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Desks and Writing Tables For Sale
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Desk Writing Table with Drawers, Italy 1970s
By Dal Vera, Vivai del Sud
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful desk writing table with three drawers in bamboo, rattan and wicker in the style of Dal Vera. Made in Italy in the 1970s.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood

Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Desk Writing Table with Drawers, Italy 1970s
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Desk Writing Table with Drawers, Italy 1970s

Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Desk Writing Table with Drawers, Italy 1970s

$1,797
English Decorative Chinoiserie Bureau Writing Desk
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1900 English Decorative Chinoiserie Bureau Writing Desk - Bonheur Du Jour. Great colour and patina with chinoiserie decoration. s...
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20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

English Decorative Chinoiserie Bureau Writing Desk
English Decorative Chinoiserie Bureau Writing Desk

English Decorative Chinoiserie Bureau Writing Desk

$7,467
Rare Single Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren for Tubax
By Willy Van Der Meeren, Tubax
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This single desk was designed by Willy Van Der Meeren in the early 1950s and manufactured by Tubax. Van Der Meeren designed this kind of desks for the private market, he worked toget...
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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Rare Single Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren for Tubax
Rare Single Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren for Tubax

Rare Single Desk by Willy Van Der Meeren for Tubax

$2,570
Cast Brass, Glass and Walnut Timber Big Crocco Desk by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Big Crocco desk belongs to the Big Crocco collection designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. This high end, contemporary and bespoke desk...
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2010s South African Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Cast Brass, Glass and Walnut Timber Big Crocco Desk by Egg Designs
Cast Brass, Glass and Walnut Timber Big Crocco Desk by Egg Designs

Cast Brass, Glass and Walnut Timber Big Crocco Desk by Egg Designs

$6,340 / item
Black Desk with Drawer, Wood and Metal Legs, Brazil Mid-Century Modern Designer
By Atelier BAM
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Marajoara design desk with drawers is a study in Mid-Century Modern utilitarian and luxury furniture, featuring minimalist details and inspired by Brazilian native art. The design reflects the pure heritage of Brazilian modernist furniture; created by the designers at Atelier BAM Design, and represented by the Firma Casa design gallery. The luxury modern design style is one of the most influential movements in contemporary Brazilian design. Among the main names of modernist designers are Lina Bo Bardi, Vilanova Artigas...
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2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Black Desk with Drawer, Wood and Metal Legs, Brazil Mid-Century Modern Designer
Black Desk with Drawer, Wood and Metal Legs, Brazil Mid-Century Modern Designer

Black Desk with Drawer, Wood and Metal Legs, Brazil Mid-Century Modern Designer

$3,980
Antique French Country Louis XV Walnut Writing Desk Table, Circa 1920
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a fantastic antique French desk. The desk is in good condition and measures 19 inches deep x 31 wide x 30 inches tall. The desk dates to teh 1920s.
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1920s French Louis XV Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique French Country Louis XV Walnut Writing Desk Table, Circa 1920
Antique French Country Louis XV Walnut Writing Desk Table, Circa 1920

Antique French Country Louis XV Walnut Writing Desk Table, Circa 1920

$1,560 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique English Inlaid Rosewood Child's or Ladies Diminutive Writing Desk
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Rare antique English inlaid rosewood child's or ladies writing desk with lift-up sloped lid with handsome gilt and tooled leather writing surface; fitted interior. The ink bottles ap...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Antique English Inlaid Rosewood Child's or Ladies Diminutive Writing Desk
Antique English Inlaid Rosewood Child's or Ladies Diminutive Writing Desk

Antique English Inlaid Rosewood Child's or Ladies Diminutive Writing Desk

$2,290 Sale Price
22% Off
Kidney-shaped design desk by C. F. Christensen Silkeborg, Denmark 1970
By CFC Silkeborg
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
This kidney-shaped desk by CFC Silkeborg, designed in 1970, is a fine example of Danish craftsmanship from the era. Its smooth, organic shape reflects the focus on simplicity and fun...
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Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Kidney-shaped design desk by C. F. Christensen Silkeborg, Denmark 1970
Kidney-shaped design desk by C. F. Christensen Silkeborg, Denmark 1970

