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Amazing Handmade Desk in Parchment, D by Michel Leo, Made in Italy
By Michel Leo
Located in Milan, IT
Amazing desk in parchment and by Michel Leo in Art Deco style. Handmade. Made in Italy.    
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Desk in Parchment "Leather" and Wood from the 50s, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Red lacquered wood desk from the 50s, Italian. Desk 1950s Country: France Materials: parchment
Category

Vintage 1950s French Space Age Desks

Materials

Wood, Leather

Centre desk table in parchment, eclecticism
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Elegant desk table, with arched legs and finished baccellate silver leaf patinated, the body is
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Silver Leaf

Centre desk table in parchment, eclecticism
Centre desk table in parchment, eclecticism
H 30.52 in W 50.6 in D 22.45 in
Midcentury Style Parchment Executive Desk
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Midcentury style writing desk cover with charcoal goatskin color and resin finish. Legs are in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writ...

Materials

Brass

Parchment Faceted Art Deco Desk, circa 1970
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This 1970s desk achieves a modest stateliness, its mottled paper parchment & faceted brass corners
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Vintage 1970s European Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Parchment Faceted Art Deco Desk, circa 1970
Parchment Faceted Art Deco Desk, circa 1970
H 29.5 in W 70.88 in D 31.5 in
Rare Aldo Tura green parchment desk with gloss lacquer
By Aldo Tura
Located in London, GB
Rare Aldo Tura desk in malachite green parchment and black lacquer. The top is goatskin with a
Category

Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Parchment Paper

Big Desk Art Deco in Wood and Parchment, with 3 Drawers, 1930, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Material: wood and parchment leather It is an elegant and
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Parchment Paper, Wood

Custom Parchment and Bone Desk
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Made to order, custom desk covered in parchment with trim detail and pulls in bone. The desk shown
Category

2010s Philippine Art Deco Desks

Materials

Bone, Leather, Wood, Goatskin

Custom Parchment and Bone Desk
Custom Parchment and Bone Desk
H 30.5 in W 54 in D 25.75 in
Custom Mahogany and Parchment Desk Featuring Three Central Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Custom parchment and mahogany writing desk. This desk is custom made. It can be crafted in your
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks

Materials

Mahogany, Parchment Paper

Aldo Tura large desk brown goatskin parchment brass chrome 1960s
By Aldo Tura
Located in Paris, IDF
glamorous. The varnished goatskin parchment, in rich shades of brown and dark brown, makes this desk typical
Category

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

Materials

Goatskin

Parchment Desk with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Iconic Writing Desk is both elegant and minimalist with its classic aesthetic that showcases
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

1970s Monumental Carved Oak Wood Parchment Natural Travertine Console Table Desk
By Karl Springer
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
table or desk you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful table is
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Travertine

Superb Parchment Covered Desk by Primavera, Art Deco, France, 1930's
By Primavera
Located in Paris, FR
Superb Art Deco desk/secretaire by Primavera. It is made of a beech wood structure, all faces
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks

Materials

Chrome

1930s French Art Deco Table Clock in Red Parchment
Located in Milan, IT
1930s Original French Art Deco Table Clock in Red Parchment, It works perfectly.
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Wood

Parchment Vanity with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R & Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
creates the "melting" effect against the parchment inlay. This desk includes 5 drawers total with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Osvaldo Borsani Desk
By Atelier Borsani Varedo, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in New York, NY
7-drawer desk by Osvaldo Borsani for ABV. Rosewood, maple, brass. Curved desk finished on both
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Osvaldo Borsani Desk
Osvaldo Borsani Desk
H 31.5 in W 67 in D 33 in
Art Deco Desk in the style of Jacques-Emile Ruhlmann (1879-1933), France, 1920s
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco desk on curved tapered legs. The desk has a corresponding design on the front and
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Palisander, Rosewood

Ivory Lacquered Desk with Leather Top by Alessandro for Baker, 1980s
By Alessandro Gambrielli, Alessandro for Baker Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous desk or console table designed by European designer and artist Alessandro Gabrielli
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Lacquer, Wood, Parchment Paper

