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Rare Five-Piece Drexel Counterpoint Modular Desk Dresser Mid-Century Modern
By John Van Koert
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Extremely rare five-piece set of John Van Koert's Drexel Counterpoint modular desk and chair plus
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Cherry, Mahogany
$4,250 / set
H 30 in W 82 in D 40 in
Mid Century Modern TEAK Two Sided DESK + File Cabinet, 1960's
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Teak Mid Century Modern Desk featuring a finished back, long sexy tapered legs and a wealth of
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk
Located in North York, ON
This stunning mid-century modern writing desk, crafted in the USA circa 1970s, is a timeless
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
MCM Two Piece Lucite Desk Set
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice two piece lucite desk set, circa 1970s. The set is in good vintage condition and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Lucite
Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Rosewood Executive Desk
By Gayeski Furniture Coordinates
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This exquisite mid-century rosewood desk, crafted by Gayeski Furniture Coordinates, Inc. in Panama
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone Lacquered Writing Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Mid-Century Modern writing desk, crafted in the United States circa 1960s, features a bold two
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Walnut, Lacquer
$2,095
H 28 in W 47.5 in D 19.5 in
Rare Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Desk grissinatura
Located in Milano, IT
Rare Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Desk – 1950s Design with Glass Top and Sculptural Lines
This
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone Lacquered & Walnut Writing Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, Black Metal Frame Legs
This vibrant Mid-Century Modern writing desk, crafted in the United States
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Metal
$1,350
H 30 in W 46 in D 17.75 in
French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Mahogany Campaign Desk
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
This rare and exquisite French Modern neoclassical Campaign desk or writing table by Maison Jansen
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Po Wah Styled Mid Century Oriental Handcrafted Desk w/ Chair Hong Kong
By Asian Modern
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A two piece Mid Century Asian handcrafted sculptural wooden writing desk and matching chair in a
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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Cane, Glass, Wood
$3,800 / set
H 29.5 in W 46.75 in D 26 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Executive Desk with Sculptural Base
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Writing desk, Macassar ebony veneer, aluminum, Italy, 1960s
This mid-century modern desk, designed
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
$11,000
H 29.14 in W 80.91 in D 35.44 in
Mid-Century Modern Executive Burl Wood Desk by Hekman
By Hekman Furniture
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This mid-century modern executive desk by Hekman, crafted in the United States during the 1970s, is
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Executive Burl Wood and Chrome Desk
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This stunning mid-century executive desk, designed in the United States and dating back to the
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Desk, Norway, 1960s, attributed to Torbjorn Afdal
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Discover the timeless elegance of this gorgeous Mid-Century desk, handcrafted in Norway during the
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
$4,625
H 29.53 in W 61.03 in D 28.35 in
MCM Two Piece Brass and Faux Crocodile Desk Set
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice two piece brass and faux crocodile desk set, circa 1970s. The set is in good vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Brass
$220 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 3 in W 17.75 in D 5.25 in
Stunning Scene Two Henredon Waterfall Desk Burl Olivewood Wood Mid-Century
By Henredon
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Henredon olivewood burl “Scene 2” series waterfall desk with rare matching chair
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Macassar, Burl
$5,800 / set
H 30 in W 54 in D 24 in
Mid-Century Modern Raymond Loewy for Mengel Floating Top Desk
By (after) Raymond Loewy
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This a large, modern floating top desk designed by Raymond Loewy for Mengel. It is in very good
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Maple
Mid-Century Modern Industrial 3-Piece Office Set with Desk by Norman Bel Geddes
By Norman Bel Geddes
Located in Lafayette, IN
Three pieces of iconic mid-century industrial design combine to complete this fantastic home-office
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Steel, Aluminum
$3,750 Sale Price / set
49% Off
H 30.25 in W 56 in D 21 in
Mid-Century Modern Desk by Bruksbo, Norway, 1960s, attributed to Torbjorn Afdal
By Bruksbo
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Discover the timeless elegance of this gorgeous Mid-Century desk, handcrafted in Norway during the
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
$5,337
H 29.53 in W 77.56 in D 38.19 in
Italy Mid-Century Modern Style Grey and Black Wooden Lacquered Desk
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Brescia, IT
the wood is visible throught the transparent glossy finish. This piece in Mid-Century Modern design
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writi...
