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Rare Marzio Cecchi Writing Desk with Sculpted Bronze Base
By Marzio Cecchi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Marzio Cecchi, writing desk, lacquered wood, lacquered iron, bronze, leather, Italy, 1985 Italian
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Writing Desk in High Gloss Lacquer
Located in Norwalk, CT
This is a wonderfully versatile and useful piece of furniture. I personally used it as a desk in
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Writing Desk in High Gloss Lacquer
Writing Desk in High Gloss Lacquer
H 30 in W 82 in D 19 in
Chinese Black Lacquer Writing Desk, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This five-drawer writing desk from the early 20th century has a timeless simplicity, designed with
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Elm

Vintage Baker Red Lacquered Chinoiserie Writing Desk
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in west palm beach, FL
Discover the allure of this Vintage Baker Red Lacquered Chinoiserie Writing Desk, a stunning piece
Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Lacquer

Lacquered Neoclassical Style Desk or Library Writing Table
By John Hall
Located in Rio Vista, CA
mimic age on the lacquered finish. The desk is fronted by two hidden storage drawers that slide and
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20th Century American Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Beech

Solid Maple Writing Table and Desk with Lacquered Shelves
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Solid hard maple rectangular writing desk with architectural base and cantilevered lacquered
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple, Lacquer

Baker French Louis XV Style Lacquered Writing Table Desk
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent French Louis XV style writing table bureau plat desk crafted by Baker Furniture. The desk
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20th Century American Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze

French Jacques Adnet Brass Mounted Black Lacquered Writing Desk
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Queens, NY
French 1940s brass mounted black lacquered bureau plat /writing desk with tan leather inset top
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Wooden Writing Desk with Drawers and Black Lacquered Legs
Located in Madrid, ES
Large desk veneered with dark wood, front with four drawers with gold-colored pulls. Legs of black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Campaign Style Writing Table/Desk Lacquered in Red
By Sligh Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Classic Campaign style desk manufactured by Sligh of Holland/Grand Rapids, Michigan. Restored
Category

Vintage 1950s American Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Traditional English Leather Top Black Lacquered Writing Desk
Located in North York, ON
Traditional English leather top black lacquered writing desk. Newly made in the USA with iconic
Category

2010s American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Maple Top Writing Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style writing desk USA, Late 20th Century Cream lacquered
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Modern Lacquered Writing Desk with Brass Accents by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Dallas, TX
A timeless vintage piece, this midcentury writing desk feels glamourous, manufactured for John
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Stunning Black Lacquered Polychrome Painted Writing Table Desk Birds Flowers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
paint This is a writing table or desk, it has a good sized work area and would fit almost any setting
Category

20th Century English Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Brass and White Lacquered Campaign Style Writing Table/Desk
By Sligh Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Classic Campaign style desk manufactured by Sligh of Holland/Grand Rapids, Michigan. Consist of
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Vintage 1950s American Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

20th Century Carved, Lacquered and Gilded Wood Italian Writing Desk, 1930
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian writing desk from the mid-20th century. Furniture in carved, lacquered and gilded wood of
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Vintage 1930s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Modern Home Office Writing Executive Desk White Lacquer Brushed Stainless Steel
By João Faria, EMOTIONAL OBJECTS
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
The ExCentric 1.0 Executive Desk is made of white lacquered wood and brushed stainless steel. It is
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel, Cut Steel, Stainless Steel

Organic Modern Home Office Writing Desk White Lacquer Brushed Stainless Steel
By EMOTIONAL OBJECTS, João Faria
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
to the final version of the desk. This listing is for a desk mastercrafted of white lacquered wood
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel, Steel, Cut Steel

Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Writing Desk
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional minimalist Mid-Century Modern writing desk By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Baker Furniture French Louis XV Pink Lacquered Writing Desk, Newly Refinished
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style writing desk By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Planner Group Black and White Lacquered Writing Desk, Refinished
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional minimalist Mid-Century Modern writing desk By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

A fine 19th c French red lacquered Chinoiserie inspired writing desk
Located in Dallas, TX
A very fine 19th century English Louis XV inspired red lacquered writing desk . Original leather
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Bauhaus Writing Desk and Chair, Hynek Gottwald, Czechia, 1930s, Lacquered Wood
By Hynek Gottwald
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
White bauhaus writing desk and chair made by Hynek Gottwald, Czechia. Period: 1930-1939
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Gervasoni Writing Desk in Black Lacquer with Wooden Feet by Paola Navone
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
walnut available natural or in black, white, grey, ocean or dove-grey. Writing desk in American walnut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Organic Modern Accent Home Office Writing Desk Black Oak Wood & Black Lacquer
By EMOTIONAL OBJECTS, João Faria
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
Joao Faria created the stunning Home Desk ROOTS for contemporary and home offices. Rather than
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel, Cut Steel

