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Mid-Century Modern Desks

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer. 

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Expertly Restored-Svend A. Madsen Floating Teak Desk w/ Bookcase for H.P. Hansen
Expertly Restored-Svend A. Madsen Floating Teak Desk w/ Bookcase for H.P. Hansen

Expertly Restored-Svend A. Madsen Floating Teak Desk w/ Bookcase for H.P. Hansen

$5,500

Expertly Restored-Svend A. Madsen Floating Teak Desk w/ Bookcase for H.P. Hansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Teak

Uncommon Merton Gershun American of Martinsville Dania Desk in Walnut & Brass
Uncommon Merton Gershun American of Martinsville Dania Desk in Walnut & Brass

Uncommon Merton Gershun American of Martinsville Dania Desk in Walnut & Brass

$1,400

Uncommon Merton Gershun American of Martinsville Dania Desk in Walnut & Brass

By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed by Merton Gershun, this desk was made by American of Martinsville in the United States. It features a full walnut construction, a large cabinet with two drawers on the right...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Newly Refinished - Merton Gershun “Esprit” Walnut Writing Desk for Dillingham
Newly Refinished - Merton Gershun “Esprit” Walnut Writing Desk for Dillingham

Newly Refinished - Merton Gershun “Esprit” Walnut Writing Desk for Dillingham

$2,495

Newly Refinished - Merton Gershun “Esprit” Walnut Writing Desk for Dillingham

By Merton Gershun, Dillingham Manufacturing Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier

$2,880Sale Price|20% Off

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier

By Mummenthaler and Meier

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century teak closable locking teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss Mummenthaler and Meier. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect all...

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mid Century Art Deco Vanity or Desk with Mirror in Pine
Vintage Mid Century Art Deco Vanity or Desk with Mirror in Pine

Vintage Mid Century Art Deco Vanity or Desk with Mirror in Pine

$2,900 / set

Vintage Mid Century Art Deco Vanity or Desk with Mirror in Pine

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A funky art deco vanity with mirror. Solid pine with period deco hardware. Mirror has some small dark spot from age. All in all very good condition. Price includes both vanity & mirr...

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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Mirror, Pine

MCM Alma Castilian Series Walnut Credenza & Executive Desk Leather Work Surface
MCM Alma Castilian Series Walnut Credenza & Executive Desk Leather Work Surface

MCM Alma Castilian Series Walnut Credenza & Executive Desk Leather Work Surface

$9,995 / set

MCM Alma Castilian Series Walnut Credenza & Executive Desk Leather Work Surface

By Alma Desk Company

Located in Topeka, KS

Fabulous vintage MCM (a.k.a.) Mid-Century Modern “Castilian Series” executive desk & credenza by Alma Desk Company each composed of walnut frames, straight tapered cylindrical le...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Mummenthaler & Meier Mid Century Rosewood Magic Box Hideaway Desk
Mummenthaler & Meier Mid Century Rosewood Magic Box Hideaway Desk

Mummenthaler & Meier Mid Century Rosewood Magic Box Hideaway Desk

$3,895

Mummenthaler & Meier Mid Century Rosewood Magic Box Hideaway Desk

By Mummenthaler and Meier

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Mummenthaler & Meier Mid Century Rosewood Magic Box Hideaway Desk This desk measures: 32 wide x 21.25 deep x 45 high, with a chair clearance of 27.25 inches Fair Vintage Condition ...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Mid Century Danish Teak Dresser Vanity Desk Combo by Borge Mogensen
Mid Century Danish Teak Dresser Vanity Desk Combo by Borge Mogensen

Mid Century Danish Teak Dresser Vanity Desk Combo by Borge Mogensen

$3,500

Mid Century Danish Teak Dresser Vanity Desk Combo by Borge Mogensen

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This Danish modern dresser–vanity features classic mid-century lines in warm teak with tapered legs and recessed pulls. The center drop-front opens to create a vanity or desk surface...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Fredrik Kayser
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Fredrik Kayser

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Fredrik Kayser

$3,195

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Fredrik Kayser

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...

