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Desks and Writing Tables For Sale
Antique Wilhelminian Desk in Walnut, Brass, and Leather, Late 19th Century
Antique Wilhelminian Desk in Walnut, Brass, and Leather, Late 19th Century

Antique Wilhelminian Desk in Walnut, Brass, and Leather, Late 19th Century

$6,000

Antique Wilhelminian Desk in Walnut, Brass, and Leather, Late 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

Antique Wilhelminian Desk in Walnut, Brass, and Leather, Late 19th Century. This exquisite desk is both rich in its material composition and thoughtful in its construction. The des...

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Late 19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Italian desk from the Rationalist Art Deco period, with brass handles
Italian desk from the Rationalist Art Deco period, with brass handles

Italian desk from the Rationalist Art Deco period, with brass handles

$2,917

Italian desk from the Rationalist Art Deco period, with brass handles

Located in Milano, IT

Italian Rationalist / Art Deco Desk in Fine Wood, circa 1930s–1940s A fascinating Italian desk dating from the 1930s–1940s, characterized by an elegant balance between the formal ri...

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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique English desk / writing table in mahogany from the mid-19th century
Antique English desk / writing table in mahogany from the mid-19th century

Antique English desk / writing table in mahogany from the mid-19th century

$1,400

Antique English desk / writing table in mahogany from the mid-19th century

Located in Harderwijk, NL

This elegant and practical antique English desk writing table side table is made of mahogany and dates from the mid 19th century. Side tables are the perfect combination of style an...

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19th Century Classical Roman Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Twin Drawer Oak Writing Table Desk 19th Century
Antique Victorian Twin Drawer Oak Writing Table Desk 19th Century

Antique Victorian Twin Drawer Oak Writing Table Desk 19th Century

$1,887

Antique Victorian Twin Drawer Oak Writing Table Desk 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This gorgeous early Victorian antique writing table is crafted from beautiful solid oak and dates from Circa 1860.   The rectangular top with rounded corners is fitted with the origi...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Pine Industrial Work or Desk Table with metal legs, drawers and wheels
Pine Industrial Work or Desk Table with metal legs, drawers and wheels

Pine Industrial Work or Desk Table with metal legs, drawers and wheels

$1,820

Pine Industrial Work or Desk Table with metal legs, drawers and wheels

Located in Miami, FL

Pine Industrial Work or Desk Table with metal legs, drawers and wheels. The drawers and wheels works softly.

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Mid-20th Century Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique 6ft Victorian Partners Writing Library Table Desk 19th Century
Antique 6ft Victorian Partners Writing Library Table Desk 19th Century

Antique 6ft Victorian Partners Writing Library Table Desk 19th Century

$5,148

Antique 6ft Victorian Partners Writing Library Table Desk 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This gorgeous Victorian antique partners library table is crafted from beautiful flame mahogany and dates from Circa 1860. It features a striking inset green leather writing surface...

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1860s English Victorian Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Leather

Billy Baldwin for Bielecky Brothers Rattan Cane Writing Desk
Billy Baldwin for Bielecky Brothers Rattan Cane Writing Desk

Billy Baldwin for Bielecky Brothers Rattan Cane Writing Desk

$7,800

Billy Baldwin for Bielecky Brothers Rattan Cane Writing Desk

By Billy Baldwin, Bielecky Brothers

Located in Rio Vista, CA

A labeled and signed Organic Modern-style rattan cane wrapped writing table desk designed by Billy Baldwin for Bielecky Brothers, New York, NY. The refined two-drawer desk features a...

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20th Century American Organic Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

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

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

$18,500

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 Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Secretary Desk
Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Secretary Desk

Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Secretary Desk

$2,995

Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Secretary Desk

By Stickley Brothers

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period drop front secretary desk or writing desk with bookcase hutch top In the manner of Stickley Brothers USA, Circa 1910 Carved quar...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique French Empire Ormolu Mounted Desk 20th Century
Antique French Empire Ormolu Mounted Desk 20th Century

Antique French Empire Ormolu Mounted Desk 20th Century

$5,835

Antique French Empire Ormolu Mounted Desk 20th Century

Located in London, GB

A superb Napoleon III Revival Ormolu Mounted Empire mahogany pedestal desk circa 1930 in date. This imposing Empire Revival pedestal desk is mounted with fine ormolu neo-classical m...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Antique European Farmhouse Dining Table
Antique European Farmhouse Dining Table

Antique European Farmhouse Dining Table

$7,500

Antique European Farmhouse Dining Table

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This wonderful Rustic French farmhouse table is crafted from solid oak softened by time and use. The top is a single, solid, 2" thick piece of oak that rests atop atop a hand carve...

