What is a writing desk?

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?

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 Japanese desk called?

What a Japanese desk is called depends on its style. A chabudai is a short work desk that rests on folding legs, making it easy to transport. Zens are another type of portable desk that resembles a tray. People commonly use them both for dining and work. Another type of desk is the kotatsu. This desk features a frame that rests over a heater and has a soft cloth cover. A tabletop sits on top of the kotatsu, providing a surface for writing, reading and using a laptop computer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Japanese desks.

What is a small writing desk called?

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 a writing desk with drawers called?

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 an old-fashioned writing desk called?

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?

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?

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.

Japanese Writing Desk

Japanese Low Coffee Table

Japanned Finish

Pastoe Japan

Japanned Bureau

Japanese Black Lacquer Table

Wabi Sabi Low Table

Japanese Bureau

Cees Braakman Japanese Series

Antique Carved Ornate Japanese Export Hard Rosewood Writing Desk and Chair Set

$4,995

H 48 in W 42 in D 25 in

Antique Carved Ornate Japanese Export Hard Rosewood Writing Desk and Chair Set

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique Carved Ornate Japanese Export Hard Rosewood Writing Desk and Chair Set This writing desk and chair set are carved with beautiful dragon designs.

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

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Rosewood

white desk Claudio Colucci Y2K style design space age Idee Japanese design

$2,400

H 37.41 in W 35.83 in D 28.15 in

white desk Claudio Colucci Y2K style design space age Idee Japanese design

By Marc Newson, Idée Japan, Karim Rashid

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

White desk designed by Claudio Colucci. Designed in the 90s for Idee. Desk made of plywood board and steel legs. The tabletop has a raised section, which is a striking design featur...

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1990s Japanese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Japanese Antique Keyaki Writing Table, Taisho Era “1912–1926”

$2,000

H 27.68 in W 41.93 in D 30.91 in

Japanese Antique Keyaki Writing Table, Taisho Era “1912–1926”

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This Japanese antique writing table was likely crafted in the Taisho Era (1912–1926).

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Japanese Style Desk Kitsü

$16,259

H 69.69 in W 54.34 in D 54.34 in

Japanese Style Desk Kitsü

By Jonathan Jouan

Located in Timisoara, RO

Kitsü Desk Kitsu, A Functional Artwork By Jonathan Jouan, Draws Upon The Rich Tapestry Of Japanese Folklore To Explore Themes Of Love, Transformation, And The Boundaries Between Wor...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass, Steel

Unique Piece : Reception Desk by Kenmochi, Japan 1966

$10,151

H 29.93 in W 63 in D 21.26 in

Unique Piece : Reception Desk by Kenmochi, Japan 1966

By Isamu Kenmochi

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

A unique piece, this large reception desk comes from the Kyoto International Conference Center, designed by Sachio Otani and inaugurated in 1966. Isamu Kenmochi and his studio, the I...

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

Materials

Wood

Japanese Design Organic Wood Desk Circa 1900 with Storage

$19,240

H 31.25 in W 53 in D 35.5 in

Japanese Design Organic Wood Desk Circa 1900 with Storage

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Japanese desk in natural light wood, featuring additional storage and warm architectural lines. Metal pull hardware adds a subtle contrast, bringing a refined, functional detail to...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Very Fine Heavily Carved Solid Mahogany Japanese Curved Desk Multiple Drawers

$12,500

H 49 in W 50 in D 27 in

Very Fine Heavily Carved Solid Mahogany Japanese Curved Desk Multiple Drawers

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very Fine Heavily Carved Solid Mahogany Japanese Curved Desk Multiple Drawers & Compartments Clean!

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20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

"Lewis" Office Desk - Shaker Style Meets Japanese Minimalism

$22,500

H 30 in W 72 in D 30 in

"Lewis" Office Desk - Shaker Style Meets Japanese Minimalism

By Braden Tokoly

Located in Salvisa, KY

Shaker Style meets the sleek lines and narrow proportions of the Japanese Minimalist design aesthetic – The Lewis Collection strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and elega...

