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Expandable Desk by Roberto Pamio, Renato Toso & Noti Massari for Stilwood/Italy
By Noti Massari, Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso, Stilwood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Expandable Desk by Roberto Pamio, Renato Toso & Noti Massari for Stilwood / Italy, 1970's. Desk top
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
H 28.25 in W 40.325 in D 56 in
Mid Century Danish Drop Leaf Expanding Desk Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in Baltimore, MD
A desk with incredible form and presence. This rare most attractive original Danish Modern drop
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
MCM Teak Expandable Desk and Chair by Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard, Denmark c.1960
By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
A mid-century teak writing desk with expandable sliding top for more working space. One
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29.5 in W 65 in D 23.25 in
Arne Vodder Attributed Teak Danish Modern Desk
By Arne Vodder
Located in Fulton, CA
Fine teak Danish Modern expanding desk attributed to Arne Vodder. Denmark, circa. 1960's. Finished
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Expandable Mahogany and Cork Desk, Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture c.1950
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An original expandable Paul Frankl desk with cork surface and a Mahogany base with brass
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 28.5 in W 58 in D 24 in
Mid Century Modern Expandable Oval Dining Table with 3 Leaves
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Expandable Oval Dining Table with 3 Leaves
The Mid Century Modern expandable
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Antique English Mahogany Carved Library Table with Lopers for Expanding Surface
Located in Chicago, IL
desk. The surface of the mahogany does have many mild cosmetic issues, although structurally the
Category
Antique 1880s English Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
H 32.5 in W 71.25 in D 40 in
18th C. English Architect's Table w/Unique Legs, Expanding Top, & Candle Shelves
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English expandable architect's table with candle stands from the 18th century. This antique
Category
Antique 18th Century English Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
H 30 in W 34 in D 30 in
Floor Sample Alma Desk Giorgetti Designed By Pamela Amine w/ Leather Finishes
By Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Boston, MA
”, celebrates the main function of a desk, which is to open the mind and expand one's knowledge.
A desk for
Category
2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather
H 36.25 in W 71 in D 38 in
Classic Teak Drop Leaf Desk, Denmark, Attributed to Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in Buffalo, NY
desk to be expanded, 65" wide when open. Retains original finish. Patina, hand delivery avail to New
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Nesting Tables with Sculptural Live Edge Design Custom Made by Petersen Antiques
By Petersen Antiques
Located in Los Angeles, CA
created from a single piece of cherrywood, warts and all! We designed this desk to expand when needed but
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Cherry
H 31 in W 50 in D 33 in
English 19th Century Pine Drop-Leaf Table with Oval Top and Turned Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
antique writing desk. Its expandable design makes it particularly apt for apartments or rooms where space
Category
Antique 19th Century English Rustic Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Pine
ACO Møbler Sideboard, Gunni Omann, Denmark, 1960s
By Gunni Omann, Aco Møbler
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
continuously expanded to include sideboards, desks, shelving systems and dining room furniture. The wood types
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Streamlined Art Deco Desk with Expanding Top
Located in North Hollywood, CA
tremendous storage and/or work area. The desk displays all the hallmarks of modern 1930's design, from the
Category
Vintage 1930s American Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Modern Rectangular Wooden Desk in Birch Wood, Glass
By Duffy London
Located in London, GB
A modern piece of statement furniture from British designer Christopher Duffy.
