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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
Category

Antique 1780s English George III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

George III Red Japanned Writing Desk/Side Table with Chinoiserie Scenes
George III Red Japanned Writing Desk/Side Table with Chinoiserie Scenes

George III Red Japanned Writing Desk/Side Table with Chinoiserie Scenes

H 28.55 in W 36.42 in D 20.87 in
Japanese Antique, Desk, Writing Tables, Taisho period (1912-1926 CE)
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
Taisho era Antique Desk/Writing Tables- Oak and Chestnut, Repainted Black This desk, an antique
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chestnut, Oak

Japanese Antique, Desk, Writing Tables, Taisho period (1912-1926 CE)
Japanese Antique, Desk, Writing Tables, Taisho period (1912-1926 CE)

Japanese Antique, Desk, Writing Tables, Taisho period (1912-1926 CE)

H 29.73 in W 41.74 in D 25.99 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
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Queen Anne Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Paint

19th Century English Queen Anne Writing Desk Red Lacquered Chinoiserie Japanned
19th Century English Queen Anne Writing Desk Red Lacquered Chinoiserie Japanned

19th Century English Queen Anne Writing Desk Red Lacquered Chinoiserie Japanned

H 29.25 in W 35.5 in D 23 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
Category

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

Materials

Brass

bbpr ultrarare writing desk early
bbpr ultrarare writing desk early

bbpr ultrarare writing desk early

No Reserve
H 31.89 in W 78.75 in D 31.5 in
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
Category

Antique 1890s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Aged Japanese Office Desk
19th Century Aged Japanese Office Desk

19th Century Aged Japanese Office Desk

H 28.13 in W 46.5 in D 28.25 in
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
Category

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

Materials

Teak

Japan Series Writing Desk EU02 in Teak by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, Netherlands
Japan Series Writing Desk EU02 in Teak by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, Netherlands

Japan Series Writing Desk EU02 in Teak by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, Netherlands

H 28.35 in W 61.82 in D 31.11 in
19th Century Bamboo Desk / Writing Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Handsome 19th century bamboo desk with two painted & japanned drawers. Raffia covered writing
Category

Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Raffia

19th Century Bamboo Desk / Writing Table
19th Century Bamboo Desk / Writing Table

19th Century Bamboo Desk / Writing Table

H 29.75 in W 36.5 in D 22.75 in
Chinoiserie Imperial Red English Writing Partners Desk / Library Table, 19th C
Located in Charleston, SC
This Elegant English Chinoiserie Partners Writing Desk / Library Table with Exotic Scenes is
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Lacquer

Chinoiserie Imperial Red English Writing Partners Desk / Library Table, 19th C
Chinoiserie Imperial Red English Writing Partners Desk / Library Table, 19th C

Chinoiserie Imperial Red English Writing Partners Desk / Library Table, 19th C

H 30.5 in W 54 in D 29.5 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
Category

Early 20th Century English Anglo-Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Satinwood

Antique English Satinwood Desk in the Japanese Manner circa 1900
Antique English Satinwood Desk in the Japanese Manner circa 1900

Antique English Satinwood Desk in the Japanese Manner circa 1900

H 31.11 in W 50.99 in D 21.86 in
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
Category

2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Beauty Desk, Makeup Table, Writing Table, Mirror, Oak, Brass Medulu
Contemporary Beauty Desk, Makeup Table, Writing Table, Mirror, Oak, Brass Medulu

Contemporary Beauty Desk, Makeup Table, Writing Table, Mirror, Oak, Brass Medulu

H 51.97 in W 45.67 in D 16.93 in
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
Category

Antique 19th Century English Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

English 19th Century Japanned Desk with Black and Gold Chinoiserie Décor
English 19th Century Japanned Desk with Black and Gold Chinoiserie Décor

English 19th Century Japanned Desk with Black and Gold Chinoiserie Décor

H 30.25 in W 36 in D 22 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
Category

Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Carved Japanese Desk and Chair Set Bureau 1880
Carved Japanese Desk and Chair Set Bureau 1880

Carved Japanese Desk and Chair Set Bureau 1880

H 58.5 in W 46 in D 28 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
Category

Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Carved Japanese Desk and Chair Set Bureau 1880
Carved Japanese Desk and Chair Set Bureau 1880

Carved Japanese Desk and Chair Set Bureau 1880

H 58.5 in W 46 in D 28 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
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Anglo-Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Rare Walnut Desk in the Anglo-Japanese Style Designed by Thomas Jeckyll
Rare Walnut Desk in the Anglo-Japanese Style Designed by Thomas Jeckyll

