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Distressed Antique Desk

Georgian Mahogany Chippendale Armchair c.1780–1800 Painted Distressed Desk Chair
Georgian Mahogany Chippendale Armchair c.1780–1800 Painted Distressed Desk Chair

Georgian Mahogany Chippendale Armchair c.1780–1800 Painted Distressed Desk Chair

Located in Leeds, GB

Georgian Mahogany Chippendale Armchair c.1780–1800, Painted Distressed Desk Chair A Georgian period mahogany armchair dating from the late eighteenth century, circa 1780–1800, of el...

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Late 18th Century English Chippendale Distressed Antique Desk

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Mahogany

Antique French Country Primitive Black Distress Painted 1 Drawer Desk Work Table
Antique French Country Primitive Black Distress Painted 1 Drawer Desk Work Table

Antique French Country Primitive Black Distress Painted 1 Drawer Desk Work Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique French Country Primitive Black Distress Painted 1 Drawer Desk Work Table. Item features wooden plank top, black distress painted base, glass drawer pull, 1 drawer, tapered le...

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Late 19th Century Primitive Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

French Rococo Louis XV Distress Paint Dressing Table Vanity Ladies Writing Desk
French Rococo Louis XV Distress Paint Dressing Table Vanity Ladies Writing Desk

French Rococo Louis XV Distress Paint Dressing Table Vanity Ladies Writing Desk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique French Rococo Louis XV Style Distress Painted Dressing Table / Writing Desk. Item features a shaped turtle top with diamond sunburst veneer, single hand dovetailed drawer, pu...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Louis XV Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Antique French Primitive Rustic Green Distress Painted Flip Top Wood School Desk
Antique French Primitive Rustic Green Distress Painted Flip Top Wood School Desk

Antique French Primitive Rustic Green Distress Painted Flip Top Wood School Desk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique French Country Primitive Green Distress Painted Double Flip Top Wooden School Desk with Cast Iron Accent Supports.

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Late 19th Century Primitive Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish Writing Desk
19th Century Swedish Writing Desk

19th Century Swedish Writing Desk

Located in Atlanta, GA

Finished in a soft, hand-applied white paint with a distressed patina, the desk exudes an authentic, timeworn charm that highlights the natural wood beneath.

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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Pine

Edwardian Maple & Co Pedestal Writing Desk Distressed Brown Embossed Leather
Edwardian Maple & Co Pedestal Writing Desk Distressed Brown Embossed Leather

Edwardian Maple & Co Pedestal Writing Desk Distressed Brown Embossed Leather

By Maple & Co.

Located in Pulborough, GB

Its distressed brown embossed leather top adds an old-world charm to the desk, and the quality craftsmanship is evident in the detailing.

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19th Century British Edwardian Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Hardwood

French Neoclassical Distressed Leather & Walnut Dressing Table or Desk Chair
French Neoclassical Distressed Leather & Walnut Dressing Table or Desk Chair

French Neoclassical Distressed Leather & Walnut Dressing Table or Desk Chair

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Beautiful aged French leather and walnut neoclassical desk or boudoir dressing table chair, in original leather with lovely brass tacking and stunning bronze jabots, with an acanthus...

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19th Century French Neoclassical Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

Gustavian, Swedish Secretaire Desk, White Paint, Pinewood, Sweden, 1900s
Gustavian, Swedish Secretaire Desk, White Paint, Pinewood, Sweden, 1900s

Gustavian, Swedish Secretaire Desk, White Paint, Pinewood, Sweden, 1900s

Located in Stamford, CT

This example features a white paint distressed finish. The top portion of the cabinet flips down to reveal a light green paint distressed writing desk.

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Early 1900s Swedish Gustavian Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Paint

18th/19th Century French Provincial Religious Oratory Sacristy Cabinet
18th/19th Century French Provincial Religious Oratory Sacristy Cabinet

18th/19th Century French Provincial Religious Oratory Sacristy Cabinet

Located in Forney, TX

Over a slant-front with star parquetry, the hinged drop-front opens to reveal a distressed leather writing desk / lectern / pulpit on which the holy books can be laid open and allows...

