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Desks and Writing Tables For Sale
1940s Art Deco Midcentury Italian Walnut Burl Glass Writing Desk Table Console
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern desk writing table, in wood with elegant carved frame sides and black glass top highlighted by the two drawers with the beautiful handle...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Danish Mid-Century Teak Boomerang Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish boomerang desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen, circa 1960's. Iconic, eye-catching asymmetrical design with gleaming brass accents. Pencil lip edging, bank of drawers with locking...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
French 19th Century Solid Oak Petite Farm Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A petite farmhouse-style oak table from 19th century France that appears to be a substantial console to easily double as a serving table on occasion, center table, or possibly a desk...
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19th Century French Rustic Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Swedish Gustavian Painted Side Table, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian side table from the 19th century, combining graceful proportions with the understated elegance of Scandinavian design. Crafted in pine and retaining its original ...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Jacques Pine Green Console Table in Bird's Eye Maple by Fred&Juul
By Fred&Juul
Located in Fiesole, Florence
Designed with the aim to find the perfect balance between clean lines and warm texture. Consisting of 5 rounded, 50 mm thick slats with bird’s eye maple veneer, the console table is ...
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Birdseye Maple, Maple
American Designer, Library Table, Oak, USA, 1910s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-painted oak library table or center table in the Arts and Crafts style designed and produced in the US, c. 1910s.
Many areas of wear present and a large crack near one bottom...
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1910s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Louis Majorelle Writing Desk, France 1930's
Located in New York, NY
Very Unusual Majorelle Art Deco writing desk, the modernist line are a departure from the organic lines usually associated with the artist.
Signed with a marquetry.
37.5X22X34
Top 29
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Six Dots Design Unique desk
Located in London, GB
Joseph Ellwood is a British artist and designer working under the studio name: Six Dots Design. Joseph has been named one of 10 'Future Icons' in design by Wallpaper* magazine, collaborated with the luxury brand Rimowa and has exhibited globally..
The aesthetic of the work aims to challenge and disrupt the mid-century norms of furniture today. I have taken inspiration from the likes of Perriand and Prouvé and distorted their pieces to create a body of work that relates to our current generation. The lives we live today are fluid in gender, identity, expression and thought. This collection represents this confusion, indecision and anxiety in a whimsical and endearing way.
This work aims to question what it means to reflect your identity though the objects surrounding you.
This desk is a one off piece designed and fabricated by Joe Ellwood...
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2010s British Futurist Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
$19,452
Peter Løvig Nielsen Rosewood Partners Desk
Located in New York, NY
Amazing 1970's Peter Løvig Nielsen rosewood partners desk, lightly restored with some wear and patina due to age and use, there is some we...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
"B286" Desk By Bruno Weil For Thonet
By Bruno Weil
Located in London, GB
A modernist B286 desk designed by German designer Bruno Weil for Thonet circa 1930.
Blue enamelled steel with chromed draws and a magnificent thick Saint Gobain glass table...
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1930s Bauhaus Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Danish Mid Century Teak Secretaire / Secretary Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish secretary desk, circa 1960s. Teak veneer with lovely grain match-up. Chest of drawers with sleek handles, open cubby, and pull-out work surface!
An unrestored item with ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mirror, Teak
1940s Art Deco Midcentury Italian Walnut Burl Wood Glass Top Writing Desk Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern desk writing table, in beautiful veneer burl wood, with black glass top, elegant curved sides completed by three side drawers. The uniqu...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Danish Modern Floating Top Teak Desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
I’m excited to share with you a stunning piece of furniture that embodies classic Scandinavian style—the Danish modern floating top teak desk designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen for Løvi...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Pastoe Teak Desk design by Cees Braakman 1960s Holland
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Teak Desk .4 drawers 1 door with shelve 2 pull out leafs ,
2 original keys . Design by Cees Braakman for Pastoe 1960s Holland .
please ask for cheaper shipping solu...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Kugge 52 Flower Pot from Ringvide, Pine, Natural or Pigmented Oil, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
Kugge flower pot
We are all a cog in the machinery of life, let us strive to be a force that lifts and does not lower.