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2010s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Extraordinary, One of a Kind, Sculptural Desk and Chair, Japan, 1970s/80s

$16,419

H 33.86 in W 16.93 in D 24.81 in

Extraordinary, One of a Kind, Sculptural Desk and Chair, Japan, 1970s/80s

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A striking, unique, sculptural desk and chair, Japan, 1970s/80s. Fast shipping worldwide. Desk: W63 D43 H86cm Chair: W37 D34 H63cm

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Late 20th Century Japanese Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Italian Giorgio Absolute Presidential Desk Glossy Japanese Tamo Wood

$28,028Sale Price|20% Off

H 29.5 in W 94.5 in D 37.5 in

Italian Giorgio 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 bottom velvet inside and 1 file drawer on each side. Lock on the first right facing...

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2010s Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

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

$49,126

H 51.25 in W 52.5 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 Charles Hindley and Sons. “Thomas Jeckyll designed some of the earliest surviving furn...

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

Materials

Walnut

The Square Desk Carbonized Finish with Shou Sugi Ban, Japanese

$2,500 / item

H 30.71 in W 35.44 in D 21.66 in

The Square Desk Carbonized Finish with Shou Sugi Ban, Japanese

By Amilcar Oliveira

Located in São Paulo, SP

The Square Desk was inspired by the design of Brazilian modern furniture from the 1950s and 1960s, featuring straight lines and Indian straw weaving. It's delicate and highly comfort...

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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Straw, Wood

American Industrial Roll Top Desk/Table/Bar by Toledo, Japanned Finish

$2,600

H 40 in W 17 in D 24 in

American Industrial Roll Top Desk/Table/Bar by Toledo, Japanned Finish

By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

American Industrial Roll Top Desk or Table by Toledo, Japanned Finish, circa 1920s A rare and sculptural early 20th-century industrial rolltop desk or table by the Toledo Metal Furn...

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

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

$5,200

H 34.5 in W 27.5 in D 23.5 in

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

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Japanese Art Nouveau Dragon Carved Four Drawer Partners Desk and Chair. Listing includes (1) partner's desk with working drawers on both sides, (1) heavily carved arm chair w...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Victorian Tiger Bamboo and Lacquered Desk

$5,267

H 29.93 in W 27.56 in D 18.9 in

Victorian Tiger Bamboo and Lacquered Desk

Located in London, GB

A charming tiger bamboo and lacquered writing table, a rare example of 19th-century Anglo-Japanese style capturing the Victorian fascination with East Asian aesthetics.

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Antique 19th Century Anglo-Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Lacquer

Desk Console, Unique Daté Kan Stone Sculptural Design by Okurayama

$17,528 / item

H 53.55 in W 51.19 in D 18.9 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 stone Sculpted in the Okurayama's Studio in Miyagi's Prefecture, Japan Each creation ...

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2010s Japanese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stone

Antique Asian Oriental japaneese Burned Bamboo Hand Painted Decorated Desk Table

$6,500

H 30 in W 36 in D 20 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.

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20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Vivian Beauty Desk, in oak wood and brass, by Accardi Buccheri for Medulum

$3,580 / item

H 51.97 in W 45.67 in D 16.93 in

Vivian Beauty Desk, in oak wood and brass, by Accardi Buccheri for Medulum

By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri

Located in Meolo, Venezia

Beauty desk with simple lines and sophisticated details. Vivian is ideal for intimate environments such as a boutique-hotel or a private residence. A brass box contains two jewel box...

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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

18th Century Louis XV Red Chinoiserie Bureau de Dame Desk By Pierre Migeon

$69,500

H 38.25 in W 32.5 in D 18 in

18th Century Louis XV Red Chinoiserie Bureau de Dame Desk By Pierre Migeon

By Pierre Migeon

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions- H: 38 1/4in W: 32 1/2in D: 18in This extremely rare and Important 18th Century Louis XV Red Chinoiserie Bureau de Dame Desk By Pierre Migeon is absolutely breathe takin...

