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1970s Gucci Pewter Mini Sparrow Votive Holder Desk Accessory
By Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a miniature votive holder/trinket bowl made by Gucci in the 1970s. In the form of a
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1970s Italian For The Desk

Ascot Florentine Dagger Lighter Letter Opener Paper Weight Gold and Brown 1950s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
. Hollywood Regency style dagger form lighter letter opener paper weight, desk accessory, coffee table lighter
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Mid-20th Century American For The Desk

20th Century Writing Desk in the Neo-Rococo Forms
Located in Opole, PL
. It is composed of two drawers and an adjustable and lockable desk top. The whole is supported on
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Early 20th Century European Rococo Revival Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Midcentury Geometric Machined Bronze Turner's Cube Desk Paperweight / Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine midcentury geometric bronze paperweight for the desk. In the form of a turner's cube of
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

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Bronze

1964 Monte Carlo Rally Replica Mini Front End In The Form Of A Desk
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An Unusual 1964 Monte Carlo Rally Replica Mini Front End, in the form of a desk (modern), with
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20th Century Monacan Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Gampel-Stoll Elephant Desk in Kidney Form
By Gampel-Stoll
Located in Norwalk, CT
Gampell-Stoll furniture offers the penultimate in whimsical, exotic themed furnishings. This desk
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Free-Form Desk Set, 1960
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Desk, bookcase and tripod chair in solid mahogany, Circa 1960. The trestle desk has a 5 cm thick
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Brutalist Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Free-Form Desk Set, 1960
Free-Form Desk Set, 1960
H 29.69 in W 60.24 in D 20.87 in
Victorian Brass Inkwell In The Form Of A Terrier
Located in Essex, MA
Cast terrier with hinge lid opening to an inkwell. From the estate of the founder of Yankee Candle Co.
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Inkwells

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Brass

English Brass Inkstand in the Form of a Lobster
Located in London, GB
English brass inkwell in the form of a lobster English, late 19th century Measures: Height 9.5cm
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Inkwells

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Brass

Victorian Desk Kidney Form Writing Table
Located in Potters Bar, GB
walnut Victorian style kidney desk Swivel chair is not included - but is available so please email us if
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Vintage 1980s Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Brights of Nettlebed, Stunning Double Side Pedestal Desk
By Brights of Nettlebed
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sale this beautiful and well made partners desk , it is double side , the
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21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

19th Century Mahogany Inkwell in the Form of a Capstan
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
19th century model of a ship's capstan in mahogany with a hinged lid enclosing an inkwell.
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Antique 1880s English Inkwells

Early 19th Century British Davenport Desk in the Manner of Gillows
Located in Dallas, TX
British/Irish Society. It is one of the FINEST examples we have EVER seen! This desk form was popular
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Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood

Karl Springer Rare "Goatskin Free Form Desk" 1988
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare and exceptional "Goatskin Free Form Desk" in lacquered goatskin with drawer by Karl Springer
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Goatskin, Wood, Lacquer

Mid 19th Century Inkwell in the Form of a Pocket Globe
Located in London, GB
A fantastic inkwell in the form of a pocket globe, dating from the mid 19th century.
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Inkwells

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Pewter

Mid 19th Century Inkwell in the Form of a Pocket Globe
Located in London, GB
A fantastic inkwell in the form of a pocket globe, dating from the mid 19th century.
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Inkwells

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Pewter

Mid 19th Century Page Turner in the Form of a Monkey
Located in London, GB
What a wonderful page turner. Realistically carved in the form of a monkey, the turner has that
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Antique 1840s French Victorian More Desk Accessories

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Hardwood

English Regency Desk Set in Form of British Sailors Defending a Fort with Mortar
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare and very unusual bronze desk set in the form of British sailors ( or Jack Tars
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Antique 1810s English Regency Inkwells

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Bronze

Swivel Tilt Office Desk Chair by the Good Form General Fireproofing Company
By General Fireproofing Company, GoodForm
Located in New York, NY
Architectural design, commercial quality swivel, tilt desk, office chair by Good Form, General
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

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
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Vintage 1930s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Set of Lacquered Vellum Drawing Forms/Desk Accessories, Italy, 20th Century
Located in New York City, NY
Set of Lacquered Vellum Drawing Forms/Desk Accessories, Italy, 20th C. Elegant vintage drawing
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20th Century Italian Other Inkwells

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Animal Skin, Wood

Fabulous Edwardian Inlaid Desk in the Carlton House Style
By Carlton House Fine Furniture
Located in Dublin, IE
A fabulous Edwardian mahogany desk in the Carlton house style, finely carved, line inlaid and cross
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

20th Century Imperial Bureau Plat / Writing Desk in the Style of Louis XVI
Located in Berlin, DE
Imperial bureau plat / desk in the style of Louis XVI Piano black polished veneer on solid oak
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20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

