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Desks and Writing Tables For Sale
Style: Modern
Style: Art Deco
Organic Modern Armona Desk, Walnut, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Armona Desk, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Armona modern desk pays homage to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Lounger and ottoman "Alta" by Oscar Niemeyer / Authentic
Located in Zürich, CH
Lounge chair "Alta" was designed in 1971 by Oscar Niemeyer, in collaboration with Anna Maria Niemeyer and produced by Mobilier International. Niemeyer was a Brazilian architect consi...
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1970s Brazilian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Italian suitcase-shaped leather desk in modern style
Located in Milano, IT
In the eclectic world of interior design, there is an extraordinary Italian leather desk, a true gem of the vibrant 1980s. This is no ordinary desk, but an extravagant piece that defies convention and captures the spirit of travel.
Imagine, if you will, a desk that dares to resemble a travel suitcase, an unconventional masterpiece that blurs the boundaries between form and function. This desk is a symphony of modern style, a true testament to the creativity that flourished in the 1980s.
The entire desk is lovingly upholstered in the richest brown leather, every inch adorned with hand-stitching that testifies to the meticulous craftsmanship of its creator. It is a tactile delight, inviting you to run your fingers over its smooth surface and every stitch testifies to the craftsmanship with which it was created.
But what sets this desk apart are the two pull-out drawers, cleverly concealed in its suitcase-like façade. The handles, which are reminiscent of those of a real travel suitcase HOOKED WITH BRASS STUDS, invite you to explore its secrets. It is as if this desk were a portal to another world, a world where creativity knows no limits.
Each piece seamlessly stitched together, forming a harmonious blend of texture and structure. The corners, reinforced by studded leather elements reminiscent of vintage travel...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Organic Modern Armona Desk, Oak Root, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Armona desk, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Armona modern desk pays homage to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Oak
Contemporary Writing Desk In Solid Wood and Glass Worktop
By Mondo
Located in New York, NY
The "Writing" desk, a distinguished creation by Giovanna Azzarello for Riva 1920, elegantly combines functionality and style. Constructed from robust solid walnut, this desk offers a...
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Glass
Organic Modern Castelo Desk, Green Marble Brass, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Castelo Desk, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Castelo modern desk table pays h...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble, Brass
1920's Red and Blue Wooden Desk
Located in Brno, CZ
This is a recently restored wooden desk believed to be designed in the 1920’s, with the red and blue colours being the original combination of this piece. The main colour of the tabl...
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1920s Czech Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Oak-desk
Located in Carnota, A Coruña, Galicia
Presenting a handcrafted desk by Frank Buschmann made from premium oak, enhanced with an exquisite oil wax finish for enduring beauty. Each element is meticulously crafted, with leg...
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2010s Spanish Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Hardwood, Oak
Carrocel Interiors Art Deco Style Light Walnut Library Table Writing Desk
By Carrocel
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Carrocel Interiors Art Deco Style Light Walnut Library Table Writing Desk
Category
1990s Canadian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Organic Modern Accent Home Office Writing Desk Black Oak Wood Black Lacquer
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
João Faria created the stunning home desk ROOTS for contemporary and home offices. Rather than placed against a wall, it should stand in the middle of the room and be admired from al...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Cut Steel, Metal, Steel
Jacob Kjær Mid Century Rio Rosewood Writing Desk
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Kastrup, DK
Freestanding Rio rosewood writing desk with beautiful grain designed by Jacob Kjær, Denmark 1950-1960.
Front with 2x2 drawers with brass pulls. Top with raised edge.
The desk shows r...
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Mid-20th Century European Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Roll Contemporary Desk in Metal and Wood
Located in London, GB
Writing desk by day and vanity table by night; roll desk 02 is a minimal piece with four metal legs supporting a solid wooden top. The top is upholstered in ...
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Desk or Writing Table Geometric Glass Crystal Collectible Design Handmade Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
The executive desk 'Origami' is made of extra-clear crystal glass. Each sheet of extra-clear crystal glass is cut and ground with extreme precision, then the sheets are assembled by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass
Art Deco Cherrywood Kneehole Desk
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Cherrywood Kneehole Desk, Circa 1940. With an inset laminate writing surface and a pullout telephone table, with enamel handles.
Dealer: S138XX
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Cherry
Rare 1980s Mid Century Art Deco Executive Table Desk by Pierre Paulin for Baker
Located in Lafayette, IN
Rare Art Deco executive desk designed in 1984 by Pierre Paulin for Baker Furniture. Desk features bird's-eye maple with walnut inlays, chocolate-brown, leather-top writing surface an...
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1980s American Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Maple, Walnut
Fusion Desk by Daniele Lo Scalzo Moscheri
Located in Milan, IT
Designed for presidential offices, this desk's large scale conveys a sense of importance. The soft lines of its rope-colored leather desktop contrast the sharp edges of its dark canaletto-walnut legs, making it extremely modern, sophisticated and visually striking. Central drawer. Front modesty panel...
