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Restored Modern Original Desk by Widdicomb, c. 1950
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Wilton, CT
Offering a beautifully restored Art Deco desk by Widdicomb, USA, one of America's great names in
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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Restored Modern Original Desk by Widdicomb, c. 1950
Restored Modern Original Desk by Widdicomb, c. 1950

Restored Modern Original Desk by Widdicomb, c. 1950

$3,185
H 29.75 in W 40 in D 20 in
Louis XV Style Black Ebonized Brass Mounted Leather Top Desk By John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
-mounted three-drawer desk by John Widdicomb, exuding timeless elegance and superior craftsmanship. This
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20th Century American Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Louis XV Style Black Ebonized Brass Mounted Leather Top Desk By John Widdicomb
Louis XV Style Black Ebonized Brass Mounted Leather Top Desk By John Widdicomb

Louis XV Style Black Ebonized Brass Mounted Leather Top Desk By John Widdicomb

$2,745 / item
H 29 in W 53.25 in D 25.5 in
Walnut Desk by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Miami, FL
1960s Walnut Desk by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. The desk has one center drawer and four
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Walnut Desk by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Walnut Desk by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb

Walnut Desk by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb

$4,800
H 35.5 in W 45.75 in D 22 in
Walnut Oval Desk by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Walnut Oval Desk by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. American mid-century walnut desk with a
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Oval Desk by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Walnut Oval Desk by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb

Walnut Oval Desk by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb

$9,000
H 29 in W 72 in D 24 in
John Widdicomb for Mastercraft Black Lacquered and Brass Desk
By John Widdicomb, Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
This Classic writing table or desk by John Widdicomb for Mastercraft. Composed of a large black
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

John Widdicomb for Mastercraft Black Lacquered and Brass Desk
John Widdicomb for Mastercraft Black Lacquered and Brass Desk

John Widdicomb for Mastercraft Black Lacquered and Brass Desk

$26,000
H 31 in W 65.5 in D 32 in
Desk by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb in Sorrel Walnut
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1957 Desk designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb in Sorrel finish (walnut). Offers a
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Desk by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb in Sorrel Walnut
Desk by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb in Sorrel Walnut

Desk by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb in Sorrel Walnut

$2,875
H 31 in W 60.25 in D 27 in
Curvaceous Desk by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Curvaceous desk, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950s. This desk
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Curvaceous Desk by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings
Curvaceous Desk by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings

Curvaceous Desk by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings

$5,800
H 30 in W 60.75 in D 24 in
Mid-Century Grand Haven Chair by Jack Van Der Molen for Jamestown Oak Open Desk/
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
the framed incurved upholstered back above a loose cushion seat flanked by graceful sling-form arms; all raised on tapering turned supports ending in ebonized feet; arm height: 25.5"...
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Grand Haven Chair by Jack Van Der Molen for Jamestown Oak Open Desk/
Mid-Century Grand Haven Chair by Jack Van Der Molen for Jamestown Oak Open Desk/

Mid-Century Grand Haven Chair by Jack Van Der Molen for Jamestown Oak Open Desk/

$2,750
H 34 in W 23 in D 26 in
Mid Century George Nakashima Walnut Coffee Table/Vanity Desk, Origins Series
By George Nakashima
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Very rare coffee table/vanity desk by George Nakashima for Widdicomb, Origins Series, 1963
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century George Nakashima Walnut Coffee Table/Vanity Desk, Origins Series
Mid Century George Nakashima Walnut Coffee Table/Vanity Desk, Origins Series

Mid Century George Nakashima Walnut Coffee Table/Vanity Desk, Origins Series

$9,500
H 20.5 in W 53.75 in D 18 in

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Desk by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautifully restored desk with one conical leg, four drawers and pull out typewriter shelf
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Vintage 1950s American Desks

Materials

Walnut

Desk by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb

Desk by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb

H 29 in W 60 in D 27 in
Vintage Midcentury Desk by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Pasadena, TX
Widdicomb Vintage midcentury desk by Widdicomb Oak with caramel Naugahyde top. The
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Oak

Vintage Midcentury Desk by Widdicomb
Vintage Midcentury Desk by Widdicomb

Vintage Midcentury Desk by Widdicomb

H 30.5 in W 48 in D 23 in
Antique French Louis XVI Style Carved Mahogany Ladies Desk by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique French Louis XVI style ladies desk by Widdicomb of Grand Rapids, Michigan offers two
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Antique French Louis XVI Style Carved Mahogany Ladies Desk by Widdicomb
Antique French Louis XVI Style Carved Mahogany Ladies Desk by Widdicomb

