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French Walnut Desk with Hidden Drawer Detail, circa 1820
French Walnut Desk with Hidden Drawer Detail, circa 1820

French Walnut Desk with Hidden Drawer Detail, circa 1820

Located in Palm Desert, CA

An Amazingly Massive Example of a French Walnut Desk with Hidden Drawer Detail. Circa 1820.

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Antique 19th Century French Desks

Materials

Walnut

Antique Country French Walnut Desk ~ Writing Table
Antique Country French Walnut Desk ~ Writing Table

Antique Country French Walnut Desk ~ Writing Table

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique Country French Walnut Desk ~ Writing Table is a classic piece with understated elegance that is perfect for completing a home office, serve as a vanity table, or even behind ...

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Early 20th Century French Country Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique French Walnut Desk
Antique French Walnut Desk

Antique French Walnut Desk

Located in Miami, FL

Beautiful walnut bookcase piece that can be used as a desk or work table.

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Antique 1890s French Baroque Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

French Walnut Desk, Side Table or Writing Table, Louis XIII
French Walnut Desk, Side Table or Writing Table, Louis XIII

French Walnut Desk, Side Table or Writing Table, Louis XIII

Located in Labrit, Landes

French desk or side table, made circa 1660 Massive walnut and iron handles.

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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIII Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Walnut Desk with Barley Twist Legs and Brass Pulls
19th Century French Walnut Desk with Barley Twist Legs and Brass Pulls

19th Century French Walnut Desk with Barley Twist Legs and Brass Pulls

Located in New York, NY

19th century French barley twist legs desk. Center drawer. Decorative finial at cross stretcher local.

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Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

French 1800s Walnut Desk with Three Drawers, Carved Floral Motifs and Patina
French 1800s Walnut Desk with Three Drawers, Carved Floral Motifs and Patina

French 1800s Walnut Desk with Three Drawers, Carved Floral Motifs and Patina

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French walnut desk from the early 19th century with three drawers, carved motifs, H-Form cross stretcher and nice patina.

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Antique Early 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Specimen Collector's Chest of Drawers, French, Walnut Desk Box, Art Deco
Vintage Specimen Collector's Chest of Drawers, French, Walnut Desk Box, Art Deco

Vintage Specimen Collector's Chest of Drawers, French, Walnut Desk Box, Art Deco

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage specimen collector's chest of drawers. A French, solid walnut four drawer executive desk box, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1930.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Scientific Instruments

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Desk
19th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Desk

19th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Desk

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Beautiful 19th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Desk with immaculate new embossed leather writing surface.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Louis XV Walnut Kidney Kneehole Desk
French Louis XV Walnut Kidney Kneehole Desk

French Louis XV Walnut Kidney Kneehole Desk

Located in Queens, NY

19th century French Louis XV style walnut kidney shaped kneehole desk with gilt trim and brass scroll handles.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Louis XV Style Walnut Table Desk

French Louis XV Style Walnut Table Desk

Located in Queens, NY

French Louis XV style (19/20th Century) walnut table desk with gilt trim and stretcher.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th Century French Walnut Venner Desk, 1940s
Early 20th Century French Walnut Venner Desk, 1940s

Early 20th Century French Walnut Venner Desk, 1940s

Located in Miami, FL

Early 20th Century French walnut veneer and marquetry dressing table with wooden drawers and bronze handles. The floral marquetry work is detailed and balanced.

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th Century French Walnut Venner Desk, 1940s
Early 20th Century French Walnut Venner Desk, 1940s

Early 20th Century French Walnut Venner Desk, 1940s

Located in Miami, FL

20th Century French walnut veneer and marquetry dressing table with wooden drawers crest and bronze handles.

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Black Lacquer Walnut Desk, France, 20th Century
Art Deco Black Lacquer Walnut Desk, France, 20th Century

Art Deco Black Lacquer Walnut Desk, France, 20th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

Elegant French Art Deco desk from the 20th century, expertly refinished in a deep piano-black high-gloss lacquer over walnut, enhancing its geometric silhouette and timeless sophisti...

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20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Modern Walnut Wood Desk Handmade Executive Desk Luxury French Writing Desks
Modern Walnut Wood Desk Handmade Executive Desk Luxury French Writing Desks

Modern Walnut Wood Desk Handmade Executive Desk Luxury French Writing Desks

Located in København N, DK

There is a fire that does not harm or destroy, and brings benefits, takes away unnecessary and unnecessary, burdensome and brings ease and purity. It does not turn everything that ge...

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21st Century and Contemporary European Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing...

