$5,500
H 30 in W 35.5 in D 23.25 in
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Architect's Desk, Circa 1830
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique early 19th century English Georgian Architect's desk, Circa 1830.
Wood
$8,400Sale Price|67% Off
H 34.5 in W 38.5 in D 25.5 in
Rare 18th Century Georgian Period Mahogany Architect Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare and elegant Georgian Architect’s desk has a ratchet top, extending drawer front, as well
Brass
English Georgian Style Mahogany Architects Desk
Located in Queens, NY
English Georgian style (19th Century) mahogany architects desk.
Mahogany
English Georgian Mahogany Architects Table Desk
Located in Queens, NY
English Georgian mahogany architects table desk with a double hinged adjustable top with a fitted
Felt, Mahogany
Georgian Architects Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Georgian architect's table in richly stained oak with an adjustable slanting top and elegant brass
Brass
19th century late Georgian mahogany and leather architects desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Late Georgian mahogany and leather architects desk circa 1810. Green leather writing surface with
Leather, Mahogany
Georgian Mahogany Architects Table
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A 18th century architects table with a single drawer which opens to reveal a several compartments
Mahogany
$22,500
H 33 in W 49.38 in D 33.25 in
Antique English Georgian Mahogany Partner's / Architect's Desk, circa 1820-1830
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Georgian mahogany partner's / architect's desk, Circa 1820-1830.
Leather, Mahogany
Georgian mahogany artist's or architect's desk
Located in Castle Douglas, GB
18th century mahogany artist's or architect's desk Unusual mahogany artist's or architect's desk
Mahogany
$4,500
H 38.75 in W 53.5 in D 34.25 in
Baker Furniture Georgian Flame Mahogany Leather Top Slant Front Architect's Desk
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Georgian style slant front architect's desk. The desk features shallow drawers and
Brass
$5,895
H 31.75 in W 41.25 in D 24 in
Architect's Desk and Writing Table of Mahogany from Late Georgian Era England
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome English architect's desk or library table (or draughting/drafting/drawing table) from
Brass, Metal
Dutch 18th Century Metamorphic Architect’s Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A versatile Dutch architect’s desk from the late 1700s. This mahogany desk has an adjustable tilt
Brass
18th c. English Architect's Desk/Library Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very fine English George III country house mahogany architect's desk/library table having richly
Mahogany
$5,213Sale Price|24% Off
H 33 in W 47 in D 24.5 in
Antique Mahogany Georgian Architect's Drafting Drawing Desk Table Chest 1780
Located in Portland, OR
A rare George II mahogany architect's desk/chest, circa 1750. The desk/ top slides forward, thus
Mahogany
Period George III Chippendale Mahogany Architect's Table or Desk
Located in Essex, MA
Period Georgian architect's table or desk --Metamorphic --Cuban mahogany --Writing surfaces and
Mahogany
Fine Quality Georgian Mahogany Metamorphic Architects Desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Stunning Georgian period mahogany architects desk, circa 1790. Quality piece of Georgian furniture
Mahogany
Georgian Mahogany Architects Desk Table Circa 1800
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
A FINE GEORGIAN MAHOGANY ARCHITECTS DESK TABLE CIRCA 1800, METAMORPHIC ELEVATION, BEAUTIFUL COLOUR
Mahogany
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H 54 in W 39.75 in D 28.25 in
Baker Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Slant Front Architect's Desk
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style slant front standing desk or architect's desk By Baker
Brass
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H 32.68 in W 40.56 in D 27.56 in
Antique Architects Desk, Adjustable, Georgian, Mahogany, Draughtsman, circa 1810
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique architect's desk with adjustable top. English, Georgian, mahogany draughtsman's
Mahogany
18th Century Georgian Mahogany Metamorphic Architect's Table
Located in Richmond, VA
Great 18th century Georgian mahogany metamorphic architect's table. Drop-leaf form top over
Mahogany
Antique Architect's Desk
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rare Antique Georgian Mahogany Architect's Desk
Mahogany
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H 48.82 in W 35.83 in D 38.78 in
Rare Georgian Irish Mahogany circa 1760 George III Architects Writing Desk Table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Georgian Irish table desk in solid mahogany with original lock and key A beautiful find with the
Mahogany
English Architect's Table from the Georgian Era
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome English architect's or library table (or draughting desk) from the Georgian Era, circa
Brass
English Architect's Drawing Table of Mahogany from the Georgian Era
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English architect's drawing table of mahogany from the Georgian Era, featuring a moulded
Brass, Metal
Georgian Mahogany Adjustable Architect's Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
A George II period mahogany drafting or architect's table, the adjustable top with a built-in
Mahogany
18th Century George III Architect's Desk / Adjustable Drawing Table
Located in Dallas, TX
an 18th century, English architect's drawing table / desk of mahogany, the hinged top adjusts to
Brass
18th C English Mahogany Architect’s Table with Brass Candle Slides
Located in Milford, NH
A fine example of an English mahogany architect's table with locking adjustable top, two brass
Brass
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H 31.89 in W 43.71 in D 24.81 in
Antique Architect's Desk, English, Adjustable, Draughtsman, Pedestal, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
pedestal desk, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800. Fascinating architect's desk, with campaign
Leather, Wood
Late 18th Century English Georgian Mahogany Architects Desk
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a Classic period English Georgian mahogany pedestal desk designed as a drafting or
Leather, Oak, Mahogany
18th Century, Mahogany Architect's Desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
18th Century mahogany architect’s table / desk, the hinged top lifts up and adjusts to various
Mahogany
Henkel Moore Chippendale Carved Mahogany Slant Front Architect's Desk
By Henkel Harris
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style slant front standing desk or architect's desk By Henkel
Brass
Georgian Architect's Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
George III Mahogany Leather Top Double-Sided Architect's Desk In The Manner Of Gillows.
