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Vintage Italian Painted Drop-Leaf Desk
Vintage Italian Painted Drop-Leaf Desk

Vintage Italian Painted Drop-Leaf Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Style: Italian Provincial Materials: Painted Wood

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1950s Italian Other Vintage Desks

Materials

Wood

Antique English Leather Top Partners Desk or Library Table
Antique English Leather Top Partners Desk or Library Table

Antique English Leather Top Partners Desk or Library Table

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Handsome 19th century English regency style desk or library table handcrafted in mahogany featuring the original tooled leather top on a case with two drawers on each side with brass...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique Wooden Writing Desk with Architectural Marquetry Dated 1826
Antique Wooden Writing Desk with Architectural Marquetry Dated 1826

Antique Wooden Writing Desk with Architectural Marquetry Dated 1826

Located in London, GB

Exquisite Neoclassical writing desk with elaborate marquetry dated 1826 (in the marquetry) from Southern Germany in walnut, among other wood veneers on an oak structure. The piece of...

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1820s German Neoclassical Antique Desks

Materials

Wood, Oak

Antique Oak S-Roll Top Desk with Full Interior Unsigned C1900
Antique Oak S-Roll Top Desk with Full Interior Unsigned C1900

Antique Oak S-Roll Top Desk with Full Interior Unsigned C1900

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Oak S Roll Top Desk with Full Interior Unsigned C1900 Measures - 50.25"H x 60.25"W x 32"D Thi...

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20th Century Desks

Materials

Oak

Vintage Mid-Century Walnut Executive Desk By Jens Risom
Vintage Mid-Century Walnut Executive Desk By Jens Risom

Vintage Mid-Century Walnut Executive Desk By Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This is stunning Jens Risom walnut executive desk. The piece is incredibly sturdy and features stunning grain patterns. This large desk provides ample storage and work space. Please...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Paul Evans Patchwork Burl and Steel Cityscape Executive Desk, 1970's
Paul Evans Patchwork Burl and Steel Cityscape Executive Desk, 1970's

Paul Evans Patchwork Burl and Steel Cityscape Executive Desk, 1970's

By Paul Evans

Located in Culver City, CA

Some desks hold paper clips. Others hold power. This Paul Evans Cityscape Desk? It’s the power! Designed by the legendary Paul Evans in the 1970s, this monumental, sculptural masterp...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Steel

Hermès “Pippa” Folding Writing Desk with Matching Stool
Hermès “Pippa” Folding Writing Desk with Matching Stool

Hermès “Pippa” Folding Writing Desk with Matching Stool

By Rena Dumas, Peter Coles

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

The iconic Hermès “Pippa” folding writing desk is a superb expression of understated luxury and intelligent design. Inspired by the Maison’s equestrian heritage, it folds into a rema...

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Early 2000s European Campaign Desks

Materials

Leather, Maple

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut Writing Desk
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut Writing Desk

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut Writing Desk

Located in Astoria, NY

A handsome late 19th-century French Napoleon III walnut writing desk, sourced in Provence, France, circa 1870–1880. The rectangular walnut top is framed by a molded edge and displays...

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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Desks

Materials

Brass

Lucite and Natural Walnut floating Desk
Lucite and Natural Walnut floating Desk

Lucite and Natural Walnut floating Desk

Located in Ballard, CA

A highly engineered modernist desk made from a walnut (or oak, mahogany, or rosewood veneer) case “floating” on a Lucite base, which is affixed by custom-designed hardware. Custom si...

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2010s American Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

19th Century English George III Style Burled Walnut Partners Desk Leather Top
19th Century English George III Style Burled Walnut Partners Desk Leather Top

19th Century English George III Style Burled Walnut Partners Desk Leather Top

Located in St. Louis, MO

A classic 19th Century English large burled walnut partners desk in Georgian III style, with a original red leather skiver top with tooled edges, showing the character that comes wit...

