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19th century campaign Reading desk on later stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century campaign Reading desk on later stand.
Zebrawood with brass handles and toed leather
Category
Antique 1890s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Zebra Wood
18th c. English Gadrooned Reading Desk
Located in Greenwich, CT
An 18th century English mahogany pedestal desk with gilt tooled leather inset three-section top
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Brass and Chrome Machine Age Bell Shade Reading Desk Lamp
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Machine Age brass and chrome bell shaped reading desk lamp. Measures: 13"H x 7" W x 11" D.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Machine Age Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Chesterfield Tufted Green Leather Captains Directors Library Reading Desk Chair
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely, Chesterfield buttoned green leather desk chair
Category
20th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 34.65 in W 21.46 in D 22.25 in
Contemporary Ceramic Table Lectern Reading Desk Glazed Earthenware Black
By Xavier Mañosa, Apparatu
Located in Rubi, Catalunya
Handmade stoneware table lectern manufactured at the workshop of Apparatu in Barcelona. Different clay bodys are mixed with natural fibers like corn, straw, or heather straw. The pie...
Category
2010s Spanish Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Stoneware
H 7.49 in W 9.85 in D 7.49 in
Contemporary Ceramic Table Lectern Reading Desk Caramel Glazed Earthenware
By Apparatu, Xavier Mañosa
Located in Rubi, Catalunya
Handmade stoneware lectern manufactured at the workshop of Apparatu in Barcelona. Different clay bodys are mixed with natural fibers like corn, straw, or heather straw. The pieces ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Other Ceramics
Materials
Earthenware, Ceramic, Stoneware
H 35.44 in W 7.49 in D 7.49 in
Contemporary Ceramic Table Lectern Reading Desk Glazed Earthenware Caramell
By Apparatu, Xavier Mañosa
Located in Rubi, Catalunya
Handmade stoneware table lectern manufactured at the workshop of Apparatu in Barcelona. Different clay bodys are mixed with natural fibers like corn, straw, or heather straw. The pie...
Category
2010s Spanish Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Stoneware
H 7.49 in W 9.85 in D 7.49 in
Contemporary Ceramic Table Lectern Reading Desk Glazed Earthenware Beige
By Apparatu, Xavier Mañosa
Located in Rubi, Catalunya
Handmade stoneware table lectern manufactured at the workshop of Apparatu in Barcelona. Different clay bodys are mixed with natural fibers like corn, straw, or heather straw. The pie...
Category
2010s Spanish Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Stoneware
H 5.91 in W 22.45 in D 7.49 in
Contemporary Ceramic Lectern Reading Desk Glazed Earthenware Deep Green modern
By Apparatu, Xavier Mañosa
Located in Rubi, Catalunya
standing desk or pedestal. Different clay bodys are mixed with natural fibers like corn, straw, or heather
Category
2010s Spanish Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Stoneware
H 33.86 in W 22.84 in D 7.49 in
Antique English Wooden Desk with Reading Stand
Located in London, GB
Antique English wooden desk with reading stand
Beautifully carved from wood, this Victorian
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
JL Domecq JIelde French Modernist Industrial 3 Arms Graphit Reading Desk Lamp
By Jean Louis Domecq
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
3 arms Jielde lamp graphite reading lamp - French industrial lamp
Designed by Jean-Louis Domecq in
Category
Mid-20th Century French Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 55.12 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Jean Louis Domecq Jielde Vintage French Industrial 3 Arms Reading Desk Lamp
By Jean Louis Domecq
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
3 arms Jielde lamp brushed- reading lamp - French industrial lamp
Designed by Jean-Louis Domecq
Category
Mid-20th Century French Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 55.11 in W 9.44 in D 9.44 in
High Adjustable Architect's Desk, Writing Desk, circa 1800
Located in Greven, DE
furniture can be used as a reading desk or for presenting drawings.
The drawer at the front has another
Category
Antique Early 1800s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Fase Style Streamline White Enamel Metal Desk Lamp with Saucer Shade, 1940s
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Fase Style Machine Age All White reading desk lamp with white saucer shade. Featuring a White
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Streamlined Moderne Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Fine Period Sheraton Mahogany Reading Table
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Fine George III mahogany Sheraton reading table with adjustable stem and
drawer, circa 1795.
Category
Antique 1790s English George III Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century English Writing Reading Table
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
Mid 19th Century writing table in flame cut walnut with leather writing pad top
and a built in adjustable slope.
