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Art Deco Pen Holders in Disko Metal by Just Andersen, 1930s. Set of 2.
By Just Andersen
Located in Asaa, DK
Art Deco Pen Holders in Disko Metal by Just Andersen, 1930s. Set of 2. Wonderful pair of small pen holders designed by Danish sculptor Just Andersen in Denmark in the 1930s. Shaped...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Desk Sets

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Metal

Just Andersen Fantail Fish Paperweight, 1930s, Art Deco
By Just Andersen
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Heavy metal (likely pewter) paperweight designed by Just Andersen. Paperweight depicts a Fantail Fish. A lovely Art Deco style piece which can work in a variety of different interi...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

Just Andersen Disko Metal Ribbed Horseshoe Pipe Rest #2253
By Just Andersen
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Just Andersen Disko metal pipe rest with a strong ribbed decoration. Circa 1930's Great colour, weighty and an unusual piece Stamped and numbered 2253 on base Height 1.25 inch, Widt...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

Just Andersen, Denmark 1930s Art Deco Pewter Stylised Chevron Match Box Holder
By Just Andersen
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Just Andersen of Denmark, pewter stylised large match box holder Decorative chevron patterning border Circa 1930's Stamped 1497 on side panel Height 1.5 inch, Width 4 inch, Depth 2.5...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Paperweights

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Pewter

Just Andersen, Two Matchbox Holders and a Vase in Pewter, 1930s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Just Andersen. Two matchbox holders and a vase in pewter, 1930s. In good condition with minor wear. Matchbox holder measures: 10.5 x 6.5 cm. The vase measures: 14.5 x 6 cm. Stamp...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco More Desk Accessories

Materials

Pewter

Italian suitcase-shaped leather desk in modern style
Located in Milano, IT
In the eclectic world of interior design, there is an extraordinary Italian leather desk, a true
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Antique French Gothic Executive Desk in Stripped Oak
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Gothic Executive Desk in Stripped Oak is finished on all four sides, and features
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Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Desk French Writing Desk Luxury Wood Handmade Executive Desks
Located in København N, DK
True White People say that the color white does not exist. That our eye just perceives it that way. I don't want to believe that. White to me is the color of purity, the color that i...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing...

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Steel

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

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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
Donkey, White Writing Desk with LEDs, Made in France
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
distinctive writing desk is powered by an electric bridle. Stubborn and secretive, it conceals sliding storage
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Laminate

Donkey, Black Writing Desk with Leds, Made in France
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
distinctive writing desk is powered by an electric bridle. Stubborn and secretive, it conceals sliding storage
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Laminate

Just Andersen, Early Ink Well and Ink Blotter in Alloy Bronze, 1930s-1940s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Just Andersen. Early ink well and ink blotter in alloy bronze, 1930s-1940s. In very good condition. Ink well measures: 27.5 x 17.5 cm. Ink blotter measures: 15 x 9.5 cm. Stamped....
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Inkwells

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Bronze

Boulle-styled panelled desk Napoleon IIV, late 1800s in bronze
Located in Milano, IT
Behold the exquisite beauty of an antique Boulle-style desk from the late 1800s, a true masterpiece
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Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze, Brass

Modern Walnut Wood Desk Handmade Executive Desk Luxury French Writing Desks
Located in København N, DK
There is a fire that does not harm or destroy, and brings benefits, takes away unnecessary and unnecessary, burdensome and brings ease and purity. It does not turn everything that ge...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing...

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Steel

Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Desks in Grey Coated Steel
By Olivetti, Studio BBPR
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Studio BBPR for Olivetti, 'Spazio' writing desks, coated steel, plastic, vinyl, Italy, design 1959
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Desks in Grey Coated Steel
By Olivetti, Studio BBPR
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Studio BBPR for Olivetti, 'Spazio' writing desks, coated steel, plastic, vinyl, Italy, design 1959
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Art Deco Desk
Located in Lee-On-The-Solent, GB
An Art Deco light oak nine drawer, bar handled, inverted breakfront twin pedestal desk. Just fitted
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Art Deco Desk
Art Deco Desk
H 30.08 in W 47.8 in D 23.9 in
Architectural Table or Desk in Walnut and Glass, Italy 1970s
Located in Hellouw, NL
A beautiful Italian (console) table that can also serve as a desk due to its size. The two large
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Glass, Walnut

