At 1stDibs, there are several options of writing desk metal legs available for sale. The range of distinct writing desk metal legs — often made from
metal,
wood and
steel — can elevate any home. Find 18 antique and vintage writing desk metal legs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 8 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Writing desk metal legs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century.
Mid-Century Modern,
Modern and
Industrial writing desk metal legs are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made writing desk metal legs over the years, but those made by
Marko,
Aymeric Lefort and
Cees Braakman are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
Vintage desks and writing tables span centuries of design. The writing table came first, a simple surface built for correspondence, while the drawered desk followed as record-keeping at home and in the office grew more demanding.
Styles to Know
Any desk at least 20 years old falls under this broader vintage category. If you want a tapered-leg, mid-century look specifically, browse mid-century modern desks; Louis XVI and Art Deco secretary desks bridge the writing-table and desk forms. A vintage table lamp adds task lighting to either.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Piece
Writing tables often carry little to no storage of their own, so a separate file cabinet or desk organizer may be worth planning for, alongside a close look at the surface dimensions against the space available. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and every purchase is covered by the 1stDibs Promise.