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French Country Blue Secretaire/Desk with Wire Shelving and Pull out Lap Desk
Located in Essex, MA
French country/ provincial hand-painted desk with wire fronted book shelves, drawer, and pull-out
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Desks
Materials
Wire
H 76.25 in W 30 in D 19 in
Vintage Campaign Style Writing Desk with Shelving
Located in Freehold, NJ
This midcentury campaign style writing desk with bookcase features pressed wood construction, oak
Category
Vintage 1970s American Campaign Desks
Materials
Oak
Writing Desk with Red Leather Writing Board, a Drawer, and Shelving
Located in New York, NY
A writing desk with a drawer and shelving. On the surface is a red leather writing board. The foot
Category
Antique Early 19th Century European Regency Desks
Materials
Brass
Davis Allen For GF Oak Credenza with Stainless legs and Trim
By Davis Allen
Located in Pasadena, TX
matching credenzas, desks and shelving units.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Oak
French MidCentury Modern Neoclassical Ebonized Sycamore Desk by Leon Jallot 1936
By Maurice and Léon Jallot
Located in New York, NY
upper level desk top and an open lower level consisting of a larger drawer and open space shelving on
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Sycamore
H 29.5 in W 48 in D 24 in
Fine and Unusual Edwardian Inlaid Leather Top Desk
Located in Dublin, IE
A fine and unusual Edwardian mahogany ladies leather top desk, with gorgeously rich patination and
Category
Early 20th Century English Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk
Located in Baltimore, MD
A desk with incredible form and presence. This attractive original magic box desk, cabinet/desk
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Art Deco Handmade Desk
Located in Hudson, NY
This charming Art Deco wooden desk features clean lines and open shelving. Handmade by a craftsman
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Plywood
Raymond Loewy desk df 2000
By Raymond Loewy, Doubinsky Freres
Located in Portland, OR
This Df-2000 desk Designed By Raymond Loewy For Doubinsky Freres is compact, vibrant and sturdy. It
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Louis XVI Style Desk with Vitrine Top
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
A Louis XVI style desk with vitrine Top. This fine custom quality Louis XVI style desk has long
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Desk Swedish 18th Century Green Original Paint Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Desk Swedish 18th Century Green Original Paint Sweden. A writing desk Swedish made during the 18th
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bentwood
Modern Rectangular Wooden Desk in Birch Wood, Glass
By Duffy London
Located in London, GB
A modern piece of statement furniture from British designer Christopher Duffy.
The Abyss Desk
Category
2010s British Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Studio BBPR 'Spazio' Corner Desk with Movable Cabinet
By Studio BBPR, Olivetti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Studio BBPR for Olivetti, 'Spazio' writing desk with various storage compartments, coated steel
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Danish Modern Teak Executive Writing Desk with Sled Legs
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Danish Modern executive writing desk features teak construction with original finish, six
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Organic Orange Fiberglass "BAOBAB" Style Desk Attributed To Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in Monrovia, CA
Organic Orange Fiberglass "BAOBAB" Style Desk Attributed To Philippe Starck.
This Organic Freeform
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Fiberglass
H 29.5 in W 75.75 in D 27.5 in
Studio BBPR for Olivetti Small 'Spazio' Desk with Drawers
By Studio BBPR, Olivetti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
(1959/60). This line included chairs, shelving, cabinet systems, and desks, just like the one shown here
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Pierre Jeanneret Pigeonhole Mid-Century Desk PJ-BU-02-A
Located in London, GB
An increasingly scarce teak mid-century desk by legendary design Pierre Jeanneret.
India, circa
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Desks in Grey Coated Steel
By Studio BBPR, Olivetti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, called Spazio (1959/60). This line included chairs, shelving, cabinet systems, and desks, just like the
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Boomerang Desk by Goran Stand
By Göran Strand
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful scandinavian modern boomerang desk in teak designed by Goran Strand and
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Corner Desk with Original Lamp
By Studio BBPR, Olivetti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, called Spazio (1959/60). This line included chairs, shelving, cabinet systems, and desks, just like the
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Desks in Grey Coated Steel
By Olivetti, Studio BBPR
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, called Spazio (1959/60). This line included chairs, shelving, cabinet systems, and desks: just like the
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Executive Desk with Floating Top in Teak Near Mint Condition, Denmark 1960s
By Gunni Omann, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very beautiful designed executive desks In the style of Gunni Omann's Model 75 and Kai
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
H 28.5 in W 59.75 in D 31.5 in
Baker Furniture Georgian Flame Mahogany Leather Top Slant Front Architect's Desk
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Georgian style slant front architect's desk. The desk features shallow drawers and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 38.75 in W 53.5 in D 34.25 in
LC16 Table de Travail unite d'habitation Le Corbusier Desk for Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier
Located in Berlin, DE
This small wooden writing desk was designed for the children’s rooms of the Unité d’Habitation in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writi...
