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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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Vintage Small Solid Oak Writing Desk/kitchen Table, Denmark, 1960s
Vintage Small Solid Oak Writing Desk/kitchen Table, Denmark, 1960s

Vintage Small Solid Oak Writing Desk/kitchen Table, Denmark, 1960s

$1,949

Vintage Small Solid Oak Writing Desk/kitchen Table, Denmark, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

A small solid oak desk made in Denmark during the 1960s. The table has a strong character with a warm, almost rustic feeling. Its shaped legs and visible construction give it the ch...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Oak

Dyrlund Danish Teak Executive Desk with Rounded Drum Pedestal Base, c. 1970s
Dyrlund Danish Teak Executive Desk with Rounded Drum Pedestal Base, c. 1970s

Dyrlund Danish Teak Executive Desk with Rounded Drum Pedestal Base, c. 1970s

$3,450

Dyrlund Danish Teak Executive Desk with Rounded Drum Pedestal Base, c. 1970s

By Dyrlund

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A striking Danish modern executive desk by Dyrlund, crafted in rich teak with the brand's signature soft, rounded edge detailing along the top. The rectangular top floats above a sub...

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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Floating-Top Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Floating-Top Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen

Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Floating-Top Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen

$4,500

Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Floating-Top Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen

By Peter Løvig Nielsen

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 precisi...

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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood, Teak

Beautiful Mid century danish modern teak and oak desk with 6 drawers
Beautiful Mid century danish modern teak and oak desk with 6 drawers

Beautiful Mid century danish modern teak and oak desk with 6 drawers

$2,800

Beautiful Mid century danish modern teak and oak desk with 6 drawers

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century danish modern teak desk with 6 drawers with curved brass handles. This danish desk has (2) drawers on each side with symmetrical design. The top has a beautiful teak wood...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Oak, Teak

Newly Refinished - Vintage Heywood Wakefield “Streamline Modern” Desk
Newly Refinished - Vintage Heywood Wakefield “Streamline Modern” Desk

Newly Refinished - Vintage Heywood Wakefield “Streamline Modern” Desk

$2,850

Newly Refinished - Vintage Heywood Wakefield “Streamline Modern” Desk

By Heywood-Wakefield Co., Count Alexis de Sakhnoffsky

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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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Birch

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk by Jens Risom, 1962, USA
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk by Jens Risom, 1962, USA

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk by Jens Risom, 1962, USA

$1,680Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk by Jens Risom, 1962, USA

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Elevate your workspace with this 1960s Mid-Century Modern walnut writing desk by Jens Risom. This desk showcases rich walnut grain, clean architectural lines, and a sleek floating to...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Walnut

Mid Century Modern Danish Teak “Magic Box” Secretary
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak “Magic Box” Secretary

Mid Century Modern Danish Teak “Magic Box” Secretary

$2,295

Mid Century Modern Danish Teak “Magic Box” Secretary

Located in Oakwood, GA

Mid Century Modern Danish Teak "Magic Box" Secretary, 45"H Authentic Mid-Century Modern Danish design "Magic Box" transforming secretary cabinet Expansive pull-out writing/work surfa...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

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. W...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

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

Vintage Thomasville Allegro Yellow Faux Bamboo Writing Desk
Vintage Thomasville Allegro Yellow Faux Bamboo Writing Desk

Vintage Thomasville Allegro Yellow Faux Bamboo Writing Desk

$1,600

Vintage Thomasville Allegro Yellow Faux Bamboo Writing Desk

Located in Redding, CT

Vintage Thomasville Allegro Yellow Faux Bamboo Writing Desk This yellow faux bamboo writing table is part of the "Allegro" collection by Thomasville from the late 1960s to the late 1...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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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

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

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

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Birch, Rosewood

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

Mid century Solid Maple Vanity with Stool and Mirror by Heywood Wakefield
Mid century Solid Maple Vanity with Stool and Mirror by Heywood Wakefield

Mid century Solid Maple Vanity with Stool and Mirror by Heywood Wakefield

$4,250

Mid century Solid Maple Vanity with Stool and Mirror by Heywood Wakefield

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful Mid Century Heywood Wakefield M-776 Solid Birch vanity and mirror. Part of the Sculptura line with stool in Champagne finish. Made in American Circa 1950. Three drawers at ...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Mirror, Maple, Upholstery, Glass, Birch

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

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Knee Hole 4 Drawer Desk with Key
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Knee Hole 4 Drawer Desk with Key

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Knee Hole 4 Drawer Desk with Key

$2,550Sale Price|40% Off

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Knee Hole 4 Drawer Desk with Key

By Drylund

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century Danish modern teak knee hole 4 drawer desk with key. Beautiful wood grain on top great construction details - solid wood handles. Made in Denmark.

