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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
Mid-Century Modern Italian Writing Desk, 1960s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Italian desk from the 1960s, restored and shellac polished. Note the brass handles and feet, the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Italian Oak Writing Desk, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Beautiful desk, fabricated in Italy in the 1960s.
This oak wooden desk is made with love and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Oak
Harvey Probber Zebrano & Ebonized Mahogany Two Drawer Desk
By Harvey Probber
Located in Bainbridge, NY
American Mid Century American Harvey Probber Inc. Writing Desk, 1960's. Featuring a rectangular
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Mahogany, Zebra Wood
Olivetti Desk 1960's
By Olivetti
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
.
This particular desk is a superb example of Olivetti’s design legacy. Constructed from a refined mix of
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Vintage Writing Desk Italian Production, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Writing Desk with drawers. Wooden frame and chromed metal supports.
Italian production
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Vintage 1960s Italian Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
1960s Hollywood Regency Neoclassical Revival Karges Writing Desk
By Karges Furniture
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1960s Hollywood Regency desk for sale. Manufactured by Karges in the 1960s, and in
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Vintage 1960s American Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
1960's Mid Century Modern Copper Clad Writing Desk with Matching Chair
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1960's Mid Century Modern Copper Clad Writing Desk with Matching Chair on Rollers. Very beautiful
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Copper
Modernist 5 drawer writing desk, Netherlands 1960s
By Gerrit Rietveld
Located in ECHT, NL
Minimalistic designed writing desk. The top is made from solid wood and is painted green. The top
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
1960s Mid Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century walnut executive desk designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1960s. The
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Laminate, Walnut
Design Midcentury Writing Table / Desk, Germany, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Germany
- around 1960s
- good original condition, stable, refreshed
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
1960s Rattan and Iron Writing Table Desk
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Lightly used, with very light scratches, or minor cosmetic wear, but has no structural issues. Most antique and vintage items fit this condition.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
1960's Danish Modern Rosewood Desk
By Bodil Kjaer
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1960's Mid-century Modern rosewood desk for sale. It has been professionally refinished
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
1960's Executive Desk from Denmark
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Executive desk from Denmark circa mid-1960s now available. This example has matte black iron legs
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Writing desk, Aksel Kjersgaard Odder, Denmark 1960s
By Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Torino, IT
Writing desk, Aksel Kjersgaard Odder, Denmark 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
1960s National Mt Airy Mahogany Chippendale Writing Desk
By National Mt. Airy
Located in Germantown, MD
Vintage Mahogany Chippendale writing desk by National Mount Airy Furniture of North Carolina
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Mid-20th Century North American Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk, Netherlands, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sleek writing desk featuring a dual-panel tabletop with a crisp white finish and red trim. This
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
1960's French Bureau/Secetaire Desk
Located in London, Lambeth
compact design .Cc 1960's French
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Satin
Danish Teak Drop Leaf Writing Desk By Arne Vodder, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Den Haag, NL
This writing desk was designed by Arne Vodder and was produced in Denmark in the 1960s. It is made
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
1960s Italian Art Deco Midcentury Walnut Brass Desk Writing Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern desk or writing table, in beautiful veneer wood
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Small Wooden Writing Desk with Metal Structure, Italy, 1960s
Located in Madrid, ES
Small writing desk of wood and metal, Formica table top. Front of the two drawers painted in black
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Freestanding Boomerang Writing Desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen for Løvig, 1960s
By Peter Løvig Nielsen, Løvig Design
Located in Ranst, VAN
Beautiful vintage ‘Boomerang’ writing desk in teak designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen. There are three
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29.14 in W 59.85 in D 35.44 in
Vintage Yellow Campaign Desk And Matching Chair Ca' 1960's
By Drexel
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic and fun 1960's campaign desk and matching chair. The desk has three drawers, handles on
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
1960's Anglo Chinese Bamboo Parquet Hardwood Campaign Desk
Located in New York, NY
legs.
Anglo Chinese, Hong Kong ,c. 1960's
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Jorge Zalszupin, Desk Full Drawers, 1960's
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Barra Funda, SP
Featuring a combination of signature Rosewood veneer and leather on its surfaces, the desk exudes
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Jacaranda
1960s Italian Art Deco Midcentury Walnut Brass Small Desk Writing Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern small desk or writing table secretaire, in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 27.56 in W 35.44 in D 16.54 in
Large Rosewood Executive Desk on Metal Base Denmark 1960's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful large Danish modern executive desk with metal base made probably around the late 1960's
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
French Louis XV Rococo Style Walnut Writing Desk Table Circa 1960s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a very unique desk and perfect for your office. The desk measures 50 wide x 24 deep x 30
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Vintage 1960s North American Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
Midcentury Bamboo, Rattan & Wicker Writing Desk Table by Dal Vera, Italy 1960s
By Dal Vera
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful Italian writing table or desk in bamboo and wicker rattan with 2 side drawers
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Wood
H 29.93 in W 47.64 in D 23.63 in
1960s Italian Dal Vera Bamboo Rattan Brass French Riviera Organic Writing Desk
By Dal Vera
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern writing table or desk in bamboo and wicker rattan with 2
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29.93 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
French Writing Desk in Solid Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Writing desk, pine, France, 1960s
This writing desk of French origin has a splendid construction
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Roll Top Writing Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A stately and elegant rosewood and mahogany campaign desk having three drawers and two rosewood
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20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Desk by Karl Erik Ekselius, design 1960's
By Karl-Erik Ekselius, JOC Mobler Vetlanda
Located in PARIS, FR
A magnificent desk with 2 drawers designed by Ekselius and produced by the Swedish firm JOC in the
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Roll Top Writing Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A stately and elegant rosewood and mahogany campaign desk having three drawers and two rosewood
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Guillerme & Chambron Writing Desk in Oak
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, writing desk, oak, faux leather, France, 1960s.
