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Clear Glass Inkwell with Sterling Silver Top
Located in Troy, MI
Inkwell found in Italy with clear glass body and sterling silver top, circa 1880s.
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Late 19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Pieced or Reticulated Lectern / Book Rest, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
An attractive late Victorian Lectern / Book Rest, dating to circa 1880. The front panel is reticulated or pierced with additional stamped decoration. The angel can be adjusted as ...
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Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass

Wood Inkwell of 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Rosewood inkwell, Napoleon III period, 19th century. Measures: H: 8.5 cm, W: 35 cm, D: 25 cm.  
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19th Century European Napoleon III Antique European Desk

Materials

Wood

Neoclassical Revival Gilt Bronze Oil Lamp
Located in Astoria, NY
Neoclassical Revival gilt bronze figurative oil lamp in egg shaped receptacle with locking cover and spout. The piece has high relief putti, swags, a Classical head of a man, and cat...
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Revival Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Grand Tour Inlaid Specimen Marble Paperweight
Located in Spencertown, NY
A large example with inlaid marbles, alabaster and porphyry.
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Early 20th Century European Grand Tour Antique European Desk

Materials

Marble

Victorian Bronze Sculpture of “Three Lambs” Paperweight over Rose Marble
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Victorian bronze sculpture paperweight of "Three Lambs" Over original rose marble base; late 19th century Item # C104010 An endearing little paperweight from the Victorian era o...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique European Desk

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Brass

Inkwell in Gilded Brass and Porcelain
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Inkwell in gilded brass and porcelain, 19th century, Napoleon III period. Measures: H 10 cm, D 8 cm.
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Late 19th Century European Napoleon III Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass

Gilt Bronze and Patina Inkwell, Late 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gilt bronze and patina inkwell, late 19th century. Inkwell in double patina bronze, gilt and brown patina. Representing a sculpture of a winged nude woman (model by Moreau). ...
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Late 19th Century European Louis XV Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Antique Continental .800 Silver Figural Winged Lion Griffin Double Inkwell
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Continental .800 silver figural double inkwell offers central urn form finial with flanking winged lion griffins surmounting footed shell form tray with flanking lidded gl...
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19th Century European Classical Greek Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Neo-Gothic Oak Lectern, 19th Century
Located in Beaune, FR
Neo-Gothic style oak desk in good condition. It opens to two doors on either side. The top is used
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19th Century European Gothic Revival Antique European Desk

Materials

Oak

19th Century Gillows Style Rosewood Davenport
Located in New Orleans, LA
Without question, there is more to this exceptional Davenport desk than meets the eye. Crafted of
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19th Century European Edwardian Antique European Desk

Materials

Rosewood

Baroque Bureau Bonheur du Jour, 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
, a pull-out writing desk and the quarter-cylinder-shaped roll-up flap. Large Marquetry work in the
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18th Century European Baroque Antique European Desk

Materials

Wood

19th Century Burr Walnut Writing Table
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Victorian burr walnut writing table. The top of the desk has a shaped
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

A Rare Miniature 18th Century Mahogany Table Bureau
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A super plum pudding mahogany miniature table bureau with a beautiful curved fitted interior and original brass carrying handles Circa 1740
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18th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Louis XVI Style Acajou Bureau Plat
Located in Westwood, NJ
desk has three blind drawers on one side.
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Mid-19th Century European Louis XVI Antique European Desk

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Regency Period Mahogany Davenport
Located in New Orleans, LA
Without question, there is more to this exceptional davenport desk than meets the eye. Crafted of
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19th Century European Regency Antique European Desk

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Antique Diminutive Renaissance Revival Walnut Burl Cylinder Secretary, c1880
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Renaissance Revival diminutive cylinder desk offers walnut and burl construction with
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Late 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut, Glass

European Painted Desk/Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Swedish painted desk with original hand blown glass in upper bibliotheque doors.
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19th Century Antique European Desk

Victorian Mahogany Writing Table/washstand
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Victorian mahogany writing table in very nice condition with a gallery top over eight drawers with centre drawer over kneehole frieze with carved scrolled moldings. Dimensions: W...
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1870s European Victorian Antique European Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Victorian Burr Walnut Writing table with Inlaid lift up lid stationary compartment for pens, ink well envelopes etc, with a red leather gold tooled writing surface, with two drawers ...
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1870s European Victorian Antique European Desk

