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Mid Century Modern Compact Drop Down Secretary Desk . Circa 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Compact Drop Down Secretary Desk . Circa 1960s Features a sleek Mid
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Sleek & Stylish Scandanavian Mid Century Boomerang Desk
By Lelangs Mobelfabrik
Located in Portlaoise, IE
Acquired are delighted to present for sale this stunning original mid century boomerang shaped desk
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid-Century Teak Writing Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish desk, circa 1960's. Robust work surface! Finished on both sides, if placed in the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid-Century Teak Writing Desk
Danish Mid-Century Teak Writing Desk
H 29.5 in W 59 in D 32 in
Vintage Swedish Sycamore Drop Leaf Desk
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very well made vintage Swedish sycamore drop leaf desk, dating from the 1960’s. This
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Swedish Sycamore Drop Leaf Desk
Vintage Swedish Sycamore Drop Leaf Desk
H 29.93 in W 83.86 in D 33.47 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s.
By Vald Mortensen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s. High-end freestanding executive
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Børge Mogensen Drop Leaf Desk in Teak for Søborg
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A really special drop-leaf desk by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Mobler, Denmark. This example
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Stainless Steel

TEAK Mid Century MODERN Secretary DESK + Storage, Made in Denmark, c. 1960's
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Secretary Desk + Storage, Made in Denmark, c. 1960's. This piece
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid Century Modern Oak Secretary Desk by Borge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler
By Børge Mogensen, Soborg Mobler
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Discover a timeless gem of mid-century design with this exquisite Danish Mid Century Modern
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Danish Freestanding Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Mid-Century Danish Freestanding Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s. Stylish and elegant
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Swedish Modern Drop Leaf Desk With Movable Case In Teak + Beech
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Teak, Beech Measurements: 41.5" wide (leaf down) 60" wide (leaf up) x 25.5″ deep x 29″ tall Condition: I...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Beech, Teak

Mid Century Maurice Villency Danish Teak Drop Down Desk
By Maurice Villency
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Maurice Villency Danish Teak Drop Down Desk. In good vintage condition. A few minor
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

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Teak

Early 20th Century Walnut & Leather Secretary Desk
Located in Miami, FL
French, in reference to the sloping-front drop-down desk surface, this particular example features the
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak Drop Front Desk Secretary in a Box, 1960-2000
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome MCM (a.k.a. Mid-Century Modern) vintage Scandinavian Modern drop front desk or secretary
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Danish Vintage Desk by Svend Aage Madsen
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Danish vintage desk by Svend Aage Madsen, dating from the 1960’s. It is of the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Danish Vintage Desk by Svend Aage Madsen
Danish Vintage Desk by Svend Aage Madsen
H 29.93 in W 55.12 in D 29.93 in
Göran Strand for Lelångs Möbelfabrik Model A10 MCM Swedish Desk
By Göran Strand
Located in Plainview, NY
A Mid-Century Modern desk Model A10 l masterfully crafted by Göran Strand for Lelångs Möbelfabrik
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

French Mid 19th Century Transitional St. Kingwood, Marble, and Ormolu Secretary
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A lovely French mid 19th century Transitional st. Tulipwood, Kingwood, ormolu, and Brèche Violette
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Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

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Marble, Ormolu

Louis XV Style Folding Desk with One Drawer, 1950
Located in Miami, FL
, elegant shields / pulls with two drawers and drop-down desk revealing interior compartments and drawers
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Oiled Medium Walnut Mid Century Modern Art Deco Drop Down Desk Secretary Cabinet
By James Mont, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Square shape lines Mid Century Danish modern drop down front secretary desk console table with
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

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Aluminum

Göran Strand for Lelångs Möbelfabrik, Model A10 Danish Modern Swedish Desk
By Göran Strand
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Göran Strand for Lelångs Möbelfabrik, Model A10 Mid-Century Modern Swedish Desk A stunning example
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Floating Teak Desk
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Danish Modern Teak Floating Desk. Finished back with drop down cubby. 54.5w 28.5d 29.5h
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Danish Modern Floating Teak Desk
Danish Modern Floating Teak Desk
H 2.5 in W 54.5 in D 28.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Mad Men Bureau Secretaire Cabinet by Beaver and Tapley
By Robert Heritage
Located in Leicester, GB
cabinet from the 1960s. Ideal as a compact desk or a workstation. The Mid-century modern cabinet was
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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Original Painted Pine Drop Leaf Side Table, Sweden circa 1840
Located in Round Top, TX
There is a wonderful country appeal to this single drop leaf table that can serve as a side table
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Pine, Paint

