Mid Century Simple Modern Desk

Pierre Jeanneret Shelf

1957 Natural Oak Dining Table

Maison Du Bresil

Monkey Teapot

Rudolf Wolf Dining Chairs

Le Corbusier Lc16 Desk

Jmf Desk

Arne Vodder Chair 431

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2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Reclaimed Wood

Simple Modern Desk, Reclaimed Oak and Walnut

H 30.5 in W 29 in D 42 in

Large Italian Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk

Located in Berlin, DE

Large Italian Mid-Century Modern writing desk. Spectacular large writing / working desk made in

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Large Italian Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk

H 35.44 in W 64.97 in D 28.75 in

Mid-century modern Severin Hansen Teak Desk

By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Severin Hansen

Located in Madrid, ES

Desk designed by Severin Hansen in Teak wood for Haslev Møbelsnedkeri. Denmark, 1958 Simple and

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Mid-century modern Severin Hansen Teak Desk

H 28.75 in W 56.3 in D 29.53 in

Mid-Century Modern Double Pedestal Desk

Located in Baltimore, MD

Sleek Mid-Century Modern twin pedestal desk, circa 1960s. Featuring Classic blonde wood and simple

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Vintage 1960s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Double Pedestal Desk

H 30 in W 48 in D 23 in

Mid-Century Teak Desk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-century modern writing desk in teak wood. Simple design with a two drawer bank and tapered legs

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Teak Desk

H 28.5 in W 50 in D 21 in

Mid-Century Modern Ole Wanscher Rosewood Executive Desk

By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen

Located in Madrid, ES

Large executive desk designed by Ole Wanscher for AJ Iversen. Denmark, 1960s. This Desk features a

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Ole Wanscher Rosewood Executive Desk

H 28.75 in W 65.36 in D 33.47 in

Knoll Walnut Mid Century Modern Double Pedestal Desk with White Laminate Top

By Knoll

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A Knoll walnut double pedestal desk. This is a gorgeous office desk, perfect for a mid century home

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Knoll Walnut Mid Century Modern Double Pedestal Desk with White Laminate Top

H 29 in W 60 in D 30 in

Jack Cartwright for Founders Mid Century Modern Desk in Walnut

By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company

Located in Boynton Beach, FL

panel so it can easily be used as a floating desk. Elegant simple mid century lines with touches of

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Jack Cartwright for Founders Mid Century Modern Desk in Walnut

H 30 in W 50 in D 24 in

1950s Mid Century Modern Drexel Declaration Kipp Stewart Walnut Writing Desk

By Kipp Stewart

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Look at this beautiful wood grained Mid century modern writing desk designed by Kipp Stewart for

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

1950s Mid Century Modern Drexel Declaration Kipp Stewart Walnut Writing Desk

H 29 in W 60 in D 23 in

1940s Mid Century Italian Leather Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Italian Mid century modern leather desk with two drawers. The desk had ben polished in

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

1940s Mid Century Italian Leather Desk

H 29.5 in W 47.5 in D 24 in

Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll, Model 2480 Oval Table Desk, 1960s

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant

This particular Florence Knoll oval table desk is designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll in 1961

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll, Model 2480 Oval Table Desk, 1960s

H 28 in W 78 in D 48 in

Mid-Century Modern Desk and Chair by Russell Wright for Conant Ball

By Russel Wright, Conant Ball

Located in Buffalo, NY

for Conant Ball Furniture Makers Mid-Century Modern solid birch desk and chair from the Modernmates

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cane, Birch

Mid-Century Modern Desk and Chair by Russell Wright for Conant Ball

H 30 in W 48 in D 24 in

Danish Mid Century Modern Adjustable-Height Teak Desk and Chair circa 1960s

Located in Shippensburg, PA

DANISH MODERN TEAK ADJUSTABLE-HEIGHT DESK AND CHAIR Circa 1960s Item # 112XHP08A A most striking

