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Restored Mid-Century Tanker Desk, with Acid Wash Patina
Restored Mid-Century Tanker Desk, with Acid Wash Patina

Restored Mid-Century Tanker Desk, with Acid Wash Patina

$1,800

H 29 in W 60.5 in D 30.25 in

Restored Mid-Century Tanker Desk, with Acid Wash Patina

Located in Alhambra, CA

Classic mid century double pedestal tanker desk with a twist. Expertly refinished in a unique acid

Category

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

Materials

Brass, Steel

Globe Wernicke Style Mid-Century Modern White Steel Tanker Desk w/ Formica Top
Globe Wernicke Style Mid-Century Modern White Steel Tanker Desk w/ Formica Top

Globe Wernicke Style Mid-Century Modern White Steel Tanker Desk w/ Formica Top

$1,250

H 28.75 in W 60.25 in D 31 in

Globe Wernicke Style Mid-Century Modern White Steel Tanker Desk w/ Formica Top

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Miami, FL

Globe Wernicke Style Mid-Century Modern White Steel Tanker Desk w/ Formica Top Offered for sale is

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

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Rolling Tanker Work Task Desk by Cole Steel
Mid-Century Rolling Tanker Work Task Desk by Cole Steel

Mid-Century Rolling Tanker Work Task Desk by Cole Steel

$750

H 29 in W 30.5 in D 17 in

Mid-Century Rolling Tanker Work Task Desk by Cole Steel

By Cole Steel

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Original 1950s Cole Steel specialty rolling tanker task Desk made from powder-coated durable sheet

Category

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

Materials

Steel

Refurbished 1960's General Fireproofing Tanker Desk
Refurbished 1960's General Fireproofing Tanker Desk

Refurbished 1960's General Fireproofing Tanker Desk

$1,200

H 30.5 in W 30.25 in D 50.5 in

Refurbished 1960's General Fireproofing Tanker Desk

By General Fireproofing Company

Located in Alhambra, CA

1960s General Fireproofing "Modemaker" single-pedestal tanker desk, newly refurbished with a gloss

Category

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

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Steel Tanker Desk in Olive Green w Glass Top and Brass, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Steel Tanker Desk in Olive Green w Glass Top and Brass, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Steel Tanker Desk in Olive Green w Glass Top and Brass, 1960s

$2,800Sale Price|20% Off

H 29.25 in W 68 in D 36.25 in

Mid-Century Modern Steel Tanker Desk in Olive Green w Glass Top and Brass, 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A classic American mid-century modern steel tanker desk, circa 1960s, featuring a olive green

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid Century White Steel Tanker Des w/ Formica Top by Globe-Wernicke
Mid Century White Steel Tanker Des w/ Formica Top by Globe-Wernicke

Mid Century White Steel Tanker Des w/ Formica Top by Globe-Wernicke

$2,200

H 30 in W 60 in D 30 in

Mid Century White Steel Tanker Des w/ Formica Top by Globe-Wernicke

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Atomic age white painted steel tanker desk features a wood grain Formica top, 2 pull-out work

Category

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

Materials

Steel

1950s Gio Ponti Goodform Silver Industrial Tanker Chair Swivel Office
1950s Gio Ponti Goodform Silver Industrial Tanker Chair Swivel Office

1950s Gio Ponti Goodform Silver Industrial Tanker Chair Swivel Office

$525

H 31 in W 16 in D 24 in

1950s Gio Ponti Goodform Silver Industrial Tanker Chair Swivel Office

By Gio Ponti, GoodForm

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Swivel Tanker Vintage Office Desk Chair designed by Gio Ponti for Montecatini Building in Milano. The

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel

Dazor Green Enamel Tanker Desk Lamp with Brass Accents
Dazor Green Enamel Tanker Desk Lamp with Brass Accents

Dazor Green Enamel Tanker Desk Lamp with Brass Accents

$1,800

H 20 in W 25 in D 12.5 in

Dazor Green Enamel Tanker Desk Lamp with Brass Accents

By Dazor

Located in Los Angeles, CA

American-made Dazor model #1059 "tanker”-style desk lamp in sea-foam green enameled steel with two

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Gunmetal Grey Machine Age Tanker Fluorescent Desk Lamp
Gunmetal Grey Machine Age Tanker Fluorescent Desk Lamp

