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Italian Empire Revival Circular Desk
Located in New York, NY
Northern Italian Empire Revival circular correspondence or secretary's desk with diminutive
Category

20th Century Empire Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Birch, Burl

Danish Vintage Walnut Desk by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
An absolutely spectacular Danish vintage walnut desk by Kai Kristiansen. This is the model 54 desk
Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Danish Vintage Walnut Desk by Kai Kristiansen
Danish Vintage Walnut Desk by Kai Kristiansen
H 29.93 in W 55.91 in D 29.14 in
Kidney Desk Model 54 by Feldballes Møbelfabrik 1950s
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Handewitt, DE
Freestanding teak kidney desk, model no.54 by Feldballes Møbelfabrik Denmark. Produced in 1950s in
Category

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

Materials

Teak

Brights of Nettlebed, Stunning Double Side Pedestal Desk
By Brights of Nettlebed
Located in Crawley, GB
bookshelves. Condition is fair , some repairs on the top , please check pictures ! However the desk is an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Art Deco Cerused Oak Curved Desk Attributed to Jules Leleu
By Gio Ponti, Charles Dudouyt, Jules Leleu, André Arbus, Francisque Chaleyssin
Located in Houston, TX
limed oak desk has beautiful bronze hardware and sabots with bookshelves on the front side. This French
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

1950's Fully Restored Teak Executive Writing Desk from Feldballes Møbelfabrik
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
teak writing desk from the 1950s designed with soft curved lines, bookshelves on the backside, an
Category

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

Materials

Teak

19th Century Swedish Off-White Painted Desk with Carved Reeded Drawer
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish off-white, light grey painted writing desk from the 19th century with three-quarter
Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Early Dunbar Leather Curved Desk and Chair by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
desk with built in bookshelves. The drawers are hinged and swing open. The original mohair covered
Category

Vintage 1940s Desks

Materials

Leather

A Superior English Regency Period Davenport Desk in Figured Mahogany, Circa 1830
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
either side by twin draw-out bookshelves, the right side featuring a small retractable drawer fitted for
Category

Antique 1830s English Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Danish rosewood desk, 1960s
Located in Braga, Braga
Mid century rosewood desk. Denmark in the 1960s. Desk features three drawers on each side and one
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Danish rosewood desk, 1960s
Danish rosewood desk, 1960s
H 29.53 in W 55.12 in D 28.35 in
English Mahogany Ship's Desk
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mahogany ship's desk with inset black leather sloped writing surface, opening to reveal a fitted
Category

Antique 19th Century English Desks

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

English Mahogany Ship's Desk
English Mahogany Ship's Desk
H 32.5 in W 39.5 in D 18.5 in
Danish Rosewood Desk, Danish design, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Rosewood desk made in Denmark in the 1960s. Desk in very good condition - after wood renovation
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Rosewood Desk, Danish design, 1960s
Danish Rosewood Desk, Danish design, 1960s
H 28.75 in W 61.03 in D 29.53 in
Vintage Mid Century GF Davis Allen Oak Desk with Stainless Legs and Trim
By Davis Allen
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Oak and Stainless Desk Designed by Davis Allen and from the Davis Allen Collection
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Oak

Gillows, 19th Century Walnut Kidney Shaped Desk
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality 'Gillows' kidney shaped figured Walnut pedestal desk, having inset tooled leather
Category

Antique 19th Century English Desks

Materials

Walnut

Gillows, 19th Century Walnut Kidney Shaped Desk
Gillows, 19th Century Walnut Kidney Shaped Desk
H 29.53 in W 51.97 in D 23.63 in
Pedestal Desk in the Manner of Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
cupboards and bookshelves; dismantles into several sections. The desk has plenty of room in the kneehole and
Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Kai Kristiansen Model EP 401 Rosewood Executive Desk for Feldballes
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Norwalk, CT
Sleek, elegant, and powerful, the EP 401 desk by Kai Kristiansen is a timeless piece of Danish Mid
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Aluminum

Mahogany Chippendale Style Block Front Secretary Desk with Bookcase Top
Located in Milford, NH
bookshelves, and flanked by reeded corner pilasters, over a lower case with slant front desk top, opening to a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Chippendale Desks

Materials

Brass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk with Shelves, Style of Ico Parisi
By Ico Parisi
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century Modern glass top desk with rosewood veneered cabinetry in the iconic Italian styling of
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Rorimer Brooks Art Deco Moderne lacquered bookcase Writing desk with chair
Located in Ferndale, MI
drawer over kneehole . Attractive from any angle Asymmetric form of the desk allows for bookshelves in
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Desks

