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Desks For Sale
Period: Mid-20th Century
Period: Late 20th Century
Executive Desk, Corner Desk in Mahogany, Germany, 1970's
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Beautifully designed writing desk in teak. With a very distinct design this desks every wood surface has been given specific angles such as the tabletop, the unit with drawers as wel...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Desks
Materials
Metal
Desk in Wood and chrome, France, 1940
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
"Free shipping in florida" It was exhibited at Palm beach "American International Fine Art Fair (AIFAF)"
Desk
Year 1940
French
Wood and chrome
Finish: polyurethanic lacquer
It is an ...
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Desks
Materials
Chrome
Herman Miller Typewriter Desk Return by George Nelson
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Introducing the iconic Herman Miller typewriter desk return, a testament to the visionary design of George Nelson. This exceptional piece seamlessly combin...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Metal
Jean Pascaud Student Desk in oak 1930
By Jean Pascaud
Located in Encino, CA
Jean Pascaud (1903-1996)
Jean PASCAUD Oak Student Desk, France 1930
Original oak student desk from the Cite Universitaire of Paris with two drawers.
Measurements:
H 29"1/2 x W 43"1/4...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks
Materials
Suede, Oak
Midcentury Executive Boomerang Desk
Located in Esperance, NY
For sale is this very unique large executive boomerang desk. The top is made out of laminate and the bottom is solid wood.
Category
1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Walnut
Sottsass Ettore design in years 70 for Olivetti Italy typewriting desk Synthesis
Located in Biella, IT
Sottsass Ettore design in years 70 for Olivetti Italy typewriting desk Synthesis
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Metal
Henkel Harris Georgian Carved Mahogany Secretary Desk with Bookcase Hutch Top
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top
By Henkel Harris
USA, 1970
Carved solid mahogany, with glass front door...
Category
1970s American Georgian Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Jens Risom Walnut Executive Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Denton, TX
Giant Jens Risom Walnut Executive Desk.
Knee hole height is 27.38.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Walnut
1970s National Mt. Airy Military Campaign Style Executive Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Another good looking campaign style piece for your collection! We are delighted to offer for sale this vintage executive desk hand crafted in the Military Campaign style by Mt. Airy, which is one of the higher quality campaign manufacturers. This well-made desk executed out of oakwood which has a lovely warm patina to it, the cuts of timber are lovely with great proportions from any angle. Supporting a rectangular top with a central drawer flanked on either side by a column cabinet with four drawers each having a top and bottom drawer, two of which are double as a filing drawer in the middle offering plenty of storage space. Solid finished back all standing on a plinth base to make it more stable. The brass inset military handles & brass corner brackets are all original and in brass. Signed "National Mt...
Category
Late 20th Century American Campaign Desks
Materials
Oak
Wooden Secretary Desk by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini
Located in Madrid, ES
Elegant mahogany wood desk with aluminum inserts designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini in 1960. Hardwood and wood veneer, details on feet and the bottom in aluminum. Pull-out t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Aluminum
Midcentury 1960s Dixie Desk, Two Sided, 4 Drawers
By Dixie
Located in Madison, WI
Beautiful original Dixie desk in walnut, two sided desk. Large space for an office chair. Very nice wood grain. Small areas of wear, adding vintage charm. S...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Walnut
Sottsass Ettore design in years 70 for Olivetti Italy typewriting desk Synthesis
Located in Biella, IT
Sottsass Ettore design in years 70 for Olivetti Italy typewriting desk Synthesis
the color of the desk are white/cream and brown
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Metal
Desk by Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bent Madsen for Willy Beck
By Willy Beck
Located in Dallas, TX
An elegant mahogany desk designed by Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bent Madsen for Willy Beck.
