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Desks and Writing Tables For Sale
Period: 1970s
Period: 1980s
Bamboo Writing Desk with Drawers, 1980s
Located in Roma, RM
BAMBOO WRITING DESK WITH DRAWERS 1980 Product details Dimensions: 90L x 80H x 61D cm.
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1980s Italian Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Bamboo

Bamboo Writing Desk with Drawers, 1980s
Bamboo Writing Desk with Drawers, 1980s

Bamboo Writing Desk with Drawers, 1980s

Rosenthal "Hombre" Solid Desk, by Burkhard Vogtherr, 1970s
By Rosenthal, Burkhard Vogtherr
Located in Neuss, NW
Hombre desk with trolley by Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal from the 1970s. High-quality solid frame and veneered table top in black stained ash with a leather writing surface, a com...
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1970s German Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Ash

Rosenthal "Hombre" Solid Desk, by Burkhard Vogtherr, 1970s
Rosenthal "Hombre" Solid Desk, by Burkhard Vogtherr, 1970s

Rosenthal "Hombre" Solid Desk, by Burkhard Vogtherr, 1970s

Lacquered Desk With Leather Top By Kazuhide Takahama For Simon, 70s
By Simon International
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Distinct and refined, the desk has a solid structure with a leather heart. Classy details for a choice of style. The structure of the furniture is made up of polyester painted eleme...
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1970s Italian Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Lacquered Desk With Leather Top By Kazuhide Takahama For Simon, 70s
Lacquered Desk With Leather Top By Kazuhide Takahama For Simon, 70s

Lacquered Desk With Leather Top By Kazuhide Takahama For Simon, 70s

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Wood Lovig Desk
By Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Phoenix, AZ
The iconic Løvig teak flip top desk designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen, 1960s, Denmark. It’s versatile in that the back shelf can flip down on its brass hinges to create a larger work s...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Wood Lovig Desk
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Wood Lovig Desk

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Wood Lovig Desk

Marc van Rampelberg Freestanding Desk in Solid Iroko
By Marc van Rampelberg
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Marc van Rampelberg, freestanding writing desk, iroko, Kenya, 1980s. This solid Iroko freestanding desk is manufactured in Kenya and designed by the Belgian designer Marc van Rampe...
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1980s Kenyan Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood

Marc van Rampelberg Freestanding Desk in Solid Iroko
Marc van Rampelberg Freestanding Desk in Solid Iroko

Marc van Rampelberg Freestanding Desk in Solid Iroko

Executive Desk By Poul Norreklit for Georg Petersen Møbelfabrik in Denmark
By Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik, Poul Nørreklit
Located in San Diego, CA
Poul Nørreklit desk model GP 160 by Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik, Denmark This is a rare and collectible lucite and rosewood desk. Lucite slab sides wit...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Lucite, Rosewood

Executive Desk By Poul Norreklit for Georg Petersen Møbelfabrik in Denmark

Executive Desk By Poul Norreklit for Georg Petersen Møbelfabrik in Denmark

Burl Maple and Rosewood Art Deco Waterfall Executive Desk
By Henredon
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Everyone here on team FMV adores this desk. We don't know much (if anything) about the origin, maker or designer, but it's awesome nonetheless. Similar to the Henredon "Scene Two" ...
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1970s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Burl Maple and Rosewood Art Deco Waterfall Executive Desk
Burl Maple and Rosewood Art Deco Waterfall Executive Desk

Burl Maple and Rosewood Art Deco Waterfall Executive Desk

MCM Danish Teak Desk by Nordisk Andels Eksport 1970s
By Nordisk Andels-Eksport
Located in Carmel, NY
A remarkable desk that exudes elegance and sophistication. This exceptional Danish Modern desk, crafted by Nordisk Andels-Eksport in Denmark, boasts a s...
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1970s Danish Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

MCM Danish Teak Desk by Nordisk Andels Eksport 1970s
MCM Danish Teak Desk by Nordisk Andels Eksport 1970s

MCM Danish Teak Desk by Nordisk Andels Eksport 1970s

Architect's work, Lacquered system table, circa 1970
Located in Paris, FR
System table Unique piece, special order, Circa 1970 White and orange lacquered wood Height 77 x Width 100 x Length 81 (162 cm open) Condition report: good original condition, so...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Lacquer

