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Period: 1950s
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Desk, Walnut, USA, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut desk designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.0"H x 60.0"W x 27.0"D All items s...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Desk, Walnut, USA, 1950s
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Desk, Walnut, USA, 1950s

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Desk, Walnut, USA, 1950s

$8,200
20th Century Wood Louis XVI Style French Writing Desk, 1950s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
French writing desk from the mid-20th century. Louis XVI style furniture veneered in mahogany and walnut, rich in gilded and chiseled metal decorations. Finished desk for the center ...
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French Louis XVI Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

20th Century Wood Louis XVI Style French Writing Desk, 1950s
20th Century Wood Louis XVI Style French Writing Desk, 1950s

20th Century Wood Louis XVI Style French Writing Desk, 1950s

$8,956
Jacques Adnet - A French 1950s Desk with Lamp by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Long Island City, NY
Jacques Adnet - A fine French Mid-Century rectangular desk and lamp, with a black lacquered metal base, pivoting leather covered drawer, saddle-stitched leather mail holder, briefca...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Jacques Adnet - A French 1950s Desk with Lamp by Jacques Adnet
Jacques Adnet - A French 1950s Desk with Lamp by Jacques Adnet

Jacques Adnet - A French 1950s Desk with Lamp by Jacques Adnet

$68,000
Severin Hansen Model 36 Teak Desk for Haslev, Denmark, Circa 1950s
By Severin Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Peabody, MA
A teak desk, Model 36, designed by Severin Hansen for Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, circa late 1950s. Hansen's furniture designs are distinctively recognizable for their sleek profiles with ...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Severin Hansen Model 36 Teak Desk for Haslev, Denmark, Circa 1950s
Severin Hansen Model 36 Teak Desk for Haslev, Denmark, Circa 1950s

Severin Hansen Model 36 Teak Desk for Haslev, Denmark, Circa 1950s

$8,250
Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Desk, Refinished
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional minimalist Mid-Century Modern writing desk By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Black lacquered solid maple, with original brass hard...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Desk, Refinished
Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Desk, Refinished

Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Desk, Refinished

$3,295
Paul Frankl, Desk, Cork, Mahogany, Leather, Brass, USA, 1950s
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in High Point, NC
A cork, dark-stained mahogany, brass and black-dyed leather desk designed by Paul Frankl and produced by Johnson Furniture Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensi...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Paul Frankl, Desk, Cork, Mahogany, Leather, Brass, USA, 1950s
Paul Frankl, Desk, Cork, Mahogany, Leather, Brass, USA, 1950s

Paul Frankl, Desk, Cork, Mahogany, Leather, Brass, USA, 1950s

$16,800
Desk by General Fireproofing GoodForm, Industrial
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in Miami, FL
Desk by General Fireproofing with eight drawers. Comes with glass top. Good condition with some normal wear.
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American Industrial Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Desk by General Fireproofing GoodForm, Industrial
Desk by General Fireproofing GoodForm, Industrial

Desk by General Fireproofing GoodForm, Industrial

$1,500
Mid-Century Italian Desk, 1950s, Fully Restored with Shellac Finish
Located in Rome, IT
This mid-century desk, designed and produced in Italy in the 1950s, features a fully restored finish that highlights its refined craftsmanship. The ebonized frame and angular legs ar...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Italian Desk, 1950s, Fully Restored with Shellac Finish
Mid-Century Italian Desk, 1950s, Fully Restored with Shellac Finish

Mid-Century Italian Desk, 1950s, Fully Restored with Shellac Finish

$4,200
Milo Baughman, Rare Desk, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1950s
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in High Point, NC
A rare walnut and brass desk designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Glenn of California, USA, 1950s.
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Milo Baughman, Rare Desk, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1950s
Milo Baughman, Rare Desk, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1950s

Milo Baughman, Rare Desk, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1950s

$14,900
Petite Ebonized Child Size or Ladies Writing Desk attributed to Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Refined and compact, this Maison Jansen–attributed Directoire-style desk from the 1950s showcases timeless French elegance in a scaled-down form ideal for a lady’s writing table or c...
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French Directoire Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Petite Ebonized Child Size or Ladies Writing Desk attributed to Maison Jansen
Petite Ebonized Child Size or Ladies Writing Desk attributed to Maison Jansen

