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Victorian Chinoiserie & Burnt Bamboo Red Lacquer Side Table Desk
Victorian Chinoiserie & Burnt Bamboo Red Lacquer Side Table Desk

Victorian Chinoiserie & Burnt Bamboo Red Lacquer Side Table Desk

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a Victorian Aesthetic Movement chinoiserie and burnt bamboo red lacquer side table or desk. I believe the panels are antiques that were adapted to be a desk or side table pos...

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Early 1900s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Desks

Materials

Bamboo, Wood

Stylish Art Deco Modernist D End Two Sided Desk, English, circa 1930
Stylish Art Deco Modernist D End Two Sided Desk, English, circa 1930

Stylish Art Deco Modernist D End Two Sided Desk, English, circa 1930

Located in Devon, England

For your consideration is this lovely and totally original light to mid tone oak Art Deco desk dating to the 1930s with a modernist feel. Compact in size this desk is perfect if the ...

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Desks

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Small Solid Oak Writing Desk/kitchen Table, Denmark, 1960s
Vintage Small Solid Oak Writing Desk/kitchen Table, Denmark, 1960s

Vintage Small Solid Oak Writing Desk/kitchen Table, Denmark, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

A small solid oak desk made in Denmark during the 1960s. The table has a strong character with a warm, almost rustic feeling. Its shaped legs and visible construction give it the ch...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Oak

Mid century Solid Maple Vanity with Stool and Mirror by Heywood Wakefield
Mid century Solid Maple Vanity with Stool and Mirror by Heywood Wakefield

Mid century Solid Maple Vanity with Stool and Mirror by Heywood Wakefield

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful Mid Century Heywood Wakefield M-776 Solid Birch vanity and mirror. Part of the Sculptura line with stool in Champagne finish. Made in American Circa 1950. Three drawers at ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Mirror, Maple, Upholstery, Glass, Birch

Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Walnut Writing Table
Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Walnut Writing Table

Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Walnut Writing Table

Located in Astoria, NY

Handsome late 19th-century French walnut writing table or side table in the Louis XIII style, sourced in Provence, France. The table features a rectangular paneled top above two spac...

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1880s French Louis XIII Antique Desks

Materials

Walnut

Dyrlund Danish Teak Executive Desk with Rounded Drum Pedestal Base, c. 1970s
Dyrlund Danish Teak Executive Desk with Rounded Drum Pedestal Base, c. 1970s

Dyrlund Danish Teak Executive Desk with Rounded Drum Pedestal Base, c. 1970s

By Dyrlund

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A striking Danish modern executive desk by Dyrlund, crafted in rich teak with the brand's signature soft, rounded edge detailing along the top. The rectangular top floats above a sub...

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Teak

Italian Art Deco Curved Writing Desk, circa 1930
Italian Art Deco Curved Writing Desk, circa 1930

Italian Art Deco Curved Writing Desk, circa 1930

Located in New York, NY

A fine Italian 1930's curved writing desk. The elegant waterfall design highlights the beauty of the macassar ebony wood and striking black glass inset top. The interior lighter fr...

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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid-century Arne Vodder for Sibast Model 209 Executive Desk c.1955
Mid-century Arne Vodder for Sibast Model 209 Executive Desk c.1955

Mid-century Arne Vodder for Sibast Model 209 Executive Desk c.1955

By Arne Vodder, Sibast

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Iconic executive desk designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Mobelfrabrik, Denmark. Crafted of teak with dovetail joinery and raised, sculpted edges on both sides. Solid teak draw...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Alma Castilian Mid Century Walnut and Leather Executive Desk
Alma Castilian Mid Century Walnut and Leather Executive Desk

Alma Castilian Mid Century Walnut and Leather Executive Desk

By Alma Desk Company

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Alma Castilian Mid Century Walnut and Leather Executive Desk This desk measures: 78 wide x 38 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 25.5 inches Fair Vintage Condition - Desk To...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Oak Writing Desk with Barley Twist Legs
Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Oak Writing Desk with Barley Twist Legs

Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Oak Writing Desk with Barley Twist Legs

Located in Astoria, NY

Crafted in France during the late 19th century, this Louis XIII style writing desk was sourced in Provence and is beautifully constructed from solid oak. The rectangular top is forme...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Desks

Materials

Brass

Large Burled Executive Desk
Large Burled Executive Desk

Large Burled Executive Desk

Located in Annville, PA

Equally suited for use either at the workplace or in a home office the Niagara Furniture Large Burled Executive Desk with tooled leather top is both decorative and functional. Built ...

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2010s Renaissance Desks

Materials

Wood

Pine Fall-Front Secretary Desk with Glass-Front Bookcase, Circa 1840s
Pine Fall-Front Secretary Desk with Glass-Front Bookcase, Circa 1840s

Pine Fall-Front Secretary Desk with Glass-Front Bookcase, Circa 1840s

Located in Winston-Salem, NC

This 19th century antique works in three parts — bookcase, writing desk, and chest of drawers — built to handle all three without asking for more room. A gently scalloped crest tops...

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1840s Empire Antique Desks

Materials

Glass, Pine

19th Century Italian Louis XVI Style Antique Desk in Walnut inlaid
19th Century Italian Louis XVI Style Antique Desk in Walnut inlaid

19th Century Italian Louis XVI Style Antique Desk in Walnut inlaid

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Introducing this elegant Italian walnut desk, dating back to the late 19th century. Featuring a typical design inspired by the sumptuous Louis XVI era, it features clean lines and r...

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Late 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Desks

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Oak Smoker's Display Cabinet With Drop Front Desk, Circa 1900
Victorian Oak Smoker's Display Cabinet With Drop Front Desk, Circa 1900

Victorian Oak Smoker's Display Cabinet With Drop Front Desk, Circa 1900

By R.J. Horner & Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Victorian smoker's display cabinet with drop-front desk In the manner of R.J. Horner & Co. USA, Circa 1900 Carved quarter sawn oak, with glass door, and origina...

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Desks

Materials

Brass

Bamboo Desk by Bunny Williams Home
Bamboo Desk by Bunny Williams Home

Bamboo Desk by Bunny Williams Home

By Bunny Williams Home

Located in New York, NY

The Belle Epoque craze for all things inspired by Japan found expression in a multitude of faux bamboo furniture and furnishings. Our new Bamboo desk, designed as a cousin to our Bam...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Desks

Materials

Wood

19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Desk in Solid Walnut Restored
19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Desk in Solid Walnut Restored

19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Desk in Solid Walnut Restored

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

We present this elegant Italian solid walnut desk dating back to the mid-19th century, during the Louis-Philippe period. Featuring simple lines and a lack of excessive ornamentation...

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Mid-19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Desks

Materials

Walnut, Faux Leather

Edwardian Chinoiserie decorated bijouterie Cabinet
Edwardian Chinoiserie decorated bijouterie Cabinet

Edwardian Chinoiserie decorated bijouterie Cabinet

Located in Dereham, GB

Edwardian Chinoiserie decorated bijouterie Cabinet Red in colour [faded in places] Decorated with Flowers, Figures, Houses, & birds Display top cabinet,lift up lid, with working lock...

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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Desks

Materials

Lacquer

Gianni Moscatelli Desk for Formanova, 1970 Italy
Gianni Moscatelli Desk for Formanova, 1970 Italy

Gianni Moscatelli Desk for Formanova, 1970 Italy

By Formanova, Gianni Moscatelli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning Formanova desk by Gianni Moscatelli. Original Formanova tag dated and signed 1970, Italy. Newly refinished in a high gloss Ebony polished finish. Right side of desk has a fl...