Materials

Wood

Fine Pair of Fully Restored Unique Antique Davenport Side Table Bookcases Desks
Located in GB
, Walnut & Brown leather Daveport desk side table bookcases These are the only pair of Daveports I have
Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Desks

Materials

Leather, Walnut

1960s Modular MCM Walnut Wall Unit with Drop Down Desk Bookshelves- 5 Pieces
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Madison, WI
pieces: The two wall hanging pieces each add their own features-- One features a drop down desk, and the
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Vintage Polished Brass Duck Head Bookends, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
bookends in polished brass. These will be an elegant addition for your desk or bookshelves.
Category

20th Century American More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

1880 Document Boxes
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
bookshelves throughout the world. This set of three document boxes is a prime example of the craftsmanship of
Category

Antique 1880s Italian Edwardian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Paper, Wood

1880 Document Boxes
1880 Document Boxes
H 10.5 in W 4.5 in D 15 in
Early 20th Century Italian Document Boxes
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
documents or hidden treasures in offices and banks and frequently made appearances on bookshelves throughout
Category

20th Century Italian Edwardian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood, Paper

Early 20th Century Document Boxes
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
documents or hidden treasures in offices and banks and frequently made appearances on bookshelves throughout
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Edwardian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Paper, Wood

Early 20th Century Document Boxes
Early 20th Century Document Boxes
H 11 in W 3.5 in D 15 in
Tall Vintage Bookshelves With Drop Front Cabinet & Drawers
By Drexel
Located in Trenton, NJ
of their own. This Pair of Tall Mid-Century Modern style Bookshelves offer the perfect blend of
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Johannes Sorth Secretary Bookcase Desk
Located in Southampton, NJ
having three adjustable bookshelves to the tapered top with pull out pocket desk & three drawers. All
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires

Materials

Rosewood

Johannes Sorth Secretary Bookcase Desk
Johannes Sorth Secretary Bookcase Desk
H 79.75 in W 39.5 in D 17 in
Art Deco Style His Modular Walk-In Closet Night System Made with Wood and Bronze
Located in Seroa, PT
x 50 x H36 cm Mate ebony makassar compound wood veneer (SCF-18) Desk - 120 x 50 x H5 cm Mate
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Modular Wall Unit in rosewood by Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark, 1960s
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Ranst, VAN
storage cabinet, two display cabinets, one desk shelf and eight bookshelves. Always adaptable and further
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Wall Unit by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro with Die Cut Magazine Shelve
By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
Vintage industrial wall system / bookshelves, designed by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, Holland
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Antique Carved Oak 3 Door Breakfront Bookcase, Display, Scotland 1910, H1032
Located in Vancouver, BC
finish Has two tiers of glass fronted bookshelves on top Slant front desk underneath that opens to reveal
Category

Vintage 1910s Scottish Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Sterling Silver Vase
By Quaker Silver Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
that don’t need a huge arrangement but rather a smaller one: powder rooms , end tables, desk or
Category

Vintage 1940s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Vase
Sterling Silver Vase
H 8 in Dm 3 in
18th Century, French Louis XVI Wood Sideboard by Conrad Mauter
By Conrad Mauter
Located in IT
. Specializing in salon tables, guéridons and gaming tables, he also left drawers, secretaries, desks, bonheurs
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Rosewood

Polished Brass Stylized Pelican Sculpture on Marble Base
Located in Miami, FL
desk or on bookshelves.   
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pair of English Turn of the Century Metal Bookends Depicting Prancing Horses
Located in Atlanta, GA
any desks or bookshelves.
Category

Early 20th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Designer's Homes Dolores Guinness the daughter of Gloria Guinness wears Red Dior
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
bookshelves. She has one hand on a book from the library. Her other hand is resting on a desk with a table
Category

1950s Modern Color Photography

Materials

Giclée

Designer's Homes Dolores Guinness the daughter of Gloria Guinness wears Red Dior
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
bookshelves. She has one hand on a book from the library. Her other hand is resting on a desk with a table
Category

1950s Modern Color Photography

Materials

Giclée

Designer's Homes Dolores Guinness the daughter of Gloria Guinness wears Red Dior
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
bookshelves. She has one hand on a book from the library. Her other hand is resting on a desk with a table
Category