Petite Ebonized Child Size or Ladies Writing Desk attributed to Maison Jansen

$2,995
Jacques Adnet writing desk in leather France 1950
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This stunning avant-garde desk, designed by Jacques Adnet and crafted in his own atelier in France during the 1950s, is a masterful blend of luxury and innovation. The frame is fashi...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Jacques Adnet writing desk in leather France 1950
Jacques Adnet writing desk in leather France 1950

Jacques Adnet writing desk in leather France 1950

$17,913
Elegant French Style Writing Desk
Located in Riverdale, NY
Elegant French style writing desk with Louis XV lines in blond wood with silver leaf-painted table edge and feet. 3 drawers. Fitted g...
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American Louis XV Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Elegant French Style Writing Desk
Elegant French Style Writing Desk

Elegant French Style Writing Desk

$2,595
Vintage Walnut Desk by Stanley Young for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, Stanley Young
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Introducing a stunning mid-century modern walnut desk, expertly designed by Stanley Young for Glenn of California in the 1950s. This exquisite piece showcases four functional pull-ou...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Vintage Walnut Desk by Stanley Young for Glenn of California
Vintage Walnut Desk by Stanley Young for Glenn of California

Vintage Walnut Desk by Stanley Young for Glenn of California

$3,250
American Designer, Desk, Oak, Bamboo, Rattan, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A small oak, bamboo and rattan writing desk designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Oak

American Designer, Desk, Oak, Bamboo, Rattan, USA, 1950s
American Designer, Desk, Oak, Bamboo, Rattan, USA, 1950s

American Designer, Desk, Oak, Bamboo, Rattan, USA, 1950s

$6,900
Widdicomb Kneehole Executive Desk Cherry Brass Mid Century 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Forest Grove, PA
An unmarked Widdicomb kneehole executive desk. Excellent wood choice, book matched throughout. Cherry veneer with solid cherry feet. Original patina to the brass handles. Professiona...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Widdicomb Kneehole Executive Desk Cherry Brass Mid Century 1950s
Widdicomb Kneehole Executive Desk Cherry Brass Mid Century 1950s

Widdicomb Kneehole Executive Desk Cherry Brass Mid Century 1950s

$2,750
Giuseppi Scapinelli Sculptural 1950s Brazilian Spyder Table
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
A rare and important 1950s sculptural walnut wood table By Brazilian mid century master, Giuseppi Scapinelli. The glass top is fitted down into th...
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Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Giuseppi Scapinelli Sculptural 1950s Brazilian Spyder Table
Giuseppi Scapinelli Sculptural 1950s Brazilian Spyder Table

Giuseppi Scapinelli Sculptural 1950s Brazilian Spyder Table

$18,000
Desk, Rosewood, Brazilian Design, Midcentury Modern, 1950s, Vintage Furniture
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This desk is a rare and elegant piece designed by Carlo Hauner (1927-1997) and produced by Móveis Artesanal in the 1950s. It presents a top in pau-marfim wood supported on iron feet,...
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Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Desk, Rosewood, Brazilian Design, Midcentury Modern, 1950s, Vintage Furniture
Desk, Rosewood, Brazilian Design, Midcentury Modern, 1950s, Vintage Furniture

Desk, Rosewood, Brazilian Design, Midcentury Modern, 1950s, Vintage Furniture

$36,400
Hans Wegner, Wishbone Desk, Oak, Teak, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained oak and teak "Wishbone" desk designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 29.5” H x 67.8” W x 33” D
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner, Wishbone Desk, Oak, Teak, Denmark, 1950s
Hans Wegner, Wishbone Desk, Oak, Teak, Denmark, 1950s

