Frnech. Art Deco Macassar Elegant Writing Desk
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Frnech Art Deco writing desk with beautiful Macassar wood. The desk has a shaped top held by four
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Macassar
Frnech. Art Deco Macassar Elegant Writing Desk
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Frnech Art Deco writing desk with beautiful Macassar wood. The desk has a shaped top held by four
Macassar
$2,502Sale Price|58% Off
Italian Empire Style Elegant Writing Desk
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Introducing this elegant Italian desk dating back to the 20th century. An extremely refined desk
Bronze
Italian Louis XV Style Elegant Writing Desk
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We present this elegant Italian desk dating back to the second half of the 20th century. An
Bronze
$10,465 / item
Classic by Carpanelli Zebrano Writing Desk
By Carpanelli
Located in Desio, IT
The structure of this elegant writing desk is solid wood plated with cherry-wood, zebrano, briar
Wood
An Expanding Dark Cerused Oak Writing Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Contemporary. This elegant writing desk is crafted from dark cerused oak, featuring three spacious drawers and
Brass
20th Century Lacquered and Painted Wood French Writing Desk, 1950
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
suitable for professional use. This elegant writing desk rests on four sturdy, curved legs. The feet are
Wood
Louis XV-Style Writing Desk with Leather Top and Bronze Mounts, 1950
Located in Barntrup, DE
signature on the side of one drawer. This elegant writing desk is a charming addition to any room
Bronze
Louis XVI writing desk with pull-out surface, featuring an inlaid compass rose
Located in Cesena, FC
Elegant Louis XVI writing desk with pull-out writing surface, inlaid on the top with a compass rose
Leather, Maple
Empire Estremoz Desk - Hand-Crafted Turned Marble & Brass - Boca do Lobo
Located in Rio Tinto, PT
An elegant writing desk built in marble with polished brass details. Its cracks are hand-carved and
Marble, Metal, Brass
$8,421
Franlk Lloyd Wright Desk
By Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Winterswijk, NL
. This elegant writing desk features two drawers and a rack, combining Wright's iconic design with modern
Wood
VICTORIAN LADIES WRITING DAVENPORT DESK WITH INLAY & LEATHER WRITiNG SURFACE
Located in Pulborough, GB
19th century, a compact and elegant writing desk designed for both practicality and display. The sloped
Hardwood
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezák, Oak, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant writing desk is a premier example of Bauhaus functionalist design, dating back to
Steel, Chrome
Mid-Century Danish Freestanding Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
elegant writing desk in solid and veneered Nordic white oak attributed to Danish architect Henning
Oak
Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Oak, Beech, Czech, 1930s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant writing desk, designed in the Art Deco style, comes from Czechoslovakia from the first
Brass
21st Century Anna Desk in Black Limed Oak, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Anna desk is an imposing and elegant writing desk. With a high gloss lacquered body that contrasts
Brass
1940s Writing Desk by Ico Parisi for Brugnoli Mobili, Cantu, Wax-Polished
By Ico Parisi, Brugnoli Mobili Cantú
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Elegant writing desk with legs and frame in solid walnut, veneer teak wood the tops and partridge
Walnut, Teak
Elegant French Style Writing Desk
Located in Riverdale, NY
Elegant French style writing desk with Louis XV lines in blond wood with silver leaf-painted table
Wood
Mid-Century Writing Desk by Arden
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Channel classic mid-century style with this elegant Writing Desk by Arden, a beautiful example of
Wood
Guglielmo Ulrich elegant walnut writing desk
By Italian school XX ct.
Located in Milano, IT
COD-z85 Guglielmo Ulrich Elegant walnut writing desk with beautiful floor cross and 4 shaped
Walnut
Demi-Lune Art Deco Desk in Black High Gloss Lacquered Wood, France 1930s
Located in Ulm, DE
table in a living space – as an elegant writing desk in a study or guest room – as a reception or
Beech
Louis XVI Style Center Table or Desk in Lacquered and Gilded Wood, 19th Century
Located in NICE, FR
. This versatile piece can serve as an elegant writing desk, a display table, or a refined centerpiece in
Glass, Giltwood
Elegant women's writing desk, France, circa 1900.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Elegant women's desk, France, circa 1900. Very good condition. Wood: walnut Dimensions: height
Brass
Elegant early 20th century Swedish birch writing desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Scandinavian writing desk, with art nouveau and deco influences. Veneered in a stunning golden birch, with
Birch
An Elegant 2 Drawer Writing Table or Reception Desk
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
An Elegant 2 Drawer Writing Table or Reception Desk The Desk stands on elegant reeded legs and
Teak
1950's Silvio Cavatorta elegant blond wood writing desk
By Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Milano, IT
Silvio Cavatorta (1899-1957) Elegant blond wood writing desk with two side drawers and magazine
Maple
$10,822Sale Price / item|15% Off
Joel's Desk 5 Elegant, Doubles as Writing Table, Two Legs
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Joel's Desk 5 Elegant, Doubles as Writing Table, Two Legs — Introduction: Crafting Elegance with
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
$2,890Sale Price|30% Off
Antique Georgian 18th Century Satin Walnut Bureau Desk Writing Table Elegant
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique Georgian 18th Century Satin Walnut Bureau Desk Writing Table – a rare and exquisite piece
Wood
Antique French Writing Desk, 1800s Solid Oak with Cabriole Legs Elegant Patina
Located in Firenze, IT
Elegant 1800s French provincial writing desk in solid oak with cabriole legs and rich patina, a
Iron
$5,128Sale Price|20% Off
