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Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Knee Hole 4 Drawer Desk with Key
By Drylund
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century Danish modern teak knee hole 4 drawer desk with key. Beautiful wood grain on top great
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Scandinavian Modern teak 5 drawer desk with key Sweden
By Scandiline 1
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid Century Danish Modern teak 5 drawer desk with key. Great Danish Desk with 5 drawers with carved
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Maddox Refinished Red Mahogany Block / Slant Front Secretary Desk with Key
By Maddox Furniture
Located in Germantown, MD
A refinished Maddox Red Mahogany Chippendale Block front, Slant Front Secratary Desk with Key
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Walnut Gothic Revival Drop Front Writing Desk Hastings Furniture Co
By Hastings
Located in Toledo, OH
painted sailing ship on leather front. Wrought iron leg supports. Locking desk with key. Measures: 28" x
Category

Vintage 1920s North American Gothic Revival Desks

Materials

Walnut

Keys Desk by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Keys Desk by Phase Design Dimensions: D 55.9 x W 127 x H 73.7 cm. Materials: Spandrel glass top
Category

2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Keys Desk by Phase Design
Keys Desk by Phase Design
H 29.02 in W 50.01 in D 22.01 in
English 19th Century Oak Desk with Ebonized Accents and Gilded Greek Key Frieze
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English oak desk from the 19th century with ebonized accents, carved floral motifs and Greek Key
Category

Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Mid century Danish modern teak desk with nickel handles with key
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century Danish modern teak desk with nickel handles with key. Kneehole desk with (3) slim
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Nickel

French Debournais One Drawer Tooled Leather Top Desk Table with Lock and Key
Located in Germantown, MD
Amazing French Debournais er tooled leather top desk / table with lock and key. One Large and very
Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Tiffany Studios Greek Key Bronze Doré Blotter Ends With Leather Desk Blotter
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Art Deco or Arts & Crafts period gilt bronze blotter ends featuring Greek Key
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desk Sets

Materials

Bronze

1820s English Mahogany Partner's Desk with Greek Key Leather Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 19th-century English mahogany partner's desk. A tooled gilt Greek key pattern borders the
Category

Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Desks

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Midcentury Swedish Modern Teak Small Desk 4 Drawer with Key
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Swedish Mid-Century Modern teak desk with 4 drawers that have teak handles. Sits on tapered leg
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

1960s Egon Ostergaard Scandinavian Roll Top Desk Swedish Secretaire with Key
By Egon Ostergaard
Located in Monrovia, CA
Key That Will Keep Your Personal Things Personal. The Key Locks The Roll Up / Roll Down Desk Top And
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key
By Jean Gillon
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Stunning closable and lockable rosewood writing desk. The piece closes completely and can be key
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Midcentury Danish Modern Light Teak Desk 6 Drawers Top Lockable Drawers Key
By Børge Mogensen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Great Medium sized mid century Danish modern light teak desk with 6 drawers with wooden pulls
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

1969 Teak Danish Boomerang Desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen Draws Cabinet Bar Keys
By Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Milano, IT
1969 teak "boomerang" desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen (firstly designed in 1956), Danish modern
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Desk Calendar or Stationary Holder
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique gilt bronze desk calendar holder or stationary holder featuring Greek key
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desk Sets

Materials

Bronze

Biedermeier Desk with Burl and Inlay
Located in Hudson, NY
Biedermeier desk with burl and inlay. Single drawer with key.
Category

Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Biedermeier Desk with Burl and Inlay
Biedermeier Desk with Burl and Inlay
H 30.5 in W 49.5 in D 25 in
LUXURY PREMiUM GREEK KEY BLACK DESK LEATHER INSERT 161CM X 104.5CM
Located in GB
£599 luxury premium black leather desk hide with green key embossed boarder This was made for a client
Category

20th Century Regency Desks

Materials

Leather

Oak Roll Top Secretary Desk with Drawers
Located in Madrid, ES
Oak secretary / writing desk from circa 1900's. Featuring a roll-up flap with underlying writing
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Oak Roll Top Secretary Desk with Drawers
Oak Roll Top Secretary Desk with Drawers
H 47.25 in W 51.19 in D 29.53 in
Rosewood Writing Desk with Bookshelf, Danish Design
Located in The Hague, NL
Midcentury Danish rosewood desk A good quality Danish rosewood desk having four drawers to the
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Tiffany Studios New York Art Deco Greek Key Bronze Doré Pen Tray Desk Accessory
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Deco bronze doré pen tray featuring a Greek key design By Tiffany Studios New York
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Bronze

