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German Mid-Century Modern Cantilevered Wood and Metal Desk by Voss, 1950
German Mid-Century Modern Cantilevered Wood and Metal Desk by Voss, 1950

German Mid-Century Modern Cantilevered Wood and Metal Desk by Voss, 1950

By Voss

Located in New York, NY

Elegant German modernist desk / writing table by Voss with a cantilevered wood top and three wood drawers on each side supported by four black metal legs. A refined, modern compositi...

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

Lou Hodges Mid Century Oak Cantilever Executive Desk
Lou Hodges Mid Century Oak Cantilever Executive Desk

Lou Hodges Mid Century Oak Cantilever Executive Desk

By Lou Hodges

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Lou Hodges Mid Century Oak Cantilever Executive Desk This desk measures: 71.75 wide x 32 deep x 28.25 high, with a chair clearance of 25 inches Great Vintage Condition - Small Area...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Oak

Ron Seff Cantilevered Desk
Ron Seff Cantilevered Desk

Ron Seff Cantilevered Desk

By Ron Seff

Located in Miami, FL

Ron Seff Mid-Century Modern "Cantilevered" desk with ostrich style brown leather wrapped top and stainless steel polished drawer fronts and base.

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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

J. Wade Beam for Brueton Ponte Mid Century Walnut Cantilever Desk
J. Wade Beam for Brueton Ponte Mid Century Walnut Cantilever Desk

J. Wade Beam for Brueton Ponte Mid Century Walnut Cantilever Desk

By J. Wade Beam, Brueton

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Wade Beam for Brueton Ponte Mid Century Walnut Cantilever Desk This desk measures: 83.75 wide x 35.75 deep x 30 high, with a chair clearance of 26 inches Fair Vintage Condition - D...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Cini Boeri for Knoll Lunario Cantilevered Table/Desk
Vintage Cini Boeri for Knoll Lunario Cantilevered Table/Desk

Vintage Cini Boeri for Knoll Lunario Cantilevered Table/Desk

By Cini Boeri, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This elegant Mid-Century Modern desk features a polished stainless steel base with a 1/2 inch thick cantilever glass top.

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Chrome Toned Cantilever Armchair - Mid-Century Office or Accent Chair
Vintage Chrome Toned Cantilever Armchair - Mid-Century Office or Accent Chair

Vintage Chrome Toned Cantilever Armchair - Mid-Century Office or Accent Chair

Located in Seattle, WA

Vintage mid-century cantilever armchair with polished chrome tone frame and warm brown wool-like- blend upholstery. The chair features a generously curved backrest, angled seat, and ...

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

Materials

Chrome

Early Vintage Milo Baughman Architectural Cantilevered Desk for Glenn of Calif
Early Vintage Milo Baughman Architectural Cantilevered Desk for Glenn of Calif

Early Vintage Milo Baughman Architectural Cantilevered Desk for Glenn of Calif

By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California

Located in Chicago, IL

Early vintage Milo Baughman Architectural cantilevered desk for Glenn of California c. 1950 This desk is being sold "As-is" at this time. Needs to visit a furniture repair and re...

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

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Solid wood Writing Desk – Handcrafted by House of Jaipur
Mid-Century Modern Solid wood Writing Desk – Handcrafted by House of Jaipur

Mid-Century Modern Solid wood Writing Desk – Handcrafted by House of Jaipur

Located in New York, NY

Elevate your workspace with this striking Mid-Century Modern desk, meticulously handcrafted from sustainably sourced solid wood.

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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Teak

Lacquered wood cantilevered table
Lacquered wood cantilevered table

Lacquered wood cantilevered table

Located in New York, NY

Lacquered wood cantilevered desk.

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

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tufted Cantilevered Desk Chair in Spinneybeck Saddle L
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tufted Cantilevered Desk Chair in Spinneybeck Saddle L

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tufted Cantilevered Desk Chair in Spinneybeck Saddle L

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar tufted cantilevered desk chair in spinneybeck saddle leather, reupholstered. Also features solid walnut wood base and 2"inch shepherd round ball casters , ...

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

Materials

Walnut, Leather

Sexy Slim Rosewood and Chrome Desk by Ste. Marie and Laurent Mid-Century
Sexy Slim Rosewood and Chrome Desk by Ste. Marie and Laurent Mid-Century

Sexy Slim Rosewood and Chrome Desk by Ste. Marie and Laurent Mid-Century

By Andre Laurent

Located in Pemberton, NJ

This Mid-Century desk floats on a modern chrome cantilever base and is finished on all sides.

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

Materials

Chrome

Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson
Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson

Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Lafayette, IN

This remarkable piece is a one-off desk/wardrobe/bar/bookcase/storage cabinet custom-designed by George Nelson in 1949 to match his Basic Cabinet Series (BCS) for Herman Miller. The ...

