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Mahogany Writing Desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany and fruitwood inlaid ladies writing desk. The superstructure with central shelf flanked by
Category
Early 20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Italian Carved-Wood Desk W/Pullout Writing Shelf & Great Storage, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian smaller-sized carved-wood desk, with pull-out writing shelf and storage, from the 19th
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
H 31.25 in W 44.5 in D 19 in
Bricks, Shelf Desk L1
By Kueng Caputo
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kueng Caputo is a Zurich, Switzerland based design practice comprised of Lovis Caputo and Sarah Kueng. Their material adventures are often rooted in the complexities of crafts techni...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Ceramic
“Molto” bamboo writing desk (limited edition)
Located in Roma, RM
Limited edition “Molto” bamboo writing desk with glass shelf, made from vintage bamboo by our
Category
2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bamboo
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
Category
Vintage 1930s British Indian Ocean Territory Art Deco Desks and Writing ...
Materials
Teak
H 29.5 in W 42 in D 20 in
Restored Rattan and Mahogany Secretary Desk W/ Side Shelf
Located in Van Nuys, CA
storage and two-tier side shelf built in for further storage.
The desk measures: 29.5" high x 36.5
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rattan, Mahogany
Contemporary Orange Desk/Book Shelf by Guillermo Santomá Contemporary Design
By Guillermo Santomà
Located in Barcelona, ES
Desk or bookshelf
Manufactured by Guillermo Santomá
Edition Side Gallery
Barcelona, 2018
Category
2010s Spanish Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
H 78.75 in W 49.22 in D 98.43 in
Hardwood & Green Leather Partner Desk with Sliding Keyboard Shelf Twin Pedestal
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
keyboard shelf
A good looking and well made desk with a premium vintage green leather writing surface
Category
20th Century English Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 29.93 in W 48.23 in D 24.22 in
English Georgian Period Mahogany Desk with Ten Graduating Drawers and Shelf
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Georgian period mahogany desk from the 19th century, with 10 graduating drawers and
Category
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 31.25 in W 43 in D 22 in
Reed desk with wooden shelf, drawers and leather bindings, by Gervasoni, 1970s
By Gervasoni
Located in Roma, RM
Reed desk with wooden shelf, drawers and leather bindings, 1970s.
Product details
Dimensions 110 W
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Wood
H 30.71 in W 43.31 in D 21.66 in
Gispen Industrial "7804" Desk in Blue & Gray with Two Drawers & Slide Out Shelf
By Gispen, A.R. Cordemeijer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Gispen industrial "7804" desk with blue linoleum top and blue enameled metal drawers fronts
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
H 29.5 in W 59 in D 29.5 in
Antique C1870s French Louis XVI Style Inlaid King Wood Ladies Writing Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
ladies writing desk with a cartonnier shelf compartment above the writing surface. The desk features
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
H 50 in W 28 in D 18.25 in
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Desk with Burlwood Top, Drawers and Cracked Ice Shelf
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period wooden desk from the 19th century, with burlwood inset top, five
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Burl
H 31.25 in W 39 in D 19.5 in
Streamline Mahogany and Rattan Writing Desk with Rattan Pulls & Shelf
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Streamline Art Deco rattan writing desk with a rattan border, Mahogany sides, and top with four
Category
Vintage 1930s American Desks
Materials
Rattan
Vintage Danish Imported Mid Century Standalone bookcase shelf with Writing Desk
Located in Seattle, WA
The statement piece that will define your space yet also help to contain, organize and curate your stuff
use the drop-down surface on either side as a workstation or a bar
plentifu...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
H 71 in W 83 in D 16 in
Italian Tortoiseshell Cabinet With Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
the top, a mirror, a center niche and a pullout shelf or writing desk at the bottom. The niche is with
Category
Antique 1780s Italian Cabinets
Materials
Tortoise Shell, Mirror, Wood, Paint
Mahogany bookcase with storage space
Located in Brescia, IT
1960s cabinet with writing desk and shelf.
An original 1960s piece of furniture of Scandinavian
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Japanese Antique Glass Low Table, Wabi Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
table, a writing desk, or a display shelf.
It combines elegance and functionality, and will bring a
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antiquities
Materials
Wood, Glass
Japanese Antique Low Table, Wabi Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
table, a writing desk, or a display shelf.
It combines elegance and functionality, and will bring a
Category
Early 20th Century Taisho Antiquities
Materials
Wood
19th Century English Tunbridge Ware Marquetry Tea Caddy
Located in Forney, TX
displayed atop even the finest table, writing desk, glass console, or shelf.
