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Mid-Century Modern Desks

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer. 

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Paul Evans Patchwork Burl and Steel Cityscape Executive Desk, 1970's
By Paul Evans
Located in Culver City, CA
Some desks hold paper clips. Others hold power. This Paul Evans Cityscape Desk? It’s the power! Designed by the legendary Paul Evans in the 1970s, this monumental, sculptural masterp...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Paul Evans Patchwork Burl and Steel Cityscape Executive Desk, 1970's
Paul Evans Patchwork Burl and Steel Cityscape Executive Desk, 1970's

Paul Evans Patchwork Burl and Steel Cityscape Executive Desk, 1970's

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Rosewood Danish Executive Desk with Tambour Door
Located in San Francisco, CA
Danish executive desk in richly grained Rio rosewood, made in the 1950s or 1960s. The front includes a central drawer and two cupboards with interior pull-out trays, all key-operated...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Rosewood

Rosewood Danish Executive Desk with Tambour Door
Rosewood Danish Executive Desk with Tambour Door

Rosewood Danish Executive Desk with Tambour Door

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California Studio Black Walnut Executive Desk #2
By Jim Sweeney
Located in Oakland, CA
California studio desk handcrafted of beautifully figured black walnut, two drawers with exposed joinery on sides, raised on pedestal base with cross stretcher. The desk has been ful...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

California Studio Black Walnut Executive Desk #2
California Studio Black Walnut Executive Desk #2

California Studio Black Walnut Executive Desk #2

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Mid-Century Modern Desk from the 1960s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a Mid-Century Modern secretary desk in teak veneer from the 1960s. In the lower part, two doors open onto a shelf and a panel drops to reveal a desk space. The upper part ope...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Glass, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Desk from the 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Desk from the 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Desk from the 1960s

Harvey Probber Mid Century Rosewood Curved Executive Desk
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber Mid Century Rosewood Curved Executive Desk This desk measures: 99 wide x 38 deep x 29.25 high, with a chair clearance of 27.75 in...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Harvey Probber Mid Century Rosewood Curved Executive Desk
Harvey Probber Mid Century Rosewood Curved Executive Desk

Harvey Probber Mid Century Rosewood Curved Executive Desk

Jens Risom Style Mid Century Half Round Walnut Executive Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom style mid century half round walnut executive desk The desk measures: 95.5 wide x 47.75 deep x 29 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call rest...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Chrome

Jens Risom Style Mid Century Half Round Walnut Executive Desk
Jens Risom Style Mid Century Half Round Walnut Executive Desk

Jens Risom Style Mid Century Half Round Walnut Executive Desk

Melchiorre Bega Desk, 1950s Italy
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Italian desk in a beautiful caramel wood. Four pull-out drawers flank each side of the desk. Angular extension on the left side of the desk for extra writing space and fanta...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Melchiorre Bega Desk, 1950s Italy
Melchiorre Bega Desk, 1950s Italy

Melchiorre Bega Desk, 1950s Italy

Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Italy, 1970s Black Leather and Steel Desk.
By Guido Faleschini
Located in London, GB
Black leather covered executive desk designed by Guido Faleschini and manufactured by Mariani, Italy. The desk has chromed steel edges and a steel channel in which a black enamelled...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Italy, 1970s Black Leather and Steel Desk.
Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Italy, 1970s Black Leather and Steel Desk.

Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Italy, 1970s Black Leather and Steel Desk.

Dyrlund Skyline Mid Century Danish Rosewood Executive Desk
By Dyrlund
Located in Countryside, IL
Dyrlund Skyline Mid Century Danish Rosewood Executive Desk This desk measures: 83 wide x 39 deep x 30 high, with a chair clearance of 26 inches All pieces of furniture can be had i...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Dyrlund Skyline Mid Century Danish Rosewood Executive Desk
Dyrlund Skyline Mid Century Danish Rosewood Executive Desk

Dyrlund Skyline Mid Century Danish Rosewood Executive Desk

Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Secretary for Bernini, 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Secretary for Bernini, 1950s
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Secretary for Bernini, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Secretary for Bernini, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Secretary for Bernini, 1950s

Desk in Wood by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Residence Vips
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful wooden desk made by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Residence Vips in the 70's. The desk is made entirely of wood and has hard and minimalist lines. It is composed of 6 smaller ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Desk in Wood by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Residence Vips
Desk in Wood by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Residence Vips

