What is an antique Davenport desk?

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.

What are antique desks called?

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.

What's the difference between an antique desk and a vintage desk?

Antique desks are generally 100 years or older, while vintage desks are at least 20 years old and often reflect a specific design era.

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

To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.

How much is my antique secretary desk worth?

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.

How do I know if my antique roll top desk?

A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.

What's the difference between a general antique desk and a mid-century modern desk?

Any desk at least 20 years old falls under this broader category, while a mid-century modern desk specifically features the tapered legs and clean lines of 1940s-1960s design.

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Victorian Mahogany Writing Desks

Victorian Mahogany Dickens Desk

$2,701

Victorian Mahogany Dickens Desk

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a Victorian mahogany dickens desk, having four drawers on each side of the top, locked with a side locker, with three green leather inserts and a rising fall in the centr...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Mahogany

Victorian Dickens Desk Walnut Writing Table 1870

$4,045

Victorian Dickens Desk Walnut Writing Table 1870

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Victorian Burr Walnut ''Dickens'' Desk.1 This ''Dickens'' desk having an arrangement of 9 mahogany lined drawers.

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1870s Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Walnut

Victorian Dickens Desk Oak Pedestal Writing Table 1860

$2,694

Victorian Dickens Desk Oak Pedestal Writing Table 1860

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Victorian oak Dickens desk This desk features 2 pedestals and is raised upon a plinth base Circa 1860 Having an arrangement of 8 mahogany lined graduated drawers The lift up writing ...

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1860s Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Oak

Victorian Charles Dickens Desk Mahogany Writing Table 1880

$3,376

Victorian Charles Dickens Desk Mahogany Writing Table 1880

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Wonderful period Victorian 'Dickens Desk' in mahogan The desk is modelled after the same type of pedestal desk Charles Dicken's used to write classics such as 'Oliver Twist' and 'Gre...

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1880s Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Mahogany

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Dickens Pedestal Desk 19th Century

$6,415

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Dickens Pedestal Desk 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a truly superb antique Victorian Period burr walnut Dickens pedestal desk, circa 1880 in date. The sunken central superstructure is flanked on either side by columns of five...

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1880s English Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Walnut

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Mahogany Pedestal Dickens Desk

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H 35.44 in W 48.04 in D 25.6 in

Mahogany Pedestal Dickens Desk

Located in Detling, GB

English, circa 1900. This pedestal desk is offered in showroom condition. It can be broken down into three parts for easy transportation. The top has a small drawer either side wi...

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Early 1900s Great Britain (UK) Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Writing Desk used by Charles Dickens, circa 1800

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H 51 in W 34 in D 22 in

Writing Desk used by Charles Dickens, circa 1800

Located in Dorking, GB

This is the desk on which Dickens began his famous writing career.

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Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Dickens Desk

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Mahogany

"Nicholas Nickleby" 1st Edition Charles Dickens Serialized 19 Volumes Great!

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"Nicholas Nickleby" 1st Edition Charles Dickens Serialized 19 Volumes Great!

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Gorgeous 1st Edition Serialized "Nicholas Nickleby" Set Originally Published April 1838 - 1839 in 19 Issues (Last Volume includes 2 volumes, 19 and 20). Includes All Issues and Book-...

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1830s British Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

"Martin Chuzzlewit" by Charles Dickens 1st Edition 20 Vol. in 19 Issues

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"Martin Chuzzlewit" by Charles Dickens 1st Edition 20 Vol. in 19 Issues

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Gorgeous 1st Edition Set of Martin Chuzzlewit by Charles Dickens Includes 20 Volumes in 19 Issues (Vol. 19 and 20 in final issue) Includes Hardcase box for storage All copies include...

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1840s British Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

"Our Mutual Friend" by Charles Dickens 1st Edition 20 Vols. in 19 Issues

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"Our Mutual Friend" by Charles Dickens 1st Edition 20 Vols. in 19 Issues

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Gorgeous 1st Edition Set of Our Mutual Friend by Charles Dickens Includes 20 Volumes in 19 Issues (Volume 19 and 20 in Final Issue) Includes Hardcase for Storage Issues are in nice a...