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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Dining Table, Unique Daté Kan Stone Sculptural Design by Okurayama

$20,125 / item

H 29.14 in W 59.06 in D 35.44 in

Dining Table, Unique Daté Kan Stone Sculptural Design by Okurayama

By Okurayama Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Dining table, Unique Daté Kan Stone sculptural design by Okurayama Materiel: Daté Kan Stone and forged iron Sculpted in the Okurayama's Studio in Miyagi's Prefecture, Japan Each c...

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2010s Japanese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stone

Set for Writing Desk, Japan, 20th Century

$259

H 3.94 in W 9.06 in D 0.6 in

Set for Writing Desk, Japan, 20th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Set for writing desk, Japan 20th century. Very good conditions.

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20th Century Japanese More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Four Piece Writing Desk Set With Butterflies

$4,500 / set

H 3 in W 9 in D 0.5 in

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Four Piece Writing Desk Set With Butterflies

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Long Island City, NY

A Japanese four piece desk set with polychrome cloisonne enamel decor.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Desk Sets

Materials

Enamel

A Beautiful Victorian Japanned Writing Slope With Decorative Enamel Inlays

$2,202 / set

H 3.75 in W 14.57 in D 11.03 in

A Beautiful Victorian Japanned Writing Slope With Decorative Enamel Inlays

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A Beautiful Victorian Japanned Writing Slope With Decorative Floral Elements Enamel Inlays & Gilt Swallows.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Japanese Meiji Gilt Lacquer Writing Desk & Poem Box

$8,800 / set

H 5.25 in W 25 in D 14.25 in

Japanese Meiji Gilt Lacquer Writing Desk & Poem Box

Located in Chicago, IL

With intricate construction and exquisite decoration, this fine tabletop writing set is a masterpiece of Japanese lacquerware.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Japanese Antique Paper-Covered Low Writing Desk 1857s / Low Table Wabi-Sabi

$1,000

H 11.03 in W 15.75 in D 10.24 in

Japanese Antique Paper-Covered Low Writing Desk 1857s / Low Table Wabi-Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is a very old Japanese low writing desk covered with paper. Within its simple and restrained presence resides a quiet tension and spiritual depth that only furniture shaped by l...

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Antique 1850s Japanese Edo Side Tables

Materials

Copper

Antique English Paper Mache Ladies Writing Box or Lap Desk with Japanned Finish

$995

H 3.75 in W 12.75 in D 10 in

Antique English Paper Mache Ladies Writing Box or Lap Desk with Japanned Finish

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

These lap desks were common in Victorian homes and were used for writing letters and as decoration when not in use.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Paper

Antique English Paper Mache Ladies Writing Box or Lap Desk with Japanned Finish

$995

H 3 in W 10 in D 8 in

Antique English Paper Mache Ladies Writing Box or Lap Desk with Japanned Finish

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique writing box or lap desk is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from England and date to approximately 1880 and done in the period Victorian style.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Paper

Antique Japanese wooden coffee table with a tasteful ink-wash pattern/Meiji

$1,000

H 10.44 in W 34.93 in D 13.59 in

Antique Japanese wooden coffee table with a tasteful ink-wash pattern/Meiji

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Long a beloved part of Japanese culture, the "fuzukue" (writing desk) originated as a piece of furniture for writing, literally meaning "a desk for writing," and has accompanied quie...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sofa Tables

Materials

Beech

Antique Gold Nashiji Maki-e Tiered Writing Box with Desk

$10,000

H 8.67 in W 6.3 in D 10.83 in

Antique Gold Nashiji Maki-e Tiered Writing Box with Desk

Located in Taichung, TW

The Design & Impact: This incredibly rare, multi-layered writing box (kasane suzuribako) perfectly encapsulates the deep sense of ceremony and refined aestheticism of the traditiona...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Antique English Jennens & Bettridge Paper Mache Ladies Writing Box or Lap Desk

$1,495

H 3.5 in W 13 in D 10.25 in

Antique English Jennens & Bettridge Paper Mache Ladies Writing Box or Lap Desk

By Jennens and Bettridge

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

These lap desks were common in Victorian homes and were used for writing letters and as decoration when not in use.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Paper

Antique wooden low table from Korea / 20th century / Wabi-sabi style low table

$1,200

H 12.05 in W 34.65 in D 20.16 in

Antique wooden low table from Korea / 20th century / Wabi-sabi style low table

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

A low table of this kind could broadly be assumed to be from either Japan or the Korean Peninsula, but from the perspective of someone who has handled Japanese writing tables and low...