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

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 Modern Italian Writing Desk, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Italian Writing Desk, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Italian Writing Desk, 1960s

$1,488Sale Price|30% Off

Mid-Century Modern Italian Writing Desk, 1960s

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Italian desk from the 1960s, restored and shellac polished. Note the brass handles and feet, the green glass top with original period adhesive paper underneath and the black painted ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass, Iron

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

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Oak, Teak

Swedish Designer, Desk, Oak, Brass, Sweden, 1910s
Swedish Designer, Desk, Oak, Brass, Sweden, 1910s

Swedish Designer, Desk, Oak, Brass, Sweden, 1910s

$6,800

Swedish Designer, Desk, Oak, Brass, Sweden, 1910s

Located in High Point, NC

An oak and brass Art Nouveau desk likely designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1910s. Heavy wear to tabletop surface. Mild to moderate wear to side panels. Mild to moderate wear ins...

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1910s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Dunbar
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Dunbar

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Dunbar

$2,975Sale Price|50% Off

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

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

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

$2,305

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

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Wood, 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 Herman Miller, George Nelson

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

Mid Century Desk Attributed to Jens Risom
Mid Century Desk Attributed to Jens Risom

Mid Century Desk Attributed to Jens Risom

$1,400

Mid Century Desk Attributed to Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

Stylish Mid Century, architectural desk, nicely refinished, clean and ready to use condition. The desk features a single bank of three drawers, each with a lip form handle, which h...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

Swedish Modern Rosewood & Mahogany Rolltop Desk by Egon Ostergaard for SMI
Swedish Modern Rosewood & Mahogany Rolltop Desk by Egon Ostergaard for SMI

Swedish Modern Rosewood & Mahogany Rolltop Desk by Egon Ostergaard for SMI

$3,600

Swedish Modern Rosewood & Mahogany Rolltop Desk by Egon Ostergaard for SMI

By Egon Ostergaard

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A refined example of Swedish Modern design, this rosewood and mahogany cylinder rolltop desk by Egon Ostergaard for Sven Mobelindustri was crafted in Sweden during the 1960s. The bea...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Mahogany, Rosewood

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

1960’s Ejgil Petersen EP401 Executive Writing Desk - Kai Kristiansen
1960’s Ejgil Petersen EP401 Executive Writing Desk - Kai Kristiansen

1960’s Ejgil Petersen EP401 Executive Writing Desk - Kai Kristiansen

$2,600Sale Price|28% Off

1960’s Ejgil Petersen EP401 Executive Writing Desk - Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Bern, CH

1960’s Ejgil Petersen EP401 Executive Writing Desk. Lockable drawers with original key. Three pull out drawers located on the seating side. Three book / decor shelves on the open sid...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Executive Desk by House of Jaipur
Mid-Century Modern Executive Desk by House of Jaipur

Mid-Century Modern Executive Desk by House of Jaipur

$4,880 / item

Mid-Century Modern Executive Desk by House of Jaipur

Located in New York, NY

A stunning expression of mid-century modern craftsmanship, this executive desk is handcrafted from solid, sustainably sourced wood. With its symmetrical design and graceful proportio...

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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Teak

Vintage Danish Teak Executive Desk Writing Desk Finished Back Office Desk MCM
Vintage Danish Teak Executive Desk Writing Desk Finished Back Office Desk MCM

Vintage Danish Teak Executive Desk Writing Desk Finished Back Office Desk MCM

$2,080

Vintage Danish Teak Executive Desk Writing Desk Finished Back Office Desk MCM

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful vintage Scandinavian Modern executive desk crafted in warm teak in Denmark. This elegant Mid-Century Modern desk features a clean architectural silhouette with six spacious...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

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

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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

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Oak

Mid-Century Danish Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen
Mid-Century Danish Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen

Mid-Century Danish Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen

$3,000

Mid-Century Danish Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen

By Arne Vodder, H.P. Hansen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

An exceptional example of Danish Modern design, this stunning teak desk was designed by renowned Danish designer Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen. Celebrated for his ability to combine el...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

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

$25,000

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

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Metamorphic Box Desk Danish Style Home Office
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Metamorphic Box Desk Danish Style Home Office

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Metamorphic Box Desk Danish Style Home Office

$1,785

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Metamorphic Box Desk Danish Style Home Office

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful spacesaving mid century desk, this Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Metamorphic Box Desk Danish Style perfectly embodies the functional elegance Mid Century Traders is kno...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Teak

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk

$4,595

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk This desk measures: 81.5 wide x 36 deep x 27.25 high, with a chair clearance of 24 inches Fair Vintage Condition - Desk has Areas of St...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Secretary Desk
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Secretary Desk

Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Secretary Desk

$1,600

Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Secretary Desk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful mid-century Danish modern teak secretary desk featuring sleek Scandinavian lines, elevated styling, and versatile storage. This compact piece includes two spacious lower dr...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Desk by Georg Petersens, 3 Drawers, 1960s
Danish Modern Teak Desk by Georg Petersens, 3 Drawers, 1960s

Danish Modern Teak Desk by Georg Petersens, 3 Drawers, 1960s

$1,960Sale Price|20% Off

Danish Modern Teak Desk by Georg Petersens, 3 Drawers, 1960s

By Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Danish modern teak desk with three drawers that have teak handles and a rectangular base. The drawers easily slide and are clean. original vintage condition and ready for use. Shows ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

John Van Koert Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Cherry Wood Roll Top Desk, 1959
John Van Koert Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Cherry Wood Roll Top Desk, 1959

John Van Koert Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Cherry Wood Roll Top Desk, 1959

$2,795

John Van Koert Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Cherry Wood Roll Top Desk, 1959

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern roll top writing desk By John Van Koert for Drexel USA, 1959 Sculpted cherry wood, with original brass hardware. Measures: 30"W x 22"D x 46.25"H...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Kidney Shaped Desk
Mid Century Modern Kidney Shaped Desk

Mid Century Modern Kidney Shaped Desk

$3,995

Mid Century Modern Kidney Shaped Desk

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Rare Mid Century Modern Kidney Shaped Desk. Finished back. 74.5w 21d 30h

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Alma Mid Century Rosewood and Leather Executive Desk
Alma Mid Century Rosewood and Leather Executive Desk

Alma Mid Century Rosewood and Leather Executive Desk

$3,895

Alma Mid Century Rosewood and Leather Executive Desk

By Alma Desk Company

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Alma Mid Century Rosewood and Leather Executive Desk This desk measures: 78 wide x 36 deep x 29.5 high, with a chair clearance of 28 inches Fair Vintage Condition - Desk has Stain ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

1960s Vintage Burl Wood Campaign Desk From Sligh Furniture
1960s Vintage Burl Wood Campaign Desk From Sligh Furniture

1960s Vintage Burl Wood Campaign Desk From Sligh Furniture

$5,275

1960s Vintage Burl Wood Campaign Desk From Sligh Furniture

By Sligh Furniture

Located in North Canton, OH

Spectacular Vintage Burl Wood Campaign desk from Sligh Furniture. Very Rare piece. Gorgeous Brass Campaign Hardware. CONDITION DISCLOSURE: Please understand nearly all of our invent...

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1960s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

John Van Koert Drexel Profile Desk Vanity with Original Chair c 1950's
John Van Koert Drexel Profile Desk Vanity with Original Chair c 1950's

John Van Koert Drexel Profile Desk Vanity with Original Chair c 1950's

$799 / set

John Van Koert Drexel Profile Desk Vanity with Original Chair c 1950's

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in New York, NY

Classic American Mid Century Modern writing desk / vanity designed by John Van Koert for Drexel as part of the sought after Profile series, circa later 1950's. The desk features one ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Metal

Rare 1970s Gianni Walnut & Lucite Floating Executive Desk
Rare 1970s Gianni Walnut & Lucite Floating Executive Desk

Rare 1970s Gianni Walnut & Lucite Floating Executive Desk

$22,500

Rare 1970s Gianni Walnut & Lucite Floating Executive Desk

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare and Monumental 1970s Gianni Floating Walnut & Lucite Executive Desk in the style of Vladimir Kagan. Beautiful solid walnut bullnose edging, two smaller drawers on the left ...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

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

Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955

$3,390

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

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

$5,494

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

Italian Designer, Desk, Teak, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Italian Designer, Desk, Teak, Brass, Italy, 1940s

Italian Designer, Desk, Teak, Brass, Italy, 1940s

$5,800

Italian Designer, Desk, Teak, Brass, Italy, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A teak and brass desk or secretaire designed and produced by an Italian Designer, Italy, 1940s.

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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Vintage MCM Desk by Sligh Furniture Cross Country Line with Black Painted Frame
Vintage MCM Desk by Sligh Furniture Cross Country Line with Black Painted Frame

Vintage MCM Desk by Sligh Furniture Cross Country Line with Black Painted Frame

$2,495

Vintage MCM Desk by Sligh Furniture Cross Country Line with Black Painted Frame

By Sligh Furniture

Located in Topeka, KS

Fabulous vintage MCM (a.k.a.) Mid-Century Modern Cross Country Line desk by Sligh Furniture composed of a black painted frame, 4 stacked dovetail drawers on the left with toe kick fr...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Paint

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