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19th-centurywriting Table/ Desk With Two Drawers In Mahogany With Inlays
19th-centurywriting Table/ Desk With Two Drawers In Mahogany With Inlays

19th-centurywriting Table/ Desk With Two Drawers In Mahogany With Inlays

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Elegant small mahogany desk from 19th century from England A beautiful desk featuring two drawers in the apron.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Swedish Desk Inspired by Louis XV Style with Five Drawers
19th Century Swedish Desk Inspired by Louis XV Style with Five Drawers

19th Century Swedish Desk Inspired by Louis XV Style with Five Drawers

Located in PARIS, FR

Designed to be placed in the center of a room, the desk is finished on all sides and features a raised superstructure with small drawers and open compartments, providing both practic...

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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Peter Lovig Flip-Top Partners desk rosewood Lovig Denmark 1960
Peter Lovig Flip-Top Partners desk rosewood Lovig Denmark 1960

Peter Lovig Flip-Top Partners desk rosewood Lovig Denmark 1960

By Peter Løvig Nielsen, Løvig Design

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

When lifted and reversed, the top reveals a raised storage section with open compartments and dividers, ideal for documents and small essentials. The front of the desk offers three ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

English Double Pedestal Desk of Mahogany with Embossed Leather Top
English Double Pedestal Desk of Mahogany with Embossed Leather Top

English Double Pedestal Desk of Mahogany with Embossed Leather Top

Located in Austin, TX

A fine English double pedestal desk of mahogany from the 19th century, in the Georgian style, featuring a gilt embossed leather-inset top in a lovely tan hue with mahogany surround, ...

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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

19th Century French Petite Cherrywood Table with Drawer
19th Century French Petite Cherrywood Table with Drawer

19th Century French Petite Cherrywood Table with Drawer

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

Signs of age, including light surface wear, small marks, and natural imperfections, are consistent with its age and contribute to its genuine antique character without detracting fro...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Erling Tortvits Bureau, Wood, HNJ Mobelfabrik, Mid-20th Century
Erling Tortvits Bureau, Wood, HNJ Mobelfabrik, Mid-20th Century

Erling Tortvits Bureau, Wood, HNJ Mobelfabrik, Mid-20th Century

Located in London, GB

Above this is a row of three smaller drawers, with an additional three small drawers on either side of the lockable central cupboard.

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Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Roll-Top Desk in Louis XVI Style with Marquetry and Brass Gallery
Roll-Top Desk in Louis XVI Style with Marquetry and Brass Gallery

Roll-Top Desk in Louis XVI Style with Marquetry and Brass Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

The desk features a tambour roll-top cover that conceals the writing compartment, three small upper drawers, and a spacious lower drawer with keyhole.

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Antique Early 1900s French Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Sculptural Desks in the Style of Carlo De Carli, Italy - 1960s
Pair of Sculptural Desks in the Style of Carlo De Carli, Italy - 1960s

Pair of Sculptural Desks in the Style of Carlo De Carli, Italy - 1960s

Located in Antwerp, BE

The larger executive desk is accompanied by a smaller coordinating desk, together forming a refined and highly versatile ensemble.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

American of Martinsville Faux Bamboo & Cane Writing Desk Console Table MCM
American of Martinsville Faux Bamboo & Cane Writing Desk Console Table MCM

American of Martinsville Faux Bamboo & Cane Writing Desk Console Table MCM

By American of Martinsville

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Minor surface wear, light edge wear, and small imperfections consistent with decades of careful use only enhance its authentic vintage character.

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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

English Pedestal Desk of Mahogany with Embossed Leather Top
English Pedestal Desk of Mahogany with Embossed Leather Top

English Pedestal Desk of Mahogany with Embossed Leather Top

Located in Austin, TX

A fine English double pedestal desk of mahogany from the Edwardian era, featuring a leather-inset top in black with mahogany surround, over a frieze of one long drawer between two op...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Lou Hodges-Style Oak Dining Table / Desk, Hand-Crafted, California Modern 1970s
Lou Hodges-Style Oak Dining Table / Desk, Hand-Crafted, California Modern 1970s

Lou Hodges-Style Oak Dining Table / Desk, Hand-Crafted, California Modern 1970s

By Lou Hodges

Located in Round Top, TX

This table will comfortably function as a desk or small dining table for up to four. We have styled as many as six chairs with the table, which was snug, but does work with a petite ...