Shape Shifting Desk
By Ken Petersen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This desk is made from three walnut panels connected by two wooden hinges allowing the desk to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Glass, Walnut

Shape Shifting Desk
Shape Shifting Desk
H 30 in W 48 in D 24 in
Heywood-Wakefield Writing Desk
By Count Alexis de Sakhnoffsky, Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Trenton, NJ
Invite mid-century charm into your workspace with this Heywood Wakefield Desk, a highly sought and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Heywood-Wakefield Writing Desk
Heywood-Wakefield Writing Desk
H 30 in W 50 in D 24 in
1900s Belgian Wooden Desk
Located in High Point, NC
Immerse yourself in the charm of yesteryear with this authentic early 1900s Belgian Wooden Desk, a
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20th Century Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

1900s Belgian Wooden Desk
1900s Belgian Wooden Desk
H 34.7 in W 27.3 in D 18.3 in
Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk
By Bent Silberg Mobler
Located in Trenton, NJ
Discover a desk that beautifully combines form and function with this Danish Modern Teak writing
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk
Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk
H 28.5 in W 58.25 in D 30 in
Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Desk with Drawers in Grey Coated Steel
By Studio BBPR, Olivetti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Studio BBPR for Olivetti, 'Spazio' desk with drawers, steel, vinyl, plastic, Italy, design 1959/60
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Locust desk by AROUNDtheTREE
By Alexandre Caldas
Located in Agualva-Cacém, PT
Locust desk designed by Alexandre Caldas to AROUNDtheTREE was created to be a memento to those, who
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Ash, Walnut

Locust desk by AROUNDtheTREE
Locust desk by AROUNDtheTREE
H 30.36 in W 59.06 in D 31.3 in
Mid Century Style Stitched Leather Wrapped Writing Desk in the manner of Jaques
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions- H: 29in W: 59 1/4in D: 31 3/4in This Mid Century style leather wrapped writing desk in
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Rare Desk H-55 by Åke Hassbjer in teak and steel base, 1950s
By Oscar Edv. Ekelund
Located in Göteborg, SE
Very rare desk of Åke Hassbjer! During his career, Åke Hassbjer would create models and
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

1965 Danish Arne Jacobsen Saint Catherines Desk in Oak by Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Arne Jacobsen Saint Catherines Desk in Oak by Fritz Hansen The desks are marked with a
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Art Deco Desk, France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Wood Dimensions: 63” W X 31.5” D X 29.5” H Quantity: 1 At STUDIO BALESTRA, we curate a unique collection of antique and handcrafted furniture. Our skilled artisans meticu...
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Vintage 1940s French Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Art Deco Desk, France
Art Deco Desk, France
H 29.5 in W 63 in D 31.5 in
Brutalist Oak Desk, Denmark
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Oak Origin: Denmark Dimensions: 60.25"W X 39.25"D X 30.5"H Quantity: 1 Type: Table At STUDIO BALESTRA, we curate a unique collection of antique and handcrafted furnitur...
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Vintage 1940s Danish Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Brutalist Oak Desk, Denmark
Brutalist Oak Desk, Denmark
H 30.5 in W 60.25 in D 39.25 in
Desk with Drawer Unit in Solid Pine by Dutch Designer Ate Van Apeldoorn
Located in Beerse, VAN
Desk with drawer unit designed by Dutch designer Ate van Apeldoorn for Houtwerk Hattem. Ate van
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Pine

Georges "Djo" Bourgeois, Desk
By Georges Djo-Bourgeois
Located in Paris, FR
Georges "Djo" Bourgeois (1898 - 1937) Desk made of walnut, with an added level just under the
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut, Glass

Georges "Djo" Bourgeois, Desk
Georges "Djo" Bourgeois, Desk
H 30.1 in W 56.7 in D 25.6 in
Set of early Just Andersen Desk Lamps, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
closing in on a 100 years of life-time. * A set (2) of metal desk lamps with vertical lines on an flower
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

