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Material: Wood
Drawer desk in wood and leather style ico parisi 1970s
Located in taranto, IT
Beautiful and very rare desk with curved wooden drawers and leather top, original made in Italy in the 1970s. Additional two drawers built into the shelf, pull-out as needed, one of ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood, Bentwood

Drawer desk in wood and leather style ico parisi 1970s
Drawer desk in wood and leather style ico parisi 1970s

Drawer desk in wood and leather style ico parisi 1970s

$4,175
William-IV-Desk-Mahogany-Library-Table-19th-Century
Located in Potters Bar, GB
William IV Library Table or desk Circa 19th Century This Library Table is raised Upon Turned Columns with Carved Feet and Original Castors. The Table Features 2 Mahogany Lined Drawer...
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19th Century William IV Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

William-IV-Desk-Mahogany-Library-Table-19th-Century
William-IV-Desk-Mahogany-Library-Table-19th-Century

William-IV-Desk-Mahogany-Library-Table-19th-Century

$3,152
19th Century English George III Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a very good quality burr walnut dome top bureau bookcase. The top of the bookcase has three finials with two glazed doors below. The doors open to reveal a superbly fitte...
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Early 19th Century English Queen Anne Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century English George III Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase
19th Century English George III Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase

19th Century English George III Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase

$13,941
19th Century English Victorian Marble-Top Library Writing Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Curvaceous 19th century English Victorian library table or writing table desk. The table features a 1" inch thick slab of Carrara marble on top with a serpentine shape and an ogee ed...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble

19th Century English Victorian Marble-Top Library Writing Table
19th Century English Victorian Marble-Top Library Writing Table

19th Century English Victorian Marble-Top Library Writing Table

$2,520 Sale Price
28% Off
60s Desk
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Desk with side drawers and one central under-top drawer. Exotic wood veneer, brass, original back-treated glass top. Good conditions.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

60s Desk
60s Desk

60s Desk

$2,767 Sale Price
20% Off
Romweber Spanish Baroque Carved Pine Writing Desk
By Romweber Furniture Co., Jim Peed
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Spanish Baroque style writing desk By Jim Peed for Romweber USA, Circa 1990s Carved pine, with original brass hardware. Middl...
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Late 20th Century American Baroque Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Romweber Spanish Baroque Carved Pine Writing Desk
Romweber Spanish Baroque Carved Pine Writing Desk

Romweber Spanish Baroque Carved Pine Writing Desk

$2,395
1930's Vintage Heavy Cherrywood Writing Desk - Comes Apart Into 4 Pieces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
On offer 1930's USA Made Heavy Cherrywood Writing Desk. Lots of storage with 6 drawers. Can be placed in room with back showing. This very high quality desk comes apart into 4 pieces.
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1930s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

1930's Vintage Heavy Cherrywood Writing Desk - Comes Apart Into 4 Pieces
1930's Vintage Heavy Cherrywood Writing Desk - Comes Apart Into 4 Pieces

1930's Vintage Heavy Cherrywood Writing Desk - Comes Apart Into 4 Pieces

$2,825
1954, Coen de Vries for Devo Wooden Writing Desk with Red Drawer and Formica Top
By Wim Rietveld
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Formica, Wood, Paint

1954, Coen de Vries for Devo Wooden Writing Desk with Red Drawer and Formica Top
1954, Coen de Vries for Devo Wooden Writing Desk with Red Drawer and Formica Top

1954, Coen de Vries for Devo Wooden Writing Desk with Red Drawer and Formica Top

$1,133
19th Century Country French Louis XVI Secretary
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Country French Louis XVI Secretary represents the essence of efficiency with a flair for style! Hand-crafted from solid oak, i...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century Country French Louis XVI Secretary
19th Century Country French Louis XVI Secretary

19th Century Country French Louis XVI Secretary

$3,980
Cartesio Desk by Ivano Colombo
By Annibale Colombo
Located in Milan, IT
Equipped with a practical drawer, this desk in Canaletto walnut and ebony boasts a dynamic silhouette marked by a distinct sculptural flair. The streamlined legs extend at the base t...
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2010s Italian Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Ebony, Walnut

