What is a writing desk?

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.

What is a small writing desk called?

A small writing table is also called a davenport table or davenport desk. They normally feature a sloped or inclined top attached with hinges to the back of the table. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage davenport desks.

What is a writing desk with drawers called?

A writing desk with drawers is also called a secretary. It is a desk with drawers, one of which can be pushed out and the front of the desk lowered to create a flat writing surface. These writing desks have been made in a variety of styles over the years. Shop for a variety of writing tables with drawers on 1stDibs.

What is an old-fashioned writing desk called?

What an old-fashioned writing desk is called varies by design. Pieces with drop-down fronts are secretary desks (these are typically made of two parts: a chest of drawers on the bottom and a hutch or cupboard with shelves on the top), while ones that rest on two pillars, cabinets or bookcases are pedestal desks. A desk with a small writing surface positioned in front of drawers and cubbies is a bureau à gradin. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of desks.

What's the difference between a desk and a writing table?

Desks typically include drawers or storage compartments, while writing tables (and secretary desks) offer a flatter surface with little to no built-in storage.

What is an antique Davenport desk?

An antique Davenport desk is a small writing desk, usually with four drawers on one side. The desk would have elaborately decorated supports and a recessed space for adequate legroom. Shop a collection of Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What are antique desks called?

What antique desks are called depends on their design. A desk with chair cutouts on both sides is a partner desk, while one with a pull-down writing surface is a secretary. On a Davenport desk, the desktop lifts to reveal a storage area. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary desks on 1stDibs.

What was the term in French furniture for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface?

In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.

What's the difference between an antique desk and a vintage desk?

Antique desks are generally 100 years or older, while vintage desks are at least 20 years old and often reflect a specific design era.

What's the difference between a mid-century modern desk and a writing table?

Desks typically include drawers or storage, while writing tables are a flatter, more minimal work surface; check the listing description for storage details.

How much is my antique secretary desk worth?

An antique secretary desk will range in value depending on its authenticity and condition. The price can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. On 1stDibs find the antique secretary desk you’re looking for today.

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.

What's the difference between a general antique desk and a mid-century modern desk?

Any desk at least 20 years old falls under this broader category, while a mid-century modern desk specifically features the tapered legs and clean lines of 1940s-1960s design.

Antique Writing Desk

Antique Mission Oak

19th Century Mahogany Writing Table

Stickley Arts And Crafts Furniture

Boulle Writing Desk

$9,750

Boulle Writing Desk

Located in New York, NY

Well-proportioned French black lacquer and Boulle writing desk with metal gallery raised back. Writing surface covered in leather, and drawers with original hardware.

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19th Century French Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Smaller secession writing desk

$1,815

Smaller secession writing desk

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Smaller secession writing desk in very nice original condition.

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1910s Hungarian Jugendstil Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Writing Desk

$6,975

19th Century English Writing Desk

Located in Nashville, TN

This is unmatched style with this William IV English writing desk! It is a high quality mahogany writing desk featuring dark leather top, two working drawers, and timeless hardware p...

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19th Century Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Swedish Painted Writing Desk

$3,696

Swedish Painted Writing Desk

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Pretty early 19th century Swedish painted pine writing desk. 1820. Kneehole: 20.5-inches x 26-inches Code: 8907 Dimensions: W: 41.5" (105.4 cm) H: 30.5" (77.5 cm) D: 22" (55.9 cm)

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19th Century Swedish Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Pine

19thC English Pine Writing Desk

$6,776

19thC English Pine Writing Desk

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1890 19thC English pine writing desk Measures: W119 x D73 x H68cm.

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19th Century Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Writing Desk

$3,450

19th Century Swedish Writing Desk

Located in Atlanta, GA

This elegant 19th-century Swedish writing desk exemplifies the timeless charm of Gustavian design, combining functionality with understated beauty.

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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Pine

English Decorative Chinoiserie Bureau Writing Desk

$6,037

English Decorative Chinoiserie Bureau Writing Desk

Located in Staffordshire, GB

Circa 1900 English decorative chinoiserie bureau writing desk - Bonheur Du Jour. Great colour and patina with chinoiserie decoration.

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Early 1900s English Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Hardwood

Louis XVI Style Ladies' Writing Desk

$1,599

Louis XVI Style Ladies' Writing Desk

Located in NAVILLY, FR

Louis XVI Style Ladies' Writing Desk in Mahogany. Leather top protected by glass.

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Late 18th Century French Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Leather, Glass, Mahogany

Biedermeier Writing Desk, Germany, circa 1820

$2,723

Biedermeier Writing Desk, Germany, circa 1820

Located in Greding, DE

Biedermeier writing desk veneered in cherry, raised on tall, slightly splayed legs.

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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Leather, Cherry

English 19thC Mahogany Chinoiserie Bureau Writing Desk

$7,393

English 19thC Mahogany Chinoiserie Bureau Writing Desk

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1880 English 19thC Chinoiserie Bureau writing Desk sku 2226 W63 x D41.5 x H99 cm Weight 23Kg

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19th Century Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Charming French Oak Antique Writing Desk

$3,800

Charming French Oak Antique Writing Desk

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Rich in character and charm, an antique weathered French Oak writing desk having stepped back with multiple little drawers and top surface, as well as a roomy writing surface.

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1860s French French Provincial Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Oak

A fine Regency mahogany and rosewood writing desk

$9,500

A fine Regency mahogany and rosewood writing desk

Located in Dallas, TX

A fine Regency mahogany and rosewood writing desk .

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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany, Rosewood

Edwardian Satinwood Kidney Shaped Writing Desk

$3,384

Edwardian Satinwood Kidney Shaped Writing Desk

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Edwardian Satinwood Kidney Shaped Writing Desk – Circa 1900 An elegant Edwardian satinwood kidney shaped writing desk, circa 1900, beautifully decorated with delicate hand-painted fl...

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Early 20th Century English Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Satinwood

Gorgeous 18th Century Tin Marquetry Writing Desk/ Cabinet

$18,153

Gorgeous 18th Century Tin Marquetry Writing Desk/ Cabinet

Located in Brussels, BE

18th century tin marquetry writing desk.

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Early 18th Century German Louis XIV Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Tin

Writing Desk Jorge III - 18th Century

$15,317Sale Price / set|50% Off

Writing Desk Jorge III - 18th Century

Located in Porto, PT

Writing desk by Jorge III - 18th century. English; 18th century, made of lacquered wood in shades of red.

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18th Century British Chinoiserie Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

King Jose style Writing Desk - 18th Century

$2,382Sale Price|50% Off

King Jose style Writing Desk - 18th Century

Located in Porto, PT

Writing desk, King Jose style - 18th century. Portuguese, 18th century; made of chestnut wood; with two drawers and three large drawers.

