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Vintage Chinese Bird Carved Hardwood Kneehole Writing Desk with Decorated Back
Vintage Chinese Bird Carved Hardwood Kneehole Writing Desk with Decorated Back

Vintage Chinese Bird Carved Hardwood Kneehole Writing Desk with Decorated Back

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Art Deco Belgium Black Marble Desk Set Decorated with Bronze Bird
Art Deco Belgium Black Marble Desk Set Decorated with Bronze Bird

Art Deco Belgium Black Marble Desk Set Decorated with Bronze Bird

Located in Verviers, BE

Art Deco Belgium black marble desk set This 3-piece desk consists of an inkwell (with the original brass insert) Penn holder and a rocker blotter. Size inkwell: 27 cm x 14 cm x 7...

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Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Belgian Black Marble

18th Century English Mahogany Leather Top Partners Desk with Carved Birds
18th Century English Mahogany Leather Top Partners Desk with Carved Birds

18th Century English Mahogany Leather Top Partners Desk with Carved Birds

Located in Milford, NH

A fine proportion mahogany rectangular partners desk with brown leather top with a crossbanded border with delicate carving, surmounting a frieze with two fitted and cockbeaded docum...

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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Desks

Materials

Brass

Peacock or Pheasant Bird Desk Letter Mail Holder
Peacock or Pheasant Bird Desk Letter Mail Holder

Peacock or Pheasant Bird Desk Letter Mail Holder

$260Sale Price|20% Off

H 4.25 in W 7.38 in D 2.25 in

Peacock or Pheasant Bird Desk Letter Mail Holder

Located in New York, NY

A desk letter mail holder with beautiful bird design.

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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Letter Openers

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Clear Art Glass Bird Penguin Paperweight Figurine With Bubbles
Vintage Clear Art Glass Bird Penguin Paperweight Figurine With Bubbles

Vintage Clear Art Glass Bird Penguin Paperweight Figurine With Bubbles

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Clear Art Glass Bird Penguin Paperweight Figurine With Bubbles. Clear Controlled Bubble Standing Penguin Bird Animal Art Glass Figurine Paperweight. Collectible Blown Clear G...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Antique Metal Inkwell with Bird Figurine, Early 20th Century, Europe
Antique Metal Inkwell with Bird Figurine, Early 20th Century, Europe

Antique Metal Inkwell with Bird Figurine, Early 20th Century, Europe

$423Sale Price|20% Off

H 5.91 in W 11.42 in D 7.09 in

Antique Metal Inkwell with Bird Figurine, Early 20th Century, Europe

Located in Opole, PL

Pre-War Metal Inkwell with Bird Figurine Metal inkwell with a bird figurine, dating back to the early 20th century. In good condition, one of the lids has a damaged hinge.

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Early 20th Century European Inkwells

Materials

Metal

19th Century Handmade Bird with Inlaid Turquoise and Coral Stones
19th Century Handmade Bird with Inlaid Turquoise and Coral Stones

19th Century Handmade Bird with Inlaid Turquoise and Coral Stones

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This handmade brass bird has inlaid coral and turquoise with small flakes of amethyst and shell. The work details are really amazing. It stands on its own brass inlaid perch or stand.

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Early 20th Century American Adirondack More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Antique Marble Paperweight with Figural Bronze Bird of Prey 19th century
Antique Marble Paperweight with Figural Bronze Bird of Prey 19th century

Antique Marble Paperweight with Figural Bronze Bird of Prey 19th century

Located in Sweden, SE

Late 19th century nice quality bronze and dark green marble work. The finely detailed plumage of the bird with its fierce gaze demonstrates the handiwork of the craftsman. In a world...