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19th Century English George III Antique Desks

Materials

Brass

U.S. Military Folding Aluminum and Stainless Steel Field Desk
U.S. Military Folding Aluminum and Stainless Steel Field Desk

U.S. Military Folding Aluminum and Stainless Steel Field Desk

By René Herbst

Located in Hanover, MA

Vintage U.S. Military medical field desk. Converts to coffee table. This is (NOS) New Old Stock military surplus, never previously used. I contemplated stripping the paint to revea...

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1970s American Campaign Vintage Desks

Materials

Stainless Steel, Aluminum

Bronze Desk with Black or Brown Leather Wrapped Top
Bronze Desk with Black or Brown Leather Wrapped Top

Bronze Desk with Black or Brown Leather Wrapped Top

By Alberto and Diego Giacometti

Located in Ballard, CA

A hand-sculpted and forged bronze desk with brown or black leather wrapped top and drawer, fastened by bronze nails. Custom sizes, finishes and glass top available. Interior of drawe...

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2010s American Organic Modern Desks

Materials

Bronze

Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Cane Desk with Tortoise Finish, 1970s
Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Cane Desk with Tortoise Finish, 1970s

Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Cane Desk with Tortoise Finish, 1970s

Located in Antwerp, BE

A highly decorative Hollywood Regency desk in the Palm Beach manner, featuring a faux bamboo frame with a richly variegated tortoiseshell finish. The rectangular top is inset with wo...

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20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Desks

Materials

Brass

Modernist Tubular Steel Desk, Glossy Lacquered Wood, Plated Metal, Customizable
Modernist Tubular Steel Desk, Glossy Lacquered Wood, Plated Metal, Customizable

Modernist Tubular Steel Desk, Glossy Lacquered Wood, Plated Metal, Customizable

Located in Berlin, DE

Modernist tubular steel desk in glossy lacquered wood and plated metal, c. 1950. The wood finish is customizable, delivery time c. 8-12 weeks.

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2010s German Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

Antique English Double Pedestal Leather Top Desk
Antique English Double Pedestal Leather Top Desk

Antique English Double Pedestal Leather Top Desk

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Impressive 19th century English desk with the original tooled ox blood leather top on a case with three drawers supported by two pedestals with three drawers each on classic block fe...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique Louis XVI Mahogany Desk with Leather Top, France, Circa 1780
Antique Louis XVI Mahogany Desk with Leather Top, France, Circa 1780

Antique Louis XVI Mahogany Desk with Leather Top, France, Circa 1780

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Handsome 18th century French desk handcrafted in mahogany and featuring a tooled leather top, chevron style inlays all around, five drawers in front and faux drawers on the reverse, ...

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18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Four-Drawer Walnut Writing Desk by Sligh Lowry
Mid-Century Modern Four-Drawer Walnut Writing Desk by Sligh Lowry

Mid-Century Modern Four-Drawer Walnut Writing Desk by Sligh Lowry

By Sligh-Lowry Furniture Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

Mid-Century Modern four-drawer walnut writing desk with metal pulls and leg caps by Sligh-Lowry of Holland. MI, circa 1960s. The desk is finished on all sides and can be floated in t...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Remarkable Art Deco French Streamline Executive Desk C. 1930’s
Remarkable Art Deco French Streamline Executive Desk C. 1930’s

Remarkable Art Deco French Streamline Executive Desk C. 1930’s

Located in Bernville, PA

Remarkable French Art Deco Streamline executive desk. Simple chrome accents on the base complements the elegant design. The asymmetric design features a drawer bank with a file drawe...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Desks

Materials

Chrome

Oak desk with two solid walnut drawers in mid-century modern style
Oak desk with two solid walnut drawers in mid-century modern style

Oak desk with two solid walnut drawers in mid-century modern style

Located in SULECHÓW, -

Oak desk in mid-century style with two drawers and brass handles. The tapered legs are finished with brass plated aluminum feet. Desk made of solid oak wood and wood covered with nat...