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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Leather Top Writing Desk
Leather Top Writing Desk

Leather Top Writing Desk

Located in London, England

Kidney shaped small sized French mahogany writing table. Circa 1900

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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

French 19th Century Carved Oak Putti Desk Louis XIII Facade circa 17th Century
French 19th Century Carved Oak Putti Desk Louis XIII Facade circa 17th Century

French 19th Century Carved Oak Putti Desk Louis XIII Facade circa 17th Century

Located in Labrit, Landes

Finally, on the desk side, six large side drawers are complemented at the top by three narrow drawers, useful for storing small items. The key can be used on the three upper drawers.

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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIII Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Delphine Desk Table with 3 Drawers and Glossy Lacquer Finish by Ultramobili
Delphine Desk Table with 3 Drawers and Glossy Lacquer Finish by Ultramobili

Delphine Desk Table with 3 Drawers and Glossy Lacquer Finish by Ultramobili

Located in Geneve, CH

The Delphine desk features a streamlined shape and a glossy surface, with an elongated tabletop that includes a small, funnel-like recess in the narrow part of the surface.

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Swedish Grace Console/Library Table from NK, Sweden, 1927
Swedish Grace Console/Library Table from NK, Sweden, 1927

Swedish Grace Console/Library Table from NK, Sweden, 1927

By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Elegant table with many variations, it can be used as a console or library table or as a small desk. Made from oak that has been beautifully lacquered black, legs and leg stand are c...

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Vintage 1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century Swedish White Painted Desk or Side Table
19th Century Swedish White Painted Desk or Side Table

19th Century Swedish White Painted Desk or Side Table

Located in Round Top, TX

Floor to skirt height is 23 3/4 inches, making it especially useful as a small desk or writing table as well as a side table.

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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine, Paint

White Bauhaus Writing Desk Made in 1930s Czechia by Robert Slezak, Restored
White Bauhaus Writing Desk Made in 1930s Czechia by Robert Slezak, Restored

White Bauhaus Writing Desk Made in 1930s Czechia by Robert Slezak, Restored

By Robert Slezák

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

More about the manufacturer: A trained locksmith originally from Bystrice pod Hostýnem, he founded a small locksmith's workshop in his hometown in 1908 for common locksmith produ...

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Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig Italian Dark Wood Desk for Gino Maggioni, 1940s
Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig Italian Dark Wood Desk for Gino Maggioni, 1940s

Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig Italian Dark Wood Desk for Gino Maggioni, 1940s

By Gino Maggioni, Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Italian midcentury modern design small writing desk wwith side chest of drawers in dark stained wood and metal designed by Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig for Gino Maggioni, Milan, produ...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Italian Glass Top Desk Attributed to Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 1950s
Italian Glass Top Desk Attributed to Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 1950s

Italian Glass Top Desk Attributed to Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 1950s

By Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Located in Chicago, IL

The glass top shows light surface wear consistent with age and handling, along with one small chip along the underside that does not affect stability or everyday use.

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

Materials

Iron

John Vesey Steel Bronze Neoclassical Library Table or Desk
John Vesey Steel Bronze Neoclassical Library Table or Desk

John Vesey Steel Bronze Neoclassical Library Table or Desk

By John Vesey

Located in Rio Vista, CA

The desk is raised on slender tapering steel column legs with horizontal bronze collar accents, vertical gilt trim accents, and ending with small bronze feet sabots. Clad in bronze a...

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20th Century American Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Original Bauhaus Writing Desk with Chair, by R. Slezák, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
Original Bauhaus Writing Desk with Chair, by R. Slezák, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

Original Bauhaus Writing Desk with Chair, by R. Slezák, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

By Robert Slezák

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

More about the manufacturer: A trained locksmith originally from Bystrice pod Hostýnem, he founded a small locksmith's workshop in his hometown in 1908 for common locksmith product...

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Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Italian modern wood, steel and leather desk attributed by Fabio Lenci, 1970s
Italian modern wood, steel and leather desk attributed by Fabio Lenci, 1970s

Italian modern wood, steel and leather desk attributed by Fabio Lenci, 1970s

By Fabio Lenci

Located in MIlano, IT

The wood has scratches, marks and small defects. The leather base has small defects and marks.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel

1950s Vintage English Tortoise Bamboo Slant Front Desk
1950s Vintage English Tortoise Bamboo Slant Front Desk

1950s Vintage English Tortoise Bamboo Slant Front Desk

Located in Lancaster, PA

The fall board opens on hinges and has several small compartments for letters, writing materials etc.

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Vintage 1920s British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Hardwood, Paint

Modernist Maple Desk After Design Dick Russell 1980s Commissioned For Ray Leigh
Modernist Maple Desk After Design Dick Russell 1980s Commissioned For Ray Leigh

Modernist Maple Desk After Design Dick Russell 1980s Commissioned For Ray Leigh

Located in Norwich, England

The desk remains in very good condition, showing some light signs of use as expected. There is a small mark to the left hand side to note and some slight differences in lacquer to th...