Cartesio Desk by Ivano Colombo
Cartesio Desk by Ivano Colombo

Cartesio Desk by Ivano Colombo

$8,815 / item
Antique Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk or Library Table, Newly Restored
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
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 Solid quarter sawn oak, with original hammered copper hardware....
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Copper

Antique Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk or Library Table, Newly Restored
Antique Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk or Library Table, Newly Restored

Antique Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk or Library Table, Newly Restored

$4,800
19th Century English Writing Desk, Partner Style, Leather Top, Wood Grain Veneer
Located in Madrid, ES
This mid-19th century English writing desk features handsomely inlaid rich-grained mahogany veneer. It is "partner" or "center" in de...
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Mid-19th Century British Regency Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

19th Century English Writing Desk, Partner Style, Leather Top, Wood Grain Veneer
19th Century English Writing Desk, Partner Style, Leather Top, Wood Grain Veneer

19th Century English Writing Desk, Partner Style, Leather Top, Wood Grain Veneer

$5,815 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid-Century Modern Walnut "Mainline" Desk by Hooker
By Hooker Furniture
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous mid-century modern walnut “Mainline” desk by Hooker Furniture in the United States, circa 1960s. This desk has been built from the highest quality walnut wood. It has a desi...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Walnut "Mainline" Desk by Hooker
Mid-Century Modern Walnut "Mainline" Desk by Hooker

Mid-Century Modern Walnut "Mainline" Desk by Hooker

$3,995
Rare California Modernist Desk, walnut & brass attrib to Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare California Modernist Desk, walnut & brass attrib to Brown Saltman.... Stunning figured walnut top,, unusual hair-pin designed brass legs with (ballerina slipper like foot) Truly...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Rare California Modernist Desk, walnut & brass attrib to Brown Saltman
Rare California Modernist Desk, walnut & brass attrib to Brown Saltman

Rare California Modernist Desk, walnut & brass attrib to Brown Saltman

$6,200
Simply Modern Writing Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
An elegant modern writing table with three singular leather wrapped drawers, our Cardamon finish on the veneered frame (and handles) with panel end supports and brushed brass finish ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Simply Modern Writing Table
Simply Modern Writing Table

Simply Modern Writing Table

$4,785 / item
Antique 19th Century Danish Biedermeier Mahogany Secretary Desk
Located in Round Top, TX
This stunning Biedermeier secretary was crafted in Denmark during a peak era known for high quality furniture craftsmanship. Enlarge photos to appreciate the beauty of the wood, note...
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Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Antique 19th Century Danish Biedermeier Mahogany Secretary Desk
Antique 19th Century Danish Biedermeier Mahogany Secretary Desk

Antique 19th Century Danish Biedermeier Mahogany Secretary Desk

$8,100
Antique Fine Quality Mahogany Writing Dressing Table 19th Century Desk Side
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique Fine Quality Georgian Mahogany Writing Dressing Table, 19th Century – also ideal as a desk or side table. This exceptional piece features solid construction with tight joint...
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19th Century Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Fine Quality Mahogany Writing Dressing Table 19th Century Desk Side
Antique Fine Quality Mahogany Writing Dressing Table 19th Century Desk Side

Antique Fine Quality Mahogany Writing Dressing Table 19th Century Desk Side

$1,953 Sale Price
30% Off
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 Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Mid Century Modern Italian Two Part L Shaped Desk, circa 1960
Mid Century Modern Italian Two Part L Shaped Desk, circa 1960

Mid Century Modern Italian Two Part L Shaped Desk, circa 1960

$5,850 / set
20th Century Grand Ash Prewar Desk with Brass Fillings
Located in Opole, PL
20th Century Grand Ash Prewar Desk with Brass Fillings We present you a big ash desk circa before 1939. This piece of furniture is placed on high, angular legs. There are rows of dr...
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Early 20th Century European Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

20th Century Grand Ash Prewar Desk with Brass Fillings
20th Century Grand Ash Prewar Desk with Brass Fillings

20th Century Grand Ash Prewar Desk with Brass Fillings

$2,767 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Salon Empire Writing Desk, 1890
Located in Berlin, DE
Solid wood, mahogany veneer. Rectangular cover plate over an inconspicuous frame. The base is arched. Fine chiselled bronze applications, gilded. Removable worktop / writing table un...
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Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Salon Empire Writing Desk, 1890
19th Century Salon Empire Writing Desk, 1890

