Desks with Glass Tops
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
H 29.14 in W 92.52 in D 27.96 in
Isabel by Morelato, Desk Made of Ash Wood, Leather and Glass
By Morelato
Located in Salizzole, IT
leather or wood
Side tops in glass
available in different wood finishes and leather colors.
Made in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Cowhide, Glass, Ash
U-Shape Burdick Desk for Herman Miller with Floating Table
By Herman Miller, Bruce Burdick
Located in Pasadena, TX
separate surface tops: 84"x 44" glass top, a round onyx top, and a dark granite Geiger table. In addition
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Onyx, Granite, Aluminum
Rectangular Iron Cube Table with Embedded Wood Top, Dinner Table, Desk Table
Located in Miami, FL
sandwich we let you choose your toppings: Mondriaan with any color tempered glass tops or order your table
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
H 29.52 in W 55.11 in D 23.62 in
Rectangular Iron Cube Table with Embedded Wood Top, Dinner or Desk Table
Located in Miami, FL
sandwich we let you choose your toppings: Mondriaan with any color tempered glass tops or order your table
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
H 29.52 in W 55.11 in D 23.62 in
Silvio Berrone for Bialetti Headquarters Free Standing Writing Desk
By Silvio Berrone
Located in Waalwijk, NL
glass, Italy, 1955-56
This writing desk is designed by Silvio Berrone for the Bialetti headquarters in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Rare Desk by Carlo Hauner, Móveis Artesanal, 1950s, Brazilian Mid-Century
Located in New York, NY
glass tops, with two drawers and a shelf.
The straightforward construction makes this piece easy to
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
H 29.34 in W 50.99 in D 27.56 in
Italian Mid-century Bedroom set designed by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Dassi Mobili Moderni, Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
positioned new ruby red colored glasses to give greater brilliance to the table tops.
The condition of all
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stained Glass, Maple
Table À Plateau Interchangeable, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
top, in extra-white glass or Marquinia or carrara marble, is placed. A project designed to be declined
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass
Table À Plateau Interchangeable, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
table top, in extra-white glass or Marquinia or Carrara marble, is placed. A project designed to be
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass
Table À Plateau Interchangeable, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
table top, in extra-white glass or Marquinia or Carrara marble, is placed. A project designed to be
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble
Mid Century Modern Table Black Wood and Marble by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
black stained ash wood, joined by three crosspieces on which the table top, in extra-white glass or
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble
H 11.03 in Dm 40.16 in
Table À Plateau Interchangeable, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
table top, in extra-white glass or Marquinia or Carrara marble, is placed. A project designed to be
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble
Mastercraft Brass 'Trilobi' Triangular Dining Table or Desk Bases, circa 1970
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
top. Looks excellent with glass or marble tops - we can assist in the production of a new glass or
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Rare 'Kono' Dining Table / Desk by Lella & Massimo Vignelli for Casigliani, 1984
By Massimo and Lella Vignelli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
up in dining table size. In addition, typical Kono tables were made with glass tops and a single slab
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Granite, Copper
H 28.5 in W 86.5 in D 39.5 in
Industrial Style Raw Metal Vintage Center Table Base Jean Prouve Style, 1980s
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Vienna, AT
gorgeous raw metal table base from steel works wonderful as writing desk as well as center table or dining
Category
Late 20th Century European Industrial Center Tables
Materials
Steel
H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 41.74 in
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Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
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Located in Lisboa, PT
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brutal solid oak handcrafted 4-door sideboard, each piece retains it´s natural character.
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2010s Mexican Brutalist Sideboards
Materials
Oak
Venini Tits Applique Wall Sconce by Studio Job
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Located in Brooklyn, NY
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Glass
The Forsyth Large Sheepskin Ottoman, Custom Sizes Available
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Part of the Forsyth signature collection. This is a versatile piece for any room adding natural texture and pattern. The perfect coffee table, ottoman, bench at the end of a bed, or ...
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2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin
Marble Scalloped Sink Basin
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
Classical Italian scalloped sink basin cut from one single block of Carrara marble.
Ideal in or outside decorative feature.
