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Midcentury Inspired Writing Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
This midcentury inspired writing desk is perfect for those looking for a blend of elegance and
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Wr...

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Wood

Midcentury Inspired Writing Desk
Midcentury Inspired Writing Desk
H 29.75 in W 55 in D 26 in
Mid-Century Prouve Inspired Writing Desk with Compass Legs by Marko
By Marko, Jean Prouvé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Prouve inspired writing desk by Marko. The desk has a formica top, blue compass legs and one side
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Contemporary Mid-Century Style Writing Desk with Glass Top
Located in London, London
Desk Inspired by mid-century modern design and meticulously crafted in a small workshop in Italy
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writi...

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Glass, Ash

A fine 19th c French red lacquered Chinoiserie inspired writing desk
Located in Dallas, TX
A very fine 19th century English Louis XV inspired red lacquered writing desk . Original leather
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Mid-Century MOD Jean Maneval Inspired Chunky White Desk with Rolling Storage
By Jean Maneval
Located in Los Angeles, CA
MOD Jean Maneval inspired white laminate desk with a two drawer rolling storage cabinet. In
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Fiberglass

1940s Art Deco Mid-Century Italian Walnut Wood and Brass Writing Desk Table
By Vittorio Dassi, Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti, Guglielmo Ulrich, Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern desk writing table, with black glass top and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

French Mid-Century Modern Jacques Adnet inspired Desk Made to Order by Old Plank
Located in Chicago, IL
French Mid-Century Modern inspired Desk made to order by Old Plank in our woodworking department
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Régence Style Marquetry Writing Desk
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A magnificent and very rare Régence style marquetry inlaid grand bureau plat or writing desk
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Régence Style Marquetry Writing Desk
Régence Style Marquetry Writing Desk
H 37.41 in W 87.8 in D 43.31 in
19th Century French Renaissance Writing Table, Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Renaissance writing table ~ desk is an ode to a bygone era before the digital
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Desks and Writing Ta...

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Oak

Charlotte Perriand Style Desk, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Antwerp, BE
writing table or as an office desk. The desk is in excellent condition. Would fit well in a Mid-Century
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Asian Inspired Desk by Michael Taylor for Baker
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
Asian inspired desk by Michael Taylor for Baker, American, circa 1960s. This piece is currently
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Mid-Century Danish Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjaernulf
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A solid oak writing desk attributed to renowned Danish designer Henning Henry Kjærnulf, blending
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Monumental Mid Century Modern Executive Rosewood Scandinavian Desk, c1960s
By Finn Juhl
Located in Chino Hills, CA
The Monumental Rosewood Scandinavian Desk is an exquisite piece of furniture that seamlessly blends
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Joel's Desk 5 Elegant, Doubles as Writing Table, Two Legs
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Joel's Desk 5 Elegant, Doubles as Writing Table, Two Legs — Introduction: Crafting Elegance with
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Desk in Solid Hardwood, by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This side desk is a mid-20th century Brazilian furniture piece designed by Sergio Rodrigues, made
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood

A mid century modern American icon, the Saga desk by Broyhill
By Broyhill
Located in Houston, TX
A mid century modern American icon, the Saga desk by Broyhill. One of the most inspired collections
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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

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...

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Walnut

1940s Art Deco Midcentury Italian Walnut Burl Glass Waterfall Writing Desk Table
By Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa, Ico & Luisa Parisi, Guglielmo Ulrich, Vittorio Dassi
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern desk writing table, in wood with elegant carved frame
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Glass

Brazilian Wood and Copper Desk with Drawers, Mid Century Brazilian Modern
By Atelier BAM
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Marajoara desk with drawer is a study upon Mid Century Modern utilitarian furniture, with Brazilian
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2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Copper

Mid-Century Modern Extension Desk By John van Koert For Drexel Counterpoint
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning, wonderfully detailed, mid-century American desk was designed by John van Koert for
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Cherry, Mahogany

