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
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Boomerang Desk Made In Teak & Brass By Peter L. Nielsen For Hedensted Furniture
Located in Lejre, DK
Boomerang desk designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen in 1956 and manufactured by Hedensted Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. The desk is made of teak with elegant brass details and has a character...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
1969 Teak Danish Boomerang Desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen Draws Cabinet Bar Keys
Located in Milano, IT
1969 teak "boomerang" desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen (firstly designed in 1956), Danish modern biomorphic design, for Hedendsted Møbelindustri. Front side with three drawers, in the top...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
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
Sofa Soriana by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
A design armchair with soft, generous contours, designed to bring home casual, sophisticated comfort that opens the door to new, freer lifestyles.
The idea for this armchair that...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Bertha Schaefer for Singer & Sons Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant modern desk, designed by Bertha Schaefer for Singer and Sons, circa 1950s. Beautiful graining to the Italian walnut, especially to the top. Schaefer was one of the leading fe...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood, Walnut
Carlo De Carli Walnut Desk, Italy / C.1950
Located in Montréal, QC
: Carlo De Carli was a pivotal 20th-century architect and designer, renowned for his significant contributions to design and education in Italy, Graduating from Politecnico di Milan ...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Hovmand Olsen MK Teak Drop Front Secretary Desk
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
English Midcentury Walnut Faux Bamboo Desk with Four Drawers and Warm Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English faux bamboo walnut desk from the mid 20th century with four drawers and warm patina. Created in England during the Midcentury period, this walnut faux bamboo desk features...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Faux Bamboo, Walnut
Italian Vintage Desk in Style of Anonima Castelli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian mid century desk in style of Anonima Castelli. Top is Formica, Oak veneer total of nine drawers with the brass hardware.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
1970s Italian Writing Desk in Bamboo by Vivai Del Sud
Located in London, GB
1970s Italian Bamboo Writing Desk by Vivai del Sud
Designed by Vivai del Sud in the 1970s, this mid-century modern writing desk exemplifies the brand’s signature use of natural mat...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Bamboo
Free-Standing Corner Desk in Solid Wengé
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Free-standing writing desk, wengé, Northern Europe, 1960s
This rectangular shaped table is executed in wengé. The corpus is structured in a horizontal manner, which each stroke sho...
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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wenge
Stunning Scene Two Henredon Waterfall Desk Burl Olivewood Wood Mid-Century
By Henredon
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Henredon olivewood burl “Scene 2” series waterfall desk with rare matching chair. Macassar ebony wood detail and waterfall edges!! Absolutely stunning book-matched olive...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Macassar, Burl
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Wood Lovig Desk
Located in Phoenix, AZ
The iconic Løvig teak flip top desk designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen, 1960s, Denmark. It’s versatile in that the back shelf can flip down on its brass hinges to create a larger work s...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
B40 Desk in Solid Elm by Pierre Chapo, France, 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Chapo, B40 desk, elm, France, 1960s, Mid-Century modern, Rustic;
Characteristic desk by French designer and carpenter Pierre Chapo. Eye-catching detail is the remarkable carved tabletop...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Elm
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ52' Desk in Oiled Walnut and Leather for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ52' Desk in Oiled Walnut and Leather for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Leather, Wood, Walnut
Cork-Topped Oak Parkman Desk by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Parkman desk features a Parsons-style waterfall shape with cork on the top and sides and three drawers. Available in American walnut or white oak and ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Oak, Cork
Italian Wood Desk Attributed to Gianfranco Frattini, 1950s
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1950s Italian desk attributed to Gianfranco Frattini, crafted from warm-toned wood. The tabletop’s subtle curvature and fluted edges offer a soft contrast to the clean, architectur...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood
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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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Metal, Brass
Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl Directors Desk in Marble Look Fiberglass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernest 'Igl' Hofmann for Wilhelm Werndl, corner desk, model 'Jet', painted fiberglass, Germany, designed in 1970
This design truly fits within the ethos of the seventies – a bright...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Fiberglass
Charlotte Perriand Rio Table for Cassina: a Timeless Design Masterpiece
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
The Charlotte Perriand Rio table for Cassina is a remarkable piece of furniture that combines beauty and functionality in an asymmetrical ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Marble
President Senior Frosted Green Glass and Chrome Desk by Gallotti and Radice
Located in Miami, FL
President Senior desk with frosted sea-foam green glass (12mm) and a chrome plated steel frame. Originally designed by Gallotti & Radice in 1971, this piece is from the 1990s.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Chrome
Dixie Mid Century 4-Drawer Walnut Single Sided Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
Dixie Mid Century 4-drawer walnut single sided desk
Desk measures: 52.5 wide x 19.5 deep x 30 high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we cal...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
Ico Parisi Desk for Mim Rome from 1960s
Located in bari, IT
Ico Parisi desk in wood and steel including leg protectors for MIM Rome.
