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Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955
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Vintage 1950s Desks

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Wood

Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955
Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955

Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955

H 44.89 in W 32.68 in D 21.46 in
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 Made in Denmark
Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark

H 40 in W 40 in D 20 in
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

Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier

Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier

H 45 in W 32 in D 21 in
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 Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier

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

H 45 in W 32 in D 22 in
Mid century Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning foldable and closable Rosewood writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

Mid century Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box
Mid century Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box

Mid century Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box

H 45 in W 32 in D 30 in
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

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

H 36 in W 40 in D 17 in
"Magic Box" by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1960's
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
60's. It is a foldable and closable writing desk or secretary desk called the "Magic Box". The
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

"Magic Box" by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1960's
"Magic Box" by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1960's

"Magic Box" by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1960's

H 45.28 in W 32.29 in D 21.26 in
Ronson 1930 Pik a Cig Magic Penguin Touch Tip Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box
By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco magic penguin mechanical dispenser box designed by Ronson. A beautiful, exceedingly rare
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Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

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Bronze, Steel

Ronson 1930 Pik a Cig Magic Penguin Touch Tip Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box
Ronson 1930 Pik a Cig Magic Penguin Touch Tip Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box

Ronson 1930 Pik a Cig Magic Penguin Touch Tip Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box

H 5.5 in W 8.25 in D 5 in

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Incredible “Magic Box” Secrecy Desk by Mumenthaler and Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Mount Penn, PA
An incredible "magic box" secrecy desk by Swiss architects Mummenthaler and Meier. This exceptional
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Incredible “Magic Box” Secrecy Desk by Mumenthaler and Meier
Incredible “Magic Box” Secrecy Desk by Mumenthaler and Meier

Incredible “Magic Box” Secrecy Desk by Mumenthaler and Meier

H 46 in W 32 in D 21 in
Mid Century Danish Modern “Magic Box” Desk by Mummenther and Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
“Magic Box” Desk by Mummenthaler and Meier. This amazing piece closes completely into a box and
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

Mid Century Danish Modern “Magic Box” Desk by Mummenther and Meier
Mid Century Danish Modern “Magic Box” Desk by Mummenther and Meier

Mid Century Danish Modern “Magic Box” Desk by Mummenther and Meier

H 45 in W 32 in D 22 in
Swiss Design Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1960's
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage mid-century Swiss design magic box desk by Mummenthaler & Meier. The 'MAGIC BOX' desk or
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

Swiss Design Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1960's
Swiss Design Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1960's

Swiss Design Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1960's

H 44.3 in W 32.49 in D 21.26 in
Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood Magic Box, Desk in a Box
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
The Swiss army knife of desks! This cleverly designed desk closes up into a box when not in use and
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood Magic Box, Desk in a Box
Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood Magic Box, Desk in a Box

Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood Magic Box, Desk in a Box

H 45 in W 32.25 in D 21.25 in
"Magic Box", Desk in a Box, Stylized Expanding Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier
By Arne Vodder, Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning foldable and closable teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood, Teak

"Magic Box", Desk in a Box, Stylized Expanding Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier
"Magic Box", Desk in a Box, Stylized Expanding Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier

"Magic Box", Desk in a Box, Stylized Expanding Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier

H 45 in W 32 in D 30 in
Mummenthaler & Meier “Magic Box” Transforming Rosewood Desk
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in San Francisco, CA
An extraordinary Danish modern “Magic Box” rosewood hide-away desk by Mummenthaler & Meier
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Brass

Mummenthaler & Meier “Magic Box” Transforming Rosewood Desk
Mummenthaler & Meier “Magic Box” Transforming Rosewood Desk

Mummenthaler & Meier “Magic Box” Transforming Rosewood Desk

H 45 in W 32 in D 21 in
Mummenthaler & Otto Folding Desk /Magic Box/1950s Desk
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in London, Lambeth
What an amazing design a mult functionalists desk that folds into a box.  
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Maple

Mummenthaler & Otto Folding Desk /Magic Box/1950s Desk
Mummenthaler & Otto Folding Desk /Magic Box/1950s Desk

