Limed Desks and Writing Tables

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Technique: Limed

Mid-Century Modern Mengel Limed & Cerused Oak Telephone Bench by Raymond Lowey

$2,995

Mid-Century Modern Mengel Limed & Cerused Oak Telephone Bench by Raymond Lowey

By Mengel Furniture Co., Raymond Lowey

Located in Topeka, KS

Wonderful vintage Mid-Century Modern Mengel telephone bench by Raymond Loewy. Comprised of a limed oak case, cerused oak drawer fronts, black iron legs and the original gold upholstery. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The case has been refinished, the drawers reconditioned, and the legs freshly painted. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1950-1959. NOTE: If you love this magnificent Telephone Bench by Raymond Loewy for Mengel we have a matching Secretary Desk or Gentleman’s Chest listed here for sale if it is still available! RING, RING, RING…. Would someone please answer that phone? Ok, ok, you may not have a landline, but BOY do we have the perfect place for you to sit and relax while you answer that call… WOW!!! This is an AWESOME vintage telephone bench designed by Raymond Loewy for Mengel!! It is comprised of a limed oak veneer case, a limed oak cube or cubby with top drawer that slides both ways with charcoal colored cerused oak drawer fronts on both sides, straight black iron legs, and a fabulous square seat wearing its original gold fabric!!! IT. IS. FANTASTIC!!! And it is beautifully finished all around so it can float in any room of your home. This telephone bench or “gossip bench...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Limed Oak Desk in the Manner of René Gabriel, France 1940s

$5,245

Limed Oak Desk in the Manner of René Gabriel, France 1940s

By Rene Gabriel

Located in Utrecht, NL

The materials and techniques used by mid-century French cabinetmakers were directly derived from the possibilities offered by industrial production at the time. Oak has never gone ou...

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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

21st Century Anna Desk in Black Limed Oak, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt

$6,156 / item

21st Century Anna Desk in Black Limed Oak, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt

Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT

Anna desk is an imposing and elegant writing desk. With a high gloss lacquered body that contrasts with the brushed oak top and feet with lime finish. The delicate brass details add ...

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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antonio Pio Saracino, Pyrite Desk #4, Italy, 2022

$45,000

Antonio Pio Saracino, Pyrite Desk #4, Italy, 2022

Located in New York, NY

Signed and dated. Antonio Pio Saracino’s furniture is of a piece with his sculptural and architectural projects. Of ingenious and meticulous design and execution, each work is perfe...

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2010s Italian Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Desks in Limed Oak, Lattice Design, 1950s

$19,800 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Desks in Limed Oak, Lattice Design, 1950s

Located in New York, NY

Pair of desks in limed oak featuring a lattice structure between the side legs and three drawers each. Charming gray and white finish. Well suited to be used as bedside tables.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Cerused White Wash Oak Drop Front Secretary Desk Bookcase Credenza

$12,500

Cerused White Wash Oak Drop Front Secretary Desk Bookcase Credenza

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Multi use limed oak credenza with built in drop front secretary. Beautiful large and heavy circular ring shape hardware.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antonio Pio Saracino, Pyrite Desk #4, Italy, 2022

$45,000

Antonio Pio Saracino, Pyrite Desk #4, Italy, 2022

Located in New York, NY

Signed and dated. Antonio Pio Saracino’s furniture is of a piece with his sculptural and architectural projects. Of ingenious and meticulous design and ...

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2010s Italian Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Modern Teak Telephone Bench with Alabaster Boucle, 1980s

$875

H 27.5 in W 40 in D 20 in

Mid-Century Modern Teak Telephone Bench with Alabaster Boucle, 1980s

Located in Raymondville, TX

An adorable vintage mid-century modern teak telephone entryway bench circa 1980. It features a single drawer table on one side, a cushioned seat on the ...

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1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Oak Desk Attributed to Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940s

$2,958

H 28.94 in W 63 in D 39.77 in

Oak Desk Attributed to Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940s

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR

An oak desk made in France in the 1940s, attributed to Charles Dudouyt. The top is laid with a diamond pattern marquetry that reads clearly across the grain, and the oak has been ref...