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Antique Late 19th Century Empire Paperweights

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Southeast Asian Red Lacquered Decorated Desk
Southeast Asian Red Lacquered Decorated Desk

Southeast Asian Red Lacquered Decorated Desk

$21,000

H 31.25 in W 39.5 in D 26 in

Southeast Asian Red Lacquered Decorated Desk

Located in Queens, NY

"Southeast Asian style (19th Century) red lacquer decorated desk with figural bird legs. Has some wear and former repairs"

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Antique 19th Century Southeast Asian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Wax Seal with Hand Carved Jade Bird Handle
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Wax Seal with Hand Carved Jade Bird Handle

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Wax Seal with Hand Carved Jade Bird Handle

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This unique, Circa 1800, wax seal begins with an 18K yellow gold base monogrammed with MLO, upon which sits a beautifully carved jade bird. The Jade starts at the top with a subtle, ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Desk Accessories

Materials

Jade, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Discipline-Flying Bird
Discipline-Flying Bird

Discipline-Flying Bird

By Zeng Jianyong

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Executed is muted pastels of blues, pinks, white and black, "Discipline-Flying Bird"depicts a student at a desk with a bird flying overhead.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Handmade Paper, Ink, Watercolor

Stoneware bird by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen, 1950s, Denmark
Stoneware bird by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen, 1950s, Denmark

Stoneware bird by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen, 1950s, Denmark

By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, Holm Sørensen

Located in Værløse, DK

A perfect detail. * A stoneware desk bird with brown glaze * Designer: Svend Aage Holm Sørensen * Year: est. 1950s * Condition: Excellent vintage condition.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Pair of French Mythological Eagle Table Lamps in Bronze, Muller Frères Style
Pair of French Mythological Eagle Table Lamps in Bronze, Muller Frères Style

Pair of French Mythological Eagle Table Lamps in Bronze, Muller Frères Style

$5,358Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 19.89 in W 10.04 in D 9.06 in

Pair of French Mythological Eagle Table Lamps in Bronze, Muller Frères Style

By Muller Frères

Located in Barcelona, ES

Solid brass and bronze table lamps / desk lamps with mythological bird design. These mythological creatures feauture the body of an eagle figure with open wings, dragon / lion head, ...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Bronze

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Black Forest Inkwell with Bird and Nest
Black Forest Inkwell with Bird and Nest

Black Forest Inkwell with Bird and Nest

Unavailable

H 4.5 in W 21 in D 13 in

Black Forest Inkwell with Bird and Nest

Located in Chamblee, GA

This lovely large carved Black Forest double inkwell is adorned with a bird on its nest on the top. Acorn and oak leaves are the motif on the tray. It has a medium brown patina. A p...

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Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Inkwells

Materials

Wood, Glass

Art Deco Desk
Art Deco Desk

Art Deco Desk

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H 30.71 in W 62.6 in D 31.11 in

Art Deco Desk

By Max Lorenz Nachf

Located in London, GB

Art Deco Empire desk. Beautiful Art Deco Empire desk in bird's-eye maple with giltwood trims and leather top.

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Antique Austrian Bronze Inkwell With Swinging Parrot Bird, circa 1900
Antique Austrian Bronze Inkwell With Swinging Parrot Bird, circa 1900

Antique Austrian Bronze Inkwell With Swinging Parrot Bird, circa 1900

Located in Torreon, Coahuila

Antique bronze inkwell with swinging parrot Probably made in Austria circa 1900 Very good conditions, extraordinary details in the bird.

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Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Contemporary Neb Writing Desk with Leather Top and Metal Front by Per Soderberg
Contemporary Neb Writing Desk with Leather Top and Metal Front by Per Soderberg

Contemporary Neb Writing Desk with Leather Top and Metal Front by Per Soderberg

By Per Soderberg

Located in Stockholm, SE

Handcrafted in Sweden, the piece can be used as a writing desk, a vanity desk or a console. The desk has a practical drawer with front in metal, zinc, brass or copper.