MIM (Mobili Italiani Moderni) was founded in Rome in 1957 as a company for the des...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Metal
Elefante Desk 4 Versatile, Serves as Dining Table, Organic Shape
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Elefante Desk 4 Versatile, Serves as Dining Table, Organic Shape
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Introduction: Crafting Elegance with a Modernist Touch
NONO, renowned for its decade-long journey in redefining ...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Small Italian Desk with Matching Chair - 60's - Vittorio Dassi - Set of 2
Located in Milano, IT
The mid-century Italian desk designed by Vittorio Dassi in the 1960s is an extraordinary example of functional elegance to the point that it is very often attributed to the work of G...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood
Mid-Century Modern Executive Burl Wood Desk by Hekman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This mid-century modern executive desk by Hekman, crafted in the United States during the 1970s, is a true testament to timeless design and functionality. The desk features a stunnin...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
Bone Tile Mid-Century Modern Wall Console Table Vanity with Chair
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern bone tile dressing table vanity with matching 22 x 23 x 39 armchair.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Bone
Mid-Century Mainline Hooker Floating Walnut Desk
Located in Baltimore, MD
Stunning 1960s walnut Mid-Century Modern floating desk. A remarkable statement of quality in design executed to last the test of time finely crafted with attention to detail. The ab...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
Fine French 1970s Extendable Oak Dining Table by Guillerme & Chambron
Located in Long Island City, NY
Robert Guillerme (1913-1990) and Jacques Chambron (1914-2001) :
A fine French mid-century solid oak extendable dining/writing table.
Length with the two center leaves is 82 5/8".
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Oak
Danish Mid Century Modern Adjustable-Height Teak Desk and Chair circa 1960s
Located in Shippensburg, PA
DANISH MODERN TEAK ADJUSTABLE-HEIGHT DESK AND CHAIR
Circa 1960s
Item # 112XHP08A
A most striking adjustable-height desk or perhaps lectern, it is executed in solid teak and teak veneers with legs drilled for several height options. The desk lid...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
Executive Double-Sided 'Vario' Desk by Werner Wölfer for V-Form, 1960s
By V-Form
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Large freestanding desk designed by Werner Wölfer around 1965. Wölfer was a German designer who worked for the Belgian company V-Form in the 60s and designed the complete Vario progr...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Laminate, Teak
Mid Century Danish Desk in Teak 'Boomerang' by Peter Løvig Nielsen, 1960s
Located in London, GB
An iconic Danish 'Boomerang' desk, designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen and manufactured by Hedensted Mobelfabrik of Denmark, 1960's.
This Iconic desk is known for its unique shape whic...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner AT-305 Desk
Located in Oakland, CA
55" W x 30" D x 28.5"
With Leaves: 91.35" W
Own a piece of Danish design history with this lovely drop leaf desk or table designed by the Danish furniture master, Hans J. Wegner. T...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Oak, Teak
Thomasville "Tamerlane" Writing Desk
By Thomasville
Located in Dallas, TX
An exceptionally made and extremely rare Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie desk from the "Tamerlane" collection by Thomasville Furniture, circa 1950's. THOMASVILLE TIMELESS TAMERLANE -- ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
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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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
Limited Edition Desk by Charles Hollis Jones, Signed, Dated and Numbered
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This desk is in stock and ready to ship.
Signed, dated and numbered 2/11.
Beautiful desk in Lucite and solid brass with a bronze finish designed and manufactured by Charles Hol...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
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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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Aluminum
Vintage Italian Walnut Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage Italian walnut writing desk, dating from the 1960’s.
