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1960 Retro Pilastro Tomado shelving Grey Metal Desk Unit with Drawer and Shelf
1960 Retro Pilastro Tomado shelving Grey Metal Desk Unit with Drawer and Shelf

1960 Retro Pilastro Tomado shelving Grey Metal Desk Unit with Drawer and Shelf

By Tomado, Tjerk Reijenga

Located in Markington, GB

A stylish 1960s Pilastro Tomado shelving desk unit designed by Tjerk Reijenga for Tomado in Holland. This compact retro desk unit features a grey metal construction with an integrat...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Art Nouveau High Desk / Shelf / Lectern Made of Pine Wood
Art Nouveau High Desk / Shelf / Lectern Made of Pine Wood

Art Nouveau High Desk / Shelf / Lectern Made of Pine Wood

Located in Darmstadt, DE

High lectern / high desk / pine shelf from the Art Nouveau period. The upper shelf can be folded up and there is storage space underneath. In very good restored condition.

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Shelves

Materials

Pine

Lawson-Fenning Ivanhoe Desk, Natural Walnut, Modern Writing Desk w/ Shelves
Lawson-Fenning Ivanhoe Desk, Natural Walnut, Modern Writing Desk w/ Shelves

Lawson-Fenning Ivanhoe Desk, Natural Walnut, Modern Writing Desk w/ Shelves

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Ivanhoe Desk by Lawson-Fenning features a cantilevered base with open display shelves. Available in American walnut or white oak and drawers are available upon request.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Desk in Chrome with Black Tabletop and Shelves, Italy, 1970s
Mid-Century Desk in Chrome with Black Tabletop and Shelves, Italy, 1970s

Mid-Century Desk in Chrome with Black Tabletop and Shelves, Italy, 1970s

Located in Ulm, DE

A distinctive feature is the integrated side shelving unit with three black glass shelves. Fully incorporated into the structure of the desk, it provides practical storage for books,...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal, Chrome

MCM Floating Desk with shelves - Handcrafted in Canada by Le Tenon & la Mortaise
MCM Floating Desk with shelves - Handcrafted in Canada by Le Tenon & la Mortaise

MCM Floating Desk with shelves - Handcrafted in Canada by Le Tenon & la Mortaise

By Le Tenon & la Mortaise

Located in Saint-André-de-Kamouraska, CA

Designed to adapt to evolving ways of living and working, Ketch is available with or without drawers and shelves and pairs seamlessly with the Clara Wall Bookcase.

Category

2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Hardwood, Cherry, Maple, Oak, Walnut

MCM Floating Desk with shelves - Handcrafted in Canada by Le Tenon & la Mortaise
MCM Floating Desk with shelves - Handcrafted in Canada by Le Tenon & la Mortaise

MCM Floating Desk with shelves - Handcrafted in Canada by Le Tenon & la Mortaise

By Le Tenon & la Mortaise

Located in Saint-André-de-Kamouraska, CA

Designed to adapt to evolving ways of living and working, Ketch is available with or without drawers and shelves and pairs seamlessly with the Clara Wall Bookcase.

Category

2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Hardwood, Cherry, Maple, Oak, Walnut

Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard
Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard

Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard

Located in Markington, GB

Sought-after free-hanging XXL wall unit / sideboard with integrated desk and shelving, circa mid-century vintage. A highly versatile and sculptural modular wall system, designed in ...

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard
Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard

Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard

Located in Markington, GB

Sought-after free-hanging XXL wall unit / sideboard with integrated desk and shelving, mid-century vintage. A striking and highly versatile modular wall system, designed in the spir...

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

English Arts & Crafts Handmade Dark Stained Solid Oak Desk with Side Shelves
English Arts & Crafts Handmade Dark Stained Solid Oak Desk with Side Shelves

English Arts & Crafts Handmade Dark Stained Solid Oak Desk with Side Shelves

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Solid oak English Arts & Crafts desk with built in side shelves and removable top for ease of movement make this a practical gem.

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Desks

Materials

Oak

MCM Floating Desk with shelves - Handcrafted in Canada by Le Tenon & la Mortaise
MCM Floating Desk with shelves - Handcrafted in Canada by Le Tenon & la Mortaise

MCM Floating Desk with shelves - Handcrafted in Canada by Le Tenon & la Mortaise

By Le Tenon & la Mortaise

Located in Saint-André-de-Kamouraska, CA

Designed to adapt to evolving ways of living and working, Ketch is available with or without drawers and shelves and pairs seamlessly with the Clara Wall Bookcase.

Category

2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Hardwood, Cherry, Maple, Oak, Walnut

1950s oak counter or desk
1950s oak counter or desk

1950s oak counter or desk

Located in CHAPONOST, FR

At the back, there are two cabinet units: the left one is topped by a large drawer, while the right features two drawers and two open storage compartments. Two pull-out shelves sit a...