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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Neb Bureau Contemporary Desk with Flip Door Front in Brass by Per Soderberg
Neb Bureau Contemporary Desk with Flip Door Front in Brass by Per Soderberg

Neb Bureau Contemporary Desk with Flip Door Front in Brass by Per Soderberg

By Per Soderberg

Located in Stockholm, SE

Inspired by a Classic Scandinavian secrétaire, this contemporary desk / bureau by Swedish architect and designer Per Soderberg provides a striking element for a range of interior set...

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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

René Lalique Art Deco Opalescent Glass Clock with Love Birds
René Lalique Art Deco Opalescent Glass Clock with Love Birds

René Lalique Art Deco Opalescent Glass Clock with Love Birds

By René Lalique

Located in Oakland, CA

René Lalique Art Deco opalescent glass clock with love birds or cockatoo. Lalique design, signed in script on the bottom, Lalique, france. Excellent condition with a very nice origin...

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Glass

Pedestal Desk
Pedestal Desk

Pedestal Desk

Unavailable

H 29.5 in W 53.25 in D 22.25 in

Pedestal Desk

Located in Stamford, CT

Wonderful mahogany breakfront pedestal desk with stained birds eye maple banding and drawer fronts, tooled inset leather top on original iron and wood casters.

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Antique 19th Century English Desks

Carlton House Desk
Carlton House Desk

Carlton House Desk

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H 41 in W 54 in D 29 in

Carlton House Desk

Located in Morristown, NJ

Carlton House desk with leather paneled desk in birds eye maple.

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20th Century English Desks

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Antique English Davenport Desk, circa 1800
Antique English Davenport Desk, circa 1800

Antique English Davenport Desk, circa 1800

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H 33.25 in W 24.5 in D 22.75 in

Antique English Davenport Desk, circa 1800

Located in Round Top, TX

Stunning burled walnut with elaborate carved legs are the hallmark of this elegant English Davenport desk. Please examine close up photos to appreciate the beauty of the wood, which ...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Antique Brass Bird Cage Desk Clock Circa 1910
Antique Brass Bird Cage Desk Clock Circa 1910

Antique Brass Bird Cage Desk Clock Circa 1910

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique figural desk clock offers brass construction with birds (finches) in cage having foliate embossed base, lower bird acts as the pendulum while upper bird spins with the tim...

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Early 20th Century Bird Cages

Materials

Brass

Red Fabricius 'Bird' Desk Chair with Three Legged Base
Red Fabricius 'Bird' Desk Chair with Three Legged Base

Red Fabricius 'Bird' Desk Chair with Three Legged Base

By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Timeless Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm desk chair in original deep red leather. Steel base. Original casters. Leather in excellent vintage condition. Only two still available....

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Vintage 1950s Danish Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Antique cold painted Vienna bronze desk set with birds, inkwell & 2 vases 1900
Antique cold painted Vienna bronze desk set with birds, inkwell & 2 vases 1900

Antique cold painted Vienna bronze desk set with birds, inkwell & 2 vases 1900

Located in Antwerp, BE

A Vienna bronze desk set, inkwell and two vases with birds. 
 Very fine quality. 


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Early 20th Century Austrian Romantic Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Louis-Philippe Bookmatched Walnut Secretary Vitrine
Louis-Philippe Bookmatched Walnut Secretary Vitrine

Louis-Philippe Bookmatched Walnut Secretary Vitrine

Located in Fayetteville, AR

Pull-out gold tooled leather top writing desk with bird's eye maple interior drawers. Two keys.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Secretaires

Karl Springer "Bristol Desk" in Bird's-Eye Maple, circa 1985 Signed
Karl Springer "Bristol Desk" in Bird's-Eye Maple, circa 1985 Signed

Karl Springer "Bristol Desk" in Bird's-Eye Maple, circa 1985 Signed

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Rare and important "Bristol Desk" with 3 drawers in bird's-eye maple with sunburst inlay on top and black sabots by Karl Springer, American, circa 1985.

