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Mid 19thC Coramandel Inkwell Stand/Desk Tidy
Mid 19thC Coramandel Inkwell Stand/Desk Tidy

Mid 19thC Coramandel Inkwell Stand/Desk Tidy

$1,301 / set

H 2.5 in W 14.5 in D 8.5 in

Mid 19thC Coramandel Inkwell Stand/Desk Tidy

Located in Altrincham, GB

Mid 19thC Coramandel Inkwell Stand/Desk Tidy with Mother of Pearl Inlays, Original Ink Bottle all on Bun Feet - 14.5"w x 8.5"d x 2.5"h

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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Zebra Wood

Antique Insurance Agent's Desk Tidy, English, Office Letter Organiser, Victorian
Antique Insurance Agent's Desk Tidy, English, Office Letter Organiser, Victorian

Antique Insurance Agent's Desk Tidy, English, Office Letter Organiser, Victorian

$1,177Sale Price|20% Off

H 9.06 in W 14.77 in D 4.34 in

Antique Insurance Agent's Desk Tidy, English, Office Letter Organiser, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique insurance agent's desk tidy. An English, mahogany letter organiser, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Wood

Antique Naval Architect's Desk Tidy, English, Executive Organiser, Victorian
Antique Naval Architect's Desk Tidy, English, Executive Organiser, Victorian

Antique Naval Architect's Desk Tidy, English, Executive Organiser, Victorian

$1,290Sale Price|20% Off

H 2.37 in W 34.26 in D 3.55 in

Antique Naval Architect's Desk Tidy, English, Executive Organiser, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique naval architect's desk tidy. An English, mahogany organiser case, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870.

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Wood

French Belle Epoque Bronze Desk Tidy with Pen Rest, Art Nouveau Design
French Belle Epoque Bronze Desk Tidy with Pen Rest, Art Nouveau Design

French Belle Epoque Bronze Desk Tidy with Pen Rest, Art Nouveau Design

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A Beautiful Turn of the Century Decorative French Belle Epoque / Art Nouveau Bronze Desk Tidy. With A Pen Rest Hinged Inkwell Cover.

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19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Desk Tidy

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Bronze

French Art Déco Metal Desk Tidy with Woman Horseriding and a pair of Inkwells
French Art Déco Metal Desk Tidy with Woman Horseriding and a pair of Inkwells

French Art Déco Metal Desk Tidy with Woman Horseriding and a pair of Inkwells

Located in North Miami, FL

Every element of this desk tidy reflects the era’s fascination with both modernity and practicality, showcasing clean lines and durable craftsmanship.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Desk Tidy

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Metal, Silver Plate

Antique Ornate Letter Rack, Italian, Gilt Stationery Stand, Desk Tidy, Victorian
Antique Ornate Letter Rack, Italian, Gilt Stationery Stand, Desk Tidy, Victorian

Antique Ornate Letter Rack, Italian, Gilt Stationery Stand, Desk Tidy, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An Italian, gilt metal stationery stand or desk tidy, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Desk Tidy

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Metal

Antique Stationery Box, English, Golden Oak, Fall Front Desk Tidy, Edwardian
Antique Stationery Box, English, Golden Oak, Fall Front Desk Tidy, Edwardian

Antique Stationery Box, English, Golden Oak, Fall Front Desk Tidy, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, golden oak and brass fall front desk tidy, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Antique Victorian Silver & Cut Glass Inkstand Inkwell Desk Tidy London 1895
Antique Victorian Silver & Cut Glass Inkstand Inkwell Desk Tidy London 1895

Antique Victorian Silver & Cut Glass Inkstand Inkwell Desk Tidy London 1895

By Thomas Bradbury & Sons Ltd.

Located in London, GB

A magnificent Antique Victorian Silver Inkstand with two cut glass and Silver lidded Inkwells. The Inkstand has a lovely pierced design on the sides and stands on four feet. The Inks...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Sterling Silver

Antique Dome Top Calling Card Box, English, Walnut, Brass, Desk Tidy, Victorian
Antique Dome Top Calling Card Box, English, Walnut, Brass, Desk Tidy, Victorian

Antique Dome Top Calling Card Box, English, Walnut, Brass, Desk Tidy, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, walnut and brass bound desktop tidy, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.  