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1860s British Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

19th Century Mahogany Dickens Desk

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H 38 in W 54 in D 31 in

19th Century Mahogany Dickens Desk

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a good quality Victorian mahogany Dickens desk. The top of the desk has two short drawers on either side, lockable by a side locker.

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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Mahogany

19th Century English Walnut Dickens Desk

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H 44.5 in W 54 in D 29.5 in

19th Century English Walnut Dickens Desk

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

An impressive English Victorian walnut ‘Dickens’ desk, so-called because a desk of similar design used by Charles Dickens.

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Walnut

Oak Dickens Desk

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H 45 in W 54 in D 27 in

Oak Dickens Desk

Located in Atlanta, GA

'Dickens' style desk of typical form with 4 small drawers to each side of a sloping writing surface, fitted with 3 frieze drawers and 3 to each pedestal, on a plinth base.

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19th Century English Antique Dickens Desk

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Brass

Oak Dickens Desk, Attributed to Gillows

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H 291.34 in W 72.45 in D 59.85 in

Oak Dickens Desk, Attributed to Gillows

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

A large and fantastic oak 'Dickens' partners desk, attributed to Gillows. England c.1850 Width extends to 2m 80cm when folding leaves are raised.

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Mid-19th Century British Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Oak

Dickens’ Partners Desk

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H 50.5 in W 72 in D 62 in

Dickens’ Partners Desk

Located in Culver City, CA

Incredible oak partners desk, with black leather inserts, and folding leaves. Wonderfully intricate and functional desk, custom made for a railway office just outside Gillows.

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1860s English Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Leather, Oak

Gothic Revival Oak Dickens Style Desk

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H 37.5 in W 54 in D 31 in

Gothic Revival Oak Dickens Style Desk

Located in Cheshire, GB

Oak Dickens style desk, the raised gallery, to the central slope front with inset leather writing surface, flanked by two further inset leathers with short drawers above.

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Late 19th Century British Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Oak

19th Century Victorian Mahogany Dickens Desk

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H 44 in W 54 in D 26.5 in

19th Century Victorian Mahogany Dickens Desk

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a Victorian mahogany Dickens desk. The top of the desk has two sets of four small drawers, with a side locker, as well as three leather writing surfaces, each decorated w...

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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Mahogany

Rare Stamped William Morris & Co Astral Glazed Twin Pedestal Walnut Dickens Desk

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H 43.71 in W 40.56 in D 23.82 in

Rare Stamped William Morris & Co Astral Glazed Twin Pedestal Walnut Dickens Desk

By Hobbs & Co., William Morris (English), Morris & Co.

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

The desk is a Dickens desk which is a style coined by Charles Dickens, they have the drawers on the top and small areas for holding documents etc.

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1880s English Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Glass, Walnut

Collection of Ten Leather Bound Charles Dickens Novels

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H 7.49 in W 5.12 in D 1.58 in

Collection of Ten Leather Bound Charles Dickens Novels

Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex

Collection of ten leather bound Charles Dickens novels, part of the Fireside series, England, circa 1900. Great decorative appeal.

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Early 20th Century English Antique Dickens Desk

Silver S. Mordan Novelty Mr. Pickwick Dickens Character Propelling Pencil

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H 2 in W 1 in D 0.75 in

Silver S. Mordan Novelty Mr. Pickwick Dickens Character Propelling Pencil

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This is an extremely rare novelty telescopic pencil in the form of Mr Pickwick, the Charles Dickens character. This piece dates to the late nineteenth century. It is not directly ma...

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19th Century English Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Silver

Victorian Oak Dickens Desk

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H 44 in W 60 in D 27 in

Victorian Oak Dickens Desk

Located in Vancouver, BC

Magnificent Victorian oak Dickens desk with central galleried shelf, flanked by eight (8) small drawers above the slope, tooled leather top and flanked by nine (9) drawers on a plint...

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19th Century Scottish Antique Dickens Desk

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Oak, Leather

19th Century English Dickens Desk

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H 42 in W 46 in D 26 in

19th Century English Dickens Desk

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This is a very nice small desk which is called a Dickens desk in England.