Italian Mid-Century Style Black Lacquered Desk
By Aldo Tura
Located in New York, NY
Italian Mid-Century style black lacquered desk with brass trimmed edge and 4 drawers supported on 2
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Prod. Italy, c. 1930 Deco desk with curvilinear forms
Located in London, GB
Made in Italy, probably c. 1930 Long Déco desk with curved shapes veneered and edged in wood and
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

French Antique Art Deco Macassar Bureau Plat Writing Desk circa 1930
Located in Shippensburg, PA
recommend placing a piece of glass on the top of the desk to preserve the parchment for the years to come; a
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

1950s Modernism Frank Kyle & Pepe Mendoza Luxurious Desk Dry Bar Mexico
By Frank Kyle, Pepe Mendoza
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Custom Sculptural Desk Dry Bar in Rosewood and Parchment Bronze applications designed by FRANK KYLE
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Malachite, Brass, Bronze, Gold Leaf

Ralph Lauren "ZITA" Sidetable or Desk by Allison Palladin for Ralph Lauren
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Plainview, NY
Ralph Lauren "ZITA" side table or desk by Allison Palladin for Ralph Lauren. The Zita side table by
Category

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

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Vanity Table or Desk After Style of Ruhlmann
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Oakland, CA
French Art Deco Desk In Style of Ruhlmann. Macassar wood was chosen and the “ivorite” plastic
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21st Century and Contemporary Argentine Art Deco Desks

Materials

Macassar

Parchment Desk or Side Chair
By Karl Springer
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Single side chair cover with dark green grey parchment in the style of Karl Springer. (High gloss
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Goatskin, Parchment Paper

Parchment Desk or Side Chair
Parchment Desk or Side Chair
H 38 in W 18 in D 17 in
18th Century Dutch Burl Walnut Secretary Cabinet Scriban Desk library Antique LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
An important and rare 18th century Dutch burl walnut secretaire cabinet Scriban desk Enclosing
Category

Antique 18th Century Dutch Desks

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Elegant Desk Lamp in Red Leather and Parchment Shade
By Hermès
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Unusual table/desk lamp with red leather covered stem, original parchment shade, chrome plated
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

French Modernist Desk Lamp with Parchment Shade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic French modernist desk lamp with parchment shade. Dimensions listed (10 in. diameter x 18 in
Category

Vintage 1920s French Bauhaus Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Delizia Leather Book
By Giannini
Located in Milan, IT
bookbinder Giannini. The interior contains handmade ivory parchment paper stitched by hand.
Category

2010s Italian Desk Sets

Materials

Leather, Paper

Delizia Leather Book
Delizia Leather Book
H 7.09 in W 5.12 in D 0.79 in
Dandy Leather Notebook
By Giannini
Located in Milan, IT
parchment paper within is fastened by a leather cover strap.
Category

2010s Italian Desk Sets

Materials

Leather

Dandy Leather Notebook
Dandy Leather Notebook
H 9.45 in W 6.7 in D 0.4 in
1950's Vintage Charles Eames Fiberglass Shell Armchairs for Herman Miller-A Pair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in New Orleans, LA
A pair of Charles Eames molded fiberglass shell arm chairs for Herman Miller, in a parchment color
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mixed Exotic Shagreen & Wood Contemporary Waste Basket by R&Y Augousti of Paris
By R & Y Augousti
Located in San Diego, CA
, shell, parchment, eel-skin, semi-precious stones, snakeskins and metal. Their stunning patterns are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Organic Modern More Desk Access...

