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Biedermeier Birch Cylinder Desk
Biedermeier Birch Cylinder Desk

Biedermeier Birch Cylinder Desk

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Biedermeier birch cylinder desk, circa 1830. With a black lacquered rectangular top, below is a drawer with a shield shaped escutcheon, a cylinder that when opened has a prospect doo...

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1830s German Biedermeier Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Birch, Pine, Lacquer

19th Century Chinoiserie Desk
19th Century Chinoiserie Desk

19th Century Chinoiserie Desk

Located in New Orleans, LA

This French, 19th century Chinoiserie black lacquer and gilded kneehole desk features an impressive 9 drawer fronts decorated with flora, fauna, pagodas, and classic Japanese scene.

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Wood

Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, Mahogany, Walnut, Brass, Beech, Czech, 1920s
Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, Mahogany, Walnut, Brass, Beech, Czech, 1920s

Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, Mahogany, Walnut, Brass, Beech, Czech, 1920s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Dimensions of the table: Height: 78.5 cm (30.9 in) Width:168 cm (66.1 in) Depth: 80 cm (31.5 in) Legspace: Height: 65 cm (25.6 in) Width: 52 cm (20.5 in) This exceptionally magnifi...

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1920s Czech Art Deco Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Brass

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, Oak, Chrome-Plated Steel, Germany, 1930s
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, Oak, Chrome-Plated Steel, Germany, 1930s

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, Oak, Chrome-Plated Steel, Germany, 1930s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

It has been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacquer by our professional refurbishing team in Czechia according to the original process.

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Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, Mahogany, Walnut, Revived Polish, Czech, 1920s
Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, Mahogany, Walnut, Revived Polish, Czech, 1920s

Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, Mahogany, Walnut, Revived Polish, Czech, 1920s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

It is crafted from high-quality blockboard veneered with rare Caucasian walnut, whose rich grain lends the desk a luxurious appearance. The interior of the desk and all internal draw...

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1920s Czech Art Deco Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Lacquer, Wood, Mahogany, Walnut

English 19th Century Chinoiserie Partner’s Desk with Leather Top and Gilt Decor
English 19th Century Chinoiserie Partner’s Desk with Leather Top and Gilt Decor

English 19th Century Chinoiserie Partner’s Desk with Leather Top and Gilt Decor

Located in Atlanta, GA

This English desk dates to the 19th century and is executed in the Chinoiserie taste, featuring a black lacquered ground richly decorated with gilt and polychrome scenes inspired by ...

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19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Leather, Wood

19th Century Unique Restored Austrian Biedermeier Maple Writing Desk, 1830s
19th Century Unique Restored Austrian Biedermeier Maple Writing Desk, 1830s

19th Century Unique Restored Austrian Biedermeier Maple Writing Desk, 1830s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Biedermeier writing desk Completely restored. Shellac polish. Material: Maple Source: Austria Period: 1830-1839.

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Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Wood, Maple, Lacquer

Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, by UP Závody, Walnut, Repolished, Czech, 1930s
Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, by UP Závody, Walnut, Repolished, Czech, 1930s

Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, by UP Závody, Walnut, Repolished, Czech, 1930s

By Up Závody

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

The design of the desk combines modern geometry with high functionality.

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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

19th Century Biedermeier-style Desk, Germany
19th Century Biedermeier-style Desk, Germany

19th Century Biedermeier-style Desk, Germany

Located in New York, NY

Small desk with a burlwood veneer and black lacquered writing surface.

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Late 19th Century German Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Bronze

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezák, Oak, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezák, Oak, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezák, Oak, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

By Robert Slezák

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

This elegant writing desk is a premier example of Bauhaus functionalist design, dating back to 1930s Czechoslovakia. It was manufactured in the renowned Robert Slezák factory, one of...

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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, Czech, 1930s
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, Czech, 1930s

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, Czech, 1930s

By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

This generously conceived and shape-innovative writing desk in the spirit of Bauhaus functionalism dates from the 1930s in Czechoslovakia and bears the unmistakable signature of prom...

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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Fine Bench Made Carved Mahogany Serpentine Front  Dovetail Drawers Vanity Desk
Fine Bench Made Carved Mahogany Serpentine Front  Dovetail Drawers Vanity Desk

Fine Bench Made Carved Mahogany Serpentine Front Dovetail Drawers Vanity Desk

By Heritage-Henredon, Kittinger, Drexel, Widdicomb Furniture Co., Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Fine Bench Made Carved Mahogany Serpentine Front Dovetail Drawers Vanity Desk Dressing Table. The discoloration spot is under the finish, finish all in excellent condition.

