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French Mahogany Leather Top Directoire Writing Desk with Pull Out Trays
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a very good French mahogany Directoire desk with bronze ormolu and restrained and simple
Category

Vintage 1930s French Directoire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

French Mahogany Leather Top Directoire Writing Desk with Pull Out Trays
French Mahogany Leather Top Directoire Writing Desk with Pull Out Trays

French Mahogany Leather Top Directoire Writing Desk with Pull Out Trays

H 30 in W 52 in D 28 in
French Charles X Writing Desk
Located in New Orleans, LA
The epitome of French elegance and style, this French Charles X-style writing desk takes the
Category

Antique 19th Century French Charles X Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

French Charles X Writing Desk
French Charles X Writing Desk

French Charles X Writing Desk

H 34 in W 23.88 in D 20.88 in
English Bamboo Desk or Writing Table
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Charming 19th century three drawer desk featuring leather panels on top, foldout writing shelf
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo

English Bamboo Desk or Writing Table
English Bamboo Desk or Writing Table

English Bamboo Desk or Writing Table

H 29 in W 37 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Writing Desk with Filing Drawer
Located in Trenton, NJ
This unique midcentury writing desk is long and narrow with a durable laminate top and sturdy metal
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Writing Desk with Filing Drawer
Mid-Century Writing Desk with Filing Drawer

Mid-Century Writing Desk with Filing Drawer

H 29.5 in W 60.25 in D 19.25 in
Writing Desk used by Charles Dickens, circa 1800
Located in Dorking, GB
This is the desk on which Dickens began his famous writing career. He was in fact a solicitor’s
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Writing Desk used by Charles Dickens, circa 1800
Writing Desk used by Charles Dickens, circa 1800

Writing Desk used by Charles Dickens, circa 1800

H 51 in W 34 in D 22 in
Black Polished Mahogany Writing Desk by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Kastrup, DK
Ole Wanscher, Danish 1903-1985. Mid-century desk in black polished mahogany by Danish cabinetmaker
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Black Polished Mahogany Writing Desk by Ole Wanscher
Black Polished Mahogany Writing Desk by Ole Wanscher

Black Polished Mahogany Writing Desk by Ole Wanscher

H 29.53 in W 63 in D 32.29 in
Hepplewhite Sheraton Style Inlaid Mahogany Tambour Writing Desk
By George Hepplewhite
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
the leather top removed, the metal tray makes a convenient wine tasting tray or table.
Category

Vintage 1920s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Hepplewhite Sheraton Style Inlaid Mahogany Tambour Writing Desk
Hepplewhite Sheraton Style Inlaid Mahogany Tambour Writing Desk

Hepplewhite Sheraton Style Inlaid Mahogany Tambour Writing Desk

H 43.25 in W 46.75 in D 20.75 in
Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Experience the elegance and ingenuity of Swiss design with this stunning foldable writing desk
Category

Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950
Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950

Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950

H 45.28 in W 33.47 in D 22.45 in
Rosewood Writing Desk, Erik Riisager Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Denmark, 1950
By Erik Riisager Hansen 1, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rosewood Writing Desk, Erik Riisager Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Denmark, 1950s This rare
Category

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

Materials

Teak

Rosewood Writing Desk, Erik Riisager Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Denmark, 1950
Rosewood Writing Desk, Erik Riisager Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Denmark, 1950

Rosewood Writing Desk, Erik Riisager Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Denmark, 1950

H 28.35 in W 62.6 in D 29.5 in
Egon Eiermann High Writing Desk Produced by Gustav Veith, 1968
By Egon Eiermann
Located in Köln, NRW
in walnut, is mounted. The hinged writing tray is coated with white plastic. Finally, above the
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century German Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Egon Eiermann High Writing Desk Produced by Gustav Veith, 1968
Egon Eiermann High Writing Desk Produced by Gustav Veith, 1968

