English Regency Desk with Foldable Desk / Writing Table 20th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Extraordinary English regency desk with hinged sides and red leather top. 5 drawers in the front and 5 panels on the back. The leather top is provided with very thick embossing. The ...
Wood
French Foldable Dining or Writing Table, Beech and Chestnut, circa 1970
Located in Labrit, Landes
Little chestnut dining table. The two end are foldable and the little width of this table is 32.28 in. (82 cm) The table top was made circa 1970. It was laid on a beech base dating...
Beech, Chestnut
Revolving Folding Mid-Century Modern Desk Writing Table Cabinet Hide Away MINT
By Milo Baughman, George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Revolving Folding Mid-Century Modern Desk Writing Table Cabinet Hide Away MINT.
Birch
Danish Mid Century Teak Box Wooton Folding Desk Writing Table File Cabinet MINT!
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Teak Box Wooton Folding Desk Writing Table File Cabinet MINT!
Teak
$2,187Sale Price / set|30% Off
Antique English Victorian Mahogany Folding Military Campaign Writing Desks
Located in Dayton, OH
2 Civil War era British campaign writing desks. Made of mahogany featuring a folding form that opens to a writing surface complete with inkwells and letter storage. Slightly differ...
Mahogany
Long Foldable Schoolhouse Table
Located in New York, NY
This long schoolhouse table was sourced in New England. It features a gentle slant for writing and is presented with a long glass shelf that was customized for extra storage. Made fr...
Oak
Friso Kramer Revolt folding table Ahrend Netherlands 1955
By Friso Kramer, Ahrend de Cirkel
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This ultra-rare folding table by Friso Kramer, designed in 1955 for Ahrend de Cirkel in Holland, is a true collector’s piece from his renowned *Reform* table program. The Reform seri...
Metal
Baroque Wood and Iron Spanish Folding Traveling Table
Located in Leesburg, VA
Baroque Wood and Iron Spanish Folding Traveling Table Anonymous Spain; 18th century Wood, iron Approximate size: 27 (h) x 38 (w) x 19.5 (d) in. An 18th-century Spanish folding tab...
Iron
$6,177 / item
ClassiCon Lou Perou Folding Table by Eileen Gray
By Eileen Gray
Located in New York, NY
Like the majority of Eileen Gray‘s tables, this one too can transform itself. And as always she found an unexpected solution. The folding section of the tabletop is supported by a si...
Steel
$4,366 / item
ClassiCon Jean Fold Out Table by Eileen Gray
By Eileen Gray
Located in New York, NY
Jean, named after Eileen Gray‘s intimate friend of many years, the architect Jean Badovici, stood in various modeis in their summer villa E 1027. "Every room has at its disposal one ...
Steel
Jorge Zalszupin foldable desk table L’Atelier Brazil 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This rare folding desk, designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his own company L’Atelier in Brazil in 1959, is a remarkable piece of mid-century Brazilian design history. As...
Faux Leather, Hardwood
$979Sale Price|30% Off
Folding Table by Giovanni Offredi for MC Selvini Italy
By Giovanni Offredi
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Table by designer Giovanni Offredi and produced by MC Selvini, 1970s. Works excellent as a freestanding table, desk or against a wall and it can be used in its full width and is then...
Laminate
Small Folding Table, Metal and Wood, Italian Design, 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Small Folding Table realized in Italy in the early 20th Century. Good overall condition except for some minor signs of time. Dimension opened: H 76xL105.5 cmx105.5.
Metal
Chromed Trestles Table and Folding Chair by Elios Colle d'Elsa
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This leather and steel folding chair was made by the Italian manufacturer Elios Colle d’Elsa around the 1960s. The chair features chrome steel and a natural leather. Seat height is...
Steel, Chrome
Platone Folding Table by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli, Italy, 70s
By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli
Located in Lucija, SI
The Platone desk was designed to be presented as a set with the Plia chair. It is also held in the permanent collection of the MoMa in NYC. Designed by one of the most popular Itali...
Steel, Chrome
Rare Giuseppe Rivadossi Folding Desk
By Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in San Francisco, CA
This stunning one of a kind folding desk embodies a striking textured surface that is hand carved by gouge cut in walnut. It gives the piece its distinctive aesthetic that Rivadossi ...