Gunmetal Grey Machine Age Tanker Fluorescent Desk Lamp

$403

H 12 in W 20 in D 6.5 in

Gunmetal Grey Machine Age Tanker Fluorescent Desk Lamp

Located in Van Nuys, CA

1950s gunmetal grey fluorescent machine age tanker desk lamp with lots of character, perfect on a

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

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McDowell Craig Midcentury Tanker Desk Refinished in Blue and Yellow
McDowell Craig Midcentury Tanker Desk Refinished in Blue and Yellow

McDowell Craig Midcentury Tanker Desk Refinished in Blue and Yellow

Unavailable

H 29 in W 60 in D 30 in

McDowell Craig Midcentury Tanker Desk Refinished in Blue and Yellow

By Mcdowell-Craig, Allsteel, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

letter trays. All original aluminum hardware, brushed to a shine. Heavy-duty, yet sleek Mid-Century

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Custom Tanker Style Steel Credenza in Brass and White Finish
Custom Tanker Style Steel Credenza in Brass and White Finish

Custom Tanker Style Steel Credenza in Brass and White Finish

Unavailable

H 29 in W 66 in D 20 in

Custom Tanker Style Steel Credenza in Brass and White Finish

By Rehab Vintage Interiors, Allsteel, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

shelf. Pairs perfectly with our custom refinished midcentury tanker desks. Note: Brass powder coat is

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Metal Tanker Desk, Unrestored 1940s-1960s, South Africa
Mid-Century Modern Metal Tanker Desk, Unrestored 1940s-1960s, South Africa

Mid-Century Modern Metal Tanker Desk, Unrestored 1940s-1960s, South Africa

Unavailable

H 28.75 in W 59.85 in D 32.68 in

Mid-Century Modern Metal Tanker Desk, Unrestored 1940s-1960s, South Africa

Located in Cape Town, ZA

Unrestored tanker steel desk in grey with pontoon style legs. Original feet are adjustable. The

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

Materials

Metal

Vintage Industrial Steel Tanker's Desk USA, circa 1950
Vintage Industrial Steel Tanker's Desk USA, circa 1950

Vintage Industrial Steel Tanker's Desk USA, circa 1950

Unavailable

H 30.75 in W 60 in D 34 in

Vintage Industrial Steel Tanker's Desk USA, circa 1950

Located in Houston, TX

A handsome vintage steel Tanker's desk made in America circa 1950 with four drawers including a

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Industrial Steel Desk, Invincible Brand, Tanker, Midcentury; 5 desks available
Industrial Steel Desk, Invincible Brand, Tanker, Midcentury; 5 desks available

Industrial Steel Desk, Invincible Brand, Tanker, Midcentury; 5 desks available

Unavailable

H 30 in W 60 in D 30 in

Industrial Steel Desk, Invincible Brand, Tanker, Midcentury; 5 desks available

Located in Madison, WI

profile in black, white and chrome, elevates the concept of a tanker desk to a remarkably sophisticated

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Midcentury Tanker Table in an Uncommon Size, Refinished in Teal
Midcentury Tanker Table in an Uncommon Size, Refinished in Teal

Midcentury Tanker Table in an Uncommon Size, Refinished in Teal

Unavailable

H 29 in W 60 in D 24 in

Midcentury Tanker Table in an Uncommon Size, Refinished in Teal

By Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

Midcentury 4-legged tanker table refinished in a pop of teal (RAL 5021). This table is narrower and

Category

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

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Tanker Desk Custom Refinished in White
Midcentury Tanker Desk Custom Refinished in White

Midcentury Tanker Desk Custom Refinished in White

Unavailable

H 29 in W 60 in D 30 in

Midcentury Tanker Desk Custom Refinished in White

By Mcdowell-Craig, Allsteel, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

. All original aluminum hardware, brushed to a shine. Heavy-duty, yet sleek Mid-Century Modern styling

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Mid-Century Allsteel Inc Tanker Desk
Mid-Century Allsteel Inc Tanker Desk

Mid-Century Allsteel Inc Tanker Desk

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H 29.25 in W 60.25 in D 30.25 in

Mid-Century Allsteel Inc Tanker Desk

Located in Esperance, NY

Mid-Century Allsteel Inc Tanker Desk

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Tanker Desk, French, circa 1940
Mid-Century Modern Tanker Desk, French, circa 1940

