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Desks For Sale
Period: 1930s
Period: Early 1900s
Antique French Louis XVI Style Cherry Writing Desk Hall Library Table Console
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 1930s French Louis XVI style cherry desk with dovetailed drawer. Made from cherry with crossbanded inlay and ormolu drawer pulls. The desk is supported by turned and tapered ...
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1930s Louis XVI Vintage Desks

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Cherry

Antique desk, Western Europe, around 1900.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique desk from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: height 79 cm / width 131 cm / depth 7...
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Early 1900s German Louis XIV Antique Desks

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Walnut

Art Deco Flame Mahogany Desk
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco Flame Mahogany Desk. Five pull out drawers with an open bookshelf to side. Original brass handles and stretcher. Wear consistant with age. Dimensions: H 76cm W 120cm D 6...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Mahogany

A fine Art Deco Desk and Chair
Located in Lee-On-The-Solent, GB
A superb quality and designed Art Deco desk and chair in walnut. Produced by the distinguished furniture maker Frederick Restall, who was based in Birmingham and Stratford on Avon. M...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Walnut

1930s Wolfgang Hoffmann Desk for Howell
Located in Oakland, CA
Wonderful 1930s desk designed by Wolfgang Hoffmann for Howell. Son of renowned designer and architect, Josef Hoffmann, Wolfgang was an important contributor to modernism in America. ...
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1930s American Bauhaus Vintage Desks

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Enamel, Steel, Chrome

Antique Napoleon III Style Desk
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Napoleon III style mahogany brass mounted double pedestal desk with leather top, circa 1900. With a rectangular top with brass molding on the edges a band of mahogany and an inset to...
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Early 1900s European Napoleon III Antique Desks

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Brass

Antique Empire Style Partners Desk with Leather Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition Materials: Patinated Leather Top, Mahogany
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1930s American Empire Vintage Desks

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Leather, Mahogany

Art Deco Desk by NORDISKA KOMPANIET
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Art Deco desk, made of maple veneered wood with inlays, keyholes and ivory strips. By NORDISKA KOMPANIET S:A (1920-1970). Signed by NORDISKA KOMPANIET S,A., BS AIRES, Florida 101. A...
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1930s Argentine Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Maple

Stylish 20th Century Italian Art Deco Brass & Mahogany Desk c.1930
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A rare and unusual early 20th Century Italian art deco desk, finished in a light mahogany with simple solid brass legs, brass handles on the four drawers and comes included with the ...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Brass

Chippendale Desk Mahogany Writing Table Ball and Claw
Located in Potters Bar, GB
5 Drawer Mahogany Chippendale Style Writing Table. Circa 1900 This Writing Table Features 5 Mahogany Lined drawers. The Drawer Fronts Having Blind Fret Work to the Corners and Retain...
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Early 1900s Chippendale Antique Desks

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Mahogany

Lebus Art Deco Oak, Restaurant Roll Top Desk Greeting Station
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Lebus Art Deco Oak, Restaurant Roll Top Desk Greeter This Oak restaurant greeting station which is made by Lebus, has roll top tambour which conceals beneath it a fitted interior ...
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Early 1900s Art Deco Antique Desks

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Oak

Oak Restaurant Reception Greeting Station, with Specials Menu Board
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Oak Restaurant Reception Greeting Station, with Specials Menu Board A very neat Front of House Reception Greeter, the front of the desk has a Menu Blackboard which is also the door ...
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Early 1900s Art Deco Antique Desks

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Oak

French Sheraton Revival Bonheur du Jour Console Desk 1930s
Located in Paris, FR
A 20th-century vintage desk from the 1930s of Sheraton Revival style, drawing inspiration from the renowned British furniture designer Thomas Sheraton of the late 18th century. Shera...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Brass

Desk Art Deco in Wood, 1930, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Material: wood It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique. It is an i...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Wood

Desk in Wood, 1900, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
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 distinction. You want to live in the golden yea...
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Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Desks

