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Antique Students Desk Victorian Lecturn Table
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Quirky antique Victorian students desk Could work also as a lecturn Top opens out to reveal
Category

1890s Antique Students Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Students Desk Victorian Lecturn Table
Antique Students Desk Victorian Lecturn Table

Antique Students Desk Victorian Lecturn Table

H 35 in W 18 in D 18 in
English Mahogany Student Desk
Located in Woodbury, CT
This desk features a gallery surround that walls off the ink and pen wells at the back area above
Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Students Desk

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Antique English Mahogany Student Desk
English Mahogany Student Desk

English Mahogany Student Desk

H 31.25 in W 25 in D 24 in
Small Delicate 1800s Victorian Student Desk Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
A Victorian period student desk lamp from about 1875 is solid brass, and was meant to burn oil or
Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Students Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Small Delicate 1800s Victorian Student Desk Lamp
Small Delicate 1800s Victorian Student Desk Lamp

Small Delicate 1800s Victorian Student Desk Lamp

H 20 in W 10 in D 6 in
Showy Nickel and Jeweled Student Desk Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is one of the more ornate student desk lamps we have offered. It highly ornate with decorative
Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Students Desk

Materials

Nickel

Antique Showy Nickel and Jeweled Student Desk Lamp
Showy Nickel and Jeweled Student Desk Lamp

Showy Nickel and Jeweled Student Desk Lamp

H 19 in W 20 in D 11 in
Antique Student Desk Lamp with Racing Green Glass Shade
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Antique Student Desk Lamp With Racing Green Glass Shade. Shade is adjustable by by height to offer
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Students Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Student Desk Lamp with Racing Green Glass Shade
Antique Student Desk Lamp with Racing Green Glass Shade

Antique Student Desk Lamp with Racing Green Glass Shade

H 22.25 in Dm 6.89 in
Victorian Off-White Enamel Fold-Top Sewing Table / Student Desk
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare Victorian Off-White Enameled Fold-Top Sewing Table that been used as Student Desk for
Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Students Desk

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Off-White Enamel Fold-Top Sewing Table / Student Desk
Victorian Off-White Enamel Fold-Top Sewing Table / Student Desk

Victorian Off-White Enamel Fold-Top Sewing Table / Student Desk

H 31.5 in W 29 in D 17 in
Tiffany & Co. Antique Bronze Argon Double Student Desk Lamp, Late 19th Century
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period double arm student desk lamp By Hinrichs of New
Category

Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Students Desk

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany & Co. Antique Bronze Argon Double Student Desk Lamp, Late 19th Century
Tiffany & Co. Antique Bronze Argon Double Student Desk Lamp, Late 19th Century

Tiffany & Co. Antique Bronze Argon Double Student Desk Lamp, Late 19th Century

H 19 in W 23 in D 8 in
Antique French Walnut Louis XVI Wall Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
in the library, study or as a student's desk! Drawers and cabinets provide the perfect amount of
Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Students Desk

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Walnut Louis XVI Wall Desk
Antique French Walnut Louis XVI Wall Desk

Antique French Walnut Louis XVI Wall Desk

H 49 in W 35.5 in D 20 in
19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Desk ~ Bureau Plat
Located in Dallas, TX
finial with winged handles to create visual interest. Ideal for the home office, student desk or
Category

Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Students Desk

Materials

Oak

Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Desk ~ Bureau Plat
19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Desk ~ Bureau Plat

19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Desk ~ Bureau Plat

H 32.5 in W 50.5 in D 29 in
Signed Bradley and Hubbard Double Student Lamp, Crowned Milk Glass Shades
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a beautiful newly wired Bradley and Hubbard double oil student's desk lamp. It moves up and
Category

Late 19th Century American American Classical Antique Students Desk

Materials

Brass

Signed Bradley and Hubbard Double Student Lamp, Crowned Milk Glass Shades
Signed Bradley and Hubbard Double Student Lamp, Crowned Milk Glass Shades

Signed Bradley and Hubbard Double Student Lamp, Crowned Milk Glass Shades

H 20 in W 26 in D 10 in
Student Pine Writing Table Slant Top Desk France, Early 20th C
Located in Labrit, Landes
French slant top desk writing table for student, circa 1950. Pine pupitre Good antique condition
Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Students Desk

