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Desks and Writing Tables For Sale
Period: 1960s
Period: Early 1900s
Midcentury Wood, Black Metal and Brass Italian Folding Desk with Drawers, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Italian folding desk with drawers, the foldable top is made by a single piece of wood with marvellous wood grain that continues all over...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Chrome, Brass
Rare Shabby Chic Desk in Light Wood
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous wooden desk in the Shabby Chic style, belonging to the early 1900s. French manufacture.
The desk is entirely made of ivory painted wood.
The frame is supported by 4 very e...
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Early 1900s French Rustic Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Italian Console, Pine Wood, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian Console, Pine Wood, 1960s
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Midcentury German Rosewood "Omega" Desk by Hans Eichenberg
By Haussmann & Haussmann, Hans Eichenberger
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful midcentury rosewood “Omega” desk designed by Hans Eichenberger for Haussmann and Haussmann in Germany, circa 1950s. This desk has a Minimalist but highly functional design....
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Iconic Danish Midcentury Rosewood Dining Table
Located in London, GB
This table is 190cm long when extended and 140cm long when butterfly extension leaf is folded under the table top. All surfaces have been lightly sanded to even out any variation in colour between the main halves and the extension leaf. All surfaces have then been re-lacquered to make water resistant.
This table has been attributed by some sellers on 1stdibs and some experts to Helge Vestergaard Jensen. I have in my possession both the table documented as designed by Helge Vestergaard Jensen (not for sale in this listing) and, obviously, this table for sale here in this listing. The design and construction are significantly different.
I have seen this design with a label from H Sigh and Sonner...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Hardwood
USM Haller Desk Designed by Fritz Haller and Paul Scharer, Switzerland
By Usm Haller
Located in Athens, Attiki
USM Haller table designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1964
A great modern, significant design piece that can be used as a dining table or an executive desk...
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1960s Swiss Minimalist Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Stainless Steel
Sculptural Cast Iron Pedestal and Glass Industrial Dining / Work Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural cast iron pedestal base and glass Industrial dining / work table.
Beautiful patina on the base. Heavy custom made glass top with cable opening in the middle.
Impress...
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Early 1900s North American Industrial Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
Vintage Danish Teak Dining Table by Finn Juhl for France & Søn, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish dining table by Finn Juhl for France & Søn 1960s
Large teak table Model Diplomat by Danish architect Finn Juhl, designed in 1962. Suit...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Architectural Desk with Bookshelf, Italy, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Architectural desk with bookshelf, Italy 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Desk by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1960s
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Lasne, BE
Wood and black metal desk with 6 drawers, 2 of which have a lock. No key. Wear due to time and age of the desk. Stamped Pastoe.
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Vintage Regency Italian Burlwood Desk and Chair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Fantastic vintage 1960s Italian Secretary desk. A gorgeous burl Olive wood cabinet with chic vintage brocade lining. A charming little Tole lamp...
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1960s Italian Regency Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Danish Modern Tile Inlay Teak Desk or Dining Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a beautiful tile inlay teak desk or dining table. In great vintage condition.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Bespoke Long Writing Table, High Gloss Lacquered Walnut Veneer, 1960
Located in Berlin, DE
Hand crafted long writing table manufactured in Italy, c. 1960.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
B40 Desk in Solid Elm by Pierre Chapo, France, 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Chapo, B40 desk, elm, France, 1960s, Mid-Century modern, Rustic;
Characteristic desk by French designer and carpenter Pierre Chapo. Eye-catching detail is the remarkable carved tabletop...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Elm
Mid-Century Modern Italian Desk with Drawers, Teak, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian desk with drawers, teak, 1960s.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Desk Probably Produced in Germany
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare freestanding desk by unknown designer. Probably produced in Germany.
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Desk Made In Rosewood By Severin Hansen For Haslev Møbelfabrik From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
The desk in rosewood, designed by Severin Hansen and manufactured by Haslev Møbelfabrik in 1960, is an example of Danish furniture art at its finest...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Painted Metal Desk with Brown Leatherette Top from Mermelada Estudio, 1960s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Painted Metal Desk with Brown Leatherette Top from Mermelada Estudio, 1960s
Category
1960s Italian Industrial Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Antique Edwardian Quality Rosewood Inlaid Bow Fronted Writing Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Edwardian quality rosewood inlaid bow fronted writing table having the original brass gallery above a lift up lid opening to reveal a fitted interior, original leather writin...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Mid Century Modern Italian Two Part L Shaped Desk, circa 1960
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Mid Century Modern Italian two part L shaped desk, rosewood with metal drawers. The desks rest on a base of curved metal legs. The smaller desk offers two open shelves and three dr...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Monumental Inlaid French Bronze Mounted Louis XVI Cylinder Desk Circa 1900
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Let me make this very clear, this desk is a BEAST to move. The desk has a grand piano-like presence to it and is absolutely magnificent in terms of the quality of teh bronze ormolu w...
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Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Desk Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty - Attributed Louis Majorelle - 1900
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Desk Attributed Louis Majorelle
Style: Art Nouveau or Modernism or Jugendstil
Year: 1900
Materials : Furniture glass paste, bronze and wood.
