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Mini Willy Van Der Meeren Writing Desks for Tubax
By Tubax, Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mini Industrial desk by Belgian design powerhouse Willy Van Der Meeren for the Tubax company. The
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Ate van Apeldoorn Large Writing Desk and cabinet block . 1960s Holland
By Houtwerk Hattem
Located in Den Haag, NL
Minimalist Solid Pine Writing desk designed by Ate Van Apeldoorn and produced by Houtwerk Hattum
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Fokker Airplane Wingflap Writing Desk
By Stef van Der Bijl
Located in BUSSUM, NH
Fokker Airplane Wingflap writing desk Desk made from the left and right wing flab of a Fokker F50
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2010s Dutch Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum, Steel

Fokker Airplane Wingflap Writing Desk
Fokker Airplane Wingflap Writing Desk
H 30.71 in W 66.93 in D 31.5 in
Marc van Rampelberg Freestanding Desk in Solid Iroko
By Marc van Rampelberg
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Marc van Rampelberg, freestanding writing desk, iroko, Kenya, 1980s. This solid Iroko
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Vintage 1980s Kenyan Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood

Black ebonized Ate Van Apeldoorn desk
By Houtwerk Hattem
Located in Nijlen, VAN
Black ebonized Ate Van Apeldoorn desk This 1980s desk, designed by renowned Dutch designer Ate van
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Desks and Writing Tables

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Pine

Black ebonized Ate Van Apeldoorn desk
Black ebonized Ate Van Apeldoorn desk
H 28.75 in W 62.6 in D 31.5 in
Midcentury Desk by J.B. Van Sciver Co.
By J.B. Van Sciver Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish Mid-Century Modern desk made by J.B. Van Sciver Furniture Company. Interesting design
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Modernist Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel, 1960s
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A boldly angled modernist single pedestal desk having a distinctive raised gallery with sliding
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Ate Van Apeldoorn Pine Waterfall Dining Table or Desk
By Houtwerk Hattem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic Ate Van Apeldoorn pine waterfall table is the perfect balance between stunning craftsmanship
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Willy Van Der Meeren Desk by Tubax Belgium 1955
By Willy Van Der Meeren, Tubax
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Nice Industrial desk designed by Willy Van Der Meeren and manufactured by Tubax, Belgium 1955. This
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Willy Van Der Meeren Desk by Tubax Belgium 1955
Willy Van Der Meeren Desk by Tubax Belgium 1955
H 29.14 in W 55.52 in D 27.96 in
Rare Single Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren for Tubax
By Tubax, Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This single desk was designed by Willy Van Der Meeren in the early 1950s and manufactured by Tubax
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Denton, TX
this desk a stunning vintage piece of art. The writing surface is 30.25" high.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak, Walnut

Vintage Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren for Tubax, 1950s
By Willy Van Der Meeren, Tubax
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century school desk designed by Willy Van Der Meeren and produced by Tubax in Belgium
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Desk with Drawer Unit in Solid Pine by Dutch Designer Ate Van Apeldoorn
Located in Beerse, VAN
Beautiful desk with drawer unit designed by Dutch designer Ate van Apeldoorn for Houtwerk Hattem
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Mid-Century Modern Extension Desk By John van Koert For Drexel Counterpoint
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning, wonderfully detailed, mid-century American desk was designed by John van Koert for
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cherry, Mahogany

Willy Van Der Meeren Desk for Tubax, circa 1950, Formica, Metal, Wood, 38 Avai
By Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Brussels, BE
Willy Van Der Meeren desk for Tubax, circa 1950, Formica, metal, wood- 38 available.  
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Large Ate Van Apeldoorn Custom Pine Wall Unit with Desk, Cabinets and Drawers
By Houtwerk Hattem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom designed extra large Ate Van Apeldoorn pine wall unit. Three individual pieces consisting of
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Early Gerard Van Den Berg for Montis Burled Wood Desk with Cast Aluminum Legs
By Montis, Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An early Gerard Van Den Berg desk for Montis. The design is almost Saporiti meets Sottsass in
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Dom Hans van der Laan Unique Desk with Copy of Original Drawings c. 1970
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dom Hans van der Laan unique desk with copy of original drawings. From a private doctor’s practice
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Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Copper

1950s Fabulous Floating Desk Mexican Mahogany
By Eugenio Escudero, Michael van Beuren
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Mexico 1950s Refined Floating Desk in Mahogany Wood Quality build in Mahogany with Plywood on
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany, Plywood

Rare Five-Piece Drexel Counterpoint Modular Desk Dresser Mid-Century Modern
By John Van Koert
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Extremely rare five-piece set of John Van Koert's Drexel Counterpoint modular desk and chair plus
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cherry, Mahogany

Mid Century Modern Solid Oak Desk with Laminate Top
By Jack Van der Molen
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Solid Oak Desk with Laminate Top Good vintage condition with one leg having a
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak, Laminate