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18th Century Portuguese Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

Edwardian Flame Mahogany Kidney-Shaped Writing Desk

$807

Edwardian Flame Mahogany Kidney-Shaped Writing Desk

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Edwardian Flame Mahogany Kidney-Shaped Writing Desk Item Code: LC1386 A highly attractive Edwardian flame mahogany kidney-shaped writing desk of elegant proportions, featuring a shap...

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Early 20th Century English Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Fine quality antique Victorian carved oak writing desk

$2,516

Fine quality antique Victorian carved oak writing desk

Located in Ipswich, GB

Fine quality antique Victorian carved oak writing desk, having a quality antique Victorian writing desk with a raised back with fantastic carved detail finished with a figural motif ...

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19th Century Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Oak

19th c Russian mahogany and brass writing desk

$6,800

19th c Russian mahogany and brass writing desk

Located in Dallas, TX

19th c Russian leather topped writing desk with hand hammered brass details

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19th Century Russian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Faux Bamboo Writing Desk

$2,450

Antique Faux Bamboo Writing Desk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A fine Aesthetic Movement example of a charming writing desk fashioned with elaborate galleries and simulated bamboo accents, including root feet.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Aesthetic Movement Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Wood

French. Art Deco Macassar Elegant Writing Desk

$20,000

French. Art Deco Macassar Elegant Writing Desk

Located in North Bergen, NJ

French Art Deco writing desk with beautiful Macassar wood. The desk has a shaped top held by four tapered and channeled legs. having three drawer with a center keyed draw.

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1920s Art Deco Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Macassar, Mahogany

French Louis XV Style Ladies Writing Desk

$5,750

French Louis XV Style Ladies Writing Desk

Located in Pembroke, MA

An elegant French Louis XV style petit writing desk with gilt-bronze mounts, including escutcheon, knees sabots and chutes.

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Bronze

English Hard Wood Portable Writing Desk, circa 1850

$1,800

English Hard Wood Portable Writing Desk, circa 1850

Located in Guadalajra, Jal

English country portable writing desk with lifting writing surface, it has its original bronze ironworks, late 18th century.

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Late 18th Century Mexican Rustic Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Hardwood

19th-century English writing desk, black

$11,164

19th-century English writing desk, black

Located in MILL, NL

English writing desk / bureau / work desk, black Originally from England, late 19th century.

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Late 19th Century English Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Navy chest of drawers/writing desk - 19th century

$2,552Sale Price|50% Off

Navy chest of drawers/writing desk - 19th century

Located in Porto, PT

Navy chest of drawers/writing desk - 19th century. English, 19th century; made of camphor wood; with five drawers.

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19th Century British Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian quality rosewood inlaid writing desk

$2,747

Antique Victorian quality rosewood inlaid writing desk

Located in Ipswich, GB

Antique Victorian quality rosewood inlaid writing desk, having the original brass gallery, bevel edge mirror flanked by four quality inlaid drawers, a red leather writing surface abo...

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Early 19th Century Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century French Kingwood Writing Desk Bureau Plat

$12,500

19th Century French Kingwood Writing Desk Bureau Plat

Located in Essex, MA

19th century French kingwood Bureau plat writing desk. Beautiful Louis XV Form. Lacquered Bronze Mounts are original.

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Walnut Writing Desk with Drawers, 1870s

$2,400

19th Century Walnut Writing Desk with Drawers, 1870s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A classic wooden writing desk with multiple drawers, both on the tabletop riser and beneath.

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1870s Italian Modern Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Walnut

English Hepplewhite Mahogany Tambour Writing Desk. Circa 1780

$26,000

English Hepplewhite Mahogany Tambour Writing Desk. Circa 1780

Located in Charleston, SC

English five drawer Hepplewhite tambour writing desk with fitted interior, satinwood string inlay, original brasses, and terminating on satinwood cuffed tapered legs. 18th Century

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18th Century and Earlier British Hepplewhite Antique Writing Desk

Antique English Queen Anne Walnut Writing Desk, Circa 1895

$7,300

Antique English Queen Anne Walnut Writing Desk, Circa 1895

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Queen Anne walnut writing desk, circa 1895.

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Late 19th Century English Queen Anne Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Walnut

Late 19thC French Mahogany and Satinwood Writing Desk

$4,409

Late 19thC French Mahogany and Satinwood Writing Desk

Located in Altrincham, GB

Late 19thC French Mahogany and Satinwood writing Desk with Lidded Leather drawer and Gold Plated Candle Holders, Inkwell and Decorations - 21"w x 16"d x 29.5"h

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

19th-century French writing desk

$3,866

19th-century French writing desk

Located in Cheshire, GB

This exquisite 19th-century French writing desk, or bureau de dame, showcases the elegance and craftsmanship of the Louis XV style.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Walnut

English Mahogany Leather Top Writing Desk, Circa 1780

$12,500

English Mahogany Leather Top Writing Desk, Circa 1780

Located in Charleston, SC

English mahogany two-drawer leather top writing desk with carved molded edge, original brasses and terminating on chamfered tapered legs, Late 18th century.

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1790s English George III Antique Writing Desk

Louis XV Leather Top Cocobola Wood Writing Desk

$8,300

Louis XV Leather Top Cocobola Wood Writing Desk

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Rare and remarkable Louis XV style ladies writing desk handcrafted in exotic cocobola wood with a leather top on a one drawer case over elegant cabriole legs with ormolu front feet.

Category

18th Century French Louis XV Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Cocobolo

Mahogany Writing Desk with Satinwood Inlay

$2,767

Mahogany Writing Desk with Satinwood Inlay

Located in Cheshire, GB

A fine quality Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring elegant satinwood inlay and a rich patina.

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

18th Century, Gentleman's Writing Desk and Games Table

$13,600

18th Century, Gentleman's Writing Desk and Games Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wonderful, circa 1780, hand carved, petite writing desk inset with game chess and backgammon game boards.

Category

1780s French Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Early 19th Century Gustavian Writing Desk

$2,950

Early 19th Century Gustavian Writing Desk

Located in Atlanta, GA

A charming early 19th century Gustavian writing desk featuring elegant provincial craftsmanship and beautifully aged painted surfaces.

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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

French Charles X Writing Desk

$44,500

French Charles X Writing Desk

Located in New Orleans, LA

The epitome of French elegance and style, this French Charles X-style writing desk takes the classic design of English Davenport desks to new heights.

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19th Century French Charles X Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Bronze

Scandinavian Veneered Biedermeier Writing Desk with Lyres

$1,985

Scandinavian Veneered Biedermeier Writing Desk with Lyres

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A small mahogany and walnut veneered table or writing desk with brass holders in the lyres formed sides.

