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
Franco Albini 840 Stadera Wood and Steel Table for Cassina, Italy, new
By Franco Albini, Cassina
Located in Berlin, DE
Prices vary dependent on the model/finish of the table.
Table designed by Franco Albini in 1954. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. This table/writing desk, designed by Franco Albin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Steel
Joel's Console 25 Functional, Decorative Appeal, Made of Wood
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Joel's Console 25 Functional, Decorative Appeal, Made of Wood
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Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Tommi Parzinger Celadon Lacquered Desk with Signature Brass Ribbon Handles
Located in New York, NY
Tommi Parzinger attributed celadon lacquered wood angular desk, circa 1950s. Three deep drawers with signature brass pulls. Hole in top where built in lam...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Vintage Danish architectural firm by Svend & Madsen from the 1960s
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage Danish architectural firm by Svend & Madsen from the 1960s
Discover the elegance and functionality of the Vintage Danish Architectural Office, designed by Svend Aage Madsen ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
Fully renovated Czechoslovak huge writing desk, 1970´s, Central Europe
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This writing desk was made in the former Czechoslovakia in 1970s .
It features two sections with 6 drawers in total. It´s made of beech wood and plywood.
The piece is fully restore...
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood, Beech, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern Hugh Acton Style Rosewood Executive Desk
By Hugh Acton
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Hugh Acton Style Rosewood Executive Desk. Featuring a straight line design, large rectangular rosewood top, floating black metal cabinets, fl...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Metal, Chrome
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
Handcrafted Solid Oak Partners Desk Writing Desk on Wheels, circa 1960
Located in Germantown, MD
Modern comfort and Classic elegance combine in this handcrafted piece to make your house a home. Solid Red Oak. Solid handles. Plenty of storage with 5 dovetailed drawers with solid ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Oak
Exquisite Free-standing Danish Mid-Century Writing Desk by Arne Vodder, Denmark
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Voorburg, NL
Exquisite Danish Free-Standing Desk in teak. Designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Sibast Denmark in 1960s. The Desk is made of teak wood and features two sets of three drawers on ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
Set of Table & Four Chairs in the Hunting Theme Oak, France, Mid-20th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French set of a oak table and its four chairs, circa 1960.
The shape of the chairs and table are inspired by the lines of art nouveau. On the back of each chair, integrated into a fr...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Oak
Salto and Thomas Sigsgaard, KT 8324 Council Table by One Collection
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
The design duo Salto and Sigsgaard had their winning bid from the Trusteeship Council Chamber in mind when they designed an exclusive series of conference tables. The tables are designed to suit the council chair...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Steel
Mid-Century Modern Dining Table with Black Steel Frame and Sandblasted Glass Top
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Very elegant dining table that makes a clear architectural statement with its wonderfully detailed black steel frame. The top consists of two glass plates that have been sandblasted....
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Steel
Boomerang desk Model A10 by Göran Strand for Lelangs Möbelfabrik, 1960s
Located in bruxelles, BE
Wooden desk with 3 drawers with locks at the front of the desk and a hinged door with locks at the back of the desk containing a shelf. One key. Wear due to time and age of the desk....
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood
Mid-Century Italian Desk in Wood and Laminate
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful mid-century wooden desk designed and produced by a fine Italian manufacturer in the 1950s.
The desk is typically 1950s with its hard, geo...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Laminate, Wood
Joel Escalona Desk 2 Compact, Ideal for Studies, Solid Wood
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Bamboo and polished nickel desk
Located in New York, NY
Bamboo and polished nickel two drawer desk with smoked glass top.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Nickel
Paul McCobb for Calvin MCM Ebonized Mahogany Brass and White Laminate Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Calvin mid century ebonized mahogany brass and white laminate desk
Desk measures: 54.5 wide x 26 deep x 29 inches high, with a cha...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
Italian Brass and Wood Writing Desk or Dining Table with Glass Top, C 1955
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An Italian brass and wood writing desk or dining table with glass top, C 1955.
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
Modernist lacquered wood executive desk
Located in New York, NY
Modernist lacquered wood five drawer executive desk and with cantilevered top.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood
Studio Desk, designed by Vittorio Armellini, Italy Mid-20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Large desk with glass top and tabletop extension on the left side. The desk is slightly curved and offers plenty of storage space. The top is in light blue, the body is veneered in maple. The desk was designed in the mid-20th century for a studio by architect Vittorio Armellini...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood
Mid-Century Modern Extension Desk By John van Koert For Drexel Counterpoint
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning, wonderfully detailed, mid-century American desk was designed by John van Koert for Drexel's "Counterpoint" line in 1956. According to Drexel the collection was inspire...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Cherry, Mahogany
Elefante Desk 6 Optimal for Professional Use, Made of Wood
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Elefante Desk 6 Optimal for Professional Use, Made of Wood
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Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Attributed to Audoux Minet, Rattan Desk with Drawers, French, Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This unusual desk with drawers is made of bamboo, wood and rattan. This is a work attributed to famous French maker Audoux Minet, circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Elefante Desk 21 Clean Lines, Office Elegance, Made of Wood
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Elefante Desk 21 Clean Lines, Office Elegance, Made of Wood
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Charlotte Perriand Mid-Century Modern Black and Grey Cansado Table, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Charlotte Perriand, circa 1950.
