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Desks For Sale
Oval Louis XVI Writing Desk
Located in Bradenton, FL
An oval Louis XVI style writing desk. Three panels of black leather are framed with a scrolled gilt border. Four dovetailed drawers with beveled paneled fronts, open with round brass...
Category
Late 20th Century Louis XVI Desks
Materials
Brass
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Raised Panel S Roll Top Desk C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
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Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Raised Panel S-Roll Top Desk with Full Drawer Interior & Carved Pulls C190...
Category
20th Century Arts and Crafts Desks
Materials
Oak
$3,160 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Victorian Mahogany Stationary Box w. Perpetual Calendar, Bramah Improved
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and mint condition, antique desk or table piece.
This rare and beautifully crafted Victorian luxury letter box is a true testament to 19th-century craftsmanship and ingenuity. Made from rich, solid wood with a deep, warm patina, it blends functional design with timeless elegance. More than just a storage piece, this is a refined system for organizing correspondence, complete with a built-in perpetual calendar and integrated writing panel.
Behind the sleek double doors—one of which locks with its key—you’ll find a cleverly designed interior fitted with multiple compartments for letters, documents, and notes. At the top is a charming perpetual calendar with original sliders displaying the day, date, and month—an eye-catching and practical feature.
What truly sets this piece apart are the two fold-out panels inside each door. One features a removable writing surface, ideal for jotting down notes with a pencil or crayon. The opposite panel includes straps for securing cards or memos. In addition, there are hidden drawers and compartments for pens, stamps, or other stationery, making this a uniquely functional piece for both historical display and modern-day use.
The box features two front doors—one with its original Bramah lock, marked “Bramah Improved”, a renowned name in high-security locks since the 18th century.—perhaps a postmaster, a ship's purser, or a gentleman's estate office.
So, if you would rather sit down and write someone a real letter or postcard then, in our view, you will be the right custodian for this stylish and beautifully made antique.
Mind you, our fair price for this great value for money antique even includes perfect packing and also worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 days.
Maximum width x height x depth when closed: 16.2 x 14.4 x 10.1 inches.
Ideal for:
*Collectors of antique desk accessories or postal items.
*Interior decorators looking for a unique office or library statement piece.
*A refined and functional letter organizer.
*An exceptional gift for lovers of history and craftsmanship.
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Category
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Desks
Materials
Brass
Antique Derby School Oak Paneled Roll Top Desk C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
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Antique Derby School Oak Paneled Roll Top Desk C1900.
Measures - 49 1/2" x 50" x 32".
This antique...
Category
Early 20th Century Desks
Materials
Oak
$2,360 Sale Price
20% Off
Colonial Revival Secretary Desk w/ Glass Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Designer: Northwestern Cabinet Co.
Manufacturer: Northwestern Cabinet Co.
Materials: Mahogany, Original Glass, Patinated Brass Hadles
Crafted by Northwestern Cabinet Co. in the 1950s, this Colonial Revival Secretary Desk with Glass...
Category
1950s American Colonial Revival Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Large and impressive Teak Executive Desk by D-Scan
By D-Scan
Located in South Charleston, WV
39 1/8 deep, 72.5" wide and 28.25" tall. A large, well-crafted, and impressive 1970s danish modern teak executive desk by D-Scan. This is a very heavy desk. Clean Danish modern-inspired design distinguished by 3.75” wide solid teak legs with exposed finger joinery in the style of Niels Bach or Peter Hvidt. Expansive top features very handsome highly figured grain. Finished on all sides, allowing for flexible room placement. Five drawers with flush-mount solid brass hinged ring pulls. Top right drawer locks, though key is no longer extant. Bottom right drawer has rails for hanging file folders. Privacy panel is inset 14” from the back, providing plenty of room for opposing chairs...
Category
1970s Singaporean Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Teak
German Space Age Flexible Desk from Multiform, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Space age desk with container and expandable plate.
a functional design. This small desk impresses with its reduced form and flexibility. The table top can be expanded on both sides...