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Early 20th Century Primitive Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

Mid-Century Teak Desk with Floating Top attr to WeBe
Mid-Century Teak Desk with Floating Top attr to WeBe

Mid-Century Teak Desk with Floating Top attr to WeBe

$2,450

Mid-Century Teak Desk with Floating Top attr to WeBe

By WéBé

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-century teak executive desk with floating top. Beautiful full tea desk with dark wood edge accents and double stacked drawers with carved handles. A large top with curved edges o...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

French 20th Century Mahogany and Leather-top Desk
French 20th Century Mahogany and Leather-top Desk

French 20th Century Mahogany and Leather-top Desk

$5,800

French 20th Century Mahogany and Leather-top Desk

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A French 20th century leather-topped mahogany writing desk, designed in the Directoire taste for refined proportions & materials. The wide leather surface is original, gently cle...

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Early 20th Century French Directoire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Restauration Style Desk On Brass Base
French Restauration Style Desk On Brass Base

French Restauration Style Desk On Brass Base

$4,450

French Restauration Style Desk On Brass Base

Located in Houston, TX

French Restauration Style Desk On Brass Base. Offered is a stylish French Restauration style or Empire style desk with a brass x-shaped curule base trimmed in bronze with a single dr...

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1950s French Restauration Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Desk Smoked Glass President Gallotti e Radice Dattilo Model Midcentury Italy 70s
Desk Smoked Glass President Gallotti e Radice Dattilo Model Midcentury Italy 70s

Desk Smoked Glass President Gallotti e Radice Dattilo Model Midcentury Italy 70s

$3,149

Desk Smoked Glass President Gallotti e Radice Dattilo Model Midcentury Italy 70s

By Gallotti & Radice

Located in Palermo, IT

GALLOTTI E RADICE Produced by Gallotti e Radice, Italy, ca. 1971. President desk, "Dattilo" model, chromed brass frame, rectangular top and sides in smoked glass. Please note that th...

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

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Baker Furniture McMillen Collection Venetian Bureau With Secretary Desk
Baker Furniture McMillen Collection Venetian Bureau With Secretary Desk

Baker Furniture McMillen Collection Venetian Bureau With Secretary Desk

$15,995

Baker Furniture McMillen Collection Venetian Bureau With Secretary Desk

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

An extremely rare and outstanding Venetian Chinoiserie style bureau with drop front secretary desk and hutch top From the exclusive "McMillen Collection" by Baker Furniture USA, Ci...

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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique Campaign Officer's Writing Slope on Stand, Circa 1850s
Antique Campaign Officer's Writing Slope on Stand, Circa 1850s

Antique Campaign Officer's Writing Slope on Stand, Circa 1850s

$1,795

Antique Campaign Officer's Writing Slope on Stand, Circa 1850s

Located in Peabody, MA

An antique officer's writing slope on stand, in Cuban mahogany with brass corner brackets circa 1850s. Measures 24.5" high, 20" wide, 10.5" deep (11" deep at the feet). Box is 7.25...

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Mid-19th Century Campaign Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Classical Two-Drawer Writing Desk in Dark Walnut Finish
French Classical Two-Drawer Writing Desk in Dark Walnut Finish

French Classical Two-Drawer Writing Desk in Dark Walnut Finish

$2,890

French Classical Two-Drawer Writing Desk in Dark Walnut Finish

Located in Miami, FL

**English Translation:** Elegant French classical-style writing table, crafted in solid wood and veneered in warm dark walnut tones. The piece stands out for its balanced proportion...

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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Italian Modern Brass Desk with Inset Bordered Leather Surface
Italian Modern Brass Desk with Inset Bordered Leather Surface

Italian Modern Brass Desk with Inset Bordered Leather Surface

$20,000

Italian Modern Brass Desk with Inset Bordered Leather Surface

By Maison Jansen

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Circa 1970 Italian All Brass and Inlaid Leather Writing Desk. Featuring a heavy, rectangular, all Brass desk with single drawer, including removable, Brown felt lined organizational ...