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1960s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Teak Drop Leaf Desk for H.Sigh Denmark
Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Teak Drop Leaf Desk for H.Sigh Denmark

Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Teak Drop Leaf Desk for H.Sigh Denmark

$1,998Sale Price|60% Off

Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Teak Drop Leaf Desk for H.Sigh Denmark

By Arne Vodder

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century Danish modern Arne Vodder teak drop leaf desk for H.Sigh Denmark. Beautiful Teak desk with 3 drawer and 1 removable extension leaf on the right side. Desk top slides lef...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Vintage 1970s Danish Peter Lovig Mid Century Modern Desk in White Oak
Vintage 1970s Danish Peter Lovig Mid Century Modern Desk in White Oak

Vintage 1970s Danish Peter Lovig Mid Century Modern Desk in White Oak

$5,500

Vintage 1970s Danish Peter Lovig Mid Century Modern Desk in White Oak

By Peter Løvig Nielsen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The iconic Løvig teak flip top desk designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen, 1960s, Denmark. It’s versatile in that the back shelf can flip down on its brass hinges to create a larger work s...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key
Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key

$3,187Sale Price|25% Off

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key

By Jean Gillon

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stunning closable and lockable rosewood writing desk. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect all your documents. Opened, it has a large teak writing top that ex...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Expertly Restored -Danish Modern Executive Sculpted Rosewood Desk by H.P. Hansen
Expertly Restored -Danish Modern Executive Sculpted Rosewood Desk by H.P. Hansen

Expertly Restored -Danish Modern Executive Sculpted Rosewood Desk by H.P. Hansen

$7,895

Expertly Restored -Danish Modern Executive Sculpted Rosewood Desk by H.P. Hansen

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Danish modern Teak and Chrome 6 drawer Writers desk by Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik
Danish modern Teak and Chrome 6 drawer Writers desk by Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik

Danish modern Teak and Chrome 6 drawer Writers desk by Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik

$2,640Sale Price|40% Off

Danish modern Teak and Chrome 6 drawer Writers desk by Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik

By Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik, Poul Nørreklit, Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Unique Danish modern Teak and Chrome 6 drawer Writers desk by Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik. Very Minimalist Cube Teak desk with Chrome square tube legs and chrome knobs. This Desk has (...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Teak Secretary Desk with Brass Hinges, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Teak Secretary Desk with Brass Hinges, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Teak Secretary Desk with Brass Hinges, 1960s

$2,240Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Modern Teak Secretary Desk with Brass Hinges, 1960s

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century teak secretary desk Featuring a flip down front with small drawers organizer slots and lower large drawers. Beautiful danish construction including brass hinges with wond...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid century danish modern teak desk with 3 drawers
Mid century danish modern teak desk with 3 drawers

Mid century danish modern teak desk with 3 drawers

$2,100Sale Price|25% Off

Mid century danish modern teak desk with 3 drawers

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century danish modern teak desk with 3 drawers And lower brace. This danish desk has (2) upper drawers and (1) lower deep file drawer. The top has a beautiful teak wood grain wit...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Oak, Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak make up Vanity jewelry box by Arne Wahl Iversen
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak make up Vanity jewelry box by Arne Wahl Iversen

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak make up Vanity jewelry box by Arne Wahl Iversen

$1,800Sale Price|20% Off

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak make up Vanity jewelry box by Arne Wahl Iversen

By Vinde Møbelfabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century Danish Modern teak make up vanity or desk. Beautiful light teak color with a nice grain. Flip top mirror with brass ring pull opens to a sliding felt lined jewelry box wi...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Felt, Mirror, Teak

Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson
Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson

Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson

$14,000Sale Price|60% Off

Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Lafayette, IN

This remarkable piece is a one-off desk/wardrobe/bar/bookcase/storage cabinet custom-designed by George Nelson in 1949 to match his Basic Cabinet Series (BCS) for Herman Miller. The desk was made specifically for a client in the Promontory Apartment Building in Chicago designed by Nelson's associate, and world-renowned architect, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. The entire apartment was outfitted in pieces from George Nelson's Basic Cabinet Series for Herman Miller that sat, untouched for nearly 70 years in their original setting! In addition to two aluminium sconces, this piece also features hidden, fluorescent lighting mounted in the upper canopy as a clever solution to Mies van der Rohe's lack of ceiling fixtures. This is a gorgeous, grandiose, and extremely rare piece of design history that will instantly outfit an entire office in striking style! Features: Desk: - Book-matched walnut veneer - Built-in Bar - Built in coat closet/wardrobe - Dual aluminum sconces - Hidden, indirect fluorescent lighting - Silver-plated Herman Miller hardware - Dual "floating" book shelves - Tapered, cantilevered peninsula desk...

