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Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
crafted by Mummenthaler & Meier in 1950. Named the “Magic Box,” this exquisite piece transforms seamlessly
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Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk
Located in Baltimore, MD
A desk with incredible form and presence. This attractive original magic box desk, cabinet/desk
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk
Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk
H 45.3 in W 64.5 in D 20.38 in
TEAK Mid Century Modern Danish "MAGIC BOX" Desk / Hideaway Secretary Desk
Located in Weehawken, NJ
This Mid Century Modern Teak "Magic Box" secretary desk highlights precisely what makes Danish
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood, Teak

Mummenthaler and Meier Norway Teak and Birch Desk "Magic Box"
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Norwegian Made "Magic Box" Desk in a Box. Designed by Mummenthaler and Meier. Teak exterior with
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Birch, Teak

Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury teak closable locking teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century teak closable locking teak writing desk Similar to the Magic Box desk. The piece closes
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood, Teak

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
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

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
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Rosewood

Niels Erik & Gladsam Jensen "Desk in a Box"
By Vantinge Møbelindustri, Niels Erik & Glasdam Jensen
Located in Highland, IN
This remarkable "magic desk" design by Niels Erik & Gladsam Jensen is incredibly innovative and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Niels Erik & Gladsam Jensen "Desk in a Box"
Niels Erik & Gladsam Jensen "Desk in a Box"
H 47.5 in W 31.5 in D 20.5 in

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Located in Buffalo, NY
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Mummenthaler & Meier Foldable Desk, Working station, Magic Box, 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

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By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in San Diego, CA
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Mummenthaler and Meier Teak 'Magic Box' Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in New York, NY
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By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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1970s Secretary Desk Teak Magic Box Cabinet Niels Erik Glasdam Jensen Denmark
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By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in The Hague, NL
space with drawers, shelves etc. - they called it " Magic Box". Has installed lamp- tested& working
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By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
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Magic Box Desk Teak For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of magic box desk teak on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect piece of magic box desk teak — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An item from our selection of magic box desk teak is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made choice in our collection of magic box desk teak over the years, but those crafted by Mummenthaler and Meier, BRDR Furbo and Niels Erik & Glasdam Jensen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Magic Box Desk Teak?

Prices for a piece of magic box desk teak start at $1,200 and top out at $5,250 with the average selling for $3,038.

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