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Desks and Writing Tables For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: 1920s
Mid Century Modern Wooden Desk by Vittorio Dassi, Layer of Glass, Italy 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern Wooden Desk by Vittorio Dassi, Layer of Glass, Italy 1950s.
Wonderful desk by the Italian designer Vittorio Dassi in a minimal rational shape. Elegant in design w...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
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Ash, Beech, Oak
Desk in teak and oak "AT-305" by Hans J. Wegner, For Andreas Tuck, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Desk model "AT-305" designed by Hans J. Wegner. Produced in Denmark by Andreas Tuck during the 1950s. Made from mainly solid teak, aside from the table top. Drawers and pulleys in so...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
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Oak, Teak
Gubi by Greta M. Grossman Walnut & Black 62 Desk
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Greta M. Grossman in 1952, the desk was named the 62 for being a decade ahead of its time in its design aesthetic.
Now an iconic piece of mid-century furnit...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
Green German Art Deco Chinoiserie Desk with 2 Drawers and tapered Legs, 1920s
Located in Berlin, DE
Indulge in the allure of the 1920s with this Green German Art Deco Chinoiserie Desk, a fusion of elegance and exotic charm.
Crafted around 1920, this piece seamlessly marries the bo...
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1920s German Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Ole Wanscher Rosewood Desk by A.J. Iversen
Located in Highland, IN
This 1950s Ole Wanscher design by A.J. Iversen is a transitional piece, combining traditional elements of a double pedestal desk with a decidedly modern approach.
The most striking ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
French Farmhouse Painted Distressed Desk c.1920's
Located in London, GB
This French farmhouse painted distressed desk, dates back to the 1920's and exudes French provincial charm. It was sourced from the Loire Valley in ...
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1920s French French Provincial Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine, Paint
Vintage Industrial Steel Desk and Chair
Located in London, GB
A smart and very well made vintage industrial steel desk and chair, made in the Netherlands and dating from the 1950-60’s.
They are of super quality and are very functional. The des...
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1950s Dutch Industrial Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
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Steel
Georgian Revival Walnut Lowboy Writing Side Table of Antique Quality from circa
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Crafted around 1920, this walnut lowboy serves as a versatile piece—suitable for use as a writing, side, or dressing table—a fine example of Georgian revival design.
Robust and stab...
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1920s Georgian Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
1950s beech and oak desk
Located in Milano, IT
Desk with column drawers and open shelves. Oak veneer wood, stained beech wood details and frame. Good conditions.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Beech, Oak
French modernist oak desk in the style of Guillerme and Chambron
Located in Lyon, FR
French modernist desk from the 50s in the style of the work of Guillerme & Chambron. This solid oak desk consists of a column of three drawers and two retractable shelves. Sober and ...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
1950s Mid Century Maple Double Pedestal Desk by Paul McCobb/Planner Group
By Paul McCobb
Located in Buffalo, NY
Midcentury maple double pedestal desk by Paul McCobb for Planner Group manufactured in the United States, circa 1950s. This modernist desk is beautifully constructed from the finest ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Ole Wanscher Writing Desk of Mahogany by Cabinetmaker A. J. Iversen Denmark 1950
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Free standing writing desk with 5 drawers designed by Ole Wanscher (1903-1985).
The desk is made of lacquered mahogany with inside frame of oak.
The handles are made of solid brass ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Cees Braakman EU01 Japanese Series desk Pastoe The Netherlands 1958
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful shaped writing desk model EU01 of the Japanese Series designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, The Netherlands 1958. This minimalistic desk is made of teak wood and has a blac...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Andre Cordemeijer model 3803 desk white Gispen The Netherlands 1959
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Very nice industrial desk model 3803 designed by Andre Cordemeijer and manufactured by Gispen Culemborg, The Netherlands 1959. This iconic desk is made of light and medium grey lacqu...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Large wood and brass Desk by Vittorio Dassi, Italy, 1950s
Located in Argelato, BO
Large wood and brass desk by Vittorio Dassi, Italy, 1950s
Large Mid-Century Wood and Brass desk by Vittorio Dassi, Italy, 1950s
The monumental desk is characterized by its extremel...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
1950s Italian Design Desk by Vittorio Dassi - Exquisite, Elegant, and Restored
Located in Rome, IT
Presenting a 1950s Italian desk, a masterpiece of modern design attributed to Vittorio Dassi. Crafted with precision in high-quality Italian cabinetry, this desk seamlessly blends t...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Antique Burr Walnut Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique leather top pedestal desk in burr walnut. This is in the Georgian style, it dates from around the 1930-50’s.
The quality is superb, this has a gorgeous inset leat...