Materials

Pine

Student Pine Writing Table Slant Top Desk France, Early 20th C
Student Pine Writing Table Slant Top Desk France, Early 20th C

Student Pine Writing Table Slant Top Desk France, Early 20th C

H 27.76 in W 21.66 in D 17.92 in
Antique Early American Country Farmhouse Slant Top School Student Writing Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique early American schoolhouse / country / farmhouse writing desk. Made of poplar featuring a
Category

Late 19th Century American Classical Antique Students Desk

Materials

Poplar

Antique Early American Country Farmhouse Slant Top School Student Writing Desk
Antique Early American Country Farmhouse Slant Top School Student Writing Desk

Antique Early American Country Farmhouse Slant Top School Student Writing Desk

H 32 in W 25 in D 18.5 in
Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Stained Glass Students Bureau, Book Case This is a b
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Stained Glass Students Bureau, Book Case This is a beautiful and very
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1890s Arts and Crafts Antique Students Desk

Materials

Oak

Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Stained Glass Students Bureau, Book Case This is a b
Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Stained Glass Students Bureau, Book Case This is a b

Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Stained Glass Students Bureau, Book Case This is a b

H 54 in W 37 in D 11 in
19th Century English Oak Secretary ~ Bookcase
Located in Dallas, TX
phenomenal choice as a student desk, it will serve your family faithfully for generations to come! Circa
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Late 19th Century English Chippendale Antique Students Desk

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Oak Secretary ~ Bookcase
19th Century English Oak Secretary ~ Bookcase

19th Century English Oak Secretary ~ Bookcase

H 83 in W 35 in D 20.5 in
18th Century English Country Secretary in Hand-Carved Oak
Located in Dallas, TX
student desk by simply dropping open the slant front! Completely carved from solid old-growth oak, it
Category

1790s English Neoclassical Antique Students Desk

Materials

Brass

18th Century English Country Secretary in Hand-Carved Oak
18th Century English Country Secretary in Hand-Carved Oak

18th Century English Country Secretary in Hand-Carved Oak

H 39 in W 32 in D 19.5 in
student's desk and chair combo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
a great Chinese oak student's chair and desk combo. nice lines, great for a laptop. Very nice
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Students Desk

student's desk and chair combo
student's desk and chair combo

student's desk and chair combo

H NaN in
Pitch Pine Student's Desk
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is a most unusual American pitch pine student’s desk, built to withstand the most vigorous use
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Late 19th Century American Antique Students Desk

Materials

Pine

Pitch Pine Student's Desk
Pitch Pine Student's Desk

Pitch Pine Student's Desk

H 36 in W 34.5 in D 22 in
Chinese Tall Student’s Desk, 19th Century
Located in San Marino, CA
A Chinese tall student’s desk with open storage compartment and seat.
Category

19th Century Antique Students Desk

Materials

Elm

Chinese Tall Student’s Desk, 19th Century
Chinese Tall Student’s Desk, 19th Century

Chinese Tall Student’s Desk, 19th Century

H 34.5 in W 22.75 in D 34 in
Tiffany Studios Student Desk Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Englewood, NJ
An American Art Nouveau bronze & glass Telescopic "Double Student" desk lamp by, Tiffany Studios
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Early 20th Century American Antique Students Desk

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios Student Desk Lamp

Tiffany Studios Student Desk Lamp

H 26 in W 14.5 in
Tiffany Studios Double Student Desk Lamp Base
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Englewood, NJ
An American Art Nouveau bronze and favrile telescopic "Double Student" desk lamp by, Tiffany
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Students Desk

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios Double Student Desk Lamp Base

Tiffany Studios Double Student Desk Lamp Base

H 26 in W 15 in D 1 in
Small Delicate 1800s Victorian Student Desk Lamp with Skirted Shade
Located in Peekskill, NY
A Victorian period student desk lamp from about 1875 is solid brass, and was meant to burn oil or
Category

