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Creator: Unknown
French Art Nouveau Style Tiger Oak Dressing Desk, Sculpted Cabriole Legs & Heart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Tiger Oak, Original Mirror, Brass Pulls
Dimensions:
Dimensions:
54.50”H x 35”W x 21”D
Table Height: 30.25"
This French Art Nouveau...
Category
1920s American Art Nouveau Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
1950s American Colonial Revival Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
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
Category
1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Mahogany
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Brass
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Iron & Walnut Writing Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished, Patinated Iron
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Iron
Antique American Victorian Secretary Desk w/ Drop Front
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Walnut, Mahogany, Brass Skeleton Key, Patinated Brass Pulls
Style: American Victorian
This antique American Victorian secretary des...
Category
1920s American Victorian Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Walnut, Lacquer
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Fredrik Kayser
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...
Category
1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Walnut
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Desk
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Unknown Desks
Materials
Birch, Fir
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,...
Category
1810s Scandinavian Biedermeier Antique Unknown Desks
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.
Category
2010s German Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
Metal
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.
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Category
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Unknown Desks
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Teak
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...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Oak, Teak
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...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
Metal
$17,853 / item
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" ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Unknown Desks
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Italian Painted Drop-Leaf Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Style: Italian Provincial
Materials: Painted Wood
Category
1950s Italian Other Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Wood
Desk In English Style Made In Hand Polished Mahogany From 1860s
Located in Lejre, DK
Desk / Sideboard in mahogany from the 1860s. English style. H: 94 cm, W: 171 cm, D: 66.5 cm. Classic antique furniture.
— Origin: England
— Period: 1860s
— Style: English
— Material...
Category
1860s English Victorian Antique Unknown Desks
Materials
Mahogany
Louis XVI Style Mahogany Writing Desk Book Detail / Pull-Out Writing Surface
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Louis XVI Style Mahogany Writing Desk Book Detail / Pull-Out Writing Surface
Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questi...
Category
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Unknown Desks
Materials
Marble
Early Californian Monterey Spanish Ranch Style Maple Desk
By Frank Mason
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Designer: Frank Mason
Manufacturer: Mason Manufacturing
Materials: Maple, Painted Iron
Style: Californian Monterey
This early Californian Monterey desk...
Category
1930s American Other Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Iron
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...
Category
2010s German Bauhaus Unknown Desks
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Antique Desk In Birch Wood & Intarsia From 1840s
Located in Lejre, DK
Antique desk from the 1840s. Made of birch with inlay. Elegant antique furniture with a classic look.
— Period: 1840s
— Materials: Birch with inlay
— Dimensions: H: 78 cm, W: 172 cm...
Category
1840s Danish Mid-Century Modern Antique Unknown Desks
Materials
Birch
Curved Shape Top Gold Bronze Desk with Metal Frame by Ultramobili
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique, Seneca Desk Console by Ultramobili
Dimensions: W 170 x D 80 x H 75 cm
Materials: Metal frame and legs in Cloudy Bronze finish.
Desk with curved shape top, cylinder legs and...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
Metal
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...
Category
Early 1900s Swedish Jugendstil Antique Unknown Desks
Materials
Mahogany
$4,500
Curved Shape Top Glossy Red Desk with Striped Edge by Ultramobili
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique, Medea Desk Console by Ultramobili
Dimensions: W 170 x D 80 x H 75 cm
Materials: Copper glossy lacquer finish.
Writing desk with curved shape top, two cylinder legs, cylinde...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
Copper
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
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Teak
$2,758
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
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Rosewood
$2,655 Sale Price
20% Off
Contemporary Polished Steel and Black Oak Desk Console by Ultramobili
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique, Black Oak Jean Desk Console by Ultramobili
Dimensions: W 180 x D 80 x H 76 cm
Materials: Polished Steel, Black Oak.
Smooth lines of sculptural bases in polished stainless ...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
Steel
Minimalist Vanity Desk w/ Rounded Silhouette & Storage By Mondo Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This dressing vanity is a sculptural masterpiece, defined by its bold yet refined silhouette. The design features a curved, contoured top crafted from luxurious marble, supported by ...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
Marble, Metal
$7,084 Sale Price / item
20% Off
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.
