Modern Desks and Writing Tables
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Dos Gallos Custom Walnut Desk with Straight Legs and Pencil Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mahogany, walnut or oak custom desk with pencil drawers. Can be made any dimension. Color and finish are custom and can be contemporary or distressed.
As shown in medium walnut with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Oak, Walnut
Midnight Desk - Modern Handcrafted Black Lacquer Desk with Steel Legs
Located in London, GB
Like glittering streams of silver flowing down the shadowy contours of the night, the Midnight collection combines the beauty of metal and natural wood in one unique design, unfoldin...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Apollo Contemporary Desk in Marble and Wood
Located in London, GB
The Apollo desk is a wood and marble desk with two layers and rotating mirror making it perfect as a dressing table. Characterized by its soft curves and round shapes, Apollo is avai...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble, Metal
Cast Brass, Glass and Walnut Timber Big Crocco Desk by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Big Crocco desk belongs to the Big Crocco collection designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa.
This high end, contemporary and bespoke desk...
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2010s South African Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Vintage Custom Floating Lucite, Glass, Steel And White Lacquered 2 Drawer Desk
Located in North Miami, FL
This amazing vintage custom made sensational floating desk with 2 white lacquered drawers with chrome round pulls has a recessed glass top that floats on steel pegs around the entire...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Le Bureau de Paolo Wooden Desk with several drawers
By Sam Baron
Located in Roma, IT
Le bureau de Paolo is a desk constituted of wide variety of boxes and drawers.
These boxes have a structural function: They compose the feet of the desk to w...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Minimalist Modern Desk in Ash
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
A stylish desk for home or office. The clean look is achieved by using the drawers almost hided, and as a part of the desk’s structure, as well as cable storage under the tabletop. F...
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2010s European Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Plywood, Ash
Modernist Steel and Glass Desk, French Early-Mid 20th Century
By Le Corbusier
Located in London, GB
A sculptural statement desk in patinated black enamelled steel, with new floating frosted glass top. Le Corbusier-esque in it’S Form - a nod to both modernism and industrialism. Fren...
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Early 20th Century French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Office Nutshell by Deborah Bowmann, Belgium, 2022
By Deborah Bowmann
Located in Antwerp, BE
This piece was created by artist duo Deborah Bowmann. The table was exhibited when they did the scenography of our Art Brussels booth in 2022. Later that year, the table also became ...
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2010s Belgian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Pine Perriand Tables, French Modernism
Located in Antwerp, BE
Charlotte Perriand; French design; 1920's; Modernism
A unique collection of 10 Perriand tables. Very pretty solid pine table by the French designer Charlotte Perriand, this model was created in the 1960s for the creation of the Les arcs ski resort.
We have 10 tables with legs available and 1 extra table top without legs.
Charlotte Perriand (24 October 1903 – 27 October 1999) was a French architect and designer. Her work aimed to create functional living spaces to believe that better design helps create a better society. In her article "L'Art de Vivre" from 1981, she states "The extension of the art of dwelling is the art of living — living in harmony with man's deepest drives and with his adopted or fabricated environment." Charlotte liked to take her time in space...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Varnished teak desk, Pierre Jeanneret (1896-1967)
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Jeanneret (1896 – 1967) was a Swiss architect and designer. He studied at the École des beaux-arts in Geneva before joining his cousin, Le Corbusier, in 1925 for numerous proj...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Savignyplatz Desk by Sebastian Herkner in Solid Oak Wood
Located in Toronto, ON
The Savignyplatz in Berlin is an idyllic park and square named after jurist Friedrich Carl von Savigny. Savigny was hailed throughout Germany as the founder of modern jurisprudence a...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Elle Ecrit Office Desk by Riva 1920, Walnut Knot
By Jamie Durie
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Elle Ecrit Desk is designed with sleek, rectangular contours and enhanced functionality, featuring a central drawer flanked by two sets of side drawers. Its top includes a slidin...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Plex Table in Aluminium by Altreforme
Located in Calolziocorte (Lecco) Italy, IT
A thin aluminium sheet masterly processed bends to give shape to a table desk with neat lines and strong character.
A table with thousands facets made precious either by decorations...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Large Two Tone Bespoke Study Desk with Linoleum Top and Drawer, Customizable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
This large two-tone study desk is made with a powder-coated steel frame and a beautiful natural linoleum top made out of linseed oil. This modern minimal desk...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
The Chiquita Desk. Brazilian Solid Wood and Natural Straws.
