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McGuire Whitewash Oak Writing Desk and Chair
By John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful 1970’s McGuire writing desk and chair design by Elinor McGuire. The desk is solid
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

McGuire Whitewash Oak  Writing Desk and Chair
McGuire Whitewash Oak  Writing Desk and Chair
$6,000 / set
H 29.25 in W 48 in D 24 in
Guillerme et Chambron Desk and Chair
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Stamford, CT
Designer handcrafted oak desk and chair. Chair adjusts to two positions. Desk knobs are wood with
Category

Vintage 1950s French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Guillerme et Chambron Desk and Chair
Guillerme et Chambron Desk and Chair
$16,000 / set
H 30 in W 76 in D 53.5 in
Cubist-Style Desk and Chair Set
Located in New York, NY
A Czech Cubist-style desk and chair set made of ebonized oak with polychrome details. Additional
Category

Vintage 1920s Czech Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Cubist-Style Desk and Chair Set
Cubist-Style Desk and Chair Set
$7,200 / set
H 46.75 in W 34 in D 30.75 in
Warren McArthur Art Deco Desk and Chair
By Warren McArthur
Located in Atlanta, GA
Art Deco aluminum desk and chair designed by Warren McArthur, American, circa 1930s. The chair
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Warren McArthur Art Deco Desk and Chair
Warren McArthur Art Deco Desk and Chair
$5,750 / set
H 30.75 in W 53 in D 26 in
Asian Modern Style Walnut Desk and Chair
Located in Astoria, NY
Asian Modern Style Five-Drawer Walnut Desk and Chair, the Chinese style chair with high back, the
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Asian Modern Style Walnut Desk and Chair
Asian Modern Style Walnut Desk and Chair
$1,300 / set
H 30.5 in W 48 in D 20 in
Sergio Rodrigues Brazilian Rosewood Desk and Chair
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid Century Clean Lined Rosewood Desk and Chair, designed by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, circa 1960s
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Sergio Rodrigues Brazilian Rosewood Desk and Chair
Sergio Rodrigues Brazilian Rosewood Desk and Chair
$3,850 / set
H 29.5 in W 47.5 in D 23.75 in
French Art Deco Desk and Chair Set
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Elegant Art Deco desk and chair set, in ebonized wood, carved with bold foliate motifs. The desk
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

French Art Deco Desk and Chair Set
French Art Deco Desk and Chair Set
$10,545 / set
H 31.5 in W 67.72 in D 36.23 in
Desk and chair-Alfred Hendrickx-Mid 20th Century
By Alfred Hendrickx
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Desk and chair by Alfred Hendrickx Belgium, 1958 Desk: teak lacquered wood Chair: lacquered wooden
Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Desk and chair-Alfred Hendrickx-Mid 20th Century
Desk and chair-Alfred Hendrickx-Mid 20th Century
$19,147
H 30.12 in W 48.82 in D 30.52 in
A French Mid-Century Organic and Sculptural Wooden Desk and Chair
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Rare French organic and sculptural solid wood desk and chair.  
Category

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

Materials

Hardwood

A French Mid-Century Organic and Sculptural Wooden Desk and Chair
A French Mid-Century Organic and Sculptural Wooden Desk and Chair
$7,500 / set
H 50.79 in W 59.06 in D 35.44 in
Antique Japanese Meiji Export Hardwood Mt. Fuji Dragon Carved Desk and Chair Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Japanese Meiji Export Hardwood Mt. Fuji Dragon Carved Desk and Chair Set. Listing includes
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Wood

Arthur Umanoff Matching Sculptural Desk and Chair
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arthur Umanoff desk and chair. Extremely elegant and timeless design made with an iron frame
Category

Vintage 1950s American Desks

Materials

Iron

Arthur Umanoff Matching Sculptural Desk and Chair
Arthur Umanoff Matching Sculptural Desk and Chair
$5,500 / set
H 29.75 in W 50 in D 20.75 in
Fornasetti Desk and Chair "FIORI NELLA NOTTE" - Unique Pieces
By Fornasetti
Located in Rome, RM
The Fornasetti "Fiori nella Notte" desk and chair are unique pieces made in exclusive for Betony
Category