Mummenthaler & Otto Folding Desk /Magic Box/1950s Desk

H 44.49 in W 65.36 in D 28.75 in
Mummenthaler & Meier "Magic Box" Foldable Desk / Working Station, 1950
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Switzerland, circa 1950. This amazing cabinet is nicknamed "Magic Box" because it reveals an entire working
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Mummenthaler & Meier "Magic Box" Foldable Desk / Working Station, 1950
Mummenthaler & Meier "Magic Box" Foldable Desk / Working Station, 1950

Mummenthaler & Meier "Magic Box" Foldable Desk / Working Station, 1950

H 46.46 in W 21.66 in D 32.68 in
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

Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950
Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950

Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950

H 45.28 in W 33.47 in D 22.45 in
Vintage desk ‘Magic Box’ designed by Mummenthaler & Meier in 1955
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Breda, NB
Vintage desk ‘Magic Box’ designed by Mummenthaler & Meier in 1955. This cabinet dates from 1955
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Desks

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Wood

Vintage desk ‘Magic Box’ designed by Mummenthaler & Meier in 1955
Vintage desk ‘Magic Box’ designed by Mummenthaler & Meier in 1955

Vintage desk ‘Magic Box’ designed by Mummenthaler & Meier in 1955

H 45.28 in W 67.33 in D 22.45 in
Mid century Modern Norwegian "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet C.1960s
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Bernville, PA
Classic Norwegian Mid-Century “Magic Box”. Tall handsome cabinet that opens to an intricate desk
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Maple, Walnut

Mid century Modern Norwegian "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet C.1960s
Mid century Modern Norwegian "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet C.1960s

Mid century Modern Norwegian "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet C.1960s

H 44.5 in W 32 in D 21 in
Mummenthaler & Meier "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hidden desk in a box, a.k.a. "Magic Box" designed by Mummenthaler & Meier in 1928, produced in the
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Wood

Mummenthaler & Meier "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet
Mummenthaler & Meier "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet

Mummenthaler & Meier "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet

H 45 in W 64.5 in D 21 in
Striking Folding Danish Modern Mid Century Desk in Walnut
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking beautiful rare Magic box folding box desk , circa 1980's very nice clean condition black
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Walnut

Striking Folding Danish Modern Mid Century Desk in Walnut
Striking Folding Danish Modern Mid Century Desk in Walnut

Striking Folding Danish Modern Mid Century Desk in Walnut

H 64 in W 32 in D 21 in
Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk Rosewood, Switzerland, 1950
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
called “Magic Box” and the name says it all. When you open the cabinet, it shows a very nice working
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Brass

Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk Rosewood, Switzerland, 1950
Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk Rosewood, Switzerland, 1950

Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk Rosewood, Switzerland, 1950

H 21.26 in W 66.15 in L 21.26 in
Mummenthaler and Meier Teak 'Magic Box' Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Astoria, NY
Ernst Mummenthaler and Otto Meier, referred to as 'The 'Magic Box', manufactured circa 1960s, with
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

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Teak

Mummenthaler and Meier Teak 'Magic Box' Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet
Mummenthaler and Meier Teak 'Magic Box' Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet

Mummenthaler and Meier Teak 'Magic Box' Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet

H 44.5 in W 66 in D 29.5 in
Ronson 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box
By Louis Vincent Aronson, Ronson Art Metal Works
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco magic penguin mechanical dispenser box designed by Ronson. A beautiful, exceedingly rare
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

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Brass, Enamel, Bronze

Ronson 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box
Ronson 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box

Ronson 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box

H 5.6 in W 5 in D 7.9 in
Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955 Retractable desk or “magic
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20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955
Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955

Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955

H 44.69 in W 32.68 in D 21.86 in
Danish Modern Teak Magic Box Desk
Located in Denton, TX
Convertible cabinet that opens to a large desk with multiple cubby’s and file storage. There are
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Magic Box Desk
Danish Modern Teak Magic Box Desk

Danish Modern Teak Magic Box Desk

H 45.38 in W 32.25 in D 21.25 in
Danish Modern Teak Desk in a Box, Magic Box Desk by BRDR Furbo
By BRDR Furbo
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Great desk for small spaces! This cleverly designed desk closes up into a box when not in use and
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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Desk in a Box, Magic Box Desk by BRDR Furbo
Danish Modern Teak Desk in a Box, Magic Box Desk by BRDR Furbo