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Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Art Deco Adjustable Chrome Bankers Desk Light with Inkwell or Pen Desk Tidy 1920
Art Deco Adjustable Chrome Bankers Desk Light with Inkwell or Pen Desk Tidy 1920

Art Deco Adjustable Chrome Bankers Desk Light with Inkwell or Pen Desk Tidy 1920

Located in London, GB

Discovered on our travels in Italy and still yet to be seen again, this sleek 1920’s Art Deco chrome Bankers desk light with ink well or pen holder is a fine example of the period. T...

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1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Desk Tidy

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Chrome

Antique Tiffany Studios Bronze Doré Pen Tray Neoclassical Taste
Antique Tiffany Studios Bronze Doré Pen Tray Neoclassical Taste

Antique Tiffany Studios Bronze Doré Pen Tray Neoclassical Taste

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Norwich, GB

Antique Tiffany Studios New York gilt bronze pen tray/desk tidy. Neoclassical Taste. Maker's Stamp. Circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Antique Desk Tidy

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Bronze

French Arts and Crafts Oak Stationary Box with Tambour
French Arts and Crafts Oak Stationary Box with Tambour

French Arts and Crafts Oak Stationary Box with Tambour

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

French Arts and Crafts oak stationary box with Tambour This very attractive French Box is made in Oak in the Arts and Crafts style, it has a rollover tambour cover The box has ...

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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Antique Desk Drawer, Japanese Ebonised Pine Desktop Folio, Victorian, Edo Period
Antique Desk Drawer, Japanese Ebonised Pine Desktop Folio, Victorian, Edo Period

Antique Desk Drawer, Japanese Ebonised Pine Desktop Folio, Victorian, Edo Period

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Attractive desk tidy with appealing hand-finished charm Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Ebonised pine frame presents dark tonality Accentuated to the top with a...

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Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Desk Tidy

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Pine

Rare 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Book Carrier Desk Stand
Rare 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Book Carrier Desk Stand

Rare 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Book Carrier Desk Stand

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

Originally this beautiful little antique desk accessory would have been made to sit on top of a desk, housing a selection of books for easy access and also of course allowing one to ...

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Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Desk Tidy

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Mahogany

Antique Decorative Desk Stand, Indian, Ebony, Colonial Writer's Tidy, Victorian
Antique Decorative Desk Stand, Indian, Ebony, Colonial Writer's Tidy, Victorian

Antique Decorative Desk Stand, Indian, Ebony, Colonial Writer's Tidy, Victorian

$1,232Sale Price|20% Off

H 8.08 in W 14.18 in D 10.24 in

Antique Decorative Desk Stand, Indian, Ebony, Colonial Writer's Tidy, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique decorative desk stand. An Indian, ebony Colonial writer's tidy, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

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Mid-19th Century Indian British Colonial Antique Desk Tidy

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Ebony

Antique Desk Top Marquetry Book Tidy, Fruitwood, Arts and Crafts, 1900
Antique Desk Top Marquetry Book Tidy, Fruitwood, Arts and Crafts, 1900

Antique Desk Top Marquetry Book Tidy, Fruitwood, Arts and Crafts, 1900

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Desk Top Marquetry Occasional Book Tidy The Bookcase is double sided with very attractive marquetry panels on each end The bookcase is in attractive condition, a good useful p...

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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Fruitwood

George III Mahogany Architect’s Desk attr. Gillows of Lancaster circa 1790
George III Mahogany Architect’s Desk attr. Gillows of Lancaster circa 1790

George III Mahogany Architect’s Desk attr. Gillows of Lancaster circa 1790

Located in Shippensburg, PA

This surface slides back to uncover a lower compartment with an open storage area, flanked by three lidded compartments labeled alphabetically within oval reserves. The back of the d...

