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Carter Desk (With Extension) by Croft House
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Additional information: Dimensions: EXTENSION- 52"W + 16"D + 24"H DESK- 72"W + 31"D + 29"H
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21st Century and Contemporary American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Maple

Carter Desk (With Extension) by Croft House
Carter Desk (With Extension) by Croft House

Carter Desk (With Extension) by Croft House

$7,000
H 24 in W 52 in D 16 in
Rare multifunctional teak extension table and desk with drawers by Erik Wørts
By Erik Wørts
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare multifunctional teak extension table and desk with drawers by Erik Wørts. This table is called
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch, Rosewood, Teak

Rare multifunctional teak extension table and desk with drawers by Erik Wørts
Rare multifunctional teak extension table and desk with drawers by Erik Wørts

Rare multifunctional teak extension table and desk with drawers by Erik Wørts

$5,500
H 28 in W 63 in D 36 in
21st Century Modern Desk In Copper And Wood With Rotating Glass Extension
By Alberto Colzani
Located in Milan, IT
An original desk with a wooden top and a glass extension that can rotate around a central pivoting
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Copper

21st Century Modern Desk In Copper And Wood With Rotating Glass Extension
21st Century Modern Desk In Copper And Wood With Rotating Glass Extension

21st Century Modern Desk In Copper And Wood With Rotating Glass Extension

$6,368 / item
H 29.14 in W 92.52 in D 27.96 in
Louis XVI-Style Mahogany Desk with Leather Writing Surface & Pull-Out Extensions
Located in Eindhoven, NL
This elegant early 20th-century Louis XVI-style desk is crafted from rich mahogany and features a
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Early 20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Louis XVI-Style Mahogany Desk with Leather Writing Surface & Pull-Out Extensions
Louis XVI-Style Mahogany Desk with Leather Writing Surface & Pull-Out Extensions

Louis XVI-Style Mahogany Desk with Leather Writing Surface & Pull-Out Extensions

$3,003
H 30.71 in W 71.66 in D 27.56 in
Desk in Mahogany Louis XVI Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Minister desk in mohagany gilded brass and green leather on the top The desk have two extensions
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Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Desk in Mahogany Louis XVI Style
Desk in Mahogany Louis XVI Style

Desk in Mahogany Louis XVI Style

$7,800 / set
H 30 in W 56 in D 31 in
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French 19th century Louis XVI style leather-topped mahogany writing desk with hidden extensions
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany Desk
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany Desk

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany Desk

$2,995
H 30.5 in W 44.25 in D 26.75 in
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Petite Writing Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An ingenious leather-topped mahogany writing desk with hidden extensions on each side to add
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Petite Writing Desk
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Petite Writing Desk

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Petite Writing Desk

$2,200
H 29.25 in W 35.38 in D 21.75 in
Studio Desk, designed by Vittorio Armellini, Italy Mid-20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Large desk with glass top and tabletop extension on the left side. The desk is slightly curved and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Studio Desk, designed by Vittorio Armellini, Italy Mid-20th Century
Studio Desk, designed by Vittorio Armellini, Italy Mid-20th Century

Studio Desk, designed by Vittorio Armellini, Italy Mid-20th Century

$7,810
H 31.89 in W 122.05 in D 31.5 in
20th Century Italian Rosewood MIM Writing Table - Vintage Desk by Ico Parisi
By Ico Parisi, MIM Roma
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
desk is composed with a flat extension, in the center of the table and five drawers, three on the front
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

20th Century Italian Rosewood MIM Writing Table - Vintage Desk by Ico Parisi
20th Century Italian Rosewood MIM Writing Table - Vintage Desk by Ico Parisi

20th Century Italian Rosewood MIM Writing Table - Vintage Desk by Ico Parisi

$23,900
H 28.5 in W 82.75 in D 38.75 in
Mid-Century Desk Designed by John Van Koert Fro Drexel circa 1960
By John Van Koert
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An American mid-century walnut desk with side extension designed by John Van Koert fro Drexel
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Desk Designed by John Van Koert Fro Drexel circa 1960
Mid-Century Desk Designed by John Van Koert Fro Drexel circa 1960

