Vintage Danish Drop Leaf Desk
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made vintage Danish drop leaf desk, dating from the 1960’s. This is
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Vintage Danish Drop Leaf Desk
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made vintage Danish drop leaf desk, dating from the 1960’s. This is
Wood
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Drop Leaf Desk
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Drop Leaf Desk. Featuring a straight line drop
Wood, Teak
Louis XVI Style Ebonized Drop Leaf Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French 19th century Louis XVI style ebonized and brass inlay drop-leaf desk, expressing touches
Brass
Hans Wegner Drop Leaf Desk AT-305 for Andreas Tuck, 1955
Located in Savannah, GA
A Hans Wegner drop leaf desk or table, model AT-305 for Andreas Tuck, 1955. The top with custom
Wood
Børge Mogensen Drop Leaf Desk in Teak for Søborg
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A really special drop-leaf desk by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Mobler, Denmark. This example
Stainless Steel
$1,850
H 29 in W 58.75 in D 23.5 in
Danish Modern Teak Drop Leaf Desk Ingenius Design with Sliding Drawer Box
By Arne Vodder
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern Teak Drop Leaf Desk, attributed to Arne Vodder, Denmark, circa 1960s. It has an
Teak, Wood
$3,076
H 27.56 in W 55.12 in D 35.44 in
Solid Oregon Pine Drop Leaf Desk / Dining Table, Journeyman piece Denmark 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Ystad, SE
Drop-Leaf Desk / Dining Table in the Manner of Børge Mogensen and Hans J. Wegner. Denmark, 1960s
Pine
$8,900
H 29 in W 55 in D 30 in
Hans J. Wegner Drop Leaf Desk or Table Model "AT-305" for Andreas Tuck, 1955
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Danish Modernist drop-leaf table/desk by Danish designer Hans J. Wegner can be used both as
Oak, Teak
$10,019
H 28.75 in W 55.12 in D 29.93 in
Hans J. Wegner Drop Leaf Desk or Table Model "AT-305" for Andreas Tuck, 1955
By Andreas Tuck, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
This magnificent drop-leaf table by Danish designer Hans J. Wegner can be used both as a work desk
Oak, Teak
$3,480Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 47.25 in D 23.75 in
Mid Century Danish Drop Leaf Expanding Desk Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in Baltimore, MD
leaf desk by Arne Vodder (1926-2009) designed for Sibast Mobler in Denmark, features a drop leaf frame
Teak
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk in Tawi Walnut & Steel
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional and rare drop leaf desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in Tawi Walnut & Steel. USA
Metal
$3,210Sale Price|20% Off
H 39.77 in W 34.26 in D 19.3 in
Antique Flap Writing Desk in Walnut, Carved Cross Legs, Early 18th Century Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient flap, desk in solid walnut, with hand-carved legs and cross base, built, inlaid and briar
Walnut
Drop Leaf Extending Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Teak mid-century desk with extra leaf that lifts and slides to extend the desk to 5.5 feet wide
Teak
$3,500Sale Price|27% Off
H 29.5 in W 40 in D 26.5 in
Baker Furniture Lyre Motife Birdseye Maple Drop-Leaf Writing Desk
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Startlingly beautiful bird’s-eye maple drop-leaf writing desk having gorgeous satinwood and ebony
Birdseye Maple
$1,790
H 28 in W 44 in D 21 in
Vintage Broyhill Gallery Collections Mahogany Drop Leaf 2 Drawer Writing Desk
By Broyhill
Located in Pasadena, TX
a drop leaf top. The piece is made of mahogany. Leaves let out to 54".