19th Century Salon Empire Writing Desk, 1890

$6,870
Vintage Executive Ebonized and Chrome Desk
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This stunning vintage executive desk from the 1970s is a true testament to classic American craftsmanship. Designed for both functionality and style, it features three spacious drawe...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Executive Ebonized and Chrome Desk
Vintage Executive Ebonized and Chrome Desk

Vintage Executive Ebonized and Chrome Desk

$5,495
Onda Medusa Iridescente Desk by Carlo Rampazzi
By Sergio Villa
Located in Milan, IT
Eye-catching since its asymmetrical design, this desk is an artful piece celebrating waves even when far away, in urban private studies. A special iridescent finish - named "Medusa" ...
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2010s Italian Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Onda Medusa Iridescente Desk by Carlo Rampazzi

Onda Medusa Iridescente Desk by Carlo Rampazzi

$12,478 / item
English Victorian Gothic Revival Carved Oak Table
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian Gothic Revival (late 19th Century) carved oak rectangular table resting on two wide carved legs connected at center under the tabletop by two arching carved open su...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

English Victorian Gothic Revival Carved Oak Table
English Victorian Gothic Revival Carved Oak Table

English Victorian Gothic Revival Carved Oak Table

$12,500
Pierre Guariche French styled Walnut Mid Century Desk
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A Mid Century walnut writing desk with a drawer , file drawer , wood / metal handles and a upper pullout writing surface . The desk backside has a caned privacy panel so it can be fl...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Pierre Guariche French styled Walnut Mid Century Desk
Pierre Guariche French styled Walnut Mid Century Desk

Pierre Guariche French styled Walnut Mid Century Desk

$2,900
Writing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A single pedestal writing desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller with a built-in pivoting lamp. Lamp is 18" H.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Writing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Writing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Writing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$11,500
Bauhaus Desk by Erich Dieckmann, Rosewood, Lacquer, Maple, Germany circa 1925
By Erich Dieckmann, Bauhaus
Located in Regensburg, DE
Original, fully restored Bauhaus Desk, attributed to Erich Dieckmann, Germany, 1923-1925 at the Bauhaus in Weimar. Wonderful rosewood / Palisander veneer with excellent piano lacquer finish. Inside in bright maple in satin finish and high-gloss inside the doors.  Polished stainless steel trims around the top and bottom. Nickel-plated metal fittings and details, galvanized and polished.  Original locks repaired and galvanized. On the backside there are two book compartments...
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1920s German Bauhaus Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel, Nickel

Bauhaus Desk by Erich Dieckmann, Rosewood, Lacquer, Maple, Germany circa 1925
Bauhaus Desk by Erich Dieckmann, Rosewood, Lacquer, Maple, Germany circa 1925

Bauhaus Desk by Erich Dieckmann, Rosewood, Lacquer, Maple, Germany circa 1925

$10,616
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Trestle Library Table or Writing Desk
By Gustav Stickley
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 Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Trestle Library Table or Writing Desk
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Trestle Library Table or Writing Desk

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Trestle Library Table or Writing Desk

$4,500
Monumental Italian Freestanding Desk with Architectural Design Walnut 1950s
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Writing table, walnut, iron, Italy, 1950s Both visually and structurally remarkable, this exceptional piece of office furniture exemplifies the pinnacle of Italian mid-century moder...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Monumental Italian Freestanding Desk with Architectural Design Walnut 1950s
Monumental Italian Freestanding Desk with Architectural Design Walnut 1950s

Monumental Italian Freestanding Desk with Architectural Design Walnut 1950s

$24,500
1800s Hancrafted Tall Slant Top Secretary Desk
Located in Germantown, MD
1800s Hancrafted tall slant top secretary desk. Wood appears to be flame maple. Solid dove tail joints. Turned legs and carved apron. Some wea...
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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

1800s Hancrafted Tall Slant Top Secretary Desk
1800s Hancrafted Tall Slant Top Secretary Desk

1800s Hancrafted Tall Slant Top Secretary Desk

$1,450
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Leather Top Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and rare antique Victorian burr walnut leather top kidney shaped desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period. The quality is outstanding, t...
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1860s British High Victorian Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Leather Top Kidney Shaped Desk
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Leather Top Kidney Shaped Desk