Category

Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Desks

Materials

Wood, Oak

Late Victorian Bamboo open Bookcase
Late Victorian Bamboo open Bookcase

Late Victorian Bamboo open Bookcase

Located in Dereham, GB

Late Victorian Bamboo open bookcase Original Bamboo Frame, With Pine Shelves Top & sides ,covered : with the original Rattan Some Staining to the Rattan on top Good Original Conditio...

Category

Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Desks

Materials

Bamboo

Curved Walnut Secretary Desk In The Louis XV Style
Curved Walnut Secretary Desk In The Louis XV Style

Curved Walnut Secretary Desk In The Louis XV Style

Located in Beaune, FR

This secretary desk opens with a large drawer at the top; the drop-down panel opens to reveal a beautifully carved interior consisting of 4 small drawers, 2 shelves, and a lovely wor...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks

Materials

Walnut

Antique 19th Century Chinese Rattan Desk with Black Lacquer and Bamboo
Antique 19th Century Chinese Rattan Desk with Black Lacquer and Bamboo

Antique 19th Century Chinese Rattan Desk with Black Lacquer and Bamboo

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Striking antique 19th century Chinese Chinoiserie bamboo rattan and black lacquer tortoise finish desk having geometric fretwork, 3 drawers, and lower storage shelves. From Watch Hil...

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Antique 1860s Chinese Chinoiserie Desks

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

French Louis Philippe Secretaire Cabinet Desk Birds-Eye Maple Biedermeier
French Louis Philippe Secretaire Cabinet Desk Birds-Eye Maple Biedermeier

French Louis Philippe Secretaire Cabinet Desk Birds-Eye Maple Biedermeier

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Fine French Louis Philippe secretaire cabinet veneered in beautifully figured bird’s-eye maple The two upper doors open to reveal a fitted interior with numerous small drawers, shelv...

Category

Antique 1840s Desks

Materials

Leather

Carved Walnut & Burl Marble Top Server Desk With Candle Stands C1880
Carved Walnut & Burl Marble Top Server Desk With Candle Stands C1880

Carved Walnut & Burl Marble Top Server Desk With Candle Stands C1880

Located in Big Flats, NY

It is adorned with a shaped marble backsplash and two small, integrated marble shelves, adding to its elegance and functionality.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Desks

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Oak Bookcase With Drop Front Secretary Desk, Circa 1900
Antique Victorian Oak Bookcase With Drop Front Secretary Desk, Circa 1900

Antique Victorian Oak Bookcase With Drop Front Secretary Desk, Circa 1900

By Herter Brothers

Located in South Bend, IN

In the manner of Herter Brothers USA, Circa 1900 Quarter sawn oak, with glass door, inset mirror, and original brass hardware. Interior shelves are removable and adjustable. Measu...

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Victorian Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid century Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box
Mid century Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box

Mid century Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box

By Mummenthaler and Meier

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The interior has so many adjustable shelves and drawers. Underneath the tabletop there's a wide open drawer, there's a lot of compartments and more retractable open drawers.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Lawson-Fenning Ivanhoe Desk with Pencil Drawer, Oak, Modern Writing Desk
Lawson-Fenning Ivanhoe Desk with Pencil Drawer, Oak, Modern Writing Desk

Lawson-Fenning Ivanhoe Desk with Pencil Drawer, Oak, Modern Writing Desk

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Ivanhoe desk features a cantilevered base with open display shelves. Available in American walnut or white oak and drawers are available upon request.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Oak

18 Century Gustavian Swedish Painted Secretary Desk with Cabinet
18 Century Gustavian Swedish Painted Secretary Desk with Cabinet

18 Century Gustavian Swedish Painted Secretary Desk with Cabinet

Located in Brenham, TX

Beautiful black and warm taupe palette richly distressed with great character, and patina. 30 .5’’ D with desk open , closed 18’’ D interior top shelf 3’’D interior 2 middle shelves ...

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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Desks

Materials

Pine

Early 20th Century Oak Drop-Front Secretary Desk
Early 20th Century Oak Drop-Front Secretary Desk

Early 20th Century Oak Drop-Front Secretary Desk

Located in Dekalb, IL

The desk front folds down to reveal a broad writing area supported by side chains, while the lower section includes two fixed shelves for books or storage. The top mirror cutout and ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Desks

Materials

Oak

19th Century English Inlaid Rosewood Writing Desk with Adjustable Leather Top
19th Century English Inlaid Rosewood Writing Desk with Adjustable Leather Top

19th Century English Inlaid Rosewood Writing Desk with Adjustable Leather Top

Located in Nottingham, GB

Five drawers are arranged across the front, providing generous concealed storage and retaining their original brass handles. Two additional open shelves incorporated into the lower s...