Mahogany
$1,862
H 26.38 in W 33.47 in D 16.93 in
1930s Bauhaus Children’s Desk with Drop Leaf in Walnut and Chrome
Located in Praha, CZ
functional clarity and minimalist aesthetics of early modernist furniture. The integrated drop-leaf extension
Steel, Chrome
$3,995
H 29.25 in W 36 in D 27 in
Baker Furniture Regency Rosewood Drop Leaf Writing Desk or Console, Refinished
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Regency or Georgian style drop leaf writing desk, console, or sofa table By Baker
Ebony, Rosewood, Satinwood
$6,400
H 28.5 in W 68 in D 31.5 in
Danish Mid Century Modern Boat Shape Drop Leaf Rosewood Desk Two Drawers MINT!
By Harvey Probber, John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Boat Shape Drop Leaf Rosewood Desk Two Drawers MINT!
Rosewood
$2,250Sale Price|40% Off
H 28.5 in W 48 in D 24 in
Restored Mid Century Modern Teak Wood Desk with Adjustable Base and Drop Leaf
Located in Van Nuys, CA
An exquisite Danish teak desk boasts a drop-leaf extension and a sliding drawer cabinet, showcasing
Teak
$36,000
H 29 in W 70 in D 30 in
Drop Leaf Executive Desk by Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck
By Willy Beck, Ejner Larsen, Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rectangular teak executive desk with a demi-lune drop leaf.
Teak
$12,500
H 31.88 in W 50 in D 23.5 in
Augusto Savini for Pozzi Drop Leaf Gate Leg Desk with Matching Pamplona Chair
By Augusto Savini, Pozzi
Located in Chicago, IL
Uncommon desk form to come across. Original ivory white lacquer over wood with leather insets
Leather
$3,375 / set
H 28 in W 49 in D 19 in
Mid Century English Regency Mahogany Drop Leaf Sofa Table Secretary
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid Century Mid Size English Regency Mahogany Drop Leaf Sofa Table or Writing Desk. Single item
Mahogany
$7,500
H 28 in W 63 in D 45 in
Half Round Horse Shoe Shape Drop Leaf Ends Serving Writing Library Gallery Table
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Half Round Horse Shoe Shape Drop Leaf Ends Serving Writing Library Gallery Table. Hand Forged Iron
Iron, Wrought Iron
$4,485
H 27.17 in W 23.63 in D 27.56 in
Arne Jacobsen Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Table Model "AJ-3601", Fritz Hansen, 1950s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful small drop-leaf table in teak plywood and steel. Danish designer Arne Jacobsen’s
Teak
$2,995
H 28.25 in W 57.5 in D 26.63 in
Baker Furniture English Regency Banded Mahogany Writing Desk or Console Table
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional English Regency or Georgian style drop leaf writing desk, console table, or sofa
Brass
1970s Italian Drop Leaf Dining Table or Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian drop leaf dining table or desk, Italy, circa 1970s. Interesting drop leaf joinery on either
Metal, Chrome
$7,500
H 29.75 in W 64.75 in D 40 in
George Nelson Herman Miller Drop Leaf Gate Leg Dining Table or Desk
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
A rarer find in original black finish. Clever design by George Nelson for Herman Miller Measures: 40" depth 29.75" height. 64.75" long unfolded 41.5" half folded 18.5" folded.
