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
Duotone Metal Desk by Marko, Blue and Gray, Two Drawers
By Friso Kramer, Marko
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking example of industrial design, this duotone metal desk by Marko features a distinctive blue and gray finish that embodies mid-century utilitarian aesthetics. With its robus...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Metal
Mid Century White Steel Tanker Des w/ Formica Top by Globe-Wernicke
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Atomic age white painted steel tanker desk features a wood grain Formica top, 2 pull-out work tables, and a center drawer with 5 side drawers. The de...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Writing Desk by Stanley
Located in Trenton, NJ
Presented here is a mid-century writing desk by Stanley Furniture, crafted in walnut veneer with a practical faux wood laminate top. Dating from the 1960s, this piece exemplifies the...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood
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
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Desk Writing Table with Drawers, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful desk writing table with three drawers in bamboo, rattan and wicker in the style of Dal Vera.
Made in Italy in the 1970s.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Versatile Mid Century Walnut Writing Desk Dining Table 1960s
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A versatile Mid century walnut kitchen, dining table or writing desk. Book matched top with solid legs. The top and legs are in superb condition and almost look new. The underside an...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
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
Coen de Vries Petite Writing Desk, 1954
By Devo, Coen de Vries
Located in Dronten, NL
Beautiful designed, original Mid-Century Modern petite writing desk with black dye birch X-base, red dye birch drawer and a formica top. Coen de Vries is among the Dutch pioneers of ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Formica, Birch
Petit Bureau En Forme De Libre, by Charlotte Perriand for 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
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Danish Modern Roll Top Desk, Dresser or Cabinet in Teak
By Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine looking roll top Scandinavian desk made in the 1970s. It features beautiful teak wood and plenty of storage space.
In the style of: Finn Juhl or Arne Vodder.
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
Doge Large Dining Table by Carlo Scarpa for Cassina
By Carlo Scarpa, Cassina
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
$18,354 / item
Cabinet with writing desk 'Bauletto' production Saporiti, design by Giovanni Offredi
Located in Milano, IT
Chest of drawers with sliding door top for rolling up, pull-out top that can be used as a writing desk, one drawer and internal storage compartments, four drawers. Metal handles and ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Desk in Hardwood and Marble by Novo Rumo, c. 1960s
By Tora Brasil 1
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in NYC metro area included, this Mid Century Modern Desk in Hardwood and Marble by Tora Brasil made in the 1960s is nothing less than gorgeou...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble, Metal
$9,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Danish Teak Desk
Located in Baltimore, MD
Beautiful remarkable statement in design and craftsmanship. This mid-century teak Danish desk, precisely crafted in exceptional teak grain wood, with a fully finished back the finish...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
Italian Desk, 1950s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian desk, 1950s.
Dimensions: H= 80 cm; W= 153 cm; D= 66 cm.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
$2,486
Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Sculptural Desk or Dining Table for Cassina, new
Located in Berlin, DE
Price is dependent on the chosen material. Available in black stained oak or natural oak. A multifunctional table with a revolutionary design, whose shape and use are uniquely differ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Kazuhide Takahama Antella multi-functional Table for Cassina, new
Located in Berlin, DE
Price is dependent on the chosen material/ color. Available in matte or glossy.
Japanese architect Kazuhide Takahama designed Antella as a truly multi-functional piece of furniture...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Plywood, Lacquer
Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Rosewood Executive Desk
By Gayeski Furniture Coordinates
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This exquisite mid-century rosewood desk, crafted by Gayeski Furniture Coordinates, Inc. in Panama City, Florida during the 1970s, is a true testament to timeless design and craftsma...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Gio Ponti Teak and Brass Desk Designed for the BNL Offices, ISA Bergamo, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo, Gio Ponti
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
Bernhardt Pedersen Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Roll Top Desk
Located in Plainview, NY
A rare Bernhardt Pedersen & Son Danish Mid Century Modern roll top writing desk crafted from beautifully grained rosewood, the desk emanates a warm and inviting aura, drawing attenti...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
$2,888 Sale Price
24% Off
David Parmelee for Founders Staved Rosewood X-Form Desk or Table, Circa 1970s
Located in Peabody, MA
Mid-century modern writing desk featuring a staved rosewood top over an X-form chrome base, designed by Dave Parmelee for Founders Furniture, circa 1970s.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Rio Table, by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
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
Materials
Marble
$22,350 / item
Gallotti and Radice Glass President Desk Italy suits Hollywood Recency interior
Located in Dronten, NL
President Desk made of safety glass with a stainless steel frame.