Egon Eiermann High Writing Desk Produced by Gustav Veith, 1968

H 55.12 in W 40.56 in D 28.35 in
Antique Campaign Bureau, Anglo Indian, Teak, Colonial Writing Desk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique campaign bureau. An Anglo-Indian, teak and brass colonial writing desk, dating
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Antique Campaign Bureau, Anglo Indian, Teak, Colonial Writing Desk, Victorian
Antique Campaign Bureau, Anglo Indian, Teak, Colonial Writing Desk, Victorian

Antique Campaign Bureau, Anglo Indian, Teak, Colonial Writing Desk, Victorian

H 41.93 in W 40.95 in D 17.72 in
19th Century French Renaissance Wall Desk with Extending Writing Surface
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Renaissance Wall Desk with Extending Writing Surface represents the height of
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Desks and Writing Ta...

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Renaissance Wall Desk with Extending Writing Surface
19th Century French Renaissance Wall Desk with Extending Writing Surface

19th Century French Renaissance Wall Desk with Extending Writing Surface

H 46.5 in W 51 in D 25.5 in
Antique Louis XVI Writing Desk, 20th Century, Cognac Leather, Bonze & Brass
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
Antique Louis XVI style desk from the 20th century, with cognac leather top and gold embossed
Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Louis XVI Writing Desk, 20th Century, Cognac Leather, Bonze & Brass
Antique Louis XVI Writing Desk, 20th Century, Cognac Leather, Bonze & Brass

Antique Louis XVI Writing Desk, 20th Century, Cognac Leather, Bonze & Brass

H 30.52 in W 51.19 in D 27.56 in
Miterz Modern Writing Desk by Cauv Design Powder Coated Steel and Black Walnut
By Joseph Cauvel of CAUV Design
Located in North Branch, NY
A modern and clean twist on the traditional writing desk. The "MiterZ" writing desk by Cauv Design
Category

2010s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Miterz Modern Writing Desk by Cauv Design Powder Coated Steel and Black Walnut
Miterz Modern Writing Desk by Cauv Design Powder Coated Steel and Black Walnut

Miterz Modern Writing Desk by Cauv Design Powder Coated Steel and Black Walnut

H 30 in W 52 in D 26 in
Yellow Ochre Leather Top Maitland Smith Regency Mahogany Desk with Trays
By Maitland Smith
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous Maitland Smith desk with fine bronze and brass castings and wheels and a
Category

2010s Philippine Regency Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Yellow Ochre Leather Top Maitland Smith Regency Mahogany Desk with Trays
Yellow Ochre Leather Top Maitland Smith Regency Mahogany Desk with Trays

Yellow Ochre Leather Top Maitland Smith Regency Mahogany Desk with Trays

H 29.75 in W 38 in D 24 in
Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Clear Glass Top with Natural Oak Frame
By Carlo Mollino, Zanotta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Clear Glass Top with Natural Oak Frame by Carlo Mollino Legs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Clear Glass Top with Natural Oak Frame
Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Clear Glass Top with Natural Oak Frame

Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Clear Glass Top with Natural Oak Frame

H 29 in W 97 in D 35 in
Lexington's Palmer Home Collection Mahogany Tooled Leather Drafting Desk W/ Tray
By Lexington Furniture 1
Located in Germantown, MD
Leather Slant Top Drafting Desk, drafting table with brass feet support and pull-out trays. Large storage
Category

Late 20th Century American Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Lexington's Palmer Home Collection Mahogany Tooled Leather Drafting Desk W/ Tray
Lexington's Palmer Home Collection Mahogany Tooled Leather Drafting Desk W/ Tray

Lexington's Palmer Home Collection Mahogany Tooled Leather Drafting Desk W/ Tray

H 48.5 in W 34 in D 25 in
Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Clear Glass Top with Canaletto Walnut Frame
By Carlo Mollino, Zanotta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Clear Glass Top with Canaletto Walnut Frame by Carlo Mollino
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Clear Glass Top with Canaletto Walnut Frame
Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Clear Glass Top with Canaletto Walnut Frame

Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Clear Glass Top with Canaletto Walnut Frame

