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British Colonial Elephant Head Writing Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
British colonial style one drawer writing desk or table crafted in walnut with a chic pecan finish
Category

20th Century American British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

British Campaign Writing Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
This rare early 19th century rosewood campaign desk displays exquisite beauty and remarkable design
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

British Campaign Writing Table
British Campaign Writing Table
H 46.75 in W 38.88 in D 19.63 in
Straight Leg British Chippendale Style Library Desk or Writing Table
By Hekman Furniture
Located in Hopewell, NJ
This is a vintage traditional mahogany library desk or writing table. Its design was inspired by
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20th Century American Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

British Colonial West Indies Server or Writing Table
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Transporting 19th century British Colonial West Indian writing table or server crafted in mahogany
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Antique Early 19th Century Caribbean British Colonial Desks and Writing ...

Materials

Mahogany

Boho British Colonial Bamboo & Rattan Desk
By Dal Vera
Located in Trenton, NJ
Introducing this Vintage British Colonial Style Grasscloth and Bamboo Writing Desk – a tropical
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Late 20th Century Unknown British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Grasscloth, Bamboo, Wood

Boho British Colonial Bamboo & Rattan Desk
Boho British Colonial Bamboo & Rattan Desk
H 30.25 in W 54.25 in D 25 in
British Colonial Style Leather Top Desk
By Kittinger
Located in Palm Beach, FL
British Colonial Style Leather Top Desk. Five drawer desk crafted in mahogany with a classic form
Category

20th Century American British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

British Colonial Style Grasscloth and Mahogany Desk
By Maitland Smith
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome British colonial style seven drawer desk crafted in mahogany with bold grasscloth panels
Category

20th Century Philippine British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Grasscloth, Mahogany

Antique British Colonial Campaign Chest with Pullout Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
a pullout desk with nooks, drawers and a leather writing surface.
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Antique 19th Century Chinese British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

British Colonial Style Vintage Bamboo and Grasscloth Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome British Colonial style desk crafted with a bamboo frame and grasscloth panels all around
Category

Mid-20th Century Philippine British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Grasscloth, Bamboo

Vintage Tooled Leather Traditional Carved Campaign Style Office Writing Desk 62"
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th Century campaign style desk. Features a rectangular form with brown tooled leather top
Category

Late 20th Century British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

British Colonial Style Faux Bamboo and Grasscloth Pagoda Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive mid century desk crafted with a faux burnt bamboo frame having grasscloth panels on the
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Mid-20th Century Philippine British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Grasscloth, Faux Bamboo

Vintage Jaguar Green Lacquered Louis XVI Style Writing Desk
Located in East Hampton, NY
British Jaguar green lacquered Louis XVI style desk with original embossed leather top and two
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Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique English Victorian Mahogany Folding Military Campaign Writing Desks
Located in Dayton, OH
2 Civil War era British campaign writing desks. Made of mahogany featuring a folding form that
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Antique Mid-19th Century Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Teak Writing Desk or Console Table
Located in Nantucket, MA
A stunning Mid-Century Modern teak writing desk or could also be used as a console table or as a
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Magnificent English 19th Century Faux Painted Marbleized Pedestal Writing Desk
Located in Hopewell, NJ
British desk with faux painted original surface and hand painted marbleized green banding. The
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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Edwardian Kidney Writing Table Desk Secret Drawers 19th C
By Maple & Co.
Located in London, GB
This is a fabulous quality antique Edwardian kidney shaped mahogany writing table by Maple & Co
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Antique 1890s English Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Antique Victorian Walnut Writing Table Desk Hindley & Sons 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian walnut writing table, circa 1850 in date. One of the drawers is stamped by the
Category

Antique 1850s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Large Green Study Desk with Natural Linoleum Top, Customizable Writing Table
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
This large Study desk is made with a bright green powder-coated steel frame and a deep green
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Antique 19thC English Victorian Hobbs Kneehole Cylinder Roll Writing Bureau Desk
By Hobbs & Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 19th Century Hobbs & Co London kneehole cylider writing desk. Made of oak featuring seven
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak

Early 20th Century Metamorphic Writing Desk by J.C Vickery of London
Located in Martlesham, GB
moulded edge hinged top lifting up and folding over to reveal the rising writing desk top, which consists
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Vintage 1910s European Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

1790 Gillows Cuban Hardwood Library Secretaire Desk Writing Table I Bramah Lock
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare circa 1790 George III Library writing desk
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Early 19th Century British Davenport Desk in the Manner of Gillows
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING AN ABSOLUTELY STUNNING Early 19C British Rosewood Davenport Desk in the Manner of
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Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Rare Victorian Holland and Sons Double Sided Hardwood Partner Desk Writing Table
By Holland & Sons
Located in GB
made by one of the two finest cabinet makers in British history. The desk is double sided as you can
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

