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Spectacular Wood Desk, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Exceptional and spectacular French Art Deco wood desk.
Two drawers in facade,
circa 1930.
Category
1930s French Art Deco Used Wood Desks
Materials
Chrome
Neoclassical Style Lacquered Burl Wood Desk
Located in Houston, TX
20th century lacquered burl wood desk with three drawers supported with black columns and gilded
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood, Giltwood, Burl
French Modern Style Beech Wood Desk
Located in New York, NY
French Modern Style Beech Wood Desk with two cantilevered drawers on both sides and two center
Category
20th Century Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood
19th Century Japanese carved wood desk.
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality Japanese carved wood desk, having wonderful carved exotic flowers and foliage to the
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Used Wood Desks
Materials
Softwood
19th Century Chinese Padouk Wood Desk
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality 19th century carved Padouk wood desk, having a row of small drawers, and
Category
19th Century English Used Wood Desks
Materials
Hardwood
Lacquered Wood Desk by Stilka, Argentina, circa 1970
By Stilka
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Lacquered wood desk by Stilka, Argentina, circa 1970.
Category
1960s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood
Bauhaus Tubular Steel and Wood Desk, Germany, 1930s
Located in Praha 2, Hlavní město Praha
Bauhaus tubular steel and wood desk, made in Germany, 1930s.
Date of manufacture: 1930s
Origin
Category
1930s German Bauhaus Used Wood Desks
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Jens Risom Solid Wood Desk, Denmark, 1960s
By Jens Risom
Located in Utrecht, NL
Jens Risom: wood desk, manufactured by Risom Design. 1960s.
This nicely shaped Jens Risom desk
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood
Jean Michel Frank Style 1950’s Oak Wood Desk
By (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Milano, IT
Bureau in the style of J M Frank 1950’s from the Cartier store in Paris. Oak Wood Desk. Taller than
Category
19th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Oak
Vintage Italian Walnut and Satin Wood Desk
Located in London, GB
A superb vintage Italian walnut and satin wood desk, dating from the 1950-60’s.
It is beautifully
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Satinwood
Double Pedestal Glass and Wood Desk with Chrome Mounts C 1960
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Mid-Century Modern Double pedestal glass and wood Desk with chrome mounts C 1960. Three drawers
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Glass, Wood
Mid-Century Louis XVI Style Inlaid Wood Desk, France 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century Louis XVI style inlaid wood desk, France 1960s
Three drawers.
Bronze details. Good
Category
1960s French Used Wood Desks
Materials
Bronze
Studio Crafted by John Kapel Cherry Wood Desk
By John Kapel
Located in Denton, TX
Very Rare Custom Made John Kapel Sculpted Cherry Wood Desk. Incredible wood grains. Very sturdy and
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Cherry
Italian Industrial Metal and Wood Desk with Drawers, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian industrial metal and wood desk with drawers, 1970s
Wooden desk with metal frame, with
Category
1970s Italian Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Metal
English Arts & Crafts Aesthetic Movement Elm Wood Desk with Contrasting Inlay
Located in New York, NY
English Arts & Crafts (Aesthetic Movement) double pedestal table elm and burl wood desk with a
Category
20th Century British Arts and Crafts Used Wood Desks
Materials
Burl, Elm, Leather
H 29 in W 54 in D 26.5 in
Stylish Cerused Wood Desk
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your workspace with this impeccably designed cerused oak desk, a piece that marries
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood, Oak
Fine French Blackened Wood Desk with an Off White Lacquered Top with Inlays
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French blackened wood desk with 3 drawers, an off white & black lacquered top with metal
Category
1920s French Art Deco Used Wood Desks
Materials
Brass, Bronze
H 30.32 in W 39.38 in D 23.63 in
Empire Burl Wood Desk
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautiful burl wood set against ebonized legs and trim. Desk has a single compartmentalized drawer
Category
19th Century Austrian Empire Used Wood Desks
Materials
Burl
19th Century French Bronze and Burl Wood Desk Set
Located in Richmond, VA
Listed is an absolutely stunning, 19th century French bronze and burl wood desk set. The set
Category
19th Century French French Provincial Used Wood Desks
Materials
Bronze
19th Century, French Louis XV Style, Lacquered Wood Desk
Located in IT
19th century, French Louis XV style, lacquered wood desk
This elegant lacquered wooden desk was
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Used Wood Desks
Materials
Bronze
Sculptural Resin And Wood Desk
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Large desk (dining table) cover with resin and curved wood top. Steel base with chrome plated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Steel, Chrome
A Burmese Teak Wood Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
This Burmese Teak Wood Table offers durability and timeless beauty with its vintage craftsmanship
Category
Mid-20th Century Burmese Used Wood Desks
Materials
Teak
