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Period: Mid-20th Century
Large Oak & Class Modernist Desk, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
A large modernist desk in oak with a very interesting top comprised of a glass-covered lattice writing surface surrounded by an asymmetric lower level. A true statement piece. Can be...
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French Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak, Glass
Desk by Karl Erik Ekselius, design 1960's
Located in PARIS, FR
A magnificent desk with 2 drawers designed by Ekselius and produced by the Swedish firm JOC in the 1960s. It is essential and radical, in the purest Scandinavian style. The clean, gr...
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Swedish Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Rosewood Desk Set attr. to Gianfranco Frattini, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Mid-Century Rosewood Desk Set attributed to Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini.
Very good condition.
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Italian Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
Finn Juhl Desk Model NV-40 by Niels Vodder in Denmark
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare desk NV-40 designed by Finn Juhl. Produced by cabinetmaker Niels Vodder in Denmark.
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Drop Leaf Executive Desk by Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rectangular teak executive desk with a demi-lune drop leaf.
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
20th Century Italian Small Mahogany Schirolli Mantova Writing Table by Gio Ponti
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern Italian writing table made of hand carved Mahogany, designed by Gio Ponti and produced by Schirolli Mantova in good cond...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Laminate, Formica, Mahogany
Large Walnut and Aluminum Executive Desk
Located in San Mateo, CA
This desk is likely a custom-made piece. The architectural aluminum legs have black anodized aluminum in the center that become the glide at the bottom. There is a band of aluminum a...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Georges Frydman, Free Form Office, France 1956
By Georges Frydman, EFA
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Georges Frydman, free-form desk published by E.F.A., France 1956. Placed on a gray lacquered tubular base, the trapezoidal top is veneered with matt black formica, enhanced by a wide...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Aksel Bender Madsen & Ejner Larsen Desk by Næstved Møbelfabrik in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare desk designed by Aksel Bender Madsen & Ejner Larsen. Produced by Næstved Møbelfabrik in Denmark.
Category
Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Burlwood Mid-Century Modern Floating Desk, Console, 1960s, France
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare Burl-wood minimalist desk with a solid wooden top and aluminium base. The top of the desk gives a floating effect. A perfect desk, table or console to place against the wall bec...
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Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Walnut Wood Brass and Glass Writing Desk Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern desk writing table, with glass top and beautiful shape of the side and back, where we find the maker's details, Andrea Macchi fu Giosue in Gal...
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Italian Scandinavian Modern Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Alvar Aalto Writing Table Model K81 in Birch & Red Linoleum, Artek 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare Mid-Century Modern writing desk in full birch and red linoleum model K81 manufactured by Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas for Artek. The minimalist design of this table which w...
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Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch
Modular Set by Designer Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, 1960s, Czechoslovakia
By M. Požár
Located in Praha, CZ
- Wooden veneered construction
- Upper surfaces black opaxite glass
- Glass bears signs of use, small fragments
- Original condition preserved.
- C...
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Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Danish Modern Floating Top Teak Desk by G.V. Møbler
By G.V. Møbler
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful Danish modern floating top teak desk manufactured by G.V. Møbler in Denmark, circa 1960s. This desk has an innovative design where you can appreciate the fine attention to ...
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
AT 305 - Desk in oak by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AT 305 - Desk in oak with flaps and three drawers. Flaps extend the table with 92 cm extra. Stamped by Andreas Tuck. Designed by Hans J. Wegner.
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Tubular Steel Desk RA 44 by Mauser Werke 1950s
By Mauser Werke
Located in Wien, AT
Tubular steel desk RA 44, designed and produced by Mauser Werke/Germany in the 1950s.
A chromed tubular steel construction with 2 drawers made of painted sheet steel on each side.
T...
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German Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Beautiful Pine Craftsman Desk Prouve Chapo Style
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Miami, FL
Pine craftsman desk with two drawers.
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Walnut Writing Desk, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style writing desk
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1960s
Gorgeous book-matched figured walnut, with original brass hardware and mount...
Category
American Louis XV Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Vintage Danish Desk by Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
A magnificent vintage Danish desk by Kai Kristiansen, dating from the 1960’s.
It is of outstanding quality, with a gorgeous colour and stunning grain patterns. There is ample work s...
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
French 1940s Leather Top Mahogany Desk
Located in Buchanan, NY
Unusual and handsome mahogany French desk from the 1940s-1950s with a distressed leather top. There is one large central drawer as well as two side drawers on either side and the bac...
Category
French Neoclassical Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Scandinavian Rosewood Conference Table
Located in Dronten, NL
Large Mid-Century Modern stainless steel table with a beautiful rosewood top.
Good vintage condition with many superficial scratches on the top but no veneer damage.
Could be refinis...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
1930s French Art Deco Desk in Black Lacquer with Nickeled Metal Applications
Located in Ulm, DE
Desk
Piano lacquer, black high gloss
Metal applications, freshly nickel-plated
Non-functional drawers on the back
Original Art Deco, France 1930s
Dimensions:
Width: 130 cm
Height: ...
