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Exceptional Coconut Tiled Veneer Writing Desk with Ebony Wood Accents
Located in East Hampton, NY
Incredible detail work in the small coconut shell mosaic tiles - natural and organic. Very heavy and well constructed. Finished in front and back for floating in a room. Lovely Asian...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ebony, Coconut

Maison Dominique Domin, Genevriére Art Deco Veneer Writing Desk or Vanity Table
By Andre Domin & Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique
Located in Firenze, IT
Exceptionally rare executive corner writing desk or vanity table branded Dominique, Paris. This
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Kidney-shaped Veneer Writing Desk with Brown Leather Top
Located in Sofia, BG
French kidney-shaped veneer writing table, topped with a leather-covered desk and opening with two
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Wood

Elegant French Deco Style Writing Desk
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Sophisticated French Deco style rosewood veneer writing desk having gorgeous silhouette and unusual
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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Writing Desk Mahogany Veneer, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Drop-leaf writing desk with drawers in the lower part; mahogany veneered wood with inlaid thread
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Writing Desk Mahogany Veneer, Italy, 1950s
Writing Desk Mahogany Veneer, Italy, 1950s
No Reserve
H 49.41 in W 40.56 in D 20.87 in
Vintage Writing Desk 1960s Mahogany Veneered Enameled Metal
Located in Milano, IT
Desk with double column side drawers in enamelled metal and mahogany veneered wood with Formica
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian Veneered Biedermeier Writing Desk with Lyres
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A small mahogany and walnut veneered table or writing desk with brass holders in the lyres formed
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Antique Early 1800s Scandinavian Empire Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Writing Table or Desk in Teak Veneer Wood, Italy
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Vienna, AT
Writing desk, teak and veneer with many drawers, Italy, circa 1970 Dimensions are: 41.3" x 23.62 x
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood

Vintage Writing Desk Sessile Oak Veneer from the, 1940s
Located in Milano, IT
Desk with side drawers and under-top drawer in oak veneered wood with linoleum top.
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

18th century Louis XVI Writing Desk, cherry veneer, South Germany
Located in Belmont, MA
Rare Louis XVI writing desk, South German 1780, exquisite cherry and plum wood veneer on front back
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Antique 1780s German Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cherry

19th Century English Writing Desk, Partner Style, Leather Top, Wood Grain Veneer
Located in Madrid, ES
This mid-19th century English writing desk features handsomely inlaid rich-grained mahogany veneer
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Regency Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Hardwood

Arches Desk, Thin Desk in Walnut Veneer
Located in London, GB
The Arches desk has been realised in walnut veneer. As with all our furniture, this desk is made
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2010s Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Arches Desk, Thin Desk in Walnut Veneer
Arches Desk, Thin Desk in Walnut Veneer
H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 11.82 in
Argentinian Writing Desk, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Writing desk with column of drawers and open compartment under the top; solid beech wood stained
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Beech, Mahogany

Argentinian Writing Desk, 1950s
Argentinian Writing Desk, 1950s
H 30.12 in W 40.36 in D 22.45 in
French Louis XVI Kingwood Veneer, Ormolu, and Red Leather Writing Desk
Located in New York, NY
French Louis XVI style (19th century) writing desk with kingwood veneer, a rectangular red leather
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Antique 19th Century Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Kingwood

18th Century Veneered and Inlaid Wood Italian Louis XV Writing Desk
Located in IT
The elegant antique north Italian (Genoa) Louis XV period writing desk, called also bureau plat, is
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Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Louis XV Tuscany Walnut Veneered Writing Table
Located in Firenze, FI
Elegant writing table in walnut veenered poplar. Top centered by a star motif, a comfortable drawer
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Poplar, Walnut

Louis XV Tuscany Walnut Veneered Writing Table
Louis XV Tuscany Walnut Veneered Writing Table
H 30.32 in W 38.59 in D 27.17 in
Antique French Writing Desk
Located in Portland, OR
desk is all of this and more. Estimated to be from the late 1800's-early 1900's this desk showcases all
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut, Oak

Antique French Writing Desk
Antique French Writing Desk
H 30.5 in W 59.25 in D 31.5 in
Cupboard Writing Desk, 1840
Located in Milano, IT
Center unit finished on all four sides. Made of oak, it is completely veneered in mahogany feather
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Antique 1840s Italian Other Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany, Oak

Cupboard Writing Desk, 1840
Cupboard Writing Desk, 1840
H 50.4 in W 64.57 in D 25.99 in
Petite, 19th Century Veneered Desk
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A beautifully hand-carved and inlaid, c. 1825, Italian, single drawer, tapered leg writing desk
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Antique 1820s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Olive, Pearwood, Walnut

