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Rare Early 19th Century American Baltimore Federal Parcel Gilt Writing Desk
Rare Early 19th Century American Baltimore Federal Parcel Gilt Writing Desk

Rare Early 19th Century American Baltimore Federal Parcel Gilt Writing Desk

$8,379

H 29.5 in W 28.75 in D 22.5 in

Rare Early 19th Century American Baltimore Federal Parcel Gilt Writing Desk

Located in Dublin, IE

A very fine and rare early 19th century American Baltimore Federal painted writing table with

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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique Early American Country Farmhouse Slant Top School Student Writing Desk
Antique Early American Country Farmhouse Slant Top School Student Writing Desk

Antique Early American Country Farmhouse Slant Top School Student Writing Desk

$735Sale Price|30% Off

H 32 in W 25 in D 18.5 in

Antique Early American Country Farmhouse Slant Top School Student Writing Desk

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique early American schoolhouse / country / farmhouse writing desk. Made of poplar featuring a

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Antique Late 19th Century American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Poplar

Hand-Crafted Early American Style Solid Pine Slant Front Writing Desk
Hand-Crafted Early American Style Solid Pine Slant Front Writing Desk

Hand-Crafted Early American Style Solid Pine Slant Front Writing Desk

$2,900

H 32.5 in W 28 in D 28 in

Hand-Crafted Early American Style Solid Pine Slant Front Writing Desk

Located in Germantown, MD

A beautifully hand-crafted early American Style Solid Pine Writing Desk in good vintage condition

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Late 20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Antique American Arts & Crafts Mission Style Library Table Office Writing Desk
Antique American Arts & Crafts Mission Style Library Table Office Writing Desk

Antique American Arts & Crafts Mission Style Library Table Office Writing Desk

$1,260Sale Price|30% Off

H 30 in W 48 in D 27.75 in

Antique American Arts & Crafts Mission Style Library Table Office Writing Desk

Located in Dayton, OH

Early 20th Century Arts & Crafts / Mission Library Table. Features a rectangular form made from

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Early 20th Century American Mission Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Pine

Antique American Empire Tiger Oak Writing Desk or Library Table, Circa 1900
Antique American Empire Tiger Oak Writing Desk or Library Table, Circa 1900

Antique American Empire Tiger Oak Writing Desk or Library Table, Circa 1900

$2,295

H 29.5 in W 42 in D 25.75 in

Antique American Empire Tiger Oak Writing Desk or Library Table, Circa 1900

By R.J. Horner & Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique American Empire tiger oak writing desk or library table In the manner of R.J

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Early 20th Century American American Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Stickley Brothers American Colonial Maple Writing Desk, Newly Refinished
Antique Stickley Brothers American Colonial Maple Writing Desk, Newly Refinished

Antique Stickley Brothers American Colonial Maple Writing Desk, Newly Refinished

$2,545

H 34.63 in W 38 in D 21 in

Antique Stickley Brothers American Colonial Maple Writing Desk, Newly Refinished

By Stickley Brothers

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional antique American Colonial style maple writing desk By Stickley Brothers USA

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Early 20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple

Early American Style Oak Single Drawer Sofa Table, Circa 1920s
Early American Style Oak Single Drawer Sofa Table, Circa 1920s

Early American Style Oak Single Drawer Sofa Table, Circa 1920s

$1,295

H 28.5 in W 31.5 in D 16.5 in

Early American Style Oak Single Drawer Sofa Table, Circa 1920s

Located in Germantown, MD

An Early American Style Oak Single Drawer Sofa Table or child desk. Knee clearance is 22". Measures

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Early 20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

Rare Early American Country Pyrography Desk
Rare Early American Country Pyrography Desk

Rare Early American Country Pyrography Desk

$4,500

H 51.5 in W 44.25 in D 16 in

Rare Early American Country Pyrography Desk

Located in Forney, TX

A rare, one-of-a-kind antique American folk decorated desk with beautifully aged distressed patina

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Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Glamorous American Bronze and Glass Banking Table
Glamorous American Bronze and Glass Banking Table

Glamorous American Bronze and Glass Banking Table

$38,000

H 54.5 in W 86.5 in D 37.5 in

Glamorous American Bronze and Glass Banking Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An American bronze and glass banking table Early 20th century Each Greco-Roman-style, the table

