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Scrivania Brass & Lacquer Signed Writing Desk by Willy Rizzo, Italy, ca. 1972
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Geneva, CH
Beautiful elegant brass and dark brown lacquered wood desk "Scrivania" signed on the bottom of the
Category

1970s Italian Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Brass

Retro Scrivania Brass & Lacquer Signed Writing Desk by Willy Rizzo, Italy, ca. 1972
Scrivania Brass & Lacquer Signed Writing Desk by Willy Rizzo, Italy, ca. 1972

Scrivania Brass & Lacquer Signed Writing Desk by Willy Rizzo, Italy, ca. 1972

H 29.53 in W 59.45 in D 27.56 in
Breitling Retail Store Display Advertising Sign
By Breitling
Located in Forney, TX
sign. Rare large free-standing example, only given to select dealers, featuring a tall rectangular
Category

Late 20th Century Industrial Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Retro Breitling Retail Store Display Advertising Sign
Breitling Retail Store Display Advertising Sign

Breitling Retail Store Display Advertising Sign

H 29.5 in W 24.5 in D 5.5 in
Schweppes Table Waters Oak Trade Sign Board
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Schweppes table waters oak trade sign board This charming Oak Trade Sign would have been hung
Category

Mid-20th Century Arts and Crafts Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Oak

Retro Schweppes Table Waters Oak Trade Sign Board
Schweppes Table Waters Oak Trade Sign Board

Schweppes Table Waters Oak Trade Sign Board

H 31 in W 18 in D 2 in
Harvey Probber Writing Desk- Signed
By Harvey Probber
Located in Trenton, NJ
This impressive mid-century modern writing desk from Harvey Probber features a striking yet simple
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Wood

Retro Harvey Probber Writing Desk- Signed
Harvey Probber Writing Desk- Signed

Harvey Probber Writing Desk- Signed

H 30 in W 48 in D 18.5 in
Italian modern Wall light sign by Lane Marzotto in plastic and metal, 1990s
Located in MIlano, IT
sign with rounded corners. On the central plastic panel there is the writing Lane Marzotto in gray and
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Metal

Retro Italian modern Wall light sign by Lane Marzotto in plastic and metal, 1990s
Italian modern Wall light sign by Lane Marzotto in plastic and metal, 1990s

Italian modern Wall light sign by Lane Marzotto in plastic and metal, 1990s

H 17.72 in W 27.56 in D 3.15 in
Vintage Writing Desk, 1970´S, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This Vintage writing desk was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1970´s. It´s made of
Category

Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Iron

Retro Writing Desk, 1970´S, Czechoslovakia
Vintage Writing Desk, 1970´S, Czechoslovakia

Vintage Writing Desk, 1970´S, Czechoslovakia

H 30.32 in W 53.15 in D 27.56 in
Vintage Writing Desk, 1970's, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This Vintage writing desk was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1970´s. It's made of
Category

Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Iron

Retro Writing Desk, 1970's, Czechoslovakia
Vintage Writing Desk, 1970's, Czechoslovakia

Vintage Writing Desk, 1970's, Czechoslovakia

H 30.32 in W 59.06 in D 27.56 in
LANE Altavista Mahogany Chippendale Bookmatched Writing Desk
By Lane Furniture
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Chippendale style writing desk by Lane Furniture. Mahogany with brass hardware, a banded
Category

Late 20th Century American Chippendale Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Brass

Retro LANE Altavista Mahogany Chippendale Bookmatched Writing Desk
LANE Altavista Mahogany Chippendale Bookmatched Writing Desk

LANE Altavista Mahogany Chippendale Bookmatched Writing Desk

H 31.25 in W 41.5 in D 22 in
Midcentury Formica Writing Desk, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid century writing desk with one drawer. It has chromed legs and formica top. Very simple
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Chrome

Retro Midcentury Formica Writing Desk, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia
Midcentury Formica Writing Desk, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia

Midcentury Formica Writing Desk, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia

H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 23.63 in
Kittinger Colonial Williamsburg Collection Mahogany Writing Table
By Kittinger Furniture Company
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
signs of age and wear as shown.
Category

1970s American Chippendale Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Mahogany

Kittinger Colonial Williamsburg Collection Mahogany Writing Table
Kittinger Colonial Williamsburg Collection Mahogany Writing Table

