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Desks For Sale
Period: Late 20th Century
Period: 1950s
Gio Ponti Attributed Desk
By Gio Ponti
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare Gio Ponti attributed desk - Italy, 1950s
Gorgeous from every angle with floating top and drawers and angular scissor legs
Constructed of oak wood and original black top
In...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Desks
Materials
Oak, Laminate
Beautiful Modern Solid Mahogany Desk with 4 Leather Front Oak Drawers
By Ralph Lauren
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful modern style of Ralph Lauren solid mahogany desk with 4 leather front drawers. Very High end woodwork and construction. Diamond Wood pattern on desk top. Very high end clear gloss lacquer finish. smooth metal drawer slides on solid Oak drawers with leather fronts and brass key accents. shows little wear to desk surface. No Labels or Tags. Previous owners claimed it was a Ralph Lauren desk...
Category
1990s American Modern Desks
Materials
Leather, Mahogany, Oak
50° Desk at the Alvear Palace Hotel in Argentina
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Wood desk from the 50s,
One drawer is fixed, it was used to hide a safe underneath
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you h...
Category
1950s Argentine Space Age Vintage Desks
Materials
Wood
Post Modern Burl and Steel Mezzaluna Desk by Leon Rosen for Pace c 1970/80's
Located in New York, NY
Stunning executive desk designed by Leon Rosen for The Pace Collection, circa 1970-1980's. The desk features a large semi circular top of stunning burl veneer, two side drawers also ...
Category
1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Steel
1950s Italian Writing Desk
By Gio Ponti
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1950s Italian writing desk in the manner of Gio Ponti
Wonderfully constructed of beechwood with original kelly green laminate top.
Great hardware...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Desks
Materials
Laminate, Beech
Henredon Scene II Mid Century Burlwood Executive Desk
By Henredon
Located in Countryside, IL
Henredon Scene II Mid Century Burlwood Executive Desk
This desk measures: 70 wide x 34 deep x 30 high, with a chair clearance of 24 inches
Al...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Burl
Vintage Boho 1950s Ritts Company “Tropitan” Desk
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Boho desk. Made by the coveted Ritts Company of California. The “Tropitan” model with a three shelf design. Rattan trim and laminate top ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Desks
Materials
Rattan, Laminate
Desk with Solid Oak Top and Hairpin Leggs, Merino Wool and Metal Chair, 1950's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Desk with solid Oak top and steel hairpin legs with Merino wool and steel chair, 1950's.
desk size: 80cmx140cmx77,5cm
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Metal
1970s Wicker and Wooden Dressing Table with Drawers and Mirrors
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Wicker and Wooden Dressing Table with Drawers and Mirrors
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Desks
Materials
Wicker, Wood
William Sklaroff Uniplane Desk, 1971 USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning fiberglass desk by William Sklaroff for Vecta. Made in 1971. Two rosewood drawers flank each side of desk with a rosewood panel running along the backside. Great display pie...
Category
1970s American Vintage Desks
Materials
Fiberglass, Rosewood
Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut Boomerang Executive Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut Boomerang Executive Desk
This desk measures: 103.5 wide x 41.75 deep x 28.75 high, with a chair clearance of 27.5 inches
All pieces of furnitu...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Walnut
Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Model EP 401 MCM Danish Rosewood Executive Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Model EP 401 Mid Century Danish Rosewood Executive Desk
This desk measures: 61 wide x 29.5 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance of 27 inches
All ...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Chrome
Midcentury Desk Organizer by Børge Mogensen, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Original desk organizer designed by Maa. Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson in the 1950s. Made in Denmark. Great condition.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Beech, Oak
Maitland Smith Barrel Top Burled Wood Secretary Desk
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A barrel top burled wood secretary desk from Maitland Smith. A timeless piece of elegance and functionality. Elevate your workspace with the exquisite s...
Category
Late 20th Century Desks
Materials
Wood
Vintage 1970's Grand Asian style Rolltop Desk/ Writing Desk
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Beautiful Vintage Mid Century 1970's Grand Rolltop Writing Desk with Asian Flair. Beautifully carved. will convert to a standard writing desk by t...
