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19th Century Antique French Mahogany Wooden Childrens Lift Top Writing Desk
Located in Baambrugge, NL
19th century antique French mahogany wooden, low by the ground, childrens writing desk. This lift
Category

Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Antique French Mahogany Wooden Childrens Lift Top Writing Desk
19th Century Antique French Mahogany Wooden Childrens Lift Top Writing Desk

19th Century Antique French Mahogany Wooden Childrens Lift Top Writing Desk

H 25.2 in W 36.62 in D 24.81 in
ANTIQUE 1684 DATED HAND CARVED 17TH CENTURY LIFT TOP WRITiNG TABLE DESK BIBLE
Located in GB
century, hand caved 1684 lift top writing work table traditionally used for bible storage Please note
Category

Antique 1680s English Charles II Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

ANTIQUE 1684 DATED HAND CARVED 17TH CENTURY LIFT TOP WRITiNG TABLE DESK BIBLE
ANTIQUE 1684 DATED HAND CARVED 17TH CENTURY LIFT TOP WRITiNG TABLE DESK BIBLE

ANTIQUE 1684 DATED HAND CARVED 17TH CENTURY LIFT TOP WRITiNG TABLE DESK BIBLE

H 39.38 in W 26.97 in D 21.07 in
French Restoration Style Desk on Brass Base with Lift Top
Located in Troy, MI
French Restoration style desk on brass base with lift top desk has a brass curule style base and
Category

Early 20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Restoration Style Desk on Brass Base with Lift Top
French Restoration Style Desk on Brass Base with Lift Top

French Restoration Style Desk on Brass Base with Lift Top

H 29.5 in W 37.5 in D 17.75 in
19th Century mahogany inlaid writing desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
A superb quality 19th Century mahogany inlaid writing desk, the super structure comprising of three
Category

Antique 1890s British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century mahogany inlaid writing desk
19th Century mahogany inlaid writing desk

19th Century mahogany inlaid writing desk

H 40 in W 39 in D 24.5 in
A George III Chippendale Period Writing Desk
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Dublin, GB
A Superbly made George III Chippendale Period Mahogany Writing Desk The rectangular leather inset
Category

Antique 1760s English George III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

A George III Chippendale Period Writing Desk
A George III Chippendale Period Writing Desk

A George III Chippendale Period Writing Desk

H 29.5 in W 53 in D 24 in
Antique French Ormolu Mounted Escritoire Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique French writing table, also known as an escritoire. This dates from around the
Category

Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Antique French Ormolu Mounted Escritoire Writing Desk
Antique French Ormolu Mounted Escritoire Writing Desk

Antique French Ormolu Mounted Escritoire Writing Desk

H 53 in W 30 in D 20 in
Antique Slant-Front Drafting Desk Writing Table
Located in Forney, TX
writing surface garnished with gilt brass flower tacks. The top lifting to reveal open interior storage
Category

Early 20th Century Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Felt, Ebony, Burl, Rosewood, Palisander, Maple, Mahogany, Kingwood

Antique Slant-Front Drafting Desk Writing Table
Antique Slant-Front Drafting Desk Writing Table

Antique Slant-Front Drafting Desk Writing Table

H 35 in W 27.75 in D 28 in
Primitive Antique Varnished Chestnut Lift Top Child Desk Secretary w/Bench NICE!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Primitive Antique Varnished Chestnut Lift Top Child Desk Secretary w/Bench NICE!
Category

20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chestnut

Primitive Antique Varnished Chestnut Lift Top Child Desk Secretary w/Bench NICE!
Primitive Antique Varnished Chestnut Lift Top Child Desk Secretary w/Bench NICE!

Primitive Antique Varnished Chestnut Lift Top Child Desk Secretary w/Bench NICE!

