Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
ART DECO STYLE
Art Deco furniture is characterized by its celebration of modern life. More than its emphasis on natural wood grains and focus on traditional craftsmanship, vintage Art Deco dining chairs, tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture — which typically refers to pieces produced during the 1920s and 1930s — is an ode to the glamour of the “Roaring Twenties.”
ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1920s
- Flourished while the popularity of Art Nouveau declined
- Term derives from 1925’s Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes (International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts) in Paris, France
- Informed by Ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession; influenced Streamline Moderne and mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs
- Use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood
- Metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes
- Embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory
ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship.
Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)
Art Deco textile designers employed dazzling floral motifs and vivid colors, and while Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked, they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture.
From mother-of-pearl inlaid vitrines to chrome aviator chairs, bold and inventive works in the Art Deco style include chaise longues (also known as chaise lounges) and curved armchairs. Today, the style is still favored by interior designers looking to infuse a home with an air of luxury and sophistication.
The vintage Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes dressers, coffee tables, decorative objects and more.
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Style: Art Deco
Sonia Vanity Set in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Sonia vanity set...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
Art Deco desk
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Art Deco desk
In the exquisite world of 1925s French Art Deco design, a dainty desk emerges as a testament to the era’s refined craftsmanship and elegance. Fashioned from root wood a...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Hardwood, Amboyna
$6,860
Executive desk in Macassar ebony by Pander & zn, Netherlands 1930s
Located in ECHT, NL
High quality custom made executive desk. Made from solid Macassar ebony and Macassar ebony veneer. The front has two glass sliding doors with a thick glass shelf. It has one door on ...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Ebony, Macassar
$6,150 Sale Price
20% Off
Oak Roll Top and Matching Desk Chair
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A wonderful medium oak roll topped desk and matching oak tilt and turn office chair, in excellent overall condition, desk comes into pieces for transport, original working key and lo...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
$2,971 / set
Mid 20th-Century Figured Wood Desk in Walnut with Five Drawers, circa 1940
Located in Beirut, LB
Discover the timeless appeal of this charming vintage desk, a quintessential example of Mid-20th Century design. This piece effortlessly blends classic form with practical functional...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
$1,135 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s exotic wood glass and brass desk attr. to La Permanente Furniture
Located in Premariacco, IT
Important 1960s desk with exotic wood frame characterized by a refined geometric line, decorated with a profile at the base in brass.
The cabinet features an original period green g...
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1960s Italian Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Jules Leleu Double Pedestal Mahogany Art Deco Desk with Gilt Bronze Details
By Jules Leleu
Located in St. Louis, MO
Jules Leleu (1883-1961) double-fronted mahogany and brass desk, circa 1935.
Having two set of four pedestal drawers and a single frieze drawer, accented in gilt bronze. Inset with p...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Desk in Black and white marquetry by Ginger Brown
By Ginger Brown
Located in Bourguebus, FR
This desk is made of black and white polished marquetry with brass trims.
It has 2 drawers with brass handles.
The legs are in black polished marquetry.
It can be used as a writing d...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
$9,344 / item
A Fine French Art Deco Rosewood and Marquetry Dining Table by Segal
Located in Long Island City, NY
With a wooden and mother of pearl marquetry top, brass details on the two pedestals and 2 end leaves.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Jean Pascaud, Ebonized Lacquered Coffee Table, France, 1940s
By Jean Pascaud
Located in New York, NY
Low, black table with glass top and gently tapering legs characteristic of the French Deco master.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
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...
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1930s European Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Ebonized Pearwood Two-Tier Tambour Top Writing Desk
Located in Queens, NY
Art Deco ebonized pearwood writing desk with a tambour roll top upper section concealing four Pairs of interior drawers with diamond pattern inlaid burl wood fronts surrounding a bro...
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20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Leather, Fruitwood
Art Deco Black Lacquer Blue Egg Writing Desk, France
Located in Lisbon, PT
An exquisite, polished blue egg (color reference #96DED1) and black varnish finished by a master artisan. This Art Deco writing desk features a walnut structure with a chromed cast i...
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20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
$8,303 Sale Price
62% Off
Chest of Drawers Art Deco
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Chest of drawers Art Deco. . :)
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mahogany Scroll-Base Table with Brazilian Quartz Top
Located in Long Island City, NY
The scroll base has a muscular elegance which pays homage to the Régence, yet the boldness of the proportions sets it firmly in Art Deco. What draws us to the piece is the expressive...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Quartz
Fine French Blackened Wood Desk with an Off White Lacquered Top with Inlays
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French blackened wood desk with 3 drawers, an off white & black lacquered top with metal Inlays, and bronze handles and wheels.