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French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Fine French 1930s Dining / Writing Table by Dudouyt
Located in Long Island City, NY
Charles Dudouyt: A Fine French Art Deco stained oak pedestal dining / writing table / desk.
Category
French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Danish Teak Drop Leaf Writing Desk By Arne Vodder, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Den Haag, NL
This writing desk was designed by Arne Vodder and was produced in Denmark in the 1960s. It is made from teak and features a drop leaf . It is in very good vintage condition.
extent 1...
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Maplewood Writing Table - Vintage Ebony Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A freestanding, vintage Mid-Century modern Italian writing table made of hand crafted polished, partly veneered Maplewood with a large black Ebony table top, in good condition. Each ...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Console Table in the Style of Emmanuel Pontremoli "Kerylos", circa 1970, France
Located in Girona, Spain
Console table in the style of Emmanuel Pontremoli "Kerylos".
Tripod console table.
Greek model.
Beech wood
Circa 1970, France.
Very good vinta...
Category
French Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Beech
TEAK Mid Century MODERN Secretary DESK + Storage, Made in Denmark, c. 1960's
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Secretary Desk + Storage, Made in Denmark, c. 1960's. This piece boasts tons of delicious design details: upper area has a lockable drop down desk wit...
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Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Diplomat Desk Made In Rosewood By Finn Juhl For France & Son From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
The Diplomat desk in rosewood, designed by the renowned Danish architect Finn Juhl and manufactured by France & Søn in 1960, represents a striking mix of functionality and aesthetics...
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Desk/dining table in solid pine. Prototype from the home of a Danish architect
By Donald Judd
Located in Ystad, SE
This minimalist Danish 1960s Desk/dining table in solid Oregon pine is a Private prototype acquired from the home of a Danish architect.
Being a prototype this is the only table made...
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Impressive French Art Deco Desk with Secretary Table
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Stunning French Art Deco desk with pull-out secretary table. Having beautiful Deco lines and brass hardware. All the locks work making this a functiona...
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Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
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 Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Anthroposophical Children's Desk by Felix Kayser for Schiller Möbel, circa 1930
By Schiller Möbel, Felix Kayser
Located in Berlin, DE
Anthroposophical children's desk designed by Felix Kayser made of handcrafted ash wood. The desk was probably made by Schiller-Möbel, Stuttgart, Germany, c. 1930.
Literature: Reinhol...
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German Other Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Ash, Wood
Fine French 1940s Extendable Walnut Dining/Writing Table
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French 1940s rectangular walnut table with four tapered legs with brass plated sabots, and two end drawers which support the end leaves.
Category
French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco 1930s Wood Brass Writing Table
Located in Munich, DE
This elegant writing table has been handcrafted in France in the 1940's. The table features three different kind of wood and forged brass rings. The table top and the two drawers are...
Category
European Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Oak, Beech, Czech, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant writing desk, designed in the Art Deco style, comes from Czechoslovakia from the first half of the 20th century. Made of blockboard veneered with oak and solid beech, it...
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Czech Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Folding Desk for Villa Mazzotti, Italy 1946
Located in Milan, IT
Architect Luigi Caccia Dominioni Rare oak wood folding desk for Villa Mazzotti, Milan, Italy
Luigi Caccia Dominioni used this form of desk design to...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
1960s Mid Century Rosewood And Chrome Desk By Florence Knoll
Located in London, GB
A rare 1960s Florence Knoll desk crafted in exquisite Rosewood. A true collector's piece, this iconic desk epitomises the clean lines, functional elegance, and superior craftsmanship...
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Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Bronze Putti Di Mare and Glass Dining Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant and unusual dining table of patinated bronze and glass. The bronze base depicts a pair of aquatic cherubs, or mermen, with outstretched arms supporting a 3/4" thick piece of ...
Category
Italian Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Mengel Limed & Cerused Oak Telephone Bench by Raymond Lowey
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Mid-Century Modern Mengel telephone bench by Raymond Loewy. Comprised of a limed oak case, cerused oak drawer fronts, black iron legs and the original gold upholstery. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The case has been refinished, the drawers reconditioned, and the legs freshly painted. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1950-1959.
NOTE: If you love this magnificent Telephone Bench by Raymond Loewy for Mengel we have a matching Secretary Desk or Gentleman’s Chest listed here for sale if it is still available!
RING, RING, RING…. Would someone please answer that phone? Ok, ok, you may not have a landline, but BOY do we have the perfect place for you to sit and relax while you answer that call… WOW!!! This is an AWESOME vintage telephone bench designed by Raymond Loewy for Mengel!! It is comprised of a limed oak veneer case, a limed oak cube or cubby with top drawer that slides both ways with charcoal colored cerused oak drawer fronts on both sides, straight black iron legs, and a fabulous square seat wearing its original gold fabric!!! IT. IS. FANTASTIC!!! And it is beautifully finished all around so it can float in any room of your home. This telephone bench or “gossip bench...