Walnut
Jacques Adnet Folding Top Desk, France, 1950's
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Jacques Adnet leather, Brass & Oak desk. The frame is leather and brass wrapped steel, the top has two drop down oval leaves perfectly book matched to the top wrapped...
Brass
Platone Folding Desk by Giancarlo Piretti, Italy, 1969
By Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
Iconic Mid-Century Modern folding desk designed by Giancarlo Piretti in 1969. The Platone desk features a black laminate top with integrated storage recess, supported by a sleek tubu...
Chrome
Brazilian Modern Foldable Desk in Hardwood, Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922–2020) and produced by his own company L’Atelier, this foldable desk exemplifies the designer’s commitment to material intelligence, structural clari...
Metal
Foldable Patent Secretary with Ink Drawing, English 19th-Century
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
Three wooden envelope compartments above the writing surface provide storage for stationery. The lower two shelves are removable.
Bronze
Giancarlo Piretti Red "Platone" Folding Desk for Castelli, 1970s
By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli
Located in London, GB
Folding Giancarlo Piretti Red "Platone" Folding Desk for Castelli, 1970s
Chrome
Platone folding desk by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli , 1970s
By Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Delft, NL
Platone folding desk by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli , 1970s
Metal
Giancarlo Piretti, Platone Folding Desk for Anonima Castelli, 1971
By Giancarlo Piretti
Located in London, GB
One of the most influential Italian designers of the twentieth century, Giancarlo Piretti’s chair designs – for which he is most celebrated – have sold millions worldwide. Piretti’s...
Steel, Chrome
Antique School Desk with Foldable Seat in Soft Pink Patina
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching antique school desk in pink patinated pine wood, Spain, 1930s Fine example in very good order showing a terrific aged patina retaining rests of soft pink paint. Sliding ...
Wood, Pine
Anonima Castelli Platone foldable Desk in Blue by Giancarlo Piretti, 1970
By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Platone was designed by Giancarlo Piretti in 1970. The three-disc mechanism is the common thread of all Piretti bestsellers, of which Platone is the most daring. With a sturdy cantil...
Aluminum
Anonima Castelli Platone foldable Desk in Black by Giancarlo Piretti, 1970
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Platone was designed by Giancarlo Piretti in 1970. The three-disc mechanism is the common thread of all Piretti bestsellers, of which Platone is the most daring. With a sturdy cantil...
Aluminum
Anonima Castelli Platone foldable Desk in White by Giancarlo Piretti, 1970
By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Platone was designed by Giancarlo Piretti in 1970. The three-disc mechanism is the common thread of all Piretti bestsellers, of which Platone is the most daring. With a sturdy cantil...
Aluminum
Anonima Castelli Platone foldable Desk in Red by Giancarlo Piretti, 1970
By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Platone was designed by Giancarlo Piretti in 1970. The three-disc mechanism is the common thread of all Piretti bestsellers, of which Platone is the most daring. With a sturdy cantil...
Aluminum
Anonima Castelli Platone foldable Desk in Green by Giancarlo Piretti, 1970
By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Platone was designed by Giancarlo Piretti in 1970. The three-disc mechanism is the common thread of all Piretti bestsellers, of which Platone is the most daring. With a sturdy cantil...
Aluminum
Anonima Castelli Platone foldable Desk in Yellow by Giancarlo Piretti, 1970
By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Platone was designed by Giancarlo Piretti in 1970. The three-disc mechanism is the common thread of all Piretti bestsellers, of which Platone is the most daring. With a sturdy cantil...
Aluminum
Louis XV Style Folding Desk with One Drawer, 1950
Located in Miami, FL
Louis XV style folding desk with one drawer. An exceptional Louis XV style desk, made of early Italian antique oak wood. This piece screams high quality. Beautiful grain and patina....
Walnut
Midcentury Giancarlo Piretti Red "Platone" Folding Desk for Castelli, 1970s
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful and incredibly rare midcentury red "Platone" folding desk designed by Giancarlo Piretti and produced by Anonima Castelly in Italy during the 1970s. The desk is in amazing v...
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
Midcentury Giancarlo Piretti Blue "Platone" Folding Desk by Castelli, 1970s
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Roma, IT
Fabulous and incredibly rare midcentury blue "Platone" folding desk designed by Giancarlo Piretti and produced by Anonima Castelly in Italy during the 1970s. The desk is in spectacul...