Materials
Wood
H 28.35 in W 27.56 in D 55.12 in
Grain-Painted English Pine Kneehole Desk from Collection of Michael S. Smith
Located in Southampton, NY
Michael S. Smith. This is a well constructed desk with generous storage/shelving. Outside finish is in
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
H 33.5 in W 50 in D 21.75 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Secretaire Writing Bureau Desk by G plan Danish Style
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
interior briefly comprising gilt tooled leather writing surface, cubby holes and shelving. Fitted three
Category
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
H 44 in W 29.5 in D 18 in
Rare Walnut Desk in the Anglo-Japanese Style Designed by Thomas Jeckyll
By Charles Hindley & Sons, Thomas Jeckyll
Located in London, GB
A fine and rare walnut desk in the Anglo-Japanese style designed by Thomas Jeckyll and made by
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Anglo-Japanese Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Desk with Drawers in Grey Coated Steel
By Olivetti, Studio BBPR
Located in Waalwijk, NL
(1959/60). This line included chairs, shelving, cabinet systems, and desks, just like the one shown here
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
H 31.11 in W 63 in D 31.89 in
Large Group incl. Walnut Desk and Sideboards Made by Ove Lander in 1947
By Ove Larsen
Located in London, GB
one desk and sideboards with two shelving above. Three pieces in total.
Freestanding walnut desk
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Materials
Walnut
H 30.71 in W 66.93 in D 33.08 in
Art Deco Figured Walnut Desk, English, c1930
Located in Devon, England
sized open recessed shelving , ideal for books. The top of the desk has a leather insert. The desk
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Desks
Materials
Chrome
Victorian Burl Walnut Kidney Shape Desk By Gillow
Located in Essex, MA
having shelving. Bronze knobs and trim and military trophies mounted above the locking door panels. This
Category
Antique 1850s English Victorian Desks
Materials
Brass
Drafting Table and Utility Cart, Blackened Steel and Gray Glass by Force/Collide
By Force/Collide
Located in Seattle, WA
levels of shelving and one removable divider that sits within the top shelf. The cart moves easily with
Category
2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Steel, Cut Steel, Sheet Metal
H 37 in W 52 in D 30 in
Antique German Gründerzeit Pedestal Desk in Pine, circa 1880
Located in Miami, FL
A handsome & spacious Gründerzeit pedestal desk in pine. Germany, circa 1880. Base offers a pull
Category
Antique Late 19th Century German Belle Époque Desks
Materials
Pine
English Chippendale Mahogany Carved Floral Desk With Bookcase. Circa 1770
Located in Hollywood, SC
English Chippendale mahogany desk / bookcase on stand with flanking book matched doors, gadrooned
Category
Antique 1770s English Chippendale Desks
Materials
Mahogany
H 76.5 in W 41.75 in D 19 in
19th Century American Cutler & Sons Model 1 Roll Top Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
top desk.
This is the prototype of the well-known Cutler & Sons patented desk and could very
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Desks
Materials
Walnut
English Mahogany Oval Sea Captains Leather Top Desk, Circa 1800
Located in Hollywood, SC
English mahogany oval sea captains desk with hinged leather top concealing two upper hidden
Category
Antique Early 1800s English George III Desks
Materials
Brass
Antique 19th Century German Jugendstil/ Art Nouveau Writing Desk in Pine
Located in Miami, FL
A lovely and well-crafted Jugendstil desk in pine with upper cabinet resting over a writing table
Category
Antique 1890s German Jugendstil Desks
Materials
Pine
H 61.5 in W 43.25 in D 26.5 in
Aesthetic Movement Tiger Tortoise Bamboo Secretary Desk With Rice Mat Shelves
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Turn-of-the-century Tiger Bamboo Secretary desk with handwoven rice mat top, center drawer, Bottom
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Desks
Materials
Bamboo
H 52 in W 22.5 in D 16 in
1960’s mid century teak wall unit with desk unit by Avalon
Located in London, GB
A mid century modular free standing shelving/storage unit manufactured by respected manufacturer
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Steel
Studio BBPR Versatile ‘Spazio’ Table
By Studio BBPR, Olivetti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
(1959/60). This line included chairs, desks, shelving, and cabinet systems, just like the one shown here
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Amuneal's Loft 4 Post Work Suite
By Amuneal
Located in New York, NY
The loft work suite is a modular office system from Amuneal’s Loft shelving system. Posts in
Category
2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass, Steel
Tomado Holland Mid-Century-Modern Metal Desk Office Paper Waste Basket
By Tomado
Located in Atlanta, GA
A functional 1960s Mid-Century-Modern desk accessory, office waste-basket designed by Tomado
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Metal
H 10.44 in W 10.25 in D 7.69 in
Bernhardt Credenza
By Bernhardt Design
Located in Pasadena, TX
underneath with shelving.
Chrome pulls. Marked Bernhardt.
See pedestal desk also available. Measure: 72".