Mid-Century Desk Designed by John Van Koert Fro Drexel circa 1960

$5,800
H 30 in W 45 in D 26 in
Bernard Vuarnesson desk or dining table with reversible and extendible tops, 80s
By Bernard Vuarnesson
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Rare modular desk dining table PAR6 by French designer Bernard Vuarnesson for Bellato, Italy ca
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Laminate, Beech

Bernard Vuarnesson desk or dining table with reversible and extendible tops, 80s
Bernard Vuarnesson desk or dining table with reversible and extendible tops, 80s

Bernard Vuarnesson desk or dining table with reversible and extendible tops, 80s

$6,188
H 72 in W 140 in D 70 in
Biedermeier Period Oval Mahogany Library Table desk Germany
Located in New York, NY
A fine Biederemeier period oval library table desk with folding extensions on each side from
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Antique 1820s German Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Biedermeier Period Oval Mahogany Library Table desk Germany
Biedermeier Period Oval Mahogany Library Table desk Germany

Biedermeier Period Oval Mahogany Library Table desk Germany

$12,500
H 29.5 in W 38.75 in D 32 in
1980ies Modular dining table or desk Designed by Bernard Vuarnesson for Bellato
By Bernard Vuarnesson
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
perfect as a desk with several extensions for office equipment. This is the highly sought-after early
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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood, Formica

1980ies Modular dining table or desk Designed by Bernard Vuarnesson for Bellato
1980ies Modular dining table or desk Designed by Bernard Vuarnesson for Bellato

1980ies Modular dining table or desk Designed by Bernard Vuarnesson for Bellato

$5,106
H 28.35 in W 55.12 in D 27.56 in
Rare Poul Cadovius Royal system bookcase with extendable table, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in LYON, FR
-leaf dining table or desk with folding extension. The shelves and cabinets are then inserted into
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Rare Poul Cadovius Royal system bookcase with extendable table, 1960s
Rare Poul Cadovius Royal system bookcase with extendable table, 1960s

Rare Poul Cadovius Royal system bookcase with extendable table, 1960s

$7,317
H 78.35 in W 127.96 in D 14.77 in
Rare Poul Cadovius Royal system Bookcase with drop-leaf Table, 1960’s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in LYON, FR
uprights and a rare drop-leaf dining table or desk with a fold-down extension. The shelves and cabinets
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Rare Poul Cadovius Royal system Bookcase with drop-leaf Table, 1960’s
Rare Poul Cadovius Royal system Bookcase with drop-leaf Table, 1960’s

Rare Poul Cadovius Royal system Bookcase with drop-leaf Table, 1960’s

$6,620
H 80.71 in W 127.96 in D 41.34 in

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Biedermeier Desk with Extension, Polished Mahogany, Dark, Wooden, circa 1840
By Biedermeier
Located in Krakow, małopolskie
decoration of the desk is a long, central drawer integrated into a veneered top, supported on slim turned
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Antique 1840s Polish Biedermeier Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Biedermeier Desk with Extension, Polished Mahogany, Dark, Wooden, circa 1840
Biedermeier Desk with Extension, Polished Mahogany, Dark, Wooden, circa 1840

Biedermeier Desk with Extension, Polished Mahogany, Dark, Wooden, circa 1840

H 41.34 in W 41.74 in D 29.53 in
Figural Desk with an Extension, 18th / 19th Century
Located in Liverpool, GB
Richly carved cabinet - dressing table in the style of the Italian Renaissance. Dated at the turn of the 18th / 19th century, made of walnut wood. This piece of furniture is the s...
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Renaissance Desks

Materials

Nutwood

Figural Desk with an Extension, 18th / 19th Century
Figural Desk with an Extension, 18th / 19th Century