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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Desk with Return in Wood with Turquoise Top
Mid-Century Modern Italian Desk with Return in Wood with Turquoise Top

Mid-Century Modern Italian Desk with Return in Wood with Turquoise Top

$13,800 / set

Mid-Century Modern Italian Desk with Return in Wood with Turquoise Top

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Attributed to Gustavo & Vito Latis, desk with a return, mahogany, maple, formica, Italy, circa 1960 Made in Italy, this writing desk with return is a testament to the design eth...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Formica, Mahogany, Maple

1960s Asymmetrical Oak Desk by Guillerme & Chambron
1960s Asymmetrical Oak Desk by Guillerme & Chambron

1960s Asymmetrical Oak Desk by Guillerme & Chambron

$15,755

1960s Asymmetrical Oak Desk by Guillerme & Chambron

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

A modernist 1960s desk by the renowned French design duo Guillerme & Chambron for *Votre Maison*. Crafted from solid oak, this desk features a unit with three drawers and a desktop s...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Faux Leather, Oak

Elegant 19th-Century Solid Walnut Writing Desk with Turned Legs
Elegant 19th-Century Solid Walnut Writing Desk with Turned Legs

Elegant 19th-Century Solid Walnut Writing Desk with Turned Legs

$583

Elegant 19th-Century Solid Walnut Writing Desk with Turned Legs

Located in Pont-Saint-Martin, IT

An elegant 19th-century writing desk handcrafted in solid walnut wood, admired for its graceful proportions, refined craftsmanship, and timeless appeal. Designed with both beauty and...

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Mid-19th Century Italian Rustic Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Teak Drop Leaf Desk Danish Modern Writing Desk
Mid-Century Modern Teak Drop Leaf Desk Danish Modern Writing Desk

Mid-Century Modern Teak Drop Leaf Desk Danish Modern Writing Desk

$1,395

Mid-Century Modern Teak Drop Leaf Desk Danish Modern Writing Desk

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a Mid-Century Modern Teak Drop Leaf Desk featuring clean Danish modern lines, tapered round legs, and three dovetailed drawers with sculpted pulls. The desk has a warm tea...

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Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Maria Yee "Metro" Chestnut Writing Table
Maria Yee "Metro" Chestnut Writing Table

Maria Yee "Metro" Chestnut Writing Table

$1,450

Maria Yee "Metro" Chestnut Writing Table

By Maria Yee Inc.

Located in Astoria, NY

Maria Yee "Metro" Chestnut Writing Table, with glass top and slide drawer with multiple compartments. 30.25" H x 54" W x 26" D. Provenance: From an Upper East Side Townhouse.

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Chestnut

Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Teak Desk from Asko Finland, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Teak Desk from Asko Finland, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Teak Desk from Asko Finland, 1960s

$4,084

Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Teak Desk from Asko Finland, 1960s

By Asko

Located in Hamburg, DE

A very rare desk from Finnish manufacturer Asko. A minimalist design that impresses with its clean lines. The rectangular tabletop is veneered in teak. The simple legs are set off i...

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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Teak Desk by Remploy, Formica Top, UK, 1967
Mid Century Modern Teak Desk by Remploy, Formica Top, UK, 1967

Mid Century Modern Teak Desk by Remploy, Formica Top, UK, 1967

$1,167

Mid Century Modern Teak Desk by Remploy, Formica Top, UK, 1967

By Remploy

Located in Leicester, GB

A fabulous Mid Century modern sideboard / desk with drawers unit in Teak. This sideboard has five drawers, four large ones and two small ones on top. Elegant metal handles. The desk ...

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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Formica, Teak

Danish Teak Arne Vodder Drop-Leaf Extendable Sliding Desk
Danish Teak Arne Vodder Drop-Leaf Extendable Sliding Desk

Danish Teak Arne Vodder Drop-Leaf Extendable Sliding Desk

$3,400

Danish Teak Arne Vodder Drop-Leaf Extendable Sliding Desk

By Arne Vodder

Located in San Jose, CA

Mid Century Modern drop leaf desk in teak designed by Arne Vodder, circa 1960s. This versatile piece features a sliding adjustable bank that includes three dovetailed drawers with si...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Soho Writing Desk in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R & Y Augousti
Soho Writing Desk in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R & Y Augousti

Soho Writing Desk in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R & Y Augousti

$9,355 / item

Soho Writing Desk in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R & Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

The Soho writing desk is the perfect piece for a living room, bedroom or office space that merges vintage and modern sensibility. Add a mirror and this desk becomes a vanity table. T...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk
John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk

$2,250

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in Denton, TX

Strong bold design by John Van Koert for Drexel furniture. A combination of walnut and oak makes this desk a stunning vintage piece of art. The writing surface is 30.25" high.