Located in São Paulo, SP
The Chiquita writing desk features smooth and delicate lines, with 4 drawers featuring fronts made of natural wicker and brass handles that impart a nostalgic and romantic feel to th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Straw, Wood
Freestanding Reception Desk - Consierge Table in Bright Yellow by Spinzi Milano
By Spinzi
Located in Milano, IT
Freestanding Reception table , Info Desk Console for Hotel and Bars / restaurants
Contemporary console with integrated writing desk and matching stool, from the Silös collection by Spinzi.
It's been designed to offer a compact yet comfortable solution in small rooms, giving a smart solution for those who want a desk in their bedroom. Also suitable as an entryway desk...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Table Desk Writing Home Office Pink Onyx Gold Mirror Steel Modern Collectible
Located in Ancona, Marche
The table 'Bangles Desk Gold' is an important desk with structure in mirror polished stainless steel with 24 Kt gold galvanic special finish and top ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Onyx, Stainless Steel
Victor Desk by Dom Edizioni
By Dom Edizioni
Located in Milan, IT
Elegant and timeless, this desk will be a sophisticated choice for any interior. Either in an office, private study, or behind a sofa in the living room, this piece will be functiona...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Modern Minimalist Oak Leather Top Writing Desk
Located in North York, ON
Modern minimalist oak leather top writing desk. Simplistic modern styling with beautiful textured Oak woods. Finished in a distressed grey wash finish with Italian black leather writing area. This sleek modern desk...
Category
2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Oak
Rare Modernist Glass Table in the Manner of Danny Lane
By Danny Lane
Located in Forney, TX
A spectacular, Modern sculptured glass table, from the last quarter of the 20th century, in the manner of Danny Lane (United States, b.1955). This stunning table features a floating,...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass
Ideale Solid Wood Desk, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Grey Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
Aesthetics and functionality combine in the Ideale solid wood desk. A piece of high-quality craftsmanship tailor-made for everyday use as well as to furnish with style. The desk feat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Dark Ash Modern Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
The desk makes a statement with its contemporary design and unique personality. Its metal pulls in an Ember finish and figured cathedral ash construction add elegance and set it apar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
'Frejus' Wood And Steel Desk In The Style Of Eugene Printz
Located in Glendale, CA
'Frejus' Wood And Steel Desk In The Style Of Eugene Printz
Crafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de le Mesiere, who meticulously ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Vendôme Vanity / Desk
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The Vendôme vanity by Hugues Chevalier is a masterpiece of elegance and sophistication. With its distinctive curves and refined design, it embodies both modern luxury and classic Art...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Simply Modern Writing Table, 49
Located in Westwood, NJ
An elegant modern writing table with two singular leather-wrapped drawers, our Cardamon finish on the veneered frame (and handles) with panel end supports and brushed brass finish ac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Handmade Desk in Custom Engraved Leather And Steel Finishes
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This desk perfectly fulfills all the functional requirements , taking the form of leather suitcase with folding top in leather and chrome steel legs perfectly adaptable for any space...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Roll Black Desk
Located in Milan, IT
Evoking old fashioned banker's desks, the compact design of this stunningly stylish and innovative desk is rich in functional storage space. The black stained oak frame is raised on ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Ebony, Leather, Oak
ClassiCon Notos Standing Desk in Black by Thomas Kühl & Andreas Krob
Located in New York, NY
Notos is an essential object in a household or office where artistically inclined persons live and work. That is because this unprecedented, multifunctional piece of furniture transforms itself in no time into a standing desk or a note stand...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Plywood
Italian Direction's Desk by Roberto Danesi for Maison Frezza
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
Italian Direction's Desk by Roberto Danesi for Maison Frezza
Indulge in luxury and refinement with this exceptional desk set designed by the renowned Italian designer Roberto Danesi...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Table Desk Writing Home Office Orange Onyx Mirror Steel Contemporary Collectible
Located in Ancona, Marche
The 'Bangles Desk' is an important desk with structure in mirror polished stainless steel and top in rare orange onyx.