1950s Modern Color Photography

Materials

Giclée

Designer's Homes Dolores Guinness the daughter of Gloria Guinness wears Red Dior
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
bookshelves. She has one hand on a book from the library. Her other hand is resting on a desk with a table
Category

1950s Modern Color Photography

Materials

Giclée

Designer's Homes Dolores Guinness the daughter of Gloria Guinness wears Red Dior
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
bookshelves. She has one hand on a book from the library. Her other hand is resting on a desk with a table
Category

1950s Modern Color Photography

Materials

Giclée

Gunni Omann for Omann Junior Rosewood Desk #77
By Gunni Omann
Located in Near Matlock, Derbyshire, GB
- Rosewood model 77 desk designed by Gunni Omann for Omann Junior, Denmark, 1960s. - six drawers
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Gunni Omann for Omann Junior Rosewood Desk #77
Gunni Omann for Omann Junior Rosewood Desk #77
H 28.75 in W 60.24 in D 31.5 in
Midcentury Danish Rosewood Desk from AP Mobler, 1960s
By Svenstrup Ap Mobler
Located in Nyborg, DK
Rosewood desk designed by J. Svenstrup for A.P. Møbler, Denmark in the 1960s. Desk features six
Category

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

Materials

Rosewood

Leather Topped Charak Modern Ebonized Desk Attributed to Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger, Charak Furniture Company
Located in Stamford, CT
pulls. Finished on all sides, obverse of desk having open bookshelves with adjustable shelving.
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Danish Model 75 Executive Teak Desk by Gunni Omann, 1960s
By Gunni Omann
Located in Nyborg, DK
Mid-Century Modern, model 75 executive desk dating from the 1960s. The refinished vintage desk
Category

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

Materials

Teak

One Off Custom Desk and Vintage Hi-Fi Entertainment Unit by Samson Berman
By Samson Berman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One Off Custom Desk with Original Stereo and Turn Table Designed by 1950s New York Based Interior
Category

Vintage 1960s American Desks

Materials

Rosewood, Birch

Modular 5600 Series Desk / Bookcase by Andre Cordemeijer for Gispen
By A.R. Cordemeijer
Located in New York, NY
Modular bookcase / desk wall unit in painted steel from the 5600 series designed Andre Cordemeijer
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks

Rare Large 'Birka' Desk for NK by Axel Einar Hjorth
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Large 'BIRKA' two-sided Desk by Axel-Einar Hjorth for NK, Nordiska Kompaniet. The desk
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Desks

Materials

Brass

Small Proportioned Arts & Crafts Oak Bureau
Located in Buckinghamshire, GB
open bookshelves raised on a shaped plinth.
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Desks and Writing Tables

Small Proportioned Arts & Crafts Oak Bureau
Small Proportioned Arts & Crafts Oak Bureau
H 49.81 in W 25.2 in D 14.57 in
1950s Louvre Classical Greek 'Double Bull' Bookends on Marble Pedestal
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
the Louvre. Can be used as bookends or sculpture. Make a very handsome addition to your desk
Category

Mid-20th Century Classical Greek Sculptures

Materials

Cast Stone, Composition, Marble

Arne Vodder Teak Executive Desk, 1960s, Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Nyborg, DK
Executive desk in teak designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast in the 1960s. Arne Vodder was one of the
Category

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

Materials

Teak

Arne Vodder Teak Executive Desk, 1960s, Denmark
Arne Vodder Teak Executive Desk, 1960s, Denmark
H 29.53 in W 59.06 in D 29.93 in
Midcentury Campaign Style Dresser, Desk and Bookshelves Unit 3-Piece Set
Located in West Hartford, CT
Campaign style 3-peice set includes a six-drawer dresser, a desk with faux bamboo and a bookshelf
Category

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

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Wood

Danish Writing Desk Teak with Drawers and Bookshelves, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This elegant designed in Denmark serves as a desk, a writing table, library table, or even a
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Maitland Smith Leather Top Executive Desk with Faux Books and Bookshelves Ends
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This beautiful Maitland Smith desk features a gorgeous yellow ochre leather top and faux books at
Category

1990s Philippine Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Oscar Desk-Bookshelves by Didier Rozaffy, France circa 1950
By Didier Rozaffy
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Library-desk dating from the 1950s, by Didier Rozaffy for the French manufacturing company Oscar
Category

