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What is the difference between a table and a desk?
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The difference between a table and a desk is its function. The purpose of a table is to provide a surface for eating, in the case of dining tables, or resting objects, in the case of coffee, console and side and end tables. On the other hand, most people use desks as a surface for writing, reading or working. Some console tables and smaller dining tables can also function well as desks. Explore a large collection of desks and tables on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
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Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th C 139x107cm
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique Victorian flame mahogany pedestal partners desk, circa 1850 in date.
The rectangular top is inset with a stunning gold tooled green leather writing sur...
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Antique 1850s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
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Mahogany
Dutch Art Deco Oak Writing Desk w/ Five Stacked Drawers, P.E.L Izeren Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Art Deco oak writing desk showcases the refined craftsmanship of P.E.L Izeren style furniture from the early 20th century. Hand-selected from the Netherlands, this distinctive ...
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Beautiful Solid Cherry Desk by Harden, NY, Moser Style
Located in Miami, FL
Solid cherry desk with hidden compartments, hand cut dovetail construction and a leather writing top made by Harden Furniture.
Writing surface height is 29"
Knee clearance height is ...
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Cherry
Mid century Paul McCobb #1560 Double Drawer Desk Black Lacquer with chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vintage Paul McCobb planner group #1560 double drawer desk original Black Lacquer finish on maple with brass knobs. All solid maple wood. Desk is in great vintage condition...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Regency Style Dennis
Leen Green Leather Top White
Silver Writing Table Desk
By Dennis
Leen
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Regency Style Dennis & Leen Green Leather Top White & Silver Writing Table Desk.
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Early 2000s American Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Art Deco
Amsterdam School
Oak Corner Desk, 1920s Dutch Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A remarkable example of Dutch design, this unique Art Deco 'Amsterdam School' corner desk is a piece of quiet authority, dating to the 1920s. The desk embodies the period's expressio...
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
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Oak