Classic, elegant, and
Category
Antique 19th Century English Regency Tea Caddies
Materials
Brass
Fine Streamline Art Deco KEM Weber Desk Cabinet
By Kem Weber
Located in Mount Penn, PA
function.
The drop down desk writing shelf measures at 26 3/4" in depth and 27" in width.
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Desks
1960s Shelf System with Writing Desk, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with some signs of use
- Including light (US compatible )
- mahogany veneer
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Dutch Modernist Writing Desk with Book Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Heavy Cubist Frame with Rosewood Top and Set of 3 Drawers with Streamline Chrome Pulls and a Side Bookshelf.
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Hand Carved Walnut Art Nouveau Writing Desk with Side Shelfs
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Custom made hand carved walnut Art Nouveau style writing desk with 2 tier shelves on each opposing
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Danish Modular Desk/ Shelf System
By Arne Vodder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Danish Modern Modular Desk and Shelf System. Can be used in multiple ways, with or without the Desk
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Chrome and glass four shelf desk
Located in New York, NY
Rectangular chrome and glass four shelf desk.
View our complete collection at
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Alfred Hendrickx Style Teak Writing Desk
By Belform, Alfred Hendrickx
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Alfred Hendrickx Style teak writing desk by Belform with book shelf and storage on the
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Writing Desk, Gianfranco Frattini, Italy 1960s Bernini
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
Located in Milano, IT
Writing desk with equipped shelf with small rolling shutters; Jacaranda veneered wood.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Jacaranda
20th Century Inlaid Wood French Writing Desk, 1950
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
, palisander, kingwood, ebonized wood and fruitwood. Writing desk with shelf adorned with gilded and chiseled
Category
Mid-20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Danish Modern Teak Desk with Finished Display Shelf Front
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish modern, teak desk has storage on either side and a drawer in the middle. The desk features a
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Writing Desk Teak Veneer Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
A writing desk with extractable top and shelf, teak veneer. Manufactured in Italy, 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Restored Rattan and Mahogany Secretary Desk with Side Shelf
Located in Van Nuys, CA
and two tier side shelf built in for further storage.
The desk measures: 29.5" high x 36.5" wide x
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rattan, Mahogany
Stackable Midcentury Desk with Shelf by Palini, 1960s, Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
School desk and chair (Palini),
1960
The Castiglionis with Caccia Dominioni presented several
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Deco Curved Executive Desk with Inset Shelf and Laminate Top
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and inset display shelf on back. The whole desk has a curved shape and the laminate top has aluminum
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Laminate
Oak Desk with Integrated Shelf and Ebonized Legs by Hartmut Lohmeyer
By Wilkhahn, Hartmut Lohmeyer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
unique design features and angled shelf at the outer edge of the writing space. The end pieces of the
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Reed and wicker desk with glass shelf and drawers, Italy 1980
Located in Roma, RM
Reed and wicker desk with glass shelf and drawers, Italy 1980
Product details
Dimensions: 127 B x
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wicker, Reed, Glass
R.J. Horner Aesthetic Movement Faux Bamboo Birdseye Maple Writing Desk
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian Aesthetic Movement amber stained birdseye maple faux bamboo writing desk having
Category
Antique 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Mirror, Wood, Maple
Mid-Century Bamboo, Wood and Rattan Writing Table Desk, Italy, 1970s
By Franca Helg, Antonio Piva and Franco Albini
Located in Southampton, NJ
An unusual small scale bamboo rattan & grasscloth writing desk with single drawer, door & shelf
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Grasscloth, Bamboo, Rattan, Glass, Wood
Custom Made Desk Marylebone London Sliding Top & Keyboard Shelf Burr Walnut
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
partner desk with rare sliding top.