Figural Desk with an Extension, 18th / 19th Century

H 64.57 in W 41.34 in D 20.48 in
Domed Baroque Extension Table with Silver Leaf Details and Leather Top, Modenese
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Complete your office with this domed extension desk finely finished in natural walnut and silver
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2010s Italian Baroque Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Domed Baroque Extension Table with Silver Leaf Details and Leather Top, Modenese
Domed Baroque Extension Table with Silver Leaf Details and Leather Top, Modenese

Domed Baroque Extension Table with Silver Leaf Details and Leather Top, Modenese

H 31.5 in W 37.41 in D 49.61 in
Teak Desk
Located in Paris, FR
Stand-alone teak desk, front with extension panel and drawers, one of which arranged for archiving
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Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Teak Desk
Teak Desk

Teak Desk

H 28.35 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in
Bespoke Brutalist Japan Desk, Reclaimed Hardwood, with Extension by P.Tendercool
By Pieter Compernol & Stephanie Grusenmeyer
Located in Bangkok, TH
This table exemplifies our 'bespoke service'. A client contacted us with her need for an extension
Category

2010s Thai Brutalist Console Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Reclaimed Wood

Bespoke Brutalist Japan Desk, Reclaimed Hardwood, with Extension by P.Tendercool
Bespoke Brutalist Japan Desk, Reclaimed Hardwood, with Extension by P.Tendercool

Bespoke Brutalist Japan Desk, Reclaimed Hardwood, with Extension by P.Tendercool

H 28.55 in W 35.83 in D 120.08 in
Unique Table by Kaare Klint from 1929
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Fuveau, Provence
mahogany circular top above drawer desk extension, with inkwell and pen tray. Cross leg base with moulded
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Vintage 1920s Danish Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Unique Table by Kaare Klint from 1929
Unique Table by Kaare Klint from 1929

Unique Table by Kaare Klint from 1929

H 27.17 in Dm 35.44 in
French 1940s School Writing Desk with Extension Flap and Four Drawers.
Located in Santa Monica, CA
French 1940s School Writing Desk with Extension Flap and Four Drawers.
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Mid-20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

French 1940s School Writing Desk with Extension Flap and Four Drawers.
French 1940s School Writing Desk with Extension Flap and Four Drawers.

French 1940s School Writing Desk with Extension Flap and Four Drawers.

H 35 in W 35 in D 20 in
Danish Rosewood Desk with Extension Leaves
Located in Dorchester, MA
This large desk features a large top in beautiful rosewood grain atop gently tapered legs. It has
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Rosewood Desk with Extension Leaves
Danish Rosewood Desk with Extension Leaves

Danish Rosewood Desk with Extension Leaves

H 28.5 in W 66.75 in D 33.5 in
Directoire Style Mahogany Desk with Extensions
Located in Pembroke, MA
Large French Directoire style mahogany desk with pull-out shelves on each side. (Each shelf extends
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Early 20th Century French Desks

Directoire Style Mahogany Desk with Extensions
Directoire Style Mahogany Desk with Extensions

Directoire Style Mahogany Desk with Extensions

H 30 in W 57.75 in D 31 in
Antique Desk with Extension, Northern Europe, circa 1900
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique desk from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Very good condition. Made of walnut
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Antique Early 1900s Swedish Other Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Desk with Extension, Northern Europe, circa 1900
Antique Desk with Extension, Northern Europe, circa 1900

Antique Desk with Extension, Northern Europe, circa 1900

H 50.4 in W 33.47 in D 19.3 in
Antique desk with extension, late 19th century, Northern Europe.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A desk with an extension from around 1890. The furniture is in very good condition. Dimensions
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Antique 1890s Swedish Louis Philippe Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique desk with extension, late 19th century, Northern Europe.
Antique desk with extension, late 19th century, Northern Europe.

Antique desk with extension, late 19th century, Northern Europe.