The top of the pot resembles the shape of a gear wheel...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
1920s Baroque Style Writing Desk / Table in Solid Oak, By a Danish Cabinetmaker
Located in Odense, DK
A beautifully proportioned Danish writing desk / table from the 1920s, crafted entirely in solid oak with a warm, aged patina. The table features a finely shaped tabletop above a dra...
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Early 20th Century Danish Brutalist Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Baker Furniture Style Georgian Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Secretary Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Georgian Chinoiserie style bureau with drop front secretary desk
In the manner of Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1980s
Black lacquered walnut, with hand-painted Asian ...
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1960s American Georgian Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Solid Oak and Walnut Jameson Desk by Lynnea Jean
By Lynnea Jean
Located in Aitkin, MN
This custom wood desk is hand-made in the United States with all hardwood construction. This modern design is characterized by its solid white oak body, minimalist walnut inlay detail, and unique split leg detail. Convenient and accessible storage drawers feature integrated hardware and a soft-closing mechanism. This contemporary design can look beautiful floating in a room as an executive desk or anchored against a wall or other furniture piece. The natural finish brings out the beautiful golden tones of white oak. This piece can be ordered in 4 finishes: Oak, Walnut, Ash and Matte Black.
Jameson Collection by Lynnea Jean...
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2010s American Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak, Hardwood
$6,700 / item
19th Century Spanish Baroque Style Oak Library Table or Desk, Two Faces
Located in Miami, FL
Handsome oak library piece that can be used as a desk or Work table. Made of oak having carved gadrooned edges. Carved on all sides and five drawers ox bow ends, 19th century.
Worka...
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Early 19th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
$3,104 Sale Price
20% Off
Plastic Mid Century Yellow Parsons Table and Chair 1970s
By Syroco
Located in New York, NY
Cool Yellow plastic 1970s mid century yellow desk and chair. .This fun and vibrant desk has a cutout for your notebooks and papers. Very simple parsons design , great for a den or fo...
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Mid-20th Century American Space Age Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Plastic
C. 1765 George III Period Gentleman's Library Writing Table Chest
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1765 George III period Gentleman's Library Writing Table Chest, English. Folio stand or drawing stand rising writing surface. Each side with 14 drawers surrounding a paneled do...
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1760s English George III Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Large Danish Modern L-shaped Rosewood and Steel Desk with Sideboard, 1970s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Large Danish Modern L-shaped Rosewood and Steel Desk with Sideboard, 1970s.
Very impressive Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern executive desk in stunning rosewood/palisander veneer wit...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Period Walnut Writing Table with Leather Top
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This small scale late eighteenth century French Louis XVI period walnut lady's writing desk features a gold tooled black leather top. A single drawer pulls out from the side using a ...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Gianni Moscatelli Desk for Formanova, 1979 Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Formanova desk by Gianni Moscatelli. Original Formanova tag dated and signed 1979, Italy. Newly refinished in a high gloss Ebony polished finish. Right side of desk has a fl...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Elegant French Style Writing Desk
Located in Riverdale, NY
Elegant French style writing desk with Louis XV lines in blond wood with silver leaf-painted table edge and feet. 3 drawers. Fitted g...
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1950s American Louis XV Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Dakota Jackson French Art Deco Postmodern Mahogany Executive Partners Desk 96"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Dakota Jackson post modern Art Deco style executive partners desk featuring mahogany with leather insert and stainless steel frame. A V-Shape pattern veneer top with Black L...
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
$8,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco oak desk by Charles Dudouyt, France 1940s
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
This oak Art Deco desk, designed by French designer Charles Dudouyt, embodies the elegance of the 1940s Art Deco movement. Crafted from solid oak, it features a solid construction an...
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Mid-20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
1950s 'Palermo' Desk by G. Caccamo Mobili
Located in Florence, Tuscany
A phenomenal 1950s Italian Desk made in Sicily by the furniture designer G. Caccamo Mobili in Palermo, Sicily. This exceptional piece of furniture has an extremely thick original gla...
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1950s Italian Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Belgian Leather and Metal Desk
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Our Belgian Leather Desk, a seamless blend of craftsmanship and modern minimalism, this desk features a vegetable-tanned leather top, meticulously inlaid on a sleek steel base. The s...
