Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Emerged during the mid-20th century
Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
A heyday of innovation in postwar America
Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
Promotion of functionality

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

Charles and Ray Eames
Eero Saarinen
Milo Baughman
Florence Knoll
Harry Bertoia
Isamu Noguchi
George Nelson
Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

Style: Mid-Century Modern

Desk 50s-60s, brown wood, brass and glass

By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting

Located in Milano, IT

Vintage Italian-made wooden desk with glass top, two drawers and brass feet. Exotic wood.

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

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Brass

Desk 50s-60s, brown wood, brass and glass

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50's rationalist style desk in metal and wood with methacrylate covered tops

Located in Milano, IT

COD-2741 Rare rationalist style desk in metal and wood with methacrylate covered tops and drawers in perfect original condition. Italian manufacture 1950. 135 x 65 h 76 cm

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

50's rationalist style desk in metal and wood with methacrylate covered tops

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Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk with 6 Drawers, Italy, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern wooden desk with 6 drawers, Italy, 1960s.

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk with 6 Drawers, Italy, 1960s

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Ilmari Tapiovaara Desk or Table for Laukaan Puu

By Laukaan Puu, Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Miami, FL

Stained pine table by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu. Works also well as desk. The table is signed.

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

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Pine

Ilmari Tapiovaara Desk or Table for Laukaan Puu

Bureau vintage en rotin, rotin tressé et bois style Maugrion pour Roche-Bobois

Located in BESANÇON, FR

Bureau vintage des années 70, dans le style de la marque Maugrion “Le rotin prestige” pour Roche-Bobois, en rotin et rotin tressé, plateau en bois, 2 tiroirs, très bon état général. ...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rattan

Bureau vintage en rotin, rotin tressé et bois style Maugrion pour Roche-Bobois

Midcentury Walnut Desk by Lane

By Lane Furniture

Located in Pasadena, CA

This Midcentury Walnut Desk by Lane is an example of Mid-Century Modern craftsmanship. Featuring a rich walnut finish, tapered legs, and a dura...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Formica, Walnut

Midcentury Walnut Desk by Lane

Italian Mid-century Desk in Walnut with Floating Glass Top

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Desk in the manner of Melchiorre Bega, glass, walnut, Italy, 1950s This elegant piece of furniture is made in Italy in the 1950s. The stylistic elements and overall design distinct...

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

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Glass, Walnut

Italian Mid-century Desk in Walnut with Floating Glass Top

Table À Plateau Interchangeable, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Table designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1937. Relaunched in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. The first model of this historic design low table was crafted in 1937 for Charlotte Perriand’s studio in Montparnasse. The first example of this table was made in 1937 for Charlotte Perriand’s Parisian studio in Montparnasse. The structure of the base of the Table à plateau...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Glass

Table À Plateau Interchangeable, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

Flow Desk - Light Beige by Hermhaus

By hermhaus

Located in istanbul, TR

The Flow desk brings an aesthetic touch to your workspace with its elegant and fluid lines. The organic lines created by nature inspire the calm structure of this desk. Its compact d...

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2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Flow Desk - Light Beige by Hermhaus

Small Teak "Varie" Writing Desk By Arne Wahl Iversen

By Arne Wahl Iversen, IKEA

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Denmark Designer: Arne Wahl Iversen Manufacturer: IKEA Era: 1960s Materials: Teak Measurements: 39.5 wide x 17.75 deep x 29.5 tall. Condition: In excellent original c...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Small Teak "Varie" Writing Desk By Arne Wahl Iversen

1950s Modernism Frank Kyle & Pepe Mendoza Luxurious Desk Dry Bar Mexico

By Pepe Mendoza, Frank Kyle

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, Custom Sculptural Desk Dry Bar in Rosewood and Parchment Bronze applications designed by FRANK KYLE. Made Mexico circa 1950s. Malachite hardware by PEPE MENDO...

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

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Malachite, Brass, Bronze, Gold Leaf

1950s Modernism Frank Kyle & Pepe Mendoza Luxurious Desk Dry Bar Mexico

Ate van Apeldoorn Large Writing Desk and cabinet block . 1960s Holland

By Houtwerk Hattem

Located in Den Haag, NL

Minimalist Solid Pine Writing desk designed by Ate Van Apeldoorn and produced by Houtwerk Hattum in Holland in the 1960’s. Features a pinewood cabinet block with drawers that can be...

