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Military Campaign style Mahogany Davenport Desk. England
Located in Den Haag, NL
Military Campaign Writing Davenport Desk . Solid Mahogany 5 Drawers .1 dummy for the folding out
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Vintage 1960s English Campaign Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Military Campaign style  Mahogany Davenport Desk. England
Military Campaign style  Mahogany Davenport Desk. England
$1,626
H 34.26 in W 20.08 in D 14.18 in
Mid-19th Century Chinese Export Camphorwood Campaign Chest
Located in Stamford, CT
fold out desk with old green felt on writing surface and several interior cubbies. One of carrying
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Anglo-Indian Desks

Materials

Wood

Sought after Mummenthaler & Meier “magic box” Vintage 1950’S teak desk in box
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Markington, GB
1950), massive fold-out desk, very practical as you can have a messy desk, you close the cupboard and
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Sought after Mummenthaler & Meier “magic box” Vintage 1950’S teak desk in box
Sought after Mummenthaler & Meier “magic box” Vintage 1950’S teak desk in box
$2,222 Sale Price
25% Off
H 44.49 in W 66.15 in D 29.53 in
Maitland Smith Leather Fold Out Secretary Desk
By Maitland Smith
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Maitland Smith Leather Fold Out Secretary Desk This secretary measures: 26 wide x 20 deep x 50.25
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Early 2000s American Modern Desks

Materials

Leather, Wood

Maitland Smith Leather Fold Out Secretary Desk
Maitland Smith Leather Fold Out Secretary Desk
$3,295
H 50.25 in W 26 in D 20 in
Antique Victorian English Bramah Leather Fold-out Correspondence Writing Desk
By Joseph Bramah
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Beautiful & Luxurious Handcrafted Victorian Bramah Hardwood Fold-out Travelling Writing Companion
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Antique English Victorian Bramah Leather Fold-out Stationary Writing Desk
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Beautiful & Luxurious Handcrafted Victorian Bramah Fold-out Travelling Writing Companion With
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Antique English Victorian Bramah Leather Fold-out Stationary Writing Desk
Antique English Victorian Bramah Leather Fold-out Stationary Writing Desk
$4,890 Sale Price
34% Off
H 6.5 in W 14.57 in D 10.63 in
ClassiCon Jean Fold Out Table by Eileen Gray
By Eileen Gray
Located in New York, NY
", wrote Eileen Gray, "that at the same time can serve as a desk. For entertaining one moves all the pieces
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

ClassiCon Jean Fold Out Table by Eileen Gray
ClassiCon Jean Fold Out Table by Eileen Gray
$4,283 / item
H 28.35 in W 51.19 in D 27.56 in
Rare 'Tecton' Secretary Cabinet by Oswald Vermaercke for V-Form, 1965
By Oswald Vermaercke, V-Form
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
this design. On the upper part it features a fold-out desk top and plenty of illuminated storage space
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Metal

19th Century Two-Piece Camphor Wood Campaign Chest with Folding Writing Desk
Located in Madrid, ES
hidden fold-out writing desk. The attractive "blonde" camphor wood is contrasted with dark ebony painted
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Antique 19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century Two-Piece Camphor Wood Campaign Chest with Folding Writing Desk
19th Century Two-Piece Camphor Wood Campaign Chest with Folding Writing Desk
$7,831 Sale Price / set
31% Off
H 41.74 in W 38.59 in D 18.51 in
Anglo Indian Sadeli Inlay Lap Desk, with Fitted Interiors
Located in Bradenton, FL
. Interior has multiple compartments and folds out into a lap desk with blue velvet lining. Brass handles to
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Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Scholar's Objects

Materials

Bone, Wood

Hollywood Swank Faux Gator Highboy Secretary Desk Combination by Michael Amini
Located in Delray Beach, FL
authentic Hollywood feel Highboy design with fold-out secretary desk for space-saving Constructed from high
Category

