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Desks and Writing Tables For Sale
Collinson & Lock. Aesthetic Movement Two Drawer Writing Table.
Located in London, GB
Collinson & Lock. A superior quality Aesthetic Movement two drawer writing table entirely made from solid rosewood including the drawer linings. The writing area with a blue baize re...
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1880s British Aesthetic Movement Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Giorgetti Ion Executive Walnut Leather Desk Designed by Chi Wing Lo
Located in Boston, MA
Designed by Chi Wing Lo
This writing desk in walnut Canaletto wood and saddle leather harks back to the lightness and elegance of an Ionic column.
A versatile and practical product...
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut, Leather, Wood
1960's Executive Desk from Denmark
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Executive desk from Denmark circa mid-1960s now available. This example has matte black iron legs, open back for additional storage, interior and exterior drawers and original brass ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
18th Century French Louis XV Carved Serpentine Cherry Desk with Parquetry Top
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique partner desk was created in the Poitou region of France, circa 1790. Made of wild cherry timber, the large writing table stand...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Writing desk space age ORIX model produced by Molteni Italia 1970s
Located in Milano, MI
iconic vintage space age design desk model Orix designed by Vittorio Parigi and Nanni Prina, production Molteni 1971. Orange-colored ABS plastic top, the chromed steel frame, tilting...
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Large Charcoal Study Desk with Drawer, Customizable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
This large black study desk is made with a powder coated steel frame and a beautiful natural linoleum top made out of linseed oil. This modern minimal desk...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
British Colonial Military Officer's Campaign Metal Field Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare British colonial officer's campaign field desk on stand. Constructed from metal and brass featuring a royal blue painted finish with gilt high...
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19th Century English Campaign Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass, Metal
Mid-Century Modern Desk by Bruksbo, Norway, 1960s, attributed to Torbjorn Afdal
By Bruksbo
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Discover the timeless elegance of this gorgeous Mid-Century desk, handcrafted in Norway during the 1960s by the renowned Bruksbo manufactory. Featuring the original label underneath ...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Zebra Wood and Chrome Writing Desk, ca. 1970’s
Located in New York, NY
High style 1970’s writing desk, of stunning zebra wood veneer, on an architectural bright chrome frame.
The rectangular wood element features three pull out drawers, it is 5 in. H.
T...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
A Swedish Modern Desk by Ferdinand Lundquist
Located in New York, NY
A refined Swedish writing table by the firm of designer Ferdinand Lundquist. Featuring three drawers with detailed marquetry inlays of trailing leaves and flowers. The front showcase...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Birch, Maple
Midcentury Desk by Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic midcentury desk designed by Paul McCobb for Winchendon's "Planner Group". Maple wood construction, with tapered and splayed legs. Would make a great addition to any modern in...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Maple
White Bauhaus Writing Desk Made in 1930s Germany, Restored
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
The desk has been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacquer by our professional refurbishing team in Czechia according to the original process. The chrome parts have been cleaned a...
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1930s German Bauhaus Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Rare Flame Mahogany Bronze Mounted Leather Top Francois Linke Desk Bureau Plat
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delive...
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1910s French Directoire Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
19th Spanish Side Table with Cared Turned Legs and carved edges
Located in Miami, FL
19th Spanish side table with cared Solomonic turned legs and carved edges in top
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Mid-19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
Pierre Chapo B40 Adjustable Solid Elm Desk, France, circa 1970
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Geneva, CH
Solid elm adjustable desk by Pierre Chapo, France, circa 1970
The desks with mobile tops designed by Pierre Chapo offer a volume that is easy to arrange.
The B40 stands out through...
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1970s French Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Elm
Maurice Calka for Leleu-Deshays, "Boomerang" Desk, France, 1970
By Maurice Calka, LeLeu Deshays
Located in New York, NY
“Boomerang” desk designed by Maurice Calka for Leleu.
Marked: "CREATION M. CALKA EDITION LELEU DESHAYS"
This desk was exhibited in the museum show "Leleu 50 ans de mobilier et de d...
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20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Walnut Ojai Desk by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ojai desk has four drawers and features solid American walnut or white oak trestle legs. The drawer handles are made of solid carved wood. Shown here in Natural Walnut.
The Law...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Antique Pine Table or Desk with Turned Legs and Single Drawer
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Antique pine table or desk with planked top, having a single drawer with iron hardware and resting on beautifully
ring turned legs.
Dimensions: 4...
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19th Century Rustic Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
19th Century Barley Twist Mahogany Desk Console or Library Table by Imperial
Located in Southampton, NJ
A stunning 19th Century single drawer desk or library console table having turned mahogany legs and frame with outstanding grain throughout having hand carved aprons with gold detail...