H 29.5 in W 28 in D 21 in
English Hard Wood Portable Writing Desk, circa 1850
By OTHR
Located in Guadalajra, Jal
English country portable writing desk with lifting writing surface, it has its original bronze
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Mexican Rustic Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

English Hard Wood Portable Writing Desk, circa 1850
English Hard Wood Portable Writing Desk, circa 1850

English Hard Wood Portable Writing Desk, circa 1850

H 14.57 in W 22.84 in D 16.93 in
Restored Baroque Revival Oak Writing Desk, circa 1890
Located in Opole, PL
Restored Baroque Revival Oak Writing Desk, circa 1890 This Neo-Baroque writing desk is entirely
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Baroque Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Restored Baroque Revival Oak Writing Desk, circa 1890
Restored Baroque Revival Oak Writing Desk, circa 1890

Restored Baroque Revival Oak Writing Desk, circa 1890

H 38.98 in W 38.59 in D 20.87 in
French 1800s Louis XV Style Walnut Desk with Green Leather and Lifting Panel
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV style walnut desk from the early 19th century, with lifting panel, green leather
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut, Leather

French 1800s Louis XV Style Walnut Desk with Green Leather and Lifting Panel
French 1800s Louis XV Style Walnut Desk with Green Leather and Lifting Panel

French 1800s Louis XV Style Walnut Desk with Green Leather and Lifting Panel

H 40.5 in W 51.25 in D 30 in
Jørgen Berg. Danish Writing Desk In Rosewood, 1960-1970
By Jørgen Berg
Located in Kastrup, DK
Jørgen Berg. Danish writing desk in Rio rosewood. Fall-front fitted with a writing slope with brown
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Jørgen Berg. Danish Writing Desk In Rosewood, 1960-1970
Jørgen Berg. Danish Writing Desk In Rosewood, 1960-1970

Jørgen Berg. Danish Writing Desk In Rosewood, 1960-1970

H 44.89 in W 35.44 in D 24.02 in
A Mid-Century Writing Desk Attributed to Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A Mid-Century writing desk. Mahogany and beech wood with three draws and lift up hinged top
Category

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

Materials

Mahogany

A Mid-Century Writing Desk Attributed to Gio Ponti
A Mid-Century Writing Desk Attributed to Gio Ponti

A Mid-Century Writing Desk Attributed to Gio Ponti

H 30.71 in W 47.25 in D 27.17 in
English George III Mahogany & Leather Pedestal “Rent” Writing Desk ca. 1800
Located in Shippensburg, PA
period writing desk features a wonderful series of alphabetized "rent" compartments in the upper drawer
Category

Antique 19th Century English George III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

English George III Mahogany & Leather Pedestal “Rent” Writing Desk ca. 1800
English George III Mahogany & Leather Pedestal “Rent” Writing Desk ca. 1800

English George III Mahogany & Leather Pedestal “Rent” Writing Desk ca. 1800

H 30.63 in W 49.75 in D 27 in
STUNNING REGENCY STYLE NEOCLASSICAL BRASS & WALNUT WRiTING TABLE DESK CIRCA 1920
Located in GB
, Regency Neoclassical style Walnut & Satinwood writing table with X framed solid brass base and hidden
Category

Vintage 1920s Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

STUNNING REGENCY STYLE NEOCLASSICAL BRASS & WALNUT WRiTING TABLE DESK CIRCA 1920
STUNNING REGENCY STYLE NEOCLASSICAL BRASS & WALNUT WRiTING TABLE DESK CIRCA 1920

STUNNING REGENCY STYLE NEOCLASSICAL BRASS & WALNUT WRiTING TABLE DESK CIRCA 1920

H 29.73 in W 45.28 in D 17.52 in
French Antique Art Deco Macassar Bureau Plat Writing Desk circa 1930
Located in Shippensburg, PA
. Measurements: 28 1/2" D x 30 1/4" H x 53 1/4" W; pull out writing surface adds approximately 15" to the overall
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Antique Art Deco Macassar Bureau Plat Writing Desk circa 1930
French Antique Art Deco Macassar Bureau Plat Writing Desk circa 1930

French Antique Art Deco Macassar Bureau Plat Writing Desk circa 1930

H 30.25 in W 53.25 in D 28.5 in
Antique Fine Quality Early 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Writing Side Table Desk
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique fine quality early 19th century inlaid mahogany writing side table desk by Edwards and
Category

Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Fine Quality Early 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Writing Side Table Desk
Antique Fine Quality Early 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Writing Side Table Desk

Antique Fine Quality Early 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Writing Side Table Desk

H 30.12 in W 22.84 in D 17.72 in
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
Category

Vintage 1910s European Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Early 20th Century Metamorphic Writing Desk by J.C Vickery of London
Early 20th Century Metamorphic Writing Desk by J.C Vickery of London