Materials

Walnut

Rare Antique Sampson Mordan Silver Owl Paper Knife
Located in Bath, GB
A magnificent and rare piece of Sampson Mordan solid / sterling silver in the form of a paperknife with a novelty handle in the form of an owl with two fabulous original glass eyes. ...
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1890s European Late Victorian Antique European Desk

Materials

Sterling Silver

Brass Letter Opener decorated with dog heads from the early 20th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
Beautiful Brass Letter Opener decorated with dog heads. Art nouveau, from the early 20th Century. Wear consistent with age and use
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique French Louis XVI Custom Flame Mahogany and Bronze Marble Abattant
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Fench Louis XVI custom abattant features mahogany construction with marble top, flanking reeded columns, flame mahogany drop-front revealing gilt leather writing surface and ...
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Early 20th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Oversized Antique Amphora Templitz School Porcelain Elephant Clock, circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized antique Amphora Templitz School porcelain sculpture clock depicts pair of elephants, possibly the bull with his young, above pedestal bearing bronze clock, mark on works as...
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Late 19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Table Clock by Norstel Co. Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage table clock is an original decorative object realized in the early 20th century. Created by Norstel & Co. The closk has been realized in brass; the base and the handle...
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Early 20th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass

Georgian Mahogany Bracket Clock
Located in Folkestone, GB
An attractive early 19th century mahogany cased bracket clock with black line inlay to the case and raised on brass ogee bracket feetand with brass carrying handle. The twin train 8-...
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Mid-19th Century European Georgian Antique European Desk

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century English Oak Bureau
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
A fine 18th century oak bureau with a nice fitted interior, circa 1740. Measures: Height: 36". Width: 31". Depth: 19".                     
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Mid-18th Century European Georgian Antique European Desk

Materials

Oak

Gilded Bronze and White Marble Trim, 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gilded bronze and white marble trim, 19th century Composed of a clock and a pair of candlesticks and a pair of incense burners Clock 18th century. Measures: H 39cm, W 31 cm, D 15 c...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Gilded Bronze and White Marble Trim, 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gilded bronze and white marble trim, 19th century Composed of a clock and a pair of candlesticks and a pair of incense burners Clock 18th century. Measures: H 39cm, W 31 cm, D 15 c...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Rare Directoire Well Clock from the Late 18th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A rare Directoire well clock from the late 18th century. The base is a cylinder in solid griotte red marble. Original mechanism without modification, silk thread suspension, hour...
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1790s European Directoire Antique European Desk

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Bronze

Fine Victorian Ornate Gilded Clock Set
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine Victorian ornate gilded clock set with delightful ornate cupids and flowers. The clock is an 8 day movement with original hands and a cupid to the base. The candlesticks have at...
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19th Century European Victorian Antique European Desk

Materials

Metal

Birds Clock in Bronze
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Birds Clock Bronze clock, 19th century, Napoleon III period Small crack in the glass under the screen. Dimensions: Height 23 cm Length 12 cm Width 10,5 cm.
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1870s European Napoleon III Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Сlock, Napoleon III Period
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Bronze clock, Napoleon III period, late 19th century. The clock is round, with the numbers written in Chinese. The hands also have Chinese signs. The clock is carried by a buf...
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1870s European Napoleon III Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Swedish Rococo Table Clock Signed by Augustin Bourdillon
Located in Allerum, SE
A fine Swedish 18th century rococo ringtone table clock with gilt bronze signed by Augustin Bourdillon. Covered in the original velvet with great patination. The interior of the case...
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18th Century European Rococo Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Elegant Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Fireplace Trim
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Elegant Louis XVI style gilt bronze fireplace trim consisting of a pendulum and two chandeliers has six arms of lights, XIXth centurie Measures: Clock H : 65cm W : 53cm D : 2...
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19th Century European Napoleon III Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Very Important Cartel with Green Varnish Support
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Very important cartel with green varnish support decorated with flowers and a scene of the wolf and the lamb. Gilt bronze, brass, Louis XV style, Napoleon III period, 1870. Measures...
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1870s European Louis XV Antique European Desk