Wood
Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Desk in Teak by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in San Diego, CA
Danish Modern teak desk by Arne Vodder. Has a drop-leaf and finished back with storage. The three
Teak
Unavailable
H 27.75 in W 53.5 in D 27 in
Danish Modern Teak Drop-Leaf Desk Designed by Aksel Boll Jensen
By Aksel Boll Jensen
Located in Portland, OR
Danish modern desk by Aksel Boll Jensen. Rich teak. Drop-leaf provides superior versatility and
Teak
Unavailable
H 29 in W 43 in D 26 in
Victorian Period Mahogany Drop-Leaf Writing Desk Library Sofa Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
You can use this gorgeous piece as either a small drop-leaf desk or a stunning sofa table. It’s
Mahogany
Hans Wegner AT-305 Desk
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oakland, CA
drop leaf desk or table designed by the Danish furniture master, Hans J. Wegner. This is one of the
Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner ET 305 Drop Leaf Oak Desk
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Warsaw, PL
Designed in 1955 by Hans Wegner and manufactured by Andreas Tuck, this solid oak desk has two side
Oak
Unavailable
H 28.12 in W 58.23 in D 27.05 in
English Desk Games Sofa Table Drop-Leaf Writing Table Mahogany, 19th Century
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
An impressive and rare drop-leaf walnut veneered writing desk. The rectangular rosewood
Walnut
English Regency Drop-Leaf Writing Table
Located in Fulton, CA
A period English Regency drop-leaf writing table, desk or sofa table, circa 1790-1820. Some older
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 29.14 in W 85.04 in D 33.86 in
Danish Drop-Leaf teak Office Desk or Dining Table by Børge Mogensen in Teak 1950
By Soborg Mobler, Børge Mogensen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
including original keys. Desk features two 38 cm drop-leaf; table measures 140 cm and 216 cm when fully
Børge Mogensen Mahogany Drop-Leaf Gate Leg Table, 1958
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Vejle, DK
Drop-leaf table model BM 71 library table, Danish design by Børge Mogensen from Fredericia
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 64.18 in D 56.11 in
Peter Hvidt Drop-Leaf Dining Table or Desk in Teak and Brass, Denmark, 1960s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in Maastricht, NL
An oval, drop-leaf teak desk or dining table with brass elements is designed by Peter Hvidt and
Brass
Drop Leaf Desk by George Nelson
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Drop leaf desk with three drawers and ball pulls. Design by George Nelson made by Herman Miller
Vintage French Louis XV Style Drop-Leaf Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage French Louis XV style drop-leaf desk.
Walnut, Burl
Double Drop Leaf Desk by Edward Wormley
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A fine, architectural and uncommon double drop-leaf desk, the figured walnut top hovering above two
Brass
Hans Wegner Teak Drop Leaf Desk
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Redding, CT
Danish designer Hans Wegners famous Teak Drop Leaf Desk, otherwise known as the AT-305
Teak
Drop-Leaf Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Drop-Leaf Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar model No.5265.
Brass, Steel
Bertil Fridhagen Drop-Leaf Desk Produced by Bodafors in Sweden
By Bertil Fridhagen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare drop-leaf desk designed by Bertil Fridhagen. Produced by Bodafors in Sweden.
Brass
Drop-Leaf desk by Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Drop-leaf desk by Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck. Model: AT-305, teak. Nice refinished condition.
Teak
Vintage Swedish Sycamore Drop Leaf Desk
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very well made vintage Swedish sycamore drop leaf desk, dating from the 1960’s. This
Wood
19th Century English Mahogany Drop Leaf Desk, Table
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century English mahogany drop leaf desk, table is perfect as a writing desk, a sofa table, an
Mahogany
Dutch Art Deco Haagse School Drop Leaf Desk By Anton Lucas
By Anton Lucas
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Dutch oak Art Deco Haagse School drop leaf desk by Anton Lucas. Solid ebony macassar knobs. In
Macassar, Oak
Gilbert Rohde Art Deco Oval Drop-Leaf Desk
By Gilbert Rohde
Located in New York, NY
A superb drop-leaf desk by the American designer Gilbert Rohde, circa 1930s-1940s. The desk is
Beech, Mahogany
Sold
H 27.96 in W 70.87 in D 31.5 in
Drop leaf desk by Borge Mogensen for Søborg Mobelfabrik, Denmark 1950s
By Søborg Møbelfabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare drop leaf desk by Borge Mogensen for Søborg Mobelfabrik, Denmark 1950s. This architectural
Steel
Sold
H 42.13 in W 31.89 in D 16.74 in
Mid-Century Modern Drop Leaf Desk by Richard Hornby for Fyne Layd Furniture
By Richard Hornby, Fyne Ladye
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning Mid-Century Modern drop leaf desk. Design by Richard Hornby for Fyne Layde Furniture
Teak
Sold
H 27.96 in W 52.37 in D 31.5 in
