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Desks For Sale
Period: Mid-20th Century
Period: Early 20th Century
Restored Pre WWII Rattan and Mahogany Writing Desk
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Embrace the fusion of timeless beauty and functionality with our Restored Rattan and Mahogany Writing Desk. Featuring a convenient drawer adorned with rattan drawer pulls and support...
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1950s Vintage Desks

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Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Secretary by Poul Volther, 1960s
Located in Elshout, NL
Design desk Fab mid century quality secretary desk with good size drawer section by Poul Volther for Munch Mobler. This desk comprises 3 drawers on the bottom section, and an upper s...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Oak, Teak

French modernist desk in solid oak ceruse from the 40's style Jacques adnet
Located in Lyon, FR
Imposing modernist desk of the 50s in the taste of the work of Jean Michel Frank. Structure in solid oak and veneer, ceruse work on the whole desk. It is composed of three lateral dr...
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1940s French Post-Modern Vintage Desks

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Oak

Antique French Louis XV Style Highly Figured Walnut Bureau Plat Desk Circa 1920
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully handcrafted late 19th Century French Louis XV Style Bureau Plat. Finely crafted marquetry using both burled and straight grained walnut veneers. Three serpentine drawers ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Desks

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Mahogany

Art Deco Walnut English Writing Bureau, c1930
Located in Devon, England
Fabulous 1930's Art Deco heavily figured walnut writing bureau in the most wonderful shape. Not only does this great bureau look great its very functional too. The top opens up to re...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Desks

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Bakelite, Walnut

Art Deco Table J.Halabala from 1960
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco table by J. Halabala from 1960s. The piece of furniture was made of walnut tree. Art Deco table by the famous Czech designer J. Halabala, 1950. Jindrich Halabala - (a Czech ...
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1950s Czech Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Walnut

Antique Spanish Colonial Revival Desk with Iron Stretcher Bars Circa 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Finely crafted Early 20th Century Spanish Colonial Revival style hand carved mahogany desk with hand forged wrought iron stretche...
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Early 20th Century South American Spanish Colonial Desks

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Mahogany

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

Materials

Walnut

Stow Davis Kidney Shaped Executive Desk
Located in Hanover, MA
Handsome late 1940's American Art Deco kidney shaped desk designed by Giacomo "Jack" Buzzita for Stow Davis' Executive collection. Beautifully refinished bleached walnut large kidney shaped top overhangs ovoid shaped satin finished dark walnut case of drawers with cast bronze pulls and a crescent moon shaped pedestal support, both on a shaped ebonized plinth. Case appears like four drawers but is actually three as the middle is double height and fitted for files. Organizer vide poche in top drawer along with metal label "Stow & Davis Furniture Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan". Crescent moon pedestal can be reversed if preferred so the cove faces inside (see last two detail images). Stylistically similar to designs of Gilbert Rohde. Depth of top from center is 39 inches. This particular desk is unusual insofar as all the others I've seen are oriented the other way so that the ovoid case is on the left side and the crescent pedestal is on the right while the kidney top...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Bronze

Pierre Jeanneret Mid Century Wooden Black Office Desk & Box Chair in Teak, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare mid century wooden desk and box chair in black stained teak by Pierre Jeanneret produced for Chandigarh, India 1950s. In good a...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Rattan, Teak

Walnut 2 pc. Pull Down Desk w/ Bookcase Chest made in Belgium
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A two piece dark walnut pull down desk with upper bookcase having two adjustable shelves and four drawers to the base for storage . The front when down has a birch wood contrasting w...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Laminate, Birch, Walnut

Mid-Century Freestanding teak Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
The desk designed by Valdemar Mortensen, produced in Denmark in the 1960s. The desk is made of teak wood and is free-standing. There are two modules at the front - three drawers each...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Rosewood, Teak

Mid-Century Teak Desk by Svend Åge Madsen for H.P. Hansen, 1960s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This desk is designed by Svend Åge Madsen and manufactured by h.p. Hansen in Denmark in the 1960s. It is a good example of high quality materials and manufacturing. This is a teak de...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Teak

French Hi Fi Cabinet Vinyl Storage & Record Player Storage Desk Storage c 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Hi Fi cabinet with a part for the storage of a record player and many drawers to store vinyl records. If you put the vinyl recorder on the cabinet there ...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Brass