Materials
Walnut
$8,302 Sale Price / item
50% Off
H 29.34 in W 63 in D 33.67 in
Mid Century Italian Desk by Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
Mid Century Italian Desk by Frattini
Introducing the exquisite Mid Century Italian Desk by
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Desk by Bruksbo, Norway, 1960s, attributed to Torbjorn Afdal
By Bruksbo
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Discover the timeless elegance of this gorgeous Mid-Century desk, handcrafted in Norway during the
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
$4,625
H 29.14 in W 59.06 in D 31.5 in
French Mid-Century Vintage Bamboo Desk
Located in Austin, TX
Desk from mid-century France made of bamboo. This piece has a solid pine wood top that sits on two
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut "Mainline" Desk by Hooker
By Hooker Furniture
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous mid-century modern walnut “Mainline” desk by Hooker Furniture in the United States, circa
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Aluminum
Italian mid century Desk by Dassi
By Dassi
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
This stunning quality crafted vintage Mid-Century modern Italian desk designed by Vittorio Dassi is
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Cherry
Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk with Bookcase by Fratelli Rizzi, Italy, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Vigonza, Padua
This exceptional writing desk with integrated bookcase is a fine example of Italian mid-century
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Maple
$6,800
H 81.6 in W 47.2 in D 20.8 in
French Futurist / Mid-Century Modern Trapezoid Desk by Alain Marcoz, circa 1956
By Alain Marcoz
Located in New York, NY
resting on three angular shaped legs creating a dramatic modern form. Two drawers complete the piece. This
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
$21,950
H 28.5 in W 54.75 in D 29.5 in
Elefante Desk 11 Modern Design, Workspace Solution, Two Legs
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Elefante Desk 11 Modern Design, Workspace Solution, Two Legs
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Introduction: Crafting Elegance
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
$12,732 / item
H 29.93 in W 59.06 in D 23.63 in
Rare Mid-Century Modern Wenge Wood Organic-Shaped Boomerang Custom Desk, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
furniture is the quintessence of Mid-Century Modern design and probably has been made-up for special order
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wenge
$17,359 Sale Price
20% Off
H 31.5 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Luxury Mid-Century Modern Style Desk made from Sustainable River Rescued Wood
By Tréology
Located in Papanui, Christchurch
desk, and you will also find a discrete box with a lid that hides two power points and one data point
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2010s New Zealand Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
$29,500
H 29.53 in W 78.75 in D 35.44 in
Mid-Century Paul McCobb "Planner Group" #1560 Desk for Winchendon
By Planner Group, Winchendon, Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
for home offices or modern interiors, this compact yet striking piece embodies the best of American
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Le Corbusier LC-TAT-07-A Ministry Desk / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Le Corbusier
Located in Zürich, CH
French mid-century modern design artefacts by Pierre Jeanneret, Jean Prouvé, Le Corbusier, and Charlotte
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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
$230,700
H 30.52 in W 128.75 in D 49.02 in
Mid-Century Teak Desk By Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
1960’’s. The back features two lockable compartments and an open shelf.
A practical piece, this desk
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Free Standing Sculptural Desk in Oak and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Free-standing desk, oak, brass, linoleum, Italy, 1950s
This mid-century modern freestanding desk
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
$18,500
H 31.5 in W 70.67 in D 35.83 in
Iconic Mid Century Modern Desk by Svend Ivar Dysthe, Dokka Mobler, Norway, 1960s
By Sven Ivar Dysthe, Dokka Mobler
Located in Wrocław, Poland
. The minimalist chrome legs enhance the piece’s modern aesthetic, creating a perfect balance between
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
$7,496 Sale Price
20% Off
H 28.75 in W 83.47 in D 35.44 in
Mid-Century Mainline Hooker Floating Walnut Desk
By Mainline by Hooker
Located in Baltimore, MD
Stunning 1960s walnut Mid-Century Modern floating desk. A remarkable statement of quality in design
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Mid Century Modern Rotating Cube Cork and Chrome Desk Organizer
Located in Amityville, NY
Vintage mid century modern cube shaped desk organizer or desk accessory in cork and chrome. Has two
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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Chrome
$89 Sale Price
31% Off
H 6 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in
Le Corbusier LC/BD-01-A Ahmedabad Console Desk / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Le Corbusier
Located in Zürich, CH
each interior.
P! Galerie’s selection is mainly focused on rare French mid-century modern design
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
$120,500
H 29.93 in W 75.2 in D 27.56 in
Mid-Century Modern Executive Free Standing Desk in the Style of Bodil Kjær, 1960
By Bodil Kjaer
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Executive Free Standing Desk in the Style of Bodil Kjær, Denmark, 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
$7,880
H 29.93 in W 84.65 in D 39.38 in
Two Carl Aubock Mid-Century Horn Desk Pen & Pencil Holder Cups, Austria, 1950s
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to two decorative handmade desk pen and pencil holders from the 1950s. Large models, designed
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Horn
$650 / item
H 5 in Dm 3 in
Italian mid-century modern wood double desk by Campo and Graffi for Home, 1960s
By Franco Campo & Carlo Graffi
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern wood double desk by Campo and Graffi for Home, 1960s
Desk with two
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
$6,167
H 29.34 in W 71.86 in D 68.71 in
Mid-Century Danish Teak Executive Desk, c. 1960s
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
A striking mid-century Danish executive desk, crafted in richly toned teak with minimalist lines
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Mid-Century Modern executive desk. Design by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
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Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
$3,795 Sale Price
20% Off
H 29.14 in W 77.17 in D 34.26 in
Mid century beechwood writing desk, 1970´s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This Mid century writing desk was made in the former Czechoslovakia in 1970s .