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1970s Italian Vintage Desks

Materials

Stainless Steel

Expertly Restored -Danish Modern Executive Sculpted Rosewood Desk by H.P. Hansen
Expertly Restored -Danish Modern Executive Sculpted Rosewood Desk by H.P. Hansen

Expertly Restored -Danish Modern Executive Sculpted Rosewood Desk by H.P. Hansen

By H.P. Hansen

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. W...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Chinoiserie French Louis XV Style Ladies Writing Desk and Chair a set
Vintage Chinoiserie French Louis XV Style Ladies Writing Desk and Chair a set

Vintage Chinoiserie French Louis XV Style Ladies Writing Desk and Chair a set

Located in Topeka, KS

Wonderful vintage Chinoiserie or French Louis XV style ladies writing desk and chair both composed of black lacquered wood frames bearing a crackled distressed all over finish with h...

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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Desks

Materials

Brass

Oval Louis XVI Writing Desk
Oval Louis XVI Writing Desk

Oval Louis XVI Writing Desk

Located in Bradenton, FL

An oval Louis XVI style writing desk. Three panels of black leather are framed with a scrolled gilt border. Four dovetailed drawers with beveled paneled fronts, open with round brass...

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Late 20th Century Louis XVI Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk by Jens Risom, 1962, USA
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk by Jens Risom, 1962, USA

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk by Jens Risom, 1962, USA

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Elevate your workspace with this 1960s Mid-Century Modern walnut writing desk by Jens Risom. This desk showcases rich walnut grain, clean architectural lines, and a sleek floating to...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Antique 19th century solid warm brown teak slant front desk with upper cabinet
Antique 19th century solid warm brown teak slant front desk with upper cabinet

Antique 19th century solid warm brown teak slant front desk with upper cabinet

Located in Casteren, NL

This slant-front secretary with upper cabinet is an impressive example of colonial furniture craftsmanship, made from solid teak in Indonesia after an English model. The piece consis...

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Late 19th Century Indonesian Victorian Antique Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique 18th century English light warm brown oak Georgian slant front desk
Antique 18th century English light warm brown oak Georgian slant front desk

Antique 18th century English light warm brown oak Georgian slant front desk

Located in Casteren, NL

This English slant-front secretary, dating from around 1760–1780, is a fine example of Georgian craftsmanship. The case is constructed with quarter-sawn European summer oak, giving t...

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Late 18th Century George II Antique Desks

Materials

Brass

Natsu Curved Oak Desk with Lacquered Accents and Side Storage
Natsu Curved Oak Desk with Lacquered Accents and Side Storage

Natsu Curved Oak Desk with Lacquered Accents and Side Storage

Located in Baguim Do Monte, PT

Natsu Curved Oak Desk with Lacquered Accents and Side Storage The Natsu Desk combines refined elegance with practical functionality. Crafted in oak veneer and enhanced by subtle lac...

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2010s Portuguese Modern Desks

Materials

Oak, Lacquer

Beautiful Mid century danish modern teak and oak desk with 6 drawers
Beautiful Mid century danish modern teak and oak desk with 6 drawers

Beautiful Mid century danish modern teak and oak desk with 6 drawers

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century danish modern teak desk with 6 drawers with curved brass handles. This danish desk has (2) drawers on each side with symmetrical design. The top has a beautiful teak wood...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Oak, Teak

Vintage mid century modern exquisite Danish teak wood desk
Vintage mid century modern exquisite Danish teak wood desk

Vintage mid century modern exquisite Danish teak wood desk

Located in Phoenix, AZ

1960s Danish teak wood desk. Excellent mid century modern floating style with sculptural legs and handles. Features three drawers on the right and a filing drawer on the left. There ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Teak

French Provincial Style Secretary Desk w/ Lattice Doors
French Provincial Style Secretary Desk w/ Lattice Doors

French Provincial Style Secretary Desk w/ Lattice Doors

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Cherry Wood, Brass Handles & Hardware Dimensions: 59”H x 30”W x 17.50”D Table Height: 29 This French Provincial style secretary des...