Walnut Executive Desk by Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis
Located in Cedar Falls, IA
Stunning walnut color and figure present on this expansive executive desk designed by Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis' "Electa" line. This desk features a large 36x70 work surface, f...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Aluminum

1968 Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis Executive Office Suite
Located in Cedar Falls, IA
Matching executive office suite designed by Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis in 1968 as part of the Electa line. Stunning walnut color and figure present on this expansive executive d...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Aluminum

Baker Furniture Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase With Secretary Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Georgian or Federal style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Gorgeous mahogany, with original brass hardw...
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1960s American Georgian Vintage Desks

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Brass

1950s desk from "La cité d'Anthony"
Located in PAU, FR
Elegant office 50 from the prestigious Cité universitaire d'Anthony decorated by some Jean Prouvé, Charlotte Perriand, Marcel Gascoin... Formica top, tubular metal legs, solid wood b...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Metal

Danish Modern Finn Juhl NV40 Writing Desk
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A rare Finn Juhl design know as the FJ 40. One of Finn Juhl’s earliest designs that is produced by master cabinet maker Niels Vodder.A small compact writing desk in teak with very fi...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Italian Modern Walnut and Steel Desk with Blue Laminate Top
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Single-drawer desk composed of a light blue laminate surface with walnut trim, drawer and foot rest, all supported by a black steel base with patinated brass, adjustable feet (ca. 19...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Brass, Steel

Desk attributed to Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Lugo, IT
Desk attributed to Silvio Cavatorta. Signs of time and a 'not perfect corner as pictured. Thank you
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Metal

Large art deco desk in black modernist lacquer in the style of Jacques Adnet
Located in Lyon, FR
Large French modernist corner desk from the 50s in the style of Jacques Adnet's work. This black lacquered solid wood desk (mirror lacquered in the past) has two pedestals with drawe...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Wood

1960’s Mid Century to Scandinavian Modern Teak Writing Desk w Shelf & Round Legs
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage mid-century modern or Scandinavian Modern teak writing desk with raised back shelf, 2 drawers, and straight round legs, made in Bangkok. Beautiful condition, keeping...
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1960s Thai Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Freestanding Teak Desk, 1960s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This desk made in Denmark in the 1960s. The desk is made of teak wood and is free-standing thanks to the finished back with an open storage space (bookcase). There are two modules at...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Teak

Un bureau CM 141 de Pierre Paulin pour Thonet 1950
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
a Pierre Paulin model "cm141" desk produced by Thonet in 1953. This desk features a black lacquered steel base, a black Formica top, and a drawer unit with 2 drawers made of blond as...
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1950s French Vintage Desks

Materials

Steel

1965 Sligh Lowry Distressed Walnut and Tooled Leather Executive Desk Bookcase
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautiful rare Sligh Lowry Furniture Distressed Walnut and Black Tooled Letaher Top Excutive Desk Bookcase in good vintage condition. Gold stincile ornate leather top Measures 54" ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Restored Rattan and Mahogany Desk with Stacked Rattan Sides
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Experience the allure of tropical sophistication with our Restored Rattan and Mahogany Desk. This Tiki-style masterpiece boasts stacked rattan sides, exuding exotic charm. The desk f...
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1940s Vintage Desks

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

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

Materials

Steel

Black Lacquered Ormolu Desk / Bureau Plat
Located in Dallas, TX
French Louis XV writing desk featuring cabriole legs, exquisite ormolu, and a glossy black lacquered top. The elegant gilt bronze fittings protect the edges and at the same time acce...
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1940s French Louis XV Vintage Desks

Materials

Brass

Restored Antique Dark Wood Tone Pine Jewelers Desk
Located in New York, NY
This antique pine jeweler desk is a remarkable piece of furniture with a rich history and practical functionality. This desk features a dark wood tone finish that adds a sense of elegance and warmth to any space. With 15 pull out drawers, it offers ample storage space for organizing and storing various items. Whether used as a functional desk for work or as a decorative piece, this antique jeweler desk...
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Early 20th Century American Desks

Materials

Pine

Guillerme & Chambron Corner Desk in Oak and Granite
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron, desk, oak, granite, France, 1960s Corner desk by French designer duo Guillerme and Chambron. This beautiful desk holds the characteristic decorations and lines...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Granite

Scandinavian desk from the 1940s
Located in Brescia, IT
1940s white desk with metal handles. Art Deco-style white desk with dark-colored metal handles. This original vintage office desk features a large work surface with slightly curved ...
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1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Wood