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Foldable Desk in Hardwood, Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922–2020) and produced by L’Atelier in São Paulo, this foldable desk reflects the designer’s inventive approach to material and structure within Brazili...
Faux Leather, Hardwood
Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Top Chrome Legs Folding Desk Mint
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Top Chrome Legs Folding Desk Mint
Chrome
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Folding Desk for Villa Mazzotti, Italy 1946
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Milan, IT
Architect Luigi Caccia Dominioni Rare oak wood folding desk for Villa Mazzotti, Milan, Italy Luigi Caccia Dominioni used this form of desk design to conceal radiator niches in his p...
Brass
Jacques Adnet attr., Desk and Folding Chair, Black Leather, Brass, France, 1950s
Located in Stamford, CT
Jacques Adnet atrribution, Desk and Folding Chair Set, Black Leather, Brass, France, 1950s A wonderful desk attributed to Jacques Adnet and produced in France in the middle of the 2...
Brass
Brazilian Mid-Century Foldable Desk in Hardwood by Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1970s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in the NYC metro area included, this Brazilian Mid-Century Foldable Desk in Hardwood by Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1970s, is nothing less than gorgeo...
Metal
Brazilian Modern Foldable Desk in Hardwood in Patchwork, Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The foldable desk, designed by Jorge Zalszupin and crafted by his own company L’Atelier, showcases innovative use of Brazilian rosewood in patchwork style. This method, characterized...
Hardwood
Midcentury "Platone" White Folding Desk by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli, 1970s
By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli
Located in Roma, IT
Lovely white "Platone" folding desk. Designed by the visionary Giancarlo Piretti and produced by Anonima Castelli in Italy during the 1970s. The desk is signed on the bottom. In br...
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
Mid-Century Modern Wood Foldable 6M Desk and Chair, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern wood foldable 6M desk and chair, Italy, 1960s Measures: Chair : 55 x 50 x 36cm Seat height : 40cm.
Wood
American Walnut Ed Wormley for Dunbar Double Pedestal Desk w/ Folding Return
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
American walnut Ed Wormley for Dunbar double pedestal desk w/ folding return. Uniquer folding return desk feature, nice architectural design back, beautiful amber honey tone finish.
Walnut
Folding Red Laminate Plywood Desk by Pamio and Toso for Stilwood, Italy, 1970s
By Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso, Stilwood
Located in Milan, IT
Rare folding desk by Roberto Pamio and Renato Toso for Stilwood. Plywood frame covered with laminate.
Laminate, Plywood
$793Sale Price|51% Off
French Foldable Dining or Writing Table, Beech and Chestnut, circa 1970
Located in Labrit, Landes
Little chestnut dining table. The two end are foldable and the little width of this table is 32.28 in. (82 cm) The table top was made circa 1970. It was laid on a beech base dating...
Beech, Chestnut
$1,470Sale Price|25% Off
NAPOLEON III Paris 1860 Travel Foldable Writing Desk Box In Precious Woods & Aba
By Napoléon III
Located in Miami, FL
The box is decorated with a frame of mosaics designs, made up with inlaid of pieces carved from natural abalone shells. The writing-box is fitted with four small compartment, two lar...
Leather, Shell, Wood
Late 19th‑Century French Louis XV Style Walnut Side Table with Drawer and Side L
Located in Meulebeke, BE
When folded, the table measures a modest 47.5 cm in width, making it ideal for intimate spaces or layered interiors.
Walnut
THEODORE ALEXANDER SECRETAIRE DESK & GOTHIC REVIVAL WiNDSOR BROWN LEATHER CHAIR
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite, vintage Theodore Alexander folding writing table desk with hidden storage and bro...
Leather, Hardwood
French Pyrenees Carved Oak and Pine "Zuzulu" Bench with Fold-Down Table
Located in Dallas, TX
It includes a large bench trunk with interior storage and center divider, a fold-down table for dining, writing, or playing cards, and open shelving on both sides for display.
Wrought Iron
Danish Teak Bookcase by Domino Møbler
By Domino Møbler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This versatile piece features integrated lighting, a fold-out writing table with a fully working lock and key, and modular design for books, décor, or media.
Teak
18th Century Louis XV Secretaire, Hand-Carved Wood, French Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Period 18th century Secretaire, complete with fold down writing table and secret drawer. Recently waxed and polished, this piece is in excellent condition.