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Aluminum

S 32 Cantilever Thonet Side Chair
S 32 Cantilever Thonet Side Chair

S 32 Cantilever Thonet Side Chair

$800Sale Price / item|20% Off

S 32 Cantilever Thonet Side Chair

By Thonet, Mart Stam

Located in Pasadena, TX

S 32 Cantilever Thonet side chair S 32 Cantilever chair combines the tubular steel frame with leather upholstered seat and backrest for comfort. Price for 1 6 available.

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Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and De...

Materials

Chrome

Lawson-Fenning Ivanhoe Desk with Pencil Drawer, Oak, Modern Writing Desk
Lawson-Fenning Ivanhoe Desk with Pencil Drawer, Oak, Modern Writing Desk

Lawson-Fenning Ivanhoe Desk with Pencil Drawer, Oak, Modern Writing Desk

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Ivanhoe desk features a cantilevered base with open display shelves. Available in American walnut or white oak and drawers are available upon request. The Lawson-Fenning Collec...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Oak

Pair of Mid-Century German Modern Fabric and Aluminum Chairs from Mauser
Pair of Mid-Century German Modern Fabric and Aluminum Chairs from Mauser

Pair of Mid-Century German Modern Fabric and Aluminum Chairs from Mauser

By Herbert Hirche, Mauser Werke

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

In the early 1950s, the Mauser-Libelle seating furniture, designed by Walter Papst, appeared on the market and became design icons of the post-war period. Furniture in the Mid-Centur...

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

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Lawson-Fenning Ivanhoe Desk with Pencil Drawer, Dark Walnut, Modern Writing Desk
Lawson-Fenning Ivanhoe Desk with Pencil Drawer, Dark Walnut, Modern Writing Desk

Lawson-Fenning Ivanhoe Desk with Pencil Drawer, Dark Walnut, Modern Writing Desk

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Ivanhoe Desk by Lawson-Fenning features a cantilevered base with open display shelves. Available in American walnut or white oak and drawers are available upon request. The Law...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Brass Desk Lamp, Cantilevered Design, USA, 20th Century
Mid-Century Brass Desk Lamp, Cantilevered Design, USA, 20th Century

Mid-Century Brass Desk Lamp, Cantilevered Design, USA, 20th Century

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century brushed brass desk lamp with a rectangular brass base anchoring a cantilevered lamp with a semicircular brass shade and adjustable swivel / height control circul...

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

Materials

Brass

1970s Chrome and Rosewood Desk
1970s Chrome and Rosewood Desk

1970s Chrome and Rosewood Desk

By J. Wade Beam

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Beautiful executive desk designed by J Wade Beam circa 1970. The rosewood top seems to float with a clean, geometric chrome base. Age-appropriate wear.A striking executive desk desig...

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

Materials

Chrome

Modernist lacquered wood executive desk
Modernist lacquered wood executive desk

Modernist lacquered wood executive desk

Located in New York, NY

Modernist lacquered wood five drawer executive desk and with cantilevered top.

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

Materials

Wood

Italian Mid-Century Modern Cantilevered Table / Desk Lamp, Attr. to Arredoluce
Italian Mid-Century Modern Cantilevered Table / Desk Lamp, Attr. to Arredoluce

Italian Mid-Century Modern Cantilevered Table / Desk Lamp, Attr. to Arredoluce

By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii

Located in New York, NY

An original, daring Italian Mid-Century Modern table lamp circa 1950 attributed to Arredoluce and Angelo Lelli.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Nickel, Metal

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Single Pedestal Desk by Widdicomb
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Single Pedestal Desk by Widdicomb

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Single Pedestal Desk by Widdicomb

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in Highland, IN

This desk by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb has a strong architectural quality and great minimalist design. The desktop cantilevers from the pedestal and is supported by a sing...

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

Materials

Wood

Osvaldo Borsani T96 Executive Desk for Tecno, Italy, 1956
Osvaldo Borsani T96 Executive Desk for Tecno, Italy, 1956

Osvaldo Borsani T96 Executive Desk for Tecno, Italy, 1956

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

The T96 is an executive desk that organises its architecture around two chromed pylons and a boomerang-shaped top, pushed out at each end into obtuse angles that open the desk toward...

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

Materials

Aluminum

Maurice Calka “Boomerang” Desk by Leleu Deshays, France - 1970s
Maurice Calka “Boomerang” Desk by Leleu Deshays, France - 1970s

Maurice Calka “Boomerang” Desk by Leleu Deshays, France - 1970s

By LeLeu Deshays, Maurice Calka

Located in Renens, CH

Designed by Maurice Calka (1921-1999) and produced by Leleu Deshay in only a very limited quantity, this Boomerang shaped desk represents a new technical application of fiberglass in...