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2010s European Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

1960s Stow Davis Walnut and Olive Burl Executive Diplomat’s Desk
1960s Stow Davis Walnut and Olive Burl Executive Diplomat’s Desk

1960s Stow Davis Walnut and Olive Burl Executive Diplomat’s Desk

By Stow Davis

Located in Dallas, TX

Exceptional 1960s executive Diplomat desk by Stow Davis, beautifully constructed in walnut and distinguished by a spectacular bookmatched olive burl writing surface. The expansive r...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Danish Rococo Slant Front Desk, circa 1770
Danish Rococo Slant Front Desk, circa 1770

Danish Rococo Slant Front Desk, circa 1770

Located in Huntington, NY

A Rococo slant front desk with a simple recessed top carving. Desk opens to a large work space with 13 small drawers, 2 small cubbies, 2 document holders with elaborate column carvin...

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Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Antique Desks

Materials

Brass, Iron

Minimalist Vanity Desk w/ Rounded Silhouette & Storage By Mondo Design Studio
Minimalist Vanity Desk w/ Rounded Silhouette & Storage By Mondo Design Studio

Minimalist Vanity Desk w/ Rounded Silhouette & Storage By Mondo Design Studio

Located in New York, NY

This dressing vanity is a sculptural masterpiece, defined by its bold yet refined silhouette. The design features a curved, contoured top crafted from luxurious marble, supported by ...

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2010s Portuguese Modern Desks

Materials

Marble, Metal

Antique RJ Horner Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Two-Drawer Library Table c1910
Antique RJ Horner Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Two-Drawer Library Table c1910

Antique RJ Horner Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Two-Drawer Library Table c1910

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique RJ Horner Arts & Crafts Carved Oak 2-Drawer Library Table Unsigned C1920. Measures - 27 ...

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Early 20th Century Desks

Materials

Oak

Late 19th Century English Mahogany and Rosewood Partners Desk
Late 19th Century English Mahogany and Rosewood Partners Desk

Late 19th Century English Mahogany and Rosewood Partners Desk

Located in Savannah, GA

This is a partners desk made in England, circa 1890. The top of the desk is beautifully shaped with a nicely molded edge. There are 3 brown leather panels with gold tooling. On the f...

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1890s English George III Antique Desks

Materials

Mahogany, Rosewood

Mahogany Writing Table Red Leather
Mahogany Writing Table Red Leather

Mahogany Writing Table Red Leather

Located in Annville, PA

An elegant Mahogany Writing Table Red Leather top by Niagara Furniture is a perfect fit for use either at home or in the office. Features include a three panel green genuine full gra...

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2010s Renaissance Desks

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

English Adams Decorated Satinwood Carlton House Desk
English Adams Decorated Satinwood Carlton House Desk

English Adams Decorated Satinwood Carlton House Desk

Located in Perkasie, PA

English Adams Decorated Satinwood Carlton House Desk – Item L67252 This exquisite English Carlton House desk is a remarkable example of the refined decorative furniture associated w...

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19th Century English Adam Style Antique Desks

Materials

Satinwood

Danish Modern Peter Løvig Nielsen Flip-Top Teak Desk
Danish Modern Peter Løvig Nielsen Flip-Top Teak Desk

Danish Modern Peter Løvig Nielsen Flip-Top Teak Desk

By Peter Løvig Nielsen, Dansk

Located in San Diego, CA

This flip-top partner desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen for Dansk in Denmark has been immaculately restored. It has a gorgeous deep hue, old-growth quarter-sawn teak with beautiful flecks ...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Teak

Lucite and Walnut floating Desk
Lucite and Walnut floating Desk

Lucite and Walnut floating Desk

Located in Ballard, CA

A highly engineered modernist desk made from a walnut (or oak, mahogany, or rosewood veneer) case “floating” on a Lucite base, which is affixed by custom-designed hardware. Custom si...