H 54.73 in W 41.34 in D 27.96 in
Mid-Century Desk with Extension by Edward Wormley for Drexel
By Edward Wormley, Drexel
Located in Pasadena, CA
and foot rest in brass. The desk features four graduated drawers and a 15" extension which folds down
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Desk with Extension by Edward Wormley for Drexel
Mid-Century Desk with Extension by Edward Wormley for Drexel

Mid-Century Desk with Extension by Edward Wormley for Drexel

H 29.25 in W 40 in D 22 in
Art Nouveau Pedestal Desk with Extensions, in Mahogany, France, 1900s
By Louis Majorelle, Atelier Gauthier Poinsignon
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Superb office desk with shelves / extensions from each side. Structure in solid blond mahogany
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Desks

Materials

Bronze

Art Nouveau Pedestal Desk with Extensions, in Mahogany, France, 1900s
Art Nouveau Pedestal Desk with Extensions, in Mahogany, France, 1900s

Art Nouveau Pedestal Desk with Extensions, in Mahogany, France, 1900s

H 29.93 in W 88.19 in D 29.53 in
Desk with extension - secretary desk from the end of the 19th century, Northern
Located in Chorzów, PL
Desk from around 1890, Northern Europe. Dimensions: height 149 cm / width 104 cm / depth 72 cm
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Antique 1890s Swedish Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Desk with extension - secretary desk from the end of the 19th century, Northern
Desk with extension - secretary desk from the end of the 19th century, Northern

Desk with extension - secretary desk from the end of the 19th century, Northern

H 58.67 in W 40.95 in D 28.35 in
Mid-Century Drexel "Parallel" Desk with Extension by John Van Koert, USA, 1960s
By John Van Koert
Located in New York, NY
a practical as well as great looking desk.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Drexel "Parallel" Desk with Extension by John Van Koert, USA, 1960s
Mid-Century Drexel "Parallel" Desk with Extension by John Van Koert, USA, 1960s

Mid-Century Drexel "Parallel" Desk with Extension by John Van Koert, USA, 1960s

H 30 in W 45 in D 26 in
Danish rosewood desk with extension and floating box, model 0S 51 by Arne Vodder
By H. Sigh & Søns Møbelfabrik AS, Arne Vodder
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian office. An extension held by brass hooks allows you to adjust the desk
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Danish rosewood desk with extension and floating box, model 0S 51 by Arne Vodder
Danish rosewood desk with extension and floating box, model 0S 51 by Arne Vodder

Danish rosewood desk with extension and floating box, model 0S 51 by Arne Vodder

H 27.96 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Formanova Desk Stained Beech and Maple Veneer, Italy, 1970s
By Formanova
Located in Milano, IT
Desk with extension, cherry and walnut stained beech and maple veneer, chromed metal structure.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Formanova Desk Stained Beech and Maple Veneer, Italy, 1970s
Formanova Desk Stained Beech and Maple Veneer, Italy, 1970s

Formanova Desk Stained Beech and Maple Veneer, Italy, 1970s

H 29.93 in W 80.71 in D 68.12 in
Handpolished 1830s Louis Seize XVI Desk with Green Leather Tabletop
Located in Ulm, DE
Desk with extensions (each circa 30 cm) Cherry-wood, shellac hand polished In the style of
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Ash, Cherry

Handpolished 1830s Louis Seize XVI Desk with Green Leather Tabletop
Handpolished 1830s Louis Seize XVI Desk with Green Leather Tabletop

Handpolished 1830s Louis Seize XVI Desk with Green Leather Tabletop

H 29.93 in W 51.19 in D 27.56 in
Svend & Madsen Architect's Desk
Located in San Francisco, CA
Teak table may be used as a table or desk; with extension leaves (removable) and supports; two
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Svend & Madsen Architect's Desk
Svend & Madsen Architect's Desk

Svend & Madsen Architect's Desk

H 28.5 in W 84 in D 29 in
Desk from the Interwar Period, Northern Europe, circa 1920
Located in Chorzów, PL
The antique desk with extension was made of walnut wood at the beginning of the 20th century. Very
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Vintage 1920s Danish Neoclassical Desks