Materials

Steel

French Louis XV Walnut Side Table or Writing Desk
French Louis XV Walnut Side Table or Writing Desk

French Louis XV Walnut Side Table or Writing Desk

Located in Hopewell, NJ

French 19th-century walnut side table or writing table, characterized by the refined simplicity of provincial craftsmanship.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Stunning French Empire Style Walnut Writing Desk
Stunning French Empire Style Walnut Writing Desk

Stunning French Empire Style Walnut Writing Desk

Located in Crawley, GB

We delight to offer sell this stunning large French Empire style walnut desk having a gilt tooled green leather top with a ormolu edge and scrolling mounts flanked by an arrangement ...

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Early 20th Century British Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Ormolu

Walnut and lacquer desk
Walnut and lacquer desk

Walnut and lacquer desk

By Franck Genser

Located in PARIS, FR

The Chumtak desk, a spectacular piece from the Pouvoir collection, embodies both power and serenity. Its base is crafted from American walnut, while the top features a sfumato lacque...

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2010s French Brutalist Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

French Walnut Louis XVI Design Desk
French Walnut Louis XVI Design Desk

French Walnut Louis XVI Design Desk

Located in Dallas, TX

The French Walnut Louis XVI Design Desk is a stylish and elegant piece of furniture, perfect for adding a touch of sophistication to a home office or study.

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Desks

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Classic French 18th Century Empire Walnut Kneehole Writing Desk
Classic French 18th Century Empire Walnut Kneehole Writing Desk

Classic French 18th Century Empire Walnut Kneehole Writing Desk

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Found near Paris, France, we purchased this museum quality 18th century Empire style desk for its impeccable quality and style.

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Antique 18th Century French Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Solid walnut desk, popular art, France, Savoie, circa 1900
Solid walnut desk, popular art, France, Savoie, circa 1900

Solid walnut desk, popular art, France, Savoie, circa 1900

Located in LYON, FR

Unique piece, desk made by a Savoyard craftsman around 1900. Unique with its natural tree trunk base and its small shelves which give it incredible charm. Its waxed solid walnut top ...

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Antique Early 1900s French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Louis XVI Style, Writing Desk, Bookmatched Walnut, Bronze, France, 1920s
Louis XVI Style, Writing Desk, Bookmatched Walnut, Bronze, France, 1920s

Louis XVI Style, Writing Desk, Bookmatched Walnut, Bronze, France, 1920s

Located in Stamford, CT

Louis XVI Style, Writing Desk, Bookmatched Walnut, Bronze, France, 1920s A fully refinished Louis XVI style writing desk from early 20th century France.

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Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Diminutive French Louis XIV Style Walnut Writing Table Desk
Diminutive French Louis XIV Style Walnut Writing Table Desk

Diminutive French Louis XIV Style Walnut Writing Table Desk

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Charming 19th century French writing table or desk made in a diminutive scale or ladies bureau plat size.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique French Inlaid Walnut Ormolu Mounted Desk / Writing Table
Antique French Inlaid Walnut Ormolu Mounted Desk / Writing Table

Antique French Inlaid Walnut Ormolu Mounted Desk / Writing Table

Located in London, GB

An absolutely stunning and early antique French inlaid walnut ormolu mounted desk / writing table.

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Antique Early 1800s French Louis XIV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Antique French Carved Walnut Desk Chair, Circa 1880.
Antique French Carved Walnut Desk Chair, Circa 1880.

Antique French Carved Walnut Desk Chair, Circa 1880.

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French carved walnut desk chair, circa 1880. With Burgundy Leather Upholstery.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Writing Desk, Black Lacquer & Walnut, French Design, Extensible
Art Deco Writing Desk, Black Lacquer & Walnut, French Design, Extensible

Art Deco Writing Desk, Black Lacquer & Walnut, French Design, Extensible

Located in Lisbon, PT

An impactful back color refinished Art Deco writing desk with walnut and chromed cast iron detailed base with three drawers and side extensive platforms. Height from Floor to Table...

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20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique French Pedestal Desk Walnut 1880
Antique French Pedestal Desk Walnut 1880

Antique French Pedestal Desk Walnut 1880

Located in Potters Bar, GB

French burr walnut pedestal desk This unusual desk has an arrangement of 9 drawers with brass swan neck handles Featuring a wide molding to the bottom of the desk and turned bun feet...

Category

Antique 1880s Desks

Materials

Walnut

Sevres Plaques Inset Bronze Mounted Parquetry Walnut French Secretary Desk
Sevres Plaques Inset Bronze Mounted Parquetry Walnut French Secretary Desk

Sevres Plaques Inset Bronze Mounted Parquetry Walnut French Secretary Desk

By François Linke

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This magnificent French secretary desk is a true showcase of artistry and craftsmanship, distinguished by its rare Sevres porcelain plaques, rich parquetry inlay, and luxurious bronz...

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Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Gothic Walnut Writing Desk with Leather Top
19th Century French Gothic Walnut Writing Desk with Leather Top

19th Century French Gothic Walnut Writing Desk with Leather Top

Located in Dallas, TX

This exceptional 19th-century French Gothic Writing Desk is crafted from richly patinaed solid walnut and showcases the dramatic architectural character of the Gothic Revival period.