Mid-Century Modern Tanker Desk, French, circa 1940

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H 31 in W 61 in D 31 in

Mid-Century Modern Tanker Desk, French, circa 1940

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Authentic Mid-Century Modern tanker desk, French, circa 1940 in original green Steelcase. Maker's

Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Modern Brushed Metal Tanker Desk By Steelcase w/ Chair
Mid Century Modern Brushed Metal Tanker Desk By Steelcase w/ Chair

Mid Century Modern Brushed Metal Tanker Desk By Steelcase w/ Chair

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H 30 in W 70 in D 36 in

Mid Century Modern Brushed Metal Tanker Desk By Steelcase w/ Chair

By Steelcase

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Industrial metal double pedestal desks by Steelcase with great mid-century modern Good Form chair

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

General Fireproofing Executive Tanker Desk with Task Chair
General Fireproofing Executive Tanker Desk with Task Chair

General Fireproofing Executive Tanker Desk with Task Chair

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H 30.5 in W 50 in D 30 in

General Fireproofing Executive Tanker Desk with Task Chair

By General Fireproofing Company

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Cole company. This set is a great example of Mid Century industrial furniture. Desk- 30.5" Tall

Category

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

Industrial Office Tanker Desk Chair by IRGSA
Industrial Office Tanker Desk Chair by IRGSA

Industrial Office Tanker Desk Chair by IRGSA

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H 31.11 in W 24.41 in D 24.41 in

Industrial Office Tanker Desk Chair by IRGSA

By Industrias Ruiz Galindo SA (IRGSA)

Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon

Rare swivel-tilt desk chair with original vinyl seat and seat back, solid wood base, and hard

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Rolling Industrial COSCO Tanker Office Desk Chair
Vintage Rolling Industrial COSCO Tanker Office Desk Chair

Vintage Rolling Industrial COSCO Tanker Office Desk Chair

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H 32.62 in W 17 in L 32.62 in

Vintage Rolling Industrial COSCO Tanker Office Desk Chair

By Cosco

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your pleasure: 1973 Vintage Office Desk Chair by Cosco, a rolling Tanker Business Chair Colors

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

1960s Single Pedestal Steel Tanker Desk refinish in Gloss White
1960s Single Pedestal Steel Tanker Desk refinish in Gloss White

1960s Single Pedestal Steel Tanker Desk refinish in Gloss White

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H 29 in W 49 in D 30 in

1960s Single Pedestal Steel Tanker Desk refinish in Gloss White

By Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

1960s Steel single pedestal tanker desk refinished in gloss white powder coat finish. Metallic

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

1940s Large and Heavy Well Made Industrial Military Green Steel Tanker Desk
1940s Large and Heavy Well Made Industrial Military Green Steel Tanker Desk

1940s Large and Heavy Well Made Industrial Military Green Steel Tanker Desk

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H 30.32 in W 57.49 in L 30.32 in

1940s Large and Heavy Well Made Industrial Military Green Steel Tanker Desk

Located in London, England

1940s steel tanker desk in its original military olive green with a black rubberised desk top. The

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Refurbished Steelcase Rolling Steno Tanker Chair, Navy Blue
Refurbished Steelcase Rolling Steno Tanker Chair, Navy Blue

Refurbished Steelcase Rolling Steno Tanker Chair, Navy Blue

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H 32 in W 23 in D 22 in

Refurbished Steelcase Rolling Steno Tanker Chair, Navy Blue

By Rehab Vintage Interiors, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

Steel armed steno chair. Made by Steelcase in the 1950's/60's. Reupholstered in navy blue vinyl. Refinished steel frame. Swivels, rolls, and adjustable. 23"w x 22"d x 32"h Seat: ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

1940s Mid-Century Modern Tanker Desk
1940s Mid-Century Modern Tanker Desk

1940s Mid-Century Modern Tanker Desk

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H 31 in W 66 in D 39 in

1940s Mid-Century Modern Tanker Desk

By The Standard Furniture Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

American-made Mid-Century Modern tanker desk in good condition, constructed of oak with a Formica

Category

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

Materials

Steel

1950 Metal Tanker Desk
1950 Metal Tanker Desk

1950 Metal Tanker Desk

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H 30 in W 60 in D 32 in

1950 Metal Tanker Desk

Located in Surrey, BC

Nice Mid-Century functional tanker style desk with brass details and two working drawers. The top