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

Materials

Metal

Solid Maple Writing Table and Desk with Lacquered Shelves
Solid Maple Writing Table and Desk with Lacquered Shelves

Solid Maple Writing Table and Desk with Lacquered Shelves

By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home

Located in Greenwich, CT

Built in the style of mid-century modern. Legs stained light contrasting with dark stained top.

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple, Lacquer

Vintage Writing Desk with Green Laminate Top and Bookshelf Underneath
Vintage Writing Desk with Green Laminate Top and Bookshelf Underneath

Vintage Writing Desk with Green Laminate Top and Bookshelf Underneath

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Attractive vintage writing desk with green laminate top, pull out drawer with black handle (not original to the desk) and side stacked drawers. Blonde wood frame with black enameled ...

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

Materials

Laminate, Wood

Italian Table Desk Design I.S.A. Bergamo Style
Italian Table Desk Design I.S.A. Bergamo Style

Italian Table Desk Design I.S.A. Bergamo Style

By ISA Bergamo

Located in taranto, IT

Original 60s curved desk, probable production I.S.A. Bergamo. Structure in fir wood with veneers and top in beige formica, feet in metal structure with brass terminals. Front w...

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

Materials

Brass, Iron

Mid-century Office Chairs by Stol Kamnik Bauhause Style 1980s Set of 2
Mid-century Office Chairs by Stol Kamnik Bauhause Style 1980s Set of 2

Mid-century Office Chairs by Stol Kamnik Bauhause Style 1980s Set of 2

By Stol Kamnik

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

A pair of beautiful office chairs by Stol Kamnik were made in the mid-80s in Yugoslavia (designed by Mart Stam). Mart Stam is a famous Dutch architect and designer who worked in the ...

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

Materials

Metal

Custom Order Executive Desk and Wall Mounted Cabinet by Warren Platner for Knoll
Custom Order Executive Desk and Wall Mounted Cabinet by Warren Platner for Knoll

Custom Order Executive Desk and Wall Mounted Cabinet by Warren Platner for Knoll

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An inset leather top executive desk over cantilevered chrome plate steel legs with accompanying six (6) door leather wall mounted storage unit. ( 105" W 14.5" D 38" H' )  

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

Materials

Leather

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's)
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's)

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's)

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's) Base: Solid walnut with Shepard double-wheel casters Features: Tilt, swivel, and lock mechanism Design Details: Button-tufted leather...

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

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Sculptural Writing Desk att. to Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazilian Hardwood, 1950s
Sculptural Writing Desk att. to Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazilian Hardwood, 1950s

Sculptural Writing Desk att. to Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazilian Hardwood, 1950s

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in New York, NY

Attributed to Joaquim Tenreiro (1906–1992), this sculptural writing desk stands as an exceptional example of the designer’s refined vision for Brazilian modern furniture. Widely rega...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Cantilevered Chairs
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Cantilevered Chairs

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Cantilevered Chairs

By Harvey Probber

Located in Dallas, TX

Adorable pair of Harvey Probber occasional lounge chairs. Very comfortable chairs with chrome cantilevered frames upholstered in their original light tan color fabric. Can be used as...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Modernist Rosewood Desk by Ste. Marie and Laurent in Chrome Leather Top
Modernist Rosewood Desk by Ste. Marie and Laurent in Chrome Leather Top

Modernist Rosewood Desk by Ste. Marie and Laurent in Chrome Leather Top

By Ste. Marie and Laurent

Located in Buffalo, NY

Modernist Rosewood Vintage Desk by Ste. Marie and Laurent in Chrome and Leather Top This stunning Mid-Century Modern vintage desk by Ste.

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Vintage 1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Cognac Leather Cantilever Armchairs
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Cognac Leather Cantilever Armchairs

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Cognac Leather Cantilever Armchairs

Located in Austin, TX

A sleek pair of mid-century modern armchairs featuring tubular chrome frames and beautifully toned cognac leather upholstery.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

RH Oviedo Mid-Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair in Brown Leather
RH Oviedo Mid-Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair in Brown Leather

RH Oviedo Mid-Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair in Brown Leather

Located in Queens, NY

Mid-Century American swivel / desk armchair in channeled brown leather upholstery with a cantilevered chrome frame featuring height adjustment and belted leather support straps, rest...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair George Kovacs Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Travertine Desk or Table Lamps
Pair George Kovacs Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Travertine Desk or Table Lamps

Pair George Kovacs Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Travertine Desk or Table Lamps

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Beautiful pair of minimalist styled desk or table lamps manufactured by George Kovacs. These lamps have a cantilevered chrome body with quarter-round travertine stone accents. The la...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

French Midcentury Iron Dining Table / Desk, Cantilevered Glass Top, Saint Gobain
French Midcentury Iron Dining Table / Desk, Cantilevered Glass Top, Saint Gobain

French Midcentury Iron Dining Table / Desk, Cantilevered Glass Top, Saint Gobain

By Saint Gobain

Located in New York, NY

A Rare, Original French Mid-Century Modern Industrial Wrought Iron Dining table or Desk circa 1930.

