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Midcentury Drafting Desk
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1970's American drafting desk veneered in bronze and nickel-plated plates. Opening top and
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Vintage 1960s American Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze, Nickel

Midcentury Drafting Desk
Midcentury Drafting Desk
H 36 in W 61.25 in D 28.5 in
Industrial Modern Wrought Iron Tilt Top Drafting Desk / Table
By Jorge A. Marien
Located in Weymouth, MA
Extraordinary modern wrought iron and glass tilt top drafting desk/table. Glass top is framed by
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21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique Slant-Front Drafting Desk Writing Table
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and exceptionally inlaid antique slant-front drafting desk. circa 1900 Hand-crafted in the
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Early 20th Century Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

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Felt, Ebony, Burl, Rosewood, Palisander, Maple, Mahogany, Kingwood

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
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Late 20th Century American Regency Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Mahogany

Midcentury Danish Teak Drafting Desk
By Nordisk Andels-Eksport
Located in Baltimore, MD
can work as a regular desktop or a professional drafting table. This is a truly unique desk. The top
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Midcentury Danish Teak Drafting Desk
Midcentury Danish Teak Drafting Desk
H 29 in W 51.5 in D 24 in
Walnut Butch Block Tilt Drafting Desk Standing Height table
Located in Baltimore, MD
industrial drafting table may be understated in its description, but it is sure to make a lasting impression
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2010s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Post- Modern Architects Drafting Desk Lamp in Tan by Electrix, Inc
Located in Plainview, NY
A Post Modern Articulating Architects Drafting Lamp in Tan, crafted by Electrix, Inc. Standing atop
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Midcentury Action Office Roll Top Desk George Nelson for H Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
Herman Miller George Nelson action office series drafting desk 1965 design This vintage roll-top
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Aluminum

Vintage Drafting Table / Desk
Located in Oakville, CT
Drafting Table Overall Dimensions: 72" x 44 1/2" x 38" - 64 1/2" high Inner Drawer Dimensions
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Mid-20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak, Pine

Vintage Drafting Table / Desk
Vintage Drafting Table / Desk
H 38 in W 72 in D 44.5 in
18th Century George III Mahogany Architect's Desk on Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
English George III mahogany architect's/drafting desk or writing table, 18th century, having an
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Antique 18th Century British George III Industrial and Work Tables

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Hardwood

Most Unusual Industrial Adjustable Architects Desk/ Drafting Table
By Hamilton
Located in Buffalo, NY
Most unusual industrial adjustable architects desk/ drafting table, amazing design and lines
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Vintage 1950s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Oak French Industrial Drafting Table Desk Tilt Steel Base
Located in Baltimore, MD
The Oak Top French Industrial Drafting Table is a thoughtfully designed and expertly crafted piece
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2010s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Rare 18th Century Georgian Period Mahogany Architect Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
as storage compartments. Architect desks, more commonly known now as drafting desks, were built for
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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique American Industrial Small Drafting Table Work Desk Cast Iron Solid Wood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American industrial small drafting table work desk cast iron hardware solid wood. Item
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Mid-20th Century North American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique 19th Century Architect's Mahogany Pedestal Desk Drafting Table 1870
Located in Portland, OR
A good and unusual 19th century antique mahogany pedestal architect's drafting table, desk, circa
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Mahogany Georgian Architect's Drafting Drawing Desk Table Chest 1780
Located in Portland, OR
A rare George II mahogany architect's desk/chest, circa 1750. The desk/ top slides forward, thus
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Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Industrial Vintage Adjustable c 1930 Cast Iron Drafting Table
Located in Hudson, NY
Industrial Vintage Adjustable c 1930 Cast Iron Drafting Table, nice early drafting table with
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Vintage 1930s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

ANCO BILT Mid 20th Century Oak & Pine Drafting Table
By Anco Bilt
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Mid 20 Century MCM drafting table by Anco Bilt. Oak & pine woods, metal mechanisms, adjustable
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Walnut Drafting Table Adjustable Lift and Tilt Steel Base
Located in Baltimore, MD
Handcrafted in Baltimore. This Marabu inspired, custom-crafted drafting table is a fully functional
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2010s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Mid-20th Century Large Maple and Oak Drafting Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large drafting table (ca. 1950s, USA) composed of a maple surface with gray and brown painted trim
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Drafting Table Cast Iron Tripod Leg Anderson Industrial Table Brooklyn
By Anderson
Located in East Hampton, NY
The drafting table is antique cast iron tripod leg with wood tilt top. Adjustable height and angle
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Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Pivoting Drafting Table, Blackened Steel and Smoked Glass, by Force/Collide
By Force/Collide
Located in Seattle, WA
Designed and made-to-order in our Seattle studio with artists, architects, drafters, designers and
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2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Bronze, Steel, Cut Steel, Iron