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19th Century American Federal Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Brass

French Paper Mache Black Lacquered & Foliage Painted Writing Table, Circa 1820
French Paper Mache Black Lacquered & Foliage Painted Writing Table, Circa 1820

French Paper Mache Black Lacquered & Foliage Painted Writing Table, Circa 1820

Located in Charleston, SC

French black lacquered and foliage painted writing table with hinged interior compartment, original interior locking mechanism with key, painted gilt foliage bulbous pedestal, and re...

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1820s French Louis Philippe Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Lacquer, Paint, Paper

Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Writing Desk, Rosewood and Ormulu
Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Writing Desk, Rosewood and Ormulu

Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Writing Desk, Rosewood and Ormulu

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Antique Louis XV style bureau plat writing desk, rosewood and Ormulu mounts, raised on cabriole legs. Tooled leather top. Dimensions: 43” W x 31.5” H x 25.5” D Side drawers (2): ...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Bronze

Restored Bauhaus Beech Writing Desk Made in 1930s by Mücke, Melder, Czechia
Restored Bauhaus Beech Writing Desk Made in 1930s by Mücke, Melder, Czechia

Restored Bauhaus Beech Writing Desk Made in 1930s by Mücke, Melder, Czechia

By Mücke & Melder

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Completely restored writing desk with a frame in tubular chromed steel. Maker: Mücke - Melder Period: 1930-1939 Source: Czechia Material: Beech, Chrome-plated steel. The woo...

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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Marcel Breuer for Thonet, Czech, 1930s
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Marcel Breuer for Thonet, Czech, 1930s

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Marcel Breuer for Thonet, Czech, 1930s

By Thonet, Marcel Breuer

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Designed by Marcel Breuer and manufactured by Thonet, it perfectly combines functionality with aesthetic simplicity. The desk has been expertly restored – the chrome parts were profe...

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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Oak Writing Desk Made in 1930s Czechia by Robert Slezak, Bauhaus Style, Restored
Oak Writing Desk Made in 1930s Czechia by Robert Slezak, Bauhaus Style, Restored

Oak Writing Desk Made in 1930s Czechia by Robert Slezak, Bauhaus Style, Restored

By Robert Slezák

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Desk with a frame in tubular chromed steel. Manufactured by Robert Slezak factory, in the 1930s. Wood is completely restored. The original veneer is preserved. Tubular steel with ...

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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Chrome

Franco Albini for Knoll 'Albini' Desk
Franco Albini for Knoll 'Albini' Desk

Franco Albini for Knoll 'Albini' Desk

By Florence Knoll, Franco Albini

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Franco Albini for Knoll International, 'Albini' desk, lacquered ash, glass, chromed steel, United States, design 1928, later production Franco Albini’s desk is defined by a restrain...

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1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Oak Writing Desk Designed by Jindrich Halabala, 1930s, Czechia
Restored Bauhaus Oak Writing Desk Designed by Jindrich Halabala, 1930s, Czechia

Restored Bauhaus Oak Writing Desk Designed by Jindrich Halabala, 1930s, Czechia

By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Restored Bauhaus oak writing desk designed by Jindrich Halabala. Period: 1930-1939. Source: Czechia. Maker: UP Zavody. Material: oak, chrome-plated steel. Colour: black. Th...

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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Chrome

Walnut & Burl Panels Victorian Desk with a Single Drawer Writing Table C1875
Walnut & Burl Panels Victorian Desk with a Single Drawer Writing Table C1875

Walnut & Burl Panels Victorian Desk with a Single Drawer Writing Table C1875

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous late Victorian walnut writing table desk c1875 wit green felt top. Single drawer for storage. Elaborated base with multiple turnings sitting on brass castors for easy moveme...

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1870s American Late Victorian Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Felt, Walnut, Burl

Japanned or Chinoiserie Decorated Louis XV Style Lacquer Inkwell
Japanned or Chinoiserie Decorated Louis XV Style Lacquer Inkwell

Japanned or Chinoiserie Decorated Louis XV Style Lacquer Inkwell

Located in Nashville, TN

The lacquer ground with a strong burgundy undertone. Well carved , colored and other wise decorated . The porcelain well in good Antique condition . Minor wear due to age and use .