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Late 20th Century English Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple

SECOND HALF OF THE 18th CENTURY LOUIS XVI CHERRY WRITING DESK
SECOND HALF OF THE 18th CENTURY LOUIS XVI CHERRY WRITING DESK

SECOND HALF OF THE 18th CENTURY LOUIS XVI CHERRY WRITING DESK

Located in Firenze, FI

The desk also features a practical small work or writing table, located under the main top and opened with a pull, covered in green fabric.

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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Italian desk from the Rationalist Art Deco period, with brass handles
Italian desk from the Rationalist Art Deco period, with brass handles

Italian desk from the Rationalist Art Deco period, with brass handles

Located in Milano, IT

These handles add a precious and luminous detail, creating a pleasant contrast with the warm tone of the wood. Though small, they are essential elements that give the desk a refined ...

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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Victorian Sheraton Revival Marquetry Inlaid Carlton House Desk
Victorian Sheraton Revival Marquetry Inlaid Carlton House Desk

Victorian Sheraton Revival Marquetry Inlaid Carlton House Desk

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

The desk features the classic raised superstructure associated with Carlton House form, with twin curved compartments, small drawers, brass gallery rails and a shaped writing surface...

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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Rare Restored Executive Desk in Walnut, Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, c. 1950s
Rare Restored Executive Desk in Walnut, Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, c. 1950s

Rare Restored Executive Desk in Walnut, Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, c. 1950s

By Edward Wormley

Located in Deland, FL

The mix of solid and veneered American black walnut composition has been hand-sanded and refinished with some minor signs of wear remaining such as surface scratches throughout as we...

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

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk, Walnut & Laminate, USA
Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk, Walnut & Laminate, USA

Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk, Walnut & Laminate, USA

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A vintage Mid-Century modern American writing desk. The small office table is composed with three drawers on the right, consisting its original brass handle, pull.

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

Materials

Brass, Metallic Thread

Molteni ‘Orix’ Multi-Purpose Desk
Molteni ‘Orix’ Multi-Purpose Desk

Molteni ‘Orix’ Multi-Purpose Desk

By Vittorio Parigi and Nani Prina

Located in Zagreb, HR

Small scratches are present on the plastic and glass as expected.

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

Materials

Metal

Louis XVI Style Lady’s Desk, Bonheur du Jour; Mahogany, Ormolu & Marble; c1890
Louis XVI Style Lady’s Desk, Bonheur du Jour; Mahogany, Ormolu & Marble; c1890

Louis XVI Style Lady’s Desk, Bonheur du Jour; Mahogany, Ormolu & Marble; c1890

Located in Big Flats, NY

The desk section beneath offers a central drawer and two smaller drawers on each side, all accented with finely detailed ormolu hardware and decorative mounts.

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Antique Late 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Vintage Baker Navy Lacquered Drop Leaf Table
Vintage Baker Navy Lacquered Drop Leaf Table

Vintage Baker Navy Lacquered Drop Leaf Table

Located in Dallas, TX

The navy lacquer adds a touch of sophistication, while the drop leaf design allows for easy storage when not in use. Perfect for smaller spaces as a dining table, or desk. A handso...

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Late 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table
19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

The raised back section features small drawers to either side and a central drawer, all fitted with decorative brass handles.

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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Regency Style Verdi Marble Top Desk with Forged Iron Base
Regency Style Verdi Marble Top Desk with Forged Iron Base

Regency Style Verdi Marble Top Desk with Forged Iron Base

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

The hardwood case exhibits a rich, well-developed patina with light surface marks, gentle rubbing, and small imperfections acquired through decades of careful use, all of which enhan...

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20th Century French Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

Antique French Bonheur du Jour Desk, Fully Restored Shellac Finish
Antique French Bonheur du Jour Desk, Fully Restored Shellac Finish

Antique French Bonheur du Jour Desk, Fully Restored Shellac Finish

Located in SEDLEC-PRČICE, CZ

The upper cabinet houses five small, delicately inlaid drawers arranged symmetrically around a unique, deeply recessed central wood bowl or inkwell holder, which serves as an extraor...