Wood
19th Century Folding Writing Table, "Billet Doux"
Located in New Orleans, LA
A fine, mid-19th century folding writing table, known as a "billets doux" (love letters), the writing surface covered in its original leather, the desk interior with storage shelves.
Wood
Napoleon III Writing Desk 'Scrivania' Inlaid Escritoire
Located in Liverpool, GB
Secretaries with a folding writing table from the Napoleon III era are a rarity on the market.
Metal
Folding Desk or Writing Table, circa 1900
Located in Houston, TX
Continental mahogany folding desk with curved frame opens to reveal a fitted leather writing surface. It does lock and stands when closed. One compartment is stamped BRIEFE which i...
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 30.71 in W 24.02 in D 30.32 in
Travel Foldable Writing Desk Table Leather Nickel Mahogany
Located in Hamburg, Hamburg
This foldable writing desk is made from mahogany in a driftwood finish with leather and nickel details. The folding legs are made from stainless steel. This interesting piece is not ...
Stainless Steel, Nickel
Industrial Folding Table
Located in New Jersey City, NJ
Industrial folding table.
Mahogany Folding Desk or Table
Located in Houston, TX
Antique mahogany folding desk with usable table top when opened. One side has a mirror and sectioned storage, the other a few sections. This desk is substantial enough to use as a ...
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 29.14 in D 25.2 in
Folding Table Planton by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli/Anonima Castelli, 1970s
By Giancarlo Piretti, Castelli
Located in cham, CH
This folding table was designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli in 1967.
Folding Aluminium Military Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful aluminium folding military desk that breaks-down or folds-up for portability and storage. Produced for field-use in military campaigns, it is simultaneously utilitarian a...
Aluminum
19th Century Folding Leaf Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
English mahogany writing table, with folding-leaf sides, and center drawer in apron.
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 15.5 in W 47.5 in D 15.5 in
Segreto Folding Suspended Work Table Desk by Ron Gilad for Molteni, Italy
By Molteni & C, Ron Gilad
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Even in these modern high-tech times, when data and information can be conveniently stored in tiny USB devices, we still have a physical space in our homes in which to keep and file ...
Walnut
Small Dresser Marcel Breuer 1926 with Foldable Top
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Berlin, DE
Marcel Breuer used the roll-top in the early days for famous institutions in Berlin, among others: Erwin Piscator and the Haus am Horn in the 1920s. In the early 1980s, manufacturer ...
Glass, Bentwood
"Platone" Folding Desk by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli, Italy
By Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Udenhout, Noord Brabant
Mid-Century 'Platone' folding desk by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli, Italy. Off-white ABS plastic with a heavy chromed steel base.
Chrome
Unavailable
H 31.11 in W 50.79 in D 16.74 in
"PLIAVIVA" Folding Console by Marc Berthier Et Alain Chauvel for Magis Italy
By Magis, Marc Berthier, Chauvel
Located in Brussels , BE
"PLIAVIVA" folding console by Marc Berthier et Alain Chauvel for Magis Italy 1970s.
Wood
Unavailable
H 29.65 in W 33.78 in D 16.78 in
English Writing Table 19th Century Flamed Mahogany Folding Card Console Table
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
An impressive 19th century flamed mahogany foldover table. The folding hinged top with rounded corners and enclosed a fine quality flamed mahogany boasting a well figured grain. The...
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 29.18 in W 36.07 in D 17.84 in
English Antique Georgian Writing Table Mahogany Folding George IV Card Dining
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
An impressive George IV Cuban mahogany foldover table. Recently French polished, the solid mahogany boasting a well figured flamed grain and rich patina. The folding hinged top with ...
Mahogany
19th century Campaign desk top writing table
Located in Walton-On-Thames, GB
A 19th century Victorian mahogany campaign folding desktop writing table. Very good original condition in all working order with age related wear and tear with evidence of previous ...
Mahogany
Sold
H 24.61 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in
Antique Folding Writing Table, English, Walnut, Side, Serving, Victorian, C.1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique folding writing table. An English, walnut carriage, side or serving table, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.
Walnut
Sold
H 27.37 in W 32.29 in D 25.2 in
Iconic 'Platone' Foldable Writing Table - Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli
By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Step into the future with the space age design desk Platone, a masterpiece of 70s avant-garde furniture conceived by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli. Designed in the 1970s, th...
