What is a roll top desk?

A roll top desk is a piece of furniture that has a wooden cover that can be pulled down when the desk is not in use. Shop a collection of roll top furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How do you attach a marble top to a table?

Before attaching a marble top to a table, make sure the table can handle the weight. Then, clean the surface and apply a silicone adhesive and attach the marble. Save the hassle and shop a selection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How heavy is a marble vanity top?

The weight of a marble vanity top is highly dependent on its size, thickness and the grade of marble. Average grade marble weighs 13.34 pounds for a square foot that is one inch thick. Browse a collection of marble vanities on 1stDibs.

What era are roll top desks from?

Roll-top desks are originally from the late 18th century in the Georgian era of England. By the middle of the Victorian era, they were found in most offices and produced on a large scale. Shop a range of antique roll-top desks on 1stDibs.

What is a roll top desk called?

Sometimes, roll-top desks are called tambours, sliding roll desks or roll-up desks. However, roll-top is the most commonly used name. The style of desk became popular during the 19th century. You can find a range of roll-top desks on 1stDibs.

What do you call the leather top on a desk?

The leather top on a desk is usually just called a leather top. However, some people refer to it as a leather insert or leather writing surface. The thin pieces of leather that go into making leather-top desks are known as skivers. Shop a variety of desks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the point of a roll top desk?

A roll top desk kept small essentials and paperwork organized. The roll top design was ideal for business people to secure their desks at the end of the day without filing away their work. Browse a variety of roll top desks on 1stDibs.

Can I paint a leather desk top?

Yes, you can paint a leather desk top. You can transform an old leather desk top and add visual appeal with easy-to-use leather paint. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with a furniture restorer or related professional for help. Find a variety of leather desk tops on 1stDibs.

How much is a roll top desk worth?

A roll top desk can be worth anywhere between $3,000 to $6,000, depending on the condition, materials used and time of manufacturing. Roll top desks are expensive, as they are very popular on the antique furniture market and are considered timeless collectibles. Shop a range of antique and vintage roll top desks on 1stDibs.

How do I know if my antique roll top desk?

A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.

How do I know if my roll top desk is antique?

To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.

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Early 19th Century Secretary Desk

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Secretaire A Abattant

Large Travertine Dining Table

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19th Century French Cylinder Desk

Modernist Table from USA

$9,500

Modernist Table from USA

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A rectangular stainless steel framed dining table/ desk with a white marble top. Two tables could be placed end to end to make one continuous 120" dining / work experience.

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

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Marble, Chrome, Steel

French Marble Top Bistro Cafe Table or Writing Desk

$2,800

French Marble Top Bistro Cafe Table or Writing Desk

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Versatile French marble top rectangular cafe table or writing desk with a classic Provencal black iron base.

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Antique Early 1900s French Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Marble, Iron

Vintage Hardwood Marble Topped Chrome Drop Front Secretaire Desk with Drawers

$4,208Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Hardwood Marble Topped Chrome Drop Front Secretaire Desk with Drawers

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite, tall, Rosewood with marble top and chrome fittings free standing Secratire desk A truly stunning desk, its very large and yet d...

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20th Century Italian Art Deco Secretaires

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Secretary Desk with Marble Top

$9,800

Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Secretary Desk with Marble Top

Located in Astoria, NY

The walnut has been polished with wax, preserving its natural patina. The marble top retains age-appropriate wear and patina.

Category

Antique 1780s French Louis XVI Secretaires

Materials

Marble, Brass

Elegant Two-Drawer Desk/Vanity Table with Marble Top and Lacquer Finish

$9,100 / item

Elegant Two-Drawer Desk/Vanity Table with Marble Top and Lacquer Finish

Located in New York, NY

This beautiful dressing table is a masterclass in refined contrast, tastefully combining rich materials with contemporary geometry. The piece features a large, dramatic marble top th...

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Vanities

Materials

Marble, Metal

Early 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble Top Inlaid Bar Abattant Desk

$3,450

Early 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble Top Inlaid Bar Abattant Desk

Located in Long Branch, NJ

Early 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble Top Inlaid Bar Abattant Desk Dimensions : 36.75" Wide X 18" Deep X 56" Tall This gorgeous abattant desk was made in the early 19th century...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Secretaires

Materials

Satinwood, Walnut

Italian Rococo Style Table, Desk With Faux-Marble Top, 19th Century

$5,895

Italian Rococo Style Table, Desk With Faux-Marble Top, 19th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Mid 19th Century Italian Table / Desk with Original Paint and Faux Marble Top, Wonderfully Carved Apron and Cabriole Legs on Scroll Feet.