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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Pine

Ate van Apeldoorn Large Writing Desk and cabinet block . 1960s Holland

1960s Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Writing Desk by Henredon

By Henredon

Located in Elkton, MD

Elegant Mid-Century Modern writing desk by Henredon, c. 1960s, featuring a richly figured burl wood veneer. A finely crafted piece, it showcases three drawers with brass hardware, of...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Burl

1960s Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Writing Desk by Henredon

Gallotti & Radice, President model desk, Italy, 1970s.

By Gallotti & Radice

Located in Palermo, PA

President desk model by Gallotti & Radice, Italian production from 1971. Iconic, charming and essential design, perfect for a modern setting. Transparent tempered glass and chrome-pl...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Crystal, Metal

Gallotti & Radice, President model desk, Italy, 1970s.

Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard Danish Modern Floating Teak Desk

By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard

Located in San Francisco, CA

Danish Modern Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard teak desk, having a rectangular top, above the four drawer case and rising on tapered legs. Desk top has ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard Danish Modern Floating Teak Desk

Design Midcentury Writing Table / Desk, Germany, 1960s

Located in Praha, CZ

- Germany - around 1960s - good original condition, stable, refreshed jt

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Design Midcentury Writing Table / Desk, Germany, 1960s

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Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s

Located in Lejre, DK

This desk is a beautiful example of Danish design from the 1960s. Made of teak wood, it exudes a warm and welcoming atmosphere that fits perfectly with any decor. The desk's simple y...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s

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Mastercraft Mid Century Bronze Writing Desk

By Mastercraft

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Impressive vintage writing desk crafted in bronze with a hip acid washed finish, in a stylized classic form having a black tooled leather top over a case w...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Mastercraft Mid Century Bronze Writing Desk

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20th Century Yellow Formica children's school desk with two leaves

Located in Miami, FL

Yellow formica and black metal desk, Italian modernism, ca. 1960. Small desk from a hotel room with a matte black tubular metal frame and a rectangular-...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Formica

20th Century Yellow Formica children's school desk with two leaves

Alvar Aalto Writing Table Model K81 in Birch, Artek 1940s

By Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Artek

Located in Helsinki, FI

A rare Mid-Century Modern writing desk in full birch model K81 manufactured by Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas for Artek. The minimalist design of the table already designed in the 1...

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1940s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Writing Table Model K81 in Birch, Artek 1940s

Vintage Writing Desk by Bohumil Landsman, 1970s

By Bohumil Landsman

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

A warm beech wood desk, designed by Bohumil Landsman and produced in the 1970s in former Czechoslovakia. This piece showcases the distinctive modernist style typical of Eastern Europ...

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1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Beech

Vintage Writing Desk by Bohumil Landsman, 1970s

Danish Modern Teak Desk by Gunnar Tibergaard Nielsen

By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard

Located in Atlanta, GA

Clean Lined Danish Modern Teak Desk, designed by Gunnar Tibergaard Nielsen, Denmark, circa 1960s. It packs a lot of storage space in a small ...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Teak

Danish Modern Teak Desk by Gunnar Tibergaard Nielsen

Dark Walnut Executive Desk by Monteverdi Young

By Monteverdi-Young

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Spectacular 1970’s Dark walnut with black lacquer outline executive desk by Monteverdi-Young. Custom ordered by renowned interior designer Gary Jon In beautiful vintage condition. ...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Dark Walnut Executive Desk by Monteverdi Young

Dal Vera Mid-Century Desk with Drawers in Bamboo, Brass with Glass, Italy 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Gorgeous mid-century organic desk with drawers in bamboo, woven rattan wicker and brass and completed by a clear crystal top. This wonderful desk was produced by Dal Vera in Italy du...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Crystal

Dal Vera Mid-Century Desk with Drawers in Bamboo, Brass with Glass, Italy 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Walnut L-Shaped Desk

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Introducing a stunning mid-century walnut L-shaped desk from the 1960s, a true classic of American design, built to stand the test of time. This desk features a thoughtfully designed...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut L-Shaped Desk

