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Oak Art Deco Modernist Writing Table by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1924
By H.Pander & Zonen, Hendrik Wouda
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Modernist writing table. Design by Hendrik Wouda for H. Pander
Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Oak Art Deco Modernist Writing Table by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1924
Oak Art Deco Modernist Writing Table by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1924

Oak Art Deco Modernist Writing Table by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1924

H 33.67 in W 55.91 in D 21.66 in
Oak Art Deco Modernist Writing Table or Dining Table by Architect Caspers, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Modernist writing table or dining room table. Design by
Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Oak Art Deco Modernist Writing Table or Dining Table by Architect Caspers, 1920s
Oak Art Deco Modernist Writing Table or Dining Table by Architect Caspers, 1920s

Oak Art Deco Modernist Writing Table or Dining Table by Architect Caspers, 1920s

H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 35.44 in
Small Modernist Writing Table, Chromed Steel, Veneered/ Lacquered Wood, Bespoke
Located in Berlin, DE
Small modernist writing table made of chrome plated tubular steel, stained/ veneered/ lacquered
Category

2010s German Bauhaus Desks

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Small Modernist Writing Table, Chromed Steel, Veneered/ Lacquered Wood, Bespoke
Small Modernist Writing Table, Chromed Steel, Veneered/ Lacquered Wood, Bespoke

Small Modernist Writing Table, Chromed Steel, Veneered/ Lacquered Wood, Bespoke

H 30.32 in W 23.63 in D 14.97 in
Modernist Writing Desk
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A writing desk finely crafted in solid teak having a floating bank of drawers and turned dowel legs.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Modernist Writing Desk
Modernist Writing Desk

Modernist Writing Desk

H 28.25 in W 63 in D 31.5 in
Two Modernist art deco writing tables circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Two Modernist art deco writing tables circa 1930
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Two Modernist art deco writing tables circa 1930
Two Modernist art deco writing tables circa 1930

Two Modernist art deco writing tables circa 1930

H 30.32 in W 66.93 in D 33.47 in
Modernist Italien writing desk with drawers and light blue Formica table top.
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Rare modernist desk with mahogany veneer and light blue Formica table top. The three drawers are
Category

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

Materials

Formica, Wood

Modernist Italien writing desk with drawers and light blue Formica table top.
Modernist Italien writing desk with drawers and light blue Formica table top.

Modernist Italien writing desk with drawers and light blue Formica table top.

H 30.71 in W 68.9 in D 35.44 in
Oak Art Deco Modernist Desk or Writing Table by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1920s
By H.Pander & Zonen, Hendrik Wouda
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Modernist desk or writing table. Design by Hendrik Wouda for H
Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Oak Art Deco Modernist Desk or Writing Table by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1920s
Oak Art Deco Modernist Desk or Writing Table by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1920s

Oak Art Deco Modernist Desk or Writing Table by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1920s

H 30.52 in W 53.15 in D 27.56 in
Modernist Table or Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modernist table or desk. Original condition. Located in NY.
Category

Vintage 1930s French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Modernist Table or Desk
Modernist Table or Desk

Modernist Table or Desk

H 28.5 in W 31 in D 15.5 in
Mid Century Modern Brass Legs and Base Walnut Kneehole Writing Desk Modernist
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern brass legs and base walnut kneehole writing desk modernist. Item features unique
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Brass Legs and Base Walnut Kneehole Writing Desk Modernist
Mid Century Modern Brass Legs and Base Walnut Kneehole Writing Desk Modernist

Mid Century Modern Brass Legs and Base Walnut Kneehole Writing Desk Modernist

H 30 in W 53 in D 18 in
1970s Modernist Table by Knoll
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rectangular stainless steel framed dining table/ desk with a white marble top. Two tables could
Category

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

Materials

Marble, Chrome, Steel

1970s Modernist Table by Knoll
1970s Modernist Table by Knoll

1970s Modernist Table by Knoll

H 28 in W 60 in D 42 in
Rare Modernist Writing Desk by Jos De Mey for Van Den Berghe-Pauvers, 1960s
By Jos De Mey, Van den Berghe-Pauvers 1
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Fantastic writing desk from the ‘Abtracta’ series designed by Jos De Mey and produced in Belgium by
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Rare Modernist Writing Desk by Jos De Mey for Van Den Berghe-Pauvers, 1960s
Rare Modernist Writing Desk by Jos De Mey for Van Den Berghe-Pauvers, 1960s