Circa 1860 this represents one of the finest examples of cabinet work...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Fine George III Mahogany Reading Stand and Table
Located in New York, NY
The rectangular tilt-top of finely figured timber with removable reading ledge; raised on a turn
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Outstanding Quality Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Reading Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality antique Edwardian inlaid mahogany reading table having a quality lift up
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Other
Adjustable Citronnier Wood Reading Table, England, Late 19th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Adjustable citronnier wood reading table, England, late 19th century.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
H 29.53 in W 29.93 in D 15.75 in
19th C Regency English Mahogany Adjustable Reading Writing Table
Located in Savannah, GA
reading/writing table featuring an adjustable top over a substantial base support. Retains the original
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
English Regency Mahogany Leather Reading Table with Flanking Candle Slides 1790
Located in Charleston, SC
English Regency mahogany satinwood and ebony inlaid one drawer reading table with a ratcheted
Category
Antique 1790s English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 28.5 in W 27.5 in D 27.25 in
English Regency Mahogany Leather Top Reading Table with Flanking Drawers, C 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
English Regency mahogany partner's reading table with a ratcheted leather top, flanking triangular
Category
Antique Early 1800s English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29 in W 24 in D 23.75 in
Louis XV Style Reading Table Attributed to H. Dasson, France, Circa 1885
By Henry Dasson
Located in PARIS, FR
Charming Louis XV style reading table attributed to H. Dasson. It opens on one side by a
Category
Antique 1880s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
H 28.35 in W 25.99 in D 16.74 in
Very Fine circa 1780 Georgian Mahogany Reading Table with Candle Slips & Slope
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
reading table with period candelabra slip trays
A very good looking and expertly crafted piece, most
Category
Antique 1780s English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
H 27.56 in W 29.93 in D 19.69 in
French Gothic Pine Reading Stand, Greeting Station, Greeter
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Gothic Pine Reading Stand, Greeting Station, Greeter
An Original French Reading stand, this
Category
Antique 1880s Gothic Desks
Materials
Pine
Georges Gay, "Soleil" brand lectern, music stand, menu holder ... circa 1930hh
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
table, a reading desk, etc.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Iron
H 112 in W 40 in D 40 in
Art Deco Hexagonal NEON Advertising Clock "FAMOUS READING ANTHRACITE" red neon
By Neon Products
Located in Buffalo, NY
Art Deco Hexagonal NEON Advertising Clock "FAMOUS READING ANTHRACITE" Mining co. Made by Neon
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
H 19 in W 19 in D 13 in
Bamboo Magnifying Glass and Letter Opener Desk Set.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Finely crafted island or coastal décor vintage desk set accessories with bamboo handles. The Art
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Desk Sets
Materials
Brass
VERY FiNE RESTORED ANTIQUE CHESTERFIELD WILLIAM IV OAK BROWN LEATHER DESK CHAIr
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
finest desk or library reading chair you will ever see
Dimensions
Height:- 92.5cm
Width:- 75cm
Category
Antique 1830s English William IV Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 36.42 in W 29.53 in D 25.4 in
Antique Italian Carved Walnut Wood Three Shelves Open Bookcase Credenza Cupboard
Located in Carimate, Como
top adjustable lectern, reading desk. This rustic antique piece can be used as a bookcase or etagere
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
H 51.97 in W 31.5 in D 15.75 in
Vintage Imhof for Saks Fifth Avenue Circular Brass Desk Clock Switzerland, 1960s
By Arthur Imhof, Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Brooklyn, NY
bevelled base, which lets the clock lean back at a slight angle, makes for easy reading at a desk height
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass
H 7 in W 6.688 in D 2.25 in
Victorian bedside table height adjustable in dark stained oak and brass
Located in Hannover, DE
was placed on the classic workmanship. This table is suitable as a writing or reading desk thanks to
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Tables
Materials
Brass
H 27.56 in W 31.89 in D 16.15 in
Lightolier Gooseneck Desk Reading Lamp
By Lightolier
Located in New York, NY
Adjustable desk, reading lamp. Classic Post Modern design in the Italian School.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Houseof Sand cone wall light
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
perfect for bedside reading, desk work and kitchen worktops. Influenced by mid-century decor and finishes
Category
2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Desk Lamp Table Reading
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
Very nice desk lamp that is useful for reading. It is also mobile to direct the light where you
Category
Mid-20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Houseof Charcoal grey cone wall light
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
, petite in size, has an adjustable shade which makes it perfect for bedside reading, desk work and kitchen
Category
2010s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Antique Korean Sutra Desk Lacquer with Mother of Pearl Inlays Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
century. The form of this small table is typical of a sutra reading desk with the end-turned end. Its
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Korean Other Furniture
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer
H 6.5 in W 20.5 in D 10.5 in
Large Art Déco armchair / director`s chair by de Coene Frères. Belgium 1930s.
By De Coene Frères
Located in Köln, NW
shapely large armchair for a large desk or as reading chair.
Large seat. The upholstery is very well
Category
Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass, Bronze
H 38.59 in W 23.63 in D 21.66 in
An English Cockfighting, Reading or Desk Chair.. Green Leather
Located in Buffalo, NY
An English Cockfighting, Reading or Desk Chair.. Green Leather,,
Category
Early 20th Century English Georgian Chairs
Materials
Brass
1940's Art Deco Adjustable Desk lamp or Reading Lamp
Located in Antwerp, BE
1940’s Original Adjustable German Bakelite Desk Lamp
Good honest very original Bakelite desk lamp
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Houseof Brass cone wall light
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
, has an adjustable mechanism which makes it perfect for bedside reading, desk work and kitchen worktops
Category
2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of Koch and Lowy Chrome Desk or Reading Lamps
By Koch & Lowy
Located in Water Mill, NY
Pair of Koch and Lowy chrome desk lamps.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
1930's French Impressionist Painting Artists Mother Reading at Desk in Interior
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Artists Mother
by Etienne Auguste Krier (French, 1875-1953)
oil painting on board, framed
framed: 11 x 15.5 inches
board: 9 x 13 inches
condition: very good
provenance: private c...