Materials

Wood, Shagreen

1970s Parchment Console Desk and Chair, Set of 2
By Karl Springer
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
, faux goatskin paper, desk and chair is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed
Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Metal & Parchment Desk Lamp, Maroon, June, Inspired by Handmaid's Tale
By Tugce Sonmez Evin
Located in Mugla, Bodrum
Materials: Metal body with electrostatic paint & parchment lampshade Cable length: 185 cm Voltage
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Metal & Parchment Desk Lamp, Black, June, Inspired by Handmaid's Tale
By Tugce Sonmez Evin
Located in Mugla, Bodrum
Materials: Metal body with electrostatic paint & parchment lampshade Cable length: 185 cm Voltage
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Metal & Parchment Desk Lamp, White, June, Inspired by Handmaid's Tale
By Tugce Sonmez Evin
Located in Mugla, Bodrum
Materials: Metal body with electrostatic paint & parchment lampshade Cable length: 185 cm Voltage
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

French Modern Neoclassical Leather & Parchment Table or Desk Lamp, Hermès, 1940
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless French mid-century leather table lamp or desk lamp attributed to Hermes in the
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Leather, Parchment Paper

SERIES04 Pivot-Arm Desk Lamp, Polish Unlacquered Brass, Goatskin Parchment Shade
By Adam Otlewski
Located in Ozone Park, NY
Solid machined brass and goatskin parchment shade with hand-dyed braided cotton cord. Adjustable
Category

2010s American Bauhaus Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Series04 Pivot-Arm Desk Lamp, Dark Patinated Brass, Goatskin Parchment Shade
By Adam Otlewski
Located in Ozone Park, NY
Solid machined brass and goatskin parchment shade with hand-dyed braided cotton cord. Adjustable
Category

2010s American Bauhaus Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer parchment dining table, USA/Germany, 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in London, GB
This parchment table attributed to Karl Springer, is monolithic with grand proportions, seating up
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Parchment Paper

Small Minimalist Teak Lamp with Parchment Paper Shade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small minimalist teak lamp with parchment paper shade. Great as a desk lamp or where a small lamp
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Rattan, Parchment Paper, Teak

Gio Ponti walnut, parchment, and brass console or dressing table, Italy, 1930s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Console in American walnut, parchment, and brass, designed by Gio Ponti in the 1930s and produced
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Guglielmo Ulrich Coffee Table Art Deco Late 1930s with Glass Top and Parchment
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in bari, IT
parchment paper on the feet. Ulrich's production is characterised by a great prolificness in producing a
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood, Parchment Paper

Chic Glazed Ceramic Desk Lamp by Accolay, France
By Accolay Pottery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic Glazed Ceramic Desk Lamp by Accolay Pottery, France. Includes European style parchment shade
Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Parchment Paper

French Mid-Century Wrought Iron & Parchment Table Lamp Attr to Gilbert Poillerat
By Gilbert Poillerat
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant, hand made, Unique French Mid-Century Modern table lamp or desk lamp in hand forged and
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Jacques Adnet Curved Desk Lamp With Black Leather Trim, France 1950's
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
Desk lamp made for various embassies by Jacques Adnet, this one bears a bronze medallion
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Czech mid century modern tripod desk lamp by Helena Frantova for Okolo, Czech.
By Zukov, Helena Frantova
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid century modern desk lamp was designed by Helena Frantova and produced by Okolo in the 1950 in
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Dutch Art Deco desk lamp by Daalderop, 1920s
By Daalderop KDM Royal Holland
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
. This one is the nickel version. The lampshade is made of painted parchment, and is reminiscent of
Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Dutch Art Deco desk lamp by Daalderop, 1920s
Dutch Art Deco desk lamp by Daalderop, 1920s
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H 11.82 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
1952 Mid-Century Sirrica Brass Marble Candlestick Rutgers College Desk Lamp
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid-century Sirrica desk or library lamp. Made of brass and marble featuring footed base with round
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pair of 'Pastille' Satin White Glazed Ceramic Table Lamps by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Studio ceramic base with a satin white glaze and European style parchment shades (no harp or finial
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Parchment Paper

'Pastille' Satin White Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Studio ceramic base with a satin white glaze and European style parchment shade (no harp or finial
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Parchment Paper