Category
20th Century German Desks
Materials
Metal
Michael Graves Unique Burl Maple Pedestal Vitrine Desk, 1990c.
Located in Chicago, IL
Michael Graves Unique Burl Maple Pedestal Vitrine Desk, 1990c.
One-of-a-kind vitrine desk by architect and designer Michael Graves. The piece features a rectangular burl maple veneer...
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Desks
Materials
Steel
$10,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century teak closable locking teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss Mummenthaler and Meier. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect all...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
$2,625 Sale Price
25% Off
Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Midcentury teak closable locking teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss Mummenthaler and Meier. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect all ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
$2,700 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Teak Drop Leaf Desk for H.Sigh Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern Arne Vodder teak drop leaf desk for H.Sigh Denmark.
Beautiful Teak desk with 3 drawer and 1 removable extension leaf on the right side. Desk top slides lef...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Teak
$2,997 Sale Price
40% Off
Mid century Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning foldable and closable Rosewood writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss Mummenthaler and Meier. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect al...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Brazilian Modern Tropical Hardwood Mid-Century Desk w/ Drawers by Tecnogeral
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Fabulous mid-century desk featuring gorgeous wood veneers and solid wood legs, with 2 drawers.
Knew opening height: 24.5”
Category
Mid-20th Century South American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood
Federal Period Slant-Front Desk in Cherry and Mahogany, Circa 1790
Located in Doylestown, PA
A Federal period slant-front desk with fitted interior over a bank of 4 drawers on bracket feet, in cherry and mahogany, circa 1790.
Category
Late 18th Century American Federal Antique Desks
Materials
Cherry, Mahogany
$1,600 Sale Price
28% Off
Architectural Oak Dining Table with Parquet Top, France, 1950s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Architectural Oak Dining Table with Parquet Top, France, 1950s
Form distilled to mass and rhythm — a collector’s piece of sculptural restraint.
This commanding French oak dining tab...
Category
1950s French Brutalist Vintage Desks
Materials
Oak
$4,600 Sale Price
50% Off
George Nelson & Associates for Herman Miller Home Office Desk, 1946
Located in Chicago, IL
George Nelson & Associates for Herman Miller Home Office desk, 1946, model 4658
Desk features flip-top compartment revealing small organizer, two doors concealing three fixed shelve...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Leather, Walnut
$6,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1567 Four Drawer Desk Maple Black Finish Brass Pulls
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Paul McCobb Planner Group #1567 four drawer desk solid maple black finish brass pulls solid maple. Desk is in original vintage condition. Very beautiful designed desk on st...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
$2,240 Sale Price
30% Off
Ivanhoe Desk with Pencil Drawers by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ivanhoe desk features a cantilevered base with open display shelves. Available in American walnut or white oak and drawers are available upon request.
The Lawson-Fenning Collec...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Oak
$4,185 / item
Mid-Century Modern Teak Corner Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak corner desk, circa 1960s. Impressive book matched veneer top with robust solid sides with contrasting brass trim.
Please inquire.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Teak
Vintage Tortoise Bamboo and Rattan Writing Desk
Located in Roanoke, VA
Stunning vintage faux tortoise bamboo writing desk. Beautiful frame and detail. Features three drawers for storage.
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Desks
Materials
Faux Bamboo, Rattan
Ideale writing desk #1 by Dale Italia
By Dale Italia
Located in Milan, IT
Aesthetics and functionality combine in the Ideale solid wood desk. A piece of high-quality craftsmanship tailor-made for everyday use as well as to furnish with style. The desk feat...