Ole Wanscher for AJ Iversen Rosewood Writing Desk, C.1950's
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Norwalk, CT
This classic style writing desk has a both professional and attractive appearance, with its
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

Danish Modern Model 68 Secretary Desk in Teak by Arne Wahl Iversen Vinde, 1960's
By Vinde Møbelfabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Deland, FL
cleverly designed drop-down desk top, two large drawers (one of which includes functioning lock and key
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Teak, Paint

Vintage MCM Belgian Bookcase with Drop Down Desk/Bar in Walnut
Located in Chicago, IL
MCM walnut bookcase with drop down desk or bar and lower closed storage. walnut case inset round
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Pilastro 2 Section Wall Mount Shelving Unit with Drop Down Desk and Light
By Coen de Vries, Pilastro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century Pilastro enameled metal wall shelving unit. This unit features a metal drop down
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

1960s Modular MCM Walnut Wall Unit with Drop Down Desk Bookshelves- 5 Pieces
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Madison, WI
This very unique modular 5 Piece Mid Century wall unit set has it ALL, and leaves plenty of room
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mengel Drop Front Secretary Desk by Raymond Loewy
By Raymond Lowey, Mengel Furniture Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Mid-Century Modern Mengel drop front secretary desk by Raymond Loewy. Comprised of
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Metal

Cees Braakman for Pastoe CT69 Made-To-Measure Unit with Drop-Down Bar or Desk
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Mid-Century made to measure ‘CT69’ storage cabinet by Cees Braakman for Pastoe
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

Gispen Low 3 Section Industrial Cabinet with Drop Down Desk by A.R. Cordemeyer
By A.R. Cordemeijer, Gispen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A.R. Cordemeyer grey enameled metal 3 section industrial bookshelf and storage unit with drop down
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Paul Ysart Glass Paperweight with Py Cane Early Period, Scotland Circa 1930s
By Paul Ysart
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
the letters out of line, often with a dropped Y . ) The pontil mark to the base has been partly
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Mid-20th Century Scottish Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

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Glass

Hans Wegner Model Ry 100 Wall Unit / Room Divider Shelving with Drop Down Desk
By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
drop-down desk with cabinet, and removable steel dividers on the bottom shelf. Feet are adjustable
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

2000s 50th Anniversary Edition Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Exec. Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames, Charles Eames
Located in Basel, BS
the drop down menu to indicate how many chairs you would like.
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

1973 Knoll Executive Chrome and Tufted Velour Office Chair
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Basel, BS
Two available, sold separately--Original 4 leg base (Sought after!!) brown and chrome Mid Century
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Early Antique English Georgian Secretary, circa 1750
Located in Big Flats, NY
An early antique English Georgian secretary offers lift top and drop-down desk over two long
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Desks

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Wood

Swedish Scriban
Located in Washington, DC
A white painted 19th century, Swedish scriban with several drawers and pockets with drop down front.
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Antique Mid-19th Century European Gustavian Desks

Materials

Wood

Swedish Scriban
Swedish Scriban
H 41 in W 42 in D 21 in
Italian Wooden Desk Chest of Drawers
By Italian Sculptor 19 th Century
Located in Milano, IT
18th and early 19th centuries. This remarkable piece of furniture represents a sublime expression of
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Antique 1790s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Marble

Italian Wooden Desk Chest of Drawers
Italian Wooden Desk Chest of Drawers
H 105 in W 120 in D 62 in
1970s Italian Drop Leaf Dining Table or Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian drop leaf dining table or desk, Italy, circa 1970s. Interesting drop leaf joinery on either
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Metal, Chrome

Poul Hundevad Rosewood - Drop Desk - Wall Unit Bookcase
By Poul Havgaard
Located in Newfoundland, PA
pieces. Top is shelves with a locked drop down desk on the right. Measures: Top is 50.75 in x 42.5 in x
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood

Vintage Danish Imported Mid Century Standalone bookcase shelf with Writing Desk
Located in Seattle, WA
despite its significant size kick-out legs also “lighten” the piece and provide the essential mid-century
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Wall Unit with Shelves & Cabinets with Desk in Teak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large Scandinavian wall unit circa 1960's. It features teak wood finish with a drop down center
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

19th Century Swedish Fall Front Desk with Originalpaint
Located in Boden, SE
19th Century fall front desk from Kalix, North of Sweden. The overhanging rectangular top abowe a
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Empire Buffets

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Pine

Retro Mid Century Teak Secretaire Bureau
Located in Leicester, GB
, three clean drawers with white carcasses and a simple drop down desk with key. The desk has multiple
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Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

