Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Scandinavian design and Nordic design originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Model "Paletti" Desk, Olavi Hänninen, Huonekalu Mikko Nupponen, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model "Paletti" desk, design Olavi Hänninen, manufactured by Huonekalu Mikko Nupponen, 1960s. Teak. Faux leather writing platform. A total of six drawers. The top left drawer can be ...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Teak Mid Century Danish Modern Double Sided Desk or Console Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple modern Scandinavian design from Denmark circa 1970's. This desk features all teak wood construction that is double sided to be used in the middle of a room. Sleek minimalist...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Modern Desk by Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful desk by Ole Wanscher, made in rosewood with lively woodgrain, elegant brass handles. Practical extension leaves on both sides above the drawers on the sides. On the back of...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Flip-Top Partners Teak Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Original condition, unrestored, cleaned and re-oiled.
Teak partner style desk designed and crafted by Peter Løvig Nielsen in Denmark, dated 1973. Ingenious design makes it versatile...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Severin Hansen Mid-Century Rosewood Desk, Model 36
Located in Kastrup, DK
Iconic desk, model 36, designed by Severin Hansen and produced by Haslev Møbelfabrik in 1958.
Crafted in veneered and solid Rosewood – an exclusive wood known for its deep color and ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Danish Mid Century Teak Secretaire / Secretary Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish secretary desk, circa 1960s. Teak veneer with lovely grain match-up. Chest of drawers with sleek handles, open cubby, and pull-out work surface!
An unrestored item with ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mirror, Teak
Kugge 52 Flower Pot from Ringvide, Pine, Natural or Pigmented Oil, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
Kugge flower pot
We are all a cog in the machinery of life, let us strive to be a force that lifts and does not lower.
The top of the pot resembles the shape of a gear wheel...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Desk by Severin Hansen for Haslev Møbler 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Freestanding desk, mod. 36 by Severin Hansen Jr. for Haslev Møbelsnedkeri, Denmark 1960s. Made in dark wood. Beautiful wood graining. Elegant shape with four drawers in front.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Hans J. Wegner "JH 810” oak desk, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large freestanding desk in oak by Hans J. Wegner. Produced by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1970s. Signed.
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Borge Mogensen Desk & Chair Oak Soborg Mobler Denmark 1954 Writing Table
Located in Basel, BS
Børge Mogensen desk, model 132 for Søborg Møbelfabrik.
The writing desk was first published in the 1954 Søborg catalogue, the here offered model w...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Swedish Modern Desk by Master Carpenter Hjalmar Jackson, Sweden, 1938
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful small desk, built by master carpenter Hjalmar Jackson. Made from rosewood with elegant inlayed lines of lighter wood.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Scandinavian Teak Desk by Nanna Ditzel Søren Willardsen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Teak Desk by Nanna Ditzel
Søren Willardsen, Denmark
Teak desk with three drawers by Nanna Ditzel. The desk has a particularly beautiful grain.
Designer
Nanna Ditzel
Manufacture...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Bon Coffee Table from Ringvide, Pine Wood, Glass Top, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
Bon coffee table
Since the dawn of man, the fireplace has played a central role in gatherings. Everything was based on some collected burning logs. Here people gathered to prepare ...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Smoked Glass, Pine
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Executive Desk or Writing Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful and simply designed teak desk from Scandinavia circa 1970's. It features teak construction with finished back. Clean & ready to use condition. No drawer keys present but ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Weave Desk from Ringvide, Birch Wood, natural oil, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
Weave Desk
Birch desk, made of solid birchwood and birchveneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the desk serves as a great example of Scandinavian cont...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch, Oak
Executive Desk with Floating Top in Teak Near Mint Condition, Denmark 1960s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very beautiful designed executive desks In the style of Gunni Omann's Model 75 and Kai Kristiansen's Model 60. Classic Made of solid and veneered teak. The desk features a desk top t...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Børge Mogensen Teak 'Partners' Desk for AB Karl Andersson, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful Børge Mogensen teak "partner's" desk from the second half of the 20th century, a two part desk that can be used as console tables, label marked, partially worn, marks, stai...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Alvar Aalto Desk by Artek 1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek writing table with drawers, birch with cream linoleum. The desk is from around the 1960s and in good used condition. Designer Alvar Aalto.
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch
Erik Risager Hansen Oak Writing Desk, c1950s
Located in London, England
Erik Risager Hansen - Model 66 Writing Desk
This exquisitely made desk from Severin Hansen Jnr. under his full name of Erik Risager-Hansen was produced by Haslev Mobelsnedkeri in th...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Midcentury Danish Modern Drop Front Desk in Teak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek modern desk from Denmark, circa 1960s. It features all teak wood construction with drop Front Design. Very good vintage condition.
