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Vintage Writing Desk, 1970´S, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This Vintage writing desk was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1970´s.
It´s made of
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
Vintage Writing Desk, 1970's, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This Vintage writing desk was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1970´s.
It's made of
Category
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
Mid century beechwood writing desk, 1970´s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This Mid century writing desk was made in the former Czechoslovakia in 1970s .
The design is very
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Beech, Plywood
Fully renovated Czechoslovak huge writing desk, 1970´s, Central Europe
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This writing desk was made in the former Czechoslovakia in 1970s .
It features two sections with 6
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Beech, Plywood
H 30.71 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in
Fully renovated Czechoslovak huge writing desk, 1970´s, Central Europe
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This writing desk was made in the former Czechoslovakia in 1970s .
It features two sections with 6
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Beech, Plywood
H 30.71 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in
Mid century walnut writing desk, 1970s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
1970's. It includes two cabinets adorned with a symmetrical wood grain pattern and small brass handles
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Wood, Walnut
1970’s French Elm Writing Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
Postmodern French writing desk. Made of Elm.
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Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Elm
Zebra Wood and Chrome Writing Desk, ca. 1970’s
By Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
High style 1970’s writing desk, of stunning zebra wood veneer, on an architectural bright chrome
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Writing Desk by Bohumil Landsman, 1970´S, Czechoslovakia
By Jitona, Bohumil Landsman
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This desk was designed by Bohumil Landsman in 1970s for Jitona company. The design is very simple
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Beech
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
French 1970’s designer desk
By Roneo, Paris
Located in London, GB
A chrome and metal French designer 1979’s desk by Roneo, Paris.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Quaderna Desk by Superstudio 1970’s
Located in London, England
Quaderna writing desk designed Superstudio Zanotta.
1970s original.
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Vintage 1970s Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Laminate
1970's wooden Dutch desk
Located in Nijlen, VAN
1970's wooden Dutch desk
This 1970s Dutch desk features a powder-coated cream-white frame and a
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
1970' S Brass & Oak Italian Desk
Located in Nijlen, VAN
Brass & oak Italian desk
Very nice and compact desk from the 70's. This desk was made by an
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Vintage 1970s Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Vintage Writing Desk by Bohumil Landsman, 1970s
By Bohumil Landsman
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
A warm beech wood desk, designed by Bohumil Landsman and produced in the 1970s in former
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Beech
Luciano Frigerio Presidential Writing Desk in Walnut, Italy 1970s
By Luciano Frigerio, Luciano Frigerio di Desio
Located in Almelo, NL
Luciano Frigerio Presidential Writing Desk in Walnut, Italy 1960s
This is a rare presidential
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Vintage 1970s Italian Brutalist Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Granite
1970s Italian Neo-Classical Style Patchwork Burl Writing Desk
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1970s Neoclassical style Italian burl desk with ebonized x-base. The burl is beautiful
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Postmodern Desk, Writing Table by Bohumil Landsman, 1970s, Fully Restored
By Bohumil Landsman
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Exquisitely crafted in the 1970s, this vintage desk showcases a harmonious blend of style and
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Vintage 1970s Czech Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
H 29.93 in W 45.28 in D 25.6 in
1970s Italian Writing Desk in Bamboo by Vivai Del Sud
By Vivai del Sud
Located in London, GB
1970s Italian Bamboo Writing Desk by Vivai del Sud
Designed by Vivai del Sud in the 1970s, this
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bamboo
1970's geometrical dark brown Italian desk
Located in Nijlen, VAN
1970's Italian desk
beautifully wooden made Italian desk, designed and manufactured by an unknown
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Vintage 1980s Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Rosewood and Chrome Drexel Index Writing Desk Library Table, circa 1970s
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Stunning midcentury, Hollywood Regency, Post Modern design writing table, desk, made by Drexel as
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Ladies desk from HIKOR, 1970´s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
A Simple vintage beech wood writing desk from the HIKOR Písek company, 1970´s, Czechoslovakia
The
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Beech
Space Age Yellow Chapter One Desk by Broyhill Premier, 1970's
By Broyhill
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Space Age Yellow Chapter One desk by Broyhill Premier, 1970's. In good vintage condition.