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Leather Top Kidney Shaped Desk

$3,082
Solace No28 Console Table – Balanced Asymmetry, Design by Joel Escalona
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Solace No28 Console Table – Balanced Asymmetry, Design by Joel Escalona ————————————————————— Solace Console Table Series Design by Joel Escalona The Solace console table series, de...
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2010s Mexican Brutalist Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Solace No28 Console Table – Balanced Asymmetry, Design by Joel Escalona
Solace No28 Console Table – Balanced Asymmetry, Design by Joel Escalona

Solace No28 Console Table – Balanced Asymmetry, Design by Joel Escalona

$15,694 / item
Vintage 1950's Oak Combined school Desk and Chair "George M Hammer & Co London"
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Vintage 1950's Oak Combined school Desk and Chair "George M Hammer & Co London." It will transform your workspace featuring sturdy black steel legs that combine durability with moder...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Vintage 1950's Oak Combined school Desk and Chair "George M Hammer & Co London"
Vintage 1950's Oak Combined school Desk and Chair "George M Hammer & Co London"

Vintage 1950's Oak Combined school Desk and Chair "George M Hammer & Co London"

$1,377
Original rosewood desk by Angelo MANGIAROTTI
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Magnificent and atypical rosewood desk by Angelo MANGIAROTTI Dimension: Length 200 cm x width 80 cm x Heigth 72 Good condition fully restored Angelo MANGIAROTTI was a leading Ital...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Original rosewood desk by Angelo MANGIAROTTI
Original rosewood desk by Angelo MANGIAROTTI

Original rosewood desk by Angelo MANGIAROTTI

$28,631
Desk by Gio Ponti
Located in MADRID, ES
Desk by Gio Ponti and edited by Vittorio D'assi, in solid mahogany and coloured laminate details, Italy 1950s.
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1950s Italian Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Laminate, Mahogany

Desk by Gio Ponti
Desk by Gio Ponti

Desk by Gio Ponti

$6,203
Desk BM-66 by Børge Mogensen, Produced by P. Lauritsen & Søn in Denmark No. 2
By Børge Mogensen, P. Lauritsen & Son 1
Located in Hägersten, SE
Desk model BM-66 designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by P. Lauritsen & Søn in Denmark, ca late 1950s-1960s. Made from teak wood on the table top and drawers. Inside of the drawers...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Desk BM-66 by Børge Mogensen, Produced by P. Lauritsen & Søn in Denmark No. 2
Desk BM-66 by Børge Mogensen, Produced by P. Lauritsen & Søn in Denmark No. 2

Desk BM-66 by Børge Mogensen, Produced by P. Lauritsen & Søn in Denmark No. 2

$9,543
French 19th Century Empire Mahogany Writing Desk with Embossed Leather Top
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant dual-sided 1880s French Empire style pedestal leg desk featuring the original rectangular gold embossed green leather top in good condition. Top sits on turned trestle legs w...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Empire Mahogany Writing Desk with Embossed Leather Top
French 19th Century Empire Mahogany Writing Desk with Embossed Leather Top

French 19th Century Empire Mahogany Writing Desk with Embossed Leather Top

$4,200
Vintage Maitland Smith Carved Oak Console Table / Desk
By Maitland Smith
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carved oak Vintage Maitland-Smith console table/writing desk with black marble tessellated top. In the style of George III. Signed/Stamp in the back. Overall great condition.  
Category

Late 20th Century American George III Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble

Vintage Maitland Smith Carved Oak Console Table / Desk
Vintage Maitland Smith Carved Oak Console Table / Desk

Vintage Maitland Smith Carved Oak Console Table / Desk

$2,864 Sale Price
20% Off
Knoll Walnut Mid Century Modern Double Pedestal Desk with White Laminate Top
By Knoll
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Knoll walnut double pedestal desk. This is a gorgeous office desk, perfect for a mid century home or office. It features a classic, simple design, and a choice set of materials. Th...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Knoll Walnut Mid Century Modern Double Pedestal Desk with White Laminate Top
Knoll Walnut Mid Century Modern Double Pedestal Desk with White Laminate Top

