Metamorphic Writing Desk
Early 20th Century Metamorphic Writing Desk by J.C Vickery of London
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 20th century mahogany metamorphic writing table by J.C Vickery of Regent St, London, the
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Vintage 1910s European Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Metamorphic Syrian Writing Table
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th Century metamorphic Syrian writing table, the duel hinged top lifting up and folding over to
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Antique 1860s Syrian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Regency Period Metamorphic Writing /Book Table
Located in Hudson, NY
slide for the raising of the table's top. Metamorphic tables are especially interesting as they served
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Antique 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Queen Anne Style Metamorphic Table Desk
By Pennsylvania House
Located in New York, NY
Queen Anne style metamorphic dining table or desk with single drawer, marked to interior
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Late 20th Century Queen Anne Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Fine Antique George III circa 1820 Metamorphic Library Desk into Bookcase Ladder
Located in GB
metamorphic library desk / writing table which converts into a library bookcase ladder
Please note the
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Antique 1820s English George III Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 25.6 in W 44.1 in D 23.82 in
Period George III Chippendale Mahogany Architect's Table or Desk
Located in Essex, MA
Period Georgian architect's table or desk
--Metamorphic
--Cuban mahogany
--Writing surfaces and
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
George II Mahogany Harlequin Table
Located in Dallas, TX
reflects the George II French style and fascination for metamorphic furniture as favored in the 1730s for
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Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Chippendale Metamorphic Chest with Pull Out Writing Desk, 18th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
A Regal English Chippendale Metamorphic Chest having a Pull Out Writing Desk made in the Late 18th
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
H 32.5 in W 42.25 in D 23.75 in
Queen Ann Walnut Metamorphic Chest with Pull Out Writing Desk, 18th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
unusual Georgian writing chest of drawers has a metamorphic desk that pulls out with the top drawer that
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Antique Early 18th Century English Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Walnut
H 30.75 in W 33.75 in D 22.5 in
English Regency Metamorphic Book Case -Desk
Located in Hudson, NY
This finely made English regency period metamorphic bookcase-desk is also of an interesting and
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Antique 19th Century English Regency Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Mid-19th Century Campaign Camphor Metamorphic Lap Desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rare and good quality camphor wood writing desk, circa 1860.
Brass bound around the outer edges
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Antique Mid-19th Century Indonesian Campaign Decorative Boxes
Materials
Hardwood
An Anglo-Chinese padouk metamorphic architect’s table
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
An Anglo-Chinese padouk metamorphic architect’s table, this apparently simple table is an
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Antique 1780s English Tables
Materials
Padouk
Important Beau Brummell Regency Period Flame Mahogany Gentleman's Dressing Table
Located in Forney, TX
- work table - writing desk)
Refined elegant sophistication at its finest, born in late 18th / early
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Vanities
Materials
Brass
H 29.5 in W 44.5 in D 25.75 in
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Venetian Rococo Revival Lacquered Ladies Desk
Located in New York, NY
Venetian Rococo Revival lacquered wood ladies desk or writing table raised on tapered cabriole legs, having two drawers to front, floral motif painted to top surmounted with conformi...
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Late 20th Century Rococo Desks and Writing Tables
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Antique Traditional Syrian Geometrical Marquetry Side Table
Located in London, GB
Antique traditional Syrian geometrical marquetry side table
Syrian, late 19th century
Measures: Height 68cm, width 39cm, depth 42cm
This beautiful side table is a fine demonstra...
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Antique Late 19th Century Syrian Islamic Side Tables
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Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Large Damascus Enamelled Copper Panel, Syria, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Of rectangular form in five horizontal sections mounted on wood, comprising fifteen copper panels decorated in polychrome enamel with inscription-filled cartouches interspersed by fl...
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Antique 19th Century Syrian Wall Brackets
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Enamel
Original Italian Desk in Walnut and Fir, with Three Drawers, Turned Leg
Located in Buggiano, IT
Original 1900 Italian desk in walnut and fir, with three drawers, turned leg.
It originally belonged to a family doctor's office.
They will be delivered in a specific wooden case for...
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Rustic Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut, Fir
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H 30.71 in W 44.49 in D 24.41 in
18th Century, French Mahogany Secretaire a Abattant
Located in Sofia, BG
Secretaire a abattant that dates to the end of the 18th century. The interior of the secretaire features five drawers. The secretaire is further configured with two drawers at the to...