Early 2000s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Fornasetti Desk and Chair "FIORI NELLA NOTTE" - Unique Pieces
Fornasetti Desk and Chair "FIORI NELLA NOTTE" - Unique Pieces
$28,720 Sale Price
20% Off
H 29.93 in W 29.14 in D 15.75 in
Beacon Hill Collection Federal Style Desk and Chair
By Beacon Hill
Located in Pasadena, TX
Beacon Hill Collection Federal Style Desk and Chair 20th century style desk by established company
Category

Mid-20th Century French Provincial Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Beacon Hill Collection Federal Style Desk and Chair
Beacon Hill Collection Federal Style Desk and Chair
$2,240 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30 in W 44.5 in D 31 in
Mid-Century Modern Wood Foldable 6M Desk and Chair, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern wood foldable 6M desk and chair, Italy, 1960s Measures: Chair : 55 x 50 x
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Extraordinary, One of a Kind, Sculptural Desk and Chair, Japan, 1970s/80s
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A striking, unique, sculptural desk and chair, Japan, 1970s/80s. Fast shipping worldwide. Desk
Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Cowboy California Ranch Style Writing Desk and Chair by Monterey
By Monterey Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Rare and sought after writing desk and chair by the great California maker, Monterey Furniture Co
Category

Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks

Materials

Wood

1940s French Desk and Chair in Elmwood and Leather Accents
Located in Dallas, TX
1940s French desk and chair in elmwood and leather accents. The desk has two lockable drawers and
Category

Vintage 1940s French Desks

Materials

Elm

Maxalto Recipio Writing Desk and Chair by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio, Maxalto
Located in Basildon, London
Elevate your workspace with the Recipio Writing Desk and Chair by Maxalto. This stunning desk
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Desks

Materials

Wood

Maxalto Recipio Writing Desk and Chair by Antonio Citterio
Maxalto Recipio Writing Desk and Chair by Antonio Citterio
$11,959 / set
H 29.14 in W 51.19 in D 23.63 in
Walnut with Inlay Writing Desk and Chair, Syrian Late 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Very fine antique Moorish style walnut with mother-of-pearl inlaid writing desk and chair, late
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Syrian Moorish Desks

Materials

Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl

Bauhaus Writing Desk and Chair, Hynek Gottwald, Czechia, 1930s, Lacquered Wood
By Hynek Gottwald
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
White bauhaus writing desk and chair made by Hynek Gottwald, Czechia. Period: 1930-1939
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Vintage Coastal Ficks Reed Rattan Desk and Chair
By Ficks Reed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
writing nook. The desk provides a functional workspace, measuring 40" W x 26" D x 29.5" H. The chair
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Laminate

Italian Art Nouveau style desk and chair set
Located in Milano, IT
Italian Art Nouveau set from the early 1900s - Elegant carved wooden desk and chairs with floral
Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Italian Art Nouveau style desk and chair set
Italian Art Nouveau style desk and chair set
$4,188 / set
H 29.53 in W 31.11 in D 21.26 in
Antique Writing Desk and Chair Set circa 1920s, Moorish Style Inlaid Desk
Located in Miami, FL
Very fine antique Moorish style inlaid writing desk and chair set, circa 1920's. This hand-carved
Category

Early 20th Century Lebanese Moorish Desks

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Mid-Century Modern Desk and Chair by Russell Wright for Conant Ball
By Conant Ball, Russel Wright
Located in Buffalo, NY
Simple ,,smart design..... Conant ball desk and matching spindle chair in maple,,,, Russel Wright
Category