H 75 in W 247 in D 90 in
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard for John Stuart Larger Teak Writing Desk, 1950's
By Peter Hvidt, John Stuart Inc., Hvidt & Mølgaard, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Danish Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen Larger Teak Desk for Soborg Møbelfabrik Denmark, 1960's
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard for John Stuart Larger Teak Writing Desk, 1950's
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard for John Stuart Larger Teak Writing Desk, 1950's

Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard for John Stuart Larger Teak Writing Desk, 1950's

H 28.75 in W 53 in D 31.5 in
Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Smoky Glass Top with Black Varnished Oak Frame
By Carlo Mollino, Zanotta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Smoky Glass Top with Black Varnished Oak Frame by Carlo Mollino
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Smoky Glass Top with Black Varnished Oak Frame
Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Smoky Glass Top with Black Varnished Oak Frame

Zanotta Cavour CM Writing Desk in Smoky Glass Top with Black Varnished Oak Frame

H 75 in W 247 in D 90 in
George Eliot's Writing Table
Located in Dorking, GB
diameter across the top and the gallery tray has a slightly wider dimension of 24 inches. The table is 31
Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

George Eliot's Writing Table
George Eliot's Writing Table

George Eliot's Writing Table

H 31 in Dm 24 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
Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk
Located in Baltimore, MD
A desk with incredible form and presence. This attractive original magic box desk, cabinet/desk
Category

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

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk
Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk

Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk

H 45.3 in W 64.5 in D 20.38 in
19th Century Adjustable Writing Table, or Easel
Located in Winter Park, FL
tilted flat or angled and has a small latched ledge to hold a book or dinner tray. The top may be
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century Adjustable Writing Table, or Easel
19th Century Adjustable Writing Table, or Easel

19th Century Adjustable Writing Table, or Easel

H 39 in W 35 in D 16 in
Walnut Davenport Desk
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A fine quality Victorian walnut Davenport desk, incorporating candle slides, a pen tray, a
Category

Antique 1870s English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Davenport Desk
Walnut Davenport Desk

Walnut Davenport Desk

H 32.68 in W 19.3 in D 25.6 in
Herringbone Waterfall Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
Herringbone Waterfall Desk, create a serene space for work and moments of reflection with this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Herringbone Waterfall Desk
Herringbone Waterfall Desk

Herringbone Waterfall Desk

H 30 in W 54 in D 24 in
19th C Regency English Mahogany Adjustable Reading Writing Table
Located in Savannah, GA
reading/writing table featuring an adjustable top over a substantial base support. Retains the original
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
Mid Century Glamour Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
design creates a place for everything and somewhere to keep everything in its place. Use it as a desk or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing...

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Mid Century Glamour Desk
Mid Century Glamour Desk

Mid Century Glamour Desk

H 295 in W 54 in D 20 in
Phloem Studio Laura Desk, Handmade Modern Secretary Desk in Walnut or White Oak
By Phloem Studio
Located in Stevenson, WA
space. The desk has two tapered tray drawers that hide clutter and help organize, with hidden playful
Category

2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Phloem Studio Laura Desk, Handmade Modern Secretary Desk in Walnut or White Oak
Phloem Studio Laura Desk, Handmade Modern Secretary Desk in Walnut or White Oak

Phloem Studio Laura Desk, Handmade Modern Secretary Desk in Walnut or White Oak

H 34 in W 42 in D 30 in
Leon Ransmeir Folia Desk
By Leon Ransmeier
Located in Chicago, IL
the Philip Johnson Glass House in New Canaan, Connecticut. The Folia desk features four sliding
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Leon Ransmeir Folia Desk
Leon Ransmeir Folia Desk

Leon Ransmeir Folia Desk

H 30.5 in W 66 in D 28 in
Hardwood Carlton House Desk
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
An unusual desk made from oriental timber to an English design. The shaped top has the typical
Category

Antique 1840s English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Hardwood Carlton House Desk
Hardwood Carlton House Desk