This is of superb quality, it is beautifully designed with fantastic co...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
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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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Pen Shell Desk or Writing Table by Maitland-Smith
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic sleek Mid-Century Modern desk crafted in a pen shell mosaic with three drawers in the case having brass highlights on elegant legs with ball feet. Signed Maitland-Smith in drawer.
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Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Shell
1960s Rattan and Iron Writing Table Desk
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Lightly used, with very light scratches, or minor cosmetic wear, but has no structural issues. Most antique and vintage items fit this condition.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Iron
Brazilian Mid-Century Foldable Desk in Hardwood by Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in the NYC metro area included, this Brazilian Mid-Century Foldable Desk in Hardwood by Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1970s, is nothing less than gorgeo...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Metal
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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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Laminate, Formica, Mahogany
Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kastholm Executive Desk
Located in San Francisco, CA
An executive desk made of Wenge-veneered wood and chrome-plated steel. Three drawers, key included.
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Desk with 6 drawers in Hardwood & Iron, Geraldo de Barros
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Brazilian Mid Century Modern Desk with 6 drawers in Hardwood & Iron designed by Geraldo de Barros in the fifties is nothing less than spectacular!
The desk is ...
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Mid-20th Century South American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Hardwood
Bureau "Pigeonnier"
Located in Paris, FR
Library desk in teak wood with vegetable leather covering by Swiss designer Pierre Jeanneret, 1950-1959.
70.5 x 122 x 82.5 cm
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20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Teak
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.
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Rosewood
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...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood, Beech
Blue Iroko Wood Executive Desk by Giorgio Armani for Armani Casa, Italy 1990
Located in Renens, CH
This elegant and impressive desk has been designed by Giorgio Armani in the spirit of Jean Michel Frank, the iconic French designer who nowadays is still considered as the master of ...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
JK 204 desk by Jorgen Kastholm for kill international, 1960s Germany.
Located in Landgraaf, NL
JK 204 desk by Jorgen Kastholm for kill international, 1960s Germany. Large and heavy desk made from veneer and solid chromed metal. 5 deep black laminated drawers that give plenty s...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Metal, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Desk By Zanotta, Italy
By Zanotta
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Desk By Zanotta, Italy
When Aurelio Zanotta opened the doors to his eponymous label in 1954, its initial focus was on the production of sofas and armchairs which,...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood
Rosewood/ Leather and Chrome Desk by Ste. Marie and Laurent , Modernist
Located in Buffalo, NY
This sexy slim Ste-Marie and Laurent desk has beautiful rosewood grain and a black leather top. floating on a modern chromed steel cantilever base.. .Beautiful from any angle. Large...
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1960s Canadian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Plato Desk / Writing Desk with "Plia" Chairs G.Piretti, Anonima Castelli 60's
Located in Milano, MI
Set Sedia Plia con Scrivania Pieghevole Platone disegnati alla fine degli anni 60 da Giancarlo Piretti per Anonima Castelli. The desk, because of its compact size and the possibility...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Chrome
Six-Drawer Writers Desk in Teak with Built-In Storage Shelves, Denmark, c. 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a stunning, Danish-made six-drawer writer's desk constructed from a mix of solid and veneered Burmese teak. Petite in stature this ultra-functional desk packs so much pr...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
Le Corbusier LC/BD-01-A Ahmedabad Console Desk / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Le Corbusier
Located in Zürich, CH
Sculptural qualities define this object. A vivid dynamic between different volumes and surfaces, showing different qualities from different angles. Its expressive form offers a compl...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
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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1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Glass, Wood
1963 Danish Writing Desk and Mirrored Vanity, Wood, Oestergaard
Located in Arosio, IT
A Mid-Century Modern small desk that can also be used as mirrored vanity. It has one tilt mirror (still bearing the original label) and one drawer. Legs are in hardwood and the top i...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Industrial 7900 series 'Economy' desk by André Cordemeyer for Gispen, 1960's
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This industrial desk was designed as a writing machine desk by André Cordemeyer for N.V. Gispen. It is part of the 7900 series. The desk has a metal base with high tapered leggs, 2 d...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Mid-century Modern desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern 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, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern desks and writing tables made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America 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 Cassina, Lawson-Fenning, Charlotte Perriand, and Paul McCobb. 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 $299 and tops out at $184,000 while the average work can sell for $4,773.