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18th Century English George III Antique Desk Tidy

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Leather, Mahogany

A Large Victorian Heavy Quality Pedestal Desk
A Large Victorian Heavy Quality Pedestal Desk

A Large Victorian Heavy Quality Pedestal Desk

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Large Victorian Heavy Quality Pedestal Desk The desk comes in to 3 pieces, 2 pedestals and a long top with 3 drawers Each of the pedestals has more drawers, the bottom one on the...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Mahogany

19th Century Victorian Pedestal Desk in Figured Birch
19th Century Victorian Pedestal Desk in Figured Birch

19th Century Victorian Pedestal Desk in Figured Birch

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Victorian Good Quality Pedestal Desk The desk is made in one of the loveliest woods, figured Birch which has a wonderful dark gold colour, each of the pedestals has three graduat...

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19th Century High Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Birch

Victorian Gothic Green Man Desk, Golden Oak, Carved Details, 1850
Victorian Gothic Green Man Desk, Golden Oak, Carved Details, 1850

Victorian Gothic Green Man Desk, Golden Oak, Carved Details, 1850

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

This a sturdy piece, the tooled leathered top is tidy, the desk has keys The desk stands 30” high it is 48” long and 29” deep, the under knee height measures 25” TNV147.  

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Mid-19th Century Gothic Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Antique Extending Book Slide, English, Novel Rest, Home Library, Victorian, 1880
Antique Extending Book Slide, English, Novel Rest, Home Library, Victorian, 1880

Antique Extending Book Slide, English, Novel Rest, Home Library, Victorian, 1880

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Elegantly crafted with fine materials and tasteful fretwork, this piece is ideal for the refined study or desk environment. Appealing slide-out form, adjustable to suit a range of b...

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1880s British Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Rosewood

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Bohemian Art Nouveau Kralik Red Banded Glass Desk Tidy with Holly Decoration
Bohemian Art Nouveau Kralik Red Banded Glass Desk Tidy with Holly Decoration

Bohemian Art Nouveau Kralik Red Banded Glass Desk Tidy with Holly Decoration

By Kralik Glassworks

Located in London, GB

Superior red Kralik banded desk tidy circa 1900 -with two tone holly decorated lid.

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Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Desk Tidy

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Metal

Georgian Writing Bureau
Georgian Writing Bureau

Georgian Writing Bureau

Unavailable

H 45.28 in W 43.71 in D 22.05 in

Georgian Writing Bureau

Located in Inverness, GB

The drawer handles in the desk tidy are ivory and compliment the Conch Shell inlay design.

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Late 18th Century Georgian Antique Desk Tidy

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Mahogany

Collection of Four English Victorian Letter Clips
Collection of Four English Victorian Letter Clips

Collection of Four English Victorian Letter Clips

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H 1.5 in W 2.5 in D 6 in

Collection of Four English Victorian Letter Clips

Located in Port Chester, NY

This is a charming collection, With four clips it is possible to keep a desk top tidy. The three similar clips vary in size, the little shiny brass clip is most unusual.

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19th Century English Antique Desk Tidy

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Metal

Victorian Rosewood and Mother of Pearl Inlay Writing Slope with Baize and Extras
Victorian Rosewood and Mother of Pearl Inlay Writing Slope with Baize and Extras

Victorian Rosewood and Mother of Pearl Inlay Writing Slope with Baize and Extras

Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

An elegant mid-19th century early Victorian rosewood writing slope desk tidy box having an inset mother of pearl fixture to the lid.

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1850s English Campaign Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Victorian Walnut Writing Slope Ebony and Abalone Shell Decoration to Borders
Victorian Walnut Writing Slope Ebony and Abalone Shell Decoration to Borders

Victorian Walnut Writing Slope Ebony and Abalone Shell Decoration to Borders

Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

A mid-19th century early Victorian burr walnut writing slope desk tidy box having an inset silver plated armorial cartouche to the lid with ebony and abalone shell decoration to bord...