1968 Executive Desk

By Warren Platner

Located in Hanover, MA

SATURDAY SALE Executive desk formerly belonging to noted architect George M. Notter, (1933–2007) of the Boston firm Anderson Notter Finegold (now known as Finegold Alexander Architects). Current institutional memory at the firm suggests it was a special order from Herman Miller for the then new New York offices of MGM, however Herman Miller's archivist was unable to confirm. Styling, particularly the distinctive slim milled aluminum tracks through which the entire drawer carriage glides is clearly similar to Warren Platner's designs for Lehigh-Leopold which were then among the most costly of executive office furnishings. The bent flat bar chromed steel base with its distinctive pigeon toe splay is somewhat similar to a table base in Stow Davis' Electa Series, designed by Alexis Yermakov circa 1971. Walnut laminate top is very clean with no issues. One one corner edge shows a small separation. The only identifying markings are within the milled aluminum channel: G.P. F.I. 2 And the date Dec. 20, 1968. See image 18. Between the rectangular laminate top and the chrome base is a heavy blackened steel plate. Underneath the bent chrome pigeon toe feet are bars of a thick phenolic material which act as floor protector. We can have keys made to fit the two locking drawers. Tim Anderson...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

1968 Executive Desk

Limited Edition Table Monta in Wood and Blue Granite by Charlotte Perriand

By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Limited Edition Table designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1970. Relaunched in 2023. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. An ode to fine artisanal craftsmanship in the form of a table. Ta...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Glass

Limited Edition Table Monta in Wood and Blue Granite by Charlotte Perriand

Göran Strand for Lelångs Möbelfabrik Model A10 MCM Swedish Desk

By Göran Strand

Located in Plainview, NY

A Mid-Century Modern desk Model A10 l masterfully crafted by Göran Strand for Lelångs Möbelfabrik in Sweden during the 1960s. The allure of the Desk Model A10 lies in its thoughtfu...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Göran Strand for Lelångs Möbelfabrik Model A10 MCM Swedish Desk

1940s Art Deco Mid-Century Italian Metal Wood Glass Writing Desk Console Table

Located in Carimate, Como

Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern desk writing table, with beautiful low front side drawer, completed with its elegant black glass top. This table used to be a knittin...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Glass, Wood

1940s Art Deco Mid-Century Italian Metal Wood Glass Writing Desk Console Table

1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Free Standing Sculptural Desk in Oak and Brass

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Free-standing desk, oak, brass, linoleum, Italy, 1950s This mid-century modern freestanding desk from 1950s Italy exemplifies a sculptural approach to furniture design. It speaks t...

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

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Brass

1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Free Standing Sculptural Desk in Oak and Brass

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Desk Made In Teak From 1960s

Located in Lejre, DK

This desk is a beautiful example of Danish design from the 1960s. Made of teak wood, it exudes a warm and welcoming atmosphere that fits perfectly with any decor. The desk's simple y...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Desk Made In Teak From 1960s

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11x Original Egon Eiermann Schreibtisch Richard Lampert Metall

By Egon Eiermann, Richard Lampert

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten 11 wunderschöne und klassische Schreibtische von Egon Eiermann zum Verkauf an. Das Design stammt von Richard Lamprecht aus den 1950er Jahren, der diesen Tisch als Professo...

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Early 2000s German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

11x Original Egon Eiermann Schreibtisch Richard Lampert Metall

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Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk, Style of Gio Ponti, c 1950s, Refinished

By Gio Ponti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautifully refinished Mid-Century Modern desk produced in Italy circa 1950s. Featuring black steel and wood frame with large brass elements and alternating black and white drawer fr...

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

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Brass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk, Style of Gio Ponti, c 1950s, Refinished

Kurt Ostervig Style Oak Coffee Table with Rounded Corners and U-Shaped Legs

By Kurt Østervig

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century Kurt Østervig style oak coffee table with simple box square frame. Beautiful minimalist design. In original condition with some fading to the table top and a visible dent...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Kurt Ostervig Style Oak Coffee Table with Rounded Corners and U-Shaped Legs

1960s Peter Løvig Nielsen 'Boomerang' Desk in Palisander Hedensted Møbelfabrik

By Peter Løvig Nielsen

Located in Praha, CZ

- Carefully refurbished - Stamped.