Very Rare Reiger Drafting Table Friso Kramer Ahrend de Cirkel, 1963
By Ahrend de Cirkel, Friso Kramer
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Very rare drafting table "Reiger" designed by Friso Kramer for Ahrend de Cirkel in 1963. The
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Cast Iron Drafting Table by A. Hoffman Co. 1910 Rochester, NY
By A. Hoffman Co.
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
1910 drafting table by A. Hoffman Co. blackened cast iron and steel with wood. Stamped "Peerless
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Antique Early 1900s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Drafting Table and Utility Cart, Blackened Steel and Gray Glass by Force/Collide
By Force/Collide
Located in Seattle, WA
Designed and made-to-order in our Seattle studio with artists, architects, drafters, designers and
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2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Bronze, Steel, Cut Steel, Sheet Metal

Fitted Drafting Set in a Stingray Case, 19th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
Includes 3 boxwood rulers and Calipers and misc. Tools.
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Antique Industrial Cast Iron Drafting / Drawing Table by Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
By Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
Located in Buffalo, NY
1920s American eagle drawing table by Keuffel & Esser Co. Overall dimensions: 32″ x 51″ Height range when top is flat: 37″ – 48″ Materials: Cast Iron & wood
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

MCM Danish Teak Desk by Nordisk Andels Eksport 1970s
By Nordisk Andels-Eksport
Located in Carmel, NY
professional drafting table, making it a truly one-of-a-kind piece. The desk's top is skillfully fashioned
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Vintage 1970s Danish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

1970s Table M1 by Stefan Wewerka for Tecta, Bauhaus Desk
By Stefan Wewerka
Located in Neuss, NW
Versatile table in Bauhaus design. Model M1 by Stefan Wewerka for Tecta. Draft from 1979. High
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Vintage 1970s German Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ash

1970s Table M1 by Stefan Wewerka for Tecta, Bauhaus Desk
By Stefan Wewerka
Located in Neuss, NW
Versatile table in Bauhaus design. Model M1 by Stefan Wewerka for Tecta. Draft from 1979. High
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Vintage 1970s German Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ash

19th C. English Architect's Mahogany Desk w/Leather Writing Pad & Dual Tilt Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous English architect's desk with green leather writing pad and dual tilt top from the 19th
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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Leather, Mahogany

Antique French Ecritoire Desk in Burled Elm, circa 1830
Located in Dallas, TX
write up documents, drafts, or letters. The true beauty of this desk lies in the top face, or lid
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Antique Early 19th Century French Desk Sets

Materials

Metal, Brass

18th Century Italian Provincial Carve Knee Hole Desk
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A hand carved walnut or fruitwood Italian desk. The desk with a center drawer with three side
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Antique 18th Century Italian Desks

Materials

Walnut

Erik Wørts Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Desk & Armchair
By Erik Wørts
Located in Norwalk, CT
. Whether you're drafting, dreaming, or simply admiring its beauty, this Erik Wørts Rosewood Desk and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

20th Century Danish Teak Desk By Peter Løvig Nielsen
By Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in High Point, NC
drafting, writing, or brainstorming, this Peter Løvig Nielsen desk offers a blend of sophistication and
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20th Century Danish Desks

Materials

Teak

Johann Tapp Custom Built Art Deco era Cartoonist Desk with Hidden Compartments
By Johan Tapp
Located in Ferndale, MI
Custom Built Art Deco desk attributed to Johann Tapp of Chicago . Built for Chicago Tribune
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Desks

Materials

Chrome

Original Pierre Jeanneret Partners Desk from the Offices of Chandigarh, India
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Original Pierre Jeanneret 'X' Leg Desk from the Offices of Chandigarh, India Designed by Le
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Antique English Cylinder-Top Pedestal Desk with Green Leather & Finished Back
Located in Miami, FL
A more compact version of a classic model, this functional pedestal desk in light, golden oak is
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Desks

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Oak

Pierre Jeanneret X desk with a Model Pj Si 30A Committee Chair, Chandigarh, 60s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Highclere, Newbury
An original Pierre Jeanneret X frame teak and leather Administrative Desk from the Civic buildings
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Aluminum

Paolo Parigi
By Giovanni Paolo Panini
Located in London, Lambeth
Drafting table or desk. Designed by Paolo Parigi for Heron Parigi, 1975 Italy. Structure in black
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Paolo Parigi
Paolo Parigi
H 38.19 in W 39.38 in D 31.89 in
1930's Architect's Table with Drawer
Located in Dallas, TX
1930's wood architects table with stone inlay and drawer for drawing and drafting supplies
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Vintage 1930s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