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1850s English British Colonial Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London
An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London

An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London

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H 9.85 in W 6.5 in D 3.15 in

An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

An Art Deco Desk Tidy/ Pin Tray. Bronze tiger mounted ob an oval onyx base.

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1920s English Art Deco Antique Desk Tidy

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Onyx, Bronze

A William IV rosewood desk tidy attributed to Gillows
A William IV rosewood desk tidy attributed to Gillows

A William IV rosewood desk tidy attributed to Gillows

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A William IV rosewood desk tidy attributed to Gillows, of rectangular form with everted, bracket sides carved with S-scrolls and pointed trefoil corners, raised on four turned feet.

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1830s English William IV Antique Desk Tidy

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Rosewood

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Mahogany, Letter, Stationery Rack, Edwardian
Antique Desk Tidy, English, Mahogany, Letter, Stationery Rack, Edwardian

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Mahogany, Letter, Stationery Rack, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique desk tidy. An English, mahogany letter or stationery rack, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Desk Tidy

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Mahogany

Small Antique Treen, English, Walnut, Artist's Brush Pot, Desk Tidy, Victorian
Small Antique Treen, English, Walnut, Artist's Brush Pot, Desk Tidy, Victorian

Small Antique Treen, English, Walnut, Artist's Brush Pot, Desk Tidy, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, walnut artist's brush pot or desk tidy, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Late 19th Century British Antique Desk Tidy

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Walnut

Antique Clerk's Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Organiser, Letter Rack, Victorian, 1870
Antique Clerk's Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Organiser, Letter Rack, Victorian, 1870

Antique Clerk's Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Organiser, Letter Rack, Victorian, 1870

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique clerk's desk tidy. An English, oak countertop organiser or letter rack, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870.

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Tabletop, Pen Tray, Document Drawer, Edwardian.
Antique Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Tabletop, Pen Tray, Document Drawer, Edwardian.

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Tabletop, Pen Tray, Document Drawer, Edwardian.

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique desk tidy. An English, oak tabletop pen tray with drawer, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century British Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Fabulous Antique English Equestrian / Horse Racing Desk Tidy, circa 1900
Fabulous Antique English Equestrian / Horse Racing Desk Tidy, circa 1900

Fabulous Antique English Equestrian / Horse Racing Desk Tidy, circa 1900

Located in Bath, GB

A handsome and most unusual desk tidy made from English silver plate dating to the late Victorian era, circa 1890-1900.

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Desk Tidy

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Silver Plate

Antique Letter Holder, German, Desk Tidy, Art Nouveau, after WMF, Edwardian
Antique Letter Holder, German, Desk Tidy, Art Nouveau, after WMF, Edwardian

Antique Letter Holder, German, Desk Tidy, Art Nouveau, after WMF, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

A German, cast metal and glass desk tidy of Art Nouveau taste and in the manner of WMF Kayserzinn, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century German Antique Desk Tidy

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Glass

Antique English Horn and Gold Plated Novelty Desk Tidy, Lizard with Glass Eyes
Antique English Horn and Gold Plated Novelty Desk Tidy, Lizard with Glass Eyes

Antique English Horn and Gold Plated Novelty Desk Tidy, Lizard with Glass Eyes

Located in Bath, GB

A charming and unusual desk tidy / dish, perfect for keeping bits and pieces tidy on the desk-top.

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1880s English Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Gold Plate

Charming Cold Painted Bronze Dog "Vide Poche" / Desk Tidy, circa 1910
Charming Cold Painted Bronze Dog "Vide Poche" / Desk Tidy, circa 1910

Charming Cold Painted Bronze Dog "Vide Poche" / Desk Tidy, circa 1910

Located in Bath, GB

A fabulous antique desk tidy or "Vide Poche" (empty pocket); the base made for a circular polished piece of Onyx.