Kidney-shaped design desk by C. F. Christensen Silkeborg, Denmark 1970

$1,917
Antique French Writing Table
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Large antique French chestnut writing desk with 2 drawers. Beautiful weathered patina. In perfect condition. Unique table and practical due to the legroom. Origin: France Period: ca....
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Early 19th Century French Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chestnut

Antique French Writing Table
Antique French Writing Table

Antique French Writing Table

$5,092
Italian Mid Century Secretary, Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Mid century secretary in Brazilian Rosewood. Four drawers when open the desk height is 30 inches perfect for the chair.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Italian Mid Century Secretary, Desk
Italian Mid Century Secretary, Desk

Italian Mid Century Secretary, Desk

$3,500
Standing Desk
Located in London, GB
This Danish mid-century standing desk is a striking example of Scandinavian craftsmanship, combining functionality with a refined aesthetic. Made from richly grained hardwood, the pi...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Standing Desk
Standing Desk

Standing Desk

$1,945
Ilmari Tapiovaara Desk or Table for Laukaan Puu
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Laukaan Puu
Located in Miami, FL
Table by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu. Works also well as desk. The table is signed.  
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Ilmari Tapiovaara Desk or Table for Laukaan Puu
Ilmari Tapiovaara Desk or Table for Laukaan Puu

Ilmari Tapiovaara Desk or Table for Laukaan Puu

$1,600
Antique c.1900 Fine Quality Inlaid Mahogany Writing Desk / Dressing Table
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique c.1900 Fine Quality Inlaid Mahogany Writing/Dressing Table – Also Ideal as a Desk or Side Table This elegant antique table, dating to around 1900, features clean lines and a...
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Early 1900s Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique c.1900 Fine Quality Inlaid Mahogany Writing Desk / Dressing Table
Antique c.1900 Fine Quality Inlaid Mahogany Writing Desk / Dressing Table

Antique c.1900 Fine Quality Inlaid Mahogany Writing Desk / Dressing Table

$1,913 Sale Price
30% Off
"Gran Torino" 21st Century Desk, Brown Walnut and Maple by Ivan Paradisi
By Ivan Paradisi
Located in Turin, IT
Designed as a modern elegant and at the same time functional desk, Gran Torino piece is named after the city of Turin, a place rich of culture and history ...
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2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Maple, Walnut

"Gran Torino" 21st Century Desk, Brown Walnut and Maple by Ivan Paradisi
"Gran Torino" 21st Century Desk, Brown Walnut and Maple by Ivan Paradisi

"Gran Torino" 21st Century Desk, Brown Walnut and Maple by Ivan Paradisi

$20,727
Mid-Century MOD Jean Maneval Inspired Chunky White Desk with Rolling Storage
By Jean Maneval
Located in Los Angeles, CA
MOD Jean Maneval inspired white laminate desk with a two drawer rolling storage cabinet. In original condition with visible wear, discoloration and...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Fiberglass

Mid-Century MOD Jean Maneval Inspired Chunky White Desk with Rolling Storage
Mid-Century MOD Jean Maneval Inspired Chunky White Desk with Rolling Storage

Mid-Century MOD Jean Maneval Inspired Chunky White Desk with Rolling Storage

$2,450 / set
19th Century Spanish Wood Trestle Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 19th century wood console table from Spain. Rectangular top and four wood legs with ornate carved detailing. Original dark stain shows great age and patina. Perfect as cons...
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19th Century Spanish Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Spanish Wood Trestle Table
19th Century Spanish Wood Trestle Table

19th Century Spanish Wood Trestle Table

$4,500
Quality Antique Victorian Rosewood Freestanding Davenport
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality antique Victorian rosewood freestanding davenport having the original brass gallery to the top with lift up serpentine shaped lid and crossbanded...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Other

