & J Milne, Edinburgh, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

A useful treat for a reception desk or office, as a gift or in the well-organised home.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Leather

Antique Correspondence Box, English, Leather, Writing Case, Victorian, C.1890
Antique Correspondence Box, English, Leather, Writing Case, Victorian, C.1890

Antique Correspondence Box, English, Leather, Writing Case, Victorian, C.1890

$1,464Sale Price|20% Off

H 5.71 in W 13.98 in D 9.45 in

Antique Correspondence Box, English, Leather, Writing Case, Victorian, C.1890

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique correspondence box. An English, leather bound writing case, dating to he late Victorian period, circa 1890. Graced with a suite of features and appealing dark f...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Leather

1990s Italian Walnut Secretary Desk – Fall-Front & Interior Compartments
1990s Italian Walnut Secretary Desk – Fall-Front & Interior Compartments

1990s Italian Walnut Secretary Desk – Fall-Front & Interior Compartments

Located in Dallas, TX

When opened, it transforms into an intimate writing desk, perfect for correspondence, journaling, or discreet workspace use.

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1990s Italian Other Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

English Made Satinwood Adams Paint Decorated Carlton House Desk With Cubbies
English Made Satinwood Adams Paint Decorated Carlton House Desk With Cubbies

English Made Satinwood Adams Paint Decorated Carlton House Desk With Cubbies

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This raised section is ingeniously fitted with a myriad of small drawers, cupboards, and pigeonholes, providing discrete and ample storage for writing implements and correspondence. ...

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Vintage 1910s English Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Satinwood

Vintage Marquetry Inlaid Writing Slope Lap Desk with Geometric Motif and Leather
Vintage Marquetry Inlaid Writing Slope Lap Desk with Geometric Motif and Leather

Vintage Marquetry Inlaid Writing Slope Lap Desk with Geometric Motif and Leather

Located in High Point, NC

The interior is fitted with divided compartments for organizing writing instruments, correspondence, and desk accessories. Beneath the writing surface is a larger storage well, along...

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20th Century Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair Of 1920s French Art Deco Marble Desk Organizers
Pair Of 1920s French Art Deco Marble Desk Organizers

Pair Of 1920s French Art Deco Marble Desk Organizers

Located in High Point, NC

Originally intended for organizing correspondence or desk accessories, these objects now function beautifully as decorative accents or sculptural bookends.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Marble

19th C. English Victorian Brass-Inlaid Burlwood Writing Desk with Inkwells
19th C. English Victorian Brass-Inlaid Burlwood Writing Desk with Inkwells

19th C. English Victorian Brass-Inlaid Burlwood Writing Desk with Inkwells

By James Allen

Located in Morristown, NJ

The hinged top opens to reveal a sloped writing surface lined in green felt (likely a later replacement), and fitted with compartments for writing instruments, paper, and corresponde...

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique Writing Desk, English Side Table, Correspondence, Study, Victorian, 1890
Antique Writing Desk, English Side Table, Correspondence, Study, Victorian, 1890

Antique Writing Desk, English Side Table, Correspondence, Study, Victorian, 1890

$3,802Sale Price|20% Off

H 33.27 in W 27.37 in D 20.48 in

Antique Writing Desk, English Side Table, Correspondence, Study, Victorian, 1890

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique writing desk. An English, mahogany side table, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.

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Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Hermès Paris 1960s Equestrian Horse Head Paper Holder – Made in France
Hermès Paris 1960s Equestrian Horse Head Paper Holder – Made in France

Hermès Paris 1960s Equestrian Horse Head Paper Holder – Made in France

By Hermès

Located in Victoria, BC

The sweeping curved form is both functional and decorative, designed to hold papers, letters, envelopes, notes, or desk correspondence with understated French luxury.

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Vintage 1960s French Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

Exquisite ebonised secretary desk from the 19th century
Exquisite ebonised secretary desk from the 19th century

Exquisite ebonised secretary desk from the 19th century

$4,583

H 51.58 in W 39.38 in D 17.33 in

Exquisite ebonised secretary desk from the 19th century

Located in Stahnsdorf, DE

This feature adds both practicality and an inviting warmth to the piece, making it perfect for writing or correspondence. This exceptional secretary desk is not only a functional fu...