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Antique 1870s French Gothic Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Desk, Black Lacquer, Walnut, Metal, France circa 1950
Art Deco Desk, Black Lacquer, Walnut, Metal, France circa 1950

Art Deco Desk, Black Lacquer, Walnut, Metal, France circa 1950

Located in Regensburg, DE

Large, strongly curved Art Deco desk in black lacquer with metal accents, France circa 1940–1950.

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Art Deco Black Lacquer Desk by French Designer, Walnut & Chrome, 1940s
Art Deco Black Lacquer Desk by French Designer, Walnut & Chrome, 1940s

Art Deco Black Lacquer Desk by French Designer, Walnut & Chrome, 1940s

Located in Miami, FL

Spectacular long rectangular Black Lacquered French Art Deco Desk writing Table . Made of prestigious walnut lacquered wood .

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Desk by Hirler of Alsace
Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Desk by Hirler of Alsace

Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Desk by Hirler of Alsace

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Desk by Hirler of Alsace is a remarkable example of the revival of classic styles that has occurred dozens of times since the days of the ancient Gree...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Fine French Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk with Gilt Bronze Ormolu Mounts c1880
Fine French Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk with Gilt Bronze Ormolu Mounts c1880

Fine French Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk with Gilt Bronze Ormolu Mounts c1880

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

A large and impressive 19th century French pedestal desk, crafted in beautifully figured burr walnut and mounted with finely cast gilt bronze ormolu.

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Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Neoclassical Walnut Writing Desk with Gilt Leather Top
19th Century French Neoclassical Walnut Writing Desk with Gilt Leather Top

19th Century French Neoclassical Walnut Writing Desk with Gilt Leather Top

Located in Madrid, ES

French writing desk dating from the late 19th century, crafted in finely figured French walnut and inspired by the Louis XVI and early Empire neoclassical tradition.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

18th Century Kingwood and Walnut Ladies French Secretary Louis XV Desk
18th Century Kingwood and Walnut Ladies French Secretary Louis XV Desk

18th Century Kingwood and Walnut Ladies French Secretary Louis XV Desk

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This 18th century French ladies secretary desk is a fine example of Louis XV craftsmanship, beautifully constructed in kingwood and walnut with elegant proportions and refined detail...

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Antique 1780s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Kingwood, Walnut

French Louis XVI Inlaid Burled Walnut Desk with Embossed Leather Top
French Louis XVI Inlaid Burled Walnut Desk with Embossed Leather Top

French Louis XVI Inlaid Burled Walnut Desk with Embossed Leather Top

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Just in from Avignon - this lovely French Louis XVI burled walnut desk has an inlaid molding on all five drawers and a beautiful red embossed leather top.

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Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

French 19th Century Belle Époque Period Mahogany, Burl Walnut and Ormolu Desk
French 19th Century Belle Époque Period Mahogany, Burl Walnut and Ormolu Desk

French 19th Century Belle Époque Period Mahogany, Burl Walnut and Ormolu Desk

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A handsome and most impressive French 19th century Louis XVI st. Belle Époque period mahogany, burl walnut and ormolu desk.

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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

French Walnut Louis Philippe Desk Leather Top Writing Table, 19th Century
French Walnut Louis Philippe Desk Leather Top Writing Table, 19th Century

French Walnut Louis Philippe Desk Leather Top Writing Table, 19th Century

Located in Labrit, Landes

French 19th century Louis Philippe pine desk, the top is recovered of coated fabric. Ten drawers of different size. Table height: 31.50 in. (80 cm) Height between the floor and the ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Hekman Furniture French Empire Burled Walnut Leather Top Desk, Circa 1960s
Hekman Furniture French Empire Burled Walnut Leather Top Desk, Circa 1960s

Hekman Furniture French Empire Burled Walnut Leather Top Desk, Circa 1960s

By Hekman Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Empire or Neoclassical style desk By Hekman Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Beautiful burled walnut, with embossed green leather top, ebonized and gold gilt columns, ...

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Vintage 1960s American Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique Louis XV Walnut Side Table or Ladies Desk, France, Circa 1730
Antique Louis XV Walnut Side Table or Ladies Desk, France, Circa 1730

Antique Louis XV Walnut Side Table or Ladies Desk, France, Circa 1730

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This antique French Louis XV side table, or ladies desk, is a real 18th century gem.