Antique French Louis XVI Style Carved Mahogany Ladies Desk by Widdicomb

H 37.13 in W 38 in D 20.88 in
Burl & Brass Waterfall Desk by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Very handsome burl and brass executive desk by John Widdicomb. Four drawers in total with one large
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20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Burl & Brass Waterfall Desk by Widdicomb
Burl & Brass Waterfall Desk by Widdicomb

Burl & Brass Waterfall Desk by Widdicomb

H 30.25 in W 72 in D 36.5 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Desk by Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Highland, IN
This desk by T.H. Robsjo-Gibbings for Widdicomb has a strong architectural quality and great
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Desk by Widdicomb
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Desk by Widdicomb

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Desk by Widdicomb

H 31.5 in W 60 in D 27 in
Stained Wood French Deco Style Desk by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in North Miami, FL
dark grey tone. Four lateral drawers and a large top desk drawer with dividers. Note the corners sleek
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Nickel

Stained Wood French Deco Style Desk by Widdicomb
Stained Wood French Deco Style Desk by Widdicomb

Stained Wood French Deco Style Desk by Widdicomb

H 29 in W 48 in D 18 in
Uber Smart Modern Walnut Desk by Widdicomb
Located in Miami, FL
desk from John Widdicomb. Finished all around in solid and bookmatched veneers, it is fitted with a
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Vintage 1950s American Desks and Writing Tables

Uber Smart Modern Walnut Desk by Widdicomb
Uber Smart Modern Walnut Desk by Widdicomb

Uber Smart Modern Walnut Desk by Widdicomb

H 29 in W 40 in D 20 in
Exquisite Original Art Deco Desk by Widdicomb
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This desk was manufactured by Widdicomb and is in original black lacquer with curvaceous silver
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20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Exquisite Original Art Deco Desk by Widdicomb
Exquisite Original Art Deco Desk by Widdicomb

Exquisite Original Art Deco Desk by Widdicomb

H 29.5 in W 46 in D 23.25 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings - Desk
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in San Francisco, CA
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings desk, by Widdicomb, bleached walnut, upper gallery with hinged compartment
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Vintage 1950s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings - Desk
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings - Desk

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings - Desk

H 36 in W 46 in D 22 in
Mid-Century Modern Teak Leather Top Desk by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in North York, ON
the desk top and top row of drawers wrapped in rich brown leather. The interiors of the drawers are
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Teak Leather Top Desk by John Widdicomb
Mid-Century Modern Teak Leather Top Desk by John Widdicomb

Mid-Century Modern Teak Leather Top Desk by John Widdicomb

H 29.5 in W 52 in D 24.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Teak Leather Top Desk by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in North York, ON
the desk top and top row of drawers wrapped in rich brown leather. The interiors of the drawers are
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Teak Leather Top Desk by John Widdicomb
Mid-Century Modern Teak Leather Top Desk by John Widdicomb

Mid-Century Modern Teak Leather Top Desk by John Widdicomb

H 29.5 in W 52 in D 24.5 in
1940s White Painted Writing Desk/ Vanity by Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Stamford, CT
1940s petite writing desk/vanity by Widdicomb. Newly repainted in an antique white finish with
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Vintage 1940s American Louis XV Desks

Materials

Brass

1940s White Painted Writing Desk/ Vanity by Widdicomb
1940s White Painted Writing Desk/ Vanity by Widdicomb

1940s White Painted Writing Desk/ Vanity by Widdicomb

H 34 in W 34 in D 22 in
John Widdicomb Burled Mahogany Leather Top Executive Desk
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional burled mahogany leather top executive desk by John Widdicomb. This high-end
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1990s American Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

John Widdicomb Burled Mahogany Leather Top Executive Desk
John Widdicomb Burled Mahogany Leather Top Executive Desk

John Widdicomb Burled Mahogany Leather Top Executive Desk

H 31.5 in W 84 in D 42 in
Fabulous John Widdicomb Walnut and Burl Wood Desk
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., John Widdicomb
Located in Houston, TX
Excellent desk designed by John Widdicomb. Desk has wonderful lines with a beautiful trellis work
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Fabulous John Widdicomb Walnut and Burl Wood Desk
Fabulous John Widdicomb Walnut and Burl Wood Desk

