Indian Desks and Writing Tables

Teak Library Table circa 1955–56 by Pierre Jeanneret - model PJ-TAT-08-B This model was produced in several variants and dimensions for Chandigarh’s public institutions. The detacha...

Administrative desk, circa 1960, made for the city of Chandigarh, India. Also known as the PJ-BU-19-A desk. Top fixed on an “X” leg. One side has a small single cabinet door with al...

This iconic original PJ-BU-02-A / Pigeonhole desk in teak by legendary designer Pierre Jeanneret. Dark brown re-covered leather top. A single drawer and open pigeonhole shelving. Jeanneret was commissioned by the city of Chandigarh, India, to build and design for the Punjab University Administrative buildings and a few private residences. They were produced between circa 1952 and 1957. Chair seen in pictures is not included but can be bought at 1stDibs Ref: LU7480248866122 . Provenance: Sourced from gallery Fiftiesdesign in Brest, who imported the furniture from India...

We are very pleased to present this exceptional and rare Pierre Jeanneret illuminated reading table with provenance from DAV (Dayanand Anglo-Vedic) College Chandigarh which was built...

A very rare and iconic French mid century wooden "Pigeon hole" working desk in dark stained teak and leather by Pierre Jeanneret produced for the administrative building in Chandigar...

This vintage wooden desk exudes rustic industrial charm with its weathered green patina and distressed finish. Crafted from solid wood, the desk features a spacious work surface, ope...

The Capucine Black & White Table is a playful writing table in the shape of a monkey with a light at the end of its tale, and cute facial features in burnished brass. A little dr...

An Anglo Indian bone, ebony and metal inlaid sadeli work box with portable writing desk, Bombay, circa 1850. The sandalwood body of faceted recta...

This item is raw and sturdy. Its rugged textures and bold lines define that radical character. Its presence is uncompromising and captivating. The visible nonchalance here celebrates...

The object exudes an aura. It’s not about the shape or about the material; its auratic quality comes out of its depth, giving a strong presence with an almost ritualist intensity. No...

The object exudes an aura. It’s not about the shape or about the material; its auratic quality comes out of its depth, giving a strong presence with an almost ritualist intensity. No...

The Jazba work/writing desk table in solid Oak, is designed thoughtfully to address all the needs in your study/productive spaces. The organic kidney bean shaped top and cylindrical ...

This item is raw and sturdy. Its rugged textures and bold lines define that radical character. Its presence is uncompromising and captivating. Each piece is slightly different, where...

Sculptural qualities define this object. A vivid dynamic between the different volumes and surfaces, showing different qualities from different angles. Its expressive form offers a c...

Pierre Jeanneret (1896–1967), Swiss architect and designer, trained at the École des Beaux-Arts in Geneva before joining his cousin Le Corbusier (1887-1967) in 1925. Together, they c...

This is one of the rare Ministers’ desks, one of the few pieces Le Corbusier personally designed for the Chandigarh project. The object exudes an aura. It’s not about the shape or ab...

This Pierre Jeanneret desk combines simplicity and craftsmanship in perfect harmony. The teak wood and vinyl surface detailing create a workspace that is both functional and perfectl...

This item expresses a specific rawness. There is no need for precise execution or the desire to appear sophisticated. It is simple, self-evident, and direct. It is made out of basic ...

This student desk by Pierre Jeanneret – known as model PJ-BU-08-B – features a rectangular top with drop-down sides, complete with compass-style legs. Geneva-born architect Pierre J...

This item is raw and sturdy. Its rugged textures and bold lines define that radical character. Its presence is uncompromising and captivating. Each piece is slightly different, where...

The relationship between the elements ensures a balanced composition. The careful alignment and proportions create an equilibrium, giving a sense of coherent design. Both tension and...

Sculptural qualities define this object. A vivid dynamic between different volumes and surfaces, showing different qualities from different angles. Its expressive form offers a compl...

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-BU-02-A Important: Vintage collector's item for sale with guaranteed authenticity. Desk-bookcase called “Office table”, circa 1957-1958 Tabletop fixed on a spi...

Pierre Jeanneret Desk and Stool from the city of Chandigarh, India 1950 - 1959 Teak Holland and Sherry boiled wool. Desk: 27 H x 31.5 W x 23 D inches Stoo...

Pierre Jeanneret Desk, 1960's Rare “Writing Table for Junior Officers” in rosewood. Rectangular top supported on one side by a tripod base and on the other by a long, double-sided...

Spectacular pigeonhole desk by Pierre Jeanneret. Made for the Chandigarh project. Used in the administrative buildings in Chindigargh, Sector 1. Angular leg and bookcase back. The word - OFFICE - stenciled on years ago designating it to one of the buildings. One of the most iconic pieces of modern design. Dark green leather top. Single pull out drawer on front left. Looks stunning from every angle. Great piece to float in a room. Desk in excellent vintage condition. Last 5 images are the original photos - pre-restoration. Armrest clearance is 26". Jeanneret Chandigargh Book - Jacques Dworczak...

This iconic original armchair SI-28-B teak and cane by legendary designer Pierre Jeanneret. With A-shaped legs, a signature for the Chandigarh designs. With its raw simplicity it shows the true strength of simplicity like many of Jeanneret's designs for the Chanidharh project. Jeanneret was commissioned by the city of Chandigarh, India, to build and design for the Punjab University Administrative buildings and a few private residences. They were produced between circa 1952 and 1957. Desk seen in picture is not included but can be bought at 1stdibst LU7480248849332. Provenance: Sourced from gallery Fiftiesdesign in Brest, who imported the furniture from India...