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1860s French Louis XV Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Lacquer

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Marcel Breuer for Thonet, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Marcel Breuer for Thonet, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Marcel Breuer for Thonet, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

By Marcel Breuer, Thonet

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Designed by Marcel Breuer and manufactured by Thonet, it perfectly combines functionality with aesthetic simplicity. The desk has been expertly restored – the chrome parts were profe...

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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Restored Art Deco Solid Oak Writing Desk Made in the 1930s, Czechia
Restored Art Deco Solid Oak Writing Desk Made in the 1930s, Czechia

Restored Art Deco Solid Oak Writing Desk Made in the 1930s, Czechia

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Restored Art Deco writing desk. Revived polish. Period: 1930-1939 Source: Czechia Material: solid oak Leg space: height: 63,5 cm (25 in) width: 53 cm (20.9 in).

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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Oak, Lacquer

Late 19th Century Tyrolean Shabby Small Desk Table Art Nouveau, Pine Painted
Late 19th Century Tyrolean Shabby Small Desk Table Art Nouveau, Pine Painted

Late 19th Century Tyrolean Shabby Small Desk Table Art Nouveau, Pine Painted

Located in Vigonza, Padua

1980s-1990s Tyrol Austrian shabby small desk table country Art Nouveau, in solid pine with original painting, only wax polished. Measures cm: H 62, W 80, P 50.

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Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Pine

Art Deco Rosewood Desk in the Style of Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, 1920s
Art Deco Rosewood Desk in the Style of Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, 1920s

Art Deco Rosewood Desk in the Style of Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, 1920s

By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann

Located in Reading, Berkshire

An impressive 1920s Art Deco rectangular writing desk, crafted in richly figured rosewood and retaining its original chrome-finished fittings. The streamlined design features a broa...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Stainless Steel

Period French Louis XV Ormolu Mounted Japanese Lacquer Chinoiserie Inkwell Tray
Period French Louis XV Ormolu Mounted Japanese Lacquer Chinoiserie Inkwell Tray

Period French Louis XV Ormolu Mounted Japanese Lacquer Chinoiserie Inkwell Tray

By Vernis Martin

Located in Forney, TX

A truly rare and remarkable work, delicate and luxurious, this authentic original period example is sure to elevate any desk, office, or serious collection! Notes / Reference: For a...

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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Lady's Secretary Desk, Millet
French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Lady's Secretary Desk, Millet

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Lady's Secretary Desk, Millet

By Maison Millet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Very fine French 19th century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Kingwood, Satinwood and Fruitwood Parquetry Kidney-Shaped secrétaire de dame (Lady's desk or writing table) with an enam...

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Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Ormolu

Italian Baroque Black Lacquered Writing Table with Red Leather Top
Italian Baroque Black Lacquered Writing Table with Red Leather Top

Italian Baroque Black Lacquered Writing Table with Red Leather Top

Located in Dallas, TX

Handsome 19th century Italian Baroque black lacquered writing table with tooled red leather. An Italian Baroque black‑lacquered writing table with a red leather top is one of those p...

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19th Century Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Leather, Wood

1775 Venezia Italy Blue Lacquered Wooden Engraved TablePaper Holder with Flowers
1775 Venezia Italy Blue Lacquered Wooden Engraved TablePaper Holder with Flowers

1775 Venezia Italy Blue Lacquered Wooden Engraved TablePaper Holder with Flowers

Located in Brescia, IT

This refined engraved walnut table paper holder for desk, lacquered in a magnificent blue color, showcases the excellent taste in form and color.

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Late 18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Lacquer Gold Maki-e Wood Letter Opener
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Lacquer Gold Maki-e Wood Letter Opener

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Lacquer Gold Maki-e Wood Letter Opener

Located in Greven, DE

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Lacquer Gold Maki-e Wood Letter Opener Japan Wood, lacquer, paint c. 1900 Dimensions: Length 28cm Dating to the Meiji period, this superb letter...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Gold

Art Deco Table Clock, Macassar, Lacquer, Nickel, Netherlands circa 1925
Art Deco Table Clock, Macassar, Lacquer, Nickel, Netherlands circa 1925

Art Deco Table Clock, Macassar, Lacquer, Nickel, Netherlands circa 1925

Located in Regensburg, DE

Beautiful table clock of the Art Deco 'Amsterdam school' from the Netherlands about 1925. Macassar veneered and clear lacquered. Partly black lacquered with high-gloss piano lacquer ...