Architect's work, Lacquered system table, circa 1970
Architect's work, Lacquered system table, circa 1970

Architect's work, Lacquered system table, circa 1970

Single Minimalistic Heavy Polished Aluminum Table or Desk Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single minimalistic heavy polished aluminum table or desk base. Add your own wood or stone top to specification. The base dimensions are lis...
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1970s American International Style Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

Single Minimalistic Heavy Polished Aluminum Table or Desk Base
Single Minimalistic Heavy Polished Aluminum Table or Desk Base

Single Minimalistic Heavy Polished Aluminum Table or Desk Base

Lady’s Desk or Vanity in Mahogany, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
By Up Závody
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful midcentury desk, originally used as a desk for a lady, or vanity in the bedroom. The table is elegant combination of lighter birch wood on the sides and mahogany wood on to...
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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Birch, Mahogany

Lady’s Desk or Vanity in Mahogany, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Lady’s Desk or Vanity in Mahogany, Czechoslovakia, 1970s

Lady’s Desk or Vanity in Mahogany, Czechoslovakia, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Desk by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Stildomus 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Desk by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Stildomus 1970s
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1970s Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Desk by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Stildomus 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Desk by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Stildomus 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Desk by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Stildomus 1970s

John Widdicomb Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Campaign Burl Wood Executive Desk
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign executive desk By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1970s Gorgeous burl wood, with original brass hardware. Measures: 72"W x ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

John Widdicomb Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Campaign Burl Wood Executive Desk
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Campaign Burl Wood Executive Desk

John Widdicomb Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Campaign Burl Wood Executive Desk

Italian Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Desk or Vanity with two Drawers, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful desk, or can also be used as a vanity - dressing table. Made from bamboo wood and rattan, in Italy in the 1970s. The desk is beautiful to look at from all sides and can als...
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1970s Italian French Provincial Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Bamboo, Rattan

Italian Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Desk or Vanity with two Drawers, 1970s
Italian Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Desk or Vanity with two Drawers, 1970s

Italian Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Desk or Vanity with two Drawers, 1970s

Desk + chair set in light cane, Italy 1980
Located in Roma, RM
Desk + chair set in light cane, Italy 1980 Product details Desk dimensions 80 W x 88 H x 41 D cm Chair dimensions 42 W x 89 H x 52 D cm
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1980s Italian Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Cane

Desk + chair set in light cane, Italy 1980
Desk + chair set in light cane, Italy 1980

Desk + chair set in light cane, Italy 1980

Large Italian Desk by Hans von Klier for Skipper, 1970s
By Hans Von Klier, Skipper
Located in Lasne, BE
Desk with leather and wood top and chromed metal legs designed by Hans Von Klier in the 70s. Wear due to time and age of the desk.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Large Italian Desk by Hans von Klier for Skipper, 1970s
Large Italian Desk by Hans von Klier for Skipper, 1970s

Large Italian Desk by Hans von Klier for Skipper, 1970s

Unusual Italian C.1970s Modernist Jewellery table
Located in London, GB
A late 1970s Northern Italian Modernist desk in marble, steel and leather custom built for a high end jewellers in Milan.
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1970s Italian Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Marble, Steel

Unusual Italian C.1970s Modernist Jewellery table
Unusual Italian C.1970s Modernist Jewellery table

Unusual Italian C.1970s Modernist Jewellery table

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Scandinavian desk by Erik Brouer for Brouer Mobelfabrik, Denmark 70's
By Brouer Mobel, Erik Brouer
Located in Brussels , BE
Scandinavian desk by Erik Brouer for Brouer Mobelfabrik, Denmark 70's
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Scandinavian desk by Erik Brouer for Brouer Mobelfabrik, Denmark 70's
Scandinavian desk by Erik Brouer for Brouer Mobelfabrik, Denmark 70's

Scandinavian desk by Erik Brouer for Brouer Mobelfabrik, Denmark 70's

Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut and Brass Executive Desk
By The Standard Furniture Company
Located in Countryside, IL
Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut and Brass Executive Desk This desk measures: 66 wide x 36 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 24.5 inches All pieces of furniture can be...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut and Brass Executive Desk
Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut and Brass Executive Desk

Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut and Brass Executive Desk

Fine American-Made Leather Top Brass Ormolu Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautiful American-made desk with age -crackled leather and a nice original ebonized frame and gold pinstriping with brass ormolu. Measures 67 wide x 30 tall x 33.25 deep...
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1980s American Louis XV Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Fine American-Made Leather Top Brass Ormolu Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Desk
Fine American-Made Leather Top Brass Ormolu Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Desk

Fine American-Made Leather Top Brass Ormolu Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Desk

Mario Botta “Tesi” Dining Table for Alias, Italy 1980
By Alias, Mario Botta
Located in Argelato, BO
A very rare desk/dining table designed by Mario Botta, model “Tesi”, manufactured by Alias in, Italy around 1980. This eye-catching piece has a clear glass rectangular top allows th...
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1980s Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Mario Botta “Tesi” Dining Table for Alias, Italy 1980
Mario Botta “Tesi” Dining Table for Alias, Italy 1980

Mario Botta “Tesi” Dining Table for Alias, Italy 1980

Desk table Patrice Maffei for Kappa brushed steel smoked glass 1970
By Kappa, Patrice Maffei
Located in Paris, IDF
A rare brushed stainless steel desk table designed by French designer Patrice Maffei for Kappa editor in the 1970s, it features two locki...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Desk table Patrice Maffei for Kappa brushed steel smoked glass 1970
Desk table Patrice Maffei for Kappa brushed steel smoked glass 1970

Desk table Patrice Maffei for Kappa brushed steel smoked glass 1970

Ernest H. Igl for Bayer AG 'HADI' desk set
By Ernest Igl
Located in Wien, AT
Ernest Igl for Bayer AG, 'Hadi' desk, set including adjustable chair and lamp, polyurethane, Germany, 1970s This design by Ernest Igl truly resembles the ethos of the seventies, fe...
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1970s German Post-Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Polyester

Ernest H. Igl for Bayer AG 'HADI' desk set
Ernest H. Igl for Bayer AG 'HADI' desk set

Ernest H. Igl for Bayer AG 'HADI' desk set

Classic Bamboo & Lacquer Campaign Desk With Chair By E. Murio
By E. Murio
Located in Austin, TX
East meets West, Bamboo meets Lacquer. Add a generous helping of mid-century charm to your surroundings with this Bamboo & Lacquer Campaign Desk by Murio. Serve your workspace needs ...
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1970s Philippine Campaign Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Upholstery, Bamboo

Classic Bamboo & Lacquer Campaign Desk With Chair By E. Murio
Classic Bamboo & Lacquer Campaign Desk With Chair By E. Murio

Classic Bamboo & Lacquer Campaign Desk With Chair By E. Murio

French Mid-Century Desk in Black Lacquer with Brass Details by Jean Claude Mahey
By Jean Claude Mahey
Located in Salzburg, AT
Straight-lined desk in a clear design by French designer Jean Claude Mahey. The object is made entirely of beech wood and is very heavy. The desk has 3 drawers with folding brass ha...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

French Mid-Century Desk in Black Lacquer with Brass Details by Jean Claude Mahey
French Mid-Century Desk in Black Lacquer with Brass Details by Jean Claude Mahey

French Mid-Century Desk in Black Lacquer with Brass Details by Jean Claude Mahey

Set of two Andalusian chairs in yellow ocre polychrome wood with birds
Located in BILBAO, ES
Set of two Andalusian chairs in yellow ocre polychrome wood with birds From the 1980´s Very Romantic with a chalky classic finish for interiors with ...
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1980s Portuguese Baroque Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Set of two Andalusian chairs in yellow ocre polychrome wood with birds
Set of two Andalusian chairs in yellow ocre polychrome wood with birds

Set of two Andalusian chairs in yellow ocre polychrome wood with birds

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Small Desk by Ben Thompson for Design Research
By Design Research, Ben Thompson
Located in Belmont, MA
Mid-Century Modern walnut small desk by Design Research, circa 1970s.
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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Small Desk by Ben Thompson for Design Research
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Small Desk by Ben Thompson for Design Research

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Small Desk by Ben Thompson for Design Research

French Petite Wooden Mid-Century Desk
By Maison Regain
Located in London, GB
A stylish petite desk. France, c1970s. In the manner of Maison Regian. Likely to be elm or very well simulated elm wood. Ideal as a desk or vanity unit. Good condition gene...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Elm