Petite, 19th Century Veneered Desk
Petite, 19th Century Veneered Desk
H 30.75 in W 32.25 in D 21.75 in
Walnut Center/Writing Table with Flame Veneered Top
Located in Malibu, CA
Burl Walnut Center Table/ Writing Desk Stunning Queen Anne style center table/writing table hand
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Early 20th Century American Queen Anne Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Unusual Art Deco Writing Desk, Oak and Walnut Veneer, Czechia 'Bohemia', 1930s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Art Deco writing desk. Unusual combination of oak and walnut veneer. Chrome-plated steel
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Truman Writing Desk
By Pregno
Located in Milan, IT
Stylish and functional, this writing desk will make a bold addition to a contemporary home study or
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Truman Writing Desk
Truman Writing Desk
H 31.11 in W 90.56 in D 39.38 in
Unique Writing Desk with Black and White Stone Veneer and Brass Inlays
Located in Budapest, HU
Wooden desk with an elegant veneer of white and black stone, adorned with intricate brass inlays
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Desks and Writing Tables

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Stone, Brass

Danish Modern Rosewood Writing Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood mid-century desk, circa 1960's. Sleek uncluttered design with bookmatched veneer top. Four
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Modern Rosewood Writing Desk
Danish Modern Rosewood Writing Desk
H 29.5 in W 59.5 in D 31.5 in
Bauhaus tubular steel writing desk
By Bauhaus Deutschland
Located in PRAHA 4, CZ
The offered tubular steel Bauhaus writing desk impresses with its hight class design. It has been
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Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Bauhaus tubular steel writing desk
Bauhaus tubular steel writing desk
H 30.32 in W 49.22 in D 27.56 in
Danish Modern Oak Writing Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak mid-century desk, circa 1960's. Robust desk with curling top edges and ample storage for your
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Danish Modern Oak Writing Desk
Danish Modern Oak Writing Desk
H 30 in W 59 in D 30 in
Writing Desk Poseidon Blue Oak Bird-Eye Maple Veneer Hand-Crafted, in stock
By Katerina Bulgakova
Located in Zürich, CH
Writing Desk Poseidon by Katerina Bulgakova Zurich is crafted from light blue "Bird-eye" maple wood
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21st Century and Contemporary French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Walnut Writing Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Walnut mid-century desk, circa 1960's. Clean modern lines with stunning grain patterns on the top
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Danish Modern Walnut Writing Desk
Danish Modern Walnut Writing Desk
H 30 in W 55 in D 29.5 in
Continuous Writing Table - Hand applied wood veneer, leather & travertine
By Atelier FM
Located in New York, NY
wood veneers — varying from different origins around the world which are meticulously chosen, prepared
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21st Century and Contemporary American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Travertine

20th Century Elegant Veneered Bureau Plat or Writing Desk in Louis XV Style
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant veneered bureau plat or desk in Louis XV style Solid beechwood and veneer. Very fine
Category

20th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Williams Writing Desk Maple Orange
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light desk that can be customized to any color desired. This handcrafted item
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Desks and Wri...

Materials

Steel

Williams Writing Desk Maple Orange
Williams Writing Desk Maple Orange
H 30 in W 54 in D 23 in
Williams Writing Desk Walnut Black
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light desk that can be customized to any color desired. This handcrafted item
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Desks and Wri...

Materials

Steel

Williams Writing Desk Walnut Black
Williams Writing Desk Walnut Black
H 30 in W 54 in D 23 in
Williams Writing Desk Walnut Gray
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light desk that can be customized to any color desired. This handcrafted item
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Desks and Wri...

Materials

Steel

Williams Writing Desk Walnut Gray
Williams Writing Desk Walnut Gray
H 30 in W 54 in D 23 in
Williams Writing Desk Walnut Green
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light desk that can be customized to any color desired. This handcrafted item
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Desks and Wri...

Materials

Steel

Williams Writing Desk Walnut Green
Williams Writing Desk Walnut Green
H 30 in W 54 in D 23 in
Williams Writing Desk Maple Mustard
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light desk that can be customized to any color desired. This handcrafted item
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Desks and Wri...

Materials

Steel

Cherry Wood Writing Desk
By Marie Maison
Located in Milan, IT
Defined by a classic silhouette, this exclusive writing desk is a unique piece of timeless elegance
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2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Cherry Wood Writing Desk
Cherry Wood Writing Desk
H 31.5 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Inlaid Parquetry Desk or Writing Table
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Elegant French Louis XV style parquetry writing desk with fitted interior and gilt mounts. Leather
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Danish Mid-Century Teak Writing Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish desk, circa 1960's. Robust work surface! Finished on both sides, if placed in the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid-Century Teak Writing Desk
Danish Mid-Century Teak Writing Desk
H 29.5 in W 59 in D 32 in
Pietro Lingeri Desk in Briar Root Veneer
By Pietro Lingeri
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pietro Lingeri, desk, briar root veneer, glass, brass, metal, Italy, 1930s This rationalist desk
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Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pietro Lingeri Desk in Briar Root Veneer
Pietro Lingeri Desk in Briar Root Veneer
H 31.3 in W 65.56 in D 26.58 in
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Writing Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish desk, circa 1960's. Unique 5 legged design with metal pulls and a bank of drawers
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rose Quartz, Rosewood