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

1960s Peter Løvig Nielsen 'Boomerang' Desk in Palisander Hedensted Møbelfabrik

Rio Table, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Table designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1937. Relaunched in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. The historic Rio design low table combines uncommon beauty and utmost function...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Rattan

Rio Table, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

An Impressive Mid-Century Modern Semi circular Desk, 1970s

Located in Sherborne, GB

A teak desk of boomerang form, large and stately size. The twin pedestal featuring beautiful brass handles that are in the form of Sanskrit Seal. These feature animals. The drawers o...

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Mid-20th Century Pakistani Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

An Impressive Mid-Century Modern Semi circular Desk, 1970s

Franco Albini Cavalletto Desk Table For Cassina

By Franco Albini

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Franco Albini Cavalletto Desk Table For Cassina The geometric lines of the Cavalletto desk elicit a pleasant feeling of lightness through its ‘by the ...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Franco Albini Cavalletto Desk Table For Cassina

Scandinavian Danish desk in teak

By Arne Vodder

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Danish desk from the 60s in the taste of Arne Vodder's work. Structure in solid wood and veneer. This Scandinavian desk features two columns of drawers suspended from the front and b...

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

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Wood

Scandinavian Danish desk in teak

Mid-20th Century Walnut Executive Desk by John Widdicomb

By John Widdicomb

Located in Ava, MO

Presenting this exceptional desk by John Widdicomb. We've had many desks come through our collection and this Desk by Widdicomb shows off some of ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Mid-20th Century Walnut Executive Desk by John Widdicomb

1940's Small elegant desk with extraordinary side uprights

By Guglielmo Ulrich

Located in Milano, IT

COD-2791 Guglielmo Ulrich (1904 -1977) Small elegant desk with extraordinary side uprights, four drawers on one side, brass handles and a reeded wood front. Arca Manufacture, Mila...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

1940's Small elegant desk with extraordinary side uprights

American Designer, Desk, Rosewood, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A rosewood desk designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.

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

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Rosewood

American Designer, Desk, Rosewood, USA, 1950s

Italian Desk, from 1960 in Chestnut, Honey-Colored, with 5 Drawer

Located in Buggiano, IT

Italian desk, from 1960 in chestnut, honey-colored, with 5 drawers Nice design with wood in the top Height for legs from under the drawer 58 cm. Comes from an old country house in th...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Chestnut

Italian Desk, from 1960 in Chestnut, Honey-Colored, with 5 Drawer

Italian Mid-Century Self-Standing Corner Bookcase with Desk by Borsani, 1950s

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Traversetolo, IT

Amazing Italian corner Bookcase with Desk, produced in the 1950s and very well designed, probably by one of the most important Italian designers of the period such as Osvaldo Borsani...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Stained Glass, Wood

Italian Mid-Century Self-Standing Corner Bookcase with Desk by Borsani, 1950s

Guillerme & Chambron Writing Desk in Oak

By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, writing desk, oak, faux leather, France, 1960s. This desk is designed by the renowned French duo Guillerme et Chambron. This design holds an ...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak, Faux Leather

Guillerme & Chambron Writing Desk in Oak

Mid-century Desk Brass Wood and Laminate Crystal Top Gio Ponti style

Located in Palermo, Sicily

particular desk from the 1950s, made of walnut wood with crystal shelf , brass legs, and drawers with light blue laminate is very reminiscent of Gio Ponti's style.

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

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Crystal, Brass

Mid-century Desk Brass Wood and Laminate Crystal Top Gio Ponti style

Mid-century Modern French Desk

Located in Bozeman, MT

Fine mid-century modern French desk with two drawers with brass handles. Unknown designer, ca 1960s France.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Mid-century Modern French Desk

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Minimalist Desk Produced by Sormani c1960

By Sormani

Located in London, GB

Minimalist Desk designed by the architect Antonello Mosca. Produced by Sormani in the 1960s Support base in white painted metal. Top with suspended chest of drawers

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Minimalist Desk Produced by Sormani c1960

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Midcentury Alvar Aalto Desk or Dining Table in Black Laminated and Beech, 1970s

By Artek, Alvar Aalto

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning mid-century desk or dining table in curved beech wood with black laminated top. This incredibly elegant table was designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek and produced during the 1...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Formica, Wood, Laminate, Beech

Midcentury Alvar Aalto Desk or Dining Table in Black Laminated and Beech, 1970s

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Mid Century Modern G-Plan Desk Console Table, Black, Brass, Tola

By G-Plan

Located in Miami, FL

G-Plan Desk or Console Table, black wood base with brass stretcher and details, the top is African Tola Wood. Table has two drawers. The drawer pulls were replaced at some point.