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Early 20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary Desk
Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary Desk

Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary Desk

$2,595

H 41 in W 36.25 in D 18.5 in

Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary Desk

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful American Colonial or Chippendale style bureau with drop front secretary desk USA

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Vintage 1970s American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century American Sheraton Mahogany Campaign Officers Desk
Early 19th Century American Sheraton Mahogany Campaign Officers Desk

Early 19th Century American Sheraton Mahogany Campaign Officers Desk

$7,500

H 36.5 in W 26 in D 20.25 in

Early 19th Century American Sheraton Mahogany Campaign Officers Desk

Located in Forney, TX

A rare and most unusual Federal period mahogany campaign field desk from the early 19th century

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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cherry, Mahogany, Poplar

Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary With Bookcase Hutch
Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary With Bookcase Hutch

Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary With Bookcase Hutch

$2,495

H 78.13 in W 30.25 in D 18.5 in

Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary With Bookcase Hutch

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful American Colonial or Chippendale style bureau with drop front secretary desk and

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Vintage 1970s American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

American Arts & Crafts Era Mahogany Side Table or Small Desk
American Arts & Crafts Era Mahogany Side Table or Small Desk

American Arts & Crafts Era Mahogany Side Table or Small Desk

$2,100Sale Price|34% Off

H 28.25 in W 32.5 in D 19.88 in

American Arts & Crafts Era Mahogany Side Table or Small Desk

Located in Miami, FL

Iconic American arts and crafts table with a bold simple form which marked the era and this

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Rare Antique American Renaissance Extension Library Table, Signed
Rare Antique American Renaissance Extension Library Table, Signed

Rare Antique American Renaissance Extension Library Table, Signed

$5,500

H 31 in W 54 in D 23.5 in

Rare Antique American Renaissance Extension Library Table, Signed

By Seng

Located in Forney, TX

A scarce antique American Renaissance Revival style carved walnut extension table by Seng, Chicago

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Early 20th Century American Renaissance Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut, Burl

American Industrial Roll Top Desk/Table/Bar by Toledo, Japanned Finish
American Industrial Roll Top Desk/Table/Bar by Toledo, Japanned Finish

American Industrial Roll Top Desk/Table/Bar by Toledo, Japanned Finish

$2,600

H 40 in W 17 in D 24 in

American Industrial Roll Top Desk/Table/Bar by Toledo, Japanned Finish

By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

American Industrial Roll Top Desk or Table by Toledo, Japanned Finish, circa 1920s A rare and

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Long Foldable Schoolhouse Table
Long Foldable Schoolhouse Table

Long Foldable Schoolhouse Table

$2,600

H 29 in W 18 in D 144 in

Long Foldable Schoolhouse Table

Located in New York, NY

This long schoolhouse table was sourced in New England. It features a gentle slant for writing and

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Early 20th Century American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

American Cuban Mahogany Slant Top Desk
American Cuban Mahogany Slant Top Desk

American Cuban Mahogany Slant Top Desk

$28,000

H 44.5 in W 39 in D 27.5 in

American Cuban Mahogany Slant Top Desk

Located in Charleston, SC

American Cuban mahogany slant top desk with turned ball finial gallery, fitted interior drawers

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Desks and Writing Tables

Antique Wooden Glass and Brass Top Wash Stand
Antique Wooden Glass and Brass Top Wash Stand

Antique Wooden Glass and Brass Top Wash Stand

$399Sale Price|50% Off

H 34 in W 15 in D 20 in

Antique Wooden Glass and Brass Top Wash Stand

By Al Black

Located in East Freetown, MA

Antique authentic wooden wash stand. Top has three sided ledge and glass insert with brass corners. Original wood has a fine patina.

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Early 20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Portable "Laptop" Desk with Storage Compartments and Inkwell
Portable "Laptop" Desk with Storage Compartments and Inkwell

Portable "Laptop" Desk with Storage Compartments and Inkwell

$1,660

H 4.5 in W 12 in D 9 in

Portable "Laptop" Desk with Storage Compartments and Inkwell

Located in Soquel, CA

, and other writing supplies. Multiple lids/compartments are built in. Gorgeous dark wood with mother of

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Early 20th Century American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

1930s Larkin Soap Secretary Desk
1930s Larkin Soap Secretary Desk

1930s Larkin Soap Secretary Desk

$1,595

H 46.5 in W 30.5 in D 16 in

1930s Larkin Soap Secretary Desk

By Larkin & Co.