This desk is very rare, the entire desktop sides forward which
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Oak, Walnut
H 30.91 in W 72.05 in D 35.83 in
English Mid-Century Faux Bamboo Desk with Vellum Top and Semicircular Shelf
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English faux bamboo desk from the mid-20th century, with vellum top, semi-circular shelf and
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Faux Bamboo, Paper
H 35.5 in W 49 in D 25 in
Antique C1870s French Louis XVI Style Inlaid King Wood Ladies Writing Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a superbly crafted 1870s era ladies writing desk with a cartonnier shelf compartment above
Category
20th Century Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
H 50 in W 28 in D 18.25 in
Italian mid-century modern Wooden desk with drawers and retractable shelf, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Wooden desk with drawers and retractable shelf, 1960s
Desk entirely in
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
H 33.47 in W 32.29 in D 23.63 in
Stunning Rare Burr Walnut Green Leather Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Mouse Shelf
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning burr walnut twin pedestal partner desk with green
Category
20th Century English Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 30.81 in W 53.94 in D 29.93 in
Stunning Burr Walnut Kidney Desk Built in Bookcase Shelf Brown Leather Surface
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for this stunning Burr Walnut Kidney shaped desk with built in bookshelf
Category
20th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 30.71 in W 70.48 in D 39.38 in
Oak Hanging Wall Shelf with Chair
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Amazing oak hanging wall shelf with drop down writing desk. Can also be used as a bar. Original
Category
Vintage 1960s American Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
English 1820s Mahogany Architect's Table with Tilt Top, Single Drawer and Shelf
Located in Atlanta, GA
shelf. Created in England during the first quarter of the 19th century, this mahogany architect's table
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
H 29 in W 18.5 in D 14.25 in
Victorian Style Walnut Roll-Top Desk with Tambour Front
Located in Plainview, NY
that imbue each piece with a unique character. The tambour front when rolled reveals a writing desk
Category
Early 20th Century American Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Writing Desk With Shelf Topper
By Broyhill
Located in Trenton, NJ
Elevate your workspace with this mid-century desk featuring a bookshelf topper, a stylish and
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Laminate, Wood
1960’s Danish Vintage Royal Shelving Unit by Poul Cadovius
By Poul Cadovius
Located in London, GB
and was made by Cado in the 1960s. This has two long rails, a rarely seen large writing desk shelf, a
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
1940's Kidney Shaped Desk by Gilbert Rohde
By Gilbert Rohde
Located in Los Angeles, CA
.
The desk has three drawers and a writing shelf, the desk is very uniquely designed with very
Category
Vintage 1940s American Desks
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Book Case Shelf with Writing Desk
Located in Seattle, WA
writing desk or bar table or room divider finished back.
Dimensions. 60 W; 16 D; 70 H.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Danish Wall System in Rosewood
Located in Courbevoie, FR
box with two doors opening on two compartments with two shelves, 1 writing desk with two drawers, 3
Category
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish Teak Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM 1960s
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Asaa, DK
of:
2 Satin black steel uprights 150 cm
2 Satin black steel uprights 99 cm
1 Large shelf/writing
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
English Willian IV Satinwood Inlaid Lady's Writing Desk with Lower Shaped Shelf
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This English William IV mahogany and satinwood inlayed lady's writing table, dating to circa 1840
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 28.25 in W 36 in D 21.75 in
Mid Century Italian Wall Desk in Brown Teak with Panels and Shelfs, around 1960
Located in Berlin, DE
The "Mid-Century Italian Wall Desk in Brown Teak with Panels and Shelves, around 1960" is a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
H 82.68 in W 33.47 in D 19.69 in
1960’s Mid Century to Scandinavian Modern Teak Writing Desk w Shelf & Round Legs
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage mid-century modern or Scandinavian Modern teak writing desk with raised back shelf
Category
Vintage 1960s Thai Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
H 41 in W 57 in D 24 in
Vintage Danish Teak Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Asaa, DK
:
5 Satin black steel uprights 149.5 cm
1 Large shelf/writing desk, depth 40 cm
12 Shelves, depth 18
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
19th Century French Country Style Pine Desk/Writing Table with Top Shelf
Located in Pau, FR
19th century French country style pine desk or writing table with integrated top shelf and two
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Spanish Black Lacquer and Brass Shelf Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
• Measures 86.75" W x 17.75" D x 78.75" H
• Black lacquer base cabinets
• Brass frame
• Black and smoked glass shelves
• 20th century
• Spain.
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Curved "Journalist" Desk with Open Back Display Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century secretary style desk with open display shelf.
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Writing Desk Shelf For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal writing desk shelf for your home. A writing desk shelf — often made from metal, wood and steel — can elevate any home. There are 16 variations of the antique or vintage writing desk shelf you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect writing desk shelf — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A writing desk shelf, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made writing desk shelf over the years, but those crafted by Alfred Altherr, Guillermo Santomà and Hartmut Lohmeyer are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Writing Desk Shelf?
Prices for a writing desk shelf start at $212 and top out at $21,095 with the average selling for $2,800.
Questions About Writing Desk Shelf
- 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.
- 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 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.
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