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Edwardian Campaign Writing Desk , Inlaid Stationary Desk, Traveling desk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This very campaign writing desk is a rarely seen Edwardian travelling writing desk .It is in the
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Stationary Desk

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Wood

Mahogany Desk Stationary organizer
Located in Huntington, NY
Desk top Mahogany stationary organizer
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Early 19th Century English George IV Antique Stationary Desk

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Mahogany

Antique Mahogany Desk Stationary organizer
Mahogany Desk Stationary organizer
H 6.25 in W 17.75 in D 3 in
Antique English Victorian Bramah Leather Fold-out Stationary Writing Desk
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Beautiful & Luxurious Handcrafted Victorian Bramah Fold-out Travelling Writing Companion With Fitted Leather Interior, Ceramic Blotting Tablets. Complete with Beautifully Designed...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Brass

Tiffany Studios New York Greek Key Bronze Desk Calendar or Stationary Holder
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique gilt bronze desk calendar holder or stationary holder featuring Greek key
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Stationary Desk

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Bronze

Quality antique Victorian oak stationary box
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Victorian quality oak stationary box having a sloping front and a pair of oak doors opening
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Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Oak

Paul Beau Mixed Metal Desk Set, Blotter Corners, Stationary Rack and Pen Tray
By Paul Beau
Located in Montreal, QC
Paul Beau, doyen of Montreal Arts & Craft metal workers flourished in the first half of the 20th century. He was responsible for much fine work, in both private and public mileaux. H...
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Early 20th Century Canadian Arts and Crafts Antique Stationary Desk

Charming Victorian Hand Carved Pine Stationary Box
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A charming Victorian hand carved pine stationary box The Box is good quality and in very good
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Late 19th Century Folk Art Antique Stationary Desk

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Pine

English Mid-19th Century Brass Stationary Box with Inkwell
Located in Stamford, CT
English 1850s decorative brass stationary box and inkwell with an attached lid that opens to
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Stationary Desk

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Brass

French Arts and Crafts Oak Stationary Box with Tambour
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Arts and Crafts oak stationary box with Tambour This very attractive French Box is made
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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Stationary Desk

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Oak

Edwardian Silver-Mounted Stationary Box with Matching Victorian Blotter
Located in Montreal, QC
This box has much evident quality. The pierced cover is repousse with scrolling acanthus leaves, flowers and trellis-work about a vacant cartouche. It has a long "piano" hinge and is...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Silver

Elegant Victorian Flame Mahogany Writing Slope & Stationary Leather Interior Vid
Located in Reading, Berkshire
With Black Ebonised Accents & Fitted Stationary Compartments With A Tooled Leather Interior Supplied
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Leather, Mahogany

19th Century Rosewood & Inlay Stationary Writing Slope With Leather Interior
Located in Reading, Berkshire
19th Century Victorian Rosewood Decorative Inlaid Writing Slope With An Engraved Shield. Stationary
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Rosewood

Victorian Glossy Extending Black Leather Stationary Writing Slope With Key
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Victorian Glossy Black Leather Extending Correspondence Box / Writing Slope With Black Tooled Leather Interior SLOPE 30 Inside the slope there is a leather bound blotting sheet, le...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Brass, Steel

A Good Old Oak Stationary or Letter Box, with pen Holder
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Good Old Oak Stationary or Letter Box, with pen Holder This is a very useful piece, the box is
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1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Stationary Desk

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Oak

Antique Victorian Mahogany Stationary Box w. Perpetual Calendar, Bramah Improved
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and mint condition, antique desk or table piece. This rare and beautifully crafted
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Brass

19thC Campaign Style Rosewood with Brass Inlay Stationary Letter Box
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and large rosewood and teak fitted letter writing box with brass inlay. Numerous cubbies with lids for various items. Slotted back panel for paper. Brass handles and a worki...
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1850s Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Stationary Desk