Materials

Walnut

Desk from the Interwar Period, Northern Europe, circa 1920
Desk from the Interwar Period, Northern Europe, circa 1920

Desk from the Interwar Period, Northern Europe, circa 1920

H 51.58 in W 50.79 in D 31.89 in
French 19th Century Walnut Barley Twist Desk with Sliding Extensions
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Wonderful writing desk made of walnut with 2 drawers and 2 sliding extensions for additional
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Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

French 19th Century Walnut Barley Twist Desk with Sliding Extensions
French 19th Century Walnut Barley Twist Desk with Sliding Extensions

French 19th Century Walnut Barley Twist Desk with Sliding Extensions

H 30.5 in W 46.75 in D 29 in
Rare Louis Philippe Period Burl Walnut Desk with Leather Top and Two Extensions
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This Louis Philippe period desk is made of eye catching bookmatched burl walnut and stands on
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Antique 1840s French Louis Philippe Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Rare Louis Philippe Period Burl Walnut Desk with Leather Top and Two Extensions
Rare Louis Philippe Period Burl Walnut Desk with Leather Top and Two Extensions

Rare Louis Philippe Period Burl Walnut Desk with Leather Top and Two Extensions

H 29 in W 49.5 in D 23 in
Arne Vodder Desk with Sliding Drawers
By Arne Vodder, H. Sigh & Søns Møbelfabrik AS
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Scandinavian office desk with an extension held by brass hooks that allows you to adjust the desk
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Arne Vodder Desk with Sliding Drawers
Arne Vodder Desk with Sliding Drawers

Arne Vodder Desk with Sliding Drawers

H 28 in W 47 in D 23.5 in
Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Desk with Finished Back
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Very unusual Danish modern desk with a drop-leaf extension on the side. When extended, the entirety
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Desk with Finished Back
Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Desk with Finished Back

Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Desk with Finished Back

H 28.5 in W 48 in D 24 in
Danish Modern Teak Drop-Leaf Desk with Finished Bookshelf Back
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish modern, teak desk with drop leaf extension is finished in the back with a display bookshelf
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Teak Drop-Leaf Desk with Finished Bookshelf Back
Danish Modern Teak Drop-Leaf Desk with Finished Bookshelf Back

Danish Modern Teak Drop-Leaf Desk with Finished Bookshelf Back

H 30 in W 47 in D 26 in
Desk by Charles Dudouyt
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Culver City, CA
Solid oak desk with (2) extensions. Measures: 55” - 90" W x 37.25” D x 29” H x 24” apron.    
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20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Desk by Charles Dudouyt
Desk by Charles Dudouyt

Desk by Charles Dudouyt

H 29 in W 55 in L 29 in
Charming Louis XVI Style Desk
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Charming Louis XVI style desk with two extensions on each side and its original leather top. Each
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Charming Louis XVI Style Desk
Charming Louis XVI Style Desk

Charming Louis XVI Style Desk

H 30 in W 55 in D 27.25 in
Arne Vodder Style Writing Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Vodder style little teak desk with top extension. The extension flips up and slides to the
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Arne Vodder Style Writing Desk
Arne Vodder Style Writing Desk

Arne Vodder Style Writing Desk

H 29 in W 59.25 in D 20.5 in
Beautiful 19th Century Empire Style Desk
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Beautiful 19th century French Empire style desk with two extensions on each side.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Beautiful 19th Century Empire Style Desk
Beautiful 19th Century Empire Style Desk

Beautiful 19th Century Empire Style Desk

H 30.5 in W 62.63 in D 31.25 in
French 19th Century Mahogany Directoire Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An ingenious leather-topped mahogany desk with hidden extensions on each side to add occasional
Category

Antique 19th Century French Directoire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Mahogany Directoire Desk
French 19th Century Mahogany Directoire Desk

French 19th Century Mahogany Directoire Desk

H 28.88 in W 56.25 in D 26.5 in
Arne Vodder Style Danish Teak Writing Desk
By Arne Vodder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sweet little teak desk with top extension. The extension flips up and slides to the right to make a
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Arne Vodder Style Danish Teak Writing Desk
Arne Vodder Style Danish Teak Writing Desk