Category

Early 1800s Scandinavian Empire Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

Mid-19th Century Gustavian Writing Desk

$3,500

Mid-19th Century Gustavian Writing Desk

Located in Atlanta, GA

An elegant mid-19th century Gustavian writing desk featuring refined Scandinavian lines and a beautifully weathered painted finish.

Category

19th Century Swedish Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

Swedish Painted Pine Console or Writing Desk, 19th C.

$2,800

Swedish Painted Pine Console or Writing Desk, 19th C.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Charming Swedish painted pine console or writing desk featuring a molded rectangular top above two frieze drawers.

Category

19th Century Swedish Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Pine, Paint

17th Spanish Refectory Table, Writing Desk, One Large Drawer

$17,800

17th Spanish Refectory Table, Writing Desk, One Large Drawer

Located in Miami, FL

17th Spanish refectory table. Writing desk. One large drawer The top its circa 1680, the legs circa 1800.

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17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Writing Desk

19th Century French Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Writing Desk

$20,350

19th Century French Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Writing Desk

Located in London, GB

19th century French Louis XV style ormolu mounted writing desk French, Late 19th Century Height 100cm, width 121cm, depth 66cm Crafted in the late 19th century, this writing desk i...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Ormolu

Writing Desk

$5,223

Writing Desk

Located in London, England

French two drawer bureau plat with brass moulds and parquetry inlaid top. Circa 1900. H 75cm (AH 63cm) x W 111cm x D 66cm Please be in touch for an accurate shipping quote.

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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

Vintage Louis XVI Double Pedestal Writing Desk

$5,450

Vintage Louis XVI Double Pedestal Writing Desk

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vintage Louis XVI double pedestal writing desk is a magnificent example of classical French cabinetry, its imposing form featuring a substantial lower writing desk crowned by an...

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Late 18th Century French French Provincial Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique French Neoclassic Two Drawer Inlaid Writing Desk

$6,850

Antique French Neoclassic Two Drawer Inlaid Writing Desk

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Handsome 19th century French Restoration period writing desk handcrafted in exotic woods including mahogany and walnut having a top with four elmwood panels on a case with two drawer...

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Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

Walnut Writing Desk in the Manner of Gillows

$6,512Sale Price|38% Off

Walnut Writing Desk in the Manner of Gillows

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut writing desk almost certainly by Gillows, the large rectangular rounded top with inset tooled leather.

Category

19th Century British Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Walnut

20th Century Wood French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1920

$3,420

20th Century Wood French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1920

Located in Miami, FL

20th century Louis XV style French walnut writing desk with three drawers and cabriolet legs.

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Rustic Wood Writing Desk

$2,550

Vintage Rustic Wood Writing Desk

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vintage rustic writing desk is crafted from pine and embodies the charm and simplicity of early 20th-century rural craftsmanship.

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Early 20th Century American Rustic Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Pine, Wood

19th Century Unique Restored Austrian Biedermeier Maple Writing Desk, 1830s

$2,723

19th Century Unique Restored Austrian Biedermeier Maple Writing Desk, 1830s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Biedermeier writing desk Completely restored. Shellac polish.

Category

Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood, Maple, Lacquer

Exceptional 18th Century Indonesian Amboyna & Ebony Portable Writing Desk

$3,347

Exceptional 18th Century Indonesian Amboyna & Ebony Portable Writing Desk

Located in Apeldoorn, NL

The later bespoke stand has been expertly constructed and complements the writing desk beautifully.

Category

18th Century Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Amboyna

Writing Desk, Small Louis XVI-style Desk in Wood and Gilded Bronze.

$3,176

Writing Desk, Small Louis XVI-style Desk in Wood and Gilded Bronze.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Writing desk, small Louis XVI-style desk in marquetry and gilded bronze.

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Bronze

Swedish Gustavian Writing Desk, Late 18th Century, Late 1700s

$18,810

Swedish Gustavian Writing Desk, Late 18th Century, Late 1700s

Located in New York, NY

A Swedish late Gustavian writing desk, late 18th century in excellent antique condition.

Category

Late 18th Century Scandinavian Gustavian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

18th Century Swedish Painted Center Table ~ Writing Desk

$2,980

18th Century Swedish Painted Center Table ~ Writing Desk

Located in Dallas, TX

18th Century Swedish Painted Center Table ~ Writing Desk This selection embodies the quiet refinement and understated elegance of Scandinavian neoclassical design.

Category

Late 18th Century Swedish Louis XVI Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Oak, Paint

Writing Desk, Small Desk in Marquetry and Gilded Bronze, Napoleon III Period.

$4,992

Writing Desk, Small Desk in Marquetry and Gilded Bronze, Napoleon III Period.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Writing desk, small desk in marquetry and gilded bronze, Napoleon III period.

Category

19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Bronze

Small Ladies' Writing Desk From the Early 20th Century in Brown

$1,316Sale Price|20% Off

Small Ladies' Writing Desk From the Early 20th Century in Brown

Located in Opole, PL

Small Ladies' Writing Desk From the Early 20th Century in Brown A small, simple ladies' writing desk, featuring a long, fabric-lined drawer in the top section and two smaller but de...

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Early 20th Century British Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Fabric, Wood

English Zebra Wood Military Campaign Writing Desk, Circa 1820

$6,800

English Zebra Wood Military Campaign Writing Desk, Circa 1820

Located in Charleston, SC

English zebra wood military campaign writing desk with brass bound molded edges, original recessed side handles, fitted leather interior with tooling and retains the original crystal...

Category

1820s American Campaign Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Antique French Napoleon Brass Ormolu Mounted 3 Drawer Writing Desk

$6,296

Antique French Napoleon Brass Ormolu Mounted 3 Drawer Writing Desk

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique French Napoleon Brass Ormolu Mounted 3 Drawer Writing Desk Antique French Napoleon III writing desk, made of mahogany wood, covered with remarkable marquetry veneers and fin...

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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Ormolu

French 19th Century Mahogany Travel Writing Desk

$7,461

French 19th Century Mahogany Travel Writing Desk

Located in London, GB

French 19th century mahogany travel writing desk French, 19th century Measures: Height 94cm, width 53cm, depth 18cm This fine and delicate desk exhibits a striking level of craf...

Category

19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Ormolu

Mid 19th century davenport writing desk

$3,052

Mid 19th century davenport writing desk

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Mid 19th century davenport writing desk circa 1840. Good quality early Victorian davenport of elegant proportions.

Category

Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Palisander

Recent Sales

Oak Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 29.53 in W 49.22 in D 27.56 in

Oak Writing Desk

Located in Milan, IT

Oak writing desk with two drawers, two doors and three internal drawers.