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Early 20th Century South Korean Other Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Pine

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19th Century Japanese Style English Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 35.5 in W 33 in D 16 in

19th Century Japanese Style English Writing Desk

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

A 19th century Japanese style English writing desk made from walnut.

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Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Japanese Lacquered Lap Desk on Stand

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H 19 in W 19 in D 11 in

Japanese Lacquered Lap Desk on Stand

Located in Newburgh, NY

Japanese lap desk on stand with interior fold-out writing surface.

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Vintage 1960s Unknown Japonisme Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Javo Desk with white oak matte finish & Japanese joints and black coated steel

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H 29.53 in W 23.63 in D 47.25 in

Javo Desk with white oak matte finish & Japanese joints and black coated steel

By Studio Bermúdez

Located in Mexico City, MX

Javo is a beautiful light desk that comes with or without drawer as the client specifications. The main characteristic of Javo is the wooden crossbar under, showing the main tribute ...

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2010s Mexican Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

19th Century Scholars Desk

Unavailable

H 14 in W 35 in D 22 in

19th Century Scholars Desk

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Scholars desk crafted in the 19th century from Elm

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Early 20th Century Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Elm

Black Lacquer Queen Anne Japanned Dressing Table, circa 1750

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H 29 in W 30 in D 19.5 in

Black Lacquer Queen Anne Japanned Dressing Table, circa 1750

Located in Carmel, CA

The top of this dressing table depicts three Japanese ladies dressed in kimonos, strolling in a garden setting with weeping willows, perched birds, and flowering trees. This is a so...

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Antique 1750s English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Rare Shiro Kuramata Wall-Mounted Desk and Mirror

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H 27.5 in W 63 in D 18.5 in

Rare Shiro Kuramata Wall-Mounted Desk and Mirror

By Shiro Kuramata

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed for the Dalichi Hotel in the Tsukaba Center, Japan, 1983. Fully documented in the Kuramata archives.

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Late 20th Century Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Black Lacquer and Red Contemporary Stiletto Shoe Desk or Dressing Table Vanity

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H 29.53 in W 70.87 in D 25.6 in

Black Lacquer and Red Contemporary Stiletto Shoe Desk or Dressing Table Vanity

By Splinter Works

Located in Bath, GB

This Stiletto desk has been given a sleek new look with Japanned black lacquer.

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2010s English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Lacquer

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

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H 27.56 in W 43.31 in D 31.5 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 has 2 drawers with slots for office equipment and the manufacturer's label under th...

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

Materials

Steel

18th Century Red and Gilt Japanned Lacquer Bureau

Unavailable

H 41.5 in W 42 in D 22 in

18th Century Red and Gilt Japanned Lacquer Bureau

Located in London, GB

18th century red and gilt Japanned lacquer Bureau.

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Antique Mid-18th Century Desks and Writing Tables

French 19th Century Japanese Lacquer Bureau Plat in Napoleon III Style

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H 27.96 in W 29.53 in D 16.15 in

French 19th Century Japanese Lacquer Bureau Plat in Napoleon III Style

By Napoléon III

Located in Vilnius, LT

Very rare 19th century French desk in ebony with bronze. French Napoleon III bureau plat - desk. It is ebonized with lacquered wood, with bronze mounts. The top is inset with black J...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

A 19th Century Black Lacquered and Ormolu-Mounted Bureauplat

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H 29.53 in W 64.18 in D 31.5 in

A 19th Century Black Lacquered and Ormolu-Mounted Bureauplat

By Jacques Dubois

Located in Armadale, Victoria

An exceptionally fine 19th century black lacquered and ormolu-mounted Bureuplat in the style Jacques Dubois, the tooled red leather writing surface to graduated edge and leaf corner ...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

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

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H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 13 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...