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Late 19th Century American Louis XIII Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
library table
Located in Cheshire, GB
Library table, the rectangular top with rounded corners, above a frieze drawer, raised on tapering columns and trestle ends, terminating in scrolling toes with recessed castors.
Dime...
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19th Century British Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Double Bonnet Dome Top Burl Wood 3 Drawer Drop Front Secretary Desk 1900s Clean!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Double Bonnet Dome Top Burl Wood 3 Drawer Drop Front Secretary Desk 1900s Clean!
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20th Century American Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
20th Century Swedish Writing Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 20th-century Swedish writing desk exudes the timeless simplicity and elegance of Scandinavian design. Crafted from pine, the desk features clean, minimalist lines and a lightly ...
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20th Century Swedish Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine, Paint
Antique French Abattant Desk Fall Front Secretary Chest Drawers Renaissance Oak
Located in Tyler, TX
Exquisite 19th Century Antique French Oak Renaissance Revival Abattant Chest of Drawers and Desk with Fall Front Secretary Top~~Leather Writi...
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1880s French Renaissance Revival Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Antique Revival Queen Anne Walnut Writing Side Occasional Table Desk C1950
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Vintage Antique Revival Fine Quality Queen Anne Walnut Oyster Veneer Writing Side Table / Desk / Occasional Table (Circa 1950)
Discover this exquisite writing side table, showcasing...
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Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
KITA LIVING Frame Table - Elliptical
Located in Bomonti, TR
Defined by the sculptural woodwork, Frame Table Elliptical is an expression of a gentle geometry.
With the idea of creating a versatile table, it has a utilitarian perspective by of...
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2010s Turkish Japonisme Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
19th Century Well Figured Tiger Maple Desk With Chair - a Set of 2
Located in Charleston, SC
A nice size with a shaped open back splash and a single apron drawer with fine wood knob pulls. Raised on finely turned legs. The drawer is hand planed and the dovetail predates mach...
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Mid-19th Century American American Empire Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Maple
Minimalist Modern Desk in Walnut for Home or Office
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
A stylish desk for home or office. The clean look is achieved by using the drawers almost hided, and as a part of the desk’s structure. Front desk is available in ash, oak and walnut...
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2010s European Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Plywood, Walnut, Wood
Swedish Grace Elmroot Table, Circa 1940s
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish Grace, elm, elm root and ebonized table or desk by Erik Chambert, with a rectangular top raised on rectangular supports with leaf-tip carving and carved scrolled feet.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Elm
Vintage Pedestal Partners Desk
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Aesthetic Movement Partners Desk.
A large late 19th century walnut pedestal partner's desk. The Victorian rectangular desk with a tooled green leather writing surface, each pedestal ...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk
The desk measures: 62 wide x 28 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance of 27.25 inches
The retur...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Minimalist Modern Desk in Walnut
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
A stylish desk for home or office. The clean look is achieved by using the drawers almost hided, and as a part of the desk’s structure, as well as cable storage under...
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2010s European Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Walnut, Plywood
Vintage Ebonized Leather-top French Bureau Plat Faux-Partner's Desk
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Ebonized French Bureau Plat Faux-Partner's Desk with Tooled Red Leather Top and Tapered Legs on Brass Sabots.
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Mid-20th Century French Directoire 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
Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Black Lacquer and Brass Desk, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern desk
By Paul McCobb for H. Sacks & Sons, "Connoisseur Collection"
USA, 1950s
Black lacquered Honduran mahogany, with brass trim, st...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
18th Century Italian Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 18th-century Italian desk exemplifies the ornate craftsmanship and elegance of period furniture. Crafted from rich, dark wood, likely walnut, it features intricately carved legs...
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Small Wooden Writing Desk with Metal Structure, Italy, 1960s
Located in Madrid, ES
Small writing desk of wood and metal, Formica table top. Front of the two drawers painted in black and white. Made in Italy in the 1960s. Please note some marks on the top and wear o...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Antique Fine Quality Mahogany Writing Dressing Table 19th Century Side Desk
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique Fine Quality Georgian Mahogany Writing Dressing Table, 19th Century – also ideal as a desk or side table. Fantastic clean lines and a simple style.
This exceptional piece fe...
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19th Century Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ52' Desk in Oiled Walnut and Leather for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ52' Desk in Oiled Walnut and Leather for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood, Walnut
Italian Mahogany & Lacquer Dining Table
Located in Denton, TX
Italian mahogany & lacquer dining table. This table top stands on a black lacquer and wood accented pedestal. One leaf extends this table out to fit up...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Lacquer
Industrial Design Executive Metal Desk in Lacquered Metal, Germany, 2018
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Executive metal desk in classical industrial design style. The timeless essential form with two cests of drawers, creates a clear and distinctive ...
