Skip to main content

Writing Desk Van

12
to
13
193
105
213
169
73
73
52
25
19
18
17
11
11
11
6
5
4
4
4
3
3
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
31
30
28
24
19
Sort By
Mini Willy Van Der Meeren Writing Desk for Tubax
By Willy Van Der Meeren, Tubax
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mini Willy Van Der Meeren Industrial desks for Tubax. Printed formica top with solid black enameled
Category

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
Category

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

Materials

Pine

Mid-Century Modern Teak Desk or Writing Table by Louis van Teeffelen for WéBé
By Louis Van Teeffelen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern desk or writing table. Design by Louis Van Teeffelen for
Category

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

Materials

Metal

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
Category

2010s Dutch Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Fokker Airplane Wingflap Writing Desk
Fokker Airplane Wingflap Writing Desk
H 30.71 in W 66.93 in D 31.5 in
Teak Mid-Century Modern Desk or Writing Table by Louis van Teeffelen for WéBé
By WéBé, Louis Van Teeffelen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern desk or writing table. Design by Louis Van Teeffelen for
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Rare Modernist Writing Desk by Jos De Mey for Van Den Berghe-Pauvers, 1960s
By Van den Berghe-Pauvers 1, Jos De Mey
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Fantastic writing desk from the ‘Abtracta’ series designed by Jos De Mey and produced in Belgium by
Category

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

Materials

Brass

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
Category

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

Materials

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
Muller Van Severen, 3 Pieces Desk, Belgium, 2014
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, ES
Table model “3 Pieces Desk” Manufactured by Muller Van Severen Produced for Side Gallery Rusted
Category

2010s Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Muller Van Severen, 3 Pieces Desk, Belgium, 2014
Muller Van Severen, 3 Pieces Desk, Belgium, 2014
H 29.14 in W 47.25 in D 27.56 in
Modernist Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A boldly angled modernist single pedestal desk having a distinctive raised gallery with sliding
Category

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

Materials

Brass

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
Category

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

Materials

Wood

Willy Van Der Meeren Teacher’s Desk for Tubax, Belgium, 1950
By Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A beautiful teacher’s desk designed by Willy van der Meeren, manufactured by Tubax in Belgium
Category

Vintage 1950s Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

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
Category

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
John Van Koert Walnut Leather Top Desk for Drexel, c.1965
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
John Van Koert Walnut Leather Top Desk for Drexel, c.1965. This piece has been professionally
Category

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

Materials

Steel

Vintage Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren for Tubax, 1950s
By Willy Van Der Meeren, Tubax
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Mid century school desk designed by Willy Van Der Meeren and produced by Tubax in Belgium
Category

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
Desk with drawer unit designed by Dutch designer Ate van Apeldoorn for Houtwerk Hattem. Ate van
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

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
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

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.  
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Warren Platner Writing Desk with Black Leather Top
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, writing desk, leather, metal, oak, United States, design 1973 This heavy
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Warren Platner for Knoll Writing Desk in Cherry and Black Leather
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, writing desk, cherry, chrome-plated metal, black leather, United States
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Amsterdamse School Corner Desk by Daniel van Dorp for Reens, 1920s
By Gebroeders Reens
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School desk. Design by Daniel van Dorp for
Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Faux Leather, Macassar

Macassar Ebony Art Deco Amsterdamse School Desk by Daniel van Dorp for Reens
By Gebroeders Reens
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School desk. Design by Daniel van Dorp for
Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Faux Leather, Macassar

1950s Fabulous Floating Desk Mexican Mahogany
By Michael van Beuren, Eugenio Escudero
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Mexico 1950s Refined Floating Desk in Mahogany Wood Quality build in Mahogany with Plywood on
Category

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

Materials

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
Category

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

Materials

Cherry, Mahogany

1954, Coen de Vries for Devo Wooden Writing Desk with Red Drawer and Formica Top
By Wim Rietveld
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
. :-) Beautiful designed, original little writing desk in wood with X-base, red colored drawer and formica top
Category

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

Materials

Formica, Wood, Paint

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
Category

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

Materials

Oak, Laminate

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

2010s Canadian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

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
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ash, Oak, Walnut

A John Von Koert for Drexel mid century modern walnut tambour Profile Desk
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A John Von Koert for Drexel mid century modern walnut tambour Profile Desk and matching chair.
Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Kozka Polished Stainless Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Award Materialica 2009, must have design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van Der Rohe Award 2019
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Most Polished Stainless Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van Der Rohe Award 2019, the Schweizer Design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Koziol Polished Stainless Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Awards 2009, Technology Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Koza Polished Stainless Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Awards 2009, Technology Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Campaign Style Desk by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Campaign style desk designed by John Van Koert for Drexel. The desk is supported by gold crossed
Category

Vintage 1970s American Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Nogi Table Base Polished Stainless Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Awards 2009, Technology Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Most Polished Black Glossy Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
grey matt RAL 9003 white glossy RAL 9005 black glossy Raw steel lacquered Keywords: Most, Writing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Desk by Herbert Hirche, circa 1967
By Herbert Hirche
Located in Brussels, BE
Wonderfull minimalist desk By Herbert Hirche, manufactured by Christian Holzäpfel in 1967. Original
Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

Desk by Herbert Hirche, circa 1967
Desk by Herbert Hirche, circa 1967
H 29.34 in W 78.75 in D 39.38 in
Koza Polished Black Glossy Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Awards 2009, Technology Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Koziol Polished Beige Grey Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Awards 2009, Technology Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Koza Polished Blue Grey Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Awards 2009, Technology Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Most Polished Graphite Grey Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van Der Rohe Award 2019, the Schweizer Design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Koziol Polished Moss Grey Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Awards 2009, Technology Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Most Polished White Glossy Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van Der Rohe Award 2019, the Schweizer Design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Koza Polished Moss Grey Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Awards 2009, Technology Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Kozka Polished Beige Grey Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van Der Rohe Award 2019
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Koza Polished White Glossy Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Awards 2009, Technology Award Materialica 2009, must have design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Koza Polished Graphite Grey Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Awards 2009, Technology Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Kozka Polished Moss Grey Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van Der Rohe Award 2019
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Koza Polished Beige Grey Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Awards 2009, Technology Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Most Polished Moss Grey Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van Der Rohe Award 2019, the Schweizer Design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Most Polished Blue Grey Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van Der Rohe Award 2019, the Schweizer Design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Koziol Polished Blue Grey Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Awards 2009, Technology Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Kozka Polished Black Glossy Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van Der Rohe Award 2019
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Kozka Polished White Glossy Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van Der Rohe Award 2019
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Most Polished Beige Grey Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van Der Rohe Award 2019, the Schweizer Design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Koziol Polished Graphite Grey Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Awards 2009, Technology Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Koziol Polished White Glossy Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Awards 2009, Technology Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Koziol Polished Black Glossy Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Awards 2009, Technology Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Kozka Polished Blue Grey Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, Technology Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van Der Rohe Award
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Kozka Polished Graphite Grey Color Carbon Steel Writing Table by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Award Materialica 2009, MUST HAVE Design Lódz 2011 and was nominated to Mies Van Der Rohe Award 2019
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Oak Art Deco Modernist Writing Table or Dining Table by Architect Caspers, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Modernist writing table or dining room table. Design by
Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

  • 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Writing Desk Van", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

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.

How Much is a Writing Desk Van?

Prices for a writing desk van can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $595 and can go as high as $52,389, while the average can fetch as much as $2,850.
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.