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Colonial Revival Secretary Desk w/ Glass Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Designer: Northwestern Cabinet Co. Manufacturer: Northwestern Cabinet Co. Materials: Mahogany, Original Glass, Patinated Brass Hadles Crafted by Northwestern Cabinet Co. in the 1950s, this Colonial Revival Secretary Desk with Glass...
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1950s American Colonial Revival Vintage Unknown Desks

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Brass

Antique French Louis XVI Style Drop-Down Desk Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition, Missing 2 Pulls On Bottom Drawer Materials: Mahogany, Missing 2 Pulls On Bottom Drawer
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1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Unknown Desks

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Mahogany

Vintage French Provincial Style Painted Writing Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Painted Wood
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1960s American French Provincial Vintage Unknown Desks

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Wood

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak & Oak Desk w/ Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desi...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks

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Oak, Teak

Antique English Arts & Crafts Oak Writing Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Quarter-Sawn Oak, Brass Pulls This beautifully crafted English Arts & Crafts writing desk embodies both functionality and elegance....
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1920s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Unknown Desks

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Brass

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Desk w/ Leather Top by Milling Road
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Designer: Milling Road Furniture / Baker Manufacturer: Milling Road Furniture / Baker Materials: Light Walnut, Original Leather Top, Patina...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks

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Brass

Mid Century Rosewood Secretary Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A mid century Brazilian rosewood drop front secretary desk. Rich wood grain with beige laminate accent panels. Sculpted handles on four lower drawers. Sourced in Northern Italy.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Unknown Desks

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Rosewood

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone Lacquered & Walnut Writing Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks

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Metal

Rectangular Naturally Patinated Steel Contemporary Writing Desk by Dennis Kaiser
Located in Geneve, CH
Rectangular Patinated Steel Contemporary Forever Writing Desk by Dennis Kaiser Dimensions: D 50 x W 110 x H 77 cm. Materials: Steel. Handcrafted in Tuscany, Italy. Customization is ...
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2010s Italian Post-Modern Unknown Desks

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Steel

1950's Brazilian Modern Three Legged Desk in Hardwood by Moveis Fratte
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this mid-century Brazilian modern desk, designed by Moveis Fratte in the fifties, is absolutely magnificent! This desk is made with naval plywood and features three ...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks

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Hardwood

Aries Medium Desk by Pastform
Located in Geneve, CH
Aries Medium Desk by Pastform Dimensions: D 65 x W 150 x H 76 cm. Materials: Stained and varnished wood. Available in different wood color finishes and combinations: Whiskey, Rum, N...
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2010s Polish Post-Modern Unknown Desks

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Wood

"Swedish Grace" Period Secretary
Located in New York, NY
Grace was the inspiration for this lovely birch secretary which makes working from home a joy! Three locking drawers sit beneath a generous drop-front with 6 interior drawers, a pair...
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1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Unknown Desks

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Birch

Modernist Tubular Steel Desk with 2 Chests of Drawers, Chromed Metal, Oak Veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
Modernist tubular steel desk with two chests of drawers, chrome plated metal, oak veneer, circa. 1935.
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1930s Czech Modern Vintage Unknown Desks

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Metal, Chrome

Hideaway Desk Cabinet/Secretary Made In Rosewood From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
A rare hideaway desk cabinet/secretary in rosewood, of norwigian design in the 1960s. This unique piece of furniture combines both a desk and cabinet in one functional unit, perfect ...
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks

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Rosewood

Vintage Italian Painted Drop-Leaf Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Style: Italian Provincial Materials: Painted Wood
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1950s Italian Other Vintage Unknown Desks

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Wood

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI-Style Executive Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI-Style executive desk Mahogany with excessive bronze mounts and trim with tooled dark leather writing surface. Dimensions: 31" H x 71.75" ...
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Mid-20th Century French Unknown Desks

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Bronze

Birch Biedermeier Secretaire
Located in New York, NY
Constructed of solid birch and fir and veneered with hand-cut Nordic birch veneers, the secretary features an upper locking drawer which rests upon a fitted desk area hiding behind a...
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19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Unknown Desks

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Birch, Fir

Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Desk by American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks

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Steel

Vintage WWII Folding Military Field Desk
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage WWII Military Field Desk A vintage US Military aluminum celadon green painted metal folding field desk. Transforms from a rectangle to p...
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1940s North American Industrial Vintage Unknown Desks