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Antique 1820s Swedish Biedermeier Secretaires

Materials

Softwood

Lupa Desk by Gisbert Pöppler, High Gloss Black Walnut, Germany
Lupa Desk by Gisbert Pöppler, High Gloss Black Walnut, Germany

Lupa Desk by Gisbert Pöppler, High Gloss Black Walnut, Germany

$64,644 / item

H 29.93 in W 29.34 in D 66.93 in

Lupa Desk by Gisbert Pöppler, High Gloss Black Walnut, Germany

Located in Geneve, CH

Work should not dominate our lives, so Lupa is a dainty desk ideal for correspondence or focused work but provides little space for mounds of distracting paper work.

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2010s German Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Walnut

French 18th Century Large Louis XVI Marquetry Desk or Bureau à Cylindre
French 18th Century Large Louis XVI Marquetry Desk or Bureau à Cylindre

French 18th Century Large Louis XVI Marquetry Desk or Bureau à Cylindre

By Jean Kisling

Located in Berlin, DE

Underneath the writing compartment the desk contains six drawers which can all be secured by a lock, thus rendering it suitable for storing personal effects and, especially, private ...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Secretaires

Materials

Bronze

Sterling Silver Letter Opener
Sterling Silver Letter Opener

Sterling Silver Letter Opener

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Whether displayed on a desk, used for correspondence, or added to a collection of fine silver accessories, this letter opener serves as a sophisticated reminder of an era when even t...

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Antique Early 1900s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Framed Portrait Of A Gentleman With Letters, 18th Century
Framed Portrait Of A Gentleman With Letters, 18th Century

Framed Portrait Of A Gentleman With Letters, 18th Century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Beautiful portrait of a gentleman standing before his desk and correspondence. He is wearing in a purple jacket adorned with gilt buttons and an embroidered shirt with the collar an...

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Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Paintings

Materials

Paint

Antique Danish Pine Drop-Front Secretary with Upper Cabinet, Mid 19th Century
Antique Danish Pine Drop-Front Secretary with Upper Cabinet, Mid 19th Century

Antique Danish Pine Drop-Front Secretary with Upper Cabinet, Mid 19th Century

Located in Odense, DK

When opened, the drop-front reveals a functional writing area suitable for use as a desk or correspondence cabinet, while the upper and lower compartments provide ample storage.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires

Materials

Iron

Rococo Revival Style Mixed Metal Copper & Silver Humidor, Atrib. Gorham, 1870
Rococo Revival Style Mixed Metal Copper & Silver Humidor, Atrib. Gorham, 1870

Rococo Revival Style Mixed Metal Copper & Silver Humidor, Atrib. Gorham, 1870

By Gorham

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The interior is lined in original Spanish cedar and retains a pierced silver humidifying grille mounted to the inside lid, making this not only an opulent object but also a functiona...

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Antique 19th Century American Rococo Revival Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Metal, Sterling Silver, Copper

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Tunbridge Ware Correspondence Box by Edmund Nye 19th Century
Tunbridge Ware Correspondence Box by Edmund Nye 19th Century

Tunbridge Ware Correspondence Box by Edmund Nye 19th Century

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H 5.52 in W 9.06 in D 4.34 in

Tunbridge Ware Correspondence Box by Edmund Nye 19th Century

By Edmund Nye Tunbridge Wells

Located in Cheltenham, GB

Mid 19th century Tunbridge ware stationery box by Edmund Nye, manufacturer. The dome-shaped top is inlaid with a specimen parquetry panel, crossbanded with boxwood and stringing and...

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Antique 19th Century English Georgian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Boxwood, Ash, Satinwood, Walnut

Antique Correspondence Desk, English, Mahogany, Writing Table, Regency, C.1820
Antique Correspondence Desk, English, Mahogany, Writing Table, Regency, C.1820

Antique Correspondence Desk, English, Mahogany, Writing Table, Regency, C.1820

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique correspondence desk. An English, mahogany and leather writing table, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.