The relationship between the elements ensures a balanced composition. The careful alignment and proportions create an equilibrium, giving a sense of coherent design. Both tension and...

An increasingly scarce teak mid-century desk by legendary design Pierre Jeanneret. India, circa 1960s, for Chandigarh projects. Designed for various administrative buildings in the city. Black re-covered leather top. A single drawer to the front, open pigeonhole shelving to the reverse ideal for books and curios to create and artistic display. A particularly good model, remaining in good vintage condition, priced accordingly. Recent sales...

Louise Console Table from our Louise Collection. The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furnitur...

Calen desk by Madheke. Dimensions: D 90 x W 210 x H 78.5 cm. Materials: leather, wood, veneer, metal. Classic leather front and upper, dead matte veneer, bronzed metal detailing...

Pierre Jeanneret (1896-1967) played a pivotal role in modernism, notably in collaboration with his cousin Le Corbusier. Together, they articulated modernist architectural principles in "Five Points Towards a New Architecture" (1926). They later designed Chandigarh, a utopian modernist city in India. Jeanneret's acclaimed furniture designs for its administrative buildings include the pigeonhole desk...

A late 19th century Anglo-Indian rosewood desk or sofa table, the flat top bordered with three pull brass knob drawers bordered by a gadrooned edg...

The relationship between the two elements ensures a balanced composition. The careful alignment and proportions create an equilibrium, giving a sense of coherent design. Both tension...

Paris Bureau Gray and White Study Desk Writing Table by Matteo Cibic is an extraordinary console/writing table, with two drawers. It is available in a ran...

Louise Console Table from our Louise Collection. The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furnitur...

Carbon fiber and cast brass talon desk by Madheke Dimensions: W 180 x D 75 x H 74.5 cm Materials: Leather, Carbon Fibre, Metal The TALON desk is defined by a rich matte black ...

Louise Console Table from our Louise Collection. The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furnitur...

Balkrishna Doshi, Le Corbusier Ahmedabad console/desk. Chandigarh c. 1960. Solid teak stained black. Originally designed by Indian architect ...

A lovely quality early 19th Century Anglo-Indian carved padauk partners desk, having a nice figured top with an ornate carved border and gadrooned edge, a selection of eight graduate...

The Pierre Jeanneret Pigeonhole Desk PJ‑BU‑02‑A is a legendary mid‑century modern masterpiece designed circa 1957–1958 for the adminis...

Rare bureau d’architecte par Pierre Jeanneret pour Chandigarh, le modèle crée en 1961. Pierre JEANNERET (1896-1967) & A. R. PRABHAWALKAR (1923-1974) Bureau, circa 1960, à plateau ...

Rare British India slant lid floor desk likely used by a scholar or merchant. Beautifully handcrafted from solid wood with excellent proportions. The flat top can house inkwells and the slant utilized for writing or drawing. The lid opens on hinges to reveal a storage compartment. A wonderful piece to incorporate in your decor if you like to sit and spend time on the floor or it may be raised by easy customization to act as a bed desk...

A scarce 'student' desk by Pierre Jeanneret. Formed from teak. India, c1960s. Compass style legs, the desk remains in good vintage condition. Location: London Gallery...

Incredible rare pair of Pierre Jeanneret Nightstands, Chandigarh This pair of nightstands were designed for the M.L.A. Flats building in Chandigarh. Wonderful rich patina to teak ...

General Study Desk Writing Table by Matteo Cibic is a formidable study table, which has an extendable writing top, and small details, which is reminiscent o...

Solid teak and teak veneer. Rectangular top, "Rodin" type legs. Provenance: Chandigarh, India

Designed to create a statement, the Talon desk is a synthesis of traditional craft and high-performance materials. Carbon fibre is countered by textured sand-cast brass, the oldest o...

Paris Bureau Study Desk Writing Table by Matteo Cibic is an extraordinary console/writing table, with two drawers. It is available in a range of colors, w...

Provenance: Chandigarh, India Student desk in solid teak. Rectangular top with drooping sides. Pair of lateral “compass” legs joined by a rear crosspiece supporting the open-case frame.

This substantial wooden sideboard from India dates to the 20th century and features a beautiful combination of natural wood craftsmanship and a classic white marble top. The piece in...

The Capucine Pink & Blue Table is a monkey shaped writing table made with nautical resin, with a light at the end of its tale and facial features in burnished brass. A little dra...

Although delicate in its appearance, this piece was designed from a constructive, pragmatic point of view. The relationship between different shapes ensures a balanced composition. T...

General Study Desk Writing Table in Brass by Matteo Cibic is a chic study table in brass, with an extendable writing top and small details, reminiscent of a...

Signed on the left side. Rectangular top with drooping sides. Pair of compass-type side legs joined by a rear crosspiece supporting the open-case frame.

Louise Console Table from our Louise Collection. The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furnitur...

Louise Console Table from our Louise Collection. The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furnitur...

Louise Console Table from our Louise Collection. The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furnitur...

Louise Console Table from our Louise Collection. The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furnitur...

The relationship between the different shapes ensures a balanced composition. The careful alignment and proportions create an equilibrium, giving a sense of coherent design. Both ten...