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Antique Late 18th Century French Secretaires
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Mahogany
White Mother of Pearl Inlaid Antique Middle Eastern Damascene Syrian Mirror 66"
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Levantine Middle Eastern Moorish Damascene Syrian white Mother of Pearl Inlaid antique Mirror, Late 19th Century.
White Mother of Pearl Inlaid Middle Eastern Syrian Mirror.
Antique M...
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Antique Late 19th Century Lebanese Moorish Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace ...
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Walnut, Shell, Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl
H 66 in W 34 in D 1.5 in
19th Century Lombardy Louis XV Style Center Table
Located in Encinitas, CA
Lombardy style center table in walnut with four curved legs and ebony profiles. Wonderful modern line, clean and elegant.
Stylish for a small entry table or writing desk.
Measures: ...
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Antique 19th Century Italian Louis XV Sofa Tables
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Walnut
Pair of Syrian Walnut And Parquetry Tub Armchairs
Located in London, London
Pair of tub armchairs
Walnut with parquetry
Mother of pearl and fruitwood inlay
Geometric patterns
Silk covered cushions with some marks.
Can be reupholstered if fabr...
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Antique 19th Century Syrian Moorish Armchairs
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Walnut
Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk
By Bent Silberg Mobler
Located in Trenton, NJ
Discover a desk that beautifully combines form and function with this Danish Modern Teak writing desk. This piece is a tribute to iconic Scandinavian design and the enduring appeal o...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
Victorian Desk Kidney Form Writing Table
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Come view this in our Hertfordshire showroom - just 25 minutes north of London
Absolutely stunning walnut Victorian style kidney desk
Swivel chair is not included - but is available ...
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Vintage 1980s Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
Alberto Pinto Style Mother of Pearl and Bone Inlaid Round Centre/Dining Table
Located in London, GB
Exquisite Circular Syrian table with Mother of Pearl and bone inlaid, designs throughout in various geometric patterns, Similar example in the Alberto Pinto Orientalism book.
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Mid-20th Century Syrian Dining Room Tables
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Mother-of-Pearl
H 31.11 in Dm 47.25 in
Napoleon III Style Carved Mahogany Faux Bamboo Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Napoleon III Style Carved Mahogany Faux Bamboo Mirror
Late 20th Century
Exuding elegance reminiscent of the Napoleon III era, this late 20th-century Napoleon III Style Carved Mahog...
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20th Century Napoleon III Wall Mirrors
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Mirror, Wood
Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Oak Writing Desk
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style writing desk
By Henredon
USA, Circa 1960s
Carved oak, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 40"W x 24"D x 29.5"H.
Ver...
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Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
19th Century English Mahogany Extending Folio or Architect's Table
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century English mahogany extending folio or architect's table. Great color and lines. 29.25" High when closed and extends to 50" high when fully open. In addition to vertically ...
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Antique 19th Century English Tables
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century English Mahogany Serpentine Writing Desk with Single Drawer
Located in Doylestown, PA
English petite mahogany and cherry wood writing desk, England, 1890's.
Exquisite serpentine desk with gracefully curved front and sides on turned spindle legs. The top has a unique ...
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
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Cherry, Mahogany
19th C. English Architect's Mahogany Desk w/Leather Writing Pad & Dual Tilt Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous English architect's desk with green leather writing pad and dual tilt top from the 19th century. This antique Late Georgian table from England, created of mahogany, is big...
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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood, Leather, Mahogany
H 31.5 in W 42 in D 24 in
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Rosewood Metamorphic Wooton Style Desk
By Frank Wootton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cabinet form with two hinged doors that open to expose a full desk that slides out with a drawer
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Rosewood
Walnut, fruit wood and bone metamorphic writing table
Located in New York, NY
trifid feet.
A similarly shaped writing desk without the elaborate inlay is illustrated by Levy
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut, Fruitwood, Bone
18th Century Louis XVI Mahogany Metamorphic Table
Located in Louisville, KY
This rare form features a removable top with a leather inset writing surface on one side and a
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stone
A Fine and Rare George II Period Mahogany Harlequin Table
Located in London, GB
for metamorphic furniture as favoured in the 1730s for fashionable London parlours and reception rooms
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Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables
English 19th Century Inlaid Burr Walnut Writing Table by Johnstone and Jeanes
By Johnstone, Jeanes & Co.