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Textile, Birdseye Maple

Gilt Bronze Inkwell with Birds, from the 1830s
Gilt Bronze Inkwell with Birds, from the 1830s

Gilt Bronze Inkwell with Birds, from the 1830s

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H 4.34 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

Gilt Bronze Inkwell with Birds, from the 1830s

Located in Paris, FR

This small gilt bronze inkwell from the Restauration period takes the form of a wicker basket with a handle containing a nest. The lid represents a nest with five birds revealing two...

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Antique 1830s French Restauration Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Bergen & Co. Swiss Black Forest Carved Wood Inkwell with Bird
Bergen & Co. Swiss Black Forest Carved Wood Inkwell with Bird

Bergen & Co. Swiss Black Forest Carved Wood Inkwell with Bird

By C. V. Bergen & Co.

Located in Milford, NH

Swiss "Black Forest" carved wood double inkwell with a bird on a naturalistic base of branches and leaves. Glass inkwells are original to the piece with nice form and carved wood li...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Inkwells

Materials

Wood, Glass

Marble Table Clock with Bird Sculpture, Germany, 1950
Marble Table Clock with Bird Sculpture, Germany, 1950

Marble Table Clock with Bird Sculpture, Germany, 1950

Located in Chorzów, PL

Pink and green marble table clock comes from Poland, from circa 1950s. Brown bird sculpture on the top. Clock mechanism checked by clockmaster, fully efficient.  

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Mid-20th Century German Empire Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble

Antique Vienna bronze inkwell with bird perched on a tree trunk.
Antique Vienna bronze inkwell with bird perched on a tree trunk.

Antique Vienna bronze inkwell with bird perched on a tree trunk.

By Franz Bergmann

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vienna bronze inkwell with a bird perched on a tree stump. Attributed to Franz Bergman. 
A similar model is shown on page 253 of
 “Antique Vienna bronzes“  by Joseph Zobel. Schi...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Inkwells

Fabricius and Kastholm Bird Chair
Fabricius and Kastholm Bird Chair

Fabricius and Kastholm Bird Chair

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H 36 in W 27 in D 17.5 in

Fabricius and Kastholm Bird Chair

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classic Preben Fabricius bird desk chair with 5 leg base. Sometimes also referred to as the tulip chair.

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20th Century Danish Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Antique Vienna Bronze Inkwell Tray with Bird and Egg Shell on Natural Shell 1900
Antique Vienna Bronze Inkwell Tray with Bird and Egg Shell on Natural Shell 1900

Antique Vienna Bronze Inkwell Tray with Bird and Egg Shell on Natural Shell 1900

By Vienna Bronze

Located in Antwerp, BE

Lovely cold painted Vienna bronze inkwell tray of natural sea shell with young bird in egg shell. The other egg can be opened. Marked: Geschutzt. Date: 1900. Material: Cold painte...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Pedestal Desk
Pedestal Desk

Pedestal Desk

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H 29.5 in W 53.25 in D 22.25 in

Pedestal Desk

Located in Stamford, CT

Wonderful mahogany breakfront pedestal desk with stained birds eye maple banding and drawer fronts, tooled inset leather top on original iron and wood casters.

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Antique 19th Century English Desks

Antique Aesthetic Walnut & Burl Marble Top Dressing Table with Bird & Leaf Tiles
Antique Aesthetic Walnut & Burl Marble Top Dressing Table with Bird & Leaf Tiles

Antique Aesthetic Walnut & Burl Marble Top Dressing Table with Bird & Leaf Tiles

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Aesthetic Walnut & Burl Marble Top & Mirrored Dressing Table with Bird & Leaf Tiles, c1890 Measures - 52"H x 51.25"W x 22.25"D

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Antique Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Desks

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Art Deco Style Walnut and Maple Reception Desk This very stylish Art Deco desk
Art Deco Style Walnut and Maple Reception Desk This very stylish Art Deco desk

Art Deco Style Walnut and Maple Reception Desk This very stylish Art Deco desk

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Art Deco Style Walnut and Maple Reception Desk This very stylish Art Deco desk is made with beautifully figured Bird’s Eye Maple inset panels, there are 2 fall front slide covers ov...