Hans Wegner, Wishbone Desk, Oak, Teak, Denmark, 1950s

$36,000
Italian Midcentury Modern Design Wood and Glass Desk 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design desk with wooden frame with two drawers on which rests the thick glass top shaped with rounded corners, Italy 1950s Please note that the desk is ori...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Italian Midcentury Modern Design Wood and Glass Desk 1950s
Italian Midcentury Modern Design Wood and Glass Desk 1950s

Italian Midcentury Modern Design Wood and Glass Desk 1950s

$5,732
Vintage Dining Table , Italy 1950s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Vintage Dining Table, Italy, 1950s Unusually shaped vintage dining table from the 1950s is pure Italian midcentury design style, designed to comfortably seat six people, the table f...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage Dining Table , Italy 1950s
Vintage Dining Table , Italy 1950s

Vintage Dining Table , Italy 1950s

$2,149 Sale Price
55% Off
Restored Rare Early Florence Knoll Model 17 Louvered Maple Desk Signed Madison
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This rare desk was designed in the 1950s by Florence Knoll with a simplistic profile that has proven to be timeless! Of solid maple construction, it features tapered dowel legs and a...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple

Restored Rare Early Florence Knoll Model 17 Louvered Maple Desk Signed Madison
Restored Rare Early Florence Knoll Model 17 Louvered Maple Desk Signed Madison

Restored Rare Early Florence Knoll Model 17 Louvered Maple Desk Signed Madison

$3,500
Midcentury Desk in Mahogany Designed by Frits Heningsen, 1950s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding desk in mahogany with three drawers, designed and made by cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen. Made in Denmark, great original condition.
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Midcentury Desk in Mahogany Designed by Frits Heningsen, 1950s
Midcentury Desk in Mahogany Designed by Frits Heningsen, 1950s

Midcentury Desk in Mahogany Designed by Frits Heningsen, 1950s

$4,500
Louis XV Style Bureau Plat or Writing Desk with Bronze Mounts
Located in Barntrup, DE
This fine Louis XV-style desk has a leather top framed by bronze borders. The writing desk is raised on cabriole legs headed by floral and leaf cast mounts that have finely finished ...
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European Louis XV Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Louis XV Style Bureau Plat or Writing Desk with Bronze Mounts
Louis XV Style Bureau Plat or Writing Desk with Bronze Mounts

Louis XV Style Bureau Plat or Writing Desk with Bronze Mounts

$4,478
De Coene Art Deco Dining Table, 1941
By De Coene Frères
Located in Antwerp, BE
Dining table by De Coene Frères chairs, model Voltaire, featured in original catalogue as the number 03-81-689 (Source: Noël Hostens, De Coene A...
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Belgian Art Deco Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

De Coene Art Deco Dining Table, 1941
De Coene Art Deco Dining Table, 1941

De Coene Art Deco Dining Table, 1941

$3,821 Sale Price
20% Off
1950's Italian Teak Desk With Black Iron and Brass Frame
Located in Rome, IT
Restored vintage writing desk, originating from Italy in the 1950s, presents a striking example of midcentury design ethos. Crafted from rich teak wood and featuring a sleek frame of...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Iron

1950's Italian Teak Desk With Black Iron and Brass Frame
1950's Italian Teak Desk With Black Iron and Brass Frame

1950's Italian Teak Desk With Black Iron and Brass Frame

$4,200
Mid Century White Steel Tanker Des w/ Formica Top by Globe-Wernicke
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Atomic age white painted steel tanker desk features a wood grain Formica top, 2 pull-out work tables, and a center drawer with 5 side drawers. The de...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Mid Century White Steel Tanker Des w/ Formica Top by Globe-Wernicke
Mid Century White Steel Tanker Des w/ Formica Top by Globe-Wernicke

Mid Century White Steel Tanker Des w/ Formica Top by Globe-Wernicke

$1,320 Sale Price
40% Off
Scandinavian Modern Nanna Ditzel Desk Model ND93 by Søren Willadsen, 1950s
By Søren Willadsen, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Odense, DK
Large freestanding Nanna Ditzel "ND93" desk in an amazingly grained rosewood with four integrated drawers. Designed in 1955 and executed at cabinetmaker Søren Willadsen, Denmark. A r...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Scandinavian Modern Nanna Ditzel Desk Model ND93 by Søren Willadsen, 1950s
Scandinavian Modern Nanna Ditzel Desk Model ND93 by Søren Willadsen, 1950s