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

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech

Kenzo Tange, Table, circa 1957

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H 27.17 in W 54.73 in D 33.86 in

Kenzo Tange, Table, circa 1957

By Kenzō Tange

Located in Paris, FR

Kenzo Tange (1913-2005) Table, circa 1957 Beech Provenance : Memorial Hall Sumi, Bisai, Kenzo Tange.

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

Materials

Beech

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

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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...

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

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech

Chinoiseries Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 58 in W 28 in D 19 in

Chinoiseries Writing Desk

Located in Milton, DE

Delightful ladies chinoiseries writing desk. Art Deco Era. Works well now for laptop comfort. It is a drop down. This is American made with the order for production hand written on t...

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Vintage 1930s American Chinoiserie Desks

Materials

Wood

A Carved Japanese Writing Desk and Chair

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H 55 in W 47.5 in D 27 in

A Carved Japanese Writing Desk and Chair

Located in Austin, TX

A heavily and well carved Japanese export desk and chair.

The desk features two drawers with dragon head pulls, a dragon head apron, and dragon-form legs.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

English Bamboo and Lacquer Two Tier Japanned Writing Desk, Early 20th C.

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H 35 in W 31.5 in D 21 in

English Bamboo and Lacquer Two Tier Japanned Writing Desk, Early 20th C.

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

This early 20th century English bamboo writing desk features an embossed leather lined top centering an oval Zen style lacquered image with birds and blossoming plants above two simi...

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Early 20th Century English Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Lacquer

Japanese Antique, Japanese-style writing desk, Early Showa Period(1926-)

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H 14.38 in W 36.03 in D 17.13 in

Japanese Antique, Japanese-style writing desk, Early Showa Period(1926-)

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This is a Japanese antique writing desk. It was made the Early Showa period(1926-).

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Highly Carved Japanese Desk and Chair

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H 52 in W 42 in D 26 in

19th Century Highly Carved Japanese Desk and Chair

Located in Martlesham, GB

19th century highly carved Japanese writing desk and chair from the Meiji period, the desk comprising of two sections, the top section having a shaped back incorporating a flying myt...

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Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Japanese Antique, Japanese-style writing desk Early Showa Period(1926-)Wabi Sabi

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H 13.39 in W 33.47 in D 23.63 in

Japanese Antique, Japanese-style writing desk Early Showa Period(1926-)Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This is a Japanese antique writing desk. It was made the Early Showa Period(1926-).

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chestnut

Japanese Antique, Writing Desk, Taisho Period’Early 1900s', Wabi Sabi

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H 15.75 in W 30.71 in D 14.18 in

Japanese Antique, Writing Desk, Taisho Period’Early 1900s', Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This is a very old Japanese-style writing desk. It dates back to the Taisho period(1912-1926) It is also an old Japanese counter desk.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Low Writing Desk, Taisho Era'1912-1926', Wabi Sabi

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H 13.08 in W 32.68 in D 15.75 in

Japanese Antique Low Writing Desk, Taisho Era'1912-1926', Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This antique low writing desk was crafted in the Taisho Era(1912-1926).

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Elegant 19th Century Writing Desk with Neo-Japanese Decoration

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H 35.83 in W 22.45 in D 16.15 in

Elegant 19th Century Writing Desk with Neo-Japanese Decoration

Located in Sofia, BG

Rare and very elegant French 19th century drop-front writing desk in natural wood with neo-Japanese decoration of birds and branches.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Chinoiserie Faux Tortoise Bamboo Japanned Desk or Writing Table, 1800s, England

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H 37 in W 21.5 in D 21.5 in

Chinoiserie Faux Tortoise Bamboo Japanned Desk or Writing Table, 1800s, England

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A fine chinoiserie faux tortoiseshell handmade wood and bamboo desk with drawers and leather top. A rare find, it is in superb condition and a true testament to the craftsmanship of ...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Leather, Bamboo, Paint

Black Lacquer & Bamboo Writing Table Brighton Style Desk

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H 29 in W 40.5 in D 24.5 in

Black Lacquer & Bamboo Writing Table Brighton Style Desk

Located in Miami, FL

SOLD In an Anglo-Japanese style springing from the Brighton Pavilion, this black painted and bamboo chinoiserie desk or writing table is quite charming with its gallery of small dra...