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Brass

A Charming Horse Shoe and Stirrup Stationary or Letter Rack This is a very attr
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Charming Horse Shoe and Stirrup Stationary or Letter Rack This is a very attractive and useful
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1920s Folk Art Antique Stationary Desk

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Brass

Art Nouveau Pocket Watch Desk Inkwell
By John Grinsell & Sons
Located in Northampton, GB
use upon a desk or stationary cabinet. Measurements (centimetres) 5.5 square
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Stationary Desk

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Pocket Watch Desk Inkwell
Art Nouveau Pocket Watch Desk Inkwell
H 2.17 in W 2.17 in D 2.17 in
19th Century Satinwood and Inlaid Carlton House Desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
A fabulous quality freestanding 19th century satinwood and inlaid Carlton house desk, the super
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1890s British Edwardian Antique Stationary Desk

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Satinwood

Antique Industrial Pedestal Workbench Cabinet With Dividers
Located in Dekalb, IL
, or even a stationary desk. The overall dimensions of this workbench measure 43.5" in width, 27.5
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1920s American Industrial Antique Stationary Desk

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Metal

Victorian Campaign Desk Set Stationary Box Letter Tray 1890 Calendar
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a gorgeous Victorian campaign desk tidy / stationary box This could be described as
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1890s Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Wood

19th Century English Victorian Letter Holder
Located in Forney, TX
An English Victorian black and gilt decorated mother-of-pearl and papier mâché stationary letter
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Other

19th Century Victorian Bamboo Chinoiserie Lacquered Secretaire Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
tooled leather slanted desk, over stationary holders and shelves for ink pens, flanked by storage cubbies
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1880s British Antique Stationary Desk

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Brass

19th Century English Stationary Box & Inkstand
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Late 19th century English stationary box and inkstand, consisting of a stationary box with hinged
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19th Century Antique Stationary Desk

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

19th Century, Victorian Oak Desktop Stationary Box
Located in Clitheroe, GB
Victorian oak desktop stationary box. This Victorian oak desktop stationary box has an up-stand
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1880s British Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Oak

19th Century Quality Victorian Oak Antique Stationary Box
Located in Clitheroe, GB
Quality Victorian Oak Antique Stationary Box This Victorian Oak Desktop Stationary Box has an up
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1890s British Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Oak

Victorian 1850 Agate and Brass Bound Alabaster Stationary Box
Located in Windsor, Berkshire
A Victorian 1850 agate and brass bound alabaster stationary box, it’s in lovely condition, it comes
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Stationary Desk

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Alabaster

Walnut Stationary Box Inlaid with Ebony and Mother-of-Pearl
Located in Port Chester, NY
Antique travel writing slope in well figured walnut. Original faded blue gray velvet. Piece measures 15 inches long when open.
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Stationary Desk

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Mother-of-Pearl, Ebony, Walnut

Tilt top desk
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Nicely proportioned pine tilt top desk. Has three drawers and a stationary cubby accessed inside
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19th Century American Antique Stationary Desk

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Pine

Tilt top desk
Tilt top desk
H 48 in W 38 in D 19 in
Beautiful Stationary Set with Box & Desk Folder by William Comyns 1889
By William Comyns & Sons 1
Located in London, GB
A beautiful tortoiseshell stationary box with matching desk folder. Both pieces have fine overlaid
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19th Century British Antique Stationary Desk

19th Century Asian Burl Wood & Elmwood Scholar's Lap Floor Desk Stationary Table
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
housing paperwork, stationary etc. Simple lines with old patina. Some ink stains present within drawers
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1880s Chinese Qing Antique Stationary Desk

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Burl

English Burl Walnut Desk Set Stationary Box with Inkwells and Pen Holder
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
English stationary box made of burl walnut with chased brass mounts. This lovely victorian box
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Brass