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1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Nickel

Chelsea Chinoiserie Japanned Desk Clock, Boston, c. 1925
Chelsea Chinoiserie Japanned Desk Clock, Boston, c. 1925

Chelsea Chinoiserie Japanned Desk Clock, Boston, c. 1925

By Chelsea Clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

Square easel-back desk clock with japanned and gilt-lacquered metal case, the matte black ground enriched at the border with parcel-gilt and polychrome Chinoiserie—floral sprays, geo...

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Early 20th Century American Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Writing Desk with Flaps, Brass Ornaments, Late 19th Century France
Antique Writing Desk with Flaps, Brass Ornaments, Late 19th Century France

Antique Writing Desk with Flaps, Brass Ornaments, Late 19th Century France

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

Antique writing desk in black lacquered wood, with adjustable flaps on the sides, rich ornaments in gilded brass, built according to the fashion of the late 19th century in France.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Wood

Bureau Desk Fall Front Japanning Tortoishell Gilding Chinoiserie
Bureau Desk Fall Front Japanning Tortoishell Gilding Chinoiserie

Bureau Desk Fall Front Japanning Tortoishell Gilding Chinoiserie

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

A rare, late-17th century / early-18th century, fall front bureau with gilded Chinoiserie Japanning & faux tortoishell ground. “Before Japan was made in England, the imitation of ...

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17th Century Italian Chinoiserie Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Lacquer

18th Century Venetian Chinoiserie Lacquered Bureau
18th Century Venetian Chinoiserie Lacquered Bureau

18th Century Venetian Chinoiserie Lacquered Bureau

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Rare 18th Century Venetian bureau.  With chinoiserie lacquer on both the interior and exterior. On cabriole legs carved with gilded shells and beautiful shaped pad feet.  The fitte...

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18th Century Italian Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Wood

French mid 19th century Napoleon III Period Japanese Lacquer, Ormolu and Giltwoo
French mid 19th century Napoleon III Period Japanese Lacquer, Ormolu and Giltwoo

French mid 19th century Napoleon III Period Japanese Lacquer, Ormolu and Giltwoo

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A handsome and high quality French mid 19th century Napoleon III Period Japanese Lacquer, Ormolu and Giltwood desk. This stunning rectangular Bureau Plat is finished on all sides whi...

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Brass, Ormolu

Louis XV style flat desk decorated with lake scenes. Circa 1850.
Louis XV style flat desk decorated with lake scenes. Circa 1850.

Louis XV style flat desk decorated with lake scenes. Circa 1850.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Louis XV style flat desk in red lacquered wood decorated with golden lake scenes, with 3 drawers on the front, a leather top and a curved base.

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19th Century French Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Wood

Louis XV style flat desk decorated with lake scenes. Circa 1800.
Louis XV style flat desk decorated with lake scenes. Circa 1800.

Louis XV style flat desk decorated with lake scenes. Circa 1800.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Louis XV style flat desk in red lacquered wood decorated with golden lake scenes, with 3 drawers on the front, a leather top and a curved base.

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19th Century French Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Wood

Charles-Boulle Style Mounted Tortoiseshell Engraved Brass and Ebony Desk, 1900
Charles-Boulle Style Mounted Tortoiseshell Engraved Brass and Ebony Desk, 1900

Charles-Boulle Style Mounted Tortoiseshell Engraved Brass and Ebony Desk, 1900

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in Florence, IT

Charles- Boulle style ormolu-mounted tortoiseshell engraved brass and ebony finish desk. Center or parlor table with serpentine-shaped top, inlaid with foliate brass scrollwork. Red...

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Early 20th Century French Baroque Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Bronze, Brass

Victorian Davenport Desk Lift Top Pop Up Mechanism Concealed File Compartment
Victorian Davenport Desk Lift Top Pop Up Mechanism Concealed File Compartment

Victorian Davenport Desk Lift Top Pop Up Mechanism Concealed File Compartment

Located in Rockaway, NJ

English Victorian Davenport Desk Lift Top Pop Up Mechanism Concealed File Compartment. Beautiful burl wood cabinet.

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Maple, Oak, Burl

Rare Antique 19th century Dutch warm honey color  classic Cylinder Desk
Rare Antique 19th century Dutch warm honey color  classic Cylinder Desk

Rare Antique 19th century Dutch warm honey color classic Cylinder Desk

Located in Casteren, NL

Presented here is a magnificent antique cylinder desk crafted in the heart of the Netherlands during the mid-19th century, around 1850. This meticulously constructed desk was fashion...