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Oak

English writing desk

Unavailable

H 41.5 in W 24 in D 17 in

English writing desk

Located in Southampton, NY

Small English writing desk of burled walnut and leather top. Locking drawer with key.

Category

19th Century English Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Walnut, Leather

Anglo Indian Writing desk

Unavailable

H 53 in W 47 in D 29 in

Anglo Indian Writing desk

Located in London, GB

A 19th century Anglo Indian rosewood writing desk

Category

19th Century Indian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Rosewood

19th c. Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 38 in W 38 in D 29 in

19th c. Writing Desk

Located in Atlanta, GA

19th Century one drawer writing desk with bobbin- turned block legs and stretcher.

Category

19th Century French Antique Writing Desk

Faux Bamboo Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 29 in W 32 in D 23 in

Faux Bamboo Writing Desk

Located in Houston, TX

Good beechwood and pitch pine faux bamboo writing desk with a central drawer. Nice detailing and turnings.

Category

19th Century French Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

Biedermeier Style Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 30.5 in W 42.75 in D 22.5 in

Biedermeier Style Writing Desk

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Sleek Biedermeier style writing desk in French Polish finish. There is some damage to the finish on top but it is not visible from all angles.

Category

Early 1900s Unknown Biedermeier Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Fruitwood

French Tulipwood Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 29.53 in W 41.74 in D 20.87 in

French Tulipwood Writing Desk

Located in Cheltenham, GB

"Hutton-Clarke Antiques is delighted to present a stunning French Tulipwood Writing Desk, dating back to approximately 1860. This exquisite desk stands as a testament to the timeless...

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Mid-19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Tulipwood

American Washstand/Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 30.5 in W 40.75 in D 19.25 in

American Washstand/Writing Desk

Located in Kensington, MD

Originally used as a washstand but would make a great writing desk. Single Board Top. cut away back splash with 2 drawers wooden knobs.

Category

19th Century American Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Maple

Red Mahogany Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 31 in W 96.25 in D 30 in

Red Mahogany Writing Desk

Located in Aurora, OR

This beautiful solid mahogany writing desk is subtle in its design but has a bold presence in its colorway.

Category

Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Italian Walnut Library Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 30.71 in W 49.22 in D 38.98 in

Italian Walnut Library Writing Desk

Located in Cheltenham, GB

With a generous work surface, this writing desk offers ample space for creativity and productivity.

Category

19th Century Italian Rococo Revival Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Walnut

Adams Style Small Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 34.5 in W 17.5 in D 8.5 in

Adams Style Small Writing Desk

Located in Washington, DC

Satinwood Inlaid Small Size Writing Desk with attached tower of five small drawers and three larger drawers in the body of the desk.

Category

19th Century English Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Satinwood

19th Century Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 30.71 in W 60.24 in D 21.26 in

19th Century Writing Desk

Located in Newark, GB

A well made, early 19th century mahogany writing desk, of an unusually shallow depth. This attractive one piece desk still has its original tooled, dark green, fitted writing leather...

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Slanted Top Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 32 in W 48 in D 20.5 in

19th Century Slanted Top Writing Desk

Located in Greenwich, CT

Double width slant top Mahogany writing desk. Each Writing side can lift individually or simultaneously.

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19th Century American Antique Writing Desk

Beautiful Empire Style Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 29.53 in W 59.06 in D 31.5 in

Beautiful Empire Style Writing Desk

Located in Chulmleigh, Devon

This is a freestanding writing desk that’s to say it is finished both sides.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Kingwood

Italian Walnut Library Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 30.71 in W 49.22 in D 38.98 in

Italian Walnut Library Writing Desk

Located in Winchcombe, Gloucesteshire

A superb decorative Italian writing desk, made in solid walnut with a black leather top.

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Walnut

1920s Writing Desk with Lion Paws, Germany

Unavailable

H 30.32 in W 68.51 in D 33.86 in

1920s Writing Desk with Lion Paws, Germany

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Below its writing surface, the writing desk has a drawer that can be locked.

Category

1920s German Renaissance Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Walnut

Napoleon III Lady's Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 48.5 in W 30 in D 17.5 in

Napoleon III Lady's Writing Desk

Located in Woodbury, CT

Well proportioned boudoir writing desk with flip out, brown leather writing surface.

Category

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Art Deco Writing Desk, England, 1920-1930

Unavailable

H 29.53 in W 67.33 in D 38.19 in

Art Deco Writing Desk, England, 1920-1930

Located in Fulda, DE

Exceptional English Art Deco writing desk with geometrical marquetry in mahogany on oak, original leather top with beautiful patina, three drawers, fully restored, repolished and in ...

Category

1920s English Art Deco Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Japanese Style English Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 35.5 in W 33 in D 16 in

19th Century Japanese Style English Writing Desk

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

A 19th century Japanese style English writing desk made from walnut. The slant front opening to a writing and storage area with three drawers.

Category

19th Century Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Writing Desk with Lift Top, Victorian

Unavailable

H 40.75 in W 20.88 in D 18.75 in

Walnut Writing Desk with Lift Top, Victorian

By Manchip & Sons

Located in Cookeville, TN

A detailed Victorian lift top writing desk by Manchip and Sons of Bridgewater. Has detailed inlay and gold accents on the leather top.

Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Mahogany Pedestal Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 30 in W 50 in D 27.5 in

Antique Mahogany Pedestal Writing Desk

Located in Wakefield, GB

Offered for sale is this antique mahogany writing desk. Dating from 1850. Made in three parts, top and two pedestals so easy to transport.

Category

Mid-19th Century Great Britain (UK) Victorian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

English Regency Mahogany Ladies Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 30 in W 37 in D 21 in

English Regency Mahogany Ladies Writing Desk

Located in Sheffield, MA

Regency mahogany knee hole ladies writing desk with very faded greenish gold gilt-tooled leather top with molded edge.

Category

19th Century English Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

Austrian Biedermeier Writing Desk with One Drawer

Unavailable

H 31.11 in W 49.61 in D 28.35 in

Austrian Biedermeier Writing Desk with One Drawer

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Base of this Austrian Biedermeier center writing desk is mahogany veneered. The scalloped top is all veneered in mahogany wood but along the edge runs a veneered frame in fraxinus an...

Category

1830s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Writing Desk by American of Martinsville

Unavailable

H 29.5 in W 50 in D 26 in

Vintage Writing Desk by American of Martinsville

By American of Martinsville

Located in Dallas, TX

A unique sculpted front design writing desk in walnut. Features five drawers with original brass handles.

Category

1650s American Mid-Century Modern Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

New England Writing Desk, 19th Century

Unavailable

H 39.25 in W 39.25 in D 19.5 in

New England Writing Desk, 19th Century

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Fine writing desk with notable detail, including cut scrolls on the backsplash and both sides, inlaid knobs on the lower drawer, five dovetailed drawers on two tiers, nicely turned l...