Quality Antique Victorian Rosewood Freestanding Davenport
Quality Antique Victorian Rosewood Freestanding Davenport

Quality Antique Victorian Rosewood Freestanding Davenport

$2,515 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century English Regency Style Writing Table Speckled by Ira Yeager
By Ira Yeager
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical late 19th century English mahogany drop-leaf writing table featuring a speckled lacquer finish by artist Ira Yeager (1933-2022 American). The elegant table is crafted in th...
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19th Century English Regency Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Regency Style Writing Table Speckled by Ira Yeager
19th Century English Regency Style Writing Table Speckled by Ira Yeager

19th Century English Regency Style Writing Table Speckled by Ira Yeager

$4,000
Pierre Jeanneret Pigeonhole Mid-Century Desk PJ-BU-02-A
Located in London, GB
An increasingly scarce teak mid-century desk by legendary design Pierre Jeanneret. India, circa 1960s, for Chandigarh projects. Designed for various administrative buildings in the city. Black re-covered leather top. A single drawer to the front, open pigeonhole shelving to the reverse ideal for books and curios to create and artistic display. A particularly good model, remaining in good vintage condition, priced accordingly. Recent sales...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Pierre Jeanneret Pigeonhole Mid-Century Desk PJ-BU-02-A
Pierre Jeanneret Pigeonhole Mid-Century Desk PJ-BU-02-A

Pierre Jeanneret Pigeonhole Mid-Century Desk PJ-BU-02-A

$32,370
KITA LIVING Frame Table - Elliptical
By Gökhan Eryaman, İsmail Dağlı
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

KITA LIVING Frame Table - Elliptical
KITA LIVING Frame Table - Elliptical

KITA LIVING Frame Table - Elliptical

$896 / item
Petite Chinese Seven-Drawer Desk, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite elmwood desk charms with its unusual blend of east and west styles. Made in Northern China, the desk dates to the late 19th century, a period that saw great cultural exch...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Elm

Petite Chinese Seven-Drawer Desk, c. 1900
Petite Chinese Seven-Drawer Desk, c. 1900

Petite Chinese Seven-Drawer Desk, c. 1900

$2,980
DF2000 Desk by Raymond Loewy for Doubinsky Freres
By Raymond Loewy, Doubinsky Freres
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1960s. Made in France. Rare piece of design history with ABS plastics doors and drawers. Desk pulls out, see pictures.
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Plastic, Wood

DF2000 Desk by Raymond Loewy for Doubinsky Freres
DF2000 Desk by Raymond Loewy for Doubinsky Freres

DF2000 Desk by Raymond Loewy for Doubinsky Freres

$6,900
Chrome with Woven Rush Dining Table
By Chromcraft
Located in Denton, TX
Tubular chrome with rush panel under the glass top by Chrome craft.
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Chrome with Woven Rush Dining Table
Chrome with Woven Rush Dining Table

Chrome with Woven Rush Dining Table

$2,000
1950s English Mahogany Writing Desk with Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
English 1950s mahogany writing table with drawers and legs with bronze lions claws. Dimensions open table: 74 x 165 x 66cm.
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Mid-20th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

1950s English Mahogany Writing Desk with Drawers
1950s English Mahogany Writing Desk with Drawers

1950s English Mahogany Writing Desk with Drawers

$2,995
Exceptional John Vesey Stainless Steel and Bronze Desk
By John Vesey
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Reminiscent of neoclassical French Louis XVI style with fluted columns-as-legs, bronze acanthus feet and corners embossed with gilt swag, this extraordinary and rare writing table is...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze, Stainless Steel

Exceptional John Vesey Stainless Steel and Bronze Desk
Exceptional John Vesey Stainless Steel and Bronze Desk

Exceptional John Vesey Stainless Steel and Bronze Desk

$46,500
Large French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood Carved Center Hall Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and large French 19th century Louis XVI style giltwood carved center hall table with marble top. The rectangular shaped top with r...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble

Large French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood Carved Center Hall Table
Large French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood Carved Center Hall Table

Large French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood Carved Center Hall Table

$28,950 Sale Price
25% Off
Butternut Study Desk with Birch Plywood Table Top, Cream Desk Customizable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
The study desk is made with a butternut powder-coated steel frame and a lacquered birch plywood tabletop. The combination of the natural wood table top and powder coated steel frame ...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Butternut Study Desk with Birch Plywood Table Top, Cream Desk Customizable
Butternut Study Desk with Birch Plywood Table Top, Cream Desk Customizable

Butternut Study Desk with Birch Plywood Table Top, Cream Desk Customizable

$2,386 / item
Vintage Mcm White Lacquer Jamestown Trapezoid Desk With Upholstered Chair
Located in Medina, OH
Vintage Jamestown white lacquer and black metal accents with upholstered chair. Perfect to add to your home office! This desk has a unique trapezoid...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mcm White Lacquer Jamestown Trapezoid Desk With Upholstered Chair
Vintage Mcm White Lacquer Jamestown Trapezoid Desk With Upholstered Chair

Vintage Mcm White Lacquer Jamestown Trapezoid Desk With Upholstered Chair

$1,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Cotswold School Writing Table c. 1930's
Located in Long Island City, NY
Cotswold School Writing Table C. 1930's. Can also be used as a side table, pedestal, or console.
Category

1930s English Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Cotswold School Writing Table c. 1930's
Cotswold School Writing Table c. 1930's

Cotswold School Writing Table c. 1930's

$4,500
Solid Oak Slats Top Desk Designed by the Coene, Belgium, 1958
By De Coene Frères
Located in Antwerp, BE
Solid large desk by Philippe Meerman,Belgium Architect designed for the Coene. The desk top features a wonderful pattern of barrel features a solid oak woo...
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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Solid Oak Slats Top Desk Designed by the Coene, Belgium, 1958
Solid Oak Slats Top Desk Designed by the Coene, Belgium, 1958

Solid Oak Slats Top Desk Designed by the Coene, Belgium, 1958

$4,696
Serge Desk
Located in Paris, FR
Desk Serge with structure in wood in oak veneer in brown finish and with end feet in brushed brass finish. Desk with 5 drawers, desk top thickness : 14,5cm.
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Serge Desk
Serge Desk

Serge Desk

$4,780 / item
Fine Example of a Style of Louis XV Writing Desk by Paul Sormani
By Paul Sormani
Located in London, GB
A very Fine Writing Desk by Paul Sormani Lovely Gilt Bronze Mounted It Revives Famous XV period C1880s Stamped P.Sormani on Lock
Category

19th Century French Louis XV Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Fine Example of a Style of Louis XV Writing Desk by Paul Sormani
Fine Example of a Style of Louis XV Writing Desk by Paul Sormani

Fine Example of a Style of Louis XV Writing Desk by Paul Sormani

$26,718
Midcentury Danish Design Desk in Teak by Svend Aage Madsen, 1950s
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking desk in teak with cane details on the frame and the handles. Designed by Svend Aage Madsen. Made in Denmark in the 1950s. Nice original condition.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cane, Teak

Midcentury Danish Design Desk in Teak by Svend Aage Madsen, 1950s
Midcentury Danish Design Desk in Teak by Svend Aage Madsen, 1950s

Midcentury Danish Design Desk in Teak by Svend Aage Madsen, 1950s

$6,500
Art Deco Style Leather Top Desk
By Global Views
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Three drawer desk or writing table crafted in mahogany with a white leather top over a sleek elegant form with art deco influence, finished all around with a convex mirror on the bac...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Art Deco Style Leather Top Desk
Art Deco Style Leather Top Desk

Art Deco Style Leather Top Desk

$7,250
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rattan Desk or Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
Mid-century 1950's French bamboo desk or dining table. Wicker, rattan, faux bamboo.
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rattan Desk or Table
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rattan Desk or Table