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Mid-19th Century Dutch Neoclassical Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Mahogany, Oak

Antique 19th century solid warm brown teak slant front desk with upper cabinet
Antique 19th century solid warm brown teak slant front desk with upper cabinet

Antique 19th century solid warm brown teak slant front desk with upper cabinet

Located in Casteren, NL

This slant-front secretary with upper cabinet is an impressive example of colonial furniture craftsmanship, made from solid teak in Indonesia after an English model. The piece consis...

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Late 19th Century Indonesian Victorian Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique 18th century English light warm brown oak Georgian slant front desk
Antique 18th century English light warm brown oak Georgian slant front desk

Antique 18th century English light warm brown oak Georgian slant front desk

Located in Casteren, NL

This English slant-front secretary, dating from around 1760–1780, is a fine example of Georgian craftsmanship. The case is constructed with quarter-sawn European summer oak, giving t...

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Late 18th Century George II Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Tulipwood Kingwood and Ebony Drop Front Desk
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Tulipwood Kingwood and Ebony Drop Front Desk

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Tulipwood Kingwood and Ebony Drop Front Desk

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A very handsome and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI St. tulipwood, kingwood and ebony drop front desk. The desk is raised by four square columns joined by a bottom tier an...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Ormolu

Antique 19th century warm brown oak Dutch Lectern or portable desk writing box
Antique 19th century warm brown oak Dutch Lectern or portable desk writing box

Antique 19th century warm brown oak Dutch Lectern or portable desk writing box

Located in Casteren, NL

This exquisite antique writing box was meticulously handcrafted using traditional joinery techniques, with beautifully visible dovetail joints at the corners. Made in the Southern Ne...

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Early 19th Century Dutch Empire Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Steel

Edwardian, Tall Secretaire, Black Lacquer, Bronze, Abalone Inlay, Marble, 1880s
Edwardian, Tall Secretaire, Black Lacquer, Bronze, Abalone Inlay, Marble, 1880s

Edwardian, Tall Secretaire, Black Lacquer, Bronze, Abalone Inlay, Marble, 1880s

Located in Stamford, CT

This spectacular Napoleon III Bouille inlaid And bronze-mounted Abattant chest desk has been meticulously refinished and hand rubbed French polished to its original form. Having wond...

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Late 19th Century Napoleon III Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut

Mid 19th Century Italian Slant Front Desk with Marquetry Banding Hand Crafted
Mid 19th Century Italian Slant Front Desk with Marquetry Banding Hand Crafted

Mid 19th Century Italian Slant Front Desk with Marquetry Banding Hand Crafted

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Spectacular Mid 19th Century Italian Desk that has just had a minor restoration. Basically a removal of the old finish and a new lacquer application.

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Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Leather, Ebony, Satinwood, Pine, Black Walnut

Fine Chinoiserie Decorated 2 Drawer Table Circa 1900
Fine Chinoiserie Decorated 2 Drawer Table Circa 1900

Fine Chinoiserie Decorated 2 Drawer Table Circa 1900

By Waring & Gillow

Located in Dereham, GB

Fine Chinoiserie decorated 2 Drawer Table Cream in colour Top with Painted line & foliage, 2 concave shaped Drawers with: Chinoiserie Decoration with Figure in boat, House , Tr...

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Early 1900s British Chinoiserie Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Lacquer

Chinese Reeded Leg Painting Table, 19th Century
Chinese Reeded Leg Painting Table, 19th Century

Chinese Reeded Leg Painting Table, 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

The legs and apron are carved with a reeded texture of repeating ridges, a subtle nod to early Chinese furniture made of bent bamboo. Darkened by lacquer with a great patina, the imp...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Elm

Vintage Chippendale Revival Secretary, Glazed Bookcase Top, Refinished Black
Vintage Chippendale Revival Secretary, Glazed Bookcase Top, Refinished Black

Vintage Chippendale Revival Secretary, Glazed Bookcase Top, Refinished Black

Located in Rolling Hills Estates, CA

A glazed bookcase top, crowned by a swan-neck pediment with a turned urn-and-flame finial, sits over a serpentine fall-front desk with four graduated drawers on ball-and-claw front f...

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Early 20th Century Chippendale Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Scandinavian Extendable Writing or Dining Table with Drawer, Early 20th Century
Scandinavian Extendable Writing or Dining Table with Drawer, Early 20th Century

Scandinavian Extendable Writing or Dining Table with Drawer, Early 20th Century

Located in Odense, DK

Presenting a charming Scandinavian freestanding desk or dining table dating from the early 20th century. This versatile piece features a warm wooden tabletop combined with a contrast...