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1960s American French Provincial Vintage Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique 19th century warm brown English Oak Georgian  Slant-Front Desk
Antique 19th century warm brown English Oak Georgian  Slant-Front Desk

Antique 19th century warm brown English Oak Georgian Slant-Front Desk

Located in Casteren, NL

This English slant-front secretary desk, crafted around 1800, is a fine example of late Georgian furniture (circa 1760–1820). This style is characterized by restrained elegance, clean lines, and refined craftsmanship, combining practicality with aesthetic balance. The desk is made entirely of solid European summer oak—an unmistakable mark of quality, especially since similar desks often feature pine for their interior components. The warm, deep brown color, rich patina, and soft sheen give the piece a distinctive and authentic character. The fall-front is a flat panel fitted with its original brass escutcheon and a working lock. When opened, the writing surface is supported by the two outer top drawers, creating a stable and spacious workspace. The interior is beautifully arranged: directly behind the writing surface lies a recessed well, and behind it a central compartment enclosed by a door, complete with matching working lock and key. Flanking this central section are six small drawers, with open pigeonholes positioned above them, tucked beneath a finely scalloped valance—an elegant layout for organizing correspondence and writing tools. The construction reveals traditional craftsmanship, including exposed dovetail joints connecting the sides to the top. The drawers are fitted with finely pierced brass hardware, and all locks—on the drawers, fall-front, and interior compartment—operate with a single original key, a rare and telling detail of the desk’s authenticity. The piece stands on classic bracket feet, typical of the period. The desk is in excellent condition with no defects. It was gently cleaned and treated with a fresh layer of protective wax in our workshop. This graceful historic desk...

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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Desks

Materials

Brass

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Executive Desk
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Executive Desk

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Executive Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desig...

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1960s Danish Other Vintage Desks

Materials

Brass

Mummenthaler & Meier Switzerland 1960's Vintage Magic Box Folding Secretary Desk
Mummenthaler & Meier Switzerland 1960's Vintage Magic Box Folding Secretary Desk

Mummenthaler & Meier Switzerland 1960's Vintage Magic Box Folding Secretary Desk

Located in Nottingham, GB

Mummenthaler & Meier “Magic Box” Secretary Desk – Swiss Mid-Century Masterpiece, 1960s We are delighted to offer this exceptional “Magic Box” secretary desk by master Swiss makers M...

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Mid-20th Century Desks

Materials

Wood

Bunny Williams Home Sofia Desk
Bunny Williams Home Sofia Desk

Bunny Williams Home Sofia Desk

By Bunny Williams Home

Located in New York, NY

Our Sofia desk is defined by both its warm, grey-washed oak finish, and its writing surface surrounded by rounded dentil moulding, an elevated work space complemented by refined tape...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Danish Teak “Magic Box” Secretary
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak “Magic Box” Secretary

Mid Century Modern Danish Teak “Magic Box” Secretary

Located in Oakwood, GA

Mid Century Modern Danish Teak "Magic Box" Secretary, 45"H Authentic Mid-Century Modern Danish design "Magic Box" transforming secretary cabinet Expansive pull-out writing/work surfa...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

1920s William And Mary Style Carved Walnut Executive Desk By R.G. Kittinger
1920s William And Mary Style Carved Walnut Executive Desk By R.G. Kittinger

1920s William And Mary Style Carved Walnut Executive Desk By R.G. Kittinger

By Kittinger

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is an incredible piece! It is a heavily carved walnut William and Mary style desk by R.G. Kittinger. This was crafted during the 1920s, the Golden Age of American furniture. It ...

