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19th Century Aged Japanese Office Desk
Located in West Hollywood, CA
46 1/2" W x 28 1/8" H x 28 1/4" D Kneehole: 17 1/2" W x 23" H x 26" D Drawers: 10" W x 5" H x 14 1/2" D
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Antique 1890s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Aged Japanese Office Desk
19th Century Aged Japanese Office Desk
H 28.13 in W 46.5 in D 28.25 in
Antique English Satinwood Desk in the Japanese Manner circa 1900
Located in Norwich, GB
An antique Edwardian Japanese manner satinwood inverted breakfront desk, with leather and gilt
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Early 20th Century English Anglo-Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Satinwood

Japanese Antique, Desk, Writing Tables, Taisho period (1912-1926 CE)
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
from Japan's Taisho period (1912-1926 CE), serves as both a desk and a table. is a rarity in Japanese
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chestnut, Oak

Set for Writing Desk, Japan, 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Set for writing desk, Japan 20th century. Very good conditions. This artwork is shipped from
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20th Century Japanese More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Set for Writing Desk, Japan, 20th Century
Set for Writing Desk, Japan, 20th Century
H 3.94 in W 9.06 in D 0.6 in
Carved Japanese Desk and Chair Set Bureau 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Highly sought after antique Japanese desk with matching chair Hand carved from hardwood with some
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Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Carved Japanese Desk and Chair Set Bureau 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Highly sought after antique Japanese desk with matching chair Hand carved from hardwood with some
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Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

English 19th Century Japanned Desk with Black and Gold Chinoiserie Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English japanned kneehole desk from the 19th century with black and gold Chinoiserie décor
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Antique 19th Century English Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Giorgio Collection Absolute Presidential Desk Glossy Japanese Tamo Wood
By Giorgio Collection
Located in New York, NY
Desk in moka japanese tamos burl veneer in high gloss polyester with 5 full extension drawers with
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2010s Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Polyester, Ash

George III Red Japanned Writing Desk/Side Table with Chinoiserie Scenes
Located in Hastings, GB
An outstanding bow fronted George III writing desk/side table, red jappaned with applied
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Antique 1780s English George III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Japanese carved wood desk.
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality Japanese carved wood desk, having wonderful carved exotic flowers and foliage to the
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Desks

Materials

Softwood

19th Century Japanese carved wood desk.
19th Century Japanese carved wood desk.
H 55.52 in W 38.98 in D 27.56 in
Rare Walnut Desk in the Anglo-Japanese Style Designed by Thomas Jeckyll
By Thomas Jeckyll, Charles Hindley & Sons
Located in London, GB
A fine and rare walnut desk in the Anglo-Japanese style designed by Thomas Jeckyll and made by
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Antique Late 19th Century Anglo-Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Japanese Art Nouveau Dragon Carved 4 Drawer Partners Desk and Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Japanese Art Nouveau Dragon carved 4 drawer partners desk and chair. Set includes (1
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Pagodic Desk
Located in DE MEERN, UT
The style of this standing desk is a mix between Japanese pagodas and modern skyscrapers. It is an
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2010s Dutch Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut, Bamboo, Padouk, Purpleheart, Teak

Pagodic Desk
Pagodic Desk
H 44.49 in W 72.84 in D 29.53 in
Cees Braakman EU01 Japanese Series desk Pastoe The Netherlands 1958
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful shaped writing desk model EU01 of the Japanese Series designed by Cees Braakman for
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Intersekt Desk
Located in Dubai, AE
Drawing inspiration from Japanese minimalism, the Intersekt collection elevates its design with a
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2010s Emirian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Limestone

Intersekt Desk
Intersekt Desk
H 29.93 in W 70.87 in D 31.5 in
“Japanese Series” Desk by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, Netherlands 1960
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A beautiful Dutch design desk from the highly wanted Japanese Series designed by Cees Braakman
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

19th Century Japanese Style Desk
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A 19th Century English desk/dressing table featuring its original painted decoration in the then
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Antique 19th Century English Chinoiserie Desks

Materials

Ash

19th Century Japanese Style Desk
19th Century Japanese Style Desk
H 31.89 in W 45.28 in D 24.41 in
19th Century English Queen Anne Writing Desk Red Lacquered Chinoiserie Japanned
Located in Hyattsville, MD
19th Century English Queen Anne Red Lacquered Chinoiserie Desk, No key. Draw is working smoothly
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Antique Early 19th Century English Queen Anne Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Paint