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Desks
Materials
Maple
18th Century Carved Cherrywood Commode Scriban from Bordeaux, France
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful example of a period Louis XV writing desk, this cherrywood commode scriban was hand
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Desks
Materials
Wood, Cherry
H 42.875 in W 46.5 in D 23.75 in
Amuneal’s Collector’s 4 Bay Office Unit
By Amuneal
Located in New York, NY
with desk, adjustable display shelving, drawers and lateral files. All of the wood on this unit is
Category
2010s American Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
1960 Retro Pilastro Tomado shelving Grey Metal Desk Unit with Drawer and Shelf
By Tjerk Reijenga, Tomado
Located in Markington, GB
1960 retro Pilastro Tomado shelving grey metal desk unit with drawer and shelf designed by Tjerk
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 19.69 in W 29.93 in D 18.51 in
Vintage Brass Tennis Racket Clip 1980s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
addition for anyone's office, den, library, work desk area, book shelving.
Circa 1980s and was originally
Category
Late 20th Century French Folk Art Paperweights
Materials
Brass
Tullio Brass-Finished Bookend
By Rabitti 1969 by Giobagnara
Located in Milan, IT
materials, adding an eye-catching accent to a contemporary shelving unit or bookcase. The brass-finished
Category
2010s Italian More Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal
Large Retro Vintage Desk Plus Shelving Unit by Nisse Strinning for String, 1960s
By Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in Markington, GB
Large retro vintage desk plus shelving unit by Nisse Strinning for String, 1960s the string wall
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 29.53 in W 31.5 in D 22.84 in
Hans Wegner Model Ry 100 Wall Unit / Room Divider Shelving with Drop Down Desk
By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
drop-down desk with cabinet, and removable steel dividers on the bottom shelf. Feet are adjustable
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
H 81 in W 41.5 in D 15 in
Børge Mogensen shelving Model 291 by Fredericia Stolefabrik
By Børge Mogensen
Located in LYON, FR
bookcase but also as a hanging side desk with its large top.
Exceptional furniture. Beautiful finesse of
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak, Teak
Midcentury French Industrial Iron Shelving System with Wood Desktop
Located in Chicago, IL
1950s French midcentury industrial iron adjustable shelving system with wood desktop. Requires
Category
Vintage 1950s French Industrial Shelves
Materials
Iron
Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Shelving System in Metal
By Studio BBPR
Located in Waalwijk, NL
(1959/60). This line included chairs, desks, shelving, and cabinet systems, just like the one shown here
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Steel
"Tecnica Library" Modular Shelving Bookcase by Jaume Tresserra for Dessie'
By Jaime Tresserra, Dessie Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Tecnica Library" is a shelving bookcase unit, designed by Jaume Tresserra and manufactured by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal, Nickel
H 112 in W 170 in D 13.77 in
Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Large Shelving System in Metal 7M
By Studio BBPR
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Studio BBPR for Olivetti, 'Spazio' shelving system, lacquered steel, plastic, Italy, design 1959/60
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 78.35 in W 275.6 in D 13.78 in
Mid-Century Modern Modular shelving system BO71 in teak by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Modular shelving system BO71 in teak by Finn Juhl for Bovirke in the 1960s. Comprising 3 columns, 4
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
H 78.75 in W 92.13 in D 15.75 in
Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, Teak Shelving System Model RY100, c. 1961
By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Paris, FR
Hans J Wegner RY100 Shelving System / bookcase / room divider / wall unit / manufactured by Ry
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Materials
Steel
H 80.71 in W 102.76 in D 19.3 in
Danish Rosewood Desk and Bookcase with Sliding Doors, 1950
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
A beautiful Danish rosewood desk cabinet with upper shelving. Features adjustable shelving with
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Rare Large Pilastro Wall Unit with Desk and Light
By Coen de Vries, Pilastro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare, mid century, amazing Pilastro wall unit set up by Coen de Vries. A separate work desk
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Sheet Metal
Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Shelving System in Green Coated Steel
By Olivetti, Studio BBPR
Located in Waalwijk, NL
(1959/60). This line included chairs, desks, shelving, and cabinet systems, just like the one shown here
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Steel
H 77.76 in W 79.73 in D 15.56 in
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Desk And Shelving For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of desk and shelving you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, every item from our selection of desk and shelving was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of desk and shelving you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right object in our assortment of desk and shelving, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Arts and Crafts styles are of considerable interest. A well-made option in this array of desk and shelving has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Tomado, Nils Nisse Strinning and Jan Van Der Togt are consistently popular.
How Much is a Desk And Shelving?
Prices for a piece of desk and shelving start at $20 and top out at $16,500 with the average selling for $2,489.
Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About Desk And Shelving
- What is a shelving unit?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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, 2021Storage 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, 2021There 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, 2021Tempered 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, 2023Typically, 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.
- What is a Murphy desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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.
- What is a captain’s desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A 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.
- How high should a desk be?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A person of average height should have a desk that is 28 to 30 inches high.
- What is a kidney desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A 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.
- How do you date a desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To 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.
- What is a console desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024A 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.
- What is a kneehole desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a bed desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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.
- What is a peninsula desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a hutch on a desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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.
- What is a desk tray?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a captain's desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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.
- What is a tanker desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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.
- What is a writing desk?1 Answer1stDibs 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.
- What is a waterfall desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A 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.
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