The Abyss Desk
Category
2010s British Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Large Modern Desk in Glass, Birch and Steel, Rectangular
By Duffy London
Located in London, GB
Abyss Desk expands Duffy’s explorations on the concept of depth with a mesmerising depiction of the
Category
2010s English Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Swedish Desk in a Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
Handsome, compact and practical. This teak cabinet opens and expands into a desk with a writing
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Gunni Oman, Sideboard Model 21, Rosewood
By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik, Gunni Omann
Located in Roskilde, Sealand
but later, in 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, expanded into dining room furniture, desks , sideboards , and
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Teak Midcentury Sideboard by Gunni Omann for Omann Jun
By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik, Gunni Omann
Located in Glasgow, GB
, 1960s, and 1970s, expanded into dining room furniture, desks , sideboards , and shelving systems made in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Expandable Desk by Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Austin, TX
Expandable desk (from 5' to 8') of walnut, with steel frame and brass feet, features one file
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
French 19th Century Mahogany Expanding Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This 19th century mahogany writing desk is in the style of Louis XVI. The top expands and slides
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood, Mahogany, Giltwood
Danish Teak Expandable Desk by E. W. Bach for Toften Møbelfabrik
By E.W. Bach, Mobelfabrikken Toften
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning piece designed by E. W. Bach for Toften Møbelfabrik. The desk features a lockable top
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
"Magic Box", Desk in a Box, Stylized Expanding Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier, Arne Vodder
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning foldable and closable teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood, Teak
Limed Oak and Chrome Expandable Desk/Dining Table
Located in Bellport, NY
to expand length of table.Carefull attention has been paid to insure that wood grains match when
Category
20th Century Italian Tables
Materials
Chrome
1960s Danish Teak Bar Trolley with Expandable Desk by Arrebo Møbler
By Arrebo Mobler
Located in Praha, CZ
The bar trolley top desk can be extended up to 89 cm. This item was carefully refurbished.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Teak
French 1940's Desk with Original Leather Top
Located in Buchanan, NY
French 1940's mahogany expanding desk with leather top.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Desks
Materials
Mahogany, Leather
Vintage Danish Modern Teak Floating Extension Desk by Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard
By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern expandable desk in teak designed by Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard, Denmark. This
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29.5 in W 46 in D 23.75 in
Flip-Top Desk by Peter Løvig Nielson for Løvig Dansk, 1977 Denmark, Refinished
By Peter Løvig Nielsen, Lovig Dansk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
flip top desk is hinged with classy and attractive brass hinges and flips backward to expand the depth
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
H 34.25 in W 63.75 in D 29 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Expandable Drop-Leaf Desk in Teak
By Hulmefa, Arne Vodder
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Scandinavian Minimalist teak desk produced by Hulmefa and often attributed to Arne Vodder.
Unique
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Expandable Table or Desk in the Style of Grosfeld House
By Grosfeld House
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning table or desk in the style of Grosfeld House made of solid limed oak.
The piece can be
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Rare Model No. 8 Rotary Desk in Queen Anne Style with Wooton Rotating Cases
By Wooton Desk Co.
Located in New York, NY
this desk can be expanded to an open measurement of 88" x 33" x 31.5" H, offering plenty of room to
Category
Antique 19th Century American Queen Anne Desks
Materials
Brass
H 31.5 in W 33 in D 60 in
Barney Flagg “Parallel” Expanding Writing Desk for Drexel
By Drexel, Barney Flagg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Barney Flagg.
Manufacturer: Drexel “Parallel.”
Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern.
Country: United States.
Date: 1950s.
Dimensions: 29″H x 72″L x 26.5″W.
Materials: W...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
Wonderful Expandable Writing/ Sidetable by Embru- Werke
Located in New York, NY
A multi-functional and expandable table designed by Francois Caruelle, Switzerland. A wonderful
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Wonderful Expandable Writing or Sidetable by Embru-Werke
By Embru
Located in New York, NY
A multifunctional and expandable table designed by Francois Caruelle, Switzerland. A wonderful
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Northwestern Expanded Metal Company Waste Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wire mesh waste basket by Northwestern Expanded Metal Company, Chicago, c. 1930's. This piece is
Category
Vintage 1930s American Industrial More Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal
Jens Quistgaard Desk for Lovig and Dansk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large teak desk with expanding top on hinge creating either a flat or raised level surface with
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Desks and Writing Tables
Danish Double Sided and Expandable Teak Office by Arne Vodder, 1960
By Arne Vodder
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Small very functional Scandinavian desk thanks to its 3-drawer box and its rear niche. It also has
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
Peter Lovig Nielsen Flip-top Partners Desk, circa 1960s
By Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
with drawers and bins that can expand the flat desk surface. with the cubby section up as shown in
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Iconic flip top desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen for Løvig
Located in Utrecht, NL
hinged flip top compartment allows this desk to expand for a partner, into a conference or dining table.
Category
20th Century Danish Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Danish Modern Lovig Style Teak Flip-Top Partners Desk
By Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
a straight line Peter Lovig style design, flip-top that expands the desk top to 36” W, multiple
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Teak
Danish Flip-Top Desk by Jens Quistgaard for Peter Lovig Nielsen in Teak, 1969
By Jens Quistgaard, Lovig Dansk
Located in Hamburg, PA
A beautiful expandable Danish modern teak partners desk with a flip-top design by Jens Quistgaard
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
H 34 in W 63.75 in L 34 in
Peter Løvig Nielsen Teak Partners Desk
By Løvig Design, Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Cambridge, US
a writing desk to a well sized partners desk or expanded work table. The cleverly designed storage
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Louis XV Style Ivory Desk with Green Detail
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Louis XV style ivory desk with painted green ivy detail. Desk expands on two sides.