Postmodern Design in Style of Milo Baughman Burl Wood Desk, 1970's
By Milo Baughman
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Postmodern design burl wood desk in the style of Milo Baughman, 1970's / 80's. Made in
Category
1970s Italian Post-Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Metal, Brass
Widdicomb Painted and Gilt Wood Desk
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Carved, painted and giltwood Hollywood Regency style desk on brass castors with walnut burl top by
Category
1950s American Hollywood Regency Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood
Italian Carved-Wood Desk W/Pullout Writing Shelf & Great Storage, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian smaller-sized carved-wood desk, with pull-out writing shelf and storage, from the 19th
Category
19th Century Italian Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood
H 31.25 in W 44.5 in D 19 in
Louis XVI Style Beech Wood Desk Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Louis XVI Style Beech Wood Desk Chair
The curved back and arms are carved with leaf-tips and
Category
20th Century Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood
Large Oak Wood Desk with Antler Decorations by Rudolf Brix 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A large antique oak wood desk decorated with several antler pieces from the deer and the Virginia
Category
19th Century Austrian Black Forest Used Wood Desks
Materials
Antler, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Metal and Wood Desk Lamp, Italy, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Metal and Wood Desk Lamp,Italy, 1970s
Category
1970s Used Wood Desks
Materials
Metal
1970s Monumental Executive Floating Lucite and Wood Desk
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning lucite desk you could hope to find. This is
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Lucite, Wood
1950s Mid Century Rattan Grasscloth Streamline Wood Desk
By Paul Frankl
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning desk you could hope to find. This is an ultra
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Grasscloth, Rattan, Laminate, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Metal and Wood Desk Lamp, Italy, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Metal and Wood Desk Lamp,Italy, 1970s
Category
1970s Italian Used Wood Desks
Materials
Metal
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
Category
1950s Italian Space Age Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood
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
Category
1950s Italian Space Age Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood
Wood Desk Attr. to Melchiorre Bega, Italy, 1950s
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Roma, IT
Mid-century wood desk is an original design furniure item realized in the mid-20th century and
Category
1950s Italian Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood
Mid-century Wicker & Wood Desk Lamp, 1950s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-century wicker & wood desk lamp, 1950s, Italy
Lampshade is in good condition and very clean
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wicker, Wood
Antique Louis XV Provincial Style Fruit Wood Desk
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique Louis XV style fruit wood writing table / desk, 19th century with alterations. With a
Category
19th Century French Louis XV Used Wood Desks
Materials
Brass
Rare Solid Mexican Cocobolo Wood Desk Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Designed in 1970s and executed in 1981, the desk is constructed with patchwork of exotic Cocobolo wood, a
Category
1980s Mexican Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Cocobolo
Antique Traditional Secretary Wood Desk with Shelf, FR-1062
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Antique Traditional Secretary Wood Desk with Shelf
The secretary desk with shelf originates from
Category
Early 20th Century French Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood
Beautiful Top Down Italian Wood Desk With Inlay
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Pristine Beautiful Condition for Antique. Dimensions: 38.5" x 18.5" x 35".
Category
1960s Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood
Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman Combed Wood Desk
By Paul Frankl
Located in Pasadena, TX
A desk designed by Paul Frankl for Brown and Saltman. This desk features combed wood restored to
Category
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood
Bauhaus Oak Wood Desk With Roller Doors, Czechoslovakia 1940s
Located in Zohor, SK
What a desk! This beautiful desk is fully restored to an amazing condition. Produced in
Category
1940s Czech Bauhaus Used Wood Desks
Materials
Oak
1960s Midcentury Modern Warm Walnut Wood Desk Lamp Organic Beauty
By Tony Paul
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Desk Lamp Midcentury Modern
1960s Midcentury Modern Walnut Wood Desk Lamp Organic Beauty
Warm
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Walnut
Gianfranco Frattini, wood desk for Bernini, Italian design 1960 circa
By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Milan, IT
Elegant desk mod. 530 created by Gianfranco Frattini with structure, supports and top in wood. The
Category
1960s Italian Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood
H 33.47 in W 51.19 in D 31.5 in
Paolo Buffa grissinato wood desk with four drawers, Italy 1940s
By Galdino Maspero, Paolo Buffa
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid and essential Paolo Buffa Desk in grissinato wood with four drawers and saber legs.