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Late 18th Century French French Provincial Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Iron

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Wooden Counter with Distressed Paint
Wooden Counter with Distressed Paint

Wooden Counter with Distressed Paint

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H 39.38 in W 51.19 in D 22.45 in

Wooden Counter with Distressed Paint

Located in Ulft, Gelderland

This antique wooden counter has multiple layers of old paint which gives a nice patina. It features one drawer and one shelve.

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19th Century Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Antique Swedish Rococo Style Writing Desk  Early 20th Century
Antique Swedish Rococo Style Writing Desk  Early 20th Century

Antique Swedish Rococo Style Writing Desk Early 20th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Antique Swedish Rococo Style writing desk in Black distressed paint finish, cabriole legs, five drawers with lovely carved brass hardware, simple half round top edge.

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Early 20th Century Swedish Rococo Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Antique Swedish Baroque Slant Front Desk Painted, Early 19th Century
Antique Swedish Baroque Slant Front Desk Painted, Early 19th Century

Antique Swedish Baroque Slant Front Desk Painted, Early 19th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Terrific antique Swedish period painted slant front desk refreshed distressed greyish- white with bone pulls on the upper compartments.

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Early 19th Century Swedish Baroque Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

French Farmhouse Painted Distressed Desk c.1920's
French Farmhouse Painted Distressed Desk c.1920's

French Farmhouse Painted Distressed Desk c.1920's

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H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in

French Farmhouse Painted Distressed Desk c.1920's

Located in London, GB

This French farmhouse painted distressed desk, dates back to the 1920's and exudes French provincial charm.

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1920s French French Provincial Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Pine, Paint

Black Desk Chair, Sweden
Black Desk Chair, Sweden

Black Desk Chair, Sweden

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H 29.8 in W 22 in D 17.2 in

Black Desk Chair, Sweden

Located in New York, NY

A black painted and distressed desk chair made in Sweden during, circa 1850.

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1850s Swedish Folk Art Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Birch

1920s General Fireproofing Desk with Distressed Patina
1920s General Fireproofing Desk with Distressed Patina

1920s General Fireproofing Desk with Distressed Patina

By General Fireproofing Company

Located in Alhambra, CA

Very early model single pedestal tanker desk by General Fireproofing, c. 1920s. Its incredible patina is a combination of several layers of paint distressed over decades.

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Early 20th Century American Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Steel

Antique American Gray Distress Painted 1 Drawer Small Work Table Desk
Antique American Gray Distress Painted 1 Drawer Small Work Table Desk

Antique American Gray Distress Painted 1 Drawer Small Work Table Desk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique American gray distress painted one drawer small work table desk.

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Early 20th Century North American Primitive Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Distressed Painted Vanity/Desk by Maison Jansen
Distressed Painted Vanity/Desk by Maison Jansen

Distressed Painted Vanity/Desk by Maison Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in Stamford, CT

An elegant and extrodinary hand-carved vanity desk, circa 1920s, the mirrored top over a frieze fitted with a single drawer, above a case fitted with a two-door cabinet, flanked on e...

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Early 20th Century French Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood, Glass

18th c. Gustavian Swedish Desk with Distressed Finish
18th c. Gustavian Swedish Desk with Distressed Finish

18th c. Gustavian Swedish Desk with Distressed Finish

Located in Dallas, TX

18th c. Gustavian Swedish Desk with Distressed Paint Finish. Lockable Drop-front Desk with three drawers below.