Rare Walnut Desk in the Anglo-Japanese Style Designed by Thomas Jeckyll

H 51.25 in W 52.5 in D 28 in
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
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Art Nouveau Dragon Carved 4 Drawer Partners Desk and Chair
Antique Japanese Art Nouveau Dragon Carved 4 Drawer Partners Desk and Chair

Antique Japanese Art Nouveau Dragon Carved 4 Drawer Partners Desk and Chair

H 34.5 in W 27.5 in D 23.5 in
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
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Polyester, Ash

Giorgio Collection Absolute Presidential Desk Glossy Japanese Tamo Wood
Giorgio Collection Absolute Presidential Desk Glossy Japanese Tamo Wood

Giorgio Collection Absolute Presidential Desk Glossy Japanese Tamo Wood

H 29.5 in W 94.5 in D 37.5 in
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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass

Desk or Writing Table Glass Crystal Geometric Shape Collectible Design Italy
Desk or Writing Table Glass Crystal Geometric Shape Collectible Design Italy

Desk or Writing Table Glass Crystal Geometric Shape Collectible Design Italy

H 29.53 in W 49.61 in D 19.69 in
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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass

Desk or Writing Table Geometric Glass Crystal Collectible Design Handmade Italy
Desk or Writing Table Geometric Glass Crystal Collectible Design Handmade Italy

Desk or Writing Table Geometric Glass Crystal Collectible Design Handmade Italy

H 29.53 in W 76.78 in D 36.62 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

Cees Braakman EU01 Japanese Series desk Pastoe The Netherlands 1958
Cees Braakman EU01 Japanese Series desk Pastoe The Netherlands 1958

Cees Braakman EU01 Japanese Series desk Pastoe The Netherlands 1958

H 28.75 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
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

Desk or Writing Table Crystal Glass Origami Design Collectible Made in Italy
Desk or Writing Table Crystal Glass Origami Design Collectible Made in Italy

Desk or Writing Table Crystal Glass Origami Design Collectible Made in Italy

H 29.53 in W 49.22 in D 19.69 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

“Japanese Series” Desk by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, Netherlands 1960
“Japanese Series” Desk by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, Netherlands 1960

“Japanese Series” Desk by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, Netherlands 1960

H 28.75 in W 61.82 in D 31.11 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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Straw, Wood

The Square Desk, Square Armchair, Carbonized Finish with Shou Sugi Ban, Japanese
The Square Desk, Square Armchair, Carbonized Finish with Shou Sugi Ban, Japanese

The Square Desk, Square Armchair, Carbonized Finish with Shou Sugi Ban, Japanese

H 30.71 in W 35.44 in D 21.66 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
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Japanese Meiji Export Hardwood Mt. Fuji Dragon Carved Desk and Chair Set
Antique Japanese Meiji Export Hardwood Mt. Fuji Dragon Carved Desk and Chair Set

Antique Japanese Meiji Export Hardwood Mt. Fuji Dragon Carved Desk and Chair Set

H 30 in W 39 in D 29 in
Rare Regency Lacquered Writing Table
Located in Kittery Point, ME
The Japanese lacquered box hinged to open to an adjustable fabric-inset writing surface, inset in a
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Rare Regency Lacquered Writing Table
Rare Regency Lacquered Writing Table

Rare Regency Lacquered Writing Table

H 30 in W 27.5 in D 18.25 in
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
Category

2010s Dutch Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Padouk, Purpleheart, Teak, Walnut

Pagodic Desk
Pagodic Desk

Pagodic Desk

H 44.49 in W 72.84 in D 29.53 in
Intersekt Desk
Located in Dubai, AE
Drawing inspiration from Japanese minimalism, the Intersekt collection elevates its design with a
Category

2010s Emirian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Limestone

Intersekt Desk
Intersekt Desk

Intersekt Desk

H 29.93 in W 70.87 in D 31.5 in
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
Category

2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Nara Tobacco Desk
Nara Tobacco Desk

Nara Tobacco Desk

H 29.53 in W 59.06 in D 30.71 in
Collinson & Lock, Attri to E W Godwin, A Fine Quality Rosewood Writing Table
By Edward William Godwin, Collinson & Lock
Located in London, GB
Collinson and Lock. Attributed to E W Godwin. An exceptional quality rosewood writing table with
Category