Nara Tobacco Desk
By Galimberti Nino
Located in Milan, IT
This desk was inspired by traits of Art Deco and architecture typical of the Japanese city of Nara
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2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Nara Tobacco Desk
Nara Tobacco Desk
H 29.53 in W 59.06 in D 30.71 in
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Wisteria Inaba 4 Piece Desk Set
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese brass four-piece desk set with polychrome cloisonne enamel decor. Meiji era
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Desk Sets

Materials

Enamel

Antique Desk Drawer, Japanese Ebonised Pine Desktop Folio, Victorian, Edo Period
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique desk drawer. A Japanese, ebonised pine desktop folio, dating to the early
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Desk Sets

Materials

Pine

George III Red Japanned Slant Lid Desk
Located in Essex, MA
With later decoration with hinged slant lid and fitted interior, drawer below and square section legs.
Category

Antique 1780s English George III Desks

Materials

Pine

George III Red Japanned Slant Lid Desk
George III Red Japanned Slant Lid Desk
H 38 in W 30.25 in D 20.5 in
The Square Desk, Square Armchair, Carbonized Finish with Shou Sugi Ban, Japanese
Located in São Paulo, SP
The Square Desk was inspired by the design of Brazilian modern furniture from the 1950s and 1960s
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Straw, Wood

George III Scarlet Gilt Japanned Desk
Located in London, GB
A English George III scarlet gilt-japanned desk; superbly, later decorated with rich gilt
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Antique Early 1800s English George III Desks

Materials

Brass

George III Scarlet Gilt Japanned Desk
George III Scarlet Gilt Japanned Desk
H 42.52 in W 37.8 in D 19.69 in
Antique Japanese Meiji Export Hardwood Mt. Fuji Dragon Carved Desk and Chair Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Japanese Meiji period export hardwood Mt. Fuji dragon carved desk and chair set. Set
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Early 20th Century Chinese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Bureau Desk Fall Front Japanning Tortoishell Gilding Chinoiserie
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A rare, late-17th century / early-18th century, fall front bureau with gilded Chinoiserie Japanning
Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Chinoiserie Desks

Materials

Lacquer

Japan Series Writing Desk EU02 in Teak by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, Netherlands
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Halle, DE
Teak desk from the 1950s, designed by Cees Braakman manufactured by Pastoe, Netherlands. Blackend
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

19th Century Chinoiserie Desk
Located in New Orleans, LA
This French, 19th century Chinoiserie black lacquer and gilded kneehole desk features an impressive
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Chinoiserie Desk
19th Century Chinoiserie Desk
H 33 in W 48 in D 21 in
bbpr ultrarare writing desk early
By Studio BBPR
Located in Medesano, IT
the BBPR Studio is celebrated for. The design also incorporates a distinctive Japanese intellectual
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

bbpr ultrarare writing desk early
bbpr ultrarare writing desk early
No Reserve
H 31.89 in W 78.75 in D 31.5 in
Katakana Desk by Dare Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Katakana desk by Dare Studio Dimensions: W 120 x D 70 x H 85 Materials: American black walnut
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2010s British Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Katakana Desk by Dare Studio
Katakana Desk by Dare Studio
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 27.56 in
19th Century Japanned English Victorian Papier Mâché Mother of Pearl Desk Set
Located in Forney, TX
An English Victorian Japanned papier mache desk set with mother of pearl inlay and elaborate rich
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Other

Senufo Desk by Arno Declercq
By Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Sugi Ban" an ancient Japanese technique where the objects are burned to protect the wood from
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2010s Belgian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Senufo Desk by Arno Declercq
Senufo Desk by Arno Declercq
H 28.75 in W 70.87 in D 20.08 in
Japanned 19th Century Pedestal Desk, Attributed to Viardot
By Gabriel Viardot
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A wonderfully stylized Japanned partners pedestal desk, having carved, inlaid and engraved
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Antique 19th Century French Japonisme Desks

Materials

Fruitwood

Shika Desk by A+A Cooren
Located in Geneve, CH
Shika desk by A+A Cooren Materials: Base in chromed or black lacquered metal. Upper top in green
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2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Shika Desk by A+A Cooren
Shika Desk by A+A Cooren
H 29.14 in W 33.47 in D 19.3 in
Desk Console, Unique Daté Kan Stone Sculptural Design by Okurayama
By Okurayama Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Desk console, unique Daté Kan stone sculptural design by Okurayama Materiel: Oak and Daté Kan
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2010s Japanese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stone