1990s Chinese Modern Secretaires

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Macassar Ebony Vitrine Cabinet with Bar and Secretary Desk
Located in Van Nuys, CA
top. Underneath is a fold out secretary desk with two large doors which open up to adjustable shelving
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Steel

Art Deco Macassar Ebony Vitrine Cabinet with Bar and Secretary Desk
Art Deco Macassar Ebony Vitrine Cabinet with Bar and Secretary Desk
$4,950 Sale Price
40% Off
H 63 in W 43 in D 17.5 in
Unusual 18th Century Swedish Provincial Gustavian Chest of Drawers
Located in Bozeman, MT
Unusual 18th century Swedish provincial Gustavian period bachelor Chest of Drawers with an fold out
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Mid-century Walnut Wall Unit in the style of Poul Cadovius, c. 1960
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and one 2-door cabinet which are also height adjustable. The right bay features a fold out apron desk
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Victorian Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
brass mounts and pulls. The middle upper drawer folds out into a secretary desk equipped with a writing
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Antique 19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century Victorian Campaign Chest of Drawers
19th Century Victorian Campaign Chest of Drawers
$8,800
H 39 in W 37 in D 18.25 in
Italian walnut bureau with writing surface, tuscan cabinetmaking, mid-1700s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
, intimate space. This fold-out writing desk has undoubtedly borne witness to whispered secrets, love letters
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Antique Mid-17th Century Italian Directoire Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

Antique Secretary 19th century
Located in BARCELONA, ES
art to the secretary desk. Intarsia, a technique of inlaying colored pieces of wood to form patterns
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch

Antique Secretary 19th century
Antique Secretary 19th century
$5,662
H 56.3 in W 46.46 in D 22.84 in
Italian Renaissance revival Bookcase Secretaire, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
. The lower section includes a fold-out writing desk and ample drawer storage, combining functionality
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

English secretary bookcase Arts&Crats 1910
Located in Meulebeke, BE
the writing desk, which folds out and has compartments and drawers to organise your writing supplies
Category

Vintage 1910s English Arts and Crafts Secretaires

Materials

Copper

English secretary bookcase Arts&Crats 1910
English secretary bookcase Arts&Crats 1910
$4,518
H 91.34 in W 48.04 in D 16.93 in

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19th Century French Console or Desk
Located in New Orleans, LA
Early 19th century French Parisienne Charles X console with a fold out desk, four interior drawers
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Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X Desks

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Console or Desk
19th Century French Console or Desk
H 41 in W 68.75 in D 19.75 in
Danish Teak Bureau Desk Bookshelf Retro, Midcentury
Located in Greater Manchester, GB
versatile piece. Perfect in centre stage, in a corner, under the stairs, even in the hallway, this desk
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Vintage Desk Cabinet in Teak, 1960s
By WK Möbel
Located in HEILOO, NL
Teak wooden cabinet with fold-out desk, produced in Germany in the 1960s. The cabinet has 2
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Metal

Vintage Desk Cabinet in Teak, 1960s
Vintage Desk Cabinet in Teak, 1960s
H 36.62 in W 39.38 in D 15.75 in
Borge Mogensen Upright Rosewood Desk
Located in Stamford, CT
Upright desk with fold-out work surface. Three drawers. Secret door reveals a vanity mirror. Very
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

English Bachelor's Chest
Located in New York, NY
We are proud to offer a fabulous chest in remarkable condition with beautiful fold out writing desk
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

English Bachelor's Chest
English Bachelor's Chest
H 48 in W 44 in D 21 in
A Very Elegant Petite Lady's Bureau
By Charles Chevallier
Located in Vienna, AT
upper cover can be folded out thus becoming a writing desk. Four small drawers and slim compartments for
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Secretaires

Materials

Tulipwood

A Very Elegant Petite Lady's Bureau
A Very Elegant Petite Lady's Bureau
H 47.64 in W 31.89 in D 11.23 in
Rare Mahogany Regency Classical Secretary
By J. & J.W. Meeks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
original. The slanted top folds out to make a desk; however, there has been damage to the right hinge and
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Antique 19th Century American Secretaires