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Vintage 1970s American Anglo-Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Reception Desk by Kenmochi, Japan 1966

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H 29.93 in W 63 in D 21.26 in

Reception Desk by Kenmochi, Japan 1966

By Isamu Kenmochi

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

A unique piece, this large reception desk comes from the Kyoto International Conference Center, designed by Sachio Otani and inaugurated in 1966. Isamu Kenmochi and his studio, the I...

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

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Wood

Minton-Spidell Wrought Iron & Glass Japanese Dining or Writing Table

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H 28 in W 60 in D 36 in

Minton-Spidell Wrought Iron & Glass Japanese Dining or Writing Table

By Minton-Spidell

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Minton-Spidell Imperial Palace wrought iron & glass Japanese tea, writing or dining table Additional information: Materials: Glass, Wrought Iron Color: Black Brand: Minton-Spi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Anglo-Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

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Glass

Magnificent Japanese Marquetry and Parquetry Cylinder Desk

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H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.2 in

Magnificent Japanese Marquetry and Parquetry Cylinder Desk

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

The lowest section with four drawers on either side of the kneehole and side cupboards, the central section with the roll top opening to reveal a pull out writing slide, pigeon holes...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Japanese Vintage Writing Table, Showa Period black lacquer, Solid Wood

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H 29.45 in W 39.06 in D 17.92 in

Japanese Vintage Writing Table, Showa Period black lacquer, Solid Wood

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This vintage desk was crafted in the Early Showa Period '1926-'. Crafted entirely from solid kihada (Japanese Amur cork tree) wood. Featuring a sleek black finish and a minimalist ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Japanese Meiji Period Carved Desk Circa 1900

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H 52.37 in W 51.78 in D 30.32 in

Japanese Meiji Period Carved Desk Circa 1900

Located in Hoddesdon, GB

A Japanese Meiji period writing desk dating from the late 19th century, exquisitely hand-carved, lacquered hardwood.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Desks and Writing Tables

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Cees Braakman Japanese Series Desk

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H 28 in W 47.25 in D 23.25 in

Cees Braakman Japanese Series Desk

By Pastoe, Cees Braakman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Teak Desk with Steel Frame by Cees Braakman for UMS Pastoe, this is a Small Version of the Japanese Series Desk with a Single Set of Stacking Drawers, signature curved Drawer interio...

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

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Steel

Cees Braakman EU01 Japanese Series Desk

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H 28.25 in W 47.25 in D 23.25 in

Cees Braakman EU01 Japanese Series Desk

By Pastoe, Cees Braakman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Small version writing desk from Cees Braakman's famous Japanese series with top drawer and file drawer.

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

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Cees Braakman Japanese Series Desk

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H 28 in W 47.25 in D 23.25 in

Cees Braakman Japanese Series Desk

By Pastoe, Cees Braakman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Small Version with a Single Set of Stacking Drawers, signature curved Drawer interior Acrylic Molded Drawer Pulls. Newly Refinished

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

Japanese Vintage Tenjin-style Desk, Early Showa Period '1926-'

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H 9.65 in W 299.22 in D 12.09 in

Japanese Vintage Tenjin-style Desk, Early Showa Period '1926-'

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This vintage tenjin-style desk was crafted in the Early Showa Period '1926-'. This Tenjin Desk, crafted in the early Showa period, is inspired by "Tenjin," the deity of learning in ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Desks and Writing Tables

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Antique English Satinwood Desk in the Japanese Manner circa 1900

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H 31.11 in W 50.99 in D 21.86 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 tooled inset. English. Circa 1900. This good quality desk has a small Japanned lands...