Danish Modern Teak Desk in a Box, Magic Box Desk by BRDR Furbo

H 35.5 in W 35 in D 17.63 in
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

Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier

Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier

H 45 in W 32 in D 21 in
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

Mummenthaler and Meier Norway Teak and Birch Desk "Magic Box"
Mummenthaler and Meier Norway Teak and Birch Desk "Magic Box"

Mummenthaler and Meier Norway Teak and Birch Desk "Magic Box"

H 45 in W 32 in D 29 in
Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood "Magic Box" Hideaway Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, rosewood, "Magic Box" hideaway, folding desk by Mummenthaler and Meier
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood, Birch

Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood "Magic Box" Hideaway Desk
Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood "Magic Box" Hideaway Desk

Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood "Magic Box" Hideaway Desk

H 45 in W 32 in D 21 in
Ateliers Genestar "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet
By Ateliers Genestar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-century, 1950s "Magic Box". Expertly made by French manufacturer "Ateliers Genestar". This
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

Ateliers Genestar "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet
Ateliers Genestar "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet

Ateliers Genestar "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet

H 44.5 in W 32.75 in D 21.5 in
Mid-Century Modern "Magic Box" Mummenthaler Meier Style Folding Teak Desk
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique folding teak desk is designed in the style of Swiss architects Ernst Mum(m)enthaler
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern "Magic Box" Mummenthaler Meier Style Folding Teak Desk
Mid-Century Modern "Magic Box" Mummenthaler Meier Style Folding Teak Desk

Mid-Century Modern "Magic Box" Mummenthaler Meier Style Folding Teak Desk

H 45 in W 32 in D 21.5 in
1970s Secretary Desk Teak Magic Box Cabinet Niels Erik Glasdam Jensen Denmark
By Niels Erik & Glasdam Jensen, Vantinge Møbelindustri
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Hideaway secretary desk cabinet Danish modern teak hideaway desk-cabinet. Denmark 1970s Teak 'Magic
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

1970s Secretary Desk Teak Magic Box Cabinet Niels Erik Glasdam Jensen Denmark
1970s Secretary Desk Teak Magic Box Cabinet Niels Erik Glasdam Jensen Denmark

1970s Secretary Desk Teak Magic Box Cabinet Niels Erik Glasdam Jensen Denmark

H 47.25 in W 61.75 in D 33 in
Midcentury Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box
By Mummenthaler and Meier, Arne Vodder
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Stunning foldable and closable Rosewood writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box
Midcentury Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box

Midcentury Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box

H 45 in W 32 in D 30 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Desk in Teak Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box
By Mummenthaler and Meier, Arne Vodder
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Stunning foldable and closable teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

Mid-Century Danish Modern Desk in Teak Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box
Mid-Century Danish Modern Desk in Teak Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box

Mid-Century Danish Modern Desk in Teak Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box

H 45 in W 32 in D 30 in
Midcentury Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Stunning compact Rosewood writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss Mummenthaler and
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box
Midcentury Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box

Midcentury Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box

H 45 in W 32 in D 21 in
Vintage Mcm Danish Rosewood Magic Box Folding Desk by Neils Erik, Glasdam Jensen
By Niels Erik & Glasdam Jensen, Vantinge Møbelindustri
Located in Chicago, IL
Measures: 31.5” x 20.5” x 48”H; 60” x 29.5”D when open 31.5” x 20.5” x 48”H; 60” x 29.5”D when open Ingeniously designed Danish modern rosewood cabinet whose hinged doors open ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Desks

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Brass

Vintage Mcm Danish Rosewood Magic Box Folding Desk by Neils Erik, Glasdam Jensen
Vintage Mcm Danish Rosewood Magic Box Folding Desk by Neils Erik, Glasdam Jensen