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Tables

Materials

Wood

Walnut Burl French Writing Desk-Chest of Drawers L. Phillipe Marble Top

$5,000

Walnut Burl French Writing Desk-Chest of Drawers L. Phillipe Marble Top

Located in Miami, FL

Exquisite chest of Drawers (4 drawers plus the upper part as writing desk) in the writing desk space are 6 small drawers plus 2 secret panels on both each side. The dark blue leather...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Walnut

Huge Gilded Ebonized Period French Louis XV Marble Top Butlers Desk Commode

$7,960Sale Price|20% Off

Huge Gilded Ebonized Period French Louis XV Marble Top Butlers Desk Commode

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Perfect for collectors, luxury interiors, or statement-making entryways, this large-scale ebonized and gilded Louis XV commode with marble top represents both artistry and grandeur.

Category

Antique 1770s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

French 19th Century Marble Top Miniature Secretaire a Abbatant, Fall Front Desk

$6,500

French 19th Century Marble Top Miniature Secretaire a Abbatant, Fall Front Desk

Located in New Orleans, LA

French late 19th century marble top miniature secretaire abbatant with four drawers, two shelves, and two drawers below abbatant alongside bronze mounts. The piece is part of the co...

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Antique Late 19th Century French End Tables

Materials

Bronze

Nova Small Dining Table or Desk: Wood or Marble Top by Avram Rusu Studio

$16,500 / item

Nova Small Dining Table or Desk: Wood or Marble Top by Avram Rusu Studio

By Andreea Avram Rusu

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Nova collection pairs multiple metal finishes with wood and stone tops of various shapes and sizes. Select from available options or specify your own top and mix of finishes. AV...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Nickel, Brass, Bronze, Pewter

French 19th Century Louis XVI Mahogany Carrara Marble Top Secretaire

$4,850

French 19th Century Louis XVI Mahogany Carrara Marble Top Secretaire

Located in Carmine, TX

All doors have working locks and keys the Secretary Desks and the marble top are in very good condition.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Secretaires

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

Fine Quality French Mahogany Bronze Mounted Secretary Desk Bookcase Top

$3,196Sale Price|20% Off

Fine Quality French Mahogany Bronze Mounted Secretary Desk Bookcase Top

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This fine French mahogany bronze mounted secretary desk with bookcase top exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship of late 19th to early 20th century French furniture.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Directoire Secretaires

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

Louis XVI Style Center Table, 19th Century, Marble Top, French Design

$3,200

Louis XVI Style Center Table, 19th Century, Marble Top, French Design

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A versatile Louis XVI style center table from the 19th century, it has excellent proportions and color to suit a number of functions around the home from console, to occasional table...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Center Tables

Materials

Marble

Fine Pair of Grand Tour Style Desk Top Bronze Busts, Continental Circa 1900

$2,200 / set

Fine Pair of Grand Tour Style Desk Top Bronze Busts, Continental Circa 1900

By Gladenbeck Foundry

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A very handsome pair of Grand Tour style desk top bronze busts, both mounted atop white alabaster columns sided by gilt metal rings, rising from squared mottled marble bases ringed b...

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Early 20th Century German Grand Tour Busts

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Alabaster, Marble, Bronze

French Empire Secretary Desk, 1810-20

$10,285

French Empire Secretary Desk, 1810-20

Located in Leimen, DE

French Empire Secretary Desk, 19th Century – Mahogany Veneer, Marble Top, Bronze Details This stunning 19th-century French Empire secretary desk is a true statement piece, showcasin...

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Antique 1810s French Empire Secretaires

Materials

Marble

Italian Carved Console Table/ Desk

$3,737

Italian Carved Console Table/ Desk

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Good 19th C Italian carved console table/desk with a marble top. 1860

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Console Tables

Materials

Oak

Vintage Maitland Smith Carved Oak Console Table / Desk

$2,506Sale Price|30% Off

Vintage Maitland Smith Carved Oak Console Table / Desk

By Maitland Smith

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carved oak Vintage Maitland-Smith console table/writing desk with black marble tessellated top. In the style of George III.

