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Lucite "Iceberg" Desk, in the Lion in Frost Style
By Lion in Frost
Located in Miami, FL
Impressive and huge desk, composed by two Lucite bases iceberg look and a beveled glass top. In the
Category

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

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Lucite "Iceberg" Desk, in the Lion in Frost Style
Lucite "Iceberg" Desk, in the Lion in Frost Style

Lucite "Iceberg" Desk, in the Lion in Frost Style

H 30 in W 72 in D 42 in
French 19th Century Writing Table Carved Oak Desk Lion Mask Louis XIII Style
Located in Labrit, Landes
Writing table or desk Henri II (also named Louis XIII style) 19th century with lion masque drawer
Category

Antique 1880s French Louis XIII Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

French 19th Century Writing Table Carved Oak Desk Lion Mask Louis XIII Style
French 19th Century Writing Table Carved Oak Desk Lion Mask Louis XIII Style

French 19th Century Writing Table Carved Oak Desk Lion Mask Louis XIII Style

H 34.65 in W 29.93 in D 16.93 in
Late 19th/Early 20th Century Edwardian Desk with Lion Paw Feet
Located in Manzano, IT
Late 19th/Early 20th Century Edwardian Desk with Lion Paw Feet Introduce timeless elegance into
Category

Antique 1890s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Late 19th/Early 20th Century Edwardian Desk with Lion Paw Feet
Late 19th/Early 20th Century Edwardian Desk with Lion Paw Feet

Late 19th/Early 20th Century Edwardian Desk with Lion Paw Feet

H 31.11 in W 68.9 in D 37.8 in
Fine Bronze Mounted Lion Head Mahogany French Louis XVI Style Desk Manner Linke
By François Linke
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a spectacular desk and features superb quality bronze and lion head pulls and ormolu. The
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Fine Bronze Mounted Lion Head Mahogany French Louis XVI Style Desk Manner Linke
Fine Bronze Mounted Lion Head Mahogany French Louis XVI Style Desk Manner Linke

Fine Bronze Mounted Lion Head Mahogany French Louis XVI Style Desk Manner Linke

H 31.25 in W 58.5 in D 29 in
Original George III circa 1780 Double Sided Walnut Partner Desk Lion Head Handle
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
twin pedestal double sided partner desk with Lion head handles and brown leather surface A very well
Category

Antique 1780s English George III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Original George III circa 1780 Double Sided Walnut Partner Desk Lion Head Handle
Original George III circa 1780 Double Sided Walnut Partner Desk Lion Head Handle

Original George III circa 1780 Double Sided Walnut Partner Desk Lion Head Handle

H 28.55 in W 59.06 in D 37.41 in
20th Century, French Desk or Bureau Plat with Lions in the Antique Empire Style
Located in Berlin, DE
same fittings, which represent classicistic winged lions depicted in brass. The original was built
Category

20th Century French Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

20th Century, French Desk or Bureau Plat with Lions in the Antique Empire Style
20th Century, French Desk or Bureau Plat with Lions in the Antique Empire Style

20th Century, French Desk or Bureau Plat with Lions in the Antique Empire Style

H 32.68 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in
Leather Wrapped Table with Lion, Maitland Smith Style
By Maitland Smith
Located in Toledo, OH
Leather wrapped writing table with lion, Maitland Smith style. Mahogany table, could be used as a
Category

Vintage 1980s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Leather Wrapped Table with Lion, Maitland Smith Style
Leather Wrapped Table with Lion, Maitland Smith Style

Leather Wrapped Table with Lion, Maitland Smith Style

H 31 in W 40 in D 19 in
1920s Writing Desk with Lion Paws, Germany
Located in Los Angeles, CA
stands on stylized lions’ paws. The writing desk can be positioned standing alone in a room because the
Category

Vintage 1920s German Renaissance Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

1920s Writing Desk with Lion Paws, Germany
1920s Writing Desk with Lion Paws, Germany

1920s Writing Desk with Lion Paws, Germany

H 30.32 in W 68.51 in D 33.86 in
Lucite "Iceberg" Desk, in the Lion in Frost Style
By Lion in Frost
Located in Miami, FL
Impressive and huge desk, composed by two Lucite bases iceberg look and a beveled glass top. In the
Category

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

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Lucite "Iceberg" Desk, in the Lion in Frost Style
Lucite "Iceberg" Desk, in the Lion in Frost Style