Scandinavian Modern Nanna Ditzel Desk Model ND93 by Søren Willadsen, 1950s

$23,287
Italian Mid Century Table Desk attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, 1950s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Stylish little Italian Table Desk attributed to Osvaldo Borsani 1950s, the top is characterised by the presence of a elegant blue glass top whose colour tone changes according to the...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Italian Mid Century Table Desk attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, 1950s
Italian Mid Century Table Desk attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, 1950s

Italian Mid Century Table Desk attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, 1950s

$4,060
Belmont Adjustable Hydraulic Architectural Drafting / Work Table, Art Deco Style
By Belmont
Located in Buffalo, NY
Mid Century Modern / Art Deco adjustable hydraulic architectural drafting or working table, by Belmont 1940s / 50s The table is equipped with a hydraulic lift height adjustment syste...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Belmont Adjustable Hydraulic Architectural Drafting / Work Table, Art Deco Style
Belmont Adjustable Hydraulic Architectural Drafting / Work Table, Art Deco Style

Belmont Adjustable Hydraulic Architectural Drafting / Work Table, Art Deco Style

$2,900
Arthur Umanoff 50s Mid-century Writing Desk in Wrought Iron, Wood for Elton
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Miami, FL
Arthur Umanoff 50s Mid-century Writing Desk in Wrought Iron, Wood for Elton Offered form sale is a rare Midcentury Modern quintessential 50s design Arthur Umanoff writing desk for...
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Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Arthur Umanoff 50s Mid-century Writing Desk in Wrought Iron, Wood for Elton
Arthur Umanoff 50s Mid-century Writing Desk in Wrought Iron, Wood for Elton

Arthur Umanoff 50s Mid-century Writing Desk in Wrought Iron, Wood for Elton

$2,200
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Desk, Denmark 1950s
By Soborg Mobler, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Desk, Model 310 for Søborg Møbler Denmark 1950s
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Desk, Denmark 1950s
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Desk, Denmark 1950s

Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Desk, Denmark 1950s

$10,748
Italian Desk, 1950s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian desk, 1950s. Dimensions: H= 80 cm; W= 153 cm; D= 66 cm.
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Italian Desk, 1950s
Italian Desk, 1950s

Italian Desk, 1950s

$2,507
Bernt Petersen Danish 1950s Mahogany Desk
By Bernt Petersen, Rud Rasmussen
Located in London, England
Bernt Petersen Mahogany Writing Desk, circa 1950s An exceptional 4-drawer desk from Danish designer Bernt Petersen and made by master cabinetmakers Rud Rasmussen. The legs, drawer f...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Bernt Petersen Danish 1950s Mahogany Desk
Bernt Petersen Danish 1950s Mahogany Desk

Bernt Petersen Danish 1950s Mahogany Desk

$11,034
Borge Mogensen Desk & Chair Oak Soborg Mobler Denmark 1954 Writing Table
By Børge Mogensen, Søberg Møbler
Located in Basel, BS
Børge Mogensen desk, model 132 for Søborg Møbelfabrik. The writing desk was first published in the 1954 Søborg catalogue, the here offered model w...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Borge Mogensen Desk & Chair Oak Soborg Mobler Denmark 1954 Writing Table
Borge Mogensen Desk & Chair Oak Soborg Mobler Denmark 1954 Writing Table

Borge Mogensen Desk & Chair Oak Soborg Mobler Denmark 1954 Writing Table

$3,343
X-Leg Table, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy, 1950s
By Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
X-Leg table, designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, manufactured by Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy, 1950s. Patinaed birch legs, birch table top. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age ...
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Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch

X-Leg Table, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy, 1950s
X-Leg Table, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy, 1950s

