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Desks and Writing Tables For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Arts and Crafts
Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s Mahogany Desk
Located in London, GB
Danish cabinetmaker - 1940s writing desk
This exceptional, minimalist desk was produced in Denmark in the 1940s by an anonymous cabinetmaker and ...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
Secretaire by Torbjørn Afdal for Nesjestranda, Norway, 1960s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Rare secretaire designed by Torbjørn Afdal. Produced by Nesjestranda møbelfabrikk during the 1960s. Made from palisander with solid wood in the legs and the drawers. The drawers made...
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1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Palisander
Rare Freestanding Desk by Frode Holm for Illums Bollighus, 1950s
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
A very rare freestanding desk designed by Frode Holm around 1950. Ultra minimalist design with exceptional details and two elegant drawers executed in teak. Produced by Illums Boligh...
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Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Modern Teak Writing Desk by Jesper
Located in Trenton, NJ
Introducing an exceptional vintage centerpiece for your workspace – this Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk. Drawing inspiration from iconic mid-century Danish design, this desk embodies ...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Teak
21st Century American Walnut Veneer Vanity Desk with Mirror and Carrara Marble
Located in New York, NY
"La Nouvelle Vanité" is a make up desk made of American walnut veneer with an arc shaped mirror behind, designed by Merve Kahraman design studio.
This work/makeup desk...
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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
1965 Danish Arne Jacobsen Saint Catherines Desk in Oak by Fritz Hansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Arne Jacobsen Saint Catherines Desk in Oak by Fritz Hansen
The desks are marked with a Fritz Hansen label from July 1965 and have...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Severin Hansen Model 36 Oak Desk
Located in London, GB
The iconic Model 36 desk from Danish designer Severin Hansen was designed in 1958 and exhibited at the annual Cabinetmaker’s Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen in...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Severin Hansen Model 36 Walnut Desk
Located in London, GB
The iconic Model 36 desk from Danish designer Severin Hansen was designed in 1958 and exhibited at the annual Cabinetmaker’s Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen in...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Alvar Aalto Mahogany Desk for Artek with Drawers and Pull Out Work Surfaces
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Chicago, IL
The model #500 mahogany desk designed by Alvar Aalto, made in Sweden for Artek, Finland. Six drawers with two pull-out work surface boards. A nice example...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Stickley Brothers Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk or Library Table
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table
By Stickley Brothers
USA, Circa 1900
Quarter sawn oak, with original copper hardware.
Measures: 60"W...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Copper
Scandinavian Modern Teak Executive Desk
Located in Trenton, NJ
This Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak Executive Desk from Jesper Furniture makes a timeless masterpiece that combines elegant design with exceptional craftsmanship. Crafted with rich...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
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
Materials
Brass
Teak Writing Desk with Bookshelf, Danish Design
Located in The Hague, NL
Midcentury Danish rosewood desk
A good quality Danish Teak desk having four drawers to the front and open shelf to the back. Beautiful grain on the top and drawers on original key su...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Trestle Library Table or Writing Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission oak Arts & Crafts trestle library table or writing desk
By Gustav Stickley
USA, Circa 1900
Measures: 48.25"W x 29.75"D x 28.25"H.
Professio...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Late Victorian Oak Writing Table This is a good solid quality piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Late Victorian Oak Writing Table
This is a good solid quality piece made about 1900, with low stretchers and standing on turned legs, the table has 5 drawers the centre one having ...
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1890s Arts and Crafts Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Stickley Brothers Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk or Library Table, Restored
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table
By Stickley Brothers (original label present)
USA, Circa 1910
Solid quarter sawn oak, with or...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Copper
Scandinavian desk by Erik Brouer for Brouer Mobelfabrik, Denmark 70's
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
Materials
Wood
Danish Modern Desk / Dining Table in Birch Attributed to Philip Arctander, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare dining table with two extendables made in birch. Attributed to Danish designer Philip Arctander. Beautiful structure and lines.
It can also be used as a desk.
Each extendable me...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch
Arne Jacobsen "Shaker table"
Located in Shibuya City, JP
The Shaker Board (table) has a sleek image, possibly due to its steel legs. This center table, with a rectangular top and a Shaker base, was designed by Arne Jacobsen in collaboratio...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Alvar Aalto Rare Writing Table from Otaniemi Technical University, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Rare writing table, designed by Alvar Aalto, 1960s. Birch with linoleum table top. Later modified with the reading lamp. The writing table is from the Otaniemi Technical University. ...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Teak desk with 3 side drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage original 1960s teak desk. This charming piece of furniture embodies the simplicity and practicality typical of Scandinavian design. The compact structure and minimal lines gi...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Rosewood Conference Table
Located in Dronten, NL
Large Mid-Century Modern stainless steel table with a beautiful rosewood top.
Good vintage condition with many superficial scratches on the top but no veneer damage.
Could be refinis...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk With Bookcases
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table with built-in bookcases
In the manner of Stickley Brothers
USA, Circa 1900
Solid quarter sawn oak, wi...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Copper
Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Drop Front Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts slant front writing desk or secretary desk
In the manner of Stickley Brothers
USA, Circa 1900
Quarter sawn oak, with original hammered copper h...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Copper
Two Mid-Century Elm Arts and Crafts Style Tables or Desks
Located in London, London
Table or desk
Elm
Arts and craft style
Probably originally used as desks in a school
Tables show marks, wear and burns
Photos show both tables
England 1950s
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Mid-20th Century British Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Elm
Signed Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk
By Gustav Stickley (original label present)
USA, Early 20th Century
Solid quarter sawn oak, with original copp...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Copper
Scrivania in teak con 3 cassetti allungabile
Located in Brescia, IT
Scrivania stile danese in teak e betulla. Questo pezzo unico si distingue per i suoi dettagli distintivi e il suo design versatile. Le maniglie dei tre cassetti sono realizzate in le...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch, Teak
Desk Model Nr. 75, Omann Jun.
