What is a roll top desk?

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.

What is a roll top desk called?

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.

What do you call the leather top on a desk?

The leather top on a desk is usually just called a leather top. However, some people refer to it as a leather insert or leather writing surface. The thin pieces of leather that go into making leather-top desks are known as skivers. Shop a variety of desks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the point of a roll top desk?

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.

Can I paint a leather desk top?

Yes, you can paint a leather desk top. You can transform an old leather desk top and add visual appeal with easy-to-use leather paint. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with a furniture restorer or related professional for help. Find a variety of leather desk tops on 1stDibs.

What era are roll top desks from?

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.

How do I know if my roll top desk is antique?

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 much is a roll top desk worth?

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.

How do I know if my antique roll top desk?

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.

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$3,800

Antique Anglo-Indian Vizagapatam Stag Antler Horn Slope Top Writing Desk c 1800s

Located in Highwood, IL

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Located in Debenham, Suffolk

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$1,979

A Rare C19th Anglo Indian Antler And Vizagapatam Writing Slope

Located in London, GB

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$2,183

Charming Georgian Elm Childs Desk

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

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Antique Early 18th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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19th century victorian burr walnut desk top writing slope

$1,494

19th century victorian burr walnut desk top writing slope

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century victorian burr walnut desk top writing slope circa 1870. Fine quality english made victorian writing slope.

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Italian Painted Slope-Top Lap Desk

Located in Natchez, MS

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H 9.5 in W 25 in D 16 in

17th Century Oak Box with Original Quill Drawer

Located in London, GB

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19th Century Substantial French Slope Top Desk

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H 49 in W 63 in D 25.5 in

19th Century Substantial French Slope Top Desk

Located in Calgary, Alberta

19th century substantial Parisian slope top desk, possibly a bank tellers desk. The back is equipped with seven filing slots and four very big drawers.

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Antique 19th Century French Desks

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Wood

Vintage Industrial Sloped Top Desk

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H 37 in W 42 in D 23 in

Vintage Industrial Sloped Top Desk

Located in Calgary, Alberta

Large and very solid early 20th century industrial sloped front pine desk.

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Wood

Chinese Red Lacquer Style Small Louis XV Style Slope Top Desk, circa 1900

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H 35.83 in W 20.87 in D 13.78 in

Chinese Red Lacquer Style Small Louis XV Style Slope Top Desk, circa 1900

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Louis XV style slope top desk in red Chinese style lacquer with golden highlights on all his sides, standing on four curved legs.

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H 34.75 in W 41 in D 26.5 in

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Located in Calgary, Alberta

Antique French slope topped desk with pigeon hole compartments and a great patina.

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19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Desk Top Writing Slope

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H 5 in W 12 in D 10.3 in

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Desk Top Writing Slope

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century Victorian burr walnut desk top writing slope, circa 1870. Fine quality English made Victorian writing slope.

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Quality 19th Century Military Campaign Camphor Wood Roll Top Writing Slope

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H 11.23 in W 21.07 in D 16.74 in

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 quality Chinese export camphor wood metamorphic writing slope / lap desk dating to cir...

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English 19th Century Writing Table with Two Large Front Drawers and Sloped Top

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H 33.5 in W 48 in D 21.75 in

English 19th Century Writing Table with Two Large Front Drawers and Sloped Top

Located in Santa Monica, CA

English 19th century writing table with two large front drawers and sloped table top.

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Pine Work Desk, circa 1870

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H 49 in W 60 in D 34 in

Pine Work Desk, circa 1870

Located in Culver City, CA

Pine work desk, circa 1870. Tall clerks desk. Sloping pine top, with original worn paint finish. 49 inches tall!