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2010s American Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

Arne Vodder Desk in Rosewood by Sibast Møbelfabrik, 1960s
Arne Vodder Desk in Rosewood by Sibast Møbelfabrik, 1960s

Arne Vodder Desk in Rosewood by Sibast Møbelfabrik, 1960s

By Arne Vodder

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The rare model 209 L-shaped desk with integrated sideboard, designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Sibast Møbelfabrik in Denmark, is a superb example of functional elegance within m...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Oak Ladies Writing Desk with Barley Twist Legs and Leather Top
Antique Oak Ladies Writing Desk with Barley Twist Legs and Leather Top

Antique Oak Ladies Writing Desk with Barley Twist Legs and Leather Top

Located in Lisse, NL

Artistic and perfectly hand-crafted oak writing desk with large drawer. Beautiful and practical antique ladies writing desk from circa 1920. This fine Arts & Crafts era desk, with ...

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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Desks

Materials

Brass

Edwardian Kidney shaped writing desk
Edwardian Kidney shaped writing desk

Edwardian Kidney shaped writing desk

$3,233Sale Price|20% Off

Edwardian Kidney shaped writing desk

Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB

Very good quality early 20th century mahogany and inlaid writing desk English circa 1900 with original brass handles , castors and leather insert Having 9 mahogany lined drawers , th...

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Desks

Materials

Mahogany

1960s Heywood Wakefield Laminate Top Student Desk w/ Chair
1960s Heywood Wakefield Laminate Top Student Desk w/ Chair

1960s Heywood Wakefield Laminate Top Student Desk w/ Chair

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Bring timeless Mid-Century Modern style to your home, office, or study with this authentic 1960s Heywood-Wakefield student desk and matching chair. Featuring the clean lines and qual...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Formica, Wood, Teak

Jules Wabbes, Desk, Teak, Steel, Belgium, 1960s
Jules Wabbes, Desk, Teak, Steel, Belgium, 1960s

Jules Wabbes, Desk, Teak, Steel, Belgium, 1960s

By Jules Wabbes

Located in High Point, NC

A teak, black-lacquered and chrome-plated steel desk designed by Jules Wabbes and produced by Le Mobilier Universel, Belgium, c. 1960s. Tabletop shows moderate wear with finish loss...

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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Steel

George III Bureau Desk or Secretary Chest of Mahogany from the 18th Century
George III Bureau Desk or Secretary Chest of Mahogany from the 18th Century

George III Bureau Desk or Secretary Chest of Mahogany from the 18th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A fine George III slant top desk or bureau secretary chest of patinated mahogany, c.1770 - an inlaid slant front drops to reveal a series of small drawers and document compartments, ...

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18th Century English George III Antique Desks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Huge Partners Desk
Huge Partners Desk

Huge Partners Desk

$5,995 / item

Huge Partners Desk

Located in Annville, PA

This is the Huge Partners Desk in the Niagara Furniture collection. This desk behemoth matches a number of other pieces which we produce. The fantastic solid mahogany top frame is in...

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2010s Federal Desks

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Italian Vintage Writing Desk Attributed to Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s)
Italian Vintage Writing Desk Attributed to Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s)

Italian Vintage Writing Desk Attributed to Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s)

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in London, GB

Italian vintage writing desk attributed to celebrated furniture maker, Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s). This represents iconic design along with a gorgeous marquetry exterior and iconic...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Wood

Antique English Regency Mahogany Occasional Side or Work Table Circa 1815
Antique English Regency Mahogany Occasional Side or Work Table Circa 1815

Antique English Regency Mahogany Occasional Side or Work Table Circa 1815

Located in Dublin, Ireland

A Stylish English well figured Mahogany and Gilt Metal Mounted Center, Side or Worktable of compact proportions, early Nineteenth Century, Regency period. The figured rectangular t...

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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955 / Folding Desk
Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955 / Folding Desk

Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955 / Folding Desk

By Mummenthaler and Meier

Located in Buffalo, NY

A fold-down secretary desk that closes completely to resemble a small cabinet. When open, it offers a large work surface, numerous storage compartments, This is a highly sought-afte...