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Vintage 1970s American Space Age Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Bamboo, Wood and Rattan Writing Table Desk with Drawers, Italy 1970s
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, Franca Helg, Antonio Piva and Franco Albini
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern bamboo and wicker desk with three drawers, a large one
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 18.9 in
Vintage 1970s Style Retro Mid Century Modern Writing Desk with Cane Detail
Located in Seattle, WA
Possibly 1970s era mid-century modern writing desk featuring cane-front drawers, brass hardware
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Rare 1970's Jorge Zalszupin L'atelier Space-Age Plastic Desk
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
Located in Norwalk, CT
office supplies etc., metal ashtray (so 1970's! Also doubles as a trinket dish), corkboard and a working
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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Space Age Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Franco Albini's Mini Desk for Knoll 1970's
By Franco Albini, Knoll
Located in Milano, MI
The writing table designed by Franco Albini for Knoll consists of a chromed steel frame, a black-stained oak drawer unit that has two drawers on one side and a compartment on the oth...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Rare Maple Desk with Return by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, 1970's
By Giovanni Offredi, Saporiti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simply gorgeous maple desk with return and generous storage by Italian design great Giovanni
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Maple
1970's "Boomerang" Desk in Walnut, Chrome Plated Steel and Glass - Italy
Located in Girona, Girona
"Boomerang" desk, large top in varnished walnut covered with a thick glass. Two chrome plated steel
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 29.53 in W 85.44 in D 36.62 in
1970s desk, Interlübke
By Interlübke
Located in Neuss, NW
Wonderful desk from the 1970s. High-quality corpus in white lacquered wood with three drawers
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
1970s Chrome and Rosewood Desk
By J. Wade Beam
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Beautiful executive desk designed by J Wade Beam circa 1970. The rosewood top seems to float with a
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Matteo Grassi "Metron" Boomerang Desk in Dark Cognac Leather, Italy 1970's
By Matteo Grassi
Located in Den Haag, NL
Matteo Grassi "Metron" Boomerang shaped desk completely in leather, Italy 1970's
Wooden top and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 29.14 in W 94.49 in D 43.71 in
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
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Desk " Conoid " By George Nakashima, USA 1970s
By George Nakashima
Located in Lot/Drogenbos, BE
Desk " Conoid " in Wallnut features a pedestal with three drawers.
By George Nakashima, USA 1970s
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Vintage 1970s American Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
French 1970s Steel Desk
By Raymond Cohen
Located in London, England
For Cohray
An extremely handsome brushed and polished steel desk with clean lines, the drawer pull
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Bergwood, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Bergwood, 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
A Gerrit Rietveld desk, manufactured by Cassina, 1970s
By Cassina, Gerrit Rietveld
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A vintage Rietveld crate desk by Cassina, 1970s. While an original 1930s desk by Gerrit Rietveld is
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Mid-20th Century Dutch De Stijl Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Cherry
Laminated Writing Table Attributed to Arco, Germany, 1970s
By Arco
Located in Den Haag, NL
very nice and stylish writing table. Chrome on steel base, comes with a curved
Laminated top
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Vintage 1970s German Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Laminate
Mid-Century Modern Poul Norreklit Desk, Denmark 1970s
Located in New York, NY
This stunning desk, designed by renowned Danish designer Poul Norreklit, showcases the perfect
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
1970s desk by Luigi Colani, Flötotto
By Elmar Flötotto, Luigi Colani
Located in Neuss, NW
Space age desk from the 1970s by Luigi Colani for Flötotto. Corpus and height-adjustable plastic
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Plastic
1970s Spanish Wood Brutalist Style Console Table Desk
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This exuberant console table or desk originates from Spain and shows the highly decorative
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
1970s Milo Baughman Burlwood Chrome Curved Executive Desk
By Milo Baughman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
wood desk you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. Chrome hardware. The
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
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
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Lucite, Wood
1970s Rare Royal Blue Floating Lucite Executive Desk
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, Lucite wood desk you could hope to find
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Lucite, Wood, Laminate
Mid-Century Chrome Trestles Desk, 1970s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Mid-Century Chrome Trestles Desk, 1970s
Minimalist - table desk - Vintage furniture
Measures
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20th Century Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Plexi Glass Desk by Poul Nørreklit, Denmark, 1970s
By Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik, Poul Nørreklit