Category

Antique 19th Century Desks

Materials

Brass

Late 19th Century English Charles II Style Barley Twist Writing Desk
Late 19th Century English Charles II Style Barley Twist Writing Desk

Late 19th Century English Charles II Style Barley Twist Writing Desk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

This desk features a richly colored oak surface with a top that folds up to display a leather matted writing area with a small drawer and shelves for stationary. Perfect for writing ...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Charles II Desks

Materials

Oak

Victorian Walnut & Burl Roll Top Secretary Desk C1880
Victorian Walnut & Burl Roll Top Secretary Desk C1880

Victorian Walnut & Burl Roll Top Secretary Desk C1880

Located in Big Flats, NY

The upper section presents a bookcase with two glass-paned doors, opening to reveal multiple shelves for storage and display. Below, a classic roll-top mechanism conceals a functiona...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Desks

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk in a Box Style Secretary With Drop Front
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk in a Box Style Secretary With Drop Front

Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk in a Box Style Secretary With Drop Front

Located in Topeka, KS

However, the horizontal shelves slide out so if you prefer you can convert that space into a larger area for more substantial items or customize it however you want!

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Antique Spanish Colonial Revival Oak & Wrought Iron Writing Desk
Antique Spanish Colonial Revival Oak & Wrought Iron Writing Desk

Antique Spanish Colonial Revival Oak & Wrought Iron Writing Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The upper cabinet features substantial paneled doors accented with decorative strap hardware, brass nailhead details, and a locking mechanism, opening to reveal an organized interior...

Category

Vintage 1920s American Revival Desks

Materials

Brass, Iron

Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Students Bureau, Book Case
Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Students Bureau, Book Case

Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Students Bureau, Book Case

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Students Bureau, Book Case This is a very useful piece, an Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Students Bureau and Book Case with shelves below On one side there ...

Category

Antique 1890s Arts and Crafts Desks

Materials

Oak

18th Century Georgian Mahogany Pedestal Partners Desk, Chippendale Period
18th Century Georgian Mahogany Pedestal Partners Desk, Chippendale Period

18th Century Georgian Mahogany Pedestal Partners Desk, Chippendale Period

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

Wonderfully practical as well as decorative, the arrangement of drawers and cupboards provides excellent storage, whilst the adjustable sliding shelves housed within each pedestal of...

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Antique 1770s British Chippendale Desks

Materials

American Mahogany

18th Century Swedish Bombe Shaped Bureau Signed by Eric Holm
18th Century Swedish Bombe Shaped Bureau Signed by Eric Holm

18th Century Swedish Bombe Shaped Bureau Signed by Eric Holm

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

Fall front desk upends to work space and storage drawer and shelves, below two drawers. Repainted in soft black paint with blue interior.

Category

Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Desks

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century English Mahogany Campaign Kneehole Desk
Early 19th Century English Mahogany Campaign Kneehole Desk

Early 19th Century English Mahogany Campaign Kneehole Desk

Located in Charlottesville, VA

A solid mahogany kneehole desk with a fitted interior including adjustable shelves and a small lockable drawer at the base, retaining the original key.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Desks

Materials

Brass

Finnish Mid-Century Writing Table with Bookshelf by Häkli
Finnish Mid-Century Writing Table with Bookshelf by Häkli

Finnish Mid-Century Writing Table with Bookshelf by Häkli

Located in Helsinki, FI

The reverse side is finished with two spacious open shelves, allowing the desk to be placed freely in a room while offering convenient book or display storage.

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Restored Mid-century Vertically Stacked Rattan & Mahogany Executive Desk
Restored Mid-century Vertically Stacked Rattan & Mahogany Executive Desk

Restored Mid-century Vertically Stacked Rattan & Mahogany Executive Desk

By Paul Frankl

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Crafted with a Filipino mahogany top,solid drawers and fronts, and side panels, it offers locking drawers, a central drawer flanked by six side drawers, and two pull-out shelves. An ...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Desks

Materials

Rattan, Oak

Rare Cabinet Set - Bookcase, Desk, Armchairs - 50's Design
Rare Cabinet Set - Bookcase, Desk, Armchairs - 50's Design

Rare Cabinet Set - Bookcase, Desk, Armchairs - 50's Design

Located in BARSAC, FR

Two large doors with glass shelves on the sides. -Three armchairs with original yellow-striped stripes Superb-quality work from the 1950s, workshops and designer to identify, tr...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Sycamore

French Neoclassical Office Set by Mercier Frères – Desk, Cabinet & Chair
French Neoclassical Office Set by Mercier Frères – Desk, Cabinet & Chair

French Neoclassical Office Set by Mercier Frères – Desk, Cabinet & Chair

By Mercier Freres

Located in King's Lynn, GB

The central glazed section opens to adjustable display shelves, whilst the cupboards to either side each reveal four adjustable shelves, providing extensive storage.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Neoclassical Revival Desks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Exceptional Biedermeier Walnut Drop Front Desk. Vienna, c. 1825.
19th Century Exceptional Biedermeier Walnut Drop Front Desk. Vienna, c. 1825.

19th Century Exceptional Biedermeier Walnut Drop Front Desk. Vienna, c. 1825.

Located in Vienna, AT

Behind the fall-front, the desk reveals a thoughtfully designed and exceptionally practical interior, featuring six drawers and two shelves arranged in a variety of sizes. These gene...