1970s Writing Desk, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item was carefully refurbished - sturdy and stable - mahogany veneer
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

1970s Writing Desk, Italy
1970s Writing Desk, Italy
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 21.66 in
Biedermeier Desk, Walnut Veneer, Vienna, 1820-1830
Located in Belmont, MA
Biedermeier desk, Vienna 1820-1825, walnut with maple Marquetry. The top and the end panels with
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Antique 1820s Austrian Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Severin Hansen 1950s Danish Rosewood Writing Desk
By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Severin Hansen Jr., Severin Hansen
Located in London, GB
Severin Hansen Jnr. - Model 36 Writing Desk This iconic desk waa designed by Severin Hansen Jnr
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Drexel "Composite" Series Writing Desk
By Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern writing desk combining sturdy quality with great design. Manufactured by Drexel
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Venezia Rialto Writing Desk
By Morici
Located in Milan, IT
sculptural piece will create a timeless and elegant focal point. Entirely crafted of wood veneered with an
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Venezia Rialto Writing Desk
Venezia Rialto Writing Desk
H 30.32 in W 44.49 in D 25.6 in
Great English partner desk, writing desk, mahogany
Located in Berlin, DE
Great English partner desk, desk 1870, mahogany Solid mahogany, partially veneered. Three-drawer
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20th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Small Desk, Kids Desk or Writing Table by Torck, 1950s
By Torck
Located in Schagen, NL
The cutest piece in stock! This small oak veneered writing table, (kids)desk or Secretaire was
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Biedermeier Desk in Walnut Veneer, Germany, circa 1830
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This is a beautiful five-drawer desk from the Biedermeier period. The piece is veneered with walnut
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Antique 1830s European Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Williams Hairpin Writing Desk Maple White
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light desk that can be customized to any color desired. This handcrafted item
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21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Catalaga Desk in Washed Oak Veneer and Brass
Located in Paris, FR
Desk catalaga made in washed oak veneer. Structure in brushed brass finish. With 1 drawer. Desk
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Catalaga Desk in Washed Oak Veneer and Brass
Catalaga Desk in Washed Oak Veneer and Brass
H 29.53 in W 51.19 in D 23.63 in
Gala ash wood structure and veneer cover Desk
By Capital Studio
Located in Mexico City, MX
The Gala desk exhibits wood as the principal material. Composed of solid wood legs and wood veneer
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2010s Mexican Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Gala ash wood structure and veneer cover Desk
Gala ash wood structure and veneer cover Desk
H 29.53 in W 51.19 in D 23.63 in
Scandinavian Modern Teak Writing Desk by Jesper
By Jesper International
Located in Trenton, NJ
Desk. Drawing inspiration from iconic mid-century Danish design, this desk embodies the essence of
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak

Williams Hairpin Writing Desk Maple Pink
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light desk that can be customized to any color desired. This handcrafted item
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Williams Hairpin Writing Desk Walnut Mustard
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light desk that can be customized to any color desired. This handcrafted item
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Williams Writing Desk Maple Rose Copper
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light desk that can be customized to any color desired. This handcrafted item
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Williams Hairpin Writing Desk Walnut Red
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light desk that can be customized to any color desired. This handcrafted item
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Williams Hairpin Writing Desk Walnut White
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light desk that can be customized to any color desired. This handcrafted item
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Williams Hairpin Writing Desk Walnut Pink
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light desk that can be customized to any color desired. This handcrafted item
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Williams Hairpin Writing Desk Maple Yellow
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light desk that can be customized to any color desired. This handcrafted item
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Williams Hairpin Writing Desk Maple Gray
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light desk that can be customized to any color desired. This handcrafted item
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

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Veneered Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic veneered writing desk available at 1stDibs. A veneered writing desk — often made from wood, metal and hardwood — can elevate any home. There are 3855 variations of the antique or vintage veneered writing desk you’re looking for, while we also have 420 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the veneered writing desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A veneered writing desk, designed in the mid-century modern, Art Deco or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Cees Braakman, Arne Vodder and Dessie Studio each produced at least one beautiful veneered writing desk that is worth considering.

How Much is a Veneered Writing Desk?

The average selling price for a veneered writing desk at 1stDibs is $4,588, while they’re typically $43 on the low end and $15,675,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Veneered Writing Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A small writing table is also called a davenport table or davenport desk. They normally feature a sloped or inclined top attached with hinges to the back of the table. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage davenport desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A writing desk with drawers is also called a secretary. It is a desk with drawers, one of which can be pushed out and the front of the desk lowered to create a flat writing surface. These writing desks have been made in a variety of styles over the years. Shop for a variety of writing tables with drawers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    What an old-fashioned writing desk is called varies by design. Pieces with drop-down fronts are secretary desks (these are typically made of two parts: a chest of drawers on the bottom and a hutch or cupboard with shelves on the top), while ones that rest on two pillars, cabinets or bookcases are pedestal desks. A desk with a small writing surface positioned in front of drawers and cubbies is a bureau à gradin. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.