Originally designed by Gallotti & Radice in 1971, this piece is made circa 1988.
Marked with label.
Gallotti & Rad...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Osvaldo Borsani Desk for Tecno Milano, Italy 1950
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Wilnis, UT
Beautiful large executive desk designed by Osvaldo Borsani, manufactured by Tecno Milano in Italy, circa 1950.
This eye-catching desk has a unique design with the integrated drawer ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Light Danish Desk, Denmark 1950's
Located in New York, NY
A bleached Teak desk with exposed joinery finished on all sides. Clearance under apron 24”.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
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
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Gae Aulenti for Zanotta "Gaetano" Writing Table, Italy 1970s
By Gae Aulenti, Zanotta
Located in Naples, IT
Gaetano work table by Gae Aulenti for Zanotta with original glass top supported by two folding trestles in black and red enamelled metal.
Timeless object. With its dry and essential ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Mastercraft Mid Century Brass Leather Top Campaign Style Desk
By Mastercraft
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic mid century desk crafted in brass in a sleek, now classic modern form, featuring a tooled leather top, three drawers on a case with stylized campaign hardware, a base with elega...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
Coast Table Square, Minimalist Dining Table or Desk
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
The square version of the Coast Table – we’ve tried to create a quiet, humble table, with the beauty in its details. With this piece, we tried to emphasize the quality and character ...
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2010s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Oak
1940's Traditional style 9 Drawer Mahogany Writing Desk
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1940's Traditional style 9 Drawer Mahogany Writing Desk. Finished all the way around and can be placed to show the whole.
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
$2,380 Sale Price
20% Off
Modernist Patchwork Burl Executive Desk By Paul Evans Cityscape For Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This impressive modernist executive desk, model number PE 400, designed by Paul Evans circa 1975, showcases the brilliant burl wood patchwork design of the designers last series City...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Desk by Domino Møbler
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century Danish teak desk manufactured by Domino Møbler. Sweet little desk with a rectangular shaped desk top. Long squared teak legs support the desk. On the right-hand side is a...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood, Teak
George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller, 1960s
The Top has a very floating appearance.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Diminutive Gio Ponti for Schirolli Stained Mahogany and Laminate Writing Table
By Gio Ponti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Small writing table/student desk in stained mahogany with attractive mint green laminate surface by Gio Ponti for Schirolli (ca. 1950, Italy).
Stylish piece with modernist details in...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Laminate, Mahogany
Joaquim Tenreiro, Writing Desk in Rosewood for Bloch Editores, 1960s, Brazil
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Joaquim Tenreiro / Writing Desk
Rosewood, Glass / Brazil, 1966
From The Bloch Editores Offices
Designed in 1966 for Bloch Editores, this rosewood desk combines clean rectangular lin...
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
Danish Modern Floating Top Teak Desk by G.V. Møbler
By G.V. Møbler
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful Danish modern floating top teak desk manufactured by G.V. Møbler in Denmark, circa 1960s. This desk has an innovative design where you can appreciate the fine attention to ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s.
High-end freestanding executive teak writing table by Danish master carpenter Vald...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Italian Small Writing Desk Black Lacquer, Brass by Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Salzburg, AT
Small desk by Silvio Cavatorta, Italy, 1950s.
Re-painted in black high-gloss lacquer.
Stainless steel base powder-coated in black, fine brass details.
Height-adjustable foot sections...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Saporiti Italia Executive Desk
By Saporiti
Located in Denton, TX
Saporiti Italia Exotic Burl wood & leather executive desk. A combination of straight and curved lines with Burl wood base and top accented with brown leather edge and work surface. C...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Metal
Clean Lined Chrome Mid Century Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Mid Century Chrome Desk, in the style of Florence Knoll, American, circa 1960s.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Danish Art Nouveau, Handcrafted Dressing Table / Desk in Pine, Early 20th C
Located in Odense, DK
This elegant Danish Art Nouveau dressing table or writing desk, handcrafted in the early 20th century, showcases the refined craftsmanship of a Danish cabinetmaker. Constructed from ...
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Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Tan Leather Top Faux Bamboo 56" Wide Desk Drexel MINT!
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Tan Leather Top Faux Bamboo 56" Wide Desk Drexel MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Customized Mid-Century Modern Desk by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern L-shaped designed desk by Danish-American furniture designer Jens Risom. Teak wood with an under right side connected extension.