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Sonia Writing Desk in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Sonia writing desk is the perfect piece for your room. A more subtle version to her sister the iconic writing desk, the Sonia has elegant legs i...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Xitle Desk with 2 Drawers
By ADN Studio
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
The "Xitle" desk is part of ADN Studio´s Volcan Collection. This collection seeks to go back to basics. It is a subtle and refined interpretation of the archetypical modern furniture...
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2010s Mexican Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Poet Table
Located in New York, NY
Perfectly shaped desk. Ideal for an office or as a console in a foyer. Bespoke configurations available upon request
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2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Tessellated Stone Console / Desk
Located in Denton, TX
Two tone Tessellated stone Console / Desk with two drawers and finished on all sides so it can be floated in a room.
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20th Century Philippine Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stone
Amuneal’s Collector's Knife Edge Console
By Amuneal
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal’s wall hanging bleached oak console table uses our traditional Collector’s Shelving hardware to support this two-drawer unit with raised knife-edge surround. The scale of the...
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2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Petite Eliel Saarinen Deco Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
A petite scale Eliel Saarinen Deco Desk in Birch with Wave-like Aluminum Pulls.
Dimensions:
48 wide
20 depth
Height to top shelf: 30 1/16"
Height to desk surface: 24.75"
Wear as s...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Fine French Blackened Wood Desk with an Off White Lacquered Top with Inlays
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French blackened wood desk with 3 drawers, an off white & black lacquered top with metal Inlays, and bronze handles and wheels.
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Carved Oak Desk, England circa 1920
Located in Culver City, CA
Carved Oak Desk
England circa 1920
Detailed carving, with single drawer on both sides, lower shelf and lion feet.
48.25”L x 30”d x 31”h
Ref. TABLE1191
Category
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Art Deco burr walnut pedestal desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1920-30’s.
The quality is outstanding, this is a large and impressive size. Ther...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Desk in Wood, 1920, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk
Book: Buenos Aires Art Deco y Racionalismo
Author: Mimi Bohm
Page: 68
Year: 1920
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk.
The quality of the furniture and the exo...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Xiitle Desk Small
By ADN Studio
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
The "Xitle" desk is part of ADN Studio´s Volcan Collection. This collection seeks to go back to basics. It is a subtle and refined interpretation of the archetypical modern furniture...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Desk Style Art Deco in Wood and chrome, 1940, Made in Germany
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Only the wood is restored, not the chrome metal
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk.
The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique. It is an icon of...
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1940s German Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Desk Style Art Deco in Wood and chrome, 1940, Made in Germany
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Only the wood is restored, not the chrome metal
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk.
The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique. It is an icon of...
Category
1940s German Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Art deco office writing table
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art deco office writing table in very good condition with signs of use.
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1930s Slovak Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Desk Style Art Deco in Wood, 1940, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk style: Art Deco
Year: 1940
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk.
The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique. It is an icon of distinct...
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Desk, 1950, Materials: Wood and Bronze, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk style: Art Deco
Year: 1940
Material: Wood and bronze
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk.
The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique....
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Desks in Wood, 1930, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk style: Art Deco
Year: 1930
Material: wood
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk.
The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique. It is an ...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Desk Art Deco in Wood, 1930, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk style: Art Deco
Year: 1930
Material: wood
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk.
The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique. It is an i...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Desk in Wood, 1920, Sign: Made in France 7382
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk
Sign: Made in France 7382
Year: 1920
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk.
The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique. It is an icon ...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Big Jeweler Style Art Deco in Wood, 1920, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk style: Art Deco
Year: 1920
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk.
The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique. It is an icon of distinct...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Adentro Cosimo Desk design Marco Zanuso jr Red glossy top & chrome base.
Located in PARIS, FR
The Cosimo desk was designed by the architect Marco Zanuso Jr. in 2017 for luxury French furniture brand, Adentro Paris. The central panel of the desktop folds back to reveal a hidde...
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2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Dressing table in White Rock Crystal and Brass by Ginger Brown
By Ginger Brown
Located in Bourguebus, FR
This dressing table has 4 drawers and it is made of white rock crystal marquetry with brass trims.
The 4 feet are in brass.
2 drawers on the right side, 1 drawer in the center and 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rock Crystal, Stone, Brass
Marquetry Console by Thomas Dariel
Located in Geneve, CH
Marquetry console by Thomas Dariel, Maison Dada.
Measures: W 160 x D 34 x H 110.8 cm.
Structure in MDF coated with painted multiple veneers.
Fronts in matte paint finish.
Metal l...
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2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
1920s Art Deco Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann Style Rosewood Desk with Chrome Feet
Located in High Wycombe, GB
1920s Art Deco Solid Rosewood Rectangular Desk With Original Fittings.
The Central Drawer is housed between two sets of drawers with Chrome finished feet, and handles.
This exquisite Streamline Moderne desk...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Adentro Cosimo Desk design Marco Zanuso jr Black, glass & chrome base.
Located in PARIS, FR
The Cosimo desk was designed by the architect Marco Zanuso Jr for luxury French furniture brand, Adentro Paris.
The desk is composed of a central extra clear glass panel with a stora...