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19th Century Great Britain (UK) Antique Dickens Desk

Dickens Desk, Antique Walnut Desk, Slant Front Desk, 1880, Antiques, B1241

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H 45 in W 58 in D 29 in

Dickens Desk, Antique Walnut Desk, Slant Front Desk, 1880, Antiques, B1241

Located in Vancouver, BC

Some History of the Dickens Desk used by Charles Dickens The dickens desk where Charles Dickens wrote Great Expectations and his final, unfinished novel The Mystery of Edwin Drood h...

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1870s Scottish Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Walnut

Walnut Dickens Desk, Double Pedestal Desk, Victorian Desk, Scotland 1880

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H 43 in W 48 in

Walnut Dickens Desk, Double Pedestal Desk, Victorian Desk, Scotland 1880

Located in Vancouver, BC

Walnut dickens desk, double pedestal desk, Victorian desk, Scotland 1880, Antique Furniture.

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1880s Scottish Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Mahogany "Dickens Desk" by James Shoolbred

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H 42 in W 54 in D 31 in

Victorian Mahogany "Dickens Desk" by James Shoolbred

Located in Vancouver, BC

Victorian mahogany slope front desk with tooled red leather inserts, the back with lift up file drawer flanked by four (4) short drawers and lift up front lid with four (4) small dra...

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19th Century English Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Brass

Victorian Oak Kneehole Desk

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H 45 in W 48 in D 28 in

Victorian Oak Kneehole Desk

Located in Stamford, CT

Victorian Oak Kneehole Desk (often known as a 'Dickens Desk') mahogany lined drawers with fitted interior - three pieces.

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19th Century English Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Oak

Desk Pedestal

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H 44 in W 49.5 in D 27 in

Desk Pedestal

Located in Roswell, GA

English antique 'Dickensian'(after famous Victorian author Charles Dickens) pedestal desk in oak with mottled tan leather surface tooled and gilded.

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19th Century English Antique Dickens Desk

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Brass

Antique Oak Desk, Slant Front Desk, Victorian Dickens Desk, England, 1880

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H 42 in W 53 in D 25 in

Antique Oak Desk, Slant Front Desk, Victorian Dickens Desk, England, 1880

Located in Vancouver, BC

Antique oak desk, slant front desk, Dickens desk, England, 1880, Antique Furniture, B994.

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1880s English Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Oak

Antique Victorian Desk, Carved Oak, Green Man Dickens Desk, Scotland 1880 B2447

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H 50.5 in W 59 in D 29 in

Antique Victorian Desk, Carved Oak, Green Man Dickens Desk, Scotland 1880 B2447

Located in Vancouver, BC

Antique Victorian desk, carved oak, "Green Man" Dickens desk, Scotland 1880, B2447 Scotland 18820 Solid oak Original finish Carved pediment to the top Pigeon holes underneath flanke...

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1880s Scottish Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Oak

Antique Scottish Victorian Ebonized Dickens, Slant or Writing Desk, circa 1880

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H 46 in W 42 in D 21 in

Antique Scottish Victorian Ebonized Dickens, Slant or Writing Desk, circa 1880

Located in Vancouver, BC

- $950 - Scotland, 1880 - Original finish - Carved pediment - Oval mirror - Carved drawer fronts - Original brass hardware - Leather inserts - Lift-top writing su...

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19th Century Scottish Antique Dickens Desk

VR Stamped Victoria Regina Hardwood Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Victorian, 1860

$2,498

H 29.14 in W 48.04 in D 26.58 in

VR Stamped Victoria Regina Hardwood Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Victorian, 1860

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely English Victorian Circa 1880 twin pedestal partner desk with original castors and VR stamped locks for Victoria Regina A good lookin...