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

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Early Industrial Rolling Desk / Bar by Toledo, Japanning, copper flash

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H 41 in W 26 in D 28 in

Early Industrial Rolling Desk / Bar by Toledo, Japanning, copper flash

By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.

Located in Buffalo, NY

Seldom seen early Industrial rolling desk by Toledo. Amazing finish,, patina,, Japanning ,,copper flash.. Great for a laptop desk. Portable Bar,,, A lever picks up the desk on wheel...

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Antique Early 1900s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

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MCM Superb Japanned or Chinoiserie Lacquer Carlton House Desk & Matching Chair

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H 39.5 in W 50.5 in D 27 in

MCM Superb Japanned or Chinoiserie Lacquer Carlton House Desk & Matching Chair

By Waring & Gillow

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Carlton House desks, both mid century and of the period are a rare commodity. They are difficult desks to manufacture because of the curved shape, but more importantly, when you add ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese George IV Desks and Writing Tables

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19th Century Desk with Cylinder Japanese Lacquer Decor

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H 34.26 in W 42.13 in D 22.05 in

19th Century Desk with Cylinder Japanese Lacquer Decor

Located in Marseille, FR

Early 19th century magnificent cylinder desk in Japanese lacquer decorated with flowers and plants. Register of gilded bronzes. Brass gallery. Good condition.

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

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Desk by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, Japanese Series

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H 28.35 in W 61.82 in D 31.11 in

Desk by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, Japanese Series

By Cees Braakman

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

This desk from the Japanese series was designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe in 1958. The drawers are made of teak, but finished on the back side with white smooth formica. The teak ...

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Carved Japanese Desk and Chair Set Bureau 1880

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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 amazing details Adorned with amazing carved dragon motifs and floral motifs to the a...

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Carved Japanese Desk and Chair Set Bureau 1880

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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 amazing details Adorned with amazing carved dragon motifs and floral motifs to the a...

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Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

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Japanese Series # EU02 Desk by Cees Braakman for Pastoe

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H 28.25 in W 61.875 in D 31.125 in

Japanese Series # EU02 Desk by Cees Braakman for Pastoe

By Cees Braakman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century Japanese Series #EU02 teak desk designed by renowned Dutch Post-War design great Cees Braakman for equally acclaimed manufacturer Pastoe. It can be said that Braakman was...

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Cees Braakman EU02 Japanese Series Desk Pastoe, The Netherlands, 1950

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H 28.35 in W 61.82 in L 28.35 in

Cees Braakman EU02 Japanese Series Desk Pastoe, The Netherlands, 1950

By Cees Braakman, Pastoe

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

Beautiful writing desk model EU02 of the Japanese Series designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, The Netherlands, 1965.

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

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Metal

Cees Braakman EU01 Japanese Series desk Pastoe The Netherlands 1958

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H 28.75 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in

Cees Braakman EU01 Japanese Series desk Pastoe The Netherlands 1958

By Pastoe, Cees Braakman

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

Beautiful shaped writing desk model EU01 of the Japanese Series designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, The Netherlands 1958.

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

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Rare Victorian Chinoiserie Japanned Black Laqured Twin Pedestal Partner Desk

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H 29.73 in W 55.71 in L 29.73 in

Rare Victorian Chinoiserie Japanned Black Laqured Twin Pedestal Partner Desk

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to this stunning and very rare 19th century chinoiserie Japaned lacquered twin pedestal partner desk, circa 1860 A very rare and desirable desk, this is a nice mi...

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Wood

Pastoe EU01 Japanese Series Free Standing Teak Desk by Cees Braakman

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H 28.35 in W 47.25 in D 23.23 in

Pastoe EU01 Japanese Series Free Standing Teak Desk by Cees Braakman

By Pastoe, Cees Braakman

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Minimalistic and stylish desk designed by Cees Braakman for UMS Pastoe, the Netherlands in the early 1960s. This desk has four signature curved plywood anti dust drawers on the right...

