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Antique 19th century warm brown English Oak Georgian  Slant-Front Desk
Antique 19th century warm brown English Oak Georgian  Slant-Front Desk

Antique 19th century warm brown English Oak Georgian Slant-Front Desk

Located in Casteren, NL

This graceful historic desk is sturdy, clean, and ready for everyday use.

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Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique Brass Mortar and Pestle, Austria-Hungary, Circa 1890, Historicism
Antique Brass Mortar and Pestle, Austria-Hungary, Circa 1890, Historicism

Antique Brass Mortar and Pestle, Austria-Hungary, Circa 1890, Historicism

Located in Praha, CZ

Antique solid brass mortar and pestle manufactured in Austria-Hungary around 1890 in the Historicism period. Originally used in pharmacies and apothecaries for grinding herbs and med...

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Antique 1890s Austrian Industrial Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Magnificent Historicism Clock or Mantel Clock from circa 1890
Magnificent Historicism Clock or Mantel Clock from circa 1890

Magnificent Historicism Clock or Mantel Clock from circa 1890

Located in Berlin, DE

Magnificent historicism clock or mantel clock from circa 1890 On the pedestal there is a figure of a noble lady with a diadem and book at a Gothic table, with writing utensils on it...

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Antique 19th Century French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Louis XVI Desk, Germany 1780, cherry veneer
Louis XVI Desk, Germany 1780, cherry veneer

Louis XVI Desk, Germany 1780, cherry veneer

Located in Leimen, DE

Perfect for collectors, interior designers, or anyone seeking a historic European desk with refined lines and decorative artistry, this piece embodies the sophistication of the Louis...

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Antique 1780s German Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cherry

Franco Albini Cavalletto Desk Table For Cassina
Franco Albini Cavalletto Desk Table For Cassina

Franco Albini Cavalletto Desk Table For Cassina

By Franco Albini

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Franco Albini designed this historic wood desk envisioning a minimalist structure in which traction and compression become the key rules of an aesthetic harmony that joins method and...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Regency Style Verdi Marble Top Desk with Forged Iron Base
Regency Style Verdi Marble Top Desk with Forged Iron Base

Regency Style Verdi Marble Top Desk with Forged Iron Base

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

The wrought iron base is solid and stable, displaying its original hand-forged character with a naturally aged finish and minor oxidation consistent with age, adding to the desk's hi...

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20th Century French Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by A. Lurcat for Kovona, Walnut, Czech, 1940s
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by A. Lurcat for Kovona, Walnut, Czech, 1940s

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by A. Lurcat for Kovona, Walnut, Czech, 1940s

By André Lurcat, Kovona

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

This meticulously restored piece represents a top-tier collector's and investment item that will anchor any modern or historic study. Dimensions of the desk: Height: 75 cm (29.5 in)...

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Vintage 1940s Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Superb English Paint Decorated Adams Satinwood Carlton House Desk Circa 1890s
Superb English Paint Decorated Adams Satinwood Carlton House Desk Circa 1890s

Superb English Paint Decorated Adams Satinwood Carlton House Desk Circa 1890s

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

A rare find for discerning collectors and interior designers, this paint-decorated satinwood desk offers both historic charm and timeless sophistication.

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Antique 1890s English Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Satinwood

Antique Georgian 18th Century Satin Walnut Bureau Desk Writing Table Elegant
Antique Georgian 18th Century Satin Walnut Bureau Desk Writing Table Elegant

Antique Georgian 18th Century Satin Walnut Bureau Desk Writing Table Elegant

Located in Wisbech, England

In good antique condition, this desk exhibits historic knocks, marks, wear, and imperfections typical of functional antique furniture, along with minor veneer and trim losses, repair...

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Antique 18th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Table Rent Center Desk Tavolino Tuscan Italian Walnut Oval Baroque
Table Rent Center Desk Tavolino Tuscan Italian Walnut Oval Baroque

Table Rent Center Desk Tavolino Tuscan Italian Walnut Oval Baroque

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

- It is sturdy and practical for use as an occasional, center, library table or desk. The 2.5cm thick top in 3 sections with usual ink marks, indentations, old water marks.