Arne Vodder Style Danish Teak Writing Desk

H 29.5 in W 59.25 in D 20.25 in
Erik Worts Danish Rosewood Desk, circa 1960s
By Erik Worts
Located in London, England
and features a 2-drawer unit under the desk apron with an extra extension leaf stored underneath. The
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Erik Worts Danish Rosewood Desk, circa 1960s
Erik Worts Danish Rosewood Desk, circa 1960s

Erik Worts Danish Rosewood Desk, circa 1960s

H 28.35 in W 63 in D 35.44 in
Contrasting Desk by Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck, 1955
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Utrecht, NL
with two extension leaves, each 48 cm, that can be used independently. Desk measures 235 cm when fully
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Teak, Wood

Contrasting Desk by Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck, 1955
Contrasting Desk by Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck, 1955

Contrasting Desk by Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck, 1955

H 28.35 in W 54.34 in D 29.93 in
Polished Steel Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Polished Steel Desk with Sliding Extension
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Vintage 1940s French Desks

Materials

Steel

Polished Steel Desk
Polished Steel Desk

Polished Steel Desk

H 33 in W 74 in D 30 in
French Desk in the Style of Louis XVI by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
mahogany, leather and brass fittings and a delicate form. The desk with both extensions can measure 63" in
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Desk in the Style of Louis XVI by Maison Jansen
French Desk in the Style of Louis XVI by Maison Jansen

French Desk in the Style of Louis XVI by Maison Jansen

H 30.5 in W 39.5 in D 21.75 in
Mid-Century Lane Altavista Desk
By Lane Furniture
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A dark walnut Altavista desk with drop leave extension to one side, two floating drawers under the
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Mid-Century Lane Altavista Desk
Mid-Century Lane Altavista Desk

Mid-Century Lane Altavista Desk

H 29.5 in W 48 in D 24 in
French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Desk
Located in Stockbridge, GA
French 19th century Louis-Philippe desk The desk has 2 extensions on each side. Each extension is
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Desks

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Desk
French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Desk

French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Desk

H 29.75 in W 45 in D 23 in
Early 20th Century French Empire Desk
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Early 20th century French Empire desk, with 2 extensions on each side. Each extension is 13in.W.     
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Early 20th Century French Empire Desks

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th Century French Empire Desk
Early 20th Century French Empire Desk

Early 20th Century French Empire Desk

H 31 in W 60 in D 32 in
French 19th Century Louis XVI Desk
Located in Stockbridge, GA
French 19th century Louis XVI desk with the 2 extensions 86.75” W.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Desks

Materials

Mahogany

French 19th Century Louis XVI Desk
French 19th Century Louis XVI Desk

French 19th Century Louis XVI Desk

H 30 in W 58 in D 30.5 in
A Directoire Style Lacquered and Brass Inlaid Desk
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite Directoire Style Lacquered and Brass Inlaid , Faux Double-Sided Bureauplat Desk with
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20th Century French Desks

A Directoire Style Lacquered and Brass Inlaid Desk
A Directoire Style Lacquered and Brass Inlaid Desk

A Directoire Style Lacquered and Brass Inlaid Desk

H 30 in W 55 in D 29 in
Renaissance Style Desk from the Late 19th Century
Located in Chorzów, PL
An antique, massive desk with an extension was made of oakwood at the end of the 19th century. The
Category

Antique 1890s Danish Renaissance Desks

Materials

Oak

Renaissance Style Desk from the Late 19th Century
Renaissance Style Desk from the Late 19th Century

Renaissance Style Desk from the Late 19th Century

H 58.27 in W 60.24 in D 33.08 in
Antique Writing Desk, Oak, Green Man, Scottish, Table, circa 1890
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
to the rear – a desk extension slide with drawer beneath To the fore, a four compartment stationery
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Desks

