Desks and Writing Tables

Beautiful writing desk designed by Arne Vodder; one of the best designers Denmark has known and it is manufactured by H.P. Hansen, Denmark 1960. This exquisite symmetric writing desk...

Art Deco Walnut Desk This exceptional Art Deco walnut desk, a stunning centre piece that seamlessly combines functionality and elegance. Crafted by the renowned Waring and Gillow in...

Rationalist desk attributed to Cova - Milano, c. 1930. The desk is made of chrome plated tubular steel and stained wood. Restored on request, delivery time 10-12 weeks.

This outstanding executive desk is comprised of 3 parts; the top, the left side drawer’s cabinet and the right side long storage with sliding doors on both sides. It is all original ...

A mahogany and brass desk designed by William Watting and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 30.25” H x 71” W x 33” D

An English oak desk from the 19th century with ebonized accents, carved floral motifs and Greek Key frieze. This 19th-century English oak desk masterfully combines the warmth of oak ...

Pierre Paulin Modernist desk model CM141 Produced by Thonet France, circa 1953

The structure of this elegant writing desk is solid wood plated with cherry-wood, zebrano, briar-wood and other precious woods. In the cylindrical...

Mahogany and fruitwood inlaid ladies writing desk. The superstructure with central shelf flanked by sloped lidded piers, each with a single drawer. The shaped molded edge top with in...

We delight to offer this stunning modern stained walnut and brass bound ‘Rochefort’ campaign style desk, with rectangular top and brown leather writing surface, above seven drawers, ...

This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Lane Tuxedo Walnut Writing Desk. Featuring a straight line design, rectangular top with rosewood inlay, three drawers for storage, original b...

This is an exquisite French Empire Revival pedestal desk, circa 1880 in date. This desk has been beautifully crafted from flame mahogany. The top has a striking gold tooled black leather inset writing surface which has a decorative geometric inlaid satinwood and ebony border around it. It features beautifully cast gilded Ormolu mounts including angels, pharaonic herms above paw feet and swan escutcheons. It is further enhanced with male masks wearing nemes headress's on the sides, making it an incredibly imposing and impressive item of furniture. The desk features seven drawers for maximum storage, it is freestanding with a beautifully panelled back and comes complete with the original working locks and keys. This desk will soon become the centrepiece of your furniture collection, there is no mistaking the sophisticated quality and design and it is certain to enhance the style and elegance of any living area, bedroom, or reception. THE BOTANICAL NAME FOR THE MAHOGANY THIS ITEM IS MADE OF IS SWIETENIA MACROPHYLLA AND THIS TYPE OF MAHOGANY IS NOT SUBJECT TO CITES REGULATION. Condition: In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned, French polished, waxed and releathered in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 76 x width 150 x depth 80 Dimensions in inches: Height 29.9 x width 59.1 x depth 31.5 Empire style, is an early 19th century design movement in architecture, furniture, other decorative arts, and the visual arts followed in Europe and America until circa 1830. The style originated in and takes its name from the rule of Napoleon I in the First French Empire, where it was intended to idealize Napoleon's leadership and the French state. The style corresponds to the Biedermeier style in the German-speaking lands, Federal style in the United States and to the Regency style in Britain. The previous style was called Louis XVI style, in France. The Empire style was based on aspects of the Roman Empire. It is the second phase of neoclassicism which is also called "Directoire", after a government system. Furniture typically had symbols and ornaments borrowed from the glorious ancient Greek and Roman empires. The furniture was made from heavy woods such as mahogany and ebony, imported from the colonies, with dark finishes often with decorative bronze mounts. Marble tops were popular as were Egyptian motifs like sphinxes, griffins, urns and eagles and the Napoleonic symbols, the eagle, the bee, the initials "I" and a large "N." Gilded bronze (ormolu) details displayed a high level of craftsmanship. Flame mahogany Thomas Sheraton - 18th century furniture designer, once characterized mahogany as "best suited to furniture where strength is demanded as well as a wood that works...

Studio BBPR for Olivetti, 'Spazio' writing desks, coated steel, plastic, vinyl, Italy, design 1959/60, production 1960s In 1954, Olivetti, the Italian office equipment manufacturer...

Double Bonnet English walnut Secretary Desk. 2 pieces. Has a secret drawer with a latch. The top piece has 2 mirrored doors containing a fitted interior. 2 pull-out shelves. The bott...

Early production walnut and rosewood desk designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll ,features richly grained walnut top rosewood frame, pencil drawer and file drawer. Retains early Knoll ...