Located in Poling, West Sussex
An exhibition quality Victorian period writing table by the prestigious cabinet makers Johnstone
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks
Materials
Walnut
H 29.93 in W 44.1 in D 23.63 in
William IV Metamorphic Bureau in Rosewood
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn3969 A superb quality and truly impressive, William IV rosewood metamorphic writing desk, having
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Antique 1830s English William IV Desks
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Rosewood
Vintage Metamorphic Architects Mahogany Desk
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
Architects Table
Antique style, circa mid 20th century architects writing mahogany desk with a
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Mid-20th Century European Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Metamorphic 1900s British Desk with Drawers
Located in London, GB
This ingenious desk was made in Britain around 1900. We love the secret drawer for stationary and
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Oak
Fine Quality Georgian Mahogany Metamorphic Architects Desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Stunning Georgian period mahogany architects desk, circa 1790.
Quality piece of Georgian furniture
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Antique Late 18th Century Great Britain (UK) Georgian Desks and Writing ...
Materials
Mahogany
Louis XV Style Walnut Metamorphic Side Table - Desk.
Located in Winter Park, FL
A very unusual Louis XV Style walnut table with many functions. Side table, Desk, Fire screen and
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Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables
Metamorphic Rosewood Desk And Table By Hvidt And Molgaard
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An exceptional, refined and rare metamorphic desk hand crafted in beautifully figured rosewood
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
18th Century Georgian Mahogany Metamorphic Architect's Table
Located in Charleston, SC
Great 18th century Georgian mahogany metamorphic architect's table. Drop-leaf form top over
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
French Louis XVI Period Walnut Metamorphic Drafting Table, 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
rings pulls, the drawer front and side panels band inlaid, having two pull-out leather covered writing
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Antique 1780s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables
Quality 19th Century Military Campaign Camphor Wood Roll Top Writing Slope
Located in Benington, Herts
quality Chinese export camphor wood metamorphic writing slope / lap desk dating to circa 1850 was made for
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Antique Mid-19th Century Asian Chinese Export Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 11.23 in W 21.07 in D 16.74 in
Georgian Mahogany Architects Desk Table Circa 1800
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
A FINE GEORGIAN MAHOGANY ARCHITECTS DESK TABLE CIRCA 1800, METAMORPHIC ELEVATION, BEAUTIFUL COLOUR
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Desks and Writing Tables
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Mahogany
Oval Black Glass Table & Full Length Mirror on Tulip Foot
Located in London, GB
the table very sculptural. This table is metamorphic, it can be a dining table / desk when the black
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Metal, Chrome
18th Century Swedish Rococo Draughtsman's Table
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Most unusual and remarkable Swedish Rococo period metamorphic draughtsman's table with seven
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Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut, Leather
George III Metamorphic Elm and Satinwood Tambour Writing Desk, circa 1790
Located in Milford, NH
A fine George III metamorphic elm and satinwood tambour writing desk, circa 1790. The tambour top
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Antique 18th Century English George III Desks
Materials
Satinwood, Elm
H 34 in W 30.25 in D 24.5 in
19th Century Chinese Camphor Metamorphic Lap Desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rare and good quality Chinese export camphor wood writing desk, circa 1820.
Brass bound around
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Desks
Materials
Hardwood
Mid 19th Century Campaign Camphor Metamorphic Lap Desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rare and good quality chinese export camphor wood writing desk, circa 1860.
Brass bound around
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Campaign Desks
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Brass
Rare Georgian Irish Mahogany circa 1760 George III Architects Writing Desk Table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
action writing top, this piece can be slid back inside the main body of the desk so you have full access
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Antique 1760s English Georgian Desks
Materials
Mahogany
H 48.82 in W 35.83 in D 38.78 in
Period Regency Metamorphic Library Steps and Writing Table
Located in Dallas, TX
as a small writing or library table
In desk form, it can also be considered a mechanical desk
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Ladders
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Scandi Modern Swedish Teak Metamorphic Extendable Table
Located in Forney, TX
, writing desk, or placed in the foyer as a stunning entry piece. Wherever it's placed, it's sure to bring
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tables
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Teak
Antique Metamorphic Victorian Mahogany Dining Table & 12 Chairs 19th C
Located in London, GB
A superb dining suite that comprises a fine antique English Regency Metamorphic dining table in the
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Antique 1830s English Regency Dining Room Sets
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Mahogany
H 29.53 in W 106.7 in D 44.1 in
Pair of Metarmorphic Sidebotham Bench Tables
Located in Alton, GB
A charming metamorphic pair of benches that go together to form a single table typical of the
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Antique 1860s Benches
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Iron
Early 20th Century Mahogany Metamorphic Writing Table
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 20th century mahogany metamorphic writing table, the square and inlaid top lifting up and
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables
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Mahogany
George III Mahogany Metamorphic Side Table with Fitted Writing
Located in Essex, MA
Period Georgian writing table and side table
--Sheraton form
--Top opens to reveal original
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
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Mahogany
Early 19th Century Neoclassical Metamorphic Drafting-cum-Reading Mahogany Table
By Jean Joseph Chapuis
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
slightly sloped top with an inset tooled leather writing surface. The double ratcheted top turns this
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Antique Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables
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Abalone, Oak
H 30.71 in W 22.84 in D 19.69 in
Antique William IV Writing Library Table Johnstone and Jeanes, 19th Century
By Johnstone, Jeanes & Co.