Category

19th Century American Country Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

17th Century Spanish Baroque Walnut Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 31 in W 43.5 in D 30 in

17th Century Spanish Baroque Walnut Writing Desk

Located in San Francisco, CA

A stunning late 17th century Spanish Baroque period walnut writing desk with a single board walnut top over two inlaid drawers and splayed legs connected by a wrought iron stretcher....

Category

18th Century and Earlier Spanish Baroque Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Iron

19th Century Italian Walnut Writing Desk with Drawers, 1890s

Unavailable

H 30.32 in W 38.98 in D 27.96 in

19th Century Italian Walnut Writing Desk with Drawers, 1890s

Located in Florence, IT

19th century Italian walnut writing desk with drawers, 1890s.

Category

1890s Italian Victorian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Regency Style Mahogany and Leather Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 37.5 in W 31 in D 20 in

Antique Regency Style Mahogany and Leather Writing Desk

Located in Pasadena, CA

Writing desk in flamed mahogany with leather top inlay and inlaid banding.

Category

19th Century Unknown Other Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

French Writing desk with original paint and hoof feet

Unavailable

French Writing desk with original paint and hoof feet

Located in New Orleans, LA

Charming writing desk with drawer. Original paint worn in some areas.

Category

19th Century French Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

Carved Hardwood Asian Writing Desk, Early 20th Century

Unavailable

H 55.5 in W 53 in D 26 in

Carved Hardwood Asian Writing Desk, Early 20th Century

Located in LAS VEGAS, NV

Remarkable, early 20th century, heavily carved Asian two part writing desk. Features carved birds, flowers and other Fine detailing throughout the upper compartment, lower drawers, f...

Category

Early 20th Century Asian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

Late 19th Century French Bureau, Ladies Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 36.23 in W 27.17 in D 16.15 in

Late 19th Century French Bureau, Ladies Writing Desk

Located in Hove, GB

A lovely Bureau de Dame (ladies writing desk) It has beautiful cabriole legs, gilt metal ormolu inlays and a good floral marquetry with boxwood inlay frame.

Category

Late 19th Century Louis XV Antique Writing Desk

English Writing Desk

Unavailable

English Writing Desk

Located in Nashville, TN

Exquisite English Writing Desk with lovely brass detail on the exterior.

Category

19th Century English Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

Unusual Walnut Plantation Writing Desk, Curiosity Cabinet

Unavailable

H 58.5 in W 43 in D 29 in

Unusual Walnut Plantation Writing Desk, Curiosity Cabinet

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Walnut Plantation Writing Desk Incredible form and proportion. Beautiful worn linen velvet desktop and two pull-out writing trays.

Category

Early 20th Century British Victorian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Walnut

1920s Chinoiserie Writing Desk by Rockford Furniture

Unavailable

H 46.25 in W 13.25 in D 27.25 in

1920s Chinoiserie Writing Desk by Rockford Furniture

Located in Alhambra, CA

Carved wood and hand painted writing desk, c. 1920 by the historic Rockford Furniture company of Illinois.

Category

1920s North American Chinoiserie Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

18th Century Italian Louis XVI Walnut Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 32 in W 71 in D 29 in

18th Century Italian Louis XVI Walnut Writing Desk

Located in San Francisco, CA

An 18th century Italian Louis XVI walnut writing desk, finished on all sides, featuring a later leather writing surface and two functioning drawers on one side and two faux drawers o...

Category

18th Century Italian Antique Writing Desk

A George III Chippendale Period Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 29.5 in W 53 in D 24 in

A George III Chippendale Period Writing Desk

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in Dublin, GB

A Superbly made George III Chippendale Period Mahogany Writing Desk The rectangular leather inset top with a cross-banded moulded edge, and a lift up central panel, above three freez...

Category

1760s English George III Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

19th Century English Ebonized Writing Desk with Leather Top, 1890s

Unavailable

H 29.93 in W 57.09 in D 31.5 in

19th Century English Ebonized Writing Desk with Leather Top, 1890s

Located in Florence, IT

19th century English ebonized writing desk with leather top from 1890s.

Category

1890s English Victorian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

Hon Stephen Tenant`s Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 29.5 in W 54 in D 27 in

Hon Stephen Tenant`s Writing Desk

Located in Dorking, GB

This superb and unusual pedestal writing desk was formerly owned and used by Stephen Tenant.

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Early 20th Century Viennese Secession oak writing desk

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 54.73 in D 28.75 in

Early 20th Century Viennese Secession oak writing desk

Located in Prague 8, CZ

This luxurious-looking Art Nouveau writing desk was made in about 1910 in the former Austria-Hungary.

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Metal

Antique Swedish Rococo Style Writing Desk Early 20th Century

Unavailable

H 29 in W 51 in D 28 in

Antique Swedish Rococo Style Writing Desk Early 20th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Antique Swedish Rococo Style writing desk in Black distressed paint finish, cabriole legs, five drawers with lovely carved brass hardware, simple half round top edge.

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

Ernesto Petralli and Fratello Writing Desk-Bookcase, XIXth

Unavailable

H 57.88 in W 69.3 in D 22.45 in

Ernesto Petralli and Fratello Writing Desk-Bookcase, XIXth

By Ernesto Petralli & Fratello

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Ernesto Petrallia and Fratello (1839 - fl.1853-1897) Writing desk-bookcase Stamped FRAT PETRALLI FIRENZE Carved walnut and oak Late 19th century Measures: H. 147 – L. 176 – D. ...

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1890s Italian Napoleon III Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Writing Desk in Italian Walnut at Tre Cassetti 1820 Restored

Unavailable

H 31.11 in W 23.63 in D 46.86 in

Writing Desk in Italian Walnut at Tre Cassetti 1820 Restored

Located in Bari, IT

Italian writing desk in walnut from circa 1820. The desk has three drawers each with its own original key.

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Walnut

French Antique Writing Desk / Writing Table in Mahogany

Unavailable

H 29.92 in W 51.57 in D 27.95 in

French Antique Writing Desk / Writing Table in Mahogany

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn5624 Fine quality late XIXth century French mahogany writing desk of generous proportions, having original tooled green leather to the top which has a brass edge flanked by two sli...

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Grunderzeit Writing Desk with detachable top unit, Germany, 1890s

Unavailable

H 53.94 in W 55.52 in D 30.32 in

Grunderzeit Writing Desk with detachable top unit, Germany, 1890s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Below its writing surface, the writing desk has three drawers that can be locked.