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Antique Early 17th Century Italian Baroque Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Swedish Rococo Desk with Light Blue Paint, Drawer and Curved Rococo Legs
Antique Swedish Rococo Desk with Light Blue Paint, Drawer and Curved Rococo Legs

Antique Swedish Rococo Desk with Light Blue Paint, Drawer and Curved Rococo Legs

Located in Kramfors, SE

Made by hand with a frame in solid pine in northern Sweden around 1790. The desk has old historic paint from the mid 1800s which has patina and distress after 200 years of use, mainl...

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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Kittinger Historic Newport Mahogany Chippendale Style Secretary Desk
Kittinger Historic Newport Mahogany Chippendale Style Secretary Desk

Kittinger Historic Newport Mahogany Chippendale Style Secretary Desk

By Kittinger Furniture Company

Located in Long Branch, NJ

Kittinger Historic Newport Mahogany Chippendale Style Secretary Desk Dimensions : 45" Wide X 25.5" Deep X 82.5" Tall This stunning secretary desk was made by Kittinger for their Hi...

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Vintage 1980s American Chippendale Secretaires

Materials

Mahogany

Rare 19th Century "Yachting" Maritime Desk Set with Historic Monogram
Rare 19th Century "Yachting" Maritime Desk Set with Historic Monogram

Rare 19th Century "Yachting" Maritime Desk Set with Historic Monogram

Located in London, GB

A rare nautical desk set The lockable oak felt-lined case, embossed with the initials 'AL' of the original owner, houses twelve writing implements and accessories, constructed in ...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Nautical Objects

Materials

Silver Plate, Metal

18th Century French Régence Period Carved Oak Secretary Desk
18th Century French Régence Period Carved Oak Secretary Desk

18th Century French Régence Period Carved Oak Secretary Desk

Located in Dallas, TX

Three spacious lower drawers provide useful storage, while the original hardware remains an important part of the desk’s historic character. Raised upon slender carved legs, the secr...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Régence Secretaires

Materials

Bronze

2 Bauhaus Desk Lamps by Marianne Brandt & Christian Dell. Priced Individually
2 Bauhaus Desk Lamps by Marianne Brandt & Christian Dell. Priced Individually

2 Bauhaus Desk Lamps by Marianne Brandt & Christian Dell. Priced Individually

By Christian Dell

Located in New York, NY

Two Rare and Historic Bauhaus desk lamps by the renowned Bauhaus metal workshop directors, Christian Dell and Marianne Brandt.: Model by Marianne Brandt for Kandem, circa 1930.

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Vintage 1930s German Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1930s Original Art Deco Table Lamp, Designed by Franta Anýž for Napako
1930s Original Art Deco Table Lamp, Designed by Franta Anýž for Napako

1930s Original Art Deco Table Lamp, Designed by Franta Anýž for Napako

By Napako, Franta (Frantisek) Anýž

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

It will serve as an exclusive centerpiece for an executive desk in a historic study or as an eye-catching accent piece in a contemporary interior.

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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

Antique English Silver Tankard Mug Ornate Hunting Scene Engraving, Collectible
Antique English Silver Tankard Mug Ornate Hunting Scene Engraving, Collectible

Antique English Silver Tankard Mug Ornate Hunting Scene Engraving, Collectible

Located in Wembley, GB

Whether used as a collectible display piece, desk accessory, or historic conversation starter, this vintage silver tankard adds character, heritage, and refinement to any collection.

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Vintage 1910s English Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal, Pewter, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate, Silver

Pair of Neoclassical Louis XVI-Style Ormolu Candlesticks, Now as Lamps
Pair of Neoclassical Louis XVI-Style Ormolu Candlesticks, Now as Lamps

Pair of Neoclassical Louis XVI-Style Ormolu Candlesticks, Now as Lamps

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

These elegant lamps would be at home in both classical and transitional interiors, ideal for flanking a mantel, adorning a console, or lending historic gravitas to a writing desk. Th...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Table Lamps

Materials

Ormolu

Arts and Crafts Side Table with Carved Floral Drawer
Arts and Crafts Side Table with Carved Floral Drawer

Arts and Crafts Side Table with Carved Floral Drawer

Located in Seattle, WA

Rich wood grain and a warm medium-brown finish enhance its character and patina.A versatile piece, it can serve as a side table, accent stand, or small writing desk, adding historic ...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

National Trust John Locke Secretaire
National Trust John Locke Secretaire

National Trust John Locke Secretaire

Located in Asheville, NC

This very rare Kindel reproduction is part of The National for Historic Preservation Collection, The Cliveden desk and bookcase is truly a masterpiece.

