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Desks For Sale
Mid-Century Portuguese Olaio Desk in Wood
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Portuguese desk from the first half of the 20th century. With a robust and functional structure, representative of administrative furniture from the first half of the 20th century. T...
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Mid-20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

Mid-Century Portuguese Desk in Wood by Olaio
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Portuguese desk from the first half of the 20th century. With simple, robust lines, typical of administrative furniture from the first half of the 20th century, the piece has a symme...
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Mid-20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

No. 804 Rolltop Desk
Located in Munich, DE
Rare and unusual desk designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini. By pulling the desk top out you open the rolltop. This desk cabinet has a lot of storage space, 10 drawers at the f...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Wood

18th Century Baroque Secretaire, Lake Constance Region
Located in Belmont, MA
18th century baroque secretaire, Lake Constance region. Two-drawer body on curved square feet, foldable desk, inside six drawers, a wide shelf and a sec...
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1750s German Baroque Antique Desks

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Walnut

Multifunctional Orange Desk by Fredrik Mattson for Blå Station
Located in Pasadena, CA
Multifunctional swivel chair/desk designed by Fredrik Mattson for Blå Station, Sweden in 2001. Innovation C is now dressed up all monochrome for its 20-year anniversary! Using a ta...
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Early 2000s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Chrome

French Designer Handcrafted Connected Executive Desk in Solid Wood by C. Lecomte
Located in Landivy, FR
This minister's desk is part of the TRAPEZ collection designed by the Vendée designer Christophe Lecomte, who combines noble materials, aesthetics and uptodate office functionalities. This collection includes several desks and storage units to equip personal offices, private practices and companies. This large writing table is made of French high-valued solid and veneer ash wood sourced in sustainable managed and PEFC certified French forests. With TRAPEZ, work free and with only 1 single wire on the floor between your desk and the wall. With the integrated power strip (3 electrical plugs and 2 USB chargers), you will be able to plug your office electronical...
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2010s French Modern Desks

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Ash, Wood

Desk, 1950, Materials: Wood and Bronze, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1940 Material: Wood and bronze It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique....
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Bronze

Large 19th Century English Amboyna Burl & Brass Lapdesk
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large 19th Century English Amboyna Burl & Brass Lapdesk
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19th Century English Antique Desks

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Brass

Pierre Bloch and Charles Dudouyt Desk, 1950s
By Charles Dudouyt, La Gentilhommiere, Pierre Bloch
Located in Paris, FR
Charles Dudouyt desk crafted in oak and veneer, with extendable leaf (L:50cm). This small desk has 3 drawers and 2 shelves underneath. Designed by Pierre Bloch & Charles Dudouyt (Fre...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Oak

French Late 18th Century Louis XV Period Oak Desk/Side Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A charming and very elegant French late 18th century Louis XV period oak desk/side table. The table is raised by lovely slender cabriole legs with fine hoof feet. The apron displays ...
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Desks

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Brass

Baker Furniture Regency Burl Wood Writing Desk or Library Table, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Regency or Neoclassical style writing desk or library table By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Gorgeous burled walnut, with original brass hardware. Measures: 48"...
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1980s American Empire Vintage Desks

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Brass

Vintage Burl Wood Writing Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Make a bold and sophisticated statement with this stunning vintage Parsons-style writing desk. Masterfully crafted, this piece is defined by its dramatic, richly figured burl wood ve...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Burl

20th Century French Louis XV Inlaid Marble and Ormolu Bombe Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage French Louis XVI style commode features shaped Italian green marble-top surmounting two-drawer chest in bombe form having book matched inlay with cast bronze mounts and raise...
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20th Century French Louis XV Desks

