How does a secretary desk work?

A secretary desk works with the help of hinges that secure the writing surface to the rest of the piece. To use one, you simply pull down on the wooden door to open the hinge and lower the writing surface. Return the desk to its closed position by lifting the writing surface up. You'll find a selection of secretary desks on 1stDibs.

How does a typewriter desk work?

A typewriter desk works due to its unique design. Although pieces vary, most have a special storage area that sits at a comfortable level for typing. On many desks, a sliding door covers this compartment to keep the typewriter hidden from sight and free of dust. Shop a range of typewriter desks on 1stDibs.

What is the best stand up desk?

The best stand-up desk adjusts to as low as the shortest sitting elbow height and at least as high as the tallest standing elbow height. A bamboo stand-up desk is said to be strong and durable. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage stand-up desks .

Are standing desks actually good for you?

Yes, standing desks are good for you. Studies have found that sitting for work all day leads to many health issues. Standing desks help you improve your health by burning calories, reducing back pain, and also relieving mental stress. It also increases productivity compared to the sedentary lifestyle. However, standing for too long might also lead to some diseases so it is necessary to have a proper balance.

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Ladies’ dressing table, ÚP Závody, 1970s, Czechoslovakia

By Up Závody

Located in Prague 8, CZ

desk and work table. It is in very good Vintage condition, with slight signs of age and use. UP Závody

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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Iron

Ladies’ dressing table, ÚP Závody, 1970s, Czechoslovakia

H 27.56 in W 42.92 in D 14.97 in

Robert Propst For Herman Miller Action Office Stand-Up Desk

Located in Pasadena, TX

any desired height, making it perfect as a stand up desk.

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Vintage 1970s American Desks

Materials

Metal

Robert Propst For Herman Miller Action Office Stand-Up Desk

H 60 in W 48 in D 24 in

Vintage Carpentry Woodworking Pine Workbench Table

Located in Forney, TX

, including as originally intended as a functional work bench, repurposed as a kitchen island in an old

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Early 20th Century Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

Vintage Carpentry Woodworking Pine Workbench Table

H 37 in W 50.25 in D 20.5 in

Custom Sit/Stand "Essentials Desk" with Solid Wood Top and Metal Base, Small

By Union Wood Co.

Located in Vancouver, B.C.

Break up long periods of sitting at a desk and improve your productivity by switching to standing

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2010s Canadian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Custom Sit/Stand "Essentials Desk" with Solid Wood Top and Metal Base, Small

H 44 in W 45 in D 24 in

Custom Sit/Stand "Essentials Desk" with Solid Wood Top and Metal Base, Medium

By Union Wood Co.

Located in Vancouver, B.C.

Break up long periods of sitting at a desk and improve your productivity by switching to standing

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2010s Canadian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Custom Sit/Stand "Essentials Desk" with Solid Wood Top and Metal Base, Medium

H 44 in W 70 in D 32 in

Custom Sit/Stand "Essentials Desk" with Solid Wood Top and Metal Base, Large

By Union Wood Co.

Located in Vancouver, B.C.

Break up long periods of sitting at a desk and improve your productivity by switching to standing

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2010s Canadian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Custom Sit/Stand "Essentials Desk" with Solid Wood Top and Metal Base, Large

H 44 in W 72 in D 30 in

Fine Antique Onyx and Bronze Desk Ink Stand Pen Rest Faux Book and Blotter Set

Located in Atlanta, GA

A fine and antique onyx and bronze desk set featuring a sculpture of Rodin's Thinker done by

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Early 20th Century European Desk Sets

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Onyx, Bronze

Fine Antique Onyx and Bronze Desk Ink Stand Pen Rest Faux Book and Blotter Set

H 6 in W 16 in D 8.5 in

Tapperella Desk by Colé Italia

Located in Geneve, CH

Tapperella desk by Colé Italia with Emmanuel Gallina Dimensions: H 75, D 80, W 127 cm Materials

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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Oak

Tapperella Desk by Colé Italia

H 29.53 in W 50.01 in D 31.5 in

France Desk Style: Biedermeier, 1847

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French desk style: Biedermeier Year 1847 It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. If you are

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Antique 1840s French Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

France Desk Style: Biedermeier, 1847

H 48.04 in W 19.69 in D 55.12 in

Desk in Wood and chrome, France, 1940

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

sophisticated dream desk. It has a large work surface. The quality of the furniture make it unique. It is an

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Desk in Wood and chrome, France, 1940

H 30.52 in W 42.92 in D 23.63 in

French Desk Art Deco, 1920, Materials: Wood

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

dream desk. It has a large work surface. The quality of the furniture make it unique. It is an icon of

