Stunning Dutch Colonial Writing or hall table early 19 Century
Located in Den Haag, NL
Superb Dutch Colonial Writing desk or hall table . Manufactured in the Dutch Indies early 19 century .
Oak
Hand-Crafted Teak Dutch Colonial Desk, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A large Dutch Colonial desk, hand-crafted in teak wood. Indonesia, early 20th Century, possibly earlier. A rectangular top plank measuring approximately 73 x 40 inches, resting on ...
Teak
Dutch Colonial Teak Desk with Drawer and Turned Legs, Early 20th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Dutch Colonial teak desk from the early 20th century, with single drawer and turned legs.
Teak
East India Dutch Company Captains Writing Desk
By Southeast Asia
Located in London, GB
A captivating piece of history, the Dutch East Indian Captain's Writing Desk. This extraordinary early 18th-century Anglo-Indonesian table showcases the artistry of the time, carved...
Bone, Rosewood, Walnut
Unavailable
H 33.47 in W 59.06 in D 27.56 in
Desk with Matching Stool in a Modernistic Dutch Colonial Style, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The rectangular and asymmetrical shape of the desk is inspired by the New Hague School (1925-1940) and they were inspired by the work of Frank Lloyd Wright, H.P. Berlage and Gerri...
Teak
Unavailable
H 27.96 in W 31.89 in D 18.12 in
Mid-18th Century Cuban Mahogany Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Writing Table
Located in Uppingham, Rutland
Very pleased to offer you this absolutely stunning and very original 18th century Dutch marquetry inlaid writing table or side table, circa 1750 and in beautiful condition. The qual...
Mahogany, Sycamore, Holly
Early 20th Century Magnificent Custom Handcrafted Nedun Wood Desk
Located in Houston, TX
This is a superbly handcrafted Nedun wood executive desk from Galle district in Sri Lanka. Nedun wood grows only in Sri Lanka and is considered superior to teak wood. This kneehole d...
Wood
Unavailable
H 30.5 in W 56 in D 26 in
Early 20th Century Superbly Crafted Solid Teak Wood Ladies Desk from Sri Lanka
Located in Houston, TX
This desk is made up of three parts. Made of solid teak wood in the 1920s. Specially made for European ladies who worked in the coffee plantations in the Gallee district of Sri Lanka...
Teak
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H 30 in W 73 in D 31 in
Large Vintage Javanese Dutch Colonial Teak Desk with Carved Painted Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large vintage Dutch Colonial style teak wood desk from the mid-20th century, with burl wood inset, carved and painted drawers. Created in Java during the mid-century period, this l...
Wood, Teak
Sold
H 30 in W 69.5 in D 30 in
Late 19th Century Dutch Colonial Desk with Drawers, Diamonds and Gilt Rosettes
Located in Yonkers, NY
Antique Indonesian Dutch Colonial desk, 2 drawers, ancestry. An antique Dutch Colonial desk from the late 19th century, with two drawers, carved giltwood rosettes and red lacquere...
Wood
Dutch Colonial South African Laurel wood table
Located in New York, NY
A Dutch Colonial South African Baroque style Laurel wood (stinkwood*) table with four cabriole legs terminating in ball and claw feet; joined by a stretcher and having a carved shape...
Vintage One Drawer Desk from Indonesia
Located in New York, NY
A dark wood Dutch Colonial-style desk with a single drawer, turned legs and side stretchers with footrest. This desk shows a solid, sturdy craftsmanship, while carrying the charming ...
Wood
Central Java Desk, 100 Years Old
Located in New York, NY
Wooden desk or table from Central Java. The desktop is one solid teak piece. 100 years old. Two-drawers, brass hardware, contoured legs, excellent condition.
Teak
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Marquetry Ladies Writing Desk
Located in Westfield, MA
This late 19th-century Dutch marquetry ladies writing desk is a splendid example of the ornate craftsmanship that defines the period. Adorned with meticulously detailed floral inlays...
Mahogany
Dutch Colonial 19th Century Teak Wood Breakfast Table or Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Dutch Colonial teak wood table from the late 19th century. This antique table from Indonesia is approximately 6.5 feet in length and has a beautiful rustic appearance, designed wit...
Wood, Teak
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H 31 in W 73 in D 38.5 in
Dutch Colonial Teak Wood Table or Desk from the Late 19th-Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Dutch Colonial teak table from the late 19th-early 20th century. This turn of the century Dutch Colonial teak wood table features a rectangular-shaped top, plain skirt with a small...