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Marble, Bronze

Cassettone Bureau-Chest Bambocci 16century Italian Renaissance Walnut Lombardy
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
AN EXCEPTIONAL MUSEUM QUALITY, ITALIAN, RENAISANCE WALNUT CASSETTONE WITH A FITTED BUREAU IN THE UPPER PART & EXCEPTIONAL BAMBOCCI CARVING, LOMBARDY - This exceptionally rare, museum quality, piece of early furniture was conceived and crafted as an artwork of the finest quality of its time. Throughout time it has been a luxurious, statement piece which has protected it, and fortunately it has survived in virtually, original condition. - This magnificent cassettone exudes the character and quality of the finest, late-Renaissance furniture. Northern Italian Renaissance furniture often had the sides, legs or angles, 'a Bambocci', incorporating carved figures which were considered unique sculptures in their own right. - The putti on this cassettone are beautifully carved and of sculptural quality. Each angel has one arm raised to heaven, a poignant touch. - The lion’s paw feet are a classical feature and make a great statement. - This cassettone was conceived to have visual impact through the quality of the carving, as well as being very practical with the writing compartment fitted in the top part. - It has survived in very original condition with a few small repairs and losses, and the colour and patina are warm and lustrous. - This cassettone is illustrated Illustrated in C. Alberici, Il Mobile Lombardo, Milan, 1969, p. 45, one of the seminal works on Lombardy furniture, and has been in two renowned collections. The hinged top in two sections faced with a solid moulded edge. The front part has a fall front and opens to reveal a writing compartment. The fall front retains its original lock and is concealed with a false drawer which is above three drawers. All with moulded panels, escutcheons and retaining the original iron handles. The front ends have exceptional, bambocci, carved putti raising their arms to heaven above trailing foliage. Standing on magnificent lion's-head carved feet. The sides are panelled. Exceptional original colour and patina. Literature : Illustrated in C. Alberici, Il Mobile Lombardo, Milan, 1969, p. 45. A Gonzalez-Palacois, Il mobile in Liguria, Genova, 1996 illustrates related pieces Measures: Length 147 ½ cm. 58 in, height 104 cm. 41 in, depth 75 cm. 29½ in, Provenance: Coll. Private Azzate The Collection of Sandro and Lidia Orsi, Ca’ Mera, Varese. Regarded as one of the most beautiful homes in Lombardy, Ca’ Mera, the country house of Sandro and Lidia Orsi was filled with beautiful objects from many different epochs. A renowned antiquarian from Milan, over his lifetime Sandro and his wife Lidia revived the Renaissance and Baroque character of the house and instilled their own unique vision into the interiors, which culminated with the creation of a Kunst – or Wunderkammer. “I have never seen such an example of poetical taste”, Sir John Pope...
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16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Desks

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Walnut

Fine circa 1800 Pollad Oak Writing Bureau Desk Claw & Ball Hand Carved Legs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite circa 1800 English made Pollard oak writing bureau with ornately hand carved claw & bal...
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Early 1800s English George III Antique Desks

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Oak

Very Fine 18th Century George I Period Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A very fine George I period walnut and feather banded bureau bookcase, circa 1720, the moulded cornice above a pair of mirror panelled doors, ope...
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Early 18th Century British George I Antique Desks

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Mirror, Walnut, Burl

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Roll Top Desk or Dresser
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern teak roll top desk or dresser. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. It has some visible wear, particularly in the top, so you can see some scratches and dings. And it has a newly modified recessed black painted base as it encountered water at some point in its life and could not be refinished so we revamped it, modified, and painted the base black. There are some small rings on the desktop. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century. Need a GORGEOUS desk but have limited space? Well, here it is…. the perfect desk! This is a very handsome smaller roll top desk...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Teak

1939 Eliel Saarinen, Pipsan, Swanson FHA Birch Desk / Vanity
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Birch Double Pedestal Executive Desk or Vanity, designed by Eliel Saarinen, Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson, and J. Robert F. Swanson in 1939. It was produced in Grand R...
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1930s American Modern Vintage Desks

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Aluminum, Zinc

Louis XV Style Writing Desk by François Linke
Located in New Orleans, LA
Superior craftsmanship and elegant bronze work characterize this tambour front roll top writing desk by François Linke, the most important French ébéniste of his time. Linke is celeb...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Desks

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Bronze

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 Desks

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Metal

Early Georgian antique walnut bureau
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
An early eighteenth century veneered walnut bureau of a good original colour and patina.
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1720s English George II Antique Desks

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Walnut

Original Georgian / Regency Military Campaign Desk with Large Map Drawer
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning circa 1800-1820 original Georgian / Regency Military campaign desk with large top map drawer ...
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Early 1800s English Georgian Antique Desks

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Hardwood

19th Century Victorian Carved Mahogany Desk
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Selling is a top quality, unusual mid-Victorian copy of a Chippendale carved desk. The top drawer of the desk, when opened, reveals a rising writing panel and two lift up panels with...
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Mid-19th Century English Chippendale Antique Desks

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Mahogany

Small Mahogany Pedestal Desk From The 19 ° Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
elegant small 19th century mahogany pedestal desk from partridge & cooper London Holborn Very beautiful pedestal desk which has been worked on both sides which allows it to be place...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Desks

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Mahogany

French Provencial Writing Desk by Sligh Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
French Provencial writing desk by Sligh Furniture Vintage leather top half moon desk by Sligh. Walnut and tooled black leather top. Five drawers with b...
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Mid-20th Century North American French Provincial Desks

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Walnut

1950s Cerused Oak Desk with Brass Pulls
Located in Dallas, TX
A very well crafted oak desk produced by Huntington Chair Corporation. This incredible example of Art Deco design is a collectible piece. Restored to mint condition. The desk has a cerused finish which highlights the nubian oak wood grain. Slightly shaped rectangular top with three well proportioned drawers to each side and an upper central pencil drawer. Unique round wood insert brass pulls with Art Deco form and design. Resting on angled and tapered wooden feet, clean Modernist lines. Having carved lines to the wood break...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Brass