Aluminum, Steel
Campaign Desk 1930s Folding Writing Table
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous Victorian Davenport desk we date to circa 1880 Hand crafted in mahogany it features a pop up mechanism Top opens out to reveal writing surface and numerous cubby holes Offe...
Other
Italian Rococo Style Venetian Painted Folding Writing Desk
Located in Firenze, IT
A graceful and functional high quality folding writing table from the late 19th century decorated in 1700 style, this slant top writing desk would make the perfect addition to any of...
Bronze
Antique Carved Mahogany Folding Desk Writing Table
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning antique heavily carved mahogany desk/writing table from the late 19th century. Note the detail and carvings throughout. All hand carved and features a sliding writing servic...
Mahogany
18th Century Spanish Wooden Folding Table/ Writing Desk
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful Spanish table with an iron support. This table has a simple and straightforward design, and the support beneath it scrolls from one side to other beneath. As you can see on...
Wood
English Writing Desk Table Plat 1930s Fold Down
Located in West Hartford, CT
Magnificent 1930s writing desk with burl accents and in great condition. It features drawer both inside and out for ample storage. Great lines and better scale. Guaranteed to set any...
Wood
Sold
H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in
Antique Georgian Foldable Writing Side Table Desk Set with Chair
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This writing table was designed and made in England around 1800.
Oak
Sold
H 47 in W 36 in D 24 in
Vintage Anco Bilt Folding Solid Wood Industrial Drafting Table Writing Desk
By Anco Bilt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Anco Bilt Folding Solid Wood Industrial Drafting Table Writing Desk.
Wood
Sold
H 29 in W 36 in D 22 in
Revolving Folding Mid-Century Modern Desk Writing Table Cabinet Hide Away
By George Nelson, Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Famous revolving folding Mid-Century Modern desk in blond birch.
Satinwood
Antique Wooden Writing Desk with Fold-Down Front
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
At first glance, it looks like a small console table with one drawer. When opened, the front folds down to create a writing surface.
Wood
English Coaching Table, Mid-19th Century
Located in Pasadena, CA
***Coaching tables were often used as campaign tables, folding writing tables or serving tables.
Mahogany
Sold
H 30.75 in W 46 in D 19.75 in
Italian 1940's Walnut Folding Writing Desk or Console Table, Italy, circa 1940
Located in New York, NY
An Italian 1940's folding or flip-top walnut writing desk or console with two faux drawers, the top opens up to a larger surface with a warm beautifully faded pink laminate; highly p...
Laminate, Walnut
Sold
H 24.81 in W 18.51 in D 16.54 in
Child Beech Writing Table Slant Top Desk and Foldable Chair, France, Mid 20th C
Located in Labrit, Landes
French slant top desk writing table and its chair, circa 1950. Foldable beech pupitre for child and its ceramic inkwell Good vintage condition with nice patina. dimension of the cha...
Ceramic, Beech
Exquisite Campaign Style Mahogany and Leather Folding Writing Desk
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely compact writing desk when closed is 29 W, 17 D and 31 H. Measures: 26.75 to bottom of the opening. Magically opens up to reveal beautiful and functional slots for mail and su...
Leather, Mahogany
Rustic Folding Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted from richly patinated wood with sturdy metal-reinforced corners, this rustic folding table exudes timeless charm and functionality. Its collapsible legs make it effortlessly ...
Metal
Rustic Folding Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted from richly patinated wood with sturdy metal-reinforced corners, this rustic folding table exudes timeless charm and functionality. Its collapsible legs make it effortlessly ...
Metal
Antique Federal Style Mahogany Writing Desk with Fold Out
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition
Brass
Sold
H 26 in W 32 in D 17.75 in
2 Antique Victorian Quartersawn Oak Folding Mission Campaign Writing Desks
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of antique Civil War Era folding Campaign desks. Made of quartersawn oak featuring Gothic quatrefoil and beaded carved accents with drawer and pull out writing surface. Neatly...
Oak
Folding Table by Castelli
By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A chrome steel frame with blue laminate surface folding table serves as a desk, side table, end table, or laptop stand. Collapses flat. Surface is 25" x 29".
Chrome, Steel
Sold
H 40.95 in W 50.79 in D 18.12 in
1970s Wooden and Wicker Writing Desk with Folding Top and Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Wooden and Wicker Writing Desk with Folding Top and Drawers
Wicker, Wood
Small Folding Table by Portois & Fix Wien
By Portois & Fix
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Small folding table by Portois & Fix Wien. Professionally stained and repolished.