Lucite "Iceberg" Desk, in the Lion in Frost Style

H 30 in W 72 in D 42 in L 30 in
Ornately Carved Oversized Writing Table Desk Green Leather Top Lion Hairy Feet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely oversized ornately hand carved writing desk with
Category

20th Century English Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather

Ornately Carved Oversized Writing Table Desk Green Leather Top Lion Hairy Feet
Ornately Carved Oversized Writing Table Desk Green Leather Top Lion Hairy Feet

Ornately Carved Oversized Writing Table Desk Green Leather Top Lion Hairy Feet

H 31.11 in W 63.98 in D 32.49 in
Large the Lord Raffles Lion Writing Table Desk Three Drawers Carved Wood Dining
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
writing table or three drawer desk, it's actually large enough to use as an ornate dining table The
Category

20th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Large the Lord Raffles Lion Writing Table Desk Three Drawers Carved Wood Dining
Large the Lord Raffles Lion Writing Table Desk Three Drawers Carved Wood Dining

Large the Lord Raffles Lion Writing Table Desk Three Drawers Carved Wood Dining

H 30.91 in W 86.23 in D 46.46 in
French 19th Century Walnut Writing Table or Desk with Lions and Shield Crest
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Antique French accent table or side table that would make a stunning writing table or desk as well
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

French 19th Century Walnut Writing Table or Desk with Lions and Shield Crest
French 19th Century Walnut Writing Table or Desk with Lions and Shield Crest

French 19th Century Walnut Writing Table or Desk with Lions and Shield Crest

H 29.25 in W 32.5 in D 24.25 in
Writing Table with Lion Decor, Italy 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
A desk with fluted legs with leaf-decoration, a wide apron with gilded lion heads and a drawer with
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Writing Table with Lion Decor, Italy 19th Century
Writing Table with Lion Decor, Italy 19th Century

Writing Table with Lion Decor, Italy 19th Century

H 30.52 in W 43.71 in D 30.91 in
19th Century Antique Regency Rosewood Lion Paw Desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19TH CENTURY ANTIQUE REGENCY ROSEWOOD LION PAW LIBRARY TABLE DESK ROSEWOOD DESK WITH LARGE
Category

Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

19th Century Antique Regency Rosewood Lion Paw Desk
19th Century Antique Regency Rosewood Lion Paw Desk

19th Century Antique Regency Rosewood Lion Paw Desk

H 29.75 in W 47.75 in D 23.5 in
Desk on lion legs, Western Europe, circa 1920.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Desk on lion legs, Western Europe, circa 1920. Very good condition. Wood: oak + walnut
Category

Vintage 1920s German Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Desk on lion legs, Western Europe, circa 1920.
Desk on lion legs, Western Europe, circa 1920.

Desk on lion legs, Western Europe, circa 1920.

H 30.71 in W 66.15 in D 33.08 in
Desk on Lion Legs, Northern Europe, circa 1920
Located in Chorzów, PL
Desk on lion legs, Northern Europe, circa 1920. Very good condition. Wood: oak + walnut
Category

Vintage 1920s Scandinavian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Desk on Lion Legs, Northern Europe, circa 1920
Desk on Lion Legs, Northern Europe, circa 1920

Desk on Lion Legs, Northern Europe, circa 1920

H 31.5 in W 64.57 in D 32.29 in
19th Century Antique Carved Oak Lions Head Desk Table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19TH CENTURY ANTIQUE CARVED OAK LIONS HEAD DESK TABLE BEAUTIFUL TABLE, FEATURING CANDY TWIST
Category

Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

19th Century Antique Carved Oak Lions Head Desk Table
19th Century Antique Carved Oak Lions Head Desk Table

19th Century Antique Carved Oak Lions Head Desk Table

H 30.5 in W 60 in D 35.5 in
Office Desk on Lion Legs, Western Europe, circa 1930
Located in Chorzów, PL
Study desk, Western Europe, circa 1930. Very good condition. Wood: walnut dimensions
Category

Vintage 1930s German Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Office Desk on Lion Legs, Western Europe, circa 1930
Office Desk on Lion Legs, Western Europe, circa 1930

Office Desk on Lion Legs, Western Europe, circa 1930

H 30.71 in W 70.08 in D 39.38 in
Vintage Georgian Revival Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This magnificent flame Georgian Revival mahogany lion's head partners desk dates from the second
Category

Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Georgian Revival Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk, 20th Century
Vintage Georgian Revival Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk, 20th Century

Vintage Georgian Revival Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk, 20th Century

H 30.32 in W 71.66 in D 42.13 in
19th Century Antique Regency Rosewood Lion Paw Library Table Desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rosewood Desk With Large Carved Lion Paw Feet With Centre Stretcher. Leather Top With Gold Tooling.
Category

Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

19th Century Antique Regency Rosewood Lion Paw Library Table Desk
19th Century Antique Regency Rosewood Lion Paw Library Table Desk

19th Century Antique Regency Rosewood Lion Paw Library Table Desk

H 29.75 in W 47.75 in D 23.5 in
American Empire Kidney Shaped Lion Paw Foot Desk with Four Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company, Henredon
Located in Houston, TX
Lovely Empire kidney-shaped desk with lion paw foot detailing. Features two drawers on either side.
Category

Vintage 1920s American American Empire Desks and Writing Tables

American Empire Kidney Shaped Lion Paw Foot Desk with Four Drawers
American Empire Kidney Shaped Lion Paw Foot Desk with Four Drawers

American Empire Kidney Shaped Lion Paw Foot Desk with Four Drawers

H 29.5 in W 45 in D 21 in
Vintage Georgian Revival Flame Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk 20th C
Located in London, GB
This magnificent vintage flame mahogany lion's head partners desk is in Kentian style and in the
Category

Vintage 1970s Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood, Leather

Vintage Georgian Revival Flame Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk 20th C
Vintage Georgian Revival Flame Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk 20th C

Vintage Georgian Revival Flame Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk 20th C

H 29.93 in W 73.23 in D 40.16 in
Antique Victorian RJ Horner Quartersawn Oak Lion Library Table Partners Desk
By R.J. Horner & Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
"Antique American Victorian RJ Horner partners desk or library table. Made from quartersawn oak
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Victorian RJ Horner Quartersawn Oak Lion Library Table Partners Desk
Antique Victorian RJ Horner Quartersawn Oak Lion Library Table Partners Desk

Antique Victorian RJ Horner Quartersawn Oak Lion Library Table Partners Desk

H 29 in W 48 in D 30 in
Antique Desk on Lion Legs, Western Europe, Around 1910, After Renovation
Located in Chorzów, PL
An office desk from the early 20th century. Manufactured in Germany in circa 1910 Furniture
Category

Vintage 1910s German Renaissance Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Antique Desk on Lion Legs, Western Europe, Around 1910, After Renovation
Antique Desk on Lion Legs, Western Europe, Around 1910, After Renovation

Antique Desk on Lion Legs, Western Europe, Around 1910, After Renovation

H 30.71 in W 67.72 in D 31.5 in
Early 20th Century Russian Brass Greek Key Inlaid Executive Desk with Lions
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
features lion heads on each corner. The desk measures 31 tall x 67 wide x 37 deep.
Category

Vintage 1920s Russian Empire Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th Century Russian Brass Greek Key Inlaid Executive Desk with Lions
Early 20th Century Russian Brass Greek Key Inlaid Executive Desk with Lions

Early 20th Century Russian Brass Greek Key Inlaid Executive Desk with Lions

H 31 in W 68 in D 37 in
Antique Desk on Lion Legs from Interwar Period, Northen Europe, circa 1920
Located in Chorzów, PL
Desk on lion legs, Northern Europe, circa 1920. Very good condition. Wood: oak + walnut
Category

Vintage 1920s Scandinavian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Antique Desk on Lion Legs from Interwar Period, Northen Europe, circa 1920
Antique Desk on Lion Legs from Interwar Period, Northen Europe, circa 1920

Antique Desk on Lion Legs from Interwar Period, Northen Europe, circa 1920

H 31.5 in W 62.21 in D 32.29 in
Egyptian Revival Carved Lion Head Leather Top Rosewood Desk by Baker Furniture
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Houston, TX
Gorgeous two-tone Brazilian rosewood executive desk by Baker Furniture featuring lovely carved lion
Category

Vintage 1960s Egyptian Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Egyptian Revival Carved Lion Head Leather Top Rosewood Desk by Baker Furniture
Egyptian Revival Carved Lion Head Leather Top Rosewood Desk by Baker Furniture

