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Engineer Desk

Antique Slant-Front Drafting Desk Writing Table
Antique Slant-Front Drafting Desk Writing Table

Antique Slant-Front Drafting Desk Writing Table

Located in Forney, TX

Dimensions: (approx) 35" High, 27.75" Wide, 28" Deep Makes for a wonderful architect's / architectural table, artist drawing board, office work desk, standing desk, engineer's desk...

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Early 20th Century Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

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Felt, Ebony, Burl, Rosewood, Palisander, Maple, Mahogany, Kingwood

Set of Antique Draughtsman's Rules, English, Engineer's Instruments, Edwardian
Set of Antique Draughtsman's Rules, English, Engineer's Instruments, Edwardian

Set of Antique Draughtsman's Rules, English, Engineer's Instruments, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a set of antique draughtsman's rules. An English, pine engineer's instrument set in a mahogany case, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Superb personalised set of...

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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Desk Sets

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Beech

Seriously Cool over Engineered Metal & Lucite Folding Office Chair Swing Back
Seriously Cool over Engineered Metal & Lucite Folding Office Chair Swing Back

Seriously Cool over Engineered Metal & Lucite Folding Office Chair Swing Back

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this very cool over engineered lucite and steel folding chair with swinging back rest A very well made chair, the frame is super industrial and ...

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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Italian Postmodern Executive Desk, Lacquered Wood and Steel, 1980s
Italian Postmodern Executive Desk, Lacquered Wood and Steel, 1980s

Italian Postmodern Executive Desk, Lacquered Wood and Steel, 1980s

Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR

Angular steel brackets, triangular recessed drawer pulls, and an integrated power module set into the underside underline the engineered detailing of this executive desk. The lacquer...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Brutalist Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Antique Victorian 1880s "Fashion" Cast Iron & Maple School Desk Sidney Ohio
Antique Victorian 1880s "Fashion" Cast Iron & Maple School Desk Sidney Ohio

Antique Victorian 1880s "Fashion" Cast Iron & Maple School Desk Sidney Ohio

Located in Dayton, OH

This innovative design utilized a specialized cast-iron frame that seamlessly interlocked the wooden desktop, seat, and backrest together without requiring continuous screws or bolts...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Cast Iron

Rare 18th Century Georgian Period Mahogany Architect Desk
Rare 18th Century Georgian Period Mahogany Architect Desk

Rare 18th Century Georgian Period Mahogany Architect Desk

Located in Chicago, IL

Architect desks, more commonly known now as drafting desks, were built for artists, architects, and engineers, serving as multipurpose desks.

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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Lucite and Walnut floating Desk
Lucite and Walnut floating Desk

Lucite and Walnut floating Desk

Located in Ballard, CA

A highly engineered modernist desk made from a walnut (or oak, mahogany, or rosewood veneer) case “floating” on a Lucite base, which is affixed by custom-designed hardware.

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2010s American Modern Desks

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Metal

Lucite and Dark Walnut floating Desk
Lucite and Dark Walnut floating Desk

Lucite and Dark Walnut floating Desk

Located in Ballard, CA

A highly engineered modernist desk made from a walnut (or oak, mahogany, or rosewood veneer) case “floating” on a Lucite base, which is affixed by custom-designed hardware.

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2010s American Modern Desks

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Metal

Lucite and Natural Walnut floating Desk
Lucite and Natural Walnut floating Desk

Lucite and Natural Walnut floating Desk

Located in Ballard, CA

A highly engineered modernist desk made from a walnut (or oak, mahogany, or rosewood veneer) case “floating” on a Lucite base, which is affixed by custom-designed hardware.

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2010s American Modern Desks

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Metal

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Vintage Metal & Reclaimed Wood Industrial Machinists Engineers Desk
Vintage Metal & Reclaimed Wood Industrial Machinists Engineers Desk

Vintage Metal & Reclaimed Wood Industrial Machinists Engineers Desk

Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB

Vintage Metal & Reclaimed Wood Industrial Machinists Engineers Desk A striking vintage engineer's/machinist's desk.

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Early 20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Vintage Metal Industrial Machinists Height Adjustable Desk or Work Table
Vintage Metal Industrial Machinists Height Adjustable Desk or Work Table

Vintage Metal Industrial Machinists Height Adjustable Desk or Work Table

Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB

Vintage Industrial Desk or Work Table A striking vintage engineer's/machinist's desk.