Rare Modernist Writing Desk by Jos De Mey for Van Den Berghe-Pauvers, 1960s

H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 59.06 in
Handcrafted Modernist Desk Table English Oak
Located in London, GB
A sleek handmade English modernist desk or writing table. Constructed with a traditional 3 wide
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Handcrafted Modernist Desk Table English Oak
Handcrafted Modernist Desk Table English Oak

Handcrafted Modernist Desk Table English Oak

H 28.35 in W 55.12 in D 31.5 in
Ico Parisi Rectangular Midcentury Italian Writing Table Desk, 1950
By Ico Parisi
Located in Rome, IT
Charming desk from the characteristic Italian style of Ico Parisi. The table has a very clean line
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Ico Parisi Rectangular Midcentury Italian Writing Table Desk, 1950
Ico Parisi Rectangular Midcentury Italian Writing Table Desk, 1950

Ico Parisi Rectangular Midcentury Italian Writing Table Desk, 1950

H 30.32 in W 39.77 in D 19.69 in
Continuous Writing Table - Hand applied wood veneer, leather & travertine
By Atelier FM
Located in New York, NY
leathers and muted stones in a geometric structure of elegant harmony. Atelier FM's Writing Table here
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Travertine

Continuous Writing Table - Hand applied wood veneer, leather & travertine
Continuous Writing Table - Hand applied wood veneer, leather & travertine

Continuous Writing Table - Hand applied wood veneer, leather & travertine

H 30 in W 60 in D 32 in
Fratelli Proserpio Writing Table Teak Desk by, Italy, Mid-Century
By Fratelli Prosperio
Located in Vienna, AT
Teak rollup secretary desk by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy 1960's. Modernist compact writing desk
Category

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

Materials

Teak, Hardwood

Fratelli Proserpio Writing Table Teak Desk by, Italy, Mid-Century
Fratelli Proserpio Writing Table Teak Desk by, Italy, Mid-Century

Fratelli Proserpio Writing Table Teak Desk by, Italy, Mid-Century

H 35.43 in W 34.64 in D 21.65 in
French Art Deco Oak and Steel Writing Table Desk, France, circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
A highly unique French Art Deco writing table /desk with stunning geometric form. The rectangular
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

French Art Deco Oak and Steel Writing Table Desk, France, circa 1930
French Art Deco Oak and Steel Writing Table Desk, France, circa 1930

French Art Deco Oak and Steel Writing Table Desk, France, circa 1930

H 32 in W 59.25 in D 31.75 in
20th Century French Art Deco large Oak Vintage Office Desk / Writing Table
Located in New York City, NY
enjoy its unique aesthetic in any setting you choose; ex: Hollywood Regency, French Modern, Modernist
Category

20th Century French Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

20th Century French Art Deco large Oak Vintage Office Desk / Writing Table
20th Century French Art Deco large Oak Vintage Office Desk / Writing Table

20th Century French Art Deco large Oak Vintage Office Desk / Writing Table

H 30.75 in W 59.25 in D 33 in
small modernist desk
By Jacques Hitier
Located in TARBES, FR
Small modernist style desk in wood and steel, tubular leg and brass wrist, some signs of wear and
Category

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

Materials

Metal

small modernist desk
small modernist desk

small modernist desk

H 29.53 in W 40.16 in D 23.63 in
Rare Modernist Glass Table in the Manner of Danny Lane
By Danny Lane
Located in Forney, TX
A spectacular, Modern sculptured glass table, from the last quarter of the 20th century, in the
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass

Rare Modernist Glass Table in the Manner of Danny Lane
Rare Modernist Glass Table in the Manner of Danny Lane

Rare Modernist Glass Table in the Manner of Danny Lane

H 29 in W 49 in D 29.5 in
Bespoke Modernist Tubular Steel Table in Chromed Metal and Glossy Lacquered Wood
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Bespoke modernist tubular writing table made of chrome plated tubular steel and lacquered wood.
Category

2010s German Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Bespoke Modernist Tubular Steel Table in Chromed Metal and Glossy Lacquered Wood
Bespoke Modernist Tubular Steel Table in Chromed Metal and Glossy Lacquered Wood

