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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Italian large Desk by Vittorio Dassi solid wood and glass 60s - G725
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Imposing desk from the 50's and 60's attributed to the Italian designer Vittorio Dassi. Structure in solid wood and veneer, top in red glass. It is composed of two boxes with 4 drawers on each side. Very nice desk...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Glass, Wood
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 Embossed Green Leather Top Flame Mahogany Double Pedestal Federal Desk
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large Embossed Green Leather Top Flame Mahogany Double Pedestal Federal Desk
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Large Midcentury Italian Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This impressive executive desk by the 1950s Italian designer, Vittorio Dassi, features a very comfortable 1.5 cm thick floating glass top, unde...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Folding Desk for Villa Mazzotti, Italy 1946
Located in Milan, IT
Architect Luigi Caccia Dominioni Rare oak wood folding desk for Villa Mazzotti, Milan, Italy
Luigi Caccia Dominioni used this form of desk design to...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Danish Secretary Desk
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful secretary desk designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Møbler. It has the label in the back. This secretary desk is made in Denm...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
$3,840 Sale Price
20% Off
Curvaceous Desk by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Curvaceous desk, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950s. This desk is currently being refinished and can be completed in your choice of finish color.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk by Mainline
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant, functional, and full of mid-century quality, this vintage writing desk by Mainline stands out with its rich walnut woodgrain and stylish design. Spacious compartments allow ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
$1,400 Sale Price
30% Off
Doge Large Dining Table by Carlo Scarpa for Cassina
By Cassina, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Doge Large Dining Table designed by Carlo Scarpa.
Manufactured by Cassina (Italy)
ULTRARATIONAL EMBLEM
A sculptural structure that has become an emblem of Italian design, a trademar...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
$18,622 / item
'Arco' desk by BBPR for Olivetti Anni 60-70
By Studio BBPR
Located in Milano, IT
Desk with side drawers, enameled metal and wood-effect plastic laminate top, plastic drawer fronts. Good conditions.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
$1,633 Sale Price
20% Off
1950s Mid Century Rattan Grasscloth Streamline Wood Desk
By Paul Frankl
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning desk you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it being...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Grasscloth, Rattan, Laminate, Wood
U-Shape Burdick Desk for Herman Miller with Floating Table
Located in Pasadena, TX
A vintage U-shaped desk designed by Bruce Burdick for Herman Miller. This enormous desk has three separate surface tops: 84"x 44" glass top, a round onyx top, and a dark granite Geig...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Onyx, Granite, Aluminum
Georges Frydman, Free Form Office, France 1956
By EFA, Georges Frydman
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
Materials
Metal, Brass
Desk table Patrice Maffei for Kappa brushed steel smoked glass 1970
By Patrice Maffei, Kappa
Located in Paris, IDF
A rare brushed stainless steel desk table designed by French designer Patrice Maffei for Kappa editor in the 1970s, it features two locki...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Burl Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
Midcentury Burl Desk with an exotic Olive Ash burl veneer top, with a solid oak working pencil drawer and raised on a brass finished modern four ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
$3,894 / item
Mid-Century Modern Dining Table in Tubular Chrome & Wood by Geraldo Barros, 1970
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this midcentury dining table with chrome tubular base and wood is a showstopper! The wood has been refinished, the metal cleaned up and the overall piece is in excellent condition. The table fits 4-6 people comfortably as shown in the pictures.
This piece has all the fun aspects of a true bold Mid-Century Modern piece -- clean, angular swooping lines that give the piece an almost googie look that is unmistakably Mid-Century Modern.
This table effortlessly flexes into any Mid-Century Modern, modern, Danish modern or contemporary environment. This piece would also look wonderful in a boho chic, chinoiserie, or Hollywood Regency styled home or office as well.
This table was found in a private office in Curitiba (the capital of Parana, a southern state in Brazil) where all the furniture was from Geraldo de Barros for Hobjeto.
About the author: Geraldo de Barros (1923-1998) was one of the key players of the Modernist movement in Brazil in the 1950s. Originally a painter close to the European avant-garde and the Pioneer of abstract photography in Brazil in the 1940s (his works are part of the MoMa collection), Geraldo de Barros went to furniture-making in the early 1950s, seeking a more popular artform that would make his work available to a larger audience - which was more or less the IDEA behind the Bauhaus movement. In 1954, he founded the company Unilabor with a Dominican priest and skilled tradesmen. Unilabor was run by its employees and all benefits shared between them, thus becoming the first communitarian business in Modern Brazil history. Unilabor grew quickly to become one of the most important furniture companies in the country, but internal disputes led to the end of the company in 1967.
In 1964, De Barros went on to found in association with Aloísio Bione another furniture design company called Hobjeto. After Unilabor, Hobjeto was a more capitalistic project but without losing his constructive characteristics. Until his retirement in 1989, de Barros designed and projected in-numerous furniture lines in this Industrial manner. He even built a personal workshop in the factory to project and create his last painting series in Formica. The furniture and the paintings are finally created using the same techniques.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Chrome
Floating Edward Wormley for Dunbar Executive Extending Desks, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A rare and sleek Mid-Century Modern executive desks by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. The desks features stunning solid walnut grain and sleek midcentury design. The desk is fi...
