What is a roll top desk?

A roll top desk is a piece of furniture that has a wooden cover that can be pulled down when the desk is not in use. Shop a collection of roll top furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What era are roll top desks from?

Roll-top desks are originally from the late 18th century in the Georgian era of England. By the middle of the Victorian era, they were found in most offices and produced on a large scale. Shop a range of antique roll-top desks on 1stDibs.

Can I paint a leather desk top?

Yes, you can paint a leather desk top. You can transform an old leather desk top and add visual appeal with easy-to-use leather paint. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with a furniture restorer or related professional for help. Find a variety of leather desk tops on 1stDibs.

What do you call the leather top on a desk?

The leather top on a desk is usually just called a leather top. However, some people refer to it as a leather insert or leather writing surface. The thin pieces of leather that go into making leather-top desks are known as skivers. Shop a variety of desks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a roll top desk called?

Sometimes, roll-top desks are called tambours, sliding roll desks or roll-up desks. However, roll-top is the most commonly used name. The style of desk became popular during the 19th century. You can find a range of roll-top desks on 1stDibs.

What is the point of a roll top desk?

A roll top desk kept small essentials and paperwork organized. The roll top design was ideal for business people to secure their desks at the end of the day without filing away their work. Browse a variety of roll top desks on 1stDibs.

How much is a roll top desk worth?

A roll top desk can be worth anywhere between $3,000 to $6,000, depending on the condition, materials used and time of manufacturing. Roll top desks are expensive, as they are very popular on the antique furniture market and are considered timeless collectibles. Shop a range of antique and vintage roll top desks on 1stDibs.

How do I know if my antique roll top desk?

A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.

How do I know if my roll top desk is antique?

To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.

Floating Top Desk

Drexel Leather

Danish Teak Executive Desk

Danish Modern Teak Filing Cabinet

Walnut Drexel Desk

Floating Wood Table

Milo Baughman Mid Century Desk

Peter Lovig Nielsen Desk

Rosewood Floating

1950's Mid-Century Modernist Floating Top Curved Desk

$13,800

1950's Mid-Century Modernist Floating Top Curved Desk

Located in Dallas, TX

It has a curved design that gives it a distinctive appeal and a large floating surface work area has an advantage over a traditional rectangular desk.

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Italian Cherry Wood Lady Writing Desk. 1950s with floating Top

$7,853

Italian Cherry Wood Lady Writing Desk. 1950s with floating Top

Located in Berlin, DE

Italian cherry wood writing desk with a rectangular top that appears to float above the sculptural, tapered supports. The rear section features an integrated shelf for storing books ...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cherry

Danish Modern Executive Floating Top Teak Desk by Johannes Sorth

$4,200

Danish Modern Executive Floating Top Teak Desk by Johannes Sorth

By Bornholm Møbelfabrik

Located in North Hollywood, CA

A floating teak top gives the desk a light architectural presence, supported by solid teak tapered legs that showcase the clean lines and detailing for which Johannes Sorth is best k...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Floating-Top Teak Desk with Bookcase by Dyrlund

$3,950

Danish Modern Floating-Top Teak Desk with Bookcase by Dyrlund

By Dyrlund

Located in Miami, FL

A stylish and modern teak executive desk with floating top designed and made in Denmark by Dyrlund.

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

Materials

Teak

Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk in Walnut with Floating Glass Top

$12,700

Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk in Walnut with Floating Glass Top

By Melchiorre Bega

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Crafted from fine walnut wood in a striking light shade, this desk radiates sophistication and refinement. The floating effect of the glass top enhances its sense of lightness, while...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Danish Modern Floating Top Teak Executive Desk by G.V. Mobler

$4,200

Danish Modern Floating Top Teak Executive Desk by G.V. Mobler

By G.V. Møbler

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Showcasing the refined craftsmanship and thoughtful proportions that define Scandinavian design, this desk features a striking floating top that appears to hover effortlessly above t...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Post-Modern Desk with Floating Leather Top on Chrome Cylinders, Brazil, 1980s

$4,820

Post-Modern Desk with Floating Leather Top on Chrome Cylinders, Brazil, 1980s

Located in São Paulo, BR

Post-modern desk produced in São Paulo, Brazil, circa 1980, by Casas Edições de Design, designer not identified, with a body veneered in fine woods, curved drawers, and a leather-cov...