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1880s English Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

English Writing Desk or Table of Mahogany with Leather Top - Edwardian Era

$3,995

H 35 in W 36 in D 20 in

English Writing Desk or Table of Mahogany with Leather Top - Edwardian Era

Located in Austin, TX

A fine English writing table or desk of mahogany from the Edwardian era, featuring an inset leather top embossed with gilt edge, topped with a fitted, lidded stationery holder, over ...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Victorian Revival Walnut Spinet Writing Desk Secretary Library Table

$1,155Sale Price|30% Off

H 33 in W 40 in D 21 in

Antique Victorian Revival Walnut Spinet Writing Desk Secretary Library Table

Located in Dayton, OH

This antique early 20th century Victorian Revival spinet desk showcases the elegant craftsmanship and multi-functional engineering characteristic of late 19th-century American furnit...

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Walnut

Mahogany Twin Pedestal Partner's Desk of Antique Quality from the 1920s

$1,224Sale Price|30% Off

H 30.12 in W 53.94 in D 36.03 in

Mahogany Twin Pedestal Partner's Desk of Antique Quality from the 1920s

Located in Wisbech, England

Antique mahogany twin-pedestal partner's desk of exceptional quality. The desk boasts fantastic proportions, a rich color, and a well-developed patina. Remarkably, there is no evide...

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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk - C. 1870

$1,886Sale Price|30% Off

H 33.47 in W 22.05 in D 22.45 in

Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk - C. 1870

Located in Wisbech, England

Presenting an exquisite Victorian Burr and Figured Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk dating back to approximately 1870. This charming piece exudes age and character, making it a ra...

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk England, 1860s Antique 19th Century

$1,148

H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 19.3 in

Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk England, 1860s Antique 19th Century

Located in London, GB

A superb mid-19th century English Victorian burr walnut Davenport desk of elegant proportions, raised on carved scroll supports in original bun feet at the front and set on castors o...

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Brass

Edwardian Flame Mahogany Kidney-Shaped Writing Desk

$803

H 30.32 in W 57.88 in D 27.17 in

Edwardian Flame Mahogany Kidney-Shaped Writing Desk

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Edwardian Flame Mahogany Kidney-Shaped Writing Desk Item Code: LC1386 A highly attractive Edwardian flame mahogany kidney-shaped writing desk of elegant proportions, featuring a shap...

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Early 20th Century English Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century

$7,225

H 30.71 in W 70.08 in D 44.89 in

Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique Victorian flame mahogany pedestal partners desk, circa 1860 in date. The rectanglular top is inset with a lovely gold tooled green leather writing surfac...

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut & Inlaid Davenport Desk 19th Century

$2,599

H 33.86 in W 21.66 in D 20.48 in

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut & Inlaid Davenport Desk 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a gorgeous antique Davenport desk which is crafted from beautiful burr walnut, circa 1870 in date. The desk has a rear stationery compartment which encloses a divided interi...

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1870s Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Hand Carved Walnut Davenport Writing Desk made in England

$1,906Sale Price|40% Off

H 33.86 in W 19.3 in D 20.87 in

19th Century Hand Carved Walnut Davenport Writing Desk made in England

Located in Sofia, BG

Davenport desk in walnut and burlwood veneer, inlaid in filleted frames, opening with two flaps, one of which is stepped, the first revealing an inkwell and letter compartment, The s...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Walnut

Fine Quality Antique Mahogany Writing Table 19th Century Desk Side Dressing

$1,413Sale Price|30% Off

H 41.74 in W 35.44 in D 18.51 in

Fine Quality Antique Mahogany Writing Table 19th Century Desk Side Dressing

Located in Wisbech, England

Introducing an antique quality late 19th Century inlaid Mahogany Writing Table, versatile as a desk or dressing table, featuring a classical Georgian design. This high-quality prese...

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19th Century Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Twin Pedestal Desk C1860 19th Century

$5,233

H 29.93 in W 49.22 in D 28.35 in

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Twin Pedestal Desk C1860 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a fine antique Victorian burr walnut twin pedestal desk, Circa 1860 in date. It is made from fabulous burr walnut. The rectangular top with a fabulous inset gold tooled gre...