A Stunning Edwardian Desk in the Carlton House Style by Maple of London
By Maple & Co.
Located in Dublin, IE
/4 pierced brass gallery rail. Raised over desk top of serpentine form fitted with a gorgeous green
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Impressive French Writing Desk in the Antique Style of Louis XIV Mahogany Bronze
Located in Berlin, DE
sides by three drawers with embedded filling flanked by fittings in the form of female masks on a curved
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20th Century French Louis XIV Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

19th Century Austro-Hungarian Bronze Pen Wipe in the Form of a Lizard
Located in London, GB
A fantastic and very large pen wipe in the form of a lizard, beautifully cast in bronze the lizard
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Antique 1890s Austrian Victorian More Desk Accessories

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Bronze

Very Large Mahogany Centrepiece Partners’ Desk in the Chippendale Style
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A very large mahogany centrepiece partners’ desk in the Chippendale style, attributed to Maples or
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Antique Early 1900s English Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Stunning Late 19th Century Desk in the Thomas Chippendale Manner
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Dublin, IE
A stunning late 19th century mahogany desk in the Thomas Chippendale manner. The moulded top of
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Antique Late 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Unusual Mid 19th Century Bronze & Ormolu Inkwell in the Form of Well-Cast Coc
Located in London, GB
An unusual mid 19th Century bronze & ormolu Inkwell in the form of well-cast Cockerel with lifting
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Inkwells

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Bronze

A cast bronze sprung hinged letter / document clip in the form of a crane’s head
Located in Chonburi, TH
example of functional artistry. Crafted in the form of a crane's head, it embodies the grace and elegance
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Paperweights

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Bronze

Patinated and Fire-Gilt Clock in the Form of a Vase c. 1800
Located in 263-0031, JP
A French patinated and fire-gilt clock in the form of a vase, Empire Era, 1800-1815. The silk
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

French Bronze Match Strike in the Form of an Old Soldier as a Water Seller
Located in London, GB
A very well cast and interesting French patinated bronze match strike. It is in the form of a water
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Grand Tour More Desk Accessories

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Bronze

Pair of Gilt and Leather Pedestal Desks in the Regency Manner
Located in London, GB
Fine Pair of Antique Pedestal Desks in the Regency Manner Constructed in goncalo alves, with gilt
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20th Century British Regency Desks

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Bronze

Desk, Vintage, Mahogany, Gilding, Book-Spine Form Drawers, History of England
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
I have never seen a desk like this before, it is really quirky, a great conversation piece. Tan
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Vintage 1980s English Post-Modern Desks

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Mahogany, Giltwood

Rare Walnut Desk in the Anglo-Japanese Style Designed by Thomas Jeckyll
By Thomas Jeckyll, Charles Hindley & Sons
Located in London, GB
decoration if not in form- by interest in Japan” (Cooper p. 138). As can be seen on the desk, the style and
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Antique Late 19th Century Anglo-Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

English Pine Faux Bamboo Desk with Two Drawers and H-Form Cross Stretcher
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English pine faux bamboo desk with two drawers and cross stretcher. Introduce a touch of rustic
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20th Century English Rustic Desks and Writing Tables

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Faux Bamboo, Pine

Large Solid Mahogany Victorian Gillows Serpentine Partners Desk, circa 1870
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dorking, GB
the desk are in raised relief and form part of the desk itself i.e. they are not stuck onto the desk
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Early 19th Century Regency Mahogany Carlton House Desk, circa 1820
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A large early 19th century Sheraton "Carlton House" form desk of substantial size in ribboned
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Antique 1820s English Regency Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Late 19th Century Silver Gilt and Horn Letter Opener in the Form of a Lizard
Located in London, GB
A wonderful quality Austro Hungarian letter opener in the form of a lizard - the realistically
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Antique 1890s Austrian Victorian Letter Openers

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Bronze

Very Rare Gillow Breakfront Library Desk Brass Gallery Burr Amboyna Wood
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
desk with brass gallery in Burr Amboyna timber, circa 1852-1857 An exceptionally rare example of a
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Antique 1850s English High Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Burl

1790 Gillows Cuban Hardwood Library Secretaire Desk Writing Table I Bramah Lock
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare circa 1790 George III Library writing desk
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood

Desk Fryklund in pine by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Göteborg, SE
The desk "Fryklund" by Carl Malmsten in pine is a classic and timeless high-quality piece of
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Pine

Desk Fryklund in pine by Carl Malmsten
Desk Fryklund in pine by Carl Malmsten
H 44.49 in W 44.49 in D 27.96 in
English Mahogany Partners Desk of the Georgian Period
Located in London, GB
Constructed in a well patinated San Domingo mahogany of rectangular form, rising from a plinth base
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Antique 18th Century English George III Desks

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Leather, Mahogany

EPIFANIA DESK + CUBE Mapa Burl Veneer Desk and Chest of Drawers
By Studio Christine Kalia
Located in Larnaca, CY
assemblage brings together two seemingly related volumes to create a higher rectangular profile desk and a
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2010s Greek Desks and Writing Tables