Category
1950s Vintage Desks
Materials
Mahogany
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Walnut Tambour Door Secretary Desk with Bookcase, 1966
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern bureau with tambour door secretary desk and bookcase
By Kipp Stewart for Drexel, "Declaration" Collection
USA, 1966
...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Arne Vodder Mid Century Danish Rosewood L Desk
By Arne Vodder
Located in Countryside, IL
Arne Vodder Mid Century Danish Rosewood L Desk
This desk measures: 69 wide x 68.5 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance of 24.75 inches
All pieces...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Solid Oak Single Drawer Sculpted Curves Two-Tier Desk / Console
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid oak desk with sculpted curves and a two-tier work top. This desk is art deco era, dated circa 1930's-1940's. The piece has been refinished and shows very well. A single dovetail drawer on the front. Could be used as a small sideboard or entry way console.
Desk dimensions...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Desks
Materials
Oak
Harvey Probber Executive Desk: Mid-Century Elegance Meets Modern Functionality
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience the sophistication of the 1960s with our beautifully restored Harvey Probber Mid-Century Modern Executive Desk. Crafted from the finest mahogany, this desk exemplifies the...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Marble, Metal, Steel
Restored Art deco Blond Rattan Side Table W/ Rice Mat Top
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Simply yet elegant small rattan side table with steam-pressed diamond-shaped sides and rice mat top. The table features Classic wicker wrappings and Art Deco appeal.
1930, United St...
Category
1950s American Vintage Desks
Materials
Rattan
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Drop Side Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Drop Side Desk
This desk measures: 40 wide x 24 deep x 28.75 inches high, with a chair clearance of 27.75 i...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Metal
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass Desk
This desk measures: 56 wide x 23 deep x 30 high, with a chair clearance of 24.5 inches
All pieces of furn...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Dunbar Roger Sprunger Rosewood and Stainless Steel Desk
Located in Pasadena, TX
A Mid-Century Modern executive desk in the style of Roger Sprunger. Rosewood with stainless steel double pedestal base. Three drawers including one file and two regular with two pull...
Category
1970s American Vintage Desks
Materials
Stainless Steel
LATE 20TH C WARING & GILLOW PEDESTAL DESK WiTH GOLD TOOLED RED LEATHER TOP
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely late 20th-century Waring & Gillow pedestal writing desk with a red leather top.
This classic piece offers you six drawers and a cupboa...
Category
Late 20th Century English Victorian Desks
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Svend Madsen Mid Century Danish Teak Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
Svend Madsen Mid Century Danish Teak Desk
This desk measures: 60 wide x 29 deep x 28 high, with a chair clearance of 27 inches
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call re...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Teak
French Extendable Art Deco Table Oak, Dudouyt, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
French Art Deco dining table. The table features stunning oak sanded wood grain with a stunning patina. The top is encrusted with a checked marquetry. It rests on tall and Brutalist ...
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Desks
Materials
Oak
John Stuart Georgian Burl Wood Drop Front Secretary Desk with Bookcase Hutch
By John Stuart
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Georgian or Queen Anne style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top
By John Stuart
USA, circa 1960s
Gorgeous burled walnut, with leather wr...
Category
1960s American Georgian Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Finn Juhl for Baker Mid Century Walnut Desk with Return
Located in Countryside, IL
Finn Juhl for Baker Mid Century Walnut Desk with Return
This desk measures: 96 wide x 77.25 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 24.25 inches
The return measures 26 inches high...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Metal
Maddox Refinished Red Mahogany Block / Slant Front Secretary Desk with Key
Located in Germantown, MD
A refinished Maddox Red Mahogany Chippendale Block front, Slant Front Secratary Desk with Key. Desk door locks, along with the three lower drawers. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Desks
Materials
Mahogany
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Flip-Top Partners Desk by Peter Lovig
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
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Wood, Teak
Kai Kristiansen Model EP 401 Rosewood Executive Desk for Feldballes
Located in Norwalk, CT
Sleek, elegant, and powerful, the EP 401 desk by Kai Kristiansen is a timeless piece of Danish Mid-Century design. The design features a simple silhouette, with solid secondary woods...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Aluminum
Midcentury Italian Writing Desk with Drawers and Chair, in Bamboo Cane & Wicker
Located in Roma, IT
A Splendid Italian Writing Desk made in Italy between the 1960s and the 1970s
The top and drawers of this vintage writing desk are made of plywood covered with a dense weave of wove...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chinese Chippendale Desks
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Glass
Mid-Century Italian Oak Writing Desk, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Beautiful desk, fabricated in Italy in the 1960s.