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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Aluminum

Superb Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Floating Desk by Dyrlund
Superb Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Floating Desk by Dyrlund

Superb Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Floating Desk by Dyrlund

$2,437Sale Price|25% Off

Superb Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Floating Desk by Dyrlund

By Dyrlund

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Superb Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Floating Desk by Dyrlund. All dark rosewood desk with 3 drawers on the left and 1 large drawer on the right for files etc. The front side of...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Birch, Rosewood

Rare Egon Ostergaard Swedish Roll-Top Secretary Desk Bookmatched Teak & Rosewood
Rare Egon Ostergaard Swedish Roll-Top Secretary Desk Bookmatched Teak & Rosewood

Rare Egon Ostergaard Swedish Roll-Top Secretary Desk Bookmatched Teak & Rosewood

$2,200

Rare Egon Ostergaard Swedish Roll-Top Secretary Desk Bookmatched Teak & Rosewood

By Egon Ostergaard

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed by Egon Ostergaard in the 1950s, this desk was made some time after by Gustafsson in Sweden. Similar to other pieces of the era and origin, this desk features awesome graine...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

Jacques Quinet, Desk, Cherrywood, Brass, France, 1960
Jacques Quinet, Desk, Cherrywood, Brass, France, 1960

Jacques Quinet, Desk, Cherrywood, Brass, France, 1960

$14,800

Jacques Quinet, Desk, Cherrywood, Brass, France, 1960

By Jacques Quinet

Located in High Point, NC

A special-order cherrywood and brass desk designed and produced by Jacques Quinet, c. 1960. Provenance: Executive office, Marseille Heavy patina brass handles and keyhole plates. ...

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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Italian Walnut Oyster Burl & Cabriole Legs Rectangular Writing Desk
Mid-Century Italian Walnut Oyster Burl & Cabriole Legs Rectangular Writing Desk

Mid-Century Italian Walnut Oyster Burl & Cabriole Legs Rectangular Writing Desk

$3,775

Mid-Century Italian Walnut Oyster Burl & Cabriole Legs Rectangular Writing Desk

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

We are very pleased to offer this elegant walnut oyster burl writing desk, made in Italy, circa 1950s. Crafted in beautifully figured oyster burl veneer, the surface displays distinc...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

George Nakashima Inspired Walnut Desk by Boyd & Allister
George Nakashima Inspired Walnut Desk by Boyd & Allister

George Nakashima Inspired Walnut Desk by Boyd & Allister

$9,400 / item

George Nakashima Inspired Walnut Desk by Boyd & Allister

By Boyd & Allister

Located in Santa Fe, NM

A walnut desk inspired by George Nakashima’s desk design of the late 1950’s. The desk is built in solid walnut with an exceptional live edge walnut slab top complimented by Wenge but...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955
Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955

Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955

$3,435

Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955

By Mummenthaler and Meier

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Measures : 83x54,5cm H:113cm A fold-down secretary desk that closes completely to resemble a small cabinet. When open, it offers a large work surface, numerous storage compartments,...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Italian Mid-Century Executive Desk designed by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Executive Desk designed by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Executive Desk designed by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

$11,969

Italian Mid-Century Executive Desk designed by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Traversetolo, IT

This spectacular desk was designed by Vittorio Dassi in the 1950s, probably with the artistic direction of Gio Ponti, with whom he collaborated for many years. Its aesthetic shape i...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Office Desk by Lucas Danish Style Writing Desk
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Office Desk by Lucas Danish Style Writing Desk

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Office Desk by Lucas Danish Style Writing Desk

$2,995

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Office Desk by Lucas Danish Style Writing Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A stunning vintage desk that oozes mid century style, this Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Office Desk by Lucas Danish Style offers fantastic storage space and a generous desktop are...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Teak

Danish Cantilever Floating Desk by Georg Petersens
Danish Cantilever Floating Desk by Georg Petersens

Danish Cantilever Floating Desk by Georg Petersens

$3,600

Danish Cantilever Floating Desk by Georg Petersens

By Georg Petersens

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Cantilever desk designed by Georg Petersens for Georg Petersens Mobelfabrik in Denmark. Circa 1960s beautiful teak wood. Unique architectural designed sturdy desk top accompanied by ...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Iconic Mid Century Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel c. 1960's
Iconic Mid Century Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel c. 1960's

