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Miterz Modern Writing Desk by Cauv Design Powder Coated Steel and Black Walnut
By Joseph Cauvel of CAUV Design
Located in North Branch, NY
A modern and clean twist on the traditional writing desk. The "MiterZ" writing desk by Cauv Design
Category

2010s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Bavero Breccia Imperiale Marble-Effect & Oak Writing Desk
By Morica Design
Located in Milan, IT
Brimming with exclusivity, this writing/vanity desk is an exercise in superb finishes also borrowed
Category

2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood, Oak

Roll Contemporary Desk in Metal and Wood
By Secolo, Artefatto Design Studio
Located in London, GB
Writing desk by day and vanity table by night; roll desk 02 is a minimal piece with four metal legs
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Roll Contemporary Desk in Metal and Wood
Roll Contemporary Desk in Metal and Wood
H 68.9 in W 19.69 in D 40.95 in
Nakamura Contemporary Desk in Metal and Leather
By Secolo, Artefatto Design Studio
Located in London, GB
The Nakamura desk is an exploration of the possibilities and precision of expert leather-working
Category

2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Nakamura Contemporary Desk in Metal and Leather
By Secolo, Artefatto Design Studio
Located in London, GB
The Nakamura desk is an exploration of the possibilities and precision of expert leather-working
Category

2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Bespoke Executive Metal Desk, Lacquered Metal, Industrial Design, Germany, 2018
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Executive metal desk in classical industrial design style. The timeless essential form with two
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2010s German Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Scandinavian Ergonomic Design Writing Desk and Stool, Stokke, 1980's
By Stokke
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Scandinavian ergonomic design writing desk with pivoting stool, made by Stokke, Norway 1980
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Vintage 1980s Norwegian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Industrial Design Executive Metal Desk in Lacquered Metal, Germany, 2018
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Executive metal desk in classical industrial design style. The timeless essential form with two
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2010s German Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Postmodern Memphis Design Interlubke Writing Desk, Home Office, Germany 1980s
By Interlübke
Located in Zagreb, HR
wood and metal. the design of the desk has basic features typical for the Memphis style...geometric and
Category

Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Industrial Design Executive Metal Desk, Customizable, Germany, 2018
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Industrial design executive metal desk, customizable, Germany, 2018.
Category

2010s German Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Industrial Design Metal Desk in Painted and Chromed Metal and Aluminium, Bespoke
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Industrial design metal desk, lacquered and chromed metal and aluminium, made to measure.
Category

2010s German Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Metal

Industrial Design Metal Desk with Rolling Cart in Lacquered Metal, Germany, 2019
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Executive metal desk in classical industrial design style. The timeless essential form of the desk
Category

2010s German Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Galvanized Writing Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unique writing desk is a rare find. The galvanized metal surface adds an industrial edge to a
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Antique 19th Century American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Galvanized Writing Desk
Galvanized Writing Desk
H 29 in W 28.5 in D 48 in
Desk With Drawers In Zebrano And Metal Legs, Contemporary Design
Located in London, GB
front. Gun metal finish metal legs. As with all our furniture, this desk is made to order and is
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2010s British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Executive Waterfall Metal Desk in Art Deco, Streamline Design, Germany, 2015
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Executive waterfall metal desk in Art Deco, Streamline Design, Germany, 2015.
Category

2010s German Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Modern Black Lacquered Writing Desk
Located in North York, ON
desk. With its clean and minimalist design, this desk exudes a sleek and contemporary vibe that will
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2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Modern Black Lacquered Writing Desk
Modern Black Lacquered Writing Desk
H 30.25 in W 72.75 in D 30 in
Executive Waterfall Metal Desk in Art Deco - Streamline Design, Germany, 2015
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Executive waterfall metal desk in Art Deco - Streamline Design. High quality Metal construction
Category

2010s German Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Ligne Roset Hyannis Port Writing Desk & File Cabinet design by Eric Jourdin
By Ligne Roset, Eric Jourdan
Located in Southampton, NJ
File cabinet dimensions: 19.5"W 19"D 21.25"H Ligne Roset Hyannis Port Collection of desk and filing
Category

2010s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Constantine Oak and Metal Writing Desk, Bronze Age Collection by Mark Zeff
By Mark Zeff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Constantine writing desk from Blackbarn bronze age collection by Mark Zeff, oak stand with metal
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Monique Writing Desk by Dom Edizioni
By Dom Edizioni
Located in Milan, IT
Masterfully handcrafted by expert artisans, this desk combines luxurious materials with a
Category

2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Monique Writing Desk by Dom Edizioni
Monique Writing Desk by Dom Edizioni
H 30.71 in W 71.66 in D 27.56 in
Vintage Drexel "Composite" Series Writing Desk
By Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern writing desk combining sturdy quality with great design. Manufactured by Drexel
Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