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Mid-20th Century American Rococo Secretaires

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Historicism Desk Set Made of Black Marble
Historicism Desk Set Made of Black Marble

Historicism Desk Set Made of Black Marble

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H 2.37 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in

Historicism Desk Set Made of Black Marble

Located in Senden, NRW

Luxurious desk set from Germany circa 1875. Known as the Grünerzeit or Historicism period this antique set convinces with its wonderfully grained black and white marble and with its ...

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Antique 1870s German Other Desk Sets

Materials

Marble

Restored Historicism Desk Secretary Gründerzeit Writing Furniture
Restored Historicism Desk Secretary Gründerzeit Writing Furniture

Restored Historicism Desk Secretary Gründerzeit Writing Furniture

Located in Senden, NRW

Elaborately crafted small men's desk from the Gründerzeit period. This is a beautiful restored secretary from the time of historicism, made circa 1885.

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Antique 19th Century Austrian Revival Desks

Materials

Walnut

Historicism Desk circa 1880 Made of Walnut with Inlay Works
Historicism Desk circa 1880 Made of Walnut with Inlay Works

Historicism Desk circa 1880 Made of Walnut with Inlay Works

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H 63.78 in W 37.01 in D 25.6 in

Historicism Desk circa 1880 Made of Walnut with Inlay Works

Located in Senden, NRW

Extraordinary historicism bureau or secretary circa 1880 made of walnut with connected inlays made of different fruit woods.

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Antique 1880s German Other Desks

Materials

Walnut

Unique, Monumental Desk, Historicism, 19th/20th Century
Unique, Monumental Desk, Historicism, 19th/20th Century

Unique, Monumental Desk, Historicism, 19th/20th Century

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H 32.68 in W 70.87 in D 39.38 in

Unique, Monumental Desk, Historicism, 19th/20th Century

Located in Liverpool, GB

A unique, massive desk - historicism. Dated at the turn of the 19th/20th century.

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Mid-20th Century European Baroque Desks

Materials

Walnut

Sensational Bauhaus Avant-garde tubular steel writing desk by Bruno Weil (BeWe)
Sensational Bauhaus Avant-garde tubular steel writing desk by Bruno Weil (BeWe)

Sensational Bauhaus Avant-garde tubular steel writing desk by Bruno Weil (BeWe)

By Bruno Weil

Located in PRAHA 4, CZ

Key Features: Historic Bauhaus Design: This writing desk represents the revolutionary Bauhaus style, known for its simplicity and functionality.

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Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Queen Anne Period Oak Slant-Top English Desk
Queen Anne Period Oak Slant-Top English Desk

Queen Anne Period Oak Slant-Top English Desk

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H 35.5 in W 45 in D 15 in

Queen Anne Period Oak Slant-Top English Desk

Located in Port Chester, NY

The writing surface is good, at 29.5" high, with no apron and 10.5" overhang to compensate for the narrow kneehole. This desk has good historic and decorative value.

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Antique 1690s English Desks

Materials

Oak

Antique Historicism Oak Writing Desk
Antique Historicism Oak Writing Desk

Antique Historicism Oak Writing Desk

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H 31.5 in W 70.87 in D 31.5 in

Antique Historicism Oak Writing Desk

Located in Dusseldorf, DE

Beautiful original old desk with three drawers from the period between 1880-1920, historicism.

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Antique Late 19th Century German Other Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Large German Historicism Renaissance Revival Desk, circa 1890
Large German Historicism Renaissance Revival Desk, circa 1890

Large German Historicism Renaissance Revival Desk, circa 1890

Located in Dusseldorf, DE

Original German historicism or Renaissance Revival desk from the end of the 19th century.

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Antique 1890s German Renaissance Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

Baker Furniture Historic Charleston Georgian Mahogany Writing Desk or Console
Baker Furniture Historic Charleston Georgian Mahogany Writing Desk or Console

Baker Furniture Historic Charleston Georgian Mahogany Writing Desk or Console

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style writing desk, console table, or sofa table By Baker Furniture, "Historic Charleston Collection" USA, Late 20th Century Carved mahogany, wi...