Located in Germantown, MD

Antique oak, slant front secretary made by Larkin. Measures 30.5" in width x 16" in depth x 46.5" in height. Good vintage condition with three functional drawers. Some wear and tear ...

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Early 20th Century American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique American Empire Style Mahogany Library Table Writing Desk Harp Lyre Base
Antique American Empire Style Mahogany Library Table Writing Desk Harp Lyre Base

Antique American Empire Style Mahogany Library Table Writing Desk Harp Lyre Base

$1,120Sale Price|30% Off

H 30 in W 48.5 in D 28.5 in

Antique American Empire Style Mahogany Library Table Writing Desk Harp Lyre Base

Located in Dayton, OH

Early 20th Century mahogany library desk featuring American Empire styling with a harp / lyre base

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Early 20th Century American American Empire Desks

Materials

Mahogany

American Empire Writing Table with Carved Acanthus Legs, circa 1840
American Empire Writing Table with Carved Acanthus Legs, circa 1840

American Empire Writing Table with Carved Acanthus Legs, circa 1840

$2,880Sale Price|20% Off

H 30.5 in W 34.63 in D 19 in

American Empire Writing Table with Carved Acanthus Legs, circa 1840

Located in Southampton, NY

American empire writing table with carved acanthus legs, circa 1840 Casters, Missing ormolu on

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Antique Early 19th Century American American Empire Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Oak School Desk Chair with Writing Table & Under Seat Storage
Antique Oak School Desk Chair with Writing Table & Under Seat Storage

Antique Oak School Desk Chair with Writing Table & Under Seat Storage

$799

H 32.5 in W 21.25 in D 25.5 in

Antique Oak School Desk Chair with Writing Table & Under Seat Storage

Located in Freehold, NJ

finish, writing surface, and undersea storage.

Seat height: 17.25 inches Dimensions: 21.25w 25.5d 32.5h

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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Office Chairs and Desk Ch...

Materials

Oak

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American rolling desk
American rolling desk

American rolling desk

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H 47.25 in W 53.55 in D 26.58 in

American rolling desk

Located in STRAČOV, CZ

American rolling desk A solid oak desk in the early 20th century with a practical blind that

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Early 20th Century European American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

Rare Antique American Industrial Mechanical Desk
Rare Antique American Industrial Mechanical Desk

Rare Antique American Industrial Mechanical Desk

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H 52.5 in W 42 in D 24.5 in

Rare Antique American Industrial Mechanical Desk

Located in Chicago, IL

Rare antique American Industrial mechanical desk. By pulling central drawer whole desk will open

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique American Pine Flip Top Desk
Antique American Pine Flip Top Desk

Antique American Pine Flip Top Desk

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H 34 in W 27.5 in D 24 in

Antique American Pine Flip Top Desk

Located in Livingston, NJ

Antique American pine flip top desk. Beautiful natural patina with many signs of use. Very sturdy

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Early 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Oak And Leather Table
Oak And Leather Table

Oak And Leather Table

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H 35 in W 54.5 in D 39.5 in

Oak And Leather Table

Located in santa monica, CA

Beautiful leather topped table with hand-pegged sawhorse legs. The top is original but the leather

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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Leather

Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Writing Desk Secretary Cabinet Cupboard
Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Writing Desk Secretary Cabinet Cupboard

Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Writing Desk Secretary Cabinet Cupboard

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H 70 in W 45 in D 28.5 in

Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Writing Desk Secretary Cabinet Cupboard

Located in Dayton, OH

A beautiful plantation or secretary desk featuring primitive styling with upper cabinet or bookcase and lower flip top desk over turned legs. Made from poplar and walnut; first half ...