French Petite Wooden Mid-Century Desk
French Petite Wooden Mid-Century Desk

French Petite Wooden Mid-Century Desk

Desk By Guy Lefèvre - Metal & Wood - Ca 1970
By Guy Lefevre
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Elegant desk by Guy Lefèvre dating from the 1970s. Its chrome metal structure and black lacquered wooden box are typical of the French style of the 1970s. Just like Maison Jansen, Ro...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Desk By Guy Lefèvre - Metal & Wood - Ca 1970
Desk By Guy Lefèvre - Metal & Wood - Ca 1970

Desk By Guy Lefèvre - Metal & Wood - Ca 1970

Giancarlo Piretti, Platone Folding Desk for Anonima Castelli, 1971
By Giancarlo Piretti
Located in London, GB
One of the most influential Italian designers of the twentieth century, Giancarlo Piretti’s chair designs – for which he is most celebrated – have sold millions worldwide. Piretti’s...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel, Chrome

Giancarlo Piretti, Platone Folding Desk for Anonima Castelli, 1971
Giancarlo Piretti, Platone Folding Desk for Anonima Castelli, 1971

Giancarlo Piretti, Platone Folding Desk for Anonima Castelli, 1971

Open Block Writing Desk by Global Views
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W60 D31.5 H29.25 KC26 Contemporary desk in great gently used condition. Item is structurally sound and sturdy with no large areas of wear. Item features one minimal drawer that hide...
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1970s Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Open Block Writing Desk by Global Views
Open Block Writing Desk by Global Views

Open Block Writing Desk by Global Views

Guido Faleschini writing desk for Mariani, 1970
By Faleschini
Located in Manzano, IT
Guido Faleschini writing desk for Mariani, 1970 Strong and stable, important office desk by Guido Faleschini. Glass shelf, aluminum profiles and alcantara upholstery. Aluminum 8-draw...
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1970s Italian Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

Guido Faleschini writing desk for Mariani, 1970
Guido Faleschini writing desk for Mariani, 1970

Guido Faleschini writing desk for Mariani, 1970

Cavalletto Table Desk by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina, Italy 1970s
By Gavina, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare project by the Japanese architect and designer Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina. Metal base, top covered with billiard cloth. It can easily be used both as a desk and as a dining t...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Cavalletto Table Desk by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina, Italy 1970s
Cavalletto Table Desk by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina, Italy 1970s

Cavalletto Table Desk by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina, Italy 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Wooden and Chrome Desk, Italy, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Wooden and Chrome Desk, Italy, 1970s
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1970s Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Wooden and Chrome Desk, Italy, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Wooden and Chrome Desk, Italy, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Wooden and Chrome Desk, Italy, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern T333 Desk by Oslvado Borsani and Eugenio Gerli for Tecno
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern T333 Desk by Oslvado Borsani and Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, Italy, 1975
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1970s Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern T333 Desk by Oslvado Borsani and Eugenio Gerli for Tecno
Mid-Century Modern T333 Desk by Oslvado Borsani and Eugenio Gerli for Tecno

Mid-Century Modern T333 Desk by Oslvado Borsani and Eugenio Gerli for Tecno

Czechoslovakian Writing Desk by Bohumil Landsman for Jitona, 1970s
By Bohumil Landsman, Jitona
Located in Poznań, PL
An oak desk designed by Bohumil Landsman, produced during the 1970's in former Czechoslovakia by a furniture factory Jitona. A striking design. Surfaces cleaned, stained and lacquer...
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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Czechoslovakian Writing Desk by Bohumil Landsman for Jitona, 1970s
Czechoslovakian Writing Desk by Bohumil Landsman for Jitona, 1970s

Czechoslovakian Writing Desk by Bohumil Landsman for Jitona, 1970s

1970s Writing Desk, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item was carefully refurbished - sturdy and stable - mahogany veneer
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

1970s Writing Desk, Italy
1970s Writing Desk, Italy

1970s Writing Desk, Italy

Stainless steel desk circa 1970
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Rare stainless steel desk circa 1970. A thick glass top is on top of a stainless steel frame which adapts to the 2 legs. Very pure design, great quality and condition.
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1970s Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Stainless Steel

