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Roll Top Desk Asian

Swedish Mid-Century Modern Roll Top Desk, circa 1960s
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Swedish mid century modern roll top desk, circa 1960s. Designed by Egon Ostergaard, for SMI Sweden
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Antique Hindu Bronze Temple Horse and Chariot Statue Toy on Wheels India
Located in North Hollywood, CA
top. This horse is heavy and the sculptural details are full of artisanal charm and irregularities
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Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

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19th century William IV mahogany roll top writing desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine quality English mahogany roll top desk circa 1830. Rare piece of English furniture we found on our travels to Sweden. Tambour roll top is in good working order. Top rolls back ...
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Golden Oak Secretary / Desk, Carvings, Mirror, Drawer, American, ca. 1900
Located in Petaluma, CA
This dazzling golden oak secretary/desk is feast for the eyes. The leaf drops down for use, and opens up displaying a little drawer and a bunch of cubby holes. Above the desk area is...
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Collinson & Lock. An Anglo-Japanese Mahogany Settee with carved & scrolled arms
By Collinson & Lock
Located in London, GB
Collinson and lock, possibly designed by E. W. Godwin. A fine Anglo-Japanese mahogany settee, with subtle Japonesque detailing to the back uprights, each arm turns out in the Japane...
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Small Moorish Style Mother of Pearl Midcentury French Stool with Arching Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
A petite Moorish style French mother of pearl stool from the Midcentury period, with arching accents. Discover the exotic allure of this petite Moorish-style French stool from the Mi...
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Mid-Century Modern Teak Rolltop Desk Bureau, 1960s
Located in Harlingen, TX
A vintage 1960's Swedish modern teak roll-top desk/bureau. Featuring a roll-up top, extendable desk surface, five storage cubbies, three upper drawers and four lower drawers with scu...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak Drop Front Desk Secretary in a Box, 1960-2000
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome MCM (a.k.a. Mid-Century Modern) vintage Scandinavian Modern drop front desk or secretary in a box. It is in wonderful vintage condition. There has been a small repair on the...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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A Moorish Style 1920s Moroccan Drinks Table with Bone Inlay and Lift Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Moorish style Moroccan drinks table from circa 1920 with abundant geometric bone inlay and lift top. This exquisite Moorish-style Moroccan drinks table from circa 1920 is a true ma...
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Midcentury Swedish Rolltop Secretary Desk by Egon Ostergaard
By Egon Ostergaard
Located in Detroit, MI
This iconic midcentury Swedish modern Egon Ostergaard teak cylinder rolltop secretary desk cabinet is circa 1960. The Classic Scandinavian Modern design has clean, Minimalist lines a...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Pair of 19th Century Baroque Full Bed, Original Four Poster Lisbon Bed
Located in Miami, FL
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Mid-Century Modern Teak Wood Roll Top Secretary Desk by Egon Ostergaard 1960s
By Egon Ostergaard
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Teak wood roll top desk made in Sweden, designed by Egon Ostergaard. Curved top opens upward to reveal divided cubbies and three small drawers (two black pulls on each end and a bras...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood, Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Pull Out Secretary Desk Chest of Drawers Dresser
By Dux of Sweden, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern teak pull out secretary desk chest of drawers dresser.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Moorish Tapestry with a 19th Century Orientalist Arabian Scene
By Aubusson Manufacture
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large Aubusson style european made tapestry with an orientalist 19th century scene depicting an Arabian sultan and other figures and Middle Eastern Moorish architecture in the backgr...
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Omann Jun Model 76 Teak Writing Desk
By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Scandinavian Model 76 desk by Omann Jun, circa 1970's. A clean linear design that will compliment any decor. Writing desk is finished on both sides, if placed in the center of a...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Moroccan Interiors Tashen Book by Lisa Lovatt-Smith
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Moroccan Interiors Tashen Book by Lisa Lovatt-Smith. A temptation to dream This book explores contemporary interiors in the sun-soaked land that stretches from the Sahara to the Med...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Books