Customized by French artist Fabie...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Resin, Lacquer, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Teak Desk from Asko Finland, 1960s
By Asko
Located in Hamburg, DE
Very rare desk from the finnish manufacturer Asko.
A minimalist design that is particularly impressive with its straight lines. The rectangular table top is veneered in teak. The si...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak, Walnut
Mid-Century Italian Carved Wood Writing Desk Console Table with Leather Chair
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian carved desk writing table with elevated upper shelf and drawer section, with beautiful carved legs and sides, completed by the...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Lugano Desk, Ice Jade Marble, Brass, Leather, by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Lugano Desk, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Lugano desk features a rectangular shaped top, crafted from polished Ice Jade marble, with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Onyx, Quartz, Marble, Travertine, Brass, Stainless Steel
Mid Century Saarinen for Johnson Furniture Drop Side Desk c. 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Chic mid century desk designed by Eero Saarinen for the John Stuart Furniture Company, circa 1950's. This stylish desk features a rectangular top, with a drop side leaf, which can b...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Aluminum
Mid Century Modern Danish Teakwood Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen ca. 1970s
Located in Shippensburg, PA
DANISH MODERN PETER LØVIG NIELSEN TEAKWOOD FLIP-TOP WRITING DESK
Denmark, circa 1970s
Item # 405XLG28A
This brilliant desk was designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen and originally was off...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Executive Desk 207 by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Mid-Century Modern executive desk 207.
Design by Arne Vodder for Sibast Denmark.
Striking Danish design from the 1960s.
Solid teak base with three original drawe...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
Small Black Bamboo Desk Vivai del Sud Italia 1970s Black Crystal Top
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Small black bamboo Ddesk Vivai del Sud Italia 1970s Black crystal top.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Crystal
$1,776 Sale Price
40% Off
Mid-Century Modern Oval Dining Table or Desk by Florence Knoll in Carrara Marble
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An elegant executive table designed by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll. It features a beautiful polished white & gray Carrara marble top and a chrome-plated star base. This was ...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Marble, Chrome
20th Century Grey Italian Brutalist Galvanized Metal Writing Desk, Office Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A silver-grey, vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian Brutalist writing, office desk made of hand crafted galvanized metal, designed by an unknown artist from Milan, in good condition. T...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
$18,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Executive Desk by Mauser, Veneered Wood, Chromed Metal Germany, 1960
By Mauser Werke
Located in Berlin, DE
Mid-Century Executive Desk in walnut veneered wood and chrome plated metal. From the "Chefbüro Mauser-Programm" by Mauser-Werke Waldeck, Germany, c. 1960
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Metal, Chrome
Michael Boyer, Directeur, Minimalist Modern Desk, France, C. 1970
By Michel Boyer
Located in New York, NY
A seam of aluminum traverses the continuous surface of rich mahogany which contrasts with the white laminate underneath. With manufacturer's label DESSIN Michel BOYER mobilier nation...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
George Nelson by Herman Miller Laminated Aluminum Design 1950s Rare Desk
Located in Brescia, IT
Modernist Desk
George Nelson by Hermann Miller
1950
Laminated wood, aluminum base
Rare model.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Danish Wooden Desk, 1960s Design
Located in Argelato, BO
Refined Mid-Century writing desk in Danish teak wood, very comfortable and versatile thanks to a comfortable top, two spacious front drawers and a bookcase niche positioned at the en...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Important Vintage Pierre Chapo Desk, Model B40, in Solid Elm, 1980
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Really large desk design by Pierre Chapo and produced in 1980. This desk B40 is made in solid Elm and is the largest version of the model. In situ picture and more details regarding ...
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1980s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Elm
Doge Large Dining Table by Carlo Scarpa for Cassina
By Carlo Scarpa, Cassina
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
$24,274 / item
Unique stainless steel desk, Anonymous French production from the 80s
Located in Marseille, FR
Unique anonymous desk designed and made in France, near Limoges, circa 1980. Made from stainless steel, solid oak wood and glass, designed with clean lines and robust construction, i...
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1980s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Stainless Steel
Beautifully Tailored French Desk in Black Lacquer with Brass Pulls 1940s
Located in New York, NY
Elegant desk, gently curving 2 tier design in black lacquer with drawers on the right side with brass pulls and pull-out tray, France 1940's. The curved form and clean lines of this ...
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
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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