With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the william writing desk you’re looking for. Frequently made of
wood,
mahogany and
animal skin, every william writing desk was constructed with great care. Find 177 options for an antique or vintage william writing desk now, or shop our selection of 4 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a william writing desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A william writing desk is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in
Mid-Century Modern,
Regency and
Art Deco styles are sought with frequency.
William Earle,
William Watting and
The Standard Furniture Company each produced at least one beautiful william writing desk that is worth considering.
Vintage desks and writing tables span centuries of design. The writing table came first, a simple surface built for correspondence, while the drawered desk followed as record-keeping at home and in the office grew more demanding.
Styles to Know
Any desk at least 20 years old falls under this broader vintage category. If you want a tapered-leg, mid-century look specifically, browse mid-century modern desks; Louis XVI and Art Deco secretary desks bridge the writing-table and desk forms. A vintage table lamp adds task lighting to either.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Piece
Writing tables often carry little to no storage of their own, so a separate file cabinet or desk organizer may be worth planning for, alongside a close look at the surface dimensions against the space available. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and every purchase is covered by the 1stDibs Promise.