Hardwood Carlton House Desk

H 35 in W 27 in D 44 in
Small Antique Ladies Correspondence Table, English, Flame, Writing, William IV
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique ladies correspondence table. An English, flame mahogany writing table
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British William IV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Antique Ladies Correspondence Table, English, Flame, Writing, William IV
Small Antique Ladies Correspondence Table, English, Flame, Writing, William IV

Small Antique Ladies Correspondence Table, English, Flame, Writing, William IV

H 27.96 in W 18.31 in D 13.19 in
Mahogany Writing Table - Bean Shape - Edwardian Period - Circa: 1890-1900
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
A delightful antique writing table in mahogany, in the form of a "bean" or "kidney", in the full
Category

Antique 19th Century British Country Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Writing Table - Bean Shape - Edwardian Period - Circa: 1890-1900
Mahogany Writing Table - Bean Shape - Edwardian Period - Circa: 1890-1900

Mahogany Writing Table - Bean Shape - Edwardian Period - Circa: 1890-1900

H 28.35 in W 53.55 in D 30.32 in
Rosewood desk by Torbjørn Afda
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in PARIS, FR
designers of the 50s and 60s. With a clean and pure form this desk has two drawers with beautifully sculpted
Category

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

Materials

Palisander

Rosewood desk by Torbjørn Afda
Rosewood desk by Torbjørn Afda

Rosewood desk by Torbjørn Afda

H 31.5 in W 59.06 in D 28.35 in
Antique Ebonized Pine Pedestal Desk
Located in Batley, GB
An attractive ebonised pine pedestal desk with green baize top. Handy pull out tray drawers and
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Antique Ebonized Pine Pedestal Desk
Antique Ebonized Pine Pedestal Desk

Antique Ebonized Pine Pedestal Desk

H 81 in W 160 in D 81 in
Chiffonniere, Writing Table Walnut, Louis XV Style, Period : 19th Century
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
Adorable little writing case in walnut with inlay, Louis XV style.  It has four high, slender and
Category

Antique 19th Century Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Chiffonniere, Writing Table Walnut, Louis XV Style, Period : 19th Century
Chiffonniere, Writing Table Walnut, Louis XV Style, Period : 19th Century

Chiffonniere, Writing Table Walnut, Louis XV Style, Period : 19th Century

H 27.17 in W 8.27 in D 8.27 in
Louis XV-inspired Writing Table Stamped H. Nelson, France, circa 1880
By Henri Nelson
Located in PARIS, FR
Stamped H. Nelson Charming Louis XV-inspired scalloped-shaped writing table in kingwood veneer and
Category

Antique 1880s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Porphyry, Bronze

Louis XV-inspired Writing Table Stamped H. Nelson, France, circa 1880
Louis XV-inspired Writing Table Stamped H. Nelson, France, circa 1880

Louis XV-inspired Writing Table Stamped H. Nelson, France, circa 1880

H 28.94 in W 21.86 in D 14.77 in
Custom Kidney Shaped Desk/Table
Located in Bellport, NY
Unusual Kidney shaped desk made with high detailed mahogany woods,showing two pull out draws,and
Category

20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Custom Kidney Shaped Desk/Table
Custom Kidney Shaped Desk/Table

Custom Kidney Shaped Desk/Table

H 28.5 in W 37 in D 17 in
19th Century Regency Palisander Davenport Desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
leather writing surface. Top opens to reveal a richly colored interior with 2 drawers. Writing slope
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
French Directoire style desk in oak
Located in Landivy, FR
This computer desk is proposed here in solid oak from France and is also available in cherry. A
Category

2010s French Directoire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak

French Directoire style desk in oak
French Directoire style desk in oak

French Directoire style desk in oak

H 29.93 in W 39.38 in D 23.63 in
Regency Brass-Inlaid Ebony Desk Compendium
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Regency brass-inlaid ebony desk compendium of rectangular form with a carrying handle flanked by
Category

Antique 1810s English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Regency Brass-Inlaid Ebony Desk Compendium
Regency Brass-Inlaid Ebony Desk Compendium