Large Roll Top Metal Tanker Desk w/ Brass Detailing
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Heavy Industrial metal desk with functional roll top. Opens to an original green rubber flat desk top with multiple compartments. Brass hardware highlights the masculine striped meta...
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1950s Vintage Desks

Materials

Steel

Danish Modern Executive Rosewood Desk
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous Danish modern executive rosewood desk, designed in Denmark, circa 1960’s. The Brazilian rosewood desk has been carefully restored to reveal its natural beauty and incredible...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Hollywood Regency Era Italian Florentine Petite Gilded Secretary / Writing Desk
Located in Kennesaw, GA
For the Florentine collector, this is a rare find! It is a petite secretary with lovely fold out writing surface. It has quote a bit of stationary s...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Desks

Materials

Poplar, Giltwood

Large Antique Edwardian Freestanding Quality Oak Roll Top Desk
Located in Suffolk, GB
Large antique Edwardian freestanding quality oak roll top desk with fielded panels to all sides and back, quality swan neck tambour opening to reveal a fitted interior consisting of ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Desks

Materials

Oak

Beautiful Top Down Italian Wood Desk With Inlay
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Pristine Beautiful Condition for Antique. Dimensions: 38.5" x 18.5" x 35".
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1960s Vintage Desks

Materials

Wood

Important Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau Bookcase Desk Desk-Chair & Filing Cabinet
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique museum quality, 4-piece Parisian Art Nouveau office furniture set. As far as we know, this is the most complete, Louis Majorelle office furniture set that has been offered in the world in the past 50 years. Most collectors and enthousiasts will know how rare a set like this is, but what makes it even more astonishing is its condition. Apart from the leather on the back of the original desk chair, this set could hardly be in better condition and it would certainly grace any museum for applied arts. The only known office set that comes close to this original and complete set is in the collection of the MAAS museum in Sydney, Australia. So if you are looking for an original, great condition and very rare, antique office interior by one of the world's best Art Nouveau designers then this is your chance. We are convinced it will be the only one you'll ever get. Also, because the Majorelle filing cabinet in this set is the first one of its kind that we have ever seen. For this amazing set of four we have created three listings so that we are able to show you enough pictures of the many hand carved and hand-crafted wooden, bronze, glass and design details per item. Mind you, this stunning and almost 8 feet tall 'bibliotheque' or 'library bookcase' is the first one of the three listings that, together, show and describe this unique Louis Majorelle office of amazing quality and beauty. In image 8 of this listing is a photo of the complete set as shot in one of our facilities. This here Majorelle bookcase is the largest and best condition specimen that you will ever see and the workmanship is as good as you will ever be able to find. The deeply hand carved organic plant motifs are simply amazing and these motifs are to be found in all four pieces that this set consists of. What makes this stunning and predominantly solid nutwood bookcase extra special are the inlaid geometrical patterns in both the door panels and in the sides. However, the most impressive and aesthetically special features are the mint condition art glass panels with the top quality forged and hand hammered brass details in the upper part of each door. These metal worker's details, by the way, are the same organic plant motifs as the hand carved ones in the legs and in the 'roof' of this largest ever Majorelle cabinet (as shown in image 9 of this listing). Especially with the doors open you can see the vivid irridescent colors that are in the glass art panels. Below these art glass panels in the doors are large and also superb condtion, beveled glass windows. All the bookshelfs inside of this work of art bookcase are height adjustable and all are in very good condition too. All three doors come with perfect working locks and each door has its own bronze Majorelle designed key (one key is original and we had two more cast). Finally, this antique and museum quality, Art Nouveau gem...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Desks

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Brass, Bronze, Iron

Vintage rosewood desk by Karl Erik Ekselius, design 1960's
Located in PARIS, FR
From aesthetics to functionality, this desk is the result of research into modernity and wood. Karl-Erik Ekselius was greatly inspired by natural materials and their ability to shape...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Palisander

Signed Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk, Newly Restored
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk By Gustav Stickley (original label present) USA, Early 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak, with original hamm...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks

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Copper

Rare Danish Rosewood Desk Attributed to Jorgen & Nanna Ditzel for Kolds Savvaerk
Located in Norwalk, CT
Introducing a truly exceptional and exceedingly rare Danish Mid-Century rosewood executive desk, an embodiment of iconic design attributed to the visionary duo Nanna and Jørgen Ditze...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Wood