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Early 20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Antique Engineer's Letter Punch Set, English, Craftsman, Tool Block, Victorian
Antique Engineer's Letter Punch Set, English, Craftsman, Tool Block, Victorian

Antique Engineer's Letter Punch Set, English, Craftsman, Tool Block, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique engineer's letter punch set. An English, mahogany tool block, dating to the Victorian period and later, circa 1900. Fascinating master craftsman's caddy, for th...

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Antique Late 19th Century British More Desk Accessories

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Wood

Exceptional 18th Century Gustavian Architects Desk
Exceptional 18th Century Gustavian Architects Desk

Exceptional 18th Century Gustavian Architects Desk

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H 30.71 in W 42.72 in D 30.71 in

Exceptional 18th Century Gustavian Architects Desk

Located in Bozeman, MT

Architect desks, were built for artists, architects, and engineers, serving as multipurpose desks.

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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

19th Century Industrial Adjustable Desk Lamp with Opaline Ruffle Shade
19th Century Industrial Adjustable Desk Lamp with Opaline Ruffle Shade

19th Century Industrial Adjustable Desk Lamp with Opaline Ruffle Shade

Located in Lincoln, GB

Constructed from brass and cast iron, this piece combines durability with elegance and would have originally been used in a workshop, engineer’s desk, library, or artist’s studio. I...

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Antique 19th Century British Industrial Table Lamps

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Brass

Rare 1920s Industrial Oak Engineer/Foreman's Desk
Rare 1920s Industrial Oak Engineer/Foreman's Desk

Rare 1920s Industrial Oak Engineer/Foreman's Desk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Rare, 1920s, Industrial oak engineer/foreman's desk with brass pulls. Measures: 48" W x 30" D x 32.75" H, chair clearance is 26.5"/24.5".

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Vintage 1920s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Early 20th Century Industrial Oak Engineer Foreman's Desk
Early 20th Century Industrial Oak Engineer Foreman's Desk

Early 20th Century Industrial Oak Engineer Foreman's Desk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Early 20th century, industrial, quarter sawn oak, engineer/foreman's desk with brass pulls and chair clearance of 26.5 and 24.5 inches.

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Vintage 1920s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Antique Engineer's Letter Punch Set, English, Beech, Steel, Engraving, Victorian
Antique Engineer's Letter Punch Set, English, Beech, Steel, Engraving, Victorian

Antique Engineer's Letter Punch Set, English, Beech, Steel, Engraving, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique engineer's letter punch set. An English, beech and steel tool engraving block, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Delightfully portable master cra...

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Antique Late 19th Century British More Desk Accessories

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Beech

Otis King Model K Pocket Calculator, Boxed and Complete, Beautifully Engineered
Otis King Model K Pocket Calculator, Boxed and Complete, Beautifully Engineered

Otis King Model K Pocket Calculator, Boxed and Complete, Beautifully Engineered

By Taylor Instrument Company

Located in London, GB

A super little collector's item and fun desk accessory. Beautifully engineered and fully functioning...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

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Chrome, Metal

Industrial Singer Engineers Machinists Table / Bench / Desk Midcentury
Industrial Singer Engineers Machinists Table / Bench / Desk Midcentury

Industrial Singer Engineers Machinists Table / Bench / Desk Midcentury

By Singer Manufacturing Company

Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB

Industrial engineers desk. The stand was made during the midcentury.

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Industrial Midcentury Engineers Heavy Duty Workshop Desk Bench Table Vintage
Industrial Midcentury Engineers Heavy Duty Workshop Desk Bench Table Vintage

Industrial Midcentury Engineers Heavy Duty Workshop Desk Bench Table Vintage

Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB

Superb looking midcentury engineers stand fitted with a thick reclaimed wood top.

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Vintage 1940s British Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Metal

French Art Deco Chromed Bronze Alarm Clock & Integral Dice Paperweight Desk Set
French Art Deco Chromed Bronze Alarm Clock & Integral Dice Paperweight Desk Set

French Art Deco Chromed Bronze Alarm Clock & Integral Dice Paperweight Desk Set

By Bayard

Located in Port Hope, ON

This beautifully engineered French Art Deco desk set features a chrome-plated brass Bayard mechanical alarm clock mounted on a heavy chrome plated bronze base.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze, Chrome

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Engineer Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic engineer desk available at 1stDibs. An engineer desk — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. Find 164 options for an antique or vintage engineer desk now, or shop our selection of 78 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the engineer desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An engineer desk, designed in the mid-century modern, modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made engineer desk over the years, but those crafted by Zieta, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Gio Ponti are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Engineer Desk?

The average selling price for an engineer desk at 1stDibs is $2,890, while they’re typically $35 on the low end and $217,592 for the highest priced.