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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Desks

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Oak Campaign / Military Chest of Drawers with Desk Drawer
Oak Campaign / Military Chest of Drawers with Desk Drawer

Oak Campaign / Military Chest of Drawers with Desk Drawer

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Beautiful oak campaign / military chest of drawers with desk drawer. Interior of the desk drawer is finished with bird's-eye maple leaf.

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Antique 1840s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Flame Mahogany Semainier Seven Drawer Chest Secretaire
19th Century French Flame Mahogany Semainier Seven Drawer Chest Secretaire

19th Century French Flame Mahogany Semainier Seven Drawer Chest Secretaire

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

French flame mahogany seven drawer chest or semainier, each drawer with book-matched flame mahogany front and the original brass pulls. Fall-front desk with fitted bird's-eye maple i...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Directoire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century French Patinated Bronze Partridge Sculpture Signed F. Pautrot
19th Century French Patinated Bronze Partridge Sculpture Signed F. Pautrot

19th Century French Patinated Bronze Partridge Sculpture Signed F. Pautrot

By Ferdinand Pautrot

Located in Dallas, TX

Accessorize a man's office or desk with this elegant antique bronze bird composition.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Carved Grey Marble Eagle Sculpture on Stand Signed Stuhmer
19th Century French Carved Grey Marble Eagle Sculpture on Stand Signed Stuhmer

19th Century French Carved Grey Marble Eagle Sculpture on Stand Signed Stuhmer

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a shelf or a man's desk with this stately antique bird sculpture. Crafted in France circa 1850, the carved marble sculpture features an eagle standing on a rock.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble

19th Century French Carved Patinated Bronze Eagle Sculpture on Stone Base
19th Century French Carved Patinated Bronze Eagle Sculpture on Stone Base

19th Century French Carved Patinated Bronze Eagle Sculpture on Stone Base

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a shelf or a man's desk with this stately antique bird sculpture on stand.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Bronze

19th Century French Patinated Pheasant Sculpture on Marble Base Signed L. Carvin
19th Century French Patinated Pheasant Sculpture on Marble Base Signed L. Carvin

19th Century French Patinated Pheasant Sculpture on Marble Base Signed L. Carvin

By Louis-Albert Carvin

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a man's office or desk with this elegant antique bird sculpture. Crafted in France circa 1890 and standing on a variegated marble base, the sculpture depicts a female pheasa...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Spelter

Mid-Century French Signed Lalique Frosted Crystal Sparrow Sculptures, Set of 4
Mid-Century French Signed Lalique Frosted Crystal Sparrow Sculptures, Set of 4

Mid-Century French Signed Lalique Frosted Crystal Sparrow Sculptures, Set of 4

By Marc Lalique

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a shelf or a desk with this set of vintage bird sculptures. Created in France by Lalique circa 1970, each frosted crystal bird is signed on the base; it includes "Le Moineau...

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Mid-20th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Mid-Century French Signed Lalique Frosted Crystal Sparrow Sculptures
Pair of Mid-Century French Signed Lalique Frosted Crystal Sparrow Sculptures

Pair of Mid-Century French Signed Lalique Frosted Crystal Sparrow Sculptures

By Marc Lalique

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a shelf or a desk with this pair of vintage bird sculptures. Created in France by Lalique circa 1970, each frosted crystal bird is signed on the base; it includes "Le Moinea...

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Mid-20th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

1940s French Deco Desk with Bird's-Eye Maple and Burled Walnut
1940s French Deco Desk with Bird's-Eye Maple and Burled Walnut

1940s French Deco Desk with Bird's-Eye Maple and Burled Walnut

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1940s French deco desk with finely inlaid bird's-eye maple and burled walnut.