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Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rare Milo Baughman for Kovacs Cantilever Chrome Desk / Table Lamp, Model 3085
Rare Milo Baughman for Kovacs Cantilever Chrome Desk / Table Lamp, Model 3085

Rare Milo Baughman for Kovacs Cantilever Chrome Desk / Table Lamp, Model 3085

By George Kovacs, Milo Baughman

Located in St. Louis, MO

An exceptionally rare Mid-Century Modern cantilevered chrome desk lamp designed by Milo Baughman for George Kovacs (Model 3085, circa 1976s).

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Gerald Abramovitz Best and Lloyd Aluminium Cantilever Desk Lamp model 41555 MK2
Gerald Abramovitz Best and Lloyd Aluminium Cantilever Desk Lamp model 41555 MK2

Gerald Abramovitz Best and Lloyd Aluminium Cantilever Desk Lamp model 41555 MK2

By Gerald Abramovitz, Best & Lloyd

Located in London, GB

Gerald Abramovitz Best and Lloyd Aluminium Cantilever Desk Lamp, Model 41555 MK2: An Icon of Modernist Lighting This Gerald Abramovitz Best and Lloyd Aluminium Cantilever Desk Lamp ...

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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Alwy Visschedyk Rare Brutalist Concrete Cantilevered Dining Table or Desk 1978
Alwy Visschedyk Rare Brutalist Concrete Cantilevered Dining Table or Desk 1978

Alwy Visschedyk Rare Brutalist Concrete Cantilevered Dining Table or Desk 1978

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Versatile piece that would look great in any style of decor, interior design like mid century modern, Italian modern, danish modern, postmodern, traditional, French to name a few.

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20th Century Dutch Brutalist Tables

Materials

Concrete, Cement

Pair of Seneca Chrome Cantilever Desk Lamps with Domed Shade, circa 1960s
Pair of Seneca Chrome Cantilever Desk Lamps with Domed Shade, circa 1960s

Pair of Seneca Chrome Cantilever Desk Lamps with Domed Shade, circa 1960s

By Federico Seneca

Located in Chicago, IL

Uncommon pair of chromed steel desk lamps by Seneca, Sweden. Cantilever dome shade and weighted base, circa 1960s, these are the only pair we have been able to find. We believe them ...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Modern Steelcase Chrome Tube Cantilever Base & Gray Faux Leather Chairs set of 4
Modern Steelcase Chrome Tube Cantilever Base & Gray Faux Leather Chairs set of 4

Modern Steelcase Chrome Tube Cantilever Base & Gray Faux Leather Chairs set of 4

By Steelcase

Located in Topeka, KS

We say these chairs are mostly modern, but they would definitely blend in beautifully with Art Deco, mid-century modern, Bauhaus, and other styles.

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Late 20th Century American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Woven Danish Cord Chair, Hardwood, Custom, Mid Century Modern Style, Dining
Woven Danish Cord Chair, Hardwood, Custom, Mid Century Modern Style, Dining

Woven Danish Cord Chair, Hardwood, Custom, Mid Century Modern Style, Dining

By Semigood Design

Located in Issaquah, WA

Mid-century inspired hardwood and woven Danish Cord Rian low back dining or office chair. The lead time provided is an estimate and may extend up to 12 months. If you require delive...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...

Materials

Cord, Hardwood

Bauhaus Black Leather and Chrome Cantilever Chair, Italy, 1960s
Bauhaus Black Leather and Chrome Cantilever Chair, Italy, 1960s

Bauhaus Black Leather and Chrome Cantilever Chair, Italy, 1960s

By Giandomenico Belotti

Located in Roma, IT

Elegant Bauhaus-style cantilever chair in chrome-plated metal and black leatherette. This stylish chair is attributed to Giandomenico Belotti and was produced in Italy during the 196...

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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Swedish Mid-Century Designer Pine Table Lamp, Scandinavian Modern, 1970s
Swedish Mid-Century Designer Pine Table Lamp, Scandinavian Modern, 1970s

Swedish Mid-Century Designer Pine Table Lamp, Scandinavian Modern, 1970s

By Solbackens Svarveri, Markslöjd

Located in Stockholm, SE

A charming and authentic example of mid-20th century Swedish craftsmanship. Details Origin: Sweden Period: 1970–1979 Materials: Bentwood, Pine, Fabric Style: Scandinavian Modern / M...