Retro Mid Century Teak Secretaire Bureau
Retro Mid Century Teak Secretaire Bureau
H 42.52 in W 31.5 in D 19.69 in
Danish Secretary's Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
Vitze Secretary's Dresser. Teak wood with oil finish. Drop down desk with key. 3 spacious drawers.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

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Teak

Danish Secretary's Desk
Danish Secretary's Desk
H 36.5 in W 37.5 in D 19.5 in
Mid Century Modern Walnut, Chrome & Cane Modular Secretary by Founders 20thC
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Big Flats, NY
cabinets and drop down desk, maker mark on drawer interior as photographed, 20th century Measures - 82.5"h
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

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Chrome

Mid Century MODERN Teak Credenza / SIDEBOARD by G-Plan, c. 1960s
By G-Plan
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Rare + stunning Mid Century Modern credenza / Highboard by G-Plan, c. 1960s. Perfect as a bar
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Italian Wood desk Secretaire vintage
Located in Milano, IT
desk, a true gem of design and craftsmanship. Made entirely of fine wood, this unique piece features
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Italian Wood desk Secretaire vintage
Italian Wood desk Secretaire vintage
H 37.01 in W 45.28 in D 15.75 in
Axel Larsson Designed Bodafors Desk Cabinet Stunning
By Axel Larsson, SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors
Located in New York, NY
This Swedish Modern cabinet was designed by Axel Larsson (1898-1975). It has a drop-down writing
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Birch, Oak

Danish Modern Bookcase Room Divider w Desk by Arne Hovmand Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare Arne Hovmand Olsen Freestanding Shelf Unit or Room Divider with Drop Down Secretary Desk or
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood

A rare wall-mounted secretary desk - 1950s French Reconstruction Style
By Roger Landault, Pierre Guariche, Rene Gabriel, Marcel Gascoin
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
clever storage compartments, perfect for organizing your belongings in style. Ideal for mid-century
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Oak

Superb Wall Unit with Adjustable Desk by Dean Santner
By Dean Santner
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
featuring 8 shelves (one with removable file cabinet / organizer). A drop down desk is highlighted by
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Antique Specimen Cabinet, French Oak Cupboard, Secretaire, Desk, circa 1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique specimen cabinet, a French, oak cupboard offering a secretaire desk dating to
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Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Room devider Freestanding sought after shelving desk system by Staples 1960’s
By Staples & Co. Ltd
Located in Markington, GB
Impressive Mid Century design with matt black steel ladders and teak shelves. All elements are modular and
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Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

1960s, Danish Roswood Wall-Mounted Bar / Desk by Erik Buch for Dyrlund
By Dyrlund, Johannes Andersen, Erik Buch
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
: 70cm, width: 127cm A beautifully figured 1960s Danish rosewood wall-mounted bar or desk by Erik Buch
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Chrome

Swedish Two-Piece Teak Cabinet or Secretary Desk by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
in the 1960s, is a stunning piece of furniture. The top compartment features a drop-down door that
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Unique Italian Large Wall Unit with Writing Desk in Maple and Birch
Located in Waalwijk, NL
writing desk, reflecting the design principles of the Mid-Century era that rose to prominence in the 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass, Steel

18th C. French Louis XVI Tall Secretaire (Retains Original Leather on Desk-Top)
Located in Atlanta, GA
desk, from the 18th century. This antique "secretaire an abattant" from France features an arched top
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Danish Modern Rosewood Secretary Desk by Erling Torvits, 1960s.
By Klim Møbelfabrik, Erling Torvits
Located in Asaa, DK
bookmatched Rosewood veneer with very expressive grain pattern. Very high quality Scandinavian mid-century
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Modern Custom Bar Cabinet / Secretary Desk by H.G. Furniture, 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
drop down door face and top cabinet edge with the remainder of the cabinet fully finished in teak wood
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Teak

Mahogany Chippendale 18th Century Armchair
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Good Quality 18th Century, Chippendale Period, Georgian Mahogany Desk Chair, Or Armchair, Having
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Chippendale 18th Century Armchair
Mahogany Chippendale 18th Century Armchair
H 37.5 in W 26.25 in D 24 in
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Mid Century Drop Down Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mid century drop down desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and teak, every mid century drop down desk was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mid century drop down desk — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A mid century drop down desk 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 mid century drop down desk over the years, but those crafted by Povl Dinesen, Dunbar and Peter Hvidt are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Mid Century Drop Down Desk?

Prices for a mid century drop down desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,850 and can go as high as $6,250, while the average can fetch as much as $2,900.

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