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Aluminum

C1830 Louis Philippe Mahogany Document Desk with Leather Faced Drawers
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
C1830 Louis Philippe Mahogany Document Desk with Leather Faced Drawers. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions. Desk Height: 28.5
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Early 18th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Unknown Desks

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Leather, Mahogany

Biedermeier Secretaire
Located in New York, NY
A strong, elegant piece to keep you perfectly organized! Crafted of hand-hewn fir and ash and veneered with thick hand-cut ash veneers, this chest offers storage for everything. A lo...
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1850s Swedish Biedermeier Antique Unknown Desks

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Ash

Grande Biedermeier Secrétaire
Located in New York, NY
A perfect example of the wealthy, elegant Biedermeier period, this impressive, secretary is veneered in flame mahogany and birch intarsia, with bone escutcheons, secret compartments,...
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1810s Scandinavian Biedermeier Antique Unknown Desks

Teak Desk, Danish Design, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
A desk from the 1960s brought from Denmark. The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: height 75 cm / width 148 cm / depth. 78 cm
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Unknown Desks

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Teak

RARE ARMORED OFFICE DRAWER Indo-Portuguese, from the 17th century
Located in Madrid, ES
RARE ARMORED OFFICE DRAWER Indo-Portuguese, from the 17th century. in teak, ebony and sissoo. Ornamented with rosettes, fleurs-de-lis and quartered shield ...
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17th Century Portuguese Renaissance Antique Unknown Desks

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Wood

Calen Desk by Madheke
Located in Geneve, CH
Calen desk by Madheke. Dimensions: D 90 x W 210 x H 78.5 cm. Materials: leather, wood, veneer, metal. Classic leather front and upper, dead matte veneer, bronzed metal detailing...
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2010s Indian Modern Unknown Desks

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Metal

Restored Mid-Century Modern Writers Desk in Walnut with Leather Top, USA, 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing an extraordinary writer's desk fresh out of our restoration shop. Originally built in the 1960's this minimalist desk has undergone a comprehensive and transformative re...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks

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Leather, Walnut

Modernist Tubular Steel Desk, Glossy Lacquered Wood, Plated Metal, Customizable
Located in Berlin, DE
Modernist tubular steel desk in glossy lacquered wood and plated metal, c. 1950. The wood finish is customizable, delivery time c. 8-12 weeks.
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2010s German Modern Unknown Desks

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Metal

PORTUGUESE PAPER STATIONERY 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
STATIONERY D. JOSÉ 18th Century 19th century Portuguese. in chestnut wood, with two drawers and three drawers. Folding lid with drawers and bins. Signs of use. Dim.: 140 x 115 x ...
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18th Century Portuguese Renaissance Antique Unknown Desks

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Wood

French, Mid-19th Century Empire-Style Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-19th century The petite mahogany knee-hole desk with a central drawer and two slender drawers on each side, with gilt-bronze mounts and inset tooled green leather writing su...
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Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Unknown Desks

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Bronze

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone Lacquered Writing Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

Past Medium Office Desk by Pastform
Located in Geneve, CH
Past Medium Office Desk by Pastform Dimensions: D 70 x W 130 x H 76 cm. Materials: Stained and varnished wood. Available in different wood color finishes: Whiskey, Rum, BPA, Nobel, ...
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2010s Polish Post-Modern Unknown Desks

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Wood

Bar Medium Desk by Pastform
Located in Geneve, CH
Bar Medium Desk by Pastform Dimensions: D 55 x W 120 x H 76 cm. Materials: Stained and varnished wood. Available in different wood color finishes: Whiskey, Rum, BPA, Nobel, Brandy, ...
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2010s Polish Post-Modern Unknown Desks

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Wood

Antique English Painted Desk
Located in Cambridge, US
England, ca. late 19th century. A charming and perfectly rustic desk right out of a Cotswold cottage. Features sturdy pine construction with waxed top and ochre-painted sides. Five d...
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Late 19th Century English Rustic Antique Unknown Desks

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Pine, Paint

Newly Refinished - American Studio Craft Organic Modern Desk or Console Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished Materials: Light-Walnut Stained Maple Style: American Studio Craft This American Studio Craft desk or console table, crafted in the 1950s, embodies t...
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1950s American Other Vintage Unknown Desks