Category
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Wood
Giuseppe Pagano: Eight Drawer Desk in Fruitwood and Brass, Italy 1940
Located in New York, NY
Giuseppe Pagano (1896 - 1945)
An imposing eight-drawer desk by rationalist architect and designer Giuseppe Pagano, in fruitwood with mahogany-stained trim and polished brass hand...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Large French Campaign Style Iron w Leather Top & Apron by Maitland Smith
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous large iron desk with embossed leather top and apron by Maitland Smith. Iron with arrow decoration as side supports along with gilt brass accents on the legs. The iron is lac...
Category
1970s Philippine Neoclassical Revival Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass, Iron
Modern Teak Desk Bookcase By Svend Madsen For Falster
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid century modern teak desk by Svend Madsen for Falster. Desk has six drawers with tow locking drawers with key. Contoured drawer pulls and dove tail drawer construction. No stains ...
Category
1970s European Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Teak
Peter Lovig Mid Century Teak Executive Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
Peter Lovig Mid Century Teak Executive Desk
This desk measures: 59.75 wide x 30.5 deep x 28.75 high, with a chair clearance of 27.5 inches
All pieces of furniture can be had in wha...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Teak
Art Deco Desk Writing Table Shaped Roaring Twenties Interiors
Located in Potters Bar, GB
This really is one of our most eye catching acquisitions of late
Beautiful art deco style desk with a unique shape and design
Very comfortable to sit at with curved design and lots o...
Category
1980s Art Deco Vintage Desks
Materials
Satinwood
Alfonso Marina Chippendale Carved Pine Secretary Desk With Bookcase Hutch Top
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Georgian or Chippendale style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top
By Alfonso Marina
Mexico, 1998
Gorgeous carved pine, with original brass har...
Category
1990s American Chippendale Desks
Materials
Brass
Jasper Cabinet Georgian Red Lacquered Drop Front Secretary Desk With Hutch
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top
By Jasper Cabinet Co.
USA, Circa 1970s
Carve...
Category
1970s American Georgian Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
1970's Ultra Modern Off White Writing Desk
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Ultra Modern Off White Writing Desk. Composed of Melamine. This is a really beautiful Modern desk.
Category
1970s Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Composition
Tracks writing desk, by Naghi Habib for Bernini, 1999
By Naghi Habib
Located in Misinto, IT
The Tracks writing desk, designed by Naghi Habib in 1999, is part of a product family created for Bernini, based on the concept of an elegant home that caters to the modern need for ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Desks
Materials
Wood
Leon Rosen Lacquered Executive Desk For Pace, USA
Located in Toronto, ON
Large stunning desk (model 7990) in Zebra wood with tubular polished stainless steel base by The Pace Collection, American 1970's. There are 3 drawers. Original label on
inside of on...
Category
1970s American Vintage Desks
Materials
Zebra Wood
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Desk
This desk measures: 52 wide x 28 deep x 28.25 high, with a chair clearance of 24.75 inches
All ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Walnut
Tove and Edvard Kindt Larsen for Thorald Madsens Mid Century Danish Teak Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
Tove and Edvard Kindt Larsen for Thorald Madsens Mid Century Danish Teak Desk
This desk measures: 47.5 wide x 29 deep x 28.75 high, with a chair clearance of 24 inches
All pieces o...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Teak
Jack Freiden for Pace Mid Century Burlwood and Chrome Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
Jack Freiden for Pace Mid Century Burlwood and Chrome Desk
This desk measures: 72 wide x 34 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 25 inches
All pieces of furniture can be had i...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Chrome
1970 Mid Century Modern Elegant Ladies Writing Desk
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Mid Century Modern Elegant Ladies Writing Desk. Single center drawer. Beautiful wood.
Category
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Wood
Knoll Albini Desk, Vintage 1990s Model
By Knoll, Franco Albini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Knoll Albini Desk, Vintage 1990s Model
A vintage 1990s Knoll Albini desk, a timeless piece of furniture that pays homage to the minimalist design ethos of Franco Albini's iconic 1928 desk. This 48-inch wide by 26-inch deep desk...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Desks
Materials
Chrome
Writers Desk in Oak w/ Acid Etched Bronze Frame by Harry Lunstead Designs, 1970s
Located in Deland, FL
Simultaneously minimal and stylish this exceptional writers desk, designed by Harry Lundstead, is the very epitome of Modern Contemporary Design. With its sleek, thoughtful and hidde...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Bronze
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Mid Century Executive Oak Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Mid Century Executive Oak Desk
This desk measures: 84.25 wide x 33 deep x 29.25 inches high, with a ch...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Oak
Thomasville Allegro Faux Bamboo Desk
By Thomasville
Located in Redding, CT
Thomasville Allegro Faux Bamboo Desk. Classic two drawer coastal style desk with faux bamboo accents. The perfect ladies writing desk with two upper drawers. Perfect size! Not too bi...