19th Century American Victorian Antique Students Desk

Materials

Brass

Small Delicate 1800s Victorian Student Desk Lamp with Skirted Shade
Small Delicate 1800s Victorian Student Desk Lamp with Skirted Shade

Small Delicate 1800s Victorian Student Desk Lamp with Skirted Shade

H 29 in W 11.5 in D 7.5 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Bronze & Brass Mission Student Desk Lamp, Circa 1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts Mission student desk lamp offers bronze construction with shade having
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Students Desk

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

Antique Arts & Crafts Bronze & Brass Mission Student Desk Lamp, Circa 1920
Antique Arts & Crafts Bronze & Brass Mission Student Desk Lamp, Circa 1920

Antique Arts & Crafts Bronze & Brass Mission Student Desk Lamp, Circa 1920

H 24 in W 10 in D 5 in
Unique Chocolate Glass Student Desk Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
Victorian Brass Student lamp with original brown over white sandwich glass shade and clear glass
Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Students Desk

Materials

Brass

Unique Chocolate Glass Student Desk Lamp
Unique Chocolate Glass Student Desk Lamp

Unique Chocolate Glass Student Desk Lamp

H 8 in W 21.5 in D 12 in
Early Tiffany Studios Acorn Student/Desk Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Bronx, NY
This stylish vintage Tiffany Studios, New York original table lamp is beautifully designed with a colorful Acorn banded favrile art glass shade. This leaded shade decorates a patinat...
Category

Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Students Desk

Materials

Bronze

Early Tiffany Studios Acorn Student/Desk Lamp
Early Tiffany Studios Acorn Student/Desk Lamp

Early Tiffany Studios Acorn Student/Desk Lamp

H 25 in W 9.75 in D 16 in
Pierre Jeanneret Desk Compas Legs, Teck, Chandigarh, India, 1960
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
Stunning student desk in solid teak. Rectangular top with drop-down sides. Pair of compass side
Category

1690s Indian Mid-Century Modern Antique Students Desk

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Desk Compas Legs, Teck, Chandigarh, India, 1960
Pierre Jeanneret Desk Compas Legs, Teck, Chandigarh, India, 1960

Pierre Jeanneret Desk Compas Legs, Teck, Chandigarh, India, 1960

H 27.96 in W 24.02 in D 48.04 in
18th Century Rustic Farm Table
Located in Dallas, TX
a bad choice for a student desk!
Category

18th Century and Earlier Antique Students Desk

18th Century Rustic Farm Table
18th Century Rustic Farm Table

18th Century Rustic Farm Table

H 31 in W 47 in D 26.5 in
19th Century French Renaissance Writing Desk ~ End Table
Located in Dallas, TX
serves as a convenient student desk, writing table or library table. Hand-carved from solid oak, it
Category

1870s French Renaissance Antique Students Desk

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Renaissance Writing Desk ~ End Table
19th Century French Renaissance Writing Desk ~ End Table

19th Century French Renaissance Writing Desk ~ End Table

H 29 in W 37 in D 22.5 in
Vintage Fenton Double Arm Student Hurricane Lamp with Cranberry Shades
By Fenton Art Glass Company 1
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Vintage brass plated and glass electric double arm student desk hurricane lamp. Fitted with puffy
Category

Early 20th Century American Country Antique Students Desk

Materials

Brass

Vintage Fenton Double Arm Student Hurricane Lamp with Cranberry Shades
Vintage Fenton Double Arm Student Hurricane Lamp with Cranberry Shades

Vintage Fenton Double Arm Student Hurricane Lamp with Cranberry Shades

H 27 in W 24.5 in D 13.5 in
Pair of 1920's Desk Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pair of iron [bases] and aluminum [hoods]gooseneck desk lamps Eagle Student Desk Lamps
Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Students Desk

Materials

Iron, Aluminum, Metal

Pair of 1920's Desk Lamps
Pair of 1920's Desk Lamps

Pair of 1920's Desk Lamps

H 12 in Dm 4.5 in
Antique Industrial Work Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique industrial work table is ideal as a student's desk, a sofa table, or hall table, and a
Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Industrial Antique Students Desk