Category

Vintage 1950s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Composition, Metal

Mid-century Four Drawer Steel Tanker Desk by General Fireproofing
Mid-century Four Drawer Steel Tanker Desk by General Fireproofing

Mid-century Four Drawer Steel Tanker Desk by General Fireproofing

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H 30.25 in W 60 in D 34.5 in

Mid-century Four Drawer Steel Tanker Desk by General Fireproofing

By General Fireproofing Company

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-century. The desk 4 spacious drawers, a central locking system, and a built-in money slot to

Category

Vintage 1950s American Desks

Materials

Steel

American Red Lacquered Writing Table Office, Tanker Desk Laminated Wood & Brass
American Red Lacquered Writing Table Office, Tanker Desk Laminated Wood & Brass

American Red Lacquered Writing Table Office, Tanker Desk Laminated Wood & Brass

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H 29.25 in W 72 in D 24 in

American Red Lacquered Writing Table Office, Tanker Desk Laminated Wood & Brass

Located in Miami, FL

and smoked Lucite interior. The Mid-Century Modern desk comes with a left side door and 3 drawers

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

Materials

Laminate, Wood, Lacquer

Fun Rolling Industrial Tanker Office Desk Chair CRAMER Company 1950s KANSAS
Fun Rolling Industrial Tanker Office Desk Chair CRAMER Company 1950s KANSAS

Fun Rolling Industrial Tanker Office Desk Chair CRAMER Company 1950s KANSAS

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H 32.5 in W 17 in D 18 in

Fun Rolling Industrial Tanker Office Desk Chair CRAMER Company 1950s KANSAS

By Cramer Company

Located in Chula Vista, CA

A midcentury Classic: 1950s vintage office desk chair by Cramer Company of Kansas City, a rolling

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Original 1960´s McDonnell Douglas DC-8 Desk Model, Mid Century
Original 1960´s McDonnell Douglas DC-8 Desk Model, Mid Century

Original 1960´s McDonnell Douglas DC-8 Desk Model, Mid Century

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H 6.3 in W 9.85 in D 10.63 in

Original 1960´s McDonnell Douglas DC-8 Desk Model, Mid Century

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Original 1960´s McDonnell Douglas DC-8 desk Model - mid century. With original decals. The

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Aviation Objects

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Tanker Desk with Custom Walnut Top
Midcentury Tanker Desk with Custom Walnut Top

Midcentury Tanker Desk with Custom Walnut Top

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H 29 in W 70 in D 30 in

Midcentury Tanker Desk with Custom Walnut Top

By Allsteel, Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

Midcentury steel tanker desk refinished with a twist. This beauty features an oversized solid

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

McDowell Craig Midcentury Tanker Desk Refinished in Bauhaus Colors, in Stock
McDowell Craig Midcentury Tanker Desk Refinished in Bauhaus Colors, in Stock

McDowell Craig Midcentury Tanker Desk Refinished in Bauhaus Colors, in Stock

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H 29 in W 60 in D 30 in

McDowell Craig Midcentury Tanker Desk Refinished in Bauhaus Colors, in Stock

By Mcdowell-Craig, Allsteel, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

In stock and ready to ship! Classic 1960s McDowell Craig tanker desk refinished in a playful

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Mid-Century Industrial Steelcase Tanker Desk
Mid-Century Industrial Steelcase Tanker Desk

Mid-Century Industrial Steelcase Tanker Desk

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H 28.5 in W 60 in D 30 in

Mid-Century Industrial Steelcase Tanker Desk

By Steelcase

Located in Pasadena, CA

Vintage 1950s metal tanker desk. Wear consistent with age.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Desks

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Tanker Desk in Orange
Mid-Century Tanker Desk in Orange

Mid-Century Tanker Desk in Orange

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H 29 in W 36 in D 24 in

Mid-Century Tanker Desk in Orange

Located in Madison, WI

Tanker desks were one of the hottest things going (and the heaviest) in Mid-Century office decor

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Double Pedestal Tanker Desk, Refinished
Double Pedestal Tanker Desk, Refinished

Double Pedestal Tanker Desk, Refinished

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H 29 in W 60 in D 28 in

Double Pedestal Tanker Desk, Refinished

By Steelcase, Steel Age, Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

This classic 1950's Steelcase tanker desk features a double pedestal base with adjustable pontoon