Fabulous John Widdicomb Walnut and Burl Wood Desk

H 29 in W 60 in D 28 in
John Widdicomb Chinoiserie Partners Desk Hand Painted Leather Top
By John Widdicomb
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare oil painted Chinoiserie partners desk made by John Widdicomb. Features drawers and cabinets on
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Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

John Widdicomb Chinoiserie Partners Desk Hand Painted Leather Top
John Widdicomb Chinoiserie Partners Desk Hand Painted Leather Top

John Widdicomb Chinoiserie Partners Desk Hand Painted Leather Top

H 31 in W 66 in D 38 in
Ebonized desk by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Ebonized desk by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Ebonized desk by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
Ebonized desk by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb

Ebonized desk by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb

Paint Decorated and Gilt Gold Louis XVI Style Vanity Desk by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Manhasset, NY
Paint decorated and gilt gold vanity or desk by John Widdicomb. This light grayish paint decorated
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Antique 1840s American Hollywood Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Paint Decorated and Gilt Gold Louis XVI Style Vanity Desk by John Widdicomb
Paint Decorated and Gilt Gold Louis XVI Style Vanity Desk by John Widdicomb

Paint Decorated and Gilt Gold Louis XVI Style Vanity Desk by John Widdicomb

H 30 in W 48 in D 20.5 in
John Widdicomb French Regency Louis XVI Walnut Demilune Writing Desk
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style demilune writing desk By Ralph Widdicomb for John
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Vintage 1950s American Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

John Widdicomb French Regency Louis XVI Walnut Demilune Writing Desk
John Widdicomb French Regency Louis XVI Walnut Demilune Writing Desk

John Widdicomb French Regency Louis XVI Walnut Demilune Writing Desk

H 30.5 in W 47.75 in D 19 in
Widdicomb Burl Campaign Executive Desk
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Pasadena, TX
Widdicomb burl campaign executive desk. Stunning burl version of the executive desk by John
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Widdicomb Burl Campaign Executive Desk
Widdicomb Burl Campaign Executive Desk

Widdicomb Burl Campaign Executive Desk

H 36 in W 72 in D 30.5 in
John Widdicomb Burl Wood and Brass Executive Desk, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern executive writing desk By John Widdicomb and produced by
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

John Widdicomb Burl Wood and Brass Executive Desk, Newly Refinished
John Widdicomb Burl Wood and Brass Executive Desk, Newly Refinished

John Widdicomb Burl Wood and Brass Executive Desk, Newly Refinished

H 30.75 in W 65.25 in D 31.5 in
John Widdicomb Burled Walnut Campaign Executive Desk
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pasadena, TX
An executive desk made by John Widdicomb in a campaign style with flat front drawers and recessed
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Vintage 1960s American Desks

Materials

Brass

John Widdicomb Burled Walnut Campaign Executive Desk
John Widdicomb Burled Walnut Campaign Executive Desk

John Widdicomb Burled Walnut Campaign Executive Desk

H 30 in W 72 in D 36 in
Writing Desk by John Widdicomb
Located in Pomona, CA
French provincial style writing desk by John Widdicomb.
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Late 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Writing Desk by John Widdicomb
Writing Desk by John Widdicomb

Writing Desk by John Widdicomb

H 30 in W 54.25 in D 26 in
Lacquered Desk by John Widdicomb
Located in Montreal, QC
Large lacquered wood and brass desk by John Widdicomb, the high gloss black surface decorated with
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Late 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Lacquered Desk by John Widdicomb
Lacquered Desk by John Widdicomb

Lacquered Desk by John Widdicomb

H 31 in W 67 in D 33.5 in
Modern Widdicomb Burl Walnut Campaign Style Two Paneled Desk / Credenza
By John Widdicomb, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Houston, TX
Wonderful and monumental Carpathian Elm / Burl walnut two paneled desk / credenza by John Widdicomb
Category

Vintage 1960s Hollywood Regency Desks

Materials

Burl

Modern Widdicomb Burl Walnut Campaign Style Two Paneled Desk / Credenza
Modern Widdicomb Burl Walnut Campaign Style Two Paneled Desk / Credenza

