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Desks and Writing Tables For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Arts and Crafts
writing desk model Roman Large
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Roman is an elegant and minimalist furniture line inspired by the values of Scandinavian functionalism. Entirely made in France, each piece is individually produced according to you...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

writing desk model Roman Small
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Roman is an elegant and minimalist furniture line inspired by the values of Scandinavian functionalism. Entirely made in France, each piece is individually produced according to you...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Santos Rosewood Desk by Torben Valeur & Henning Jensen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This model of desk by Valeur & Jensen rarely hang around for long and this one in particular has very nicely marked grain. It is in fantastic condition, and ready for your home or w...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood

Santos Rosewood 3 Drawer Desk/Writing Table by Frits Henningsen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This is a classic piece of early Scandinavian design, made from Santos Rosewood it's on the edge of the change between antique and mid-century and fits beautifully with both camps. T...
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood

writing desk model Roman Medium
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Roman is an elegant and minimalist furniture line inspired by the values of Scandinavian functionalism. Entirely made in France, each piece is individually produced according to you...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Scandinavian Rosewood Desk by Nanna Ditzel Søren Willardsen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Rosewood desk with three drawers by Nanna Ditzel. The desk has a particularly beautiful grain. The sale takes place with an EU certificate for this rosewood(CITES).
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Erik Wørts: Freestanding "Mayor's" desk with profiled edges made 1953
Located in London, GB
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...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Mid Century Pine Wood Desk by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare Scandinavian mid century wooden desk model "Värmdö" in pine by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet Stockholm, 1940s. In go...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Pine

Danish Mid-Century Teak Writing Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish desk, circa 1960's. Robust work surface! Finished on both sides, if placed in the center of a room, it will look fantastic from every angle. Back side has a charming drop down bar with etched glass mirror and a built in bookcase...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Boomerang Desk by Goran Stand
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful scandinavian modern boomerang desk in teak designed by Goran Strand and manufactured by Lelangs Möbelfabrik in Sweden in the 1960's. This special desk, recently i...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish cabinetmaker desk with unfolding double top circa late 1940s
Located in London, GB
Special one-off cabinetmakers piece with unfolding double top extending table for meetings with up to 5 seats. This has always been my favourite piece ever. H. 72. B. 170. D. 80/...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

"Hunting table" desk or dining table by Børge Mogensen, Søborg Denmark
By Soborg Furniture Factory, Børge Mogensen
Located in Hägersten, SE
"Hunitng table" designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced in Denmark by Søborg Furniture. Solid oak legs with teak feet. Brass runners and table top in teak. Works perfectly as either a d...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Bent Helweg-Møller: Rectangular dining table with three leaves c1930
Located in London, GB
Rectangular dining table made of padouk wood with extension for three pine leaves (the pine leaves are of a different wood type and colour and assume a table cloth is used when exten...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Padouk

Swedish Modern Nils Jonsson Teak and Beech Dining Table or Desk
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern desk or dining table by Nils Jonsson for Troeds. Made in Sweden around 1960 with a table top in teak and beech leg frame. The table has leaves on either short en...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Beech, Teak

Danish Modern Oak Writing Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak mid-century desk, circa 1960's. Robust desk with curling top edges and ample storage for your essentials. Open book cubby on the back side. Finished o...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Desk, Denmark 1950s
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Desk, Model 310 for Søborg Møbler Denmark 1950s
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Poul Kjaerholm PK53 Desk for E. Kold Christensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Kjaerholm PK53. Executed by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark. Oak and dull chromium-plated steel. Literature: Michael Sheridan, The Funiture o...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Oak 4 Drawer Desk by Severin Hansen for Haslev Møbelsnedkeri
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A beautiful example of this classic Scandinavian Modern design, a great example of form and function. This is the more desireable 4 drawer version in pale golden Oak and is in great ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Early Poul Kjaerholm "PK52" Working Desk in Steel and Oregon Pine, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and early student working desk model "PK52" in black lacquered steel and oregon pine top and black stained drawer and storage on the opposite side. Produced in Denmark by Rud. Rasmussen Snedkerier 1950s. Good original condition with patina from age and use. Acquired from a Belgian private collection of important Poul Kjærholm furniture...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Iron