French 19th Century Mahogany Fold Out Desk Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
resourceful design incorporates a fold out desk into one of its drawers. The case piece has six drawers in
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Antique 19th Century French Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Lovely Theodore Alexander Campaign Fold Out Desk Writing Table Leather
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning Theodore Alexander the Residency fold
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20th Century Unknown Modern Desks

Materials

Leather, Wood

Lovely Theodore Alexander Campaign Fold Out Desk Writing Table and Chair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning Theodore Alexander The Residency fold
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Victorian Desks

Materials

Rattan, Hardwood

Satinwood Beidermeier Desk
Located in Nantucket, MA
Beidermeier desk, with fold out desk, with nine drawers and cubby interior, and four drawer case
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Desks

Materials

Satinwood

Satinwood Beidermeier Desk
Satinwood Beidermeier Desk
H 54.5 in W 43 in D 19 in
Mummenthaler and Meier 'Desk in a Box, ' circa 1950
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in London, GB
Teak and birch veneered plywood. Includes fold-out desk top with centre drawer, multiple storage
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Birch, Plywood, Teak

Federal Mahogany Secretary Desk With Bookcase Attributed to Imperial Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Federal style bureau with tambour doors, fold-out desk, and bookcase hutch top
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Vintage 1940s American Federal Desks

Materials

Brass

Mummenthaler & Meier "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lighter wood partitions. Fold out desk with painted periwinkle drawer. Very extraordinary. Some signs of
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Danish Magic Box Teak Desk
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waxahachie, TX
, organizer drawer, fold out desk. All in a great compact design. Withstands the ages.
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Danish Magic Box Teak Desk
Mid Century Danish Magic Box Teak Desk
H 45.25 in W 32 in D 21.75 in
Antique Federal Style Mahogany Writing Desk with Fold Out
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition
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Vintage 1930s American Federal Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Japanese Black Lacquered Cypress Wood Writing Desk, Meiji Period
Located in Prahran, Victoria
wood with a lovely wood grain, it features a fold out desk and multiple small drawers of varying sizes
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Scholar's Objects

Materials

Wood

Antique South German Marquetry Fruitwood & Walnut Secretary Dresser Desk, 1850
Located in Portland, OR
desk of serpentine shape & having a fold out desk writing surface which encloses drawers and a
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Antique 1850s German Baroque Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Fruitwood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Mark J. Furst & Robert Fellner Modular Wall Unit Credenda
Located in West Hartford, CT
walnut and brass construction and features a fold out desk surface, three drawers and ample storage space
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Norwegian Rosewood Fold-Up Desk
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Rare 1960s, Norwegian rosewood fold-up desk. This amazing desk folds up into a compact box! Great
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood, Wood

Norwegian Rosewood Fold-Up Desk
Norwegian Rosewood Fold-Up Desk
H 45 in W 64.5 in D 28 in
Rare 18th Century French Cherrywood Buffet Deux Corps Writing Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
fold out writing desk or in French, a "scriban". Tall fold out desks such as this, sometimes
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Desks

Materials

Wrought Iron

Stunning Theodore Alexander Campaign Folding Desk Workstation Brown Leather Top
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
used either folded or unfolded, this is the largest version of this desk and has multiple drawers and
Category

20th Century English Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

1960s Poul Hundevad Two Tiered Teak Cabinet with Shelves Bookcase, Desk, & Light
By Hundevad & Co., Poul Hundevad
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1960s stacked bookcases with fold-out desk, six book shelves, organizing shelves, lower
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

French 19th Century Walnut Commode/Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This 19th century French commode has a resourceful design that incorporates a fold out desk into
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Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

French 19th Century Walnut Commode/Desk
French 19th Century Walnut Commode/Desk
H 35.25 in W 45.75 in D 19.75 in
Large Pastoe Wall Unit ''Japan Series '' Cees Braakman 1958 Holland
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Den Haag, NL
. 1 Cabinet with folding out Desk . and 2 with doors . Comes over complete with the rare Chrome
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wenge