Category

1890s German Baroque Revival Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Oak

French Writing Desk Walnut Gilt Leather Table Louis VI

Unavailable

H 29.61 in W 34.1 in D 19.73 in

French Writing Desk Walnut Gilt Leather Table Louis VI

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

Walnut marquetry adorned writing desk in the Louis VI manner. The carved top with gilt tooled leather skiver and chamfered edges above shaped crossbanded aprons and fitted drawer ...

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Black Lacquered Wooden Writing Desk with Leather Top

Unavailable

H 29.93 in W 57.49 in D 29.53 in

19th Century French Black Lacquered Wooden Writing Desk with Leather Top

Located in Florence, IT

French wooden writing desk with extendable side parts, leather top and draws with central closing mechanism. 1890s.

Category

1890s French Victorian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

Victorian Mahogany and Marquetry Writing Desk by Edward Roberts

Unavailable

H 45.67 in W 43.31 in D 22.84 in

Victorian Mahogany and Marquetry Writing Desk by Edward Roberts

Located in Edinburgh, GB

Late Victorian ormolu-mounted mahogany and marquetry ladies writing desk, circa 1880. The rectangular top with serpentine sides at the front, below lyre inlaid miniature cabinets sur...

Category

19th Century Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Fruitwood Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 33.5 in W 66.75 in D 25 in

Fruitwood Writing Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

At some point later in that century it was turned into a writing desk with two flap lids on each side for storage.

Category

19th Century German Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Fruitwood

Late 19th Century Office Furniture Set - 1 Writing Desk, 1 Table, 3 Armchairs

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 59.06 in D 31.5 in

Late 19th Century Office Furniture Set - 1 Writing Desk, 1 Table, 3 Armchairs

Located in Lučenec, SK

This is a very stylish and unique office furniture set custom made for an Austrian attorney. It consists of a writing desk (dxwxh: 80x150x80cm), one bigger armchair accompanying the ...

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1870s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Oak Writing Desk with Roll Cabinet, circa 1930s

Unavailable

H 27.56 in W 35.44 in D 18.9 in

Oak Writing Desk with Roll Cabinet, circa 1930s

Located in Zohor, SK

Stylish and practical writing desk after partial restoration. The table shows some wear on the top board.

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Oak

English Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 30.3 in W 48 in D 25 in

English Writing Desk

Located in Southampton, NY

Walnut wood with glass top, excellent condition.

Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Writing Desk

Sicilian Writing Desk in Ebony Embellished with Tortoiseshell Inserts and Silver

Unavailable

H 48.82 in W 21.26 in D 42.52 in

Sicilian Writing Desk in Ebony Embellished with Tortoiseshell Inserts and Silver

Located in Barletta, IT

Writing desk in ebony embellished with tortoiseshell inserts and silver finishes.

Category

Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Silver

Victorian mahogany writing desk

Unavailable

H 28 in W 42 in D 24 in

Victorian mahogany writing desk

Located in San Francisco, CA

Victorian mahogany writing desk in the manner of Gillows of Lancaster, the locked-stamped chubbs patent S27128, Queen Victoria Street, London, the handles stamped F.B.C. 5446.

Category

19th Century British Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

19th Century Napoleon III French Palisander, Rosewood and Walnut Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 52.37 in D 29.14 in

19th Century Napoleon III French Palisander, Rosewood and Walnut Writing Desk

Located in Firenze, Tuscany

An elegant French writing desk from Napoleon III era. Stunning quality piece in palisander, rosewood and walnut wood.

Category

Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Palisander, Rosewood, Walnut

Biedermeier Blondewood Inlaid Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 44.49 in W 44.89 in D 24.81 in

Biedermeier Blondewood Inlaid Writing Desk

Located in Salisbury, GB

A Biedermeier blondewood inlaid writing desk with X-frame trestle end supports, circa 1840.

Category

Mid-19th Century Antique Writing Desk

18th Century Writing Desk with Leather Top and Golden Fused Bronzes

Unavailable

H 30.32 in W 55.91 in D 31.89 in

18th Century Writing Desk with Leather Top and Golden Fused Bronzes

Located in Arezzo, IT

An important writing desk made of walnut wood and blond rosewood root with leather top and embossed gold embossed decoration.

Category

1750s French Louis XV Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Bronze

Walnut Writing Desk in the Queen Ann Style

Unavailable

H 29.75 in W 49 in D 29 in

Walnut Writing Desk in the Queen Ann Style

Located in Suffolk, GB

An early 20th century inverted breakfront walnut writing desk in the Queen Ann style. The top has a slightly worn brown leather segmented top divided with burr walnut crossbanding...

Category

Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Antique Victorian circa 1860 Mahogany Writing Desk Library Centre Table

Unavailable

H 28.75 in W 37.01 in D 17.33 in

Antique Victorian circa 1860 Mahogany Writing Desk Library Centre Table

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique Victorian circa 1860 mahogany writing desk, library or centre table. Great stretcher base.

Category

Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian Aesthetic circa 1900 Mahogany Writing Desk or Dressing Table

Unavailable

H 30.32 in W 39.38 in D 22.05 in

Antique Victorian Aesthetic circa 1900 Mahogany Writing Desk or Dressing Table

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique Victorian circa 1900 mahogany writing desk or dressing table. No woodworm.

Category

Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Writing Desk in Empire Style Enriched with Gold Bronze Parts

Unavailable

H 29.53 in W 54.73 in D 27.17 in

19th Century Writing Desk in Empire Style Enriched with Gold Bronze Parts

Located in Arezzo, IT

Writing desk Empire style, in mahogany feather with leather top finished with gold embellished decorations.

Category

Early 1800s French Empire Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Bronze

Louis XVI Style French Writing Desk

$3,900

H 29.75 in W 48 in D 26 in

Louis XVI Style French Writing Desk

Located in Pomona, CA

A fine French writing desk of ormolu mounted walnut and mahogany, in the Louis XVI style, featuring an inlaid pattern of mahogany, with brass trim around the edge, with five drawers ...

Category

1950s French Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique English writing table

$2,376

H 28.75 in W 53.94 in D 31.5 in

Antique English writing table

Located in BEEKBERGEN, NL

Beautiful walnut writing table with two drawers on each side, making it suitable for two people. Tan-colored, gold-edged leather top. The table is in very good condition. Origin: E...

Category

1840s Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Writing Table / Desk

$2,442

H 29.93 in W 48.04 in D 22.84 in L 29.93 in

Antique Victorian Writing Table / Desk

Located in London, GB

A superb antique Victorian writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1850-1870 period. This is of outstanding quality and is a very useful size, with ...

Category

1850s British High Victorian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Leather, Wood

Italian Brass Desk with Leather Top

$18,000

H 29 in W 50.75 in D 27.25 in

Italian Brass Desk with Leather Top

Located in East Hampton, NY

Chic brass bureau plat style desk with red leather insert..... it has been stripped of it's lacquer and polished.... light wear to leather top as shown in photos..... made in Italy.