A fine proportion mahogany rectangular partners desk with brown leather top with a crossbanded border with delicate carving, surmounting a frieze with two fitted and cockbeaded document drawers...

Devoid of sharp angles, the rounded asymmetrical shape of the Petit Bureau En Forme Libre designer desk adapts perfectly to executive offices, as well as the typically smaller space...

Freestanding desk of Brazilian rosewood with profiled edges. Front with six drawers with carved handles. Made 1953 by C. B. Hansen with plaquette. H. 75 cm. L. 190 cm. W. 105 cm. Pr...

The Boomerang desk, designed by Arne Vodder in Denmark during the 1960s, showcases a solid teak wood structure adorned with brass details on the legs. This iconic piece features thre...

Mid-century modern office desk with two banks of drawers. Danish made teak wood desk for home or office use. Please confirm location NY or NJ

Contemporary Mid-Century-style dark wood veneer executive desk with an angular desktop supported by two column drawers with front privacy panel, resting on four tapered wood and bras...

Duotone Ahrend De Cirkel metal desk. The desk has a formica top, blue legs and one side cabinet with two blue drawers. In original condition with visible wear, rust, dents and scratc...

Small writing desk, mahogany, brass, Italy, 1950s. Sculptural Italian desk with beautiful curved top. This writing table is both refined and elega...

Architectural Desk in walnut by Carlo De Carli.This desk has a very solid and a kind of determined look with the unmistakable charm of the Italian design of the fifties. According to...

The rectangular tilt-top of finely figured timber with removable reading ledge; raised on a turn columnar support and three downswept cabriole legs terminating in pad-form feet. P...

Vintage American desk made by Hooker Furniture with floating top. Finished back with wicker panel, four drawers, warm walnut grain throughout. Please confirm location NY or NJ

This wonderful walnut secre´taire a` abattant was constructed in the style of Louis XVI during the 19th century. Topped with a great piece of black and white marble. A single, slim d...

For sale is a good quality and impressive standard grade American walnut Wootton Desk Co. "Wells Fargo" desk, of substantial form, with three quarter galle...

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...

Clean Lined Mission Oak Desk, attributed to Stickley Brothers, unsigned, American, circa 1910s. This piece is well made with beautiful graining to the oak.

This desk is made of black and white polished marquetry with brass trims. It has 2 drawers with brass handles. The legs are in black polished marquetry. It can be used as a writing d...

Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega Studio, executive desk, briar walnut, walnut, brass, Italy, 1930s This stunning desk, designed by Ernesto Valabrega in Italy in the 1930s, c...

This charming late 18th-century George III period oak bureau showcases exquisite craftsmanship and timeless appeal. The fall front opens to reveal a well-organized interior, featurin...

Boomerang desk by Renzo Schirolli, a striking piece from the 1960s. Renzo Schirolli's Booomerang desk symbolizes the bold elegance of Italian design from that time. The desk has a unique boomerang-shaped top made of walnut, complemented by a panel covered in black leather, adding a touch of luxury and functionality to the design. The functional elements are seamlessly integrated, with two hanging side pedestals with drawers providing ample storage space. These drawers are also covered in black leather, which adds to the sophistication of the desk. The desk is solidly built with a cylindrical cast iron and brass leg on a pink marble base...

Versatile French marble top rectangular cafe table or writing desk having black iron base.

Impressive 19th century campaign chest with seven drawers handcrafted in camphor wood and featuring a pullout desk with nooks, drawers and a leather writi...

A rare and very fine quality 19th century French bureau plat by renowned Parisian ébéniste Maison Forest. Maison Forest is one of the most famous french cabinetmakers of the 19th a...

Very nice stitched leather desk in bi-color brown and black feet in brass in the manner of bamboo Possibility to add an armchair who is not included

A rare dining table mod 574/2 designed by Ico Parisi in the 1959 and produced by Figli di Amedeo Cassina at the beginning of the 1960s. Made in...

For nearly twenty years, the Giobagnara brand has combined traditional know-how and leading-edge technology to produce elegance of the highest standard. With luxurious creations avai...

Gustavian table from northern Sweden in untouched original condition. The table is from the years circa 1780-1790 with traces of thin paint on the frame and a white painted tabletop....

An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Quarter sawn oak, with original hammered copper hardware. Meas...