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Vintage 1980s Brazilian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Solid Walnut Mid-Century Modern Floating Top All Restored Desk Table Mint!

$6,800

Solid Walnut Mid-Century Modern Floating Top All Restored Desk Table Mint!

By Harvey Probber, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Solid Walnut Mid-Century Modern pullout Key Board Floating Top Tray All Restored Desk Table MINT!

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

Materials

Chrome

Exposed Dowel Shape Legs Floating Top 3 Drawers Walnut Desk Table Console Mint

$3,400

Exposed Dowel Shape Legs Floating Top 3 Drawers Walnut Desk Table Console Mint

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Exposed dowel shape legs floating top 3 drawers walnut desk table console mint.

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern "Biscayne" Floating Top Walnut Desk by Drexel

$5,400

Mid-Century Modern "Biscayne" Floating Top Walnut Desk by Drexel

By Drexel, Milo Baughman

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This exceptional floating top walnut desk by Drexel represents the pinnacle of 1960s American modernist design.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Iron & Walnut Writing Desk

$2,150

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Iron & Walnut Writing Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

:) Materials: Walnut, Patinated Iron This Mid-Century Modern floating top writing desk from the 1950s features a sleek walnut surface paired with a patinated iron frame, creating a...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Iron

1950s Hairpin Desk with Floating Drawer and Custom Free Edge Walnut Top

$2,400

1950s Hairpin Desk with Floating Drawer and Custom Free Edge Walnut Top

By Custom Furniture Builders

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

Fantastic 1950s wrought iron hairpin desk with a floating ash drawer with white laminate top and distressed brass ball pull.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern Six-Drawer Writers Desk in Teak by Morredi, Denmark, c. 1960s

$5,195

Mid-Century Modern Six-Drawer Writers Desk in Teak by Morredi, Denmark, c. 1960s

By Morredi

Located in Deland, FL

This extraordinary writer's desk has recently undergone a partial restoration featuring new, custom-welded fasteners to secure the "floating box" design.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Signed Karl Springer 1991 Floating Embossed Leather Shagreen Desk Console Table

$14,500

Signed Karl Springer 1991 Floating Embossed Leather Shagreen Desk Console Table

By Karl Springer

Located in St. Louis, MO

Creator: Karl Springer Period: 1990–1999 Styles: Postmodern, Mid-Century Modern Revival, Contemporary Luxe Materials: Steel, Leather, Lacquer Item Type: Desks / C...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Steel

Recent Sales

Unusual Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Desk

Unavailable

H 29 in W 78 in D 36 in

Unusual Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Desk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The odd shaped desk top is supported by a painted wood "pipe" column sitting on a laminated wood base. Actual pipes connect the locking drawers to the desk top.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Teak Desk with Floating Top, Denmark, 1960s

Unavailable

H 29.53 in W 54.34 in D 29.14 in

Teak Desk with Floating Top, Denmark, 1960s

Located in Berlin, DE

Teakwood desk with floating top, open shelves, six drawers and a bookshelf on the back.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Freestanding Executive Rosewood Desk with Floating Top by Kai Kristiansen

Unavailable

H 28.75 in W 59.65 in D 30.32 in

Freestanding Executive Rosewood Desk with Floating Top by Kai Kristiansen

By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Helsingborg, SE

Freestanding executive desk with a floating top. Designed in 1958 by Kai Kristiansen, Model FM60, produced by Feldballes Møbelfabrik in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Italian Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk with Floating Glass Top, circa 1960

Unavailable

H 31 in W 60 in D 31.5 in

Italian Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk with Floating Glass Top, circa 1960

Located in New York, NY

A stunning, Italian Mid-Century Modern rosewood desk with floating black glass top. Front side has four drawers and open shelves, the rear with privacy panel and open shelf, Italy, c...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Rosewood

Ib Kofod Larsen Danish Modern Teak Desk Vanity Floating Top

Unavailable

H 28.5 in W 57 in D 18 in

Ib Kofod Larsen Danish Modern Teak Desk Vanity Floating Top

Located in Fairfield, ME

A classic floating top writing desk/vanity designed by Ib Kofod Larsen for G Plan.