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Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Carved Correspondence Desk, Scottish Oak, Writing Table, Early Victorian
Antique Carved Correspondence Desk, Scottish Oak, Writing Table, Early Victorian

Antique Carved Correspondence Desk, Scottish Oak, Writing Table, Early Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique carved correspondence desk with hidden drawer. A Scottish, oak writing table, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1860.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Campaign Writing Slope, Ship's Captain, Correspondence, Desk, Victorian
Antique Campaign Writing Slope, Ship's Captain, Correspondence, Desk, Victorian

Antique Campaign Writing Slope, Ship's Captain, Correspondence, Desk, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, mahogany ship's captain's correspondence desk, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 4 Drawer Lowboy, English, Oak, Walnut, Correspondence Desk, Georgian
Antique 4 Drawer Lowboy, English, Oak, Walnut, Correspondence Desk, Georgian

Antique 4 Drawer Lowboy, English, Oak, Walnut, Correspondence Desk, Georgian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, oak and walnut correspondence desk, dating to the Georgian period and later, circa 1750.

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Antique Mid-18th Century British Georgian Desks

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Antique Gothic Side Table, Scottish, Oak, Correspondence Desk, Victorian, C.1880
Antique Gothic Side Table, Scottish, Oak, Correspondence Desk, Victorian, C.1880

Antique Gothic Side Table, Scottish, Oak, Correspondence Desk, Victorian, C.1880

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique carved side table. A Scottish, oak correspondence desk with Gothic revival taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Scholar's Writing Table, English, Side, Correspondence Desk, Victorian
Antique Scholar's Writing Table, English, Side, Correspondence Desk, Victorian

Antique Scholar's Writing Table, English, Side, Correspondence Desk, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Charming, small writing table with an appealing appearance Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order Select stocks present fine grain interest throughout Warm caram...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Writing Desk, English, Mahogany, Side, Correspondence Table, Edwardian
Antique Writing Desk, English, Mahogany, Side, Correspondence Table, Edwardian

Antique Writing Desk, English, Mahogany, Side, Correspondence Table, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique writing desk. An English, mahogany and leather side or correspondence table, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Ladies Writing Desk, English, Correspondence, Side Table, Mid Victorian
Antique Ladies Writing Desk, English, Correspondence, Side Table, Mid Victorian

Antique Ladies Writing Desk, English, Correspondence, Side Table, Mid Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique ladies writing desk. An English, mahogany correspondence or side table, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1870.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Antique Correspondence Table, Scottish Oak, Writing Desk, Aesthetic Period
Small Antique Correspondence Table, Scottish Oak, Writing Desk, Aesthetic Period

Small Antique Correspondence Table, Scottish Oak, Writing Desk, Aesthetic Period

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small antique correspondence table. A Scottish, oak writing desk with skiver, dating to the Aesthetic period, circa 1880.

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Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Stationery Rack Mahogany Desk, Correspondence, Asprey London, circa 1910
Antique Stationery Rack Mahogany Desk, Correspondence, Asprey London, circa 1910

Antique Stationery Rack Mahogany Desk, Correspondence, Asprey London, circa 1910

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, flame mahogany desk correspondence or letter cabinet by Asprey of London, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century British More Desk Accessories

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Writing Desk Set, English, Leather, Correspondence Box, Asprey of London
Vintage Writing Desk Set, English, Leather, Correspondence Box, Asprey of London

Vintage Writing Desk Set, English, Leather, Correspondence Box, Asprey of London

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a quality vintage writing desk set. An English, leather table rest, pen stand and correspondence box by Asprey of London, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930.

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Mid-20th Century British Desk Sets

Materials

Leather

Antique Desk Stand, English, Correspondence Box, Ink Wells, Victorian, C.1900
Antique Desk Stand, English, Correspondence Box, Ink Wells, Victorian, C.1900

Antique Desk Stand, English, Correspondence Box, Ink Wells, Victorian, C.1900

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique desk stand. An English, silver plated correspondence box with ink wells, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Desk Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Bachelor's Writing Slope, English, Correspondence Box, Regency, C.1830
Antique Bachelor's Writing Slope, English, Correspondence Box, Regency, C.1830

Antique Bachelor's Writing Slope, English, Correspondence Box, Regency, C.1830

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, coromandel and satinwood correspondence box dating to the Regency period, circa 1830.

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Antique 1830s British Regency Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Antique Gentleman’s Correspondence Case, English, Walnut, Writing Slope, Regency
Antique Gentleman’s Correspondence Case, English, Walnut, Writing Slope, Regency

Antique Gentleman’s Correspondence Case, English, Walnut, Writing Slope, Regency

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique gentleman’s correspondence case. An English, walnut and brass writing slope with leather skiver, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820. A refined, self-containe...