Kittinger Colonial Williamsburg Collection Mahogany Writing Table

H 29.75 in W 42 in D 21 in
HERITAGE Walnut English Tudor Barley Twist Writing Desk
By Heritage Furniture
Located in Charlotte, NC
An English Tudor style writing desk by Heritage Furniture. Walnut with banded bevelled edge top
Category

Mid-20th Century American Tudor Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Brass

HERITAGE Walnut English Tudor Barley Twist Writing Desk
HERITAGE Walnut English Tudor Barley Twist Writing Desk

HERITAGE Walnut English Tudor Barley Twist Writing Desk

H 29.25 in W 76 in D 30 in
Giovanni Battista Bassi Asymmetrical writing desk Italy 1950
By Giovanni Bassi
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful a-symmetrical writing desk-table designed by Giovanni Battista Bassi and made in Italy in
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Hardwood

Giovanni Battista Bassi Asymmetrical writing desk Italy 1950
Giovanni Battista Bassi Asymmetrical writing desk Italy 1950

Giovanni Battista Bassi Asymmetrical writing desk Italy 1950

H 29.53 in W 86.62 in D 30.32 in
Warren Platner Writing Desk with Black Leather Top
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, writing desk, leather, metal, oak, United States, design 1973 This heavy
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

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
Guillerme & Chambron Writing Desk in Oak and Leather
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, writing desk, oak, leather, France, 1960s. This desk is
Category

1960s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Leather, Oak

Guillerme & Chambron Writing Desk in Oak and Leather
Guillerme & Chambron Writing Desk in Oak and Leather

Guillerme & Chambron Writing Desk in Oak and Leather

H 29.53 in W 49.41 in D 28.55 in
Venetian Painted Italian Louis XV Style Writing Table
Located in Forney, TX
A most charming vintage, circa 1960, Italian Venetian writing table (desk - vanity - console) with
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Paint

Venetian Painted Italian Louis XV Style Writing Table
Venetian Painted Italian Louis XV Style Writing Table

Venetian Painted Italian Louis XV Style Writing Table

H 29.5 in W 41 in D 20.5 in
Guillerme & Chambron Writing Desks in Oak and Leather
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, writing desks, oak, leather, France, 1960s. This set of
Category

1960s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Leather, Oak

Guillerme & Chambron Writing Desks in Oak and Leather
Guillerme & Chambron Writing Desks in Oak and Leather

Guillerme & Chambron Writing Desks in Oak and Leather

H 29.53 in W 49.41 in D 28.75 in
Industrial Iron Writing Desk from the 1950s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
condition, it shows signs of wear and tear, nice patina.    
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Iron

Industrial Iron Writing Desk from the 1950s, Czechoslovakia
Industrial Iron Writing Desk from the 1950s, Czechoslovakia

Industrial Iron Writing Desk from the 1950s, Czechoslovakia

H 38.19 in W 59.06 in D 24.02 in
Elegant graceful French writing table by Jacques Quinet. 1950s.
By Jacques Quinet
Located in Köln, NW
Elegant writing desk / lady's desk by Jacques Quinet, France circa 1950. Bronze sabots, brass
Category

1950s French Minimalist Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Brass

Elegant graceful French writing table by Jacques Quinet. 1950s.
Elegant graceful French writing table by Jacques Quinet. 1950s.

Elegant graceful French writing table by Jacques Quinet. 1950s.

H 28.9 in W 35.4 in D 20.9 in
Czechoslovak Midcentury Chrome and Formica Writing Desk, 1950s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Midcentury writing desk with three plastic drawer. It has a construction of chrome pipes and a
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Czechoslovak Midcentury Chrome and Formica Writing Desk, 1950s, Czechoslovakia
Czechoslovak Midcentury Chrome and Formica Writing Desk, 1950s, Czechoslovakia

Czechoslovak Midcentury Chrome and Formica Writing Desk, 1950s, Czechoslovakia

H 27.56 in W 35.44 in D 23.63 in
Mid-Century Writing Desk, 1960's, Czechoslovakia, Brussels Period
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid-century writing desk, made in Czechoslovakia, 1960's. Walnut wood, formica surface on the top
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Formica, Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Writing Desk, 1960's, Czechoslovakia, Brussels Period
Mid-Century Writing Desk, 1960's, Czechoslovakia, Brussels Period

Mid-Century Writing Desk, 1960's, Czechoslovakia, Brussels Period

H 31.11 in W 46.46 in D 27.56 in
Luciano Frigerio Presidential Writing Desk in Walnut, Italy 1970s
By Luciano Frigerio, Luciano Frigerio di Desio
Located in Almelo, NL
Luciano Frigerio Presidential Writing Desk in Walnut, Italy 1960s This is a rare presidential
Category