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Burl, Wood

Unique Italian Free Standing Desk in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Writing desk, teak, vinyl, brass, plywood, beech, Italy, circa. 1960 This highly refined desk that
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Unique Italian Free Standing Desk in Teak
Unique Italian Free Standing Desk in Teak
H 29.93 in W 74.81 in D 33.08 in
Writing Desk with Marquetry Top in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
. Concealed within its sleek form are two discreet drawers, providing convenient storage for stationery or
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Vintage 1940s Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Writing Desk with Marquetry Top in Walnut
Writing Desk with Marquetry Top in Walnut
H 29.53 in W 53.94 in D 27.17 in
Restored Gothic Revival Desk Side Bookcases Drawer Writing Slope Pugin Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London, Pugin
Located in GB
partner desk with top drawer writing slope and side bookcases made by either Gillows of Lancaster or Pugin
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Antique 1840s English Gothic Revival Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Oak

Rare 1794 George III Gillows of Lancaster Double Sided Postmasters Sorting Desk
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
Lancaster twin pedestal double sided postmasters desk in paneled mahogany I have never seen another with
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Antique 1790s English George III Desks

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Hardwood

Imposing French Writing Table/Desk in Style
Located in Berlin, DE
sides with three drawers with inset fillings flanked with fixtures in form of feminine masks on curved
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21st Century and Contemporary French Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Imposing French Writing Table/Desk in Style
Imposing French Writing Table/Desk in Style
H 31.5 in W 76.78 in D 40.95 in
Merton L. Gershun Walnut Writing Desk for American of Martinsville
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Merton L. Gershun walnut writing desk for American of Martinsville
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

Italian suitcase-shaped leather desk in modern style
Located in Milano, IT
suitcase, an unconventional masterpiece that blurs the boundaries between form and function. This desk is a
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Tapparelle Desk, in Solid Oak, Contemporary design, hand made in Italy
By Emmanuel Gallina
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Tapparelle is a desk in solid oak with a strong and material grain, where the sinuous and modern
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

1940s Italian Writing Desk in Ash and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Writing desk, ash, brass, Italy, 1940s Made in Italy, this writing desk is a testament to the
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

1940s Italian Writing Desk in Ash and Brass
1940s Italian Writing Desk in Ash and Brass
H 31.3 in W 59.06 in D 27.76 in
Niels Erik & Gladsam Jensen "Desk in a Box"
By Vantinge Møbelindustri, Niels Erik & Glasdam Jensen
Located in Highland, IN
This remarkable "magic desk" design by Niels Erik & Gladsam Jensen is incredibly innovative and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Niels Erik & Gladsam Jensen "Desk in a Box"
Niels Erik & Gladsam Jensen "Desk in a Box"
H 47.5 in W 31.5 in D 20.5 in
Sem In Sync Collection Collage Desk by Zaven
By SEM, Studio Zaven
Located in Brooklyn, NY
cabinet, a console, and tables of various sizes, spanning from a writing desk to a coffee table
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Royal desk / bureau plat in Louis XV style
Located in Berlin, DE
Royal desk / bureau plat in Louis XV style flamed birch veneer on solid beech wood with rocaille
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20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Royal desk / bureau plat in Louis XV style
Royal desk / bureau plat in Louis XV style
H 31.89 in W 54.73 in D 30.12 in
Rare Modernist Glass Table in the Manner of Danny Lane
By Danny Lane
Located in Forney, TX
manner of Danny Lane (United States, b.1955). This stunning table features a floating, free-form, thick
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Late 20th Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Glass

Mother of Pearl Floral Motifs Inlay Desk
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite black mother of pearl inlay desk, a statement piece that seamlessly
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Sculptural Danish desk chair from the 1980´s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
From the 1980s – a modern Danish desk chair that effortlessly blends form and function. Crafted
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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Sculptural Danish desk chair from the 1980´s
Sculptural Danish desk chair from the 1980´s
H 27.96 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Permanente Mobili Cantù, Corner Desk in Mahogany, Italy 1950
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Paolo Buffa
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Grooved mahogany corner desk attributed to Paolo Buffa, edited by La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Italy
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the desk in the form of you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each desk in the form of for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and silver. There are many kinds of the desk in the form of you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each desk in the form of bearing Victorian, Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made desk in the form of over the years, but those crafted by Deykin & Sons, Dunhill and Fabergé are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, collage is an art form.

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    Organic forms in art look natural, often by seeming to flow or being irregular and unpredictable. One example of this is realistic representations of the living things.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    In art, the meaning of form relates to space. In three-dimensional art, form describes how a particular piece takes up space when displayed. Things that influence a work's form include its volume, dimensions, shape and how it is displayed or installed. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of fine art.
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    The seven different forms of art include painting, architecture, sculpture, literature, music, performing and cinema.
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    Yes, Cubism is a form of abstract art.

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    Mulberry silk is the highest-quality form.

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    One of the esteemed pursuits of the traditional Chinese scholar was landscape painting, known generally as shān shuǐ. Capturing the beauty of nature within a balanced composition is considered a conceptual feat achieved only by the hand of a master.

  • 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.