Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mid century writing desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of
wood,
metal and
hardwood, every mid century writing desk was constructed with great care. Find 11199 options for an antique or vintage mid century writing desk now, or shop our selection of 283 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century writing desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century writing desk made by
mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with
Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. A well-made mid century writing desk has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by
Paul McCobb,
Arne Vodder and
George Nelson are consistently popular.
Vintage desks and writing tables span centuries of design. The writing table came first, a simple surface built for correspondence, while the drawered desk followed as record-keeping at home and in the office grew more demanding.
Styles to Know
Any desk at least 20 years old falls under this broader vintage category. If you want a tapered-leg, mid-century look specifically, browse mid-century modern desks; Louis XVI and Art Deco secretary desks bridge the writing-table and desk forms. A vintage table lamp adds task lighting to either.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Piece
Writing tables often carry little to no storage of their own, so a separate file cabinet or desk organizer may be worth planning for, alongside a close look at the surface dimensions against the space available. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and every purchase is covered by the 1stDibs Promise.