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Art Deco Desk with Bookshelves in Walnut
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
This Art Deco Desk with Bookshelves in Walnut, a timeless piece from circa 1930 that brings both
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Desk with Bookshelves in Walnut
Art Deco Desk with Bookshelves in Walnut
H 30.32 in W 35.83 in D 295.67 in
Mission Oak/Tiger Oak Single Drawer Desk with Bookshelves
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a nice example of Arts and Crafts craftsmanship. This Mission Oak desk is made of oak and
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks

Materials

Oak

Early Dunbar Leather Curved Desk and Chair by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
desk with built in bookshelves. The drawers are hinged and swing open. The original mohair covered
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Vintage 1940s Desks

Materials

Leather

1960s Modular MCM Walnut Wall Unit with Drop Down Desk Bookshelves- 5 Pieces
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Madison, WI
pieces: The two wall hanging pieces each add their own features-- One features a drop down desk, and the
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Iron

Leather Topped Charak Modern Ebonized Desk Attributed to Parzinger
By Charak Furniture Company, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Stamford, CT
pulls. Finished on all sides, obverse of desk having open bookshelves with adjustable shelving.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Flat Top Three-Part Mahogany Campaign Desk with Bookshelves
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A vintage, English mahogany three-piece Campaign style desk, featuring bookshelves on the reverse
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Mid-20th Century English Campaign Desks

Rare Kneehole Desk with Bookshelves by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Danville, CA
Rare Mahogany Desk with Book Shelves by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Please browse our entire
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Vintage 1950s American Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Arts & Crafts Stickley Bros. Mission Oak Desk with Bookshelves, c1910
By Stickley Brothers
Located in Big Flats, NY
An Arts and Crafts Mission desk by Sickley Brothers offers quarter sawn oak construction with
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Desks

Materials

Oak

Danish Writing Desk Teak with Drawers and Bookshelves, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This elegant designed in Denmark serves as a desk, a writing table, library table, or even a
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Maitland Smith Leather Top Executive Desk with Faux Books and Bookshelves Ends
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This beautiful Maitland Smith desk features a gorgeous yellow ochre leather top and faux books at
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1990s Philippine Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner Danish Teak Bookshelves Wall Unit with Desk 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an incredible pair of adjustable bookshelves with desk compartment, made
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Leather Wrapped Ebonized Desk with Brass Pulls and Shelves by Charak Modern
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Stamford, CT
pulls. Finished on all sides, obverse of desk having open bookshelves with adjustable shelving. FLD TBL
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Style Curved Desk with Bookshelves
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Art Deco style curved desk in Amboyna wood. This is replicated on each side panel, being the
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1990s German Art Deco Desks

Art Deco Style Curved Desk with Bookshelves
Art Deco Style Curved Desk with Bookshelves
H 31.3 in W 27.96 in D 64.57 in
Art Deco Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco desk with bookshelves on front side and excellent storage drawers. Comes with a
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Early 20th Century Desks

Art Deco Desk
Art Deco Desk
H 31 in W 63 in D 32.5 in
Pierre Jeanneret Desk
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Solid teak desk with single drawer and open bookshelves to the rear. Designed by Pierre Jeanneret
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Vintage 1960s Desks

Materials

Teak, Leather

Pierre Jeanneret Desk
Pierre Jeanneret Desk
H 28.35 in W 48.04 in D 33.08 in
Svend Madsen Teak Executive Desk
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Fulton, CA
/ bookshelves. Desk is signed with Madsen branded mark under drawer.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Svend Madsen Teak Executive Desk
Svend Madsen Teak Executive Desk
H 28.75 in W 63 in D 31 in
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Desk With Bookshelves For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of desk with bookshelves is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, all desk with bookshelves available were constructed with great care. Desk with bookshelves have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Desk with bookshelves bearing mid-century modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many desk with bookshelves are appealing in their simplicity, but Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Bender Madsen and Brights of Nettlebed produced popular desk with bookshelves that are worth a look.

How Much are Desk With Bookshelves?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,635, while they’re typically $650 on the low end and $54,494 highest priced.
Questions About Desk With Bookshelves
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Bookshelves should typically be 10 to 12 inches deep.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    How long bookshelves can be without sagging depends on the overall strength of the materials and the quality of the craftsmanship. However, most manufacturers make bookshelves up to 30 to 36 inches in length. Shop an assortment of bookcases on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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.
  • 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 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 ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.
  • 1stDibs 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A tanker desk is a type of desk made of a simple rectangular working surface that rests on two pedestals. A tanker desk can also take the form of a large surface that rests on a pair of small cabinets consisting of drawers of multiple sizes. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tanker desks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 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 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 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best stand-up desk adjusts to as low as the shortest sitting elbow height and at least as high as the tallest standing elbow height. A bamboo stand-up desk is said to be strong and durable. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage stand-up desks .