Cantilever Lacquered White Tessellated Bone Tile File Drawer Desk Writing Table
By Jimeco ltda
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern white tile bone desk, weighted bottom study cantilever design.
Category

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

Materials

Bone

Wood Writing Desk
By CPRN HOMOOD
Located in Milan, IT
Writing desk with glossy lacquered legs, top in leather and metal details brushed steel.
Category

2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Wood Writing Desk
H 30.32 in W 61.03 in D 24.41 in
Modern Home Office Writing Executive Desk Black Oak Wood & Black Lacquered Steel
By João Faria, EMOTIONAL OBJECTS
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
The Executive Desk ExCentric 1.0 is made of black oak wood and black metallic lacquered steel and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel, Cut Steel, Stainless Steel

Rare Regency Lacquered Writing Table
Located in Kittery Point, ME
The Japanese lacquered box hinged to open to an adjustable fabric-inset writing surface, inset in a
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Rare Regency Lacquered Writing Table
Rare Regency Lacquered Writing Table
H 30 in W 27.5 in D 18.25 in
Stash Desk lacquer & walnut , lacquer drawers, lacquer and wood desk, waterfall
Located in Ridgewood, NY
A Minimalist’s dream, the stash desk is a perfect combination of deep, rich walnut with a pop of
Category

2010s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Modern Curved Home Office Writing Desk Oak Wood White Lacquer Stainless Steel
By João Faria, EMOTIONAL OBJECTS
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
Desk is oval, with oak and white lacquered wood interconnected on its tabletop. The feet are polished
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel, Cut Steel, Steel

Paul McCobb Planner Group Black and White Lacquered Writing Desk and Chair
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional minimalist Mid-Century Modern writing desk with matching desk chair. By Paul
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Hollywood Regency Style Ebony Lacquer Executive Desk / Writing Table
By Maison Jansen
Located in Manhasset, NY
French Hollywood Regency Style Ebony Lacquer Executive Desk / Writing Table A spectacular
Category

2010s American Hollywood Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Red Lacquer Desk
Located in Greenwich, CT
Red lacquer desk with three drawers with pierce carvings motif.
Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Ming Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Red Lacquer Desk
Red Lacquer Desk
H 32 in W 46 in D 21 in
Louis XV Style writing desk /bureau plat black lacquered finish
Located in Houston, TX
The unique black lacquered finish on this desk is dramatic And has great contrast with the silvered
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Black Lacquered Desk
Located in New York, NY
Louis XV style black lacquer Bureau plat French 19th century Louis XV style black lacquer Bureau
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Black Lacquered Desk
Black Lacquered Desk
H 32.5 in W 72.5 in D 30.5 in
Lacquered Desk
Located in London, GB
This 1960s Danish lacquered desk is a stunning example of mid-century Scandinavian craftsmanship
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Lacquered Desk
Lacquered Desk
H 71 in W 140 in D 71 in
Lacquered Desk
Located in London, GB
Compact in size this excellent lacquered hardwood desk is a versatile piece, boasting two storage
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Lacquered Desk
Lacquered Desk
H 29.73 in W 43.12 in D 21.86 in
writing desk model Roman Large
Located in Courbevoie, FR
-polluting, and the oil used is organic and vegetable-based. The base is made of satin-finished lacquered
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writi...

Materials

Oak

writing desk model Roman Large
writing desk model Roman Large
H 28.35 in W 63 in D 27.56 in
writing desk model Roman Medium
Located in Courbevoie, FR
-polluting, and the oil used is organic and vegetable-based. The base is made of satin-finished lacquered
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writi...

Materials

Walnut

writing desk model Roman Medium
writing desk model Roman Medium
H 28.35 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
writing desk model Roman Medium
Located in Courbevoie, FR
-polluting, and the oil used is organic and vegetable-based. The base is made of satin-finished lacquered
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writi...

Materials

Oak

writing desk model Roman Medium
writing desk model Roman Medium
H 28.35 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
writing desk model Roman Small
Located in Courbevoie, FR
-polluting, and the oil used is organic and vegetable-based. The base is made of satin-finished lacquered
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writi...

Materials

Walnut

writing desk model Roman Small
writing desk model Roman Small
H 28.35 in W 35.44 in D 15.75 in
writing desk model Roman Small
Located in Courbevoie, FR
-polluting, and the oil used is organic and vegetable-based. The base is made of satin-finished lacquered
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writi...