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid Century Modern Adjustable-Height Teak Desk and Chair circa 1960s

H 47.1 in W 25.63 in D 22.5 in

1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Walnut Wood Brass and Glass Writing Desk Table

By Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa, Ico & Luisa Parisi

Located in Carimate, Como

Very elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern desk writing table, with glass top and beautiful shape of

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Mid-20th Century Italian Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Walnut Wood Brass and Glass Writing Desk Table

H 31.89 in W 59.06 in D 33.47 in

Tomado Holland Mid-Century-Modern Metal Desk Office Paper Waste Basket

By Tomado

Located in Atlanta, GA

A functional 1960s Mid-Century-Modern desk accessory, office waste-basket designed by Tomado

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

Tomado Holland Mid-Century-Modern Metal Desk Office Paper Waste Basket

H 10.44 in W 10.25 in D 7.69 in

Mid-Century Post Modern Black & Brass Desk after Gilbert Rohde in Art Deco Form

By Gilbert Rohde

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A simple modern nod to the art deco period. This desk features glossy black laminate with brass

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Post Modern Black & Brass Desk after Gilbert Rohde in Art Deco Form

H 30 in W 62 in D 24 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 beechwood writing desk, 1970´s, Czechoslovakia

H 30.71 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in

Mid Century Danish Modern Adjustable Restored Desk Office Chair in White Leather

By Jørgen Rasmussen, Labofa A/S

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Simple yet very elegant rolling desk office chair in restored condition with all new upholstery and

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid Century Danish Modern Adjustable Restored Desk Office Chair in White Leather

H 38 in W 17.5 in D 21 in

Mid-Century Writing Desk, 1960's, Czechoslovakia, Brussels Period

Located in Prague 8, CZ

Mid-century writing desk, made in Czechoslovakia, 1960's. Walnut wood, formica surface on the top

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Formica, Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Writing Desk, 1960's, Czechoslovakia, Brussels Period

H 31.11 in W 46.46 in D 27.56 in

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Floating-Top Desk with Brass Accent

By West Michigan Furniture Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century Modern floating-top desk with brass accent

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Floating-Top Desk with Brass Accent

H 29.25 in W 56.25 in D 24.25 in

Mid Century Desk in the style of Hans Wegner Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A very nice simple smaller sized writing desk with two drawers having bent wood handles and upper

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Desk in the style of Hans Wegner Denmark

H 28.13 in W 43.25 in D 21.63 in

Modern 3 Drawer Executive Desk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

are strikingly modern and textural yet simple and elegant. This desk will be a standout in any home or

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Modern 3 Drawer Executive Desk

H 30 in W 48 in D 24 in

Fully restored mid century ladies writing desk, 1970´s, Czechoslovakia

Located in Prague 8, CZ

This writing desk was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1970´s. It´s made of beech wood

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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Plastic, Wood, Beech

Fully restored mid century ladies writing desk, 1970´s, Czechoslovakia

H 30.32 in W 43.31 in D 24.02 in

Mid Century Arne Vodder L-Shaped Rosewood Desk for Sibast, 1960

By Sibast, Arne Vodder

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Mid Century Rosewood desk designed by Arne Vodder, showcasing the elegance and functionalism that

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Mid Century Arne Vodder L-Shaped Rosewood Desk for Sibast, 1960

H 28.75 in W 80.32 in D 88.59 in

1960’s Mid Century to Scandinavian Modern Teak Writing Desk w Shelf & Round Legs

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome vintage mid-century modern or Scandinavian Modern teak writing desk with raised back shelf

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Vintage 1960s Thai Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

1960’s Mid Century to Scandinavian Modern Teak Writing Desk w Shelf & Round Legs

H 41 in W 57 in D 24 in

Arne Vodder Mid-Century Modern Armchair Denmark

By Arne Vodder

Located in Weesp, NL

Mid-Century Modern Arne Vodder Denmark armchair Elegant and stylish set of armchairs model 431