Antique 1870s English Anglo-Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Collinson & Lock, Attri to E W Godwin, A Fine Quality Rosewood Writing Table
Collinson & Lock, Attri to E W Godwin, A Fine Quality Rosewood Writing Table

Collinson & Lock, Attri to E W Godwin, A Fine Quality Rosewood Writing Table

H 29 in W 42.25 in D 21 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
Category

2010s Japanese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stone

Desk Console, Unique Daté Kan Stone Sculptural Design by Okurayama
Desk Console, Unique Daté Kan Stone Sculptural Design by Okurayama

Desk Console, Unique Daté Kan Stone Sculptural Design by Okurayama

H 53.55 in W 51.19 in D 18.9 in
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.
Category

20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Antique Asian Oriental japaneese Burned Bamboo Hand Painted Decorated Desk Table
Antique Asian Oriental japaneese Burned Bamboo Hand Painted Decorated Desk Table

Antique Asian Oriental japaneese Burned Bamboo Hand Painted Decorated Desk Table

H 30 in W 36 in D 20 in
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
Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Of Group 1 Desk by Isamu Kenmochi for Tendo Mokko, 1971
Of Group 1 Desk by Isamu Kenmochi for Tendo Mokko, 1971

Of Group 1 Desk by Isamu Kenmochi for Tendo Mokko, 1971

H 27.56 in W 43.31 in D 31.5 in
19th Century Chinoiserie Desk
Located in New Orleans, LA
This French, 19th century Chinoiserie black lacquer and gilded kneehole desk features an impressive
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Chinoiserie Desk
19th Century Chinoiserie Desk

19th Century Chinoiserie Desk

H 33 in W 48 in D 21 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
Category

2010s British Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Katakana Desk by Dare Studio
Katakana Desk by Dare Studio

Katakana Desk by Dare Studio

H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 27.56 in
Antique Writing Table by Beurdeley After a Model by Adam Weisweiler
By Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley
Located in London, GB
Antique writing table by Beurdeley after a model by Adam Weisweiler French, c. 1880 Height 74cm
Category

Vintage 1980s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Ormolu

Antique Writing Table by Beurdeley After a Model by Adam Weisweiler
Antique Writing Table by Beurdeley After a Model by Adam Weisweiler

Antique Writing Table by Beurdeley After a Model by Adam Weisweiler

H 29.14 in W 32.68 in D 18.12 in
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
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Senufo Desk by Arno Declercq
Senufo Desk by Arno Declercq

Senufo Desk by Arno Declercq

H 28.75 in W 70.87 in D 20.08 in
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
Category

2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Shika Desk by A+A Cooren
Shika Desk by A+A Cooren

Shika Desk by A+A Cooren

H 29.14 in W 33.47 in D 19.3 in
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
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Studio Walnut Desk by Phillip Lloyd Powell
Studio Walnut Desk by Phillip Lloyd Powell

Studio Walnut Desk by Phillip Lloyd Powell

H 30 in W 60 in D 27.5 in
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
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Cavalletto Table Desk by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina, Italy 1970s
Cavalletto Table Desk by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina, Italy 1970s

Cavalletto Table Desk by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina, Italy 1970s

H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
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
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Pine & Brass Rødby Rådhus Desk by Ebbe & Karen Clemmensen, 1953
Pine & Brass Rødby Rådhus Desk by Ebbe & Karen Clemmensen, 1953

Pine & Brass Rødby Rådhus Desk by Ebbe & Karen Clemmensen, 1953

H 29.53 in W 35.04 in D 28.35 in
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
Category

Vintage 1940s French Directoire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mirror, Leather, Wood

French Mid-Century Ebonized and Mirrored Desk, by Maison Jansen
French Mid-Century Ebonized and Mirrored Desk, by Maison Jansen

French Mid-Century Ebonized and Mirrored Desk, by Maison Jansen

H 31.5 in W 33 in D 68.5 in
"Hunting table" desk or dining table by Børge Mogensen, Søborg Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, Soborg Furniture Factory
Located in Hägersten, SE
with teak feet. Brass runners and table top in teak. Works perfectly as either a dining table or desk
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

"Hunting table" desk or dining table by Børge Mogensen, Søborg Denmark
"Hunting table" desk or dining table by Børge Mogensen, Søborg Denmark

"Hunting table" desk or dining table by Børge Mogensen, Søborg Denmark

H 28.55 in W 63 in D 35.44 in
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
Category

Late 20th Century Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Dakota Jackson French Art Deco Postmodern Mahogany Executive Partners Desk 96"
Dakota Jackson French Art Deco Postmodern Mahogany Executive Partners Desk 96"

Dakota Jackson French Art Deco Postmodern Mahogany Executive Partners Desk 96"

H 30 in W 96 in D 42 in
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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writin...

