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Desks and Writing Tables For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 1910s
Signed Romeo Rega Console or Desk in Chrome and Brown Plexiglass, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning desk or console table in chromed steel with a brown plexiglass top. This incredibly rare piece is signed by Romeo Rega and was designed in Rome,Italy during the 1970s. This...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Post Modern Black & Brass Desk after Gilbert Rohde in Art Deco Form
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple modern nod to the art deco period. This desk features glossy black laminate with brass accents. Probably Italian circa 1980's. Nice clean original condition.
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Executive Desk by Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel, Belgium, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Executive desk designed by Jules Wabbes and manufactured by Mobilier Universel in the 1960s. This exclusive desk bears the hallmark of Jules Wabbes, a celebrated Belgian furniture de...
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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Antique American Empire Style Mahogany Library Writing Table Office Desk Vanity
Located in Dayton, OH
An antique American Empire style dressing table, circa 1930s. Originally featured a mirror along the back which was eventually removed to use as an office desk. Made from mahogany ...
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Early 20th Century American American Empire Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Executive Desk by Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel, Belgium, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Executive desk designed by Jules Wabbes and manufactured by Mobilier Universel in the 1960s. This exclusive desk bears the hallmark of Jules Wabbes, a celebrated Belgian furniture de...
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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Rare Ilmari Tapiovaara Desk, 1940s, Finland
Located in Helsinki, FI
Rare Ilmari Tapiovaara desk, Domus Academica student house, 1940s. Birch with painted table top. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use. Beautiful minimalistic de...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Birch, Paint

Scrivania vintage anni '50
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Questa scrivania prodotta in Italia risale agli anni '50 del secolo scorso. E' stata realizzata con una struttura in ferro tubolare quadrato e legno impiallicciato teak. Il piano e i...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass, Iron

Art Deco Desk by Sanyas and Popot Paris 1930
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
ART DECO DESK A stunning French Art Deco desk produced in Paris in 1930 by Sanyas et Popot ,this example has been crafted from oak and rosewood designed with a curved top section. It...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Freestanding Diplomat Desk Made In Mahogany By Fritz Henningsen From 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
This freestanding desk is a magnificent piece of furniture art, created by the renowned designer Fritz Henningsen back in the 1930s. Crafted from mahogany wood and equipped with bras...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

George Nelson X-Leg Table for Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George Nelson X-Leg Table for Herman Miller. Originally designed and produced in the 1950s this was made as a work table for an office but equally intended for a dining space as well...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

English Edwardian Quarter Sawn Oak Library Table Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome oak English library writing table or desk made in the Edwardian taste. The desk features quarter sawn oak elements that showcase the fascinating woodgrain patterns. The plan...
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20th Century English Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Vintage Coastal Woven Split Rattan Kneehole Desk with Four Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Coastal Woven Split Rattan Kneehole Desk with Four Drawers Offered for sale is a vintage woven rattan kneehole desk. The desk is created in a Coastal design with woven rat...
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Late 20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Rattan, Wood

Black Polished Mahogany Writing Desk by Ole Wanscher
Located in Kastrup, DK
Ole Wanscher, Danish 1903-1985. Mid-century desk in black polished mahogany by Danish cabinetmaker and designer Ole Wanscher. Six drawers (2x3) with original brass handles and locks...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Gothic Revival Hand-Carved Oak Pedestal Desk, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Gothic Revival pedestal desk. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s The craftsmanship of this impressive piece of furniture is outstanding! Executed in so...
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Early 1900s Dutch Gothic Revival Antique Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

French Louis XV Style Figural Maple Burl Writing Desk Napoleon Bureau Plat 72"
Located in Dayton, OH
Monumental Louis XV / Napoleon III style office desk. A serpentine form made from birdseye maple with three large dovetailed drawers in the frieze and long tapered cabriole legs. Fea...
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Late 20th Century Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

1970 Table Console Waxed Black Lacquer "Palace Le Lotti"
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Console, Writing table of Louis XV inspiration in black waxed lacquer coming from "Palace le lotti" 77001 Paris, the stamp is inside the drawer, (see photo). This piece of furniture ...
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1970s French Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Ash

Desk, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Desk, design Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Artek, 1950/1960s. Teak table top with painted wood drawers. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consistent with age and use. Alvar Aa...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Teak

Frits Henningsen Mahogany Writing Table and Chair Set
Located in Kastrup, DK
Frits Henningsen, Danish furniture designer and cabinet maker (1889-1965). Solid Cuba mahogany writing table and chair. The writing desk displays a rectangular top with molded edge ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Mahogany

1960s Rattan and Iron Writing Table Desk
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Lightly used, with very light scratches, or minor cosmetic wear, but has no structural issues. Most antique and vintage items fit this condition.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Iron