Dimensions are customizable. Every single bangle is welded and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Onyx, Stainless Steel
Desk or Writing Table Crystal Glass Origami Design Collectible Made in Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
The desk 'Origami' is made of extra-clear crystal glass. Each sheet of extra-clear crystal glass is cut and ground with extreme precision, then the sheets are assembled by hand, havi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Crystal
Void 03 by DMNTS Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Void 03 by DMNTS Design
Dimensions: 42 x 39 x 50 cm
Materials: Quercus suber cork
Unique Piece
Also available in set of two
Void 03 is a multipurpose object based on the ana...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Cork
Contemporary Gaby Gradient Desk by Chapel Petrassi
Located in Geneve, CH
Gaby gradient desk by Chapel Petrassi
Dimensions: 125 x 80 x 75 cm
Materials: Polished Aluminium, Tailor made HPL laminate
Chapel Petrassi is a contemporary design and manufacturing company based in Paris and Naples founded by designers Marie-Charlotte Bassi and Diego Petroso specialized in handcrafted furniture and custom projects for residential, commercial and galleries.
The duo met in Rome, Italy while studying, in Art and Literature for Marie-Charlotte and at Academy of Fine Arts for Diego. In 2011 after their studies, the duo travel to Europe for various projects and artistic residencies, including the American Academy in Rome in 2014. These experiences and the meetings generated aroused a curiosity and a great desire to undertake and build a project together. This common desire has naturally materialized in the design and production of contemporary furniture.
Chapel Petrassi is define by its fusion of craftsmanship and art fields with the high sense to detail. Its designs are the result of a permanent mix of different visual codes drawn from contemporary languages and youth culture.
Chapel Petrassi was finalist at AD Design Award in Berlin in 2016 and awarded at ICFF Studio 2019 in New York presenting its innovative designs and unique concepts, the emerging brand was established as a leading talent in the industry. Chapel Petrassi exhibited its collection at 15th Architecture Biennale, Venice in 2016, Design Museum of Helsinki in 2016, FuoriSalone in Milan in 2016, 2017 and 2018, Galerie Le French Design by VIA, Paris in 2019, Jacob K...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Brera Desk
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the Elementare collection, this desk strikes a clean-lined rectangular silhouette made of stained oak with a matte two-tone finish, featuring a top blotter of stained cork in...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak, Glass, Cork
21st Century by Arch.K.Hacke Marble Table/Desk with wood lacquered Drawers
Located in massa, IT
Marble table/desk "Hacke S" with wood lacquered drawers designed by K.Hacke
Size: cm. 200 x 88 x 75 H.
Materials: White Carrara - Black Marquinia - Calacatta - Imperial Bardiglio
Des...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble
Modern Console Table Desk with Caned Sides by Costantini, Gianni 'In Stock'
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Gianni Table can be used as a console or desk and features a solid frame with caned sides. Shown in natural cherry.
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Cane, Wood
ClassiCon Orcus Home Desk in Walnut by Konstantin Grcic
Located in New York, NY
Orcus desk in walnut by Konstantin Grcic. Secretary desk in MDF and plywood, veneered, drop-flap writing surface, 4 drawers, secret compartment, storage spa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Plywood
Italian Desk With Metal Structure And Custom Leather & Wood Colors
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This office desk is perfect for both home offices and commercial workspaces. Sleek and geometric, the cylinder-shaped top features a drawer and two open compartments on each side. B...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Table Desk Writing Home Office Grey Marble Top Mirror Steel Modern Collectible
Located in Ancona, Marche
The table 'Gallio' is an important desk with structure in mirror polished stainless steel and top in grey Versylis marble. The structure is inspired by a formation of crystals of Gal...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble, Stainless Steel
Oslo Belmont Desk by Studio Moe in American Ash
Located in Portland, OR
Combining utility with elegance, this desk is a graceful statement in any home or office. Our handcrafted dovetailed drawers and elegant joinery unite, making sitting down...
Category
2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Ash
Modern Minimalist Home Office Writing Desk Satinwood & Brushed Stainless Steel
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
The Writing Home Desk Convex is made to last for generations and features exquisite wood veneers that beautifully balance simplicity in form.
Tabletop: Satinwood and glass.