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Antique 1870s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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19th century Victorian burr walnut desk top writing slope

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H 5 in W 12 in D 10.3 in

19th century Victorian burr walnut desk top writing slope

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century victorian burr walnut desk top writing slope circa 1870. Fine quality English made victorian writing slope.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes

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19th century victorian burr walnut desk top writing slope

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H 5 in W 12 in D 10.3 in

19th century victorian burr walnut desk top writing slope

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century victorian burr walnut desk top writing slope circa 1870. Fine quality english made victorian writing slope.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes

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H 9 in W 18 in D 15 in

Scroll-Top Letter Slope

Located in Long Island City, NY

Scroll Top Writing Box. With brass inlay. The readed scroll top rolls back into the box, revealing several small compartments, and opens the drawer below, the top of the box folds do...

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Antique English Carved Oak Bible Box Writing Slope Desk Book Slant Top Lectern

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H 8 in W 16 in D 12 in

Antique English Carved Oak Bible Box Writing Slope Desk Book Slant Top Lectern

Located in Choudrant, LA

~Direct from England~ ~When on a buying trip to Europe, we never pass up one of these antique Bible boxes, they’re on the permanent “must find” list…and yet this is one of the first...

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Slope-Top Desk

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H 36 in W 36 in D 22 in

Slope-Top Desk

Located in Birmingham, AL

Painted slope top desk with two drawers. Signed: Mrs. Geisdale married July 14,1870.

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H 43.5 in W 43.5 in D 23 in

19th Century French Slope-Top Desk

Located in Birmingham, AL

Charming French slope top desk with original paint.

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William and Mary mahogany slope front desk, circa 1860

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William and Mary mahogany slope front desk, circa 1860

Located in Atlanta, GA

Fabulous William and Mary mahogany slope front desk, circa 1860. Top opens down to reveal 8 slots, 3 small serpentine drawers and 1 closed compartment with lock.

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$791

H 6.3 in W 11.82 in D 9.06 in

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Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Victorian Rosewood Dressing table box with Mother of pearl car-touché to the centre of the lid, the lid does have age related shrinkage. To the inside of the lid it has a blue velvet...

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Antique English Fall Front Secretary Desk in Oak

$4,650

H 38.19 in W 33.47 in D 17.72 in

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Located in Meer, VAN

Antique Fall Front Secretary Desk in solid oak, England, late 18th to early 19th Century. This is a wonderful English antique fall front secretary desk in solid oak with brass fitti...

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$3,500

H 7.88 in W 22.05 in D 67.72 in

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Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a deeply atmospheric low table, made by combining an old wooden door from Yunnan Province, China, with a base made from an old Japanese workbench. The tabletop is thought to...

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English c. 1835 Coromandel Jewelry Box

$895

H 7 in W 12.13 in D 9.25 in L 7 in

English c. 1835 Coromandel Jewelry Box

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1835 English coromandel jewelry box. "Secret" release tray in base. Bramah type lock. Brass engraving shield, no monogram. Fine quality interior brass engraved mounts and hardw...

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Antique Campaign Officer's Writing Slope on Stand, Circa 1850s

$1,795

H 24 in W 20.5 in D 10.5 in

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Located in Peabody, MA

An antique officer's writing slope on stand, in Cuban mahogany with brass corner brackets circa 1850s. Measures 24.5" high, 20" wide, 10.5" deep (11" deep at the feet). Box is 7.25...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Hand-Crafted Naga Style Coffee Table, Reclaimed Wood, USA, New Design

$12,450

H 15 in W 84 in D 36 in

Hand-Crafted Naga Style Coffee Table, Reclaimed Wood, USA, New Design

Located in Wainscott, NY

Newly made reclaimed wood Naga style coffee table in medium brown stain. New reimagined Naga style coffee table. Production (any measurements) with lead time 8 to 10 weeks.

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Reclaimed Wood

Victorian Miniature Black forest Antler Casket 1860

$1,765

H 2.17 in W 4.93 in D 3.55 in

Victorian Miniature Black forest Antler Casket 1860

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Victorian Miniature Black forest Antler Casket 1860 A marvelous antique rustic casket. It is made of wood, veneered with antler pieces. On top an antler plaque with staghound carvin...