Desk in Wood by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Residence Vips

Split Bamboo Desk & Matching Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful desk and matching chair made with split bamboo. Beautiful color and design. Unmarked. Measurements: Desk. 48.50 inches wide x 23.50 inches deep x 30.75 inches high. Knee...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo

Split Bamboo Desk & Matching Chair
Split Bamboo Desk & Matching Chair

Split Bamboo Desk & Matching Chair

Danish Modern Model 68 Secretary Desk in Teak by Arne Wahl Iversen Vinde, 1960's
By Vinde Møbelfabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a freshly restored Model 68 secretary desk designed in the 1960s by the influential Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Møbelfabrik. Constructed from a mix of solid and veneered ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Teak, Paint

Danish Modern Model 68 Secretary Desk in Teak by Arne Wahl Iversen Vinde, 1960's
Danish Modern Model 68 Secretary Desk in Teak by Arne Wahl Iversen Vinde, 1960's

Danish Modern Model 68 Secretary Desk in Teak by Arne Wahl Iversen Vinde, 1960's

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century walnut executive desk This desk measures: 62 wide x 28 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk

Ivanhoe Desk with Pencil Drawers by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ivanhoe desk features a cantilevered base with open display shelves. Available in American walnut or white oak and drawers are available upon request. The Lawson-Fenning Collec...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Oak

Ivanhoe Desk with Pencil Drawers by Lawson-Fenning
Ivanhoe Desk with Pencil Drawers by Lawson-Fenning

Ivanhoe Desk with Pencil Drawers by Lawson-Fenning

Karl Springer Style Lacquer Parchment Desk
By Karl Springer
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Here is a very handsome desk or writing table in the style of Karl Springer. The desk is not marked, so we're unsure of its maker and designer. However, we've seen similar examples o...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Lacquer

Karl Springer Style Lacquer Parchment Desk
Karl Springer Style Lacquer Parchment Desk

Karl Springer Style Lacquer Parchment Desk

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Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century teak closable locking teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss Mummenthaler and Meier. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect all...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier

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Merton L. Gershun Walnut Writing Desk for American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Merton L. Gershun walnut writing desk for American of Martinsville. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing h...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Merton L. Gershun Walnut Writing Desk for American of Martinsville
Merton L. Gershun Walnut Writing Desk for American of Martinsville

Merton L. Gershun Walnut Writing Desk for American of Martinsville

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Mid-Century Modern Desk, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Desk, 1960s
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

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

Mid-Century Modern Desk, 1960s

Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Jens Risom (Danish American,1916-2016) Mid-Century Modern walnut writing desk. Features 2 drawers with beautiful walnut handles. Key include...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk
Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk

Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk

Studio BBPR for Olivetti Sintesis "Arco" Office 3-Drawer Desk, Italy 1960s
By Studio BBPR, Olivetti
Located in Naples, IT
Desk Mod. "Arco" designed by Studio BBPR for Olivetti Sintesis in 1963. The desk has an iron frame and base on one side and has a case containing 3 drawers and the original metal was...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Iron

Studio BBPR for Olivetti Sintesis "Arco" Office 3-Drawer Desk, Italy 1960s
Studio BBPR for Olivetti Sintesis "Arco" Office 3-Drawer Desk, Italy 1960s

Studio BBPR for Olivetti Sintesis "Arco" Office 3-Drawer Desk, Italy 1960s

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Rosewood table desk on Bronze plinth bases
By Dunbar Furniture, Roger Sprunger
Located in Ferndale, MI
Purchased from the estate of the original owner . Fine rosewood executive desk designed by Roger Lee Sprunger . Sprunger was head of Design at Dunbar following Edward Wormley . The ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Bronze

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Rosewood table desk on Bronze plinth bases
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Rosewood table desk on Bronze plinth bases

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Rosewood table desk on Bronze plinth bases

Peter Løvig Nielsen for Laurits M Larsen Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk
By Laurits M. Larsen, Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Pasadena, TX
Peter Løvig Nielsen for Laurits M Larsen Scandinavian Modern teak desk, Designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen for Laurits M Larsen. This desk has a shelf t...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Peter Løvig Nielsen for Laurits M Larsen Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk
Peter Løvig Nielsen for Laurits M Larsen Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk

Peter Løvig Nielsen for Laurits M Larsen Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk

Italian Designer, Desk, Teak, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and brass desk or secretaire designed and produced by an Italian Designer, Italy, 1940s.
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Italian Designer, Desk, Teak, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Italian Designer, Desk, Teak, Brass, Italy, 1940s

Italian Designer, Desk, Teak, Brass, Italy, 1940s

Gio Ponti Desk & Wall Shelf for Forli Administrative Offices, Gio Ponti Archives
By Gio Ponti
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Designer & Manufacturer: Gio Ponti (Italian, 1891-1979) Markings: Amministrazione Provenciale Florli label Country of Origin & Materials: Italy; fruitwood, laminate, beech, brass Dim...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Gio Ponti Desk & Wall Shelf for Forli Administrative Offices, Gio Ponti Archives
Gio Ponti Desk & Wall Shelf for Forli Administrative Offices, Gio Ponti Archives

Gio Ponti Desk & Wall Shelf for Forli Administrative Offices, Gio Ponti Archives

Heywood Wakefield Trimline Desk & Chair Kem Weber Design
By Heywood-Wakefield Co., Kem Weber
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Heywood Wakefield Trimline desk & chair Kem Weber Design : U.s.a Period: 1950 full restored.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Chrome

Heywood Wakefield Trimline Desk & Chair Kem Weber Design
Heywood Wakefield Trimline Desk & Chair Kem Weber Design

Heywood Wakefield Trimline Desk & Chair Kem Weber Design

1960's Mid-Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Style Teak Desk
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Kai Kristiansen, Arne Vodder
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage original Midcentury Modern desk for sale. Manufactured in the 1960's, and made in Denmark. Made of teak, and has been refinished. It has two drawers, and has the sculpted sol...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

1960's Mid-Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Style Teak Desk
1960's Mid-Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Style Teak Desk

1960's Mid-Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Style Teak Desk

Salterini Atr. Wrought Iron Wrap Around Vanity Dressing Table Glass Shelves Mint
By Frederic Weinberg, John Salterini
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Glass measures 3/8'' in thickness.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Iron

Salterini Atr. Wrought Iron Wrap Around Vanity Dressing Table Glass Shelves Mint
Salterini Atr. Wrought Iron Wrap Around Vanity Dressing Table Glass Shelves Mint

Salterini Atr. Wrought Iron Wrap Around Vanity Dressing Table Glass Shelves Mint

Janette Laverrière and Maurice Pré, Bureau in Blond Oak and Skai, circa 1958
By Maurice Pré, Janette Laverrière
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Bureau in steps of Maurice Pre and Janette Laverrière 1958 in blond oak embellished with red skai of origin, the opened flap serves as office, small...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Faux Leather, Oak

Janette Laverrière and Maurice Pré, Bureau in Blond Oak and Skai, circa 1958
Janette Laverrière and Maurice Pré, Bureau in Blond Oak and Skai, circa 1958

Janette Laverrière and Maurice Pré, Bureau in Blond Oak and Skai, circa 1958

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key
By Jean Gillon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning closable and lockable rosewood writing desk. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect all your documents. Opened, it has a large teak writing top that ex...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key
Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key

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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

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

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Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut Boomerang Executive Desk
By The Standard Furniture Company
Located in Countryside, IL
Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut Boomerang Executive Desk This desk measures: 103.5 wide x 41.5 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 27.5 inches All pieces of furniture c...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut Boomerang Executive Desk
Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut Boomerang Executive Desk

Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut Boomerang Executive Desk

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Large Midcentury Italian Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This impressive executive desk by the 1950s Italian designer, Vittorio Dassi, features a very comfortable 1.5 cm thick floating glass top, unde...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Large Midcentury Italian Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi
Large Midcentury Italian Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi

Large Midcentury Italian Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi

Stainless Steel and Burl Wood Desk by Leon Rosen for Pace, 1980s
By Pace Furniture Company, Leon Rosen
Located in Hamburg, PA
A monumental Demi Lune Executive's Desk designed by Leon Rosen for Pace. This stunning desk has matchbook burl wood veneer which creates a beautiful surface. The warmth of the wood w...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel and Burl Wood Desk by Leon Rosen for Pace, 1980s
Stainless Steel and Burl Wood Desk by Leon Rosen for Pace, 1980s