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Antique Early 19th Century American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Poplar, Walnut

Primitive Antique Early American Cherry Slant Top Writing School Desk
Primitive Antique Early American Cherry Slant Top Writing School Desk

Primitive Antique Early American Cherry Slant Top Writing School Desk

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H 32 in W 27 in D 37 in

Primitive Antique Early American Cherry Slant Top Writing School Desk

Located in Dayton, OH

A charming 19th century slant top writing desk. Made from cherry with turned legs leading to peg

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Antique 19th Century American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cherry

Antique 19th Century Early American Pine Country Farmhouse Writing Desk 44"
Antique 19th Century Early American Pine Country Farmhouse Writing Desk 44"

Antique 19th Century Early American Pine Country Farmhouse Writing Desk 44"

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H 31.5 in W 27.5 in D 43.5 in

Antique 19th Century Early American Pine Country Farmhouse Writing Desk 44"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique primitive 19th century early American library writing desk. Made of pine featuring

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Antique 19th Century American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Early 20th Century American Adjustable Work Table
Early 20th Century American Adjustable Work Table

Early 20th Century American Adjustable Work Table

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H 26.5 in W 83 in D 32 in

Early 20th Century American Adjustable Work Table

Located in Chicago, IL

A compelling early 20th century American industrial work table with two sawhorse legs and an

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Primitive Antique Early American Pine Slant Top Writing Desk Country Farmhouse
Primitive Antique Early American Pine Slant Top Writing Desk Country Farmhouse

Primitive Antique Early American Pine Slant Top Writing Desk Country Farmhouse

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H 35 in W 25 in D 38 in

Primitive Antique Early American Pine Slant Top Writing Desk Country Farmhouse

Located in Dayton, OH

American pine slant top writing desk, circa 19th century. Features an aged distressed patina. Great

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Antique 19th Century Rustic Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Early 19th Century American Mahogany Serpentine Desk
Early 19th Century American Mahogany Serpentine Desk

Early 19th Century American Mahogany Serpentine Desk

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H 45 in W 22.5 in D 42 in

Early 19th Century American Mahogany Serpentine Desk

Located in Tarry Town, NY

An early 19th century mahogany wood drop-front writing desk / freestanding wall piece. Beautifully

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Antique Early 1800s North American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian White Wicker Rattan Small Vanity Writing Desk Table 2 Drawers
Antique Victorian White Wicker Rattan Small Vanity Writing Desk Table 2 Drawers

Antique Victorian White Wicker Rattan Small Vanity Writing Desk Table 2 Drawers

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H 30 in W 28.5 in D 17.25 in

Antique Victorian White Wicker Rattan Small Vanity Writing Desk Table 2 Drawers

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Victorian white wicker rattan small vanity writing desk table 2 drawers. Item features nice

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Early 20th Century North American Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts One Drawer Work Table Stand Writing Desk
Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts One Drawer Work Table Stand Writing Desk

Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts One Drawer Work Table Stand Writing Desk

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H 29 in W 36 in D 24 in

Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts One Drawer Work Table Stand Writing Desk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Mission oak Arts & Crafts one drawer work table stand writing desk. Item features copper

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Early 20th Century North American Mission Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique 19th Century Early American Oak Secretary Desk
Antique 19th Century Early American Oak Secretary Desk

Antique 19th Century Early American Oak Secretary Desk

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H 65 in W 30 in D 17 in

Antique 19th Century Early American Oak Secretary Desk

Located in Plainview, NY

An early American 19th Century solid wood construction secretary desk made of oak. The secretary

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Antique 19th Century American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century American Foreman's Desk
Early 20th Century American Foreman's Desk

Early 20th Century American Foreman's Desk

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H 49 in W 61 in L 49 in

Early 20th Century American Foreman's Desk

Located in Chicago, IL

An early 20th century American factory foreman's desk with a slant top, three small drawers on top

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Antique Early 1900s American Rustic Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique American Gray Distress Painted 1 Drawer Small Work Table Desk
Antique American Gray Distress Painted 1 Drawer Small Work Table Desk

Antique American Gray Distress Painted 1 Drawer Small Work Table Desk

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H 26.5 in W 36 in D 17 in

Antique American Gray Distress Painted 1 Drawer Small Work Table Desk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique American gray distress painted one drawer small work table desk. Item features solid wood

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Early 20th Century North American Primitive Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique American Industrial Oakwood and Cast Iron Drafting Table Work Desk
Antique American Industrial Oakwood and Cast Iron Drafting Table Work Desk

