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Giuseppe Ostuni for O-Luce '181' Multi Applicable Lights
By Giuseppe Ostuni, O-Luce
Located in Waalwijk, NL
lights is applicable to many different ways. Attach the lamp to a desk or a table and use it as a desk
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Postmodern "GLI" Desk Lamp by Marco Zotta for Eleusi, 1980s.
By Jean-Michel Wilmotte, Eleusi, Italy 1, Philippe Starck, Marco Zotta
Located in Lille, FR
Postmodern "GLI" Desk Lamp by Marco Zotta for Eleusi, 1980s.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
Antique Art Deco Chrome Gooseneck Desk Lamp
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Antique Art Deco Chrome Gooseneck Desk Lamp
A beautiful early twentieth century, articulated art
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel, Metal, Chrome
Green Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Metal work light / table desk lamp with 2 arms.
Switch in shade
Available with UK / US plug
Category
Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Adjustable Brass and Bakelite Wall and Table Lights 306 by Kaare Klint, 1950s
By Le Klint, Kaare Klint
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
lights are adjustable and can be used as wall lamps as well as desk lamps.
Total height with lampshade
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 17.72 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Figural Wall Lights after Thomire
By Pierre-Philippe Thomire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine pair of French 19th century Louis XVI style gilt bronze five-light figural wall lights
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
H 40.5 in W 20 in D 12 in
Midcentury Modern Set of 3 Wall Lights in Brass Candela Per Sundstedt Sweden
By Per Sundstedt
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These wall lights were made in 1972 in Sweden designed by Per Sundstedt named "Candela". Given that
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
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H 23 in W 12 in D 20 in
Midcentury Kurt Versen Double Bullet Wall or Desk Lamp
By Kurt Versen
Located in San Diego, CA
as a desk lamp. Kurt Versen lamps were selected for MoMA Good Design exhibitions and often selected
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
Black Metal Vintage Industrial Bakelite Goosneck Machinist Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Metal work light / table desk lamp with gooseneck arm
Black metal shade with Bakelite top
Switch in
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
H 20.48 in W 4.73 in D 9.85 in
Pair of Gilded Bronze and Marble Wall-Lights attr. to H. Dasson, France, c 1880
By Henry Dasson
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare pair of Louis XVI style wall-lights in chiseled and gilded bronze and marble. They are each
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Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 24.81 in W 14.18 in D 6.3 in
A25 by Alain Richard for Disderot
By Alain Richard, Disderot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lamp is amounted on rods for all different kinds of lighting : sconces, ceiling lights, desk lamps
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Metal, Chrome
5980 by Alain Richard for Disderot
By Alain Richard, Disderot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
nonetheless perfect at the end of a sofa, behind a bed or next to a desk. Placed higher up, this lamp can
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Metal
A24-2200 by Alain Richard for Disderot
By Alain Richard, Disderot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lamp is amounted on rods for all different kinds of lighting : sconces, ceiling lights, desk lamps
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Metal, Chrome
A24-1500 by Alain Richard for Disderot
By Alain Richard, Disderot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lamp is amounted on rods for all different kinds of lighting : sconces, ceiling lights, desk lamps
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Chrome, Steel, Aluminum
A25-190 by Alain Richard for Disderot
By Alain Richard, Disderot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lamp is amounted on rods for all different kinds of lighting : sconces, ceiling lights, desk lamps
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Metal, Chrome
A25-270 by Alain Richard for Disderot
By Alain Richard, Disderot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lamp is amounted on rods for all different kinds of lighting : sconces, ceiling lights, desk lamps
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Chrome, Steel, Aluminum
Rare Pair of Midcentury Made Alabaster Table or Desk Lamps / Classical Style
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare pair of midcentury made alabaster table or desk lamps / classical style handcrafted and very
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Alabaster
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H 11.8 in Dm 7.5 in
Bauhaus Early Modern Flex Wall / Desk Arm Sconce / Lamp #6716 by Christian Dell
By Kaiser Idell, Christian Dell
Located in New York, NY
A swing arm German Mid-Century / Early Modern Industrial wall arm sconce or desk flex arm light
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Vintage 1930s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Giuseppe Ostuni for O-Luce '181' Multi Applicable Light
By O-Luce, Giuseppe Ostuni
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Ostuni is applicable in many different ways. Attach the lamp to a desk or a table and use it as a
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Alain Richard Wall Lamp 5980 in White for Disderot
By Alain Richard, Disderot
Located in Glendale, CA
, behind a bed or next to a desk. Placed higher up, this lamp can spill light to create a diffused ambient
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Metal
Ping-Pong Wall Lamps by Masanori Umeda for Iguzzini, 1979
By iGuzzini, Masanori Umeda
Located in UTRECHT, NL
iGuzzini catalog featuring this Ping-Pong wall lamp. As far as we know, these series also included a desk
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Plastic
Anne Qvist 'AQ01' Wall Lamp in Black for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
responsibly sourced materials.