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

Materials

Cane, Birch

Maxalto Recipio Writing Desk and Chair by Antonio Citterio
By Maxalto, Antonio Citterio
Located in Basildon, London
Elevate your workspace with the Recipio Writing Desk and Chair by Maxalto. This stunning desk
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Maxalto Recipio Writing Desk and Chair by Antonio Citterio
Maxalto Recipio Writing Desk and Chair by Antonio Citterio
$11,959 / set
H 32.68 in W 22.45 in D 23.63 in
Antique Japanese Art Nouveau Dragon Carved Four Drawer Partners Desk and Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Japanese Art Nouveau Dragon Carved Four Drawer Partners Desk and Chair. Listing includes (1
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Simo Heikkila Writing Desk and Chair, Rietveld Inspired, 1990s
By Simo Heikkilä 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A gorgeously designed Scandinavian writing desk and chair set by the celebrated designer Simo
Category

1990s Finnish Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Lacquer

French Folding Child's Desk and Chair
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French folding child's school desk and chair made of beechwood. The desktop has dovetailed
Category

Early 20th Century French Children's Furniture

Materials

Metal

French Folding Child's Desk and Chair
French Folding Child's Desk and Chair
$950
H 26.5 in W 19 in D 24 in
Fritz Hansen Desk and Chair in Elm and Beech with Leather, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Beautiful set consisting of a desk and chair, designed and produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Beech, Elm

Mid Century Heywood Wakefield Prophecy Desk and Chair c. 1960's
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in New York, NY
Rare Heywood Wakefield Prophecy desk and chair. This stylish desk features a white Formica
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Formica, Wood

Italian set Adjustable children's desk and chair by Fratelli Reguitti
By Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Milano, IT
1950s desk and chair set offers both aesthetic appeal and everyday functionality. It’s also a valuable
Category

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

Materials

Leather, Wood

Montalcini & Pagano desk and chair for Cartiere Giacomo Bosso - Italy, 1929
By Carlo Pagano, Gino Levi-Montalcini
Located in London, GB
. Literature: Domus no. 30, June 1930 pp. 88-89 for similar examples. Desk H80 W140 D70cm Chair H80 W45 D47
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Desk and Chair Set
By Travail Francais
Located in Miami, FL
Macassar Wood Art Deco Desk with its original chair.
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Fabric, Macassar

Art Deco Desk and Chair Set
Art Deco Desk and Chair Set
$18,000
H 31 in W 67.5 in D 34 in
Vintage 1950's Oak Combined school Desk and Chair "George M Hammer & Co London"
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Vintage 1950's Oak Combined school Desk and Chair "George M Hammer & Co London." It will transform
Category

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

Materials

Steel

Ozoo Desk and Chair, Marc Berthier, D.A.N. for Roche Bobois, 1967
By Marc Berthier
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Desk and chair from the "Ozoo" series by Marc Berthier, an innovative design created in 1967, one
Category

Mid-20th Century French Space Age Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Fiberglass

Ozoo Desk and Chair,  Marc Berthier, D.A.N. for Roche Bobois, 1967
Ozoo Desk and Chair,  Marc Berthier, D.A.N. for Roche Bobois, 1967
$2,800 / set
H 28.35 in W 43.31 in D 28.35 in
Italian Mid Century Table Desk and chair designed by Vittorio Dassi in 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Italian Mid-Century Desk and Chair Designed by Vittorio Dassi in the 1950s This stunning Italian
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Desks

Materials

Maple, Teak

Italian Mid Century Table Desk and chair designed by Vittorio Dassi in 1950s
Italian Mid Century Table Desk and chair designed by Vittorio Dassi in 1950s
$3,355 Sale Price
31% Off
H 31.3 in W 45.67 in D 23.23 in
Leon Jallot Sculpted Walnut Desk and Chair
By Léon Jallot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French transitional (from Art Nouveau to early Art Deco) desk and en suite chair by Leon Jallot in
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Leon Jallot Sculpted Walnut Desk and Chair
Leon Jallot Sculpted Walnut Desk and Chair
$24,500
H 38 in W 37.5 in D 25 in
Pierre Chapo, desk and chair for Regain, 1960
By Pierre Chapo, Maison Regain
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
Signed desk mod. B02 and chair S24 by Pierre Chapo in ash. Functional design and traditional
Category