Bespoke Modernist Tubular Steel Table in Chromed Metal and Glossy Lacquered Wood

H 29.93 in W 43.31 in D 25.6 in
Post modernist desk, 1980s
By Massimo and Lella Vignelli
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Desk from the 80s in France - Red laminate box with 3 drawers on the left - Black lacquered pyramid on the right - Rectangular glass top In the manner of Kono model from Lella and Ma...
Category

Late 20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Laminate

Post modernist desk, 1980s
Post modernist desk, 1980s

Post modernist desk, 1980s

H 38.59 in W 80.71 in D 23.63 in
Modernist lacquered wood executive desk
Located in New York, NY
Modernist lacquered wood five drawer executive desk and with cantilevered top.
Category

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

Materials

Wood

Modernist lacquered wood executive desk
Modernist lacquered wood executive desk

Modernist lacquered wood executive desk

H 31.25 in W 63 in D 29 in
Warren Platner Writing Desk with Black Leather Top
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, writing desk, leather, metal, oak, United States, design 1973 This heavy
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Warren Platner Writing Desk with Black Leather Top
Warren Platner Writing Desk with Black Leather Top

Warren Platner Writing Desk with Black Leather Top

H 29.53 in W 55.12 in D 35.44 in
Jacques Adnet writing desk made in France 1950
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
of materials that creates a unique combination. Jacques Adnet (1900-1984) was a French modernist
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Jacques Adnet writing desk made in France 1950
Jacques Adnet writing desk made in France 1950

Jacques Adnet writing desk made in France 1950

H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 21.66 in
A Mid-Century Writing Desk Attributed to Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A Mid-Century writing desk. Mahogany and beech wood with three draws and lift up hinged top
Category

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

Materials

Mahogany

A Mid-Century Writing Desk Attributed to Gio Ponti
A Mid-Century Writing Desk Attributed to Gio Ponti

A Mid-Century Writing Desk Attributed to Gio Ponti

H 30.71 in W 47.25 in D 27.17 in
Dutch Art Deco Modernist desk, Netherlands, 1920s
By Tijsseling
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A modestly sized modernist writing desk with an assymetrical design, giving it a Haagse School
Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Dutch Art Deco Modernist desk, Netherlands, 1920s
Dutch Art Deco Modernist desk, Netherlands, 1920s

Dutch Art Deco Modernist desk, Netherlands, 1920s

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H 33.08 in W 39.38 in D 22.05 in
Modernist desk by Etienne Fermigier, France, 1970s
By Etienne Fermigier
Located in Lyon, FR
Beautiful modernist desk by Etienne Fermigier, produced by JFR, made in France in the 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Modernist desk by Etienne Fermigier, France, 1970s
Modernist desk by Etienne Fermigier, France, 1970s

Modernist desk by Etienne Fermigier, France, 1970s

H 28.75 in W 47.25 in D 28.35 in
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezak, Beech, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Dimensions of the table: Height: 74 cm (29.1 in) Width: 145 cm (57.1 in) Depth: 72 cm (28.3 in
Category

Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezak, Beech, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezak, Beech, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezak, Beech, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

H 29.14 in W 57.09 in D 28.35 in
Warren Platner for Knoll Writing Desk in Cherry and Black Leather
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, 1970s. This writing table with two drawers and an extendable panel was designed by Warren Platner for
Category

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Warren Platner for Knoll Writing Desk in Cherry and Black Leather
Warren Platner for Knoll Writing Desk in Cherry and Black Leather

Warren Platner for Knoll Writing Desk in Cherry and Black Leather

H 29.53 in W 90.56 in D 42.92 in
Large Oak & Class Modernist Desk, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
A large modernist desk in oak with a very interesting top comprised of a glass-covered lattice
Category

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

Materials

Glass, Oak

Large Oak & Class Modernist Desk, France 1950's
Large Oak & Class Modernist Desk, France 1950's

Large Oak & Class Modernist Desk, France 1950's

H 30 in W 75 in D 36 in
Modernist Desk By Luigi Bartolini - Teak - Ca 1960
By Bartolini
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Modernist office by Luigi Bartolini. Crafted in teak, this desk is composed of a beautiful teak
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Modernist Desk By Luigi Bartolini - Teak - Ca 1960
Modernist Desk By Luigi Bartolini - Teak - Ca 1960