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Large Rectangular Mid Century Danish Modern Parsons Dining Table in Exotic Woods
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large and beautifully grained exotic hardwoods dining from Denmark circa 1970's. Its features a large classic Parsons design form. It has one 20 inch extension leaf as shown. The m...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood, Birch, Oak
Nanna Ditzel ND93 Vintage Danish Rosewood Desk 1950s
Located in London, England
This iconic writing desk was designed by Nanna Ditzel and produced by master cabinetmaker Søren Willadsen in Vejen, Denmark in 1955. It remains one of Ditzel's most sought after and ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Frits Henningsen 1940s Danish Mahogany Desk
Located in London, England
Frits Henningsen - Mahogany Writing Desk, 1940s
Rarely seen design from master cabinetmaker of the early Danish Modern period: Frits Henningsen. Henningsen produced all of his desig...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
"Brenne" Bean-shaped Burl Wood Desk by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The design continuum continues to evolve in this artistic luxury piece. The iconic kidney shape first appeared as a writing desk or dressing table during the Louis XV period of 16th ...
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2010s Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Burl
"Armand" Angular Burl Wood Desk by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The first ready-to-assemble desk from Lemieux et Cie features angular cut corners and ample surface space for use as a table, console or vanity. A singl...
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2010s Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Burl
Antique Swedish Grace Desk by Otto Wretling in Pine with Hand Carved Decor
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish Grace desk by Otto Wretling made in northern Sweden around 1915. The desk has a frame in pine with a hand carved decor which makes the surface animated and unique. Tw...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Rolf Thies Unique Free-Standing Desk in Cognac Leather and Marble
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rolf Thies for Nordiska Kompaniet, free-standing custom-made writing or office desk, leather, marble, Sweden, circa 1965
This refined desk was designed by Swedish architect Rolf Th...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble
Freestanding Desk in Solid Oak, by a Danish Cabinetmaker, Mid-Century, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A refined mid-century freestanding desk in solid oak and with brass handles. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in 1950s.
Nice lines for this perfect office desk. Overall a great impression...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Desk, Denmark 1950s
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Desk,
Model 310 for Søborg Møbler
Denmark 1950s
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Svend Åge Madsen Sled Legs Teak Desk 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Freestanding teak desk by Svend Åge Madsen for HP Hansen Denmark 1960s. With 3 drawers each site, sled legs and front with book compartment. Key incl.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Writing Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish desk, circa 1960's. Unique 5 legged design with metal pulls and a bank of drawers that all lock at the same time from the top! Finished on bot...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Bernt Petersen Danish 1950s Mahogany Desk
Located in London, England
Bernt Petersen Mahogany Writing Desk, circa 1950s
An exceptional 4-drawer desk from Danish designer Bernt Petersen and made by master cabinetmakers Rud Rasmussen. The legs, drawer f...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Danish Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Teak Desk, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Teak Desk, 1950s.
Rare and early freestanding Scandinavian Modern boomerang teak writing desk made in Denmark in the early 1950s. Asymmetrical...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Gunni Omann Rosewood Desk
By Gunni Omann
Located in Uccle, BE
Measurements for the kneehold:
Height from floor is 67cm (26.4 inches), Width 63cm (24.8 inches), Depth 46cm (18 inches).
There are 2 niches in the back that measures 11 inches wide...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
$5,918 Sale Price
28% Off
Sven Langkilde 1960s Danish Mahogany Desk
Located in London, England
Sven Langkilde - Rare Mahogany Desk
This delightful and sophisticated desk was made in highly limited quantities by Danish designer Sven Langkilde and produced by his own company La...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Early Bodil Kjær Executive Desk, Model 901 — E. Pedersen & Søn, Denmark, 1959
Located in Oakland, CA
Iconic freestanding executive desk designed by architect and professor Bodil Kjær. Model 901, manufactured by E. Pedersen & Søn in Denmark in 1959. Constructed of Brazilian rosewood,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Executive Free Standing Desk in the Style of Bodil Kjær, 1960
By Bodil Kjaer
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Executive Free Standing Desk in the Style of Bodil Kjær, Denmark, 1960s
Striking and architectural, this exceptional mid-century executive desk was crafted in Den...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Rosewood Desk
Located in London, England
An exquisite Danish cabinetmaker made desk in stunning rosewood dated to the early 1950s. This elegant desk exhibits the finest cabinetmaking techniques with subtle mouldings on the ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
"Hunting table" desk or dining table by Børge Mogensen, Søborg Denmark
Located in Hägersten, SE
"Hunitng table" designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced in Denmark by Søborg Furniture. Solid oak legs with teak feet. Brass runners and table top in teak. Works perfectly as either a d...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Alvar Aalto Rare Writing Table from Otaniemi Technical University, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare writing table, designed by Alvar Aalto, 1960s. Birch with linoleum table top. Later modified with the reading lamp. The writing table is from the Otaniemi Technical University. ...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
$5,927 Sale Price
20% Off
Table, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Table, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1950s. Birch frame, linoleum table top. Good vintage condition, patina and minor wear consisten...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch
Swedish Grace Elmroot Table, Circa 1940s
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish Grace, elm, elm root and ebonized table or desk by Erik Chambert, with a rectangular top raised on rectangular supports with leaf-tip carving and carved scrolled feet.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Elm
Swedish light birch desk by Carl Malmsten for Åfors, 1940s
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage light birch desk designed by Carl Malmsten for Åfors, with three front drawers and tapered legs.