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Antique Mid-19th Century German Black Forest Decorative Boxes

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Antler, Wood

Antique partnersdesk

$2,232

H 30.12 in W 59.85 in D 42.13 in

Antique partnersdesk

Located in BEEKBERGEN, NL

Beautiful antique partner desk in very good condition. The desk has a cabinet on each side and four drawers. It has a dark brown, gold-edged leather top. It is entirely handmade of t...

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Antique 1860s Desks and Writing Tables

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19th Century Victorian Writing Slope/ Travel Desk Box, Brass Bound, UK ca. 1815

$2,450

H 6.69 in W 17.91 in D 10.63 in

19th Century Victorian Writing Slope/ Travel Desk Box, Brass Bound, UK ca. 1815

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Impressive Victorian writing slope or travel desk - attributed to the famous company of Thompson - from the period around 1800 - 1815 in the United Kingdom. This fantastic Captain’s ...

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Antique Early 19th Century British Victorian Desk Sets

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Brass

Antique Campaign Correspondence Box, Indian, Colonial Writing Case, Victorian

$3,282Sale Price|20% Off

H 10.24 in W 22.25 in D 13 in

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Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique Campaign correspondence box. An Anglo-Indian, teak and brass bound Colonial traveller's writing case, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Captivati...

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19thC English Pine Writing Desk

$6,817

H 26.78 in W 46.86 in D 28.75 in L 26.78 in

19thC English Pine Writing Desk

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1890 19thC English pine writing desk Measures: W119 x D73 x H68cm.

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Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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19th Century Coromandel Writing Slope

$1,070Sale Price|20% Off

H 4.25 in W 14 in D 10 in

19th Century Coromandel Writing Slope

Located in Martlesham, GB

19th century coromandel writing slope, fabulous quality with brass corners and a central brass diamond with a nice jasperware plaque, there is also raised brass flowers on the brass ...

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Antique Brass-Mounted Hardwood Writing Slope with Secret Compartments

$3,685 / set

H 6.5 in W 15.95 in D 9.57 in

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Located in Reading, Berkshire

A handsome antique portable writing slope crafted in richly figured hardwood and finished with decorative brass mounts, stringing and escutcheons. The exterior has a warm, polished s...

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$23,352

H 16 in W 99.5 in D 25 in

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

Crafted in France, this rustic low coffee table is defined by its simple form, warm patinated wood, and understated character. A single integrated drawer adds practical storage, whil...

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Charming French Oak Antique Writing Desk

$3,800

H 39 in W 51 in D 26 in

Charming French Oak Antique Writing Desk

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Rich in character and charm, an antique weathered French Oak writing desk having stepped back with multiple little drawers and top surface, as well as a roomy writing surface. The b...

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19th Century brass bound mahogany writing slope

$1,494

H 8.5 in W 20 in D 11 in

19th Century brass bound mahogany writing slope

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century brass bound mahogany writing slope circa 1890. Good quality brass bound box slope made in mahogany. Inscribed brass plaque shows that this was presented to a mr james ...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Campaign Desk Sets

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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal slope top desk for your home. A slope top desk — often made from wood, metal and pine — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect slope top desk — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each slope top desk bearing Louis XV or Victorian hallmarks is very popular.

How Much is a Slope Top Desk?

Prices for a slope top desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $545 and can go as high as $6,338, while the average can fetch as much as $2,847.

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What is a roll top desk?
1 Answer
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.
What is a roll top desk called?
1 Answer
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.
What do you call the leather top on a desk?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
The leather top on a desk is usually just called a leather top. However, some people refer to it as a leather insert or leather writing surface. The thin pieces of leather that go into making leather-top desks are known as skivers. Shop a variety of desks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the point of a roll top desk?
1 Answer
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.
Can I paint a leather desk top?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
Yes, you can paint a leather desk top. You can transform an old leather desk top and add visual appeal with easy-to-use leather paint. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with a furniture restorer or related professional for help. Find a variety of leather desk tops on 1stDibs.
What era are roll top desks from?
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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.
How do I know if my roll top desk is antique?
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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 much is a roll top desk worth?
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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.
How do I know if my antique roll top desk?
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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.