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Maple

Antique Victorian Mahogany Stationary Box w. Perpetual Calendar, Bramah Improved
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and mint condition, antique desk or table piece. This rare and beautifully crafted Victorian luxury letter box is a true testament to 19th-century craftsmanship and ingenuity. Made from rich, solid wood with a deep, warm patina, it blends functional design with timeless elegance. More than just a storage piece, this is a refined system for organizing correspondence, complete with a built-in perpetual calendar and integrated writing panel. Behind the sleek double doors—one of which locks with its key—you’ll find a cleverly designed interior fitted with multiple compartments for letters, documents, and notes. At the top is a charming perpetual calendar with original sliders displaying the day, date, and month—an eye-catching and practical feature. What truly sets this piece apart are the two fold-out panels inside each door. One features a removable writing surface, ideal for jotting down notes with a pencil or crayon. The opposite panel includes straps for securing cards or memos. In addition, there are hidden drawers and compartments for pens, stamps, or other stationery, making this a uniquely functional piece for both historical display and modern-day use. The box features two front doors—one with its original Bramah lock, marked “Bramah Improved”, a renowned name in high-security locks since the 18th century.—perhaps a postmaster, a ship's purser, or a gentleman's estate office. So, if you would rather sit down and write someone a real letter or postcard then, in our view, you will be the right custodian for this stylish and beautifully made antique. Mind you, our fair price for this great value for money antique even includes perfect packing and also worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 days. Maximum width x height x depth when closed: 16.2 x 14.4 x 10.1 inches. Ideal for: *Collectors of antique desk accessories or postal items. *Interior decorators looking for a unique office or library statement piece. *A refined and functional letter organizer. *An exceptional gift for lovers of history and craftsmanship. . We are driven by a passion for uniqueness, timeless, quality, stylish design, and the enduring craftsmanship of the past. Every purchase is carefully and thoughtfully packed — and we look forward to serving you (again). To explore all our 1000+ listings, simply click the button labeled 'View All From Seller'. Tags, Victorian letter box, antique desk organizer...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Unknown Desks

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Brass

Amazing Louis XV Style Bridge Desk 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Amazing Louis XV style bridge desk 19th century France with geometric marquetry made of rosewood and lemongrass. In excellent condition. Measurements: 84 x 44 x 68 cm.
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Unknown Desks

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Wood

Bargueño or desk with bridge base. Wood, metal. Spanish school, 17th c
Located in Madrid, ES
Bargueño or wastepaper basket with bridge base. Wood, metal. Spanish school, 17th century. In need of some restoration. Bargueño or covered waste-paper basket placed on a support ...
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17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Unknown Desks

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Other

Rustic Americana Black Faux Bamboo Desk or Makeup Vanity with Stool
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Rustic Americans sprayed black faux bamboo desk or vanity with small seat stool. Stool 20 x 15 x 15 seat height
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1960s American Rustic Vintage Unknown Desks

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Faux Bamboo

Turn of the Century Carlton House Desk
Located in Pasadena, TX
Inlaid Mahogany Turn of the Century Desk 1905 Mahogany Carlton House style desk. Moulded and curved upper section with three quarter pierced...
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Unknown Desks

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Walnut

Teak Desk, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Teak desk made in Denmark in the 1960s. There are 6 spacious drawers at the front, and at the back of the bar. Very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: H 73...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Unknown Desks

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Teak

Swedish Jugend Stil Desk
Located in New York, NY
Suitably sized for reception area or a home office, this solid mahogany and fir desk has the gravitas necessary to impress. No nonsense Jugend design calls attention to the clean lin...
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Early 1900s Swedish Jugendstil Antique Unknown Desks

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Mahogany

19th Century Old Italian Surprise Bar
Located in Madrid, ES
Old Italian surprise bar from the nineteenth century, in light fruit woods-it has a tray lifting system that is stored inside and is movable. It is decora...
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19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Unknown Desks

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Wood

Gemini Medium Desk by Pastform
Located in Geneve, CH
Gemini Medium Desk by Pastform Dimensions: D 55 x W 120 x H 76 cm. Materials: Stained and varnished wood. Available in different wood color finishes: Whiskey, Rum, BPA, Nobel, Brand...
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2010s Polish Post-Modern Unknown Desks