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mid-Century Modern Desk or Reading Wall Light Movable Chrome Arm and Black Shade
By BAG Turgi
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
Mid-Century Modern desk or reading wall light movable chrome arm and movable black shade.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 19.69 in W 9.06 in D 29.53 in
Elska Wall Mount Reading Lamps
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
reading or working at your desk, the Elska provides ample light while adding a touch of sophistication to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Elska Wall Mount Reading Lamps
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
reading or working at your desk, the Elska provides ample light while adding a touch of sophistication to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Lumina Daphine Terra LED Floor Lamp in Matt Red by Tommaso Cimini
By Lumina, Tommaso Cimini
Located in Warsaw, PL
countless uses in public and private places, from reading desks in libraries to pianos, from jewellery
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Lumina Daphine Led Table Lamp in Matt Yellow by Tommaso Cimini
By Lumina, Tommaso Cimini
Located in Warsaw, PL
countless uses in public and private places, from reading desks in libraries to pianos, from jewellery
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Lumina Daphine LED Table Lamp in Matt White by Tommaso Cimini
By Lumina, Tommaso Cimini
Located in Warsaw, PL
private places, from reading desks in libraries to pianos, from jewellery display counters to top fashion
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Lumina Daphine LED Table Lamp in Black by Tommaso Cimini
By Lumina, Tommaso Cimini
Located in Warsaw, PL
itself to countless uses in public and private places, from reading desks in libraries to pianos, from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Lumina Daphine LED Table Lamp in Matt Red by Tommaso Cimini
By Lumina, Tommaso Cimini
Located in Warsaw, PL
private places, from reading desks in libraries to pianos, from jewellery display counters to top fashion
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Lumina Daphine LED Table Lamp in Brushed Nickel by Tommaso Cimini
By Lumina, Tommaso Cimini
Located in Warsaw, PL
countless uses in public and private places, from reading desks in libraries to pianos, from jewelry display
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Lumina Daphine Terra LED Floor Lamp in Brushed Nickel by Tommaso Cimini
By Lumina, Tommaso Cimini
Located in Warsaw, PL
itself to countless uses in public and private places, from reading desks in libraries to pianos, from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 43.31 in W 17.72 in D 43.31 in
Lumina Daphine Terra Led Floor Lamp in Matt Yellow by Tommaso Cimini
By Lumina, Tommaso Cimini
Located in Warsaw, PL
itself to countless uses in public and private places, from reading desks in libraries to pianos, from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 43.31 in W 17.72 in D 43.31 in
Lumina Daphine Terra LED Floor Lamp in Matt White by Tommaso Cimini
By Lumina, Tommaso Cimini
Located in Warsaw, PL
itself to countless uses in public and private places, from reading desks in libraries to pianos, from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Lumina Daphine Terra LED Floor Lamp in Black by Tommaso Cimini
By Tommaso Cimini, Lumina
Located in Warsaw, PL
itself to countless uses in public and private places, from reading desks in libraries to pianos, from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Lumina Daphine LED Table Lamp in Metallic Bronze by Tommaso Cimini
By Lumina, Tommaso Cimini
Located in Warsaw, PL
countless uses in public and private places, from reading desks in libraries to pianos, from jewellery
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Lumina Daphine Terra Led Floor Lamp in Metallic Bronze by Tommaso Cimini
By Lumina, Tommaso Cimini
Located in Warsaw, PL
itself to countless uses in public and private places, from reading desks in libraries to pianos, from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 43.31 in W 17.72 in D 43.31 in
Interior with Lady Reading - Scottish Edwardian 1910 art portrait oil painting
Located in London, GB
between a table and writing desk, reading a letter. The whole scene has multiple shades of blue - on the
Category
1910s Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vibrant Original Acrylic Painting 'Rainy Day' Interior Scene with Woman Reading
By Louis Recchia
Located in Denver, CO
, features a tranquil yet thought-provoking scene of a woman reading at a desk in a cozy interior. The
Category
1980s Folk Art Interior Paintings
Materials
Wood, Acrylic
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Reading Desk For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the reading desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and mahogany, every reading desk was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer reading desk, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A reading desk is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Georgian, Mid-Century Modern and Regency styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made reading desk over the years, but those crafted by Koch & Lowy, Artemide and Bausch & Lomb are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Reading Desk?
Prices for a reading desk start at $150 and top out at $28,000 with the average selling for $3,434.
Questions About Reading Desk
- What is a reading desk called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Reading desks are sometimes called lecterns because they are tall enough for a person to use while standing and they have a slanted top.