Studio Walnut Desk by Phillip Lloyd Powell
By Phillip Lloyd Powell
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning desk with drawers and compartment in walnut by Phillip Lloyd Powell (1919-2008). The
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Of Group 1 Desk by Isamu Kenmochi for Tendo Mokko, 1971
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Venezia, VENETO
This desk has been designed by Isamu Kenmochi for OF Group 1 Collection at Tendo Mokko in 1971. It
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Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Antique Chinese Japanese Bronze Inkwell Male Bust Pair French Ormolu Desk Set
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Very stylish patinated bronze desk inkwell modelled as a bust of a Chinese or Japanese figure
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Regency Desk Sets

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Chinoiserie Imperial Red English Writing Partners Desk / Library Table, 19th C
Located in Charleston, SC
chain motif and finished in a spade foot. The Japanned Partners Desk is finished all around with three
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Antique Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Lacquer

Antique Asian Oriental japaneese Burned Bamboo Hand Painted Decorated Desk Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Antique Asian Oriental Chinese burned bamboo hand painted decorated desk writing table.
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20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Contemporary Beauty Desk, Makeup Table, Writing Table, Mirror, Oak, Brass Medulu
By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Beauty desk with simple lines and sophisticated details. Vivian is ideal for intimate environments
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century George III Style Red Japanned Knee-Hole Desk
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th century George III chinoiserie knee-hole desk. The gilt chinoiserie is on a red lacquered
Category

Antique 19th Century English Chinoiserie Desks

Materials

Wood

Cavalletto Table Desk by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina, Italy 1970s
By Gavina, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare project by the Japanese architect and designer Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina. Metal base, top
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Pine & Brass Rødby Rådhus Desk by Ebbe & Karen Clemmensen, 1953
By Karen & Ebbe Clemmensen
Located in London, GB
A teak, Oregon pine, and brass desk, designed by Ebbe & Karen Clemmensen, in 1953 for the Rødby
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Postmodern Pyramid Desk or Table Clock by Makiko Taniguchi, Japan, 1980s
By Memphis Milano
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful post-modern black and red triangle desk / table / mantel clock from the 1980s. Designed
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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Metal

French Mid-Century Ebonized and Mirrored Desk, by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
French mid-century (1940s) ebonized and mirrored desk with five drawers and an off-white leather
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Vintage 1940s French Directoire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mirror, Leather, Wood

Desk or Writing Table Glass Crystal Geometric Shape Collectible Design Italy
By Barberini & Gunnell
Located in Ancona, Marche
The desk 'Origami' is made of extra-clear crystal glass. Each sheet of extra-clear crystal glass is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass

Desk or Writing Table Geometric Glass Crystal Collectible Design Handmade Italy
By Barberini & Gunnell
Located in Ancona, Marche
The executive desk 'Origami' is made of extra-clear crystal glass. Each sheet of extra-clear
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass

Wall Street Dollar Sign and Bull Brass Desk Paperweights
Located in New York, NY
mid to late-20th century. Great desk accessories. Dimensions: Dollar sign: 2.82" W x 4.49
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Late 20th Century Japanese Modern Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Early Chinoiserie Japanned Leather Top Desk and Chair Set - Nichols and Stone
By Nichols & Stone
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful japanned Nichols & Stone chinoiserie desk and matching chair set. The desk itself is
Category

Early 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Desks

Materials

Metal

"Hunting table" desk or dining table by Børge Mogensen, Søborg Denmark
By Soborg Furniture Factory, Børge Mogensen
Located in Hägersten, SE
with teak feet. Brass runners and table top in teak. Works perfectly as either a dining table or desk
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Dakota Jackson French Art Deco Postmodern Mahogany Executive Partners Desk 96"
By Dakota Jackson
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Dakota Jackson post modern Art Deco style executive partners desk featuring mahogany with
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Desk or Writing Table Crystal Glass Origami Design Collectible Made in Italy
By Barberini & Gunnell
Located in Ancona, Marche
The desk 'Origami' is made of extra-clear crystal glass. Each sheet of extra-clear crystal glass is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Crystal

Jean Prouvé Compas Direction Desk in Natural Oak and Black Metal for Vitra
By Jean Prouvé, Vitra
Located in Glendale, CA
Jean Prouvé Compas Direction desk in natural oak and black metal for Vitra. Originally designed in
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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writin...