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19th Century Swedish Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

industrial Desk
industrial Desk

industrial Desk

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H 33 in W 72 in D 35 in

industrial Desk

Located in Surrey, BC

Great early foremans desk with heavy distressed top and green over paint on red base, with 6 drawers and bottom shelf

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Early 20th Century American Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Steel

Vintage Green Desk
Vintage Green Desk

Vintage Green Desk

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H 30 in W 72 in D 30 in

Vintage Green Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Add a charming, vintage touch to your space with this rustic green desk. Featuring a distressed finish and a single functional drawer, this piece is perfect for both decorative and p...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Pine Stand-Up Desk
Pine Stand-Up Desk

Pine Stand-Up Desk

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H 37 in W 37 in D 25 in

Pine Stand-Up Desk

Located in Baltimore, MD

An unusual stand-up desk featuring a distressed white painted base with replaced top from reclaimed pine.

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Early 20th Century Hungarian Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Pine

Campaign Desk from England, circa 1910
Campaign Desk from England, circa 1910

Campaign Desk from England, circa 1910

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H 29.25 in W 52.25 in D 27 in

Campaign Desk from England, circa 1910

Located in Miami, FL

Distressed black Campaign desk from England. Recently refinished in black with polished brass details.

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Early 20th Century Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Industrial Steel Roll Top Desk
Antique Industrial Steel Roll Top Desk

Antique Industrial Steel Roll Top Desk

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H 48 in W 44 in D 26.5 in

Antique Industrial Steel Roll Top Desk

Located in Oakville, CT

Vintage Industrial Distressed Steel & Brass Roll Top Desk Overall Dimensions: 26 1/2" deep x 44" wide x 48" high Desk Space: 20" deep x 26" wide x 27 1/2" high Inside & Top Drawer...

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Early 20th Century Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Brass, Steel

Late 19th Century Swedish Black Painted Pine Desk
Late 19th Century Swedish Black Painted Pine Desk

Late 19th Century Swedish Black Painted Pine Desk

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H 29.5 in W 42.5 in D 26.5 in

Late 19th Century Swedish Black Painted Pine Desk

Located in Round Top, TX

Late 19th-century Swedish pine desk with an old black painted finish that has been distressed over time.

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Late 19th Century Swedish French Provincial Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Pine, Paint

Adams Style Vernis Martin Paint Decorated Antique Cylinder Desk
Adams Style Vernis Martin Paint Decorated Antique Cylinder Desk

Adams Style Vernis Martin Paint Decorated Antique Cylinder Desk

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Antique Adams style distressed paint decorated cylinder desk. Roll top desk containing storage, 2 drawers and a pull out writing surface over 1 drawer and 2 doors containing 1 shelf.

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Early 20th Century Adam Style Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Antique American Country Industrial Distressed Painted Workbench
Antique American Country Industrial Distressed Painted Workbench

Antique American Country Industrial Distressed Painted Workbench

Located in Forney, TX

An antique American rustic industrial workbench desk. Stamped: USA, AF(eligible) 1059.9. Possibly USA Armed Forces or Air Force.

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood, Paint

French 1920s Louis XVI-Style Painted Vanity Desk
French 1920s Louis XVI-Style Painted Vanity Desk

French 1920s Louis XVI-Style Painted Vanity Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Paint finish is naturally distressed. This wonderful desk is sturdy and sound, ready for many more years of use and enjoyment.

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1920s French Louis XVI Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

19th Century French Provincial Antique Ecritoire in Patinated Wood
19th Century French Provincial Antique Ecritoire in Patinated Wood

19th Century French Provincial Antique Ecritoire in Patinated Wood

Located in High Point, NC

This antique ecritoire was crafted in 19th century France. A heavily distressed wooden ecritoire, this desk organizer flaunts a spacious case with an elegant slant top and a subtle c...

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19th Century French French Provincial Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

1800s French Antique Patinated Ecritoire
1800s French Antique Patinated Ecritoire

1800s French Antique Patinated Ecritoire

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H 11.6 in W 27.4 in D 17.5 in

1800s French Antique Patinated Ecritoire

Located in High Point, NC

This antique ecritoire was crafted in France, circa 1800. A heavily distressed wooden ecritoire, this desk organizer flaunts a spacious case with an elegant slant top and a striking ...