This desk
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak, Faux Leather
Vintage Vanity / Writing Desk With Chair by Morris of California. Circa 1960s
By Morris of California
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Campaign Style Vanity / Writing Desk With Chair by Morris of California. Circa 1960s
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Vintage 1960s American Campaign Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
H 19 in W 48 in D 20 in
Restored Midcentury Writing Desk or Console Table from Up Zavody, 1960s
By Up Závody
Located in Żory, PL
Mid-century writing desk which can also be used as a console table. Manufactured by UP Zavody
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
H 29.53 in W 47.64 in D 16.54 in
1960s Rattan And Formica Right Sided Writing Desk With Matching Chair
Located in Monrovia, CA
1960s Rattan And Formica Right Sided Writing Desk With Matching Chair.
1960s Rattan Desk With
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Grasscloth, Bamboo, Formica, Wood
H 29.5 in W 39.25 in D 18.25 in
Ate van Apeldoorn Large Writing Desk and cabinet block . 1960s Holland
By Houtwerk Hattem
Located in Den Haag, NL
Minimalist Solid Pine Writing desk designed by Ate Van Apeldoorn and produced by Houtwerk Hattum
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
H 28.75 in W 70.87 in D 29.53 in
Vintage Italian Walnut Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage Italian walnut writing desk, dating from the 1960’s.
This is of superb quality
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
1960s Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Walnut Brass Glass Top Desk Writing Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern small desk or writing table with stylish legs and veneer
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 30.32 in W 31.89 in D 19.3 in
Mid Century MODERN Danish Teak Double-Sided DESK, 1960's
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Desk, featuring six drawers for plenty of storage, large tabletop
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
1960s Italian Art Deco Mid-century Walnut Brass Glass Top Desk Writing Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern small desk or writing table with 4 beautifully
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 31.89 in W 36.23 in D 20.08 in
Danish Writing Desk with Sliding Top by Peter Løvig Nielsen, 1960s
By Løvig Design, Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Beautiful writing desk designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen around 1960. Made of sculpted teak wood with
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
1960's Roger Capron Vallauris Ceramic Tiles & Oak Brutalist Table/Desk France
By Roger Capron
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
1960's French Brutalist Local Carpenter Crafted Solid Oak Table/Desk with Roger Capron Ceramic
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29.53 in W 55.52 in D 29.14 in
Industrial 7900 series 'Economy' desk by André Cordemeyer for Gispen, 1960's
By Ontwerpbureau N.V. Gispen, A.R. Cordemeijer
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This industrial desk was designed as a writing machine desk by André Cordemeyer for N.V. Gispen. It
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 26.58 in W 47.45 in D 25.01 in
Mid-Century Modern Dutch Design Desk, Netherlands, 1960's
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dutch Design Desk, made in the Netherlands 1960's. In the style of
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Rattan & Brass Desk & Chair by Gilles Sermadiras, Ed. Maison & Jardin - 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Rare desk by Gilles Sermadiras for Maison & Jardin, France, 1960s.
Rectangular desk with double
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Vintage 1960s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass, Copper
H 29.14 in W 51.19 in D 23.63 in
Freestanding Desk in Rosewood and Chromed Steel by Jan Lunde Knudsen, 1960's
By Jan Lunde Knutsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Freestanding Desk in Rosewood and Chromed Steel by Jan Lunde Knudsen, 1960's
Additional
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20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
H 28.35 in W 86.62 in D 43.31 in
Ico Parisi for MIM Italian Midcentury Desk 1960's
By Ico Parisi
Located in bari, IT
Executive corner desk was designed by Ico Parisi for M.I.M Rome in Italy. The wooden top is
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Writing Desk Designed by Architect M. Požár, Retro Style Brusel 1960s
By M. Požár
Located in Praha, CZ
The item is made of veneered and varnished wood, on upper surface is black opax glass, corpus is varnished quality polyurethane varnish. drawers and legs are varnished into the origi...
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Glass, Wood
H 28.75 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
1960s desk
By Arne Vodder, G.V. Møbler
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic freestanding desk from the 1960s by Arne Vodder. High-quality corpus in oak veneer with
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Floating desk manufactured by Tijseling Nijkerk, The netherlands, 1960's.
By Tijsseling
Located in CASTENRAY, NL
Dutch design teak desk by Tijsseling Nijkerk The Netherlands.