X-Leg Table, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy, 1950s

$3,331
Elegant Black Lacquer and Brass French Style Desk or Bureau Plat
By Maison Jansen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Black Lacquered French Style Bureau Plat or Desk, probably American, circa 1950s. It has recently been refinished in a black lacquer. The brass hardware and sabots retain the...
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American Regency Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Elegant Black Lacquer and Brass French Style Desk or Bureau Plat
Elegant Black Lacquer and Brass French Style Desk or Bureau Plat

Elegant Black Lacquer and Brass French Style Desk or Bureau Plat

$4,850
Gio Ponti Teak and Brass Desk Designed for the BNL Offices, ISA Bergamo, 1950s
By Gio Ponti, ISA Bergamo
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
This Gio Ponti Desk, designed for BNL offices and manufactured by Isa Bergamo during the 1950s, is a beautiful piece of furniture that showcases the designer's signature style. Made of solid teak wood, the desk features a sleek and elegant design with clean lines and a minimalist aesthetic. The piece also features brass feet and details, which add a touch of elegance and sophistication to the overall design. The desk top - with a dimension of 161x80.5cm (WxD) - has ample surface space for writing and working and the three drawers provide ample storage for documents and office supplies...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Gio Ponti Teak and Brass Desk Designed for the BNL Offices, ISA Bergamo, 1950s
Gio Ponti Teak and Brass Desk Designed for the BNL Offices, ISA Bergamo, 1950s

Gio Ponti Teak and Brass Desk Designed for the BNL Offices, ISA Bergamo, 1950s

$17,674
Svend Aage Madsen desk with drawers produced by Sigurd Hansen, Denmark, 1958
By Svend Åge Madsen, Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A small desk with two drawers in ash wood and Formica, Danish production, designed by Svend Aage Madsen and produced by Sigurd Hansen, 1958. Despite its compact size, this desk refl...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Formica, Ash

Svend Aage Madsen desk with drawers produced by Sigurd Hansen, Denmark, 1958
Svend Aage Madsen desk with drawers produced by Sigurd Hansen, Denmark, 1958

Svend Aage Madsen desk with drawers produced by Sigurd Hansen, Denmark, 1958

$6,568
Midcentury Modern Mahogany Desk by Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen, Denmark, 1950s
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking desk by Ole Wanscher, made in mahogany with table top dressed in black leather. Very elegant lines and sophisticated details. Brass hoops for pulling out extensions on the s...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Midcentury Modern Mahogany Desk by Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen, Denmark, 1950s
Midcentury Modern Mahogany Desk by Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen, Denmark, 1950s

Midcentury Modern Mahogany Desk by Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen, Denmark, 1950s

$40,305
Restored Heywood Wakefield Birch Desk w/ Rattan Legs
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This restored Paul T. Frankl inspired Mid-Century birch wood desk with 2 drawers & rattan legs by Heywood Wakefield. It offers a minimalist modern design and functionality that will ...
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American Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Restored Heywood Wakefield Birch Desk w/ Rattan Legs
Restored Heywood Wakefield Birch Desk w/ Rattan Legs

Restored Heywood Wakefield Birch Desk w/ Rattan Legs

$1,200 Sale Price
40% Off
1950s Italian Executive Desk Style Vittorio Dassi Italy
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Floating Italian Executive Desk Style of Vittorio Dassi Ample storage. Finished backside. Made in Italy Unmarked attributed Vittorio Dassi 30 x 51.25 w x 23.75 Kneehole 24 h x ...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

1950s Italian Executive Desk Style Vittorio Dassi Italy
1950s Italian Executive Desk Style Vittorio Dassi Italy

1950s Italian Executive Desk Style Vittorio Dassi Italy

$2,475
Osvaldo Borsani wall-mounted wood and brass desk model E22 by Tecno Italy, 1950s
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A wall-mounted desk in wood, metal, and brass, part of the E22 series, produced by Tecno, designed by Osvaldo Borsani, 1950s A wall-mounted piece of furniture, free from floor suppo...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Osvaldo Borsani wall-mounted wood and brass desk model E22 by Tecno Italy, 1950s
Osvaldo Borsani wall-mounted wood and brass desk model E22 by Tecno Italy, 1950s