Rare Drop Leaf Desk by Borge Mogensen for Søborg Mobelfabrik, Denmark, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare drop leaf desk by Borge Mogensen for Søborg Mobelfabrik, Denmark 1950s. This architectural
Teak
Regency Style Faux Bamboo Drop Leaf Desk or Dining Table
By Duncan Phyfe, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
1930s Regency style drop leaf table. We love the unusual design & adjustable size having two
Brass, Steel
Borge Mogensen Drop Leaf Desk by Soborg, Denmark 1950
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Fantastic drop leaf desk by Borge Mogensen for Soborg Mobelfabrik, Denmark 1950. This amazing desk
Metal
Sold
H 28.35 in W 70.87 in D 31.5 in L 28.35 in
Børge Mogensen Drop-Leaf Desk by Søborg, Denmark, 1950
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Fantastic drop-leaf desk by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1950. This amazing desk
Arne Vodder Mid Century Danish Teak Drop Leaf Desk
By Arne Vodder
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder mid century danish teak drop leaf desk This desk measures: 46.5 wide x 23.75 deep x
Teak
Vintage Danish Teak Drop Leaf Desk by Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made vintage Danish teak drop leaf desk by Borge Mogensen, dating from
Teak
Arne Vodder Drop-Leaf Desk
By Arne Vodder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
recessed pulls in matching teakwood. The work space has a dropped leaf on the right side. The whole top
Teak
Vintage Danish Drop Leaf Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern teak desk with a drop leaf to extend the working area to over five feet. Carved
Sold
H 29.14 in W 55.91 in D 33.86 in
Danish Modern Børge Mogensen Teak and Beech Drop-Leaf Desk, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, Søborg Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish modern Børge Mogensen teak and beech drop-leaf desk, 1950s A rare and stunning vintage
Beech, Teak
Sold
H 28.88 in W 44 in L 28.88 in
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Midcentury Mahogany and Rosewood Drop-Leaf Desk, 1950
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern drop-leaf desk designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. The desk
Mahogany, Rosewood
Danish Modern Teak Drop-Leaf Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
leaf for a compact 40" desk. The drawer stack slides from side to side to accommodate both left-handed
Vintage Danish Drop Leaf Desk, 1960s
Located in London, GB
throughout. The drop down leaf lifts up and can be slid across to increase the work space. The two-drawer
Wood
Edward Wormley Drop Leaf Desk For Drexel
By Edward Wormley, Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century modern writing desk by Edward Wormley with functioning drop leaf extension. Made for
Drop Leaf Desk By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A three drawer teak drop-leaf top desk with oak frame. 4'7" closed - 7.7 open. Design by Hans J
Teak, Oak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Walnut Drop-Leaf Desk
By American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice low profile Danish modern desk with 1 drop leaf measuring 14" long.
Walnut
Danish Arne Vodder Designed Teak Drop-Leaf Desk
By Arne Vodder
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Nice 1960s desk attributed to Arner Vodder. This desk has a drop leaf top when opened goes from 46
Teak
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
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Crescent Shape Drop-Leaf Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
drawers and a 20 x 20 inch drop leaf to extend for more surface. The overall surface width of the desk is
Walnut
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
Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Expandable Drop-Leaf Desk in Teak
By Arne Vodder, Hulmefa
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Scandinavian Minimalist teak desk produced by Hulmefa and often attributed to Arne Vodder. Unique
Teak
Sold
H 28.94 in W 83.86 in D 35.04 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen 1957 Beech and Teak Drop-Leaf Desk
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Highclere, Newbury
A superb vintage Danish Børge Mogensen extending drop-leaf desk in bent beechwood and teak with
Beech, Teak
Danish Drop Leaf Desk in Rosewood by Arne Vodder for Sibast
By Sibast, Arne Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
desk had one owner. The rosewood is rich and dark, and the wear is very minor. The desk features a drop
Wood, Rosewood, Oak
Danish Drop Leaf Desk with Sliding Cabinet by Svend and Madsen
Located in Stratford, CT
This beautiful desk little desk, made teak, is by appearance a fine example of Danish minimalism
Teak
20th Century Arts and Crafts or Mission Style Oak Drop Leaf Desk
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Houston, TX
Early 20th century oak arts and crafts Mission style desk with foldable writing surface. The desk
Oak
George Nelson Desk
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nelson for Herman Miller walnut drop leaf desk, completely restored.