Louis XV Cherrywood Bibliotheque Scriban from Burgundy, France, circa 1750
Located in Dallas, TX
Classic buffet deux corps, meaning a buffet with “two bodies”. However, it is also a fold out writing desk
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Desks

Materials

Brass, Wire

Vintage English Mahogany Campaign Butler's Chest of Drawers With Desk (RL)
Located in Centennial, CO
, also called a butler's chest. Seven drawers offer ample storage and the top drawer fold out desk
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Mid-20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century British Colonial Brass Inlaid Campaign Chest
Located in Richmond, VA
of camphorwood and contains a fold out desk with blue felt writing surface and concealed storage
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century English William and Mary-Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
secret fold-out desk, offering a discreet workspace tucked away from plain sight. Crafted with the
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Antique 19th Century English William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Fold Out Secretary Office Desk Cabinet
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage office secretary cabinet desk in rosewood, made in Germany, circa 1960s. This clever piece
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Metal

Mummenthaler and Meier Teak 'Magic Box' Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Astoria, NY
A multifunctional fold out secretary desk and cabinet, originally designed by Swiss architects
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

Exceptional Bonheur du Jour with Viennese Enamel Panels
Located in London, GB
the writing desk folds out from the sloping door at the front. The surface of the desk is lined with
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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Desks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu, Bronze

19th Century Small Antique Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Fold-Out Top
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Small antique mahogany chest of drawers with fold-out top made in Campaign style. Top can be folded
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Louis Vuitton Stokowski Secretaire Trunk, circa 1990
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
. A drawer for sheet music and music paper. A hanging file drawer. On the door, a fold-out desk. The
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1990s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Modernist Willem Penaat Secretary Cabinet for Metz & Co, Netherlands, 1930
By Willem Penaat 1, Metz & Co.
Located in The Hague, NL
options and fold out desk, this asymmetrical geometrical cabinet is a perfect example of his modernist
Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Modern Cabinets

Materials

Chrome, Nickel

English Campaign Chest With Writing Desk
Located in Bradenton, FL
Handsome 19th Century English Campaign Chest. Top section of chest folds out and becomes a writing
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Antique 19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

19 Century Italian Secretary Cabinet Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A handsome and unique Italian secretary with a fold out and supported desk, 5 drawers, two thin
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Antique 19th Century Italian Regency Secretaires

Materials

Brass

19th Century Two-Part Mahogany Campaign Chest with Secretary Desk
Located in New York, NY
banding. A brass bail is mounted at either side of each case. The upper case folds out into a secretary
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Antique 19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

English George II Neoclassical 4-Drawer Walnut Bureau Desk, circa 1730s
Located in Marbella, ES
size as usual. Desk folds out and each drawer has its own key.
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Antique 18th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Walter Wirz writing desk secretary in teak Wilhelm Renz Germany 1960
By Walter Wirz, Wilhelm Renz
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
spring mechanism opens up with opening the folding door and two rail guards that support the desk surface
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Vintage 1960s German Scandinavian Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

Art Deco Macassar Ebony Vitrine Cabinet with Bar and Secretary Desk
Located in Van Nuys, CA
top. Underneath is a fold out secretary desk with two large doors which open up to adjustable shelving
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Steel

Small Maitland Smith Writing Bureau Desk Leather Writing Surface Faux Books
By Maitland Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this lovely small children’s sized Maitland Smith writing bureau desk with
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20th Century English Arts and Crafts Children's Furniture

Materials

Wood

circa 1880 Hardwood Library Bookcase Secretaire Desk Dark Blue Leather Surface
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
desk folded out - 86 cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point ? Please view
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Secretaires

Materials

Hardwood

1950s, Poul Cadovius, Teak Wall System with Table
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful wall system with fold-out table/desk all in teak. The system is in excellent condition
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Shelves