Category
1930s Czech Modern Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Minimalist Vanity Desk w/ Rounded Silhouette & Storage By Mondo Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This dressing vanity is a sculptural masterpiece, defined by its bold yet refined silhouette. The design features a curved, contoured top crafted from luxurious marble, supported by ...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
Marble, Metal
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...
Category
19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Unknown Desks
Materials
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...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
Metal
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...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Unknown Desks
Materials
Bronze
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.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Teak
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
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Teak
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...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
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
...
Category
17th Century Portuguese Renaissance Antique Unknown Desks
Materials
Wood
Textured Natural Wood Desk with Support Round Leg by Ultramobili
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique, Norah Desk Console by Ultramobili
Dimensions: W 160 x D 65 x H 75 cm
Materials: Chestnut Burl with metal finish dividers and plinth.
Norah desk made in Chestnut Burl with ...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
Copper
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...
Category
19th Century English Chippendale Antique Unknown Desks
Materials
Mahogany
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
Wood
$1,614 Sale Price
30% Off
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...
Category
2010s Polish Post-Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
Wood
$4,884 / item
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Textured Natural Wood Desk with Metal Bronze Details by Ultramobili
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique, Sarah Desk Console by Ultramobili
Dimensions: W 180 x D 82 x H 76 cm
Materials: Chestnut burl texture, metal bronze finish for under top divider.
Wide legs as a storage un...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
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 ...
Category
18th Century Portuguese Renaissance Antique Unknown Desks
Materials
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...
Category
1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Birch
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...
Category
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Unknown Desks
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Metal
Black Oak Top Desk Console with White Finish Base by Ultramobili
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique, Teseo Desk Console by Ultramobili
Dimensions: W 172 x D 72 x H 75 cm
Materials: Black oak wood, Handmade white finish.
Writing desk in black oak wood and handmade white fin...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
Oak
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...
Category
1950s American Other Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Maple
Pair of French Brass Mounted Rosewood Pedestals
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of French brass mounted rosewood pedestals
Late 19th-early 20th century
Each with revolving square black marble top supported by four fluted columns,
on a square base
M...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Desks
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Laminate Desk with Integrated Bookshelf Hutch, Writing Desk
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A clean-lined Mid-Century Modern desk with an integrated laminate hutch, crafted with a soft wood-tone laminate surface, featuring a classic 1960s modular look.
Design: Mid-Century ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
Laminate
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 ...
Category
17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Unknown Desks
Materials
Other
Venice Cannaregio Desk by Morici
Located in Geneve, CH
Venice Cannaregio Desk by Morici
Dimensions: W 113 x D 65 x H 77 cm, Drawers : 42×43 H6 covered in Alcantara.
Materials: Wood, black Alcantara, inlay veneer.
Finish : Gloss brushed p...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
Wood
$6,902 / item
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...
Category
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Unknown Desks
Materials
Walnut
$2,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Late 19th Century British Victorian Walnut & Rosewood Davenport Desk
Located in Middleburg, VA
Late 19th Century British Victorian Walnut & Rosewood Davenport Desk
Beautiful piece with has a slant lift-top and side drawers for plenty of storage.
Measures:
33" H, 27" W, 24" D
Category
Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Unknown Desks
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
Venice Laguna Desk by Morici
Located in Geneve, CH
Venice Laguna Desk by Morici
Dimensions: W 113 x D 65 x H 77 cm, Drawers : 42×43 H6 covered in Alcantara.
Materials: Wood, black Alcantara, inlay veneer.
Finish : Gloss brushed polye...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
Wood
$6,902 / item
Venice Sestiere Desk by Morici
Located in Geneve, CH
Venice Sestiere Desk by Morici
Dimensions: W 113 x D 65 x H 77 cm, Drawers : 42×43 H6 covered in Alcantara.
Materials: Wood, black Alcantara, inlay veneer.
Finish : Gloss brushed pol...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Unknown Desks
Materials
Wood
$6,902 / item
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
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Unknown Desks
Materials
Teak
$3,104
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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