Vintage Mcm Danish Rosewood Magic Box Folding Desk by Neils Erik, Glasdam Jensen

H 48 in W 31.5 in D 20.5 in
1950's Amazing "Magic Box' Organiser Bureau Compact Plywood Ateliers Genestar
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
This 'Magic Box' organising desk has been produced by various manufactures in Europe in the 1950's
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak, Plywood

1950's Amazing "Magic Box' Organiser Bureau Compact Plywood Ateliers Genestar
1950's Amazing "Magic Box' Organiser Bureau Compact Plywood Ateliers Genestar

1950's Amazing "Magic Box' Organiser Bureau Compact Plywood Ateliers Genestar

H 44.49 in W 32.68 in D 21.26 in
1960s, Teak 'Magic in Box' by Mummenthaler & Meier Switzerland
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful teak cabinet and if you open it 'expand' is there going to be an amazing agency. The office contains a lot of storage space, a sliding desktop with tray and a fold-out wor...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Desks

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Teak

1960s, Teak 'Magic in Box' by Mummenthaler & Meier Switzerland
1960s, Teak 'Magic in Box' by Mummenthaler & Meier Switzerland

1960s, Teak 'Magic in Box' by Mummenthaler & Meier Switzerland

H 44.89 in W 32.29 in D 21.26 in
Teak Folding Box Desk with Lamp by Mummenthaler & Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Dorchester, MA
This "Magic Box" folding desk, first designed in 1928 by Swiss architects Mummenthaler and Meier
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Maple, Teak

Teak Folding Box Desk with Lamp by Mummenthaler & Meier
Teak Folding Box Desk with Lamp by Mummenthaler & Meier

Teak Folding Box Desk with Lamp by Mummenthaler & Meier

H 44.5 in W 32 in D 21.25 in
Scandinavian Modern Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood Hideaway Secretary Desk
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Southampton, NJ
This “magic box” folding desk was originally designed in 1928 by Swiss architects Mummenthaler and
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Scandinavian Modern Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood Hideaway Secretary Desk
Scandinavian Modern Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood Hideaway Secretary Desk

Scandinavian Modern Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood Hideaway Secretary Desk

H 44.75 in W 55.25 in D 18.75 in
Ronson 1935 PikaCig Magic Penguin Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box With Lighter
By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco magic penguin mechanical dispenser box designed by Ronson. An extremely rare and very
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

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Bronze, Steel, Enamel

Ronson 1935 PikaCig Magic Penguin Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box With Lighter
Ronson 1935 PikaCig Magic Penguin Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box With Lighter

Ronson 1935 PikaCig Magic Penguin Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box With Lighter

H 5.5 in W 8 in D 5 in
Original "Magic Box" Writing Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
, drawers and boxes and a build-in light over the desk top. This is a unique and rare to find piece nick
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Maple, Teak

Original "Magic Box" Writing Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier
Original "Magic Box" Writing Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier

Original "Magic Box" Writing Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier

H 44.49 in W 33.08 in D 21.66 in
Mummenthaler & Meier Foldable Desk, Working station, Magic Box, 1960s
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Schagen, NL
This absolute phenominal writing desk, was designed by Mummenthaler and Meier, circa 1960s. This
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Maple, Teak

Mummenthaler & Meier Foldable Desk, Working station, Magic Box, 1960s
Mummenthaler & Meier Foldable Desk, Working station, Magic Box, 1960s

Mummenthaler & Meier Foldable Desk, Working station, Magic Box, 1960s

H 45.28 in W 32.29 in D 20.87 in
Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box, Desk in a Box Closable Work Station
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare foldable writing desk or secrétaire called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss Mummenthaler and
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Plywood

Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box, Desk in a Box Closable Work Station
Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box, Desk in a Box Closable Work Station

Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box, Desk in a Box Closable Work Station

H 45.28 in W 32.68 in D 21.26 in
Mummenthaler and Meier Teak 'Magic Box' Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in New London, CT
Ernst Mummenthaler and Otto Meier, referred to as 'The 'Magic Box', manufactured circa 1960s, with
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak, Maple

Mummenthaler and Meier Teak 'Magic Box' Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet
Mummenthaler and Meier Teak 'Magic Box' Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet

Mummenthaler and Meier Teak 'Magic Box' Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet