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Late 20th Century American Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Baker Furniture Historic Charleston Georgian  Writing Desk, Refinished
Baker Furniture Historic Charleston Georgian  Writing Desk, Refinished

Baker Furniture Historic Charleston Georgian Writing Desk, Refinished

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style writing desk, console table, or sofa table By Baker Furniture, "Historic Charleston Collection" USA, Late 20th Century Carved mahogany, wi...

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Late 20th Century American Georgian Desks

Materials

Brass

George Nelson Desk w/ Return for Herman Miller from a Historic Landmark
George Nelson Desk w/ Return for Herman Miller from a Historic Landmark

George Nelson Desk w/ Return for Herman Miller from a Historic Landmark

By George Nelson

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A Nelson desk from a Eero Saarinen designed building which was designated a National Historic landmark by the National park Service in Columbus Indiana.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Historic Charleston Baker Solid Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Writing Desk Table
Historic Charleston Baker Solid Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Writing Desk Table

Historic Charleston Baker Solid Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Writing Desk Table

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a fine quality desk by Baker furniture company. The desk is in very good condition with minor wear and small dings, or scratches but nothing at all obvious. The desk dates to...

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Vintage 1980s American Chinese Chippendale Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Historic Office, Northern Europe, circa 1900, After Restoration
Historic Office, Northern Europe, circa 1900, After Restoration

Historic Office, Northern Europe, circa 1900, After Restoration

Located in Chorzów, PL

An antique desk from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: height 76 cm / width 136 cm / depth 7...

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Antique Early 1900s Swedish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Historic Office Set, Western Europe, circa 1910
Historic Office Set, Western Europe, circa 1910

Historic Office Set, Western Europe, circa 1910

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H 84.26 in W 92.13 in D 20.87 in

Historic Office Set, Western Europe, circa 1910

Located in Chorzów, PL

An antique office from the beginning of the 20th century. Dimensions: Library: height 214 cm / width 234 cm / depth 52.5 cm Desk: height 80 cm / width 175 cm / depth 86 cm.

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Vintage 1910s Belgian Chippendale Desks

Materials

Oak

French Mahogany & Leather  Reproduction Desk
French Mahogany & Leather  Reproduction Desk

French Mahogany & Leather Reproduction Desk

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H 30 in W 51.25 in D 25.63 in

French Mahogany & Leather Reproduction Desk

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Two storage drawers in the apron are thoughtfully proportioned, opening by small brass knobs, bookended by paneled corners for a transitional feature that allows the desk to bridge h...

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20th Century French Other Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Fine French Bronze Mounted Leather Top French Directoire Bureau Plat Desk
Fine French Bronze Mounted Leather Top French Directoire Bureau Plat Desk

Fine French Bronze Mounted Leather Top French Directoire Bureau Plat Desk

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

A superb example of French Directoire craftsmanship, this bureau plat is ideal for collectors, decorators, or professionals seeking a desk with both historic character and enduring e...

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Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Bureau Plat Desk, French, Large, Burl Wood Veneer, Leather Top, Bronze Mount!
Bureau Plat Desk, French, Large, Burl Wood Veneer, Leather Top, Bronze Mount!

Bureau Plat Desk, French, Large, Burl Wood Veneer, Leather Top, Bronze Mount!

Located in Austin, TX

A handsome and substantial French bureau plat desk, combining the timeless elegance of historic French furniture design with the warmth of burled wood and traditional bronze ornament.

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Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

18th Century Italian Louis XVI Inlaid Walnut Desk or Writing Table
18th Century Italian Louis XVI Inlaid Walnut Desk or Writing Table

18th Century Italian Louis XVI Inlaid Walnut Desk or Writing Table

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

It is really fascinating to think how many texts or letters have been written on this desk during the past centuries. This desk comes from an important and historic northern Italian ...

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Antique 1780s Italian Louis XVI Desks

Materials

Walnut

Baker Furniture Historic Charleston Georgian Mahogany Drop Front Secretary Desk
Baker Furniture Historic Charleston Georgian Mahogany Drop Front Secretary Desk

Baker Furniture Historic Charleston Georgian Mahogany Drop Front Secretary Desk

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Georgian or Chippendale style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top By Baker Furniture, "Historic Charleston" Collection USA, Circa 1980s Gorgeo...