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

Materials

Leather, Ash

Pierre Chapo, desk and chair for Regain, 1960
Pierre Chapo, desk and chair for Regain, 1960
$5,385
H 29.93 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Post modern Memphis style artistic writing desk and chair, Germany 1980s
By Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Group, Gaetano Pesce
Located in ECHT, NL
Unique artistic writing desk and chair. The frame is made from steel and wrought iron in different
Category

Late 20th Century German Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Post modern Memphis style artistic writing desk and chair, Germany 1980s
Post modern Memphis style artistic writing desk and chair, Germany 1980s
$2,383 Sale Price / set
53% Off
H 29.53 in W 50.01 in D 29.93 in
Jacques Adnet Leather Desk and Chair, 1950s France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional Art Deco era desk with matching chair by French modernist designer Jacques Adnet
Category

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Iron

Jacques Adnet Leather Desk and Chair, 1950s France
Jacques Adnet Leather Desk and Chair, 1950s France
$75,000 / set
H 29.88 in W 47.88 in D 24.25 in
Stylish Sophisticates Walnut Desk and Chair Lubberts & Mulder for Tomlinson
By John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder, Tomlinson
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning 1950s walnut desk by John Lubberts & Lambert Mulder for Tomlinson, from the Sophisticates
Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Stylish Sophisticates Walnut Desk and Chair Lubberts & Mulder for Tomlinson
Stylish Sophisticates Walnut Desk and Chair Lubberts & Mulder for Tomlinson
$3,080 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 29.5 in W 54.5 in D 25.5 in
Kem Weber Trimline for Heywood Wakefield Desk and Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co., Kem Weber
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A very cool looking desk and matching chair designed by Kem Weber for Heywood Wakefield’s Trimline
Category

Vintage 1960s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

20th Century, Paolo Buffa Desk and Chair in Wood
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Turin, Turin
we have a beautiful and elegant wooden set of desk with drawers and chair designed by Paolo Buffa in
Category

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

Materials

Wood

20th Century, Paolo Buffa Desk and Chair in Wood
20th Century, Paolo Buffa Desk and Chair in Wood
$6,581
H 30.32 in W 35.44 in D 21.26 in
Fine French 1950s Leather Covered Desk and Chairs by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Long Island City, NY
Decoration March 1958 Dimensions of the desk chair are: H 33 1/2" x W 22 1/2" x D 25 1/4" A second cherry
Category

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

Materials

Leather, Cherry

Fine French 1950s Leather Covered Desk and Chairs by Jacques Adnet
Fine French 1950s Leather Covered Desk and Chairs by Jacques Adnet
Price Upon Request
H 28.88 in W 59 in D 29.25 in
1960s Vintage Regency Italian Burlwood Desk and Chair - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic vintage 1960s Italian Secretary desk. A gorgeous burl Olive wood cabinet with chic
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Paul McCobb Model #1560 Writing Desk and Chair
By Paul McCobb, George Nelson, Planner Group
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century writing desk model #1560 and chair both designed by Paul McCobb, circa 1950s. Part of
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Regency Partners Desk and Chair Set Walnut Writing Table
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Excellent Regency revival desk and chair set in walnut This is a partners desk so has drawers on
Category

Vintage 1980s Regency Tables

Materials

Walnut

Paul McCobb Planner Group Black and White Lacquered Writing Desk and Chair
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional minimalist Mid-Century Modern writing desk with matching desk chair. By Paul
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Early Dunbar Leather Curved Desk and Chair by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
chair is included with the desk.
Category

Vintage 1940s Desks

Materials

Leather

Early Dunbar Leather Curved Desk and Chair by Edward Wormley
Early Dunbar Leather Curved Desk and Chair by Edward Wormley
$12,000 / set
H 29.25 in W 57.5 in D 27 in
French Kidney Shaped Hand Painted Desk and Chair 1920's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-1072 Kidney shaped desk and matching chair with hand painting and carved detailing Brass railing
Category