Category

Vintage 1960s British Scandinavian Modern Desks

Milo Baughman Executive Desk with Floating Top, Glenn of California, 1950s

Unavailable

H 30 in W 58 in D 28 in

Milo Baughman Executive Desk with Floating Top, Glenn of California, 1950s

By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The floating top measures 24.5 deep by 48.75 wide inches and the overall dimensions are 30 high x 58 wide x 28 deep inches.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut, Wood

Midcentury Italian Wood Desk with Floating Drawer and Curvy Brass Base

Unavailable

H 30.75 in W 51.5 in D 27.5 in

Midcentury Italian Wood Desk with Floating Drawer and Curvy Brass Base

Located in New York, NY

Wood topped desk with floating drawer and looped brass base, Italy, circa 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Impressive Danish Modern Teak Executive Desk

Unavailable

H 29.75 in W 77.5 in D 35.5 in

Impressive Danish Modern Teak Executive Desk

Located in Portland, OR

Danish modern executive power desk with floating top. Superb style from every angle.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Fantastic Rosewood Desk by Osvaldo Borsani Model T96 for Tecno

Unavailable

H 29.14 in W 98.43 in D 33.47 in

Fantastic Rosewood Desk by Osvaldo Borsani Model T96 for Tecno

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Megeve, FR

More pictures to come. Floating desk top sits on tripod nickel bases with articulating left side storage cabinet.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Free Standing Executive Teakdesk with Floating Top Designed by Kai Kristiansen

Unavailable

H 28.75 in W 59.65 in D 30.32 in

Free Standing Executive Teakdesk with Floating Top Designed by Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik

Located in Helsingborg, SE

Freestanding executive desk with a floating top. Designed in 1958 by Kai Kristiansen, Model FM60, produced by Feldballes Møbelfabrik in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Hooker Floating Top Desk

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H 29.5 in W 54.5 in D 24 in

Hooker Floating Top Desk

By Hooker Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century walnut Hooker floating top desk with caned back. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Floating Top Desk with Bookcase

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H 29.75 in W 48 in D 24 in

Mid-Century Floating Top Desk with Bookcase

By Drexel

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A dark ebony finished floating top desk with two drawers and built in bookcase to the backside, brushed stainless pulls and leg end caps complement this desk.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Drexel "Perspective" Floating Top Desk by Milo Baughman

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H 33.75 in W 56 in D 31.5 in

Drexel "Perspective" Floating Top Desk by Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman, Drexel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Drexel "Perspective" Floating Top Desk by Milo Baughman

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Mahogany, Leather

Milo Baughman Walnut Floating Top Desk by Drexel

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H 34.5 in W 56 in

Milo Baughman Walnut Floating Top Desk by Drexel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

MId Century Modern Milo Baughman floating-top desk in walnut by Drexel. Desk features two shallow drawers and one file drawer with dividers.

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall “Declaration” Floating-Top Desk for Drexel

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H 24 in W 55 in

Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall “Declaration” Floating-Top Desk for Drexel

By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall “Declaration” floating-top desk for Drexel.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Ebonized Milo Baughman Floating-Top Desk by Drexel

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H 34.5 in W 56 in D 31.5 in

Ebonized Milo Baughman Floating-Top Desk by Drexel

By Milo Baughman, Drexel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a fully restored Milo Baughman Floating-Top Desk from the Perspective line by Drexel.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Floating Top Desk

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H 28.75 in W 55 in D 27.25 in

Floating Top Desk

Located in Stratford, CT

Double-pedestal Form Desk with Six Drawers with Carved Handles (two locking), Rear Exposed Bookshelf

Category

Vintage 1960s French Desks

Materials

Rosewood

1950s Drexel "Perspective" Floating Top Desk Style After Milo Baughman

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H 34.25 in W 56 in D 31.25 in

1950s Drexel "Perspective" Floating Top Desk Style After Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman, Drexel

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid century floating top desk design by Milo Baughman for Drexel "Perspective collection" in the United States circa 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Italian Floating Top Desk

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H 30.5 in W 62.75 in D 30.75 in

Italian Floating Top Desk

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Floating top surface and 4 drawers on both sides. Incredible recessed angled wood detail at face.