Located in London, GB
makers Johnstone and Jeanes, circa 1840 in date.
The desk is crafted from beautiful flame mahogany
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Antique 1840s English William IV Desks and Writing Tables
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Leather, Mahogany
H 29.14 in W 48.04 in D 25.2 in
Oval Table with Black Glass Top on Tulip Foot Turns into Full Length Mirror
Located in London, GB
table very sculptural. This table is metamorphic, it can be a dining table / desk when the black glass
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Metal, Chrome
H 29.53 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in
Metamorphic Side Table Oak Desk, Midcentury Writing Table, circa 1960
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an metamorphic side table come oak desk, a midcentury writing table dating to circa 1960
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Industrial and Work Tables
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Oak
H 29.93 in W 33.86 in D 20.87 in
Metamorphic Walnut Architects Desk
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fantastic baroque revival walnut architects desk
with makers plaque on side. Made in
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Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
English Regency Metamorphic Mahogany Writing Table C. 1820
Located in London, GB
The writing surface rises to give a sloped surface. Replaced green leather with gilt tooling
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Antique 19th Century British Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
George III Period Metamorphic Satinwood Tambour-Top Desk
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A George III period metamorphic satinwood Tambour-Top Desk with fine marquetry and parquetry inlays
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Antique 18th Century British George III Desks and Writing Tables
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Satinwood
George IV Late Regency 19th Century Mahogany Metamorphic Writing Table
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
writing surface can be elevated and sits above two full length drawers to the front and faux drawers to
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Antique 1820s English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
H 28.75 in W 37.21 in D 23.23 in
Georgian Metamorphic Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
table; an adjustable architects desk; and a writing table or simple console. Circa 1780.
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
19th Century Metamorphic Table or Library Steps
Located in Antwerp, BE
An original 19th century oak metamorphic library steps or writing table.
This example was made in
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Antique 1870s English Late Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
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Leather, Oak
18th Century English Mahogany Architects Desk c.1790
Located in San Francisco, CA
Metamorphic inset leather top that allows for use as an adjustable drafting board. Deep long drawer
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Desks
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Brass
Rare Neoclassical Mahogany Metamorphic Architect's Desk, Early 19th Century
Located in Louisville, KY
' at top. Note: when second leaf is lifted and folded back over the first, a hidden writing board with
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Antique Early 1800s English Neoclassical Card Tables and Tea Tables
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Mahogany
H 28.5 in W 34 in D 16.75 in
19th Century French Mahogany Sideboard and Secretaire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
amazing rich mahogany server, which converts into a writing desk, its called a metamorphic desk or server
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Antique 19th Century French Sideboards
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Mahogany
1970s French Chrome Desk
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
1970s French desk with metamorphic pedestals and chrome fitments, the pedestals in black steel.
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Vintage 1970s French Desks and Writing Tables
Good Late Regency Architects Drafting Table
Located in New York, NY
used for multiple functions, desk, drafting table, folio Stand and standing desk.
With the dawn of the
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Antique 1820s English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
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Mahogany
Vintage Mid-Century Metamorphic Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
, or a writing table/desk. It can be raised and the top rotates, so that is can be opened. Brass hinges
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
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Metamorphic Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal metamorphic writing desk for your home. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and hardwood, every metamorphic writing desk was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer metamorphic writing desk, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A metamorphic writing desk, designed in the Georgian or Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Pennsylvania House each produced at least one beautiful metamorphic writing desk that is worth considering.
How Much is a Metamorphic Writing Desk?
The average selling price for a metamorphic writing desk at 1stDibs is $5,150, while they’re typically $650 on the low end and $26,500 for the highest priced.
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Over the years, the variety of tables available to us, as well as our specific needs for said tables, has broadened. Today, with all manner of these must-have furnishings differing in shape, material and style, any dining room table can shine just as brightly as the guests who gather around it.
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Questions About Metamorphic Writing Desk
- 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 12, 2021A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023What 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023In 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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