Category

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

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Industrial Tanker Desk of Steel with Chrome Trim
Mid-Century Industrial Tanker Desk of Steel with Chrome Trim

Mid-Century Industrial Tanker Desk of Steel with Chrome Trim

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H 29 in W 60 in D 30 in

Mid-Century Industrial Tanker Desk of Steel with Chrome Trim

Located in Madison, WI

nearly indestructible, the Tanker desk was most often confined to utilitarian uses in mid-century

Category

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

Materials

Steel, Chrome

AllSteel Bumper Top Tanker Desk
AllSteel Bumper Top Tanker Desk

AllSteel Bumper Top Tanker Desk

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H 29 in W 60 in D 30 in

AllSteel Bumper Top Tanker Desk

By Allsteel, Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

We gave this 1960s double pedestal tanker desk by AllSteel a unique two tone finish. Newly restored

Category

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

1960s Single Pedestal Tanker Desk, Refinished
1960s Single Pedestal Tanker Desk, Refinished

1960s Single Pedestal Tanker Desk, Refinished

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H 29 in W 45 in D 30 in

1960s Single Pedestal Tanker Desk, Refinished

By Allsteel, Steelcase, Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

Classic 1960s single pedestal tanker desk. Features a paper tray and three locking drawers

Category

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

All Steel Fan Top Tanker Desk with Bumper
All Steel Fan Top Tanker Desk with Bumper

All Steel Fan Top Tanker Desk with Bumper

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H 29 in W 84 in D 39 in

All Steel Fan Top Tanker Desk with Bumper

By Allsteel, General Fireproofing Company, Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

This 1960's double pedestal tanker desk by AllSteel is a classic suited for the executive. Notable

Category

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

Materials

Rubber

Industrial Tanker Desk Twin Pedestal Steel Mid-Century Grey, 1950s
Industrial Tanker Desk Twin Pedestal Steel Mid-Century Grey, 1950s

Industrial Tanker Desk Twin Pedestal Steel Mid-Century Grey, 1950s

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H 30 in W 60 in D 30 in

Industrial Tanker Desk Twin Pedestal Steel Mid-Century Grey, 1950s

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

A stunning 'Statement Piece' vintage Industrial Mid-Century twin pedestal steel tanker desk, circa

Category

20th Century Desks

Industrial Tanker Desk Twin Pedestal Steel, Mid-Century Vintage Silver
Industrial Tanker Desk Twin Pedestal Steel, Mid-Century Vintage Silver

Industrial Tanker Desk Twin Pedestal Steel, Mid-Century Vintage Silver

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H 30 in W 66 in D 38 in

Industrial Tanker Desk Twin Pedestal Steel, Mid-Century Vintage Silver

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

A stunning 'Statement Piece' vintage Industrial Mid-Century fully refurbished twin pedestal tanker

Category

20th Century Desks

Materials

Steel

1950's American Office Metal Tanker Desk
1950's American Office Metal Tanker Desk

1950's American Office Metal Tanker Desk

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H 29.25 in W 60 in D 30 in

1950's American Office Metal Tanker Desk

Located in Chicago, IL

1950's American original newly refinished office tanker metal desk with arch legs. We have another

Category

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

Materials

Metal

1960s AllSteel Single Pedestal Petit Tanker Desk, Refinished
1960s AllSteel Single Pedestal Petit Tanker Desk, Refinished

1960s AllSteel Single Pedestal Petit Tanker Desk, Refinished

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H 29 in W 45 in D 18 in

1960s AllSteel Single Pedestal Petit Tanker Desk, Refinished

By Allsteel

Located in Alhambra, CA

This unique, sized-down tanker desk features a single pedestal with locking file drawers. Bumper

Category

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

Materials

Steel

McDowell Craig Tanker Desk with Return
McDowell Craig Tanker Desk with Return

McDowell Craig Tanker Desk with Return

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H 29 in W 60 in D 66 in

McDowell Craig Tanker Desk with Return

By Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

McDowell Craig tanker desk with return in excellent original condition. Slate Gray body and with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Refurbished Steelcase Tanker Desk, circa 1965
Refurbished Steelcase Tanker Desk, circa 1965

Refurbished Steelcase Tanker Desk, circa 1965

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H 29.5 in W 60 in D 30 in

Refurbished Steelcase Tanker Desk, circa 1965

By Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

Classic steelcase brand double pedestal desk newly refinished in gloss white powder coat with

