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'AB019' Wall Desk in Black Laminate & Drawer by Anker Bak for Carl Hansen & Son
'AB019' Wall Desk in Black Laminate & Drawer by Anker Bak for Carl Hansen & Son

'AB019' Wall Desk in Black Laminate & Drawer by Anker Bak for Carl Hansen & Son

By Anker Bak

Located in Glendale, CA

his many visits to Japan where small housing necessitates a minimalist and functional approach to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

'AB019' Wall Desk in Lacquered Oak by Anker Bak for Carl Hansen & Son
'AB019' Wall Desk in Lacquered Oak by Anker Bak for Carl Hansen & Son

'AB019' Wall Desk in Lacquered Oak by Anker Bak for Carl Hansen & Son

By Anker Bak

Located in Glendale, CA

many visits to Japan where small housing necessitates a minimalist and functional approach to design

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Antique French Hand Carved Wood Writing Desk / Center / Side Table Rustic Farm
Antique French Hand Carved Wood Writing Desk / Center / Side Table Rustic Farm

Antique French Hand Carved Wood Writing Desk / Center / Side Table Rustic Farm

Located in West Hollywood, CA

, bedroom or kitchen. in a Farm high end decor or traditional , it could make a beautiful small writing desk

Category

Antique 18th Century French Farm Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

1960's Roger Capron Vallauris Ceramic Tiles & Oak Brutalist Table/Desk France
1960's Roger Capron Vallauris Ceramic Tiles & Oak Brutalist Table/Desk France

1960's Roger Capron Vallauris Ceramic Tiles & Oak Brutalist Table/Desk France

By Roger Capron

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Garrigue ceramic tiles This table has 2 drawers on 1 side and was made by a local carpenter or small

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Italian Rococo Revival Writing Desk, Late 19th Century
Italian Rococo Revival Writing Desk, Late 19th Century

Italian Rococo Revival Writing Desk, Late 19th Century

Located in Southampton, NY

small compartment and four drawers on either side of central cubby. Cabriole legs and hand-painted

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Rococo Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

CARTIER PARIS SIGNED BRONZE & LEATHER MID CENTURY MODERN WRiTING TABLE DESK
CARTIER PARIS SIGNED BRONZE & LEATHER MID CENTURY MODERN WRiTING TABLE DESK

CARTIER PARIS SIGNED BRONZE & LEATHER MID CENTURY MODERN WRiTING TABLE DESK

By Cartier

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

smaller, they have the central drawers, these are the only time they will be listed for sale, finding one

Category

Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Fine Antique American Chippendale Slant Front Desk
Fine Antique American Chippendale Slant Front Desk

Fine Antique American Chippendale Slant Front Desk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

central Shell carved cubby door opening to two more cubbies over two small drawers. Dimensions: 43.5

Category

Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Göran Strand for Lelångs Möbelfabrik, Model A10 Danish Modern Swedish Desk
Göran Strand for Lelångs Möbelfabrik, Model A10 Danish Modern Swedish Desk

Göran Strand for Lelångs Möbelfabrik, Model A10 Danish Modern Swedish Desk

By Göran Strand

Located in Las Vegas, NV

age and use see photos for details some a few small blemishes on the top. Comes with one key works

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Fine Quality Paint Decorated English Adams Satinwood Carlton House Desk
Fine Quality Paint Decorated English Adams Satinwood Carlton House Desk

Fine Quality Paint Decorated English Adams Satinwood Carlton House Desk

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

elegance. Multiple small drawers, along with larger ones below, provide excellent storage and organization

Category

Vintage 1910s English Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Satinwood

Solid walnut desk, popular art, France, Savoie, circa 1900
Solid walnut desk, popular art, France, Savoie, circa 1900

Solid walnut desk, popular art, France, Savoie, circa 1900

$705Sale Price|53% Off

H 30.32 in W 42.52 in D 20.67 in

Solid walnut desk, popular art, France, Savoie, circa 1900

Located in LYON, FR

base and its small shelves which give it incredible charm. Its waxed solid walnut top allows it to be