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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Adnet Style Saddle Stitched Leather Cantilevered Wall Console
Adnet Style Saddle Stitched Leather Cantilevered Wall Console

Adnet Style Saddle Stitched Leather Cantilevered Wall Console

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Hanover, MA

A wall console wrapped in saddle leather supported by two L shaped brackets with a top stitch detail in the manner of Jacques Adnet. One drawer with a piece of leather serving as the...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Leather

Pair of MR10 Cantilever Chairs by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe
Pair of MR10 Cantilever Chairs by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe

Pair of MR10 Cantilever Chairs by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Wheat Ridge, CO

The combination of gleaming chrome and natural materials makes these chairs equally at home in modern, Scandinavian, mid-century, or contemporary interiors.

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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Upholstered Cantilevered Armchair with Darkened Steel Frame by Milo Baughman
Upholstered Cantilevered Armchair with Darkened Steel Frame by Milo Baughman

Upholstered Cantilevered Armchair with Darkened Steel Frame by Milo Baughman

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in New York City, NY

Sleek metal armchair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Great as an accent or desk chair. 

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Italian Bauhaus Style Effezeta Cantilever Chromed Steel & Black Leather Armchair
Italian Bauhaus Style Effezeta Cantilever Chromed Steel & Black Leather Armchair

Italian Bauhaus Style Effezeta Cantilever Chromed Steel & Black Leather Armchair

Located in Secaucus, NJ

A versatile addition to your home will add subtle drama and sensuality to any modern, minimal, or mid-century modern setting. It can be used as a dining, guest, or desk chair.

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2010s Italian Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Jacques Adnet French Vintage Mid-century Office Chair, 1950s
Jacques Adnet French Vintage Mid-century Office Chair, 1950s

Jacques Adnet French Vintage Mid-century Office Chair, 1950s

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Paris, FR

This 1950s sculptural armchair by Jacques Adnet showcases his distinctive blend of modernist geometry and refined French craftsmanship. Recently restored in a soft yellow golden velv...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

German Art Deco Cantilever Armchair Tubular Steel Silver Black White, circa 1925
German Art Deco Cantilever Armchair Tubular Steel Silver Black White, circa 1925

German Art Deco Cantilever Armchair Tubular Steel Silver Black White, circa 1925

Located in Berlin, DE

This elegant and comfortable furniture can be also used as a desk chair. A unique piece which is a great eye-catcher for your antique, modern, space age or mid-century interior.

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Metal

High Back Chair, Woven Danish Cord, Walnut, Hardwood, Mid Century, Dining
High Back Chair, Woven Danish Cord, Walnut, Hardwood, Mid Century, Dining

High Back Chair, Woven Danish Cord, Walnut, Hardwood, Mid Century, Dining

By Semigood Design

Located in Issaquah, WA

Mid-century inspired hardwood and woven Danish Cord Rian high back dining or office chair. The lead time provided is an estimate and may extend up to 12 months. If you require deliv...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...

Materials

Cord, Hardwood

André Cordemeyer Desk Chair for Gispen, Green Wool, Netherlands, 1960s
André Cordemeyer Desk Chair for Gispen, Green Wool, Netherlands, 1960s

André Cordemeyer Desk Chair for Gispen, Green Wool, Netherlands, 1960s

By Gispen, A.R. Cordemeijer

Located in Dronten, NL

Elegant Dutch mid-century desk chair designed by André Cordemeyer for Gispen, distinguished by its sculptural profile, generous proportions, and beautifully understated construction....

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Italian Stilnovo Style Counterweight Desk Lamp, Liguria, 1950s
Italian Stilnovo Style Counterweight Desk Lamp, Liguria, 1950s

Italian Stilnovo Style Counterweight Desk Lamp, Liguria, 1950s

By Stilnovo

Located in London, GB

Italian Stilnovo Style Counterweight Desk Lamp, 1950s A striking mid-century Italian desk lamp in the manner of Stilnovo, dating to the 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Italian Walnut + Metal Console or Corner Desk, 1950s
Italian Walnut + Metal Console or Corner Desk, 1950s

Italian Walnut + Metal Console or Corner Desk, 1950s

Located in Chicago, IL

An Italian console or corner desk from the 1950s, defined by its asymmetrical profile. The walnut top is cut into a sharp, angular form, cantilevering lightly over a geometric base o...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Metal

OMI Polished Brass Adjustable Desk or Piano Lamp, 1970s Modernist Task Light
OMI Polished Brass Adjustable Desk or Piano Lamp, 1970s Modernist Task Light

OMI Polished Brass Adjustable Desk or Piano Lamp, 1970s Modernist Task Light

By Koch & Lowy, OMI, Cedric Hartman

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Executed in richly polished brass, the lamp reflects the restrained luxury associated with high-end American modern lighting of the era. The clean tubular construction and cantilever...