Materials

Teak

Fine 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaire
Located in Allerum, SE
character. Ca 1790 Sweden. Additional measurements: Hight to desk 74 cm, Depth with desk folded out: 80 cm.
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires

Materials

Pine

Fine 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaire
Fine 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaire
H 40.16 in W 37.8 in D 18.12 in
Solken Leuchten Brass Table Lamp, 1970s
By Sölken Leuchten
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice brass table or desk lamp folding out and. Adjustable in all directions, 1970s, Germany
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Solken Leuchten Brass Table Lamp, 1970s
Solken Leuchten Brass Table Lamp, 1970s
H 26.38 in W 21.66 in D 14.97 in
Gustavian Two-Part Secretary, Sweden, circa 1800
Located in Culver City, CA
includes a fold out writing desk, a variety of storage compartments and brass detailing throughout. The
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Antique Early 1800s Swedish Gustavian Secretaires

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Sideboard / Secretary Attributed to Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
/ etagere / vitrine with fold-out writing table /desk top. There is an elegant contrast between white
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Andre Cordemeijer 5600 Secretary Cabinets Gispen Culemborg the Netherlands, 1962
By Gispen Culemborg, André R. Cordemeyer
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
desks by folding out the door that functions as a desktop. The shelves can be adjusted in height to your
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Rosewood Secretary by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo Melemstrands, Norway, 1960
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
folded out, the desk is 68 cm deep and 72 cm high.
Category

Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Gustavian Secretary Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
. It has a warm, light gray painted exterior with hints of green. The top folds out to a desk area with
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Antique Gustavian Secretary Cabinet
Antique Gustavian Secretary Cabinet
H 49 in W 47.75 in D 21 in
Mid-Century Cabinet with Fold-Out Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and shelves allow for great workspace organization and are completed by a fold-out desk surface. All
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Jens Risom Wall Mounted Walnut and Brass Dresser with Fold Out Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Jens Risom Wall Mounted Walnut and Brass Dresser with Fold Out Desk This dresser measures: 54 wide
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

19th Century Grey Swedish Gustavian Bureau or Writing Desk, Pinewood Secretaire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, enhanced by detailed brass decor inlay, in good condition. The light-grey Scandinavian fold out desk is
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Desks

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

French Writing Desk with Drawers and Fold-Out Top
Located in Buchanan, NY
Compact French writing desk with drawers for paper and pens and hidden drawers on the side. Opens
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Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Fruitwood

Art Deco/Moderne Figured Walnut Cabinet with Desk, Czech
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This very fine wall cabinet, complete with fold-out desk and six separate areas for storage or
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Glass, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Drexel Style Secretary Hutch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
setting. Spacious upper cabinet and fold out desk top make the most of the space saving footprint of this
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Early 20th C French Empire Style Secretaire Abattant
Located in Troy, MI
, functional lock, fold down leather-topped desk, pigeon holes, dovetail construction drawers, gilt brass lions
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Early 20th Century French Empire Secretaires

Materials

Marble, Brass

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This striking set of six dining chairs was designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf in the 1960s. Produced by Nyrup Møbelfabrik in Denmark, these chairs represent a rare variant of Kjærn...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Roll Top Action Office Desk by George Nelson
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Lafayette, IN
This is a wonderful early example of the Action Office Roll Top desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Desk features: Walnut roll top (4) action drawers Ebonized black side pane...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Aluminum, Chrome

Michael Taylor Style Organic Modern Woven Rattan Sofa
Located in Rio Vista, CA
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20th Century Organic Modern Sofas

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Walter Knoll für Knoll „Stella“ Sleeper Loveseat, 1950er Jahre
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Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
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Vintage 1960s German Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Set of 6 Lucite Pink and Chrome Plia Chairs, Piretti for Castelli, Italy 1970s
By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli
Located in Roma, IT
Original and signed set of 6 "Plia" pink lucite folding chairs. This fantastic set was designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli in 1967. These folding chairs are made of very rar...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Aluminum, Chrome