Category

20th Century Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron, Brass

Danish Modern Floating Top Desk by Kai Kristiansen

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H 28.5 in W 59.5 in D 30.5 in

Danish Modern Floating Top Desk by Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Amazing Danish modern floating top desk designed by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfrabrik in Denmark, circa 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Desk by Tijsseling for Hulmefa, 1960s

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H 29.53 in W 68.51 in D 29.14 in

Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Desk by Tijsseling for Hulmefa, 1960s

By Tijsseling, Hulmefa

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Mid-Century Modern teak floating top desk by Tijsseling for Hulmefa, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Midcentury Vintage “Biscayne” Floating Top Desk by Drexel, circa 1960s

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H 34.5 in W 56 in D 31.5 in

Midcentury Vintage “Biscayne” Floating Top Desk by Drexel, circa 1960s

By Drexel

Located in Houston, TX

Wonderful vintage “Biscayne” floating top desk by Drexel circa 1960s. The left drawer has a file slot which can be removed if needed and on the right side has two dovetailed drawers.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Fully Refinished Danish Teak Floating Top Desk c.1960's

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H 29.75 in W 57 in D 29.25 in

Fully Refinished Danish Teak Floating Top Desk c.1960's

By Svend Åge Madsen

Located in Lutz, FL

1960’s Danish Modern Teak Floating Top Desk, Fully Refinished. Executive style Mid Century Modern desk with floating top and 3 drawers per side, top drawer on each side lock.

Category

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

Materials

Teak

Danish modern "floating" top desk.

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H 28 in W 59 in D 19.25 in

Danish modern "floating" top desk.

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Danish modern " floating " top teak desk. High quality design and construction.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Floating Top Desk

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H 28.5 in W 55.5 in D 28 in

Danish Modern Floating Top Desk

Located in North Hollywood, CA

The top has a floating top appearance. It features four dovetailed drawers and a file drawer.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Teak

Unique Midcentury Floating-Top Desk

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H 30.5 in W 71 in D 31.5 in

Unique Midcentury Floating-Top Desk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This beautiful vintage desk features a large, uniquely shaped, floating top workspace which is complimented by a set of three drawers for storage.

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Stylish Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Desk by a.a.Patijn for Poly-Z 1960s

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H 29.53 in W 57.29 in D 29.73 in

Stylish Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Desk by a.a.Patijn for Poly-Z 1960s

By Abraham A. Patijn

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stylish Mid-Century Modern floating top desk by A.A.Patijn for Poly-Z 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Teak and Walnut Trim Mcm Floating Top Desk from G Plan by Ib Kofod–Larsen

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H 27.5 in W 60 in D 18 in

Teak and Walnut Trim Mcm Floating Top Desk from G Plan by Ib Kofod–Larsen

By G Plan Furniture

Located in Houston, TX

This is an incredible teak and walnut trim mcm floating top desk from G Plan designed by Ib Kofod–Larsen for E Gomme Ltd.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Johannes Sorth Rosewood Floating Top Desk

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H 28.75 in W 59 in D 27.75 in

Johannes Sorth Rosewood Floating Top Desk

By Bornholm Møbelfabrik

Located in Cambridge, US

Carved rectangular pulls, tapered legs, and floating top enhance overall design. Clever open shelf to front offers a convenient place for books, decorative objects, etc.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Walnut Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Desk by A.A.Patijn for Poly-Z, 1960s

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H 29.53 in W 57.09 in D 29.53 in

Walnut Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Desk by A.A.Patijn for Poly-Z, 1960s

By Abraham A. Patijn, Poly-Z

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Elegant Mid-Century Modern floating top desk by A.A.Patijn for Poly-Z. Striking Dutch design from the 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Danish Teak Floating Top Desk

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H 28.5 in W 58.5 in D 29.5 in

Mid-Century Danish Teak Floating Top Desk

By Hooker Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This gorgeous Danish Teak desk features classic mid-century floating top design, and plenty of storage space.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Peter Løvig Nielsen Executive Floating-Top Desk

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H 29.5 in W 60.75 in D 27.75 in

Peter Løvig Nielsen Executive Floating-Top Desk

By Dansk, Peter Løvig Nielsen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: Peter Løvig Nielsen Manufacturer: Lovig Dansk Period/Style: Danish Modern Country: Denmark Date: 1970’s Dimensions: 29.5″H x 60.75″L x 27.75″W Materials: Teak Con...