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

Materials

Leather, Oak, Walnut

Herter Brothers Style Antique Victorian Carved Oak Writing Desk, Circa 1890s
Herter Brothers Style Antique Victorian Carved Oak Writing Desk, Circa 1890s

Herter Brothers Style Antique Victorian Carved Oak Writing Desk, Circa 1890s

$2,395

Herter Brothers Style Antique Victorian Carved Oak Writing Desk, Circa 1890s

By Herter Brothers

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Victorian carved oak library table or writing desk In the manner of Herter Brothers USA, Circa Late 19th Century Measures: 36.75"W x 26"D x 27.5"H. Good origin...

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

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

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

$3,851

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 Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Silvio Cavatorta Writing Desk in Mahogany
Silvio Cavatorta Writing Desk in Mahogany

Silvio Cavatorta Writing Desk in Mahogany

$22,000

Silvio Cavatorta Writing Desk in Mahogany

By Silvio Cavatorta

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Silvio Cavatorta, writing desk, mahogany, brass, Italy, design 1948-1949 This elegantly shaped mahogany office table, designed by Silvio Cavatorta in the late 1940s, is a testament ...

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Executive Desk by Friso Kramer & Coen de Vries, 1950s
Mid-Century Executive Desk by Friso Kramer & Coen de Vries, 1950s

Mid-Century Executive Desk by Friso Kramer & Coen de Vries, 1950s

$2,450

Mid-Century Executive Desk by Friso Kramer & Coen de Vries, 1950s

By EEKA, Friso Kramer, Coen de Vries

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking example of Dutch mid-century modern design, this executive desk was designed by Friso Kramer and Coen de Vries for EEKA (Eindhovense Eisen- en Kantoorartikelenfabriek) in ...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

'Desk' by Six Dots Design surrealist metal
'Desk' by Six Dots Design surrealist metal

'Desk' by Six Dots Design surrealist metal

$11,327 / item

'Desk' by Six Dots Design surrealist metal

Located in London, GB

A unique surrealist desk that is the perfect statement piece in your office or home. Each of these pieces is hand made by artist and designer Joseph Ellwood, along side his team of ...

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2010s British Futurist Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Elegant early 20th century writing desk with brass details and three drawers
Elegant early 20th century writing desk with brass details and three drawers

Elegant early 20th century writing desk with brass details and three drawers

$3,687

Elegant early 20th century writing desk with brass details and three drawers

Located in BÉTERA, ES

Elegant early 20th century writing desk crafted in hardwood and inspired by the refined lines of the Louis XVI period. The desk features three drawers across the front, slender flut...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique Italian Carved Walnut Wood Table Console Desk
Antique Italian Carved Walnut Wood Table Console Desk

Antique Italian Carved Walnut Wood Table Console Desk

$4,352

Antique Italian Carved Walnut Wood Table Console Desk

Located in Carimate, Como

A magnificent and impressive Italian antique walnut table with three full width shelves that can be opened from both sides with greatly carved and beveled top and beautiful carved tu...

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Late 18th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut & Inlaid Davenport Desk 19th Century
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut & Inlaid Davenport Desk 19th Century

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut & Inlaid Davenport Desk 19th Century

$2,640

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut & Inlaid Davenport Desk 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a gorgeous antique Davenport desk which is crafted from beautiful burr walnut, circa 1870 in date. The desk has a rear stationery compartment which encloses a divided interi...

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1870s Victorian Antique Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Osvaldo Borsani T96 Executive Desk for Tecno, Italy, 1956
Osvaldo Borsani T96 Executive Desk for Tecno, Italy, 1956

Osvaldo Borsani T96 Executive Desk for Tecno, Italy, 1956

$15,638

Osvaldo Borsani T96 Executive Desk for Tecno, Italy, 1956

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

The T96 is an executive desk that organises its architecture around two chromed pylons and a boomerang-shaped top, pushed out at each end into obtuse angles that open the desk toward...

