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Danish Modern Rosewood Writing Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood mid-century desk, circa 1960's. Sleek uncluttered design with bookmatched veneer top. Four
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Danish Modern Rosewood Writing Desk
Danish Modern Rosewood Writing Desk
H 29.5 in W 59.5 in D 31.5 in
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Writing Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish desk, circa 1960's. Unique 5 legged design with metal pulls and a bank of drawers
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rose Quartz, Rosewood

Rosewood Writing Desk with Bookshelf, Danish Design
Located in The Hague, NL
Midcentury Danish rosewood desk A good quality Danish rosewood desk having four drawers to the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Severin Hansen 1950s Danish Rosewood Writing Desk
By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Severin Hansen Jr., Severin Hansen
Located in London, GB
Severin Hansen Jnr. - Model 36 Writing Desk This iconic desk waa designed by Severin Hansen Jnr
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Danish Rosewood Writing Desk by Bernhard Pedersen
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Toledo, OH
This beautiful Danish rosewood writing desk is complete with 3 drawers and a barrel top that rolls
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Vintage 1960s Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Jørgen Berg. Danish Writing Desk In Rosewood, 1960-1970
By Jørgen Berg
Located in Kastrup, DK
Jørgen Berg. Danish writing desk in Rio rosewood. Fall-front fitted with a writing slope with brown
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Danish Rosewood Writing Desk in the Manner of Ole Wanscher
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Rosewood Measurements
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Arne Jacobsen Rosewood and Steel Writing Desk FH3605, Danish, Designed 1955
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Arne Jacobsen, FH 3605 writing desk, designed 1955 and made by Fritz Hansen, Denmark, in rosewood
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Rosewood Writing Desk, Erik Riisager Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Denmark, 1950
By Erik Riisager Hansen 1, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rosewood Writing Desk, Erik Riisager Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Denmark, 1950s This rare
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish Cabinetmaker Rosewood Desk, c1950s
Located in London, GB
Danish Cabinetmaker - Writing Desk, c1940s A beautifully made cabinetmaker desk, produced in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Danish Cabinetmaker Rosewood Desk, c1950s
Danish Cabinetmaker Rosewood Desk, c1950s
H 29.53 in W 45.28 in D 25.6 in
Danish Post-War Rosewood Executive Desk
Located in New York, NY
Danish Post-War Design rosewood executive desk with a low gallery on 3 sides and 3 drawers on one
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20th Century Danish Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Executive rosewood writing desk by erik riisager hansen
By Erik Riisager Hansen 1, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Berkeley, CA
This rare Danish modern executive desk was designed by Erik Riisager Hansen for Haslev
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Danish Modern Executive Brazilian Rosewood Desk
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful Danish modern executive rosewood desk designed and manufactured in Denmark, circa 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

1960's Danish Modern Rosewood Desk
By Bodil Kjaer
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1960's Mid-century Modern rosewood desk for sale. It has been professionally refinished
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

1960's Danish Modern Rosewood Desk
1960's Danish Modern Rosewood Desk
H 29 in W 54 in D 24 in
Danish Modern Executive Freestanding Rosewood Desk, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Executive Freestanding Rosewood Desk, 1960s. Elegant and stylish double sided writing
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Jacob Kjær Mid Century Rio Rosewood Writing Desk
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Kastrup, DK
Freestanding Rio rosewood writing desk with beautiful grain designed by Jacob Kjær, Denmark 1950
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Mid-20th Century European Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Midcentury Desk in Rosewood, Danish Modern, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Desk in rosewood designed and made in Denmark in the 1960s. Great condition.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

1960s Danish Modern Rosewood Desk by Ganddal Mobelfabrikk
By Ganddal Mobelfabrik
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Danish modern rosewood writing desk designed and manufactured by Ganddal Mobelfabrikk in Denmark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Midcentury Desk in Rosewood, Made in Denmark 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking desk in rosewood. Designed by and made in Denmark in the 1950s. Nice original
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Danish Modern Floating Rosewood Desk by Dyrlund 1970s
By Dyrlund
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Danish mid-century rosewood desk by Dyrlund circa 1970s. Beautiful rosewood grain covering entire
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood, Wood