Mahogany
18th Century Georgian Architects Desk or Writing Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Very fine Georgian era architects desk made of mahogany. The top of the table is adjustable to
Brass
Georgian Mahogany Architects Table
Located in Salisbury, GB
Georgian mahogany architects table with candle stands and drawers slides. The top has a single
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H 30.5 in W 36 in D 23 in
English Georgian Chippendale Mahogany Architect's Table with Candle Slides
Located in Wells, ME
This English Georgian Chippendale period architect's table in mahogany has two side candle slides
Mahogany
18th Century English Mahogany Architects Desk c.1790
Located in San Francisco, CA
piece was used as a rent table at one point. A fun and unusual desk with great quality and detail.
Brass
French Walnut Secretary Slant Front Desk Writing Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant desk, writing table, with slant drop front, with the beautiful carved decors in Classic figures all around the piece and saber legs. When opened we find the writing area...
Brass
Antique Slant-Front Drafting Desk Writing Table
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and exceptionally inlaid antique slant-front drafting desk. circa 1900 Hand-crafted in the early 20th century, likely French, one piece desk on frame form, having a sloped fr...
Ebony, Kingwood, Mahogany, Maple, Palisander, Rosewood, Burl, Felt
$3,555
H 7.09 in W 12.01 in D 9.26 in
Antique Travelling Vanity Case, English, Coromandel, Jewellery Box, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique travelling vanity case. An English, coromandel jewellery box, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Striking example with a suite of wonderful storage...
Glass, Wood
$4,060Sale Price|56% Off
H 33 in W 42 in D 18 in
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Polychrome Decorated Commode
Located in Bradenton, FL
Late 18th century Italian neoclassical polychrome decorated commode. Features three large drawers decorated in red and blue with angels and birds in center of drawer fronts and on ce...
Wood
18th Century George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Essex, MA
Beautiful Mahogany George III Chest on Chest. Carved Adam Frieze with exotic wood chamfered corners. Original backboards and dovetailed drawers. Quite lovely patina and color. Early ...
Mahogany
$20,239
H 33.5 in W 21 in D 22 in
Georgian Period Mahogany Davenport Desk with Green Leather Writing Surface
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
A fine late Georgian Davenport in the manner of Gillow Constructed in mahogany, rising from caster shod turned feet, the base of square form, having reeded columns to the angles, ...
Brass
$201,438
H 57.68 in W 85.44 in
Flemish 17th, Orpheus and Animals, Large Decorative Wall Old Master Painting
Located in Greven, DE
Flemish school, 17th century Orpheus and the animals Oil on canvas, 146,5 x 217 cm Provenance: South German private collection. On an impressive, room-filling format, this painting ...
Canvas, Oil
$5,320
H 44.75 in W 35 in D 23.25 in
Elegant Louis XV Period French Secretary Desk with Hidden Compartment
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV period Rococo secretary with hidden compartment, circa 1760. This antique French writing desk features a slant-leaf front with elegant plaque shaped carved panel, w...
Wood
18th Century Italian Neoclassic Inlaid Walnut Commode
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century Italian Neoclassic Inlaid Walnut Commode. Veneer Sienna Marble Top. This rare chest features a stunning rectangular veneered Sienna marble top over a two drawer case. Pa...
Wood
$23,983Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.53 in W 19.3 in D 1.97 in
18th Century by Matteo Bonechi Presentation of Jesus Painting Oil on Canvas
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Matteo Bonechi (Florence, Italy, 1669 - Florence, Italy, 1756) Title: Presentation of Jesus Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions: without frame 75 x 49 cm – with frame 89.5 x 65 cm Shap...
Canvas, Oil
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 55.12 in D 15.75 in
Louis XV Secretary Desk, France 18th century
Located in Belmont, MA
Exquisite 18th-Century Louis XV Secretary Desk This stunning Louis XV Secretary Desk, dating back to 1770, showcases the elegance of 18th-century French craftsmanship. It features a ...
Kingwood, Rosewood
$17,000Sale Price|52% Off
H 36.75 in W 44.25 in D 20.5 in
Unique Italian 18th Century Hand Painted Louis XV Commode Cassone Marchigiano
Located in Encinitas, CA
Unique Italian 18th century hand painted Louis XV "Cassettone" Marchigiano from the Center of Italy region of Marche Italy, circa 1740. Important, unique Italian commode with incredi...
Gold Leaf
Georgian Mahogany Slant Front Bureau / Desk
Located in Woodbury, CT
George III figured mahogany slant front bureau/desk. Fall has moulded edge and mahogany crossbanding above four graduated drawers with original locks and brass. Interior features pro...
Leather, Mahogany
Edwardian Satinwood Hand-Painted Metamorphic Game Table
By Sheraton Revival
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent Circa 1910 Edwardian Satinwood hand-painted game table displays signs of fine craftsmanship and ingenuity. From the 17th to the 19th Century, card and board games we...
Crystal, Brass
$14,100
H 22.25 in W 19 in D 3 in
Continental 18th Century Oil on Canvas Painting in Its Original Giltwood Frame
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional and extremely decorative Continental 18th century oil on canvas painting in its original giltwood frame. The wonderfully executed painting depicts a handsome young man...
Canvas, Giltwood
$13,394
H 85.04 in W 61.03 in D 18.51 in
Rare American Antique George III Quality Solid Maple Wood Dresser and Rack
Located in Suffolk, GB
Rare American antique George III quality solid maple wood dresser and rack having the original plate rack with a shaped cornice, original hand made iron hooks above a solid maple woo...
Maple
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.