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pace, Mid-Century Modern, Writing Desk, Exotic Wood, Chrome, Dining Table, USA
Pace, Mid-Century Modern, Writing Desk, Exotic Wood, Chrome, Dining Table, USA

Pace, Mid-Century Modern, Writing Desk, Exotic Wood, Chrome, Dining Table, USA

By Pace Collection

Located in Stamford, CT

sophistication and elegance. This desk can be used as a dining table for a small Manhattan apartment. Exotic

Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Freestanding Reception Desk - Consierge Table in Bright Yellow by Spinzi Milano
Freestanding Reception Desk - Consierge Table in Bright Yellow by Spinzi Milano

Freestanding Reception Desk - Consierge Table in Bright Yellow by Spinzi Milano

$3,252Sale Price|20% Off

H 39.38 in W 70.87 in D 11.82 in

Freestanding Reception Desk - Consierge Table in Bright Yellow by Spinzi Milano

By Spinzi

Located in Milano, IT

designed to offer a compact yet comfortable solution in small rooms, giving a smart solution for those who

Category

2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Antique French Louis XV Style Bronze Mount Marquetry Inlay 1 Drawer Writing Desk
Antique French Louis XV Style Bronze Mount Marquetry Inlay 1 Drawer Writing Desk

Antique French Louis XV Style Bronze Mount Marquetry Inlay 1 Drawer Writing Desk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique French Louis XV Style Bronze Mounted Marquetry Inlay One Drawer Small Writing Desk. Item

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Rosewood Ladies' Desk by S.& H. Jewell From the Late 19th Century
Rosewood Ladies' Desk by S.& H. Jewell From the Late 19th Century

Rosewood Ladies' Desk by S.& H. Jewell From the Late 19th Century

$2,465Sale Price|20% Off

H 29.14 in W 37.41 in D 20.48 in

Rosewood Ladies' Desk by S.& H. Jewell From the Late 19th Century

By S. & H. Jewell

Located in Opole, PL

with rosewood, dating to the late 19th century. The rectangular form includes four small drawers and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Italian Design Desk by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi or a office set
Italian Design Desk by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi or a office set

Italian Design Desk by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi or a office set

$3,082Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 28.35 in W 78.75 in D 33.47 in

Italian Design Desk by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi or a office set

By Matteo Grassi

Located in Oirlo, LI

, authenticating the high-quality craftsmanship Matteo Grassi is known for. Though the glass top has two small

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Glass

Antique Aesthetic Period Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk, Victorian
Antique Aesthetic Period Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk, Victorian

Antique Aesthetic Period Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk, Victorian

$3,412Sale Price|20% Off

H 45.08 in W 23.82 in D 23.82 in

Antique Aesthetic Period Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

eye maple, and hosting a pair of small drawers Tasteful ebonised stringing accentuates the casework

Category

Antique 1880s British Aesthetic Movement Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Walnut

Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Kidney Desk 19th Century
Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Kidney Desk 19th Century

Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Kidney Desk 19th Century

Located in London, GB

and became interested in locks. For a while he was a partner in a small firm of Jones & Hobbs

Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

English Charles II Olivewood Oyster Veneer Side Table, circa 1780
English Charles II Olivewood Oyster Veneer Side Table, circa 1780

English Charles II Olivewood Oyster Veneer Side Table, circa 1780

Located in Miami, FL

shaped x-form flat stretcher on original bun feet. A nearly identical, but smaller table is in the

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Antique Late 18th Century English Charles II Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Palatial Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Parquetry Bureau-François Linke
Palatial Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Parquetry Bureau-François Linke

Palatial Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Parquetry Bureau-François Linke

By François Linke

Located in Long Island City, NY

, and by 1881 he had established his own small workshop at 170 rue du Faubourg St. Antoine. Taking 18th

Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Secretaire Abattant Biedermaier Style Leather
Secretaire Abattant Biedermaier Style Leather

Secretaire Abattant Biedermaier Style Leather

$14,400Sale Price|20% Off

H 47.25 in W 44.1 in D 22.05 in

Secretaire Abattant Biedermaier Style Leather

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR

condition, it only has one defect on the cover that has a small burn about 5 cm long