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1860s English Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Walnut

Fine Quality Antique Victorian Freestanding Maple & Co. Inlaid Writing Desk

$7,462

H 37.01 in W 40.95 in D 20.87 in

Fine Quality Antique Victorian Freestanding Maple & Co. Inlaid Writing Desk

Located in Suffolk, GB

Fine quality Victorian freestanding Maple & Co. inlaid writing desk having original pierced brass galleries, mirror to the centre with a pretty inlaid rail above flanked by two faux ...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Satinwood

Antique Estate Manager's Kneehole Desk, Scottish, Oak, Country House, Victorian

$6,070Sale Price|20% Off

H 36.62 in W 48.04 in D 24.61 in

Antique Estate Manager's Kneehole Desk, Scottish, Oak, Country House, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique estate manager's kneehole desk. A Scottish, golden oak and leather office desk, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Excellent late-19th century exampl...

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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Leather, Oak

Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century

$10,737

H 31.3 in W 65.36 in D 41.34 in

Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique Victorian flame mahogany and satinwood crossbanded pedestal partners desk, circa 1860 in date. The rectanglular top is satinwood crosbanded and inset wi...

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1860s English Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Regency Mahogany Secretary Desk, English, Circa 1860

$2,200

H 39 in W 24.5 in D 14.5 in

Antique Regency Mahogany Secretary Desk, English, Circa 1860

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Antique English Regency secretary desk in two parts. Three exterior drawers and many inside compartments.

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19th Century English Regency Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Mahogany

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$3,085 / set

H 61.03 in W 31.5 in D 47.25 in

Library of Antique Leatherbound Books

Located in Brønshøj, DK

This collection consists of 400 antique decorative books, mainly dating from 1850–1950, with most published before 1920. The books are bound in leather, many with fine gold leaf embo...

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20th Century Danish Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Gold Leaf

Classic English Partner Desk/Writing Desk 20th Century, Mahogany

$3,459

H 32.29 in W 44.1 in D 70.87 in

Classic English Partner Desk/Writing Desk 20th Century, Mahogany

Located in Berlin, DE

Classic English Partner Desk/Writing Desk 20th Century, Mahogany Solid mahogany, partially veneered. Baluster-shaped and grooved/channelled legs ending with brass castors. Frame bo...

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20th Century English Antique Dickens Desk

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Leather, Mahogany

19th Century Victorian Carved Mahogany Desk

$4,727

H 31 in W 48 in D 26 in

19th Century Victorian Carved Mahogany Desk

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Selling is a top quality, unusual mid-Victorian copy of a Chippendale carved desk. The top drawer of the desk, when opened, reveals a rising writing panel and two lift up panels with...

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Mid-19th Century English Chippendale Antique Dickens Desk

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Mahogany

Antique Derby School Paneled Oak Roll Top Desk with Full Interior, C1900

$4,400Sale Price|20% Off

H 50.5 in W 60 in D 32 in

Antique Derby School Paneled Oak Roll Top Desk with Full Interior, C1900

By Derby Desk Company

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique roll top desk offers paneled quarter sawn oak construction with s-top opening to full interior over base with flanking drawer towers having foliate carved pulls and centra...

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Early 20th Century American Antique Dickens Desk

Materials

Oak

Antique Regency Escritoire Desk

$1,148

H 34.65 in W 25.6 in D 19.3 in

Antique Regency Escritoire Desk

Located in London, GB

A wonderful antique Sheraton style escritoire desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1910 period. This is of superb quality, it is a useful and very charming piece...

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1910s British Sheraton Antique Dickens Desk

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Leather, Wood

18th Century Italian Ebonized Inlaid Collectors Cabinet

$34,000

H 88.25 in W 55 in D 25 in

18th Century Italian Ebonized Inlaid Collectors Cabinet

Located in Houston, TX

A glorious and magnificent 18th Century Italian collectors cabinet architecturally styled with pediment, columns and finials. This extremely fine cabinet features Florentine inlay de...

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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Dickens Desk

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Wood, Ivory

19th Century Walnut Pair of Bookcases Boiserie de Bibliothèque

$97,130

H 101.19 in W 137.8 in D 19.3 in

19th Century Walnut Pair of Bookcases Boiserie de Bibliothèque

Located in Vosselaar, BE

A rare pair of heliocodal French Directoire library bookcases in solid walnut. This type of bookcases is also known as 'boiseries de Bibliothèque' as they often, together with pannel...