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Metal

Scandinavian Modern Teak Executive Desk
By Jesper International
Located in Trenton, NJ
This Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak Executive Desk from Jesper Furniture makes a timeless
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Modern Teak Executive Desk
Scandinavian Modern Teak Executive Desk
H 28.5 in W 70 in D 33.75 in
bbpr ultrarare writing desk early
By Studio BBPR
Located in Medesano, IT
extraordinary proportions of the desk speak of a detailed planning and execution. It is not just about
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

bbpr ultrarare writing desk early
bbpr ultrarare writing desk early
No Reserve
H 31.89 in W 78.75 in D 31.5 in
Gio Ponti Writing Desk in Walnut and Brass for the BNL Offices, Italy 1940s
By Gio Ponti, Schirolli
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A rare and collectable walnut desk with brass ferrules designed by Gio Ponti and produced by
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Antique Carved Wood Writing Desk
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular Antique Carved Wood Writing Desk. In good condition. This table has so many carved
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Desks and Writing...

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Wood

Antique Carved Wood Writing Desk
Antique Carved Wood Writing Desk
H 32 in W 84 in D 35 in
Italian Walnut Library Writing Desk
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Hutton-Clarke Antiques takes great pleasure in presenting this exquisite Italian writing desk
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Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Revival Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Italian Walnut Library Writing Desk
Italian Walnut Library Writing Desk
H 30.71 in W 49.22 in D 38.98 in
Unique Sculptural Secretary Desk in Maple 1990s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Unique Sculptural Secretary Desk in Maple 1990s. This is a rare and very unique postmodern
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Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Desks

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Brass

Unique Sculptural Secretary Desk in Maple 1990s
Unique Sculptural Secretary Desk in Maple 1990s
H 39.38 in W 39.77 in D 18.12 in
English 19th Century Writing Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
We love the design of this simple yet sophisticated mahogany desk! There is no storage in this desk
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Antique 19th Century English Other Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

English 19th Century Writing Desk
English 19th Century Writing Desk
H 28.63 in W 47.88 in D 23.5 in
Antique Victorian Leather Top Desk
Located in London, GB
A fantastic original antique Victorian leather top desk. This was made in England, it dates from
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Leather

Antique Victorian Leather Top Desk
Antique Victorian Leather Top Desk
H 31 in W 48 in D 23 in
Danish Modern Teak Desk with Bookcase
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning Danish modern teak desk designed in Denmark, circa 1960s. This desk features four dovetail
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Danish Modern Teak Desk with Bookcase
Danish Modern Teak Desk with Bookcase
H 28.5 in W 53 in D 28.75 in
Boho British Colonial Bamboo & Rattan Desk
By Dal Vera
Located in Trenton, NJ
Introducing this Vintage British Colonial Style Grasscloth and Bamboo Writing Desk – a tropical
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Late 20th Century Unknown British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Grasscloth, Bamboo, Wood

Boho British Colonial Bamboo & Rattan Desk
Boho British Colonial Bamboo & Rattan Desk
H 30.25 in W 54.25 in D 25 in
1965 Danish Arne Jacobsen Saint Catherines Desk and Chair in Oak by Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Arne Jacobsen Saint Catherines desk and chair in laminated oak by Fritz Hansen The set is
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Queen Anne Style Pedestal Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting an absolutely gorgeous Queen Anne Style pedestal desk. Made of walnut, butterflied
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Antique Late 19th Century English Queen Anne Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Queen Anne Style Pedestal Desk
Queen Anne Style Pedestal Desk
H 29 in W 54 in D 33 in
Antique Chippendale Style Leather Top Desk
Located in London, GB
A fantastic antique Chippendale style leather top desk in the Chippendale style. This was made in
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Antique 1890s British Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Wood

Antique Chippendale Style Leather Top Desk
Antique Chippendale Style Leather Top Desk
H 30.71 in W 51.97 in D 27.17 in
Harrier 'Jump' Jet Tailplane Desk
Located in London, GB
A stunning desk made from an original Harrier 'Jump' Jet Tailplane Horizontal Stabiliser that has
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Late 20th Century British Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Harrier 'Jump' Jet Tailplane Desk
Harrier 'Jump' Jet Tailplane Desk
H 30 in W 82 in D 62 in
Antique Georgian Period Writing Table / Desk
Located in London, GB
A charming and very well made antique Georgian writing table / desk. This was made in England, we
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Antique Early 1800s British George III Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Wood