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

Materials

Glass, Wood

Flat Top Three-Part Mahogany Campaign Desk with Bookshelves
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A vintage, English mahogany three-piece Campaign style desk, featuring bookshelves on the reverse
Category

Mid-20th Century English Campaign Desks

Huge 14 Drawers and 2 Bookshelves Twin Pedestal Double Sided Partner Desk
Located in GB
pedestal partner desk This desk is large and in charge, its naturally designed for two “Partners” to
Category

20th Century English Modern Desks

Materials

Oak

Rare Kneehole Desk with Bookshelves by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Danville, CA
Rare Mahogany Desk with Book Shelves by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Please browse our entire
Category

Vintage 1950s American Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Arts & Crafts Stickley Bros. Mission Oak Desk with Bookshelves, c1910
By Stickley Brothers
Located in Big Flats, NY
An Arts and Crafts Mission desk by Sickley Brothers offers quarter sawn oak construction with
Category

20th Century Arts and Crafts Desks

Materials

Oak

Stunning & Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany & Leather Desk w Bookshelves
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Hudson, NY
Expertly restored mahogany desk designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Stamp present on underside
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Desk by Torben Valeur and Henning Jensen
By Henning Jensen & Torben Valeur
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
, double sided with drawers each side and open bookshelves to the rear. The desk is made from Pao Ferr0, or
Category

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

Materials

Hardwood

Desk by Torben Valeur and Henning Jensen
Desk by Torben Valeur and Henning Jensen
H 27.96 in W 61.03 in D 29.53 in
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Desk And Bookshelves For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of desk and bookshelves for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique desk and bookshelves was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. There are 184 antique and vintage desk and bookshelves for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Desk and bookshelves have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Desk and bookshelves bearing mid-century modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made desk and bookshelves over the years, but those made by Gunni Omann, Kai Kristiansen and Omann Jun Møbelfabrik are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Desk And Bookshelves?

Prices for desk and bookshelves start at $250 and top out at $38,500 with the average selling for $3,250.
Questions About Desk And Bookshelves
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Bookshelves should typically be 10 to 12 inches deep.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    How long bookshelves can be without sagging depends on the overall strength of the materials and the quality of the craftsmanship. However, most manufacturers make bookshelves up to 30 to 36 inches in length. Shop an assortment of bookcases on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A Murphy desk is a wall-mounted desk that folds out to provide a work surface for a laptop, tablet, documents, and other items. It is a great solution if you have a little space or don't require a full desk every day. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murphy desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A captain’s desk is a type of desk that you stand at rather than sit in front of. It usually has an angled desktop and decorative molding. Captain Josiah Davenport commissioned the British furniture maker Gillows of Lancaster to design the first one in the late 18th century. Sometimes, people refer to the furnishing as a Davenport desk in his honor. Shop a variety of captain’s desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A person of average height should have a desk that is 28 to 30 inches high.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    A kidney desk is a desk that has a curvy top that is similar in shape to a human kidney. Many kidney desks are very ornate, showing off details like vellum-lined tabletops and parquetry inlay. Shop a selection of kidney desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To date a desk, first look for any stamps or labels that tell you the name of the company that produced it. You can then use the maker information to research the piece using trusted online resources. In some cases, you may even find a manufacturing date on the piece. If you have difficulty determining how old a piece is, seek help from a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A console desk is a high, narrow table called a console table that can double as a desk. It is often used by people who work from home in a communal space, such as a hallway or a living room, as a workspace. Some console tables feature built-in storage, like drawers or shelves. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of console tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A peninsula desk is a two-sided desk, with each side designed with one long drawer. This functional desk makes working with a partner easy. You can shop a collection of peninsula desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A hutch is a set of cabinets or shelves placed on top of a desk. Hutches can also be found on counters, drawers, and even cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A captain’s desk is sometimes referred to as Davenport desk. It is a small desk with an inclined desktop that can be lifted to access large storage space. It has smaller spaces in the form of small drawers and pigeonholes on the sides. This desk owes its name to Captain Josiah Davenport (1771–1836) who was the first to commission the design. Find a collection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A tanker desk is a type of desk made of a simple rectangular working surface that rests on two pedestals. A tanker desk can also take the form of a large surface that rests on a pair of small cabinets consisting of drawers of multiple sizes. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tanker desks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A skinny desk is sometimes called a writing desk. The name comes from the fact that the smaller desktop provides enough space for writing but doesn’t offer much extra room for storage or a computer. Shop a range of writing desks on 1stDibs.