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1950s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Birch, Teak

Ebonized Mahogany Desk by Paul McCobb, Connoisseur Collection, C. 1950s
Ebonized Mahogany Desk by Paul McCobb, Connoisseur Collection, C. 1950s

Ebonized Mahogany Desk by Paul McCobb, Connoisseur Collection, C. 1950s

By Paul McCobb

Located in Westport, CT

Ebonized Mahogany Desk from Paul McCobb's Connoisseur Collection, meticulously restored by Stamford Modern. Crafted in the 1950s, this mid-century icon boasts minimalistic lines and ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Alma Mid Century Rosewood and Leather Executive Desk
Alma Mid Century Rosewood and Leather Executive Desk

Alma Mid Century Rosewood and Leather Executive Desk

By Alma Desk Company

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Alma Mid Century Rosewood and Leather Executive Desk This desk measures: 78 wide x 36 deep x 29.5 high, with a chair clearance of 28 inches Fair Vintage Condition - Desk has Stain ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Rare Charles & Ray Eames Walnut ESU / EDU Desk Model D-20N for Herman Miller-50s
Rare Charles & Ray Eames Walnut ESU / EDU Desk Model D-20N for Herman Miller-50s

Rare Charles & Ray Eames Walnut ESU / EDU Desk Model D-20N for Herman Miller-50s

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Dallas, TX

Rare early Eames Desk Unit (EDU) model D-20-N designed by Charles and Ray Eames and manufactured by Herman Miller between 1952-1955. This particularly handsome example features a bea...

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

1970s Romweber Burl Wood and Gold Trim Executive Desk with Filing Drawers
1970s Romweber Burl Wood and Gold Trim Executive Desk with Filing Drawers

1970s Romweber Burl Wood and Gold Trim Executive Desk with Filing Drawers

By Romweber Furniture Co., Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Luxury, pure and simple. Well maybe not so simple… this burled Carpathian elm wood executive desk wears its gold trim like fine jewelry. The vintage 1970s desk captures the glamour of the era. The chocolate hued wood is illuminated with brilliant gold-colored metal handles, legs, and bezel. This is no dainty beauty. Designed for serious work and sophisticated environments, the desk features a suite of functional enhancements rarely found in pieces of this era. Three pull‑out table tops, one at the back, and one on each side. These convenient pull-out tables expand the usable surface area for devices or collaborative work. A long center drawer with an integrated organizing tray keeps essentials elegantly contained. On the left and right, two shallow top drawers provide quick‑access storage. Two deep file drawers (one left, one right) accommodate modern organizational needs. These file drawers lock, one key is included. Attention to detail rings throughout the design. Meant to be admired from all angles, it is a true work of art. Romweber, founded in Indiana and known for its uncompromising standards, produced some of the finest American case goods of the 20th century. This desk is a testament to that legacy: substantial, impeccably built, and designed to endure for generations. Its scale, materials, and craftsmanship make it an exceptional choice for executives and collectors seeking a statement piece that communicates authority, taste, and heritage. We also have a matching, equally grand, Romweber executive office credenza with file...

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1970s American Campaign Vintage Desks

Materials

Brass

Restored Chestnut & Bronze 4-Drawer Large Desk by Jack Cartwright for Founders
Restored Chestnut & Bronze 4-Drawer Large Desk by Jack Cartwright for Founders

Restored Chestnut & Bronze 4-Drawer Large Desk by Jack Cartwright for Founders

By Founders Furniture Company, Jack Cartwright

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Made in the United States towards the late 1960s, this desk was designed by Jack Cartwright and manufactured by Founders in very low numbers, probably due to the quality required dur...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Bronze, Steel

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. Desk w a 4 drawer top is in exce...

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Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Desks

Materials

Leather, Ebony, Satinwood, Pine, Black Walnut

Scandinavian modern Rosewood desk by Torbjørn Afdal with key
Scandinavian modern Rosewood desk by Torbjørn Afdal with key

Scandinavian modern Rosewood desk by Torbjørn Afdal with key

By Torbjørn Afdal

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Danish Modern Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood flip top Desk. Beautiful desk in rosewood with dropdown writing surface and 2 drawers inside. Designed by Torbjørn Afdal. Very minimalist desk. ...