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19th Century French French Provincial Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Metal

19th Century Distressed Spanish Carved Wood Dining Table or Writing Desk
19th Century Distressed Spanish Carved Wood Dining Table or Writing Desk

19th Century Distressed Spanish Carved Wood Dining Table or Writing Desk

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Rich in character early 19th century Spanish dining table or writing desk having beautiful carvings on the periphery of the top as well as the apron all the way around.

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Early 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Petite Writing Desk Games Console Dressing Table Cabriole Leg Distressed Finish
Petite Writing Desk Games Console Dressing Table Cabriole Leg Distressed Finish

Petite Writing Desk Games Console Dressing Table Cabriole Leg Distressed Finish

Located in Forest Grove, PA

Both drawers are 2 1/4 inches tall. Distressed dark walnut finish with cabriole legs.

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Early 20th Century French Rustic Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Walnut

Swedish Rococo Period Slant Front Desk Painted in Black with Distressed Finish
Swedish Rococo Period Slant Front Desk Painted in Black with Distressed Finish

Swedish Rococo Period Slant Front Desk Painted in Black with Distressed Finish

Located in Atlanta, GA

The skirt is discreetly carved on three of the sides. The desk has been repainted in black with a nicely distressed appearance complimenting the piece beautifully.

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18th Century Swedish Rococo Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Iron

Antique Rustic Pine Table
Antique Rustic Pine Table

Antique Rustic Pine Table

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H 30.5 in W 37 in D 24.5 in

Antique Rustic Pine Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Appropriate size to be used as a small work table, island or even desk. Lightwood distressed finish showing natural wear and blemishes throughout.

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Early 20th Century American Rustic Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Pine

Oversized Northern Italian 19th Century Secretaire
Oversized Northern Italian 19th Century Secretaire

Oversized Northern Italian 19th Century Secretaire

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Bureau bookcase, or secretaire, of burled olivewood, having serpentine bonnet top, over double cupboard doors of distressed mirror, its slant front desk opens to reveal outfitted int...

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19th Century Italian Distressed Antique Desk

Krieger Leather Chair
Krieger Leather Chair

Krieger Leather Chair

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H 32.25 in W 22.5 in D 22.5 in

Krieger Leather Chair

Located in Houston, TX

The rich leather has a worn and distressed look. This desk chair is comfortable because of its round shape.

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Late 19th Century French Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Leather, Wood

19th Century Oak Metal-Top Refectory Dining Table
19th Century Oak Metal-Top Refectory Dining Table

19th Century Oak Metal-Top Refectory Dining Table

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H 31.75 in W 79.75 in D 29.3 in

19th Century Oak Metal-Top Refectory Dining Table

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Multipurpose table which could even be used as a desk. Distressed metal top with great color. Two drawers with later handles to front.

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Oak

19th Century Original Painted Swedish Secretary Dated 1807
19th Century Original Painted Swedish Secretary Dated 1807

19th Century Original Painted Swedish Secretary Dated 1807

Located in Round Top, TX

Age-related wear including nicks, scratches, minor gouges, exterior desk cracks/distress, side distress, and small areas of age-related separation are present and consistent with a p...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

Burled Walnut English Writing Kneehole Desk with Distressed Embossed Leather Top
Burled Walnut English Writing Kneehole Desk with Distressed Embossed Leather Top

Burled Walnut English Writing Kneehole Desk with Distressed Embossed Leather Top

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a rare size for a beautiful English desk. This kneehole desk has fantastic burled walnut and its original distressed leather writing surface.

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1920s English Georgian Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Distress Painted Louis XVI Style Carved Writing Desk or Console, circa 1920
Distress Painted Louis XVI Style Carved Writing Desk or Console, circa 1920

Distress Painted Louis XVI Style Carved Writing Desk or Console, circa 1920

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Elegant French Distress Finished Writing Desk or Console table in the Louis XVI taste.