The AQ01 wall lamp draws its inspiration from the classic architect’s desk
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Aluminum
Anne Qvist 'AQ01' Wall Lamp in Blue for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
responsibly sourced materials.
The AQ01 wall lamp draws its inspiration from the classic architect’s desk
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Aluminum
Anne Qvist 'AQ01' Wall Lamp in White for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
responsibly sourced materials.
The AQ01 wall lamp draws its inspiration from the classic architect’s desk
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Aluminum
Munkegaard ceiling or wall lamp by Arne Jacobsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark 2005
By Louis Poulsen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Paris, FR
can find school desks, chairs and other lighting with same model name, since Arne Jacobsen designed
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Early 2000s Danish Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 3.94 in Dm 18.12 in
Alain Richard Wall Lamp 5980 in Black and White for Disderot
By Disderot, Alain Richard
Located in Glendale, CA
end of a sofa, behind a bed or next to a desk. Placed higher up, this lamp can spill light to create a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Metal
Anatomy Design 'Awkward Light' Steel and Aluminium Wall Lamp for Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
proximity: two sides of a sofa or both an armchair and a desk.
Technical information:
Voltage
Category
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Jo Hammerborg Orange Skala Swing Arm Wall Lamp for Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
versatile light suitable for a desk lamp, architects work lamp or as a colorful element basically anywhere
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Gio Ponti for Arredoluce, Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass Applique, 1957
By Gio Ponti, Arredoluce
Located in Milan, IT
Achille Castiglioni, whose Tubino desk lamp, released by Arredoluce in 1949, typified their ability to
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 37.8 in W 14.18 in D 7.09 in
Tito Agnoli for O-Luce 'Cornalux' Desk Lights
By O-Luce, Tito Agnoli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Tito Agnoli for O-Luce, desk lights 'Cornalux', metal, Italy, 1964.
Modern table lamps designed by
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
J 260 Wall Light by Wende Reid - Large Rustic Hand-Stitched Linen, Brass
By Wende Reid
Located in Paddington, NSW
These elegantly simple, handmade, modern classic, large brass and Italian linen wall lights with
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Rustic Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Italian Modern Cream Gold Murano Glass Brass Pair of Round Sconces/Flushmounts
Located in New York, NY
Combine grace with function with these wall lights/ flush mounts that have ideal size for small
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Green Aurora Resin LED Sconce by Richard Clarkson Studio
By Richard Clarkson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, matte-black aluminum reflectors, and LED lights that gently move to create a dynamic glow. Also
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Steel
Blue Aurora Resin LED Sconce by Richard Clarkson Studio
By Richard Clarkson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, matte-black aluminum reflectors, and LED lights that gently move to create a dynamic glow. Also
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Steel
Green and Blue Aurora Resin LED Sconce by Richard Clarkson Studio
By Richard Clarkson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, matte-black aluminum reflectors, and LED lights that gently move to create a dynamic glow. Also
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Steel
Lavender Aurora Resin LED Sconce by Richard Clarkson Studio
By Richard Clarkson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, matte-black aluminum reflectors, and LED lights that gently move to create a dynamic glow. Also
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Steel
1980's Copper & Brass Cantilever Lamp Cream British Army Lamp Shade
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
on walls or fixing directly above desks or workbenches where directional light is required.
All
Category
Vintage 1980s English Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Copper, Brass
Italian Modern Cream Gold Murano Glass Brass Pair of Round Sconces/Flushmounts
Located in New York, NY
Combine grace with function with these wall lights/ flush mounts that have ideal size for small
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
1980's Copper & Brass Cantilever Lamp Green British Army Lamp Shade
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
directly above desks or workbenches where directional light is required.