Stainless Steel and Burl Wood Desk by Leon Rosen for Pace, 1980s

Mid Century Arne Vodder L-Shaped Rosewood Desk for Sibast, 1960
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Mid Century Rosewood desk designed by Arne Vodder, showcasing the elegance and functionalism that are hallmarks of his work. The desk is a substantial piece, featuring a spacious tab...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Mid Century Arne Vodder L-Shaped Rosewood Desk for Sibast, 1960
Mid Century Arne Vodder L-Shaped Rosewood Desk for Sibast, 1960

Mid Century Arne Vodder L-Shaped Rosewood Desk for Sibast, 1960

Vintage Swedish Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Cabinet Drop Leaf Desk Secretary
Located in Atlanta, GA
Good things do come in small packages! In a great size to fit almost anywhere, this multifunctional cabinet gives you shelf space, drawers and ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Swedish Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Cabinet Drop Leaf Desk Secretary
Vintage Swedish Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Cabinet Drop Leaf Desk Secretary

Vintage Swedish Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Cabinet Drop Leaf Desk Secretary

Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut Boomerang Executive Desk
By The Standard Furniture Company
Located in Countryside, IL
Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut Boomerang Executive Desk This desk measures: 103.5 wide x 41.5 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 27.5 inches All pieces of furniture c...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut Boomerang Executive Desk
Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut Boomerang Executive Desk

Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut Boomerang Executive Desk

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk with Drop Leaves and File Cabinet
By Edward Wormley
Located in Bradenton, FL
Handsome 1950's mid-century modern Dunbar Desk and Wheeled Pedestal Filing Cabinet, Designed by Edward Wormley. The two-drawer filing cabinet can be placed under the desk to either side or wheeled out for easy access. Desk with drop leaf...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk with Drop Leaves and File Cabinet
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk with Drop Leaves and File Cabinet

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk with Drop Leaves and File Cabinet

Bond Burled Wood and Lucite Desk
By Jonathan Adler
Located in New York, NY
Timelessly chic. A Minimalist world of burled wood, acrylic panels, and stainless steel. Pieced, burled mappa wood floats between Lucite legs with stainless...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Bond Burled Wood and Lucite Desk
Bond Burled Wood and Lucite Desk

Bond Burled Wood and Lucite Desk

Bent Silberg Mobler Mid Century Danish Teak Desk
By Bent Silberg Mobler
Located in Countryside, IL
Bent Silberg Mobler mid century Danish teak desk The desk measures: 51.25 wide x 23.75 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 26 inches All pieces of furniture can be had in...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Bent Silberg Mobler Mid Century Danish Teak Desk
Bent Silberg Mobler Mid Century Danish Teak Desk

Bent Silberg Mobler Mid Century Danish Teak Desk

Desk by Jens Risom, Blonde Wood, Blue Drawer Fronts, Chrome Pulls, Laminate Top
By Jens Risom
Located in Kansas City, MO
Jens Risom desk for Risom Designs. Birch wood case, light blue lacquered drawer fronts, chrome pulls, brass feet, and virtually indestructible Laminate top. Condition is good and com...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Desk by Jens Risom, Blonde Wood, Blue Drawer Fronts, Chrome Pulls, Laminate Top
Desk by Jens Risom, Blonde Wood, Blue Drawer Fronts, Chrome Pulls, Laminate Top

Desk by Jens Risom, Blonde Wood, Blue Drawer Fronts, Chrome Pulls, Laminate Top

Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Executive Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Executive Desk This desk measures: 65 wide x 36 deep x 30 high, with a chair clearance of 28.25 inches All pieces of furniture can be had in what we c...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Executive Desk
Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Executive Desk

Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Executive Desk

Johnson Carper Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk with Sculpted Drawers
By Johnson Carper
Located in East Freetown, MA
Johnson Carper Mid=Century Modern wooden desk with seven concave front drawers that pull out easily without drawer pulls. Desk has four peg legs and formica top.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Johnson Carper Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk with Sculpted Drawers
Johnson Carper Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk with Sculpted Drawers

Johnson Carper Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk with Sculpted Drawers

Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Model EP 401 MCM Danish Rosewood Executive Desk
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Countryside, IL
Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Model EP 401 Mid Century Danish Rosewood Executive Desk This desk measures: 61 wide x 29.5 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance of 27 inches All ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Chrome

Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Model EP 401 MCM Danish Rosewood Executive Desk
Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Model EP 401 MCM Danish Rosewood Executive Desk

Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Model EP 401 MCM Danish Rosewood Executive Desk

Paul Frankl American Mid-Century Fall Front Walnut Skyscraper Desk
By Paul Frankl
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century walnut fall-front skyscraper desk with a main multi-shelved cabinet flanked on either side by additional shelving units with a central panel that falls forward t...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Paul Frankl American Mid-Century Fall Front Walnut Skyscraper Desk
Paul Frankl American Mid-Century Fall Front Walnut Skyscraper Desk

Paul Frankl American Mid-Century Fall Front Walnut Skyscraper Desk

Monteverdi Young Demi Lune Executive Desk
By Monteverdi-Young
Located in Alhambra, CA
Incredibly rare Monteverdi Young Demi-Lune executive desk. Gorgeous mahogany & walnut construction. Features multiple drawers and plenty of file and office supply storage. Rare piece...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Monteverdi Young Demi Lune Executive Desk
Monteverdi Young Demi Lune Executive Desk

Monteverdi Young Demi Lune Executive Desk

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Countryside, IL
John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk This desk measures: 54 wide x 33 deep x 35.5 high, with a chair clearance of 25.75 inches The height to the des...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Chrome

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk
John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk

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De Coene Black Oak Desk from 1970
By De Coene Frères
Located in Brussels, BE
Desk or Dining Table, With Four drawers in Black Oak painted, Made by De Coene in 1970, original and good condition.
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1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Oak

De Coene Black Oak Desk from 1970
De Coene Black Oak Desk from 1970

De Coene Black Oak Desk from 1970

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Rare Midcentury Paul McCobb 1562 Drop Lid Desk with Organizer Maple T Pulls
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Paul McCobb planner group #1562 drop lid desk with Rare organizer inside and adjustable glass shelf blonde maple finish T-pulls all solid maple. Flip down front door is des...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Rare Midcentury Paul McCobb 1562 Drop Lid Desk with Organizer Maple T Pulls
Rare Midcentury Paul McCobb 1562 Drop Lid Desk with Organizer Maple T Pulls

Rare Midcentury Paul McCobb 1562 Drop Lid Desk with Organizer Maple T Pulls

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Bruce Burdick for Herman Miller Mid Century Executive Desk
By Herman Miller, Bruce Burdick
Located in Countryside, IL
Bruce Burdick for Herman Miller Mid Century Executive Desk This desk measures: 135 wide x 87 deep x 31 high, with a two chair clearances of 25.75 and 28.75 inches All pieces of fur...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

Bruce Burdick for Herman Miller Mid Century Executive Desk
Bruce Burdick for Herman Miller Mid Century Executive Desk

Bruce Burdick for Herman Miller Mid Century Executive Desk

Danish Modern Executive Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen
By Arne Vodder, H.P. Hansen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The stunning Danish modern executive teak desk was designed by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen in Denmark, circa the 1960s. This rectangular desk shows wonderful details that are very well executed. Features a pull-out dovetailed drawer and a file drawer, all integrated with original solid steel handles. On the opposite side of the desk, there's a modesty panel, showcasing teak...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Danish Modern Executive Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen
Danish Modern Executive Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen

Danish Modern Executive Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen

Desk attributed to Silvio Cavatorta
By 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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

Desk attributed to Silvio Cavatorta
Desk attributed to Silvio Cavatorta

Desk attributed to Silvio Cavatorta

Guillerme & Chambron Corner Desk in Dark Oak and Black Stone
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, corner writing desk, oak, stone, France, 1960s A design by Guillerme et Chambron, featuring a corner desk crafted primarily from dark stained...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Stone

Guillerme & Chambron Corner Desk in Dark Oak and Black Stone
Guillerme & Chambron Corner Desk in Dark Oak and Black Stone

Guillerme & Chambron Corner Desk in Dark Oak and Black Stone

Style of Milo Baughman by John Stewart X-Profile Two Drawer Desk
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Retailed by John Stewart, heavily influenced by the designs of Milo Baughman. This modest-scale desk features two drawers and has original finishes intact. The original white enamel ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Enamel, Chrome

Style of Milo Baughman by John Stewart X-Profile Two Drawer Desk
Style of Milo Baughman by John Stewart X-Profile Two Drawer Desk

Style of Milo Baughman by John Stewart X-Profile Two Drawer Desk

Modern Pavia 2-Drawer Desk with Ivory Glass and White 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. Handcra...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