Knoll Walnut Mid Century Modern Double Pedestal Desk with White Laminate Top

$4,200
Espresso Finish Art Deco Style Vanity/ Writing Desk
Located in North Miami, FL
This Parsons style, simple and stylish desk has an added feature of a flip top vanity area with storage. Perfect for storing a laptop computer! Two push ...
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1970s American Art Deco Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Espresso Finish Art Deco Style Vanity/ Writing Desk
Espresso Finish Art Deco Style Vanity/ Writing Desk

Espresso Finish Art Deco Style Vanity/ Writing Desk

$6,000
Jacques Adnet Oak Tripod Writing Desk
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Long Island City, NY
Oak tripod writing desk by French modernist architect Jacques Adnet c. 1950's. This desk features a sliding drawer with a locking mechanism and matching brass key. Jacques Adnet (19...
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1950s French Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Jacques Adnet Oak Tripod Writing Desk
Jacques Adnet Oak Tripod Writing Desk

Jacques Adnet Oak Tripod Writing Desk

$24,300
18th Century Italian Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 18th-century Italian desk exemplifies the ornate craftsmanship and elegance of period furniture. Crafted from rich, dark wood, likely walnut, it features intricately carved legs...
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Italian Desk
18th Century Italian Desk

18th Century Italian Desk

$6,950
George III Mahogany Architect’s Desk attr. Gillows of Lancaster circa 1790
Located in Shippensburg, PA
GEORGE III MAHOGANY ARCHITECT'S DESK IN MANNER OF GILLOWS OF LANCASTER England, circa 1790 with alphabetized rent drawers interior unmarked Item # 405KYH28Z This remarkable architect's pedestal desk was almost certainly crafted by Gillows of Lancaster, London circa 1790. It features a rectangular top inlaid with maroon gilt-tooled leather bordered by a molded edge. Below this is situated a full-width frieze drawer which is decorated to appear as two false drawers over pedestals containing three graduated drawers on either side of an open kneehole. The desk stands on a molded plinth base fitted with casters. The top drawer reveals a sliding gilt-tooled leather writing surface with a central panel that can be lifted on ratchet supports to hold and display documents. This surface slides back to uncover a lower compartment with an open storage area, flanked by three lidded compartments labeled alphabetically within oval reserves. The back of the desk is designed for a tidy appearance, making it suitable for placement in the center of a room, featuring two full-width faux drawers above faux cabinet doors in the pedestals. While the present example is not marked by Gillows, it is almost without question a product of their workshops and is firmly attributed to their design books. The alphabet inlaid drawers were inspired by designs popularized by Thomas Shearer’s The Cabinet Maker’s London Book of Prices (1788-1803). These were employed in designs published by Gillows, such as the 'bureau writing-table' with a double-ratcheted top made for the Earl of Shrewsbury in 1789 and a writing-table from 1794 (see Gillow Furniture Designs 1760-1800, L. Boynton, ed., 1995, pl. 24 and 41). A similar design appears in the firm’s 1798 Estimate Sketch Book (p.1481), preserved in the Westminster City Library. The drawer design is further seen on pedestal desks stamped by Gillows, including the library table provided by the firm in 1778 to Denton Hall (see C. Gilbert, The Life and Works of Thomas Chippendale, London, 1978, vol.II, p.246, pl.449). Gillows produced many variations of this desk style, including those with ratcheting tops for standing use, enclosed kneehole designs, various types of pulls, and subtle dimensional adjustments. Examples can be seen well into the George IV period and the influence of this form on later desks by Gillows can be seen as the tastes changed into the second half of the nineteenth century. Sir Walter Scott acquired a similar desk from Gillows for his Edinburgh house in Castle Street in 1810, later moving it to his study at Abbotsford in 1826. In a letter to J.B. Morritt of Rokeby Hall, Yorkshire, dated May 1810, Scott wrote: ‘You know I fell in love with your Library table and now the The Lady [The Lady of the Lake] has put crowns into my purse I would willingly treat myself unto the like...’ On 9 August, Scott wrote again to Morritt: 'I must not omit to tell you that Gillows table has arrived and gives great satisfaction. Everyone that sees it likes it so much I dare say I shall have some commissions to send him. His bill did not much exceed yours being about £30 ready money’. The Gillow archives from 1810 record: ‘pack for W.Scott Esq., Castle Street, Edinburgh, case containing mahogany bureau writing table Double Elevating tops cupboard in center complete writing drawers’. (See C. Wainwright, The Romantic Interior, Fig 162 & 163). A few open-market examples of nearly identical desks...
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18th Century English George III Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