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic freestanding desk model Nr. 75 from the 1960s by Omann Jun. High-quality corpus in teak veneer with a floating table top, six drawers, a hinged door and two bookcases on the ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Teak desk with drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage teak and birch office table.
Featuring a combination of timeless elegance and practical functionality, this desk is perfect for those seeking a classic design with a modern...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch, Teak
Large Poul Kjaerholm PK55 Table by Ejvindt Kold Christensen
Located in Dronten, NL
Exceptionally well preserved example of iconic work / dining table model PK55 designed by Danish architect Poul Kjaerholm in 1957, manufactured by Ejvindt Kold Christensen according ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Elm Desk by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful desk by Josef Frank, made from elm with striking woodgrain. Clean lines and subtly rounded forms, a timeless piece.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Elm
Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk or Library Table, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table
By L. & J.G. Stickley
USA, Circa 1900
Gorgeous quarter sawn oak, with original hammered copper hardwa...
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Copper
Contemporary Work Station Set: Curved Birch Pillar Desk & Tetris Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Work hard, play hard. Elevate in geometric continuity with the Curved Birch Pillar Desk and the Tetris Chair, a perfect pairing.
Distinguished by its sle...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch, Plywood
"Armand" Angular Burl Wood Desk by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The first ready-to-assemble desk from Lemieux et Cie features angular cut corners and ample surface space for use as a table, console or vanity. A single hidden drawer adds storage s...
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2010s Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Burl
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Trestle Library Table or Writing Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission oak Arts & Crafts trestle library table or writing desk
By Gustav Stickley
USA, Circa 1900
Measures: 48"W x 30"D x 29"H.
Very good original...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Axel Einar Hjorth Extendable Table, Macassar, 1930
Located in Dronten, NL
This beautiful Scandinavian Modern extendable dining table or writing desk is designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for NK in the 1930s. The base and extension leaves are lacquered in a won...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch, Macassar
Vintage Functionalist Desk by Alvar Aalto, Artek, Finland, 1930s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Desk by Alvar Aalto made from birch with original green top. Lovely, clean lines. Neat size, small drawer to the left.
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch
Midcentury Teak Ladies' Desk "RY 32" by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant teak desk by Hans J. Wegner, model named “RY 32”. Shallow design with one drawer with nicely sculpted knob handles.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Secretary Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish secretary desk, circa 1960's. Sleek angular profile and elegant tapering legs. Stunning bookmatched veneer case with contrasting beech wood fitted interior. Minor ven...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Antique L. & J.G. Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk
By L. & J.G. Stickley
USA, Circa 1900
Quarter sawn oak, with original hammered copper hardware.
Measures: 48"...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Copper
Wild Willy's Woodshop Contemporary Curved Birch Pillar Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Distinguished by its sleek design and contemporary flair, this desk is a one stop shop for work or play. Asymmetrical elegance brings a dreamy union between function and form. The se...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Floating Desk Fm50 by Kai Kristiansen
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a sought after Scandinavian Modern executive floating desk Model FM60 in rosewood designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured by Feldballe's Møbelfabrik in Denmark in the 19...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Finn Juhl Rare Desk for Bovirke in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Finn Juhl for Bovirke, desk, model ‘BO 69’, teak, metal, brass, Denmark, design ca. 1953, made late 1950s
Finn Juhl conceived this rare version of the desk model ‘BO 69’ in the late...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Arts & Crafts American Oak Library Table Desk With Barley Twist Legs
Located in Southampton, NJ
American antique Arts & Crafts solid quarter sawn Oak library table with original finish. Unusual in its distinct Mission & English influences. Boasts a single drawer with impressive...
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1890s American Arts and Crafts Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
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
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Desk by H. Sigh & Son
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood mid-century desk by H. Sigh & Son, circa 1960's. Stunning bookmatched veneer top surface, beautiful carved handles and plenty of storage. Open cubbies on the finished back, ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
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
Materials
Birch, Paint
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Trestle Library Table or Writing Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission oak Arts & Crafts trestle library table or writing desk
By Gustav Stickley
USA, Circa 1900
Measures: 48"W x 30"D x 29"H.
Professionally res...
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Black Polished Mahogany Writing Desk by Ole Wanscher
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
Materials
Brass
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
Materials
Steel, Chrome
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
Materials
Mahogany
Midcentury Desk in Rosewood Designed by Frits Heningsen, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding desk in rosewood with three drawers, designed and made by cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen. Made in Denmark, great original condition.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Green Linoleum Table/Desk by Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sørensen for Magnus Olesen
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s. Bent birch legs and inset linoleum top. Comes with connectors to join multiple tables together.
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch
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
Materials
Copper
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
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
Materials
Rosewood
Very Rare Aino Aalto Vanity Desk Model 191, 1930s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Over half a century later, from its original days of manufacturing, this dressing table designed by Alvar Aalto is still extremely hard to come by. This particular piece comes with m...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mirror, Birch
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
Materials
Copper
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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