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Japanese Series EU01 Teak Desk by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1958

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H 28.55 in W 47.25 in D 23.23 in

Japanese Series EU01 Teak Desk by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1958

By Pastoe, Cees Braakman

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Petite and rare small Mid-Century Modern Japanese Series EU-01 desk. Design by Cees Braakman for Pastoe. Striking Dutch design from the 1950s. Black lacquered metal frame with origin...

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

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Metal

Rare English Regency Style Japanned Map Table Now Adapted as a Partners Desk

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H 30 in W 70.5 in D 41 in

Rare English Regency Style Japanned Map Table Now Adapted as a Partners Desk

Located in San Francisco, CA

A rare English regency style japanned map table now adapted to a reverse partners desk; ex-collection Michael Taylor, San Francisco; the rectangular inset olive green leather writing...

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Mid-Century Modern EU01 Japanese Series desk by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1958

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H 28.55 in W 47.25 in D 23.23 in

Mid-Century Modern EU01 Japanese Series desk by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1958

By Pastoe, Cees Braakman

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Amazing and attractive small Mid-Century Modern Japanese Series EU-01 desk. Design by Cees Braakman for Pastoe. Striking Dutch design from the 1950s. Black lacquered metal frame w...

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

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Meiji Period Carved Hardwood Desk and Chair

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H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in

Meiji Period Carved Hardwood Desk and Chair

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A Meiji period carved hardwood desk and chair made for the Panama California Exposition of 1915-1917, the desk with a shaped rectangular top with two short and one long frieze drawer...

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Vintage 1910s Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

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Japanese Antique, Low table, Taisho Period Early'1900s', Wabi Sabi

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H 11.26 in W 40.95 in D 13.94 in

Japanese Antique, Low table, Taisho Period Early'1900s', Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This is a Japanese antique Writing Desk. It was made in the Taisho period(1912-1926).

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Desks and Writing Tables

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Pine

George III Japanned Dressing Table

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H 30 in W 37 in D 18 in

George III Japanned Dressing Table

Located in Doylestown, PA

An English, George III period Sheraton style Lady's dressing/writing table, Japanned with nice Chinoiserie decoration on all sides, with original brass drawer pulls.

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Japanese Antique, Low table, Meiji Period, Late 1800's, Wabi Sabi

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H 11.82 in W 33.86 in D 14.97 in

Japanese Antique, Low table, Meiji Period, Late 1800's, Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This is a very old Japanese antique low table. It dates from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). A very uniquely designed low table. Drawers have iron drop ring pull handles. All dra...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

1920s Oriental, Black Lacquered and Gold Decorated Desk and Chair

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H 54 in W 39 in D 27 in

1920s Oriental, Black Lacquered and Gold Decorated Desk and Chair

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Super quality oriental desk and chair circa 1920. Desk with matching desk in chinoiserie decoration in gold and red on black background. Desk with central pigeon holes flanke...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

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Desk with a Box of Drawers in White Lacquer, Pierre Cardin Style, circa 1970

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H 29.53 in W 61.03 in L 29.53 in

Desk with a Box of Drawers in White Lacquer, Pierre Cardin Style, circa 1970

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Geometric shape desk with a box of drawers, in white lacquer on all sides. The box has two drawers and is on the right side of the desk; the other side is supported with a geometric...

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Japanese Vintage Writing Desk, low table Early Showa Period '1926-'

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H 12.6 in W 28.59 in D 13.98 in

Japanese Vintage Writing Desk, low table Early Showa Period '1926-'

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This Japanese writing desk was crafted in the early Showa period (1926-) and features beautiful wood grain from Japanese Amur cork tree wood.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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H 30.25 in W 68.5 in D 35 in

Iron Mangrove Leg Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

18thc. Japanese Elm Wood Piece atop four hand forged, mangrove shaped contemporary iron legs. Works as desk or table.

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Iron

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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.

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