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Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Desks

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Antique Victorian Tiger Oak Bookcase Drop Front Secretary Desk, Circa 1900
Antique Victorian Tiger Oak Bookcase Drop Front Secretary Desk, Circa 1900

Antique Victorian Tiger Oak Bookcase Drop Front Secretary Desk, Circa 1900

By R.J. Horner & Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

USA, Circa 1900 Carved tiger oak, with glass front door, beveled mirror, and original brass hardware. Interior shelves are removable and adjustable. Measures: 42.25"W x 14"D x 71.5...

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Desks

Materials

Brass

Pierre Jeanneret Pigeonhole Desk
Pierre Jeanneret Pigeonhole Desk

Pierre Jeanneret Pigeonhole Desk

By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A broad dark inset working surface sits above an asymmetric composition of open shelves, a small drawer and clear knee space. Jeanneret’s furnishings were integral to the architectu...

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Stewart MacDougall 1970s Room Divider with Desk, Birch, Walnut & Formica
Stewart MacDougall 1970s Room Divider with Desk, Birch, Walnut & Formica

Stewart MacDougall 1970s Room Divider with Desk, Birch, Walnut & Formica

By Stewart MacDougall

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This versatile unit features multiple open shelves, practical storage cabinets with smoothly operating upper sliding doors, and a distinctive little yellow ball accent.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

19thc Medical Paw Foot Cabinet Desk w/Original Milk paint & Colored Glass Panels
19thc Medical Paw Foot Cabinet Desk w/Original Milk paint & Colored Glass Panels

19thc Medical Paw Foot Cabinet Desk w/Original Milk paint & Colored Glass Panels

Located in Savannah, GA

There is plenty of room for storage with double shelves and drawers in the lower half. When open the desk measures 31 inches from the floor and 32 inches deep.

Category

Antique 1880s American Primitive Desks

Materials

Poplar, Pine

Antique English Jacobean Carved Oak Glass Front Double Bookcase, Circa 1920s
Antique English Jacobean Carved Oak Glass Front Double Bookcase, Circa 1920s

Antique English Jacobean Carved Oak Glass Front Double Bookcase, Circa 1920s

By Berkey & Gay Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding antique English Jacobean side-by-side double bookcase cabinet with chest of drawers and drop front secretary desk In the manner of Berkey and Gay England, Circa 1920...

Category

Vintage 1920s English Jacobean Desks

Materials

Brass

1970s table M1, Stefan Wewerka, Vintage
1970s table M1, Stefan Wewerka, Vintage

1970s table M1, Stefan Wewerka, Vintage

By Stefan Wewerka

Located in Neuss, NW

High-quality construction consisting of a base with two doors and four shelves and a table top in black lacquered ash veneer.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Antique Renaissance Revival Walnut & Burl Secretary Desk C1880
Antique Renaissance Revival Walnut & Burl Secretary Desk C1880

Antique Renaissance Revival Walnut & Burl Secretary Desk C1880

Located in Big Flats, NY

The bookcase includes adjustable shelves, ideal for displaying books or collectibles.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Renaissance Revival Desks

Materials

Walnut

Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Secretary Desk
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Secretary Desk

Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Secretary Desk

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

Cabinet locks, and original key is included. Shelves are adjustable. Measures: 46.63"W x 21.25"D x 88.75"H.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Louis XV Desks

Materials

Brass

Louis XVI Style Marquetry Desk/bonheur Du Jour
Louis XVI Style Marquetry Desk/bonheur Du Jour

Louis XVI Style Marquetry Desk/bonheur Du Jour

Located in Beaune, FR

The upper section opens with sliding wooden curtains on either side, revealing six small drawers and three shelves. The lower section comprises the writing surface, which opens in tw...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique Eastlake Walnut Cylinder Roll Top Desk C1890
Antique Eastlake Walnut Cylinder Roll Top Desk C1890

Antique Eastlake Walnut Cylinder Roll Top Desk C1890

Located in Big Flats, NY

The upper section includes a glass-fronted bookcase with adjustable shelves. The lower section comprises three drawers with brass handles, offering ample storage space.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Desks

Materials

Walnut

Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Slant Front Desk, C1915
Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Slant Front Desk, C1915

Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Slant Front Desk, C1915

By Charles Limbert

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Original skeleton key and working locks. Shelves on each side. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear.

Category

Vintage 1910s American Mission Desks

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Italian Roll Top Desk in Oak Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Roll Top Desk in Oak Wood

Early 20th Century Italian Roll Top Desk in Oak Wood

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Additionally, two unique pull-out shelves, hidden beneath the top, can be used as additional storage space.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Desks

Materials

Oak

A Front of House Country Oak Bar/Greeter  A Front of House Free Standing Oak Bar
A Front of House Country Oak Bar/Greeter  A Front of House Free Standing Oak Bar

A Front of House Country Oak Bar/Greeter A Front of House Free Standing Oak Bar

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

At the reception side there are plenty of storage shelves storage, for glasses drinks and Menus. The Reception desk is in good attractive condition, it is 41” tall, 60” wide and 17” ...