Denmark 1960’s Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk Attributed to Arne Vodder
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful Danish writing desk original from the 1960’s. This is an attributed to Arne Vodder, it has no label or sign. This desk has enough space for storage, it has two drawers and ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Extendable Writing Desk by Arne Vodder
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular Danish modern floating writing desk manufactured by Arne Vodder, and original from the 1960’s. There is plenty of storage with one lateral file...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Teak

Chinoiserie Style Desk & Chair by Drexel Heritage, USA 1960's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite Chinoiserie Style Desk & Chair by Drexel Heritage and part of The Et-Cetera collection, a timeless masterpiece from th...
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1960s American Chinoiserie Vintage Desks

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Brass

Vintage Regency George III Mahogany Roll Top Writing Desk
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning vintage Regency writing desk. A chic George III style with a chic roll top. Inlay leather writing area. Lots of little drawers and slots for organizing. A real showstopper...
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Early 20th Century Regency Desks

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Leather, Mahogany

RARE Hard Rock Maple Conant Ball American Modern Art Deco Desk with Round Pulls
Located in Monrovia, CA
1940s Russel Wright Conant Ball American Modern Solid Hard Rock Maple Art Deco Round Pull Desk Very RARE. This RARE Solid Hard Rock Maple Desk With Roun...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

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

Materials

Brass

Danish Mahogany Executive Writing Desk by Ole Wanscher, c. 1950's
Located in Norwalk, CT
Rich mahogany takes on a glowing, satin-like luminescence in this breathtaking and rare writing desk by Ole Wanscher. The simple form is perfectly proportioned, with elegant squared legs supporting two symmetrical pairs of dovetailed drawers, each topped by a handy brush slide with a recessed center - providing the perfect place to install a handy calendar, a slim pad of custom stationary, or a luxurious leather writing surface - whatever suits your needs! A third large brush slide on the reverse side of the desk pulls out to provide a convenient client work space. The top - which subtly overhangs the base - is finished with a luxuriously thick border of banded inlay, providing textural contrast which further enhances the natural beauty of the figured mahogany. Stately in its simplicity, this exquisite...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

Italian Modern Teak Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Single pedestal teak desk with floating top, four-drawer cabinet, carved recessed pulls, and metal structural frame. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Metal

Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobler
Located in Vienna, AT
This Handsome Scandinavian Modern teak desk was designed by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Møbelfabrik Denmark in the 1950s. This compact yet functional desk is beautifully constructed,...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks

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Brass

Antique Art Nouveau Vanity or Desk
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Antique Art Nouveau Vanity (Desk) 43" wide, 16" deep and 30" tall. The desk is very light and is placed on coasters. It has 4 drawers that open and close freely.
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Desks

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Wood

Desk by Gianfranco Frattini, Italy 1950s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Exceptional rosewood desk designed by Gianfranco Frattini in the 1950s. Inextricably linked to the history of prestigious Italian companies, such as Artemide, Bernini and Cassina. Gi...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Wood

Midcentury Desk Organizer by Finn Juhl, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Original desk organizer designed by Maa. Finn Juhl for Bovirke in the 1950s. Made in Denmark. Great condition.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks

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Beech, Rosewood

Vintage French Country Provincial Style Shell Carved Blue Painted 2 Drawer Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Country Provincial Style Shell Carved Blue Painted 2 Drawer Desk. Item features 2 drawers, blue distressed painted finish, solid wood construction, carved and finish back...
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Mid-20th Century French Provincial Desks

Materials

Oak, Walnut

1960's Mid Century Modern Walnut Executive desk with floating top
Located in Chicago, IL
1960's Mid Century Modern Walnut Executive desk. Features a "floating" desktop and (6) drawers. Unmarked, however very well made. 60" x 30" x 29"H Condition: Overall very good con...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Walnut

1950s Italian Writing Desk
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...
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1950s Italian Vintage Desks

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Laminate, Beech

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak make up Vanity jewelry box by Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century Danish Modern teak make up vanity or desk. Beautiful light teak color with a nice grain. Flip top mirror with brass ring pull opens to a sliding felt lined jewelry box with two lower sections for make up storage...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Teak, Felt, Mirror

Gio Ponti Attributed Desk
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...
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1950s Italian Vintage Desks

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Oak, Laminate

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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