Category
1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Desks
Materials
Paint, Wood
California Studio Sculpted Walnut Executive Desk by Anthony Khan
By Anthony Kahn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Ebony, Walnut
Monumental Ebony and Chrome Executive Desk
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage executive desk designed in the United States, circa 1970s. This refinished desk is extremely attractive to any viewer due to the versatility of the design and the elegance of...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Steel, Chrome
American Crafted Walnut and Oak Desk Attributed to Lou Hodges
By Lou Hodges
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous American crafted walnut and oak desk attributed to Lou Hodges, designed in United States, circa 1970s. With its gracefully arched and cu...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Oak, Walnut
1970s 4ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a 1970s vintage Herman Miller Action Office desk, designed by George Nelson. This is a classic example of Nelson's work with great emphasis on simplicity and functionality. It has cast aluminum legs and basket-like pull-out drawers.
We have multiple Action Office desks in stock...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Aluminum
Minimalist Brazilian Rosewood and Chrome Desk in the style of Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Incredibly stunning Danish minimalist desk, with a style calling to mid-century modern icon Milo Baughman, c.1970s.
Rich Brazilian rosewood grain, supported by a sturdy chrome base. The desk features three drawers for storage, with a cut detail below the drawers for easy access. The desk is fully finished - back included - providing an elegant 360 degree viewing, making it perfect for an open space...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Chrome
Restored Nanna Ditzel for Søren Willadsen Rosewood 4-Drawer Desk Made in Denmark
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This desk was designed in the early 1950s by esteemed designer Nanna Ditzel for production by Søren Willadsen. Ditzel studied design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts with oth...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Rosewood
Stainless Steel and Burl Wood Desk by Leon Rosen for Pace, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A monumental Demi Lune Executive's Desk designed by Leon Rosen for Pace. This stunning desk has matchbook burl wood veneer which creates a beautiful surface. The warmth of the wood w...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Stainless Steel
MMG Desk by George Nelson Associates, 1950s
Located in 성동구, KR
The MMG desk, which was produced for a short period of only 5 years, was designed with 22 parts in a modular form that can be combined according to the user's choice.
It is often wr...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Steel
1980s Gilbert Rohde Style Green Italian Oval Marble Desk
Located in Bensalem, PA
Exquisite desk in the manner of Gilbert Rohde features an amazing green Italian oval marble top which sits on 2 bronze half moon pedestals also has a s...
Category
1980s Post-Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Marble
Georgian Cherry Wood Drop Front Secretary Desk With Bookcase Hutch
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Georgian or Chippendale style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top
USA, Late 20th Century
Gorgeous carved solid cherry wood, with original brass...
Category
Late 20th Century American Georgian Desks
Materials
Brass
1970s 6ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original 1970s Herman Miller Action Office desk with two drawers, designed by George Nelson and Robert Probst. This is a delightful...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Laminate, Oak
1970s 6ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original 1970s Herman Miller Action Office desk with two drawers, designed by George Nelson and Robert Probst. This is a delightful...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Laminate, Oak
Pierre Jeanneret / Le Corbusier "Pigeon Hole" Mid Century Wooden Desk, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and collectible "pigeon hole" wooden desk for the administrative building in Chandigarh, India designed by Pierre Jeanneret...
Category
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Leather, Teak
Mastercraft Semicircular Desk, 1970s
By Mastercraft
Located in Marietta, GA
Good looking semicircular desk by Mastercraft. ( no label) Their pieces are very distinctive, and easily recognizable. Solid brass , open legs with...
Category
1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Jens Risom Mid Century Corner Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Corner Desk
This desk measures: 68 wide x 72.5 deep x 28.25 high, with a chair clearance of 25 inches
The return ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Executive Brass and Walnut Desk
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage executive brass and walnut desk, designed in USA, circa 1950’s. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this desk features meticulous design and minimalist bras...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Mid century vintage Italian renaissance revival secretaries desk
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid-20th century vintage handmade Italian renaissance revival secretaries desk. This secretaries desk features is original keys...