Brass
Vintage Rustic Industrial Folding Console Work Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage console table boasts a rustic wooden surface with a beautiful aged patina, exuding timeless charm. Its sturdy design makes it perfect for use as a display table or a com...
Wood
Vintage Rustic Industrial Folding Console Work Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage console table boasts a rustic wooden surface with a beautiful aged patina, exuding timeless charm. Its sturdy design makes it perfect for use as a display table or a com...
Wood
Vintage Rustic Industrial Folding Console Work Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage console table boasts a rustic wooden surface with a beautiful aged patina, exuding timeless charm. Its sturdy design makes it perfect for use as a display table or a com...
Wood
19th Century English Mahogany Privacy Desk Writing Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Unique style of writing table that folds discreetly and function as a common desk.
Brass
19th Century Chinese Hardwood Folding Traveling Desk Table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Chinese travelling carved hardwood writing desk, circa 1880. Pierced carvings of dragons and flowers. Sides and back fold under the writing top for travelling. Rarer than other ex...
Hardwood
Italian Industrial Iron and Wood Folding Table, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian industrial iron and wood folding table, 1950s. Industrial folding desk, equipped with a three-foot leg in lacquered iron and directionable top in wood, with the possibility t...
Iron
An Italian Baroque Walnut Folding Guard Room Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
the rectangular top above hinged brackets on slightly splayed legs joined by twisting iron rods, the rods unhooking to allow the table to fold for transport or storage
Wrought Iron
Midcentury Folding Flat Trestle Table from 1970s Italy
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
The Folding Flat Trestle Table from 1970s Italy is a striking example of functional design meeting minimalist elegance. The table’s top is crafted from plywood, offering a lightweigh...
Wood, Pine
Midcentury Folding Flat Trestle Table from 1970s Italy
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
The Folding Flat Trestle Table from 1970s Italy is a striking example of functional design meeting minimalist elegance. The table’s top is crafted from plywood, offering a lightweigh...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Teak Folding Table, Smart Desk, 1960s
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Mid-Century Modern folding dining table, desk in teak. From 20 cm to 148 cm.
Teak
Sold
H 42 in W 43 in D 18 in
1970s Handcrafted Modernist Mahogany Folding Desk/Foyer Table Watts & Powell
By T. Powell
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning 1970s handcrafted modernist mahogany folding desk/foyer table designed and made by Simom Watts & David Powell, wonderful timeless design, all dovetailed joinery, can be used...
Cherry, Mahogany
Sold
H 25.75 in W 40.25 in D 18 in
Kevi Gate-Fold Rolling Typewriter Table by Jorgen Rasmussen for Knoll
By Jørgen Rasmussen, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare, Mid-Century Modern, rolling typewriter table by Jorgen Rasmussen for Knoll features a gate-fold, teak top with a lip for paper, metal base with rubber coated footrest. When fol...
Metal
Beni Mobler 2 in 1 Danish Teak Folding Desk/Dining Table
By Beni Møbler 1
Located in Toledo, OH
This is a great Danish table for areas with space constraints. The desk with two dovetailed drawers is only 69" long by 24" deep. Legs fold out to support double that depth turning i...
Sold
H 29 in W 45.25 in D 25.25 in
Spanish Late Baroque Walnut and Wrought Iron Folding Table, 17th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having a rectangular top resting on trestle form legs joined to the middle underside of the top and the the trestle stretchers. Removing the bolt at the stretcher allows the legs to...
Walnut
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H 27.17 in W 32.29 in L 27.17 in
Platone Folding Desk with Matching Plia Folding Chair by Giancarlo Piretti
By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli
Located in London, GB
The "Platone" desk and 'Plia' chair was designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli in Italy c1970. Brown, moulded perspex on chrome, steel base. platone. PATENT Anonima Castlli ...
Metal, Aluminum
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H 28 in W 47.5 in D 28.25 in
North Italian Late Baroque Walnut & Wrought Iron Folding Table, Late 17th Cen.
Located in Atlanta, GA
The rectangular top supported by trestle-form legs joined by wrought iron stretchers attached to the underside of the table, the bolts fastening them to the legs are removable allowi...