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Vintage 1940s French Desks

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Leather, Walnut

Traditional Birds Eye Maple Secretary Desk
Traditional Birds Eye Maple Secretary Desk

Traditional Birds Eye Maple Secretary Desk

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H 41.5 in W 15 in D 27.5 in

Traditional Birds Eye Maple Secretary Desk

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Exceptional antique secretary desk with birds eye maple through out the desk. Features ample storage which was beautifully crafter inside and under the desk.

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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Rare Wooten Style Roll Top Desk by D.S. Rickaby, Quebec
Rare Wooten Style Roll Top Desk by D.S. Rickaby, Quebec

Rare Wooten Style Roll Top Desk by D.S. Rickaby, Quebec

Located in Milford, NH

A rare form wooten style two part roll top desk with bird's-eye maple veneer, an S roll top which opens to reveal a compartmentalized interior and leather writing surface, over a sin...

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Antique Late 19th Century Canadian Desks

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Fabricius "Bird" Desk Chair with Three Legged Base
Fabricius "Bird" Desk Chair with Three Legged Base

Fabricius "Bird" Desk Chair with Three Legged Base

By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Timeless Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm desk chair. Steel base. Offered with or without casters. Leather in excellent vintage condition. Two available. Priced individually.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Brass Ink Well Tray with Birds, Foliage
Brass Ink Well Tray with Birds, Foliage

Brass Ink Well Tray with Birds, Foliage

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H 3.5 in W 9.25 in D 6.25 in

Brass Ink Well Tray with Birds, Foliage

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful ink well in brass with tray and motif of birds, dragonfly's and foliage. Useful in the office for desk accessories, paperweight or decorative piece.

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20th Century American Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Antique Letter Opener, Bird, with Signature
Antique Letter Opener, Bird, with Signature

Antique Letter Opener, Bird, with Signature

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H 0.79 in W 8.67 in D 0.4 in

Antique Letter Opener, Bird, with Signature

Located in Greven, DE

Vintage Letter Opener, So beautiful, very nice condition!

Category

20th Century Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Gilt Bronze French Letter Holder Picket Fence with Love Birds
19th Century Gilt Bronze French Letter Holder Picket Fence with Love Birds

19th Century Gilt Bronze French Letter Holder Picket Fence with Love Birds

Located in Haarlem, NL

Victorian romantic and very charming bronze doré French letter holder with cast bronze dividers in the shape of three picket fences with love birds on the last fence on a flat brass ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass, Bronze

19th Century Black Forest Carved Wooden Inkwell with Bird, Acorns and Oak Leaves
19th Century Black Forest Carved Wooden Inkwell with Bird, Acorns and Oak Leaves

19th Century Black Forest Carved Wooden Inkwell with Bird, Acorns and Oak Leaves

Located in Atlanta, GA

A German Black Forest wooden inkwell from the 19th century, with hand-carved bird, acorns and oak leaves. Born in Germany during the 19th century, this handsome wooden inkwell attrac...

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Antique 19th Century German Black Forest Inkwells

Materials

Wood

Rare 1980s Mid Century Art Deco Executive Table Desk by Pierre Paulin for Baker
Rare 1980s Mid Century Art Deco Executive Table Desk by Pierre Paulin for Baker

Rare 1980s Mid Century Art Deco Executive Table Desk by Pierre Paulin for Baker

By Baker Furniture Company, Pierre Paulin

Located in Lafayette, IN

Desk features bird's-eye maple with walnut inlays, chocolate-brown, leather-top writing surface and unique Art Deco Revival lines.

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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Desks

Materials

Leather, Maple, Walnut

Antique Wooden Book Mill or Rotating Desk Bookcase with Flower & Bird Decoration
Antique Wooden Book Mill or Rotating Desk Bookcase with Flower & Bird Decoration

Antique Wooden Book Mill or Rotating Desk Bookcase with Flower & Bird Decoration

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique desk top sized wooden book mill or rotating bookcase is presumed to have been made in England in circa 1880 in the period Victorian style.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Italian Desk Lamp
Italian Desk Lamp

Italian Desk Lamp

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H 7.5 in W 13 in D 5.5 in

Italian Desk Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Italian desk lamp with a bronze bird hovering over waves, mounted on marble base, with a clear textured murano glass shade / Made in Italy circa 1950s Measures: width 13 inch...