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Bronze

Gordon Russell. A fine quality Cotswold School ash single drawer desk
Located in London, GB
Gordon Russell. A fine quality Cotswold School ash single drawer desk. With brass Gordon Russel Ltd. Broadway Worcs to the back. This timeless piece of Cotswold history is fit for pu...
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1930s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Desks

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Brass

Art Deco Desks in Wood, 1930, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Material: wood It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique. It is an ...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Wood

Original 1930's Heal's of London Burr Walnut Writing Desk
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco writing desk by Heal's of London. Burr walnut veneered with figured walnut banding and vintage leather scriver. Original chrome handles. Dimensions: H 73.5cm W 106cm D ...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Walnut

Early 1900s Antique Swedish Pine Writing Desk, Bleached
Located in Franklin, TN
Vintage Swedish pine writing desk from the early 1900s, meticulously sanded and bleached to unveil its inherent natural color and wood grain. The slanted lift-top lid gracefully hing...
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Early 1900s Swedish Antique Desks

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Pine

Art Deco Desk by De Coene Frères, Limed Oak, Belgium circa 1935
Located in Regensburg, DE
Small modernist Art Deco Desk by De Coene Frères, Belgium circa 1930/40. Elegant asymmetrical Art Deco design, Model “Depose”. Limed oak surface. Lockable doors on both sides. Inside...
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1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Stainless Steel

Fine French Art Deco Palisander Desk and Chair by Robert Bloch
By Athelia by Robert Bloch
Located in Long Island City, NY
Robert Bloch for Studio Athelia - A fine French Art Deco rosewood secretary desk with a flip top, four drawers, refined chrome hardware (the top can be ...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Chrome

English Edwardian Chippendale mahogany desk
Located in Salisbury, GB
Edwardian Chippendale mahogany desk This Edwardian Chippendale mahogany desk was made circa 1910. The cabinetmaker took inspiration from the designs of Thomas Chippendale. Using the ...
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Early 1900s English Chippendale Antique Desks

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Mahogany

Victorian Walnut Cylinder Roll Up Desk with Secret Drawer, 1830s
By Antonio Sotomayor
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
Discover the timeless charm of a Victorian desk crafted in England in 1830. This elegant Cuban mahogany desk is a true testament to the quality craftsmanship and refined style of the Victorian era. With a meticulously designed layout, this desk not only provides a functional workspace but is also a work of beauty in itself. The rich tones of Cuban mahogany impart a natural warmth and elegance to the room, while the intricately carved details and delicate finishes add a touch of sophistication. Functionality is also a hallmark, with numerous drawers providing ample storage space for your documents, supplies, and personal effects. What makes this desk even more special is its hidden drawer. Cleverly concealed among the others, it conceals a secret compartment where you can discreetly store your most precious items. The desk's top is covered with an elegant leather writing surface, offering a smooth and durable area for writing, working, or simply placing items. Furthermore, the desk's top section is adjustable, allowing you to find the best working posture. An ingenious feature of this Victorian desk is its adjustable lectern. This lectern can be raised to create a convenient bookstand, allowing you to read and study comfortably while staying focused on your work. Whether you're a Victorian antique furniture...
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1930s British Victorian Vintage Desks

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Fruitwood

An Elegant French Louis XV Style Ebonized 3-Drawer Writing Desk with Leather Top
Located in San Francisco, CA
of pegged construction the serpentine top with hand-tooled maroon leather insert above a shaped apron fitted with 3 drawers adorned with rocaille brass escutcheons; all raised on gra...
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Early 1900s French Rococo Revival Antique Desks

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Wood

An Art Deco Kidney Shaped. Burr Walnut Desk
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco kidney shaped desk. Burr walnut veneer on solid mahogany with original handles. Dimensions: H 78cm W 134cm D 63cm, Knee H 60.5cm W 53.5cm Origin: English Date: Circa 1...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Walnut

Restaurant Clerks Desk Greeting Station, Greeter Neat Front of House Desk
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Restaurant Clerks Desk Greeting Station, Greeter A very neat Front of House Reception Greeter, the greeting desk has a sloping lift up storage compartme...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Desks