Regency Brass-Inlaid Ebony Desk Compendium

H 6.5 in W 14 in D 11 in
French Neo Classic Inspired Modern Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
French neo classic inspired modern desk, enjoy your workspace as never before with this exquisite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

French Neo Classic Inspired Modern Desk
French Neo Classic Inspired Modern Desk

French Neo Classic Inspired Modern Desk

H 30 in W 62 in D 26 in
Office Solid Desk by Pierre Jeanneret
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Altwies, LU
Office solid desk in teak and teak veneer. Rectangular tray with sides and drooping supported by a
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Office Solid Desk by Pierre Jeanneret
Office Solid Desk by Pierre Jeanneret

Office Solid Desk by Pierre Jeanneret

H 27.96 in W 31.89 in D 22.84 in
Exhibition Quality Mahogany Cylinder Desk, Maple & Co
By Maple & Co.
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
inkwells, pen tray and leather writing section, the base having long frieze drawer flanked by two small
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Exhibition Quality Mahogany Cylinder Desk, Maple & Co
Exhibition Quality Mahogany Cylinder Desk, Maple & Co

Exhibition Quality Mahogany Cylinder Desk, Maple & Co

H 43.701 in W 36.22 in D 21.26 in
Late Victorian Carlton House Desk in Satinwood
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5033, exceptional quality Sheraton Revival satinwood and marquetry desk attributed to Edwards and
Category

Antique 19th Century British Sheraton Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Satinwood

Late Victorian Carlton House Desk in Satinwood
Late Victorian Carlton House Desk in Satinwood

Late Victorian Carlton House Desk in Satinwood

H 36.23 in W 48.23 in D 25.2 in
19th century Chinese canton black lacquered desk cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Chinese canton black lacquered desk cabinet, circa 1830. Stunning quality Chinese
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
Michel Ducaroy 'attributed to', Desk, Circa 1975
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Tray dimensions: L180 x P90 Desk dimensions: L138 x P65 x H73 Smoked glass top Good condition
Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Michel Ducaroy 'attributed to', Desk, Circa 1975
Michel Ducaroy 'attributed to', Desk, Circa 1975

Michel Ducaroy 'attributed to', Desk, Circa 1975

H 28.75 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in
Minimalist Space Age Desk by Planmöbel, 1960s
Located in Echt, NL
Very rare Minimalist desk in very good condition. Manufactured by Planmöbel in the 1960s The
Category

20th Century German Space Age Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Minimalist Space Age Desk by Planmöbel, 1960s
Minimalist Space Age Desk by Planmöbel, 1960s

Minimalist Space Age Desk by Planmöbel, 1960s

H 30.12 in W 78.75 in D 39.38 in
Harvey Probber Zebrano & Ebonized Mahogany Two Drawer Desk
By Harvey Probber
Located in Bainbridge, NY
American Mid Century American Harvey Probber Inc. Writing Desk, 1960's. Featuring a rectangular
Category

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

Materials

Mahogany, Zebra Wood

Harvey Probber Zebrano & Ebonized Mahogany Two Drawer Desk
Harvey Probber Zebrano & Ebonized Mahogany Two Drawer Desk

Harvey Probber Zebrano & Ebonized Mahogany Two Drawer Desk

H 29.5 in W 49 in D 24.75 in
NSNG Stainless Serving Tray
By Joost van Bleiswijk, Kiki & Joost
Located in Eindhoven, NL
versions of long-forgotten objects such as a writing desk, standing clock, hourglass and a chessboard
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Tray Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

NSNG Stainless Serving Tray

NSNG Stainless Serving Tray

H 5.71 in W 37.01 in D 12.6 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
Peter Lovig Nielsen Flip Top Executive Desk in Rosewood
By Lovig Dansk
Located in Seattle, WA
. Retains original trays for the upper level cubbies. The top shelf of the desk flips down to extend the
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Peter Lovig Nielsen Flip Top Executive Desk in Rosewood
Peter Lovig Nielsen Flip Top Executive Desk in Rosewood

Peter Lovig Nielsen Flip Top Executive Desk in Rosewood

H 28.5 in W 64 in D 29 in
18th Century Louis XVI desk with sheath legs.
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
box interior and fitted tray. Period locks and Key. Top and lateral pulls sheathed in original
Category

Antique 1790s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

18th Century Louis XVI desk with sheath legs.
18th Century Louis XVI desk with sheath legs.