1940s Art Deco Italian Walnut Burl Black Glass Waterfall Writing Desk Table
By Vittorio Dassi, Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti, Guglielmo Ulrich, Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern desk writing table, in veneer burl wood and precious
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Opaline Glass, Wood

Bert England for John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Leather Top Desk
By John Widdicomb, Bert England
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern writing desk or executive desk By Bert England for John
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Large Black Desk Files Drawers, Wood Metal, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Style
By Atelier BAM
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Marajoara desk with drawers and files (optional) is a study on Mid-Century Modern utilitarian
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2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

1940s Art Deco Midcentury Italian Walnut Burl Wood Glass Top Writing Desk Table
By Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti, Ico & Luisa Parisi, Guglielmo Ulrich, Vittorio Dassi
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern desk writing table, in beautiful veneer burl wood
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Glass

Black Desk with Drawer, Wood and Metal Legs, Brazil Mid-Century Modern Designer
By Atelier BAM
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Marajoara design desk with drawers is a study in Mid-Century Modern utilitarian and luxury
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2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Wood Mid-Century Modern Style Arezzo Desk with Floating Crystal Top
By Alfonso Marina
Located in Bosques de las Lomas, MX
This desk was inspired by the Mid-Century Modern style. It is made from Koa wood and has four
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Mid-Century Rattan Wicker And Bamboo Desk Attributed To Dal Vera 1960s
By Dal Vera
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century rattan wicker and bamboo desk attributed to Dal Vera 1960s Complete and in good
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Vintage 1960s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Hemm Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Hemm Desk is a contemporary design inspired by the classic drafting table of the Mid-Century
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Desks and Wri...

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Ash, Oak, Walnut

Hemm Desk
Hemm Desk
H 33.25 in W 60 in D 30 in
Massive Oak Table Art Nouveau Inspiration, France, Mid-20th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
Oak table made circa 1960. The table shape is inspired by the lines of art nouveau. This gives to
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Simple Modern Desk, Reclaimed Oak and Walnut
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
-Century Modern Inspired Specs: Reclaimed Oak, Walnut, Commercial Grade Finish Customizable: Yes! It's what
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2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Reclaimed Wood

NONO Desk 23 Expansive, Robust Design, Organic
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
NONO Desk 23 Expansive, Robust Design, Organic — Introduction: Crafting Elegance with a Modernist
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

NONO Desk 23 Expansive, Robust Design, Organic
NONO Desk 23 Expansive, Robust Design, Organic
H 29.93 in W 59.06 in D 23.63 in
NONO Desk 3 Collaborative Space Enhancer, Asymmetrical
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Collection: A Tribute to Architectural Giants Inspired by the iconic works of Mexican architectural legends
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Monumental Italian Freestanding Desk with Architectural Design Walnut 1950s
Located in Waalwijk, NL
exceptional piece of office furniture exemplifies the pinnacle of Italian mid-century modern design. It
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Iron

Pierre Jeanneret Desk and Office Chair from Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Beautiful set of Pierre Jeanneret desk and chair. The simplicity of the design, yet robust and
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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Cane, Teak, Upholstery

Set of Table & Four Chairs in the Hunting Theme Oak, France, Mid-20th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
inspired by the lines of art nouveau. On the back of each chair, integrated into a frame in the form of a
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Pierre Jeanneret Desk and Office Chair from Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
One of the most desirables and hard to find desk model from Pierre Jeannette, presented with a
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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

Japanese Vintage Tenjin-style Desk, Early Showa Period '1926-'
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This vintage tenjin-style desk was crafted in the Early Showa Period '1926-'. This Tenjin Desk
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak, Wood

1960s Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Partners Storage Desk for Feldballes Møbelfabrik
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 1960s Kai Kristiansen partners desk in rosewood for Feldballes Møbelfabrik with file
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

NONO Desk 13 Modern, Spacious Design, Solid Wood
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
NONO Desk 13 Modern, Spacious Design, Solid Wood — Introduction: Crafting Elegance with a
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