1970s Italian Brutalist Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Granite

Luciano Frigerio Presidential Writing Desk in Walnut, Italy 1970s
Luciano Frigerio Presidential Writing Desk in Walnut, Italy 1970s

Luciano Frigerio Presidential Writing Desk in Walnut, Italy 1970s

H 30.32 in W 78.75 in D 31.5 in
20th Century Wood French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1960s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
(see photo) with some signs of wear which gives even more charm to the piece of furniture. Writing desk
Category

1960s French Louis XV Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Wood

20th Century Wood French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1960s
20th Century Wood French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1960s

20th Century Wood French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1960s

H 30.32 in W 47.25 in D 26.78 in
20th Century Wood French Napoleon III Style Writing Desk, 1950s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
French writing desk from the mid-20th century. Furniture of beautiful lines and pleasant
Category

1950s French Napoleon III Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Wood

20th Century Wood French Napoleon III Style Writing Desk, 1950s
20th Century Wood French Napoleon III Style Writing Desk, 1950s

20th Century Wood French Napoleon III Style Writing Desk, 1950s

H 30.32 in W 47.25 in D 26.78 in
Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl Directors Writing Desk in Fiberglass
By Wilhelm Werndl, Ernest Igl
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl, Directors writing desk, fiberglass, Germany, 1970s This design
Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Fiberglass

Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl Directors Writing Desk in Fiberglass
Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl Directors Writing Desk in Fiberglass

Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl Directors Writing Desk in Fiberglass

H 32.09 in W 70.67 in D 31.5 in
Søborg Møbler ‘model 130’ teak & beech writing desk – Børge Mogensen
By Soborg Mobler, Børge Mogensen
Located in Heerhugowaard, NL
Free standing writing desk with model no. 130 designed by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler of
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Beech, Teak

Søborg Møbler ‘model 130’ teak & beech writing desk – Børge Mogensen
Søborg Møbler ‘model 130’ teak & beech writing desk – Børge Mogensen

Søborg Møbler ‘model 130’ teak & beech writing desk – Børge Mogensen

H 28.75 in W 57.09 in D 28.35 in
Beautiful Yew And Brass Military Secretary Campaign Chest Writing Table
Located in Crawley, GB
offer a hidden writing table with leather insert and two small drawers and two large hidden compartment
Category

Mid-20th Century British Campaign Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Yew And Brass Military Secretary Campaign Chest Writing Table
Beautiful Yew And Brass Military Secretary Campaign Chest Writing Table

Beautiful Yew And Brass Military Secretary Campaign Chest Writing Table

H 32.68 in W 20.08 in D 14.97 in
20th Century Lacquered and Painted Wood Italian Writing Desk, 1930
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian writing desk from the mid-20th century. Furniture in carved, lacquered and gilded wood of
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Wood

20th Century Lacquered and Painted Wood Italian Writing Desk, 1930
20th Century Lacquered and Painted Wood Italian Writing Desk, 1930

20th Century Lacquered and Painted Wood Italian Writing Desk, 1930

H 32.29 in W 58.67 in D 29.53 in
20th Century Carved and Chiseled Wood French Writing Desk, 1960
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Large French writing desk of the 20th century. Furniture of great size and impact carved and
Category

1960s French Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Wood

20th Century Carved and Chiseled Wood French Writing Desk, 1960
20th Century Carved and Chiseled Wood French Writing Desk, 1960

20th Century Carved and Chiseled Wood French Writing Desk, 1960

H 29.93 in W 72.84 in D 35.44 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

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

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
HENKEL HARRIS 2703 CD Connoisseur Distressed Mahogany Queen Anne Writing Desk
By Henkel Harris
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Queen Anne style writing desk by Henkel Harris, of Winchester, Virginia, USA. Solid mahogany with
Category

Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Brass

HENKEL HARRIS 2703 CD Connoisseur Distressed Mahogany Queen Anne Writing Desk
HENKEL HARRIS 2703 CD Connoisseur Distressed Mahogany Queen Anne Writing Desk

HENKEL HARRIS 2703 CD Connoisseur Distressed Mahogany Queen Anne Writing Desk

H 32 in W 42 in D 21 in
Vintage Heckman English Chippendale Tooled Leather Top Cabriole Leg Writing Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Heckman English Chippendale Style Tooled Leather Top Cabriole Leg Writing Desk Vintage
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Vintage Heckman English Chippendale Tooled Leather Top Cabriole Leg Writing Desk
Vintage Heckman English Chippendale Tooled Leather Top Cabriole Leg Writing Desk