Modern Pavia 2-Drawer Desk with Ivory Glass and White Oak by Ercole Home

Modern Pavia 2-Drawer Desk with Ivory Glass and White Oak by Ercole Home

Bamboo and wicker writing desk
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Beautiful bamboo and wicker desk, Year 1960. This desk is made of wicker with bamboo edges. This desk can be placed either in the center of a room or positioned attached to the wa...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Bamboo and wicker writing desk
Bamboo and wicker writing desk

Bamboo and wicker writing desk

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Rosewood and Mahogany Rolltop Desk
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful Dunbar roll top desk designed by Edward Wormley.. It features two roll top tambour sections and a center flat section. There are three...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Rosewood and Mahogany Rolltop Desk
Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Rosewood and Mahogany Rolltop Desk

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Rosewood and Mahogany Rolltop Desk

Mid-Century Large Executive Wooden Desk by Fabio Lenci for Bernini, Italy, 1960s
By Fabio Lenci
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Large Executive Wooden Desk by Fabio Lenci for Bernini, Italy, 1960s
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Large Executive Wooden Desk by Fabio Lenci for Bernini, Italy, 1960s
Mid-Century Large Executive Wooden Desk by Fabio Lenci for Bernini, Italy, 1960s

Mid-Century Large Executive Wooden Desk by Fabio Lenci for Bernini, Italy, 1960s

Midcentury Modern Wooden Desk by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
Located in Madrid, ES
Hardwood writing desk designed by Gianfranco Frattini and produced by Bernini, Italy. The desk features a removable top part with extra drawers and storage compartments. This desk ca...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Hardwood

Midcentury Modern Wooden Desk by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini
Midcentury Modern Wooden Desk by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini

Midcentury Modern Wooden Desk by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini

Vintage Danish Georg Petersens Cantilevered Rosewood Desk
By Georg Petersens
Located in west palm beach, FL
Exceptional vintage MCM Danish desk by Georg Petersens, crafted from rich rosewood with a striking cantilevered design. A perfect blend of form and function, this sleek piece showcas...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Danish Georg Petersens Cantilevered Rosewood Desk
Vintage Danish Georg Petersens Cantilevered Rosewood Desk

Vintage Danish Georg Petersens Cantilevered Rosewood Desk

Edward Wormley for Dunbar MCM Model 452 Rosewood Tambour Door Executive Desk
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar mid century Model 452 Rosewood Tambour door executive desk This desk measures: 74.5 wide x 28 deep x 35 high, with a chair clearance of 24 inches All ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar MCM Model 452 Rosewood Tambour Door Executive Desk
Edward Wormley for Dunbar MCM Model 452 Rosewood Tambour Door Executive Desk

Edward Wormley for Dunbar MCM Model 452 Rosewood Tambour Door Executive Desk

Hand-Painted Lacquered Console/Desk by Alessandro for Baker, circa 1980
By Alessandro for Baker Furniture
Located in Wichita, KS
A rare desk / console table designed by European designer and artist Alessandro Gambalogna, known as “Alessandro,” for Baker Furniture in the 1980's. This piece features a lacquered faux tessellated bone finish with an inset cream leather top. It has a substantial rectangular tabletop with sculptural, curved legs and one center drawer. To View all of our listings at Tiffany Farha Design...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Leather, Wood

Hand-Painted Lacquered Console/Desk by Alessandro for Baker, circa 1980
Hand-Painted Lacquered Console/Desk by Alessandro for Baker, circa 1980

Hand-Painted Lacquered Console/Desk by Alessandro for Baker, circa 1980

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Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century teak closable locking teak writing desk Similar to the Magic Box desk. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect all your documents. Opened. This desk ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Teak

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark
Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark

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Mid-Century Modern AT-305 Desk by Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck, 1950s
By CFC Silkeborg, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Design desk Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Danish vintage desk. A classic! This model AT-305 was designed in 1955 by Hans J. Wegner en and produced and branded by Adreas Tuck. The design desk has an oak base with three drawers. The right drawer can be locked and the left drawer has a pen tray. See pictures. The top is made of teak with folding drawers...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Oak, Teak

Mid-Century Modern AT-305 Desk by Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern AT-305 Desk by Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern AT-305 Desk by Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck, 1950s