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Vintage 1910s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

Monumental Art Deco Cathedral Form Secretary Desk
Monumental Art Deco Cathedral Form Secretary Desk

Monumental Art Deco Cathedral Form Secretary Desk

Located in Dekalb, IL

Each side of the facade opens outward to reveal concealed storage compartments integrated into the architectural form, while the central section unfolds into a compact secrétaire-sty...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Bentwood Table by James Leonard, Formica Top, 1960
Mid Century Bentwood Table by James Leonard, Formica Top, 1960

Mid Century Bentwood Table by James Leonard, Formica Top, 1960

By James Leonard

Located in Leicester, GB

Solid condition, with some signs of life and a few very small chips to the egde of the formica. We ship worldwide, please send your postcode / zip for a shipping quote.

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

Materials

Beech, Formica, Bentwood, Plywood

19th Century Chestnut Desk
19th Century Chestnut Desk

19th Century Chestnut Desk

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Beautiful proportions and a rare, small model. Drawer in the apron. Beautiful patina and in superb condition.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XIII Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chestnut

Late 19th Century French Apothecary Desk, Solid Wood, Circa 1888
Late 19th Century French Apothecary Desk, Solid Wood, Circa 1888

Late 19th Century French Apothecary Desk, Solid Wood, Circa 1888

Located in Memphis, TN

The piece is distinguished by its apothecary-style arrangement of small drawers, creating a rhythmic, architectural façade while offering highly functional, compartmentalized storage.

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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

1960s Danish Model 65 Desk / Vanity Dresser in Rosewood by Arne Wahl Iversen
1960s Danish Model 65 Desk / Vanity Dresser in Rosewood by Arne Wahl Iversen

1960s Danish Model 65 Desk / Vanity Dresser in Rosewood by Arne Wahl Iversen

By Arne Wahl Iversen, Vinde Møbelfabrik

Located in Shepperton, Surrey

A capacious drawer to the left and two smaller drawers to the raised rear section offer further storage.

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

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Teak Desk Model #64 by Arne Wahl Iversen
Danish Modern Teak Desk Model #64 by Arne Wahl Iversen

Danish Modern Teak Desk Model #64 by Arne Wahl Iversen

By Arne Wahl Iversen, Vinde Møbelfabrik

Located in North Hollywood, CA

The writing surface sits at 29" high, making it practical for everyday use while maintaining an elegant, light-scaled form ideal for smaller interiors, apartments, bedrooms, or home ...

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

Materials

Teak

French Louis XV Style Slant Front Secretary Desk with Leather Writing Surface
French Louis XV Style Slant Front Secretary Desk with Leather Writing Surface

French Louis XV Style Slant Front Secretary Desk with Leather Writing Surface

Located in BÉTERA, ES

The fall-front opens to reveal a fitted writing interior with small drawers and compartments, while the leather inset writing surface adds both comfort and sophistication.

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Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Late 18th Century, Italian Lacquered Wood Bonheur du Jour Desk
Late 18th Century, Italian Lacquered Wood Bonheur du Jour Desk

Late 18th Century, Italian Lacquered Wood Bonheur du Jour Desk

Located in IT

The structure is articulated with an upper superstructure fitted with two small sliding tambour doors concealing two compartments, and three lower drawers.

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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Queen Anne Highly Figured Walnut Kneehole Desk, Circa 1700-1720
Queen Anne Highly Figured Walnut Kneehole Desk, Circa 1700-1720

Queen Anne Highly Figured Walnut Kneehole Desk, Circa 1700-1720

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

A rare and particularly pleasiing Queen Anne figured walnut kneehole desk of small proportions, dating to circa 1700–1720 The desk is of classic early 18th century form, the rectang...

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Antique Early 18th Century English Queen Anne Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut, Burl

English Oak Writing Desk with Raised Gallery and Drawers, 1930s
English Oak Writing Desk with Raised Gallery and Drawers, 1930s

English Oak Writing Desk with Raised Gallery and Drawers, 1930s

Located in BÉTERA, ES

Elegant writing desk crafted in oak, featuring a refined raised gallery with two small drawers, an open central compartment, and a spacious lower drawer.

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Vintage 1930s English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak

Italian mid-century modern metal red leather plastic desk BBPR Olivetti, 1960s
Italian mid-century modern metal red leather plastic desk BBPR Olivetti, 1960s

Italian mid-century modern metal red leather plastic desk BBPR Olivetti, 1960s

Located in MIlano, IT

The leather top has light marks, while the plastic parts are missing. Scattered marks and small discolorations on the metal. Measurements in cm 196x82x80,5h

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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Elegant Swedish Gustavian Desk with Fluted Decor and a Large Drawer, Circa 1790
Elegant Swedish Gustavian Desk with Fluted Decor and a Large Drawer, Circa 1790

Elegant Swedish Gustavian Desk with Fluted Decor and a Large Drawer, Circa 1790

Located in Kramfors, SE

Large extendable drawer in the apron with some smaller ink stains inside - a sign of the history and authentic use of the table.

