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Style: American Colonial
Genuine Mahogany Writing Desk with 8 Drawers
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Genuine mahogany writing desk, made approximately in 1930-1940s. It's 44" wide, 22" deep and 30" high. The desk has 8 drawers, including a file drawer and original hardware. The desk...
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Mid-20th Century American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Hand-Crafted Early American Style Solid Pine Slant Front Writing Desk
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautifully hand-crafted early American Style Solid Pine Writing Desk in good vintage condition. Measures 28" in width, 28" in depth and stands 32.25" tall. Knee clearance is is ...
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Late 20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
1950s William Fetner Early American Style Solid Pine Writing Desk
Located in Germantown, MD
A William Fetner Early American Style Solid Pine Writing Desk with one large drawer. Features 3 compartments near the back, two have lids. Table in ver...
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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Antique Stickley Brothers American Colonial Maple Writing Desk, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique American Colonial style maple writing desk
By Stickley Brothers
USA, Early 20th Century
Measures: 38"W x 21"D x 34.63"H.
Professionally refinished....
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Early 20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Maple
1800s New England Pine Writing Desk
Located in Germantown, MD
Small writing desk from the 1800s in New England. Original patina. Good steady condition. Functional drawers with original pine knob pulls. Measure 28" in Width x 18" in Depth and 33...
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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Stickley American Colonial Cherry Wood Writing Desk, 1960
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous American Colonial style writing desk or entry table
By L. & J.G. Stickley
USA, 1960
Solid cherry wood, with turned legs and original brass hardware.
Measures: ...
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1960s American Vintage American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Early American Style Oak Kneehole Library Office Writing Desk Dressing Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Early American style kneehole desk or vanity, circa 1960s. Made of oak featuring turned and ribbed accents with scrolled backsplash and six drawer...
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1960s Vintage American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
NATIONAL MT. AIRY Thomas Jefferson Mahogany Adaptable Drawing Writing Desk
Located in Charlotte, NC
An adaptation of the Colonial period Thomas Jefferson Tall Adaptable Desk currently at Monticello, by National Mount Airy Furniture. Their version is similar, although shorter, to the original desk. Solid mahogany with brass hardware, faux keyhole escutcheon, brass locking pins to hold writing desk in place when slid under top, and supported by six straight block legs with column details. Features a banded tilt-up drawing or reading top that has a tray for holding papers or a book & is held up by a hinged wood ratchet stand...
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Late 20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
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Walnut Writing Desk with Drawers, Made in Italy
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Georgian Desk Mahogany Writing Table Circa 1800
Located in Potters Bar, GB
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English Partner Desk, Writing Desk 1870, Mahogany
Located in Berlin, DE
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Mahogany lady’s writing desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
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Italian Marquetry Walnut Burl Secretary Slant Front Desk Writing Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian desk, writing table, with slant drop front, with the beautiful light and dark wood inlay decors in classic figures all around the piece. When closed we have 2 fr...
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H 36.62 in W 31.89 in D 16.93 in
Writing Desk Mahogany Veneer, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Drop-leaf writing desk with drawers in the lower part; mahogany veneered wood with inlaid thread decorations.
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Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk with Finished Back
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Victorian Desk Writing Table Mahogany 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Victorian Mahogany Writing Table.
Circa 1860
This Writing Table Features Lyre End Supports, a Shaped Undershelf and Shaped Feet.
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Mahogany Writing Desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany and fruitwood inlaid ladies writing desk. The superstructure with central shelf flanked by sloped lidded piers, each with a single drawer. The shaped molded edge top with in...
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Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern “Planner Group” Desk by Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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H 29.25 in W 48.25 in D 19 in
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Antique 19th Century Early American Pine Country Farmhouse Writing Desk 44"
Located in Dayton, OH
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H 31.5 in W 27.5 in D 43.5 in
NATIONAL MT. AIRY Thomas Jefferson Mahogany Adaptable Drawing Writing Desk
Located in Charlotte, NC
An adaptation of the Colonial period Thomas Jefferson Tall Adaptable Desk currently at Monticello, by National Mount Airy Furniture. Their version is similar, although shorter, to the original desk. Solid mahogany with brass hardware, faux keyhole escutcheon, brass locking pins to hold writing desk in place when slid under top, and supported by six straight block legs with column details. Features a banded tilt-up drawing or reading top that has a tray for holding papers or a book & is held up by a hinged wood ratchet stand...
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H 32.25 in W 33 in D 22 in
Chippendale Style Solid Mahogany Colonial Williamsburg Kittinger Writing Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is one of the more distinguished collections by Kittinger and is solid mahogany and designed in the Chippendale style. The desk measures 42 wide x 30 tall x 21 deep.
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1950s American Vintage American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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H 30 in W 42 in D 21 in
Antique 19th Century Early American Primitive Walnut Side End Accent Table Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Early American19th century side table or work desk. Made of walnut featuring rectangular form with one drawer, turned legs and primitive hand cut nails, plaining and dovetail...
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Located in Dayton, OH
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Primitive Antique Early American Cherry Slant Top Writing School Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
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Vintage Bassett Furniture Maple Wood Colonial Style Fall Front Secretary Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Baker Furniture Milling Road Carved Mahogany Small Writing Desk or Entry Table
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional carved mahogany small writing desk or entry table
By Baker Furniture Milling Road "West Indies" Collection
USA, 1990s
Measures: 30" W x 17" D x 33.5" H. Table...
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H 33.5 in W 30 in D 17 in
Willett Early American Golden Beryl Maple Secretary Writing Desk Bookcase Hutch
Located in Dayton, OH
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H 75.5 in W 32.75 in D 20.5 in
Antique Oak Wood and Cast Iron Adjustable Drafting Work Table Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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American Colonial desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique American Colonial desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage desks and writing tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, pine and other materials. If you’re shopping for used American Colonial desks and writing tables made in a specific country, there are North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original desks and writing tables, popular names associated with this style include L. & J.G. Stickley Inc., National Furniture Company, and Stickley Brothers. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for desks and writing tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $765 and tops out at $2,545 while the average work can sell for $1,500.
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