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Floating Top Desk in Teak, Scandinavian Design, 1960s

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H 29.14 in W 63 in D 31.5 in

Floating Top Desk in Teak, Scandinavian Design, 1960s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vintage midcentury teak desk. The floating top design rests on one large cabinet with one shelve and one with four drawers.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern American Walnut Floating Top Desk

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H 30 in W 60 in D 23 in

Mid-Century Modern American Walnut Floating Top Desk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This unique mid-century desk features turned edge floating top, five drawers for storage, and a finished back.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Floating-Top Desk with Brass Accent

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H 29.25 in W 56.25 in D 24.25 in

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Floating-Top Desk with Brass Accent

By West Michigan Furniture Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century Modern floating-top desk with brass accent. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back ...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Danish Teak Floating Top Desk by Kai Kristiansen

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H 28.5 in W 33.25 in D 70.75 in

Danish Teak Floating Top Desk by Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This freestanding desk features a floating top, six dovetailed drawers in the front, at the rear two extra storage units, and a open space for books or decorations.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Danish Floating Top Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen

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H 29.5 in W 60.75 in D 28 in

Danish Floating Top Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen

By Peter Løvig Nielsen

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Sculptural floating top, raised lips and integrated bookshelves on the back side.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Smart Hooker Mid Century Walnut Floating Top Desk

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H 29.5 in W 54 in D 24.75 in

Smart Hooker Mid Century Walnut Floating Top Desk

Located in Miami, FL

...SOLD FEBRUARY 2012...Smart and tailored, beautifully proportioned and designed, this walnut desk by Hooker is superb. With its floating top hovering above a single large pencil d...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Desks

Materials

Walnut, Cane

Danish Modern Floating Top Desk by Kai Kristiansen

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H 28.5 in W 59.75 in

Danish Modern Floating Top Desk by Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik

Located in North Hollywood, CA

An amazing Danish executive teak desk designed by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik, model FM60. This freestanding desk features three dovetailed drawers on the right and a ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Drexel "Perspective" Floating Top Desk by Milo Baughman

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H 34.25 in W 56 in D 31.25 in

Drexel "Perspective" Floating Top Desk by Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman, Drexel

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This spectacular vintage desk was designed by Milo Baughman for Drexel's "Perspective" collection in the United States. This iconic design is comprised of a file drawer with built in...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Desk By Hooker

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H 30 in W 54 in D 25 in

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Desk By Hooker

By Mainline by Hooker

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-century modern American desk by Hooker for their Mainline collection. Featuring a "floating" top, tapered legs, and right side cabinet space with sliding wicker panel exposing mo...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

1950s Milo Baughman for Drexel Blond Floating Top Desk

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H 29.25 in W 50 in D 24 in

1950s Milo Baughman for Drexel Blond Floating Top Desk

By Milo Baughman, Drexel

Located in Miami, FL

Beautiful blond elm wood Milo Baughman for Drexel Writers Desk from the " Todays Living" collection with a floating top and a chartreuse or lime green Micarta finish.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Elm

Gunni Omann for Omann Jun Teak Floating Top Desk

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H 28.88 in W 60.25 in D 31.25 in

Gunni Omann for Omann Jun Teak Floating Top Desk

By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik, Gunni Omann

Located in Miami, FL

The solid teak legs support the table top, giving it and the drawers a floating appearance, while allowing for additional storage space underneath the main surface.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Kai Kristiansen Teak Floating-Top Desk for Feldballes Mobelfabrik

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H 29 in W 61 in D 28 in

Kai Kristiansen Teak Floating-Top Desk for Feldballes Mobelfabrik

By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: Kai Kristiansen Manufacturer: Feldballes Mobelfabrik Period/Style: Danish Modern Country: Denmark Date: 1960’s Dimensions: 29″H x 61″L x 28″W Materials: Teak Condi...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Newly Refinished - Danish Modern Sculpted Teak Floating Top Desk

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H 29.75 in W 56.75 in D 27.25 in

Newly Refinished - Danish Modern Sculpted Teak Floating Top Desk

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...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Gunni Omann Model-75 Floating-Top Desk for Omann Jun