Materials

Steel, Metal

Jean Prouvé Compas Direction Desk in Natural Oak and Black Metal for Vitra
Jean Prouvé Compas Direction Desk in Natural Oak and Black Metal for Vitra

Jean Prouvé Compas Direction Desk in Natural Oak and Black Metal for Vitra

H 28.75 in W 49.25 in D 23.5 in
French 19th C.Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Bureau-Plat Desk Attr. Paul Sormani
By Paul Sormani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1817-1877). The serpentine shaped rectangular top enclosing a gilt tooled burgundy leather writing
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French 19th C.Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Bureau-Plat Desk Attr. Paul Sormani
French 19th C.Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Bureau-Plat Desk Attr. Paul Sormani

French 19th C.Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Bureau-Plat Desk Attr. Paul Sormani

H 31.25 in W 78.5 in D 35.5 in
Dining Table, Unique Daté Kan Stone Sculptural Design by Okurayama
By Okurayama Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
forged iron Sculpted in the Okurayama's Studio in Miyagi's Prefecture, Japan Each creation is unique
Category

2010s Japanese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stone

Dining Table, Unique Daté Kan Stone Sculptural Design by Okurayama
Dining Table, Unique Daté Kan Stone Sculptural Design by Okurayama

Dining Table, Unique Daté Kan Stone Sculptural Design by Okurayama

H 29.14 in W 59.06 in D 35.44 in
Lacquered and Veneered Bureau de Dame, 18th to 19th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
desk put on later legs perfect for a small console or unique side table
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Lacquered and Veneered Bureau de Dame, 18th to 19th C.
Lacquered and Veneered Bureau de Dame, 18th to 19th C.

Lacquered and Veneered Bureau de Dame, 18th to 19th C.

H 29 in W 24.5 in D 12 in
Set of 4 stacking stools by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko, 1970's
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Venezia, VENETO
The stacking stool designed by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko was exhibited in “Appartment Life” exhibition in Matsuya Department store in 1958. Targeting an urban life, the functio...
Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech

Set of 4 stacking stools by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko, 1970's
Set of 4 stacking stools by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko, 1970's

Set of 4 stacking stools by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko, 1970's

H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 13 in
Pair of stacking stools by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko, circa 1960
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Venezia, VENETO
The stacking stool designed by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko was exhibited in “Appartment Life” exhibition in Matsuya Department store in 1958. Targeting an urban life, the fun...
Category

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

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech

Pair of stacking stools by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko, circa 1960
Pair of stacking stools by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko, circa 1960

Pair of stacking stools by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko, circa 1960

H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 13 in
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
Category

20th Century Japanese More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Set for Writing Desk, Japan, 20th Century
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
Charlotte Perriand Cansado Gray Formica Table, circa 1950
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
to the Japanese Board of Trade. She lived in Japan until 1946 and from then on Charlotte Perriand's
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Charlotte Perriand Cansado Gray Formica Table, circa 1950
Charlotte Perriand Cansado Gray Formica Table, circa 1950

Charlotte Perriand Cansado Gray Formica Table, circa 1950

H 29.93 in W 55.12 in D 31.5 in
Charlotte Perriand Cansado Gray Table, circa 1950
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
to the Japanese Board of Trade. She lived in Japan until 1946 and from then on Charlotte Perriand's
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Charlotte Perriand Cansado Gray Table, circa 1950
Charlotte Perriand Cansado Gray Table, circa 1950

Charlotte Perriand Cansado Gray Table, circa 1950

H 30.32 in W 55.12 in D 31.5 in
Table À Plateau Interchangeable, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
many other projects by Charlotte Perriand. For example, in Japan in the 40’s with a top produced in
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass

Table À Plateau Interchangeable, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
Table À Plateau Interchangeable, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

Table À Plateau Interchangeable, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

H 11.03 in Dm 40.16 in
Table À Plateau Interchangeable, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
many other projects by Charlotte Perriand. For example, in Japan in the 40’s with a top produced in
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble

Table À Plateau Interchangeable, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
Table À Plateau Interchangeable, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

Table À Plateau Interchangeable, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