Category

1970s Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique 19th Century German Jugendstil/ Art Nouveau Writing Desk in Pine

$3,250

H 61.5 in W 43.25 in D 26.5 in

Antique 19th Century German Jugendstil/ Art Nouveau Writing Desk in Pine

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A lovely and well-crafted Jugendstil desk in pine with upper cabinet resting over a writing table offering open shelving & closed storage. Top has a carved bonnet with stylized flowe...

Category

1890s German Jugendstil Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Pine

1960s Vintage Painted Italian-Style Desk

$2,320Sale Price|20% Off

H 30.5 in W 48 in D 24 in

1960s Vintage Painted Italian-Style Desk

Located in Augusta, GA

Vintage painted desk Made in the 1960s Stylish and functional This vintage writing desk is painted a beautiful shade of chartreuse green and accented with gold details.

Category

1960s Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Giltwood

Queen Anne style writing desk

$1,021

H 31.5 in W 50.4 in D 22.45 in

Queen Anne style writing desk

Located in Porto, PT

Queen Anne style writing desk. 20th century English; mahogany root veneer with two drawers. Dimensions: 80x128x57 cm.

Category

20th Century British Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

Swedish Side Table, circa 1840

$2,650

H 29.25 in W 40.25 in D 25 in

Swedish Side Table, circa 1840

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Swedish side table, circa 1840, in heavily worn blue paint, with the pale, quiet elegance that keeps 19th century Swedish furniture in constant demand. The simple, well-proportione...

Category

1840s Swedish Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

Scottish Painted Console Table

$3,323

H 30 in W 67 in D 18 in

Scottish Painted Console Table

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Early 19th century Scottish two drawer painted console table with a scrubbed pine top. 1860. Code: 9066 Dimensions: W: 67" (170.2 cm) H: 30" (76.2 cm) D: 18" (45.7 cm)

Category

19th Century Scottish Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Pine

Small Louis XVI Style Desk

$4,950

H 30.25 in W 43.25 in D 23.5 in

Small Louis XVI Style Desk

Located in Atlanta, GA

This refined Louis XVI–style desk is crafted in blond mahogany and exemplifies the elegance and symmetry associated with the style. The desk opens in the belt with two drawers, each ...

Category

20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Leather, Wood

English Painted Desk

$3,317

H 30.52 in W 48.43 in D 20.08 in

English Painted Desk

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

19th C English painted and carved pine kidney shaped desk with inset leather. Kneehole- 40cm W x 60cm H

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Pine

Swedish Painted Side Table

$3,696

H 29 in W 34 in D 24.5 in

Swedish Painted Side Table

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

19th C Swedish one drawer side table with carved decoration. 1860. Clearance is 60 cms. Internal reference: JG6 Reference: 8056 Dimensions 34 inches (86 cms) Wide 24.5 inches (62...

Category

19th Century Swedish Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Pine

Ladies' Writing Desk From the Early 20th Century in the Style of Louis XV

$1,806Sale Price|20% Off

H 36.62 in W 28.75 in D 18.12 in

Ladies' Writing Desk From the Early 20th Century in the Style of Louis XV

Located in Opole, PL

Ladies' Writing Desk From the Early 20th Century in the Style of Louis XV A ladies' writing desk inspired by the Louis XV style, dating back to before 1939. The furniture stands on ...

Category

Early 20th Century European Louis XIV Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Wood, Rosewood

Smaller secession writing table

$2,723

H 44.49 in W 31.5 in D 18.9 in

Smaller secession writing table

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Smaller secession writing table with brass fittings in original vintage condition with signs of use.

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

English Painted Lamp Table

$1,153

H 28 in W 33.5 in D 20.5 in

English Painted Lamp Table

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

19th C English painted oak lamp table. 1840. Reference: 7900 Dimensions 33.5 inches (85 cms) Wide 20.5 inches (52 cms) Deep 28 inches (71 cms) High

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Oak

Swedish Jugendstil Desk, Solid Mahogany, Unknown Maker, Circa 1900

$4,500

H 29.75 in W 53.5 in D 28.75 in

Swedish Jugendstil Desk, Solid Mahogany, Unknown Maker, Circa 1900

Located in New York, NY

Suitably sized for reception area or a home office, this solid mahogany and fir desk has the gravitas necessary to impress. No nonsense Jugend design calls attention to the clean lin...

Category

Early 1900s Swedish Jugendstil Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

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Charcoal Blocks, Sculptural, Geometric, Shou Sugi Ban Coffee or Side Tables

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The Charcoal Blocks are a grouping of five upright and angled tables. Each of the individual pieces sits with a tilted stance and together they can be organized into a row, grouped l...

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Wood, Fir, Reclaimed Wood

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H 40.36 in W 20.48 in D 21.66 in

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Located in The Hague, NL

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$936

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Located in Antwerp, BE

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Antique Writing Desk

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Copper

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$3,176

H 14.97 in W 34.26 in D 20.08 in

1960s Chrome Serving Trolley Coffee Table Smoked Glass Top & Faux Laminated Wood

By Gallotti & Radice

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Mid-Century Modern Italy chrome serving trolley or coffee table, with smoked glass top with under faux laminated wood.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Writing Desk

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Steel

Pair of Tulips Murano Glass and Brass Sconces

$3,403 / set

H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 9.45 in

Pair of Tulips Murano Glass and Brass Sconces

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Pair of wall lamps, entirely handmade in Murano, Italy, that bring the energy of Nature and Feng Shui into your interior. This pair of modern organic wall lamps is composed of a hand...

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Early 2000s Italian Modern Antique Writing Desk

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Brass

Otto Schulz for Boet Rare Cabinet with Brass Nails

$95,000

H 57.29 in W 51.78 in D 17.92 in

Otto Schulz for Boet Rare Cabinet with Brass Nails

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Otto Schulz for Boet, cabinet, chestnut, oak, faux leather, brass, Sweden, 1930s Otto Schulz (1882–1970), founder of the Gothenburg-based interior design company Boet, occupies a s...