20th Century Elegant Black Bureau Plat / Writing Desk in Louis XV, Beech
Located in Berlin, DE
20th century elegant black bureau plat / writing desk in Louis XV, beech Exclusive bureau plat
Bronze
20th Century Elegant Veneered Bureau Plat or Writing Desk in Louis XV Style
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant veneered bureau plat or desk in Louis XV style Solid beechwood and veneer. Very fine
Bronze
19th Century Swedish Writing Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 19th-century Swedish writing desk exemplifies the timeless charm of Gustavian design
Pine
Early 20th Century French Writing Desk
Located in New York, NY
An elegant French ladies’ writing desk, dating to the early 20th century, crafted in the Louis XV
Leather, Walnut
Elegant Neoclassical Desk by Baker
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant neoclassical desk, designed for Baker, circa 1960s. It is a versatile size and would make a
Brass
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
Wood
Elegant Italian Small Desk in Ash
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Writing desk, ash, brass, formica, Italy, 1950s Very elegant desk made in Italy in the 1950s. The
Brass
Italian Antique Walnut Marquetry Desk Writing Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian antique desk writing table with great veneer wood marquetry decorations
Brass
Mid-Century Walnut and Formica Top Writing Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant mid-century modern writing desk featuring a warm walnut wood frame and a durable Formica
Walnut
Elegant X Base Desk or Console Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant console table or desk, American, circa 1950s. This piece is a versatile size and can be
Metal
Porada Contemporary Walnut Writing Desk, Made in Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant and minimalist writing desk by Porada, Made in Italy. Crafted from beautifully grained
Walnut
Elegant French Art Deco Desk circa 1930s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant French Art Deco Desk, France, circa 1930s. Stylish tapered leg form with geometric inlaid
Metal
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
Brass
$3,400Sale Price|20% Off
Fine Arts Furniture Co. Elegant Mahogany Three Drawer Writing Table
By Fine Arts Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant and modern mahogany three drawer writing table from Fine Arts Furniture, Grand Rapids MI, a
Brass
Elegant Italian Small Desk in Cherry and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Writing desk, cherry, mahogany, brass, formica, Italy, 1950s Very elegant desk made in Italy in
Brass
Restored Biedermeier Writing Desk, Spruce, Maple Veneer, Austria, 1830s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Biedermeier writing desk comes from Austria from the early 19th century. It is made of
Wood, Maple, Lacquer, Spruce
19th Century Biedermeier Ash Writing desk, Austria - Vienna, Shellac
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Biedermeier writing desk comes from Austria (Vienna) from the 19th century. It is made
Wood, Ash, Lacquer
Antique Walnut and Marquetry Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
This elegant writing desk was created in France in the late 18th century, during the reign of King
Brass
Elefante Desk 14 Elegant, Multi-Use Configuration, Asymmetrical
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Elefante Desk 14 Elegant, Multi-Use Configuration, Asymmetrical — Introduction: Crafting Elegance
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Restored Mid-Century Writing Desk, Ash, Revived Polish, Czech, 1960s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Mid-Century writing desk originates from Czechoslovakia from the 1960s. It is an
Wood, Lacquer, Ash
Small English Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Writing Table / Desk c.1900
Located in Leicester, GB
A beautiful small English Victorian mahogany writing table. An elegant fitted desk from the earlier
Mahogany
1940's Small elegant desk with extraordinary side uprights
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Milano, IT
COD-2791 Guglielmo Ulrich (1904 -1977) Small elegant desk with extraordinary side uprights, four
Wood
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Louis XV Style Writing Desk or Center Table
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
Extremely elegant Louis XV Style writing desk or center table, with a gracefully adorned floral
Brass, Bronze
Danish Roll-Top Writing Desk in Elm, Scandinavian Mid-Century Design
Located in Stockholm, SE
This elegant roll-top writing desk, made in Denmark in the 1940s, is a fine example of the period’s
Elm
Elegant veneered bureau plat / desk in Louis XV style
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant veneered bureau plat / desk in Louis XV style Solid beech wood and veneer. Very fine
Brass, Bronze
Rare Art Nouveau Jugendstil Single Drawer Writing Desk Cabriole Louis Majorelle
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Peoria, AZ
, jugendstil desk. Tasteful and elegant, this single drawer writing desk has sensational lines and uniquely
Fruitwood, Oak
$1,925Sale Price|30% Off
Antique Georgian Revival Mahogany Writing Desk c.1880–1900, Dressing Table
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
quality Georgian Revival mahogany writing desk, dating from c.1880–1900. With elegant proportions and
Wood
Antique Boulle Style Inlaid Brass Ormolu Mount Ebonized Writing Table Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
Complete your work space with this elegantly painted and carved writing desk. Store your office supplies in
Brass
Italian Marquetry Walnut Burl Secretary Slant Front Desk Writing Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian desk, writing table, with slant drop front, with the beautiful light and dark
Brass
Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.
Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.
Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.
Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.
The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.
From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.
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