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

Materials

Brass

1960s Adjustable Desk Lamp with Aluminum Shade and Chrome Arm
1960s Adjustable Desk Lamp with Aluminum Shade and Chrome Arm

1960s Adjustable Desk Lamp with Aluminum Shade and Chrome Arm

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Adjustable Aluminum Shade desk lamp with Black enameled Base & Arm. Featuring an Aluminum Shade with ball socket, cantilevered Chrome arm and column, Black enamel handle and circ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Metal, Enamel

Pair of Koch and Lowy Table or Desk Lamps Chrome
Pair of Koch and Lowy Table or Desk Lamps Chrome

Pair of Koch and Lowy Table or Desk Lamps Chrome

By Koch & Lowy

Located in Kansas City, MO

Pair of table or desk lamps in chrome by Koch and Lowy. Made with a very heavy weighted chromed steel base allowing the lamps to cantilever out 26 inches. Lamp heads are totally adju...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Chrome

Art Deco Dewoitine Wooden Counters Desk Model Airplane 1930s French
Art Deco Dewoitine Wooden Counters Desk Model Airplane 1930s French

Art Deco Dewoitine Wooden Counters Desk Model Airplane 1930s French

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

In 1904 the first Jansen branch outside Paris was established in Buenos Aires, as the Argentinean clientele demanded a large amount of furniture, from the end of the 19th century to ...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Aviation Objects

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Marble, Brass

Tapio Wirkkala for Idman Rare Desk Lamp in Brass and Glass
Tapio Wirkkala for Idman Rare Desk Lamp in Brass and Glass

Tapio Wirkkala for Idman Rare Desk Lamp in Brass and Glass

By David Weidman, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Biography One of Finland's leading designers was Tapio Wirkkala (1915-1985) who made a great contribution to Scandinavian mid-century modern design of the 20th century. Born and rai...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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Cantilevered Teak Executive Desk by Warren Platner, 'USA'
Cantilevered Teak Executive Desk by Warren Platner, 'USA'

Cantilevered Teak Executive Desk by Warren Platner, 'USA'

Located in Denver, CO

Custom, balanced design by Warren Platner for Lehigh-Leopold (USA). 1983 production stamp. Note: the recent price reduction is for a very limited time window This stunning, original...

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

Materials

Stainless Steel

De Wit Desk Chair
De Wit Desk Chair

De Wit Desk Chair

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H 36.23 in W 23.23 in D 24.41 in

De Wit Desk Chair

By Gebroeders De Wit

Located in London, GB

De Wit desk chair with chrome cantilevered frame and ebonized armrests. Newly upholstered in charcoal wool felt.

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

Materials

Chrome

Onix desk with matching chair by Vittorio Parigi & Nani Prina
Onix desk with matching chair by Vittorio Parigi & Nani Prina

Onix desk with matching chair by Vittorio Parigi & Nani Prina

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H 32.68 in W 40.95 in D 25.2 in

Onix desk with matching chair by Vittorio Parigi & Nani Prina

By Vittorio Parigi and Nani Prina, Molteni & C

Located in Kleinburg, ON

Red 1970s Orix desk by Vittorio Parigi & Nani Prina for Molteni & C. From the Molteni Museum website: “You write on it and I read at it, but she looks at her reflection in it, ano...

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

Materials

Chrome

Marzio Cecchi Rare Diapason Stainless Steel desk for Studio Most, 1968
Marzio Cecchi Rare Diapason Stainless Steel desk for Studio Most, 1968

Marzio Cecchi Rare Diapason Stainless Steel desk for Studio Most, 1968

Located in Brooklyn, NY

DIAPASON DESK MARZIO CECCHI FOR STUDIO MOST C.1968 1 of 40 made - The Diapason desk by Marzio Cecchi for Studio Most. This sculptural piece is constructed out of solid stainless ste...

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

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cini Boeri for Gavina Polished Steel and Glass Lunario Table/Desk
Cini Boeri for Gavina Polished Steel and Glass Lunario Table/Desk

Cini Boeri for Gavina Polished Steel and Glass Lunario Table/Desk

By Cini Boeri

Located in Portland, OR

An amazing table with an impossible-seeming cantilevered glass surface and inset steel cap. Polished steel rounded weighted base. Suitable for dining table or desk use. Glass is orig...

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

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Steel

Chrome Desk Chair by Brueton in Woven Tropical Leaves, c. 1970's
Chrome Desk Chair by Brueton in Woven Tropical Leaves, c. 1970's

Chrome Desk Chair by Brueton in Woven Tropical Leaves, c. 1970's

By Brueton

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Mid-Century Modern desk chair or side chair with cantilevered steel frame in chrome.