ANTIQUE CIRCA 1840 POLLARD OAK BROWN LEATHER TOP WRiTING LIBRARY TABLE DESK
By Holland & Sons
Located in GB
original Circa 1840 Pollard Oak Library writing table or desk with Chestnut Brown leather writing surface
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Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak

Rare 19th Century British India Solid Teak Slant Lid Floor Scholar's Desk
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare British India slant lid floor desk likely used by a scholar or merchant. Beautifully
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Antique 1890s Indian Anglo Raj Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Georgian writing table w/ drawers from early 18th C to 19th C in Great Britain
By Alfonso Marina
Located in Bosques de las Lomas, MX
Georgian style writing table from Great Britain that spanned from the early 18th century to the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

1 of 20 British Military Army Stacking Desk Tables Full Sized Stainless Steel
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale 1 of 20 British military Army stacking desk tables A well
Category

Vintage 1980s English Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Art Deco Solid Teak Writing Table With Floating Shelf, Jotter & Side Storage
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Exceptionally conceived Art Deco compact teak desk with drawers, floating shelf, side storage panel
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Vintage 1930s British Indian Ocean Territory Art Deco Desks and Writing ...

Materials

Teak

Broadleaf Desk
Located in London, GB
Inspired by organic forms, the Broadleaf desk is handcrafted from solid British wood. The desk
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2010s British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ash, Elm, Oak, Walnut, Wood

Broadleaf Desk
Broadleaf Desk
H 29.53 in W 46.86 in D 78.75 in
Butternut Study Desk with Birch Plywood Table Top, Cream Desk Customizable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
long x 52 cm deep x 72 cm high. Mirka & Jo &New - Modern British Furniture. Study desk/ Community
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21st Century and Contemporary English Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Four Drawer Butternut Study Desk with Linoleum Top, Cream Desk - Customizable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
long x 52 cm deep x 72 cm high. &New - Modern British Furniture Study desk/ Community registered
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Handcrafted English Oak Desk
Located in London, GB
A new freestanding modern English oak desk design. Designed and handmade in England using skilled
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Handcrafted English Oak Desk
Handcrafted English Oak Desk
H 31.5 in W 59.06 in D 14.97 in
Mahogany Writing Table - Bean Shape - Edwardian Period - Circa: 1890-1900
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
A delightful antique writing table in mahogany, in the form of a "bean" or "kidney", in the full
Category

Antique 19th Century British Country Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

English Leather Top Campaign Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome 19th century British colonial campaign desk with a brown tooled leather top, brass
Category

Antique 19th Century English Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

English Leather Top Campaign Desk
English Leather Top Campaign Desk
H 30.5 in W 53 in D 30 in
Louis XV-inspired Writing Table Stamped H. Nelson, France, circa 1880
By Henri Nelson
Located in PARIS, FR
Stamped H. Nelson Charming Louis XV-inspired scalloped-shaped writing table in kingwood veneer and
Category

Antique 1880s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Porphyry, Bronze

Katakana Desk by Dare Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Katakana desk by Dare Studio Dimensions: W 120 x D 70 x H 85 Materials: American black walnut
Category

2010s British Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Katakana Desk by Dare Studio
Katakana Desk by Dare Studio
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 27.56 in
Maya Desk by Dare Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Maya desk by Dare Studio Dimensions: W 130 x D 71.5 x H 74.5 cm Materials: European white oak in
Category

2010s British Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Maya Desk by Dare Studio
Maya Desk by Dare Studio
H 29.34 in W 51.19 in D 28.15 in
Art Deco Desk by Maurice Adams
By Maurice Adams
Located in Lee-On-The-Solent, GB
locks and keys. Makers label to the back. This desk/writing table formed part of the Grosvenor range by
Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Desk by Maurice Adams
Art Deco Desk by Maurice Adams
H 29.14 in W 46.86 in D 23.86 in
Gorgeous Edwardian Inlaid Side or Writing Table by Hampton and Sons
Located in Dublin, IE
A gorgeous Edwardian inlaid side or writing table, finely carved and of fabulous quality with
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Howard & Sons London Leather Topped Faux Bamboo Writing Table, circa 1875
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in Kinderhook, NY
English circa 1875 Aesthetic Movement writing table or desk by London cabinetmakers Howard & Sons
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Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Desks and Writing T...