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

Materials

Aluminum

French Louis XV Style Slant Front Secretary Desk with Leather Writing Surface
French Louis XV Style Slant Front Secretary Desk with Leather Writing Surface

French Louis XV Style Slant Front Secretary Desk with Leather Writing Surface

$2,753

French Louis XV Style Slant Front Secretary Desk with Leather Writing Surface

Located in BÉTERA, ES

Elegant French secretary desk in Louis XV style, featuring a graceful slant-front form raised on slender cabriole legs. The fall-front opens to reveal a fitted writing interior with ...

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1930s French Louis XV Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Antique Estate Manager's Kneehole Desk, Scottish, Oak, Country House, Victorian
Antique Estate Manager's Kneehole Desk, Scottish, Oak, Country House, Victorian

Antique Estate Manager's Kneehole Desk, Scottish, Oak, Country House, Victorian

$6,170Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Estate Manager's Kneehole Desk, Scottish, Oak, Country House, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique estate manager's kneehole desk. A Scottish, golden oak and leather office desk, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Excellent late-19th century exampl...

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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak

Pierre Jeanneret original PJ-BU-02-A Pigeonhole Desk, Mid-Century Modern.
Pierre Jeanneret original PJ-BU-02-A Pigeonhole Desk, Mid-Century Modern.

Pierre Jeanneret original PJ-BU-02-A Pigeonhole Desk, Mid-Century Modern.

$34,000

Pierre Jeanneret original PJ-BU-02-A Pigeonhole Desk, Mid-Century Modern.

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stockholm, SE

This iconic original PJ-BU-02-A / Pigeonhole desk in teak by legendary designer Pierre Jeanneret. Dark brown re-covered leather top. A single drawer and open pigeonhole shelving. Jeanneret was commissioned by the city of Chandigarh, India, to build and design for the Punjab University Administrative buildings and a few private residences. They were produced between circa 1952 and 1957. Chair seen in pictures is not included but can be bought at 1stDibs Ref: LU7480248866122 . Provenance: Sourced from gallery Fiftiesdesign in Brest, who imported the furniture from India...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Teak

Weave Desk from Ringvide, Oak Wood, Natural Oil, Scandinavian
Weave Desk from Ringvide, Oak Wood, Natural Oil, Scandinavian

Weave Desk from Ringvide, Oak Wood, Natural Oil, Scandinavian

$3,983 / item

Weave Desk from Ringvide, Oak Wood, Natural Oil, Scandinavian

By Lukas Dahlén

Located in Visby, SE

Weave Desk Weave desk, made of solid oak wood and oak veneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the desk serves as a great example of Scandinavian contemporary design. Designed by Lukas Dahlén...

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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Birch, Oak

Solid Oak and Walnut Jameson Desk by Lynnea Jean
Solid Oak and Walnut Jameson Desk by Lynnea Jean

Solid Oak and Walnut Jameson Desk by Lynnea Jean

$6,700 / item

Solid Oak and Walnut Jameson Desk by Lynnea Jean

By Lynnea Jean

Located in Aitkin, MN

This custom wood desk is hand-made in the United States with all hardwood construction. This modern design is characterized by its solid white oak body, minimalist walnut inlay detail, and unique split leg detail. Convenient and accessible storage drawers feature integrated hardware and a soft-closing mechanism. This contemporary design can look beautiful floating in a room as an executive desk or anchored against a wall or other furniture piece. The natural finish brings out the beautiful golden tones of white oak. This piece can be ordered in 4 finishes: Oak, Walnut, Ash and Matte Black. Jameson Collection by Lynnea Jean...

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2010s American Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak, Hardwood

Italian Antique Solid Walnut Rustic Kitchen Table Desk Writing Table
Italian Antique Solid Walnut Rustic Kitchen Table Desk Writing Table

Italian Antique Solid Walnut Rustic Kitchen Table Desk Writing Table

$1,984

Italian Antique Solid Walnut Rustic Kitchen Table Desk Writing Table

Located in Carimate, Como

Very charming and rustic country Italian antique table ideal as kitchen dining table or desk writing table, in solid walnut wood with stylish carved legs and central drawer. Ideal in...

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20th Century Italian Rustic Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique French Carved Oak Secretary Desk Bureau Drop Front Louis XV Style
Antique French Carved Oak Secretary Desk Bureau Drop Front Louis XV Style

Antique French Carved Oak Secretary Desk Bureau Drop Front Louis XV Style

$1,800

Antique French Carved Oak Secretary Desk Bureau Drop Front Louis XV Style

Located in Shreveport, LA

Antique French carved oak secretary desk Bureau drop front Louis XV style. Direct from France, a lovely antique French carved “drop front” secretary/desk with quintessential French ...