Early 20th Century Metamorphic Writing Desk by J.C Vickery of London

H 31 in W 22 in D 21 in
Walnut Drafting Table Adjustable Lift and Tilt Steel Base
Located in Baltimore, MD
Handcrafted in Baltimore. This Marabu inspired, custom-crafted drafting table is a fully functional piece. It boasts an adjustable height and tilt feature that effortlessly adjusts v...
Category

2010s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Walnut Drafting Table Adjustable Lift and Tilt Steel Base
Walnut Drafting Table Adjustable Lift and Tilt Steel Base

Walnut Drafting Table Adjustable Lift and Tilt Steel Base

H 32 in W 48 in D 36 in
19th Century Metamorphic Syrian Writing Table
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th Century metamorphic Syrian writing table, the duel hinged top lifting up and folding over to
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Antique 1860s Syrian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

19th Century Metamorphic Syrian Writing Table
19th Century Metamorphic Syrian Writing Table

19th Century Metamorphic Syrian Writing Table

H 29 in W 21.5 in D 21.5 in
William IV Rosewood Writing / Games Table
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
William IV rosewood writing / games table, circa 1830. With a rectangular rosewood top with rounded
Category

Antique 1830s English William IV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

William IV Rosewood Writing / Games Table
William IV Rosewood Writing / Games Table

William IV Rosewood Writing / Games Table

H 29 in W 35.5 in D 18 in
19th Century Satinwood Ladies Writing Table
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th century satinwood ladies writing table in the Sheraton style, having a shaped leather writing
Category

Antique 1890s British Sheraton Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Satinwood

19th Century Satinwood Ladies Writing Table
19th Century Satinwood Ladies Writing Table

19th Century Satinwood Ladies Writing Table

H 35 in W 31 in D 19.5 in
Regency Mahogany writing table with Rachet top
By King & Sons
Located in Dereham, GB
Regency Mahogany writing table with Rachet top Mahogany top with removeable book rest, Top lifts
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany writing table with Rachet top
Regency Mahogany writing table with Rachet top

Regency Mahogany writing table with Rachet top

H 27.56 in W 19.3 in D 16.54 in
George III Satinwood and Marquetry Harlequin Writing Table
Located in Essex, MA
floral medallions at the corners , hinged outer sections fitted with a well and central section lifting
Category

Antique 1770s English George III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Satinwood

George III Satinwood and Marquetry Harlequin Writing Table
George III Satinwood and Marquetry Harlequin Writing Table

George III Satinwood and Marquetry Harlequin Writing Table

H 39.5 in W 51.5 in D 22.5 in
Drop Leaf Extending Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Teak mid-century desk with extra leaf that lifts and slides to extend the desk to 5.5 feet wide
Category

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

Materials

Teak

Drop Leaf Extending Desk
Drop Leaf Extending Desk

Drop Leaf Extending Desk

H 28 in W 46 in D 23 in
Antique Edwardian Quality Rosewood Inlaid Bow Fronted Writing Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
gallery above a lift up lid opening to reveal a fitted interior, original leather writing surface
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Edwardian Quality Rosewood Inlaid Bow Fronted Writing Table
Antique Edwardian Quality Rosewood Inlaid Bow Fronted Writing Table

Antique Edwardian Quality Rosewood Inlaid Bow Fronted Writing Table

H 32.49 in W 29.73 in D 18.12 in
Fine 18th Century ‘French Hepplewhite’ Mahogany Ladies Writing Table
Located in London, GB
A late 18th century ‘French Hepplewhite’ figured mahogany ladies writing table of serpentine form
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Hepplewhite Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Boxwood, Ebony, Mahogany, Tulipwood

Fine 18th Century ‘French Hepplewhite’ Mahogany Ladies Writing Table
Fine 18th Century ‘French Hepplewhite’ Mahogany Ladies Writing Table

Fine 18th Century ‘French Hepplewhite’ Mahogany Ladies Writing Table

H 29.5 in W 26.5 in D 16.5 in
19th C Regency English Mahogany Adjustable Reading Writing Table
Located in Savannah, GA
This handsome piece consists of two sections on a lifting ratchet, a fine mahogany Regency period
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

19th C Regency English Mahogany Adjustable Reading Writing Table
19th C Regency English Mahogany Adjustable Reading Writing Table

19th C Regency English Mahogany Adjustable Reading Writing Table

H 27.25 in W 31.5 in D 19 in
Antique Italian Patch Burl Desk
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Hand-made Italian bombe burl bureau plat (writing desk) in the style of Louis XV. Patch olive and
Category