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Vintage 1960s Country Desks

Materials

Oak

Victorian Figured Walnut Ladies Writing Bureau or Bonheur de Jour
Victorian Figured Walnut Ladies Writing Bureau or Bonheur de Jour

Victorian Figured Walnut Ladies Writing Bureau or Bonheur de Jour

Located in Montreal, QC

The lower cupboard is fitted with shelves. As a desk or bedside cabinet it would a striking and unusual addition to any room.

Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Desks

Materials

Wood

Teak desk, Danish design, 1960s.
Teak desk, Danish design, 1960s.

Teak desk, Danish design, 1960s.

$2,290Sale Price|20% Off

Teak desk, Danish design, 1960s.

Located in Chorzów, PL

At the back, a lockable compartment and shelves for books. After wood renovation. One key included.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Antique 19th century solid warm brown teak slant front desk with upper cabinet
Antique 19th century solid warm brown teak slant front desk with upper cabinet

Antique 19th century solid warm brown teak slant front desk with upper cabinet

Located in Casteren, NL

The interior contains two fixed shelves with a small central cupboard, making the upper section suitable for storing documents, books, and valued objects.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Indonesian Victorian Desks

Materials

Brass

Edwardian Walunt Davenport Desk
Edwardian Walunt Davenport Desk

Edwardian Walunt Davenport Desk

Located in East Aurora, NY

A nice quality Edwardian Walnut Davenport desk with two shelves divided by nicely turned Walnut posts. Walnut and burl Walnut veneer with Tulipwood banding inlay on the top of the l...

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Antique 1880s English Edwardian Desks

Materials

Walnut

Unique Mid-Century Modern Maple 9 Drawer Desk by Drexel
Unique Mid-Century Modern Maple 9 Drawer Desk by Drexel

Unique Mid-Century Modern Maple 9 Drawer Desk by Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Front side has 2 open book shelves. Good vintage condition shows signs of use all drawers slide smooth clean inside and out.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Maple

Danish Executive Desk in Rio Rosewood, Mid-Century Modern, c1950s
Danish Executive Desk in Rio Rosewood, Mid-Century Modern, c1950s

Danish Executive Desk in Rio Rosewood, Mid-Century Modern, c1950s

Located in San Francisco, CA

The back is designed for display, featuring open shelves and a louvered tambour door. Inside is a brass bracket—likely for a battery—and wiring for a small interior light and switch.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

1960’s Ejgil Petersen EP401 Executive Writing Desk - Kai Kristiansen
1960’s Ejgil Petersen EP401 Executive Writing Desk - Kai Kristiansen

1960’s Ejgil Petersen EP401 Executive Writing Desk - Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Bern, BE

Three pull out drawers located on the seating side. Three book / decor shelves on the open side. Design: Ejgil Petersen, Denmark, 1968 (attributed to Kai Kristiansen) Produced: Ejgil...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Art Deco Stylish Figured Walnut Desk, c1930
Art Deco Stylish Figured Walnut Desk, c1930

Art Deco Stylish Figured Walnut Desk, c1930

Located in Devon, England

On the other side are two open shelves, also generously proportioned for your needs.

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Desks

Materials

Brass

George Nelson for Herman Miller Executive Office desk and Return 1955
George Nelson for Herman Miller Executive Office desk and Return 1955

George Nelson for Herman Miller Executive Office desk and Return 1955

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

The long cabinet is finished on all sides, featuring open storage, floating shelves, two drawers (including a pencil drawer and a file drawer with removable slotted storage), and mul...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Aluminum

French Louis XVI Style Marquetry Writing Desk/ Bonheur du Jour
French Louis XVI Style Marquetry Writing Desk/ Bonheur du Jour

French Louis XVI Style Marquetry Writing Desk/ Bonheur du Jour

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The addition of curved display shelves with brass galleries adds both decorative charm and functionality.

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Desks

Materials

Ormolu

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Wall Unit with Desk by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, 1960s
Wall Unit with Desk by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, 1960s

Wall Unit with Desk by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, 1960s

Unavailable

H 49.22 in W 68.9 in D 17.72 in

Wall Unit with Desk by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, 1960s

By Tjerk Reijenga, Pilastro

Located in Berkel en Rodenrijs, NL

The dimensions of the other shelves are L x W = 20 x 73 cm and the dimensions of the desktop are L x W = 73 x 45 cm.

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Iron

Commissioned Ico Parisi Room Divider
Commissioned Ico Parisi Room Divider

Commissioned Ico Parisi Room Divider

Unavailable

H 109.45 in W 107.49 in D 31.5 in

Commissioned Ico Parisi Room Divider

By Ico Parisi

Located in Brussels, BE

Commissioned Ico Parisi room divider for Lenno House (Casa Fontana) on Lake Como. Unique piece Bibliography: Domus n° 499, 1972 Taschen: 1970s decorative arts Charlotte and Peter ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Shelves

Materials

Metal

Double-Sided Mirrored Cerused Oak Dressing Cabinet by Lauren Rottet
Double-Sided Mirrored Cerused Oak Dressing Cabinet by Lauren Rottet

Double-Sided Mirrored Cerused Oak Dressing Cabinet by Lauren Rottet

By Lauren Rottet

Located in New York, NY

Available with drawers or shelves accessible from the sides, it has a mirrored front and bacl, reflecting light and movement in the space.