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Antique Moroccan Moorish Hand painted Wall Door Sculpture or Mirror Frame
Located in Plainview, NY
An antique Moroccan moorish hand painted and wood carved door design wall decor, sculpture or mirror frame. Featuring exotic and intricate geometrical motifs reminiscent of the glori...
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20th Century Moorish Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood, Paint

1940s Moroccan Brass Tray Platter 23 in. Geometric and a Star of David Design
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A pished Moroccan brass tray is a stunning piece of traditional craftsmanship that showcases the rich artistic heritage of Morocco. It is meticously handcrafted by skilled artisans w...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moorish Metalwork

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Brass

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Quality 19th Century Military Campaign Camphor Wood Roll Top Writing Slope
Located in Benington, Herts
Quality 19th century military campaign camphor wood roll top writing slope This extremely good
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Antique Mid-19th Century Asian Chinese Export Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Chinese Export Gilt Black Lacquer Cylinder Roll Desk and Chair, 19th/20th C.
Located in Hudson, NY
Chinese export gilt black lacquer desk with a cylinder roll top supported on cabriole legs together
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Early 20th Century Furniture

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Wood

Rare Mid-Century Modern Action Desk by George Nelson Robert Propst Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Robert Propst
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Miller. The USA, circa 1960s. Beautiful original character/patina. Rolled top in walnut wood, with lots
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Aluminum, Chrome, Sheet Metal

Edward Wormley Bleached Mahogany & Turquoise Side Chair
By Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
for Dunbar. Excellent side/occasional chair or desk chair, slight Asian styling with yoke topped back
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Vintage 1950s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Cane

Unique French Wooden Tambour Room Divider
By SNSA
Located in Peekskill, NY
the feel of an old roll top desk and looks to be 1920s. It's also a bit Arts and Crafts. That's
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Edward Wormley Bleached and Glazed Mahogany Side Chair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
back by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Excellent side or occasional chair or desk chair, slight Asian
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Vintage 1950s American Chairs

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Cane, Mahogany, Naugahyde

19th Century Turkish Bath House Copper Kildan Soap Box
Located in Forney, TX
ornately chiseled gilt bronze ormolu mounted latch, the top opening to reveal pierced openwork bottom
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Antique 19th Century Decorative Boxes

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Brass, Copper

19th C China Trade Roll Top Lap Desk on Stand
Located in Charleston, SC
A early-19th century Asian hardwood lap desk on stand. A similar one is pictured in "The Decorative
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Desks

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Wood

Oak Roll Top Desk by Globe Wernicke
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Manchester, GB
A better quality fielded (beveled) paneled single sided roll top desk by Globe Wernicke in the
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Early 20th Century American Metalwork

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Brass

Oak Roll Top Desk by Globe Wernicke
Oak Roll Top Desk by Globe Wernicke
H 46.07 in W 35.83 in L 46.07 in
Antique Anglo-Indian or British Colonial Rosewood Roll Top Secretaire
Located in Singapore, SG
for its front drawers. The desk has a shaped back above a rectangular moulded top and a roll top
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Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Furniture

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Questions About Roll Top Desk Asian
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A roll top desk is a piece of furniture that has a wooden cover that can be pulled down when the desk is not in use. Shop a collection of roll top furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Roll-top desks are originally from the late 18th century in the Georgian era of England. By the middle of the Victorian era, they were found in most offices and produced on a large scale. Shop a range of antique roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sometimes, roll-top desks are called tambours, sliding roll desks or roll-up desks. However, roll-top is the most commonly used name. The style of desk became popular during the 19th century. You can find a range of roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A roll top desk kept small essentials and paperwork organized. The roll top design was ideal for business people to secure their desks at the end of the day without filing away their work. Browse a variety of roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A roll top desk can be worth anywhere between $3,000 to $6,000, depending on the condition, materials used and time of manufacturing. Roll top desks are expensive, as they are very popular on the antique furniture market and are considered timeless collectibles. Shop a range of antique and vintage roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.