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rattan Desk or Table

$1,800
Small Subtle Ecru W(hole) Console Desk by Majbele
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Subtle Ecru W(hole) Console Desk by Majbele Dimensions: D 50 x W 100 x H 76 cm. Materials: MDF 20 mm. The W(hole) collection is a playful game of forms and openwork, combining...
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2010s Polish Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Subtle Ecru W(hole) Console Desk by Majbele
Small Subtle Ecru W(hole) Console Desk by Majbele

Small Subtle Ecru W(hole) Console Desk by Majbele

$3,151 / item
Antique Swedish Writing Table Desk, Genuine Red and Blue Painted Folk Art
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish folk art writing table from the village of Alfta in Hälsingland in northern Sweden. The desk is made in Swedish pine and is in untouched original condition. A notable...
Category

Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Antique Swedish Writing Table Desk, Genuine Red and Blue Painted Folk Art
Antique Swedish Writing Table Desk, Genuine Red and Blue Painted Folk Art

Antique Swedish Writing Table Desk, Genuine Red and Blue Painted Folk Art

$3,834
Teak Desk
Located in London, GB
This mid-century teak desk exemplifies classic Scandinavian design, offering a harmonious blend of elegance, functionality, and craftsmanship. Its clean lines and refined proportions...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Teak Desk
Teak Desk

Teak Desk

$3,219
Luxury Walnut Work Desk – Minimalist Executive Office Desk Modern Craftsmanship
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
A statement piece for refined workspaces – handcrafted in solid walnut, this minimalist executive desk blends functionality and sculptural presence. Elevate your workspace with this...
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2010s European Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Plywood

Luxury Walnut Work Desk – Minimalist Executive Office Desk Modern Craftsmanship
Luxury Walnut Work Desk – Minimalist Executive Office Desk Modern Craftsmanship

Luxury Walnut Work Desk – Minimalist Executive Office Desk Modern Craftsmanship

$2,263 / item
Contemporary Strata Low Shelf in Powder Coated Aluminum by Fort Standard
By Fort Standard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This contemporary, three-tier open shelving unit features precision milled plate shelves that graduate in thickness from a 3/8” plate on the top to a 3/4...
Category

2010s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Strata Low Shelf in Powder Coated Aluminum by Fort Standard
Contemporary Strata Low Shelf in Powder Coated Aluminum by Fort Standard

Contemporary Strata Low Shelf in Powder Coated Aluminum by Fort Standard

$11,550 / item
Adams Style Satin Wood Hand Painted 7 Drawers Desk Vanity Table Decorative MINT
By Berkey & Gay Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Adams Style Satin Wood Hand Painted 7 Drawers Desk Vanity Table Decorative MINT
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20th Century American Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Adams Style Satin Wood Hand Painted 7 Drawers Desk Vanity Table Decorative MINT
Adams Style Satin Wood Hand Painted 7 Drawers Desk Vanity Table Decorative MINT

Adams Style Satin Wood Hand Painted 7 Drawers Desk Vanity Table Decorative MINT

$4,400
Hans J. Wegner "JH 810” oak desk, Denmark, 1970s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large freestanding desk in oak by Hans J. Wegner. Produced by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1970s. Signed.     
Category

1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Hans J. Wegner "JH 810” oak desk, Denmark, 1970s
Hans J. Wegner "JH 810” oak desk, Denmark, 1970s

Hans J. Wegner "JH 810” oak desk, Denmark, 1970s

$35,345
A petite French ebonized mahogany writing desk in the Louis XVI style, C 1940.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A petite French ebonized mahogany leather top writing desk in the Louis XVI style, C 1940. The apron being trimmed in bronze mouldings and having a single drawer supported by slender...
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1940s French Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

A petite French ebonized mahogany writing desk in the Louis XVI style, C 1940.
A petite French ebonized mahogany writing desk in the Louis XVI style, C 1940.

A petite French ebonized mahogany writing desk in the Louis XVI style, C 1940.