Materials

Steel

Antique Industrial Work Table
Antique Industrial Work Table

Antique Industrial Work Table

H 33.5 in W 58 in D 24.5 in
Pine Writing Table
Located in Baltimore, MD
natural distress resulting from decades of careful use. This piece is a perfect desk for a student dorm
Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Students Desk

Materials

Pine

Pine Writing Table
Pine Writing Table

Pine Writing Table

H 30 in W 42 in D 27 in
Brass Student or Desk Lamp with Green Ribbed Shade
Located in San Francisco, CA
Aladdin Style German Brass Kerosene Student Lamp, converted to electric. Manufacturer is Wild
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19th Century German Victorian Antique Students Desk

Materials

Brass

Brass Student or Desk Lamp with Green Ribbed Shade
Brass Student or Desk Lamp with Green Ribbed Shade

Brass Student or Desk Lamp with Green Ribbed Shade

H 21.5 in W 12.5 in D 12 in
Antique Brass Desk Lamp
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome brass desk or students lamp featuring a knights helmut a top the center post, brass shade
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Students Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Brass Desk Lamp
Antique Brass Desk Lamp

Antique Brass Desk Lamp

H 24 in W 12 in D 7.5 in
1800s Victorian Student Desk Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
A Victorian period student desk lamp from about 1875 is solid brass, and was meant to burn oil or
Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Students Desk

Materials

Brass

1800s Victorian Student Desk Lamp
1800s Victorian Student Desk Lamp

1800s Victorian Student Desk Lamp

H 25 in W 10 in D 6 in
1800s Jeweled Student Desk Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
Large ornate Jeweled Victorian Brass Student lamp with 13 cut glass stones and decorative cutouts
Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Students Desk

Materials

Copper

1800s Jeweled Student Desk Lamp
1800s Jeweled Student Desk Lamp

1800s Jeweled Student Desk Lamp

H 23.5 in W 10 in D 17 in
Victorian Era Student Desk Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a nice heavy and well made student lamp. It has a number of quality details in the castings
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Students Desk

Materials

Brass

Victorian Era Student Desk Lamp
Victorian Era Student Desk Lamp

Victorian Era Student Desk Lamp

H 22 in W 16 in D 10 in
Signed Bradley and Hubbard Double Student Lamp, Green Shades
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a beautiful newly wired Bradley and Hubbard double oil student's desk lamp. It moves up and
Category

Late 19th Century American Classical Antique Students Desk

Materials

Brass

Signed Bradley and Hubbard Double Student Lamp, Green Shades
Signed Bradley and Hubbard Double Student Lamp, Green Shades

Signed Bradley and Hubbard Double Student Lamp, Green Shades

H 20 in W 26 in D 10 in
19th Century Country French Rustic Stripped Secretary
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century country French rustic stripped secretary is great for the home office, a student desk
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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique Students Desk

Materials

Oak

19th Century Country French Rustic Stripped Secretary
19th Century Country French Rustic Stripped Secretary

19th Century Country French Rustic Stripped Secretary

H 81.5 in W 42 in D 14 in
Antique English Queen Anne Mahogany Secretary, Bookcase
Located in Dallas, TX
perfect choice as a student desk or a place to keep recipes, and much, much more! Circa early 1900s
Category

Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Antique Students Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique English Queen Anne Mahogany Secretary, Bookcase
Antique English Queen Anne Mahogany Secretary, Bookcase

Antique English Queen Anne Mahogany Secretary, Bookcase

H 81.5 in W 30 in D 18.5 in
Antique Country French Regence Style Secretary
Located in Dallas, TX
office, or a compact student's desk in the bedroom, or even in the family room to keep recipes and
Category

Early 20th Century French Régence Antique Students Desk

Materials

Oak

Antique Country French Regence Style Secretary
Antique Country French Regence Style Secretary

Antique Country French Regence Style Secretary

H 39 in W 33 in D 16.5 in
Antique Victorian Brass Amber Glass Students Parlor Desk Lamp Lantern
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian period converted electric student lamp that originally burned oil or kerosene
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Students Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Brass Amber Glass Students Parlor Desk Lamp Lantern
Antique Victorian Brass Amber Glass Students Parlor Desk Lamp Lantern