Painted flowers
We have specialized in t...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Midcentury Danish Modern Light Teak Desk 6 Drawers Top Lockable Drawers Key
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Great Medium sized mid century Danish modern light teak desk with 6 drawers with wooden pulls. Danish compact design. No labels, made in Denmark. T...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Desk Made In Teak From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This desk is a beautiful example of Danish design from the 1960s. Made of teak wood, it exudes a warm and welcoming atmosphere that fits perfectly with any decor. The desk's simple y...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern wooden desk, Italy, 1960s.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Modular Set by Designer Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, 1960s, Czechoslovakia
By M. Požár
Located in Praha, CZ
- Wooden veneered construction
- Upper surfaces black opaxite glass
- Glass bears signs of use, small fragments
- Original condition preserved.
- C...
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Desk by Raymond Haeusler for Regain
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Size : W1000 D600 H750 mm ?
Vintage desk by Raymond Haeusler. It is a product made by Regain, which made products such as Charlotte Perriand and Pi...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Desk by Gianni Moscatelli for Formanova, 1960s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Desk with chest of drawers by Gianni Moscatelli for Formanova, steel base, 3 drawers and top in black painted honeycomb.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Wonderful Executive Walnut "Omega" Desk by Hans Eichenberger Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A wonderful mid-century executive walnut "Omega" desk produced in Switzerland. Designed by Hans Eichenberger for the German design firm Haussmann and Haussmann in 1957. It was distri...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Desk by Gianni Moschatelli for Formanova, 1960s
By Formanova
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Formanova dattilo table design Gianni Moschatelli, cherry wood top, dark steel base marked inside Formanova.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Hans J. Wegner Drop Leaf Desk or Table Model "AT-305" for Andreas Tuck, 1955
Located in Odense, DK
This magnificent drop-leaf table by Danish designer Hans J. Wegner can be used both as a work desk and as a dining table. The design is from 1955 and this particular table is from th...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak, Teak
1968 Executive Desk
Located in Hanover, MA
Executive desk formerly belonging to noted architect George M. Notter, (1933–2007) of the Boston firm Anderson Notter Finegold (now known as Finegold Alexander Architects).
Current institutional memory at the firm suggests it was a special order from Herman Miller for the then new New York offices of MGM, however Herman Miller's archivist was unable to confirm.
Styling, particularly the distinctive slim milled aluminum tracks through which the entire drawer carriage glides is clearly similar to Warren Platner's designs for Lehigh-Leopold which were then among the most costly of executive office furnishings. The bent flat bar chromed steel base with its distinctive pigeon toe splay is somewhat similar to a table base in Stow Davis' Electa Series, designed by Alexis Yermakov circa 1971. Walnut laminate top is very clean with no issues. One one corner edge shows a small separation.
The only identifying markings are within the milled aluminum channel:
G.P.
F.I.
2
And the date Dec. 20, 1968.
See image 18.
Between the rectangular laminate top and the chrome base is a heavy blackened steel plate. Underneath the bent chrome pigeon toe feet are bars of a thick phenolic material which act as floor protector.
We can have keys made to fit the two locking drawers.
Tim Anderson...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Four drawer lacquered wood panel desk
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Four drawer wood desk with ivory lacquered drawers and angular legs in the style of Gio Ponti.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Desk Made In Teak Designed By Omann Junior From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
The desk in teak, designed by Omann Junior in the 1960s, is a prominent example of Danish furniture design from that time.
With its characteristic teak wood design, the desk radiate...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Brazilian Rosewood Executive Desk attrib to Arne Vodder /Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Buffalo, NY
Richly grained Brazilian rosewood desk ,,made in Denmark attributed to Arne Vodder, Featuring 6 drawers,, two top locking.. dovetail joinery,, backside bookcase / cubbies.. Superior ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
1950's Stitched Leather Desk by Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1950's Stitched leather desk by Jacques Adnet.
Metal is in vintage condition.
See pictures for details.
Other pics on request, overall very good condition.
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1960s French Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Very Fine Edwardian Satinwood Writing Desk or Dressing Table
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine Edwardian satinwood writing desk or dressing table, the moulded cross banded top raised over shaped frieze with reeded ebonised deta...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This desk is a timeless piece of Danish design from the 1960s, made of teak wood. It has a simple and elegant aesthetic that fits perfectly with both modern and vintage interiors.
T...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Double Pedestal Glass and Wood Desk with Chrome Mounts C 1960
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Mid-Century Modern Double pedestal glass and wood Desk with chrome mounts C 1960. Three drawers on each side.
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Desk by Tosi, Glass Wood Leather and Bronze, Italy, 1968
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern desk by Tosi, glass wood leather and bronze, Italy, 1968.
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1960s Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Glass, Wood
George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller, 1960s
The Top has a very floating appearance.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Brutalist Pine Drrawers Desk by Maison Regain, France 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century brutalist pine drawers desk by Maison Regain - France 1960s.