Scandinavian Veneered Biedermeier Writing Desk with Lyres
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
the key is working. The desk is most likely Swedish or Danish Biedermeier.
Category

Antique Early 1800s Scandinavian Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique English Wooden Desk with Reading Stand
Located in London, GB
a central stretcher bar. The legs are adjustable with a key, allowing the desk to function as a
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique English Wooden Desk with Reading Stand
Antique English Wooden Desk with Reading Stand
H 27.56 in W 38.59 in D 18.12 in
Elegant vintage Italian desk with green glass
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Milano, IT
desk that's nothing short of a masterpiece, a testament to the era's refined taste and attention to
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Elegant vintage Italian desk with green glass
Elegant vintage Italian desk with green glass
H 30.71 in W 66.54 in D 31.11 in
RESTORED ANTiQUE ART NOUVEAU STATIONERY WRITING CABINET WITH CALENDAR & KEy
Located in GB
collectable, Art Nouveau, fully restored stationary writing cabinet with date function and original key In
Category

Antique 19th Century English Art Nouveau Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Portable "Laptop" Desk with Storage Compartments and Inkwell
Located in Soquel, CA
Portable "Laptop" Desk with Storage Compartments and Inkwell Box with storage for paper, pens, ink
Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

Compass and Accessories Box Complete with Key, circa France, 1920
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Charming compass box complete with its key. Wooden box marked on the inside "Compas Supérieurs
Category

Early 20th Century French Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

French Walnut Barley Twist Desk with Leather Top
Located in Port Chester, NY
A handsome leather topped desk or writing table with spectacular barley twist legs and support
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Charming Old English Pine Desk with Great Details
Located in Bronx, NY
Charming old English pine desk with great details the desk has nine drawers, many of which lock
Category

Vintage 1940s English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

18th Century Louis XVI desk with sheath legs.
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
box interior and fitted tray. Period locks and Key. Top and lateral pulls sheathed in original
Category

Antique 1790s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Silver Plate Ink Well with Gallery, Sphinx and Greek Key Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
greek key trim. A center storage piece is presented with a Sphinx removable lid. The tray has a
Category

20th Century English Art Deco Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique Italian Money-Changers Desk with Hidden Storage
Located in London, GB
An 17-18th century antique desk. Likely Italian, but sourced in France. Solid oak with a
Category

Antique Early 18th Century European Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Italian antique wooden desk with inlay decorations with light wood, early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
working key. The sides of the desk are also decorated. All four sides of the desk have a wavy profile to
Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Danish Freestanding Teak Desk with Floating Top, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Freestanding Teak Desk with Floating Top, 1950s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

English Partner Desk, Writing Desk
Located in Berlin, DE
: We hereby confirm that the following working procedure will be carried out for the partner desk
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Leather

English Partner Desk, Writing Desk
English Partner Desk, Writing Desk
H 28.35 in W 48.04 in D 30.71 in
Large Vintage Oak Desk, Double Sided with Display End
Located in Ely, GB
A beautifully large vintage partner desk or possible retail counter desk. The desk is in good
Category

Vintage 1920s British Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Bauhaus Oak Wood Desk With Roller Doors, Czechoslovakia 1940s
Located in Zohor, SK
condition. The desk has two roller doors on each side that work perfectly on the same key. There are two
Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Modern Slab Walnut Desk with Figured Maple Pencil Drawer
By Drake Stuedemann
Located in Seneca, IL
Writing is a process of inspiration, so shouldn't your desk inspire? The Taper Desk is a
Category

2010s American Rustic Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Ebony, Walnut

American Antique Reproduction Roll Top Desk with Top Cupboard
Located in EDENSOR PARK, NSW
but looks like an antique, comes with keys to both roll top and below drawers, desk has 9 small
Category

Late 20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

French Bureau Plat or Desk with Gilt Griffin Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
French Empire Style Bureau Plat or Desk, France, circa 1950s. Elegant design in black lacquered
Category

Vintage 1950s French Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Metal

Louis XV Style Folding Desk with One Drawer, 1950
Located in Miami, FL
Louis XV style folding desk with one drawer. An exceptional Louis XV style desk, made of early
Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique English Carlton House Desk with Marquetry & Brass Accents
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This Carlton House desk or writing table is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in England in
Category