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

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Michele Charron Rosewood and Aluminium Table
Michele Charron Rosewood and Aluminium Table

Michele Charron Rosewood and Aluminium Table

Unavailable

H 28.35 in W 79.14 in D 43.31 in

Michele Charron Rosewood and Aluminium Table

By Atelier Charron

Located in Grenoble, FR

Michele Charron rosewood and aluminium table, circa 1960 Solid cast aluminium cantilevered base with oval rosewood top. Marked Charron Paris, France.

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

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Brno Style Armchair in Bronzed Steel
Vintage Brno Style Armchair in Bronzed Steel

Vintage Brno Style Armchair in Bronzed Steel

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H 30 in W 22 in D 26 in

Vintage Brno Style Armchair in Bronzed Steel

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Patrician, Milo Baughman

Located in Princeton, NJ

Store closing-- last day is 7/31. Offers welcome! Mid-Century flat bar cantilevered chair in bronze-plated steel. Made by Patrician Furniture Company and signed with tag to underside...

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

Materials

Steel, Bronze

Midcentury Allsteel "Floating" Paper Tray, Refinished in Pink
Midcentury Allsteel "Floating" Paper Tray, Refinished in Pink

Midcentury Allsteel "Floating" Paper Tray, Refinished in Pink

By Allsteel

Located in Alhambra, CA

1960s Allsteel paper tray refinished in "Shocking Pink" (RAL4003). This tray is special for it cantilevered design, giving it the appearance that it is floating above your desk. Stam...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Aluminum

De Sede RH304 Chairs Designed by Trix Robert Hausmann, Switzerland, 1960's
De Sede RH304 Chairs Designed by Trix Robert Hausmann, Switzerland, 1960's

De Sede RH304 Chairs Designed by Trix Robert Hausmann, Switzerland, 1960's

By Trix and Robert Haussmann

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you this set of two RH-304 chairs designed by Robert Haussmann and manufactured in Switzerland by de Sede during the 1960s. The set is upholstered in bro...

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

Materials

Chrome

De Sede RH304 Chairs Designed by Trix Robert Hausmann, Switzerland, 1960's
De Sede RH304 Chairs Designed by Trix Robert Hausmann, Switzerland, 1960's

De Sede RH304 Chairs Designed by Trix Robert Hausmann, Switzerland, 1960's

By Trix and Robert Haussmann

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you this set of two RH-304 chairs designed by Robert Haussmann and manufactured in Switzerland by de Sede during the 1960s. The set is upholstered in bro...

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

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Desk Chair with Woven Upholstery, c. 1970's
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Desk Chair with Woven Upholstery, c. 1970's

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Desk Chair with Woven Upholstery, c. 1970's

By Rogers & Goffigon, Milo Baughman

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Mid-Century Modern desk chair or side chair with chromed cantilevered frame in the style of Milo Baughman.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Four 1970s Gastone Rinaldi Cantilever Chairs
Set of Four 1970s Gastone Rinaldi Cantilever Chairs

Set of Four 1970s Gastone Rinaldi Cantilever Chairs

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H 29.53 in W 21.66 in D 22.05 in

Set of Four 1970s Gastone Rinaldi Cantilever Chairs

By Gastone Rinaldi

Located in Porto, PT

1970s Italian Gastone Rinaldi Cantilever tubular chrome armchairs with upholstered arm pads, some pitting to chrome. Search terms: Jerry Johnson style chairs, vintage 1970s chrome ch...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Rare Marzio Cecchi Stainless Steel Desk/Console
Rare Marzio Cecchi Stainless Steel Desk/Console

Rare Marzio Cecchi Stainless Steel Desk/Console

Unavailable

H 29 in W 73 in D 23 in

Rare Marzio Cecchi Stainless Steel Desk/Console

By Marzio Cecchi

Located in Hollywood, FL

The stainless cantilevered tapering top with curved edge and circular cutout base- an exceptional quality piece- only 40 of these were produced.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Midcentury Woven Rattan and Leather Occasional Chair
Midcentury Woven Rattan and Leather Occasional Chair

Midcentury Woven Rattan and Leather Occasional Chair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Striking midcentury cantilever woven rattan and leather occasional chair, circa 1960s-1970s. This stunning sculptural tubular chrome framed side chair can also be versatilely used as...

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Vintage 1960s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Executive Cantilever Desk & Credenza Walnut Brass Myrtle Desk
Mid-Century Modern Executive Cantilever Desk & Credenza Walnut Brass Myrtle Desk

Mid-Century Modern Executive Cantilever Desk & Credenza Walnut Brass Myrtle Desk

By Myrtle Desk Co.

