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Style: Karl Johan
Swedish Karl Johan Salon/Sofa Table or Desk in West Indies Mahogany, c. 1825
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptionally fine Karl Johan salon table, sofa table or desk in beautiful West Indies mahogany. The top has two leaves that drop down on each side with two drawers along the apro...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Karl Johan Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Swedish Karl Johan Salon/Sofa Table or Desk in West Indies Mahogany, c. 1825
Swedish Karl Johan Salon/Sofa Table or Desk in West Indies Mahogany, c. 1825

Swedish Karl Johan Salon/Sofa Table or Desk in West Indies Mahogany, c. 1825

$8,750
Biedermeier Writing Desk or Sofa Table in Mahogany, Sweden, circa 1840
Located in Miami, FL
A handsome Biedermeier sofa table or writing desk in Cuban mahogany with one drawer and two drop leaves on cylinder column resting on quatre-form base with carved lions' paw feet, Sw...
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1840s Swedish Antique Karl Johan Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Biedermeier Writing Desk or Sofa Table in Mahogany, Sweden, circa 1840
Biedermeier Writing Desk or Sofa Table in Mahogany, Sweden, circa 1840

Biedermeier Writing Desk or Sofa Table in Mahogany, Sweden, circa 1840

$4,950
Empire Writing or Sofa Table in Mahogany with Satinwood Inlays, circa 1815
Located in Miami, FL
A very handsome Swedish Empire, Karl Johan salon table of fine Cuban mahogany with satinwood banding, carved and ebonized center pillar on quatre-form base ending in saber feet, with ormolu appliqués...
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1810s Swedish Antique Karl Johan Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Empire Writing or Sofa Table in Mahogany with Satinwood Inlays, circa 1815
Empire Writing or Sofa Table in Mahogany with Satinwood Inlays, circa 1815

Empire Writing or Sofa Table in Mahogany with Satinwood Inlays, circa 1815

$7,250
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Brass

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Biedermeier Writing Desk in Walnut, circa 1830
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Biedermeier Writing Desk in Walnut, circa 1830
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1850s Austrian Antique Karl Johan Desks and Writing Tables

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French Antique Writing Desk / Writing Table in Mahogany
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
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Late 19th Century French Antique Karl Johan Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

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1960s John Stuart French Provincial Style Console Sofa Table or Desk
By John Stuart
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Midcentury French Provincial style console sofa table by John Stuart. Base features a white painted finish with curved cabriole legs and one single drawer. Top is stained wood. Table could also be used as a long desk.
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1960s Vintage Karl Johan Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

1960s John Stuart French Provincial Style Console Sofa Table or Desk
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H 29.5 in W 60 in D 20 in
English Writing Table or Desk of Mahogany with Leather Top
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English writing table or desk of mahogany from the late 19th century, featuring an inset embossed leather top, with reeded edge around the circumference, over a frieze of two ...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Karl Johan Desks and Writing Tables

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English Writing Table or Desk of Mahogany with Leather Top
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Located in Cheshire, GB
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Early 20th Century British Karl Johan Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

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H 36.5 in W 36 in D 21 in
Baker Furniture English Regency Banded Mahogany Writing Desk or Console Table
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
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Baker Furniture English Regency Banded Mahogany Writing Desk or Console Table

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H 28.25 in W 57.5 in D 26.63 in
Regency Period Writing Table or Desk of Mahogany with Leather Top
Located in Austin, TX
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Regency Period Writing Table or Desk of Mahogany with Leather Top
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Swedish Karl Johan (Biedermeier), Drop-Leaf Center Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
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Birch

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Antique American Empire Tiger Oak Writing Desk or Library Table, Circa 1900
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Swedish Karl Johan Period 19th Century Birchwood Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish 19th century Karl Johan period birch wood desk. This Swedish desk from circa 1830 features a writing area decorated with two small size drawers flanking a small open galler...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Karl Johan Desks and Writing Tables

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Birch

Swedish Karl Johan Period 19th Century Birchwood Desk
Swedish Karl Johan Period 19th Century Birchwood Desk

Swedish Karl Johan Period 19th Century Birchwood Desk

H 35 in W 49 in D 21 in
Swedish Karl Johan Biedermeier Writing Table in Birch, circa 1810
Located in Miami, FL
A fine small Empire or Biedermeier writing table in polished birch with ebony accents featuring two small desk drawers with ivory pulls flanking the center back with a gallery consis...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Karl Johan Desks and Writing Tables

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Birch

Swedish Karl Johan Biedermeier Writing Table in Birch, circa 1810
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Swedish Early 19th Century Painted Wood Drop-Front Desk
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Swedish Early 19th Century Painted Wood Drop-Front Desk
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Find a broad range of unique Karl Johan desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th 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 and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with mahogany, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Karl Johan desks and writing tables made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 $4,950 and tops out at $8,750 while the average work can sell for $7,250.

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