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Early 20th Century American William and Mary Desks

Materials

Brass

George Nakashima Inspired Walnut Desk by Boyd & Allister
George Nakashima Inspired Walnut Desk by Boyd & Allister

George Nakashima Inspired Walnut Desk by Boyd & Allister

By Boyd & Allister

Located in Santa Fe, NM

A walnut desk inspired by George Nakashima’s desk design of the late 1950’s. The desk is built in solid walnut with an exceptional live edge walnut slab top complimented by Wenge but...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Brass

Antique English Georgian Mahogany Lady's Writing Desk Occasional Side Table 19Ct
Antique English Georgian Mahogany Lady's Writing Desk Occasional Side Table 19Ct

Antique English Georgian Mahogany Lady's Writing Desk Occasional Side Table 19Ct

Located in Dublin, Ireland

A Very Imposing example of an English Georgian flame mahogany rectangular Lady’s twin drawer Desk or occasional side table of compact proportions. Circa 1800-1820. The rectangular ...

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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Desks

Materials

Mahogany

1960’s Ejgil Petersen EP401 Executive Writing Desk - Kai Kristiansen
1960’s Ejgil Petersen EP401 Executive Writing Desk - Kai Kristiansen

1960’s Ejgil Petersen EP401 Executive Writing Desk - Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Bern, BE

1960’s Ejgil Petersen EP401 Executive Writing Desk. Lockable drawers with original key. Three pull out drawers located on the seating side. Three book / decor shelves on the open sid...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Modern Butterscotch Mosaic 2-Drawer Desk with Chocolate Oak by Ercole Home
Modern Butterscotch Mosaic 2-Drawer Desk with Chocolate Oak by Ercole Home

Modern Butterscotch Mosaic 2-Drawer Desk with Chocolate Oak by Ercole Home

By Ercole Home

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This is a very attractive and functional piece to be used as a writing desk or vanity in a modern home. Rich, warm, and modern, this desk can add sleek comfort to your space. Handcr...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks

Materials

Art Glass, Cut Glass, Oak

19th Century George III Style Mahogany Partners Desk
19th Century George III Style Mahogany Partners Desk

19th Century George III Style Mahogany Partners Desk

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Antique George III style mahogany partners desk with leather top, 19th century. With an inset tooled green leather top, two pedestals each with 5 drawers on each side with cock beade...

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19th Century English George III Antique Desks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mid Century Art Deco Vanity or Desk with Mirror in Pine
Vintage Mid Century Art Deco Vanity or Desk with Mirror in Pine

Vintage Mid Century Art Deco Vanity or Desk with Mirror in Pine

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A funky art deco vanity with mirror. Solid pine with period deco hardware. Mirror has some small dark spot from age. All in all very good condition. Price includes both vanity & mirr...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Mirror, Pine

19th Century Spanish Vargueno Desk, Hand-Carved Walnut
19th Century Spanish Vargueno Desk, Hand-Carved Walnut

19th Century Spanish Vargueno Desk, Hand-Carved Walnut

Located in Winter Park, FL

An early 19th century Spanish vargueno, (also spelled bargueño) or traditional portable writing desk and cabinet, made of hand-planed solid walnut. The drop front opens to an interio...

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Early 18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Desks

Materials

Wrought Iron

20th Century Art Nouveau Walnut Extendable Table. Vienna, c. 1900/10.
20th Century Art Nouveau Walnut Extendable Table. Vienna, c. 1900/10.

20th Century Art Nouveau Walnut Extendable Table. Vienna, c. 1900/10.

Located in Vienna, AT

Rare Large Viennese Art Nouveau Extendable Dining Table Vienna, circa 1900–1910 We are pleased to present an exceptional and rare large-scale Viennese Art Nouveau extendable dining ...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Desks

Materials

Brass

Art Deco  Secretary Cabinet  Desk in Book Matched  Walnut by Gilbert Rohde
Art Deco  Secretary Cabinet  Desk in Book Matched  Walnut by Gilbert Rohde

Art Deco Secretary Cabinet Desk in Book Matched Walnut by Gilbert Rohde

By Gilbert Rohde

Located in New York, NY

This rare and captivating Art Deco Drop Front Secreter Desk in Book-matched Hand-Rubbed Walnut is by the esteemed furniture designer Gilbert Rohde and originates from the United Stat...