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Antique 1820s British Regency Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Antique Writing Slope, English, Mahogany, Brass, Correspondence Box, Victorian
Antique Writing Slope, English, Mahogany, Brass, Correspondence Box, Victorian

Antique Writing Slope, English, Mahogany, Brass, Correspondence Box, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a delightful antique writing slope. An English, quality mahogany and brass correspondence box, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1895. Strikingly attractive with ...

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Antique Late 19th Century British More Desk Accessories

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English, Walnut, Correspondence Box, Victorian
Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English, Walnut, Correspondence Box, Victorian

Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English, Walnut, Correspondence Box, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique military campaign writing slope. An English, walnut and leather correspondence box, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Finely crafted writing slope...

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Antique Officer's Correspondence Box, English, Writing Slope, Regency, C.1820
Antique Officer's Correspondence Box, English, Writing Slope, Regency, C.1820

Antique Officer's Correspondence Box, English, Writing Slope, Regency, C.1820

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique correspondence box. An English, rosewood writing slope case, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820. A quality example with fine hidden storage and a beautifully...

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Antique 1820s British Regency Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Antique Merchant's Writing Slope, English, Leather, Correspondence Box, C.1890
Antique Merchant's Writing Slope, English, Leather, Correspondence Box, C.1890

Antique Merchant's Writing Slope, English, Leather, Correspondence Box, C.1890

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique merchant's writing slope. An English, leather bound correspondence box, dating to the late 19th century, circa 1890. Fascinating, leather bound London merchant'...

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Antique Late 19th Century British More Desk Accessories

Materials

Leather

Antique Rector's Writing Slope, English, Correspondence Case, Georgian, C.1800
Antique Rector's Writing Slope, English, Correspondence Case, Georgian, C.1800

Antique Rector's Writing Slope, English, Correspondence Case, Georgian, C.1800

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique rector's writing slope. An English, flame mahogany correspondence case, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800. Exceptional craftsmanship throughout, with a ...

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Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Desk Sets

Materials

Wood

Antique Writing Slope, English, Oak, Travelling Correspondence Box, Edwardian
Antique Writing Slope, English, Oak, Travelling Correspondence Box, Edwardian

Antique Writing Slope, English, Oak, Travelling Correspondence Box, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique writing slope. An English, oak travelling correspondence box, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Quality writing slope encased in superb stocks of oak ...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Desks

Materials

Oak

Italian Empire Revival Circular Desk
Italian Empire Revival Circular Desk

Italian Empire Revival Circular Desk

Located in Astoria, NY

Northern Italian Empire Revival circular correspondence or secretary's desk with diminutive kneehole framed by giltwood colonnettes, the exterior with bookshelves, in warm burled bir...

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20th Century Empire Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Birch, Burl

Mahogany Writing Slope Lap Desk Box with Red Leather Interior and Brass Hardware
Mahogany Writing Slope Lap Desk Box with Red Leather Interior and Brass Hardware

Mahogany Writing Slope Lap Desk Box with Red Leather Interior and Brass Hardware

Located in High Point, NC

Beneath the writing surface are divided interior compartments designed for storing inkwells, writing instruments, correspondence, and small desk accessories. A concealed storage well...

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20th Century Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Correspondence Table, Anglo Chinese, Oak, Side, Desk, Japanned, Art Deco
Vintage Correspondence Table, Anglo Chinese, Oak, Side, Desk, Japanned, Art Deco

Vintage Correspondence Table, Anglo Chinese, Oak, Side, Desk, Japanned, Art Deco

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage correspondence table. An Anglo-Chinese oak side table or writing desk with Japanned taste, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1930.

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Early 20th Century British Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Folding Table Made In Oak From 1890s
Folding Table Made In Oak From 1890s

Folding Table Made In Oak From 1890s

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H 24.61 in Dm 29.53 in

Folding Table Made In Oak From 1890s

Located in Lejre, DK

Whether used as a dining table for intimate gatherings, a writing desk for correspondence, or simply a decorative accent in a cozy corner, this piece adds a touch of old-world charm ...