Vintage 1920s Desks

Materials

Brass

Italian 1950's Desk and Chair in the Manner of Gio Ponti
By (After) Gio Ponti
Located in London, GB
Sculptural Italian School 1950's desk and matching chair is made of cherry wood in the manner of
Category

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

Materials

Linen, Formica, Fruitwood

Jacques Adnet, Art Deco Modernist Desk and Chair, Lacquered Wood, Opaline Glass
By Jacques Adnet
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Exceptional semi-circular Art Deco desk by Jacques Adnet. Made of black lacquered wood, featuring
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Opaline Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Rosewood

Vittorio Dassi Mid-Century Modern Italian Teakwood Writing Desk and Chair, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This desk with its chair was designed by the famous Italian design Vittorio Dassi, using teakwood
Category

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

Materials

Teak

Art Deco Desk and Chair, Parchment Top, Vittorio Valabrega, Italy, 1930's
By Vittorio Valabrega
Located in Austin, TX
Double pedestal desk with goatskin parchment top and trim and matching desk. Designed by Vittorio
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Goatskin

Art Deco Desk and Chair, Parchment Top, Vittorio Valabrega, Italy, 1930's
Art Deco Desk and Chair, Parchment Top, Vittorio Valabrega, Italy, 1930's
$8,640 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 30.75 in W 75 in D 35.5 in
20th Century Paolo Buffa Desk and Chair in Wood for Lietti, 50s
By Paolo Buffa, Paolo Lietti & Figli
Located in Turin, Turin
e Figli in 50s. The desk measures: 76 x 112 x 67 cm; the chair measures: 89 x 45 x 45 cm. Good
Category

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

Materials

Crystal, Brass

20th Century Paolo Buffa Desk and Chair in Wood for Lietti, 50s
20th Century Paolo Buffa Desk and Chair in Wood for Lietti, 50s
$12,565 / set
H 29.93 in W 44.1 in D 26.38 in
Paul McCobb Planner Group Black and White Lacquer Double Pedestal Desk and Chair
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern double pedestal executive writing desk and spindle back chair
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Extraordinary Baker Stately Homes Russian Empire Burled Mappa Desk and Chair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Hartville, OH
Desk and Matching Chair. Extraordinary in every way.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Empire Revival Desks

Materials

Burl

Italian Mid-Century Modern Small Desk and Chair Attributed to Paolo Buffa, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Cute and stylish Italian midcentury modern desk, with a graceful chair, attributed to Paolo Buffa
Category

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

Materials

Brass

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Desk And Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal desk and chair for your home. Each desk and chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and animal skin. If you’re shopping for a desk and chair, we have 6773 options in-stock, while there are 214 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect desk and chair — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A desk and chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Knoll each produced at least one beautiful desk and chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Desk And Chair?

The average selling price for a desk and chair at 1stDibs is $1,899, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $210,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Office-chairs-desk-chairs for You

An essential part of every office or home workstation, office chairs and desk chairs are critically important to your comfort and getting the job done.

Desk chairs have evolved over time. While writing the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson pined for a wider range of motion and introduced some improvements to his English-style Windsor chair, inventing the swivel chair along the way. So the next time you roll, recline or swivel at your vintage desk, remember: The third president of the United States had a lot to do with that functionality.

Changes in the availability of resources have also led to innovations in desk chair design. After World War II, for example, optimistic American designers made use of wartime materials in their efforts to create practical domestic goods.

Mid-century modernism is the name given to the broad postwar time period that prioritized thoughtful design. Journalist Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” cites “ergonomic wisdom” as part of the reason for the longevity of the era’s furnishings, and when it comes to sitting in a desk chair for hours at a time, what could be more important than ergonomic support?