Giltwood Thermometer & Perpetual Calendar Attributed to F.Linke, France, c. 1880
By François Linke
Located in PARIS, FR
parchment background, and for the alcohol thermometer, graduations indicating some states in Nature as “Ice
Category

Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Scientific Instruments

Materials

Sheet Metal

Italy, 1950's
Located in Milan, IT
Art Nouveau desk lamp, made out of carved hazel nut wood, depicts an octopus holding a lantern with
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Copper

Italy, 1950's
Italy, 1950's
H 19 in W 13.5 in D 7 in
Josef Frank J.T. Kalmar Table Lamp Tisch-Überall, Brass & Leather, Austria, 1930
By Oskar Wlach, Josef Frank, Haus & Garten, Svenskt Tenn, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A wonderful Viennese Modernism table or desk lamp form the 1930s, designed by Josef Frank for Haus
Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Iron, Wire, Brass

Set of two early 1900s Carlo Bugatti Ladies ''Gong'' chairs
By Carlo Bugatti
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A stunning pair of early 20th century Carlo Bugatti (1856 - 1940) side or desk chairs, which are
Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Side Chairs

Materials

Copper, Zinc

Mid-20th Century French Leather Magazine Rack by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Dallas, TX
in the 1950s, in association with Hermès, created chairs, lamps, desks and other pieces that employed
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Leather

Important Table Lamp with Original Shade by Dupré-Lafon for Hermès
By Paul Dupré-Lafon
Located in NYC, NY
A rare Hermes desk/table lamp designed by Paul Dupré-Lafon formed of circular sections of stacked
Category

Vintage 1930s French Table Lamps

Charles and Ray Eames "DAR" Armchair by Zenith for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Zenith, Herman Miller
Located in Highland, IN
of five colors including parchment. The Zenith produced shells are distinctive for their high fiber
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Ralph Lauren Cannes Estate Large Side Tables Single Drawers Brass Detail
By Ralph Lauren
Located in GB
the matching desk and chair, I also have the French large Louise XV armchair, all listed under my
Category

20th Century French French Provincial Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Italian Modern Designer Gabriella Crespi Blonde Console Table
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Forney, TX
, matched parquetry inlays, parchment, rich lacquered finish, having a rectangular top with inset silver
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Console Tables

Materials

Metal

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Desk In Parchment For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the desk in parchment you’re looking for. Each desk in parchment for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and paper. If you’re shopping for a desk in parchment, we have 218 options in-stock, while there are 28 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a desk in parchment — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right desk in parchment, those designed in mid-century modern, Art Deco and modern styles are of considerable interest. Karl Springer, Herman Miller and Aldo Tura each produced at least one beautiful desk in parchment that is worth considering.

How Much is a Desk In Parchment?

The average selling price for a desk in parchment at 1stDibs is $6,339, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $275,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Desk In Parchment
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A Murphy desk is a wall-mounted desk that folds out to provide a work surface for a laptop, tablet, documents, and other items. It is a great solution if you have a little space or don't require a full desk every day. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murphy desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A captain’s desk is a type of desk that you stand at rather than sit in front of. It usually has an angled desktop and decorative molding. Captain Josiah Davenport commissioned the British furniture maker Gillows of Lancaster to design the first one in the late 18th century. Sometimes, people refer to the furnishing as a Davenport desk in his honor. Shop a variety of captain’s desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

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

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A skinny desk is sometimes called a writing desk. The name comes from the fact that the smaller desktop provides enough space for writing but doesn’t offer much extra room for storage or a computer. Shop a range of writing desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A secretary desk works with the help of hinges that secure the writing surface to the rest of the piece. To use one, you simply pull down on the wooden door to open the hinge and lower the writing surface. Return the desk to its closed position by lifting the writing surface up. You'll find a selection of secretary desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    The best desk lamp is a matter of preference — the right fixture can help you work more efficiently while also reducing eye strain. LED desk lamps in the 2700K to 4500K color temperature range often provide a warm and pleasing light under which to work. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and modern desk lamps from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.