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is an incredible, executive cantilever desk and cabinet credenza set, made by Myrtle Desk, both with brass accents, circa 1960s. Walnut body of the desk is an ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

Mid-Century Walnut Cantilever Desk
Mid-Century Walnut Cantilever Desk

Mid-Century Walnut Cantilever Desk

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H 29 in W 72 in D 36 in

Mid-Century Walnut Cantilever Desk

By Milo Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

Walnut desk with chrome frame. Fully restored/refinished. Circa 1960's.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Cantilever Desk, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Cantilever Desk, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Cantilever Desk, 1950s

By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a rare sturdy and stunning, Cantilever walnut desk, with four, utilitarian compartment drawers. This unique legged desk was designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbin...

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

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Walnut

Georg Petersens Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Cantilever Writing Desk
Georg Petersens Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Cantilever Writing Desk

Georg Petersens Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Cantilever Writing Desk

Located in Stamford, CT

A Georg Petersens Danish Modern Rosewood Cantilever writing desk recently Polished. Long double drawer cabinet with open center compartment rests on double pedestal base with exten...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Cantilevered Modern Desk Refinished
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Cantilevered Modern Desk Refinished

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Cantilevered Modern Desk Refinished

By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Atlanta, GA

Clean lined cantilevered modern desk, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950s. This desk is currently being refinished and can be completed in your ch...

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

Materials

Metal

Georg Petersens Cantilever Desk
Georg Petersens Cantilever Desk

Georg Petersens Cantilever Desk

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H 28 in W 45.5 in D 21.5 in

Georg Petersens Cantilever Desk

By Georg Petersens, Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik

Located in New York, NY

Danish Modern Cantilever Desk by Georg Petersens Molbelfabrik . Georg Petersens Cantilever desk in teak. The desk sits on two cantilever style legs with a slim case housing three d...

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

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Teak

Stainless Steel Cantilevered Desk
Stainless Steel Cantilevered Desk

Stainless Steel Cantilevered Desk

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H 29 in W 62 in D 30 in

Stainless Steel Cantilevered Desk

Located in New York, NY

Stainless steel desk with cantilevered glass top. View our complete collection at www.johnsalibello.com

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

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rosewood Cantilevered Prouve Style Desk
Rosewood Cantilevered Prouve Style Desk

Rosewood Cantilevered Prouve Style Desk

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H 28.75 in W 55.25 in D 27.75 in

Rosewood Cantilevered Prouve Style Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Refinished Streamline Rosewood Desk with 3 Drawers. Cantilevered Top over Prouve Style Base

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

Materials

Rosewood

Italian Mid Century Modern Desk Chair
Italian Mid Century Modern Desk Chair

Italian Mid Century Modern Desk Chair

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H 33 in W 18 in D 24 in

Italian Mid Century Modern Desk Chair

Located in Atlanta, GA

Mid Century Modern office chair with comfortable original upholstered seat and back cantilevered over a chrome base. Made in Italy.

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

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Prouve Style Writing Desk
Mid-Century Prouve Style Writing Desk

Mid-Century Prouve Style Writing Desk

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H 31.25 in W 23.75 in D 47.375 in

Mid-Century Prouve Style Writing Desk

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-century desk with floating wooden drawers and grey enameled metal Prouve-style compass legs. The wood drawers have cantilevered front and the top is a wood printed Formica. In or...

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

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Metal

Danish Modern Cantilever Floating Desk by Georg Petersens
Danish Modern Cantilever Floating Desk by Georg Petersens

Danish Modern Cantilever Floating Desk by Georg Petersens

By Georg Petersens, Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant cantilever desk designed by Georg Petersens for Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik in Denmark, circa 1960s. This unique design features a sturdy desk top that is complemented by thr...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Cantilevered Credenza by Myrtle Desk Co.
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Cantilevered Credenza by Myrtle Desk Co.

Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Cantilevered Credenza by Myrtle Desk Co.

By Myrtle Desk Co.

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This marvelous vintage cantilevered credenza by Myrtle Desk Co., crafted in the United States in the 1970s, is a remarkable example of mid-century modern architectural design.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Cantilever Floating Teak Desk by Georg Petersens
Danish Modern Cantilever Floating Teak Desk by Georg Petersens

Danish Modern Cantilever Floating Teak Desk by Georg Petersens

By Georg Petersens, Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant cantilever desk designed by Georg Petersens for Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik in Denmark, circa 1960s. This unique design features a sturdy desk top that is complemented by thr...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

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Cantilever Desk Mid Century Modern For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the cantilever desk mid century modern you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, wood and chrome, every cantilever desk mid century modern was constructed with great care. Find 231 options for an antique or vintage cantilever desk mid century modern now, or shop our selection of 15 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a cantilever desk mid century modern — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A cantilever desk mid century modern made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made cantilever desk mid century modern over the years, but those crafted by Knoll, Milo Baughman and Lawson-Fenning are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Cantilever Desk Mid Century Modern?

A cantilever desk mid century modern can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,579, while the lowest priced sells for $75 and the highest can go for as much as $300,000.

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

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 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.