Mid-Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Bilateral Desk with Drawers, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This large, bilateral desk was made in Denmark during the 1960s. It is finished with teak wood in a warm shade of brown. It is a piece of furniture with a balanced design, where styl...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Frits Henningsen Cabinetmaker Copenhagen, Fine Large Desk 1940s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Fine large desk by the famous danish cabinetmaker and designer Frits Henningsen 1940s. With 3 ddrawers to front. Brass handles. Finest collected mah. wood. Original untouched condit...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Bruno Mathsson "Maria Flap" Folding Table in Karelian Birch, Karl Mathsson, 1977
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage folding table model "Maria Flap" by Bruno Mathsson made in the most beautiful Karelian Birch veneer. Made in 1976 at Karl Mathsson, Värnamo,...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Beech, Birch

Rare Hos Wulff Free Standing Desk in Leather and Teak
By Hos Wulff
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hos Wulff, free standing writing desk, leather, teak, Denmark, 1940 This free standing writing desk is designed by Hos Wulff and dates back to 1940. With regard to its essential for...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Teak

Teak Desk Model70 by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballe Mobelfabrik
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
An excellent example of this desk from Kai Kristiansen, produced by Feldballes Møbelfabrik in the 1960's
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

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

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Elm

Hans J. Wegner Rare Desk in Oak and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, desk JH571, teak, oak, metal, Denmark, design 1953 Out of all the desks that Wegner designed, the ‘JH571‘ is the most 'Wegnerian'. This is mostly...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Secretaire by Torbjørn Afdal for Nesjestranda, Norway, 1960s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Rare secretaire designed by Torbjørn Afdal. Produced by Nesjestranda møbelfabrikk during the 1960s. Made from palisander with solid wood in the legs and the drawers. The drawers made...
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1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Palisander

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Executive Desk "Model 15" by Goran Strand
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful and rare scandinavian modern executive desk in teak wood designed by Goran Strand and manufactured by Lelangs Mobelfabrik in Denmark in the 1960's. This large des...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Rosewood "Diplomat" Desk by Finn Juhl
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish desk by Finn Juhl for France & Son, circa 1960's. The "Diplomat" desk provides an inviting and spacious surface for productivity. Beautiful grain patterns and sleek t...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s Mahogany Desk
Located in London, GB
Danish cabinetmaker - 1940s writing desk This exceptional, minimalist desk was produced in Denmark in the 1940s by an anonymous cabinetmaker and ...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany, Oak

Scandinavian modern desk, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Scandinavian rosewood desk dating back to 1960, showcasing a minimalist design with straight lines. On the top, the workspace is covered with leather. Very good condition. Do not h...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Wood

Vintage Danish Mid Century Teak Bullet Desk in the Manner of Kai Kristiansen
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful scandinavian modern desk in teak manufactured in Denmark in the 1960's which design is reminiscent of Kai Kristiansen. This special desk, recently imported from E...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century Desk in Teak by Nanna Ditzel, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare freestanding desk in teak and beech, designed Nanna Ditzel and produced by Poul Kolds Savværk. Great original condition.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Beech, Teak

Desk in Teak wood model 54 by Kai Kristiansen and Feldballes furniture from 1954
Located in Lejre, DK
Desk, Model 54, designed by Kai Kristiansen in teak wood with 4 drawers and swivel bar manufactured at Feldballes Møbelfabrik. A classic piece of furniture with a beautiful shape and...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Executive Writing Desk with Sled Legs
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Danish Modern executive writing desk features teak construction with original finish, six dovetailed drawers with sculpted wood pull...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Henning Kjaernulf Danish Mid-Century Oak Desk
Located in Norwalk, CT
Give your office some modern farmhouse flair with this Danish mid-century desk in carved oak by Henning Kjaernulf. Designed with Kjaernulf's characteristic amalgamation of Baroque-in...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Danish Modern 2 Drawer Writing Desk with Finished Back
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Danish Modern writing desk features pressed wood construction, teak veneer with original finish, two dovetailed drawers with carved wood pulls, large opened storage shelf, and f...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Modern Walnut Wood Desk Handmade Executive Desk Luxury French Writing Desks
Located in København N, DK
There is a fire that does not harm or destroy, and brings benefits, takes away unnecessary and unnecessary, burdensome and brings ease and purity. It does not turn everything that ge...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Desk by Gunaar Tibergaard
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful Scandinavian modern writing desk in teak manufactured by Gunaar Tibergaard in Denmark in the 1960's. This lovely desk, recently i...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Floating Desk Attributed to Svend Madsen
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful scandinavian modern desk in teak manufactured in Denmark in the 1960's and reminiscent of Svend Madsen's design. This special desk, recently imported from Europe ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Contemporary Desk French Writing Desk Luxury Wood Handmade Executive Desks
Located in København N, DK
True White People say that the color white does not exist. That our eye just perceives it that way. I don't want to believe that. White to me is the color of purity, the color that i...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Victorian Pine Marquetry Writing or Side Table
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Victorian Pine Marquetry Writing or Side Table This is a very attractive table, it has a smooth rectangular top with slightly rounded corners and sturdy turned legs, there is a us...
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1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Desks and Writing Tables