Stainless steel desk circa 1970
Stainless steel desk circa 1970

Stainless steel desk circa 1970

Extra Large Vintage Lacquered Wood & Brass Desk by Jean Claude Mahey ca. 1970s
By Jean Claude Mahey
Located in Geneva, CH
Impressive extra large vintage burgundy red lacquered wood and brass presidential desk by Jean Claude Mahey, France ca. 1970s Rare in these dimensions. Signed with brass label on the...
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1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Extra Large Vintage Lacquered Wood & Brass Desk by Jean Claude Mahey ca. 1970s
Extra Large Vintage Lacquered Wood & Brass Desk by Jean Claude Mahey ca. 1970s

Extra Large Vintage Lacquered Wood & Brass Desk by Jean Claude Mahey ca. 1970s

Elinor and John McGuire set for Lyda Levi: desk with bamboo director’s chair
By John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Roma, RM
Elinor and John McGuire set for Lyda Levi: desk with bamboo director’s chair, leather bindings, brass and canvas details. San Francisco 1970s. Product details Desk dimensions: 85 W x...
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1970s American Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Elinor and John McGuire set for Lyda Levi: desk with bamboo director’s chair
Elinor and John McGuire set for Lyda Levi: desk with bamboo director’s chair

Elinor and John McGuire set for Lyda Levi: desk with bamboo director’s chair

Vintage Campaign Style Desk by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Campaign style desk designed by John Van Koert for Drexel. The desk is supported by gold crossed wood supports with a gilt finish. The top portion offers cubby-hole storage on either...
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1970s American Campaign Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Vintage Campaign Style Desk by Drexel
Vintage Campaign Style Desk by Drexel

Vintage Campaign Style Desk by Drexel

Mid-Century Modern Desk by Florence Knoll for Knoll international, 1970s
By Florence Knoll
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Desk by Florence Knoll for Knoll international Biography : Born to a baker, and orphaned at age twelve, Florence Schust grew up Saginaw, Michigan. Schust demons...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Marble

Mid-Century Modern Desk by Florence Knoll for Knoll international, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Desk by Florence Knoll for Knoll international, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Desk by Florence Knoll for Knoll international, 1970s

Anonima Castelli Palisander Wood Desk with Elegant Metal Insert Handle, 1970s
By Anonima Castelli
Located in Traversetolo, IT
The desk, produced in the 1970s by Anonima Castelli of Bologna, is an authentic vintage piece in impeccable condition, crafted entirely from fine Palisander wood. Its design includes...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Anonima Castelli Palisander Wood Desk with Elegant Metal Insert Handle, 1970s
Anonima Castelli Palisander Wood Desk with Elegant Metal Insert Handle, 1970s

Anonima Castelli Palisander Wood Desk with Elegant Metal Insert Handle, 1970s

Postmodern Dalmatian Pongo Desk by Pierre Colleu for Starform and Disney, 1980s.
By Starform, Pierre Colleu 1, Disney Studios
Located in Lille, FR
Table height: 50 cm. Total height with the head: 80 cm Good condition. Some chips on the top.
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1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Resin, Plastic

Postmodern Dalmatian Pongo Desk by Pierre Colleu for Starform and Disney, 1980s.
Postmodern Dalmatian Pongo Desk by Pierre Colleu for Starform and Disney, 1980s.

Postmodern Dalmatian Pongo Desk by Pierre Colleu for Starform and Disney, 1980s.

Seventies Studded Teak Desk
Located in London, England
Outstanding studded detail teak desk. An almost architectural feel to the proportions and construction. Some light marking in places as to be expected, see photos. France 1970s L...
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1970s French Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Teak

Seventies Studded Teak Desk
Seventies Studded Teak Desk

Seventies Studded Teak Desk

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Guy LeFevre for Maison Jansen Lacquered Wood w/ Leather Desk, France C 1970s
By Maison Jansen, Guy Lefevre
Located in Norwalk, CT
Designed by noted designer Guy LeFevre who worked extensively with Maison Jansen in the 1970s, this handsome desk incorporates many of his signature details. The base and hardware ar...
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1970s French Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Guy LeFevre for Maison Jansen Lacquered Wood w/ Leather Desk, France C 1970s
Guy LeFevre for Maison Jansen Lacquered Wood w/ Leather Desk, France C 1970s