Wood, Teak
Mid 20th Century Wood Desk from Inle Lake, Myanmar
Located in New York, NY
A singular one-drawer desk or writing table from Inle Lake, Myanmar (formerly Burma), circa 1930. Its hand-carved spindled apron and stretcher, along with the singular tripod legs, m...
Wood
Indo-Dutch Colonial Partners Desk or Table
Located in Richmond, CA
Rosewood and Satinwood desk of exceptional quality. It is a partners desk wtih drawers on both sides. The legs, trim and drawer knobs are constructed of ebony. The desk has a new fit...
Rosewood, Satinwood
Early 19th Century Dutch Walnut Marquetry and Inlaid Bureau
Located in Uppingham, Rutland
Super quality and condition early 19th century Dutch marquetry and inlaid bureau with the most fabulous rich original colour tones and patina, circa 1800. Fabulous marquetry through...
Walnut
Connecticut Desk, Indonesia circa 1920
Located in Jersey City, NJ
short Connecticut desk, with drawers
Wood
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$9,412 / item
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Alexander and Jones Sunday Daybed in Oak & Cream Bouclé Handcrafted to Order
Located in Cirencester, England
The Sunday Daybed is a signature made-to-order piece by Alexander and Jones, handcrafted in our Cotswolds studio, UK, from sculpted solid oak with our signature wave form frame and c...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
Capiz Shell Table Lamp, Model Cornelia
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cornelia Table Lamp is a lamp that is made from capiz shells which gives the material an irregular structure. This makes each lamp unique, something that adds to its character and pe...
Brass
$3,360Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.5 in W 39 in D 23.5 in
French Louis XIII Style Oak Barley Twist Library Table Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fine 19th century French carved oak library table, or writing table desk made in the grand Louis XIII taste. Features thick barley twist legs conjoined on the bottom with barley twis...
Oak
European Rustic Desk
By Bramble
Located in Westwood, NJ
Exquisitely designed to blend elegance with functionality. Crafted from high-quality mahogany wood and finished in our straw wash, this desk is a perfect addition to any home or offi...
Wood
"Marchand" Scalloped Walnut Dresser by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Marchand 6-drawer dresser showcases elegantly scalloped edge detailing and textural drawer fronts, making it a distinctive piece in any bedroom. It sits on minimal turned legs, b...
Oak
19th Century Anglo-Indian Carved Ebony Settee
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century Anglo-Indian hand-carved ebony settee upholstered in natural creamy white ecru linen.
Upholstery, Velvet, Rosewood
18th Century French Walnut Barley Twist Library Table
Located in High Point, NC
18th century walnut library table from France. The top is made from two planks and is banded with a beveled edge, following down to a simple apron, which contains a single drawer in ...
Walnut
Portuguese Baroque Style Library Table by Alfonso Marina
By Alfonso Marina
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing walnut library center table or writing table hand-crafted, labeled, signed, and dated by Alfonso Marina. For over 50 years Marina has created the highest quality timeless pie...
Brass
$19,995Sale Price|55% Off
H 37.5 in W 68 in D 31 in
Anglo Indian Settee, Late 18th or Early 19th Century Carved Rosewood
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Hand-carved rosewood, mid 19th century. Free shipping within the United States and Canada.
Rosewood
19th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Desk
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful 19th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Desk with immaculate new embossed leather writing surface. French Louis XVI bureau plat table desk with five spacious drawers and lovel...
Brass
$7,207Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 100.5 in D 33.5 in
19th Century Ash Farmhouse Table With One Drawer
Located in Billingshurst, GB
19th Century Ash Farmhouse Table with one drawer. The table stands on a gorgeous base with four chamfered legs and lovely brackets on the ends. The four plank top has stunning patin...
Ash
$33,615
H 70.87 in W 73.23 in D 88.19 in
Bed Tester Spanish Baroque Carved Dark Green & Gilded Leather Superking 6ft180cm
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Rare, Spanish Demi-Tester, Baroque Bed With Carved, Green Painted & Gilded Posts 181cm, 6ft High, Floral Painted Leather Headboard, sold with custom made box spring mattress base, ac...
Giltwood, Paint
Pair of Regency Style Nightstands
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Regency-style nightstand or side table is a colonial flavored piece with a nod to Anglo-Indian furniture flavors. A framework of spiral turned and tapered legs supports two frieze ...
Wood
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.