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Pine

Freestanding Desk in Solid Oak, by a Danish Cabinetmaker, Mid-Century, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A refined mid-century freestanding desk in solid oak and with brass handles. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in 1950s. Nice lines for this perfect office desk. Overall a great impression...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Primitive Antique Varnished Chestnut Lift Top Child Desk Secretary w/Bench NICE!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Primitive Antique Varnished Chestnut Lift Top Child Desk Secretary w/Bench NICE!
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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

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Chestnut

Desk in cherry by Rigmor Andersen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Desk in cherry with three drawers and two pull-out shelves. Rigmor Andersen / Jørgen Christensen snedkeri
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Cherry

Svend Åge Madsen 1960s Danish Freestanding Desk
Located in Handewitt, DE
Danish, freestanding desk by Svend Aage Madsen for HP Hansen 1960s. With 4 drawers each site. Front with book compartment and shelfes behind a door. B...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

1960s Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Walnut Brass Glass Top Desk Writing Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern desk or writing table, inspired to Scandinavian Modern furniture from Swedish / Danish style of the 2 side shaped legs in solid wood and the t...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard for John Stuart Larger Teak Writing Desk, 1950's
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Danish Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen Larger Teak Desk for Soborg Møbelfabrik Denmark, 1960's. Featuring a larger, rectangular wood and metal four drawer desk form with 2 rear cubby shelves...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Enamel, Iron

Fine Teak Desk Mod.202 by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler 1953
Located in Handewitt, DE
Freestanding teak desk, mod. 202 by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler Denmark 1953. Elegant shape with fine steel frame and 4 drawers. Beautiful selected teak. Produced 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Single Bay Teak Desk for John Stuart
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Teak Single Bay Teak Desk. Solid Teak with a Locking Drawer. Iron legs with Teak Caps. Top shows a shadow from a Desk Pad, but over-all very ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Henning Kjærnulf, Mid Century Danish Rectangular Table in Oak, Made in 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Such a sculptural dining table in oak with two extensions. Designed by Henning Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1960s. Beautiful details and functionality as either a dining t...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Antique Stickley Brothers Arts & Crafts Desk or Library Table, Newly Restored
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts quarter sawn oak writing desk or library table with built-in bookcases By Stickley Brothers USA, circa 1900 Measures: 40"W x ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Niels Erik & Gladsam Jensen "Desk in a Box"
Located in Highland, IN
This remarkable "magic desk" design by Niels Erik & Gladsam Jensen is incredibly innovative and versatile. Beautifully crafted of teak by Vantinge Møbelindu...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Writing Desk From Frank Lloyd Wright's DeRhodes House
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful antique Mission oak Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table with built-in bookcases Recently procured from Frank Lloyd Wright's DeRhodes House In the manner of ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak, Cork

Contemporary Desk 'JFK' by Norr11, Dark Smoked Ash
Located in Paris, FR
'JFK' Home Desk Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for NORR11 Dimensions: H. 76 cm x W. 130 cm x D. 65 cm Model shown: Dark Smoked Ash Wood Aluminium legs in matte black finish _________________ With its pure and simplistic design, the 60s inspired JFK Desk...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

Walnut Desk No.1 by Kirby Furniture
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Desk No.1 is a highly detailed and functional writing desk featuring traditional joinery that has been lost in today’s fast built, throw away furniture. Although there have been mul...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Maple, Walnut

Fine Vanity Table or Desk by Severin Hansen for Haslev 1958
Located in Handewitt, DE
Vanity / dressing table or desk by Severin Hansen Jr. for Haslev Møbelsnedkeri Denmark 1958. Made in finest teak. With one drawer and compartment incl. mirror. All in original condit...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Contemporary Desk 'JFK' by Norr11, Black Ash
Located in Paris, FR
'JFK' Home Desk Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for NORR11 Dimensions: H. 76 cm x W. 130 cm x D. 65 cm Model shown: Black Ash Wood Aluminium legs in matte black finish _________________ With its pure and simplistic design, the 60s inspired JFK Desk...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

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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