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Style: Primitive
Antique Early American 19th Century Pine Plantation Desk
Located in Forney, TX
An early American 19th century pine plantation desk with nicely aged patina. Born in the Mid-Atlantic region / Southern United States, circa 1800s, hand-crafted of solid pine wood with mellow warm tone and rich grain patterns, primitive one-piece construction, having a stepped molded cornice above a tall pair of paneled cabinet doors, opening to reveal an interior fitted with shelves and divided slots for documents, plank boarded back with old metal patch, over a lift-top writing slope with spacious storage underneath, the apron adorned with simple decorative pilasters...
Category

19th Century American Antique Primitive Desks

Materials

Pine

Antique Early American 19th Century Pine Plantation Desk
Antique Early American 19th Century Pine Plantation Desk

Antique Early American 19th Century Pine Plantation Desk

Antique Welsh Primitive Shop Counter
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Antique unadorned Welsh rustic oak shop counter with pine top. It has 2 shelves to the back. Wonderful in a cottage kitchen.
Category

Late 19th Century British Antique Primitive Desks

Materials

Oak, Pine

Antique Welsh Primitive Shop Counter
Antique Welsh Primitive Shop Counter

Antique Welsh Primitive Shop Counter

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Antique English Adams Decorated Satinwood Drop-Front Desk, 18th-19th C

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H 33.47 in W 22.84 in D 23.23 in
English Mahogany Secretary Desk, 19th Century
Located in Southampton, NY
English Mahogany secretary desk, 19th century Three pieces: Crown, upper drawers and lower cabinet. Lowest draw pulls out as a secretary desk. Measures: 21" deep x 46.5" wide x 80....
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19th Century British Antique Primitive Desks

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English Mahogany Secretary Desk, 19th Century

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Antique Greco America Empire Flame Mahogany Quervelle School Secretary 19th C

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H 92.25 in W 43.25 in D 20.75 in
19th Century French Mahogany Writing Desk with Folding Front Part
Located in Sofia, BG
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19th Century French Mahogany Writing Desk with Folding Front Part
19th Century French Mahogany Writing Desk with Folding Front Part

19th Century French Mahogany Writing Desk with Folding Front Part

H 37.8 in W 38.59 in D 20.48 in
H.E. SHAW Antique Early 20th Century Mahogany Georgian Secretary Desk
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Georgian style secretary desk by H.E. Shaw Furniture. Mahogany with brass hardware, wood drawer knobs, scroll pediment top with three finials, an e...
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Brass

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H.E. SHAW Antique Early 20th Century Mahogany Georgian Secretary Desk

H.E. SHAW Antique Early 20th Century Mahogany Georgian Secretary Desk

H 76.5 in W 35 in D 18.25 in
Antique Mahogany Davenport Writing Desk
Located in Benington, Herts
This attractive mahogany Edwardian Davenport / writing desk, circa 1900s has been constructed from quality solid mahogany having a raised back above a fall front moulded edge writing slope with a raised and fielded panelled cupboard door standing on bracket feet. The Davenport's top section has a brass hinged mahogany lift up lid to reveal an original lead lined storage...
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H 38.19 in W 24.02 in D 22.84 in
French 19th Century Inlay Lady’s Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
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Materials

Stone, Marble, Metal, Brass

French 19th Century Inlay Lady’s Desk
French 19th Century Inlay Lady’s Desk

French 19th Century Inlay Lady’s Desk

H 52.13 in W 31.5 in D 17.25 in
French Painted Shop Counter
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Large 19th C French painted pine shop counter / island unit. 1880. Reference: 8138 Dimensions 95 inches (241 cms) Wide 32 inches (81 cms) Deep 37.5 inches (95 cms) High
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19th Century French Antique Primitive Desks

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French Painted Shop Counter
French Painted Shop Counter

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H 37.5 in W 95 in D 32 in
Antique Country French Secretary
Located in Dallas, TX
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Antique Country French Secretary

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H 38 in W 40 in D 19 in
Early 20th Century Oak Store Paneled Counter or Desk w/ Birds Eye Drawer Fronts
Located in Milford, NH
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Antique American 19th Century Painted Clerks Plantation Desk
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Find a broad range of unique Primitive desks for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, 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 and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, chestnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Primitive desks made in a specific country, there are North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 $795 and tops out at $2,450 while the average work can sell for $1,623.

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