Brazilian Rosewood Executive Desk attrib to Arne Vodder /Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Buffalo, NY
Richly grained Brazilian rosewood desk ,,made in Denmark attributed to Arne Vodder, Featuring 6
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Desk by H. Sigh & Son
By H. Sigh & Søns Møbelfabrik AS
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood mid-century desk by H. Sigh & Son, circa 1960's. Stunning bookmatched veneer top surface
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Bernhardt Pedersen Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Roll Top Desk
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Plainview, NY
A rare Bernhardt Pedersen & Son Danish Mid Century Modern roll top writing desk crafted from
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Freestanding Desk Of Danish Design In Rosewood By Bjerringbro Furniture
By Bjerringbro Kontormøbler
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding desk of Danish design made of rosewood with drawers and shelves from around the 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Scandinavian Rosewood Desk by Nanna Ditzel Søren Willardsen, Denmark, 1960s
By Nanna Ditzel, Søren Willadsen
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Rosewood desk with three drawers by Nanna Ditzel. The desk has a particularly beautiful grain. The
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

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

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Hardwood

Large Rosewood Executive Desk on Metal Base Denmark 1960's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful large Danish modern executive desk with metal base made probably around the late 1960's
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Floating Desk by Gunnar Falsig
By Gunnar Falsig
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful scandinavian modern rosewood desk by Gunnar Falsig Mobelfabrik, Denmark, 1960's
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Mid Century Danish Modern Roll Top Desk or Dresser in Rosewood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A writing desk and cabinet from Denmark circa 1960's. It features beautifully grained rosewood with
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Desk in Rosewood and Legs in Metal, of Danish Design, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Desk in rosewood and legs in metal, of Danish design from the 1960s. The table is in great vintage
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Floating Desk Fm50 by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a sought after Scandinavian Modern executive floating desk Model FM60 in rosewood designed
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Executive Teak Writing Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in London, GB
Executive Writing desk in Teak wood by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Model 509, 1960s This right angle
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Mid-20th Century Danish Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Midcentury Desk in Rosewood and Stool in Patinated Leather, Danish Modern, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Desk and stool in rosewood designed and made in Denmark in the 1960s. Great condition.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Nanna Ditzel Desk Rio Rosewood Søren Willadsen 1958 Denmark Danish Modern Cites
By Nanna Ditzel, Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik
Located in Munster, NRW
This elegant design by Nanna & Jørgen Ditzel by Søren Willadsen serves as a desk, a writing table
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Danish Modern Teak Peter Lovig Nielsen Flip-Top Writing Desk, 1975
Located in Shippensburg, PA
DANISH MODERN PETER LØVIG NIELSEN TEAKWOOD FLIP-TOP WRITING DESK With Lovig Dansk brand to
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Midcentury Minimalist Rosewood 2-Drawer Desk w/ Pop Up Organizer Made in Denmark
By Georg Petersens, Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Danish desk or vanity table featuring highly figured rosewood on a rectangular form with
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Rosewood Executive Desk for Nipu
By Marius Byrialsen, Nipu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning rosewood executive desk by Marius Byrialsen for Nipu, c.1960s, Denmark. The desk
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

Rosewood Executive Desk for Nipu
Rosewood Executive Desk for Nipu
H 28 in W 78.75 in D 39.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Danish Rosewood Free Standing Desk by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fantastic midcentury rosewood desk. Designed by Arne Wahl Iversen. Free standing with bookcase at
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Danish Modern Rosewood L-Shaped Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen
By H.P. Hansen, Arne Vodder
Located in North Hollywood, CA
stunning Danish modern rosewood L-shaped desk designed by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen in Denmark in the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Rosewood desk by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Desk in rosewood with black lacquered drawers, chromed steel legs and solid rosewood shoes. Arne
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Rosewood desk by Arne Jacobsen
Rosewood desk by Arne Jacobsen
H 27.56 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in
Rosewood Desk by Severin Hansen Jr.
By Severin Hansen Jr.
Located in Chicago, IL
Rosewood desk by Severin Hansen Jr. Desk features five drawers each with a fixed key. Made by
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20th Century Danish Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Rosewood Desk by Severin Hansen Jr.
Rosewood Desk by Severin Hansen Jr.
H 30 in W 57 in D 29.5 in
Dyrlund Rosewood Desk from Svend Dyrlund
By Drylund
Located in Pasadena, TX
Rosewood desk from Svend Dyrlund 1970s. A Mid-Century Modern Santos rosewood desk with panel
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Rosewood "Diplomat" Desk by Finn Juhl
By France & Daverkosen, Finn Juhl
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish desk by Finn Juhl for France & Son, circa 1960's. The "Diplomat" desk provides an
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Rosewood "Diplomat" Desk by Finn Juhl
Rosewood "Diplomat" Desk by Finn Juhl
H 31.5 in W 67 in D 33.5 in
Scandinavian Modern Gunni Omann Rosewood Desk
By Gunni Omann
Located in Uccle, BE
from Omann Jun's Moebelfabrik A/S. Desk model 77 made of Rosewood. CITES permit available. There are 2
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Scandinavian Modern Gunni Omann Rosewood Desk
Scandinavian Modern Gunni Omann Rosewood Desk
H 28.35 in W 61.42 in D 31.5 in
4-Drawer Bodil Kjaer Desk for E. Pedersen & Son of Denmark in Brazilian Rosewood
By E. Pedersen & Søn, Bodil Kjaer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We present a very nice example of the 4-Drawer Bodil Kjaer Desk for E. Pedersen & Son, finished in
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Danish Mid Century Modern Boat Shape Drop Leaf Rosewood Desk Two Drawers MINT!
By Harvey Probber, John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Boat Shape Drop Leaf Rosewood Desk Two Drawers MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Desk, Severin Hansen, Rosewood, Haslev Møbelfabrik, 1960
By Severin Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding desk, designed by Severin Hansen in rosewood manufactured at Haslev Møbelfabrik from
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Dyrlund Santos Rosewood Executive Desk with Metal Legs
By Dyrlund
Located in Oakland, CA
1970's Santos rosewood executive desk by Dyrlund, Denmark. Large working surface of rosewood with
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