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1960s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Mid Century Modern G-Plan Desk Console Table, Black, Brass, Tola

Custom Designed Slumped Glass Desk by Laurel Fyfe

By Laurel Fyfe

Located in Dallas, TX

This is an absolutely breathtaking piece. It is impossible to capture the beauty and simplicity of this desk with a camera. It is a thick clear sheet of glass that has been manipulated by the world renowned glass artist Laurel Fyfe into the form of a gently draped desk...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Glass

Custom Designed Slumped Glass Desk by Laurel Fyfe

Vintage Traditional Spanish Writing Desk in Oak Wood, circa 1940

Located in Barcelona, ES

Vintage traditional Spanish American writing desk. By unknown manufacturer from Spain, circa 1940. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preservin...

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1940s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Vintage Traditional Spanish Writing Desk in Oak Wood, circa 1940

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Box Wooton Desk Table File Cabinet Organizer Mint

By Peter Hvidt, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Danish Mid-Century Modern teak box wooton desk table file cabinet organizer mint!

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Box Wooton Desk Table File Cabinet Organizer Mint

Petit Bureau En Forme De Libre, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

A design table crafted by Charlotte Perriand to bring the warmth of wood and a free-spirited aesthetic into her studio. Without inhibiting the user, the rounded, asymmetrical curv...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Petit Bureau En Forme De Libre, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

George Nelson Home Office Desk Model 4658 for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Dallas, TX

George Nelson & Associates Home Office desk, model 4658 Manufactured by Herman Miller USA, 1946 This example is constructed of combed oak, chrome-plated...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum, Steel

George Nelson Home Office Desk Model 4658 for Herman Miller

Minimalist Solid Desk in Oak France 1960s

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Antwerp, BE

Minimalist dark stained oak desk with dovetail construction connecting the top to the side panels in solid oak with a floating part for 2 drawers. A beautiful piece of craftsmanship ...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Minimalist Solid Desk in Oak France 1960s

Italian Desk from the 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed in the 1960s the desk also features chrome tubular legs. Italian desk from the late 1960s characterize by the sleek and modern aesthetic. Second height 24.7 from the floor ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Italian Desk from the 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Dining Table Desk Conference Table, Leather, Chrome

By Nienkamper, Richard Schultz

Located in Miami, FL

Great leather top table with chrome base. Leather has a green brown color with a rich patina. Please see pictures. High-quality. Ready for a new home.

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1970s Canadian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Dining Table Desk Conference Table, Leather, Chrome

John Widdicomb Burl Wood and Brass Executive Desk, Newly Refinished

By John Widdicomb

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern executive writing desk By John Widdicomb and produced by Mastercraft USA, Circa 1970s Measures...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

John Widdicomb Burl Wood and Brass Executive Desk, Newly Refinished

Midcentury Giancarlo Piretti Blue "Platone" Folding Desk by Castelli, 1970s

By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli

Located in Roma, IT

Fabulous and incredibly rare midcentury blue "Platone" folding desk designed by Giancarlo Piretti and produced by Anonima Castelly in Italy during the 1970s. The desk is in spectacul...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Aluminum, Steel

Midcentury Giancarlo Piretti Blue "Platone" Folding Desk by Castelli, 1970s

Desk by Marcel Breuer, 1955

By Marcel Breuer, Gavina

Located in Berlin, DE

Model 'Canaan' Wood, transparent white lacquered, visible wooden texture Dimensions: L.180 cm D.60 cm H.72.5 cm Design: Marcel Breuer, 1955 Manufacturer: Gavina, Italy cf. V. Vercell...