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Antique 1890s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Osvaldo Borsani Rare Wall Bookcase with Pomodoro Artwork
Osvaldo Borsani Rare Wall Bookcase with Pomodoro Artwork

Osvaldo Borsani Rare Wall Bookcase with Pomodoro Artwork

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H 124.81 in W 167.33 in D 19.69 in

Osvaldo Borsani Rare Wall Bookcase with Pomodoro Artwork

By Arnaldo Pomodoro, Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Milano, IT

It includes uniquely designed compartments: one opens to reveal a hidden bar area, perfect for entertaining, while another conceals a compact secretary desk for organizing correspond...

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Antique 1760s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

French 19th Century Petite Mahogany Correspondence Desk
French 19th Century Petite Mahogany Correspondence Desk

French 19th Century Petite Mahogany Correspondence Desk

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A petite antique mahogany correspondence desk that was hand-crafted in France circa 1850.

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Antique 19th Century French Other Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Antique Writing Desk, English, Oak, Leather, Correspondence Table, Edwardian
Antique Writing Desk, English, Oak, Leather, Correspondence Table, Edwardian

Antique Writing Desk, English, Oak, Leather, Correspondence Table, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique writing desk. An English, oak and leather correspondence table, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak

Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian
Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian

Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique writing desk. An English, burr walnut correspondence table, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

English Notary Desk in Oak, Travel Mail /Correspondence Box
English Notary Desk in Oak, Travel Mail /Correspondence Box

English Notary Desk in Oak, Travel Mail /Correspondence Box

Located in North Miami, FL

Antique Writing slope, Notary Desk or Travel Correspondence Box in oak, dating to the Edwardian period.

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Desks

Materials

Oak

Small Antique Ladies Correspondence Table, English, Flame, Writing, William IV
Small Antique Ladies Correspondence Table, English, Flame, Writing, William IV

Small Antique Ladies Correspondence Table, English, Flame, Writing, William IV

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small antique ladies correspondence table. An English, flame mahogany writing table, dating to the William IV period, circa 1835. Fine suite of functions and storage acros...

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

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Antique Officer's Campaign Correspondence Box, English, Writing Case, Regency
Antique Officer's Campaign Correspondence Box, English, Writing Case, Regency

Antique Officer's Campaign Correspondence Box, English, Writing Case, Regency

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique officer’s campaign correspondence box. An English, flame mahogany and leather writing case, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820. Delightfully attractive box,...

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Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Desk Sets

Materials

Leather, Wood

French 19th Century Petite Empire Secretary
French 19th Century Petite Empire Secretary

French 19th Century Petite Empire Secretary

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H 46.5 in W 26.75 in D 16.75 in

French 19th Century Petite Empire Secretary

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A petite French Empire mahogany secretary or lady’s correspondence desk. This secretary has an inset black fossil marble top surrounded by a pierced brass gallery.

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Antique 19th Century French Empire Secretaires

Materials

Marble, Brass

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Desk Organizer, Letter or File Holder

Desk Organizer, Letter or File Holder

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H 5.25 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in

Desk Organizer, Letter or File Holder

Located in Sheffield, MA

Industrial style modernist metal desk accessory, expandable correspondence, letter or file holder with 6 slots.

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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Desk Sets

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Early 20th Century Military Campaign Desk Correspondence Box
Early 20th Century Military Campaign Desk Correspondence Box

Early 20th Century Military Campaign Desk Correspondence Box

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Handmade teak wood military correspondence box with multiple sections for organizing paperwork. Original hardware, circa 1910-1920.

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Vintage 1910s British Indian Ocean Territory British Colonial Secretaires

Materials

Teak

Vintage Murano Glass Apple Shaped Paperweight
Vintage Murano Glass Apple Shaped Paperweight

Vintage Murano Glass Apple Shaped Paperweight

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H 2.76 in W 2.76 in D 1.58 in

Vintage Murano Glass Apple Shaped Paperweight

Located in Glasgow, GB

It's a wonderfully crafted item to secure your precious documents and correspondence, displayed prominently on your desk

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Murano Glass

Jenny Lind Stagecoach Chest, Very Special
Jenny Lind Stagecoach Chest, Very Special

Jenny Lind Stagecoach Chest, Very Special

Located in Los Angeles, CA

It is complete with secretary desk, compartments for correspondence, secret ones for the most personal and for other valuables.