Early 20th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Bodil Kjaer Rosewood Desk with Cabinet for E. Pedersen & Son
By Bodil Kjaer, Jason Møbler, E. Pedersen & Søn
Located in New York, NY
Bodil Kjaer rosewood desk with cabinet for E. Pedersen & Son and Jason Mobler Denmark. The desk
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Empire Mahogany Desk With Hunter Green Leather Top, Circa 1930
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Empire mahogany desk with tooled hunter green leather top. The desk with bronze banding and trim
Category

Early 20th Century American Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Mid Century Modern Walnut Desk with brass and walnut pulls
Located in Cincinnati, OH
W x 25 H (drawer bottom to floor). 2 locks with 2 keys each. Touch up only on desk, original finish
Category

Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

A Biedermeier Antique Writing Cylinder Bureau/Desk with Drawers c1880
Located in Oak Park, MI
A sophisticated antique Danish (?) cylinder bureau desk with drawers. A great piece! Rare
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk
Located in Baltimore, MD
A desk with incredible form and presence. This attractive original magic box desk, cabinet/desk
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk
Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk
H 45.3 in W 64.5 in D 20.38 in
French Restoration Style Desk on Brass Base with Lift Top
Located in Troy, MI
top has a functional key. Interior wood is blond and may be beech - we are not certain. Desk is
Category

Early 20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Large Victorian Partner Desk, England, 19th Century, Mahogany with Leather
Located in Berlin, DE
Large Victorian Partner Desk, England, 19th Century, Mahogany with Leather England, 19th century
Category

Antique 1870s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Modern Live-Edge Walnut Desk with Figured Maple Pencil Drawer
By Drake Stuedemann
Located in Seneca, IL
Writing is a process of inspiration, so shouldn't your desk inspire? The Taper Desk is a
Category

2010s American Rustic Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Ebony, Walnut

Swedish Art Moderne Black Writing Desk with Zebra Hide Insert
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fabulous black lacquered writing desk with bookcase and lockable cabinet on front and curved
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cowhide, Leather, Wood

Brass Key Corkscrew by Carl Aubock
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
, imaginative modern objects. This solid brass key is actually a chic corkscrew in disguise. With a few quick
Category

2010s Austrian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Brass Key Corkscrew by Carl Aubock
Brass Key Corkscrew by Carl Aubock
H 5.75 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
Antique Genuine Swedish Rustic Original Blue Writing Desk Table with Drawers
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique genuine pine writing desk from Sweden with blue paint. The table is in untouched original
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Vintage Swedish Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Teak Wood Desk with Drawers
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This classic desk was made in Sweden during the 1960s. It is made of brown-gold teak with black
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Art Deco Desk
Located in Lee-On-The-Solent, GB
with a new leather top. The central drawer with a working lock and key. A quality, heavy desk from the
Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Desk
Art Deco Desk
H 30.08 in W 47.8 in D 23.9 in
French 19th Century Empire Mahogany Writing Desk with Embossed Leather Top
Located in Hopewell, NJ
original keys. The desk is surrounded in elegant brass and a circular leaf wreath accent. This desk is
Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Clock Man, Wind-Up Clock with Key, Spelter, Hand-Painted
Located in Verviers, BE
Clock Man - Wind-up clock with key - Spelter, hand-painted We prefer to sell our items in
Category

Vintage 1930s French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Spelter

Safe key. Wrought iron. 17th century.
Located in Madrid, ES
Key of strong box in wrought iron, dated in century XVII, with complex design in the head, hollow
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Antique 17th Century European Baroque More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wrought Iron

Safe key. Wrought iron. 17th century.
Safe key. Wrought iron. 17th century.
H 2.37 in W 5.91 in D 0.6 in
Classic Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Wood Desk with Drawers
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
shade of brown, with visible grain details. The desk has three smaller, flat drawers locked with a key
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak

Large 18th Century French Lock and Key
Located in Houston, TX
Large 18th century French iron lock and key. This handsome french iron lock comes with the original
Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Large 18th Century French Lock and Key
Large 18th Century French Lock and Key
H 6 in W 10.5 in D 7.25 in
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Desk With Key For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the desk with key you’re looking for. A desk with key — often made from wood, metal and mahogany — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the desk with key you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right desk with key, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Baroque and Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made desk with key has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Baker Furniture Company, Egon Ostergaard and Kittinger are consistently popular.

