Vintage Antique Desks
Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Antique Desks
Bakelite
Early 20th Century Antique Antique Desks
Wood, Plastic, Paper
Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Antique Antique Desks
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century French Directoire Antique Antique Desks
Leather, Mahogany
Late 19th Century British Antique Antique Desks
Walnut
Early 19th Century French Mid-Century Modern Antique Antique Desks
Wood
1890s Antique Antique Desks
Fabric, Wood
1890s Antique Antique Desks
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Antique Desks
Metal
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Antique Desks
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century Antique Antique Desks
Lacquer
1910s American Mission Antique Antique Desks
Metal
Early 17th Century American Regency Antique Antique Desks
Fabric, Wood
1920s Art Deco Antique Antique Desks
Wood
Early 20th Century French Antique Antique Desks
Brass
1920s British Industrial Antique Antique Desks
Oak
Early 20th Century American Antique Antique Desks
Metal
1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Antique Desks
Brass
19th Century English Antique Antique Desks
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Antique Desks
Metal, Chrome, Steel
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Antique Antique Desks
Metal, Brass, Bronze
Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Antique Antique Desks
Wood
Early 20th Century French Provincial Antique Antique Desks
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Antique Desks
Oak
Late 19th Century American Antique Antique Desks
Wood
Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Antique Desks
Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf
Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Antique Desks
Leather, Walnut
1920s American Industrial Antique Antique Desks
Natural Fiber
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Antique Desks
Oak
Early 20th Century English Antique Antique Desks
Brass
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Antique Desks
Aluminum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Antique Desks
Aluminum
Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Antique Antique Desks
Wood
Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Antique Desks
Oak
Mid-19th Century American Regency Antique Antique Desks
Metal
Early 20th Century Regency Antique Antique Desks
Leather, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Antique Antique Desks
Wood
1920s Czech Art Deco Antique Antique Desks
Wood
Early 20th Century French Directoire Antique Antique Desks
Brass, Bronze
1920s French Art Deco Antique Antique Desks
Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Antique Desks
Brass, Bronze
1920s French Art Deco Antique Antique Desks
Wood
Early 20th Century European Jugendstil Antique Antique Desks
Mirror, Oak
1920s French Art Deco Antique Antique Desks
Wood
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Antique Desks
Leather, Wood
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Antique Desks
Bronze
1920s French Art Deco Antique Antique Desks
Wood
1920s French Art Deco Antique Antique Desks
Wood
Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Antique Desks
Leather, Oak
Early 20th Century British Empire Antique Antique Desks
Brass
1920s French Art Deco Antique Antique Desks
Chrome
Early 20th Century Italian Belle Époque Antique Antique Desks
Wood
1920s French Art Deco Antique Antique Desks
Wood
Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Antique Desks
Mahogany
1890s English Chesterfield Antique Antique Desks
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Belle Époque Antique Antique Desks
Wood
Early 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Antique Desks
Bronze
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Antique Desks
Leather, Oak
1880s English Georgian Antique Antique Desks
Leather, Hardwood
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Antique Desks
Brass
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- What are antique desks called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What 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 is an antique Davenport desk?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An 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, 2022A 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.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Antique is usually defined as being over 100 years old. Vintage is a bit more subjective, with some saying anything over 20 years old is vintage, while others state something must be over 50 years old to be considered vintage.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.