Iconic
Category
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood
Early 19th Century Swedish Carved Wood Desk Table with Drawer
Located in Atlanta, GA
used as a desk (giving clearance for seating in front.) This rustic piece has a natural wood finish
Category
19th Century Swedish Rustic Used Wood Desks
Materials
Metal
Vintage Midcentury Danish Modern Teak Wood Desk from Avalon, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This classic desk or dressing table was probably manufacturer by English maker Avalon, which
Category
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Teak
French Art Deco Amboyna Burl Wood Desk with Leather Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Art Deco rectangular desk with Amboyna Burl frame with a gloss finish. This desk features
Category
1930s French Art Deco Used Wood Desks
Materials
Brass
Restored Post-War Hawaiian Koa Wood Desk W/ Rattan Border
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Stacked Koa Wood secretary desk with Koa Wood top and rattan accents, center drawer with four
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Rattan
English Brass & Wood Desk Top Model of a Signal Cannon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
English Brass & Wood Desk Top Model of a Signal Cannon
England, circa 1950s
An English brass
Category
20th Century English Used Wood Desks
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Classic Scandinavian Modern Teak Wood Desk with Drawers
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This classic desk was made in Denmark during the 1960s. It was finished of teak wood in a warm
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood, Teak
H 28.35 in W 49.22 in D 23.23 in
Classic Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Wood Desk with Drawers
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This classic desk was made in Sweden during the 1960s. It has been finished in teak wood in a warm
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood, Teak
H 28.35 in W 47.64 in D 23.23 in
Anonima Castelli Palisander Wood Desk with Elegant Metal Insert Handle, 1970s
By Anonima Castelli
Located in Traversetolo, IT
The desk, produced in the 1970s by Anonima Castelli of Bologna, is an authentic vintage piece in
Category
1970s Italian Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Rosewood
H 29.93 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in
Vintage Swedish Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Teak Wood Desk with Drawers
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This classic desk was made in Sweden during the 1960s. It is made of brown-gold teak with black
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Teak
H 28.75 in W 40.95 in D 19.69 in
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Rattan over Wood Desk with Three Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period rattan over wood waterfall style desk from the 19th century, with
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Used Wood Desks
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Oak Wood Desk or Dining Table Style of Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in New York, NY
1940s French desk in the style of Charles Dudouyt.
Also would make a great dining table.
Two
Category
1940s French Used Wood Desks
Materials
Oak
EXQUISITE ANTIQUE ITALIAN CIRCA 1860 OLIVE WOOD DESK WRITING TABLE SUBLiME WOOD
Located in GB
original circa 1860-1880 Olive wood Italian desk / writing table with the most glorious timber patina
Category
1860s Italian High Victorian Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood
H 31.3 in W 48.43 in D 23.82 in
Mid Century Modern Founders Wood Desk Dining Table with Laminate Wood Table Top
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A mid century modern wood desk table with laminate wood table top. This handsome piece features a
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood
H 30 in W 59.75 in D 35 in
Anglo Indian Style Mango Wood Desk with Drawers, Bone Inlay and Light Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Anglo-Indian style mango wood console table or desk with inlaid bone décor, three drawers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Anglo-Indian Used Wood Desks
Materials
Wood, Bone
Post-modern 1970s Wood Desk Chair by Chatham County Furniture, High Point
By The Chatham Corporation, Poul Hermann Poulsen
Located in Chicago, IL
Solid maple rectilinear desk or dining chair made by Chatham County Furniture of High Point, North
Category
1970s American Post-Modern Used Wood Desks
Materials
Naugahyde, Maple
Italy Mid-18th Century Olive Root Wood Desk with Drawings in Regency Style
Located in Brescia, IT
pregiate wood, the olive root; the fine proportion and the elegance of the desk, make understand the high
Category
Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XVI Used Wood Desks
Materials
Olive
H 31.5 in W 63 in D 28.35 in
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Used Wood Desks For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of used wood desks for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct used wood desks — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. Used wood desks have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Used wood desks made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular at 1stDibs. Used wood desks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Herman Miller, George Nelson and Ico Parisi are consistently popular.