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Arne Vodder Mid-Century Modern Armchair Denmark

H 34.26 in W 26.38 in D 24.41 in

Restored Modern Original Desk by Widdicomb, c. 1950

By Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in Wilton, CT

mid-century furniture making. This rare desk from Widdicomb's MODERN ORIGINAL collection, c. 1950

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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Restored Modern Original Desk by Widdicomb, c. 1950

H 29.75 in W 40 in D 20 in

French Mid-Century Desk in Black Lacquer with Brass Details by Jean Claude Mahey

By Jean Claude Mahey

Located in Salzburg, AT

and back edges is 3.5 cm wide. The desk has simple lines and lives from the black high-gloss piano

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Mid-Century Desk in Black Lacquer with Brass Details by Jean Claude Mahey

H 29.14 in W 51.19 in D 25.2 in

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-BU-02 Clark Table / Authentic Mid-Century Modern, Chandigarh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

is authentic Mid-Century, each wooden part is originally from that desk. No wooden parts got replaced

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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-BU-02 Clark Table / Authentic Mid-Century Modern, Chandigarh

H 27.96 in W 48.23 in D 32.49 in

Sweden mid-century Beige plastic desk phone Ericofon Cobra by Ericsson, 1950s

By Ericsson

Located in MIlano, IT

Sweden mid-century Beige plastic desk phone Ericofon Cobra by Ericsson, 1950s Desk phone mod

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Plastic

Sweden mid-century Beige plastic desk phone Ericofon Cobra by Ericsson, 1950s

H 8.67 in W 3.94 in D 5.12 in

Mid-Century Modern Baseball Paperweight by Tiffany & Co.

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

This refined Mid-Century Modern baseball paperweight- executed in translucent crystal- represents

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Mid-Century Modern Baseball Paperweight by Tiffany & Co.

H 3 in Dm 2.5 in

Modern Walnut Odin Desk from the Signature Series by Pompous Fox

Located in Barrie, ON

generally required by a desk. Many modern desks come without storage - we saw this as a huge drawback (who

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2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Modern Walnut Odin Desk from the Signature Series by Pompous Fox

H 30 in W 60 in D 24 in

Midcentury Walnut Desk

Located in Westwood, NJ

Midcentury Walnut Desk. Built with a solid oak frame and with a warm walnut veneer writing top and

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Wr...

Materials

Iron

Midcentury Walnut Desk

H 30 in W 54 in D 33 in

Midcentury Danish Modern Model 156 Oak Desk by Hans Wegner for GETAMA

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Belmont, MA

Midcentury Danish modern model 156 oak desk by Hans Wegner for GETAMA professionally restored

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Midcentury Danish Modern Model 156 Oak Desk by Hans Wegner for GETAMA

H 27 in W 60 in D 32 in

Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk with Hand Painted Pattern

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

geometric pattern in the Mid-Century Modern convention. The classic design, simple and distinctive

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak

Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk with Hand Painted Pattern

H 28.75 in W 53.15 in D 23.63 in

Modern White Oak Odin Desk from the Signature Series by Pompous Fox

Located in Barrie, ON

generally required by a desk. Many modern desks come without storage - we saw this as a huge drawback (who

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2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

Modern White Oak Odin Desk from the Signature Series by Pompous Fox

H 30 in W 60 in D 24 in

Modern White Ash Odin Desk from the Signature Series by Pompous Fox

Located in Barrie, ON

generally required by a desk. Many modern desks come without storage - we saw this as a huge drawback (who

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2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Ash

Modern White Ash Odin Desk from the Signature Series by Pompous Fox

H 30 in W 60 in D 24 in

Modern Ebonized Ash Odin Desk from the Signature Series by Pompous Fox

Located in Barrie, ON

generally required by a desk. Many modern desks come without storage - we saw this as a huge drawback (who