Antique American Industrial Oakwood and Cast Iron Drafting Table Work Desk

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H 45.5 in W 42 in L 45.5 in

Antique American Industrial Oakwood and Cast Iron Drafting Table Work Desk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique American industrial oakwood and cast iron drafting table work desk. Item features cast iron

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Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique American Industrial Oak Wood and Cast Iron Drafting Table Work Desk
Antique American Industrial Oak Wood and Cast Iron Drafting Table Work Desk

Antique American Industrial Oak Wood and Cast Iron Drafting Table Work Desk

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H 45.5 in W 42 in L 45.5 in

Antique American Industrial Oak Wood and Cast Iron Drafting Table Work Desk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique American Industrial oakwood and cast iron drafting table work desk. Item features cast iron

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Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique Arts & Crafts Tiger Oak Mission Bookcase Sides Writing Desk with Drawer
Antique Arts & Crafts Tiger Oak Mission Bookcase Sides Writing Desk with Drawer

Antique Arts & Crafts Tiger Oak Mission Bookcase Sides Writing Desk with Drawer

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H 30 in W 40 in D 24.25 in

Antique Arts & Crafts Tiger Oak Mission Bookcase Sides Writing Desk with Drawer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Arts & Crafts tiger oak mission bookcase sides writing desk with 1 drawer. Item features

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Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Quartersawn American Oak Roll Top Tambour Secretary Bankers Desk
Antique Quartersawn American Oak Roll Top Tambour Secretary Bankers Desk

Antique Quartersawn American Oak Roll Top Tambour Secretary Bankers Desk

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H 43.5 in W 50 in D 32 in

Antique Quartersawn American Oak Roll Top Tambour Secretary Bankers Desk

Located in Dayton, OH

Early 20th century antique quartersawn oak C curve roll top desk. Features rectangular form with

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Early 20th Century American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Art & Crafts Mission Oak American Desk
Art & Crafts Mission Oak American Desk

Art & Crafts Mission Oak American Desk

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H 29.5 in W 43 in L 29.5 in

Art & Crafts Mission Oak American Desk

Located in New York City, NY

Classic Art & Crafts Mission oak American desk with drawer and side shelves, USA, early 20th

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Nelson X-Leg Table/Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Early
Nelson X-Leg Table/Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Early

Nelson X-Leg Table/Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Early

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H 28.75 in W 60 in D 30 in

Nelson X-Leg Table/Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Early

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Dallas, TX

Early production table/desk designed by George Nelson, 1955. This design is very versatile and can

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

American Oak Partners Desk
American Oak Partners Desk

American Oak Partners Desk

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H 31 in W 48 in D 30.5 in

American Oak Partners Desk

Located in Petaluma, CA

This highly unusual and graceful writing desk is a joy to the eye. Partners desks don't generally

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Early 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

American Oak Arts & Crafts Desk circa 1900 in the Manner of Frank Lloyd Wright
American Oak Arts & Crafts Desk circa 1900 in the Manner of Frank Lloyd Wright

American Oak Arts & Crafts Desk circa 1900 in the Manner of Frank Lloyd Wright

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H 28.94 in W 48.43 in D 27.96 in

American Oak Arts & Crafts Desk circa 1900 in the Manner of Frank Lloyd Wright

By Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in London, GB

A fine solid oak Arts & Crafts desk in the manner of Frank Lloyd Wright. Featuring a planked top with cubic, column-esque legs and slatted side detailing. The brass drawer pulls a la...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Stickley Brothers Co. Oak Desk
Stickley Brothers Co. Oak Desk

Stickley Brothers Co. Oak Desk

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H 29.5 in W 44 in D 28 in

Stickley Brothers Co. Oak Desk

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

A handsome Craftsman desk in figural oak by Albert and John George Stickley of Stickley Brothers Co., Grand Rapids. Features of this piece include a burnished brass bullring pull, wh...