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2010s Vietnamese Cabinets

Materials

Stone

Two Double-sided Mirrored Cabinets, with Carrara Slab Desk
Two Double-sided Mirrored Cabinets, with Carrara Slab Desk

Two Double-sided Mirrored Cabinets, with Carrara Slab Desk

By Lauren Rottet

Located in New York, NY

Available with drawers or shelves accessible from the sides, it has a mirrored front and back, reflecting light and movement in the space.

Category

2010s Vietnamese Cabinets

Materials

Stone, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble

Two Double-sided Mirrored Cabinets, with Nero Marquina Slab Desk
Two Double-sided Mirrored Cabinets, with Nero Marquina Slab Desk

Two Double-sided Mirrored Cabinets, with Nero Marquina Slab Desk

By Lauren Rottet

Located in New York, NY

Available with drawers or shelves accessible from the sides, it has a mirrored front and back, reflecting light and movement in the space.

Category

2010s Vietnamese Cabinets

Materials

Stone, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble

Rosewood Rolltop Desk/Cabinet, Model 804, by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini
Rosewood Rolltop Desk/Cabinet, Model 804, by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini

Rosewood Rolltop Desk/Cabinet, Model 804, by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini

By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini

Located in Dorchester, MA

The desk is finished on the back with two divided shelves and thus can be placed freestanding. This rare limited edition is signed and numbered 051/100.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Mid 20th Century Mahogany Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mid 20th Century Mahogany Chippendale Secretary Desk

Mid 20th Century Mahogany Chippendale Secretary Desk

Unavailable

H 78 in W 29.5 in D 15.5 in

Mid 20th Century Mahogany Chippendale Secretary Desk

Located in Charlotte, NC

Upper cabinet features two removable wooden shelves behind dual glass doors with fretwork. Bottom features pull down lockable drop front desk top which conceals one small drawer and ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Mirrored Dressing Cabinet, Cerused Oak by Lauren Rottet
Mirrored Dressing Cabinet, Cerused Oak by Lauren Rottet

Mirrored Dressing Cabinet, Cerused Oak by Lauren Rottet

Unavailable

H 58 in W 35.75 in D 20 in

Mirrored Dressing Cabinet, Cerused Oak by Lauren Rottet

By Lauren Rottet

Located in New York, NY

Available with drawers or shelves accessible from the sides, it has a mirrored front and bacl, reflecting light and movement in the space.

Category

2010s Vietnamese Cabinets

Materials

Stone

Double Sided Mirrored Cabinet and Room Divider by Lauren Rottet
Double Sided Mirrored Cabinet and Room Divider by Lauren Rottet

Double Sided Mirrored Cabinet and Room Divider by Lauren Rottet

By Lauren Rottet

Located in New York, NY

Available with drawers or shelves accessible from the sides, it has a mirrored front and bacl, reflecting light and movement in the space.

Category

2010s Vietnamese Cabinets

Materials

Stone

Luxury French Cabinet in Boulle Marquetry 19th Century Napoleon III Period
Luxury French Cabinet in Boulle Marquetry 19th Century Napoleon III Period

Luxury French Cabinet in Boulle Marquetry 19th Century Napoleon III Period

Located in Manduel, FR

The upper part has four drawers topped of two shelves. The tray, shelves, amounts and the cornice are inlaid, behind the shelves: A mirror (original mercury).

Category

Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Swedish Desk in a Cabinet
Swedish Desk in a Cabinet

Swedish Desk in a Cabinet

Unavailable

H 35.5 in W 39.25 in D 15 in

Swedish Desk in a Cabinet

Located in New York, NY

This teak cabinet opens and expands into a desk with a writing surface, shelves and compartments.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

20th Century Palisandre Desk
20th Century Palisandre Desk

20th Century Palisandre Desk

Unavailable

H 30 in W 46 in D 20 in

20th Century Palisandre Desk

Located in New York, NY

20th century palisandre desk, two drawers, polished brass knobs, two shelves behind one door, polished chrome crossbar.