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2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Ash

Modern Ebonized Ash Odin Desk from the Signature Series by Pompous Fox

H 30 in W 60 in D 24 in

Harvey Probber Writing Desk- Signed

By Harvey Probber

Located in Trenton, NJ

This impressive mid-century modern writing desk from Harvey Probber features a striking yet simple

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Harvey Probber Writing Desk- Signed

H 30 in W 48 in D 18.5 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Side or Office Chairs with Upholstered Seat

Located in Nantucket, MA

Pair of Mid-Century Modern solid rosewood side or office chairs with a slightly curved back for

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Mid-20th Century British British Colonial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Side or Office Chairs with Upholstered Seat

H 34 in W 21 in D 19 in

Vintage Mid Century GF Davis Allen Oak Desk with Stainless Legs and Trim

By Davis Allen

Located in Pasadena, TX

. Drawing on the minimalist aesthetic of Donald Judd, this simple and highly functional desk make use of raw

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Oak

Vintage Mid Century GF Davis Allen Oak Desk with Stainless Legs and Trim

H 31 in W 65 in D 32 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

20th Century Ico Parisi Wooden Writing Desk with Two Drawers, 50s

H 29.93 in W 38.98 in D 19.3 in

Silas Writing Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

classic work bench, this desk focuses on a work surface from a simpler time. Handcrafted with interlocking

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writ...

Materials

Stainless Steel

Silas Writing Desk

H 30 in W 60 in D 30 in

Typist Chair, Model Simples, by Móveis Olaio, 1940's

By Olaio

Located in Lisboa, PT

This typist chair was designed and produced by Móveis Olaio, during the 1940's, for the Agronomic Station in Oeiras, Portugal. The structure was fully restored and is made of solid b...

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Vintage 1940s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Beech

Typist Chair, Model Simples, by Móveis Olaio, 1940's

H 33.47 in W 15.16 in D 16.15 in

1960s Ole Wanscher Mahogany Desk

By Ole Wanscher

Located in Madrid, ES

desk was designed following the mid century design rule and aesthetic, using noble woods in a precise

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

1960s Ole Wanscher Mahogany Desk

H 27.56 in W 59.06 in D 27.56 in

Wonderful minimalistic italien prototype desk

By Ico Parisi

Located in Munich, DE

Great italien prototype desk from an architects estate full of wonderful mid century design and

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Wonderful minimalistic italien prototype desk

H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 33.86 in

Solid Wood Norton Office Desk Set

Located in Naperville, IL

natural solid wood, the simple lines of this amazing Modern Contemporary Office Desk Set are the perfect

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21st Century and Contemporary Moldovan Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writ...

Materials

Wood

Solid Wood Norton Office Desk Set

H 30 in W 55 in D 26 in

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak make up Vanity jewelry box by Arne Wahl Iversen

By Vinde Møbelfabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Mid century Danish Modern teak make up vanity or desk. Beautiful light teak color with a nice grain

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak, Felt, Mirror

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak make up Vanity jewelry box by Arne Wahl Iversen

H 30 in W 32 in D 18 in

Desk Made In Teak From 1960s

Located in Lejre, DK

warm and welcoming atmosphere that fits perfectly with any decor. The desk's simple yet elegant design

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Desk Made In Teak From 1960s

H 28.35 in W 48.43 in D 24.81 in

Norton Solid Wood Office Desk Set

Located in Naperville, IL

natural solid wood, the simple lines of this amazing Modern Contemporary Office Desk Set are the perfect

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21st Century and Contemporary Moldovan Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writ...

Materials

Wood

Norton Solid Wood Office Desk Set

H 30 in W 55 in D 26 in

Rare Vintage Mid-Century German Modern Office Swivel Leather Easy Chair, 1960s

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

slack overlap and is clasped on the back. It is a representative of simple and elegant form.