Egyptian Revival Carved Lion Head Leather Top Rosewood Desk by Baker Furniture

H 30.5 in W 66.5 in D 38 in
19th century French Carved Oak Desk Library Table Lion Crest Renaissance Baroque
Located in Shreveport, LA
Geaux Vintage Antiques 19th century French Carved Oak Desk Library Table Lion Crest Renaissance
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

19th century French Carved Oak Desk Library Table Lion Crest Renaissance Baroque
19th century French Carved Oak Desk Library Table Lion Crest Renaissance Baroque

19th century French Carved Oak Desk Library Table Lion Crest Renaissance Baroque

H 31.5 in W 49.25 in D 32.5 in
Burr Walnut Antique Victorian Lion Claw & Ball Feet Kidney Library Table Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this important late Victorian burr walnut kidney library table desk with
Category

Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Burr Walnut Antique Victorian Lion Claw & Ball Feet Kidney Library Table Desk
Burr Walnut Antique Victorian Lion Claw & Ball Feet Kidney Library Table Desk

Burr Walnut Antique Victorian Lion Claw & Ball Feet Kidney Library Table Desk

H 29.34 in W 85.04 in D 44.49 in
French 19th Century Walnut Two-Drawer Desk with Leather Top and Lion Ring Pulls
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French walnut desk from the 19th century, with leather top, two drawers and lion ring pulls
Category

Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Walnut Two-Drawer Desk with Leather Top and Lion Ring Pulls
French 19th Century Walnut Two-Drawer Desk with Leather Top and Lion Ring Pulls

French 19th Century Walnut Two-Drawer Desk with Leather Top and Lion Ring Pulls

H 28.75 in W 44.75 in D 25 in
French 19th Century Writing Table Carved Oak Desk Lion Masks
Located in Labrit, Landes
Writing table or desk Henri II 19th century with lion masque drawer handles Barley twist legs and
Category

Antique 1880s French Louis XIII Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

French 19th Century Writing Table Carved Oak Desk Lion Masks
French 19th Century Writing Table Carved Oak Desk Lion Masks

French 19th Century Writing Table Carved Oak Desk Lion Masks

H 29.53 in W 38.98 in D 23.23 in
4 Lion's Desk Fully Carved, circa 1920, Empire Style
Located in Berlin, DE
Imposing mansion desk Renaissance lions, circa 1920 Through and through oak. Straight body on
Category

20th Century Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

4 Lion's Desk Fully Carved, circa 1920, Empire Style
4 Lion's Desk Fully Carved, circa 1920, Empire Style

4 Lion's Desk Fully Carved, circa 1920, Empire Style

H 30.71 in W 66.93 in D 36.23 in
Vintage Flame Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This magnificent flame mahogany lion's head partners desk dates from the second half of the 20th
Category

Vintage 1970s Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Satinwood

Vintage Flame Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk, 20th Century
Vintage Flame Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk, 20th Century

Vintage Flame Mahogany Lion's Head Partner's Desk, 20th Century

H 29.93 in W 73.23 in D 41.34 in
Antique French Desk Table Renaissance Revival Barley Twist Lions Carved Oak 19C
Located in Tyler, TX
BEAUTIFUL 19th Century Antique French Oak Renaissance Revival Library Office Desk with Double
Category

Antique 1880s French Renaissance Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique French Desk Table Renaissance Revival Barley Twist Lions Carved Oak 19C
Antique French Desk Table Renaissance Revival Barley Twist Lions Carved Oak 19C

Antique French Desk Table Renaissance Revival Barley Twist Lions Carved Oak 19C

H 30.5 in W 47 in D 25.25 in
Office Furniture on Lion Legs, Western Europe, circa 1920
Located in Chorzów, PL
Dimensions : Library: Height 191 cm, length 295 cm, depth 63 cm. Desk: Height 79 cm, length 164 cm
Category

Vintage 1920s German Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Office Furniture on Lion Legs, Western Europe, circa 1920
Office Furniture on Lion Legs, Western Europe, circa 1920

Office Furniture on Lion Legs, Western Europe, circa 1920

H 75.2 in W 116.15 in D 24.81 in
Empire Style 3 Drawer Bureau Plat with Bronze Winged Lions
Located in San Francisco, CA
pieces, all supported on bronze winged lions with paw feet. Raised on H-form stretcher. Great desk
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Empire Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Empire Style 3 Drawer Bureau Plat with Bronze Winged Lions
Empire Style 3 Drawer Bureau Plat with Bronze Winged Lions