Category
2010s Italian Desks
Materials
Wood
Sligh Furniture Campaign Desk in Leather, Mahogany and Brass
Located in Littleton, CO
Classic and refined, this 1978 Campaign-style executive desk by Sligh Furniture combines traditional craftsmanship with modern functionality. This desk features richly grained mahoga...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
$4,395 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key
By Jean Gillon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning closable and lockable rosewood writing desk. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect all your documents. Opened, it has a large teak writing top that ex...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Rosewood
$3,187 Sale Price
25% Off
Stow Davis Mid Century Burlwood and Walnut Executive Desk
By Stow Davis
Located in Countryside, IL
Stow Davis Mid Century Burlwood and Walnut Executive Desk
This desk measures: 72 wide x 36 deep x 28.75 high, with a chair clearance of 27 inches
All pieces of furniture can be had...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Walnut, Burl
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak & Oak Desk w/ Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desi...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Oak, Teak
Scandinavian modern tall high standing pine desk host station by HADSTEN
By Hadsten Traeindustri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian modern tall high standing pine desk host station by HADSTEN. Made in Denmark. Beautiful woodworking with joinery carved knobs. Flip top with ...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Pine
$2,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid century Danish Modern Flip Down Desk in teak
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century teak secretary desk Featuring a flip down front with small drawers organizer slots and lower large drawers. Beautiful danish construction including brass hinges with wond...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Desk w/ Leather Top by Milling Road
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Designer: Milling Road Furniture / Baker
Manufacturer: Milling Road Furniture / Baker
Materials: Light Walnut, Original Leather Top, Patina...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Iconic Mid Century Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel c. 1960's
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century desk, designed by John Van Koert for Drexel, circa 1960's. This stylish desk features a two tier top, the upper section having two sliding doors, that open to rev...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Leather, Wood
Danish Modern Teak Vanity
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish vanity, circa 1960's. Solid wood trim and stunning bookmatched veneer. Dramatic scissor legs and original swivel mirror. Atomic patterned glass top with some minor wear a...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Mirror, Teak
Antique Victorian Eastlake Walnut & Burl Cylinder Secretary Desk c1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
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Antique Victorian Eastlake Walnut & Burl Cylinder Secretary Desk c1890.
84 1/4" x 38 5/8" x 21 1/...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Desks
Materials
Walnut, Burl
$2,760 Sale Price
20% Off
Early to Mid 19th Century American Walnut Plantation Desk 2-pc
Located in Louisville, KY
The 19th Century was known as a golden age of letter writing and diary keeping. As such, desks were necessary pieces found in many homes and businesses across America. Of the many de...
Category
Early 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Desks
Materials
Walnut
Original 1950s Mid-Century Modern Desk by Paul McCobb for Planner Group
Located in Lafayette, IN
This fantastic little desk is an original 1950s piece designed by the renowned Paul McCobb for the Planner Group and manufactured by the Winchendon Furniture Company. Desk has lots o...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Wood
$1,799 Sale Price
28% Off
Mid-Century Modern Mad Men Bureau Secretaire Cabinet by Beaver and Tapley
Located in Leicester, GB
Please contact us with your country and postcode for the cheapest shipping options. US shipping for this piece £450 which includes a custom-made crate.
This is a beautiful compact vintage bureau...
Category
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Teak
Dutch Mid-Century Pilastro Wall Mount Unit with Desk, Cabinet and Built-In Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This wall unit, a unique Dutch Mid-Century piece, was manufactured by Pilastro and features a wood desk with a laminate top, a wood cabinet with wood sliding doors, a red perforated ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Metal
Antique 18th Century George I Quality Figured Walnut Bureau
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique 18th Century George I quality figured walnut bureau having a quality figured walnut fall with herringbone crossbanding opening to reveal a fitted interior consisting of five ...
Category
18th Century English George I Antique Desks
Materials
Walnut
$4,377 Sale Price
20% Off
Paul Goldman for PlyModern Walnut Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Paul Goldman for Plymodern Molded Plywood Desk. Plymodern developed several designs all made of plywood. There is a bedroom grouping as well that you see sometimes. The desk maybe...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Walnut, Plywood
Antique American Empire Art Deco Flame Mahogany Pine Library Writing Desk 49"
Located in Dayton, OH
An early 20th century American Empire & Art Deco Desk. The desk began its life as a traditional kneehole before being modified into a truly one of a kind piece. Made of flamed maho...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Empire Desks
Materials
Mahogany, Pine
$1,880 Sale Price
20% Off
18th Century George III Mahogany Bureau Desk. Slant Front Writing Secretary.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
18th Century George III Mahogany Bureau Desk. Slant Front Writing Secretary.