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Early 20th Century American Craftsman Desks and Writing Tables

Antique Early American Cherry Farmhouse Washstand Writing Desk Console Table
Antique Early American Cherry Farmhouse Washstand Writing Desk Console Table

Antique Early American Cherry Farmhouse Washstand Writing Desk Console Table

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H 33 in W 38 in D 19 in

Antique Early American Cherry Farmhouse Washstand Writing Desk Console Table

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Early American Sheraton / Regency period farmhouse washstand / writing desk / or console

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Antique Early 19th Century Regency Console Tables

Materials

Cherry

Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Bow Front Ball and Claw Tall Secretary Desk
Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Bow Front Ball and Claw Tall Secretary Desk

Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Bow Front Ball and Claw Tall Secretary Desk

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H 80 in W 32 in L 80 in

Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Bow Front Ball and Claw Tall Secretary Desk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

features beautiful wood grain, 2 swing doors, no key, but unlocked, 4 dovetailed drawers, quality American

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Early 20th Century North American Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Arts & Crafts 'Mission' Style Desk
Arts & Crafts 'Mission' Style Desk

Arts & Crafts 'Mission' Style Desk

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H 30.32 in W 42.13 in D 25.99 in

Arts & Crafts 'Mission' Style Desk

Located in London, GB

open room as it is finished on each side. Solid wood, likely oak. Early 20th century, America

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Early 20th Century Central American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Boho Hand Turned PostMaster’s Desk
Vintage Boho Hand Turned PostMaster’s Desk

Vintage Boho Hand Turned PostMaster’s Desk

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H 72 in W 38 in D 28 in

Vintage Boho Hand Turned PostMaster’s Desk

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

. Perfect as a writing desk, small hotel check in or collectors cabinet. The charm is endless. You can move

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Early 20th Century North American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

20th Century Arts and Crafts or Mission Style Oak Drop Leaf Desk
20th Century Arts and Crafts or Mission Style Oak Drop Leaf Desk

20th Century Arts and Crafts or Mission Style Oak Drop Leaf Desk

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H 45 in W 36 in D 17 in

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

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Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Green Turn-of-the-Century Patinated Desk
Green Turn-of-the-Century Patinated Desk

Green Turn-of-the-Century Patinated Desk

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H 31 in W 60 in D 31 in

Green Turn-of-the-Century Patinated Desk

Located in Phoenix, AZ

An early 20th century inverted breakfront green/blue-tinted writing desk in the Queen Anne style

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Early 20th Century North American Queen Anne Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

1920s United States Roll Top Office Desk with Drawers and Wheels
1920s United States Roll Top Office Desk with Drawers and Wheels

1920s United States Roll Top Office Desk with Drawers and Wheels

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H 49.61 in W 53.55 in D 29.93 in

1920s United States Roll Top Office Desk with Drawers and Wheels

Located in Marbella, ES

1920 United States roll top office desk with drawers and wheels.

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Early 20th Century North American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Lamp on an American Writing Desk, 1900ca
Lamp on an American Writing Desk, 1900ca

Lamp on an American Writing Desk, 1900ca

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H 10.24 in W 10.24 in D 13.39 in

Lamp on an American Writing Desk, 1900ca

Located in Praha, CZ

Fully functional. To the B15d bulb. New lamp switch included.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Belle Époque Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1950s William Fetner Early American Style Solid Pine Writing Desk
1950s William Fetner Early American Style Solid Pine Writing Desk

1950s William Fetner Early American Style Solid Pine Writing Desk

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H 33 in W 38 in D 19.5 in

1950s William Fetner Early American Style Solid Pine Writing Desk

Located in Germantown, MD

A William Fetner Early American Style Solid Pine Writing Desk with one large drawer. Features 3

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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Willett Early American Golden Beryl Maple Secretary Writing Desk Bookcase Hutch
Willett Early American Golden Beryl Maple Secretary Writing Desk Bookcase Hutch

Willett Early American Golden Beryl Maple Secretary Writing Desk Bookcase Hutch

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H 75.5 in W 32.75 in D 20.5 in

Willett Early American Golden Beryl Maple Secretary Writing Desk Bookcase Hutch

By Willett Furniture Company

Located in Dayton, OH

. Features a slant top fold out writing surface, interior compartments for storage, four drawers and upper

Category

Mid-20th Century American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple

Early American Raise Top School Desk
Early American Raise Top School Desk

Early American Raise Top School Desk

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H 30 in W 20.25 in D 19.75 in

Early American Raise Top School Desk

Located in Sheffield, MA

An American raise top school desk with great aged wear. Make a wonderful stand for an entry hallway

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Early 20th Century North American American Classical Desks and Writing T...