20th Century Italian Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Olive, Walnut, Burl

Antique Italian Patch Burl Desk
Antique Italian Patch Burl Desk

Antique Italian Patch Burl Desk

H 31.5 in W 49.25 in D 27.25 in
Antique French Brass Inlaid Mahogany Writing Slope Box 19Ct
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An exceptionally fine quality example of a polished brass inlaid travelling writing slope made
Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique French Brass Inlaid Mahogany Writing Slope Box 19Ct
Antique French Brass Inlaid Mahogany Writing Slope Box 19Ct

Antique French Brass Inlaid Mahogany Writing Slope Box 19Ct

H 4.5 in W 12.25 in D 10 in
Charming Georgian Elm Childs Desk
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A super early 18th-century childs writing desk, the slope top lifts to reveal a fitted drawer; of
Category

Antique Early 18th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Elm

Charming Georgian Elm Childs Desk
Charming Georgian Elm Childs Desk

Charming Georgian Elm Childs Desk

H 20.08 in W 19.69 in D 15.36 in
​​Antique Victorian Freestanding Inlaid Burr Walnut Kidney Shaped Writing Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality antique Victorian freestanding inlaid burr walnut kidney shaped writing table having an
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

​​Antique Victorian Freestanding Inlaid Burr Walnut Kidney Shaped Writing Table
​​Antique Victorian Freestanding Inlaid Burr Walnut Kidney Shaped Writing Table

​​Antique Victorian Freestanding Inlaid Burr Walnut Kidney Shaped Writing Table

H 33.47 in W 45.28 in D 20.87 in
Antique Ladies Work Table, English, Walnut, Writing, Waring & Gillow, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique lady of the house work table. An English, burr walnut and leather writing or
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Ladies Work Table, English, Walnut, Writing, Waring & Gillow, Victorian
Antique Ladies Work Table, English, Walnut, Writing, Waring & Gillow, Victorian

Antique Ladies Work Table, English, Walnut, Writing, Waring & Gillow, Victorian

H 28.94 in W 25.4 in D 19.69 in
Antique Military Campaign Style Desk
Located in London, GB
A top quality antique military campaign style desk. This was made in England, it dates from around
Category

Vintage 1930s British Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Military Campaign Style Desk
Antique Military Campaign Style Desk

Antique Military Campaign Style Desk

H 30.32 in W 48.43 in D 23.23 in
George III Mahogany Carlton House Desk
Located in London, GB
drawers & side cupboards with central green tooled leather writing surface with lift up writing slide. The
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Sheraton Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

George III Mahogany Carlton House Desk
George III Mahogany Carlton House Desk

George III Mahogany Carlton House Desk

H 104 in W 149 in D 30 in
Antique Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Located in London, GB
A smart and very well made antique leather top pedestal desk. This was made in England, it dates
Category

Vintage 1950s British Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Antique Leather Top Pedestal Desk

Antique Leather Top Pedestal Desk

H 29.93 in W 54.73 in D 22.05 in
Victorian Golden Oak Swivel Pedestal Desk
By James Shoolbred
Located in Dorking, GB
the desk. This enables a full access to the interior 12 drawer and various compartments. The lift
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak

Victorian Golden Oak Swivel Pedestal Desk
Victorian Golden Oak Swivel Pedestal Desk

Victorian Golden Oak Swivel Pedestal Desk

H 31 in W 60 in D 27 in
Antique Military Campaign Style Pedestal Desk
Located in London, GB
A smart and extremely well made antique military campaign style pedestal desk. This was made in
Category

Vintage 1950s British Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Military Campaign Style Pedestal Desk
Antique Military Campaign Style Pedestal Desk

Antique Military Campaign Style Pedestal Desk

H 29.93 in W 44.89 in D 24.41 in
English 19th Century Satinwood Table with Tilt Top Writing Area and Checkerboard
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English satinwood desk and game table from the 19th century with tilt top writing area
Category

Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

English 19th Century Satinwood Table with Tilt Top Writing Area and Checkerboard
English 19th Century Satinwood Table with Tilt Top Writing Area and Checkerboard

English 19th Century Satinwood Table with Tilt Top Writing Area and Checkerboard

H 28 in W 53.25 in D 24 in
19th Century Regency Palisander Davenport Desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
lifts up and with the aid of 2 brass arms, maintains a level writing surface. 4 lockable drawers to
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Palisander