All lights are professionally re
Category
Vintage 1980s English Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Copper, Brass
1980 British Army Lamp Shade in Red with Copper Cantilever Wall Lamp Edison Bulb
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
or fixing directly above desks or workbenches where directional light is required.
All lights are
Category
Vintage 1980s English Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Copper, Brass
H 11.82 in W 9.06 in D 17.33 in
Pivot Double Wall Sconce with Articulating Arms Made in Brass
By Christopher Gentner
Located in Chicago, IL
the single sconce, double sconce, and desk lamp version and in both polished tarnished, darkened, hand
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Luminous Landscape III
By François Mascarello
Located in Paris, FR
seats, desk and bookcase in mineral composite; stucco, ceramic and bronze lights; lacquer marquetry
Category
2010s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Stucco
Luminous Landscape II
By François Mascarello
Located in Paris, FR
seats, desk and bookcase in mineral composite; stucco, ceramic and bronze lights; lacquer marquetry
Category
2010s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Stucco
Luminous Landscape
By François Mascarello
Located in Paris, FR
seats, desk and bookcase in mineral composite; stucco, ceramic and bronze lights; lacquer marquetry
Category
2010s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Stucco
1980s Ex British Army Lamp Shade and Galvanized Steel Short Reach Cantilever
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
lighting pictures on the wall or lighting workbenches or desks where functional lighting is required
Category
Vintage 1980s English Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
H 11.03 in W 9.06 in D 13.78 in
Adjustable Tubular Twin Sconce by Jean René Caillette
By Jean Rene Cailette
Located in Dronten, NL
" chair and the "Archal" desk, became synonymous with the elegance and innovation of French modernism.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
Modern Iron and Tan Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce - Plug In
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
as a desk lamp over a drafting table, as a bedside light, or simply mount adjacent to your favorite
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Steel
Set of Six: Dazor Floating Light, Re-Styled
Located in VUGHT, NL
of Antwerp (Belgium) in an old diamond workshop.
The from origin desk lamp's are transformed to
Category
Vintage 1960s Central American Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Modern Iron and Black Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce - Plug In
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
as a desk lamp over a drafting table, as a bedside light, or simply mount adjacent to your favorite
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Steel
Modern Iron and Tan Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce, Hardwired
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
as a desk lamp over a drafting table, as a bedside light, or simply mount adjacent to your favorite
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Steel
Modern Iron and Black Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce, Hardwired
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
as a desk lamp over a drafting table, as a bedside light, or simply mount adjacent to your favorite
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Steel
Adjustable Brass and Bakelite Wall and Table Lamp 306 by Kaare Klint, 1950s
By Kaare Klint, Le Klint
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
The original Kaare Klint Wall and table lamp 306 "Kiplamp".
This unusual vintage wall & desk light
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 17.72 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Serge Mouille - Rotating Sconce with 1 Long Arm in Black - IN STOCK!
By Serge Mouille
Located in Stratford, CT
The very long 1 (straight) arm rotating sconce finds its place above a desk, an armchair, or a bed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Everyday Brass Pendant
By Stellar Works
Located in New York, NY
of the reading light next to our beds in our childhood homes, or the lamp above the teacher’s desk in
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Everyday Black Pendant
By Stellar Works
Located in New York, NY
of the reading light next to our beds in our childhood homes, or the lamp above the teacher’s desk in
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Everyday Brass Ceiling/Wall Lamp
By Stellar Works
Located in New York, NY
of the reading light next to our beds in our childhood homes, or the lamp above the teacher’s desk in
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Large White Cana Wall Lamp by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
product on the market, the Officer desk, developed for the São Paulo brand Decameron.
2013 — Receives the
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
Small Black Cana Wall Lamp by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
, receives the IDEA Brasil award for his first product on the market, the Officer desk, developed for the São
Category
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
Large Black Cana Wall Lamp by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
product on the market, the Officer desk, developed for the São Paulo brand Decameron.