Materials

Wood

Vintage American Oak Adjustable Drafting Table
Vintage American Oak Adjustable Drafting Table

Vintage American Oak Adjustable Drafting Table

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H 32 in W 41 in D 30.25 in

Vintage American Oak Adjustable Drafting Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This vintage drafting table offers adjustable height and tilt, and makes a wonderful workspace for

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Early 20th Century American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Vintage American Drafting Table
Vintage American Drafting Table

Vintage American Drafting Table

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H 34.75 in W 42 in D 28 in

Vintage American Drafting Table

Located in Birmingham, AL

Vintage WEM drafting table with original wood top and cast iron base having adjustable height and

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

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Iron

Vintage American Drafting Table
Vintage American Drafting Table

Vintage American Drafting Table

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H 45 in W 48 in D 36 in

Vintage American Drafting Table

Located in New York, NY

Solid wood top, cast iron base. Adjustable height and the top will tilt as well. Very good original condition. As the height is adjustable, please contact us for very specific dimen...

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Vintage Boho Biedermeier Style Writing Desk
Vintage Boho Biedermeier Style Writing Desk

Vintage Boho Biedermeier Style Writing Desk

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H 29.5 in W 40 in D 28 in

Vintage Boho Biedermeier Style Writing Desk

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exceptional vintage boho writing desk. Done in the manner of Biedermeier. Incredible wood grain

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Early 20th Century North American Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

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Antique Oak Writing Desk with Drawer & Leaf
Antique Oak Writing Desk with Drawer & Leaf

Antique Oak Writing Desk with Drawer & Leaf

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Antique Oak Writing Desk with Drawer & Leaf

Located in Freehold, NJ

This antique writing desk features hardwood construction, original oak finish, single drawer with

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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Desks and Writing Tables

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Antique American Cast Iron Base Drafting Table
Antique American Cast Iron Base Drafting Table

Antique American Cast Iron Base Drafting Table

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H 43.5 in W 32 in D 21 in

Antique American Cast Iron Base Drafting Table

Located in Norwalk, CT

A vintage drafting table with a cast iron base and wooden top. With some marks from use, adding to

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

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Unusual Antique American Sheraton Clerk's Desk with Gallery
Unusual Antique American Sheraton Clerk's Desk with Gallery

Unusual Antique American Sheraton Clerk's Desk with Gallery

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H 41.5 in W 49 in D 28.5 in

Unusual Antique American Sheraton Clerk's Desk with Gallery

Located in Morristown, NJ

An unusual 19th c., American Sheraton Clerk's Desk. A shaped gallery with a larger rectangular

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Antique Early 19th Century American Sheraton Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Mahogany

American Mission Oak Roll Top Desk and Matching Chair
American Mission Oak Roll Top Desk and Matching Chair

American Mission Oak Roll Top Desk and Matching Chair

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American Mission Oak Roll Top Desk and Matching Chair

Located in Queens, NY

American Mission style oak child's roll top desk with 2 drawers on right side with matching swivel

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Early 20th Century American Mission Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Antique American Arts & Crafts Period Mission Oak Desk, circa 1900
Antique American Arts & Crafts Period Mission Oak Desk, circa 1900

Antique American Arts & Crafts Period Mission Oak Desk, circa 1900

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H 30.5 in W 46 in D 26.75 in

Antique American Arts & Crafts Period Mission Oak Desk, circa 1900

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful antique American Arts & Crafts period Mission oak writing desk. The desk features solid

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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Faux Bamboo Mid-Century Modern American Walnut Three-Drawer Partners Desk
Faux Bamboo Mid-Century Modern American Walnut Three-Drawer Partners Desk

Faux Bamboo Mid-Century Modern American Walnut Three-Drawer Partners Desk

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H 29 in W 62 in D 26 in

Faux Bamboo Mid-Century Modern American Walnut Three-Drawer Partners Desk

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Faux bamboo mid-century modern walnut partners desk. Excellent condition.