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Refurbished Single Pedestal Tanker Desk, 1960s
Refurbished Single Pedestal Tanker Desk, 1960s

Refurbished Single Pedestal Tanker Desk, 1960s

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H 29 in W 45 in D 30 in

Refurbished Single Pedestal Tanker Desk, 1960s

By Rehab Vintage Interiors

Located in Alhambra, CA

Rare Columbia brand single pedestal desk newly refinished in "electric" blue powder coat

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

General Fireproofing "Mode-Maker" Tanker Desk by Raymond Lowey
General Fireproofing "Mode-Maker" Tanker Desk by Raymond Lowey

General Fireproofing "Mode-Maker" Tanker Desk by Raymond Lowey

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H 30 in W 50 in D 30 in

General Fireproofing "Mode-Maker" Tanker Desk by Raymond Lowey

By General Fireproofing Company, Raymond Loewy

Located in Alhambra, CA

This unique single pedestal tanker, a 1960's General Fireproofing "Mode-Maker" model designed by

Category

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

Materials

Steel, Aluminum

Tanker Console Desk / Knee Space Credenza, Refinished, c. 1960's
Tanker Console Desk / Knee Space Credenza, Refinished, c. 1960's

Tanker Console Desk / Knee Space Credenza, Refinished, c. 1960's

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H 29 in W 60 in D 19 in

Tanker Console Desk / Knee Space Credenza, Refinished, c. 1960's

By Mcdowell-Craig, Steel Age, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

The vintage tanker knee-space credenza offers the storage capability of two file drawers and four

Category

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

Rare 1950s Modular Tanker Desk with Return by Cole Steel
Rare 1950s Modular Tanker Desk with Return by Cole Steel

Rare 1950s Modular Tanker Desk with Return by Cole Steel

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H 29 in W 63 in D 66 in

Rare 1950s Modular Tanker Desk with Return by Cole Steel

By Cole Steel, Art Metal Co., General Fireproofing Company

Located in Alhambra, CA

into place to form a tanker desk with return. Unique configuration with cabinet bases. Floating center

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

1960s Single Pedestal Tanker Desk Refinished in Two-Tone Pink
1960s Single Pedestal Tanker Desk Refinished in Two-Tone Pink

1960s Single Pedestal Tanker Desk Refinished in Two-Tone Pink

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H 29 in W 45 in D 30 in

1960s Single Pedestal Tanker Desk Refinished in Two-Tone Pink

By Mcdowell-Craig, Allsteel, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

including a utility and file drawer. Heavy-duty, yet sleek Mid-Century Modern styling. Dimensions: 30" D

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Rare Curtis Office Tanker Desk Chair - 1950's
Rare Curtis Office Tanker Desk Chair - 1950's

Rare Curtis Office Tanker Desk Chair - 1950's

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H 34 in W 24 in D 24 in

Rare Curtis Office Tanker Desk Chair - 1950's

Located in Mississauga, CA

This is a rare vintage tanker office chair that literally rolls like a dream. Extremely smooth

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage Steelcase Tanker Desk with Brushed Steel Surface
Vintage Steelcase Tanker Desk with Brushed Steel Surface

Vintage Steelcase Tanker Desk with Brushed Steel Surface

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H 29 in W 60 in D 30 in

Vintage Steelcase Tanker Desk with Brushed Steel Surface

By Steelcase

Located in Essex, MA

A vintage Mid-Century Modern Steelcase brand tanker double pedestal desk, originally painted, and

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Vintage McDowell Craig Tanker Desk, Refinished in White
Vintage McDowell Craig Tanker Desk, Refinished in White

Vintage McDowell Craig Tanker Desk, Refinished in White

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H 29 in W 60 in D 28 in

Vintage McDowell Craig Tanker Desk, Refinished in White

By Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

Classic McDowell Craig double pedestal tanker refinished in white. Features: Many utility drawers

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1960s Tanker Console Knee Space Credenza
1960s Tanker Console Knee Space Credenza

1960s Tanker Console Knee Space Credenza

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H 28.5 in W 66 in D 18 in

1960s Tanker Console Knee Space Credenza

By Allsteel, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

Our 1960s knee-space tanker credenza is a console table with the added functionality of a slim desk

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Mode-Maker Tanker Desk by Raymond Loewy for General Fireproofing Co.