2013 — Receives the
Category
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
Small White Cana Wall Lamp by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
, receives the IDEA Brasil award for his first product on the market, the Officer desk, developed for the São
Category
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the lights for desk you’re looking for. Each lights for desk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and aluminum. There are 224 variations of the antique or vintage lights for desk you’re looking for, while we also have 56 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the lights for desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A lights for desk is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made lights for desk over the years, but those crafted by Gubi, Flos and Robert Dudley Best are often thought to be among the most beautiful. You’ll find that an occasional lights for desk may be too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller editions, measuring 3 across, are available at 1stDibs.
How Much is a Lights for Desk?
Prices for a lights for desk start at $200 and top out at $47,500 with the average selling for $1,125.
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Questions About Lights for Desk
- What is a Murphy desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A Murphy desk is a wall-mounted desk that folds out to provide a work surface for a laptop, tablet, documents, and other items. It is a great solution if you have a little space or don't require a full desk every day. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murphy desks on 1stDibs.
- What is a captain’s desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A captain’s desk is a type of desk that you stand at rather than sit in front of. It usually has an angled desktop and decorative molding. Captain Josiah Davenport commissioned the British furniture maker Gillows of Lancaster to design the first one in the late 18th century. Sometimes, people refer to the furnishing as a Davenport desk in his honor. Shop a variety of captain’s desks on 1stDibs.
- How high should a desk be?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A person of average height should have a desk that is 28 to 30 inches high.
- What is a kidney desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A kidney desk is a desk that has a curvy top that is similar in shape to a human kidney. Many kidney desks are very ornate, showing off details like vellum-lined tabletops and parquetry inlay. Shop a selection of kidney desks on 1stDibs.
- How do you date a desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To date a desk, first look for any stamps or labels that tell you the name of the company that produced it. You can then use the maker information to research the piece using trusted online resources. In some cases, you may even find a manufacturing date on the piece. If you have difficulty determining how old a piece is, seek help from a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern desks on 1stDibs.
- What is a console desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024A console desk is a high, narrow table called a console table that can double as a desk. It is often used by people who work from home in a communal space, such as a hallway or a living room, as a workspace. Some console tables feature built-in storage, like drawers or shelves. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of console tables.
- What is a modular desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.
- What is a waterfall desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.
- What is an executive desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.
- What is a kneehole desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.
- What is a bed desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.
- What is a peninsula desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A peninsula desk is a two-sided desk, with each side designed with one long drawer. This functional desk makes working with a partner easy. You can shop a collection of peninsula desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a hutch on a desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A hutch is a set of cabinets or shelves placed on top of a desk. Hutches can also be found on counters, drawers, and even cabinets.
- What is a desk tray?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.
- What is a captain's desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A captain’s desk is sometimes referred to as Davenport desk. It is a small desk with an inclined desktop that can be lifted to access large storage space. It has smaller spaces in the form of small drawers and pigeonholes on the sides. This desk owes its name to Captain Josiah Davenport (1771–1836) who was the first to commission the design. Find a collection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs today.
- What is a tanker desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A tanker desk is a type of desk made of a simple rectangular working surface that rests on two pedestals. A tanker desk can also take the form of a large surface that rests on a pair of small cabinets consisting of drawers of multiple sizes. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tanker desks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a writing desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The lights which are used in street lights are High-Pressure Sodium Lamps (HPS). These are globally used as they produce bright light and require very little maintenance. LED lights are slowly replacing HPS lamps due to their less energy consumption. Find a wide range of antique, new and vintage lighting on 1stDibs
- What is a cloud light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A cloud light is a decorative light made mainly from paper lanterns and cotton batting. It is small, lightweight, fully portable, battery-operated and easy to assemble. It could be hung from the ceiling or can be stand-alone. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and contemporary cloud lights.
- What is MOE lighting?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022MOE Lighting was one of the best Mid-Century Modern lighting manufacturers in the 1940s through the 1970s. A range of designs included chandeliers, pendants, sconces, and ceiling lights made of metal, glass, wood, fiberglass and other materials. Find a collection of vintage MOE lighting from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.
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The former magazine editor blends elements of the Far East and America’s eastern shores, bringing wit and delight to his handmade, upcycled designs.
Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room
This circa 1950 piece by the legendary Finnish lighting designer spent the past several decades in a family's home in Michigan.
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