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Slant Front Desk
Located in Huntington, NY
A Gustavian slant front desk. The upper section has eight small drawers, four cubbies, two sliding columns and a small locking door. The low...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Desks

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Brass, Iron

Vintage Coastal Ficks Reed Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring timeless coastal charm to your home with this vintage Ficks Reed desk. Crafted from natural rattan and wicker, this desk features clean lines and...
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Late 20th Century American Desks

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Laminate, Wood

18th Century Baroque Secretaire, South German, 1750-1760
Located in Belmont, MA
Unique 18th century Baroque secretaire, South German, probably Lake of Constance region, circa 1750-1760. Elaborate bombe shaped Baroque secretaire with beautiful walnut, elmwood an...
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1750s German Baroque Antique Desks

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Walnut

Italian Baroque Inlaid Early 18th Century Walnut and Fruit Wood Desk-Commode
Located in Troy, NY
Early 18th Century Marquetry Desk-Commode of Italian Origin, having three drawers, the top one having a fall-front featuring a desk compartment fitted...
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Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Desks

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Walnut, Fruitwood

19th Century English Chippendale Style Pedestal Desk
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality 19th century Chippendale style pedestal desk, having a brown leather insert, above three drawers in the top. The top fits onto two pedestals, each with thr...
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Mid-19th Century English Chippendale Antique Desks

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Mahogany

Late 19th Century French Ladies Writing Desk
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality late 19th century French bureau De-Dame, having wonderful marquetry floral inlay to the fall and top, opening to reveal a shelf, drawer...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desks

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Mahogany

Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Marquetry Cylinder Bureau
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Louis XV style gilt-bronze mounted marquetry cylinder bureau. Stamped to the reverse of the bronze mounts 'PB'. The top of Sarrancolin marble above a tambour with a central mount depicting Minerva. The marquetry depicting allegories of Geography and Astronomy. The interior has a green-leather covered pull out writing slide below an arrangement of drawers and cubby-holes. The back and sides intricately inlaid with marquetry of military and Maritime trophies. The sides with pullout leather-lined slides. The kneehole with a frieze drawer and three short drawers to the sides. France, Circa 1880. This desk is inspired by the bureau de roi, begun by Jean-François Oeben and completed by Jean-Henri Riesener for Louis XV in 1769 (now at Versailles) featuring similar marquetry panels, as well as a bureau à cylindre, also by Riesener, formerly thought to have been made for King Stanislas of Poland, but now identified as being supplied to the comte d'Orsay (now in the Wallace Collection). The present lot is however most similar in form to a secrétaire à cylindre...
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Desks

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Bronze

French Louis XVI Style Parquetry Desk
Located in Pembroke, MA
A high-quality French Louis XVI style desk with geometric parquetry in mahogany with gilt-bronze mounts, including swags at the corners. The desk has three drawers with working locks...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desks

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Bronze

modernist art deco desk in walnut circa 190/1940
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
modernist art deco desk in walnut circa 190/1940 To be restored, missing wood veneer
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Walnut

Aeolus Console Table by Frédérique Domergue, Limited Edition
Located in PARIS, FR
Solid oak console clad entirely in bronze. Here the artist juxtaposes the brown of bronze medal against the green of antique bronze. The tabletop showcases algae impressions. The lateral strips are chiseled by hand to depict a diamond motif. Dimensions : L 140 cm x H 90 cm x D 36 cm // L 55.12 in x H 35.43 in x D 14.17 in. Limited edition of 8 (production time: 15 weeks) Over nearly 20 years, French artist Frédérique Domergue...
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2010s French Desks

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Bronze

Hespeler Furniture Chippendale Mahogany Inlays and Green Leather Top Desk
By Hespeler Furniture Co.
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare Hespeler Furniture Company Chippendale Inlaid Mahogany and Tooled Green Leather and Stenciled Top Desk .Measures 48.5" in width, 28.5" in depth and 31" in height with a knee c...
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Chippendale Desks

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Mahogany

Desk Model 530, Gianfranco Frattini Bernini Edition, 1957
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Desk model 530 - Gianfranco Frattini - Circa 1957 Bernini edition (label in right drawer) Rosewood H95xW130xD79.5cm In a perfect state The desk features a removable storage un...
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1950s European Other Vintage Desks

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Wood, Rosewood

Victorian Walnut Bonheur du Jour, 19th Century
Located in Southall, GB
Victorian Walnut Bonheur du Jour An unusual mid 19th century Victorian figured walnut bonheur du jour. The bonheur du jour has four drawers to the front, the three lower drawers have a Wellington chest style locking bar to the right hand side. The top drawer is fitted with a hinged writing board and ink, pen and pencil storage compartments. The drawers have raised panel fronts with turned knob handles and are lined with solid walnut. The top has double shelves above with fluted pillar and scroll...
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19th Century English Antique Desks