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezak, Beech, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Dimensions of the table: Height: 74 cm (29.1 in) Width: 145 cm (57.1 in) Depth: 72 cm (28.3 in) Leg space: Height: 69 cm (27.2 in) Width: 72.5 cm (28.5 in) This table was designed ...
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome, Steel

Danish Modern Solid Teak Biomorphic Desk
Located in Miami, FL
A rare Danish Modern Desk with a biomorphic top. Solid teal construction. Note the finger joints on all drawers.
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1970s Danish Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Boho British Colonial Bamboo & Rattan Desk
Located in Trenton, NJ
Introducing this Vintage British Colonial Style Grasscloth and Bamboo Writing Desk – a tropical oasis for your workspace that’s as stylish as it is sustainable! Say goodbye to boring...
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Late 20th Century Unknown British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Grasscloth, Bamboo, Wood

LOVELY BEVAN FUNNELL ViNTAGE PEDESTAL DESK WITH HUNTER GREEN LEATHER
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Bevan Funnell Vintage Pedestal Desk With Hunter Green Leather. A stunning piece of furniture that exudes elegance and sophistication. This d...
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20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather

Spanish Antique Small Wooden Desk w/Unique Carved "Trunk" Appearance from Front
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Spanish smaller-sized wood desk, with a trunk-like appearance from front, from the early 20th century. This antique desk from Spain features ...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Mid-Century Danish Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjaernulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Solid oak writing desk complete with drawers, attributed to the Danish furniture designer Henning Henry Kjærnulf, a compelling piece. This creation harmoniously blends bold Baroque e...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

George Nelson for Herman Miller Action Office Table or Desk
Located in Skokie, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Vintage Action Office Table or Desk The Action Office desk or conference table was designed by American designer and architect George Nelson (1908-1986) for Herman Miller. A substantial piece, It features a beautifully grained walnut top mounted on a streamlined, polished stainless steel base. The desk top edge is trimmed in black rubber. to protect it against bumps and bruises. Two small desk drawers slide out from beneath the table top. The drawers can be removed if desired. The desk top has been recently restored and is in excellent condition. Action Office was originally designed as a set of components that could be combined in multiple ways and changed as needed to evolve with the office over time. George Nelson was one of the founders of American Modernism. From 1946 until 1972, Nelson was director of design at Herman Miller. While there, Nelson introduced several important innovations in office furniture design, such as the Swagged Leg Group, which included the DAF and MAA chairs...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Stainless Steel

Arch Desk by BBPR for Olivetti 60s-70s
Located in Milano, IT
Desk made of enameled metal and top made of laminated material.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Jean Prouve Style La Residence Universitaire Jean Zay Student Desk
Located in West Hollywood, CA
In the style of Jean Prouve a patinated eggshell blue student desk with single drawer and in inset white laminate top from the dormitories of the La Residence Universitaire Jean Zay,...
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1950s French Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Beech

Mid-Century Teak Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern writing desk in teak wood. Simple design with a two drawer bank and tapered legs. Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

HENKEL HARRIS 2703 CD Connoisseur Distressed Mahogany Queen Anne Writing Desk
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Queen Anne style writing desk by Henkel Harris, of Winchester, Virginia, USA. Solid mahogany with a distressed finish, decorative brass hardware, an ogee edge to the top, brass rai...
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Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Desk table called “Gerard Philipe” by Jules Wabbes
Located in Brussels, BE
Desk table called “Gerard Philipe” by Jules Wabbes. Solid laminated Padouk desk resting on 4 steel legs with “gun barrel” finish. 3 storage under the top. The model takes its name fr...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Padouk

Vintage Curved Walnut Art Deco Executive Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stop asking "who's the boss?" and place yourself at the helm of this stunning Art Deco executive desk. Featuring an eye-catching rounded writing surface atop a unique, yet sturdy, T-...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Brass

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Floating Desk by Gunnar Falsig
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful scandinavian modern rosewood desk by Gunnar Falsig Mobelfabrik, Denmark, 1960's. This exquisite desk, recently imported from Denmark to California before its rest...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

1980s Teal Laminated Over Wood Waterfall Cane Desk Attributed to Karl Springer
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and one of a kind, Tiffany teal laminate over solid wood desk you could hope to find. Outstanding d...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Boomerang Shaped Desk, Shop Counter, 1950s by Alfred Hendrickx
Located in Antwerp, BE
Custom made handcrafted shop counter or desk in a boomerang line with vertical slats at the front which emphasizes the curve of the arch even more, on the inside one side with 3 slid...
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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

20th Century Wood French Louis XV Style Writing Desk, 1960s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
French writing desk from the second half of the 20th century. Louis XV style furniture veneered and carved in walnut and palisander, with beautiful lines and pleasant decor. Finished...
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1960s French Louis XV Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