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1970s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Nutwood
$4,805 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Desk - Light
Located in Westwood, NJ
Mid Century Desk or dressing table with our Mangrove primavera veneer with inset breakfront top with brushed nickel finish fittings and sitting on brass finish splayed and tapered le...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
$3,495 / item
Franco Albini Italian Midcentury Desk for Knoll 70's
Located in bari, IT
Stickers.Stunning Franco Albini '1928' desk for Knoll international, this example 1958. A pebbled glass top and stunning patina really take this piece...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Floating Top Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern desk by Tri Bond Furniture, with floating top and finished back.
Please confirm location NY or NJ.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
$1,540 Sale Price
30% Off
Executive Desk by Hans von Klier for Skipper Italian, circa 1970
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Desk by Hans von Klier in walnut wood with three drawers, a center leather writing section, and a inset storage space which includes two sliding walnut supply holders. The desk has a...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Italy, 1960s.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Doge Large Dining Table by Carlo Scarpa for Cassina
By Cassina, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Doge Large Dining Table designed by Carlo Scarpa.
Manufactured by Cassina (Italy)
ULTRARATIONAL EMBLEM
A sculptural structure that has become an emblem of Italian design, a trademar...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
$18,622 / item
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
Materials
Teak
Studio BBPR for Olivetti Spazio desk with mobile cabinet and type writer desk
By Olivetti, Studio BBPR
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
the designed office.
a collectors table designed by the „workshop of modernity“: bbpr’s ‚spazio‘ desk. banfi, belgiojoso, peressutti and rogers (bbpr) we...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Rustic Solid Teak Desk / Table, France 1960s
Located in Echt, NL
Rustic desk / table in very good original condition.
This desk / Table is made from rustic solid teak wood which has a stunning woodgrain and patina.
The sides are connected to the top with beautiful joints.
Its reduced shape creates a raw simplicity. It is minimalist and pure, avoiding any non-sense and almost has Japanese design character.
We offer a variety of insured shipping services, ask us for the possibilities and competitive pricing.
If you have any questions about our shipping options or this item please feel free to contact us.
The style reminds of the French designers Pierre Chapo...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Teak
Andreas Petersen Writing Desk in Brazilian Rosewood
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Andreas Petersen
Manufacturer: Svendstrups Møbelfabrik
Era: 1960s
Materials: Rosewood
Measurements: 51" wide x 28.5" deep x 28.75" tall
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Joel's Desk 7 Stylish Durability for Home Office, Solid Wood
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Joel's Desk 7 Stylish Durability for Home Office, Solid Wood
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Unique wall unit with methacrylate top writing desk
Located in Milano, IT
COD-CV026
Unique wall unit with methacrylate top writing desk with one drawer, newspaper holder and small cabinet with bar inside.
Perfect original conditions, Italy, 1950's.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Italian 1950's Desk and Chair in the Manner of Gio Ponti
Located in London, GB
Sculptural Italian School 1950's desk and matching chair is made of cherry wood in the manner of Gio Ponti. The desk has two drawers and light grey Formica on two levels of the desk ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Linen, Formica, Fruitwood
Charlotte Perriand Marble Center Table à Plateau Interchangeable by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1937. Relaunched in 2020.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
The first model of this historic design table was crafted in 1937 for Charlotte P...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Merighi & Dall'Olmo Italian Desk in Teak, Iron and Turquoise Blue Top 1950s
By Cantu
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Merighi & Dall'Olmo, lacquered iron, teak, painted wood, brass, Cantù, Italy, 1950s
This refined desk by Merighi & Dall'Olmo was made in the 1950s in Italy. The teak wood, brass, an...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass, Iron
Vintage Swedish Walnut Desk by Bertil Fridhagen
Located in London, GB
A stylish and beautifully designed vintage Swedish walnut desk by Bertil Fridhagen. This was recently imported from Sweden, it was made by Bodafors and dates from the 1960’s.
This i...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Baker Bleached Walnut Lucite & Brass Pulls 4 Drawer Low Profile Desk Console
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Baker Bleached Walnut Lucite & Brass Pulls 4 drawer low profile desk console writing table.
Solid oak drawer design. Completely restored.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Italian modern round coffee table with decorative bacterio pattern top, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern round coffee table with decorative bacterio pattern top, 1980s
Round coffee table composed of a top covered in laminate with "Bacterio" pattern, orange-red painted met...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Teak Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern writing desk in teak wood. Simple design with a two drawer bank and tapered legs.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
$1,800
Zebra Wood and Chrome Writing Desk, ca. 1970’s
Located in New York, NY
High style 1970’s writing desk, of stunning zebra wood veneer, on an architectural bright chrome frame.
The rectangular wood element features three pull out drawers, it is 5 in. H.