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H 29 in W 60 in

Gunni Omann Model-75 Floating-Top Desk for Omann Jun

By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik, Gunni Omann

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The handcrafted profile and sculptural Model-75 desk features a sturdy frame that helps elevates the case of drawers and gives the top a floating top appeal.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

Danish Modern Rosewood Floating-Top Desk with Bookshelf by Dyrlund

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H 28.75 in W 61.25 in D 29.75 in

Danish Modern Rosewood Floating-Top Desk with Bookshelf by Dyrlund

By Dyrlund

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stylish modern executive desk designed and manufactured in Denmark by Dyrlund, circa 1960s. This striking Danish modern design features a rosewood frame and three spacious drawers on...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood, Rosewood

Danish Modern Rosewood Floating-Top Desk with Bookshelf by Dyrlund

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H 28.75 in W 61.25 in

Danish Modern Rosewood Floating-Top Desk with Bookshelf by Dyrlund

By Dyrlund

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stylish modern executive desk designed and manufactured in Denmark by Drylund, circa 1960s. This striking Danish modern design features a rosewood frame and three spacious drawers on...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

Teak 'Propos' Floating Top Desk by Louis van Teeffelen for Hulmefa

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H 29.75 in W 29.25 in D 68.5 in

Teak 'Propos' Floating Top Desk by Louis van Teeffelen for Hulmefa

By Louis Van Teeffelen, Hulmefa, Tijsseling

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The top surface features generously rounded corners and sits visually suspended above the pedestal base — the floating-top effect reinforced by a deliberate gap between the surface a...

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Floating-Top Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen

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H 29 in W 61 in D 28 in

Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Floating-Top Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen

By Peter Løvig Nielsen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precisi...

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Danish Rosewood Floating Top Desk by Gunni Omann, 1960s

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H 29 in W 55 in D 32 in

Mid-Century Modern Danish Rosewood Floating Top Desk by Gunni Omann, 1960s

By Gunni Omann

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a fabulous, six-drawer, floating top rosewood desk from Denmark, by Gunni Omann in the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Danish Teak Executive Desk Floating Top w/ Bookshelf Back

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H 28.5 in W 69 in D 32.25 in

Danish Teak Executive Desk Floating Top w/ Bookshelf Back

Located in New York, NY

Danish Floating Top Desk with Bookshelf Back. Has six pull out drawers, and original key.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Drexel "Biscayne" Floating Leather Top Desk

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H 34.5 in W 56.25 in D 31.5 in

Drexel "Biscayne" Floating Leather Top Desk

By Drexel

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Floating top desk by Drexel. Features chrome pulls and leather top.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Leather, Walnut

Mid Century Teak Floating Top Executive Desk by H.P Hansen

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H 28.5 in W 58.5 in D 29.5 in

Mid Century Teak Floating Top Executive Desk by H.P Hansen

By H.P. Hansen

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-century executive floating top desk by H.P Hansen manufactured in Demark circa 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Kai Kristiansen Danish Modern Three-Drawer Floating Top Teak Desk w/ Bookshelf

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H 29 in W 47 in D 23.5 in

Kai Kristiansen Danish Modern Three-Drawer Floating Top Teak Desk w/ Bookshelf

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Kai Kristiansen Danish Modern Three-Drawer Floating Top Teak Desk w/ Bookshelf This Danish modern floating top desk attributed to Kai Kristiansen features a beautifully cornered te...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Stunning Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk

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H 29.25 in W 63 in D 28 in

Stunning Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Houston, TX

Desk features a slightly upturned floating top. Desk has five drawers.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

G-Plan Teak Desk by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1960s

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H 27.56 in W 59.85 in

G-Plan Teak Desk by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1960s

By G Plan Furniture, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in The Hague, NL

Floating top desk features wonderful teak construction.

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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Teak Desk by G-Plan

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H 29 in W 57 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Teak Desk by G-Plan

By G Plan Furniture, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This beautiful floating top desk features wonderful teak construction, carved drawer pulls, and tapered legs.