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20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Superb English Bamboo desk with drop front "Bird & Foliate" design
Superb English Bamboo desk with drop front "Bird & Foliate" design

Superb English Bamboo desk with drop front "Bird & Foliate" design

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Superb English bamboo desk with Bird & Foliate" design. Beautiful shape with lacquer all over.

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Antique 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Lacquer

Desk Caddy with Inkwell Veneered in Birds-Eye Maple
Desk Caddy with Inkwell Veneered in Birds-Eye Maple

Desk Caddy with Inkwell Veneered in Birds-Eye Maple

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

A sarcophagus-form desktop caddy with brass lock that opens to reveal two open compartments and cut-glass inkwell. The exterior and interior of the box are luxuriously veneered in th...

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Antique 19th Century Desk Accessories

Materials

Marble

Art Deco Desk in Birds Eye Maple
Art Deco Desk in Birds Eye Maple

Art Deco Desk in Birds Eye Maple

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H 29.93 in W 54.34 in D 27.17 in

Art Deco Desk in Birds Eye Maple

Located in Paddock Wood, Kent

Art Deco Desk in bird's-eye maple An English produced one piece Art Deco desk in bird's-eye maple with new leather inset top and hand cut dovetail joint construction, the desk is ...

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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Beautiful Birds-Eye Maple Desk, Vanity or Sofa Table with Brass Drawer Handles
Beautiful Birds-Eye Maple Desk, Vanity or Sofa Table with Brass Drawer Handles

Beautiful Birds-Eye Maple Desk, Vanity or Sofa Table with Brass Drawer Handles

By Milo Baughman

Located in Houston, TX

An elegant desk or vanity in the style of Milo Baughman. This piece has a curved front which provides an interesting design detail. The top piece rolls down in a bentwood style elimi...

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

19th Century English Bamboo Desk with Inkwells
19th Century English Bamboo Desk with Inkwells

19th Century English Bamboo Desk with Inkwells

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fine petite English ladies desk with lacquered top painted with birds. The desk is appointed with a pair of silvered top inkwells.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Silver Plate

French Bird's Eye Maple Faux bamboo center table with drawer.
French Bird's Eye Maple Faux bamboo center table with drawer.

French Bird's Eye Maple Faux bamboo center table with drawer.

Located in New Orleans, LA

It could be used as a desk or center table.

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Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Wood

Carved French Table with Four Drawers and Birds Head Knobs
Carved French Table with Four Drawers and Birds Head Knobs

Carved French Table with Four Drawers and Birds Head Knobs

Located in Atlanta, GA

Carved French table with four drawers and birds head knobs.

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Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

SINGLE TWIG CHAIR WITH BIRD FABRIC COVERED SEAT
SINGLE TWIG CHAIR WITH BIRD FABRIC COVERED SEAT

SINGLE TWIG CHAIR WITH BIRD FABRIC COVERED SEAT

Located in Geneva, IL

THE SEAT IS NEWLY COVERED IN OFF WHITE AND BROWN BIRD FABRIC BY THOMAS PAUL FOR DURALEE. PERFECT DESK CHAIR OR A SIDE CHAIR AS AN ACCENT IN A ROOM.

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Vintage 1970s Spanish Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Black Forrest Box with Two Birds on the Lid
Black Forrest Box with Two Birds on the Lid

Black Forrest Box with Two Birds on the Lid

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H 8.5 in W 8.5 in D 5.5 in

Black Forrest Box with Two Birds on the Lid

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a lovely carved box with two birds watching over the nest containing three eggs. There are some wonderful carved floral motifs on the sides.