Iconic Mid Century Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel c. 1960's

$2,800

Iconic Mid Century Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel c. 1960's

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in New York, NY

Classic Mid Century desk, designed by John Van Koert for Drexel, circa 1960's. This stylish desk features a two tier top, the upper section having two sliding doors, that open to rev...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Leather, Wood

Magic Box Desk from Ateliers Genestar in Paris - 1960s
Magic Box Desk from Ateliers Genestar in Paris - 1960s

Magic Box Desk from Ateliers Genestar in Paris - 1960s

$5,565

Magic Box Desk from Ateliers Genestar in Paris - 1960s

By Ateliers Genestar

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Ateliers Genestar "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet Measures : 83.5x56cm H:114cm Mid-century, 1950s "Magic Box". Made by the French manufacturer "Ateliers Genestar". This piece is ac...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Stewart MacDougall 1970s Room Divider with Desk, Birch, Walnut & Formica
Stewart MacDougall 1970s Room Divider with Desk, Birch, Walnut & Formica

Stewart MacDougall 1970s Room Divider with Desk, Birch, Walnut & Formica

$6,750

Stewart MacDougall 1970s Room Divider with Desk, Birch, Walnut & Formica

By Stewart MacDougall

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautifully conceived room divider with integrated desk from the 1970s, designed by Stewart MacDougall. Crafted in a harmonious blend of birch, warm walnut, vibrant Formica, and sl...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Toscana Vanity Table Oak Beige Leather Handmade by Greenapple
Mid-Century Modern Toscana Vanity Table Oak Beige Leather Handmade by Greenapple

Mid-Century Modern Toscana Vanity Table Oak Beige Leather Handmade by Greenapple

$11,751 / item

Mid-Century Modern Toscana Vanity Table Oak Beige Leather Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Toscana Vanity Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Toscana vanity table embodies the harmony of natural beauty and...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Mid Century Heywood Wakefield Prophecy Desk and Chair c. 1960's
Mid Century Heywood Wakefield Prophecy Desk and Chair c. 1960's

Mid Century Heywood Wakefield Prophecy Desk and Chair c. 1960's

$1,400 / set

Mid Century Heywood Wakefield Prophecy Desk and Chair c. 1960's

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in New York, NY

Rare Heywood Wakefield Prophecy desk and chair. This stylish desk features a white Formica asymmetrical top, with a solid wood base. The desk has three deep storage drawers, each wit...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Formica, Wood

1950s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
1950s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

1950s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$2,975Sale Price|50% Off

1950s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Lafayette, IN

Grand style and grand scale combine in this wonderful executive desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Desk features walnut construction, brass and mahogany pulls, and the renowned Dunba...

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1950s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

A Mid-Century Satinwood Console Table/Writing Desk
A Mid-Century Satinwood Console Table/Writing Desk

A Mid-Century Satinwood Console Table/Writing Desk

$2,554

A Mid-Century Satinwood Console Table/Writing Desk

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

Mid-Century Satinwood Console Table with fluted satinwood legs and three upper drawers.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Satinwood

Italian Mid Century Executive Desk designed by Vittorio Dassi in 1950s
Italian Mid Century Executive Desk designed by Vittorio Dassi in 1950s

Italian Mid Century Executive Desk designed by Vittorio Dassi in 1950s

$13,166

Italian Mid Century Executive Desk designed by Vittorio Dassi in 1950s

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Traversetolo, IT

Stunning desk designed by Vitoro Dassi in the 1950s, featuring a black glass top beneath which is a wooden band shaped like a gull's wing that connects to the central section. This r...

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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Paul Evans Patchwork Burl and Steel Cityscape Executive Desk, 1970's
Paul Evans Patchwork Burl and Steel Cityscape Executive Desk, 1970's

Paul Evans Patchwork Burl and Steel Cityscape Executive Desk, 1970's

$20,000Sale Price|20% Off

Paul Evans Patchwork Burl and Steel Cityscape Executive Desk, 1970's

By Paul Evans

Located in Culver City, CA

Some desks hold paper clips. Others hold power. This Paul Evans Cityscape Desk? It’s the power! Designed by the legendary Paul Evans in the 1970s, this monumental, sculptural masterp...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Danish desk table by Sven Ellekaer 1960s
Danish desk table by Sven Ellekaer 1960s