Modernist Desk By Luigi Bartolini - Teak - Ca 1960

H 29.14 in W 47.25 in D 29.53 in
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by André Lurcat, Walnut, New Polish, Czech, 1930s
By André Lurcat
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk Catalog model: PS 8 Material: Walnut, Chrome-plated Steel Source
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by André Lurcat, Walnut, New Polish, Czech, 1930s
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by André Lurcat, Walnut, New Polish, Czech, 1930s

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by André Lurcat, Walnut, New Polish, Czech, 1930s

H 31.5 in W 59.06 in D 28.35 in
Modernist Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A boldly angled modernist single pedestal desk having a distinctive raised gallery with sliding
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Modernist Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel
Modernist Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel

Modernist Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel

H 35.5 in W 54 in D 33 in
Unusual Modernist Childs Desk Attributed to Friso Kramer
By Friso Kramer, Jean Prouvé
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual modernist Childs desk attributed to Friso Kramer, amazing design reminescent of French
Category

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

Materials

Steel

Unusual Modernist Childs Desk Attributed to Friso Kramer
Unusual Modernist Childs Desk Attributed to Friso Kramer

Unusual Modernist Childs Desk Attributed to Friso Kramer

H 30 in W 25 in D 33 in
Ligne Roset Hyannis Port Writing Desk & File Cabinet design by Eric Jourdin
By Eric Jourdan, Ligne Roset
Located in Southampton, NJ
modernist furniture. He studied at both the Ecole des Beaux Arts de Saint Etienne; Ecole Nationale
Category

2010s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Ligne Roset Hyannis Port Writing Desk & File Cabinet design by Eric Jourdin
Ligne Roset Hyannis Port Writing Desk & File Cabinet design by Eric Jourdin

Ligne Roset Hyannis Port Writing Desk & File Cabinet design by Eric Jourdin

H 29.5 in W 63 in D 27.5 in
Modernist Desk by Frits Spanjaard, Wouda Inspired, Netherlands, 1930s
By Hendrik Wouda, Frits Spanjaard
Located in Antwerp, BE
Modernist Desk; Frits Spanjaard; The Netherlands; Holland; circa 1930; Hendirk Wouda; Pander
Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Fruitwood

Modernist Desk by Frits Spanjaard, Wouda Inspired, Netherlands, 1930s
Modernist Desk by Frits Spanjaard, Wouda Inspired, Netherlands, 1930s

Modernist Desk by Frits Spanjaard, Wouda Inspired, Netherlands, 1930s

H 32.29 in W 56.3 in D 27.56 in
Modernist "Omnibus" Desk in Maple and Thuja Wood
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Architect Piero Portaluppi created the “omnibus” desk for his home, solving a practical issue with an invention of great usefulness: give the possibility to those who write to have p...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple

Modernist "Omnibus" Desk in Maple and Thuja Wood
Modernist "Omnibus" Desk in Maple and Thuja Wood

Modernist "Omnibus" Desk in Maple and Thuja Wood

H 31.5 in W 47.25 in D 72.84 in
Modernist Teak Rollup Secretary Desk by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy, 1960s
By F.P. Fratelli Proserpio 1
Located in Chicago, IL
Modernist Italian 1960s teak compact rollup secretary desk by Fratelli Proserpio. Writing surface
Category

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

Materials

Teak

Modernist Teak Rollup Secretary Desk by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy, 1960s
Modernist Teak Rollup Secretary Desk by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy, 1960s

Modernist Teak Rollup Secretary Desk by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy, 1960s

H 36 in W 36 in D 21 in
1950's Mid-Century Modernist Floating Top Curved Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Stylize your room with this impressive writing desk. This unusual desk takes its inspiration from
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

1950's Mid-Century Modernist Floating Top Curved Desk
1950's Mid-Century Modernist Floating Top Curved Desk

1950's Mid-Century Modernist Floating Top Curved Desk

H 29.5 in W 60 in D 24 in
1930's Modernist Desk by Jindrich Halabala for UP Brno
By Up Závody, Jindrich Halabala
Located in Brno, CZ
An original Modernist desk from the 1930s. This piece has a dignified design with stylish
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Beech, Walnut

1930's Modernist Desk by Jindrich Halabala for UP Brno
1930's Modernist Desk by Jindrich Halabala for UP Brno

1930's Modernist Desk by Jindrich Halabala for UP Brno

H 29.93 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in
Luigi Olivieri , rare modernist desk in walnut and blond maple
By Luigi Olivieri
Located in Milano, IT
COD-2136 Luigi Olivieri Rare modernist desk in walnut and blond maple with ground glass top and
Category