Wood with formica, metal frame legs.
Provenance: Cansado, Mauritania (Africa).
In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Charlotte Perriand (1903-1999) she was born in Paris in 1903 and attended the E´cole de l'Union centrale des Arts de´coratifs from 1920-1925. Charlotte Perriand designed furniture made of anodized aluminium and chromium-plated steel, showing it at the 1927 "Salon d'Automne" in Paris.
After meeting Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand worked with him and Pierre Jeanneret until 1937. The revolutionary tubular steel furnishings and system furniture designed by the three were presented as "E´quipement de l'habitation" (home equipment) at the 1929 "Salon d'Automne," where they were widely acclaimed.
In 1930 the Union Des Artistes Modernes (UAM) was founded in Paris, a group that viewed itself as a countermovement challenging such establishment organizations as the "Salon d'Automne" and also advocated Art Deco and Modernism. From 1931 Charlotte Perriand showed her own work solo there. In 1937 Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret collaborated on designing a mountain chalet of sheet aluminium, which they showed at the "Exposition Internationale des Arts et Techniques dans la Vie Moderne" and later they came up with plans for prefab houses...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Metal
Elefante Desk 14 Elegant, Multi-Use Configuration, Asymmetrical
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Elefante Desk 14 Elegant, Multi-Use Configuration, Asymmetrical
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Elefante Desk 16 Efficient, Ergonomic Build, Made of Wood
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Elefante Desk 16 Efficient, Ergonomic Build, Made of Wood
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Elefante Desk 19 Stylish, Adapts to Any Setting, Solid Wood
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Elefante Desk 19 Stylish, Adapts to Any Setting, Solid Wood
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Mid-Century Modern Standing Desk Serving Table Bar Cart by Ico Parisi
By Ico Parisi
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous serving table with shelf below (20 x 9.75) which can be now used as a standing desk. Great design with brass inlay and sleek styling on wheels. Very well crafted. In origina...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
Outdoor Coffee Table by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Cassina, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Outdoor coffee table that invites companionship, designed for days of outdoor fun lived in the lap of comfort, surrounded by the warmth of natural wood and design elegance.
A soph...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Modern Brass Legs and Base Walnut Kneehole Writing Desk Modernist
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern brass legs and base walnut kneehole writing desk modernist. Item features unique brass base and stretcher support, beautiful wood grain, 4 dovetailed drawers, tape...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
All Solid Teak Top and Base Architectural Studio Made Partners Desk Mint!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
All Solid Teak Top And Base Architectural Studio Made Partners Desk MINT!
Superior quality Mid-Century Modern studio custom built all solid teak and rosewood architectural executive...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Rosewood, Teak
1960s Studio Craft Z-Base Dining Table / Desk After Gino Russo
By Gino Russo
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A vintage table base after wood worker Gino Russo. The exotic hardwood has a very expressive grain accentuated by hand cut and shaped biomorphic holes throughout. The design lends an...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Hardwood
Joel's Desk 10 Sleek Functionality, Multi-Purpose Use, Made of Wood
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Joel's Desk 10 Sleek Functionality, Multi-Purpose Use, Made of Wood
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Scrittoio a Tapparella in Palissandro in Stile G. Frattini - Italia - Anni '60
Located in Milano, IT
Uno scrittoio apparentemente semplice, rivela invece una dovizia nella cura dei dettagli.
costruito in Palissandro, alcune parti massello, altre impiallacciate, ricorda i modelli dis...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Italian Wooden Desk from the 60's
Located in bari, IT
Wooden desk from the measurements contained with chest of drawers, Italian, 60s.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood
Franco Albini's Mini Desk for Knoll 1970's
By Franco Albini, Knoll
Located in Milano, MI
The writing table designed by Franco Albini for Knoll consists of a chromed steel frame, a black-stained oak drawer unit that has two drawers on one side and a compartment on the oth...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Chrome
Vintage Italian Walnut and Satin Wood Desk
Located in London, GB
A superb vintage Italian walnut and satin wood desk, dating from the 1950-60’s.