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Antique 19th Century American Trunks and Luggage

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1938 Francois Kollar Photograph of the Desk of Countess Jean de Polignac
1938 Francois Kollar Photograph of the Desk of Countess Jean de Polignac

1938 Francois Kollar Photograph of the Desk of Countess Jean de Polignac

By Francois Kollar

Located in New York, NY

This photograph shows her desk heaped with correspondence, an antique white porcelain lamp, and a drawing by Christian Berard, who painted the murals in her Louis Sue-designed dining...

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Vintage 1930s French Modern Photography

Inlayed Small Flip top Desk
Inlayed Small Flip top Desk

Inlayed Small Flip top Desk

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H 35 in W 31 in D 25 in

Inlayed Small Flip top Desk

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Small Flip Top Correspondence Desk Solid Mahogany with Leather top.

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21st Century and Contemporary Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Oak Compartment Desk
Oak Compartment Desk

Oak Compartment Desk

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H 29.75 in W 36 in D 18 in

Oak Compartment Desk

Located in Hinsdale, IL

Petite oak correspondence desk with flip-out writing surface and compartments for papers and pens

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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

A vintage custom designed acrylic desk and chair C.1978
A vintage custom designed acrylic desk and chair C.1978

A vintage custom designed acrylic desk and chair C.1978

By Swedlow

Located in Palm Springs, CA

The handles are acrylic tube shapes with brass fittings.The rarely available original correspondence is present. The desk was acquired directly from its original owner.

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

Materials

Wood

Antique English George III Oak Drop Front Secretary Bureau Chest Desk
Antique English George III Oak Drop Front Secretary Bureau Chest Desk

Antique English George III Oak Drop Front Secretary Bureau Chest Desk

Located in Houston, TX

Please be sure to use the enlarge and zoom functions offered on our website for each photograph to see the details of this English oak desk. Always designed to keep personal correspo...

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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Original Holtz Dining Table by George Nakashima, 1986
Original Holtz Dining Table by George Nakashima, 1986

Original Holtz Dining Table by George Nakashima, 1986

By George Nakashima

Located in Sylacauga, AL

The same base design was then also being modified for use in his Peace Altar, a shaped, single support previously found only on Nakashima's "Minguren" desks. Correspondence with Davi...

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Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

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$3,173 / set

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Located in Brønshøj, DK

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20th Century Danish Victorian Books

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"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Natural Linen and Wood Feet, Small Size

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By Studio Marta Manente

Located in Centro, RS

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Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design

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Located in London, England

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"Jorge" Bar Cart Modernist Style in Color Painted Steel and wood natural

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Located in Alto da Lapa, SP

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Pair of Regency Style Side Tables

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$4,120 / set

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Located in Westwood, NJ

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Located in Westwood, NJ

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Pair of French 19th Century Mahogany Tray Top Bedside Tables with Two Drawers

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Located in Atlanta, GA

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Organic Modern Table Lamp  Sculptural Parota Wood Base

Organic Modern Table Lamp Sculptural Parota Wood Base

By Isabel Moncada

Located in San Antonio, TX

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$3,990 / item

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Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet
Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet

Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet

Located in Houston, TX

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'Pompeiana' Corner Cabinet by Piero Fornasetti, Italy, 2 of 2 in 1988, Signed

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By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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By R.J. Horner & Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

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Mid Century Modern Style Round Dining Table

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$3,735 / item

H 30 in W 60 in D 60 in

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By Bramble

Located in Westwood, NJ

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Early 20th Century 32-Drawer Cabinet

Early 20th Century 32-Drawer Cabinet

$4,950

H 60 in W 44 in D 28 in

Early 20th Century 32-Drawer Cabinet

Located in Dekalb, IL

Antique oak cabinet with turned, wooden drawer pulls. This rustic piece features 32 drawers of uniform size and exhibits scuffs and abrasions that add to the character of this cabine...

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Bed Tester Spanish Baroque Carved Dark Green & Gilded Leather Superking 6ft180cm

Bed Tester Spanish Baroque Carved Dark Green & Gilded Leather Superking 6ft180cm

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

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Correspondence Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic correspondence desk available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and hardwood, every correspondence desk was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer correspondence desk, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right correspondence desk, those designed in Victorian and Regency styles are of considerable interest.

How Much is a Correspondence Desk?

Prices for a correspondence desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $847 and can go as high as $6,856, while the average can fetch as much as $1,596.