With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the ole wanscher writing desk you’re looking for. Frequently made of
wood,
mahogany and
rosewood, every ole wanscher writing desk was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a ole wanscher writing desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right ole wanscher writing desk, those designed in
Scandinavian Modern,
Mid-Century Modern and
Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one ole wanscher writing desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but
Ole Wanscher,
A.J. Iversen and
Fritz Hansen produced versions that are worth a look.
Vintage desks and writing tables span centuries of design. The writing table came first, a simple surface built for correspondence, while the drawered desk followed as record-keeping at home and in the office grew more demanding.
Styles to Know
Any desk at least 20 years old falls under this broader vintage category. If you want a tapered-leg, mid-century look specifically, browse mid-century modern desks; Louis XVI and Art Deco secretary desks bridge the writing-table and desk forms. A vintage table lamp adds task lighting to either.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Piece
Writing tables often carry little to no storage of their own, so a separate file cabinet or desk organizer may be worth planning for, alongside a close look at the surface dimensions against the space available. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and every purchase is covered by the 1stDibs Promise.