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Charles Dudouyt 1940s French Carved Wood Partners Desk

$6,500

H 29.5 in W 58 in D 43 in

Charles Dudouyt 1940s French Carved Wood Partners Desk

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Incredible wood partners desk from France, 1940s. Large rectangular top with four thick carved wood legs and ball feet. Two drawers with brass knobs on each side. Original finish sho...

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Mid-20th Century French Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Modern Desk, Beech & Walnut with Yellow Glass Top, 1950s

$3,905

H 31.89 in W 54.73 in D 29.14 in

Mid-Century Modern Desk, Beech & Walnut with Yellow Glass Top, 1950s

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

A beautifully restored mid-century modern desk that combines timeless charm with everyday functionality. The original high-gloss piano black top contrasts elegantly with the oiled ma...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Art Deco oak desk by Charles Dudouyt, France 1940s

$14,200

H 29.53 in W 63.39 in D 31.89 in

Art Deco oak desk by Charles Dudouyt, France 1940s

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in GRENOBLE, FR

This oak Art Deco desk, designed by French designer Charles Dudouyt, embodies the elegance of the 1940s Art Deco movement. Crafted from solid oak, it features a solid construction an...

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Mid-20th Century French Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Linear Bench in Black Ceruse Series 48 by Stamford Modern

$3,500 / item

H 18 in W 48 in D 18 in

Linear Bench in Black Ceruse Series 48 by Stamford Modern

By Stamford Modern

Located in Westport, CT

Inspired by Mid-Century Modern Legend, Edward Wormley "The Linear Bench" embodies modern minimalism with clean lines and a sturdy metal stretcher. Explor...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Designer, Partners Desk, Oak, France, 1940s

$18,500

H 30.25 in W 82 in D 52.25 in

French Designer, Partners Desk, Oak, France, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A large oak desk or partners desk designed and produced in France, c. 1940s. Wear consistent with age and use, including some natural wood cracking and patina buildup. Missing smal...

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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Curvaceous Italian Burl Wood Desk

$3,550

H 31.5 in W 44 in D 21 in

Curvaceous Italian Burl Wood Desk

Located in Atlanta, GA

Curvaceous Italian Burl Wood Desk, Italy, circa 1950s. Elegant curvaceous design with amazing burl wood.

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1950s Italian Regency Vintage Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Danish Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Teak Desk, 1950s.

$2,544

H 29.93 in W 48.82 in D 28.94 in

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 Scandinavian Modern Vintage Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Teak

1970s Writing Desk, Italy

$804

H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 21.66 in

1970s Writing Desk, Italy

Located in Praha, CZ

- Item was carefully refurbished - sturdy and stable - mahogany veneer

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Danish Cabinetmaker Solid Oak Trestle Desk, Brutalist, 1940s

$3,290

H 29.34 in W 51.19 in D 29.14 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Solid Oak Trestle Desk, Brutalist, 1940s

Located in Rødding, DK

A rare and characterful Danish solid oak trestle writing desk with exposed keyed through-tenon joinery, crafted by an anonymous Danish cabinetmaker circa 1940s — a piece of quiet mat...

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1940s Danish Brutalist Vintage Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Dassi Desk walnut Mid-Century Modern Brass Minimal Scultural 1950s Italian

$1,771Sale Price|57% Off

H 27.96 in W 40.95 in D 19.3 in

Dassi Desk walnut Mid-Century Modern Brass Minimal Scultural 1950s Italian

By Dassi

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Dassi small desk rosewood Mid-Century Modern brass minimal scultural 1950s Italian. Colored glass top with gold decorations on the edge. Perfectly rest...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Previously Available Items

1930s French Modernist Limed Cerused Oak Desk

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H 29.93 in W 48.04 in D 25.6 in

1930s French Modernist Limed Cerused Oak Desk

Located in London, GB

An early 20th century, modernist desk in limed oak with columnar right hand support, three drawers to the pedestal and original patinated brass pulls.

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Early 20th Century French Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

1940s French Limed Oak Desk

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H 29.93 in W 61.03 in D 27.37 in

1940s French Limed Oak Desk

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

A French modernist desk from the 1940s in the style of Jean-Michel Frank. The structure is made of solid and veneered light oak with a white limed finish. It features seven drawers a...