Materials

Oak

writing desk model Roman Small
writing desk model Roman Small
H 28.35 in W 35.44 in D 15.75 in
Gervasoni Gray 50 Writing Desk in Air Force Blue Lacquered Oak by Paola Navone
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Writing desk with two drawers in walnut or oak, veneer top. Available wood finishes: natural lacquered
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Modern Home Office Writing Desk in High-Gloss Ironwood and Gold Lacquered Steel
By EMOTIONAL OBJECTS, João Faria
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
The "Fifties Home Desk" is crafted from high-gloss ironwood and gold lacquered steel. We also
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cut Steel, Metal, Steel

Italy Red Berry Lacquered Wooden Writing Table or Desk with Bronzes
Located in Brescia, IT
. We can find in this important writing table or desk the antique technics of realization about
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Belle Époque Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Modern Minimalist Home Office Writing Desk in Black Oak Wood and Black Lacquer
By EMOTIONAL OBJECTS, João Faria
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
minimalist work or home offices, this Home Desk's tabletop is handcrafted using carefully selected wood
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Cut Steel, Steel

French Louis XV Black Lacquer Bronze Figural Ormolu Bureau Plat Writing Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XV Style Black Lacquer Bronze Figural Ormolu Bureau Plat Writing Desk. Item
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Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Petite circa 1880 French Napoleon III Black Lacquer Two-Drawer Writing Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
Striking original Antique French Napoleon III Bureau Plat, Writing Table or Ladies Desk
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Louis XV Black Lacquer Bronze Figural Ormolu Bureau Plat Writing Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Louis XV ebonized black lacquer bronze figural Ormolu Bureau plat writing desk. Item
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Contemporary Desk French Writing Desk Luxury Wood Handmade Executive Desks
Located in København N, DK
matte lacquer for durability. Each table is made of selected slabs of different woods with character
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21st Century and Contemporary European Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing...

Materials

Steel

Exotic Lacquer Top Ormolu Desk
By Koket
Located in Manassas, VA
exuberant lacquered surface. Materials & Finishes: Structure: Black Lacquer (High Gloss Finish) Top: Black
Category

2010s Portuguese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Exotic Lacquer Top Ormolu Desk
Exotic Lacquer Top Ormolu Desk
H 30.31 in W 59.06 in D 25.59 in
Large Italian Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk
Located in Berlin, DE
Large Italian Mid-Century Modern writing desk. Spectacular large writing / working desk made in the
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Large Italian Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk
Large Italian Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk
H 35.44 in W 64.97 in D 28.75 in
Japanese Meiji Gilt Lacquer Writing Desk & Poem Box
Located in Chicago, IL
storage case. Additional Dimensions: Writing Desk: 25"W x 14.25"D x 5.25"H Poem Box: 3.75"W x 16"D x
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Antique Lacquered Chinoiserie Kneehole Desk
Located in London, GB
A lovely antique lacquered Chinoiserie kneehole desk in the Georgian style. This was made in
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Vintage 1950s British Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Lacquered Chinoiserie Kneehole Desk
Antique Lacquered Chinoiserie Kneehole Desk
H 29.93 in W 35.04 in D 19.69 in
Louis XV Black Lacquer Desk
Located in Toledo, OH
Louis XV style black lacquer desk with cabriole legs, brass mounts, and hoof feet. 3 front drawers
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Antique Late 19th Century Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Louis XV Black Lacquer Desk
Louis XV Black Lacquer Desk
H 30 in W 63 in D 30 in
Modernist lacquered wood executive desk
Located in New York, NY
Modernist lacquered wood five drawer executive desk and with cantilevered top.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Modernist lacquered wood executive desk
Modernist lacquered wood executive desk
H 31.25 in W 63 in D 29 in
Lacquered goatskin two drawer desk
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Lacquered goatskin two drawer desk by Karl Springer.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Goatskin

Lacquered goatskin two drawer desk
Lacquered goatskin two drawer desk
H 29.25 in W 54 in D 30.25 in
Modern Walnut Wood Desk Handmade Executive Desk Luxury French Writing Desks
Located in København N, DK
with a hard matte lacquer for durability. The legs of the table are made of copper plumbing pipes. This
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21st Century and Contemporary European Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing...

Materials

Steel

20th Century Lacquered and Painted Wood French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1950
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Elegant French desk from the mid-20th century. Louis XVI style furniture finely sculpted, lacquered
Category

Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

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Writing Desk Lacquer For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of writing desk lacquer available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and lacquer, every item from our selection of writing desk lacquer was constructed with great care. Find 1190 options for an antique or vintage choice in our collection of writing desk lacquer now, or shop our selection of 118 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the object in our assortment of writing desk lacquer you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An option in this array of writing desk lacquer made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made piece of writing desk lacquer over the years, but those crafted by Paul McCobb, Baker Furniture Company and Maison Jansen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Writing Desk Lacquer?

A piece of writing desk lacquer can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,800, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $95,000.

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 Lacquer
  • 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.