Aurora Sculptural Steel and Ash Wood Desk by Autonomous Furniture
By Autonomous Furniture, Kirk Van Ludwig
Located in Victoria, BC
talented Kirk Van Ludwig, a seven-time Designer of the Year finalist, this desk is a true testament to his
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2010s Canadian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Ash, Oak, Walnut

Ban Curved Steel and Maple Wood Desk by Autonomous Furniture
By Kirk Van Ludwig, Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
the sleek lines and impeccable craftsmanship of the Ban Desk. Designed by the visionary Kirk Van
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2010s Canadian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Ash, Oak, Walnut

Green Desk, desk and mirror in glossy lacquered green MDF, Kiki Van Eijk
By Kiki van Eijk
Located in Varedo, IT
Green desk is “A refined, high-quality Italian craft design, characterized by strong lines and
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Crenelle Lucite Desk by Craig Van Den Brulle
By Craig Van Den Brulle
Located in New York, NY
Crenelle Lucite desk by Craig Van Den Brulle. Custom Sizes Are Available.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Lucite

Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren for Tubax
By Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Ghent, BE
Very rare original desk by Willy Van der Meeren for Tubax in the 1950s. This hard to find desk is
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren for Tubax
Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren for Tubax
H 29.53 in W 55.52 in D 27.56 in
Desk by Belgian Designer Willy Van Der Meeren for Tubax, 1950s
By Willy Van Der Meeren, Tubax
Located in Bruges, West-Flanders
Writing desk by Belgian designer Willy Van Der Meeren produced by Tubax, 1950s. Formica top on
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Gispen President Desk PR 7772
By W. Van Osselen, Gispen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Name: President desk PR 7772 designer: W. van Osselen manufacturer: Gispen, Netherland design year
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Gispen President Desk PR 7772
Gispen President Desk PR 7772
H 30.71 in W 82.68 in D 43.31 in
Modern Home Office Desk Table Glass or Italian Marble and Bass-Plated
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Ginger Zalaba, Otto Kolb
Located in Bruttisellen, CH
This bespoke home office table is an elegant solution for a small working space. Choose between glass, oak wood and marble and different steel finishing. Kolb collection “We de...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

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Marble, Carrara Marble, Steel

Modern Dining Table In Black Marble With Brass Finish
By Ginger Zalaba, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Otto Kolb
Located in Bruttisellen, CH
This bespoke dining table is an elegant solution for any modern space. Choose between glass, oak wood and marble and different steel finishing. Kolb collection “We dedicate a reduc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble, Steel

Writing Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren
By Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Culver City, CA
Writing desk with simple form, constructed from tubular metal, with interior cubby and wood
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Writing Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren
Writing Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren
H 31.25 in W 49.25 in D 21.75 in
Willy van der Meeren Writing Desk for Tubax Desk
By Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully Designed Solid Tubular Metal Frame with Sheet Metal Cubby and Wood Top with Patterned Formica Top. In Original Condition.
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Willy Van Der Meeren Writing Desk for Tubax Desk
By Tubax, Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Midcentury Willy Van Der Meeren Industrial desk with Formica top and teal enameled tubular metal
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Willy Van Der Meeren Writing Desk for Tubax Desk
Willy Van Der Meeren Writing Desk for Tubax Desk
H 31.25 in W 39.25 in D 21.75 in
Writing Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren, Belgium, 1950s
By Tubax, Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in London, GB
Large size writing desk by Willy Van Der Meeren, Belgium, 1950s. This model is a stylish
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Louis Van Teeffelen Boomerang Writing Desk Webe the Netherlands 1960
By WéBé, Louis Van Teeffelen
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful boomerang shaped writing desk designed by Louis van Teeffelen and manufactured by Webe
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

John Van Koert Writing Desk for Drexel, Tambour Roll Top
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Buffalo, NY
Designer: John Van Koert Manufacturer: Drexel “Profile” Period/Style: Mid Century Modern Country
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Black Lacquered Writing Desk, Newly Refinished
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern writing desk By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Profile
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Black Lacquered Writing Desk, Newly Refinished
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern writing desk By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Profile
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Walnut Writing Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel, 1960s
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid century walnut writing desk designed by John Van Koert and manufactured by Drexel in the United
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Pine Wood Writing Desk Set by Ate Van Apeldoorn for Houtwerk Hattem
By Houtwerk Hattem
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This is a very nice writing desk set designed by Ate Van Apeldoorn for Houtwerk Hattem. The use of
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Pine

Antique Queen Anne Style Tiger Maple Writing Desk by J.B. Van Sciver Co.
By J.B. Van Sciver Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful antique Queen Anne style writing desk. The desk features gorgeous tiger maple wood
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Early 20th Century American Queen Anne Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple

Large Mid-Century Writing Desk with Grey Metal Frame by Van Der Meeren, Belgium
By Willy Van Der Meeren, Tubax
Located in London, GB
Large mid-century writing desk by Belgian architect and designer, Willy Van Der Meeren, 1950s
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Willy Van Der Meeren Desk
By Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Industrial desk designed by Willy Van Der Meeren after world war II. Willy Van Der Meeren is one
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Vintage 1940s Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