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Walnut

Mechanical Desk by Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley
Located in New Orleans, LA
This superb mechanical desk by famed French ebeniste Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley is both an artistic and engineering achievement. A Parisian ca...
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19th Century French Antique Desks

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Other

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 Desks

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Metal

Desk Style Art Deco in Wood, 1940, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1940 It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique. It is an icon of distinct...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage 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 Desks

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Wood

Founders Light Blonde Pecan Single Pedestal Desk Tubular Chrome Legs MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Founders light blonde pecan single pedestal desk tubular chrome legs MINT! Solid wood construction dovetail joints.
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Chrome

Bureau de direction style scandinave vintage en teck des années 60
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Bureau de direction style scandinave vintage des années 60, en teck, le dos est joliment travaillé pour être placé au centre d’une pièce, pieds compas, 6 tiroirs avec jolis boutons e...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks

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Teak

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Mahogany And Ormolu Mounted Partners Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An impressive and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. mahogany and ormolu mounted partners desk signed by Victor Raulin. The desk is raised by circular tapered fluted legs...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desks

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Ormolu

Double-Sided Mirrored Cerused Oak Dressing Cabinet by Lauren Rottet
Located in New York, NY
No. CG-001 The Mirrored Cabinet packs a lot of functions into one unit. Available with drawers or shelves accessible from the sides, it has a mirrored front and bacl, reflecting lig...
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2010s Vietnamese Desks

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Stone

Elegant Satinwood Art Nouveau Partners with Desk Blue Suede Top, ca 1915
Located in Richmond, VA
Elegant satinwood art nouveau partners desk with blue suede top, heart carved corners, and ball-and-claw feet, Circa 1915.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Desks

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Satinwood

Guillerme & Chambron Petronilles Chest, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Petronille Oak chest of drawers by G&C with solid bronze hardware in original finish.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Bronze

Late 18th Century Louis XVI Cartonnier Desk
Located in Paris, FR
Late 18th century piece of furniture called a “cartonnier” in wood veneer and used for storing papers. Each section of the piece features a frame of gilt bronze, fluted stripes. Its ...
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18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desks

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Bronze

20th Century Exceptional Writing Desk by Provasi
Located in Sofia, BG
Exceptional writing desk with leather top, covered as a suitcase by Provasi factory. Never used in perfect condition. Italy, circa 1990.
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20th Century Italian Desks

Rare Midcentury Paul McCobb #1562 Drop Lid Desk with Organizer Maple Black Brass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Paul McCobb planner group #1562 drop lid desk with Rare organizer inside and adjustable glass shelf in original Black Lacquer finish brass cone pulls all solid maple. Flip ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

Stunning Hardwood & Brass Military Campaign Workstation Desk for Home Computer
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Military Campaign style home office desk / workstation This piece was specially designed to house a tower PC, you have the space on ...
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20th Century English Campaign Desks

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Brass

French Bureau Plat Louis XVI Desk Marquetry Inlay
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a gorgeous French bureau plat desk with marquetry inlay Desk is in the Louis XVI manner and features original ormolu fixtures including maiden leg mounts The marquetr...
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1980s Louis XVI Vintage Desks

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Wood

Vintage Coastal Bamboo Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your home office with this Vintage Coastal Bamboo Desk, showcasing a timeless American style. Its sturdy bamboo construction and coastal-inspired design blend functionality w...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Desks

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Rattan

French 19th Century Transitional St. Bureau À Cylindre Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An impressive and palatially scaled French 19th century Transitional st. Moucheté Mahogany and ormolu Bureau à Cylindre desk. The exceptional thirteen dr...
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19th Century French Antique Desks

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Ormolu

Antique Bureau Plat French Inlay Desk Writing Table
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Quality antique French desk or bureau plat Classic look crafted from kingwood with original ormolu fixtures Good size at five feet - 154 CM - wide Great for a home office set up Boug...
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1920s Vintage Desks

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Kingwood

50° Desk Italian, Material, Wood
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
wood desk from the 50s, Italian. Desk 1950s Country: Italian Finish: polyurethanic lacquer It is an elegant and sophisticated desk. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Wood

Desk of University Residence in France, Jean Zay, 1950, Roger Landault
Located in Paris, FR
Beech Desk University Residence in France, Jean Zay, 1950, Roger Landault Very very rare Furniture having equipped a university residence in France. . Flat desk in stained beech and...
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1950s French Vintage Desks

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Beech

19th Century Mahogany Louis XVI Desk with a Leather Top
Located in Dallas, TX
This product is a 19th Century Mahogany Louis XVI Desk with a Leather Top, making it a luxurious and timeless addition to any workspace or home. The desk features intricate craftsman...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desks

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Leather, 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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