Desks From Provence
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Stainless Steel, Metal, Brass, Steel, Cut Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Metal, Brass, Steel, Cut Steel, Stainless Steel
Antique Early 1900s Italian Rustic Desks and Writing Tables
Walnut, Fir
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Metal, Brass, Steel, Cut Steel, Stainless Steel
Antique Late 18th Century American American Colonial Desks
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Desks
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Secretaires
Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century English Campaign Desks and Writing Tables
Bronze
Vintage 1980s American Desks and Writing Tables
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Console Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
2010s Renaissance Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Copper
Antique 1880s English Paperweights
Metal, Silver
Antique Early 19th Century Russian Empire Inkwells
Malachite, Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century Russian Empire Paperweights
Malachite, Ormolu, Bronze
1990s Swiss Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Table Clocks and Desk ...
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Swiss Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Country Table Lamps
Oak
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Steel, Chrome
1920s Art Deco Interior Drawings and Watercolors
Pastel
Antique 1660s Italian Sideboards
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sideboards
Metal, Brass, Steel, Cut Steel, Stainless Steel
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Enamel, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sideboards
Metal, Brass, Steel, Cut Steel, Stainless Steel
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel
1990s American Animal Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Side Tables
Iron
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Steel
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Games
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps
Metal
1930s Modern Abstract Prints
Lithograph, Stencil
1930s Modern Abstract Prints
Lithograph, Stencil
1930s Modern Abstract Prints
Lithograph, Stencil
1930s Modern Abstract Prints
Lithograph, Stencil
1930s Modern Abstract Prints
Lithograph, Stencil
1930s Modern Abstract Prints
Lithograph, Stencil
1930s Modern Abstract Prints
Lithograph, Stencil
1930s Modern Abstract Prints
Lithograph, Stencil
1930s Modern Abstract Prints
Lithograph, Stencil
1930s Modern Abstract Prints
Lithograph, Stencil
1950s Photorealist Black and White Photography
Ink, Photographic Paper, Silver Gelatin
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Stone, Enamel, Brass, Iron
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Steel
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Mantel Clocks
Brass, Copper
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Copper, Enamel, Steel
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Steel
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Iron
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Table Lamps
Metal
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Copper
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel, Steel
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Steel, Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Zinc
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Copper, Steel
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- What is a Murphy desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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.
- What is a captain’s desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A 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.
- How high should a desk be?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A person of average height should have a desk that is 28 to 30 inches high.
- What is a kidney desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A 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.
- How do you date a desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To 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.
- What is a console desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024A 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.
- What is a modular desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024A 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.
- What is a waterfall desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A 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.
- What is an executive desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024An 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.
- What is a kneehole desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a bed desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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.
- What is a peninsula desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a hutch on a desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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.
- What is a desk tray?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a captain's desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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.
- What is a tanker desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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.
- What is a writing desk?1 Answer1stDibs 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.
- Who invented the desk lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
No one knows for sure who invented the desk lamp, as many engineers worked on designs for lamps during the 1920s. Many experts cite the Anglepoise lamp, however, as the earliest iteration of the modern desk lamp. Since its 1934 debut, this ingenious task light has become one of the most celebrated examples of industrial design.
How the Anglepoise came to be is the stuff of design legend: In 1932, a vehicle-suspension engineer by the name of George Carwardine joined forces with a West Midlands springs manufacturer, Herbert Terry & Sons, to create a mechanism by which opposed springs would, as Carwardine explained, exert a “unidirectional constant force” on a pivoted lever that could counteract the force of gravity.
This invention was not destined for an auto but for a lamp Carwardine was developing. The innovation would allow the piece’s articulated arm to be moved with ease to almost any position and remain there. As the product of engineering acumen rather than fashion, the Anglepoise soon became a favorite among modernist architects and designers, who interpreted it as “a machine for lighting,” just as Le Corbusier had reimagined the house as “a machine for living in.”
The Angelpoise's rivals include the 1930 Bestlite, which was one of the earliest Bauhaus-influenced designs, created by Robert Dudley Best, who had studied under Walter Gropius at the Bauhaus in Dessau. German modernist Karl Trabert’s 1930s desk lamp for Schanzenbach & Co. was notable for its domed shade above a hinged arm.
Find vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs. - What is a skinny desk called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A skinny desk is sometimes called a writing desk. The name comes from the fact that the smaller desktop provides enough space for writing but doesn’t offer much extra room for storage or a computer. Shop a range of writing desks on 1stDibs.
- How does a secretary desk work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.