Materials

Steel, Metal

Galucharme Desk Accessories Set #4 by Nino Basso
By Design Center 1991, Nino Basso
Located in Milan, IT
In Japan, shagreen was documented and preserved since started appearing on sword hilts and armor of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Leather

Five Piece Art Deco Desk Set by Silver Crest Bronze Co.
By Silver Crest Bronze
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice five piece Art Deco desk set in sterling silver coated bronze by Silver Crest Bronze Co
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Early 20th Century Japanese Post-Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Cees Braakman for Pastoe Model EU02 Japanese Series Desk and Chair in Teak, 1950
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Japanese series desk and chair in teak by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, Netherlands, 1950s. Very cool
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

French 19th C.Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Bureau-Plat Desk Attr. Paul Sormani
By Paul Sormani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
veneered with panels of Japanese lacquer, another sure indication of the intervention of a marchand-mercier
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Chair with skateboard wheels Hajime Okajima Y2K style design
By Marc Newson, Idée Japan
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Swivel desk chair with skateboard wheels. it's a funny chair which can rotate around by four
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Early 2000s Japanese Space Age Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

1980s Modern Seiko Quartz Skeleton Desk Clock in Brass
By Seiko
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1980s Modern Seiko Skeleton Quartz desk clock in brass Measures: 8.75 tall x 2.25 depth x 7.38
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Vintage 1980s Japanese Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

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Japanese Desk Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Japanese desk desk for your home. A Japanese desk desk — often made from metal, wood and plastic — can elevate any home. There are 323 variations of the antique or vintage Japanese desk desk you’re looking for, while we also have 16 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the Japanese desk desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right Japanese desk desk, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made Japanese desk desk has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Cees Braakman, UMS Pastoe and Dansk Designs are consistently popular.

How Much is a Japanese Desk Desk?

A Japanese desk desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,268, while the lowest priced sells for $65 and the highest can go for as much as $229,500.
Questions About Japanese Desk Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A peninsula desk is a two-sided desk, with each side designed with one long drawer. This functional desk makes working with a partner easy. You can shop a collection of peninsula desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A hutch is a set of cabinets or shelves placed on top of a desk. Hutches can also be found on counters, drawers, and even cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A captain’s desk is sometimes referred to as Davenport desk. It is a small desk with an inclined desktop that can be lifted to access large storage space. It has smaller spaces in the form of small drawers and pigeonholes on the sides. This desk owes its name to Captain Josiah Davenport (1771–1836) who was the first to commission the design. Find a collection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A tanker desk is a type of desk made of a simple rectangular working surface that rests on two pedestals. A tanker desk can also take the form of a large surface that rests on a pair of small cabinets consisting of drawers of multiple sizes. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tanker desks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A Murphy desk is a wall-mounted desk that folds out to provide a work surface for a laptop, tablet, documents, and other items. It is a great solution if you have a little space or don't require a full desk every day. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murphy desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A captain’s desk is a type of desk that you stand at rather than sit in front of. It usually has an angled desktop and decorative molding. Captain Josiah Davenport commissioned the British furniture maker Gillows of Lancaster to design the first one in the late 18th century. Sometimes, people refer to the furnishing as a Davenport desk in his honor. Shop a variety of captain’s desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A person of average height should have a desk that is 28 to 30 inches high.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    A kidney desk is a desk that has a curvy top that is similar in shape to a human kidney. Many kidney desks are very ornate, showing off details like vellum-lined tabletops and parquetry inlay. Shop a selection of kidney desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To date a desk, first look for any stamps or labels that tell you the name of the company that produced it. You can then use the maker information to research the piece using trusted online resources. In some cases, you may even find a manufacturing date on the piece. If you have difficulty determining how old a piece is, seek help from a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A console desk is a high, narrow table called a console table that can double as a desk. It is often used by people who work from home in a communal space, such as a hallway or a living room, as a workspace. Some console tables feature built-in storage, like drawers or shelves. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of console tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, a desk costs between $374 and $190,530.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A good desk size depends on your usage. Usually, a standard large desk that suits most uses is 60 x 30 inches, with a height of 30 inches. You could use this size as a baseline, as a desk of this size will work well for most general uses. Find antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A good desk lamp is going to make a substantial difference in any home, office or studio. The ideal desk lamp should provide apt task lighting, be easy to use, and also be aesthetically pleasing. Find a wide range of unique and elegant desk lamps on 1stDibs today.