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Jacques Adnet Leather Wrapped Faux Bamboo Desk
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Stamford, CT
An exceptional example of Jacques Adnet signature leather wrapped steel design. Adnet developed this hand stitched leather technique at the end of w...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Leather

Jacques Adnet Leather Wrapped Faux Bamboo Desk
Jacques Adnet Leather Wrapped Faux Bamboo Desk

Jacques Adnet Leather Wrapped Faux Bamboo Desk

Mid-Century Modern Desk Sideboard Bureau Secretaire Belgium Design, 1960s
By Jos De Mey
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage Mid-Century Modern desk sideboard, bureau secretaire.The honey-colored sideboard desk has been made of an ash veneer wood and brass feet. It ...
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1960s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Desk Sideboard Bureau Secretaire Belgium Design, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Desk Sideboard Bureau Secretaire Belgium Design, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Desk Sideboard Bureau Secretaire Belgium Design, 1960s

Paul McCobb Blond Maple Student Desk (model 1560)
By Paul McCobb
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century blond maple student desk with a rectangular desktop supported on the left by two drawers with circular knob pulls resting on two short...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Paint, Maple

Paul McCobb Blond Maple Student Desk (model 1560)
Paul McCobb Blond Maple Student Desk (model 1560)

Paul McCobb Blond Maple Student Desk (model 1560)

Mid-Century Modern Teak Writing Desk – Handcrafted by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
This stunning mid-century modern executive desk, crafted from premium solid teak wood, embodies timeless sophistication and artisanal excellence. Handcrafted by skilled artisans, it ...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Teak Writing Desk – Handcrafted by Artisanal
Mid-Century Modern Teak Writing Desk – Handcrafted by Artisanal

Mid-Century Modern Teak Writing Desk – Handcrafted by Artisanal

Peter Lovig Mid Century Danish Teak Boomerang Desk
By Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Countryside, IL
Peter Lovig Mid Century Danish Teak Boomerang Desk This desk measures: 59 wide x 35 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 27.5 inches All pieces of furniture can be had in what...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Peter Lovig Mid Century Danish Teak Boomerang Desk
Peter Lovig Mid Century Danish Teak Boomerang Desk

Peter Lovig Mid Century Danish Teak Boomerang Desk

Italian Oyster Burl Three Drawer Sabre Leg Writing Desk
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Mid-Century rectangular writing desk with an oyster burl veneer and three drawers, resting on four sabre legs.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Burl, Wood

Italian Oyster Burl Three Drawer Sabre Leg Writing Desk
Italian Oyster Burl Three Drawer Sabre Leg Writing Desk

Italian Oyster Burl Three Drawer Sabre Leg Writing Desk

Italian Mid-Century Florentine Gilt Desk with Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Florentine Writing Desk with 5 Drawers in Giltwood, Italy 1960's This vintage wooden desk is remarkable with all its detailing including the writing surface featuring a leather faux...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood, Giltwood

Italian Mid-Century Florentine Gilt Desk with Drawers
Italian Mid-Century Florentine Gilt Desk with Drawers

Italian Mid-Century Florentine Gilt Desk with Drawers

American Mid-Century Parsons-Style Rectangular Mahogany Partners Desk
By Parsons
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century Parsons-style rectangular partners desk / table with three low-profile drawers on each side.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

American Mid-Century Parsons-Style Rectangular Mahogany Partners Desk
American Mid-Century Parsons-Style Rectangular Mahogany Partners Desk

American Mid-Century Parsons-Style Rectangular Mahogany Partners Desk

Axel Larsson Designed Bodafors Desk Cabinet Stunning
By Axel Larsson, SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors
Located in New York, NY
This Swedish Modern cabinet was designed by Axel Larsson (1898-1975). It has a drop-down writing flap and has a lock and key (key included). The cabinet has birch & oak wood, and an ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Birch, Oak

Axel Larsson Designed Bodafors Desk Cabinet Stunning
Axel Larsson Designed Bodafors Desk Cabinet Stunning

Axel Larsson Designed Bodafors Desk Cabinet Stunning

Mid-century Modern desks for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern desks for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage desks created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern desks made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original desks, popular names associated with this style include Paul McCobb, George Nelson, Herman Miller, and Arne Vodder. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for desks differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $249 and tops out at $72,000 while the average work can sell for $4,595.

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