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1910s Austrian Antique Desk Tidy

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Onyx

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Silver Plate, Decorative Box, Edwardian, C.1910
Antique Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Silver Plate, Decorative Box, Edwardian, C.1910

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Silver Plate, Decorative Box, Edwardian, C.1910

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique desk tidy. An English, oak and silver plate decorative box, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Desk Tidy

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Silver Plate

Antique English Crocodile / Alligator Inkwell / Desk Tidy, circa 1880
Antique English Crocodile / Alligator Inkwell / Desk Tidy, circa 1880

Antique English Crocodile / Alligator Inkwell / Desk Tidy, circa 1880

Located in Bath, GB

A truly magnificent and scarce novelty inkwell, cast in the form of a Crocodile / Alligator, in heavy solid brass. The hinged lid to the centre lifts to reveal a central section w...

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1880s English Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

An English hallmarked silver postal letter rack or desk tidy, Chester 1896 – 7
An English hallmarked silver postal letter rack or desk tidy, Chester 1896 – 7

An English hallmarked silver postal letter rack or desk tidy, Chester 1896 – 7

Located in Central England, GB

A rare late Victorian hallmarked silver postal letter rack or desk tidy which would be ideal for business cards etc.

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Inkstand 1880 Inkwell Desk Tidy Pen Tray
Antique Victorian Silver Inkstand 1880 Inkwell Desk Tidy Pen Tray

Antique Victorian Silver Inkstand 1880 Inkwell Desk Tidy Pen Tray

By Walter and John Barnard

Located in London, GB

A magnificent Antique Victorian sterling Silver Inkstand with a pair of Inkwells, a central rectangular box with a fitted lid supporting a small lamp with a snake handle. The Inkstan...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Sterling Silver

Antique George II Silver Gilt Inkstand Inkwell Desk Tidy 1752 18th Century
Antique George II Silver Gilt Inkstand Inkwell Desk Tidy 1752 18th Century

Antique George II Silver Gilt Inkstand Inkwell Desk Tidy 1752 18th Century

By William Cripps

Located in London, GB

A magnificent Antique George II Sterling Silver Gilt Inkwell with a rounded rectangular shape and a bold anthemion handle. The Inkstand Tray has a reeded border on the rim and two su...

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Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Desk Tidy

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Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand / Inkwell / Desk Tidy 1871
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand / Inkwell / Desk Tidy 1871

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand / Inkwell / Desk Tidy 1871

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in London, GB

A beautiful Antique Victorian Solid Silver Inkstand with two glass lined Inkwells with hinged lids. The base of the inkstand has a classic Greek Key pattern around the sides and rows...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Sterling Silver

Dog Pen Tidy Inkwell  Black Forest
Dog Pen Tidy Inkwell  Black Forest

Dog Pen Tidy Inkwell Black Forest

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H 5.52 in W 11.82 in D 6.7 in

Dog Pen Tidy Inkwell Black Forest

By Black Forest

Located in Newark, England

Black Forest oversized novelty pen tray combined inkwell. The desk tidy modelled as a dog hinged at the neck revealing a hidden ink well inside.

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Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Desk Tidy

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Wood

Rare & Unusual Tortoiseshell & Silver Double Desk Clip Dated London 1882
Rare & Unusual Tortoiseshell & Silver Double Desk Clip Dated London 1882

Rare & Unusual Tortoiseshell & Silver Double Desk Clip Dated London 1882

Located in London, GB

A rare & beautiful tortoiseshell double desk clip. Both functional & decorative, the finely cast silver bows operate as clips as shown, which lends itself to a range of uses, such a...

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19th Century British Antique Desk Tidy

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Silver

Charming Arts & Crafts Golden Oak Stationary Box
Charming Arts & Crafts Golden Oak Stationary Box

Charming Arts & Crafts Golden Oak Stationary Box

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A charming Arts & Crafts golden oak stationary box This very attractive letter rack is made in golden oak in the Arts & Crafts style The box has 4 dividers (5 Compartments) these...

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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Richard Rathbone, Attributed to C F A Voysey Arts & Crafts Copper Desk Ink Well
Richard Rathbone, Attributed to C F A Voysey Arts & Crafts Copper Desk Ink Well

Richard Rathbone, Attributed to C F A Voysey Arts & Crafts Copper Desk Ink Well

By Richard Rathbone, Charles Voysey

Located in London, GB

Voysey An Arts & Crafts large copper desk tidy and ink well Stamped 'Rathbone' on base.