Osvaldo Borsani wall-mounted wood and brass desk model E22 by Tecno Italy, 1950s

$6,210
Vintage Walnut and Chrome Executive Desk by John Keal for Brown Saltman
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
I'm excited to introduce you to this stunning mid-century executive desk, created by the renowned designer John Keal for Brown Saltman in the 1950s. This piece is not just furniture;...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Vintage Walnut and Chrome Executive Desk by John Keal for Brown Saltman
Vintage Walnut and Chrome Executive Desk by John Keal for Brown Saltman

Vintage Walnut and Chrome Executive Desk by John Keal for Brown Saltman

$5,995
Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Rosewood Desk
Located in London, England
An exquisite Danish cabinetmaker made desk in stunning rosewood dated to the early 1950s. This elegant desk exhibits the finest cabinetmaking techniques with subtle mouldings on the ...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Rosewood Desk
Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Rosewood Desk

Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Rosewood Desk

$13,724
Diminutive Gio Ponti for Schirolli Stained Mahogany and Laminate Writing Table
By Gio Ponti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Small writing table/student desk in stained mahogany with attractive mint green laminate surface by Gio Ponti for Schirolli (ca. 1950, Italy). Stylish piece with modernist details in...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Laminate, Mahogany

Diminutive Gio Ponti for Schirolli Stained Mahogany and Laminate Writing Table
Diminutive Gio Ponti for Schirolli Stained Mahogany and Laminate Writing Table

Diminutive Gio Ponti for Schirolli Stained Mahogany and Laminate Writing Table

$3,200
1954 Coen de Vries Desk in Birch with Ebony Base, Red Drawer and Formica Top
By Coen de Vries, Devo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great little writing desk in birch wood with ebony x-base, red drawer and Formica top. Coen de Vries is one of the Dutch pioneers of industrial des...
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Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Formica, Birch, Ebony

1954 Coen de Vries Desk in Birch with Ebony Base, Red Drawer and Formica Top
1954 Coen de Vries Desk in Birch with Ebony Base, Red Drawer and Formica Top

1954 Coen de Vries Desk in Birch with Ebony Base, Red Drawer and Formica Top

$1,695
George Nelson by Herman Miller Laminated Aluminum Design 1950s Rare Desk
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Brescia, IT
Modernist Desk George Nelson by Hermann Miller 1950 Laminated wood, aluminum base Rare model.
Category

American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson by Herman Miller Laminated Aluminum Design 1950s Rare Desk
George Nelson by Herman Miller Laminated Aluminum Design 1950s Rare Desk

George Nelson by Herman Miller Laminated Aluminum Design 1950s Rare Desk

$3,582
Florence Knoll Walnut Executive Desk for Knoll Associates
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This vintage executive walnut desk, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates Inc. in the 1950s, is a stunning example of mid-century modern design. Featuring a functional cabi...
Category

American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Florence Knoll Walnut Executive Desk for Knoll Associates
Florence Knoll Walnut Executive Desk for Knoll Associates

Florence Knoll Walnut Executive Desk for Knoll Associates

$4,995
Jacques Adnet Iron and Oak Desk, 1950s France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental Art Deco era desk by French Modernist designer Jacques Adnet. Black iron 'A' frame with 4 angled iron legs. Solid oak table top wrapped in black leather with brass studs p...
Category

French Art Deco Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Jacques Adnet Iron and Oak Desk, 1950s France
Jacques Adnet Iron and Oak Desk, 1950s France

Jacques Adnet Iron and Oak Desk, 1950s France

$45,000
Italian Writing Table, 1950s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian writing table, 1950s. Dimensions: H= 76 cm; W= 110 cm; D= 50 cm.
Category

Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Italian Writing Table, 1950s
Italian Writing Table, 1950s

Italian Writing Table, 1950s

$1,552
American Designer, Desk, Rosewood, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A rosewood desk designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Category

American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

American Designer, Desk, Rosewood, USA, 1950s
American Designer, Desk, Rosewood, USA, 1950s