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Lovely Burr Yew Wood Twin Pedestal Partner Desk with Complete Ornate Timber Top
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Burr Yew wood twin pedestal partner desk with natural wood top
A very good looking, nicely proportioned desk, I don't come a...
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20th Century English Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Yew
$2,107 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Table J.Halabala from 1960
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco table by J. Halabala from 1960s.
The piece of furniture was made of walnut tree.
Art Deco table by the famous Czech designer J. Halabala, 1950. Jindrich Halabala - (a Czec...
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1950s Czech Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Scandinavian Art Déco Desk, Mahogany and Satinwood, Freestanding
Located in Göttingen, NI
A Scandinavian Art Déco desk, Mahogany and Satinwood, bronze ornaments, freestanding
Attributed to Sigvard Bernadotte, Stockholm 1930s.
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1920s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Art Deco Castelo Console Table, Sahara Noir Marble, Brass, Handmade Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Castelo Console, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Castelo marble console table pays tribute to Po...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble, Belgian Black Marble, Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Brass
Art Deco Table J.Halabala from 1960
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco table by J. Halabala from 1960s.
The piece of furniture was made of walnut tree.
Art Deco table by the famous Czech designer J. Halabala, 1950. Jindrich Halabala - (a Czech ...
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1950s Czech Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Castelo Console Table, Sahara Noir, Stainless, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Castelo Console, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Castelo marble console table pays tribute to Po...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Onyx, Marble, Quartz, Travertine, Brass, Stainless Steel
Oval Desk in Natural Shagreen and Brass by Ginger Brown
By Ginger Brown
Located in Bourguebus, FR
This desk is made of original shagreen in a natural colour, with brass caps on the legs.
It has three drawers with brass handles.
It can be used as a writing desk or as a vanity tab...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
$11,591 / item
Art Deco Pagoda Walnut Brass Writing Desk Side Table Hugo Gorge, C.1925, Vienna
By Hugo Gorge
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco pagoda like a writing desks, side tables or home office desks attributed to Hugo Gorge circa 1925 Vienna.
Hugo Gorge ( 1883 - 1934 ) was a pop...
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Maple, Walnut, Spruce, Plywood
Petite Eliel Saarinen Deco Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
A petite scale Eliel Saarinen Deco Desk in Birch with Wave-like Aluminum Pulls.
Dimensions:
48 wide
20 depth
Height to top shelf: 30 1/16"
Height to desk surface: 24.75"
Wear as s...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Chest of Drawers Art Deco
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Chest of drawers Art Deco.
Buffet after professional manual renovation!.
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
$27,205
ViNTAGE CHROME X FRAME CROCODILE ALLIGATOR LEATHER PATINA WRITING TABLE DESK
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage unrestored Crocodile or Alligator patina leather writing desk with three full sized draw...
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20th Century English Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Sanyas et Popot Art Deco Desk
By Sanyas et Popot
Located in New York, NY
An important Art Deco desk.
Designed by Sanyas et Popot, Paris.
Macassar with original patinated bronze pulls and sabots.
Complete professional restoration by us.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Custom Clad Mirrored Desk, Custom Design
Located in New York, NY
The desk / vanity is mirrored clad, has five pull-out drawers with an Art Deco style.
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2010s Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mirror
France Desk Art Deco, 1930, Material, Wood
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French desk style: Art Deco
Year 1920
Material: carved wood
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk.
The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique. It i...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
French Mahogany Scroll-Base Table with Stone Top
Located in Long Island City, NY
The scroll base has a muscular elegance which pays homage to the Régence, yet the boldness of the proportions sets it firmly in Art Deco. What draws us to the piece is the expressive...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Quartz
Massive Art Deco Split Reed/ Stick Wicker and Walnut Desk
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Art Deco split reed / stick wicker desk with compelling architectural lines and dramatic presence.
Two end pieces with three drawers each, rise above center work area with...
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1940s Unknown Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wicker, Reed, Walnut
Art Deco Table J.Halabala from 1960
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco table by J. Halabala from 1960s.
The piece of furniture was made of walnut tree.
Art Deco table by the famous Czech designer J. Halabala, 1950. Jindrich Halabala - (a Czech ...
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1950s Czech Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Big Jeweler Style Art Deco in Wood, 1920, Made in France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk style: Art Deco
Year: 1920
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk.
The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique. It is an icon of distinct...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Table J.Halabala from 1960
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco table by J. Halabala from 1960s.