Vintage Heckman English Chippendale Tooled Leather Top Cabriole Leg Writing Desk

H 30 in W 58 in D 29 in
Mid century formica writing desk or side table, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid century writing desk or side table, it features a formica surface and chromed legs and one
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid century formica writing desk or side table, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia
Mid century formica writing desk or side table, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia

Mid century formica writing desk or side table, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia

H 30.32 in W 43.31 in D 27.56 in
Warren Platner for Knoll Writing Desk in Cherry and Black Leather
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, writing desk, cherry, chrome-plated metal, black leather, United States
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

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
20th Century Lacquered Wood Italian Louis XVI Style Writing Desk, 1950
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Large Italian writing desk from the mid-20th century. Furniture in carved and lacquered wood in
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XVI Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Wood

20th Century Lacquered Wood Italian Louis XVI Style Writing Desk, 1950
20th Century Lacquered Wood Italian Louis XVI Style Writing Desk, 1950

20th Century Lacquered Wood Italian Louis XVI Style Writing Desk, 1950

H 31.5 in W 57.88 in D 30.71 in
Vintage Vanity / Writing Desk With Chair by Morris of California. Circa 1960s
By Morris of California
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Campaign Style Vanity / Writing Desk With Chair by Morris of California. Circa 1960s
Category

1960s American Campaign Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Wood

Vintage Vanity / Writing Desk With Chair by Morris of California. Circa 1960s
Vintage Vanity / Writing Desk With Chair by Morris of California. Circa 1960s

Vintage Vanity / Writing Desk With Chair by Morris of California. Circa 1960s

H 19 in W 48 in D 20 in
20th Century Inlaid Wood Gold Bronze Italian Napoleon III Style Writing Desk
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian writing desk from 20th century. Napoleon III style furniture inlaid and veneered in walnut
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Napoleon III Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Inlaid Wood Gold Bronze Italian Napoleon III Style Writing Desk
20th Century Inlaid Wood Gold Bronze Italian Napoleon III Style Writing Desk

20th Century Inlaid Wood Gold Bronze Italian Napoleon III Style Writing Desk

H 32.68 in W 63 in D 33.86 in
20th Century Inlaid Wood Gold Bronze French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1960s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian writing desk from the mid-20th century. Wavy and rounded furniture, in Louis XV style
Category

1960s French Louis XV Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Inlaid Wood Gold Bronze French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1960s
20th Century Inlaid Wood Gold Bronze French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1960s

20th Century Inlaid Wood Gold Bronze French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1960s

H 31.5 in W 51.97 in D 28.35 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Secretaire Writing Bureau Desk by G plan Danish Style
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An impressive vintage teak writing bureau by G Plan. The angled fall flap enclosed a fitted
Category

1970s English Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Modern Vintage Secretaire Writing Bureau Desk by G plan Danish Style
Mid Century Modern Vintage Secretaire Writing Bureau Desk by G plan Danish Style

Mid Century Modern Vintage Secretaire Writing Bureau Desk by G plan Danish Style

H 44 in W 29.5 in D 18 in
Unique Writing Desk with Black and White Stone Veneer and Brass Inlays
Located in Budapest, HU
, and featuring a total of six drawers arranged in a staggered configuration. Signs of wear and tear
Category

1970s Unknown Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Stone, Brass

Unique Writing Desk with Black and White Stone Veneer and Brass Inlays
Unique Writing Desk with Black and White Stone Veneer and Brass Inlays

Unique Writing Desk with Black and White Stone Veneer and Brass Inlays

H 30.32 in W 68.9 in D 27.56 in
20th Century Lacquered and Painted Wood French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1950
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
covering with various signs of wear that give even more charm to the piece of furniture. Ideal desk to be
Category

1950s French Louis XV Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Wood

20th Century Lacquered and Painted Wood French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1950
20th Century Lacquered and Painted Wood French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1950

20th Century Lacquered and Painted Wood French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1950

H 29.93 in W 50.4 in D 28.75 in
Modern Studio Steel Desk Signed and Dated 1995
By RP
Located in Miami, FL
flower vase. Signed as pictured.
Category

Late 20th Century American Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Steel, Enamel

Modern Studio Steel Desk Signed and Dated 1995
Modern Studio Steel Desk Signed and Dated 1995