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1920s French Louis XV Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Mid century Paul McCobb #1560 Double Drawer Desk Black Lacquer with chair
Mid century Paul McCobb #1560 Double Drawer Desk Black Lacquer with chair

Mid century Paul McCobb #1560 Double Drawer Desk Black Lacquer with chair

$2,200

Mid century Paul McCobb #1560 Double Drawer Desk Black Lacquer with chair

By Paul McCobb, Planner Group

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful vintage Paul McCobb planner group #1560 double drawer desk original Black Lacquer finish on maple with brass knobs. All solid maple wood. Desk is in great vintage condition...

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

Materials

Brass

1960s Friso Kramer Style Industrial Desk Teak Formica Top by Werzalit
1960s Friso Kramer Style Industrial Desk Teak Formica Top by Werzalit

1960s Friso Kramer Style Industrial Desk Teak Formica Top by Werzalit

$195 / item

1960s Friso Kramer Style Industrial Desk Teak Formica Top by Werzalit

By Friso Kramer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Industrial work desk attributed to the Friso Kramer style manufactured by Werzalit in Austria during the 1960s. The design features a compact cantilever frame construction in dark gr...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid Century Modern Desk / Dressing Table by Vesper
Vintage Mid Century Modern Desk / Dressing Table by Vesper

Vintage Mid Century Modern Desk / Dressing Table by Vesper

$1,850

Vintage Mid Century Modern Desk / Dressing Table by Vesper

By Gimson and Slater Ltd

Located in Gardiner, NY

Authentic vintage mid century modern desk / dressing table. By Gimson & Slater for Vesper. Maker's label inside drawer. This piece is in excellent condition with few signs of ...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Joel Escalona's Elefante Console Table 33, Layered Wood, Dynamic Shape
Joel Escalona's Elefante Console Table 33, Layered Wood, Dynamic Shape

Joel Escalona's Elefante Console Table 33, Layered Wood, Dynamic Shape

$15,920Sale Price / item|20% Off

Joel Escalona's Elefante Console Table 33, Layered Wood, Dynamic Shape

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Joel Escalona's Elefante Console Table 33, Layered Wood, Dynamic Shape ————————————————————— Elefante Collection: A Harmony of Design and Heritage by NONO Crafting Elegance with a ...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood

Scandinavian birch Art Deco pedestal writing desk
Scandinavian birch Art Deco pedestal writing desk

Scandinavian birch Art Deco pedestal writing desk

$4,595

Scandinavian birch Art Deco pedestal writing desk

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Scandinavian birch art deco pedestal desk circa 1930. We are pleased to offer this stunning Swedish birch desk from the art deco period, comprising...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Birch, Oak

Midcentury Modernist “Architect's Desk”, Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1960s
Midcentury Modernist “Architect's Desk”, Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1960s

Midcentury Modernist “Architect's Desk”, Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1960s

$57,186

Midcentury Modernist “Architect's Desk”, Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1960s

By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Amazing “Architect’s Desk”, model #JH571, by Hans J. Wegner, made from teak in a generous size. Subtly tapering oak legs supported by brass stretchers. Deep drawers with custom made ...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Italian Classic Walnut Marquetry Desk Writing Table with Two leafs
Italian Classic Walnut Marquetry Desk Writing Table with Two leafs

Italian Classic Walnut Marquetry Desk Writing Table with Two leafs

$3,675

Italian Classic Walnut Marquetry Desk Writing Table with Two leafs

Located in Miami, FL

This is an outstanding example of a late 19th century late Louis XVI-style small writing table. The beautifully figured mahogany veneer is detailed in fine brass string inlay with a ...

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Late 19th Century Antique Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

"Voltaire" Figured Oak Desk Table by Christiane Lemieux
"Voltaire" Figured Oak Desk Table by Christiane Lemieux

"Voltaire" Figured Oak Desk Table by Christiane Lemieux

$3,160 / item

"Voltaire" Figured Oak Desk Table by Christiane Lemieux

Located in New York, NY

The Voltaire Desk reflects the disciplined beauty of mid-century French ateliers. Handmade and hand-finished in wire-brushed oak, it reveals dimensional grain and structured proporti...

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2010s Vietnamese Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Antique and Vintage Desks and Writing Tables

Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.

Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.

Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.

Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.

The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.

From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.

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