The piece of furniture was made of walnut tree.
Art Deco table by the famous Czech designer J. Halabala, 1950. Jindrich Halabala - (a Czech ...
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1950s Czech Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
France Desk Art Deco, 1920, Material: Wood
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French desk style: Art Deco
Year 1920
Finish: polyurethanic lacquer.
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk.
The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it un...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
$9,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Writing Desk Designed by Czech Architect Jindřich Halabala, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
One of the most successful writing desk made in United Arts & Crafts Manufacture (UP) in Brno.
Designed by Czech architect Jindrich Halabala.
Original really good condition.
Mater...
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20th Century Czech Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak, Lacquer, Walnut
Art Deco Table by J. Halabala
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco table by J. Halabala from 1940s.
Art Deco table by the famous Czech designer J. Halabala, 1940. Jindrich Halabala, (a Czech designer ranked among the most outstanding cre...
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1930s Czech Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Table J. Halabala
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco table by J. Halabala from 1960s.
Art Deco table by the famous Czech designer J. Halabala, 1940. Jindrich Halabala, (a Czech designer ranked among the most outstanding cre...
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1950s Czech Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Modern Writing Desk by Wolfgang Hoffman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish black lacquer writing desk features the unique vintage design of Mid-Century Modern designer Wolfgang Hoffman. Spacious drawers with tubu...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
CARTIER PARIS SIGNED BRONZE & LEATHER MID CENTURY MODERN WRiTING TABLE DESK
By Cartier
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare, highly collectable, original Mid Century Modern Circa 1960-1970 Cartier Paris Bronze & Brow...
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1960s French Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Giorgio Charisma Bubinga Desk
Located in New York, NY
Italian desk crafted from Black Bubinga burl veneer features a stunning high gloss polyester finish, exuding elegance and sophistication. The top insert in grey leather adds a touch ...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Gold, Stainless Steel
French Furniture Art Deco, 1930 with Drawers
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Art Deco Desk
Year 1930
French
Finish: polyurethanic lacquer
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk. It has a large work surface.
The quality of the furniture make it unique. ...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Desk in Wood, 1920, Sign: Made in France 7382
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk
Sign: Made in France 7382
Year: 1920
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk.
The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique. It is an icon ...
Category
1920s French Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
France Desk Art Deco, 1930, Material: Carved Wood
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
French Desk Style: Art Deco
Year 1920
Material: carved wood
It is an elegant and sophisticated dream desk.
The quality of the furniture and the exotic wood used make it unique. It i...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
American Art Deco Table Attributed to Eugene Schoen
Located in New York, NY
This large Art Deco table is attributed to the Austrian born New York designer Eugene Schoen. The mahogany carcass is veneered in Macassar, and surfaced with a sheet of black opaline...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Opaline Glass, Macassar, Mahogany
Restored Art Deco Solid Oak Writing Desk Made in the 1930s, Czechia
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Art Deco writing desk.
Revived polish.
Period: 1930-1939
Source: Czechia
Material: solid oak
Leg space:
height: 63,5 cm (25 in)
width: 53 cm (20.9 in).
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak, Lacquer
Art Deco Desk in Oak, circa 1940/1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
LARGE art deco desk in oak, circa 1940/1950.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Pierre-Paul Montagnac, Art Deco Table, France, 1926
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco console table by Pierre-Paul Montagnac (1883-1961)
Signed on underside: Montagnac, 1926
Bibliography: Le Mobilier du XXe Siecle, Dictionnaire des créateurs by Pierre K...
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20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Walnut
Unique Czech Art Deco Secretary/Writing Desk, Rosewood 1920-1929
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Art Deco sideboard and secretary made out of rosewood
Material: Rosewood
Completely restored, Shellac polish.
Period: 1920-1929
Source: Czechia.
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1920s Czech Vintage Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Rosewood
Art Deco Dining Table, Belgium, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Walnut and brass Art Deco dining table, a true masterpiece custom-designed for a castle in Ghent, Belgium. Crafted with precision and elegance, this table seamlessly combines the ric...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Palomino Desk by Barlas Baylar
Located in New York, NY
The Horse is a universal symbol of freedom without restraint. The Palomino Desk IDEA represents Barlas's love for this vivacious horse.
Limited Editio...
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2010s American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Price Upon Request
Art Deco desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, 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 metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco desks and writing tables made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy 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 R & Y Augousti, Carlo Colombo, Elie Saab, and Hommes Studio. 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 $770 and tops out at $200,000 while the average work can sell for $8,620.
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