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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Wood

Pens - Three Parker pens
Pens - Three Parker pens

Pens - Three Parker pens

$274Sale Price / set|50% Off

Pens - Three Parker pens

Located in Porto, PT

Pens - Three Parker pens. Cases containing: a set of fountain pens and a ballpoint pen; and a single fountain pen (IIT SONNET and U nibs). Both with Chinese lacquer; tortoiseshell im...

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Early 20th Century French Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Lacquer

Pens - Waterman Pen
Pens - Waterman Pen

Pens - Waterman Pen

$137Sale Price|50% Off

Pens - Waterman Pen

Located in Porto, PT

Pens - Waterman Pen. Case containing one 18kt gold nib pen; Cognac Marble Lacquer model; with tortoiseshell-like lacquer. France. Dimensions: 13 cm.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Gold

Pens - Four pens
Pens - Four pens

Pens - Four pens

$137Sale Price / set|50% Off

Pens - Four pens

Located in Porto, PT

Pens - Four pens. Case with 2 'Ronson' pens with nibs; one with Chinese lacquer and a 14kt gold nib, and the other with pink celluloid and an iridium nib. And a case with two ballpoi...

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Early 20th Century German Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Gold

Pens - Eight Parker pens
Pens - Eight Parker pens

Pens - Eight Parker pens

$343Sale Price / set|50% Off

Pens - Eight Parker pens

Located in Porto, PT

Pens - Eight Parker pens. Set of pens; 3 vintage nib pens and one marker; with blue and black resin barrel; one nib pen with 14kt gold plating; silver plated; one ballpoint pen in Ch...

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Early 20th Century French Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Gold

Pens - Waterman Pen; Laureate
Pens - Waterman Pen; Laureate

Pens - Waterman Pen; Laureate

$240Sale Price|50% Off

Pens - Waterman Pen; Laureate

Located in Porto, PT

Pens - Waterman pen; Laureate. Box with one F nib pen, plated; in grey marble-effect lacquer. France. Dimensions: 13 cm.

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Marble

19th Century French Louis XV Style Bureau Plat
19th Century French Louis XV Style Bureau Plat

19th Century French Louis XV Style Bureau Plat

Located in Houston, TX

19th Century French bureau plat featuring a high-gloss black" lacquer like" painted finish, bronze ormolu, black leather top and two drawers.

Category

19th Century French Louis XV Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Pens - Waterman 'Expert Blue' Pen
Pens - Waterman 'Expert Blue' Pen

Pens - Waterman 'Expert Blue' Pen

$137Sale Price|50% Off

Pens - Waterman 'Expert Blue' Pen

Located in Porto, PT

Pens - Waterman 'Expert Blue' pen. France; early 20th century; blue Chinese lacquer nib with gold plating. With box, no papers. Max. dimensions: 14 cm.

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Lacquer Desk

Materials

Gold

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Antique Lacquer Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique lacquer desk you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, brass and metal, every antique lacquer desk was constructed with great care. There are 21 variations of the antique or vintage antique lacquer desk you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without an antique lacquer desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique lacquer desk, those designed in Louis XVI, Arts and Crafts and Empire styles are of considerable interest. A well-made antique lacquer desk has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Davidson, Ken Petersen and Kittinger Furniture Company are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Lacquer Desk?

An antique lacquer desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,750, while the lowest priced sells for $495 and the highest can go for as much as $48,268.

Questions About Antique Lacquer Desk

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique Davenport desk is a small writing desk, usually with four drawers on one side. The desk would have elaborately decorated supports and a recessed space for adequate legroom. Shop a collection of Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Davenport desk is a type of small desk with a distinct inclined desktop. The desktop covers a large storage compartment meant for keeping paper and other writing materials. Popular in the 19th century, Davenport desks are still sought after today. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What antique desks are called depends on their design. A desk with chair cutouts on both sides is a partner desk, while one with a pull-down writing surface is a secretary. On a Davenport desk, the desktop lifts to reveal a storage area. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
    Antique desks are generally 100 years or older, while vintage desks are at least 20 years old and often reflect a specific design era.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    An antique secretary desk will range in value depending on its authenticity and condition. The price can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. On 1stDibs find the antique secretary desk you’re looking for today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
    Any desk at least 20 years old falls under this broader category, while a mid-century modern desk specifically features the tapered legs and clean lines of 1940s-1960s design.