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Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Swedish Gustavian style writing desk (20th Century, painted, distress)
Swedish Gustavian style writing desk (20th Century, painted, distress)

Swedish Gustavian style writing desk (20th Century, painted, distress)

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H 30.32 in W 45.67 in D 25.01 in L 30.32 in

Swedish Gustavian style writing desk (20th Century, painted, distress)

Located in Kvidinge, SE

An early 20th century Swedish Gustavian desk made of solid pine. It has been painted in a beige shade on a reddish base, skillfully scraped to achieve an antique, distress look with ...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Pine Drop Front Secretary Cabinet/ Distressed
Antique Pine Drop Front Secretary Cabinet/ Distressed

Antique Pine Drop Front Secretary Cabinet/ Distressed

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A tall cabinet with a banded drop front opening to seven drawers and a center open shelf flanked by turned balusters in relief. The lower case with double doors and a single shelf i...

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19th Century Rustic Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Pine

18th Century White Swedish Gustavian Desk
18th Century White Swedish Gustavian Desk

18th Century White Swedish Gustavian Desk

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H 29.93 in W 38.98 in D 24.02 in

18th Century White Swedish Gustavian Desk

Located in Kramfors, SE

Swedish Gustavian desk with white distressed paint. The table is from the late 18th century, circa 1790-1800.

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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Pine

18th to 19th Century American Walnut Parquetry Desk
18th to 19th Century American Walnut Parquetry Desk

18th to 19th Century American Walnut Parquetry Desk

Located in San Francisco, CA

18th to 19th century American walnut parquetry desk Antique American writing desk with six full length drawers The desk measures 42.5" wide x 25" deep x 30" high The desk sh...

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Late 18th Century American Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Walnut

Swedish 1860s Painted Wood Desk with Dark Patina and Reeded Drawer
Swedish 1860s Painted Wood Desk with Dark Patina and Reeded Drawer

Swedish 1860s Painted Wood Desk with Dark Patina and Reeded Drawer

Located in Atlanta, GA

Boasting a distressed appearance, the desk is raised on four turned legs.

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Swedish Gustavian Style 1850s Painted Desk with Single Drawer and Carved Apron
Swedish Gustavian Style 1850s Painted Desk with Single Drawer and Carved Apron

Swedish Gustavian Style 1850s Painted Desk with Single Drawer and Carved Apron

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Swedish Gustavian style wooden desk circa 1850 with carved apron, single drawer, tapered legs and distressed finish.

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Antique Large Oak English Partners Desk with 9 Drawers and Green Leather Top
Antique Large Oak English Partners Desk with 9 Drawers and Green Leather Top

Antique Large Oak English Partners Desk with 9 Drawers and Green Leather Top

Located in Round Top, TX

Please examine photos to understand distress level of top. This desk is being sold in as is, used condition (how we found it in Europe).

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Early 20th Century English Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

19th Century Italian Two-Drawer Desk or Writing Table
19th Century Italian Two-Drawer Desk or Writing Table

19th Century Italian Two-Drawer Desk or Writing Table

Located in Houston, TX

Northern Italian two-drawer carved walnut desk with distressed gilt embossed green leather top.

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19th Century Italian Renaissance Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Walnut

18th Century French Painted Writing Desk
18th Century French Painted Writing Desk

18th Century French Painted Writing Desk

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H 39.77 in W 51.19 in D 23.63 in

18th Century French Painted Writing Desk

Located in London, Park Royal

18th century, French, Louis XVI writing desk/scriban decorated with hand carved, swathes of laurel leaf across the top section and drawers, painted in two tones of French grey with w...

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18th Century French Louis XVI Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish or Gustavian Secretary Desk
19th Century Swedish or Gustavian Secretary Desk

19th Century Swedish or Gustavian Secretary Desk

Located in San Francisco, CA

Antique distressed Swedish or Gustavian secretary desk that consists of two doors and a drawer on the lower potion, a bookcase on the top and a writing surface that drops down to rev...