$2,950
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table / Desk
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Victorian burr walnut writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around 1840-50’s. The quality is outstanding, this is as fine a writing table of...
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1840s British Early Victorian Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table / Desk
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table / Desk

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table / Desk

$2,726
Victorian Pine Marquetry Writing or Side Table
Located in Godshill, 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

Materials

Pine

Victorian Pine Marquetry Writing or Side Table
Victorian Pine Marquetry Writing or Side Table

Victorian Pine Marquetry Writing or Side Table

$822
English Chippendale Mahogany Architect’s Desk or Design Table, circa 1780
Located in Milford, NH
A wonderful English Chippendale crotched mahogany architect’s desk or design table with adjustable rectangular top that raises from a flat position to an elevated standing position, ...
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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

English Chippendale Mahogany Architect’s Desk or Design Table, circa 1780
English Chippendale Mahogany Architect’s Desk or Design Table, circa 1780

English Chippendale Mahogany Architect’s Desk or Design Table, circa 1780

$12,500
Antique Correspondence Desk, English, Library, Writing Table, Cotswold School
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage correspondence desk. An English, solid teak library or writing table in the manner of the Cotswold School, dating to the mid 20th...
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Mid-20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Antique Correspondence Desk, English, Library, Writing Table, Cotswold School
Antique Correspondence Desk, English, Library, Writing Table, Cotswold School

Antique Correspondence Desk, English, Library, Writing Table, Cotswold School

$6,686
Large Walnut and Aluminum Executive Desk
Located in San Mateo, CA
This desk is likely a custom-made piece. The architectural aluminum legs have black anodized aluminum in the center that become the glide at the bottom. There is a band of aluminum a...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Large Walnut and Aluminum Executive Desk
Large Walnut and Aluminum Executive Desk

Large Walnut and Aluminum Executive Desk

$2,600
Akoya Contemporary and Customizable Lacquer Table Desk with Bronze Trim Inlay
By Luísa Peixoto
Located in PT
Akoya table desk in green and gold lacquer with bronze trim inlay. Also possible in these dimensions: 20 x 59 x 28 in. Bespoke / Customizable Identical shapes with different sizes ...
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2010s Portuguese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Akoya Contemporary and Customizable Lacquer Table Desk with Bronze Trim Inlay
Akoya Contemporary and Customizable Lacquer Table Desk with Bronze Trim Inlay

Akoya Contemporary and Customizable Lacquer Table Desk with Bronze Trim Inlay

$6,202 / item
NONO Desk 18 Large Surface, Multi-functional, Asymmetrical
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
NONO Desk 18 Large Surface, Multi-functional, Asymmetrical — Introduction: Crafting Elegance with a Modernist Touch NONO, renowned for its decade-long journey in redefining everyd...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

NONO Desk 18 Large Surface, Multi-functional, Asymmetrical
NONO Desk 18 Large Surface, Multi-functional, Asymmetrical

NONO Desk 18 Large Surface, Multi-functional, Asymmetrical

$12,732 / item
Charlotte Perriand Set of Two Tables À Plateau Interchangeable by Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of two tables designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1937. Relaunched in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. The first model of this historic design table was crafted in 1937 for Charlotte Perriand’s studio in Montparnasse. The Table à Plateau Interchangeable, now part of the Cassina I Maestri...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Charlotte Perriand Set of Two Tables À Plateau Interchangeable by Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Set of Two Tables À Plateau Interchangeable by Cassina

Charlotte Perriand Set of Two Tables À Plateau Interchangeable by Cassina

$7,099 Sale Price / set
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Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Drop Front Secretary Desk
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts drop front secretary desk By Gustav Stickley (signed with paper label) USA, Circa 1900 Quarter sawn oak, with original hammered cop...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

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Copper

Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Drop Front Secretary Desk
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Drop Front Secretary Desk

Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Drop Front Secretary Desk

$5,995
Round Cooperage Dining Table in Striped Oak by Fort Standard, in Stock
By Fort Standard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This table is a part of the new Cooperage Dining collection. Each piece features large faceted round elements that with its namesake reference the traditional cooper's trade of makin...
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2010s American Desks and Writing Tables

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Ash, Maple, Oak, Walnut

Round Cooperage Dining Table in Striped Oak by Fort Standard, in Stock
Round Cooperage Dining Table in Striped Oak by Fort Standard, in Stock

Round Cooperage Dining Table in Striped Oak by Fort Standard, in Stock

$19,000 / item
Mid-Century Danish Modern Live Edge Paul Evans Style Executive Desk
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Danish modern live edge Paul Evans style executive desk Offered is a super cool Mid-Century Danish modern live edge Paul Evans style executive desk. This desk has 1 brus...
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1990s North American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century Danish Modern Live Edge Paul Evans Style Executive Desk
Mid-Century Danish Modern Live Edge Paul Evans Style Executive Desk

Mid-Century Danish Modern Live Edge Paul Evans Style Executive Desk

$6,995
Vintage Italian Walnut Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage Italian walnut writing desk, dating from the 1960’s. This is of superb quality, it is beautifully designed with fantastic co...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Vintage Italian Walnut Writing Desk
Vintage Italian Walnut Writing Desk

Vintage Italian Walnut Writing Desk

$3,356
Space Age Orix Orange Writing Desk by Vittorio Parigi and Nani Prina for Molteni
By Molteni & C, Vittorio Parigi and Nani Prina
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
Rare tangerine Orix Desk by Nani Prina & Vittorio Parigi for Molteni, 1970's. Molded out of ABS plastic. The troughs are intended as letter holders or utensil holders. No chips or cr...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Plastic

Space Age Orix Orange Writing Desk by Vittorio Parigi and Nani Prina for Molteni
Space Age Orix Orange Writing Desk by Vittorio Parigi and Nani Prina for Molteni

Space Age Orix Orange Writing Desk by Vittorio Parigi and Nani Prina for Molteni

$2,995 Sale Price
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Victorian Single Drawer Writing Table by Johnstone and Jeanes of London
By Johnstone, Jeanes & Co.
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Elegant Victorian Single Drawer Mahogany Small Writing Table by Renowned London Furniture Makers Johnstone and Jeanes of New Bond Street, London W...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Victorian Single Drawer Writing Table by Johnstone and Jeanes of London
Victorian Single Drawer Writing Table by Johnstone and Jeanes of London

Victorian Single Drawer Writing Table by Johnstone and Jeanes of London

$4,685
19th Century French Louis XV Carved Cherry Desk with Tan Leather Top
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique fruitwood desk was created in the Poitou region of France, circa 1890. Made of wild cherry timber, the large writing table ...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Cherry

19th Century French Louis XV Carved Cherry Desk with Tan Leather Top
19th Century French Louis XV Carved Cherry Desk with Tan Leather Top

19th Century French Louis XV Carved Cherry Desk with Tan Leather Top

$5,600
Joel's Desk 5 Elegant, Doubles as Writing Table, Two Legs
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Joel's Desk 5 Elegant, Doubles as Writing Table, Two Legs — Introduction: Crafting Elegance with a Modernist Touch NONO, renowned for its decade-long journey in redefining everyda...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Joel's Desk 5 Elegant, Doubles as Writing Table, Two Legs
Joel's Desk 5 Elegant, Doubles as Writing Table, Two Legs

Joel's Desk 5 Elegant, Doubles as Writing Table, Two Legs

$9,549 Sale Price / item
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Antique Petite French Rustic SIde Table or Small Desk Pink
Located in Atlanta, GA
Petite Pink Side Table or Desk with Rustic Pink Distressed Finish and Wood White Washed Top Purchased in the South of France on a recent buying trip.
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Antique Petite French Rustic SIde Table or Small Desk Pink
Antique Petite French Rustic SIde Table or Small Desk Pink

Antique Petite French Rustic SIde Table or Small Desk Pink

$1,200

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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