Antique Georgian Period Writing Table / Desk
Antique Georgian Period Writing Table / Desk
H 29.93 in W 42.13 in D 20.08 in
Late 19th Century Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Fine Quality Late 19th Century Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk, or Dressing Table, Having Attractive
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Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Late 19th Century Kidney Shaped Desk
Late 19th Century Kidney Shaped Desk
H 28.5 in W 50 in D 25 in
Victorian Desk Kidney Form Writing Table
Located in Potters Bar, GB
walnut Victorian style kidney desk Swivel chair is not included - but is available so please email us if
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Vintage 1980s Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Victorian period pedestal desk. This was made in England, it dates from around
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Wood

Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
H 29.14 in W 48.04 in D 24.02 in
Antique Country French Double-Faced Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Double-Faced Desk was crafted by master artisans creating a superlative
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Teak Writing Desk by Jesper
By Jesper International
Located in Trenton, NJ
Desk. Drawing inspiration from iconic mid-century Danish design, this desk embodies the essence of
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Teak

19th Century Rustic Desk ~ Sofa Table
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century Rustic desk ~ sofa table was hand-crafted from solid oak to last for centuries! The
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Exquisite Restyled Vintage 1950s Desk by RETRO4M
Located in Rome, IT
Presenting a masterpiece of timeless elegance: the meticulously restored and restyled vintage desk
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass, Iron

Exquisite Restyled Vintage 1950s Desk by RETRO4M
Exquisite Restyled Vintage 1950s Desk by RETRO4M
H 29.14 in W 59.06 in D 19.69 in
Bold Geometric, contemporary, modern Library desk, writing
By Sara Hayat Design
Located in Greenwood Village, CO
Elevate Your Space with a Bold Style Statement: The Modern Aesthetic Desk Indulge in the opulence
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2010s Pakistani Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut, Paint

1920's Red and Blue Wooden Desk
Located in Brno, CZ
This is a recently restored wooden desk believed to be designed in the 1920’s, with the red and
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Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

1920's Red and Blue Wooden Desk
1920's Red and Blue Wooden Desk
H 31.5 in W 43.31 in D 13.78 in
Vintage Asian Custom Built Reclaimed Writing Desk
Located in west palm beach, FL
Incredible vintage Asian writing desk. Custom built to the designers specs. Beautiful reclaimed
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Late 20th Century Singaporean Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

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
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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
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Wall Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XVI mahogany wall desk is ideal as an ancillary desk in the office, or at home
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Old French Desk Chair in Original Leather and Very Comfortable. c1930's
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Leather Desk Chair and of all the items we import from France, one of the most
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Vintage 1930s French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A peninsula desk is a two-sided desk, with each side designed with one long drawer. This functional desk makes working with a partner easy. You can shop a collection of peninsula desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A hutch is a set of cabinets or shelves placed on top of a desk. Hutches can also be found on counters, drawers, and even cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A captain’s desk is sometimes referred to as Davenport desk. It is a small desk with an inclined desktop that can be lifted to access large storage space. It has smaller spaces in the form of small drawers and pigeonholes on the sides. This desk owes its name to Captain Josiah Davenport (1771–1836) who was the first to commission the design. Find a collection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A tanker desk is a type of desk made of a simple rectangular working surface that rests on two pedestals. A tanker desk can also take the form of a large surface that rests on a pair of small cabinets consisting of drawers of multiple sizes. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tanker desks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    A kidney desk is a desk that has a curvy top that is similar in shape to a human kidney. Many kidney desks are very ornate, showing off details like vellum-lined tabletops and parquetry inlay. Shop a selection of kidney desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To date a desk, first look for any stamps or labels that tell you the name of the company that produced it. You can then use the maker information to research the piece using trusted online resources. In some cases, you may even find a manufacturing date on the piece. If you have difficulty determining how old a piece is, seek help from a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A console desk is a high, narrow table called a console table that can double as a desk. It is often used by people who work from home in a communal space, such as a hallway or a living room, as a workspace. Some console tables feature built-in storage, like drawers or shelves. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of console tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, a desk costs between $374 and $190,530.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A good desk size depends on your usage. Usually, a standard large desk that suits most uses is 60 x 30 inches, with a height of 30 inches. You could use this size as a baseline, as a desk of this size will work well for most general uses. Find antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A good desk lamp is going to make a substantial difference in any home, office or studio. The ideal desk lamp should provide apt task lighting, be easy to use, and also be aesthetically pleasing. Find a wide range of unique and elegant desk lamps on 1stDibs today.