Custom sizes available as last image of a 24" version.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Stone Sinks
Materials
Marble
Contemporary arch stool side table, natural oak & brass details, Belgian design
By Sam Goyvaerts, Jeroen Thys van den Audenaerde, barh.design
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
Arch 01.1 is a stool or a side table with a clear design language. What looks like a static element quickly becomes much more dynamic when in use by someone sitting on it. The curve ...
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2010s Belgian Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
H 17.72 in W 13.39 in D 13.39 in
Classic Picture Light Thin and Minimal Adjustable Brass Linear LED Sconce, UL
By Aurora Lampworks
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Our take on a classic Picture Light is a minimal design with one big advantage--it is able to rotate. The projected light is adjustable, allowing for greater versatility in lighting ...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 0.75 in W 36 in D 6 in
Mid-Century Teak Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern writing desk in teak wood. Simple design with a two drawer bank and tapered legs.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
France Desk Art Deco, 1950, France, Material: Wood Attributed to Jean Souvrain
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk Style: Art Deco
Year 1940
Wood and bronze
Finish: polyurethanic lacquer.
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk.
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
H 32.29 in W 23.63 in D 60.24 in
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Roll Top Desk, circa 1960s
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Swedish mid century modern roll top desk, circa 1960s. Designed by Egon Ostergaard, for SMI Sweden. Stamped underneath "Made in Sweden" and retaining SMI label. Teak. The roll top en...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood
Low Mirrored Screen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An etched mirror folding room divider with brass hinges and painted black base. Measurements are as shown. Each panel is 14" W.
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Vintage 1930s American Neoclassical Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Italian Round Coffee or Side Table in Travertine, 1980s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Cute and very nice round Italian coffee or side table handcrafted out of travertine, 1980s.
It is made of beautiful travertine.
Please take notice of the very nice patterns.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Travertine
Lily Round Coffee Table in Honed Unfilled Navona Travertine by Fred&Juul
By Fred&Juul
Located in Fiesole, Florence
A coffee table handmade out of 30 mm thick honed unfilled Navona Travertine. Inspired by lily pads and their curled edges, it's divided in 4 quarters, with each part's rounded edges ...
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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Contemporary Laser Cut Stainless Steel Desk with Glass Top "Scrivania Scultura"
By Antonio Papadia, Meoro
Located in Preverenges, CH
extra-white tempered glass top.
Other tops can be ordered upon request: marble, pietra spaccata, steel
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2010s Swiss Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 29.53 in W 35.44 in D 74.81 in
Contemporary Laser Cut Stainless Steel Desk with Micro-Cement Coated Wooden Top
By Antonio Papadia, Meoro
Located in Preverenges, CH
black wooden top with micro-cement coating.
Other tops can be ordered upon request: Tempered glass
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2010s Swiss Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Stainless Steel
H 29.53 in W 35.44 in D 74.81 in
Modern Brass-Plated Two-Tier Desk or Console Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Modern brass plated 2Tier desk/console table with glass tops. Bottom part: H 25", W 47", D 16.75"
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass
Dutch TM-03 Architect Table by Mazairac & Boonzaaijer for Hennie de Jong, 1980s
By Hennie de Jong
Located in Eindhoven, Netherlands
frame with two frosted glass tops. The frame holds 2 small pipe drawers for storing stationary.
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
H 28.35 in W 33.47 in D 78.75 in
Charles Hollis Jones Faux Bamboo Lucite with Brass Accents & Glass Console/Desk
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Houston, TX
accents and glass top console or desk or writing table. From the fertile imagination of Charles Hollis
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29 in W 54 in D 24 in
Italian Modern Wood Smoked Glass Metal Office Desk with Chest of Drawers, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
two tops, 1980s.
Elegant and big desk with smoked glass top with double chest of drawers, one on the
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
H 29.93 in W 64.18 in D 29.93 in
Marco Zanuso Writing Desk, Italy, 1960
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
with thick hardened glass tops held together by only five brass pipes. This beautiful desk is what
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
Memphis Style Post Modern Executive Desk by Dakota Jackson, 1980s
By Dakota Jackson
Located in Hamburg, PA
tops with six drawers. Front and back of desk accented by leather and lacquered wood.
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Antique Crotch Walnut French Provincial Louis XV Kidney Writing Vanity Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
legs over scrolled feet. Includes glass tops. Measures: 52".