This oak wooden desk is made with love and passion by a craftsman as you can see on the details.
The desk can be used as free stan...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Oak
Paul McCobb for Winchendon Walnut Stain Maple #1560 Desk & Spindle Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A handsome and very original condition, Desk + Chair, designed by Paul McCobb and built by Winchendon Furniture Co, circa 1950s. These are part of the Planner Design Group, which is ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Beithcraft Mid-Century Modern Teak Triptych Mirror Dressing Table or Desk, 1960
By Beithcraft
Located in Escalona, Toledo
Teak wood dressing table with triptych mirror. Spectacular piece with fluid organic lines, with curved angles and sculpted handles, manufactured by the Scottish cabinetmaker Beithcra...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Scandinavian Modern Desks
Materials
Mirror, Teak
JASPER CABINET Americana Oak Leather Top Traditional Executive Desk
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Traditional style double pedestal executive desk by Jasper Cabinet Company, their Americana. Solid oak, embossed black leather top, br...
Category
Late 20th Century American American Classical Desks
Materials
Brass
Florence Knoll Style Mid Century Rosewood and Chrome Executive Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
Florence Knoll Style Mid Century Rosewood and Chrome Executive Desk
This desk measures: 82 wide x 38 deep x 29.25 high, with a chair clearance of 27.25 inches
All pieces of furnitu...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Postal Sorting Desk
Located in Oakville, CT
Antique Post Office Sorting Desk
Overall Dimensions: 30" x 48" x 75" high
*Please inquire for a ship quote*
Materials: Oak & Maple
Category
Mid-20th Century American Desks
Materials
Oak, Maple
L. & J.G. Stickley American Chippendale Cherry Wood Slant Front Secretary Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous American Chippendale slant front secretary desk
By L. & J.G. Stickley
USA, circa 1960s
Solid cherry wood, with ori...
Category
1960s American Chippendale Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Maitland Smith style Tobacco Leaf Desk
Located in Raleigh, NC
A unique tobacco leaf wrapped desk with pencil drawer. Circa 1980s and possibly made by Maison Jansen. This piece is finished on all sides an...
Category
1980s Hollywood Regency Vintage Desks
Materials
Hardwood
Henkel Harris Georgian Mahogany Drop Front Secretary Desk with Bookcase Hutch
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top
By Henkel Harris
USA, Circa 1977
Carved solid mahogany, with glass fron...
Category
1970s American Georgian Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Vintage Campaign Style Writing Desk with Shelving
Located in Freehold, NJ
This midcentury campaign style writing desk with bookcase features pressed wood construction, oak veneer with original finish, durable viny...
Category
1970s American Campaign Vintage Desks
Materials
Oak
Early Vladimir Kagan Custom Order Desk with Drawers. Walnut and Cane.
Located in Kansas City, MO
Early, one of a kind, Vladimir Kagan Desk. Walnut case with cane modesty panel. Super cool and sleek design. Classic Kagan sculptural tripod legs support each side. We believe th...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Rare Danish Modern Borge Mogensen Tall Secretary Secretaire Desk Cabinet
Located in Buffalo, NY
Mid century Borge Morgensen teak secretary desk is part desk, part storage. Bottom part has three drawers. Top leaf drops down into a writing surface. Multifunctional and elegant, th...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Wood, Teak
Jean Pascaud Student Desk in wood 1930 - Wooden top
By Jean Pascaud
Located in Encino, CA
Jean Pascaud (1903-1996)
Jean PASCAUD Oak Student Desk, France 1930
Original oak student desk from the Cite Universitaire of Paris with two drawers.