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Vintage 1960s German Minimalist Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Rare Vintage Mid-Century German Modern Office Swivel Leather Easy Chair, 1960s

H 36.23 in W 33.08 in D 29.53 in

Expertly Restored - American Modern Studio Craft Sculpted Walnut Executive Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Expertly Restored - American Modern Studio Craft Sculpted Walnut Executive Desk

H 29.5 in W 66 in D 30 in

Nanna Ditzel Teak Danish Desk Circa 1955

By Nanna Ditzel

Located in Norwich, GB

A super sleek iconic Danish mid century teak four drawer desk designed by Nanna Ditzel. Circa late

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Nanna Ditzel Teak Danish Desk Circa 1955

H 28.35 in W 68.9 in D 29.53 in

Ladies Desk from Hikor, 1980s, Czechoslovakia

Located in Prague 8, CZ

A Simple beech wood writing desk from the Hikor Písek company, 1980´s, Czechoslovakia The design

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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Beech

Ladies Desk from Hikor, 1980s, Czechoslovakia

H 29.53 in W 43.31 in D 17.72 in

Midcentury Formica Writing Desk, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia

Located in Prague 8, CZ

Mid century writing desk with one drawer. It has chromed legs and formica top. Very simple

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Formica Writing Desk, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia

H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 23.63 in

Interlübke White Laminate Desk, 1980s, Germany.

By Interlübke

Located in Antwerp, BE

Post modern white laminate Interlübke desk beautiful, simple, sleek design that can stand freely in

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Interlübke White Laminate Desk, 1980s, Germany.

H 29.53 in W 53.55 in D 24.02 in

French Writing Desk in Solid Pine

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Writing desk, pine, France, 1960s This writing desk of French origin has a splendid construction

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

French Writing Desk in Solid Pine

H 30.71 in W 76.78 in D 33.08 in

Maison Regain Desk Set in Solid Elm

By Maison Regain

Located in BREDA, NL

Iconic desk set by Roland Haeusler for Maison Regain from France, 1960's. Great simple design in

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Elm

Maison Regain Desk Set in Solid Elm

H 28.35 in W 34.26 in D 18.12 in

Vintage Writing Desk, 1970´S, Czechoslovakia

Located in Prague 8, CZ

This Vintage writing desk was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1970´s. It´s made of

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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage Writing Desk, 1970´S, Czechoslovakia

H 30.32 in W 53.15 in D 27.56 in

Vintage Writing Desk, 1970's, Czechoslovakia

Located in Prague 8, CZ

This Vintage writing desk was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1970´s. It's made of

Category

Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage Writing Desk, 1970's, Czechoslovakia

H 30.32 in W 59.06 in D 27.56 in

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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

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 legendary 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.

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.

The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs

You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.

Iconic Furniture Makes This 1958 Midwestern Home a True Mid-Century Gem

Designer Susan Yeley turned to 1stDibs to outfit an Indiana home with standout pieces that complement its modernist style.

The Ultimate Guide to Types of Tables for the Home

Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.

Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?

Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.

Welcome Back to Designer Russel Wright’s Mid-Century Hudson Valley Home

The industrial designer was known for his sleek, modern dinnerware, but his 1961 house and the landscape around it may be his most astonishing creation.

Cara Greenberg Wrote the Book on Mid-Century Modern Furniture. Here Are Her Auction Finds

The author and design expert was among the first to define the style and coined its alliterative name. She shares her favorite pieces on 1stDibs Auctions — including some steals.

Jochum Rodgers Has Long Brought the Best of 20th-Century Design to Berlin and Beyond

Opened by Hans-Peter Jochum some 40 years ago, the pioneering gallery specializes in mid-century gems but also spotlights contemporary pieces by European artists and makers.

A Guide to Herman Miller’s Most Iconic Furniture

The prolific manufacturer has partnered with many of the world’s top designers since opening its doors in 1923. Here are some of the company’s greatest hits, which helped transform the American home and office.