H 16.54 in Dm 29.53 in
Kazuhide Takahama Antella multi-functional Table for Cassina, new
By Cassina, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Berlin, DE
Price is dependent on the chosen material/ color. Available in matte or glossy. Japanese
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Plywood, Lacquer

Kazuhide Takahama Antella multi-functional Table for Cassina, new
Kazuhide Takahama Antella multi-functional Table for Cassina, new

Kazuhide Takahama Antella multi-functional Table for Cassina, new

H 28.35 in W 66.54 in D 24.81 in
Rio Table, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
, and her Japanese experience, represent periods of intense creative effervescence in the life of the
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Rio Table, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
Rio Table, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

Rio Table, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

H 13 in Dm 55.12 in
Limited Edition Soriana Denim Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
, is swathed in premium Japanese denim, in a limited edition that elevates its unconventional spirit
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Limited Edition Soriana Denim Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
Limited Edition Soriana Denim Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina

Limited Edition Soriana Denim Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina

H 27.96 in W 37.41 in D 41.34 in
Charlotte Perriand, Mid-Century Modern Wood Table for Les Arcs, circa 1960
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
became a design consultant to the Japanese Board of Trade. She lived in Japan until 1946 and from then on
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Charlotte Perriand, Mid-Century Modern Wood Table for Les Arcs, circa 1960
Charlotte Perriand, Mid-Century Modern Wood Table for Les Arcs, circa 1960

Charlotte Perriand, Mid-Century Modern Wood Table for Les Arcs, circa 1960

H 27.56 in W 47.25 in D 26.78 in
Mid Century Modern Table Black Wood and Marble by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
example, in Japan in the 40’s with a top produced in local materials, and in the living areas of the
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble

Mid Century Modern Table Black Wood and Marble by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
Mid Century Modern Table Black Wood and Marble by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

Mid Century Modern Table Black Wood and Marble by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

H 11.03 in Dm 40.16 in
Rio Table, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
, and her Japanese experience, represent periods of intense creative effervescence in the life of the
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble

Rio Table, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
Rio Table, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

Rio Table, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

H 13 in Dm 55.12 in
Limited Edition Soriana Denim Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
comfort, is swathed in premium Japanese denim, in a limited edition that elevates its unconventional
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Limited Edition Soriana Denim Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
Limited Edition Soriana Denim Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina

Limited Edition Soriana Denim Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina

H 27.96 in W 37.41 in D 41.34 in
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Japanese Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Japanese writing desk you’re looking for. A Japanese writing desk — often made from wood, metal and hardwood — can elevate any home. Find 49 options for an antique or vintage Japanese writing desk now, or shop our selection of 4 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a Japanese writing desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A Japanese writing desk made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Japanese writing desk over the years, but those crafted by Cees Braakman, UMS Pastoe and Charles Hindley & Sons are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Japanese Writing Desk?

A Japanese writing desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,500, while the lowest priced sells for $270 and the highest can go for as much as $70,300.
Questions About Japanese Writing Desk
  • What is a writing desk?
    1 Answer
    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.

  • What is the writing on Japanese art?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The writing on Japanese art is calligraphy art called shodo. It uses Japanese kanji and kana characters. There are a variety of different shodo styles of art, including Kaisho, which is the basic, foundational form of the art. On 1stDibs, find a range of Japanese calligraphy art from top sellers..
  • What is a writing desk with drawers called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A writing desk with drawers is also called a secretary. It is a desk with drawers, one of which can be pushed out and the front of the desk lowered to create a flat writing surface. These writing desks have been made in a variety of styles over the years. Shop for a variety of writing tables with drawers on 1stDibs.
  • What is a small writing desk called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A small writing table is also called a davenport table or davenport desk. They normally feature a sloped or inclined top attached with hinges to the back of the table. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage davenport desks.
  • What is an old-fashioned writing desk called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    What an old-fashioned writing desk is called varies by design. Pieces with drop-down fronts are secretary desks (these are typically made of two parts: a chest of drawers on the bottom and a hutch or cupboard with shelves on the top), while ones that rest on two pillars, cabinets or bookcases are pedestal desks. A desk with a small writing surface positioned in front of drawers and cubbies is a bureau à gradin. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of desks.
  • Which object in a Japanese writing box was considered the most precious and permanent?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The inkstone was the most precious and permanent object in a Japanese writing set. It is a mortar used for mixing dry ink with water for the purposes of writing. You'll find a selection of Japanese writing boxes on 1stDibs.
  • What was the term in French furniture for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface?
    1 Answer
    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.

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