Category

Early 20th Century French Desks

Vintage Desk Cabinet in Teak, 1960s
Vintage Desk Cabinet in Teak, 1960s

Vintage Desk Cabinet in Teak, 1960s

Unavailable

H 36.62 in W 39.38 in D 15.75 in

Vintage Desk Cabinet in Teak, 1960s

By WK Möbel

Located in HEILOO, NL

The desk has removable shelves and trays on both sides that can be arranged as you see fit.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Classic Walnut Bookcase on Black Ebonized Sled Legs
Mid-Century Classic Walnut Bookcase on Black Ebonized Sled Legs

Mid-Century Classic Walnut Bookcase on Black Ebonized Sled Legs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A low walnut open cabinet or book case with black sled legs and two adjustable shelves.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Desks

Materials

Walnut

Desk Ash, Danish Design, 1970s, Designer Kai Kristiansen
Desk Ash, Danish Design, 1970s, Designer Kai Kristiansen

Desk Ash, Danish Design, 1970s, Designer Kai Kristiansen

Unavailable

H 28.35 in W 61.03 in D 29.53 in

Desk Ash, Danish Design, 1970s, Designer Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie

At the back there are practical shelves for books. Condition: The surface of the desk after refreshing.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Ash

Desk Teak, Danish Design, 1960s
Desk Teak, Danish Design, 1960s

Desk Teak, Danish Design, 1960s

Unavailable

H 29.53 in W 50.4 in D 25.2 in

Desk Teak, Danish Design, 1960s

Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie

At the back there are practical shelves for books. Condition: Desk surface after maintenance.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Perfect Scandinavian "Mad-Men" Desk
Perfect Scandinavian "Mad-Men" Desk

Perfect Scandinavian "Mad-Men" Desk

Unavailable

H 29 in W 55 in D 28.5 in

Perfect Scandinavian "Mad-Men" Desk

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Two drawers, two wine racks and two shelves for glasses (the two glass shelves will be supplied) and space for bottles.

Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Oak Desk, Danish Design, 1970s
Oak Desk, Danish Design, 1970s

Oak Desk, Danish Design, 1970s

Unavailable

H 29.14 in W 61.03 in D 29.53 in

Oak Desk, Danish Design, 1970s

Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie

At the back there are practical shelves for books. Condition: The surface of the desk after maintenance.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Oak, Teak

1960s North European Mahogany Bookcase
1960s North European Mahogany Bookcase

1960s North European Mahogany Bookcase

Unavailable

H 106.3 in W 64.57 in D 15.75 in

1960s North European Mahogany Bookcase

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Shelves and cases are modulable along the posts. 6 adjustable brass feet fixed under the wooden ones.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Wall-Mounted Escritoire by Poul Cadovius
Wall-Mounted Escritoire by Poul Cadovius

Wall-Mounted Escritoire by Poul Cadovius

Unavailable

H 15.75 in W 63 in D 17.72 in

Wall-Mounted Escritoire by Poul Cadovius

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Brussels, BE

Brass keys and two internal shelves.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

19th Century Classicism Chery Wood Strait Leg Stand Desk Restored Hand-Polished
19th Century Classicism Chery Wood Strait Leg Stand Desk Restored Hand-Polished

19th Century Classicism Chery Wood Strait Leg Stand Desk Restored Hand-Polished

Located in Osnabrück, DE

This restored stand desk in hand polished sherry wood and Interior, so like a drawer and two shelves in solid sherry wood. It comes from a small castle in East Germany.  

Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Empire Desks

Materials

Cherry

English Davenport Early 19th Century Mahogany Writing Desk
English Davenport Early 19th Century Mahogany Writing Desk

English Davenport Early 19th Century Mahogany Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 31.15 in W 22.45 in D 22.09 in

English Davenport Early 19th Century Mahogany Writing Desk

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

A gradual inclined fall flap - enclosed storage with hinged drawer to side above a brush slip and bead mounted cupboard door enclosed deep shelves. Bead mounted panels to all side, h...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Continental Dutch Inlaid Roll Top Desk, 18th-19th Century
Continental Dutch Inlaid Roll Top Desk, 18th-19th Century

Continental Dutch Inlaid Roll Top Desk, 18th-19th Century

Located in Litchfield, CT

Mahogany roll-top desk with marquetry inlaid floral and decorative designs with pull-out side panel shelves, finished in back. (Originally from Sypher & Co.)

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Copper and Walnut Desk
Copper and Walnut Desk

Copper and Walnut Desk

Unavailable

H 334.65 in W 59.06 in D 27.56 in

Copper and Walnut Desk

By Paul Kelley

Located in Bexleyheath, GB

The copper is 6mm solid plate and all drawers, internal door and shelves are from solid walnut that has an oiled finish.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Desks

Materials

Copper

Exceptional Dutch Design Plywood Desk
Exceptional Dutch Design Plywood Desk

Exceptional Dutch Design Plywood Desk

Unavailable

H 26.78 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in

Exceptional Dutch Design Plywood Desk

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Designed in The Netherlands , probably in the eighties Very nicely made of plywood glued together to create several storage shelves. No screws are used anywhere The desk is a-symme...