Walnut
See Mar of California Drop-Leaf Writing Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dark Warm Brown drop-leaf mahogany desk by Ray See. Custom made. 3 drawers with tongue and grove..
Danish Teak Arne Vodder Drop-Leaf Extendable Desk
By Arne Vodder
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern drop leaf desk in teak by Arne Vodder, circa 1960s. This versatile piece
Teak
Sold
H 29 in W 62.75 in D 27 in
Mid-Century Arne Vodder Drop Leaf Teak Desk with Sliding Drawers, C.1960
By Arne Vodder
Located in San Francisco, CA
Arne Vodder teak drop leaf desk. Beautiful teak desk with three stacked drawers that slide from left to
Teak
Midcentury Arne Vodder Drop Leaf Teak Extendable Desk, circa 1960
By Arne Vodder, H. Sigh & Søns Møbelfabrik AS
Located in San Francisco, CA
Danish Arne Vodder teak drop leaf desk with unique curved edges. Three stacked drawers with wooden pulls
Brass
Steel Frame Utility Table by Edward Wormley
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An ebonized mahogany drop-leaf desk return with one filing compartment and open space on the
Brass
Mid Century Desk / Drexel Parallel
By Drexel
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A Mid Century Walnut drop leaf desk with center pencil drawer,three smaller drawers and a file. It
Walnut
Mahogany Drop Leaf Demilune Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
20th century American mahogany demilune shaped desk or writing table with drop-leaf extensions
Brass
Hans Wegner Drop-Leaf Table Desk AT305
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A teak drop-leaf table or desk AT305 designed by Hans Wegner. Measure: 91" fully extended.
Swedish Style Painted Drop Leaf Secretary or Desk
Located in New York, NY
Antique painted, drop leaf petite secretary or desk with just the perfect patina. Cabriole legs
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
French 19th Century Ebonized & Inlay Vanity
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A petite ebonized vanity with bone inlay detail from the 1800s, France. The unadorned vanity top opens on brass hinges to reveal an inset mirror for checking one's appearance, over a...
Wood
$7,615 / item
H 39.38 in W 9.85 in D 31.5 in
Parchment, Brass and Glass Table Lamp by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Ventola table lamp by the artist Diego Mardegan exclusively for Glustin Luminaires. Beautiful two ways shade made of a brass structure, parchemin paper and waxed fabric hold by an...
Brass
Danish Modern Teak Desk by Gunnar Tibergaard Nielsen
By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Danish Modern Teak Desk, designed by Gunnar Tibergaard Nielsen, Denmark, circa 1960s. It packs a lot of storage space in a small footprint. On the left there is a shelf w...
Wood, Teak
Danish Teak Writing Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish made mid-century modern desk in teak wood grain. Four drawers and finished back. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Teak
Scandinavian Danish desk in teak
By Arne Vodder
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Danish desk from the 60s in the taste of Arne Vodder's work. Structure in solid wood and veneer. This Scandinavian desk features two columns of drawers suspended from the front and b...
Wood
French Louis XVI Style Inlay & Ebonized Game Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An elegant and refined Louis XVI style game table from 19th Century France. This outstanding antique table can serve multiple roles: as a console, center or occasional table, but one...
Brass
Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.
Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.
Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.
Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.
The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.
From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.
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