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Wood

Teak desk, Danish design, 1960s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Double-sided teak desk produced in Scandinavia in the 1960s. It has 6 spacious drawers. At the back, a lockable compartment and shelves for books. After wood renovation. One key i...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Unknown Desks

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Teak

Desk, Denmark, 1960s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Danish teak desk from the 1960s. Desk in very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: height 75 cm / width 139 cm / depth 69 cm
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Unknown Desks

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Teak

Danish Teak Desk, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Danish desk, teak, 1960s Very good condition. Origin: Denmark Dimensions: height: 74 cm, width: 145 cm, depth: 75 cm   
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Unknown Desks

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Teak

Small Modernist Writing Table, Chromed Steel, Veneered/ Lacquered Wood, Bespoke
Located in Berlin, DE
Small modernist writing table made of chrome plated tubular steel, stained/ veneered/ lacquered wood. The table can be customized and is available in different amounts. Delivery time...
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2010s German Bauhaus Unknown Desks

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Metal, Chrome

David Desk by Pastform
Located in Geneve, CH
David Desk by Pastform Dimensions: D 61,5 x W 140 x H 78 cm. Materials: Stained and varnished wood. Available in different wood color finishes and combinations: Whiskey, Rum, Nobel,...
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2010s Polish Post-Modern Unknown Desks

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Wood

Desk in rosewood of high quality Danish design from around the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Desk in rosewood of high quality Danish design from around the 1960s. Dimensions in cm: H:72 W:150 D:75
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks

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Rosewood

Desk, Danish design, 1960s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Danish desk from the 1960s Very good condition. After Renovation Wood: teak Dimensions: H 73 cm / W 130 cm / D. 70.5 cm.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Unknown Desks

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Teak

Woa Desk by Culto Ponsoda
Located in Geneve, CH
Woa Desk by Culto Ponsoda Dimensions: D 76 x W 160 x H 80 cm Materials: Velvet, wood, gold stainless steel, iron, glass. Available in other colors and finishes. Please contact us....
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2010s Spanish Post-Modern Unknown Desks

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Stainless Steel, Iron

ENGLISH CYLINDER DESK 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
ENGLISH CYLINDER DESK 19th Century in mahogany wood and mahogany root. With drop lid, top partially covered in leather, interior with drawers, b...
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19th Century English Chippendale Antique Unknown Desks

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Mahogany

Important and Rare Joseph Bertin - Milan - Ebene Desk 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Joseph Bertin - Milan - Ebene Desk 19th Century Magnificent ebene desk by the cabinetmaker Joseph Bertin from the 19th century with the manufacturer's signature and stamp. This des...
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19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Unknown Desks

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Wood

Executive desk by Trau Arredamenti Metallici S.P.A, 1960s
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
This executive desk, designed by Trau Arredamenti Metallici S.P.A. in the 1960s, is a versatile two-piece design that can be configured as a single L-shaped workstation or used as tw...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Unknown Desks

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Metal

Gemini Large Desk by Pastform
Located in Geneve, CH
Gemini Large Desk by Pastform Dimensions: D 55 x W 140 x H 76 cm. Materials: Stained and varnished wood. Available in different wood color finishes: Whiskey, Rum, BPA, Nobel, Brandy...
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2010s Polish Post-Modern Unknown Desks

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Wood

Large Desk by Pastform
Located in Geneve, CH
1960 Large Desk by Pastform Dimensions: D 50 x W 120 x H 76 cm. Materials: Stained and varnished wood. Available in different wood color finishes and combinations: Edel/Schwarz, Rum...
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2010s Polish Post-Modern Unknown Desks

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Wood

Mid Century Wooden Danish Desk
Located in Basildon, London
Introduce a touch of timeless elegance to your home office with our Mid Century Wooden Danish Desk. Crafted from high-quality wood, this desk boasts a sleek and minimalist design tha...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Desks

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Wood

Bona Large Desk by Pastform
Located in Geneve, CH
Bona Large Desk by Pastform Dimensions: D 73,5 x W 144 x H 76 cm. Materials: Stained and varnished wood. Available in different wood color finishes and combinations: Whiskey, Rum, N...
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2010s Polish Post-Modern Unknown Desks

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Wood

Unknown desks for sale on 1stDibs.

Unknown desks are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Unknown desks, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 37 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 10 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original desks by Unknown were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. Prices for Unknown desks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,195 and can go as high as $27,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,500.
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