As mid-century modernism was marked by resourcefulness and boundless creativity — and produced designers who, in most cases, prioritized comfort and support — it follows that all mid-century chairs are not the same. Nowhere is this perhaps more evident than at Herman Miller. The legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer got its start in the office, with design director George Nelson enlisting the likes of Charles and Ray Eames to produce desk chairs and lounge chairs that are still celebrated today. Elsewhere at the time, the numerous pieces Florence Knoll created for Knoll’s office furniture line were envisioned as design solutions for the changing needs of residential and office spaces.

If you’re working remotely and streamlined seating isn’t your thing, don’t be afraid of making a statement with your office chair. Introduce a touch of drama to your video calls by way of 19th-century desk accessories and the alluring forms we typically associate with antique desk chairs designed in the Empire and Regency styles. For a minimalist touch, a spare, utilitarian Industrial-style office chair can work in any space but will fit in particularly well amid the exposed brick and steel architecture that characterizes a loft apartment.

An inspiring home office cleverly mixes materials and styles to create a welcoming place of productivity and comfort, and if you’re gathering with colleagues at your company HQ, an array of wood, leather and metal office chairs can help integrate disparate textures in a conference room or any other collaborative space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office and desk chairs today.

Questions About Desk And Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    There are many kinds of office chairs — it is a matter of preference. An office desk chair should have a few features such as adjustability in height, backrests and armrests, lumbar support, sufficient seat depth and width, sufficient padding in breathable material, and swivel and casters for easy movement. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office desk chairs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To date a desk, first look for any stamps or labels that tell you the name of the company that produced it. You can then use the maker information to research the piece using trusted online resources. In some cases, you may even find a manufacturing date on the piece. If you have difficulty determining how old a piece is, seek help from a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A person of average height should have a desk that is 28 to 30 inches high.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A Murphy desk is a wall-mounted desk that folds out to provide a work surface for a laptop, tablet, documents, and other items. It is a great solution if you have a little space or don't require a full desk every day. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murphy desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A captain’s desk is a type of desk that you stand at rather than sit in front of. It usually has an angled desktop and decorative molding. Captain Josiah Davenport commissioned the British furniture maker Gillows of Lancaster to design the first one in the late 18th century. Sometimes, people refer to the furnishing as a Davenport desk in his honor. Shop a variety of captain’s desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    A kidney desk is a desk that has a curvy top that is similar in shape to a human kidney. Many kidney desks are very ornate, showing off details like vellum-lined tabletops and parquetry inlay. Shop a selection of kidney desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A console desk is a high, narrow table called a console table that can double as a desk. It is often used by people who work from home in a communal space, such as a hallway or a living room, as a workspace. Some console tables feature built-in storage, like drawers or shelves. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of console tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A peninsula desk is a two-sided desk, with each side designed with one long drawer. This functional desk makes working with a partner easy. You can shop a collection of peninsula desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A tanker desk is a type of desk made of a simple rectangular working surface that rests on two pedestals. A tanker desk can also take the form of a large surface that rests on a pair of small cabinets consisting of drawers of multiple sizes. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tanker desks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A captain’s desk is sometimes referred to as Davenport desk. It is a small desk with an inclined desktop that can be lifted to access large storage space. It has smaller spaces in the form of small drawers and pigeonholes on the sides. This desk owes its name to Captain Josiah Davenport (1771–1836) who was the first to commission the design. Find a collection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A hutch is a set of cabinets or shelves placed on top of a desk. Hutches can also be found on counters, drawers, and even cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Which chair is best for a George Nakashima Origins for Widdicomb desk is largely a matter of preference. George Nakashima chairs with Shaker-inspired spindle backs like the Mira and Conoid tend to complement the lines of the desks in the collection. However, you can mix and match styles to create an eclectic look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of George Nakashima desks and chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The weight of a tanker desk depends on the materials used and style. Some tanker desks are crafted with solid wood and others with sheet metal, causing a range of weights across the different types. Shop a wide range of vintage tanker desks on 1stDibs.