H 44.5 in W 32 in D 21.25 in
Mummenthaler & Meier Desk-in-a-Box or "Magic Box" Work Station Desk Secretary
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare foldable and closable writing desk or secrétary desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Maple, Teak

Mummenthaler & Meier Desk-in-a-Box or "Magic Box" Work Station Desk Secretary
Mummenthaler & Meier Desk-in-a-Box or "Magic Box" Work Station Desk Secretary

Mummenthaler & Meier Desk-in-a-Box or "Magic Box" Work Station Desk Secretary

H 45.28 in W 31.89 in D 29.53 in

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Located in San Antonio, TX
These WHITE WASH collage tiles are composed randomly from recycled wood remnants and when installed bathe any space with a warm feeling and texture which is meditative, sanded to a s...
Category

2010s Mexican Brutalist Contemporary Art

Materials

Wood

White Wash Brutalist Sculptural Collage Artwork, Mural from Upcycled Wood
White Wash Brutalist Sculptural Collage Artwork, Mural from Upcycled Wood

White Wash Brutalist Sculptural Collage Artwork, Mural from Upcycled Wood

H 23.5 in W 23.5 in D 2 in
Pivot Double Wall Sconce with Articulating Arms Made in Brass
By Christopher Gentner
Located in Chicago, IL
The pivot LED series with its articulated arm and adjustable head this brass lamp, is not only multidimensional, but it is an ever changing line drawing that nestles into a room. Rem...
Category

2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pivot Double Wall Sconce with Articulating Arms Made in Brass
Pivot Double Wall Sconce with Articulating Arms Made in Brass

Pivot Double Wall Sconce with Articulating Arms Made in Brass

H 16 in W 55 in D 4 in
Exceptional Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk
Located in Markington, GB
Totally free-hanging large teak 1960 retro desk, super minimalistic. it has a large desk and two cupboards. Height can be adjusted as required, it is very easy to fix to the wall (wi...
Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Exceptional Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk
Exceptional Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk

Exceptional Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk

H 33.47 in W 99.22 in D 18.9 in
Mid-Century Modern Vanessa Bed by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy, 1950s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Vanessa Bed by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina ,Italy, 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Vanessa Bed by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Vanessa Bed by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Vanessa Bed by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy, 1950s

H 27.96 in W 70.87 in D 79.14 in
1980s Space Age Desk
Located in Brecht, BE
A unique piece made in Belgium during the 1980s, this funky space age desk, never reproduced because to expensive.
Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Desks

Materials

Polyester

1980s Space Age Desk
1980s Space Age Desk

1980s Space Age Desk

H 32.68 in W 84.65 in D 42.52 in
Poul Cadovius Wall Unit or Room Divider
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Cadovius, open bookshelf or room divider, metal, Denmark, 1960s This sizable and minimalist shelving unit was designed by Poul Cadovius. This shelving system exists of a thin f...
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Poul Cadovius Wall Unit or Room Divider
Poul Cadovius Wall Unit or Room Divider

Poul Cadovius Wall Unit or Room Divider

H 73.04 in W 95.67 in D 14.18 in
Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova 'Cometa' Floor Lamp in Perspex and Aluminum
By Ettore Sottsass, Poltronova
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova, floor lamp, model 'Cometa' no. L026, acrylic, lacquered metal, chrome, Italy, design 1970 Funky and easy to love floor lamp designed by Ettore Sottsa...
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova 'Cometa' Floor Lamp in Perspex and Aluminum
Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova 'Cometa' Floor Lamp in Perspex and Aluminum

Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova 'Cometa' Floor Lamp in Perspex and Aluminum

H 80.52 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Adrian Pearsall Sofa in Walnut and Rose Leatherette
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, sofa, walnut, leatherette, United States, 1960s Beautiful sofa created by the American designer Adrien Pearsall. The sofa has a unique shape with sharp and geometri...
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Faux Leather

Adrian Pearsall Sofa in Walnut and Rose Leatherette
Adrian Pearsall Sofa in Walnut and Rose Leatherette