This 18th century English bureau desk has 3 rows of graduated hand do...
Category
18th Century English George III Antique Desks
Materials
Brass
Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period writing desk or library table with built-in bookcases
In the manner of Stickley Brothers
USA, Circa 1900
Measures: 40"W x 26...
Category
Early 1900s American Mission Antique Desks
Materials
Oak
Mid century Hans Wegner desk model 156 GETAMA Solid Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage 1960s Danish solid white oak desk Model 156 with (2) drawers designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Manufacturer. The Solid Oak desk with Brass key lock with key on (1) drawer...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Wood, Oak
Severin Hansen for Haslevs Møbelfabrik Rosewood 4-Drawer Scandinavian Desk 1960s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed in the early 1960s by Danish designer Severin Hansen, this desk was produced by Haslevs Møbelfabrik. This factory is generally known for its great construction, and this des...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak make up Vanity jewelry box by Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish Modern teak make up vanity or desk. Beautiful light teak color with a nice grain. Flip top mirror with brass ring pull opens to a sliding felt lined jewelry box wi...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Felt, Mirror, Teak
Danish Modern Rosewood Vanity
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish vanity, circa 1960's. Compact, functional vanity with solid wood trim and stunning bookmatched veneer. Drop down cabinet and sle...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Mirror, Rosewood
French 19th Century Desk-Vitrine
Located in Stockbridge, GA
This French Desk is amazing, it has a top with its original old glass and very useful for storage.
It is made of walnut with a kaki color leather top.
From the floor to the top of th...
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Desks
Materials
Leather, Glass, Walnut
Large Antique Edwardian Freestanding Quality Oak Roll Top Desk
Located in Suffolk, GB
Large antique Edwardian freestanding quality oak roll top desk with fielded panels to all sides and back, quality swan neck tambour opening to reveal a fitted interior consisting of ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Desks
Materials
Oak
$3,273 Sale Price
20% Off
Danish Modern Flip-Top Partners Teak Desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spectacular teak desk designed and crafted by Peter Løvig Nielsen in Denmark circa 1970's. Its ingenious design makes it versatile in accommodating two-persons on each side by simply...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Roll Top Action Office Desk by George Nelson
Located in Lafayette, IN
This is a wonderful early example of the Action Office Roll Top desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller.
Desk features:
Walnut roll top
(4) action drawers
Ebonized black side panels
Deep inner file space
Cast aluminum frame
Foot rest
White laminate writing surface
Power outlet...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
$2,999 Sale Price
53% Off
Rare Midcentury Paul McCobb 1562 Drop Lid Desk with Organizer Maple T Pulls
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Paul McCobb planner group #1562 drop lid desk with Rare organizer inside and adjustable glass shelf blonde maple finish T-pulls all solid maple. Flip down front door is des...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Steel
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Flip-Top Partners Desk by Peter Lovig
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Wood, Teak
1970s Pace Collection Executive Desk
Located in Miami, FL
1970s designer desk from the Pace Collection, featuring a sleek rectangular lacquered olive burl wood top with a rounded bullnose front edge. The piece is anchored by polished chrome...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen Model 573 Mid Century Danish Teak Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen Model 573 Mid Century Danish Teak Desk
This desk measures: 61.25 wide x 31.5 deep x 28.75 high, with a chair clearance of 26.5 inches
All pieces of ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Baker Furniture Historic Charleston Georgian Writing Desk, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style writing desk, console table, or sofa table
By Baker Furniture, "Historic Charleston Collection"
USA, Late 20th Century
Carved mahogany, wi...
Category
Late 20th Century American Georgian Desks
Materials
Brass
Cherry Slant Front Desk
Located in Bradenton, FL
A nice early 19th century Cherry slant front desk probably Pennsylvania or Virginia. Nicely dovetailed case resting on tall bracket feet. The interior sur...