Category

Vintage 1980s Dutch Desks

Materials

Plywood

Art Deco Mahogany Desk and Chair by Rene Herbst
Art Deco Mahogany Desk and Chair by Rene Herbst

Art Deco Mahogany Desk and Chair by Rene Herbst

Unavailable

H 39.5 in W 68 in D 29.25 in

Art Deco Mahogany Desk and Chair by Rene Herbst

By René Herbst

Located in New York, NY

Rene Herbst mahogany desk with rectangular top and integrated shelves and bent shelf stretcher base. Two drawers with chrome pulls.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Carlo di Carli: Desk in Fruitwood, Brass, and Glass, Italy 1950s
Carlo di Carli: Desk in Fruitwood, Brass, and Glass, Italy 1950s

Carlo di Carli: Desk in Fruitwood, Brass, and Glass, Italy 1950s

By Carlo di Carli

Located in New York, NY

In this piece, we see him in full command of a dynamic vocabulary that's as visually arresting as it is practical: The desk's glass work surface, for instance, floats half a foot abo...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Modular Etagere with Bar
Mid-Century Modern Modular Etagere with Bar

Mid-Century Modern Modular Etagere with Bar

Unavailable

H 81 in W 63 in D 17 in

Mid-Century Modern Modular Etagere with Bar

Located in San Francisco, CA

An unusual cerused mahogany mid-century modern modular etagere with a fall front bar section and adjustable shelves.

Category

20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

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Desk With Shelves For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of desk with shelves available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique desk with shelves was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. There are 39 antique and vintage desk with shelves for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 6 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of desk with shelves available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Desk with shelves are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small desk with shelves measuring 23.88 inches across. Desk with shelves have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Frama, Tomado and Tjerk Reijenga are consistently popular.

How Much are Desk With Shelves?

Prices for desk with shelves start at $395 and top out at $60,885 with the average selling for $2,344.

Finding the Right Desks for You

There’s no reason that the corner of your home you’ve dedicated to work shouldn’t also reflect your personality and sense of style. A collection of unique vintage and antique desks can be found on 1stDibs today.

The right desk can be a good fit for your space and help keep you organized when you need it most. For many, the word “desk” can have a negative connotation. Derived from the Latin desca, meaning “table to write on,” the word can understandably evoke memories of stuffy classrooms or monotonous workdays.

As working from home has become more widespread for part of the workforce, many professionals who work remotely park themselves at the dining-room table or at the kitchen countertop to do so. If you’ve got the space, it's healthy to set aside an area in your home designated for work. A good desk can keep you on track and keep your newly minted home office free of clutter and distractions. 

Within your own walls, an office area can be both personal and productive, decorated exactly to your taste or just an unobtrusive addition that aligns with the energy of the space as is. When shopping for a desk, keep height, space and specs in mind. It’s helpful to know if you’ll need the desk to offer storage, such as drawers or a hutch, or if it should fit alongside your bedroom wall as cleanly as possible.

An antique writing desk, for example, will offer a spacious, streamlined work experience with a desktop that affords real estate for your notebooks, pens, laptop and research materials. Secretary desks reveal small inner storage compartments — pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers — when their hinged leaves are folded out.

Maybe you'd prefer a vintage mid-century modern desk that seamlessly incorporates drawers for storage.

Nebraska-born designer Don S. Shoemaker became inspired by Mexico’s tropical woods, such as cocobolo, a Mexican rosewood, and he decided to work with the material in the postwar years to create desks and other furnishings. Elsewhere, made according to the same high standards as the company’s chairs, celebrated mid-century manufacturer Herman Miller produced desks over the years in a number of versions, created by designers like George Nelson, Gilbert Rohde and Bruce Burdick.

Whether you want a dramatic rolltop-style furnishing akin to the 18th-century secretary commissioned by Louis XVI or a contemporary piece made of everything from linoleum to fallen trees, a new desk and clever arrangement of desktop accessories can brighten the workday in any home. 

For every passion project, year-end report or spontaneous million-dollar app idea, find the desk you need on 1stDibs.

Questions About Desk With Shelves

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What a desk with shelves is called depends on its design. A desk that features integrated shelving is usually referred to as a credenza. A separate detachable shelving unit that accompanies a desk is a hutch. Explore a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A shelving unit is a flexible piece of furniture with shelves that can be rearranged to accommodate various objects such as books, collectibles, sculptures and other items for display. It can also feature dividers and can be moved or adjusted for added functionality. Shop a collection of antique and vintage shelving units and shelves on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Storage shelves need to be large enough to properly and safely hold items but not too large that items will get lost or hidden behind each other. In a garage 12” is a good depth for smaller items and 16” for larger items.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are several ways to mount floating shelves. The best mounting options include using floating shelf brackets, installing cleats, or placing figure eights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Tempered glass is used most often for shelving. It is five to six times stronger than ordinary glass and provides better protection and safety. Shop a variety of vintage and antique tempered glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Typically, the best way to hang wall shelves on a wall is through the studs. The studs are the strong vertical beams that form the frames of walls. You can locate them using a tool called a stud finder. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wall shelves.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    What a piece of furniture with shelves is called depends on its overall design. An item with rows of shelves that has an open back is an étagère, while a similar piece with a closed back is a bookcase. In some cases, a large étagère may be referred to as a shelving unit. A cabinet is a piece of furniture that has shelves hidden behind doors. If a furnishing has drawers and cabinets on the bottom and open shelving on the top, it is a hutch. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of storage furniture and case pieces.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.

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