Antique Writing Desk, Oak, Green Man, Scottish, Table, circa 1890
Antique Writing Desk, Oak, Green Man, Scottish, Table, circa 1890

Antique Writing Desk, Oak, Green Man, Scottish, Table, circa 1890

H 30.32 in W 56.7 in D 29.14 in
Small Danish Extendable Desk in Teak by Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard, 1960
By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Nice little Scandinavian desk with an extension that folds down on the side. A box with 2 drawers
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Small Danish Extendable Desk in Teak by Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard, 1960
Small Danish Extendable Desk in Teak by Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard, 1960

Small Danish Extendable Desk in Teak by Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard, 1960

H 28.35 in W 45.28 in D 15.75 in
1920s English Leather Top Partners Desk Once Owned by Mariah Carrey
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1920s English leather top partners desk with side extensions. Double-sided, drawers on both sides
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Vintage 1920s Desks

1920s English Leather Top Partners Desk Once Owned by Mariah Carrey
1920s English Leather Top Partners Desk Once Owned by Mariah Carrey

1920s English Leather Top Partners Desk Once Owned by Mariah Carrey

H 31 in W 70 in D 42 in
1960s Italian Ico Parisi Rosewood President's Writing Office Desk for MIM Roma
By Ico Parisi, MIM Roma
Located in London, England
restored by a professional furniture restorer. Dimensions: Desk Height with aluminium leg extensions: 79cm
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel

1960s Italian Ico Parisi Rosewood President's Writing Office Desk for MIM Roma
1960s Italian Ico Parisi Rosewood President's Writing Office Desk for MIM Roma

1960s Italian Ico Parisi Rosewood President's Writing Office Desk for MIM Roma

H 28.35 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in
French Empire Colonial Mahogany Secretary in Oval Shape
Located in Vulpellac, Girona
room: 13 small drawers, including two secret ones and a sliding desk with two also sliding lateral
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Secretaires

Materials

Mahogany

French Empire Colonial Mahogany Secretary in Oval Shape
French Empire Colonial Mahogany Secretary in Oval Shape

French Empire Colonial Mahogany Secretary in Oval Shape

H 50.4 in W 63.39 in D 29.93 in
Desk with Side Extension Designed John Van Koert for Drexel
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Midcentury desk with side extension making the width go from 39.5 inches to 62 inches. Designed
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Desk with Side Extension Designed John Van Koert for Drexel
Desk with Side Extension Designed John Van Koert for Drexel

Desk with Side Extension Designed John Van Koert for Drexel

H 29.53 in W 46.07 in D 25.99 in
Midcentury Walnut Desk in the style of Stow Davis- Lehigh
By Stow Davis
Located in Cincinnati, OH
desk top with pull out height extension which stores above the drawers and hole for your wires and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Midcentury Walnut Desk in the style of Stow Davis- Lehigh
Midcentury Walnut Desk in the style of Stow Davis- Lehigh

Midcentury Walnut Desk in the style of Stow Davis- Lehigh

H 30 in W 60.25 in D 30 in
French Cerused Oak and Parchment Writing Desk
Located in New York, NY
French cerused oak and parchment writing with extensions, desk measures 53" in length but has two
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French Cerused Oak and Parchment Writing Desk
French Cerused Oak and Parchment Writing Desk

French Cerused Oak and Parchment Writing Desk

H 28.5 in W 53 in D 39 in
French Stand-Up Desk/Bar
Located in Round Top, TX
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Early 20th Century French Sideboards

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French Stand-Up Desk/Bar
French Stand-Up Desk/Bar

French Stand-Up Desk/Bar

H 49.5 in W 65.5 in D 45 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Tall Teak bookcase lower dresser desk secretary
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid Century Danish Modern Tall Teak bookcase lower dresser desk secretary By Designer Johannes
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Mid Century Danish Modern Tall Teak bookcase lower dresser desk secretary
Mid Century Danish Modern Tall Teak bookcase lower dresser desk secretary