This minister's desk is part of the TRAPEZ collection designed by the Vendée designer Christophe Lecomte, who combines noble materials, aesthetics and uptodate office functionalities. This collection includes several desks and storage units to equip personal offices, private practices and companies. This large writing table is made of French high-valued solid and veneer ash wood sourced in sustainable managed and PEFC certified French forests. With TRAPEZ, work free and with only 1 single wire on the floor between your desk and the wall. With the integrated power strip (3 electrical plugs and 2 USB chargers), you will be able to plug your office electronical...

A rare Art Deco period eight-piece study suite set in the manner of famous Austrian architect, designer, and Vienna Secession founder Josef Hoffman (Austria, 1870-1956), circa 1920. Exquisitely handcrafted in Austria in the early 20th century, most likely Vienna, featuring fine quality craftsmanship and solid wood construction, featuring Biedermeier inspired Viennese Art Deco styling of simplicity, strict, geometric lines with minimal surface embellishment, instead of ornamentation putting the focus on high-quality materials. The matching eight-piece set comprising a tanker writing desk with inset leather surface, surmounted with raised gallery fitted with drawers flanking richly figured quilted diamond inlay, rising on double pedestals with locking cupboard doors opening to stacked shelved tray interior, affixed with patinated brass pulls and escutcheons, retaining original keys, finished on all sides so it can be placed anywhere in the room, and paired with a comfortable armchair with upholstered seat and backrest. A large eight door bookcase storage cabinet with original glass panels, adjustable shelves, and cocktail drinks bar slide. A centre card table with rectangular shaped canted corner top featuring inset green baize felt games playing surface, over conforming apron fitted with dovetailed drawers, rising on square column pedestal, surrounded by four upholstered side chairs. PROVENANCE / ACQUISITION: Property from the important Estate of Myra Janco Daniels (1925-2022) Naples, Florida. A legendary business woman, philanthropist, and arts advocate who built the institution known today as Artis—Naples and made Naples a cultural destination. Additional info below. Acquired from highly reputable auction house, Heritage Auctions, Dallas, Texas. Design Signature Auction catalog #8110 Condition Report: Great original antique condition with beautifully aged warm mellow patina. Strong, sturdy and structurally sound. Overall very attractive condition; no significant losses or restorations; wear consistent with over 100 years of age and indicative of use. Delivered cleaned, waxed, hand rubbed polished French patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment! ABOUT THE LEGENDARY PREVIOUS OWNER: We normally don't post about the prior owners life, but in the case of Myra Janco Daniels (1925-2022) we felt her incredible story be shared. The arts visionary and advertising Pioneer who helped transform Southwest Florida into a nationally recognized cultural destination, died June 22, three days before her 97th birthday. Daniels was founder and longtime CEO of the Philharmonic Center for the Arts (now Artis-Naples), which since 1989 has brought world-class music, theater, dance, opera, and art to Naples. In 2000, she founded the Naples Museum of Art (now the Baker Museum) on that same campus. After a storied career as an advertising executive in Chicago, Daniels came out of retirement in the early 1980s to spearhead a fund-raising drive for a small classical music ensemble on MarCo Island, which would later become the Naples Philharmonic orchestra. She discovered “a great hunger for the arts,” she later wrote, and soon expanded her fundraising goal to building a permanent home for the orchestra and an arts center for Southwest Florida. Daniels’ vision for the Philharmonic Center was ambitious and unusual – combining world-class performing and visual arts in a single venue. The Community strongly supported the concept, and the Phil, as it became known, gave Naples a national arts profile. Then-First Lady Barbara Bush was in attendance on opening night in November 1989. The Wall Street Journal covered the opening. “Myra Daniels is a dreamer. But unlike most dreamers, Myra is a doer,” the late Muriel Seibert, the first woman to own a seat on the New York Stock Exchange, once said of Daniels. While the arts were a lifelong passion for Daniels, her first career was as a groundbreaking advertising executive in Chicago, where she won national Advertising Woman of the Year honors and was among the first women to head a national ad firm. Daniels said that she used some of the same principles learned in her advertising career to sell Southwest Florida on the arts. “You have to believe in what you’re doing and then you have to get people involved to the point that they feel it’s theirs. That’s what we did.” Born Myra Janco in Gary, Indiana, Daniels was raised during the Great Depression by parents who encouraged her interest in the arts. But her greatest influence growing up was her grandmother Sophie, who, like Daniels, stood only five feet tall but dreamed big. “Sophie showed me what was possible,” Daniels wrote. “Create something that people want and need and you’ll be successful, she said. I always remembered that.” Her grandmother, who ran her own real estate business, experienced some failures “but she always dusted herself off and went back out there swinging. She wanted me to be that way too.” Daniels earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Indiana State and later became an associate professor of marketing at Indiana University, the first woman to hold that position. In her mid-20s, she started Wabash Advertising in Terre Haute, Indiana, which later became affiliated with larger agencies in Chicago and Cleveland. In 1963, she was named executive vice president of Roche, Rickard, Henri, Hurst, Inc. in Chicago. The National Advertising Federation honored Daniels as its Advertising Woman of the Year in 1965, the youngest woman to receive the award. That same year, she became president of a new national agency that she formed with ad man Draper Daniels. The merger was not just a professional one. Draper Daniels, who was responsible for many famous ad campaigns at the time, including the Marlboro Man and was later an inspiration for the Don Draper character on TV’s Mad Men, became her husband in 1967. Myra wrote about their unusual courtship and life together for Chicago magazine, in an article entitled “I Married a Mad Man,” which was included in her book Secrets of a Rutbuster. They ran the Draper Daniels, Incorporated agency, as it was called, until 1977. When Draper wanted to retire to Southwest Florida, Myra Daniels reluctantly left Chicago and advertising, and they settled on MarCo Island. But after Draper died of cancer in 1983, Myra turned her energies to the fundraising Campaign that led to the Philharmonic Center Cultural Complex. Daniels served as CEO of the Philharmonic Center from its inception in the 1980s to her retirement in 2011, building the Phil into a $100 million corporation. During that time, the Naples Philharmonic became a nationally recognized orchestra, with a Grammy nomination, CD and appearances on PBS; and the Naples Museum of Art developed an international reputation. The center also helped change people’s perception of Naples, which had been known mostly for its beaches and golfing. In 2005, Naples was named the Best Small Art Town in America in a book that singled out the Phil. More than just an arts venue, the Philharmonic Center also wove the arts into the culture of the Community, providing public school programs, adult and children’s education classes and workshops, and free concerts throughout Southwest Florida. Edward Villella, legendary dancer with the New York City Ballet and founder of Miami City...