Willy Van Der Meeren Desk
Willy Van Der Meeren Desk
H 29.5 in W 49 in D 21 in
Rare Bas Van Pelt Architectural Desk
By Bas Van Pelt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing! Formica topped teak and enameled metal framed desk with stealth storage shelf and right
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Rare Bas Van Pelt Architectural Desk
Rare Bas Van Pelt Architectural Desk
H 29.75 in W 87.125 in D 36.25 in
John Van Koert Desk for Drexel
By John Van Koert
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A stylish floating leatherette topped desk with sliding door upper storage area for letters and a
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

John Van Koert Desk for Drexel
John Van Koert Desk for Drexel
H 30 in W 56 in D 31 in
Rare Modernist Writing Desk by Jos De Mey for Van Den Berghe-Pauvers, 1960s
By Jos De Mey, Van den Berghe-Pauvers 1
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Fantastic writing desk from the ‘Abtracta’ series designed by Jos De Mey and produced in Belgium by
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Webe Desk by Louis Van Teeffelen, 1959
By Louis Van Teeffelen
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Amazing Dutch desk, if not the most beautiful Dutch desk. Super quality desk with brass detailed
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Webe Desk by Louis Van Teeffelen, 1959
Webe Desk by Louis Van Teeffelen, 1959
H 28.35 in W 59.85 in D 21.66 in
Mid-Century Desk by John Van Koert
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-century Modern desk designed by John Van Koert for Drexel. Desk features an ebony finish with
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Desk by John Van Koert
Mid-Century Desk by John Van Koert
H 35.5 in W 54 in D 33 in
Dom Hans van der Laan Desk
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Dronten, NL
Dom Hans van der Laan writing table / desk. Rare and very collectible piece by renown Dutch
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Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Pine

Dom Hans van der Laan Desk
Dom Hans van der Laan Desk
H 33.86 in W 78.75 in D 44.89 in
Rare Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren
By Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This elegant desk was designed by Willy Van Der Meeren in the early 1950s and manufactured by Tubax
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Rare Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren
Rare Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 47.25 in
Willy Van Der Meeren For Tubax Desk
By Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully Designed Writing Desk constructed with Solid Tubular Metal Frame and sporting a Sheet
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Willy Van Der Meeren For Tubax Desk
Willy Van Der Meeren For Tubax Desk
H 31.25 in W 49.25 in D 21.4 in
1950's John Van Koert Drexel Vanity Desk
By John Van Koert
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern vanity desk for sale. Designed by John Van Koert for Drexel in the 1950
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

1950's John Van Koert Drexel Vanity Desk
1950's John Van Koert Drexel Vanity Desk
H 32 in W 30.25 in D 18.5 in
Sophisticated Mid-Century Modernist Desk by John Van Koert
By John Van Koert
Located in New York, NY
This Mid-Century Modern desk was designed by John Van Koert for the Drexel Company. The desk is
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Nickel

Secretary Desk by Louis Van Teeffelen for Wébé, 1960s
By Louis Van Teeffelen
Located in Hilversum, NL
Unique secretary desk by Louis Van Teeffelen for Wébé, 1960s. Modern design from the Netherlands
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Organic Webe Desk by Louis van Teeffelen 1959
By WéBé, Louis Van Teeffelen
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Amazing Dutch desk, if not the most beautiful Dutch desk. Super quality desk with brass detailed
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Organic Webe Desk by Louis van Teeffelen 1959
Organic Webe Desk by Louis van Teeffelen 1959
H 28.35 in W 59.85 in D 21.66 in
1980s Harrison Van Horn Natural Grasscloth Tanker Pedestal Desk
By Harrison Van Horn
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a fabulous pedestal desk attributed to Harrison Van Horn, circa the
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Vintage 1980s Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Grasscloth, Hardwood

Willy van der Meeren Desk for Tubax
By Tubax, Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Midcentury Willy Van Der Meeren industrial desk with printed Formica top and taupe enameled tubular
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Willy van der Meeren Desk for Tubax
Willy van der Meeren Desk for Tubax
H 31.25 in W 39.25 in D 21.75 in
Rare K80 Profile Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel
By John Van Koert
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare K80 Profile Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel. Desk surface height: 30 inches.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut, Leather

Ate Van Apeldoorn Light Pine Perriand Style Desk or Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simplistic solid pine desk or table with dovetail joints by Ate Van Apeldoorn. Good original
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Willy Van Der Meeren (attr) For Tubax Desk
By Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Tubular Metal Table with Cork Toned Plywood Top. Used and Worn, Original Condition.
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Willy Van Der Meeren (attr) For Tubax Desk
Willy Van Der Meeren (attr) For Tubax Desk
H 30 in W 51.25 in D 25.5 in
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Writing Desk Van For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal writing desk van for your home. Each writing desk van for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. Find 100 options for an antique or vintage writing desk van now, or shop our selection of 7 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect writing desk van — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each writing desk van bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. Willy Van Der Meeren, John Van Koert and Drexel each produced at least one beautiful writing desk van that is worth considering.

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Questions About Writing Desk Van
  • 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.