Category

Early 2000s Argentine Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Restored Art Deco Stacked Rattan Secretary Desk w/ Mahogany Top
Restored Art Deco Stacked Rattan Secretary Desk w/ Mahogany Top

Restored Art Deco Stacked Rattan Secretary Desk w/ Mahogany Top

By Paul Frankl

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Own Material) are available, for a small fee. Simply supply the fabric and we will have the cushions

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Art Deco Table Desk by Wolfgang Hoffmann for Howell No.475
Art Deco Table Desk by Wolfgang Hoffmann for Howell No.475

Art Deco Table Desk by Wolfgang Hoffmann for Howell No.475

By Wolfgang Hoffmann

Located in Las Vegas, NV

some age/pitting. Small blemish on side edge of lacquer top (pictured last).

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Italian modern wood top and metal base desk or dining table by Formanova, 1970s
Italian modern wood top and metal base desk or dining table by Formanova, 1970s

Italian modern wood top and metal base desk or dining table by Formanova, 1970s

By Formanova

Located in MIlano, IT

. Produced by Formanova in approx. 1970. Good general condition, top not restored, some signs on it and small

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

20th Century Yellow Formica children's school desk with two leaves
20th Century Yellow Formica children's school desk with two leaves

20th Century Yellow Formica children's school desk with two leaves

Located in Miami, FL

Yellow formica and black metal desk, Italian modernism, ca. 1960. Small desk from a hotel room with

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Formica

Danish Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Teak Desk, 1950s.
Danish Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Teak Desk, 1950s.

Danish Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Teak Desk, 1950s.

$2,548

H 29.93 in W 48.82 in D 28.94 in

Danish Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Teak Desk, 1950s.

Located in Asaa, DK

patina consistent with age and use. One small repair on edge of table top, please see photo. Cleaned and

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Teak

Mid-Century Rolling Tanker Work Task Desk by Cole Steel
Mid-Century Rolling Tanker Work Task Desk by Cole Steel

Mid-Century Rolling Tanker Work Task Desk by Cole Steel

$450Sale Price|40% Off

H 29 in W 30.5 in D 17 in

Mid-Century Rolling Tanker Work Task Desk by Cole Steel

By Cole Steel

Located in Van Nuys, CA

to the loft, workroom, or small desk area. Missing one drawer. Measurements: 29" H x 30 1/2 W x 17

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Plexiglass Desk + Chair by Fabio Lenci for Formes Nouvelles, Italy 1970s
Plexiglass Desk + Chair by Fabio Lenci for Formes Nouvelles, Italy 1970s

Plexiglass Desk + Chair by Fabio Lenci for Formes Nouvelles, Italy 1970s

By Fabio Lenci

Located in Chicago, IL

with the movements of the user. The rubbing of the plexiglass on the chrome frame makes a small noise

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Svend Aage Madsen desk with drawers produced by Sigurd Hansen, Denmark, 1958
Svend Aage Madsen desk with drawers produced by Sigurd Hansen, Denmark, 1958

Svend Aage Madsen desk with drawers produced by Sigurd Hansen, Denmark, 1958

By Svend Åge Madsen, Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

A small desk with two drawers in ash wood and Formica, Danish production, designed by Svend Aage

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Formica, Ash

Circa 18th century English unusual size painted kneehole desk or side table
Circa 18th century English unusual size painted kneehole desk or side table

Circa 18th century English unusual size painted kneehole desk or side table

Located in London, GB

the small cupboard in the kneehole. Also works as a side table.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

The Duke and Duchess of Windsor: An Exquisite Ormolu and Églomisé Bureau Plat
The Duke and Duchess of Windsor: An Exquisite Ormolu and Églomisé Bureau Plat

The Duke and Duchess of Windsor: An Exquisite Ormolu and Églomisé Bureau Plat

By Maison Jansen

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

. The left back leg with missing piece of glass. A small piece of glass is missing at the right side

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Desk in Wood Design Italy 1970s Mid-Century Modern
Desk in Wood Design Italy 1970s Mid-Century Modern