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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

H.P. Hansen Floating Executive Desk in Teak

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H 28 in W 58.5 in D 29.25 in

H.P. Hansen Floating Executive Desk in Teak

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid-century executive floating top desk by H.P. Hansen manufactured in Demark circa 1970s.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Danish Modern Svend Madsen Style Executive Desk

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H 28.5 in W 60 in D 29 in

Danish Modern Svend Madsen Style Executive Desk

By Svend Åge Madsen

Located in Berkeley, CA

This Danish modern Svend Madsen style floating top desk features a beautifully cornered teak desk surface.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Desk by G.V. Møbler, 1960s

$2,560Sale Price|20% Off

H 28 in W 59 in D 29 in

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Desk by G.V. Møbler, 1960s

By G.V. Møbler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century Danish modern G.V. Møbler teak desk boasts a striking floating top with three dovetail drawers on the left and a deep file drawer on the right. The drawers feature elegan...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Italian Mid-Century Modern Bureau Desk in Solid Wood, Italy, 1960s

$8,900

H 33.47 in W 37.8 in D 25.99 in

Italian Mid-Century Modern Bureau Desk in Solid Wood, Italy, 1960s

Located in Curitiba, PR

A striking Italian Mid-Century Modern bureau desk crafted from solid wood, dating from the 1960s. This sculptural piece embodies the elegance and innovation of post-war Italian desig...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood

Elegant Italian Small Desk in Ash and Walnut

$1,675

H 30.52 in W 33.08 in D 19.69 in

Elegant Italian Small Desk in Ash and Walnut

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Writing desk, ash, walnut, brass, formica, Italy, 1950s Very elegant desk made in Italy in the 1950s. The framework is executed in walnut. The upper part of this piece is made from ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Mid century danish modern teak desk with 3 drawers

$2,100Sale Price|25% Off

H 29 in W 49 in D 25 in

Mid century danish modern teak desk with 3 drawers

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century danish modern teak desk with 3 drawers And lower brace. This danish desk has (2) upper drawers and (1) lower deep file drawer. The top has a beautiful teak wood grain wit...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Oak, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Italian Writing Desk, 1960s

$2,050

H 30.71 in W 47.25 in D 24.81 in

Mid-Century Modern Italian Writing Desk, 1960s

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Italian desk from the 1960s, restored and shellac polished. Note the brass handles and feet, the green glass top with original period adhesive paper underneath and the black painted ...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass, Iron

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s.

$2,768

H 28.55 in W 58.27 in D 30.12 in

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s.

By Vald Mortensen

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s. High-end freestanding executive teak writing table by Danish master carpenter Valdemar Mortensen from Odense, Denmar...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Writing Desk by Silvio Cavatorta in Solid Walnut and Glass, Italy, 1950's

$44,416

H 30.71 in W 74.81 in D 37.01 in

Writing Desk by Silvio Cavatorta in Solid Walnut and Glass, Italy, 1950's

By Silvio Cavatorta

Located in Uithoorn, NL

A large symmetrical desk by Silvio Cavatorta in solid walnut with on both sides 3 drawers and in the middle a larger drawer with key and lock. For whom this lock is not safe enough...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Glass, Walnut

Rare 1950s Mid-Century Modern Art Deco Inspired Walnut Rounded Top Desk

$2,399Sale Price|20% Off

H 29.5 in W 66 in D 36 in

Rare 1950s Mid-Century Modern Art Deco Inspired Walnut Rounded Top Desk

Located in Lafayette, IN

Stunning 1950s desk by the Shelbyville Desk Company of Indiana. Desk features a 66" rounded-end top, walnut veneer and wonderful Art Deco hardware. This desk is very similar to the "...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Walnut

Danish Mid-Century Walnut Writing Desk with Three Drawers, 1950s

$5,900

H 29.5 in W 71 in D 29.5 in

Danish Mid-Century Walnut Writing Desk with Three Drawers, 1950s

Located in Houston, TX

The wide tabletop is presenting a fine walnut wood. Right beneath the top there is wide shelf. Three drawers are attached on either side. Each of the drawers has “bow” shaped handle....