Victorian Rosewood Stationary Box, Writing Slope
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn2771 Fine quality and very attractive, Victorian, rosewood and mahogany writing slope, finely inlaid throughout, enclosing maroon leather writing surface, pen tray and letter/ pape...
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19th Century Antique Stationary Desk

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Rosewood

Charming Walnut Stationary or Letter Box
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Charming Walnut Stationary or Letter Box This is a very attractive and useful piece, the box
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1920s Art Deco Antique Stationary Desk

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Walnut

Charming Arts & Crafts Golden Oak Stationary Box
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A charming Arts & Crafts golden oak stationary box This very attractive letter rack is made in
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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Stationary Desk

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Oak

Charming Tooled Leather Stationary or Letter Box
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A charming tooled leather stationary or letter box This is a very attractive and useful piece
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Early 20th Century British Colonial Antique Stationary Desk

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Leather

An Art Nouveau Vienna Bronze Stationary Rack By C. Philipp
By C. Philipp
Located in Antwerp, BE
A Vienna bronze stationary rack with a nymph fleeing from Pan, in the shape of a goat. Signature
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Stationary Desk

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Bronze

Antique Kingwood Writing Slope Stationary Cabinet by Paul Sormani, 19th Century
By Paul Sormani
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful antique writing slope / stationary cabinet by the renowned cabinet maker Paul
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1870s French Antique Stationary Desk

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Brass

Antique Victorian Traveling Wooden Burl Walnut Writing Slope Stationary Box 19c
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An exceptionally fine quality early English Well Figured Solid grained Burr Burl Walnut Ladies or Gents twin handle Travelling Writing Slope of outstanding quality and generous propo...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Brass

Antique Hobbs & Co. English Roll Top Cylinder Desk
By Hobbs & Co.
Located in Den Haag, NL
pigeon holes fir stationary and letters etc. The desk features a slide out front which has three tulle
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1880s English Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Mahogany

Stunning 1870 Victorian Walnut Campaign Used Military Desk Hidden Writing Slope
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
lovely travel desk completed with every single drawer or shelf needed for your stationary. The desk has a
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Late 19th Century British Campaign Antique Stationary Desk

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Leather, Walnut

Crocodile Stationary Desk Piece Made by Asprey, circa 1910-1915
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
A crocodile letter desk piece made by Asprey, circa 1910-1915 This piece is beautifully made the
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1910s English Antique Stationary Desk

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Crocodile

18th Century Gilt Tooled Leather Box
Located in Greenwich, CT
interior now lined in green silk for use as a stationary/desk box.
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Late 18th Century French Baroque Antique Stationary Desk

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Leather

19th Century English Victorian Burr Walnut Stationary Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
An exceptional 19th century English burr walnut stationary box with sloping hinged doors to reveal
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Walnut

Antique Sevres Porcelain, Cameo and Ormolu-Mounted Stationary Box
Located in London, GB
This is an absolutely fabulous antique French Ormolu, Sevres Porcelain, carved cameo shell and ormolu mounted desktop correspondence casket, circa 1870 in date. Of slope fronted c...
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1870s French Antique Stationary Desk

Stunning Arts & Crafts Era Oak Stationary Box with Glass Inkwells & Letter Rack
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and beautifully handcrafted antique desk piece. If you are a collector of beautifully
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Stationary Desk

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Brass

Museum Quality Arts and Crafts Stationary Box w. Letter Racks & Drawer ca. 1900
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and mint condition, antique tiger oak desk or table piece. If you are a collector of the
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Stationary Desk

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Brass, Chrome

French 19th C. Table w/ Unusual & Creative Drop Down Storage-Great for Crafting
Located in Atlanta, GA
. This fabulous little 19th century French table will make a great stationary/writing or crafting desk
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19th Century French Antique Stationary Desk

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Wood

18th Century British Mahogany and Satinwood Bureau
Located in Dallas, TX
century for more practical use as a Bureau or stationary/writing desk. The top lid lifts in 3 sections
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Stationary Desk