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

Materials

Maple

Luigi Olivieri , rare modernist desk in walnut and blond maple
Luigi Olivieri , rare modernist desk in walnut and blond maple

Luigi Olivieri , rare modernist desk in walnut and blond maple

H 31.5 in W 48.43 in D 33.47 in
Modernist Desk in Solid Wood 40s / 50s Bauhaus Style Vintage
Located in Lyon, FR
French desk from the 40s / 50s in modernist Bauhaus style. Structure of the desk in veneered and
Category

Vintage 1940s French Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Modernist Desk in Solid Wood 40s / 50s Bauhaus Style Vintage
Modernist Desk in Solid Wood 40s / 50s Bauhaus Style Vintage

Modernist Desk in Solid Wood 40s / 50s Bauhaus Style Vintage

H 29.14 in W 35.44 in D 52.76 in
Early George Nelson Desk / Return, Child's Desk, Modernist, Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early George Nelson desk / return, child's desk, Modernist, Herman Miller, Retains original Herman
Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Early George Nelson Desk / Return, Child's Desk, Modernist, Herman Miller
Early George Nelson Desk / Return, Child's Desk, Modernist, Herman Miller

Early George Nelson Desk / Return, Child's Desk, Modernist, Herman Miller

H 26.5 in W 34.5 in D 16 in
French Modernist Cerused Oak and Lacquered Skin Pedestal Desk ca. 1950s
Located in Shippensburg, PA
MODERNIST WAXED AND CERUSED OAK DESK WITH LACQUERED SKIN WRITING SURFACE Probably French, circa
Category

20th Century European Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

French Modernist Cerused Oak and Lacquered Skin Pedestal Desk ca. 1950s
French Modernist Cerused Oak and Lacquered Skin Pedestal Desk ca. 1950s

French Modernist Cerused Oak and Lacquered Skin Pedestal Desk ca. 1950s

H 29.13 in W 65.75 in D 29.88 in
Modernist Architectural Walnut Desk designed by Merton Gershun for Dillingham
By Merton Gershun, Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Merton Gershun was an American furniture designer of the early 20th century, known for designing some of the earliest modern furniture lines available in the U.S. and striving to bri...
Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Modernist Architectural Walnut Desk designed by Merton Gershun for Dillingham
Modernist Architectural Walnut Desk designed by Merton Gershun for Dillingham

Modernist Architectural Walnut Desk designed by Merton Gershun for Dillingham

H 29.75 in W 48 in D 22.75 in
Modernist Steel and Glass Desk, French Early-Mid 20th Century
By Le Corbusier
Located in London, GB
A sculptural statement desk in patinated black enamelled steel, with new floating frosted glass top. Le Corbusier-esque in it’S Form - a nod to both modernism and industrialism. Fren...
Category

Early 20th Century French Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Modernist Steel and Glass Desk, French Early-Mid 20th Century
Modernist Steel and Glass Desk, French Early-Mid 20th Century

Modernist Steel and Glass Desk, French Early-Mid 20th Century

H 30.32 in W 51.19 in D 21.86 in
Rare Paul Frankl Skyscraper Desk / Bench, Art Deco, Modernist, Cubist
By Paul Frankl
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning and rare bookcase desk and cork top seat designed and manufactured by Paul Frankl, I believe this was a transitional piece designed and built in the mid 1930s, stunning desi...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Rare Paul Frankl Skyscraper Desk / Bench, Art Deco, Modernist, Cubist
Rare Paul Frankl Skyscraper Desk / Bench, Art Deco, Modernist, Cubist

Rare Paul Frankl Skyscraper Desk / Bench, Art Deco, Modernist, Cubist

H 29 in W 41 in D 22 in
Modernist Blackened Oak Desk Attributed to Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann, France, 1932
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Brussels, BE
Elegant modernist ash and oak desk, one drawer with a bronze knob. Faceted cut-off feet. This
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Modernist Blackened Oak Desk Attributed to Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann, France, 1932
Modernist Blackened Oak Desk Attributed to Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann, France, 1932

Modernist Blackened Oak Desk Attributed to Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann, France, 1932

H 30.32 in W 38.98 in D 23.63 in
Oak Art Deco Modernist Partner Desk by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1924
By Hendrik Wouda, H.Pander & Zonen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Modernist partner desk. Design by Hendrik Wouda for H. Pander
Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Oak Art Deco Modernist Partner Desk by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1924
Oak Art Deco Modernist Partner Desk by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1924