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
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Dante Writing Desk by Daytona
By Daytona
Located in Milan, IT
Refined elegance and a classic design characterize the Dante Writing Desk. With a structure in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Dante Writing Desk by Daytona
Dante Writing Desk by Daytona
H 34.65 in W 51.19 in D 21.66 in
Keys Desk by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Keys Desk by Phase Design Dimensions: D 55.9 x W 127 x H 73.7 cm. Materials: Spandrel glass top
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2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Keys Desk by Phase Design
Keys Desk by Phase Design
H 29.02 in W 50.01 in D 22.01 in
Italian Design Desk 1970
Located in Nice, FR
Beech desk, Italian design from the 60s/70s. Structure in black metal, front with three drawers
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Beech

Italian Design Desk 1970
Italian Design Desk 1970
H 29.53 in W 46.07 in D 24.41 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

Materials

Rose Quartz, Rosewood

Contemporary Art Deco Design Office Desk In White Marble and Gold Metal Details
By Hommes Studio
Located in Porto, PT
your home office design to another level with this marble and gold metal details desk. Materials
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Modern Curved Black Leather Writing Desk by Nancy Corzine Fusion Desk
By Nancy Corzine
Located in North York, ON
Modern curved black leather writing desk by Nancy Corzine Fusion Desk. Original Nancy Corzine
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Memphis desk Sophia design Aldo Cibic 1985
By Memphis Milano, Aldo Cibic
Located in Parma, IT
Sophia desk design Aldo Cibic for Memphis Milano 1985. In solid wood, briar and laminate with metal
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Memphis desk Sophia design Aldo Cibic 1985
Memphis desk Sophia design Aldo Cibic 1985
H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 35.44 in
Bent Desk by Gentner Design
By Christopher Gentner
Located in Geneve, CH
Bent desk by Gentner Design Dimensions: D 147 x W 63.5 x H 76 cm Materials: bronze, walnut wood
Category

2010s American Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Bent Desk by Gentner Design
Bent Desk by Gentner Design
H 29.93 in W 25.01 in D 57.88 in
Modern Walnut and Black High Gloss Writing Desk
Located in North York, ON
Modern walnut and black high gloss writing desk. Beautiful walnut wood grains finished in a high
Category

2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Arflex Sigmund Writing Desk in White Carrara Top with Metal Base by Studio Asai
By Arflex
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Arflex Sigmund Writing Desk in White Carrara Top with Metal Base by Studio Asai. To remain faithful
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble

Warren Platner Writing Desk with Black Leather Top
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, writing desk, leather, metal, oak, United States, design 1973 This heavy
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Modern Metal Leather Top Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern Metal Leather top desk, featuring a digitally carved, traditional woven cane design. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Modern Metal Leather Top Desk
Modern Metal Leather Top Desk
H 29 in W 60 in D 24 in
Apollo Contemporary Desk in Marble and Wood
By Secolo, Artefatto Design Studio
Located in London, GB
of different wood, metal, upholstery and stone options. Dimension: 120 x 40 x 125 cm H Desk
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Apollo Contemporary Desk in Marble and Wood
Apollo Contemporary Desk in Marble and Wood
H 49.22 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Confidence of Cloud Writing Desk by Thomas Dariel
Located in Geneve, CH
Confidence of a cloud writing desk by Thomas Dariel Dimensions: D 43 x W 120 x H 147 cm
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2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Freestanding Console - Desk, Reception Writing Table in Bright Yellow
By Spinzi
Located in Milano, IT
Contemporary console with integrated writing desk and matching stool, from the Silös collection by
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Wittmann Paraside Bird Desk Designed by Luca Nichetto
By Luca Nichetto, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
The asymmetrical desk of the PARADISE BIRD collection by Luca Nichetto invites for interaction with
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2010s Austrian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Antique French Ormolu Mounted Escritoire Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique French writing table, also known as an escritoire. This dates from around the
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Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Mid-Century Modern Inspired 2-Tone Walnut Writing Desk
Located in North York, ON
Mid-Century Modern Inspired 2-Tone Walnut writing desk. Beautiful walnut wood grains finished in a
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Czechoslovak Midcentury Chrome and Formica Writing Desk, 1950s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Midcentury writing desk with three plastic drawer. It has a construction of chrome pipes and a
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Gio Ponti Writing desk Vetrocoke furnitures, tempered glass wood, 1939
By Gio Ponti
Located in Milan, IT
This elegant small desk is made of toughened glass panes joined by brass and metal junctions and
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Vintage 1930s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