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Mahogany, Satinwood

Antique Victorian Quartersawn Oak Stationary Box Letter Writing Chest Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique quartersawn oak library desk top stationary cabinet with envelope slots, two small drawers
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Glass, Oak

Nautical Bronze Desk Flag, circa 1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
for a large boat or military ship to stay stationary on a desk while at sea. The bronze stand has a
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Early 20th Century Antique Stationary Desk

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Bronze

American industrial metal stationary desk by Simmons
By Simmons Company Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Late 1920's American industrial metal stationary desk by Simmons.
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Early 20th Century American Antique Stationary Desk

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Steel

Metal Writing Desk by Simmons, circa 1928
By Simmons Company Furniture
Located in Portland, OR
example has been completely stripped of what was once a faux wood grain finish. This dashing stationary
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1920s American Antique Stationary Desk

Silver and Tortoiseshell Stationary Box
Located in London, GB
Edwardian Silver Mounted Tortoiseshell Stationary Box, the interior with descending partitions
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Early 20th Century English Antique Stationary Desk

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Silver

Victorian Coromandel Stationary Box, 1850
Located in Windsor, Berkshire
Victorian 1850 Coromandel Stationary Box. Open the box to reveal a beautifully lined interior and a
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Mid-19th Century Estonian Antique Stationary Desk

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Wood

Victorian Coromandel Stationary Box, 1850
Victorian Coromandel Stationary Box, 1850
H 4.45 in W 8.08 in D 3.75 in
Early 20th Century English, Oak Stationary Compendium
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century English, Oak Stationary Compendium
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Early 20th Century English Antique Stationary Desk

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Oak

Antique Victorian Campaign Stationary Box, Fall Front, Scotland, 1890
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Victorian Campaign stationary box, fall front, Scotland 1890, B2150y Scotland 1890
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1890s Scottish Antique Stationary Desk

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Oak

Victorian Papier-Mache Stationary Box With Painted, Gilded Birds and Flowers
Located in Heathfield, East Sussex
A most beautiful Victorian Papier-Mache Stationary Box with painted and gilded birds and flowers
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1880s English Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Paper

Antique Walnut Desk Top Stationary Box
Located in Wakefield, GB
Offered for sale is this antique walnut stationary box. Made from walnut. Sloping front with two
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Stationary Desk

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Walnut

Antique Walnut Desk Top Stationary Box
Antique Walnut Desk Top Stationary Box
H 12.5 in W 15.5 in D 10.5 in
Late 19th Century Inlaid Rosewood Desk by Edwards and Roberts of London
By Edwards and Roberts
Located in Poling, West Sussex
series of 6 small stationary drawers. The desk with a sumptuous black leather writing surface with gilt
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Late 19th Century English Sheraton Antique Stationary Desk

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Rosewood

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Antique Stationary Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique stationary desk for your home. An antique stationary desk — often made from wood, metal and animal skin — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique stationary desk — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique stationary desk, designed in the Arts and Crafts, Victorian or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one antique stationary desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Asprey International Limited, C. Philipp and Paul Beau produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Stationary Desk?

An antique stationary desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,155, while the lowest priced sells for $367 and the highest can go for as much as $8,800.
Questions About Antique Stationary Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What antique desks are called depends on their design. A desk with chair cutouts on both sides is a partner desk, while one with a pull-down writing surface is a secretary. On a Davenport desk, the desktop lifts to reveal a storage area. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique Davenport desk is a small writing desk, usually with four drawers on one side. The desk would have elaborately decorated supports and a recessed space for adequate legroom. Shop a collection of Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Davenport desk is a type of small desk with a distinct inclined desktop. The desktop covers a large storage compartment meant for keeping paper and other writing materials. Popular in the 19th century, Davenport desks are still sought after today. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    An antique secretary desk will range in value depending on its authenticity and condition. The price can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. On 1stDibs find the antique secretary desk you’re looking for today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.