Modern Widdicomb Burl Walnut Campaign Style Two Paneled Desk / Credenza

H 30.5 in W 108 in D 19 in
French Directoire Style Painted Desk by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb, William A. Berkey Furniture Co.
Located in Manhasset, NY
square-tapering fluted legs ending in castors. Stamped John Widdicomb inside the drawer.
Category

Mid-20th Century Louis XVI Desks

Materials

Wood

French Directoire Style Painted Desk by John Widdicomb
French Directoire Style Painted Desk by John Widdicomb

French Directoire Style Painted Desk by John Widdicomb

H 29.25 in W 46 in D 27 in
Bert England for John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Leather Top Desk
By John Widdicomb, Bert England
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern writing desk or executive desk By Bert England for John
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Bert England for John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Leather Top Desk
Bert England for John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Leather Top Desk

Bert England for John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Leather Top Desk

H 29.5 in W 52 in D 24.5 in
French Directoire Style Painted Desk by John Widdicomb
Located in Manhasset, NY
square-tapering fluted legs ending in castors. Stamped John Widdicomb inside the drawer.
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Vintage 1960s French Directoire Desks and Writing Tables

French Directoire Style Painted Desk by John Widdicomb
French Directoire Style Painted Desk by John Widdicomb

French Directoire Style Painted Desk by John Widdicomb

H 29.25 in W 46 in D 27 in
French Directoire Style Painted Desk by John Widdicomb
Located in Manhasset, NY
square-tapering fluted legs ending in castors. Stamped John Widdicomb inside the drawer.
Category

Vintage 1960s French Directoire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

French Directoire Style Painted Desk by John Widdicomb
French Directoire Style Painted Desk by John Widdicomb

French Directoire Style Painted Desk by John Widdicomb

H 29.25 in W 46 in D 27 in
A Desk by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare desk known as the "ironing board" by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Original finish.
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Vintage 1950s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

A Desk by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
A Desk by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb

A Desk by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb

H 29 in W 72 in D 27 in
Widdicomb Mid Century Desk by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted dark mahogany kneehole desk with three drawers to each side and a middle pencil
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Widdicomb Mid Century Desk by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings
Widdicomb Mid Century Desk by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings

Widdicomb Mid Century Desk by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings

H 29.25 in W 48 in D 26 in
Machine Age Desk Designed by Donald Deskey for Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco desk with streamline design in highly figured avodire wood and black
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20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Machine Age Desk Designed by Donald Deskey for Widdicomb
Machine Age Desk Designed by Donald Deskey for Widdicomb

Machine Age Desk Designed by Donald Deskey for Widdicomb

H 30 in W 50 in D 17 in
Robbsjohn Gibbings Desk for Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
Simple and attractive desk by Gibbings for Widdicomb. A pair of drawers to the right with a wide
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20th Century American Desks

Materials

Walnut

Robbsjohn Gibbings Desk for Widdicomb
Robbsjohn Gibbings Desk for Widdicomb

Robbsjohn Gibbings Desk for Widdicomb

H 29 in W 44 in D 22 in
Desk by Donald Deskey for the Widdicomb Company
Located in New York, NY
Burled Carpathian Elm with Ebonized Sides and Brushed Aluminum Pulls
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20th Century Desks

Desk by Donald Deskey for the Widdicomb Company
Desk by Donald Deskey for the Widdicomb Company

Desk by Donald Deskey for the Widdicomb Company

H 30 in W 45 in D 18.5 in
Walnut Desk by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A petite walnut desk designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb.
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Vintage 1950s American Desks

Walnut Desk by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Walnut Desk by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb

Walnut Desk by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb

H 30 in W 60 in D 24 in
Writing Desk in Carpathian Elm with Brass Base by Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
Writing desk with 3 drawers in Carpathian elm with brass base by Widdicomb, American 1970's
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Vintage 1970s American Desks

Writing Desk in Carpathian Elm with Brass Base by Widdicomb
Writing Desk in Carpathian Elm with Brass Base by Widdicomb

Writing Desk in Carpathian Elm with Brass Base by Widdicomb

H 30 in W 66 in D 32 in
Walnut Desk by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This walnut desk was designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb in the 1950s. It is finished
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Desk by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings
Walnut Desk by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings

Walnut Desk by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings

H 30.5 in W 61 in D 24 in
Machine Age Cherry Desk with Brass Accents by Hickory MFG
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Hickory Manufacturing Company
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Made by Hickory Manufacturing Furniture Company, this cherrywood desk is an interesting hybrid of
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Vintage 1950s American Machine Age Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Machine Age Cherry Desk with Brass Accents by Hickory MFG
Machine Age Cherry Desk with Brass Accents by Hickory MFG