Desk in Wood Design Italy 1970s Mid-Century Modern

$889

H 28.75 in W 47.25 in D 23.23 in

Desk in Wood Design Italy 1970s Mid-Century Modern

Located in Palermo, IT

on the top. Made in Italy between the late 60s and early 70s.Exceptional for placement in a small

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Plastic, Wood

Antique Fine Quality Mahogany Writing Card Table Desk Side Dressing
Antique Fine Quality Mahogany Writing Card Table Desk Side Dressing

Antique Fine Quality Mahogany Writing Card Table Desk Side Dressing

$1,611Sale Price|30% Off

H 28.35 in W 24.41 in D 15.36 in

Antique Fine Quality Mahogany Writing Card Table Desk Side Dressing

Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Antique Quality Early 20th Century Mahogany piece which would work brilliantly as a small dressing

Category

Early 20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Louis XVI Walnut Fall Front Desk / Secretaire
Louis XVI Walnut Fall Front Desk / Secretaire

Louis XVI Walnut Fall Front Desk / Secretaire

$8,334Sale Price|21% Off

H 42.52 in W 48.82 in D 22.05 in

Louis XVI Walnut Fall Front Desk / Secretaire

Located in Darmstadt, DE

reveal a beautifully organized interior with small drawers and pigeonholes, offering ample storage for

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Spruce, Walnut

RARE THEODORE ALEXANDER ART DECO STYLE OFFICE DOUBLE SiDED DRAWERS DESK
RARE THEODORE ALEXANDER ART DECO STYLE OFFICE DOUBLE SiDED DRAWERS DESK

RARE THEODORE ALEXANDER ART DECO STYLE OFFICE DOUBLE SiDED DRAWERS DESK

By Theodore Alexander

Located in Pulborough, GB

for an additional fee, restoring its lustre and enhancing its elegance. A small white piece is broken

Category

20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Fine French Country Style Leather Top Writing Table
Fine French Country Style Leather Top Writing Table

Fine French Country Style Leather Top Writing Table

Located in Bridgeport, CT

by two small ones (lacking a key) on both sides of the table. The top with an inset tooled teal blue

Category

Early 20th Century Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Danish Modern Teak and Oak Desk by Ib Kofod Larsen for Fredericia, 1956s.
Danish Modern Teak and Oak Desk by Ib Kofod Larsen for Fredericia, 1956s.

Danish Modern Teak and Oak Desk by Ib Kofod Larsen for Fredericia, 1956s.

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Fredericia Stolefabrik

Located in Asaa, DK

produced. Very good unrestored original condition. Only light patina consistent with age and use as small

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Teak

17th C. Provencal Hand Carved Antique Side Table Walnut Desk Drawers Farm LA CA
17th C. Provencal Hand Carved Antique Side Table Walnut Desk Drawers Farm LA CA

17th C. Provencal Hand Carved Antique Side Table Walnut Desk Drawers Farm LA CA

Located in West Hollywood, CA

, between two chairs, to have a chinoiserie piece of art on top . Or as a small bureau desk . End table

Category

Antique 17th Century European Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Bernhardt Pedersen Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Roll Top Desk
Bernhardt Pedersen Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Roll Top Desk

Bernhardt Pedersen Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Roll Top Desk

$2,500Sale Price|35% Off

H 38 in W 35.5 in D 20 in

Bernhardt Pedersen Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Roll Top Desk

By Bernhard Pedersen & Son

Located in Plainview, NY

fitted small drawers and pigeonhole storage areas, providing a harmonious blend of elegance and

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Swedish Wide Curly Birch Pedestal Desk, Circa 1820-1840
Antique Swedish Wide Curly Birch Pedestal Desk, Circa 1820-1840

Antique Swedish Wide Curly Birch Pedestal Desk, Circa 1820-1840

Located in Atlanta, GA

right pedestal door opens to a pair of smaller drawers at top with open storage space beneath. Curly

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch

Briccola-ge Corner Desk/Shelf in Solid Oak Wood and Black Lacquered Supports
Briccola-ge Corner Desk/Shelf in Solid Oak Wood and Black Lacquered Supports