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Rare Brazilian Rosewood Escriba Directors Desk by Tora Brazil, 1970s
By Tora Brasil 1, Escriba
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Very rare Brazilian solid Rosewood Escriba directors desk designed by Tora Brazil in the 1970s. The Rosewood drawers have a leather panel at the back, allo...
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1960s Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Bert England for John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Leather Top Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern writing desk or executive desk
By Bert England for John Widdicomb "Orientation Group"
USA, 1960s
Walnut, with leather top and original Asia...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Italy, 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Very Fine Edwardian Pedestal Desk
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine Edwardian mahogany and satinwood line inlaid pedestal desk, the moulded top inset with gilt embossed red tooled leather writing skiver surface raised over frieze with two...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Danish Modern Model 156 Oak Desk by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Belmont, MA
Midcentury Danish modern model 156 oak desk by Hans Wegner for GETAMA professionally restored. Simple yet elegant style will be the center piece of any home ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-BU-08-A Student Desk / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
This desk is an iconic design piece. It is raw in its simplicity and it shows a slightly patinated material. Its shape is beautifully fragile and has a wonderful colour. We don't res...
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1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Vintage Midcentury Danish Modern Writing Desk 3 Drawer Denmark Asymmetrical Top
By Arne Vodder
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Great vintage midcentury Danish modern writing desk 3 drawer Denmark asymmetrical top. Stunning Danish design with round tapered legs and a ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Eugenio Quarti desk, Chair and Trah in Style Liberty or Art Nouveau, Jugestails
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Eugenio Quarti (Desk , chair and Trash )
Style: Liberty or Art Nouveau or Modernism or Jugendstil
Furniture realized mainly in inlays of nacre and metallic applications, parchament
bronze ferrules.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles since 1982.If you have any questions we are at your disposal
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Eugenio Quarti was born in Villa d'Almè, a small village in the province of Bergamo, from an artisan family of woodworkers. In 1881, at the age of 14 years old he goes to Paris, where he will learn new techniques and broaden his horizons. In 1886, he returned to Italy and settled in Milan where he worked, for a short period, with Carlo Bugatti and then open his own workshop in via Donizetti 3.
His early works are strongly marked by Bugatti Moorish’s style, but already the exhibition of Turin of 1898 you can see the first signs of Art Nouveau and his personal style. He was always attentive to the quality and originality of his accomplishments, always attentive to every art form. Furniture realized mainly in walnut with inlays of nacre and metallic applications. Develop over time a harmonic elegance of the decor, with thread-like grounds, valuable wood species and inlays and high quality bezels with fine materials (nacre, silver, copper, bronze, pewter, etc.), this characteristic was called "the goldsmith of furniture makers."
In 1900 he participates at the Paris International exposition where he received the "Grand Prix" of the jury. Will participate in a number of other exposures as that of Turin in 1902 and Milan in 1906 where he will receive the "Grand Royal Award" and the "Diploma of gold medal".
Eugenio Quarti worked with the most prestigious architects of his time (Giuseppe Sommaruga, Luigi Broggi, Alfredo Campanini, etc.) well as with the great artists/craftsmen of his time as Alessandro Mazzucotelli. He also worked as a decorator, designing entire furniture for both public and private buildings. It was he who designed the furniture for Palazzo Castiglioni in Milan, Villa Carosio in Baveno, Grand Hotel and Casino in San Pellegrino Terme, Hungaria Palace Hotel in Venice Lido. One of his most significant works were the vessels of the "Bar Camparino", at the entrance site of the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele in Milan. however not disdain also committed less important such as the furniture for Villa Mariani to Bordighera residence of the painter Pompeo Mariani...
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Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Nakashima Style Slab Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern style desk with decorative leaf handles and large tree slab top.
(Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
Antique Victorian Inlaid Satin Walnut Twin Pedestal Desk Writing Table
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique quality Victorian mahogany twin pedestal desk writing table C1890.
This is a lovely piece, that is full of age, charm and character. Lovely line inlays.
Later quality t...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
No. 804 Rolltop Desk
Located in Munich, DE
Rare and unusual desk designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini. By pulling the desk top out you open the rolltop. This desk cabinet has a lot of storage space, 10 drawers at the f...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Italian Desk, from 1960 in Chestnut, Honey-Colored, with 5 Drawer
Located in Buggiano, IT
Italian desk, from 1960 in chestnut, honey-colored, with 5 drawers
Nice design with wood in the top
Height for legs from under the drawer 58 cm.
Comes from an old country house in th...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chestnut
Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This desk is a beautiful example of Danish design from the 1960s, made of teak wood, which gives it a natural and timeless look. The beautiful golden color and unique wood pattern ad...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk with 6 Drawers, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern wooden desk with 6 drawers, Italy, 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Lacquered Brass Executive Desk by Mastercraft for John Widdicomb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous executive desk built by Mastercraft for John Widdicomb Furniture. A gold abstract splatter over an ebonized lacquered top helps the brass legs stand out in any room. Please...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Italian Design Desk 1970
Located in Nice, FR
Beech desk, Italian design from the 60s/70s.
Structure in black metal, front with three drawers.
He can stand in the middle of a room.
This desk has be...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
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Beech
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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