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Vintage 1980s American Georgian Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Postmodern Arteluce Desk Lamp
Postmodern Arteluce Desk Lamp

Postmodern Arteluce Desk Lamp

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H 15.5 in W 24 in D 8.5 in

Postmodern Arteluce Desk Lamp

By Arteluce

Located in San Diego, CA

High quality and heavy desk metal desk lamp by historic high end lighting company, Arteluce.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Antique Napoleon Bonaparte Polished Desk Bronze, 19th Century
Antique Napoleon Bonaparte Polished Desk Bronze, 19th Century

Antique Napoleon Bonaparte Polished Desk Bronze, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This high-quality bronze is made from the lost wax process cire-perdue. Add a historic element to your desk with this lovely sculpture.

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Antique 1850s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Sterling & Enamel Desk Clock by Bailey, Banks & Biddle (c. 1930)
Sterling & Enamel Desk Clock by Bailey, Banks & Biddle (c. 1930)

Sterling & Enamel Desk Clock by Bailey, Banks & Biddle (c. 1930)

By Bailey, Banks & Biddle

Located in New York, NY

Why Collect This Desk Clock? Historic Brand Heritage Founded in 1832, Bailey, Banks & Biddle was among America’s premier jewelers—this piece connects you with over a century of luxur...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Early 20th Century French Cast Iron Book Press with Black Patina
Early 20th Century French Cast Iron Book Press with Black Patina

Early 20th Century French Cast Iron Book Press with Black Patina

Located in High Point, NC

Today, this book press serves beautifully as a display object on a shelf, console, or desk, bringing historic character, texture, and an industrial edge to both traditional and conte...

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Early 20th Century French Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Louis XIII Throne-Style Upholstered Armchair
19th Century French Louis XIII Throne-Style Upholstered Armchair

19th Century French Louis XIII Throne-Style Upholstered Armchair

Located in High Point, NC

Both stately and inviting, this armchair functions beautifully as an accent or desk chair, bringing historic elegance and architectural interest to traditional interiors as well as t...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XIII Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Antique Historic Desk Statue, Continental Bronze, Frederick the Great, Victorian
Antique Historic Desk Statue, Continental Bronze, Frederick the Great, Victorian

Antique Historic Desk Statue, Continental Bronze, Frederick the Great, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique historic desk statue. A Continental, cast bronze mounted figure of Frederick the Great of Prussia (1712 - 1786), dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Antique Late 19th Century German Late Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Historicism Oak Writing Desk
19th Century Historicism Oak Writing Desk

19th Century Historicism Oak Writing Desk

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H 31.11 in W 66.54 in D 33.08 in

19th Century Historicism Oak Writing Desk

Located in Berlin, DE

Masterly oak desk. Solid oak carved. Slightly protruding top plate. Desk standing on paw shaped feet. Extremely rich and finely carved. (L-125).

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Antique 19th Century German Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

19th Century Historicism Style Antler Desk
19th Century Historicism Style Antler Desk

19th Century Historicism Style Antler Desk

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H 28.75 in W 50.01 in D 30.71 in

19th Century Historicism Style Antler Desk

Located in Berlin, DE

Musealer antique antler desk, circa 1840-1860. Massive oak body on cross, linked feet. High knee pocket on the front with three drawers of different sizes. Antler decorated top. ...

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Antique 19th Century German Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Hepplewhite Style Historic Charleston Baker Mahogany Kneehole Desk 20th C
Hepplewhite Style Historic Charleston Baker Mahogany Kneehole Desk 20th C

Hepplewhite Style Historic Charleston Baker Mahogany Kneehole Desk 20th C

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Big Flats, NY

A Hepplewhite style kneehole desk of the Historic Charleston Collection by Baker offers mahogany construction with top having decorated trimming over single central drawer with flank...

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20th Century American Hepplewhite Desks

Materials

Mahogany

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Historic Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic historic desk available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, oak and walnut, every historic desk was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer historic desk, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each historic desk bearing Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. George Nelson each produced at least one beautiful historic desk that is worth considering.

How Much is a Historic Desk?

Prices for a historic desk start at $1,680 and top out at $200,000 with the average selling for $3,827.