Category
Early 19th Century American Chippendale Antique Desks
Materials
Cherry
$1,595
Scandinavian wall mounted flip top teak desk with 3 drawers Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A wall mounted teak flip-top desk with a black laminate writing surface over 3 drawers. It's in very good vintage condition without stains or major flaws. Designed and made by Arne H...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture Georgian Burled Walnut Executive Credenza Desk, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A stately Georgian or Chippendale style executive credenza desk
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1950s
Walnut case, with gorgeous burled walnut drawer fronts, and original brass pull...
Category
1950s American Georgian Vintage Desks
Materials
Brass
George Nakashima Inspired Walnut Desk by Boyd & Allister
Located in Santa Fe, NM
A walnut desk inspired by George Nakashima’s desk design of the late 1950’s. The desk is built in solid walnut with an exceptional live edge walnut slab top complimented by Wenge but...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
Heywood Wakefield Solid Maple Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Heywood Wakefield Solid Maple Curved Front Desk. One of my favorite Wakefield Designs! Practical and well Built! This is a workhorse desk that gets the job done well adding great ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Maple
1960s Studio Made Live Edge Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A 1960s studio made live edge desk. Sourced from the home of a New Jersey architect who had it commissioned custom for his study. Stylistically reminisc...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks
Materials
Wood
Rococo 18th century Swedish yew and elm bureau desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rococo 18th century yew and elm bureau desk circa 1750.
Stunning swedish rococo period bombe shaped bureau. Beautifully made from yew wood and elm, using various techniques such a...
Category
Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Desks
Materials
Elm, Yew
Vintage and Antique Desks for Sale — Shop Handcrafted Mid-Century Modern Desks, Art Deco Desks and Other Desks and Tables on 1stDibs
There’s no reason that the corner of your home you’ve dedicated to work shouldn’t also reflect your personality and sense of style. A collection of unique vintage and antique desks can be found on 1stDibs today.
The right desk can be a good fit for your space and help keep you organized when you need it most. For many, the word “desk” can have a negative connotation. Derived from the Latin desca, meaning “table to write on,” the word can understandably evoke memories of stuffy classrooms or monotonous workdays.
As working from home has become more widespread for part of the workforce, many professionals who work remotely park themselves at the dining-room table or at the kitchen countertop to do so. If you’ve got the space, it's healthy to set aside an area in your home designated for work. A good desk can keep you on track and keep your newly minted home office free of clutter and distractions.
Within your own walls, an office area can be both personal and productive, decorated exactly to your taste or just an unobtrusive addition that aligns with the energy of the space as is. When shopping for a desk, keep height, space and specs in mind. It’s helpful to know if you’ll need the desk to offer storage, such as drawers or a hutch, or if it should fit alongside your bedroom wall as cleanly as possible.
An antique writing desk, for example, will offer a spacious, streamlined work experience with a desktop that affords real estate for your notebooks, pens, laptop and research materials. Secretary desks reveal small inner storage compartments — pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers — when their hinged leaves are folded out.
Maybe you'd prefer a vintage mid-century modern desk that seamlessly incorporates drawers for storage.
Nebraska-born designer Don S. Shoemaker became inspired by Mexico’s tropical woods, such as cocobolo, a Mexican rosewood, and he decided to work with the material in the postwar years to create desks and other furnishings. Elsewhere, made according to the same high standards as the company’s chairs, celebrated mid-century manufacturer Herman Miller produced desks over the years in a number of versions, created by designers like George Nelson, Gilbert Rohde and Bruce Burdick.
Whether you want a dramatic rolltop-style furnishing akin to the 18th-century secretary commissioned by Louis XVI or a contemporary piece made of everything from linoleum to fallen trees, a new desk and clever arrangement of desktop accessories can brighten the workday in any home.
For every passion project, year-end report or spontaneous million-dollar app idea, find the desk you need on 1stDibs.
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