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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Desks

Materials

Walnut

French 19th Century Louis XVI Desk
French 19th Century Louis XVI Desk

French 19th Century Louis XVI Desk

Located in Stockbridge, GA

This wonderful Louis XVI Desk is made of blond mahogany with a mustard color leather top.

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Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desks

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Mid century danish modern teak desk with 3 drawers
Mid century danish modern teak desk with 3 drawers

Mid century danish modern teak desk with 3 drawers

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century danish modern teak desk with 3 drawers And lower brace. This danish desk has (2) upper drawers and (1) lower deep file drawer. The top has a beautiful teak wood grain wit...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Oak, Teak

Antique Italian Louis XVI Walnut Bronze Leather Partner’s Writing Desk
Antique Italian Louis XVI Walnut Bronze Leather Partner’s Writing Desk

Antique Italian Louis XVI Walnut Bronze Leather Partner’s Writing Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An impressive antique Italian writing desk or partner’s desk, distinguished by richly figured walnut veneers, extensive geometric marquetry, bronze mounts, and a large burgundy leath...

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Early 20th Century Italian Louis XVI Desks

Materials

Bronze

George III Oak Slant Top Desk
George III Oak Slant Top Desk

George III Oak Slant Top Desk

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

George III oak slant top desk, early 19th century. With a slant top, interior of desk with prospect door flanked by letter boxes, cubby holes, one long drawer, two drawers side by si...

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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian French Inlaid Rosewood Freestanding Bureau/Desk
Antique Victorian French Inlaid Rosewood Freestanding Bureau/Desk

Antique Victorian French Inlaid Rosewood Freestanding Bureau/Desk

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique Victorian French inlaid rosewood freestanding bureau/desk having the original gilt metal gallery above a devine shaped inlaid marquetry fall opening to reveal a fitted interi...

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19th Century French Victorian Antique Desks

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Rosewood

Antique RJ Horner Figural Carved Mahogany Griffin Library Table Partners Desk
Antique RJ Horner Figural Carved Mahogany Griffin Library Table Partners Desk

Antique RJ Horner Figural Carved Mahogany Griffin Library Table Partners Desk

By R.J. Horner & Co.

Located in Dayton, OH

An exceptionally carved mahogany partners desk by R.J. Horner & Co, circa 1890s. Drawing inspiration from Victorian & Italian Baroque Styling. Features a serpentine form with carved ...

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19th Century American High Victorian Antique Desks

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Mahogany

Antique French Louis XIII Style Oak Writing Table or Side Table, Late 19th C.
Antique French Louis XIII Style Oak Writing Table or Side Table, Late 19th C.

Antique French Louis XIII Style Oak Writing Table or Side Table, Late 19th C.

Located in Astoria, NY

An antique French Louis XIII style oak table sourced in Provence, dating to the late 19th century. Structurally revised in our workshop and finished with a fresh wax, the table prese...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Desks

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Oak

Mid-Century Modern Italian Writing Desk, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Italian Writing Desk, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Italian Writing Desk, 1960s

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Italian desk from the 1960s, restored and shellac polished. Note the brass handles and feet, the green glass top with original period adhesive paper underneath and the black painted ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Brass, Iron

Arts & Crafts Quarter Sawn Oak Paneled Roll Top Desk With Full Interior C1910
Arts & Crafts Quarter Sawn Oak Paneled Roll Top Desk With Full Interior C1910

Arts & Crafts Quarter Sawn Oak Paneled Roll Top Desk With Full Interior C1910

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Arts & Crafts roll top desk, crafted from distinctive quarter sawn oak, dating to approximately 1910. This piece exemplifies the robust construction and aesthetic principl...

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Early 20th Century Desks

Materials

Oak

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Fredrik Kayser
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Fredrik Kayser

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Fredrik Kayser

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...

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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

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Walnut

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.