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

French Desk Art Deco, 1920, Materials: Wood

H 42.13 in W 16.15 in D 33.08 in

Vaust, "Slant", Book Stand, 2017

By VAUST

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Please note that this listing is for the Slant Book Stand and does not include the white pedestal

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2010s German More Desk Accessories

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Marble, Brass

Vaust, "Slant", Book Stand, 2017

H 13.8 in W 16.2 in D 16.5 in

Desk in Wood, 1920, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk Book: Buenos Aires Art Deco y Racionalismo Author: Mimi Bohm Page: 68 Year: 1920 It is

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Desk in Wood, 1920, Made in France

H 45.28 in W 26.78 in D 15.75 in

Desk in Wood, 1940, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk Year: 1940 It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The quality of the

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

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Wood

Desk in Wood, 1940, Made in France

H 31.11 in W 36.62 in D 22.05 in

19th century Chinese canton black lacquered desk cabinet

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century Chinese canton black lacquered desk cabinet, circa 1830. Stunning quality Chinese

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Alabaster

19th century Chinese canton black lacquered desk cabinet

H 66.5 in W 30.5 in D 29.75 in

Desk in Wood, 1940, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood

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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Desk in Wood, 1940, Made in France

H 63.78 in W 44.49 in D 19.69 in

Desk in Wood, 1900, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood

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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Desk in Wood, 1900, Made in France

H 51.19 in W 29.14 in D 22.05 in

France Desk Art Deco, 1920, Material: Wood

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French desk style: Art Deco Year 1920 Finish: polyurethanic lacquer. It is an elegant and

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

France Desk Art Deco, 1920, Material: Wood

H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 59.06 in

French Desk with Horses in Wood, 1920

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco desk Year 1920 French It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. It has a large work

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

French Desk with Horses in Wood, 1920

H 44.49 in W 16.54 in D 29.93 in

France Desk Art Deco, 1930, Material, Wood

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French desk style: Art Deco Year 1920 Material: carved wood It is an elegant and sophisticated

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

France Desk Art Deco, 1930, Material, Wood

H 30.32 in W 31.5 in D 47.25 in

Desk Style: Art Deco, 1930, France, Material: Wood

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

desk. It has a large work surface. The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Desk Style: Art Deco, 1930, France, Material: Wood

H 31.89 in W 25.99 in D 61.82 in

France Desk Art Deco, 1930, Material: Carved Wood

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk Style: Art Deco Year 1920 Material: carved wood It is an elegant and sophisticated

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

France Desk Art Deco, 1930, Material: Carved Wood

H 30.32 in W 30.71 in D 51.19 in

Finn Juhl Nyhavn Desk Walnut Black Lino, 1945

By Finn Juhl

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Table desk designed by Finn Juhl in 1945, relaunched in 2009. Manufactured by House of Finn Juhl in

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2010s Danish Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Finn Juhl Nyhavn Desk Walnut Black Lino, 1945

H 28.55 in W 53.55 in D 26.78 in

American Desk Armchair, 1950

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco desk chair Wood Year: 1950 If you are looking for a desk chair to match your desk, we

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Wood

American Desk Armchair, 1950

H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 18.9 in

Henrik Tengler, OC 1002 Ezone Desk by One Collection

By Onecollection, Henrik Tengler

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

open plan work stations and electrically height adjustable desks for private offices and conference

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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Henrik Tengler, OC 1002 Ezone Desk by One Collection

H 24.81 in W 70.87 in D 31.5 in

Amazing Desk Art Deco 1930 France Wood Zebrano

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

sophisticated dream desk. It has a large work surface. The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Amazing Desk Art Deco 1930 France Wood Zebrano

H 31.11 in W 26.78 in D 100.4 in

American Desk Armchair, 1970

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Argentina. He worked on an urban development project in the Casa Amarilla, area of La Boca. The Ukrainian

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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Chrome

American Desk Armchair, 1970

H 31.89 in W 27.96 in D 23.63 in

Desk Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty , 1900, France, Wood

By Louis Majorelle

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Desk Style: Art Nouveau or Modernism or Jugendstil Year: 1900 Materials :wood. We have specialized

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Desk Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty , 1900, France, Wood

H 31.5 in W 30.71 in D 49.22 in

Desk in Wood, 1920, Sign: Made in France 7382

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk Sign: Made in France 7382 Year: 1920 It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Desk in Wood, 1920, Sign: Made in France 7382

H 29.14 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in

Art Deco Desks in Wood, 1930, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Material: wood It is an elegant and sophisticated dream

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Art Deco Desks in Wood, 1930, Made in France