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1910s English Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Copper

Small Antique Vesta Holder, English, Silver Plate, Decorative, Table, Treen
Small Antique Vesta Holder, English, Silver Plate, Decorative, Table, Treen

Small Antique Vesta Holder, English, Silver Plate, Decorative, Table, Treen

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Delightfully proportioned miniature scuttle, suitable for desk or tableware Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout Silver plate polished to a shine, with min...

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Early 20th Century British Antique Desk Tidy

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Silver Plate

Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Otter Tray
Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Otter Tray

Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Otter Tray

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H 2.17 in W 8.27 in D 5.12 in

Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Otter Tray

By Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann)

Located in Newark, England

The tray with multiple uses from a desk tidy to a key dish dating to the late 19th century circa 1880.

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Late 19th Century Austrian Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Bronze

Victorian Campaign Desk Set Stationary Box Letter Tray 1890 Calendar
Victorian Campaign Desk Set Stationary Box Letter Tray 1890 Calendar

Victorian Campaign Desk Set Stationary Box Letter Tray 1890 Calendar

Located in Potters Bar, GB

You are viewing a gorgeous Victorian campaign desk tidy / stationary box This could be described as many things as it features letter trays and a calendar also Classic campaign look ...

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1890s Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Wood

Early 20th century Scandinavian pokerwork tine box
Early 20th century Scandinavian pokerwork tine box

Early 20th century Scandinavian pokerwork tine box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

In excellent condition and dated on the inside of the lid. Ideal desk tidy.

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Early 20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Antique Desk Tidy

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Pine

Small Antique Executive Desk Tray, Scottish, Leather, Tidy, WJ Milne, Victorian
Small Antique Executive Desk Tray, Scottish, Leather, Tidy, WJ Milne, Victorian

Small Antique Executive Desk Tray, Scottish, Leather, Tidy, WJ Milne, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small antique desk tray. A Scottish, leather compact desktop tidy by W & J Milne of Edinburgh, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Leather

Gordon Russell, a Cheese Board Made of Ash and a Walnut Desk Pen Tidy
Gordon Russell, a Cheese Board Made of Ash and a Walnut Desk Pen Tidy

Gordon Russell, a Cheese Board Made of Ash and a Walnut Desk Pen Tidy

By Gordon Russell

Located in London, GB

Gordon Russell. Broadway, Worcs. A cheese board made of ash: Length 15, width 9, height 2 inches A pen tidy made of walnut: Length 14.5, width 4.5 inches, height 2 inches.

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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Ash, Walnut

Antique Decorative Cigar Box, English, Tunbridge Ware, Keepsake, Desk, Victorian
Antique Decorative Cigar Box, English, Tunbridge Ware, Keepsake, Desk, Victorian

Antique Decorative Cigar Box, English, Tunbridge Ware, Keepsake, Desk, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, Tunbridge ware inlaid keepsake box or desk tidy, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Boxwood, Fruitwood

Antique English Novelty Horse Racing / Jockey Dish, circa 1890
Antique English Novelty Horse Racing / Jockey Dish, circa 1890

Antique English Novelty Horse Racing / Jockey Dish, circa 1890

Located in Bath, GB

Made from a lovely quality threaded glass, the rim, Jockey Cap and Crop all made from English polished brass. Perfect for candy, a desk tidy or perhaps change or cufflinks at the ...

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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

Antique Butler's Stationery Tidy, Oak, Storage Box, Arts & Crafts, Victorian
Antique Butler's Stationery Tidy, Oak, Storage Box, Arts & Crafts, Victorian

Antique Butler's Stationery Tidy, Oak, Storage Box, Arts & Crafts, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique butler's stationery tidy. An English, oak storage box in Arts & Crafts taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Appealing carved details Displa...