Machine Age Cherry Desk with Brass Accents by Hickory MFG

H 29 in W 43.75 in L 29 in
Elegant Desk Chair with Conical Walnut Legs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Elegant desk chair with conical walnut legs and upholstered seat and back by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Elegant Desk Chair with Conical Walnut Legs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Elegant Desk Chair with Conical Walnut Legs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Elegant Desk Chair with Conical Walnut Legs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

H 32.5 in W 18.5 in D 23 in
John Widdicomb Vintage French Writing Desk
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering a beautiful painted French writing desk or vanity by John Widdicomb. The desk features
Category

Vintage 1960s French Provincial Vanities

Materials

Wood, Paint

John Widdicomb Vintage French Writing Desk
John Widdicomb Vintage French Writing Desk

John Widdicomb Vintage French Writing Desk

H 30 in W 47.25 in D 20 in
George Nakashima Desk
By George Nakashima
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Walnut Desk, designed by George Nakashima for Widdicomb, circa 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

George Nakashima Desk
George Nakashima Desk

George Nakashima Desk

H 28.5 in W 60 in D 26.25 in
Widdicomb Walnut Armchair / Desk Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
A sculptural walnut desk chair with leather upholstery by Widdicomb.
Category

Vintage 1950s Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Widdicomb Walnut Armchair / Desk Chair
Widdicomb Walnut Armchair / Desk Chair

Widdicomb Walnut Armchair / Desk Chair

H 33 in W 24 in D 22 in
Mid Century Desk by Bert England for Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb, Bert England
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage writing desk with leather wrapped surface. The piece is by Bert England for John
Category

Vintage 1950s American Tables

Materials

Wood, Leather

Mid Century Desk by Bert England for Widdicomb
Mid Century Desk by Bert England for Widdicomb

Mid Century Desk by Bert England for Widdicomb

H 30 in W 52 in D 24 in
George Nakashima desk
Located in Chicago, IL
Nice single pedestal desk designed by George Nakashima for Widdicomb.
Category

20th Century American Desks

George Nakashima desk
George Nakashima desk

George Nakashima desk

H 28.75 in W 60 in D 26 in
Widdicomb Chinese Chippendale Style Mahogany Display Cabinet with Butler’s Desk
By John Widdicomb
Located in Milford, NH
desk by John Widdicomb Co, Grand Rapids, Michigan, featuring a beautifully carved reticulated split
Category

Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Widdicomb Chinese Chippendale Style Mahogany Display Cabinet with Butler’s Desk
Widdicomb Chinese Chippendale Style Mahogany Display Cabinet with Butler’s Desk

Widdicomb Chinese Chippendale Style Mahogany Display Cabinet with Butler’s Desk

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John Widdicomb French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Vanity or Writing Desk
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style vanity or writing desk By John Widdicomb. USA
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John Widdicomb French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Vanity or Writing Desk
John Widdicomb French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Vanity or Writing Desk

John Widdicomb French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Vanity or Writing Desk

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Hollywood Regency Bert England Leather Top Desk
By Bert England
Located in New York, NY
Well designed desk by Bert England for John Widdicomb. The desk has a total of 5 pull out drawers
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Hollywood Regency Bert England Leather Top Desk
Hollywood Regency Bert England Leather Top Desk

Hollywood Regency Bert England Leather Top Desk

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By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Widdicomb six piece modular unit combines display storage with sliding glass doors, drop front
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Mid-Century Modern Stack Dresser W/ Desk by Widdcomb
Mid-Century Modern Stack Dresser W/ Desk by Widdcomb

Mid-Century Modern Stack Dresser W/ Desk by Widdcomb

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Mid-Century Modern Style Drop Front Dresser with Desk by Widdcomb
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Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Widdicomb six piece modular unit combines display storage with sliding glass doors, drop front
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Mid-Century Modern Style Drop Front Dresser with Desk by Widdcomb
Mid-Century Modern Style Drop Front Dresser with Desk by Widdcomb

Mid-Century Modern Style Drop Front Dresser with Desk by Widdcomb

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John Widdicomb Executive Desk
By John Widdicomb, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Brass and burled-wood three-drawer desk by Widdicomb. Waterfall corner details connect legs and
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