NONO Desk 13 Modern, Spacious Design, Solid Wood
NONO Desk 13 Modern, Spacious Design, Solid Wood
H 29.93 in W 59.06 in D 23.63 in
Elefante Desk 14 Elegant, Multi-Use Configuration, Asymmetrical
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Elefante Desk 14 Elegant, Multi-Use Configuration, Asymmetrical — Introduction: Crafting Elegance
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

NONO Desk 18 Large Surface, Multi-functional, Asymmetrical
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
NONO Desk 18 Large Surface, Multi-functional, Asymmetrical — Introduction: Crafting Elegance with
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

19th Century French Louis XV Style Boulle Desk
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Houston, TX
Boulle inspired bureau plat, desk or writing table was expertly crafted in the mid 19th century with
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Antique 1860s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass, Bronze

19th Century French Louis XV Style Boulle Desk
19th Century French Louis XV Style Boulle Desk
H 29.25 in W 58.5 in D 31.75 in
Joel's Desk 15 Minimalist Design, Versatile Usage, Two Legs
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Joel's Desk 15 Minimalist Design, Versatile Usage, Two Legs — Introduction: Crafting Elegance
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Joel's Desk 20 Contemporary Style, Practical Design, Two Legs
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Joel's Desk 20 Contemporary Style, Practical Design, Two Legs — Introduction: Crafting Elegance
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Elefante Desk 16 Efficient, Ergonomic Build, Made of Wood
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Elefante Desk 16 Efficient, Ergonomic Build, Made of Wood — Introduction: Crafting Elegance with
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

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 — Introduction: Crafting Elegance with
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

NONO Desk 8 Spacious, Converts to Conference Table, Asymmetrical
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
NONO Desk 8 Spacious, Converts to Conference Table, Asymmetrical — Introduction: Crafting
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

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 — Introduction: Crafting Elegance
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

B40 Desk in Solid Elm by Pierre Chapo, France, 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Chapo, B40 desk, elm, France, 1960s, Mid-Century modern, Rustic; Characteristic desk by
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Elm

Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
designer. In this case, Danish architect, professor, and designer, Bodil Kjær. The iconic desk, designed in
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
designer. In this case, Danish architect, professor, and designer, Bodil Kjær. The iconic desk, designed in
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
designer. In this case, Danish architect, professor, and designer, Bodil Kjær. The iconic desk, designed in
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Bodil Kjær ScandinOffice Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
designer. In this case, Danish architect, professor, and designer, Bodil Kjær. The iconic desk, designed in
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
designer. In this case, Danish architect, professor, and designer, Bodil Kjær. The iconic desk, designed in
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
designer. In this case, Danish architect, professor, and designer, Bodil Kjær. The iconic desk, designed in
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
designer. In this case, Danish architect, professor, and designer, Bodil Kjær. The iconic desk, designed in
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Rare Desk with Matching 'S5' Armchair by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform, 1950s
By Alfred Hendrickx, Belform
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
the desk and the chair are from Alfred’s early design period in the 50s where he was clearly inspired
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Fabric, Formica, Wood, Lacquer

Elmwood B40 Desk by Pierre Chapo in Black Ash, France, 1970s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Chapo; B40 desk; Elm; France; 1970s; Mid-Century Modern, Rustic; Postmodern; Cabinets; Black
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Elm

Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
designer. In this case, Danish architect, professor, and designer, Bodil Kjær. The iconic desk, designed in
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
designer. In this case, Danish architect, professor, and designer, Bodil Kjær. The iconic desk, designed in
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

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Midcentury Inspired Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the midcentury inspired writing desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, every midcentury inspired writing desk was constructed with great care. There are 193 variations of the antique or vintage midcentury inspired writing desk you’re looking for, while we also have 83 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer midcentury inspired writing desk, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each midcentury inspired writing desk bearing mid-century modern, Art Deco or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one midcentury inspired writing desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Joel Escalona, Achille Castiglioni and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Midcentury Inspired Writing Desk?

Prices for a midcentury inspired writing desk start at $145 and top out at $365,408 with the average selling for $4,823.

Finding the Right desks-writing-tables for You

Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.

Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.

Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.

Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.

The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.

From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.