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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

Early 18th Century Venetian Baroque Chinoiserie Painted Desk or Commode
Early 18th Century Venetian Baroque Chinoiserie Painted Desk or Commode

Early 18th Century Venetian Baroque Chinoiserie Painted Desk or Commode

Located in Troy, NY

Desk with beautifully distressed chinoiserie decoration, with a later fitted interior to accommodate extensive silverware, labeled in German.

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Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Poplar, Pine

19th Century Rare antique Northern Swedish  pine Secretary clock desk  country
19th Century Rare antique Northern Swedish  pine Secretary clock desk  country

19th Century Rare antique Northern Swedish pine Secretary clock desk country

Located in Boden, SE

A good example of old ingenuity and compact living this piece combines three functions in one – clock, desk and cabinet. Made in pine and dry scraped by hand to the original paint wi...

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Early 1800s Swedish Gustavian Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Pine

1820s Original Biedermaier Desk, Distressed
1820s Original Biedermaier Desk, Distressed

1820s Original Biedermaier Desk, Distressed

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H 41.74 in W 63.39 in D 37.41 in

1820s Original Biedermaier Desk, Distressed

Located in Cimelice, Czech republic

Distressed Biedermaier desk from Austria, circa 1820s.

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19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood, Cherry

1920s General Fireproofing Tanker Desk with Distressed Patina
1920s General Fireproofing Tanker Desk with Distressed Patina

1920s General Fireproofing Tanker Desk with Distressed Patina

By General Fireproofing Company

Located in Alhambra, CA

Very early model single pedestal tanker desk by General Fireproofing, circa 1920s. Its incredible patina is a combination of several layers of paint distressed over decades.

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1920s American Industrial Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Brass, Steel

Jacobean Revival Distressed Solid Oak Knee Hole Desk
Jacobean Revival Distressed Solid Oak Knee Hole Desk

Jacobean Revival Distressed Solid Oak Knee Hole Desk

Located in Darwen, GB

A Jacobean Revival distressed solid oak knee hole desk. The solid oak rectangular top with an inset pale green gilt and blind tooled leather writing surface, with a dentil moulded ed...

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1920s Jacobean Distressed Antique Desk

Perfectly Distressed c1900 Arts and Crafts Period 2-Drawer Desk
Perfectly Distressed c1900 Arts and Crafts Period 2-Drawer Desk

Perfectly Distressed c1900 Arts and Crafts Period 2-Drawer Desk

Located in New York, NY

This desk is trashed, and I mean it in a good way. This desk appears as if it was salvaged from Jackson Pollocks studio with all of its wonderful splashes of paint here and there. ...

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Early 20th Century American Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

Vintage Double School Desk, Pinewood
Vintage Double School Desk, Pinewood

Vintage Double School Desk, Pinewood

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H 35.83 in W 48.82 in D 23.63 in

Vintage Double School Desk, Pinewood

Located in Ulft, Gelderland

Double school desk in distressed black painted pine wood. With enamel number, a shelve and two lids.

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Early 20th Century Belgian Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Pine

Antique Swedish Painted Baroque Slant Front Desk, Late 18th Century
Antique Swedish Painted Baroque Slant Front Desk, Late 18th Century

Antique Swedish Painted Baroque Slant Front Desk, Late 18th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Antique Swedish baroque slant front desk late 18th century Lovely smaller scale desk, refreshed in Swedish white distressed finish.

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Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Antique French Walnut Writing Table
Antique French Walnut Writing Table

Antique French Walnut Writing Table

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H 30 in W 43 in D 25 in

Antique French Walnut Writing Table

Located in Port Chester, NY

Excellent example of a country, chunky, distressed walnut desk. One drawer with a hand-wrought ring-pull.

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19th Century French Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Walnut

Distressed Two Person School Desk, circa 1900
Distressed Two Person School Desk, circa 1900

Distressed Two Person School Desk, circa 1900

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H 29.9 in W 47.2 in D 19.2 in

Distressed Two Person School Desk, circa 1900

Located in Raalte, NL

Handmade two-person school desk from Belgium, circa 1900, it has a great patina because the use and age. The measurements are, Depth 49 cm/ 19.2 inch. Width 120 cm/ 47.2 inch. ...