H 43.31 in W 30.32 in D 16.54 in

Desk, 1950, Materials: Wood and Bronze, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1940 Material: Wood and bronze It is an elegant and sophisticated

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Desk, 1950, Materials: Wood and Bronze, Made in France

H 30.71 in W 51.19 in D 22.84 in

Desk Art Deco in Wood, 1930, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Material: wood It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Desk Art Deco in Wood, 1930, Made in France

H 32.29 in W 52.76 in D 36.62 in

Desk Art Deco, 1920, France, Materials: Wood and Bronze

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk Style: Art Deco Year 1920 Wood and bronze Finish: polyurethanic lacquer. It is an

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Desk Art Deco, 1920, France, Materials: Wood and Bronze

H 29.53 in W 22.84 in D 36.62 in

France Desk Art Deco, 1920, Materials, Wood and Chrome

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French desk style: Art Deco Year 1920 Material: Wood and chrome It is an elegant and sophisticated

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

France Desk Art Deco, 1920, Materials, Wood and Chrome

H 32.29 in W 34.45 in D 56.3 in

Desk Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty - Attributed Louis Majorelle - 1900

By Louis Majorelle

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Desk Attributed Louis Majorelle Style: Art Nouveau or Modernism or Jugendstil Year: 1900 Materials

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Desk Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty - Attributed Louis Majorelle - 1900

H 45.67 in W 22.84 in D 35.83 in

Persian Desk Set with Khatam Mosaic

Located in Dallas, TX

: (1) Hand-painted Bone Plaque in Khatam Mosaic Frame, and (2) Desk Companion Stand with brass pen

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20th Century Persian Islamic Desk Sets

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Brass

Persian Desk Set with Khatam Mosaic

H 3.5 in W 8 in D 6 in

Desk Style Art Deco in Wood, 1940, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1940 It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The quality

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Desk Style Art Deco in Wood, 1940, Made in France

H 30.32 in W 58.27 in D 29.53 in

Antique George III Mahogany Library Writing Table Desk, 18th Century

Located in London, GB

square tapered legs. It is freestanding, finished on all sides, so that it can stand freely in the

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Antique 1780s English George III Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Mahogany

Antique George III Mahogany Library Writing Table Desk, 18th Century

H 29.93 in W 56.7 in D 33.08 in

Desk Art Deco in Wood from France 1930 " Free Shipping in Florida "

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

sophisticated dream desk. It has a large work surface. The quality of the furniture make it unique. It is an

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Desk Art Deco in Wood from France 1930 " Free Shipping in Florida "

H 31.5 in W 36.62 in D 74.81 in

Desk Art Deco, 1940, Materials: Wood and Bronze, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1940 Material: Wood and bronze It is an elegant and

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Desk Art Deco, 1940, Materials: Wood and Bronze, Made in France

H 31.5 in W 43.31 in D 31.5 in

Desk Art Deco, 1940, Materials: Wood and Bronze, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1940 Material: Wood and bronze It is an elegant and

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Desk Art Deco, 1940, Materials: Wood and Bronze, Made in France

H 29.93 in W 56.7 in D 20.08 in

Desk Art Deco in Wood from France 1920 " Free Shipping in Florida "

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

sophisticated dream desk. It has a large work surface. The quality of the furniture make it unique. It is an

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Desk Art Deco in Wood from France 1920 " Free Shipping in Florida "

H 31.11 in W 62.6 in D 23.63 in

Minimalist Modern O Mr. President Oak Children Desk or Occasional Table by Bulo

By Bulo

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Fabulous O Mr. President oak children's desk or occasional table by Bulo. Bulo celebrates its 50th

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2010s Belgian Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Minimalist Modern O Mr. President Oak Children Desk or Occasional Table by Bulo

H 21.75 in W 39.5 in D 22 in

France Desk Art Deco, 1950, France, Material: Wood Attributed to Jean Souvrain

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk Style: Art Deco Year 1940 Wood and bronze Finish: polyurethanic lacquer. It is an

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

France Desk Art Deco, 1950, France, Material: Wood Attributed to Jean Souvrain

H 32.29 in W 23.63 in D 60.24 in

Desk Style Art Deco in Wood and chrome, 1940, Made in Germany

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Only the wood is restored, not the chrome metal It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Desk Style Art Deco in Wood and chrome, 1940, Made in Germany

H 29.93 in W 51.19 in D 30.71 in

Desk Style Art Deco in Wood and chrome, 1940, Made in Germany

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Only the wood is restored, not the chrome metal It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Desk Style Art Deco in Wood and chrome, 1940, Made in Germany