60s Mid Century Danish Teak Rosewood Arne Vodder Exec. Desk w/ Bookshelf drawers
By Arne Vodder
Located in Madison, WI
Very nice original 1960's Arne Vodder Executive teak rosewood desk with a built in bookshelf on the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Midcentury Desk in Rosewood Designed by Frits Heningsen, 1950s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding desk in rosewood with three drawers, designed and made by cabinetmaker Frits
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Kai Kristiansen Sled Leg Rosewood Desk c1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen Model 30 Desk This iconic desk from Danish master Kai Kristiansen features elegant
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Sled Leg Rosewood Desk c1960s
Kai Kristiansen Sled Leg Rosewood Desk c1960s
H 28.75 in W 67.72 in D 33.47 in
Mid Century Gunnar Falsig Rosewood Desk for Falsigs Mobelfabrik
By Gunnar Falsig
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Midcentury rosewood desk, expertly crafted by Gunnar Falsig for Falsigs Møbelfabrik. The desk is a
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Freestanding Desk in Rosewood by Erik Riisager Hansen, 1950’s
By Erik Riisager Hansen 1
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Freestanding Desk in Rosewood by Erik Riisager Hansen, 1950’s Additional Information: Material
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Danish Mid-Century Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage writing desk made in Denmark features three drawers and plenty of small storage
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Desk
Danish Mid-Century Desk
H 34 in W 50 in D 27.5 in
Scandinavian Modern Desk by Kurt Olsen, Denmark, 1950s
By A. Andersen and Bohm, Kurt Olsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant rosewood desk by Kurt Olsen, in a neat size. Sleek, sophisticated lines with rounded angles
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Bodil Kjaer Rosewood Desk with Cabinet for E. Pedersen & Son
By Bodil Kjaer, E. Pedersen & Søn, Jason Møbler
Located in New York, NY
Bodil Kjaer rosewood desk with cabinet for E. Pedersen & Son and Jason Mobler Denmark. The desk
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Rare desk in rosewood (model NV-50) by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Copenhagen, DK
NV 50 - Desk in rosewood on round, tapered legs. Front with drawer module with three drawers
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Rare desk in rosewood (model NV-50) by Finn Juhl
Rare desk in rosewood (model NV-50) by Finn Juhl
H 28.35 in W 79.14 in D 38.19 in
Freestanding Midcentury Desk in Rosewood, Designed by Ejgil Petersen, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking freestanding desk in rosewood, designed and made by Ejgil Petersen, Denmark in 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Freestanding Midcentury Desk in Rosewood, Designed by Ejgil Petersen, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking freestanding desk in rosewood, designed and made by Ejgil Petersen, Denmark in 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Desk Made In Rosewood By Omann Jun. Furniture Factory From 1960s
By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
This desk is a nice example of Danish design from the 1960s, created by Omann Junior Møbelfabrik
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

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Danish Writing Desk Rosewood For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of Danish writing desk rosewood for your home. Frequently made of wood, rosewood and metal, every item from our selection of Danish writing desk rosewood was constructed with great care. Find 1099 options for an antique or vintage choice in our collection of Danish writing desk rosewood now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect object in our assortment of Danish writing desk rosewood — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each option in this array of Danish writing desk rosewood bearing Scandinavian Modern, mid-century modern or modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made piece of Danish writing desk rosewood over the years, but those crafted by Arne Vodder, Kai Kristiansen and Arne Wahl Iversen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Danish Writing Desk Rosewood?

A piece of Danish writing desk rosewood can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,150, while the lowest priced sells for $450 and the highest can go for as much as $100,000.

Finding the Right desks-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.