Danish desk table by Sven Ellekaer 1960s

$3,411

Danish desk table by Sven Ellekaer 1960s

By Sven Ellekaer

Located in Benalmadena, ES

Exclusive wooden desk attributed to the important Danish designer and architect Sven Ellekaer. Ellekaer's unmistakable design with its V-shaped curved wood and the precise union betw...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller
George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller

George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller

$1,600Sale Price|50% Off

George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in San Mateo, CA

Double pedestal desk by Herman Miller. This desk was probably a custom order. There are three wide drawers and three small drawers. The top small drawer has a sliding pencil...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Chrome

Joaquim Tenreiro, Desk, Rosewood, Brazil, 1960s
Joaquim Tenreiro, Desk, Rosewood, Brazil, 1960s

Joaquim Tenreiro, Desk, Rosewood, Brazil, 1960s

$17,400

Joaquim Tenreiro, Desk, Rosewood, Brazil, 1960s

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in High Point, NC

A rosewood desk designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s. Designed and produced for Bloch Editores S.A. Building, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.75"H x ...

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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Mid-Century Italian Desk with Drawers and Brass Details
Mid-Century Italian Desk with Drawers and Brass Details

Mid-Century Italian Desk with Drawers and Brass Details

$7,750

Mid-Century Italian Desk with Drawers and Brass Details

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Writing desk, wood, mahogany, walnut, brass, Italy, 1950s This Italian desk from the 1950s brings together different types of wood in a way that highlights both craftsmanship and ch...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

Expertly Restored- Svend A. Madsen Teak & Cane Desk / Bookcase for Sigurd Hansen
Expertly Restored- Svend A. Madsen Teak & Cane Desk / Bookcase for Sigurd Hansen

Expertly Restored- Svend A. Madsen Teak & Cane Desk / Bookcase for Sigurd Hansen

$5,895

Expertly Restored- Svend A. Madsen Teak & Cane Desk / Bookcase for Sigurd Hansen

By Svend Åge Madsen, Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Iron

Gianni Moscatelli Desk for Formanova, 1979 Italy
Gianni Moscatelli Desk for Formanova, 1979 Italy

Gianni Moscatelli Desk for Formanova, 1979 Italy

$14,500

Gianni Moscatelli Desk for Formanova, 1979 Italy

By Gianni Moscatelli, Formanova

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning Formanova desk by Gianni Moscatelli. Original Formanova tag dated and signed 1979, Italy. Newly refinished in a high gloss Ebony polished finish. Right side of desk has a fl...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Stainless Steel

Greta Grossman for Sherman Bertram Desk
Greta Grossman for Sherman Bertram Desk

Greta Grossman for Sherman Bertram Desk

$4,700

Greta Grossman for Sherman Bertram Desk

By Sherman Bertram, Greta Magnusson Grossman

Located in Coronado, CA

A solid walnut desk designed by Greta Grossman and produced by Sherman Bertram in the 1950s. The desk features sculpted wood pulls, raised edges, walnut slats (for books or papers), ...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Walnut

Italian Midcentury Presidential Executive Table Desk designed by Vittorio Dassi
Italian Midcentury Presidential Executive Table Desk designed by Vittorio Dassi

Italian Midcentury Presidential Executive Table Desk designed by Vittorio Dassi

$11,969

Italian Midcentury Presidential Executive Table Desk designed by Vittorio Dassi

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Traversetolo, IT

Majestic Italian Midcentury Presidential Desk designed by Vittorio Dassi in 1950s, givenits large and rare dimensions , can be assumed that it was designed on special commission, the...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

George Nelson for Herman Miller Executive Office desk and Return 1955
George Nelson for Herman Miller Executive Office desk and Return 1955

George Nelson for Herman Miller Executive Office desk and Return 1955

$7,500

George Nelson for Herman Miller Executive Office desk and Return 1955

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

George Nelson for Herman Miller Executive Office Desk and Return, 1955 Walnut case with laminate top and aluminum “H” base legs. The long cabinet is finished on all sides, featuring ...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Aluminum

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Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern desks for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage desks created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern desks made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original desks, popular names associated with this style include Paul McCobb, George Nelson, Herman Miller, and Arne Vodder. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for desks differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $249 and tops out at $72,000 while the average work can sell for $4,595.

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