How Much are Used Wood Desks?
Prices for used wood desks start at $1 and top out at $1,844,713 with the average selling for $3,760.
Questions About Used Wood Desks
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Davenport desk is used for writing and is typically favored by women. The desk features a slanted top leather insert, a cupboard, slides and drawers to carry writing essentials. You’ll find a selection of antique Davenport desks on 1stDibs.
- What are desk blotters used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Desk blotters are used to protect the top of a table or desk. It helps prevent scratches and absorbs dripped or spilled ink and paint. Desk pad is another name for a blotter. You'll find a selection of vintage and antique desk blotters on 1stDibs.
- What is kauri wood used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Kauri wood is used for a number of purposes. Its durability makes it ideal for building boats, cabinetry and homes. In addition, artisans often use it to produce carved and turned wood handicrafts. Shop a range of kauri wood furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is walnut wood used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Walnut wood is used for a variety of purposes. Due to its hardness and beauty, it is a common material for furniture and cabinetry. Artisans may also choose it when producing wooden handicrafts and decorative objects, such as bowls, planters and carved figurines. Many musical instruments feature walnut-wood construction as well. Shop a variety of walnut furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, you can use a library table as a desk. In fact, many people like the spacious tops found on library tables because they usually have enough room to accommodate a computer and provide additional work space. Find a range of library tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Because of their variety of sizes and range in function, console tables can easily work as a desk. Given their size and ease of mobility, a console table can be used in almost any sort of room.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Cedarwood was a popular choice for shutters in the past due to its resilience to harsh weather conditions, insects and rot. Nowadays, basswood is preferred because it is light and flexible, making it a good choice for different designs. Find a collection of antique and vintage window shutters on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, in fact, pecan wood has been used for furniture, cabinetry and even in making certain tools. Pecan wood is durable and only moderately heavy. Shop a collection of pecan wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Teakwood is a type of wood popularly used in Indonesian furniture. It is a tropical hardwood mainly used in Java, Indonesia, that can grow up to 130 feet tall. Shop a collection of Indonesian furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In Bali, many different types of woods are used for carving. Some examples include albesia, crocodile wood, rain tree, hibiscus, jackfruit, teak, mahogany and sandalwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Balinese wood art, furniture and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Bernhardt uses engineered, multi-ply hardwood plywood as well as various solid hardwoods like teak. The brand is known for employing unique decorative materials like bone inlay, German silver, gypsum and white onyx. On 1stDibs, find Bernhardt furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The best wood to use in designing a farmhouse style table is a matter of preference — farmhouse tables are frequently made of white oak, hickory or cypress. Largely defined by its geography, functionality and simplicity, the farmhouse style, both in the United States and abroad, is much emulated today — often as an amalgam of other rustically rooted ones, such as cottage, French country and industrial. Find a collection of antique and vintage farmhouse tables and other furniture designed in the farmhouse style on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Epoxy resins are the type of resins used for wood tables. They are used to make high-gloss coatings for wooden surfaces. Shop a range of antique and vintage wood tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The best products to use on wood furniture are lacquer, varnish or polyurethane that will protect the wood from staining, and add a nice sheen to the piece. Wood furniture polishes are available in silicon, emulsion, oil-based and wax and you can choose based on the type of wooden furniture you have. It is important to test on a small patch of wood before applying it to the entire piece of furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021There are many different types of finishes that can be used on wood furniture. Linseed oil, also known as flaxseed oil, is one of the most popular treatments in the world to use on wood furniture. Shop a range of antique and vintage wood furniture with different finishes on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In most cases, Paul McCobb used a natural lacquer wood finish. In doing so, he emphasized the natural color and grain of the hardwoods used to build his tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture. Shop a collection of Paul McCobb on 1stDibs.
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