John Widdicomb Executive Desk
John Widdicomb Executive Desk

John Widdicomb Executive Desk

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John Widdicomb Desk by Dale Ford
By John Widdicomb, Dale Ford
Located in Miami, FL
Mid Century desk by Dale Ford for John Widdicomb.   
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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John Widdicomb Desk by Dale Ford
John Widdicomb Desk by Dale Ford

John Widdicomb Desk by Dale Ford

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Glamorous Brass and Burl Wood Desk by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in North Hollywood, CA
High gloss polyurethane burl wood and patinated brass desk by John Widdicomb.  
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Glamorous Brass and Burl Wood Desk by John Widdicomb
Glamorous Brass and Burl Wood Desk by John Widdicomb

Glamorous Brass and Burl Wood Desk by John Widdicomb

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Vintage Burl Wood and Brass Campaign Desk by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage burl wood campaign desk designed by John Widdicomb for Widdicomb Furniture in the United
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Vintage Burl Wood and Brass Campaign Desk by John Widdicomb
Vintage Burl Wood and Brass Campaign Desk by John Widdicomb

Vintage Burl Wood and Brass Campaign Desk by John Widdicomb

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Mid-Century Modern Teak Leather Top Desk by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
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the desk top and top row of drawers wrapped in rich brown leather. The interiors of the drawers are
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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Teak Leather Top Desk by John Widdicomb
Mid-Century Modern Teak Leather Top Desk by John Widdicomb

Mid-Century Modern Teak Leather Top Desk by John Widdicomb

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Vintage Leather Top Desk by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb, Bert England
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous leather top desk designed by Bert England for John Widdicomb. Features two file drawers on
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

Vintage Leather Top Desk by John Widdicomb
Vintage Leather Top Desk by John Widdicomb

Vintage Leather Top Desk by John Widdicomb

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John Widdicomb Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Campaign Burl Wood Executive Desk
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign executive desk By John Widdicomb USA
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

John Widdicomb Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Campaign Burl Wood Executive Desk
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Campaign Burl Wood Executive Desk

John Widdicomb Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Campaign Burl Wood Executive Desk

H 29.75 in W 72 in D 36 in
20th Century Queen Anne Revival English Chinoiserie Desk by John Widdicomb
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20th Century Queen Anne Revival English Chinoiserie Desk by John Widdicomb
20th Century Queen Anne Revival English Chinoiserie Desk by John Widdicomb

20th Century Queen Anne Revival English Chinoiserie Desk by John Widdicomb

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Superb Kneehole Desk by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Stellar example of the iconic "Kneehole" desk by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa
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Superb Kneehole Desk by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Superb Kneehole Desk by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb

Superb Kneehole Desk by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb

H 29.5 in W 48 in D 26 in

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Desk By Widdicomb For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal desk by widdicomb for your home. A desk by widdicomb — often made from wood, walnut and metal — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the desk by widdicomb you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A desk by widdicomb made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one desk by widdicomb that is appealing in its simplicity, but T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co. and John Widdicomb produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Desk By Widdicomb?

The average selling price for a desk by widdicomb at 1stDibs is $3,950, while they’re typically $760 on the low end and $16,500 for the highest priced.
Questions About Desk By Widdicomb
  • What chair is best for a George Nakashima Origins for Widdicomb desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Which chair is best for a George Nakashima Origins for Widdicomb desk is largely a matter of preference. George Nakashima chairs with Shaker-inspired spindle backs like the Mira and Conoid tend to complement the lines of the desks in the collection. However, you can mix and match styles to create an eclectic look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of George Nakashima desks and chairs.
  • How do I identify Widdicomb furniture?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    To identify Widdicomb furniture, look for a paper label. On tables, you will usually find it on the underside of the tabletop, while it is typically affixed to the bottoms of seats on chairs. With casegoods, search for the label on the backs or bottoms as well as inside drawers and cabinets. The paper label will identify the maker and may also provide information about the name of the collection and/or the year of production. A certified appraiser or expert antiques dealer can also assist you with identification. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Widdicomb furniture.
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    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.
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    A person of average height should have a desk that is 28 to 30 inches high.

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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The weight of a tanker desk depends on the materials used and style. Some tanker desks are crafted with solid wood and others with sheet metal, causing a range of weights across the different types. Shop a wide range of vintage tanker desks on 1stDibs.

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