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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Fine French Walnut and Gilt Metal Mounted Bureau Writing Desk
Fine French Walnut and Gilt Metal Mounted Bureau Writing Desk

Fine French Walnut and Gilt Metal Mounted Bureau Writing Desk

Located in Crawley, GB

We delight to offer for sake this amazing French Walnut and Gilt Metal-Mounted Bureau, late 19th century, with a three-quarter pierced brass gallery above three small drawers and a ...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-19th Century French Henri II Style Walnut Writing Table or Desk
Mid-19th Century French Henri II Style Walnut Writing Table or Desk

Mid-19th Century French Henri II Style Walnut Writing Table or Desk

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This late nineteenth century French Henri II style writing table is constructed of solid walnut and features paneled sides. Two drawers of dovetail construction are appointed with br...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th Century French Spelter and Walnut Desk Garniture Set
Early 20th Century French Spelter and Walnut Desk Garniture Set

Early 20th Century French Spelter and Walnut Desk Garniture Set

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a desk or study with this charming antique desk accessory set crafted in France, circa 1920.

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Early 20th Century French Desk Sets

Materials

Spelter

18 th Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Lectern Desk on Stand
18 th Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Lectern Desk on Stand

18 th Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Lectern Desk on Stand

Located in Dallas, TX

Bring a touch of French provincial charm to your home with this elegant antique slant-top desk.

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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique French Burr Walnut Writing Table Desk Bureau Plat 19th Century
Antique French Burr Walnut Writing Table Desk Bureau Plat 19th Century

Antique French Burr Walnut Writing Table Desk Bureau Plat 19th Century

Located in London, GB

A gorgeous antique French ormolu mounted burr walnut library table, circa 1870 in date. Featuring king wood banding, the shaped top with an inset gold tooled green leather writing s...

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Antique 1870s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century French Black Forest Carved Walnut Smoker’s Desk Set
19th Century French Black Forest Carved Walnut Smoker’s Desk Set

19th Century French Black Forest Carved Walnut Smoker’s Desk Set

Located in Dallas, TX

Crafted in France circa 1870, the finely carved walnut stand is executed in an elongated oval form and richly embellished with deeply carved foliage, vines and berry clusters in high...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Black Forest Desk Sets

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Single Plank Top Side Table Desk
19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Single Plank Top Side Table Desk

19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Single Plank Top Side Table Desk

Located in Dallas, TX

Elegant and understated, this 19th-century side table desk was crafted in the Poitou region of France circa 1840 during the Louis Philippe period.

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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis Philippe Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

French Louis XVI Style Walnut Writing Desk with Leather Top, Early 20th Century
French Louis XVI Style Walnut Writing Desk with Leather Top, Early 20th Century

French Louis XVI Style Walnut Writing Desk with Leather Top, Early 20th Century

Located in BÉTERA, ES

Elegant early 20th century walnut writing desk in the Louis XVI taste, featuring refined neoclassical lines and beautiful figured walnut veneers.

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Sligh Furniture French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Writing Desk, Circa 1960s
Sligh Furniture French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Writing Desk, Circa 1960s

Sligh Furniture French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Writing Desk, Circa 1960s

By Sligh Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style writing desk or bureau plat desk By Sligh Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Carved walnut, with black leather top, and original brass hardware.

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Vintage 1960s American Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Napoleon III Period Walnut Desk/games Table
Napoleon III Period Walnut Desk/games Table

Napoleon III Period Walnut Desk/games Table

Located in Brussels, Brussels

A charming and rare Napoleon III period walnut desk that transforms into a games table. The delightful writing surface is covered in tan leather and features a small cylinder drawer ...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century French Desk
Mid-Century French Desk

Mid-Century French Desk

Located in Houston, TX

Desk is created out of walnut wood with light polish, 4 elongated legs are ebonized, which presents juxtaposition between light and dark colors of the wood.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

French Louis XV Rococo Style Walnut Writing Desk Table Circa 1960s
French Louis XV Rococo Style Walnut Writing Desk Table Circa 1960s

French Louis XV Rococo Style Walnut Writing Desk Table Circa 1960s

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Whether placed in a library, salon, or bedroom, this Rococo-inspired desk adds sophistication and historic charm. Ideal for collectors and admirers of French furniture, this 1960s L...

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Vintage 1960s North American Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

18th century French walnut roll top desk
18th century French walnut roll top desk

18th century French walnut roll top desk

Located in Augusta, GA

Beautiful carved French roll top desk with carved ribbons and flowers

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Antique 1780s French Louis XV Desks

Materials

Wood

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French Walnut Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic French walnut desk available at 1stDibs. A French walnut desk — often made from wood, walnut and metal — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a French walnut desk, we have 927 options in-stock, while there are 18 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a French walnut desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A French walnut desk, designed in the Louis XV, Louis XVI or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Benjamin Graindorge, YMER&MALTA and Baker Furniture Company each produced at least one beautiful French walnut desk that is worth considering.

How Much is a French Walnut Desk?

Prices for a French walnut desk start at $155 and top out at $148,500 with the average selling for $3,937.
Questions About French Walnut Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.