Hairpin leggs.
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
H 29.14 in W 55.91 in D 23.63 in
Reno Desk Table. Federico Correa and Alfonso Milá 1960´s
Located in Barcelona, Cataluna
"Reno" Table, ca. 1960.
FEDERICO CORREA (1924-2020) & ALFONSO MILÁ (1924-2009) for Gres.
It has
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Modern TEAK Two Sided DESK + File Cabinet, 1960's
Located in Weehawken, NJ
storage space across multiple drawers, c. 1960's. This stunning desk features the most gorgeous grains
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Custom-Made Desk, Sweden, 1960s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Stockholm, SE
Custom-made desk from the 1960s, produced in Sweden.
Very high quality. Mint condition.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Guillerme & Chambron design desk, " votre Maison " edition, France circa 1960's
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in leucate, FR
Design solid Oak desk by Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron, " Votre Maison " edition.
Free
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Wood, Oak
H 28.94 in W 55.12 in D 25.6 in
Italian Desk from the 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in the 1960s the desk also features chrome tubular legs.
Italian desk from the late 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Custom-Made Desk, Sweden, 1960s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Stockholm, SE
Custom-made desk from the 1960s, produced in Sweden.
Very high quality. Mint condition.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
1960s Ole Wanscher Mahogany Desk
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Madrid, ES
Mahogany desk designed by Ole Wanscher in an excellent restored condition. Denmark, 1960s
This
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Mahogany
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Find a variety of writing desk 1960s available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique writing desk 1960s was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. There are 3478 antique and vintage writing desk 1960s for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Writing desk 1960s have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of writing desk 1960s to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern writing desk 1960s are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made writing desk 1960s over the years, but those made by Arne Vodder, Kai Kristiansen and Peter Løvig Nielsen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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Prices for writing desk 1960s can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, writing desk 1960s begin at $1 and can go as high as $181,901, while the average can fetch as much as $3,495.
Finding the Right Desks-writing-tables for You
Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.
Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.
Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.
Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.
The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.
From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.
Questions About Writing Desk 1960s
- What is a writing desk?1 Answer1stDibs 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, 2021A 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, 2021A 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.
- Were there watches in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, there were watches in the 1960s. The first recorded wristwatch dates back to 1868, when Patek Philippe, a watchmaker founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek, designed a timepiece for Countess Koscowicz of Hungary. Shop a collection of vintage watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a caftan from the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A caftan from the 1960s or any other era refers to a long ankle-length variation on a robe or a tunic. Caftans, which are sometimes referred to as kaftans, feature full sleeves and usually have a deep, open neck. While these garments can be made from any fabric, most caftans are made of wool, silk or cotton. Find a selection of caftans from top fashion boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
- What was worn in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion in the 1960s progressed toward a more casual look for men and for women during the decade. For women, the skirt suits of the 1950s prevailed during the early ‘60s and eventually miniskirts came along. Late-1960s fashion included ponchos, peace signs, chain belts, puffed “bubble” sleeves, frayed bell-bottom jeans for men and women, tie-dyed shirts, work shirts, sandals, headbands and moccasins.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023What 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Furniture from the 1960s is often called mid-century modern. This style emphasizes the importance of good design that looks attractive and performs its function well. Notable mid-century modern designers include Eero Saarinen, George Nelson, Florence Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The dresses they wore in the 1960s varied depending on the time of day and the occasion. For everyday wear, many women opted for simply tailored frocks called shift dresses. They often featured bold geometric prints in eye-catching colors. In the evening, women tended to opt for gowns with plunging necklines, fitted waists and flowing full skirts. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage dresses from the 1960s.
- What did men wear in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024What men wore in the 1960s varied over the course of the decade. At the start of the ’60s, when the Mod style was all the rage, men often sported boxy Italian-style suits with tight-fitting trousers for work and dressier occasions and polo shirts and turtlenecks paired with fitted trousers for casual dress. As the decade progressed, the Peacock Revolution occurred, with menswear becoming flashier with bright colors and bold prints. Fedoras and trilby hats were common in the early ’60s, but by the start of the 1970s, hats for men were much less common, marking a major departure from the style conventions of the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s. Explore an assortment of 1960s men's apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023In 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Who the most famous fashion designer of the 1960s was is open to debate. Many designers helped define the looks of the decade, each influencing style in their own way. Among these notable designers were Mary Quant, André Courrèges, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent, Bonnie Cashin, Hubert de Givenchy, Emilio Pucci, Paco Rabanne and Ossie Clark. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1960s.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024What the dress style was called in the 1960s varied, as there were several types of dresses that were fashionable during the decade. At the start of the 1960s, many women wore swing dresses featuring fitted bodices and full skirts. Collared, button-up belted dresses called shirtwaist dresses were also popular, as were loose-fitting, flowy shift dresses. By the late 1960s, new styles emerged, such as flared, flowing tent dresses, sleeveless jumpers usually styled over sweaters and blouses and drop-waist dresses, which had their waist seams at the hips rather than the natural waist. Find a variety of 1960s dresses and other vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.
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