Category
1950s Italian Renaissance Revival Vintage Desks
Materials
Wood
1970s 4ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original 1970s Herman Miller Action Office desk with two drawers, designed by George Nelson and Robert Probst. This is a delightful...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Laminate, Oak, Wood
Italian Mid-Century Modern Petite Desk Designed by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Stylish Italian Mid-Century Modern petite desk elegantly named "Dattilo" in wood teak designed by Vittorio Dassi, from the 1950s. The drawer front is very elegant, inspired by the co...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Pencil Reed Executive Desk in the Style of Karl Springer, USA 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the Pencil Reed Executive Desk in the Style of Karl Springer, USA 1970's – a timeless piece that exudes sophistication and elegance. This wooden desk boasts a sleek desig...
Category
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Industrial 3-Piece Office Set with Desk by Norman Bel Geddes
Located in Lafayette, IN
Three pieces of iconic mid-century industrial design combine to complete this fantastic home-office suite.
- Simmons dresser/desk (by renowned designer Norman Bel Geddes)
- Goof Form desk chair
- Dazor desk lamp...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Vintage Danish Mid Century Large Rosewood Desk - 072315
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Has a discoloration on the top. Please see pictures
Vintage Danish mid-century modern, made in the 1950's - Recently refurbished
The piece is more than 65+ years old and some wear ...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Rosewood
Late 20th Century Vintage Regency Chinoiserie Mirrored Secretary Desk
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning vintage Regency Secretary desk. Beautiful hand painted Chinoiserie detail on a saffron yellow background. Beautiful mirrored doors with a beveled edge. Lots of great littl...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Desks
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Ebonized and Lacquered Graceful Writing Desk
Located in Locust Valley, NY
An ebonized and lacquered mahogany desk from Kravet Furniture. The writing desk features graceful lines, curved and tapered legs and a single drawer with a round, nickel drawer pull...
Category
Late 20th Century Desks
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage and Antique Desks for Sale — Shop Handcrafted Mid-Century Modern Desks, Art Deco Desks and Other Desks and Tables on 1stDibs
There’s no reason that the corner of your home you’ve dedicated to work shouldn’t also reflect your personality and sense of style. A collection of unique vintage and antique desks can be found on 1stDibs today.
The right desk can be a good fit for your space and help keep you organized when you need it most. For many, the word “desk” can have a negative connotation. Derived from the Latin desca, meaning “table to write on,” the word can understandably evoke memories of stuffy classrooms or monotonous workdays.
As working from home has become more widespread for part of the workforce, many professionals who work remotely park themselves at the dining-room table or at the kitchen countertop to do so. If you’ve got the space, it's healthy to set aside an area in your home designated for work. A good desk can keep you on track and keep your newly minted home office free of clutter and distractions.
Within your own walls, an office area can be both personal and productive, decorated exactly to your taste or just an unobtrusive addition that aligns with the energy of the space as is. When shopping for a desk, keep height, space and specs in mind. It’s helpful to know if you’ll need the desk to offer storage, such as drawers or a hutch, or if it should fit alongside your bedroom wall as cleanly as possible.
An antique writing desk, for example, will offer a spacious, streamlined work experience with a desktop that affords real estate for your notebooks, pens, laptop and research materials. Secretary desks reveal small inner storage compartments — pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers — when their hinged leaves are folded out.
Maybe you'd prefer a vintage mid-century modern desk that seamlessly incorporates drawers for storage.
Nebraska-born designer Don S. Shoemaker became inspired by Mexico’s tropical woods, such as cocobolo, a Mexican rosewood, and he decided to work with the material in the postwar years to create desks and other furnishings. Elsewhere, made according to the same high standards as the company’s chairs, celebrated mid-century manufacturer Herman Miller produced desks over the years in a number of versions, created by designers like George Nelson, Gilbert Rohde and Bruce Burdick.
Whether you want a dramatic rolltop-style furnishing akin to the 18th-century secretary commissioned by Louis XVI or a contemporary piece made of everything from linoleum to fallen trees, a new desk and clever arrangement of desktop accessories can brighten the workday in any home.
For every passion project, year-end report or spontaneous million-dollar app idea, find the desk you need on 1stDibs.
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