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2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Buffet Credenza Two Doors Cabinet, Walnut and Brass, France, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Cabinet Art Deco, French, circa 1930.
Credenza buffet burr walnut.
Two doors and one shelf.
The varnish was redone.
Good condition.
Shipping:
L 160, P 52, H 91 46 Kg.
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Campana Brothers Desk and Chair Assimetrica Collection
Located in Curitiba, PR
The brothers Humberto and Fernando Campana are among the most acclaimed creators in the world and are certainly the most famous names in Brazil when it comes to design. The duo combi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Plywood
Adentro Cosimo Desk design Marco Zanuso jr Black, glass & golden base.
Located in PARIS, FR
The Cosimo desk was designed by the architect Marco Zanuso Jr for luxury French furniture brand, Adentro Paris.
The desk is composed of a central extra clear glass panel with a stora...
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2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
1930s French Art Deco Limed Oak and Leather Desk in the manner of Jacques Adnet
Located in London, GB
A modernist Art Deco desk in limed oak with partially clad oxblood leather top. With clean lines and simple brass drawer pulls, very much in the manner of Jacques Adnet or Eugene Pri...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Industrial Design Executive Metal Desk, Customizable, Germany, 2018
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Industrial design executive metal desk, customizable, Germany, 2018.
Category
2010s German Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Adentro Cosimo Desk design Marco Zanuso jr Wenge, glass & chrome base.
Located in PARIS, FR
The Cosimo desk was designed by the architect Marco Zanuso Jr for luxury French furniture brand, Adentro Paris.
The desk is composed of a central extra clear glass panel with a stora...
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2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Adentro Cosimo Desk design Marco Zanuso jr Orange glossy top & bronze base.
Located in PARIS, FR
The Cosimo desk was designed by the architect Marco Zanuso Jr. in 2017 for luxury French furniture brand, Adentro Paris. The central panel of the desktop folds back to reveal a hidde...
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2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Adentro Cosimo Desk design Marco Zanuso jr Natural oak, glass & chrome base.
Located in PARIS, FR
The Cosimo desk was designed by the architect Marco Zanuso Jr for luxury French furniture brand, Adentro Paris.
The desk is composed of a central extra clear glass panel with a stora...
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2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Adentro Cosimo Desk design Marco Zanuso jr Orange glossy top & white base.
Located in PARIS, FR
The Cosimo desk was designed by the architect Marco Zanuso Jr. in 2017 for luxury French furniture brand, Adentro Paris. The central panel of the desktop folds back to reveal a hidde...
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2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Lavinia Desk by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Lavinia desk by Pietro Franceschini
Materials: Mohair velvet
Dimensions: W 210 x L 71 x H 78 cm.
Designed during a creative momentum in the relaxed Italian Riviera Ligure, our new Urania collection brings playfulness and longing for those innocent days of our childhood. The soft lines and upholstered curves continue our research on Neotenic Design...
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Velvet
Adentro Cosimo Desk design Marco Zanuso jr Red glossy top & golden base.
Located in PARIS, FR
The Cosimo desk was designed by the architect Marco Zanuso Jr. in 2017 for luxury French furniture brand, Adentro Paris. The central panel of the desktop folds back to reveal a hidde...
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2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Adentro Cosimo Desk design Marco Zanuso jr Natural oak, glass & white base.
Located in PARIS, FR
The Cosimo desk was designed by the architect Marco Zanuso Jr for luxury French furniture brand, Adentro Paris.
The desk is composed of a central extra clear glass panel with a stora...
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2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Oak Natur Frame Office Table L by Milla & Milli
Located in Geneve, CH
Oak Natur Frame Office Table L by Milla & Milli
Signed by Maša Vukmanović, Jelena Lukač Kirš, Jakov Šrajer
Dimensions: W 160 x D 80 x H 75 cm
Materials: Oak Natur, Black Metal.
F...
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2010s Croatian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Adentro Cosimo Desk design Marco Zanuso jr Grey glossy top & golden base.
Located in PARIS, FR
The Cosimo desk was designed by the architect Marco Zanuso Jr. in 2017 for luxury French furniture brand, Adentro Paris. The central panel of the desktop folds back to reveal a hidde...
Category
2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Adentro Cosimo Desk design Marco Zanuso jr Grey glossy top & bronze base.
Located in PARIS, FR
The Cosimo desk was designed by the architect Marco Zanuso Jr. in 2017 for luxury French furniture brand, Adentro Paris. The central panel of the desktop folds back to reveal a hidde...
Category
2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Adentro Cosimo Desk design Marco Zanuso jr Grey glossy top & white base.
Located in PARIS, FR
The Cosimo desk was designed by the architect Marco Zanuso Jr. in 2017 for luxury French furniture brand, Adentro Paris. The central panel of the desktop folds back to reveal a hidde...
Category
2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Adentro Cosimo Desk design Marco Zanuso jr Natural oak, glass & bronze base.
Located in PARIS, FR
The Cosimo desk was designed by the architect Marco Zanuso Jr for luxury French furniture brand, Adentro Paris.
The desk is composed of a central extra clear glass panel with a stora...
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2010s French Modern 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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