The design is very
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Beech, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk with Open Cubby Storage by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Balancing lightness and utility, this mid-century modern writing desk is a refined essential for
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood, Teak
$4,480 / item
H 30 in W 50 in D 20 in
Mario Oreglia Mid-Century Wood and Glass Desk (Attr.)
Located in Milano, IT
glass top, framed by maple wood.
The desk is perfect as a mid-century piece of furniture, suitable for
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
$6,167 Sale Price
20% Off
H 31.5 in W 41.34 in D 20.08 in
20th Century Ico Parisi Wooden Writing Desk with Two Drawers, 50s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Turin, Turin
desk has a wooden structure with two drawers, and it is very simple but elegant. Perfect as writing
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
$10,081
H 29.93 in W 38.98 in D 19.3 in
Mid-Century Cream Lacquer, Chrome & Glass Desk by Pierre Cardin, 1970s.
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Dublin 8, IE
statement piece against more subdued mid-century décor. A rare find that embodies the elegance and
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
$3,321
H 28.75 in W 24.02 in D 54.34 in
Joel Escalona Desk 12 Sleek, Functional Art Piece, Organic
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Joel Escalona Desk 12 Sleek, Functional Art Piece, Organic
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Introduction: Crafting Elegance with
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
$12,732 / item
H 29.93 in W 59.06 in D 23.63 in
Georg Petersens Mid Century Teak Desk Organizer Denmark
By Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A teak top of the desk organizer with four letter slots , two storage cubies and an open top shelve
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Teak
Handcrafted 1960s Danish Oak Desk, Deep Patina, Sculptural Mid-Century design
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
-century chair or a modern one with forward-set legs or wheels.
A one-of-a-kind desk from Denmark’s proud
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
$2,550
H 29.93 in W 52.37 in D 26.38 in
Danish Modern Executive Brazilian Rosewood Desk
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning Danish modern executive rosewood desk designed in Denmark, circa 1960s. This large version
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Mid-Century Executive Walnut Desk by Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful mid-century executive walnut desk designed by Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar in the United
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Bronze Hand Inkstand / Inkwell Desk Piece
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
because it combines two distinct objects—a hand and a spinning top—into a single artistic piece
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Inkwells
Materials
Bronze
Mid Century Danish Drop Leaf Expanding Desk Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in Baltimore, MD
A desk with incredible form and presence. This rare most attractive original Danish Modern drop
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
$3,480 Sale Price
20% Off
H 28 in W 47.25 in D 23.75 in
Rare Desk by Carlo Hauner, Móveis Artesanal, 1950s, Brazilian Mid-Century
Located in New York, NY
glass tops, with two drawers and a shelf.
The straightforward construction makes this piece easy to
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
$24,000 / item
H 29.34 in W 50.99 in D 27.56 in
Mid-20th Century Refinished Split Rattan Chevron Two Drawer Floating Vanity
By Vivai del Sud
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
piece exudes mid-century charm and sophistication.
The split rattan construction provides a unique
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rattan
$3,600
H 29.5 in W 48 in D 20 in
1950's Mid Century Desk and Chair Conant Ball Modern Mates by Leslie Diamond
By Leslie Diamond, Conant Ball
Located in New York, NY
Architectural Mid Century desk, with original chair, designed by Leslie Diamond, for Conant Ball
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood
$1,500 / set
H 30.5 in W 41 in D 18.5 in
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Mid Century Modern Desk Two Piece For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mid century modern desk two piece you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each mid century modern desk two piece for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. Find 211 options for an antique or vintage mid century modern desk two piece now, or shop our selection of 27 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century modern desk two piece — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right mid century modern desk two piece, those designed in mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mid century modern desk two piece over the years, but those crafted by Pierre Jeanneret, Achille Castiglioni and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Mid Century Modern Desk Two Piece?
The average selling price for a mid century modern desk two piece at 1stDibs is $4,460, while they’re typically $120 on the low end and $45,000 for the highest priced.
A Close Look at Mid-century-modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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