Category

Late 20th Century American George III Console Tables

Materials

Marble

French Empire Secrétaire à Abattant, Walnut & Marble, Circa 1810

$3,995

French Empire Secrétaire à Abattant, Walnut & Marble, Circa 1810

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A handsome 19th century French Empire secrétaire à abattant made of richly figured, bookmatched walnut. This desk has a black fossil marble top resting above a hidden drawer, free o...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Secretaires

Materials

Marble, Brass

French Secretaire à Abattant, First Empire Period

$6,000

French Secretaire à Abattant, First Empire Period

Located in Montreal, Quebec

French first Empire period Secretaire à Abattant, also known as a drop-front secretary, fall front or cantilevered desk. Under the dark grey marble top is a secret, entablature drawer.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Secretaires

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th Century Empire Walnut Secretary

$8,500

19th Century Empire Walnut Secretary

Located in Houston, TX

French first Empire period Secretaire à Abattant, also known as a drop-front secretary, fall front or cantilevered desk. Under the dark grey marble top is a secret, entablature drawer.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Secretaires

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

French Serpentine Front Side Table

$2,206

French Serpentine Front Side Table

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Pretty 19th century French serpentine front pine side table/ desk with a faux marble top. 1840. Code: 9159 Dimensions: W: 32" (81.3 cm) H: 29.5" (74.9 cm) D: 21" (53.3 cm)

Category

Antique 19th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Pine

19th Century French Side Table

$2,206

19th Century French Side Table

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Pretty 19th century French serpentine front pine side table/ desk with a faux marble top. 1840. Code: 9160 Dimensions: W: 35" (88.9 cm) H: 29" (73.7 cm) D: 21" (53.3 cm)

Category

Antique 19th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Maison Jansen, Hollywood Regency, Vanity Mirror, Mahogany, Glass, France, 1940s

$11,000

Maison Jansen, Hollywood Regency, Vanity Mirror, Mahogany, Glass, France, 1940s

By Maison Jansen

Located in Stamford, CT

Stamped 'JANSEN' on the top corner of the desk underneath the marble top.

Category

20th Century French Hollywood Regency Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Post-War Chrome and Marble Desk by Skidmore Owings, Green Top, 1960s

$16,500

Post-War Chrome and Marble Desk by Skidmore Owings, Green Top, 1960s

Located in Queens, NY

American Post-War Design (1960s) rectangular chrome base office desk with a green marble top and 2 light wood side drawers.

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20th Century Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble, Chrome

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Desk Marble Top For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the desk marble top you’re looking for. Frequently made of stone, marble and wood, every desk marble top was constructed with great care. There are 116 variations of the antique or vintage desk marble top you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the desk marble top you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right desk marble top, those designed in Louis XVI, Louis XV and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Florence Knoll, B.L. Marble Furniture and sicis each produced at least one beautiful desk marble top that is worth considering.

How Much is a Desk Marble Top?

The average selling price for a desk marble top at 1stDibs is $4,044, while they’re typically $315 on the low end and $75,000 for the highest priced.

Questions About Desk Marble Top

What is a roll top desk?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A roll top desk is a piece of furniture that has a wooden cover that can be pulled down when the desk is not in use. Shop a collection of roll top furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do you attach a marble top to a table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Before attaching a marble top to a table, make sure the table can handle the weight. Then, clean the surface and apply a silicone adhesive and attach the marble. Save the hassle and shop a selection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How heavy is a marble vanity top?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The weight of a marble vanity top is highly dependent on its size, thickness and the grade of marble. Average grade marble weighs 13.34 pounds for a square foot that is one inch thick. Browse a collection of marble vanities on 1stDibs.
What era are roll top desks from?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Roll-top desks are originally from the late 18th century in the Georgian era of England. By the middle of the Victorian era, they were found in most offices and produced on a large scale. Shop a range of antique roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
What is a roll top desk called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Sometimes, roll-top desks are called tambours, sliding roll desks or roll-up desks. However, roll-top is the most commonly used name. The style of desk became popular during the 19th century. You can find a range of roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
What do you call the leather top on a desk?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
The leather top on a desk is usually just called a leather top. However, some people refer to it as a leather insert or leather writing surface. The thin pieces of leather that go into making leather-top desks are known as skivers. Shop a variety of desks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the point of a roll top desk?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A roll top desk kept small essentials and paperwork organized. The roll top design was ideal for business people to secure their desks at the end of the day without filing away their work. Browse a variety of roll top desks on 1stDibs.
Can I paint a leather desk top?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
Yes, you can paint a leather desk top. You can transform an old leather desk top and add visual appeal with easy-to-use leather paint. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with a furniture restorer or related professional for help. Find a variety of leather desk tops on 1stDibs.
How much is a roll top desk worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A roll top desk can be worth anywhere between $3,000 to $6,000, depending on the condition, materials used and time of manufacturing. Roll top desks are expensive, as they are very popular on the antique furniture market and are considered timeless collectibles. Shop a range of antique and vintage roll top desks on 1stDibs.
How do I know if my antique roll top desk?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.
How do I know if my roll top desk is antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.