'Terni' Executive Desk Designed by Ico Parisi
By Ico Parisi
Located in New York, NY
'Terni' desk designed by Ico Parisi, Italy, MIM, 1958. Desk with aluminum detail, drawer unit with
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

'Terni' Executive Desk Designed by Ico Parisi
'Terni' Executive Desk Designed by Ico Parisi
H 28.25 in W 70.75 in D 35.25 in
Egon Eiermann High Writing Desk Produced by Gustav Veith, 1968
By Egon Eiermann
Located in Köln, NRW
the art and design market! The standing desk is a unique furniture design that, beyond its
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century German Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Dutch Design Desk, Netherlands, 1960's
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dutch Design Desk, made in the Netherlands 1960's. In the style of
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Rare Rundform Series Berlin Writing Desk by Mauser Werke 1940s
By Mauser Werke
Located in Aachen, NW
This rare and impressive Berlin executive desk from the Rundform series was designed in the 40s and
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Vintage 1940s German Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

L-Shaped Desk by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, 1970
By Mariani Interior Design, Guido Faleschini
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A beautiful executive desk designed by Guido Faleschini, manufactured by Mariani in Italy around
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Vintage 1970s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Knurly Desk Designed by Lotti Gostic Studio
Located in Volčji Potok, SI
treatment of metal knobs called knurling. Pushing the process to its limits reveals a new perception of
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2010s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Knurly Desk Designed by Lotti Gostic Studio
Knurly Desk Designed by Lotti Gostic Studio
H 30.32 in W 70.87 in D 23.63 in
Karl Springer Ming Writing Desk/Console in Embossed Crocodile 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully crafted Ming Writing Desk/Console in lacquered embossed crocodile leather with 3
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Italian rationalist wood and aluminium metal desk
Located in Milano, IT
desk, one cannot help but be captivated by the quintessence of Italian rationalist design. It proudly
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Burl Wood Flip Down Writing Desk
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Boho writing desk. A gorgeous Burl wood flip down design. Beautiful hand carved
Category

Mid-20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables Rectangular Console in Smooth Copper
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
. Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables Rectangular Console in Smooth Copper by Alison Spear Size- 72"x 16"x
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2010s American Other Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables Rectangular Console in Smooth Brass
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
. Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables Rectangular Console in Smooth Brass by Alison Spear Size- 72"x 16"x
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2010s American Other Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Art Deco Desks and Writing Console Tables in Copper Fine Hammered
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
. Art Deco Desks and Writing Console Tables in Copper Fine Hammered by Alison Spear for Stephanie
Category

2010s American Other Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Minimal Danish Designed Teak Desk By Peter Hvidt
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Oakland, CA
This Minimal Danish Teak Desk, designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for Soborg
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Müller Desk TB229 in Metal 'Reseda green'
By Müller Möbelfabrikation
Located in Tilburg, NL
Müller Desk TB229 in Metal 'Reseda green'. Germany, current production. Beautiful classic looking
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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writin...

Materials

Metal

Müller Desk TB229 in Metal 'Reseda green'
Müller Desk TB229 in Metal 'Reseda green'
H 30.32 in W 68.9 in D 31.5 in
Fine French Empire Design Oak Twin Pedestal Desk
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sale this beautiful French Empire design gilt metal mounted oak twin
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Early 20th Century British Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Giuseppe Rivadossi Writing Desk in Walnut With Rare Guglielmo Pecorini Chair
By Giuseppe Rivadossi, Officina Rivadossi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, writing desk, walnut, metal, Italy, 1970s Giuseppe Rivadossi
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Adentro Cosimo Desk design Marco Zanuso jr Walnut veneer & white base.
By Marco Zanuso Jr.
Located in PARIS, FR
The Cosimo desk was designed by the architect Marco Zanuso Jr. in 2017 for luxury French furniture
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2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Adentro Cosimo Desk design Marco Zanuso jr Walnut veneer & golden base.
By Marco Zanuso Jr.
Located in PARIS, FR
The Cosimo desk was designed by the architect Marco Zanuso Jr. in 2017 for luxury French furniture
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2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

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Design Metal Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the design metal writing desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and animal skin, every design metal writing desk was constructed with great care. Find 8 options for an antique or vintage design metal writing desk now, or shop our selection of 21 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a design metal writing desk — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right design metal writing desk, those designed in modern, Art Deco and industrial styles are of considerable interest. Artefatto Design Studio, Secolo and Aliprandi Valentino Design each produced at least one beautiful design metal writing desk that is worth considering.

How Much is a Design Metal Writing Desk?

Prices for a design metal writing desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,042 and can go as high as $30,510, while the average can fetch as much as $5,700.

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.