Modern Studio Steel Desk Signed and Dated 1995

H 30 in W 62 in D 36 in
Restored Rare Early Florence Knoll Model 17 Louvered Maple Desk Signed Madison
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with three large drawers, topped by a neatly trimmed writing surface. The louvered drawers allow the
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Maple

Restored Rare Early Florence Knoll Model 17 Louvered Maple Desk Signed Madison
Restored Rare Early Florence Knoll Model 17 Louvered Maple Desk Signed Madison

Restored Rare Early Florence Knoll Model 17 Louvered Maple Desk Signed Madison

H 29 in W 48 in D 24 in
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Desk Skovby Møbelfabrik 55" Wide Signed 1970
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in Portland, OR
A good Mid Century Modern Danish teak desk, Skovby Møbelfabrik, 1970. The desk is made from well figured teak, on the left side is a bank of three drawers, the desk is joined with a ...
Category

1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Desk Skovby Møbelfabrik 55" Wide Signed 1970
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Desk Skovby Møbelfabrik 55" Wide Signed 1970

Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Desk Skovby Møbelfabrik 55" Wide Signed 1970

H 28.5 in W 55 in D 29.75 in
George Nelson for Herman Miller Side Table, Work Table or Small Desk, Signed
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Doylestown, PA
veneer with a brushed aluminum base and a white laminate top. Signed on the underside. Knee clearance is
Category

1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Side Table, Work Table or Small Desk, Signed
George Nelson for Herman Miller Side Table, Work Table or Small Desk, Signed

George Nelson for Herman Miller Side Table, Work Table or Small Desk, Signed

H 25.5 in W 32 in D 18.5 in
Mid-Century Danish Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjaernulf
By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Solid oak writing desk complete with drawers, attributed to the Danish furniture designer Henning
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Danish Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjaernulf
Mid-Century Danish Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjaernulf

Mid-Century Danish Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjaernulf

H 28.75 in W 66.15 in D 30.32 in
Swedish Modern Walnut Desk, Jarnforsens Kontorsmöbler, Stockholm, Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish Modern freestanding writing desk, in striking walnut, Circa 1960s, produced and sold by
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Walnut

Swedish Modern Walnut Desk, Jarnforsens Kontorsmöbler, Stockholm, Circa 1960s
Swedish Modern Walnut Desk, Jarnforsens Kontorsmöbler, Stockholm, Circa 1960s

Swedish Modern Walnut Desk, Jarnforsens Kontorsmöbler, Stockholm, Circa 1960s

H 5 in W 74.75 in D 39.5 in
Oval Desk Consolle Table in the style of Giotto Stoppino, Tubular Steel & Wood
By Bernini, Giotto Stoppino
Located in Roma, IT
top of this Mid-20th century Writing Desk is of high quality, 6cm thick and decorated with a modernist
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Steel

Oval Desk Consolle Table in the style of Giotto Stoppino, Tubular Steel & Wood
Oval Desk Consolle Table in the style of Giotto Stoppino, Tubular Steel & Wood

Oval Desk Consolle Table in the style of Giotto Stoppino, Tubular Steel & Wood

H 31.3 in W 55.91 in D 24.22 in
Italian modern Lacquered wood and chromed metal desk by D.I.D., 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
top in black lacquered wood. There is a writing desk with chromed metal detail on the bottom, which
Category

1970s Italian Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Metal

Italian modern Lacquered wood and chromed metal desk by D.I.D., 1970s
Italian modern Lacquered wood and chromed metal desk by D.I.D., 1970s

Italian modern Lacquered wood and chromed metal desk by D.I.D., 1970s

H 29.73 in W 51.38 in D 27.56 in
Peter Løvig Nielsen for Hedensted Møbelfabrik 'Boomerang' Desk in Teak
By Peter Løvig Nielsen, Hedensted Møbelfabrik
Located in Waalwijk, NL
. Beautifully formed teak writing desk designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen and produced by Hedensted Møbelfabrik. A
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Brass

Peter Løvig Nielsen for Hedensted Møbelfabrik 'Boomerang' Desk in Teak
Peter Løvig Nielsen for Hedensted Møbelfabrik 'Boomerang' Desk in Teak