Materials

Brass

Queen Anne Style Pedestal Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting an absolutely gorgeous Queen Anne Style pedestal desk. Made of walnut, butterflied
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Antique Late 19th Century English Queen Anne Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Queen Anne Style Pedestal Desk
Queen Anne Style Pedestal Desk
H 29 in W 54 in D 33 in
Robert Gillows II 1790 Writing Library Hardwood Chest of Drawers Leather Slope
By Gillows of Lancaster & London, Waring & Gillow
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare circa 1790 Georgian writing Library chest of
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Antique 1790s English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

English Campaign Style Desk with Two Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
We are delighted to offer for sale this high quality desk crafted in the Campaign taste is such a
Category

Mid-20th Century English Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Belgian Art Nouveau Desk and Armchair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Belgian Art Nouveau desk and armchair in ebonized oak, circa 1905, in the manner of Gustave
Category

Antique Early 1900s Belgian Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Large Charcoal Study Desk with Drawer, Customizable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
This large black study desk is made with a powder coated steel frame and a beautiful natural
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Vintage Seven Drawer Desk by Beithcraft, 1960s
By Beithcraft
Located in Ely, GB
A Lovely Compact Vintage Desk with 7 Drawers by Renowned British Maker; Beithcraft. circa 1960s
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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Seven Drawer Desk by Beithcraft, 1960s
Vintage Seven Drawer Desk by Beithcraft, 1960s
H 29.53 in W 42.52 in D 20.87 in
'Ripple' Black Walnut Desk by Tom Vaughan
By Tom Vaughan
Located in London, GB
'Ripple' black walnut desk by Tom Vaughan British, 21st Century Height 70.5cm, width 179cm, depth
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

'Ripple' Black Walnut Desk by Tom Vaughan
'Ripple' Black Walnut Desk by Tom Vaughan
H 27.76 in W 70.48 in D 32.09 in
Jacques Adnet President Oak Desk, France 1940's
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
“President” Oak Desk on drawer pedestals and brass plinth, copper handles with original British
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Large Bespoke Study Desk with Four Drawers / Customizable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
. Mirka & Jo &New, Modern British Furniture. Study desk/ Community registered design number: 002391839
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Large and Impressive Early 20th Century Mahogany Desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
leather writing surface divided into three shaped sections, the front of the desk having an arrangement of
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Hollywood Regency White Lacquered Desk or Console by Gampel-Stoll
By Gampel-Stoll
Located in Houston, TX
Hollywood Regency white lacquered desk or console by Gampel-Stoll. This stunning British colonial
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Butternut Study Desk with Natural Linoleum Table Top, Customizable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
British Furniture. Study desk/ Community registered design number: 002391839-0001.  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Modern Rectangular Wooden Desk in Birch Wood, Glass
By Duffy London
Located in London, GB
A modern piece of statement furniture from British designer Christopher Duffy. The Abyss Desk
Category

2010s British Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Exclusive Designer Desk Sir Norman Foster Architecture School, 1980s
Located in Berlin, DE
writing desk, two-part. Tabletop made of black leather, hand sewn in symmetrical table layouts. This desk
Category

Vintage 1980s English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Large Bespoke Study Desk with Linoleum Top and Drawer, Customizable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
, Modern British Furniture. Study desk/ community registered design number: 002391839-0001.  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Antique French Empire Revival Ormolu Mounted Desk, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite French Empire Revival pedestal desk, circa 1880 in date. This desk has been
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Antique 1880s French Empire Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Deep Green Study Desk with Natural Linoleum Table Top, Customizable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
cm high. Mirka & Jo &New - Modern British Furniture. Study desk/ Community registered design number
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writ...

Materials

Steel

Ban Curved Steel and Maple Wood Desk by Autonomous Furniture
By Kirk Van Ludwig, Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
in the heart of British Columbia, Canada, this desk is more than just a piece of furniture – it's a
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ash, Oak, Walnut

Study Desk / Large Console Table in Charcoal Linoleum and Steel
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
This large Study desk / Console Table is made with a charcoal black powder-coated steel frame and
Category

2010s English Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Mid-19th Century Georgian Style Mahogany Knee Hole Desk
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-19th century Georgian style mahogany knee hole desk in very nice original condition. The case
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

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Writing Desk British For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the writing desk British you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each writing desk British for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and metal. There are 54 variations of the antique or vintage writing desk British you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect writing desk British — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A writing desk British made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Regency — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made writing desk British over the years, but those crafted by Baker Furniture Company, Dos Gallos Studio and Maitland Smith are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Writing Desk British?

The average selling price for a writing desk British at 1stDibs is $4,200, while they’re typically $174 on the low end and $27,331 for the highest priced.
Questions About Writing Desk British
  • 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.