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1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Rosewood

French Kidney Shaped Hand Painted Desk and Chair 1920's
French Kidney Shaped Hand Painted Desk and Chair 1920's

French Kidney Shaped Hand Painted Desk and Chair 1920's

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

3-1072 Kidney shaped desk and matching chair with hand painting and carved detailing Brass railing and two small drawers and large center drawer. Chair...

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1920s Vintage Desks

Materials

Brass

Burled Oval Partners Desk
Burled Oval Partners Desk

Burled Oval Partners Desk

Located in Annville, PA

One of the most complicated items that we produce at Niagara furniture our Burled Oval Partners Desk is also one of the most popular. The top section of the desk consists of a three-...

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2010s Renaissance Desks

Materials

Wood

Hollywood Regency Scalloped Mahogany Faux Tortoise Kneehole Desk / Vanity
Hollywood Regency Scalloped Mahogany Faux Tortoise Kneehole Desk / Vanity

Hollywood Regency Scalloped Mahogany Faux Tortoise Kneehole Desk / Vanity

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a petite Hollywood Regency era carved mahogany kneehole desk with a mottled faux tortoise finish. The most noteworthy feature is the elaborate carved scallops which are on al...

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1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Desks

Materials

Brass

Pierre Jeanneret, Pigeonhole Desk, Teak, Leatherette, Chandigarh, India, 1960s
Pierre Jeanneret, Pigeonhole Desk, Teak, Leatherette, Chandigarh, India, 1960s

Pierre Jeanneret, Pigeonhole Desk, Teak, Leatherette, Chandigarh, India, 1960s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stamford, CT

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, 'Pigeonhole' Desk, Teak, Leatherette, Chandigarh, India c. 1960s Rare example of a pigeonhole by Pierre Jeanneret c. 1960s, Model PJ-BU-...

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1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desks

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Vintage and Antique Desks for Sale — Shop Handcrafted Mid-Century Modern Desks, Art Deco Desks and Other Desks and Tables on 1stDibs

There’s no reason that the corner of your home you’ve dedicated to work shouldn’t also reflect your personality and sense of style. A collection of unique vintage and antique desks can be found on 1stDibs today.

The right desk can be a good fit for your space and help keep you organized when you need it most. For many, the word “desk” can have a negative connotation. Derived from the Latin desca, meaning “table to write on,” the word can understandably evoke memories of stuffy classrooms or monotonous workdays.

As working from home has become more widespread for part of the workforce, many professionals who work remotely park themselves at the dining-room table or at the kitchen countertop to do so. If you’ve got the space, it's healthy to set aside an area in your home designated for work. A good desk can keep you on track and keep your newly minted home office free of clutter and distractions. 

Within your own walls, an office area can be both personal and productive, decorated exactly to your taste or just an unobtrusive addition that aligns with the energy of the space as is. When shopping for a desk, keep height, space and specs in mind. It’s helpful to know if you’ll need the desk to offer storage, such as drawers or a hutch, or if it should fit alongside your bedroom wall as cleanly as possible.

An antique writing desk, for example, will offer a spacious, streamlined work experience with a desktop that affords real estate for your notebooks, pens, laptop and research materials. Secretary desks reveal small inner storage compartments — pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers — when their hinged leaves are folded out.

Maybe you'd prefer a vintage mid-century modern desk that seamlessly incorporates drawers for storage.

Nebraska-born designer Don S. Shoemaker became inspired by Mexico’s tropical woods, such as cocobolo, a Mexican rosewood, and he decided to work with the material in the postwar years to create desks and other furnishings. Elsewhere, made according to the same high standards as the company’s chairs, celebrated mid-century manufacturer Herman Miller produced desks over the years in a number of versions, created by designers like George Nelson, Gilbert Rohde and Bruce Burdick.

Whether you want a dramatic rolltop-style furnishing akin to the 18th-century secretary commissioned by Louis XVI or a contemporary piece made of everything from linoleum to fallen trees, a new desk and clever arrangement of desktop accessories can brighten the workday in any home. 

For every passion project, year-end report or spontaneous million-dollar app idea, find the desk you need on 1stDibs.