Mid Century Danish Modern Tall Teak bookcase lower dresser desk secretary

H 72 in W 40 in D 17 in
Gorgeous Three Bay Teak Cado Wall Unit Desk Danish Mid-Century
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Pemberton, NJ
especially love the rare desk with flip up extension and the slanted magazine shelf. Each cabinet and shelf
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Gorgeous Three Bay Teak Cado Wall Unit Desk Danish Mid-Century
Gorgeous Three Bay Teak Cado Wall Unit Desk Danish Mid-Century

Gorgeous Three Bay Teak Cado Wall Unit Desk Danish Mid-Century

H 80 in W 31.5 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Danish Teak Desk with Extension
By Domus Danica, Oddense Maskinsnedkeri
Located in Crockett, CA
sides and features a small storage space on the back side. The desk top and extension are curved at the
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Danish Teak Desk with Extension
Mid-Century Danish Teak Desk with Extension

Mid-Century Danish Teak Desk with Extension

H 29 in W 47 in D 25.5 in
Danish Rosewood Desk with Extension, Arne Vodder for H. Sigh & Søns Møbelfabrik
By H. Sigh & Søns Møbelfabrik AS, Arne Vodder
Located in Crockett, CA
Very nice Danish rosewood desk with book matched grain pattern. The drawer unit can slide from side
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Rosewood

Danish Rosewood Desk with Extension, Arne Vodder for H. Sigh & Søns Møbelfabrik
Danish Rosewood Desk with Extension, Arne Vodder for H. Sigh & Søns Møbelfabrik

Danish Rosewood Desk with Extension, Arne Vodder for H. Sigh & Søns Møbelfabrik

H 28.5 in W 47 in D 23.5 in
Italian L Shape Desk
Located in Porto, PT
Rosewood L shape desk with extension, cast iron legs. Measures: W 2.00 | 2.45 m (open), D 0.82
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Iron

Italian L Shape Desk
Italian L Shape Desk

Italian L Shape Desk

H 30.32 in W 78.75 in D 32.29 in
Christian Liaigre "Polo" Desk with Leather Extensions
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sycamore desk, single pencil drawer two 13" extensions covered in leather.
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Christian Liaigre "Polo" Desk with Leather Extensions
Christian Liaigre "Polo" Desk with Leather Extensions

Christian Liaigre "Polo" Desk with Leather Extensions

H 29 in W 66 in D 30 in
Solid Oak Figural Desk with an Extension / Bureau in an Eclectic Style, 1880
Located in Liverpool, GB
Original, unique, figural desk with an extension / bureau in an eclectic style. Dated circa 1880
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Antique 1880s European Desks

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Solid Oak Figural Desk with an Extension / Bureau in an Eclectic Style, 1880
Solid Oak Figural Desk with an Extension / Bureau in an Eclectic Style, 1880

Solid Oak Figural Desk with an Extension / Bureau in an Eclectic Style, 1880

H 74.81 in W 66.15 in D 35.44 in
Danish Modern Teak Shallow Dresser with Clip-On Desktop Extension
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This totally clever Danish modern narrow teak dresser has an awesome clip on desk top that extends
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Danish Modern Teak Shallow Dresser with Clip-On Desktop Extension
Danish Modern Teak Shallow Dresser with Clip-On Desktop Extension

Danish Modern Teak Shallow Dresser with Clip-On Desktop Extension

H 27.75 in W 60 in D 15 in

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    An extension table is a type of table that can be lengthened or expanded by the table leaf included in the table. These tables are useful because the leaf can be slid back into or under the table in order to reduce the size of the table so that it returns to its smaller size.
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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.
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    A person of average height should have a desk that is 28 to 30 inches high.

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    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 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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    A secretary desk works with the help of hinges that secure the writing surface to the rest of the piece. To use one, you simply pull down on the wooden door to open the hinge and lower the writing surface. Return the desk to its closed position by lifting the writing surface up. You'll find a selection of secretary desks on 1stDibs.

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