Wrought Iron
Folding Top Desk by Lovig
Located in San Francisco, CA
Danish teak desk manufactured by Lovig, completely restored. Work area when desk top is folded down is 37 3/4"in.Deep by 64"in.Wide
Teak
Castelli "Plia" Folding Desk and Chair
By Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Atlanta, GA
"Plia" Folding Desk and Chair, designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli, circa 1960's. Both the desk and the chair (29.25"H x 18.5"L x 19.5"D x 17.5" seat height) fold up completel...
Chrome
Antiqued Wood Fold-Over Rustic Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
A rustic antiqued wood fold-over Campaign desk, the hinged top opening to reveal four fitted drawers, on twin baluster turned end supports and sleigh feet joined by a pegged stretche...
Wood
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$2,500
H 38 in W 35.5 in D 18.5 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Roll Top Desk, Dresser or Cabinet in Teak
By Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine looking roll top Scandinavian desk made in the 1970s. It features beautiful teak wood and plenty of storage space. In the style of: Finn Juhl or Arne Vodder.
Teak
$6,450 / set
H 32.88 in W 78.75 in D 63.19 in
Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Set with Table, Bench, Set of Chairs
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining room set consisting of a dining table, bench, and pair of chairs, solid beech, Scandinavia, 1980s This expansive dining room set is a rare find, distinguished by its exceptio...
Beech
Pair of Italian Brutalist Armchairs
Located in London, London
Pair of armchairs Unusual shaped frame Boucle upholstery Normally carried in stock in Italy but can be made to order if not. Several different fabric options are available. Seat ...
Bouclé, Ash
$13,406 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
$16,553 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
$14,000Sale Price|60% Off
H 79.5 in W 84 in D 108.5 in
Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Lafayette, IN
This remarkable piece is a one-off desk/wardrobe/bar/bookcase/storage cabinet custom-designed by George Nelson in 1949 to match his Basic Cabinet Series (BCS) for Herman Miller. The ...
Aluminum
$4,250
H 40.25 in W 39.5 in D 20.5 in
Danish Modern Mummenthaler & Meier Style Teak Secretary Desk Cabinet
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid Century Danish Modern Mummenthaler & Meier Style Teak Secretary Desk Cabinet . Measures 39.5" in width, 20.5" in depth and 40.25" in height. Knee clearance is 28.5 and pull out...
Teak
$2,995
H 48 in W 36 in D 18.25 in
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak Drop Front Desk Secretary in a Box, 1960-2000
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome MCM (a.k.a. Mid-Century Modern) vintage Scandinavian Modern drop front desk or secretary in a box. It is in wonderful vintage condition. There has been a small repair on the...
Teak
$3,325Sale Price|39% Off
H 30 in W 39.5 in D 28 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk, Style of Gio Ponti, c 1950s, Refinished
By Gio Ponti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully refinished Mid-Century Modern desk produced in Italy circa 1950s. Featuring black steel and wood frame with large brass elements and alternating black and white drawer fr...
Brass
$2,995
H 28.25 in W 57.5 in D 26.63 in
Baker Furniture English Regency Banded Mahogany Writing Desk or Console Table
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional English Regency or Georgian style drop leaf writing desk, console table, or sofa table By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1940s Mahogany, with English yew wood banding, ...
Brass
$6,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 44.5 in W 80.75 in D 18.5 in
George Nelson For Herman Miller Desk And Credenza
By George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern desk and credenza designed by George Nelson and made by Herman Miller. The walnut credenza with multiple drawers and compartments for storage. The desk with wa...
Laminate, Walnut
$6,800
H 44 in W 32 in D 20 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Box Wooton Desk Table File Cabinet Organizer Mint
By Hans J. Wegner, Peter Hvidt
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern teak box wooton desk table file cabinet organizer mint!
Teak
$22,000
H 29.75 in W 55.75 in D 26.75 in
English Regency Mahogany and Ebonized Wood Lyre-End Sofa / Writing Table
Located in Stamford, CT
A striking English Regency mahogany sofa / writing table with lyre ends and ebonized detailing. Stretcher and desk top newly covered with leather, circa 1820. Measures: 29.75" H x...
Leather
1950s English Mahogany Writing Desk with Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
English 1950s mahogany writing table with drawers and legs with bronze lions claws. Dimensions open table: 74 x 165 x 66cm.
Mahogany
Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.
Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.
Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.
Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.
The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.
From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.
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Use them as tables or stools, indoors or out.