Category
20th Century Desks
Materials
Paint
Borge Mogensen Flip Top Teak and Oak Writing Desk
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
expanded the desk surface measures 47" wide x 39.5" deep. Recently refinished and in excellent condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Materials
Oak, Teak
Danish Modern Teak Roll Top Writing Desk with 3 Drawers
Located in Freehold, NJ
bent wood pulls.
Draw leaf desk expands to make total depth 27 inches. Approximately 9 inch writing
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Walnut Danish Flip-Top Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen, 1960s
By Lovig Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Hamburg, PA
A beautiful expandable Danish Modern walnut desk with a flip-top design by Jens Quistgaard for
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Materials
Walnut
Danish Modern Flip-Top Partners Desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen
By Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Emeryville, CA
teak wood, showcasing a beautiful grain pattern. Its innovative flip-top design expands the desk to 36
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century Walnut Dropleaf Desk
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Countryside, IL
wide x 23 deep x 29.5 inches high, with a chair clearance of 26.25 inches; when expanded the desk is 58
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Chrome
“Bargueño” Desk on a “Taquillón” Base, “Salamanca” Type, Spain, 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
responds to the type called "Salamanca desk", which is the most representative of the Spanish Baroque. It
Category
Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Desks
Materials
Iron
H 47.25 in W 61.42 in D 22.05 in
Rosewood Danish Flip-Top Desk by Jens Quistgaard for Peter Lovig Nielsen, 1969
By Jens Quistgaard, Lovig Dansk
Located in Hamburg, PA
A beautiful expandable Danish Modern rosewood partners desk with a flip-top design by Jens
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Materials
Rosewood
H 34 in W 63.75 in D 28.75 in
French Restauration Bureau Plat, Walnut, Embossed Leather, France circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
desk, expandable on two sides with pull-out plates. Solid walnut, french polished with shellac. Lovely
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Restauration Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Gold, Brass
H 30.32 in W 60.63 in D 31.11 in
18th C English Mahogany Architect’s Table with Brass Candle Slides
Located in Milford, NH
candle slides, and an expandable green leather top writing desk with storage compartment under the
Category
Antique 18th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Danish Modern Walnut Expanding Entertainment Bookcase Desk Divider
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome walnut midcentury Danish modern expanding entertainment cabinet, bookcase, desk, or room
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
H 55 in W 49 in D 20 in
1960s Danish Teak and Steel Desk by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Victoria, BC
effortlessly raised to expand the desk surface to a generous 71" width, offering a perfect solution when you
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Secretary with Mirror
Located in Minneapolis, MN
desk (please note expandable desktop surface). This is an ideal piece for a guest room or an accent for
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
Antique French Carved Tiger Oak Parquet Dining Table Draw Leaf Ram Hoof
Located in Shreveport, LA
table/desk and expands to 8 ft. for entertaining ~
~Solid oak, very heavy and substantial, well built
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Arne Vodder Danish Teak Drop-Leaf Expandable Desk
By Arne Vodder
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful teak wood Danish drop-leaf expandable desk designed by Arne Vodder. The desk has a drop
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Expanding Desk by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
Peter Lovig Nielsen Danish Modern Teak Flip Top Desk
By Jens Quistgaard, Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Baltimore, MD
Fabulous highly collectible Danish Modern, mid century expandable, desk/table, designed by Jens
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Vintage Expanding Walnut "Jet" Desk
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A fabulous vintage walnut "Jet" desk manufactured in the United States, circa 1950s. Feature a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
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Expanding Desk For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the expanding desk you’re looking for. An expanding desk — often made from wood, metal and hardwood — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer expanding desk, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An expanding desk is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Industrial styles are sought with frequency. Arne Vodder, Arrebo Mobler and Barney Flagg each produced at least one beautiful expanding desk that is worth considering.
How Much is a Expanding Desk?
Prices for an expanding desk start at $450 and top out at $12,900 with the average selling for $2,532.