T...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
'Orix' desk by Vittorio Parigi & Nani Prina Yellow version, 1970s
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage writing desk model 'Orix' designed by Vittorio Parigi and Nanni Prina for a 1970s Molteni production. Chrome-plated steel frame, body with storage compartments and book holde...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
$3,748 Sale Price
20% Off
Reception Desk by Kenmochi, Japan 1966
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
A unique piece, this large reception desk comes from the Kyoto International Conference Center, designed by Sachio Otani and inaugurated in 1966.
Isamu Kenmochi and his studio, the I...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Ebonized mahogany leather top desk in the manner of Andre Arbus C 1950.
By André Arbus
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ebonized mahogany leather top desk in the manner of Andre Arbus C 1950. The case trimmed in bronze having two drawers and a new leather top with gilt embossed border resting on taper...
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
1940s Speech Table, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- made of solid pine tree wood
- good original condition with some sign of use
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1940s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Desk Produced in Germany
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare desk by unknown designer. Produced in Germany.
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
$11,413
Modern Curved Black Leather Writing Desk by Nancy Corzine Fusion Desk
Located in North York, ON
Modern curved black leather writing desk by Nancy Corzine Fusion Desk. Original Nancy Corzine fusion desk, masterfully restored in a polished high gloss bl...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
$5,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Desk and Armchair by Jacques Adnet, Stitched Leather and Skaï, 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
These desk and armchair by Jacques Adnet are quite rare with its marine type handles. Thea are completely covered with a mix of leather and skaï (faux leather) which is saddle-stitch...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
NONO Desk 18 Large Surface, Multi-functional, Asymmetrical
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
NONO Desk 18 Large Surface, Multi-functional, Asymmetrical
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Custom Midcentury Style Curved Walnut Desk by Adesso Imports
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom midcentury style curved kidney shaped American walnut desk with three drawers. Made in Los Angeles by Adesso Imports. Can be done in different w...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Leather Top Writing Desk with Faux Bamboo Legs by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic two-drawer writing desk with a tooled black leather top on a burled walnut case over faux bamboo brass legs. Signed Mastercraft Furniture Co. in a drawer.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Faux Bamboo
Danish Modern Teak Desk with drop-leaf by Aksel Boll Jensen
By Aksel Boll Jensen
Located in Brussels, BE
This Danish Modern teak desk, designed by Aksel Boll Jensen, embodies the elegance and functionality of mid-century Scandinavian design. Made from teak, the desk showcases warm tones...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Burlwood Mid-Century Modern Floating Desk, Console, 1960s, France
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare Burl-wood minimalist desk with a solid wooden top and aluminium base. The top of the desk gives a floating effect. A perfect desk, table or console to place against the wall bec...
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1960s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Aluminum
$2,249 Sale Price
44% Off
Rare Ammedabad Console/Desk by Balkrisna Doshi & Le Corbusier.
By Le Corbusier
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rare Ammedabad Console/Desk by Le Corbusier. This item was originally designed by Indian Architect, B.V Doshi under the supervision of Le Corbusier for Mills Owners Association build...
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20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
NONO Desk 3 Collaborative Space Enhancer, Asymmetrical
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Elefante Collection: A Harmony of Design and Heritage by NONO
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
$12,732 / item
Mid-century Blond Maple Desk by Paul McCobb "Planner Group" for Winchendon
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Late Mid-century solid maple pedestal desk featuring 2 tapered legs and 2 pull-out drawers on the right side of the desk. Each drawer comes with its original brass hourglass pulls, a...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
$1,620 Sale Price
40% Off
Pedestal Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Usa, 1955
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pedestal desk designed in 1955 by George Nelson for Herman Miller, USA. Teak wood top with two drawers underneath and polished aluminium bases.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Jens Risom Style Mid Century Half Round Walnut Executive Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom style mid century half round walnut executive desk
The desk measures: 95.5 wide x 47.75 deep x 29 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call rest...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Bodil Kjær Office Desk Table, Wood and Steel by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959.
We are proud to present our first design from a Danish designer. In this case, Danish architect, professor, and designer, Bodil Kjær. The ic...
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
$13,083 / item
Large Desk By Silvio Berrone from the Bialetti building, Omegna, Italy, 1955
Located in Brussels, BE
Large Desk By Silvio Berrone from the Bialetti building, Omegna, Italy 1955
This writing desk is designed by Silvio Berrone for the Bialetti headquarters in Omegna, the renowned pro...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Faux Leather, Glass, Wood
Small Desk 1950s
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Desk with under-top, stained beech wood and formica-covered wood top.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Formica, Beech
$672 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Desk Table Guy Lefevre Maison Jansen Black Lacquer Brass 1970s
Located in Paris, IDF
A unique Maison Jansen black lacquered desk table designed by Guy Lefevre for Maison Jansen in the mid-1970s. It features a black lacquer top with neoclassical inspired brass inlays,...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid Century MODERN Danish Teak Double-Sided DESK, 1960's
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Desk, featuring six drawers for plenty of storage, large tabletop workspace and a finished back. This desk is highlighted by dovetailed drawers, sculpt...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Italian Desk
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A wonderful mid century modern desk with a sleek design that functions in any modern day setting. If features an it's original canary yellow glass top as well as three drawers on the...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Beech, Walnut
$4,084
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.
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