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2010s Belgian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
$2,850 / item
The Chiquita desk with 8 drawers in Brazilian sollid wood
Located in São Paulo, SP
The Chiquita desk features smooth and delicate lines. In this version, it has 8 drawers with natural cane fronts and brass handles, giving it a nostalgic and romantic touch. Availabl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
20th Century Wood Louis XVI Style French Writing Desk, 1950s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
French writing desk from the mid-20th century. Louis XVI style furniture veneered in mahogany and walnut, rich in gilded and chiseled metal decorations. Finished desk for the center ...
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1950s French Louis XVI Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
$7,075 Sale Price
20% Off
Louis XVI Style Mahogany Flat Desk with Brass Detailing and Green Leather Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
An elegant Louis XVI style flat desk in mahogany, double-sided and beautifully proportioned, featuring classic neoclassical details and refined craftsmanship. The desk opens at the f...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Bon Coffee Table from Ringvide, Pine Wood, Glass Top, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
Bon coffee table
Since the dawn of man, the fireplace has played a central role in gatherings. Everything was based on some collected burning logs. Here people gathered to prepare ...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Smoked Glass, Pine
Severin Hansen Mid-Century Rosewood Desk, Model 36
Located in Kastrup, DK
Iconic desk, model 36, designed by Severin Hansen and produced by Haslev Møbelfabrik in 1958.
Crafted in veneered and solid Rosewood – an exclusive wood known for its deep color and ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Børge Mogensen Teak 'Partners' Desk for AB Karl Andersson, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful Børge Mogensen teak "partner's" desk from the second half of the 20th century, a two part desk that can be used as console tables, label marked, partially worn, marks, stai...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Hans J. Wegner "JH 810” oak desk, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large freestanding desk in oak by Hans J. Wegner. Produced by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1970s. Signed.
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
English Writing Table or Desk of Mahogany with Leather Top
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English writing table or console desk of mahogany from England, featuring an inset embossed green leather top over a frieze of two drawers - each drawer with knob pulls - and ...
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19th Century English Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood, Mahogany
Maitland Smith French Regency Louis XVI Flame Mahogany Serpentine Partner's Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI or French Empire style executive partner's desk
By Maitland Smith
Philippines, Late 20th Century
Gorgeous flame mahogany, with inlaid embossed...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Erik Risager Hansen Oak Writing Desk, c1950s
Located in London, England
Erik Risager Hansen - Model 66 Writing Desk
This exquisitely made desk from Severin Hansen Jnr. under his full name of Erik Risager-Hansen was produced by Haslev Mobelsnedkeri in th...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
KITA LIVING Flow Desk Charcoal Black
Located in Bomonti, TR
Flow Desk is an organic shaped table with a two-piece skeleton and curved legs. The linear pieces of the skeleton join into the legs to create a well-proportioned base for the table ...
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2010s Turkish Japonisme Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Oak, Plywood
$1,922 / item
Walnut Orange MiMi Console or Tiny Desk by Miduny, Made in Italy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Merging clean lines with warm materials, the faceted geometry of the MiMi console table creates a slender, elegant profile punctuated with painted surface...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch, Walnut, Plywood
Borge Mogensen Desk & Chair Oak Soborg Mobler Denmark 1954 Writing Table
Located in Basel, BS
Børge Mogensen desk, model 132 for Søborg Møbelfabrik.
The writing desk was first published in the 1954 Søborg catalogue, the here offered model w...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Raymond Loewy for Mengel Floating Top Desk
By (after) Raymond Loewy
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This a large, modern floating top desk designed by Raymond Loewy for Mengel. It is in very good condition. The work surface is excellent ! It has been re-finished. Knee clearance is ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Maple
$2,796 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Edwardian Satin wood & Floral Painted Carlton House Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
This is a truly exceptional antique Edwardian Sheraton Revival hand painted and inlaid satin wood Carlton House Desk, circa 1900 in date.
This exquisite desk is made from the finest...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Satinwood
Midcentury Italian Trestle Desk or Table in Bamboo, Rattan by Vivai Del Sud, 70s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful pair of mid-century organic trestles in a beautiful combination of bamboo, curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. These stunning and unique trestles were designed by Vivai del Sud and produced in Italy during the 1970s.