Legs: Br...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Steel, Cut Steel, Stainless Steel
Modern Leather and Metal Belgian Desk
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
This Belgian Leather Desk is a seamless blend of craftsmanship and modern minimalism. The desk features a vegetable-tanned leather top, meticulously inlaid on a sleek steel base. The...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Desk Table Home Office Pink Onyx Mirror Polished Steel Collectible Design Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
The 'Bangles Desk' is an important desk with structure in mirror polished stainless steel and top in rare pink onyx. Every single bangle is welded and highly polished by hand. The mi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Onyx, Stainless Steel
Large Customisable Study Desk with Modesty Panel and Two Drawers
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
This large beetroot color study desk is made with a powder coated steel frame and a beautiful natural linoleum top made out of linseed oil. This modern minimal desk has two steel dra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Desk or Writing Table Glass Crystal Geometric Shape Collectible Design Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
The desk 'Origami' is made of extra-clear crystal glass. Each sheet of extra-clear crystal glass is cut and ground with extreme precision, then the sheets are assembled by hand, havi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass
21st Century Elena Salmistraro Table Polyurethane Travertino Glossy Legs Isotopo
Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT
Isotopo table design by Elena Salmistraro, product by Scapin Collezioni
Limited Edition
A vibrant round top is combined with a sculptural base made of three rounded conical supports...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble
Writing Desk in Solid English Walnut, Design No 5. By Jonathan Field
Located in London, GB
English walnut desk, design no.5, 2019.
This Desk was shown by the Connaught Brown Gallery of London at the TEFAF art fair in Maastricht and the Masterpiece Fair in London in 2019.
...
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Early 2000s English Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Hans J. Wegner Model PP 312 Ash Wood Writing Desk, Designed for PP Møbler, 1980'
Located in Kastrup, DK
Hans J. Wegner desk, model PP 312, designed for PP Møbler in 1981. Crafted from solid ash wood, this desk features an elegant and functional design that reflects superior craftsmansh...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Ash
ClassiCon Pegasus Desk Front/back clad solid walnut by IF Group & Tilla Goldberg
Located in New York, NY
The Pegasus Home Desk is a small, ingeniously conceived home workplace that provides space for the digital devices that have long since become part of our everyday lives. A well-desi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather
Iconoclast Solid Wood Pedestal Desk by Izm Design
By Izm Design
Located in Edmonton, Alberta
Make a statement with this power desk. The pedestal base allows your chair to be positioned wherever you need with ample leg room.
This piece in the main photo is ready to ship, smo...
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2010s Canadian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Arch Study Desk By André Fu Living
By André Fu
Located in Admiralty, HK
inspired by the graceful curves of architectural arches, the arch bedside cabinet captures the essence of architectural beauty in a functional piece of furniture. with a captivating ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Jacques Pearl Grey Dining Table in Bird's Eye Maple by Fred&Juul
By Fred&Juul
Located in Fiesole, Florence
Designed with the aim to find the perfect balance between clean lines and warm texture. Consisting of 5 rounded, 50 mm thick slats with bird’s eye maple veneer, the dining or coffee ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Maple, Birdseye Maple
Modern White Lacquered Executive Desk
Located in North York, ON
Modern white Lacquered executive desk. Timeless Art Deco inspired design lacquered in a designer finish with oil rubbed bronze hardware and execut...
Category
2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
21st Cent. Elena Salmistraro Table Polyurethane Red Levanto Marble Top Mat Base
Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT
Isotopo table design by Elena Salmistraro, product by Scapin Collezioni
Limited Edition
A vibrant round top is combined with a sculptural base made of three rounded conical supports...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble
Valeo Meeting Table by Fuciglietti Engineering
Located in Milan, IT
Designed for presidential offices, this desk's large scale conveys a sense of importance. The soft lines of its rope-colored leather desktop contrast the sharp edges of its dark Canaletto-walnut legs, making it extremely modern, sophisticated and visually striking. Central drawer. Front modesty panel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Desk for two by Luisa & Ico Parisi, 1968
Located in Berlin, DE
This unique desk for two people sitting opposite each other was designed by Luisa & Ico Parisi in 1968 and manufactured by Brugnoli Mobili Cantú.
It is a unique piece, the table was ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Aimo Writing Desk by Daytona
By Daytona
Located in Milan, IT
Clean lines and a unique shape are the characterizing aspects of the Aimo writing desk. With a structure in a satin brass finish, a base section in smoke gloss lacquered plywood and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Modern desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique 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, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used 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 Marco Zanuso Jr., Finn Juhl, Greenapple, and Elena Salmistraro. 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 $205 and tops out at $76,270 while the average work can sell for $6,480.