Antique Victorian Brass Amber Glass Students Parlor Desk Lamp Lantern

H 30.5 in W 15 in D 6.7 in
E. H. Stafford Mfg. Co. of Chicago School Desk, circa 1900
Located in Evergreen, CO
. Designed to serve as the desk for the student behind, it has a folding seat, tray, ink well hole, and
Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Students Desk

Materials

Iron

E. H. Stafford Mfg. Co. of Chicago School Desk, circa 1900
E. H. Stafford Mfg. Co. of Chicago School Desk, circa 1900

E. H. Stafford Mfg. Co. of Chicago School Desk, circa 1900

H 31 in W 24 in L 31 in
Brass Student Desk Lamp
Located in Middleburg, VA
English Brass student desk lamp with glass shade. Lamp has been re-wired.
Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Students Desk

Materials

Brass

Brass Student Desk Lamp
Brass Student Desk Lamp

Brass Student Desk Lamp

H 22 in W 12 in D 7 in
Swiss Steel Student Desk
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Beautifully patinated steel desk/table from a Swiss school.
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Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Students Desk

Swiss Steel Student Desk
Swiss Steel Student Desk

Swiss Steel Student Desk

H 30.75 in W 47.25 in D 24.75 in
Emeralite Student Desk Lamp
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Emeralite Lamp Co. which folded at the onset of the Great Depression. Most notable for the student and
Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Students Desk

Materials

Glass

Emeralite Student Desk Lamp
Emeralite Student Desk Lamp

Emeralite Student Desk Lamp

H 16 in W 9 in D 9 in
School Desk by Hammer & Co. London
Located in Solebury, PA
This single sized writing or student desk was made by one of the early school furnishings
Category

Early 20th Century British Gothic Revival Antique Students Desk

School Desk by Hammer & Co. London
School Desk by Hammer & Co. London

School Desk by Hammer & Co. London

H 33 in W 32 in D 21 in
Antique English student's chest/desk. Mahogany.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English student's chest/desk. Mahogany.
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19th Century English Antique Students Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Antique English student's chest/desk. Mahogany.
Antique English student's chest/desk. Mahogany.

Antique English student's chest/desk. Mahogany.

H 30 in W 32 in D 18.25 in
1920's Bronze Bouilotte Desk Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bouilotte style student desk lamp from USA in the early 20th century. Very high quality with a
Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Students Desk

Materials

Bronze

1920's Bronze Bouilotte Desk Lamp
1920's Bronze Bouilotte Desk Lamp

1920's Bronze Bouilotte Desk Lamp

H 25 in Dm 5 in
Early 20th Century Lacquered Hanging Cabinet
By Rowley Gallery
Located in London, GB
An unusual green painted wall-mounted student’s desk by the Rowley Gallery. The front decorated
Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Students Desk

Materials

Lacquer

Early 20th Century Lacquered Hanging Cabinet
Early 20th Century Lacquered Hanging Cabinet

Early 20th Century Lacquered Hanging Cabinet

H 39.75 in W 20.75 in D 3.25 in
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  • What is an antique student lamp?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    An antique student lamp is a desk lamp that features a tube-shaped stem and one or two arms. Each arm has its own shade. The design of the student lamp allows it to direct light downward onto a surface for reading. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of student lamps.
  • What are antique desks called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What antique desks are called depends on their design. A desk with chair cutouts on both sides is a partner desk, while one with a pull-down writing surface is a secretary. On a Davenport desk, the desktop lifts to reveal a storage area. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary desks on 1stDibs.
  • What is an antique Davenport desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique Davenport desk is a small writing desk, usually with four drawers on one side. The desk would have elaborately decorated supports and a recessed space for adequate legroom. Shop a collection of Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Davenport desk is a type of small desk with a distinct inclined desktop. The desktop covers a large storage compartment meant for keeping paper and other writing materials. Popular in the 19th century, Davenport desks are still sought after today. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • How do I know if my roll top desk is antique?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.
  • How do I know if my antique roll top desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • How much is my antique secretary desk worth?
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    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    An antique secretary desk will range in value depending on its authenticity and condition. The price can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. On 1stDibs find the antique secretary desk you’re looking for today.