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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Modernist desk in limed oak, Jean Michel Frank style, 1940s

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H 31.3 in W 43.31 in D 25.6 in

Modernist desk in limed oak, Jean Michel Frank style, 1940s

By (after) Jean Michel Frank

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

French modernist desk from the 1940s in the style of Jean Michel Franck. It consists of a rounded section with two shelves and a large drawer in the center. Solid oak and veneered st...

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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Heals Limed Oak Octagonal Writing Desk Double Sided Bookcase 1930

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H 29.93 in W 36.62 in D 18.9 in

Art Deco Heals Limed Oak Octagonal Writing Desk Double Sided Bookcase 1930

By Heal's

Located in Norwich, England

Art Deco Heal's octagonal limed oak writing desk/double sided open bookcase with leather inset top. Labelled. Circa 1930. The desk comes with the 2006 receipt from Heal's, along wit...

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak

English Carved Desk

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H 29 in W 59.5 in D 27 in

English Carved Desk

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Good 19th century English bleached and limed carved pine desk. 1860. Code: 9008 Dimensions: W: 59.5" (151.1 cm) H: 29" (73.7 cm) D: 27" (68.6 cm)

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

1930s French Art Deco Limed Oak and Leather Desk in the manner of Jacques Adnet

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H 29.93 in W 45.28 in D 25.4 in

1930s French Art Deco Limed Oak and Leather Desk in the manner of Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in London, GB

A modernist Art Deco desk in limed oak with partially clad oxblood leather top. With clean lines and simple brass drawer pulls, very much in the manner of Jacques Adnet or Eugene Pri...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Art Deco Cerused Oak Desk Attributed to Andre Sornay

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H 30.75 in W 62.5 in D 23.75 in

French Art Deco Cerused Oak Desk Attributed to Andre Sornay

By Jules Leleu, Jean-Charles Moreux, Andre Sornay, Charles Dudouyt, Jacques Adnet

Located in Houston, TX

French Art Deco Cerused Oak Desk Attributed To Andre Sornay. Handsome French Art Deco cerused or limed oak desk or writing table with four drawers and a red leather top attributed t...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Console Desk in Limed Oak

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H 28.75 in W 35.44 in D 18.12 in

Console Desk in Limed Oak

Located in London, GB

French console desk in limed oak finish. Totally minimalist console desk in the modernist deco vein. A solid piece of craftsmanship by Nord, Paris. In super condition.

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Late 20th Century French Scandinavian Modern Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Renaissance Revival Library or Console Table, English, circa 1850

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H 30 in W 51 in D 30 in

Antique Renaissance Revival Library or Console Table, English, circa 1850

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Wonderful library table, console table or a desk. It is freestanding or can be used against a wall. Beautifully carved and turned walnut with a panelled and parquetry inlaid to...

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Mid-19th Century English Renaissance Revival Antique Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Important French 1940s Bureau Plat, Style of Jean-Charles Moreux

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H 29 in W 74 in D 35 in

Important French 1940s Bureau Plat, Style of Jean-Charles Moreux

By Jean-Charles Moreux

Located in Doylestown, PA

A French 1940s cerused oak double-sided partner's desk in the manner of Jean-Charles Moreux, with heavily carved legs with stretcher, large side drawers, carved center drawer with vi...

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1940s French Renaissance Revival Vintage Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Custom Oval Cerused Oak Writing Desk with Reeded Legs and Apron

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H 30 in W 56 in D 26 in

Custom Oval Cerused Oak Writing Desk with Reeded Legs and Apron

Located in Chicago, IL

One of a kind race track oval desk with a cerused or limed oak finish. Reeded legs are offset from front to back. Concealed within the reeded apron are a pair of drawers.

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1970s American Vintage Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Giorgio Armani "Cambridge" Desk in Cerused White Oak

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H 29.25 in W 55.25 in D 27.25 in

Giorgio Armani "Cambridge" Desk in Cerused White Oak

By Giorgio Armani, Armani Casa

Located in Miami, FL

Cerused white oak Parsons style desk in the manner of Jean Michel Frank designed by Giorgio Armani for Armani Casa. Desk has two seamless mitered drawer...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Limed Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

This 19th-Century Gilded Desk Displays a Fanciful Kingdom in Marquetry

The stately piece brings both gravitas and whimsy to any work space.

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