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Vintage 1940s Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables
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Glass, Walnut
H 31 in W 24 in D 51.5 in
19th Century Country French Slant Top Desk
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century Country French slant top desk with bookcase. Made of solid cherry with waxed patina
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables
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Cherry
Stunning Monumental Lucite X Frame Desk / Writing Table
Located in North Miami, FL
lucite top which is uncustomary as most tables still use glass tops. Beveled lucite X frame with thick
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20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables
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Jens Risom Executive Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A dark walnut Risom Executive desk with matching return, black leather tops, pencil ,file and three
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
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Located in Chicago, IL
An uber sexy mid-20th century American desk, writing table, or console table by the furniture
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
Hammary Maisonette French Louis XV Fruitwood Ladys Provincial Writing Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vintage Hammary Maisonette French Louis XV ladies writing desk. Made of fruitwood featuring a
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables
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Fruitwood
Bruce Burdick For Herman Miller L-Shaped Desk
By Bruce Burdick
Located in Pasadena, TX
laminate desk work surface with suspended file cabinet, glass top project table, and semi-circular marble
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
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Marble, Metal
Robert Donovan Walnut Executive Desk, circa 1950s - 1960s
Located in New York, NY
) and two pull out surfaces with glass tops for writing. The drawer pulls are made of metal and wood as
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20th Century American Desks
Materials
Metal
Mastercraft Brass 'Trilobi' Triangular Dining Table or Desk Bases, circa 1970
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
excellent with glass or marble tops - we can assist in the production of a new glass or stone top - contact
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
H 28 in Dm 21 in L 28 in
Rattan Bamboo & Cane Desk or Vanity with Chest of Drawers
By Christian Dior
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
. Glass tops to protect and offer writing area or smooth surface.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Cane, Rattan, Glass
Modern Lucite Desk Dining Table with Chrome Sawhorse Bases
Located in Rio Vista, CA
glass or natural stone replacement tops. From an estate in Malibu, CA. Each thick trestle sawhorse
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20th Century American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Steel, Nickel
Italian Faux Bamboo Rattan Pedestal Writing Table or Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
wicker rattan inset. The top of the desk has a fitted pane of glass. No makers mark, however the table is
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wicker, Rattan, Glass, Wood, Faux Bamboo
Vittorio Dassi Executive Desk
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
construction and vintage lacquer finish. Carved drawer pulls, double-glass tops, and an impressive amount of
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1970s Freestanding Brass and Lacquered Burr Walnut Desk by Jean Claude Mahey
By Jean Claude Mahey
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This superb original 1970s desk is great example of the luxurious work by French designer Jean
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Late 20th Century French Modern Desks
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H 30.12 in W 63 in D 33.47 in
Mastercraft Brass 'Trilobi' Triangular Dining Table or Desk Bases, circa 1970
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
single base for a round or square top. Looks excellent with glass or marble tops - we can assist in the
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
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Brass
Mastercraft Brass 'Trilobi' Triangular Dining Table or Desk Bases, circa 1970
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
with a large rectangular or oval top. Looks excellent with glass or marble tops - we can assist in the
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
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Brass
Mastercraft Brass 'Trilobi' Triangular Dining Table or Desk Bases, circa 1970
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
rectangular or oval top. Looks excellent with glass or marble tops - we can assist in the production of a new
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
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Brass
Mastercraft Brass 'Trilobi' Triangular Dining Table or Desk Bases, circa 1970
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
tops - we can assist in the production of a new glass or stone top - contact us for more details. Or
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
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Brass
20th Century Brass and Glass Desk by Leon Rosen for Pace Collections
By Leon Rosen
Located in Chicago, IL
desk comes with all original parts and one extra glass top. The two tops offer an option of a larger
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Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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20th Century Brass and Glass Desk by Leon Rosen for Pace Collections
By Leon Rosen
Located in Chicago, IL
desk comes with all original parts and one extra glass top. The two tops offer an option of a larger
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Impressive Brass Ibex Desk or Dining Table Style of Chervet
By Alain Chervet
Located in Brussels, BE
Brass ibex desk or dining table style of Chervet.
Exclusive in this handmade version ???
This
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Brass
Limed Oak & Gold Leaf Writing/Dressing Table *now $3, 000.00
Located in New York, NY
Glass Inset Tops. Table Rests on Stylized Cabriole Legs.