Briccola-ge Corner Desk/Shelf in Solid Oak Wood and Black Lacquered Supports

$1,270Sale Price / item|38% Off

H 9.85 in W 39.38 in D 18.51 in

Briccola-ge Corner Desk/Shelf in Solid Oak Wood and Black Lacquered Supports

By Miki Astori

Located in Milan, Lombardy

Astori explains the project of Briccola-ge, a two- story practical and poetic work plan or small console

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Oak, Bog Wood

Six-Drawer Writers Desk in Teak with Built-In Storage Shelves, Denmark, c. 1960s
Six-Drawer Writers Desk in Teak with Built-In Storage Shelves, Denmark, c. 1960s

Six-Drawer Writers Desk in Teak with Built-In Storage Shelves, Denmark, c. 1960s

Located in Deland, FL

veneered Burmese teak. Petite in stature this ultra-functional desk packs so much practicality in a small

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Modernism Frank Kyle & Pepe Mendoza Luxurious Desk Dry Bar Mexico 1950s
Modernism Frank Kyle & Pepe Mendoza Luxurious Desk Dry Bar Mexico 1950s

Modernism Frank Kyle & Pepe Mendoza Luxurious Desk Dry Bar Mexico 1950s

By Frank Kyle, Pepe Mendoza

Located in Chula Vista, CA

goatskin with a brass sabot. There is an elliptical opening in gold leaf. Includes a small credenza with

Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Malachite, Brass, Bronze, Gold Leaf

Isabel 2-Sided Desk By Libero Rutilo
Isabel 2-Sided Desk By Libero Rutilo

Isabel 2-Sided Desk By Libero Rutilo

$13,810 / item

H 29.53 in W 88.98 in D 33.86 in

Isabel 2-Sided Desk By Libero Rutilo

By Morelato

Located in Milan, IT

for small living spaces that require two workstations. Crafted in turned ash wood for a sinuous

Category

2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Tony Selmersheim French Art Nouveau Oak and Brass Architect's Desk
Tony Selmersheim French Art Nouveau Oak and Brass Architect's Desk

Tony Selmersheim French Art Nouveau Oak and Brass Architect's Desk

By Tony Selmersheim

Located in Queens, NY

French Art Nouveau mahogany architect's desk featuring an upper section of three small drawers with

Category

20th Century French Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

1970s Italian Travertine Dining, Conference Table, Desk, Rectangle Post-Modern
1970s Italian Travertine Dining, Conference Table, Desk, Rectangle Post-Modern

1970s Italian Travertine Dining, Conference Table, Desk, Rectangle Post-Modern

By Willy Rizzo, Stone International

Located in Philadelphia, PA

highly durable finish. A small channel between the top and apron, an inset pedestal base - there lend a

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble

Gothic Revival English Desk of Bleached Oak with Linenfold Motifs, circa 1830
Gothic Revival English Desk of Bleached Oak with Linenfold Motifs, circa 1830

Gothic Revival English Desk of Bleached Oak with Linenfold Motifs, circa 1830

Located in Atlanta, GA

smaller cabinets on each side will allow perfect organization. With its clean lines and graceful carved

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Gothic Revival Desks

Materials

Wood, Oak

Briccola-ge Corner Desk and Shelf in solid Oak Wood and black lacquered brackets
Briccola-ge Corner Desk and Shelf in solid Oak Wood and black lacquered brackets

Briccola-ge Corner Desk and Shelf in solid Oak Wood and black lacquered brackets

By Miki Astori

Located in Milan, Lombardy

Astori explains the project of Briccola-ge, a two- story practical and poetic work plan or small console

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Oak, Bog Wood

Diminutive Country French Provincial Fruitwood Writing Table Desk
Diminutive Country French Provincial Fruitwood Writing Table Desk

Diminutive Country French Provincial Fruitwood Writing Table Desk

Located in Rio Vista, CA

having an open fretwork design. The case is fronted by a small storage drawer in the center and a pull