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Gianfranco Frattini Mod. 804 Rolltop Desk
Located in Munich, DE
Walnut writing desk model 804 designed in 1961 by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, Italy. Tambour top that hides small drawers and a pull out leather writing surface. Front side with...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Bent Helweg-Møller: Rectangular dining table with three leaves c1930
Located in London, GB
Rectangular dining table made of padouk wood with extension for three pine leaves (the pine leaves are of a different wood type and colour and assume a table cloth is used when exten...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Padouk
Midcentury Sideboard in Rosewood by Omann Jun, 1950s
By Gunni Omann
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking sideboard in rosewood designed by Gunni Oman for Oman Jun, Denmark in 1960s. Great original condition.
Category
Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Fantastic Gilbert Rohde Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic Gilbert Rohde desk.
Category
American Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Erik Riisager Hansen Desk Produced by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare freestanding desk designed by Erik Riisager Hansen. Produced by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri in Denmark.
Category
Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Pierre Jeanneret Desk and Stool from the city of Chandigarh, India 1950 - 1959
Located in New York, NY
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...
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Indian Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak, Wool
Brazilian Rosewood Executive Desk attrib to Arne Vodder /Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Buffalo, NY
Richly grained Brazilian rosewood desk ,,made in Denmark attributed to Arne Vodder, Featuring 6 drawers,, two top locking.. dovetail joinery,, backside bookcase / cubbies.. Superior ...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Modernist Teak Rollup Secretary Desk by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy, 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
Modernist Italian 1960s teak compact rollup secretary desk by Fratelli Proserpio. Writing surface pulls out for ease of use, two trays inside the top. Very good vintage condition, un...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Dutch Design Desk, Netherlands, 1960's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dutch Design Desk, made in the Netherlands 1960's. In the style of Pierre Guariche designs. Laminated white top on black s...
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Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Wooden Brutalist Desk in Solid Oak, Made in France, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
This desk is a classic representation of mid-century design, crafted in France during the 1950s. Made from solid oak, it exudes strength and durability. Its minimalist yet impactful design incorporates elements of brutalism, featuring clean lines and geometric shapes. The natural grain of the oak wood adds warmth and character to the piece, while its compact size makes it suitable for smaller spaces. This desk is not only a functional workspace but also a timeless piece of furniture that adds a touch of vintage charm to any room.
Honorable designers from this French era is: Charlotte Perriand...
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French Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Santos Rosewood Desk by Erik Riisager Hansen for Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This is a particularly nicely grained Santos Rosewood as, hopefully, the photos show and it's in very good original condition, designed by Erik Riisager Hansen and produced by Haslev...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Guillerme et Chambron, Large Oak Desk, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1950/1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, Large oak and marble desk. Edition Votre Maison, circa 1950/1960
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble, Iron
Finn Juhl Rosewood 'Diplomat' Desk, by France & Son, Denmark 1960s
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Finn Juhl 'Diplomat' executive desk in rosewood, fitted two drawers to each side with aluminium pulls below a pullout lined with felt/glass.
Designed circa 1957 and likely manufactur...
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Eye Catching Black Laquer & Reddish Faux Tortoise Brass Inlaid Desk
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Glamorous and unusual writing desk having an eye pleasing mix of black laquer with reddish faux tortoise decoration and beautiful brass inlay.
Apron 26”
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Italian Louis XVI Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Joseph Scapinelli Attrib. Small Desk in Wood, Brazil 1950s
Located in Naples, IT
A rare wooden coffee table attributed to Giuseppe Scapinelli, the coffee table has an organic style and the shapes are soft with sinuous lines.
The coffee table proposed here can be ...
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Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Rare Mid Century Italian Grissinato Desk In The Style Of Gio Ponti
Located in Westport, CT
Wonderful Modernist fruitwood desk shown with its original grey laminate top which we have covered in a new black glass top above an angular base consisting of two grissinato drawers...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Fruitwood
Jacques Adnet Vanity, 1950s France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning vanity by French designer Jacques Adnet. Iron frame completely wrapped in red leather. Legs taper down to sharp exposed iron and end with brass ball feet. Tops of each leg i...
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French Vintage Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron, Brass
Italian Mid-Century Oyster Burl 'Radius' Form Writing Desk
Located in Queens, NY
"Italian Mid-Century ""Radius"" writing desk with a rectangular top with rounded edges and two drawers, finished in oyster burl veneer and resting on four rounded triangular legs.
V...
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Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Burl
Hollywood Regency Lucite and Glass Desk Circa 1930's
Located in Norwalk, CT
This elegant coffee table brings one back to the golden era of Hollywood style in the early 20th century. Crafted from beautifully crafted lucite, this glass top table exudes class a...
Category
American Hollywood Regency Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
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