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Early 20th Century Belgian Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

George III Style Solid Mahogany and Distressed Worn Leather Desk  Armchair
George III Style Solid Mahogany and Distressed Worn Leather Desk  Armchair

George III Style Solid Mahogany and Distressed Worn Leather Desk Armchair

Located in Pau, FR

Lovely antique solid mahogany George III style desk armchair, with distressed worn hand dyed leather upholstery, nailhead trim and shaped arms.

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Early 20th Century English George II Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Black Leather Top Writing Desk Or Side Table
Black Leather Top Writing Desk Or Side Table

Black Leather Top Writing Desk Or Side Table

Located in Santa Rosa, CA

Great looking straight lined side table or small writing desk with distressed black leather top and one drawer.

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19th Century Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Pine, Leather

19th Century Distressed Turned Leg Table
19th Century Distressed Turned Leg Table

19th Century Distressed Turned Leg Table

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H 30 in W 36 in D 17.75 in

19th Century Distressed Turned Leg Table

Located in 3 Oaks, MI

Amazing surface and patina. Beautifully beaten primitive painted pine single drawer table. Fantastic turned legs.

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19th Century American Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Iron

Small French Desk
Small French Desk

Small French Desk

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H 30 in W 31 in D 15 in

Small French Desk

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Distressed French desk with original paint.

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Early 1900s European Distressed Antique Desk

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Located in Incline Village, NV

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Late 19th Century French Rustic Farmhouse Pine Three-Drawer Writing Table
Late 19th Century French Rustic Farmhouse Pine Three-Drawer Writing Table

Late 19th Century French Rustic Farmhouse Pine Three-Drawer Writing Table

Located in Astoria, NY

A late 19th-century French rustic farmhouse writing table crafted from solid pine, sourced in Provence, France. The table features a rectangular plank top above three drawers of vary...

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1880s French French Provincial Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Pine

19th Century French Painted Counter
19th Century French Painted Counter

19th Century French Painted Counter

$6,490

H 35.83 in W 100.4 in D 24.81 in

19th Century French Painted Counter

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

19th Century French black painted counter. Panelled front with shelves / cupboards on the other side. With scrubbed wooden top.

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19th Century French French Provincial Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood, Paint

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Antique Hand-Painted Floral Writing Desk

Antique Hand-Painted Floral Writing Desk

$800

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Antique Hand-Painted Floral Writing Desk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This beautiful and unique writing desk is rustic yet utilitarian, and would work well as either a decorative piece or as a genuine work space in an apartment, office, or bedroom. Pla...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown French Provincial Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Swedish Painted Pine Farm Table Console
Early 19th Century Swedish Painted Pine Farm Table Console

Early 19th Century Swedish Painted Pine Farm Table Console

Located in Round Top, TX

Early 19th-century Swedish pine farm table or console retaining layers of historic paint. The top shows remnants of an old painted surface in shades of taupe with black revealed bene...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Country Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood, Pine, Paint

19th C American Cherry Plantation Desk Country Secretary Fall Front
19th C American Cherry Plantation Desk Country Secretary Fall Front

19th C American Cherry Plantation Desk Country Secretary Fall Front

Located in Louisville, KY

This mid-19th century American cherry plantation desk, also known as a country secretary or fall-front desk, offers a refined balance of form, function, and warm natural materials. ...

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Mid-19th Century American Country Distressed Antique Desk

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Brass

Unique Venetian Italian Paint Decorated Secretary Desk with Bookcase Circa 1890s
Unique Venetian Italian Paint Decorated Secretary Desk with Bookcase Circa 1890s

Unique Venetian Italian Paint Decorated Secretary Desk with Bookcase Circa 1890s

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This Venetian Italian paint decorated secretary desk with bookcase, circa 1890s, is a remarkable example of hand-crafted artistry and old-world European charm. Exuding the opulence a...