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Danish Rosewood Desk by Svend Aage Madsen for Sigurd Hansen Writing Table
Danish Rosewood Desk by Svend Aage Madsen for Sigurd Hansen Writing Table

Danish Rosewood Desk by Svend Aage Madsen for Sigurd Hansen Writing Table

By Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik, Svend Åge Madsen

Located in Uxbridge, GB

is perfectly sized for a small desk. It has lots of small details that make this piece stand out

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Gold Bangles Desk by Barberini & Gunnell
Gold Bangles Desk by Barberini & Gunnell

Gold Bangles Desk by Barberini & Gunnell

$57,742 / item

H 29.93 in W 70.87 in D 34.26 in

Gold Bangles Desk by Barberini & Gunnell

Located in Geneve, CH

designs, one-off pieces, and limited editions for a small niche of high-end projects; bespoke solutions

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Bangles Desk by Barberini & Gunnell
Bangles Desk by Barberini & Gunnell

Bangles Desk by Barberini & Gunnell

$51,637 / item

H 29.93 in W 70.87 in D 34.26 in

Bangles Desk by Barberini & Gunnell

Located in Geneve, CH

for a small niche of high-end projects; bespoke solutions for luxury and ultra-luxury projects all

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

French 19th C. Painted Wood Desk w/Scallop Edged Top & Elegant Legs
French 19th C. Painted Wood Desk w/Scallop Edged Top & Elegant Legs

French 19th C. Painted Wood Desk w/Scallop Edged Top & Elegant Legs

Located in Atlanta, GA

style. The apron is houses a small drawer set within its center along one longer side. The table is

Category

Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Danish Mid-Century Desk
Danish Mid-Century Desk

Danish Mid-Century Desk

$2,200

H 34 in W 50 in D 27.5 in

Danish Mid-Century Desk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This vintage writing desk made in Denmark features three drawers and plenty of small storage

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

George Nelson styled Mid Century Walnut Desk by Vista of California
George Nelson styled Mid Century Walnut Desk by Vista of California

George Nelson styled Mid Century Walnut Desk by Vista of California

By Vista of California

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A dark walnut desk with three full sized side drawers and a smaller drawer in front of the chair

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Italian Maple Midcentury Desk with Bookcase
Rare Italian Maple Midcentury Desk with Bookcase

Rare Italian Maple Midcentury Desk with Bookcase

$10,668

H 31.5 in W 53.94 in D 31.5 in

Rare Italian Maple Midcentury Desk with Bookcase

By Associazione Artigiana Canturini del Mobile

Located in Wolfurt, AT

. It has been carefully restored, however there are still slight signs of use at the edges and small

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple

Antique Swedish Writing Table Desk, Genuine Red and Blue Painted Folk Art
Antique Swedish Writing Table Desk, Genuine Red and Blue Painted Folk Art

Antique Swedish Writing Table Desk, Genuine Red and Blue Painted Folk Art

Located in Kramfors, SE

table has two smaller drawers as opposed to the more common example of a single large one. The paint is

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

17th C Style Italian Rustic Primitive Reclaimed Wood Farmhouse Table To Order
17th C Style Italian Rustic Primitive Reclaimed Wood Farmhouse Table To Order

17th C Style Italian Rustic Primitive Reclaimed Wood Farmhouse Table To Order

$6,075Sale Price / item|22% Off

H 30 in W 60 in D 30 in

17th C Style Italian Rustic Primitive Reclaimed Wood Farmhouse Table To Order

Located in Encinitas, CA

without drawers in custom length from our authentic antique reproduction line. **Larger or smaller table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Primitive Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Fir, Reclaimed Wood

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Small Desks For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of small desks for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique small desks was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. We have 4611 antique and vintage small desks in-stock, while there are 288 modern editions to choose from as well. Small desks have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Small desks are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, Victorian and Scandinavian Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made small desks over the years, but those made by George Nelson, Peter Løvig Nielsen and Herman Miller are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Small Desks?

Prices for small desks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, small desks begin at $83 and can go as high as $495,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,571.

Finding the Right Desks And Writing Tables for You

Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.

Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.

Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.

Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.

The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.

From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.