Adrian Pearsall Sofa in Walnut and Rose Leatherette

H 28.75 in W 131.89 in D 46.07 in
Dining Set Designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining set designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929. Birch. Stamped. This rare dining set by the Finish design icon Alvar Aalto is characterised by the combination of...
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Birch

Dining Set Designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929
Dining Set Designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929

Dining Set Designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929

H 28.35 in Dm 46.07 in
French Modern Fire Place in Black Sheet Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Fire place, sheet steel, France, 1960s. A well-designed fire place executed in black coated steel, ably employed as either the heart of a decor or its focal point. The whole constru...
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Sheet Metal

French Modern Fire Place in Black Sheet Steel
French Modern Fire Place in Black Sheet Steel

French Modern Fire Place in Black Sheet Steel

H 97.25 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
"Sino Meio" Contemporary Outdoor Wall Light in Cast Brass by Estudio Orth
By Estúdio Orth
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
Produced in São Paulo, Brazil. This outdoor wall light was meticulously handmade by master artisans one piece at a time. It is therefore quite difficult, if not impossible to make...
Category

2010s Brazilian Brutalist Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

"Sino Meio" Contemporary Outdoor Wall Light in Cast Brass by Estudio Orth
"Sino Meio" Contemporary Outdoor Wall Light in Cast Brass by Estudio Orth

"Sino Meio" Contemporary Outdoor Wall Light in Cast Brass by Estudio Orth

H 8.27 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in
Unusual Modular , Stacking 1940s Hamiton Blueprint / map display cabinet
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Modular ,Stacking 1940s Hamiton Blueprint / map display cabinet .3 section stacking .Sliding glass display with glass cabinet doors, large multi-drawer flat file base. hAND ...
Category

Vintage 1940s Industrial Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Unusual Modular , Stacking 1940s Hamiton Blueprint / map display cabinet
Unusual Modular , Stacking 1940s Hamiton Blueprint / map display cabinet

Unusual Modular , Stacking 1940s Hamiton Blueprint / map display cabinet

H 80 in W 45.5 in D 34.5 in
Rare Carlo de Carli Swivel coat rack vanity wardrobe for Fiarm, 1960s
By Fiarm, Carlo De Carli
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Fantastic and rare Carlo De Carli Vanity Wardrobe in walnut with a swivel base for Fiarm, 1960s. This stunning piece folds open to a coat hanger with the coat hangers, which are the ...
Category

Vintage 1960s Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Rare Carlo de Carli Swivel coat rack vanity wardrobe for Fiarm, 1960s
Rare Carlo de Carli Swivel coat rack vanity wardrobe for Fiarm, 1960s

Rare Carlo de Carli Swivel coat rack vanity wardrobe for Fiarm, 1960s

H 70.08 in Dm 23.23 in
STUNNING ANTiQUE REGENCY CHESTERFIELD TUFTED "TETE A TETE" CONVERSATION SOFA
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this extremely rare original Antique Regency circa 1810-1820 “Tete a Tete” Conversation couch in salmon valo...
Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

STUNNING ANTiQUE REGENCY CHESTERFIELD TUFTED "TETE A TETE" CONVERSATION SOFA
STUNNING ANTiQUE REGENCY CHESTERFIELD TUFTED "TETE A TETE" CONVERSATION SOFA

STUNNING ANTiQUE REGENCY CHESTERFIELD TUFTED "TETE A TETE" CONVERSATION SOFA

H 25.99 in W 43.51 in D 28.55 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Globe Wernicke Oak Five Stack Barrister Secretary
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced Delivery Rates - See Below or Click “Ask The Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Globe Wernicke Oak Five Stack Barrister Bookcase with Drop Front ...
Category

Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Globe Wernicke Oak Five Stack Barrister Secretary
Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Globe Wernicke Oak Five Stack Barrister Secretary

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Globe Wernicke Oak Five Stack Barrister Secretary

H 73.5 in W 34.75 in D 11.25 in
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Magic Box Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal magic box desk for your home. A magic box desk — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the magic box desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A magic box desk, designed in the Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one magic box desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Mummenthaler and Meier and BRDR Furbo produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Magic Box Desk?

Prices for a magic box desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,200 and can go as high as $5,250, while the average can fetch as much as $2,637.