Measurements:
H: 29″1/2 x W: 43″1...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks
Materials
Oak
Paul McCobb Desk for Calvin
By Paul McCobb
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare brass and mahogany desk with stone top designed by Paul McCobb for Calvin.
Category
1950s Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Jacques Adnet Desk
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare and important desk by Jacques Adnet wrapped in black leather with signature saddle stitching and 3 drawers.
Curved legs wrapped in leather with b...
Category
1950s French Vintage Desks
Materials
Leather, Acrylic, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Italian Desk with Drawers, Boccato Gigante Zambusi, Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian Desk with Drawers, Boccato Gigante Zambusi, Italy, 1960s
Category
1960s Vintage Desks
Materials
Chrome
Antique Jacobean William and Mary Greek Key Carved Mahogany 3 Drawer Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Jacobean William and Mary Green Key Carved Mahogany 3 Drawer Desk. Item features carved "chinoiserie" details, turn carved spiral legs and stretcher, nicely carved Greek key ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Desks
Materials
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Vintage Italian Inlaid Animal Marquetry Writing Desk
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho Italian writing desk. Chic animal marquetry construction with incredible attention to detail. Drop top writing surface reveals lots of little interior drawers...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Desks
Materials
Metal
Whimsical rustic Adirondack child’s Vanity Mirror desk and chair studio craft
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Whimsical rustic Adirondack child’s Vanity Mirror desk and chair American studio craft. Very beautiful vanity desk for kids great for a cabin or rustic de...
Category
1990s American Adirondack Desks
Materials
Mirror, Wood
1950s Wrought Iron, Walnut, and Rush Desk by Arthur Umanoff
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-century designer Arthur Umanoff's signature combination of wrought iron, walnut, and woven rush up the style quotient in this charming circa 1950 writing desk with laminate inset...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Wrought Iron
Early George Nelson Eog Executive Desk with Return for Herman Miller, 1950s
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now we have this absolutely stunning Mid-Century Modern desk designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. The Executive Office Group, NO 8000 Series...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Birch, Walnut
1940s French Art Deco Extendable Oak Table by Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing a remarkable French Art Deco dining table designed by the renowned Charles Dudouyt, a celebrated furniture designer known for his exceptional craftsmanship, innovative de...
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Desks
Materials
Oak
Extraordinary Colorful Rococo Style Painted Secretary Cabinet with Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Custom painted in a striking blue exterior with an electric and contrasting green interior and having a strong form, ornate gilt hinges and pulls, escutcheons (with keys) and Top fin...
Category
1940s Rococo Revival Vintage Desks
Materials
Metal
Desk by Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel
Located in Nijlen, VAN
Desk by Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel
A desk by 1 of Belgium's best-known and most important deisgners, Jules Wabbes. He designed this desk in the late 60s for Mobilier Univers...
Category
1970s Belgian Vintage Desks
Materials
Formica
1960s Teak Sewing Table or Table with Built in Sewing Machine, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- sewing machine seems working
- wooden parts have been carefully refurbished
- can be used as a table only.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Teak, Wood
Modernist Tubular Steel Desk, Walnut Veneer, Chromium Plated Metall, circa 1935
By Vichr & Co.
Located in Berlin, DE
Modernist tubular steel desk, walnut veneer, chromium plated metal, circa 1935
This desk is restored on request, delivery time 6-8 weeks.
Category
1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Desks
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Teak Secretary Desk, Danish Design, 1960s, Renovated
Located in Chorzów, PL
Teak writing desk, Danish design,
Very good condition, after professional renovation.
Wood: Teak
Dimensions: Height 95 cm, width 89 cm, depth 42 cm.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Teak
Rosewood Rolltop Desk/Cabinet, Model 804, by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini
Located in Dorchester, MA
Gianfranco Frattini designed this gorgeous rosewood rolltop desk, model 804, for Bernini in the early 1960s. What appears to be a compact chest of ten...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum
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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