Rare model by the Swedish design master, with original manufacturer's stamp.
...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch
1960s Hans Wegner Desk, steel legs and frame, oak top and drawers
Located in London, GB
Hans Wegner Desk with chromed steel legs and frame, oak top and drawer cabinets. Front with six drawers and two pull-out leaves. Made by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen, 1960–1970's. H....
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$6,201 Sale Price
40% Off
Midcentury Modern Mahogany Desk by Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking desk by Ole Wanscher, made in mahogany with table top dressed in black leather. Very elegant lines and sophisticated details. Brass hoops for pulling out extensions on the s...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Erik Risager-Hansen Danish Rosewood Desk, c1960s
Located in London, England
Erik Risager-Hansen - Writing Desk, c1960s
Rarely seen desk produced by Haslev Mobelsnedkeri in Denmark and designed by Danish master Erik Risager-Hansen (also known as Severin Hans...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Severin Hansen Model 36 Teak Desk for Haslev, Denmark, Circa 1950s
Located in Peabody, MA
A teak desk, Model 36, designed by Severin Hansen for Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, circa late 1950s. Hansen's furniture designs are distinctively recognizable for their sleek profiles with ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Peter Løvig Nielsen boomerang writing desk in teak Løvig Denmark 1960
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
This striking boomerang-shaped writing desk was designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen and produced by Løvig in Denmark circa 1960. A quintessential example of Danish modern design, the des...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Nanna Ditzel Desk Rio Rosewood Søren Willadsen 1958 Denmark Table Modern Cites
Located in Munster, NRW
This elegant design by Nanna & Jørgen Ditzel by Søren Willadsen serves as a desk, a writing table, library table, or even a console table in a large space.
The spare, minimal form ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Vintage Teak Writing Desk By Peter Hvidt for John Stuart
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A vintage writing desk crafted in teak with metal legs featuring a single bay with 4 pull out drawers and an additional pull-out writing surface with glass top.
Designer: Peter Hvi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
"Corall" Dining Table/Desk, Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant 1930s library / dining table or desk by Axel Einar Hjorth, from the “Corall” series. Clean, compact lines. Made from birch with darker wood inlays and details.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birch
1950s Danish Writing Desk by Helmut Magg — Restored Design Classic
By Helmut Magg
Located in Las Vegas, NV
1950s Danish Writing Desk by Helmut Magg — Restored Design Classic
This elegant lady's writing desk, designed by Helmut Magg and produced by the Neue Gemeinschaft für Wohnkultur (WK ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Severin Hansen Model 36 Oak Desk - New Edition
Located in London, England
The iconic Model 36 desk from Danish designer Severin Hansen was designed in 1958 and exhibited at the annual Cabinetmaker’s Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen in...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
$11,409 / item
Desk, Wooden Nails, Well-Crafted, Scandinavian / Mid-Century Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
Well-crafted desk with two drawers with dovetail joints and legs attached with wooden nails. Great wrokmanship, Scandinavian Modern, mid-1900s.
The desk is beautiful from all side...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Walnut Wood Brass and Glass Writing Desk Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern desk writing table, with glass top and beautiful shape of the side and back, where we find the maker's details, Andrea Macchi fu Giosue in Gal...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen Rare ‘Architect’s Desk’ in Teak and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, writing desk, model 'JH571', teak, oak, metal, Denmark, 1953
Out of all the desks that Wegner designed, the ‘JH571‘ is the most 'Wegnerian'. This...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Iconic Danish Midcentury Rosewood Dining Table
Located in London, GB
This table is 190cm long when extended and 140cm long when butterfly extension leaf is folded under the table top. All surfaces have been lightly sanded to even out any variation in colour between the main halves and the extension leaf. All surfaces have then been re-lacquered to make water resistant.
This table has been attributed by some sellers on 1stdibs and some experts to Helge Vestergaard Jensen. I have in my possession both the table documented as designed by Helge Vestergaard Jensen (not for sale in this listing) and, obviously, this table for sale here in this listing. The design and construction are significantly different.
I have seen this design with a label from H Sigh and Sonner...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Hardwood
$13,280 Sale Price
40% Off
Elegant Mid-Century Desk Designed by Severin Hansen Jr. 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
This desk is an iconic example of Danish midcentury design, created by the talented designer Severin Hansen and manufactured by the renowned Haslev Møbelfabrik in the 1950s. The desk...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Hans Wegner Danish Oak AT-305 Desk, 1953
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner - Model 305 desk, 1953
Oak desk from Danish icon Hans Wegner produced by master-cabinetmaker Ejner Pedersen for his company PP Mobler c1970s. The whole desk including le...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Danish Modern Desk by Ernst Kühn, Lysberg, Hansen & Therp, Danmark, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Danish Modern desk by Ernst Kühn, made from mahogany with unusual lines and proportions. Hidden handles for the drawers make them easy to pull out, the key is missing.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Scandinavian Modern desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian 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, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern desks and writing tables made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark 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 Éric Gizard, Børge Mogensen, Hans J. Wegner, and Arne Vodder. 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 $458 and tops out at $90,000 while the average work can sell for $4,800.
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