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Oak

Vintage Art Deco Pedestal Desk Satin Birch 1930
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Classic vintage art deco desk in satinwbirch Features orginal drop handles and shaped sides circa 1930 Great period piece of clean art deco Viewing...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Satinwood

Georgian Desk Mahogany Pedestal Bureau
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Mahogany Georgian revival desk. This desk stands upon a plinth base and has an arrangement of 9 graduated drawers. Each of the drawers having brass swan neck handles. The top of the ...
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Early 1900s Georgian Antique Desks

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Mahogany

Art Deco Machine Age Industrial Desks by Bel Geddes for Simmons Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
High Style, Art Deco, Machine Age, Industrial design desk(s) by Norman Bel Geddes for Simmons Furniture Company circa 1930's. The desks feature a bank of three drawers which flank th...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Steel

Oak Store Counter with Two Brass Slots for Money Storage
Located in Chicago, IL
Oak store counter with two money slots made of brass. Lots of storage. Great condition.
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Desks

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Brass

Edwardian inlaid mahogany desk
Located in Salisbury, GB
Edwardian inlaid mahogany desk This Edwardian inlaid mahogany desk was made circa 1910, the ‘age of elegance.’ The desk with the green gilt tooled writing surface with the mahogany s...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Desks

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Mahogany

French Mahogany Art Nouveau Writing Desk Signed Louis Majorelle
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Signed ‘Louis Majorelle’ Art Nouveau desk with the sinuous lines and curves typical of the style. Four curved-front drawers retaining their original ormol...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Desks

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Ormolu

Important Art Deco Presidential Desk - André Domin And Marcel Genevriere - Maiso
Located in BARSAC, FR
DOMIN André (1883-1962) and GENEVRIERE Marcel (1885-1967) for Maison DOMINIQUE Magnificent flat desk in presidential format in thuja burl veneer designed by André DOMIN and Marcel G...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Wood

Medium Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Medium Oak Hotel Restaurant Reception Hostess Greeting Station, Greeter A very neat Front of House Reception Greeter, the front of the desk has a shelved cupboard, at the other side...
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Early 1900s Art Deco Antique Desks

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Oak

Jean Pascaud Student Desk in oak 1930
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...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Suede, Oak

Art Nouveau desk in walnut , Viennese Secession, circa 1900
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Nouveau desk in walnut , Viennese Secession, circa 1900 patina to be redone, small lack of plating
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Desks

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Brass

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...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Oak

Jean Pascaud Student Desk in wood 1930 - Wooden top
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...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Oak

Edwardian Chippendale Style Pedestal Desk
Located in Salisbury, GB
Edwardian Chippendale style pedestal desk. This Edwardian Chippendale style pedestal desk was made circa 1900. A sumptuous desk of this type gives a room or office a feeling of s...
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Early 1900s English Chippendale Antique Desks

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Mahogany

Aesthetic Movement Tiger Tortoise Bamboo Secretary Desk With Rice Mat Shelves
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Turn-of-the-century Tiger Bamboo Secretary desk with handwoven rice mat top, center drawer, Bottom shelf, and three-tier split-level overhead shelving. 1900, United States We only ...
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Early 1900s American Antique Desks

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Bamboo

Antique H.T. Cushman Betumal Oak Telephone Stand Small Child's Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique H.T. Cushman Betumal Oak Telephone Stand Small Child's Desk. Item features a pull out seat, glass top, storage cubby to stand, solid woodconstr...
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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Desks

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Glass, Oak

Edwardian Oak Pedestal Desk
Located in Salisbury, GB
This Edwardian oak pedestal desk was made circa 1900. A high-quality desk of this size is not easy to find. It was made for the home of a professional...
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Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Desks

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Oak

Restored Aesthetic Movement Tiger Tortoise Bamboo Secretary Hutch Desk
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Late VictoruiaTiger bamboo secretary desk with handwoven rice mat coverings and cut bamboo floral sculpture along the front, center drawer, and flip-d...
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Early 1900s Antique Desks

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Mahogany

Big Desk Art Deco in Wood and Parchment, with 3 Drawers, 1930, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk style: Art Deco Year: 1930 Material: wood and parchment leather It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used ...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Parchment Paper, Wood