19th Century Regency Palisander Davenport Desk
19th Century Regency Palisander Davenport Desk

19th Century Regency Palisander Davenport Desk

H 34 in W 22.5 in D 21.5 in
Harrier 'Jump' Jet Tailplane Desk
Located in London, GB
A stunning desk made from an original Harrier 'Jump' Jet Tailplane Horizontal Stabiliser that has
Category

Late 20th Century British Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Harrier 'Jump' Jet Tailplane Desk
Harrier 'Jump' Jet Tailplane Desk

Harrier 'Jump' Jet Tailplane Desk

H 30 in W 82 in D 62 in
Austrian Biedermeier Danhauser Walnut Architects Desk
By Josef Danhauser
Located in New York, NY
Austrian Biedermeier (circa 1825) walnut veneered & maple trimmed architects desk with column
Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Austrian Biedermeier Danhauser Walnut Architects Desk
Austrian Biedermeier Danhauser Walnut Architects Desk

Austrian Biedermeier Danhauser Walnut Architects Desk

H 32 in W 65.25 in D 34.25 in
Antique Victorian Writing Slope Wood and Mother of Pearl Scotland 1870 H613
Located in Vancouver, BC
Compartment with lift up lid along with a storage well beneath the writing slope for paper Lovely quality and
Category

Antique 1870s Scottish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Writing Slope Wood and Mother of Pearl Scotland 1870 H613
Antique Victorian Writing Slope Wood and Mother of Pearl Scotland 1870 H613

Antique Victorian Writing Slope Wood and Mother of Pearl Scotland 1870 H613

H 4 in W 14 in D 19.5 in
Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Located in London, GB
A smart and very useful antique Victorian leather top pedestal desk. This was made in England, it
Category

Antique 1860s British High Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk

Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk

H 29.93 in W 48.04 in D 24.02 in
19th Century Victorian Carved Mahogany Desk
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
of the desk, when opened, reveals a rising writing panel and two lift up panels with storage beneath
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Victorian Carved Mahogany Desk
19th Century Victorian Carved Mahogany Desk

19th Century Victorian Carved Mahogany Desk

H 31 in W 48 in D 26 in
Antique Walnut Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Located in London, GB
A superb antique walnut leather top pedestal desk. This was made in England, it dates from around
Category

Antique 1890s British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Antique Walnut Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Antique Walnut Leather Top Pedestal Desk

Antique Walnut Leather Top Pedestal Desk

H 29.93 in W 46.86 in D 27.17 in
Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Victorian period pedestal desk. This was made in England, it dates from around
Category

Antique 1860s British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk

Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk

H 29.14 in W 48.04 in D 24.02 in
19th century Chinese canton black lacquered desk cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
. The middle section is a removable writing box, with handles. Flaps open to reveal a compartmented lift
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Alabaster

19th century Chinese canton black lacquered desk cabinet
19th century Chinese canton black lacquered desk cabinet

19th century Chinese canton black lacquered desk cabinet

H 66.5 in W 30.5 in D 29.75 in
Nanna Ditzel Teak Danish Desk Circa 1955
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Norwich, GB
A super sleek iconic Danish mid century teak four drawer desk designed by Nanna Ditzel. Circa late
Category

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

Materials

Teak

Nanna Ditzel Teak Danish Desk Circa 1955
Nanna Ditzel Teak Danish Desk Circa 1955

Nanna Ditzel Teak Danish Desk Circa 1955

H 28.35 in W 68.9 in D 29.53 in
Vintage Walnut Pedestal Desk by Laszlo Hoenig
By Laszlo Hoenig
Located in London, GB
A spectacular vintage walnut pedestal desk by Laszlo Hoenig. This was made in London, there is a
Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Walnut Pedestal Desk by Laszlo Hoenig
Vintage Walnut Pedestal Desk by Laszlo Hoenig

Vintage Walnut Pedestal Desk by Laszlo Hoenig

H 29.93 in W 61.82 in D 31.11 in
19th Century Walnut Davenport or Ship Captain's Desk
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A walnut davenport or ship captain's desk with marquetry inlay; lift-up compartment with fitted
Category

Antique 19th Century Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Walnut Davenport or Ship Captain's Desk
19th Century Walnut Davenport or Ship Captain's Desk