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking desk by Poul Nørreklit, made from plexi glass with a lacquered wood table top and drawers
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Plexiglass, Wood
1970s Brutalist Desk Mccarroll & Gillespe Forms+Surfaces Santa Barbara
By Billy Joe Mccarroll and David Gillespe, Forms and Surfaces
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
1970s Stunning Executive Desk by Billy Joe Mccarroll & David Gillespie
Forms
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Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Hans J. Wegner "JH 810” oak desk, Denmark, 1970s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large freestanding desk in oak by Hans J. Wegner. Produced by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Midcentury Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker Desk Console Table, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful Italian writing table or desk in bamboo, rattan and wicker with two drawers
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood
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 satin
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Karl Springer Waterfall Desk in Tortoise Color Penshell, 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in Miami, FL
A Karl Springer desk in Tortoise color Pen-Shell with 3 recessed drawers.
Signed with brass plaque.
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Vintage 1970s Philippine Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Shell, Wood
1970s Brass and Glass Desk Table by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Las Vegas, NV
make the perfect desk or small space dining table.
The base is in great shape with some minimal age
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Executive partner desk in rosewood by Florence Knoll, 1970s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Florence Knoll’s Executive Partner Desk, designed in 1961, is a hallmark of mid-century modern
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
French 1970s Desk by Michel Mortier
By Michel Mortier
Located in Long Island City, NY
Michel MORTIER (1925-2015)- A writing table with a beech base and a white laminated plywood top
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Laminate, Beech
Floating Edward Wormley for Dunbar Executive Extending Desks, 1970s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Antwerp, BE
A rare and sleek Mid-Century Modern executive desks by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. The
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Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Nutwood
Gae Aulenti for Zanotta "Gaetano" Writing Table, Italy 1970s
By Gae Aulenti, Zanotta
Located in Naples, IT
Gaetano work table by Gae Aulenti for Zanotta with original glass top supported by two folding trestles in black and red enamelled metal.
Timeless object. With its dry and essential ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Green Parchment Executive Desk and Drawers, Aldo Tura, Italy, 1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large green goatskin executive desk by Aldo Tura from the 1970s. Desk has two rolling cabinet
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Goatskin, Wood
Midcentury Giancarlo Piretti Blue "Platone" Folding Desk by Castelli, 1970s
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Roma, IT
chair (1965); Plona lounge chair (1969); Alky chair (1970s); Plantone Folding desk (1970); Plano (1971
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
H 27.17 in W 32.29 in D 25.2 in
Derk Jan de Vries "SAMARA" Desk - 1970s
By Maisa
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Wear consistent with age and use : See Photos -> !! Desk top and one-leg wood !!
The SAMARA desk
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Trestle Leg table desk with two-tiered glass top, 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Trestle Leg table desk with two-tiered glass top, 1970s
Chrome and glass desk, 1970s
Trestle leg
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20th Century Unknown Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
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Writing Desk 1970s For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of writing desk 1970s available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, all writing desk 1970s available were constructed with great care. Writing desk 1970s have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Writing desk 1970s made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made writing desk 1970s over the years, but those made by Pace Collection, Peter Løvig Nielsen and Leon Rosen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Writing Desk 1970s?
Prices for writing desk 1970s can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, writing desk 1970s begin at $200 and can go as high as $250,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,500.
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 1970s
- 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.
- What was worn in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.
- 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.
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Was velvet used in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is 1970s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture 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 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 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022After the success of his “Sol” series in the 1960s, Richard Anuszkiewicz began to focus on his “Centered Square” designs in the mid-1970s. He used interacting colors to change the perception of the art in the eye of the viewer. You can shop a selection of Richard Anuszkiewicz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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