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1950s British Georgian Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
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Leather, Walnut
Scrittoio Anni 50 Gianfranco Frattini e Franco Bettonica in noce
Located in Milano, IT
Scrittoio in legno di noce impiallacciato disegnato da Gianfranco Frattini e Franco Bettonica per Cantieri Carugati, fine anni '50. Condizioni molto buone. Restaurato.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Writing Desk by Vittorio Dassi, Italy 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern Wooden Desk by Vittorio Dassi, Italy 1950s.
Wonderful desk by the Italian designer Vittorio Dassi in a minimal rational shape. Elegant in design without losing th...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Ash, Beech, Mahogany
Desk in the Style of Art Deco in Black Piano Lacquer
Located in Ulm, DE
Modernist desk in black lacquer
Writing desk
Piano lacquer, high gloss black
Metal fittings
in Art Déco style, France around 1950
Dimensions:
Width: 180 cm
Height: 78 cm
Depth: 90 cm
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1950s French Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Fine French Mid-Century Lacquered Desk by Raphael
Located in Long Island City, NY
Raphael (Raphael Raffel, 1912-2000) Rare Beka lacquer pedestal desk with three drawers, a black lacquered base and bronze details.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Oak Writing Desk in the Style of Guillerme Et Chambron, France 1950s
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1950s French writing desk in the style of French design duo Guillerme et Chambron. This desk was beautifully constructed using oak with gorgeous wood graining and carved detailing....
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Oak Art Deco Modernist Desk by Jan Brunott, 1920s
By Jan Brunott
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Art Deco Modernist small desk.
Design attributed to Jan Brunott.
Striking Dutch design from the 1920s.
Solid oak and original oak veneered base with new faux leather writing section.
Original macassar ebony veneered door and drawer.
Inside there are five solid oak drawers.
In very good original condition with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Height of the writing section is 76 cm or 29.92 in.
We will ship this stunning piece of furniture in a custom made wooden crate for safe transport when purchased by overseas buyers.
The Modernist look of this Art Deco desk attributed to Jan Brunott is also known in the Netherlands under the name Haagse School.
The Haagse...
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Faux Leather, Macassar, Oak
Scrivania Anni 50-60
Located in Milano, IT
Scrivania con cassetti laterali e sotto piano in legno impiallacciato ciliegio e piano in vetro retro trattato.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stained Glass, Cherry
Bernt Petersen Danish Mahogany Writing Desk, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Bernt Petersen
Mahogany Writing Desk, circa 1950s
Four drawer executive desk produced in Denmark by master cabinetmakers Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark. Solid mahogany legs and drawer...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Fine French 1950s Leather Covered Desk and Chairs by Jacques Adnet
Located in Long Island City, NY
Jacques Adnet (1900 - 1984) - A fine French mid-century leather-covered curved desk with patinated metal details, a compass style cherry frame with tapered legs finished with silver-...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Cherry
Restored Modern Original Desk by Widdicomb, c. 1950
Located in Wilton, CT
Offering a beautifully restored Art Deco desk by Widdicomb, USA, one of America's great names in mid-century furniture making. This rare desk fr...
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
1950's John Van Koert Drexel Vanity Desk
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern vanity desk for sale. Designed by John Van Koert for Drexel in the 1950's, and part of the Profile series. This vanity de...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Tecno Executive Desk in Walnut and Cast Aluminum by Osvaldo Borsani, Italy 1950s
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Hellouw, NL
This Italian 1950s desk, which can also serve as a table, exudes an unprecedented class and elegance. The very solid boat-shaped top is made of walnut wood and shows a beautiful draw...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Italian Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Dassi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Desk with Roll-Top, Walnut Veneer, 1950s, Fully Restored
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This is a legendary and mysterious project that was probably commissioned for a chain of exclusive Polish Fashion salons in Poland, circa 1950s. It is not known to this day who is be...
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1950s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Paul McCobb Planner Group Black and White Lacquer Double Pedestal Desk and Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern double pedestal executive writing desk and spindle back chair
By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group"
USA, 1950s
Solid bla...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Hans J. Wegner - rare PP571 Architect's Desk in soaped oak, 1953 for PP Møbler
Located in Munster, NRW
Hans J. Wegner designed the extraordinary pp571 Architect´s Desk in 1953 as a match to the Round Chair (The Chair).
Later in 1955 he designed the Swivel Chair hence completing a line of exclusive, functional and exquisitely crafted masterpieces for the CEO office.
(This table was purchased circa 2000 from the first owner!)
The desk marks the beginning of Wegner's work on combining sharp steel and sculptural solid wood in most elegant and well-balanced solutions.