George III Mahogany Architect’s Desk attr. Gillows of Lancaster circa 1790
George III Mahogany Architect’s Desk attr. Gillows of Lancaster circa 1790

George III Mahogany Architect’s Desk attr. Gillows of Lancaster circa 1790

$19,500
Executive Desk by Hans von Klier for Skipper Italian, circa 1970
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Desk by Hans von Klier in walnut wood with three drawers, a center leather writing section, and a inset storage space which includes two sliding walnut supply holders. The desk has a...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Executive Desk by Hans von Klier for Skipper Italian, circa 1970
Executive Desk by Hans von Klier for Skipper Italian, circa 1970

Executive Desk by Hans von Klier for Skipper Italian, circa 1970

$16,500
English 19th Century Oak Pedestal Desk
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Very Good Quality, One Piece, Mid 19th Century Oak Pedestal Desk Of Eleven Drawers Having Replacement Gilt Tooled Leather Top And Original Turned W...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

English 19th Century Oak Pedestal Desk
English 19th Century Oak Pedestal Desk

English 19th Century Oak Pedestal Desk

$7,608 Sale Price
20% Off
French 18th Century Large Louis XVI Marquetry Desk or Bureau à Cylindre
By Jean Kisling
Located in Berlin, DE
French 18th century large Louis XVI marquetry desk or bureau à Cylindre An exceptional marquetry secrétaire in the form of a bureau with a cylinder front and on a stand with four ...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

French 18th Century Large Louis XVI Marquetry Desk or Bureau à Cylindre
French 18th Century Large Louis XVI Marquetry Desk or Bureau à Cylindre

French 18th Century Large Louis XVI Marquetry Desk or Bureau à Cylindre

$32,000
Restored Biedermeier Writing Desk, Spruce, Maple Veneer, Austria, 1830s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Biedermeier writing desk comes from Austria from the early 19th century. It is made of spruce wood veneered with maple and impresses with its simplicity and elegance. Th...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Maple, Lacquer, Spruce

Restored Biedermeier Writing Desk, Spruce, Maple Veneer, Austria, 1830s
Restored Biedermeier Writing Desk, Spruce, Maple Veneer, Austria, 1830s

Restored Biedermeier Writing Desk, Spruce, Maple Veneer, Austria, 1830s

$2,862
Pedestal Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Usa, 1955
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pedestal desk designed in 1955 by George Nelson for Herman Miller, USA. Teak wood top with two drawers underneath and polished aluminium bases.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Pedestal Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Usa, 1955
Pedestal Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Usa, 1955

Pedestal Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Usa, 1955

$5,367
Spanish 18th Century Walnut Reflectoire Table or Desk
Located in Round Top, TX
An outstanding 18th century Reflectoire table or desk from the Catalan region of Spain. Masterly constructed from walnut with a stunning solid board top. Wonderful patina.... This ta...
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Late 18th Century Spanish Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Spanish 18th Century Walnut Reflectoire Table or Desk
Spanish 18th Century Walnut Reflectoire Table or Desk

Spanish 18th Century Walnut Reflectoire Table or Desk

$11,875
Desk in Mahogany and Brass by Josef Frank, 1950's
By Josef Frank
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Desk in Mahogany and Brass by Josef Frank, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Mahogany and brass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare desk model 590 Produced by Svenskt Tenn ...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Desk in Mahogany and Brass by Josef Frank, 1950's
Desk in Mahogany and Brass by Josef Frank, 1950's

Desk in Mahogany and Brass by Josef Frank, 1950's

$14,912
Late 19th Bureau Antique Cartonnier Sliding Top for Hidden Storage
Located in Miami, FL
An Italian smaller-sized writing desk with storage hidden beneath top from the 19th century. This super cute desk, or occasional table from I...
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Late 19th Century French Regency Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Late 19th Bureau Antique Cartonnier Sliding Top for Hidden Storage
Late 19th Bureau Antique Cartonnier Sliding Top for Hidden Storage