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1890s Italian Neoclassical Revival Distressed Antique Desk

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Walnut

Antique Swedish Demi Lune Console or Wall Table, Round with Black Paint
Antique Swedish Demi Lune Console or Wall Table, Round with Black Paint

Antique Swedish Demi Lune Console or Wall Table, Round with Black Paint

Located in Kramfors, SE

Antique Swedish console table or wall table from the mid 1800s. The table is a Demi lune, shaped like a half circle, and has four sculptural legs and a drawer in the apron. From nort...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Pine

19thC Ebonised English Pine Work Table / Kitchen Island
19thC Ebonised English Pine Work Table / Kitchen Island

19thC Ebonised English Pine Work Table / Kitchen Island

$12,230

H 35.83 in W 69.49 in D 35.83 in L 35.83 in

19thC Ebonised English Pine Work Table / Kitchen Island

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1890 19thC Ebonised English Pine Work Table / Kitchen Island sku 2237 W176.5 x D91 x H91 cm Weight 58Kg

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19th Century Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Pine

19th Century Black Wooden Side Table with Drawer, France
19th Century Black Wooden Side Table with Drawer, France

19th Century Black Wooden Side Table with Drawer, France

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A charming 19th‑century French side table, this petite piece combines elegance with the quiet character of age. Crafted in wood and finished in a deep black tone, it features a scall...

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19th Century French French Provincial Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

19th Century Original Red Painted Swedish Pine Farm Table Console
19th Century Original Red Painted Swedish Pine Farm Table Console

19th Century Original Red Painted Swedish Pine Farm Table Console

Located in Round Top, TX

19th-century Swedish pine farm table retaining its original red painted surface and traditional country form. The table features tapered legs and a single drawer fitted with a drop p...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Country Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood, Pine

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Niccolini Venetian Rococo Hand Painted Bombay Secretary Desk Signed 20thC

Niccolini Venetian Rococo Hand Painted Bombay Secretary Desk Signed 20thC

$6,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 94.25 in W 46.75 in D 21.75 in

Niccolini Venetian Rococo Hand Painted Bombay Secretary Desk Signed 20thC

Located in Big Flats, NY

This distinguished Niccolini Venetian Rococo secretary desk, originating from the 20th century, is a testament to exquisite Italian craftsmanship and decorative artistry. The piece i...

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20th Century Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

18th Century French Primitive Pine Dining Table / Desk with a Drawer
18th Century French Primitive Pine Dining Table / Desk with a Drawer

18th Century French Primitive Pine Dining Table / Desk with a Drawer

Located in Odense, DK

A very fine 18th century primitive pine table from the, crafted by a Danish cabinetmaker. The tabletop showcases the warm tones and subtle grain of pine, with a patina that has devel...

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Mid-18th Century French Primitive Distressed Antique Desk

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Iron

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Antique Queen Anne Secretary Desk 19th Century

Antique Queen Anne Secretary Desk 19th Century

$1,312Sale Price|25% Off

H 39.5 in W 25.25 in D 18.13 in

Antique Queen Anne Secretary Desk 19th Century

Located in Fulton, CA

A 19th century Queen Anne secretary desk crafted in solid mahogany with flame mahogany detail. Fitted interior with pigeon hole and drawer storage. Nice glow to finish and patina. Be...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Queen Anne Distressed Antique Desk

Materials

Mahogany

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Located in London, GB

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the distressed antique desk you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, cherry and hardwood, every distressed antique desk was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect distressed antique desk — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each distressed antique desk bearing Georgian, Louis XV or Louis XVI hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one distressed antique desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Maison Jansen produced versions that are worth a look.

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The average selling price for a distressed antique desk at 1stDibs is $2,225, while they’re typically $550 on the low end and $5,800 for the highest priced.

Questions About Distressed Antique 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.