19th Century Walnut Davenport or Ship Captain's Desk

H 34.5 in W 21.13 in D 20 in
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
sliders on each side of the writing surface are covered with the original leather and extend the desk out
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany Desk
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany Desk

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany Desk

H 39.5 in W 51.38 in D 29.75 in
Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Kneehole Architects Desk
Located in Suffolk, GB
figured mahogany lift up top opening to reveal a large writing surface crossbanded in mahogany, unusual
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Other

Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Kneehole Architects Desk
Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Kneehole Architects Desk

Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Kneehole Architects Desk

H 34.45 in W 54.53 in D 26.78 in
Art Deco Burr Walnut Leather Top Partners Desk
Located in London, GB
An absolutely magnificent Art Deco burr walnut leather top partners desk. This was made in England
Category

Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Art Deco Burr Walnut Leather Top Partners Desk
Art Deco Burr Walnut Leather Top Partners Desk

Art Deco Burr Walnut Leather Top Partners Desk

H 29.93 in W 62.21 in D 32.29 in
19th Century Victorian Period Burr Walnut Davenport Desk
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning 19th century figured burr walnut Davenport desk. The piano top fall lifts to reveal 2
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Victorian Period Burr Walnut Davenport Desk
19th Century Victorian Period Burr Walnut Davenport Desk

19th Century Victorian Period Burr Walnut Davenport Desk

H 36.23 in W 22.05 in D 23.23 in
Gianfranco Frattini for Cantieri Carugati Desk in Cherry
By Cantieri Carugati, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gianfranco Frattini for Cantieri Carugati, writing desk, cherry, metal, Italy, 1958 This piece of
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Gianfranco Frattini for Cantieri Carugati Desk in Cherry
Gianfranco Frattini for Cantieri Carugati Desk in Cherry

Gianfranco Frattini for Cantieri Carugati Desk in Cherry

H 31.89 in W 43.31 in D 25.99 in
Rare 18th Century Georgian Period Mahogany Architect Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
drawings and plans. The ratchet top of the desk got the most use. The top lifts over hinges and can be
Category

Antique 18th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Rare 18th Century Georgian Period Mahogany Architect Desk
Rare 18th Century Georgian Period Mahogany Architect Desk

Rare 18th Century Georgian Period Mahogany Architect Desk

H 34.5 in W 38.5 in D 25.5 in
English Georgian Style Walnut End Table or Desk
Located in New York, NY
English Georgian style '19th century' walnut end table (desk) with drop sides (10" wide) and having
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

English Georgian Style Walnut End Table or Desk
English Georgian Style Walnut End Table or Desk

English Georgian Style Walnut End Table or Desk

H 30 in W 21 in D 16.5 in
Antique Victorian Burl Walnut Inlaid Marquetry Carved Davenport Desk 1860
Located in Portland, OR
other writing materials. Below is a lift up slant-fronted writing surface inlaid with a tooled & gilded
Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Burl, Walnut, Satinwood, Maple, Leather

Antique Victorian Burl Walnut Inlaid Marquetry Carved Davenport Desk 1860
Antique Victorian Burl Walnut Inlaid Marquetry Carved Davenport Desk 1860

Antique Victorian Burl Walnut Inlaid Marquetry Carved Davenport Desk 1860

H 32 in W 20.5 in D 19.5 in
High Style George Washington Double End Desk by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Custom made high style bird's-eye maple George Washington double end desk by Drexel. The desktop
Category

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

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

High Style George Washington Double End Desk by Drexel
High Style George Washington Double End Desk by Drexel

High Style George Washington Double End Desk by Drexel

H 42 in W 60 in D 28 in
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Writing Desk Lift For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic writing desk lift available at 1stDibs. Each writing desk lift for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, mahogany and walnut. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer writing desk lift, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each writing desk lift bearing Georgian, Victorian or Arts and Crafts hallmarks is very popular. Manchip & Sons each produced at least one beautiful writing desk lift that is worth considering.

How Much is a Writing Desk Lift?

A writing desk lift can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,075, while the lowest priced sells for $475 and the highest can go for as much as $25,669.
Questions About Writing Desk Lift
  • What is a writing desk?
    1 Answer
    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.

  • What is a small writing desk called?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is a writing desk with drawers called?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is an old-fashioned writing desk called?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What was the term in French furniture for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface?
    1 Answer
    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.

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