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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

French Designer, Partners Desk, Oak, France, 1940s
French Designer, Partners Desk, Oak, France, 1940s

French Designer, Partners Desk, Oak, France, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use, including some natural wood cracking and patina buildup. Missing small wooden elements originally wrapping around corners of desk.

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

17th Century William and Mary Oak Writing Table, c. 1690-1700
17th Century William and Mary Oak Writing Table, c. 1690-1700

17th Century William and Mary Oak Writing Table, c. 1690-1700

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a wonderful small period William and Mary Oak Writing Table that dates to c. 1690 - 1700.

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Antique Late 17th Century English Baroque Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Faux Bamboo Writing Table with Painted Leather Top
French 19th Century Faux Bamboo Writing Table with Painted Leather Top

French 19th Century Faux Bamboo Writing Table with Painted Leather Top

Located in Atlanta, GA

This table would work well as a small writing desk, occasional table, laptop table, or decorative accent in a bedroom, library, sitting room, or entry.

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Antique 19th Century French Japonisme Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian early 20th carved walnut desk
Scandinavian early 20th carved walnut desk

Scandinavian early 20th carved walnut desk

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Fluted apron which houses the 2 concealed shallow drawers, which have small bolts for locking.  Raised on a pair of pair of carved and turned supports, applied swags to the bulbous e...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Louis XV Carved Oak Secrétaire with Figural Scenes
19th Century French Louis XV Carved Oak Secrétaire with Figural Scenes

19th Century French Louis XV Carved Oak Secrétaire with Figural Scenes

Located in Dallas, TX

The drop-front opens to reveal a fitted interior centered around a striking architectural arrangement of Gothic-inspired arches, flanked by six pigeonholes and small drawers, and anc...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Secretaires

Materials

Leather, Oak

Early 20th Century French Empire Style Roll-Top Desk
Early 20th Century French Empire Style Roll-Top Desk

Early 20th Century French Empire Style Roll-Top Desk

Located in London, GB

The desk stands on four square-profile tapered legs, which culminate in small ormolu claw feet. The front two legs are mounted with ormolu mounts in the shape of Empire style busts w...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Pierre Jeanneret Student Desk, Teak Wood, Compass Legs, India, 1955
Pierre Jeanneret Student Desk, Teak Wood, Compass Legs, India, 1955

Pierre Jeanneret Student Desk, Teak Wood, Compass Legs, India, 1955

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A compact rectangular work surface, open knee space and small side compartment are supported by sharply angled compass-form legs.

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Mid-20th Century Indian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak

Diminutive 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Bureau
Diminutive 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Bureau

Diminutive 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Bureau

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

Small Untouched 18th Century George III Period Figured Mahogany Bureau A stunning George III mahogany bureau of unusually small proportions.

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Antique 18th Century British George III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Georgian Burlwood Roll Top Desk
Antique Georgian Burlwood Roll Top Desk

Antique Georgian Burlwood Roll Top Desk

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Interior Organization: The upper section reveals a series of pigeonholes, small drawers, and often a central locking "prospect door" (the small door with the lion inlay) for more pri...

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Vintage 1940s Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Customizable Burgundy Study Desk with Natural Linoleum Table Top and Drawer
Customizable Burgundy Study Desk with Natural Linoleum Table Top and Drawer

Customizable Burgundy Study Desk with Natural Linoleum Table Top and Drawer

By &New

Located in Leicester, GB

All &New products are manufactured in Britain in small batches. The result is a collection of furniture that celebrates the handmade qualities that make objects beautiful.

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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

A George III crossbanded mahogany kneehole desk of seven drawers with gilt handl
A George III crossbanded mahogany kneehole desk of seven drawers with gilt handl

A George III crossbanded mahogany kneehole desk of seven drawers with gilt handl

Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB

 It features a long horizontal frieze drawer across the top, flanked by two pedestals containing three smaller drawers each. Crafted from mahogany, known for its ...

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Antique 1790s British George III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Biedermeier Writing Desk/ Side Table, Nutwood, Austria circa 1830
19th Century Biedermeier Writing Desk/ Side Table, Nutwood, Austria circa 1830

19th Century Biedermeier Writing Desk/ Side Table, Nutwood, Austria circa 1830

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

A real extraordinary and valuable Biedermeier writing desk which provides a large drawer in the middle and two smaller ones underneath - each on one side. Absolutely perfect for the ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

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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

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.

Questions About Small Desks

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A small writing table is also called a davenport table or davenport desk. They normally feature a sloped or inclined top attached with hinges to the back of the table. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage davenport desks.