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Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Antique English Olivewood Letter or Note Tidy, Artist's Palettes, circa 1900
Antique English Olivewood Letter or Note Tidy, Artist's Palettes, circa 1900

Antique English Olivewood Letter or Note Tidy, Artist's Palettes, circa 1900

Located in Bath, GB

A most unusual late Victorian wall-hanging letter or note tidy, perfect for the artist in your life. The carved wood is made from exotic Olivewood with the three hinged compartmen...

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Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Olive

Small Antique Letter Rack, English Oak Desktop Tidy, Office Organiser, Edwardian
Small Antique Letter Rack, English Oak Desktop Tidy, Office Organiser, Edwardian

Small Antique Letter Rack, English Oak Desktop Tidy, Office Organiser, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small antique letter rack. An English, oak and brass desktop tidy or office organiser, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Delightfully petite, with fine display ...

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Pair of 19th Century Miniature Chest of Drawers in Birdseye Maple
Pair of 19th Century Miniature Chest of Drawers in Birdseye Maple

Pair of 19th Century Miniature Chest of Drawers in Birdseye Maple

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A superb quality pair of William IV period miniature Chests of Drawers or Desk Tidies in birdseye maple and mahogany. The rectangular tops with rounded corners are nicely figured in ...

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Early 19th Century British William IV Antique Desk Tidy

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Birdseye Maple

Small 19th Century Pine Tabletop Deed Box
Small 19th Century Pine Tabletop Deed Box

Small 19th Century Pine Tabletop Deed Box

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

The box is a good sound and attractive piece, it has been cleaned and polished and has no end of uses from a sewing box to a place to keep you desk tidy The box measures 21’’ wide...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

19th Century English Mahogany and Leather Writing Table Desk
19th Century English Mahogany and Leather Writing Table Desk

19th Century English Mahogany and Leather Writing Table Desk

Located in Rio Vista, CA

The case is supported by delicate turned legs and the tidiness of the desk has a regency style. The top is protected by a thick pane of glass.

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Gilt and Bronze Mounted Mahogany Leather Topped Writing Desk
Gilt and Bronze Mounted Mahogany Leather Topped Writing Desk

Gilt and Bronze Mounted Mahogany Leather Topped Writing Desk

Located in New York, NY

The removable Cartonnier is another highlight of this writing desk. This compartmentalized storage unit provides convenient access to writing implements and stationery, making it eas...

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19th Century Antique Desk Tidy

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Mahogany

18th Century Tall Italian Secretaire on Stand from Sologne, France
18th Century Tall Italian Secretaire on Stand from Sologne, France

18th Century Tall Italian Secretaire on Stand from Sologne, France

Located in New Orleans, LA

Arched top with doors that open to shelving over a tidy little desk with drawer. Two pieces that are stacked.

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18th Century Italian Other Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Wood

Antique Double Ink Well, English, Mahogany, Desk Tidy, Aesthetic Period, 1880
Antique Double Ink Well, English, Mahogany, Desk Tidy, Aesthetic Period, 1880

Antique Double Ink Well, English, Mahogany, Desk Tidy, Aesthetic Period, 1880

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, ebonized mahogany desk tidy from the Aesthetic period, dating to the late 19th century, circa 1880.

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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Mahogany

Early 20th century Norwegian pokerwork tine box
Early 20th century Norwegian pokerwork tine box

Early 20th century Norwegian pokerwork tine box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

In excellent condition and dated on the inside of the lid. Ideal desk tidy.

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Early 20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Antique Desk Tidy

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Pine

Rare Victorian Silver Dish in Form of a Jockey's Cap
Rare Victorian Silver Dish in Form of a Jockey's Cap

Rare Victorian Silver Dish in Form of a Jockey's Cap

By Lionel Edwards

Located in London, GB

Probably made as a private commission, it can be used as a food serving dish, as a desk tidy or purely as a wonderful decorative piece.