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Walnut

Teak desk by Børge Mogensen for P. Lauritsen & Søn

$8,000

H 29.25 in W 67.38 in D 31.13 in

Teak desk by Børge Mogensen for P. Lauritsen & Søn

By P. Lauritsen & Son 1, Børge Mogensen

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A handsome and well-crafted teak double pedestal desk designed by Børge Mogensen for P. Lauritsen & Søn, circa 1950s. With its warm teak surfaces and clean architectural lines, t...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

Mid-Century Danish Teak Large Executive Desk

$3,196

H 28.5 in W 58.25 in D 30.13 in

Mid-Century Danish Teak Large Executive Desk

Located in Baltimore, MD

Beautiful remarkable statement in design and craftsmanship. This large mid-century teak Danish executive size desk, is precisely crafted in exceptional teak grain wood, with a fully ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Elegant Italian Small Desk in Ash

$1,675

H 30.52 in W 33.08 in D 19.69 in

Elegant Italian Small Desk in Ash

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Writing desk, ash, brass, formica, Italy, 1950s Very elegant desk made in Italy in the 1950s. The framework is executed in ash. The upper part of this piece is made from ash veneer,...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Scandinavian Modern Teak Executive Desk by Goran Strand for Lelangs Mobelfabrik

$4,995

H 29.25 in W 67 in D 32.25 in

Scandinavian Modern Teak Executive Desk by Goran Strand for Lelangs Mobelfabrik

By Lelangs Mobelfabrik, Göran Strand

Located in North Hollywood, CA

An exceptional example of Swedish modern design, this Model 15 executive desk was designed by Goran Strand for Lelangs Mobelfabrik in Sweden during the 1960s. Celebrated for its bala...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century Large Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

$5,466

H 32.88 in W 73.63 in D 35.83 in

Mid-Century Large Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Large Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Vintage mid century modern exquisite Danish teak wood desk

$4,500

H 28.75 in W 54 in D 27 in

Vintage mid century modern exquisite Danish teak wood desk

Located in Phoenix, AZ

1960s Danish teak wood desk. Excellent mid century modern floating style with sculptural legs and handles. Features three drawers on the right and a filing drawer on the left. There ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Danish Modern Teak and Oak Desk by Ib Kofod Larsen for Fredericia, 1956s.

$9,604

H 28.35 in W 62.8 in D 31.3 in

Danish Modern Teak and Oak Desk by Ib Kofod Larsen for Fredericia, 1956s.

By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Modern Teak and Oak Desk by Ib Kofod Larsen for Fredericia, 1956s. Very rare Danish Mid-Century Modern freestanding writing desk by Ib Kofod-Larsen made in Denmark in 1956 ...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak, Teak

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Find many varieties of an authentic floating top desk available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and teak, every floating top desk was constructed with great care. Find 124 options for an antique or vintage floating top desk now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect floating top desk — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A floating top desk made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one floating top desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Kai Kristiansen, Milo Baughman and Peter Løvig Nielsen produced versions that are worth a look.

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What is a roll top desk?
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A roll top desk is a piece of furniture that has a wooden cover that can be pulled down when the desk is not in use. Shop a collection of roll top furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What era are roll top desks from?
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Roll-top desks are originally from the late 18th century in the Georgian era of England. By the middle of the Victorian era, they were found in most offices and produced on a large scale. Shop a range of antique roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
Can I paint a leather desk top?
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Yes, you can paint a leather desk top. You can transform an old leather desk top and add visual appeal with easy-to-use leather paint. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with a furniture restorer or related professional for help. Find a variety of leather desk tops on 1stDibs.
What do you call the leather top on a desk?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
The leather top on a desk is usually just called a leather top. However, some people refer to it as a leather insert or leather writing surface. The thin pieces of leather that go into making leather-top desks are known as skivers. Shop a variety of desks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a roll top desk called?
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Sometimes, roll-top desks are called tambours, sliding roll desks or roll-up desks. However, roll-top is the most commonly used name. The style of desk became popular during the 19th century. You can find a range of roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
What is the point of a roll top desk?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A roll top desk kept small essentials and paperwork organized. The roll top design was ideal for business people to secure their desks at the end of the day without filing away their work. Browse a variety of roll top desks on 1stDibs.
How much is a roll top desk worth?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A roll top desk can be worth anywhere between $3,000 to $6,000, depending on the condition, materials used and time of manufacturing. Roll top desks are expensive, as they are very popular on the antique furniture market and are considered timeless collectibles. Shop a range of antique and vintage roll top desks on 1stDibs.
How do I know if my antique roll top desk?
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A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.
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