Peter Løvig Nielsen for Hedensted Møbelfabrik 'Boomerang' Desk in Teak

H 29.22 in W 58.51 in D 34.77 in
Mid-Century Modern Black Vintage Desk Platone Giancarlo Piretti, 1969, Italy
By Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Vienna, AT
moulds for the writing material. The overall condition is very good with some minor signs of wear due the
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Black Vintage Desk Platone Giancarlo Piretti, 1969, Italy
Mid-Century Modern Black Vintage Desk Platone Giancarlo Piretti, 1969, Italy

Mid-Century Modern Black Vintage Desk Platone Giancarlo Piretti, 1969, Italy

H 27.17 in W 32.29 in D 25.4 in
Mid-Century Louis XVI Style Inlaid Wood Desk, France 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
condition, small signs of aging. We guarantee adequate packaging and will ship via DHL, insuring the
Category

1960s French Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Louis XVI Style Inlaid Wood Desk, France 1960s
Mid-Century Louis XVI Style Inlaid Wood Desk, France 1960s

Mid-Century Louis XVI Style Inlaid Wood Desk, France 1960s

H 29.53 in W 37.41 in D 20.28 in
Minimal Danish Designed Teak Desk By Peter Hvidt
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Oakland, CA
Moblefabrik, circa 1960 Denmark, is constructed with a four-drawer design including pull-out glass writing
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Teak

Minimal Danish Designed Teak Desk By Peter Hvidt
Minimal Danish Designed Teak Desk By Peter Hvidt

Minimal Danish Designed Teak Desk By Peter Hvidt

H 28.75 in W 43.3 in D 25.5 in
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Desk
Located in Gardiner, NY
refinished condition with very few signs of age-related wear (see photos). If you would like any additional
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Teak

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Desk
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Desk

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Desk

H 29.5 in W 49.5 in D 21.75 in
Vintage office desk, Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy 1960s
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
in very good conditions with only few signs of time. Standard size: 180cm . Maximum with drawers
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Steel

Vintage office desk, Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy 1960s
Vintage office desk, Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy 1960s

Vintage office desk, Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy 1960s

H 31.11 in W 70.87 in D 33.08 in
Modular Desk Set with Black Glass Top by Mojmir Pozar, 1960s, Set of 3
By M. Požár
Located in Żory, PL
original, good condition, with minor signs of use, scratches on the glass, etc.
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Glass, Wood

Modular Desk Set with Black Glass Top by Mojmir Pozar, 1960s, Set of 3
Modular Desk Set with Black Glass Top by Mojmir Pozar, 1960s, Set of 3

Modular Desk Set with Black Glass Top by Mojmir Pozar, 1960s, Set of 3

H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Frank Lloyd Wright S.C. Johnson 617 Desk licensed by Cassina
By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Company in Wisconsin. This all original example dates from the late 1980s and is signed and numbered. Done
Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Steel

Frank Lloyd Wright S.C. Johnson 617 Desk licensed by Cassina
Frank Lloyd Wright S.C. Johnson 617 Desk licensed by Cassina

Frank Lloyd Wright S.C. Johnson 617 Desk licensed by Cassina

H 39 in W 84 in D 35 in
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Desk
Located in Gardiner, NY
refinished condition with few signs of age-related wear (see photos). If you would like any additional
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Teak

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Desk
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Desk

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Desk

H 29.25 in W 48.75 in D 25.25 in
Free-Standing Corner Desk in Solid Wengé
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Free-standing writing desk, solid wengé, Northern Europe, 1960s This rectangular shaped table is
Category

1960s European Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Wenge

Free-Standing Corner Desk in Solid Wengé
Free-Standing Corner Desk in Solid Wengé

Free-Standing Corner Desk in Solid Wengé

H 28.15 in W 77.96 in D 38.39 in
Jules Wabbes Corner Desk with Drawers in Mutenyé
By Jules Wabbes
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jules Wabbes, corner writing desk, mutenyé, nickel-plated metal, aluminum, Belgium, 1957
Category

1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Chrome, Nickel

Jules Wabbes Corner Desk with Drawers in Mutenyé
Jules Wabbes Corner Desk with Drawers in Mutenyé

Jules Wabbes Corner Desk with Drawers in Mutenyé

H 29.34 in W 80.71 in D 47.25 in
Desk Model Nr. 75, Omann Jun.
Located in Neuss, NW
Denmark, manufacturer: Omann Jun. Condition & Size Good restored condition with slight signs of usage.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Sign Writing

Materials

Wood

Desk Model Nr. 75, Omann Jun.
Desk Model Nr. 75, Omann Jun.

Desk Model Nr. 75, Omann Jun.

H 74 in W 153 in D 80 in
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