It is beautifully designed and is of superb quality, standing on wonderful tapered legs with brass fe...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Satinwood, Walnut
Richard Artschwager 3 drawer walnut Pedestal Desk New York 1950s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Walnut custom narrow desk by renowned painter and sculptor, Richard Artschwager, who in 1953 designed a small collection of furniture in New York City. These pieces are sca...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
Bureau
Located in London, GB
This incredible hardwood bureau is stunningly crafted, with numerous design features elevating the craftsmanship and uniqueness of the piece. Made from exquisite hardwood, the piece ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
French Steel Desk by Paul Le Geard for Maison Jansen Edition DOM
By Paul Legeard
Located in Chicago, IL
Wonderful French steel desk by Paul Le geard.
Designed for Maison Jansen. Edition DOM.
Measures: The glass is .75" thick and in perfect condition.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Coast Table Square by Sun at Six, Sienna Minimalist Dining Table or Desk in Wood
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at Six is a contemporary furniture design studio that works with traditional Chinese joinery masters to handcraft our pieces using traditional joinery. The coast table can be use...
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2010s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Oak
Simple Modern Desk, Reclaimed Oak and Walnut
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Sorry, we are no longer offering reclaimed oak. If you like this design, please contact us for pricing on other wood species!
This simple modern desk in reclaimed oak and walnut for...
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2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Reclaimed Wood
Direk Desk by Ennio Chiggio for Nikol International, 1979
Located in Delft, NL
Direk desk by Ennio Chiggio for Nikol International, 1979.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Plywood
1960's English Regency Style Pecan Desk Console by Thomasville
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This English Regency style pecan writing desk by Thomasville would be perfect in any room. Desk, console, or entryway table to name a few. The stain / tone appears to be in the fam...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
Italian Teak Wood, Brass & Black Metal Mid-Century Modern Dining Table
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Beautiful dining table made in Italy in the 1950s. Octagonal top in teak wood with geometric design and fluted edge. Black iron legs with shaped brass feet. The table top has been re...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass, Iron
1950s Muriel Coleman Pacifica Desk Mid-Century California Palm Spring Style
By Muriel Coleman
Located in Hyattsville, MD
USA c.1952. Pacifica desk designed by Murriel Coleman for California Contemporary Co. Basket
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Steel
Stellar Italian Steel, Cane and Brass Dining or Writing Table, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous dining or writing table, circa 1970. Stunning polished stainless steel frame with a lovely cane and brass inset detail, clear glass top. An exquisite piece of jewelry desi...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass, Stainless Steel
Early Vintage Milo Baughman Architectural Cantilevered Desk for Glenn of Calif
Located in Chicago, IL
Early vintage Milo Baughman Architectural cantilevered desk for Glenn of California
c. 1950
This desk is being sold "As-is" at this time. Needs to visit a furniture repair...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
John Keal Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk
Located in Culver City, CA
This desk belongs in a museum, with perfect proportions, incredible craftsmanship, beautiful walnut woodwork and a spectacular overall design. A gem rarely seen and loved from all tr...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
Midcentury Desk by J.B. Van Sciver Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish Mid-Century Modern desk made by J.B. Van Sciver Furniture Company. Interesting design. Ample storage space, one drawer has an organizer built into it. Please confirm item loc...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Child, Student Desk manner of Jean Prove
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Buffalo, NY
Mid-Century Modern Childs ,Student Desk manner of Jean Prove,,green metal,steel painted frame.plywood desk top with grey laminate storage
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Metal
Custom Mid-Century Modern Kitchen or Dining Table, Desk, Console in Any Size
Located in Chicago, IL
This small kitchen table definitely has a Charlotte Perriand vibe to it from the 1960s. The original Perriand tables were made for the famous by the Les Trios Arcs ski resort. This s...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Large Executive Three-Drawer Desk or Writing Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice architectural Mid-Century Modern design desk or writing table.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Italian Vintage Desk in Walnut Wood, Brass and Glass
Located in Milano, IT
The beautiful desk is made in walnut wood, but the top is covered with glass plate giving the dest and elegant look. The desk features four drawers, one of which can be closed with a...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Italian Midcentury Desk/Dressing Table Attributed Carlo de Carli, Italy 1950
Located in London, GB
An Italian designed small writing desk in walnut,. Fantastic proportions on sculptural legs tapering to brass final on the feet. Two drawers with brass hardware with strawberry red g...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Brass
French 60-Year Old Elmwood Dining Table or Desk with Modern Steel Base
Located in Chicago, IL
The Elmwood top was imported from France and is reportedly about 60-years old and we were fortunate enough to be able to purchase several slabs. The Mid-Century Modern steel base, is...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Steel
Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This desk, crafted from teak wood and embodying Danish design principles from the 1960s, is a superb example of mid-century modern furniture. The desk features three drawers on each...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
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.