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Early 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Cherry Pine Wood Artist Drafting Table on Wheels
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Cherry Pine Wood Artist Drafting Table on Wheels

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Cherry Pine Wood Artist Drafting Table on Wheels

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H 50 in W 42 in D 31 in

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Cherry Pine Wood Artist Drafting Table on Wheels

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Arts & Crafts oak cherry pine wood artist drafting table on wheels. Item features smooth

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Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak, Pine

H.E. Shaw Furniture Antique Mahogany Spinet Piano Desk Spiral Twist Flip Top
H.E. Shaw Furniture Antique Mahogany Spinet Piano Desk Spiral Twist Flip Top

H.E. Shaw Furniture Antique Mahogany Spinet Piano Desk Spiral Twist Flip Top

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H.E. Shaw Furniture Antique Mahogany Spinet Piano Desk Spiral Twist Flip Top

By Shaw Furniture Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

, nicely carved details, original label, no key, but unlocked. Circa Early 1900s. Measurements: 33" H x 42

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Early 20th Century North American Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Antique Larkin Golden Oak Eastlake Victorian Secretary Desk Cabinet with Labels
Antique Larkin Golden Oak Eastlake Victorian Secretary Desk Cabinet with Labels

Antique Larkin Golden Oak Eastlake Victorian Secretary Desk Cabinet with Labels

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Antique Larkin Golden Oak Eastlake Victorian Secretary Desk Cabinet with Labels

By Larkin & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

labels, no key, but unlocked, very nice antique item. Circa early 1900s. Measurements: 58" H x 28" W x 11

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Early 20th Century North American Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Mirror, Oak

Traditional Birds Eye Maple Secretary Desk
Traditional Birds Eye Maple Secretary Desk

Traditional Birds Eye Maple Secretary Desk

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H 41.5 in W 15 in D 27.5 in

Traditional Birds Eye Maple Secretary Desk

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Exceptional antique secretary desk with birds eye maple through out the desk. Features ample storage which was beautifully crafter inside and under the desk. Less.

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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Desks and Writing Tables

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Birdseye Maple

Early American Single Drawer Writing Desk
Early American Single Drawer Writing Desk

Early American Single Drawer Writing Desk

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H 30 in W 42 in D 26 in

Early American Single Drawer Writing Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early American single drawer writing desk with turned legs with an H-stretcher base. Original drop

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Early 20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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American Country Single Drawer Writing Table / Desk
American Country Single Drawer Writing Table / Desk

American Country Single Drawer Writing Table / Desk

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H 30 in W 49 in D 29 in

American Country Single Drawer Writing Table / Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Continental craftsman period table with single drawer and stretcher.

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Early 20th Century American Schoolhouse Desks and Writing Tables

American Turn of the Century Architect Table
American Turn of the Century Architect Table

American Turn of the Century Architect Table

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W 48 in D 24 in

American Turn of the Century Architect Table

Located in New York, NY

Great drafting table with a beautiful mechanism and original black paint with gold Japaning.

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Early 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

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Iron

American Stand-Up Desk
American Stand-Up Desk

American Stand-Up Desk

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H 56 in W 71.5 in D 31 in

American Stand-Up Desk

Located in Round Top, TX

American oak stand-up desk with three drawers, turned legs with stretchers and a gallery along the

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Early 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

American Art Deco Desk
American Art Deco Desk

American Art Deco Desk

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American Art Deco Desk

Located in Essex, MA

A striking Art Deco period desk in light mahogany with inset black leather semi circular top and frieze drawer front , each pedestal with 3 graduated drawers with over graphic and un...

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Early 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

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American Art Deco Desk and Chair
American Art Deco Desk and Chair

American Art Deco Desk and Chair

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H 33.75 in W 37.75 in

American Art Deco Desk and Chair

Located in Houston, TX

Diminutive American Art Deco hemispherical desk and muted gold velvet upholstered club chair en

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Early 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

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American Wicker Natural Desk circa 1920s
American Wicker Natural Desk circa 1920s

American Wicker Natural Desk circa 1920s

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H 29 in W 36 in D 22.25 in

American Wicker Natural Desk circa 1920s

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a fantastic piece of Americana. This is a wonderful writing desk or even side table. It

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Early 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

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Reed, Wood

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Early American Writing Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the early American writing table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each early American writing table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and metal. Your living room may not be complete without an early American writing table — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An early American writing table is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Arts and Crafts, Industrial and Neoclassical styles are sought with frequency. A well-made early American writing table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Larkin & Co., Herman Miller and George Nelson are consistently popular.

How Much is a Early American Writing Table?

Prices for an early American writing table start at $412 and top out at $28,000 with the average selling for $2,150.

Finding the Right Desks-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.

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