Empire Style 3 Drawer Bureau Plat with Bronze Winged Lions

H 31.5 in W 63 in D 32 in
19th Century Lion Face Carved Tudor Style Writing Desk
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a beautiful and nicely carved Tudor style writing desk from England. It has a single drawer
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Tudor Desks

Materials

Wood

19th Century Lion Face Carved Tudor Style Writing Desk
19th Century Lion Face Carved Tudor Style Writing Desk

19th Century Lion Face Carved Tudor Style Writing Desk

H 31 in W 36 in D 17.5 in
19th Century French Renaissance Writing Table with Lions
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Renaissance Writing Table with Lions immortalizes the King of Beasts, the proud
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Desks

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Renaissance Writing Table with Lions
19th Century French Renaissance Writing Table with Lions

19th Century French Renaissance Writing Table with Lions

H 30 in W 58.5 in D 37 in
Lion in Frost Laminate, Polished Chrome and Lucite Desk
By Lion in Frost
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic signed "Lion in Frost" desk made with thick bent Lucite, laminate and polished chrome
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Lion in Frost Laminate, Polished Chrome and Lucite Desk
Lion in Frost Laminate, Polished Chrome and Lucite Desk

Lion in Frost Laminate, Polished Chrome and Lucite Desk

H 29.5 in W 59 in D 28 in
Vanity-Desk in Lucite and Marble
By Lion in Frost
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
desk or perhaps dressing table. The piece has been professionally restored (2018) with polishing of
Category

Late 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble

Vanity-Desk in Lucite and Marble
Vanity-Desk in Lucite and Marble

Vanity-Desk in Lucite and Marble

H 29.5 in W 51.38 in D 28 in
Spectacular J.C. Moreux Solid Oak Carved Curved Desk with Lion's Leg
By Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in Paris, ile de france
Spectacular J.C. Moreux solid oak carved curved desk with lion's leg.
Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Spectacular J.C. Moreux Solid Oak Carved Curved Desk with Lion's Leg
Spectacular J.C. Moreux Solid Oak Carved Curved Desk with Lion's Leg

Spectacular J.C. Moreux Solid Oak Carved Curved Desk with Lion's Leg

H 27.96 in W 76.78 in D 31.89 in
Oak Lion's Head Writing Desk
Located in Aurora, OR
Stately enough for the library of a steel baron, this writing desk is handsome and functional. The
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Desks

Materials

Oak

Oak Lion's Head Writing Desk
Oak Lion's Head Writing Desk

Oak Lion's Head Writing Desk

H 29 in W 40 in D 26 in
Victorian Intricately Carved Oak Kneehole Desk with Lion Head Handles
Located in Pau, FR
and four graduating drawers on either side with Gothic style lion head handles. The top of the desk
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Leather

Victorian Intricately Carved Oak Kneehole Desk with Lion Head Handles
Victorian Intricately Carved Oak Kneehole Desk with Lion Head Handles

Victorian Intricately Carved Oak Kneehole Desk with Lion Head Handles

H 30 in W 30 in D 48 in
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Lion Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal lion writing desk for your home. Frequently made of wood, oak and animal skin, every lion writing desk was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer lion writing desk, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A lion writing desk made by Empire designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — is very popular. A well-made lion writing desk has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Lion in Frost and Baker Furniture Company are consistently popular.

How Much is a Lion Writing Desk?

Prices for a lion writing desk start at $750 and top out at $9,500 with the average selling for $4,500.
Questions About Lion Writing Desk
  • What is a writing desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.

  • What is a small writing desk called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A small writing table is also called a davenport table or davenport desk. They normally feature a sloped or inclined top attached with hinges to the back of the table. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage davenport desks.
  • What is a writing desk with drawers called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A writing desk with drawers is also called a secretary. It is a desk with drawers, one of which can be pushed out and the front of the desk lowered to create a flat writing surface. These writing desks have been made in a variety of styles over the years. Shop for a variety of writing tables with drawers on 1stDibs.
  • What is an old-fashioned writing desk called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    What an old-fashioned writing desk is called varies by design. Pieces with drop-down fronts are secretary desks (these are typically made of two parts: a chest of drawers on the bottom and a hutch or cupboard with shelves on the top), while ones that rest on two pillars, cabinets or bookcases are pedestal desks. A desk with a small writing surface positioned in front of drawers and cubbies is a bureau à gradin. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of desks.
  • What was the term in French furniture for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.

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