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Dickens Desk

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Walnut

French Mahogany Desk

$12,297 / item

H 30 in W 60 in D 30 in

French Mahogany Desk

Located in Westwood, NJ

Crafted with figured flame mahogany, this writing desk features a luxurious leather inlaid surface. The meticulously designed structure includes five drawers surrounding a generous k...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Louis XVI Antique Dickens Desk

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Wood

Burr Walnut Davenport Desk Victorian 1880

$1,890

H 38.5 in W 21 in D 22 in

Burr Walnut Davenport Desk Victorian 1880

Located in Potters Bar, GB

You are viewing a gorgeous Victorian Davenport in burr walnut Such a lovely look to this elegant desk, the patina to the walnut is gorgeous Drawer opens out to reveal writing slope a...

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1880s Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Walnut

Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century

$5,942

H 31.11 in W 48.43 in D 37.8 in

Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique late Victorian flame mahogany partners pedestal desk, circa 1880 in date. Measures: 4ft. The rectanglular top features a stunning inset green and gold t...

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1880s English Victorian Antique Dickens Desk

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Mahogany

Biedermeier Antique Secretary Circa 1840 Veneered With Mahogany

$7,130Sale Price|20% Off

H 67.13 in W 42.13 in D 22.64 in

Biedermeier Antique Secretary Circa 1840 Veneered With Mahogany

Located in Opole, PL

Biedermeier Antique Secretary Circa 1840 Veneered With Mahogany Furniture in the Biedermeier style, made of soft wood veneered with mahogany, dated around 1840. The monumental shape...

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1840s German Biedermeier Antique Dickens Desk

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Mahogany

20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Monogram Canvas, Made In France c.1930

$33,759

H 22.45 in W 31.5 in D 20.08 in

20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Monogram Canvas, Made In France c.1930

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

An early-20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk. An absolutely essential item for elite travellers of its time, the trunk is adorned in the iconic LV monogrammed canvas, accented by lozine...

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1930s French Other Antique Dickens Desk

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Brass

Antique Mahogany Partner's Desk, English, Circa 1820, Leather Top

$12,500

H 30 in W 49 in D 36.5 in

Antique Mahogany Partner's Desk, English, Circa 1820, Leather Top

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This exquisite early 19th-century English mahogany partner's desk is characterized by its robust structure and classic detailing. The molded black leather top, framed by a tooled gil...

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1820s English Antique Dickens Desk

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Mahogany

French Empire Bedroom Suite Walnut Nightstands Bed Commode 1870

$89,141

H 59 in W 78 in D 84 in

French Empire Bedroom Suite Walnut Nightstands Bed Commode 1870

Located in Potters Bar, GB

This Suite Comprises of a Large Gentleman's Wardrobe, a Ladies Wardrobe, Super King Size Bed, Marble Top Commode and a Pair of Marble Top Bedside Cabinets. The Whole of the Suite Bei...

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1870s French Provincial Antique Dickens Desk

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Marble

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Antique Dickens Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique dickens desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, oak and walnut, every antique dickens desk was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique dickens desk — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique dickens desk, designed in the Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one antique dickens desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hobbs & Co., Morris & Co. and Sampson Mordan & Co. produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Dickens Desk?

Prices for an antique dickens desk start at $320 and top out at $18,500 with the average selling for $2,950.

Questions About Antique Dickens Desk

What is an antique Davenport desk?
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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.
What are antique desks called?
1 Answer
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.
What's the difference between an antique desk and a vintage desk?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Antique desks are generally 100 years or older, while vintage desks are at least 20 years old and often reflect a specific design era.
How do I know if my roll top desk is antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.
How much is my antique secretary desk worth?
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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.
How do I know if my antique roll top desk?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.
What's the difference between a general antique desk and a mid-century modern desk?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Any desk at least 20 years old falls under this broader category, while a mid-century modern desk specifically features the tapered legs and clean lines of 1940s-1960s design.