French Louis XV Style Kidney Shaped Leather Top Bronze Mounted 3 Drawer Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Louis XV Style Kidney Shaped Leather Top Bronze Mounted 3 Drawer Desk. Item features finished back with bronze accents, beautiful wood grain, very pretty desk. Circa L...
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Late 20th Century Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Wood

Smaller Danish Lady’s writing desk in mahogany with drawers and brass details
Located in DK
This smaller Danish modern writing desk was designed ca. 1950 by Danish architect Ole Wanscher (1903-1985) and executed by manufacturer Fritz Hansen, Denmark. The model number is 178...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Gio Ponti, Walnut Writing Table, from the Banca Nazionale del Lavoro, 1950s
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Gio Ponti desk in light walnut on shaped tapering legs united by stretchers. The wood is in excellent condition with beautiful graining to the planked top, and the two drawers to th...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

1900s Belgian Wooden Desk
Located in High Point, NC
Immerse yourself in the charm of yesteryear with this authentic early 1900s Belgian Wooden Desk, a treasure trove of craftsmanship from the esteemed S. De Vreese's furniture workshop...
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20th Century Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

American Oak And Birch Desk. 50's
Located in Madrid, ES
American oak and birch desk composed of two bodies with four drawers each. Portuguese pink marble on top. Conical legs with brass details. Every item LA Studio offers is checked by ...
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1950s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Marble

Executive Desk by Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel, Belgium, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Executive desk designed by Jules Wabbes and manufactured by Mobilier Universel in the 1960s. This exclusive desk bears the hallmark of Jules Wabbes, a celebrated Belgian furniture de...
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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk or Library Table, Newly Restored
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table By Gustav Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak, with original hammered copper hardware. M...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

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Copper

Stickley Brothers Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk or Library Table, Restored
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table By Stickley Brothers USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak, with hammered copper hardware. Measures...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

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Copper

Chinese Hand Painted/Black Lacquered and Brass Secretary Desk
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Immerse yourself in the beauty of traditional Chinese craftsmanship with this Hand Painted/Black Lacquered and Brass Secretary Desk. Featuring intricate hand-painted scenes on a rich...
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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Scrivania Arco di BBPR per Olivetti Anni 60-70
Located in Milano, IT
Scrivania in metallo smaltato e piano in materiale laminato.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Mahogany inlaid writing desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany inlaid desk. The top with inset green leather surrounded by a mahogany inlaid border. Above an arrangement of drawers with similar inlaid decoration and brass handles. Raise...
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Early 20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

PK 55 - Desk/dining table in ash by Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PK 55 - Desk/dining table with top in ash and steel frame. Marked from the manufacturer. Designed by Poul Kjærholm ,made by E. Kold Christensen.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Díaz Infante Desk for DM Nacional
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
For your consideration, desk sadly attributed to Clara Porset, Diaz Infante is the real and original designer, I have the documents that support it, manufactured by DM Nacional.
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Rare desk in mahogany with two drawers by Vilhelm Wohlert
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare desk in mahogany with two drawers and feet. Designed in 1958 by Vilhelm Wohlert for cabinetmaker Arne Poulsen. NOTE: Restoration of the desk is included within the price.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Gio Ponti, Small Walnut Desk, from the Banca Nazionale del Lavoro, 1950s
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Gio Ponti small desk in light walnut on shaped tapering legs united by stretchers. The wood is in excellent condition with beautiful graining to the planked top, and the three friez...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Oak Writing Desk with Aluminum Details Attributed to Kai Kristiansen
Located in Madrid, ES
Freestanding desk, model EP 401, with veneered oak frame and table top. Front with six drawers with aluminum handles, back with three open compartments, legs with aluminum shoes. Man...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Small Walnut Desk with Round Pulls
Located in Belmont, MA
Mid-Century Modern small walnut desk with round pulls, circa 1970s.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

G. Plan Teak Writing Desk, England, circa 1970
Located in New York, NY
A mid-century modern teak writing table with two ample drawers an an ample writing surface; with wonderful lines. Designed by R. Bennet for G. Plan, England, circa 1970 Size: 29 1...
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1970s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Antique Military Campaign Style Desk
Located in London, GB
A top quality antique military campaign style desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1930’s. It is very well made, with a useful and smart design. The wood has a l...
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1930s British Campaign Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Wood

Giotto Stoppino Set of Desk and Armchair in Yellow Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giotto Stoppino, desk and armchair, lacquered wood, lacquered metal, fabric upholstery, Italy, 1970s Playful combination of a desk and armchair designed by Italian architect Giotto ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Mastercraft Mid Century Leather Top Brass Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive vintage Mastercraft writing desk crafted in brass, in a sleek chinoiserie stylized form, with a unique acid washed finish, having a tooled leather top on a case with three...
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern “Planner Group” Desk by Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Maple

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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