In this respect the desk precedes such unique classics as the Swivel Chair, the Cross Legged Table and the pp75 table...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Rare and Early White Oak Mid-Century Modern Desk Labeled Risom Design circa 19
By Jens Risom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare and early white oak Mid-Century Modern five drawer desk labeled Risom Design circa 1950. Possibly from the early Risom NYC workshop.
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
1950s Floating Modern Executive Desk Style of Vittorio Dassi from Italy
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Modern Vintage Floating Italian Desk
Ample storage. Finished backside.
Unmarked attributed style Vittorio Dassi
Measures: 51.13 W x 23.63 D x 29.88 tall Knee hole 19.5 wide ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Fratelli Proserpio Vintage Roller Desk
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful rolling desk made of wood by Fratelli Proserpio in the 1950s, fine Italian manufacture.
The desk has a dark solid wood base with 4 very stiff square legs. Underneath are s...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Brazilian Desk 1950ies Pigeon Hole
Located in Untersiggenthal, AG
Wonderfull shaped desk in the style of brazilian furniture.
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1950s Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Oak Desk, Guillerme et Chambron, France, 1950's
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-century oak desk with organic shaped top with inlaid glass and leather. Single stack of drawers and triangle legs. From same period, region and st...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Glass, Oak
Italian Midcentury Executive Rosewood Desk and Chair by Dassi, 1950s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Excellent Italian Executive desk designed by Vittorio and Plinio Dassi in 1950. glass top, eight drawers, solid brass tipped feet, high executive quality. It features an exquisite de...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Severin Hansen 1950s Danish Rosewood Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
Severin Hansen Jnr.
Writing Desk, circa 1950s.
Produced by Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Denmark. Rosewood veneer construction and brass fittings with 4 integral drawers. Original keys...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Arne Vodder Desk & Sideboard Rio Rosewood, 1955 by Sibast Møbelfrabrik, Denmark
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Munster, NRW
Arne Vodder office desk & sideboard, model 209 in Rio rosewood, made in 1955 by Sibast Møbelfrabrik, Denmark (for this property we have a valid cites certificate.)
Stunning and huge desk...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Japan Series Writing Desk EU02 in Teak by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, Netherlands
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Halle, DE
Teak desk from the 1950s, designed by Cees Braakman manufactured by Pastoe, Netherlands.
Blackend steelframe with suspended teakchests. 5 drawers, 1-drawer for hanging files.
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
Severin Hansen 1950s Danish Rosewood Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
Severin Hansen Jnr.
Writing Desk, circa 1950s.
Produced by Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Denmark. Rosewood veneer construction and brass fittings with 4 integral drawers. Original keys...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Circa 1900s Partners desk with original tooled leather top - Swedish birch
Located in London, GB
A very handsome and well proportioned partners desk from the 1900s. It is Swedish and made from a lovely warm honey coloured birch.
It has drawers on both sides so will free stand i...
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1920s Swedish Neoclassical Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Severin Hansen 1950s Danish Rosewood Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
Severin Hansen Jnr.
Writing desk, circa 1950s.
This iconic piece of Danish design was produced by Haslev Mobelsnedkeri in Denmark in the late 1950s. The desk is made from solid...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Tile Top Dining Table or Desk in the Style of Gordon Jane Martz, Walnut, Mosaic
Located in Miami, FL
Tile top table with walnut frame and legs.
The tabletop is heavy and the walnut legs are skinny, the table will hold your dinner or homework but no dancing on this table ;)
The Tab...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Rare Jean Prouve "Bureau Surveillant" Desk, France, circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Jean Prouve "Bureau Surveillant" desk, France, circa 1950. Tubular metal frame with oak sides and top. Presumably manufactured by Lycée Jean Prouve,...
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1950s French Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Rare Art Deco Amsterdam School Writing Table and Chair by Paul Bromberg
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare Art Deco Amsterdam School writing table and chair by Paul Bromberg for
Pander 1920s.
Solid oak, wicker and solid Macassar ebony knob on ...
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Macassar, Oak, Wicker
A Fine French Art Deco Walnut Extendable Dining Table by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Long Island City, NY
Fine French 1950s walnut dining / writing table with two ends pull-out leaves and bronze details (sabots).
Width is 110" when fully extended.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
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Bronze
Nanna Ditzel Writing Desk
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nanna Ditzel Writing Desk Designed in 1958 and Produced by Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
leather trestle desk Madame Vanacky
By Madame Vanacky
Located in Westport, CT
creme Leather trestle designed Desk, made,by Madame Vanacky circa 1950
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1950s American Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Antique and Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.
Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.
Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.
Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.
The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.
From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.
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