In fabulous condition and with an amazing honey-like color. These sturdy trestles are made in bamboo canes enriched on the bottom with curved rattan and perfect hand-woven wicker work.
Ideal to make a charming desk or also for dining table or a console table in a modern organic entryway. A must have for all the French Riviera style lovers.
These versatile trestles are ideal as a charming modern organic desk...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
Piano desk black lacqued wood
By Panorammma
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
A sleek, black-polished, sculptural piece conjuring the presence of a grand piano.
Piano Desk evokes an intricate fusion of the grace in artistic expression and the discipline of w...
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2010s Mexican Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
$9,660 / item
Carlton House Style Mahogany Desk
Located in Astoria, NY
Carlton House Style Mahogany Desk, with gilt-tooled green leather writing surface above a secret compartment, Sahon Furniture label to right side drawer interior. 34" H x 44.5" W x 2...
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20th Century American George III Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Italian Louis XVI Style Desk
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Louis XVI Style Desk.
This handsome Italian desk or writing table has 2 side drawers and 1 center drawer and bronze pulls. Our desk is finished on all sides so it's the perfe...
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1940s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
The Bi Writing Desk. Handcrafted from solid jequitibá and imbuia wood.
Located in São Paulo, SP
The Bi writing desk brings modernity and lightness combined with a classic touch. It's crafted from solid jequitibá and imbuia woods and features a movable storage compartment that c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Mastercraft Brass 'Trilobi' Triangular Dining Table or Desk Bases, circa 1970
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of the hottest items currently with interior designers are these gleaming brass 'Trilobi' Mastercraft dining table bases, which also work excellent for a desk or work table, feat...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
$4,375 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Executive Desk or Writing Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful and simply designed teak desk from Scandinavia circa 1970's. It features teak construction with finished back. Clean & ready to use condition. No drawer keys present but ...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
19th Century Writing Desk with Drawer
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This is an elegant antique writing desk, commonly referred to as a “bureau plat,” likely dating from the late 18th to early 19th century. Crafted from a warm-toned walnut, the desk f...
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19th Century French Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Shape 2-Drawer Leather & Eucalyptus Desk
By Carpanelli
Located in Milan, IT
A sculptural silhouette defined by dynamic slanted cuts and enveloping curves marks this eye-catching desk from the Shape Collection. Offered in a luminous beige tone, the precious eucalyptus structure features two wide drawers sealed by a smooth top...
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2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Roll Top Desk
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Solid Oak English hand crafted roll-top desk with good proportions. Stately, yet not too large. Original patina with English lever lock mark and dovetailed joinery. Pigeon hole compa...
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1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Domino Wall Writing Desk
By Modesign
Located in Milan, IT
Wall writing desk with 1 drawer and ribbed slat. It is curated with anthracite and plaster finish and two gunmetal handles.
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2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
$3,226 / item
Friso Kramer Style "Werzalit" Industrial Desks
By Friso Kramer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small industrial work desks with teak toned formica top and dark gray frame by Werzalit, Austria. In original condition with visible wear consistent with its age and use. Sold indivi...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Industrial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Walnut Black MiMi Console or Tiny Desk by Miduny, Made in Italy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Merging clean lines with warm materials, the faceted geometry of the MiMi console table creates a slender, elegant profile punctuated with painted surface...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch, Walnut, Plywood
Writing Desk Table by Deborah Ehrlich
Located in Accord, NY
Deborah Ehrlich's simple writing desk is handmade with traditional joinery by an incredibly talented master craftsman in RI.
The delicate proporti...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Ash, Hickory, Oak
$4,000 / item
Solace No23 Console Table – Sculpted Organic Forms, Design by Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Solace No23 Console Table – Sculpted Organic Forms, Design by Joel Escalona
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Solace Console Table Series
Design by Joel Escalona
The Solace console table serie...
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2010s Mexican Brutalist Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Walnut Orange MiMi Table by Miduny, Made in Italy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Merging clean lines with warm materials, the faceted geometry of the MiMi table creates a slender, graceful profile punctuated with painted surfaces that ca...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch, Oak, Plywood
$1,849 / item
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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