Find many varieties of an authentic rounded writing desk available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of
wood,
hardwood and
elm, every rounded writing desk was constructed with great care. Find 13 options for an antique or vintage rounded writing desk now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the rounded writing desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A rounded writing desk, designed in the
Mid-Century Modern,
Art Deco or
Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one rounded writing desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but
Bartoli Design,
Laurameroni and
Jens Risom 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.