Diminutive English regency style writing table or console table lacquer speckled by artist Ira Yeager (American 1938-2022). Crafted from pi...

Extraordinary mid-century modern stainless steel and bronze writing table, desk, or bureau plat designed by John Vesey (American 1924-1992). Made in the grand neoclassical French Lou...

Danish Modern Teak and Oak Desk by Ib Kofod Larsen for Fredericia, 1956s. Very rare Danish Mid-Century Modern freestanding writing desk by Ib Kofod-Larsen made in Denmark in 1956 ...

Office desk by Gunnar Ericsson for Facit AB Buromöbel Zurich - 1950s Wear consistent with age and use Swedish design - Office desk - Without key - Measures : 191cmx90cm H:77cm Mat...

An extremely stylish and iconic Danish vintage desk by Nanna Ditzel for Soren Willadsen. Originally designed in 1955, this dates from the 1960’s. It is of outstanding quality, it is...

Rectangular board table decorated with a strip of vegetal motifs on the outer edge, waist enhanced with carved bands with oval and vegetable motifs of classicist influence and legs d...

Impressive antique desk, ebonized around 1870, Napoleon III Elegant bureau plat/desk Extremely fine, floral, bronze fittings. slightly curved, three-edged frame base with wide knee...

Desk by FELIX SCHWAKE FS 418-2 CM L225 B75 H75 IN L88,58 B29,53 H29,53 Grand Antique Marble, black - white 2023 Individual dimensions and surfa...

Arne Jacobsen 'AJ52' Desk with Lamp in Oiled Oak & Leather for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commi...

Refined elegance and classic design characterize the Kanttari Writing Desk. The definition of rich furniture design, this beautiful writing desk is handmade with soft to touch black ...

A well designed superior quality Anglo-Japanese oak desk (attributed) to E W Godwin. The construction of this desk is pure architectural, the corners of the aprons below the work sur...

Stunning, large conference table/executive desk designed by Hans Von Klier for Skipper (ca. 1970, Italy). Composed of a wrapped black leather middle section flanked by resin-coated...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale one of two super rare, highly collectable, original Mid Century Modern Circa 1960-1970 Cartier Paris Bronze ...

An antique secretary offers walnut and burl paneled construction with upper bookcase having broken arch crest over double glass door case seated on desk with cylinder opening to writ...