How Much is a Desk With Key?

Prices for a desk with key can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $522 and can go as high as $12,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,200.
Questions About Desk With Key
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    “Clochette” is the French word for “bell”, and the term “key clochette” refers to the bell shape of the key tag for Louis Vuitton bags. You can shop a collection of authentic Louis Vuitton bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A key rug is the term for a rug with the Greek key pattern incorporated into its design. The Greek key pattern is a continuous line that folds back in on itself, also known as a meander. Find vintage and contemporary key rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A key rack helps you to organize your keys. It can be a shelf, a box, a stand or other kind of framework. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary key racks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A key case refers to a small case in which keys are carried. These cases are compact and have key hooks on the inside to keep your house key, car key, workplace key and other keys. Shop a range of antique and vintage key cases on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A Tiffany key is a timeless symbol of sophistication. It is a key-shaped pendant designed by legendary American luxury house Tiffany & Co. With its exquisite craftsmanship, the key necklace can be worn alone, or layered together for a more dazzling effect. Tiffany keys come in a variety of materials and feature a range of gemstones. A recurring motif of the Tiffany keys is the fleur-de-lis, a symbol of royalty. On 1stDibs find a variety of Tiffany keys that you can choose from.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A watch key is utilized to wind the watch and set the time in pocket watches. This is generally done by opening the watch back and positioning the key over the winding-arbor and turning the hands. Shop a range of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A key ring is called a keychain. It is a small ring or chain of metal to which one can attach several keys. Find a variety of vintage and antique key rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A keyholder is a small hanger where keys are hung. They are usually attached to the wall, at the entrance of the house. They are often referred to as ‘key hook’ or ‘key rack’ as well and come in various designs, colors and models. Shop a range of antique and vintage key holders today on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Generally, it is not illegal to own a skeleton key, and old homes in some areas may still have locks that require skeleton keys on their interior doors. However, locks that use skeleton keys go against building codes. On 1stDibs, find a range of skeleton keys.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Necklaces with key pendants symbolize opening a door of opportunity or holding the key to the wearer's heart. They make for great gifts for romantic partners.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A key-wind pocket watch is a type of portable timepiece produced from the early 19th century through the middle of the 19th century. It features a mechanism that requires regular winding with a device called a winding key. Shop a range of key-wind pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Art Deco features bold geometric designs, clean lines and vibrant colors.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Wearing a key on a necklace is often done as a sign of good luck or freedom ahead. The key can be a symbol of unlocking any obstacles as you move forward through life. On 1stDibs, find a collection of key pendants.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Among the key Art Deco designers were Tamara de Lempicka, Erté, René Lalique, Le Corbusier, Jean Dunand, Léon Bakst, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Sonia Delaunay, Georges Lepape and Jean Després.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How old key-wind pocket watches are varies greatly. Watchmakers used key-wind mechanisms in pocket watches starting in the 16th century and continued the practice until the mid 19th century. You can find a collection of key-wind pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mexican folk painting has several key elements, including a use of bright colors and representation of natural beauty. Flora and fauna are common subjects. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted Mexican folk paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024
    It is unknown when Louis Vuitton Key Pouches are restocked at the brand's official site. No official restocking schedule for Louis Vuitton's online store has been made public. And as Key Pouches are among the legendary French luxury house's most popular small leather goods, restocks at the LV site, its official boutiques or authorized retailers are likely subject to availability.

    On 1stDibs, expertly vetted sellers are routinely offering vintage Louis Vuitton handbags, tote bags and accessories. Find authentic Louis Vuitton Key Pouches, wallets and other small accessories from some of the world's top boutiques today.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A Murphy desk is a wall-mounted desk that folds out to provide a work surface for a laptop, tablet, documents, and other items. It is a great solution if you have a little space or don't require a full desk every day. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murphy desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A captain’s desk is a type of desk that you stand at rather than sit in front of. It usually has an angled desktop and decorative molding. Captain Josiah Davenport commissioned the British furniture maker Gillows of Lancaster to design the first one in the late 18th century. Sometimes, people refer to the furnishing as a Davenport desk in his honor. Shop a variety of captain’s desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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