A Regency Style Carved Mahogany Beau Brummel Gentlemans Vanity Desk
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A Regency style carved mahogany Beau Brummel gentleman's dressing table, 20th century, the hinged top enclosing nine lidded compartments about a folding m...
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Early 1900s Antique Desks

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Leather, Mahogany

Stunning Art Deco Burr Walnut 9 Drawer Kneehole Desk
Located in Barnstaple, GB
A fabulous burr walnut 1930s Art Deco 9 drawer desk. Veneered in the most beautiful burr walnut to the drawer fronts with very pale contrasting straight ...
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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Walnut

Modernist Tubular Steel Desk, Walnut Veneer, Chromium Plated Metall, circa 1935
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.
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1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Desks

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Metal, Chrome

Bauhaus Tubular Steel Desk by André Lurçat, Manufactured by Thonet, circa. 1935
Located in Berlin, DE
Bauhaus tubular steel desk designed by André Lurçat and probably manufactured by Thonet. Chrome plated tubular steel, stained oak veneer, circa 1930.
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1930s German Bauhaus Vintage Desks

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Metal, Chrome

Lovely Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Cushion Drawer Brown Leather Partner Desk
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very fine fully, Antique circa 1900, Burr Walnut twin pedestal partner desk with hand dyed brown leather top. It’s been lightly restored to...
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Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Desks

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Leather, Walnut

French Bureau Plat Desk Kingwood Antiques
Located in Potters Bar, GB
This quality bureau plat stands upon elegant shaped legs with ormolu mounts. circa 1930 The bureau plat features 3 oak lined drawers with decorative ormolu handles...
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1930s Vintage Desks

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Kingwood

Modernist Tubular Steel Desk with 2 Chests of Drawers, Chromed Metal, Oak Veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
Modernist tubular steel desk with two chests of drawers, chrome plated metal, oak veneer, circa. 1935.
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1930s Czech Modern Vintage Desks

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Metal, Chrome

Modernist Tubular Steel Desk by Jindrich Halabala, Chromed Metal, Lacquered Wood
Located in Berlin, DE
Modernist tubular steel desk model H-180, designed by Jindrich Halabala and manufactured by Spojené UP Závody, Brno, circa 1935.
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1930s Czech Modern Vintage Desks

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Metal, Chrome

Antique French Oak Sofa Table Writing Desk Barley Twist Louis XIII Style
Located in Shreveport, LA
~Direct from France~ ~Beautiful French writing desk or sofa table with elegant features!~ ~Lovely barely twist legs as well as barley twist stretcher and ...
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Early 1900s French Louis XIII Antique Desks

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Oak

Rare Warren McArthur Two-Tier Desk with Drawers, Reversible, Machine Age 1930s
Located in Chicago, IL
Warren McArthur two-tier desk with drawers Aluminum and black lacquered wood Warren McArthur Corporation, 1930s Measures: 48" x 24" x 30" desk height Desk is reversible, and ca...
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1930s Machine Age Vintage Desks

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Aluminum

1930s Art Deco Italy in the Manner Pagano Attributed Writing Desk
Located in Biella, IT
Walnut veneer desk Art Deco rationalism years '30 Italy design in the manner of Pagano(attributed) veener is usured in only the back low zone invisi...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Wood

Art Deco Burl Ash Writing Table
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Art Deco burl ash and inlaid writing table, circa 1930's. With an inlaid burl ash top, the front of the desk with a single file drawer on the left side and two drawers on the right s...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Ash

Circa 1930's Waring & Gillow Ltd Lancaster Oak Desk on Bun Legs & Seven Drawers
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this beautiful Waring & Gillow circa 1930's oak desk, dressing table on bun feet. Made by one of the greatest furniture makers in British Histor...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Desks

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Oak

Shop / Cashier Counter from French Cafe
Located in Chicago, IL
Shop / cashier counter from French cafe. Cool brass change plate with lots of drawers and great storage.
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Early 1900s French Antique Desks

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Metal

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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