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

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Wood

Desk by Marcel Breuer, 1955

Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Hovmand Olsen MK Teak Drop Front Secretary Desk

By Arne Hovmand-Olsen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Hovmand Olsen MK Teak Drop Front Secretary Desk. Item features sculpted wood floating base, drop front lid with fitted interior, beautiful wood grain, ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Hovmand Olsen MK Teak Drop Front Secretary Desk

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Mid-Century Large Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Large Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

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

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Wood

Mid-Century Large Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

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Harvey Probber Writing Desk- Signed

By Harvey Probber

Located in Trenton, NJ

This impressive mid-century modern writing desk from Harvey Probber features a striking yet simple 1950's design in quality manufacture. The vintage mahogany finish, carved wood handles...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Harvey Probber Writing Desk- Signed

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Expandable Mahogany and Cork Desk, Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture c.1950

By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT An original expandable Paul Frankl desk with cork surface and a Mahogany base with brass hardware. Three drawers, open storage compartment on opposite side and Mahogany booksh...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Expandable Mahogany and Cork Desk, Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture c.1950

Round Brutalist Dining Table in Oak, Mid Century Modern, Made in France, 1960s

Located in Odense, DK

A stunning solid oak round dining table in the brutalist style, crafted in France during the 1960s by a French cabinetmaker. This mid-century modern piece features a robust and minim...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Round Brutalist Dining Table in Oak, Mid Century Modern, Made in France, 1960s

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Desk

Located in Gardiner, NY

Authentic vintage mid century Danish / Scandinavian Modern teak desk. This piece is in excellent refinished condition with very few signs of age-related wear (see photos). If you w...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Desk

Refinished Lou Hodges Handcrafted Oak Desk for California Design Group, c1970s

By Lou Hodges

Located in Chino Hills, CA

For sale is a stunning, professionally refinished desk designed by the iconic Lou Hodges for the California Design Group in 1981. This piece is a true testament to Hodges' unparallel...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Refinished Lou Hodges Handcrafted Oak Desk for California Design Group, c1970s

Bamboo and Chrome Sawhorse Table

By McGuire

Located in New York, NY

Bamboo and chrome sawhorse table. Pair of large bamboo sawhorse bases in the manner of McGuire with inset interior stretchers and gleaming chrome...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Bamboo and Chrome Sawhorse Table

Vladimir Kagan “Wing” Desk Model 7030, 1970

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Chicago, IL

Vladimir Kagan “Wing” Desk Model 7030, 1970s. Original with beautiful lucite legs. Measures 94.5” long Depth of footprint 48”, 35.5” depth 29” tall

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Lucite, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan “Wing” Desk Model 7030, 1970

20th Century Ico Parisi Wooden Writing Desk with Two Drawers, 50s

By Ico Parisi

Located in Turin, Turin

Ico Parisi was born in Palermo, Italy, in 1916, but as early as 1925 with his family he moved to Como, where in 1936 he graduated as a building surveyor and served an apprenticeship at the Terragni studio. Discharged from the front in 1943, he returned to Como and resumed his design activity, dealing with the creation of individual furnishings, exhibition layouts and interior architecture. He collaborated with Luisa Aiani, whom he married in 1947 and with whom he opened the studio La Ruota. In the 50s he designed furniture, first in one-piece and later for Industrial Production with companies such as Cassina. In the 60s, with the "Contenitoriumani" he began a new path aimed at defining a utopian-existential IDEA of living. The culmination of his research is between 1974 and 1976 with "Operation Arcevia," aimed at designing an entire Community. Here we have a wooden desk designed...

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

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Wood

20th Century Ico Parisi Wooden Writing Desk with Two Drawers, 50s

Rosewood Writing Desk, Erik Riisager Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Denmark, 1950

By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Erik Riisager Hansen 1

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rosewood Writing Desk, Erik Riisager Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Denmark, 1950s This rare Rosewood writing desk by Erik Riisager Hansen for Haslev Mobelsnedkeri has a very elegant and sleek design with nice details. The beautiful thick banding seamless joins with the tall spindle leg and is a signature design element of Hansen. This sleek desk...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Rosewood Writing Desk, Erik Riisager Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Denmark, 1950

Geometric Writing Desk / Sideboard in Walnut and Brass, Italy, 1950s

Located in Uithoorn, NL

This geometrical writing desk has a sleek symmetry. This is formed by two large, rectangular storage compartments, together with four smaller compartments above. In between the compa...

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

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Brass

Geometric Writing Desk / Sideboard in Walnut and Brass, Italy, 1950s

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