H 31.5 in W 55.12 in D 25.6 in

Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco desk chair Wood Year: 1930 Country: France If you are looking for a desk chair to match

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Wood

Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, 1930

H 35.44 in W 22.84 in D 18.12 in

Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, 1920

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco desk chair Country: France If you are looking for a desk chair to match your desk, we

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Wood

Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, 1920

H 31.5 in W 22.05 in D 21.26 in

Eugenio Quarti desk, Chair and Trah in Style Liberty or Art Nouveau, Jugestails

By Eugenio Quarti

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Eugenio Quarti (Desk , chair and Trash ) Style: Liberty or Art Nouveau or Modernism or Jugendstil

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Eugenio Quarti desk, Chair and Trah in Style Liberty or Art Nouveau, Jugestails

H 40.95 in W 18.51 in D 35.44 in

Italian Desk from the 60s

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Red lacquered wood desk from the 60s, Italian. Desk 1960s Country: Italian Finish: polyurethanic

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Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

Italian Desk from the 60s

H 30.71 in W 39.38 in D 23.63 in

Big Desk Art Deco in Wood and Parchment, with 3 Drawers, 1930, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Material: wood and parchment leather It is an elegant and

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Parchment Paper, Wood

Big Desk Art Deco in Wood and Parchment, with 3 Drawers, 1930, Made in France

H 29.93 in W 74.81 in D 35.44 in

Italian Desk from the 60s

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Red lacquered wood desk from the 60s, Italian. Desk 1960s Country: Italian Finish: polyurethanic

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Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

Italian Desk from the 60s

H 30.32 in W 21.66 in D 48.04 in

50° Desk Italian, Material, Wood

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

wood desk from the 50s, Italian. Desk 1950s Country: Italian Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is

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Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

50° Desk Italian, Material, Wood

H 30.32 in W 31.5 in D 42.92 in

Desk in Wood Italian, 1950

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Wood desk from the 50s, Italian. Desk 1950s Country: Italian Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is

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Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

Desk in Wood Italian, 1950

H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 38.98 in

50° Desk in Wood Italian

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Wood desk from the 50s, Italian. Desk 1950s Country: Italian Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is

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Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

50° Desk in Wood Italian

H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 38.98 in

Desk Chair in Leather and Wood, Style: Art Deco, France, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco Armchair Wood and leather Year: 1930 Country: France If you are looking for a desk chair

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Wood, Leather

Desk Chair in Leather and Wood, Style: Art Deco, France, 1930

H 42.72 in W 23.04 in D 22.05 in

Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, Material Wood and Leather, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco desk chair Material: leather and wood Year: 1930 Country: France If you are looking for a

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, Material Wood and Leather, 1930

H 32.68 in W 22.45 in D 22.05 in

Italian Desk in Wood from the 50s

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Wood desk from the 50s, Italian. Desk 1950s Country: Italian Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is

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Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

Italian Desk in Wood from the 50s

H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 47.25 in

Italian Red Lacquered Wood Desk from the 50s

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Red lacquered wood desk from the 50s, Italian. Desk 1950s Country: Italian Materials: Red

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Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Desks

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Wood

Italian Red Lacquered Wood Desk from the 50s

H 31.11 in W 21.66 in D 47.64 in

Red Lacquered Wood Desk from the 50s, Italian

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Red lacquered wood desk from the 50s, Italian. Desk 1950s Country: Italian Materials: Red

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Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Desks

Materials

Wood

Red Lacquered Wood Desk from the 50s, Italian

H 31.11 in W 23.23 in D 38.98 in

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Questions About Stand Up Work Desk

How does a secretary desk work?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A secretary desk works with the help of hinges that secure the writing surface to the rest of the piece. To use one, you simply pull down on the wooden door to open the hinge and lower the writing surface. Return the desk to its closed position by lifting the writing surface up. You'll find a selection of secretary desks on 1stDibs.
How does a typewriter desk work?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
A typewriter desk works due to its unique design. Although pieces vary, most have a special storage area that sits at a comfortable level for typing. On many desks, a sliding door covers this compartment to keep the typewriter hidden from sight and free of dust. Shop a range of typewriter desks on 1stDibs.
What is the best stand up desk?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best stand-up desk adjusts to as low as the shortest sitting elbow height and at least as high as the tallest standing elbow height. A bamboo stand-up desk is said to be strong and durable. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage stand-up desks .
Are standing desks actually good for you?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
Yes, standing desks are good for you. Studies have found that sitting for work all day leads to many health issues. Standing desks help you improve your health by burning calories, reducing back pain, and also relieving mental stress. It also increases productivity compared to the sedentary lifestyle. However, standing for too long might also lead to some diseases so it is necessary to have a proper balance.