Set of 12 Lucite Pink and Chrome Plia Chairs, Piretti for Castelli, Italy 1970s
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Roma, IT
Set of 12 original and signed "Plia" pink lucite folding chairs. NOS (new old Stock) This fantastic set was designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli in 1967. PLIA, the symbol of a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

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Fold Out Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the fold out desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and metal, every fold out desk was constructed with great care. Find 8 options for an antique or vintage fold out desk now, or shop our selection of 4 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect fold out desk — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A fold out desk made by Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one fold out desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but ClassiCon, Mummenthaler and Meier and Eileen Gray produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Fold Out Desk?

The average selling price for a fold out desk at 1stDibs is $3,561, while they’re typically $1,575 on the low end and $6,237 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Fold Out Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A Murphy desk is a wall-mounted desk that folds out to provide a work surface for a laptop, tablet, documents, and other items. It is a great solution if you have a little space or don't require a full desk every day. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murphy desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The best folding table depends on which room in your home or office you want it for. It also depends on the purpose of the folding table. On 1stDibs find folding tables for the dining room, folding end tables, coffee tables, tray tables and side tables as well.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    You can choose any folding ladder according to your taste. Always look out for folding ladders that are long-lasting and have wide steps. Inspect the quality of the hinges, whether or not there are anti-skid platforms, and be sure that the height will be good for your particular project or needs. Find antique and vintage folding ladders on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The most comfortable folding chair is really a matter of preference. When shopping for folding chairs, you’ll want to think about how you’ll use them, how often you’ll be using them and if you have a preference with respect to materials. Shop antique, vintage and new folding chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Opinions vary on who designed the folding chair. Chairs designed to fold have existed since the ancient world, with examples found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Some people argue that the original designer of the modern-day folding chair was John Cram, who patented an idea for a folding chair in 1855. However, others believe that Philip E.G. Harrison should get the credit because his 1931 design more closely resembles the modern-day folding chair. Nathaniel Alexander also contributed to the development of the folding chair with his 1911 chair that included a book rest, as did Frederic Arnold, who created the first folding aluminum chair in 1947. Shop a selection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Chairs that fold up are usually called folding chairs. However, people may refer to them as collapsible chairs as well. Other names for folding chairs designed for outdoor use include deck chairs, beach chairs, lawn chairs, camping chairs and patio chairs. Shop a collection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Nathaniel Alexander invented the folding chair in 1911. During the 1950s, demand for the chairs skyrocketed with furniture makers like the Fredric Arnold Company in Brooklyn, New York, producing thousands every day. Find a variety of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Folding doors are also known as bi-fold doors and are constructed with two or more panels that a user can fold or unfold to open or close. These doors are fitted into runners on which they slide and fold when opened or closed. They look like the musical instrument concertina and are also sometimes called by this name in an informal setting.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A peninsula desk is a two-sided desk, with each side designed with one long drawer. This functional desk makes working with a partner easy. You can shop a collection of peninsula desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A tanker desk is a type of desk made of a simple rectangular working surface that rests on two pedestals. A tanker desk can also take the form of a large surface that rests on a pair of small cabinets consisting of drawers of multiple sizes. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tanker desks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A captain’s desk is sometimes referred to as Davenport desk. It is a small desk with an inclined desktop that can be lifted to access large storage space. It has smaller spaces in the form of small drawers and pigeonholes on the sides. This desk owes its name to Captain Josiah Davenport (1771–1836) who was the first to commission the design. Find a collection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A hutch is a set of cabinets or shelves placed on top of a desk. Hutches can also be found on counters, drawers, and even cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To date a desk, first look for any stamps or labels that tell you the name of the company that produced it. You can then use the maker information to research the piece using trusted online resources. In some cases, you may even find a manufacturing date on the piece. If you have difficulty determining how old a piece is, seek help from a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern desks on 1stDibs.

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