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Vintage 1940s French Desks and Writing Tables
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Glass
Exceptional 7 Ft long Dining Table by Arturo Pani. Mexico City, 1940's
By Talleres Chacon, Arturo Pani
Located in San Diego, CA
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New smoked beveled glass.
Custom made in Mexico City, 1940s.
Can be used as a dining table, desk, or
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Vintage 1940s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
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Brass, Steel
18th Century English Mahogany Lap Desk or Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the top, and the original brass lock. The original glass inkwells with original brass tops remain, as
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
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Desks with Glass Tops For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of desks with glass tops available for sale. Frequently made of metal, wood and glass, all desks with glass tops available were constructed with great care. Find 20 antique and vintage desks with glass tops at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of desks with glass tops available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Desks with glass tops made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Not every interior allows for large desks with glass tops, so small desks with glass tops measuring 22 inches across are available at 1stDibs. Desks with glass tops have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Bruce Burdick, Jean Claude Mahey and Mastercraft are consistently popular.
How Much are Desks with Glass Tops?
Desks with glass tops can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $7,150, while the lowest priced sells for $1,100 and the highest can go for as much as $103,650.
Finding the Right Desks and Writing Tables for You
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.
Questions About Desks with Glass Tops
- What is a roll top desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A roll top desk is a piece of furniture that has a wooden cover that can be pulled down when the desk is not in use. Shop a collection of roll top furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The leather top on a desk is usually just called a leather top. However, some people refer to it as a leather insert or leather writing surface. The thin pieces of leather that go into making leather-top desks are known as skivers. Shop a variety of desks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a roll top desk called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sometimes, roll-top desks are called tambours, sliding roll desks or roll-up desks. However, roll-top is the most commonly used name. The style of desk became popular during the 19th century. You can find a range of roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
- Can I paint a leather desk top?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, you can paint a leather desk top. You can transform an old leather desk top and add visual appeal with easy-to-use leather paint. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with a furniture restorer or related professional for help. Find a variety of leather desk tops on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A roll top desk kept small essentials and paperwork organized. The roll top design was ideal for business people to secure their desks at the end of the day without filing away their work. Browse a variety of roll top desks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Roll-top desks are originally from the late 18th century in the Georgian era of England. By the middle of the Victorian era, they were found in most offices and produced on a large scale. Shop a range of antique roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A roll top desk can be worth anywhere between $3,000 to $6,000, depending on the condition, materials used and time of manufacturing. Roll top desks are expensive, as they are very popular on the antique furniture market and are considered timeless collectibles. Shop a range of antique and vintage roll top desks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023You can substitute a number of things for a glass table top. Try painted wood, marble or sheet metal. To decide what to use, consider the overall style of your room and the other types of materials featured in the space. Shop a selection of tables from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, you should put glass on top of your dining table to minimize scratches and wear. Glass allows you to see the beauty of the wood while protecting it from everyday wear.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best thickness for a glass table top depends on usage. If the glass is used just as a cover, then ¼-inch thick glass is likely good enough. If the glass will be used is as a table surface, then you should choose the thickness of the glass according to the size of the table. If the glass used is supporting heavy items, or its size is more than 24 inches, then choose glass that is thicker than ¼ inch. Thicker glass will feel and look more substantial, but thicker glass becomes heavier with increasing size. On 1stDibs, find antique and vintage glass-top dining room tables, glass-top coffee tables, side tables and more.
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Inspired by the Cosmos, Sandra Nunnerley’s Nova Table Has a Futuristic Feel
The designer’s innovative use of an unexpected material gives this console a lift.
This 19th-Century Gilded Desk Displays a Fanciful Kingdom in Marquetry
The stately piece brings both gravitas and whimsy to any work space.
In Guadalajara, These Luscious Side Tables Are Chiseled from Volcanic Rock
Use them as tables or stools, indoors or out.
How to Arrange Furniture + Layout Ideas
Here, we give design advice and show layout examples to help you create the perfect living room setup.
Why Hollywood A-Listers Can’t Get Enough of James De Wulf’s Concrete Furniture
Starting with a 900-pound Ping-Pong table, the Los Angeles designer has built a sturdy furniture-making career out of concrete.
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