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1890s English Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Sterling Silver

Antique Jewelry Box, Japanese, Leather, Desk Caddy, Meiji Period, circa 1900
Antique Jewelry Box, Japanese, Leather, Desk Caddy, Meiji Period, circa 1900

Antique Jewelry Box, Japanese, Leather, Desk Caddy, Meiji Period, circa 1900

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Intriguing finish and dark tones Displays a desirable aged patina, commensurate with age Leather bound with fantastic dark russet hues The leather pleasingly aged and decorated wi...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Desk Tidy

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Leather

English Georgian Antique Butler’s Secretary Desk with Bookcase, 19th Century
English Georgian Antique Butler’s Secretary Desk with Bookcase, 19th Century

English Georgian Antique Butler’s Secretary Desk with Bookcase, 19th Century

Located in Shippensburg, PA

A finely crafted secretaire situated as a bookcase over a chest of drawers, the upper drawer is "Butler" in form, withdrawing and the drawer facade dropping down over hooped brass sl...

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19th Century English Georgian Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

18th Century English George III Period Secretary Desk with Bookcase
18th Century English George III Period Secretary Desk with Bookcase

18th Century English George III Period Secretary Desk with Bookcase

Located in Shippensburg, PA

A practical and restrained example from the George III period, this fine secretary desk is a tidy and well crafted display piece. The use of veneers is rather limited, the craftsman ...

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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Desk Tidy

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Glass, Mahogany, Oak, Pine

20th Century Onyx Paperweight or Desk Tidy
20th Century Onyx Paperweight or Desk Tidy

20th Century Onyx Paperweight or Desk Tidy

Located in Umberleigh, Devon

A lovely onyx paperweight or desk tidy with a silver plated figure of greyhound to the top, circa 1920 Would make a nice gift for dog lovers!  

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1920s English Antique Desk Tidy

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Onyx

Tiffany & Co. Desk Tidy
Tiffany & Co. Desk Tidy

Tiffany & Co. Desk Tidy

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H 8.2 in W 8.5 in D 0.9 in

Tiffany & Co. Desk Tidy

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A sterling silver Tiffany & Company desk tidy, or 'catchall' for the dresser. This is a very 'modernist' looking piece with the exceptional quality of make that one would come to exp...

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1920s American Antique Desk Tidy

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Novelty Silver Magnet Pen Wipe / Desk Tidy
Victorian Novelty Silver Magnet Pen Wipe / Desk Tidy

Victorian Novelty Silver Magnet Pen Wipe / Desk Tidy

Located in Sittingbourne, Kent

An extremely rare Victorian novelty silver Pen Wipe / Desk Tidy made in the form of a large horseshoe shaped magnet.

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19th Century English Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Silver

Antique Three Fold Wedged Campaign Desk
Antique Three Fold Wedged Campaign Desk

Antique Three Fold Wedged Campaign Desk

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H 5 in W 16 in D 16.25 in

Antique Three Fold Wedged Campaign Desk

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

The lid has stay hinges to keep it upright as well as fittings to set it at seven different angles for use as a lectern, and a red leather wallet for papers. The desk tidy area is la...

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19th Century British Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Mahogany

Postmodern Ashtray / Desk Tidy by Ettore Sottsass for Olivetti, Italy circa 1970
Postmodern Ashtray / Desk Tidy by Ettore Sottsass for Olivetti, Italy circa 1970

Postmodern Ashtray / Desk Tidy by Ettore Sottsass for Olivetti, Italy circa 1970

By Ettore Sottsass, Olivetti

Located in London, GB

Khaki green ABS ashtray, come desk tidy by Italian design icon, Ettore Sottsass for Olivetti as part the synthesis range in the 1970s.

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1670s Italian Post-Modern Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Plastic

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Antique Desk Tidy For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique desk tidy you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An antique desk tidy — often made from wood, metal and oak — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique desk tidy — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique desk tidy is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Arts and Crafts and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique desk tidy over the years, but those crafted by Albert Marionnet, James Dixon & Sons and Lionel Edwards are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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The average selling price for an antique desk tidy at 1stDibs is $1,963, while they’re typically $222 on the low end and $12,048 for the highest priced.