Oak Art Deco Modernist Partner Desk by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1924

H 29.93 in W 63 in D 39.18 in
Early production Florence Knoll Desk, Classic Modernist design, Knoll New York
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early production walnut and rosewood desk designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll ,features richly grained walnut top rosewood frame, pencil drawer and file drawer. Retains early Knoll ...
Category

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

Materials

Stainless Steel

Early production Florence Knoll Desk, Classic Modernist design, Knoll New York
Early production Florence Knoll Desk, Classic Modernist design, Knoll New York

Early production Florence Knoll Desk, Classic Modernist design, Knoll New York

H 30 in W 60 in D 30 in
Important Modernist Prototype Desk & Chair by U.A.M. Attributed to Le Corbusier
By Union Des Artistes Modernes, Robert Mallet-Stevens
Located in New York, NY
Rare handmade French modernist desk and chair prototypes in hand-formed and hand-hammered (non
Category

Vintage 1930s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Important Modernist Prototype Desk & Chair by U.A.M. Attributed to Le Corbusier
Important Modernist Prototype Desk & Chair by U.A.M. Attributed to Le Corbusier

Important Modernist Prototype Desk & Chair by U.A.M. Attributed to Le Corbusier

H 30 in W 31.38 in D 19.5 in
Imposing 1940's French Modernist Desk in Mahogany in Style of Dupré Lafon, E498
Located in Lyon, FR
Imposing 1950's French modernist desk. Structure in solid mahogany and veneer, top in black glass
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Imposing 1940's French Modernist Desk in Mahogany in Style of Dupré Lafon, E498
Imposing 1940's French Modernist Desk in Mahogany in Style of Dupré Lafon, E498

Imposing 1940's French Modernist Desk in Mahogany in Style of Dupré Lafon, E498

H 30.32 in W 34.26 in D 71.26 in
"Hunting table" desk or dining table by Børge Mogensen, Søborg Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, Soborg Furniture Factory
Located in Hägersten, SE
"Hunitng table" designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced in Denmark by Søborg Furniture. Solid oak legs
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

"Hunting table" desk or dining table by Børge Mogensen, Søborg Denmark
"Hunting table" desk or dining table by Børge Mogensen, Søborg Denmark

"Hunting table" desk or dining table by Børge Mogensen, Søborg Denmark

H 28.55 in W 63 in D 35.44 in
Rattan & Chrome Sawhorse Table / Desk Bases
Located in Highland, IN
of an organic and modernist aesthetic. They support a glass top, the size of your choosing, allowing
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Rattan & Chrome Sawhorse Table / Desk Bases
Rattan & Chrome Sawhorse Table / Desk Bases

Rattan & Chrome Sawhorse Table / Desk Bases

H 28.75 in W 72 in D 30 in
Franco Albini TL2 Cavalletto table Poggi Italy 1950
By Franco Albini
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Iconic and early example of the TL2 'Cavalletto' table designed by Franco Albini and manufactured
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Franco Albini TL2 Cavalletto table Poggi Italy 1950
Franco Albini TL2 Cavalletto table Poggi Italy 1950

Franco Albini TL2 Cavalletto table Poggi Italy 1950

H 27.56 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. We are proud to present our first design from a Danish
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter

Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter

H 29.73 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in
Bodil Kjær ScandinOffice Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. We are proud to present our first design from a Danish
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Bodil Kjær ScandinOffice Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Bodil Kjær ScandinOffice Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter

Bodil Kjær ScandinOffice Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter

H 29.73 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in
Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. We are proud to present our first design from a Danish
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter

Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter

H 29.73 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in
Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. We are proud to present our first design from a Danish
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter

Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter

H 29.73 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in
Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. We are proud to present our first design from a Danish
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter

Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter

H 29.73 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in
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Modernist Writing Table For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the modernist writing table you’re looking for. A modernist writing table — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. There are 128 variations of the antique or vintage modernist writing table you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the modernist writing table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A modernist writing table made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Olivetti, Studio BBPR and Paul Frankl each produced at least one beautiful modernist writing table that is worth considering.

How Much is a Modernist Writing Table?

Prices for a modernist writing table start at $895 and top out at $113,245 with the average selling for $4,156.

Finding the Right desks-writing-tables for You

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

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

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

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

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

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

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