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2010s German Industrial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Early 19th Century Swedish antique rustic Gustavian Desk with Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
Early 19th century Swedish Gustavian antique rustic desk from Umeå Västerbotten, Northern Sweden.
Nice Gustavian Desk Scraped by hand to its origi...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
French Walnut Desk, Side Table or Writing Table, Louis XIII
Located in Labrit, Landes
French desk or side table, made circa 1660
Massive walnut and iron handles.
Nice antique patina.
The turned legs and bars are typical of the Louis XIII style.
Legroom height and dept...
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17th Century French Louis XIII Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
Doge Large Dining Table by Carlo Scarpa for Cassina
By Cassina, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Doge Large Dining Table designed by Carlo Scarpa.
Manufactured by Cassina (Italy)
ULTRARATIONAL EMBLEM
A sculptural structure that has become an emblem of Italian design, a trademar...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Matteo Grassi "Metron" Boomerang Desk in Dark Cognac Leather, Italy 1970's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Matteo Grassi "Metron" Boomerang shaped desk completely in leather, Italy 1970's
Wooden top and metal base covered in dark cognac leather.
Size...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood
Postmodern Desk, Writing Table by Bohumil Landsman, 1970s, Fully Restored
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Exquisitely crafted in the 1970s, this vintage desk showcases a harmonious blend of style and functionality. With its sleek and lightweight design, it exudes a timeless appeal that i...
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1970s Czech Post-Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Jorge Zalszupin - L´ Atelier - Home office desk 2 drawers and patchwork rosewood
Located in São Paulo, SP
Jorge Zalszupin for L'atelier. Desk veneered in Jacaranda wood with patchwork design. Partition also veneered, very rare, since the most common models for this size have leather-cove...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Jacaranda, Rosewood
Y Writing Desk by Antonio Saporito
Located in Milan, IT
A clean and ergonomic design that celebrates the natural essence of wood, this writing desk will effortlessly adorn any contract or private interior thanks to its simple yet uniquely elegant design by artist Antonio Saporito...
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2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Wittmann Paradise Bird Desk by Luca Nichetto in STOCK
Located in New York, NY
The asymmetrical desk of the PARADISE BIRD collection by Luca Nichetto invites for interaction with its sinuous curves and elegant lines.
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2010s Austrian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
1950s French Louis XIV Style Desk / Bureau Plat With Gilt Bronze Ormolu
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a French Louis XIV style desk that is in very good condition. The desk is marked. The antique hardware is gilt bronze and not original. Th...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Maple Top Writing Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style writing desk
USA, Late 20th Century
Cream lacquered maple, with natural maple top and original painted brass hardware.
Measures: 51"W x...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Kem Weber Trimline Desk by Heywood Wakefield
Located in Oakville, CT
Kem Weber Trimline Desk
Overall Dimensions: 29 3/4″ x 47 3/4″ x 29 1/2″
Pencil Drawer: 17 1/4″ x 22
Upper Drawer: 12 1/2″ x 24 1/2″
Lower Drawer: 12 ...
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Mid-20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Agnes Desk or Writing Table Made from Reclaimed Pine (custom)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This custom desk or writing table is made from reclaimed pine with one large drawer that can be pulled out from either side. The table shown here is 17.5" x 42" but the price applies...
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2010s American Primitive Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Reclaimed Wood
19th Century mahogany inlaid writing desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
A superb quality 19th Century mahogany inlaid writing desk, the super structure comprising of three mahogany lined drawers either side with the original turned brass knob handles and...
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1890s British Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Gae Aulenti for Zanotta "Gaetano" Writing Table, Italy 1970s
By Gae Aulenti, Zanotta
Located in Naples, IT
Gaetano work table by Gae Aulenti for Zanotta with original glass top supported by two folding trestles in black and red enamelled metal.
Timeless object. With its dry and essential ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Mid-20th Century Baker Furniture Vintage Queen Ann Desk
Located in Hartville, OH
Beautiful example of this intentionally distressed leather top Queen Ann Desk with cabriolet legs and key from Baker furniture. One owner find. Signed a...
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Mid-20th Century American George I Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood
Streamline Moderne, Executive Metal Desk, Germany, 2018
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Streamline moderne, executive metal desk, Germany, 2018.
Category
2010s German Streamlined Moderne Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum, Metal
Fine Carved Italian Walnut Mythical Dolphin Base Library Table Writing Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a stunningly realistic carved library table with mythcial carved "dolphin" figures of fish. The fish are extremely well-defined and carved. The table is in its original patin...
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1870s Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Italian Neoclassic Oval Walnut Dining Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Amazing Italian neoclassic oval walnut dining table, recalling the glory days of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, this stunning dining t...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
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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