18th Century Louis XVI desk with sheath legs.

H 29.25 in W 51 in D 26.25 in
English Walnut and Marquetry Davenport Desk, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
faced graduated drawers with inset turned knobs; the writing compartment braced by foliate spandrels
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut, Leather

English Walnut and Marquetry Davenport Desk, 19th Century
English Walnut and Marquetry Davenport Desk, 19th Century

English Walnut and Marquetry Davenport Desk, 19th Century

H 45 in W 25 in D 21 in
Modernist Teak Rollup Secretary Desk by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy, 1960s
By F.P. Fratelli Proserpio 1
Located in Chicago, IL
Modernist Italian 1960s teak compact rollup secretary desk by Fratelli Proserpio. Writing surface
Category

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

Materials

Teak

Modernist Teak Rollup Secretary Desk by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy, 1960s
Modernist Teak Rollup Secretary Desk by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy, 1960s

Modernist Teak Rollup Secretary Desk by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy, 1960s

H 36 in W 36 in D 21 in
White Oak & Walnut Thin Frame Desk by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Southampton, NY
White Oak & Walnut Thin Frame Brass Desk by Lawson-Fenning. What makes this desk unique is the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

White Oak & Walnut Thin Frame Desk by Lawson-Fenning
White Oak & Walnut Thin Frame Desk by Lawson-Fenning

White Oak & Walnut Thin Frame Desk by Lawson-Fenning

H 30 in W 64 in D 32.25 in
Ico Parisi Attributed Sculptural Desk With Glass Top 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in New York, NY
attributed to Ico Parisi, Italian 1950's. This desk is beautifully outfitted with drawers, pull out trays and
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Ico Parisi Attributed Sculptural Desk With Glass Top 1950s
Ico Parisi Attributed Sculptural Desk With Glass Top 1950s

Ico Parisi Attributed Sculptural Desk With Glass Top 1950s

H 31.5 in W 59 in D 31.5 in
Danish Desk by Erik Riisager Hansen, Haslev Møbelsnedkeri, Denmark
By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Erik Riisager Hansen 1
Located in Utrecht, NL
Vintage teak desk, model 66, designed by Danish designer Erik Riisager Hansen, executed by Haslev
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Desk by Erik Riisager Hansen, Haslev Møbelsnedkeri, Denmark
Danish Desk by Erik Riisager Hansen, Haslev Møbelsnedkeri, Denmark

Danish Desk by Erik Riisager Hansen, Haslev Møbelsnedkeri, Denmark

H 27.96 in W 66.93 in D 29.53 in
Elevado Desk in Cerused Wenge Wood by Kelly Wearstler
By Kelly Wearstler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The elegantly scaled Elevado desk has a simple architectural silhouette and utilizes our signature
Category

2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Elevado Desk in Cerused Wenge Wood by Kelly Wearstler
Elevado Desk in Cerused Wenge Wood by Kelly Wearstler

Elevado Desk in Cerused Wenge Wood by Kelly Wearstler

H 30 in W 84 in D 36.5 in
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Find many varieties of an authentic writing tray desk available at 1stDibs. A writing tray desk — often made from wood, metal and hardwood — can elevate any home. Find 756 options for an antique or vintage writing tray desk now, or shop our selection of 96 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect writing tray desk — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A writing tray desk is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Victorian and modern styles are sought with frequency. Oscar Maschera, Claude Bouchard and Peter Løvig Nielsen each produced at least one beautiful writing tray desk that is worth considering.

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Questions About Writing Tray Desk
  • 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 desk tray?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.
  • 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 a small writing desk called?
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    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 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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