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

Swedish Grace, Geometric Cabinet in Oak, Thysells Möbler, Art Deco, 1940s

$4,800

H 49.61 in W 31.11 in D 17.72 in

Swedish Grace, Geometric Cabinet in Oak, Thysells Möbler, Art Deco, 1940s

Located in Odense, DK

This elegant Swedish Grace vintage cabinet is a refined example of mid century furniture design, showcasing high-quality craftsmanship and timeless appeal. The piece is executed in o...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Antique Writing Desk

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Oak, Burl

Japanese Antique Tansu Drawer Chest Edo Meiji Small Drawers Wabi Sabi Cabinet

$1,750

H 28.35 in W 27.56 in D 13.39 in

Japanese Antique Tansu Drawer Chest Edo Meiji Small Drawers Wabi Sabi Cabinet

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a Japanese antique drawer chest, believed to date from the late Edo period to the early Meiji period, circa 1800s to 1900s. Constructed from solid wood, this piece has a sim...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Writing Desk

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Iron

Antique Oak Six Tier Stacking Oak Barrister Bookcase

$3,200

H 87.5 in W 34 in D 9.75 in

Antique Oak Six Tier Stacking Oak Barrister Bookcase

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A well made and functional storage option in this six stacking oak barrister bookcase with Copper pulls and an interesting Arts and Crafts decorative pattern on the Copper strapping...

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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Writing Desk

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Copper

Bar Table Lamp, Contemporary Lamp, Verdigris, Brass, Alabaster by Kalin Asenov

$1,600 / item

H 16.5 in W 8 in D 8 in

Bar Table Lamp, Contemporary Lamp, Verdigris, Brass, Alabaster by Kalin Asenov

By Kalin Asenov

Located in Savannah, GA

BAR is a table lamp by Kalin Asenov. Alabaster base, verdigris patina, and column, supporting a brass dome. Every piece is made to order which allows us to create variations in d...

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2010s American Modern Antique Writing Desk

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Marble, Brass

Simplicissimus Chandelier, 8 Arms Talco Blue Murano Glass by Multiforme

$4,050 / item

H 33.47 in Dm 37.41 in

Simplicissimus Chandelier, 8 Arms Talco Blue Murano Glass by Multiforme

By Multiforme

Located in Venezia, Veneto

Simplicissimus 360 chandelier, 8 lights, Talco Blue artistic glass by Multiforme This collection in Murano glass is characterized by superb simplicity. It is the result of a research...

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2010s Italian Other Antique Writing Desk

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Antique Venetian Style Italian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode

$3,950

H 36.5 in W 45 in D 21.5 in

Antique Venetian Style Italian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Antique Venetian Style Italian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode

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1910s Italian Louis XV Antique Writing Desk

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Wood

Marie Suri "Constellation" Fire Screen

$12,325

H 32 in W 38 in D 10 in

Marie Suri "Constellation" Fire Screen

By Marie Suri

Located in New York, NY

Marie Suri The "Constellation" fire screen Fire screen with scattered 2.5” and 4” steel medallions with bronze decoration. Mesh backing makes these an excellent choice for wood-bur...

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2010s American Modern Antique Writing Desk

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Bronze

Rare Art Deco 925 Sterling Silver Import Malachite Enamel Cigarette Case 111g

$2,116

H 0.6 in W 3.75 in D 2.96 in

Rare Art Deco 925 Sterling Silver Import Malachite Enamel Cigarette Case 111g

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A striking Art Deco cigarette case dating from the early 20th century, crafted in 925 sterling silver and decorated with vivid green malachite-effect enamel. The gently curved recta...

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1920s French Art Deco Antique Writing Desk

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Malachite, Metal, Sterling Silver, Enamel

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Antique Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique writing desk you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and metal, every antique writing desk was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an antique writing desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique writing desk made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Louis XVI — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique writing desk over the years, but those crafted by Gillows of Lancaster & London, François Linke and Maple & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Writing Desk?

Prices for an antique writing desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $50 and can go as high as $1,740,240, while the average can fetch as much as $4,501.

Finding the Right Desks-writing-tables for You

Vintage desks and writing tables span centuries of design. The writing table came first, a simple surface built for correspondence, while the drawered desk followed as record-keeping at home and in the office grew more demanding.

Styles to Know

Any desk at least 20 years old falls under this broader vintage category. If you want a tapered-leg, mid-century look specifically, browse mid-century modern desks; Louis XVI and Art Deco secretary desks bridge the writing-table and desk forms. A vintage table lamp adds task lighting to either.

How to Choose the Right Vintage Piece

Writing tables often carry little to no storage of their own, so a separate file cabinet or desk organizer may be worth planning for, alongside a close look at the surface dimensions against the space available. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and every purchase is covered by the 1stDibs Promise.

Questions About Antique Writing Desk

What is a writing desk?
1 Answer
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.
What is a small writing desk called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A small writing table is also called a davenport table or davenport desk. They normally feature a sloped or inclined top attached with hinges to the back of the table. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage davenport desks.
What is a writing desk with drawers called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
A writing desk with drawers is also called a secretary. It is a desk with drawers, one of which can be pushed out and the front of the desk lowered to create a flat writing surface. These writing desks have been made in a variety of styles over the years. Shop for a variety of writing tables with drawers on 1stDibs.
What is an old-fashioned writing desk called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
What an old-fashioned writing desk is called varies by design. Pieces with drop-down fronts are secretary desks (these are typically made of two parts: a chest of drawers on the bottom and a hutch or cupboard with shelves on the top), while ones that rest on two pillars, cabinets or bookcases are pedestal desks. A desk with a small writing surface positioned in front of drawers and cubbies is a bureau à gradin. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of desks.
What's the difference between a desk and a writing table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Desks typically include drawers or storage compartments, while writing tables (and secretary desks) offer a flatter surface with little to no built-in storage.
What is an antique Davenport desk?
2 Answers
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An antique Davenport desk is a small writing desk, usually with four drawers on one side. The desk would have elaborately decorated supports and a recessed space for adequate legroom. Shop a collection of Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Davenport desk is a type of small desk with a distinct inclined desktop. The desktop covers a large storage compartment meant for keeping paper and other writing materials. Popular in the 19th century, Davenport desks are still sought after today. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers.
What are antique desks called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
What antique desks are called depends on their design. A desk with chair cutouts on both sides is a partner desk, while one with a pull-down writing surface is a secretary. On a Davenport desk, the desktop lifts to reveal a storage area. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary desks on 1stDibs.
What was the term in French furniture for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.
What's the difference between an antique desk and a vintage desk?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Antique desks are generally 100 years or older, while vintage desks are at least 20 years old and often reflect a specific design era.
What's the difference between a mid-century modern desk and a writing table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Desks typically include drawers or storage, while writing tables are a flatter, more minimal work surface; check the listing description for storage details.
How much is my antique secretary desk worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
An antique secretary desk will range in value depending on its authenticity and condition. The price can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. On 1stDibs find the antique secretary desk you’re looking for today.
How do I know if my antique roll top desk?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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.
What's the difference between a general antique desk and a mid-century modern desk?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Any desk at least 20 years old falls under this broader category, while a mid-century modern desk specifically features the tapered legs and clean lines of 1940s-1960s design.

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