Mode-Maker Tanker Desk by Raymond Loewy for General Fireproofing Co.

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Mode-Maker Tanker Desk by Raymond Loewy for General Fireproofing Co.

By Raymond Loewy, General Fireproofing Company

Located in Alhambra, CA

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Petite Four-Legged Tanker Table with Drawer, Refinished

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Petite Four-Legged Tanker Table with Drawer, Refinished

By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase, General Fireproofing Company

Located in Alhambra, CA

Midcentury four-legged tanker table with drawer, circa 1940s. This unique "mini tanker" is perfect

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

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1960s Steel Panel Leg Tanker Table with Drawer, Refinished

1960s Steel Panel Leg Tanker Table with Drawer, Refinished

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H 29 in W 60 in D 30 in

1960s Steel Panel Leg Tanker Table with Drawer, Refinished

By Allsteel

Located in Alhambra, CA

1960s Steel panel leg tanker table with over-sized bumper top and single drawer. Sleek frame, newly

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Steel

1960s Tanker Table by Steelcase, Refinished in Bright Blue
1960s Tanker Table by Steelcase, Refinished in Bright Blue

1960s Tanker Table by Steelcase, Refinished in Bright Blue

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H 29 in W 45 in L 29 in

1960s Tanker Table by Steelcase, Refinished in Bright Blue

By Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

Midcentury Steelcase 4-legged table with drawer refinished in a powder coated pop of bright blue

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Steel Tanker Drawer Insert/ Organizer, Refinished in Silver
Steel Tanker Drawer Insert/ Organizer, Refinished in Silver

Steel Tanker Drawer Insert/ Organizer, Refinished in Silver

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H 2.25 in W 13 in D 4.74 in

Steel Tanker Drawer Insert/ Organizer, Refinished in Silver

By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

Once the insert to a classic tanker desk's utility drawer, we repurposed this neat Industrial piece

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Four-Legged Tanker Table with Drawer by General Fireproofing, 1940's
Four-Legged Tanker Table with Drawer by General Fireproofing, 1940's

Four-Legged Tanker Table with Drawer by General Fireproofing, 1940's

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H 26 in W 36 in D 24 in

Four-Legged Tanker Table with Drawer by General Fireproofing, 1940's

By General Fireproofing Company, Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

Four-legged tanker table with drawer by General Fireproofing, c. 1940's. This unique "mini tanker

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Steel Tanker Drawer Insert/ Organizer, Refinished in Red Wine
Steel Tanker Drawer Insert/ Organizer, Refinished in Red Wine

Steel Tanker Drawer Insert/ Organizer, Refinished in Red Wine

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H 2 in W 13 in D 4.5 in

Steel Tanker Drawer Insert/ Organizer, Refinished in Red Wine

By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

Once the insert to a Classic tanker desk's utility drawer, we repurposed this neat Industrial piece

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Pair of Steel Tanker Drawer Inserts Repurposed as Organizers
Pair of Steel Tanker Drawer Inserts Repurposed as Organizers

Pair of Steel Tanker Drawer Inserts Repurposed as Organizers

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Pair of Steel Tanker Drawer Inserts Repurposed as Organizers

By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

Once the inserts to a classic tanker desk's utility drawers, we repurposed these neat pieces for

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Steel Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Organizer, Refinished in Peach
Steel Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Organizer, Refinished in Peach

Steel Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Organizer, Refinished in Peach

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Steel Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Organizer, Refinished in Peach

By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

Once the insert to a Classic tanker desk's utility drawer, we repurposed this neat Industrial piece

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Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Desktop Organizer, Refinished in Red
Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Desktop Organizer, Refinished in Red

Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Desktop Organizer, Refinished in Red

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H 2 in W 13 in D 4.5 in

Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Desktop Organizer, Refinished in Red

By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

Once the insert to a Classic tanker desk's utility drawer, we repurposed this neat Industrial piece

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Steel

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Midcentury Tanker Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal midcentury tanker desk for your home. Frequently made of metal, steel and fabric, every midcentury tanker desk was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the midcentury tanker desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A midcentury tanker desk, designed in the Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one midcentury tanker desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Cosco, Steelcase and Cramer Company produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Midcentury Tanker Desk?

The average selling price for a midcentury tanker desk at 1stDibs is $1,659, while they’re typically $350 on the low end and $12,999 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

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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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