Late 19th Bureau Antique Cartonnier Sliding Top for Hidden Storage

$4,290
Miniforms NAMI Desk in Wood by E-GGS
By Miniforms, E-GGS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Nami desk by Miniforms, the result of a collaboration with the talented design team at E-ggs, embodies this idea perfectly. From a barely sketched sketch on a sheet of paper, an ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Miniforms NAMI Desk in Wood by E-GGS
Miniforms NAMI Desk in Wood by E-GGS

Miniforms NAMI Desk in Wood by E-GGS

$4,037 / item
Louis XVI Leather Top Mahogany Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
A mahogany and brass mounted bureau plat desk, with a leather inset writing surface and three frieze drawers, on turned legs French. The original Lou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Louis XVI Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Louis XVI Leather Top Mahogany Desk
Louis XVI Leather Top Mahogany Desk

Louis XVI Leather Top Mahogany Desk

$8,175 / item
Stunning Faux Book Hardwood & Brown Leather Kidney Desk with Gallery Rail
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this absolutely stunning faux book back and sides Kidney desk with brown leather top and brass gallery rail This is pretty much the best looking desk I hav...
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20th Century English Regency Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Stunning Faux Book Hardwood & Brown Leather Kidney Desk with Gallery Rail
Stunning Faux Book Hardwood & Brown Leather Kidney Desk with Gallery Rail

Stunning Faux Book Hardwood & Brown Leather Kidney Desk with Gallery Rail

$7,272 Sale Price
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Yellow & Black Steel Frame Desk Model 4111 by George Nelson Herman Miller Mint
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Yellow & black steel frame desk Model 4111 by George Nelson Herman Miller Mint.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Yellow & Black Steel Frame Desk Model 4111 by George Nelson Herman Miller Mint
Yellow & Black Steel Frame Desk Model 4111 by George Nelson Herman Miller Mint

Yellow & Black Steel Frame Desk Model 4111 by George Nelson Herman Miller Mint

$7,500
Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This desk is an example of Danish design from the 1960s and is made of teak wood, which gives it a natural and timeless look. The beautiful golden color and unique wood grain add cha...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s

Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s

$1,067
English Adam Satinwood Carlton House Desk
By Carlton House Fine Furniture
Located in Queens, NY
19th century English Adam style satinwood Carlton House design desk with painted floral decorative trim and green leather top.
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19th Century English Adam Style Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Satinwood

English Adam Satinwood Carlton House Desk
English Adam Satinwood Carlton House Desk

English Adam Satinwood Carlton House Desk

$27,500
Fine French Art Deco Oak Table by P. Bloch and Charles Dudouyt
By La Gentilhommière 1, Pierre Bloch
Located in Long Island City, NY
Fine French Art Deco oak table designed by Pierre Bloch and edited by Charles Dudouyt (founder of La Gentilhommière). Two original end leaves (widt...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Fine French Art Deco Oak Table by P. Bloch and Charles Dudouyt
Fine French Art Deco Oak Table by P. Bloch and Charles Dudouyt

Fine French Art Deco Oak Table by P. Bloch and Charles Dudouyt

$8,500
Antique Petite French Rustic SIde Table or Small Desk Pink
Located in Atlanta, GA
Petite Pink Side Table or Desk with Rustic Pink Distressed Finish and Wood White Washed Top Purchased in the South of France on a recent buying trip.
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Petite French Rustic SIde Table or Small Desk Pink
Antique Petite French Rustic SIde Table or Small Desk Pink

Antique Petite French Rustic SIde Table or Small Desk Pink

$1,200
Antique Victorian Satinwood Writing Table / Desk
Located in London, GB
A fantastic antique Victorian satin wood writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1840-1860 period. It is of outstanding quality, with gorgeous satin...
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1840s British Early Victorian Antique Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Satinwood

Antique Victorian Satinwood Writing Table / Desk
Antique Victorian Satinwood Writing Table / Desk

Antique Victorian Satinwood Writing Table / Desk

$2,237
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 Wood Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Italy, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Italy, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Italy, 1960s

$2,862

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