1930s Fabulous Industrial Adjustable Wood Table Hand Crank Metal Base
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Hand Crank Metal Base Adjustable height useful as Lectern, Drafting, Music Stand, Server, Writing Table
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Vintage 1930s Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Very Rare Antique Biedermeier Walnut Architect's Drawing Table, Commode or Chest
Located in Lisse, NL
desk, a drafting table, a folio stand or as a standing desk. The walnut veneer that was used has some
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Antique 19th Century European Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Emancipation Proclamation Inkstand - 19th Century Heavily Chased Brass
Located in Atlanta, GA
President Abraham Lincoln sat at a desk in the War Department telegraph office and with this inkstand began
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Rococo Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Sterling Silver Globe Inkwell Centerpiece by Tiffany & Co.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
draft important correspondence. The base of the inkwell centerpiece bears a finely engraved
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

18th Century Silver Inkwell by James Young
By James Young
Located in New Orleans, LA
James Young. Of exceptional size and quality, this large inkwell is perfectly appointed to draft
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Inkwells

Materials

Silver

Pair of Vintage Adjustable Toledo Chairs, c. 1950's
By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
Located in Napa, CA
Pair of adjustable Toledo Metal Furniture Co. chairs for drafting, office, or university, circa mid
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Vintage 1950s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Georgian Mahogany Metamorphic Chest
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A rare English Georgian Mahogany Metamorphic Chest with a slide out drawer that reveals a drafting
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Antique 18th Century English George III Desks

Materials

Brass, Iron

Vintage Anco Bilt Cast Iron and Wood Drafting Table/Desk c.1950
By Anco Bilt
Located in San Francisco, CA
and brackets. The table can be used as a tall dining table, standing desk or drafting table. The top
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

19th Century French Walnut Drafting Table or Standing Desk with Maker’s Label
By E. Chouanard
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late nineteenth century French walnut adjustable architect’s drafting table features the
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Antique Late 19th Century French Tray Tables

Materials

Bronze

Vintage F. Weber Co Pine Wood and Cast Iron Adjustable Drafting Table Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage F. Weber Co. Oak, Pine, and Cast Iron Adjustable Drafting Table. Item features a desirable
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Early 20th Century Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Original Keuffel and Esser Drafting Table
By Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This impressive drafting table boasts a signature X- shape iron base, perfect for use as a standing
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Furniture

Materials

Iron

Drafting Table Base with Marble Top
Located in Sheffield, MA
swivel. (Hospital bedside table, lectern, podium, music stand, desk, writing desk, night stands). base
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Antique Late 19th Century Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Iron

Large Industrial Antique Drafting Table by Dietzgen
By Dietzgen
Located in Hudson, NY
Large Industrial Antique Drafting Table by Dietzgen. A large model with wonderful patina on top
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Vintage 1940s European Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Adjustable Drafting Table on Cast Iron Base
Located in Sheffield, MA
, desk, writing desk, night stands).
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Antique Late 19th Century Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Metal

Antique Hamilton Mfg. Co. Drafting Table with Footrest c.1930
Located in San Francisco, CA
, desk or drafting table. The top swivels at any angle and from either side. The whole table can be
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

Hala Style Red Aluminum Industrial Drafting Lamp w/ Chrome Stem & Clamp
By Hala Zeist, Josef Hurka
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cool Hala style Industrial clamp on desk lamp with red enameled aluminum shade and adjustable
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Vintage 1960s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

H.E. Smith Company Oak Adjustable Trestle Base Drafting Easel Drawing Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage H. E. Smith Company industrial drafting table or architectural desk with wooden trestle
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20th Century Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Oak

Articulated Green Glass Square Tube Desk Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a beautiful telescoping drafting/art table lamp. The base has a clamp for mounting
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Important Vladimir Kagan Rosewood Brass Dresser, Desk Unit, 1950s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
the Kagan Family Custom Dresser and Desk, Vladimir Kagan Designs, Inc., USA, circa 1950. Designed by
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

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Drafting Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic drafting desk available at 1stDibs. A drafting desk — often made from metal, wood and iron — can elevate any home. Find 195 options for an antique or vintage drafting desk now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the drafting desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A drafting desk made by Industrial designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. Ahrend de Cirkel, Friso Kramer and Wim Rietveld each produced at least one beautiful drafting desk that is worth considering.

How Much is a Drafting Desk?

A drafting desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,109, while the lowest priced sells for $55 and the highest can go for as much as $26,000.