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Antique Early 19th Century Swiss Black Forest More Desk Accessories

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Wood

Art Deco Mahogany Desk

Art Deco Mahogany Desk

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H 32 in W 55 in D 32 in

Art Deco Mahogany Desk

Located in Chicago, IL

An Art Deco Mahogany Desk With Bands of Bird's Eye Maple and a Long and Short Drawer Plus a Door with Four Drawers Beyond.( Matches the Three Door Mahogany Cabinet IN-F 7693)

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Vintage 1940s French Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany, Birdseye Maple

Victorian Papier-Mache Stationary Box With Painted, Gilded Birds and Flowers
Victorian Papier-Mache Stationary Box With Painted, Gilded Birds and Flowers

Victorian Papier-Mache Stationary Box With Painted, Gilded Birds and Flowers

Located in Heathfield, East Sussex

A most beautiful Victorian Papier-Mache Stationary Box with painted and gilded birds and flowers. Rising serpentine lid lifts to reveal slotted stationary compartments. Beautifully p...

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Paper

Superb 19th Century English Bamboo Ladies Desk
Superb 19th Century English Bamboo Ladies Desk

Superb 19th Century English Bamboo Ladies Desk

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H 57.5 in W 36 in D 22.25 in

Superb 19th Century English Bamboo Ladies Desk

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Superb and sophisticate 19th century English bamboo ladies desk with black lacquer floral and bird decorations.

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Antique 1890s English Desks and Writing Tables

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Bamboo

A Large Black Forest Mantel Clock with Red Stags and Game Birds
A Large Black Forest Mantel Clock with Red Stags and Game Birds

A Large Black Forest Mantel Clock with Red Stags and Game Birds

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

Two full-figured, carved red deer stags stand atop this impressive linden wood, Black Forest mantel clock. The clock is richly decorated with carved foliage and game birds, exhibitin...

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Antique 19th Century European Black Forest Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Wood

Venetian Painted Desk
Venetian Painted Desk

Venetian Painted Desk

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H 38 in W 33 in D 22 in

Venetian Painted Desk

Located in Santa Rosa, CA

Unusual old drop front desk with painted birds and gilt decoration

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20th Century Desks

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Located in Essex, MA

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Located in Palm Beach, FL

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Located in Chicago, IL

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An assortment of desk with birds is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique desk with birds was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and animal skin. Desk with birds have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Desk with birds are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many desk with birds are appealing in their simplicity, but Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius, C. V. Bergen & Co. and Vienna Bronze produced popular desk with birds that are worth a look.

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Prices for desk with birds start at $235 and top out at $21,000 with the average selling for $1,174.
Questions About Desk With Birds
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    Birds are taxidermied through a multi-step process. First, the taxidermist removes the skin and flesh. Then, they wire the bird and mount it. Finally, they groom the bird, arranging the feathers to make the finished piece visually appealing. Shop a collection of taxidermied birds on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rothschild Bird refers to a china pattern created by Herend Porcelain Manufactory in 1850 for the Rothschld family of Europe. The birds are meant to represent birds from the Rothschild’s Vienna residence where they were once seen playing with a pearl necklace. Find a collection of expertly vetted Herent Porcelain from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    Italian-American designer and artist Harry Bertoia designed the Bird chair in 1952. It features a tubular base and a wire basket seat. Today, Knoll Furniture continues to manufacture the mid-century modern furnishing. Find a selection of Bird chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    What birds are illegal to taxidermy depends on where you live. In the U.S., federal law bans the practice for certain species, and most states have additional restrictions. Consult your local regulations for specific information. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of taxidermy.
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    Metal bird sculptures have been made by many different artisans and companies over the years. They remain popular, timeless pieces sought after by enthusiasts across the world. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a wide collection of antique and contemporary metal bird sculptures and figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    Yes, you can buy stuffed birds. However, laws prohibit the sale of certain species of taxidermied birds. To purchase one, you can work with a local taxidermist or shop various reputable online platforms. Find a variety of taxidermy on 1stDibs.
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    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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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.
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    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 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.
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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.
  • 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 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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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 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.