American Designer, Desk, Rosewood, USA, 1950s

$8,900
Rare Desk by Carlo de Carli
By Carlo De Carli
Located in Albany, NY
A rare desk Manufactured by Cassina Date made: 1950 Material: walnut Size: H 30.5” x L 63” x D 28.5” Origin: Italy.
Category

Italian Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Rare Desk by Carlo de Carli
Rare Desk by Carlo de Carli

Rare Desk by Carlo de Carli

$26,250
Elegant Mid-Century Desk Designed by Severin Hansen Jr. 1950s
By Severin Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Lejre, DK
This desk is an iconic example of Danish midcentury design, created by the talented designer Severin Hansen and manufactured by the renowned Haslev Møbelfabrik in the 1950s. The desk...
Category

Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Elegant Mid-Century Desk Designed by Severin Hansen Jr. 1950s
Elegant Mid-Century Desk Designed by Severin Hansen Jr. 1950s

Elegant Mid-Century Desk Designed by Severin Hansen Jr. 1950s

$10,500
Boomerang Desk by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Milano, 1950s Italy
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Architectural black boomerang executive desk by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Milano. Finished with leather desktop inclusion. Floating pedestal on right side and longer return on the le...
Category

Italian Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Boomerang Desk by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Milano, 1950s Italy
Boomerang Desk by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Milano, 1950s Italy

Boomerang Desk by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Milano, 1950s Italy

$18,000
Ilmari Tapiovaara Desk or Table for Laukaan Puu
By Laukaan Puu, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Miami, FL
Table by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu. Works also well as desk. The table is signed.  
Category

Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Ilmari Tapiovaara Desk or Table for Laukaan Puu
Ilmari Tapiovaara Desk or Table for Laukaan Puu

Ilmari Tapiovaara Desk or Table for Laukaan Puu

$1,600
Vittorio Dassi Desk Minimal Geometric Mahogany and Laminate Midcentury
By Dassi
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Vittorio Dassi desk minimal geometric mahogany and laminate midcentury. The parts in colored laminate have some defects, see photos.
Category

Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Laminate, Mahogany

Vittorio Dassi Desk Minimal Geometric Mahogany and Laminate Midcentury
Vittorio Dassi Desk Minimal Geometric Mahogany and Laminate Midcentury

Vittorio Dassi Desk Minimal Geometric Mahogany and Laminate Midcentury

$4,538
"Hunting table" desk or dining table by Børge Mogensen, Søborg Denmark
By Soborg Furniture Factory, Børge Mogensen
Located in Hägersten, SE
"Hunitng table" designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced in Denmark by Søborg Furniture. Solid oak legs with teak feet. Brass runners and table top in teak. Works perfectly as either a d...
Category

Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

"Hunting table" desk or dining table by Børge Mogensen, Søborg Denmark
"Hunting table" desk or dining table by Børge Mogensen, Søborg Denmark

"Hunting table" desk or dining table by Børge Mogensen, Søborg Denmark

$5,971
Modernist lacquered wood executive desk
Located in New York, NY
Modernist lacquered wood five drawer executive desk and with cantilevered top.
Category

Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Modernist lacquered wood executive desk
Modernist lacquered wood executive desk

Modernist lacquered wood executive desk

$22,500
Classic Edwardian Style Mahogany & Leather Writing Desk
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome Edwardian style writing desk having rich mahogany base and front turned legs that terminate in casters. Top is covered in brown tooled leather. Two drawers on one side. ...
Category

North American Edwardian Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Classic Edwardian Style Mahogany & Leather Writing Desk
Classic Edwardian Style Mahogany & Leather Writing Desk

Classic Edwardian Style Mahogany & Leather Writing Desk

$1,650
William Watting, Desk, Mahogany, Brass, Denmark, 1950s
By William Watting
Located in High Point, NC
A mahogany and brass desk designed by William Watting and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 30.25” H x 71” W x 33” D
Category

Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

William Watting, Desk, Mahogany, Brass, Denmark, 1950s
William Watting, Desk, Mahogany, Brass, Denmark, 1950s

William Watting, Desk, Mahogany, Brass, Denmark, 1950s

$8,900

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