Guy LeFevre for Maison Jansen Lacquered Wood w/ Leather Desk, France C 1970s

M.W. Jr American Studio Roll Top Desk
By Michael Watson, Jr.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
signed, dated, numbered edition 5/5
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1970s American Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Birdseye Maple, Maple

M.W. Jr American Studio Roll Top Desk
M.W. Jr American Studio Roll Top Desk

M.W. Jr American Studio Roll Top Desk

Giotto Stoppino Set of Desk and Armchair in Yellow Metal
By Giotto Stoppino
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

Giotto Stoppino Set of Desk and Armchair in Yellow Metal
Giotto Stoppino Set of Desk and Armchair in Yellow Metal

Giotto Stoppino Set of Desk and Armchair in Yellow Metal

1970s Henredon Burl/ Rattan Maguire Style Desk
By Henredon
Located in Marietta, GA
Functional and trending, at the moment, rattan and burl desk by Henredon. Similar in style, to Macguire furniture, having a rattan base mixed with a wood top. Four drawers across th...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

1970s Henredon Burl/ Rattan Maguire Style Desk
1970s Henredon Burl/ Rattan Maguire Style Desk

1970s Henredon Burl/ Rattan Maguire Style Desk

Hand Carved Whitewashed Desk or Console in the Manner of John Dickenson
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Impressive mid century modern writing desk or console table having whitewashed carved wood with lattice pattern and finished on top with leather and chrome. Chunky legs with Asian f...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Hand Carved Whitewashed Desk or Console in the Manner of John Dickenson
Hand Carved Whitewashed Desk or Console in the Manner of John Dickenson

Hand Carved Whitewashed Desk or Console in the Manner of John Dickenson

Dyrlund Desk Model 'Space' With Side Table And Drawer Module
By Dyrlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Dyrlund. Desk, model 'Space' with side table and drawer module in lacquered wood, handle and legs in steel. Desk D. 95 cm, L. 200 cm, H. 73 cm, side table H. 61 cm, W. 120 cm, D. 40 ...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel, Chrome

Dyrlund Desk Model 'Space' With Side Table And Drawer Module
Dyrlund Desk Model 'Space' With Side Table And Drawer Module

Dyrlund Desk Model 'Space' With Side Table And Drawer Module

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

Danish Modern Solid Teak Biomorphic Desk
Danish Modern Solid Teak Biomorphic Desk

Danish Modern Solid Teak Biomorphic Desk

vintage desk desk 70's adjustable
Located in GRONINGEN, NL
vintage desk desk 70's adjustable period 70s design unknown Sweden condition good signs of use; scratches; discoloration; size 71 (highest position)...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

vintage desk desk 70's adjustable
vintage desk desk 70's adjustable

vintage desk desk 70's adjustable

1970s Milo Baughman Burlwood Chrome Curved Executive Desk
By Milo Baughman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and one of a kind, sculptural Burlwood solid wood desk you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. Chrom...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

1970s Milo Baughman Burlwood Chrome Curved Executive Desk
1970s Milo Baughman Burlwood Chrome Curved Executive Desk

1970s Milo Baughman Burlwood Chrome Curved Executive Desk

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Leather Top Writing Desk
Located in Pomona, CA
A leather top writing desk with brass accent on the edge and three drawers
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1970s American Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Leather Top Writing Desk
Leather Top Writing Desk

Leather Top Writing Desk

Glass desk, Italy 1980
Located in Roma, RM
Glass desk, Italy 1980 Product details Dimensions: 150 W x 72 H x 70.5 D cm
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1980s Italian Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Glass desk, Italy 1980
Glass desk, Italy 1980

Glass desk, Italy 1980

70's Tobacco Leaf Dining Table or Desk
By Milo Baughman, Aldo Tura
Located in Miami, FL
Textural, organic, and terribly chic. This 70's dining table or desk is sheathed in tobacco leaves and given a acrylic finish to complement its sleek simplicity.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Acrylic, Wood

70's Tobacco Leaf Dining Table or Desk
70's Tobacco Leaf Dining Table or Desk

70's Tobacco Leaf Dining Table or Desk

G. Plan Teak Writing Desk, England, circa 1970
By G Plan Furniture
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

G. Plan Teak Writing Desk, England, circa 1970
G. Plan Teak Writing Desk, England, circa 1970

G. Plan Teak Writing Desk, England, circa 1970

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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