Materials

Wood

Porcelain Clock on a Wooden Base
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Porcelain clock on a wooden base Late 19th century. In perfect condition. Measures: H: 35 cm, W: 26 cm, D: 16 cm.
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Late 19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Three-Train Skeleton Clock by John McConnell
Located in New Orleans, LA
Three-Train Skeleton Clock John McConnell Circa 1890 One of the most sought-after and elusive of all skeleton clocks, this extraordinary timepiece operates with a rare triple fusee,...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Marble, Brass

Rocaille Clock in Porcelain in the Taste of Jacob Petit 19th Century
By Jacob Petit
Located in Paris, FR
Polychrome fine porcelain clock surmounted by a bacchante and a faun sitting under a cup and holding a garland of flowers. Shimmering decoration of bouquets of flowers, scrolls and f...
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19th Century European Rococo Antique European Desk

Materials

Porcelain

1926 René Lalique, Clock Deux Figurines Glass, American Base
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Pendule "Deux Figurines" made in molded-pressed clear and frosted glass by René Lalique in 1926. "American" base made in bronze and copper with floral decoration. Acid-stamped sign...
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1920s European Art Deco Antique European Desk

Materials

Glass

Beautiful Clock a.v Geoffroy-Dechaume 19th Century
By Adolphe-Victor Geoffroy-Dechaume
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Beautiful Clock A.V Geoffroy-Dechaume 19th century " A beautiful gilt bronze clock in the Indo-Persian taste attributed to the sculptor Geoffroy Dechaume.
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19th Century European Other Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Napoleon Bonaparte Gilt Bronze Clock of 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Napoleon Bonaparte gilt bronze clock. Measures: H: 43 cm, W: 27 cm, D: 9 cm. ref 3037
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19th Century European Empire Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Antique 18th Century George III Mahogany Bureau
Located in Suffolk, GB
This is an outstanding quality antique 18th century George III mahogany bureau having a quality mahogany fall which opens to reveal a fully fitted interior consisting of seven drawer...
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Late 18th Century European George III Antique European Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Classical Biedermeier Burled Walnut Empire Abattant, circa 1840
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Classical Empire Biedermeier abattant (drop front secretary) features bookmatched burled walnut with drop front opening to reveal writing surface and interior storage compart...
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Early 19th Century European Biedermeier Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Bronze Clock, 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gilt bronze clock, 19th century Elegant gilt bronze and marble clock, Maple movement, Paris, Napoleon III period, 19th century. Measures: H: 35 cm, W: 31 cm, D: 13 cm.    
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Late 19th Century European Napoleon III Antique European Desk

Materials

Marble, Bronze

1920 René Lalique Pigeons Clock Grey-Blue Stained Glass Mechanical Movement
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
René Lalique "Pigeons" clock made in 1920 in molded frosted glass with grey-blue patina, working original mechanical movement. Design of birds. Extremely rare model which was not com...
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1920s European Art Deco Antique European Desk

Materials

Glass

Antique Louis XV Style Bronze Mounted Black Lacquer Bureau Plat
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique Louis XV style bronze mounted black lacquer bureau plat, circa 1920's. With nice quality bronze mounts, brass inlay, leather top and hand dove tailed drawer construction. For...
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1920s European Louis XV Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass, Bronze

1926 René Lalique Deux Figurines Clear Glass Original Nickel-Plated Bronze Base
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
René Lalique "Deux Figurines" clock made in 1926 in molded clear and frosted glass. The original quartz ATO movement was removed to put a modern quartz movement - really better to us...
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1920s European Art Deco Antique European Desk

Materials

Glass

Charles X Period Clock
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Charles X period clock, in opaline and golden bronze, high quality. Measures: H 39 cm, W 18.5 cm, D 11 cm.
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1830s European Charles X Antique European Desk

Materials

Opaline Glass

Charles X Period Mantel Trim
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Charles X period clock, in opaline and golden bronze, high quality. Measures: H 39 cm, W 18.5 cm, D 11 cm Pair of Charles X lavender colored candleholders in opaline and golden b...
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1830s European Charles X Antique European Desk

Materials

Opaline Glass

Clock Set in Gilt and Champleve Bronze XIXth Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Clock set in gilt and Champleve bronze XIXth century French champlevé enamel and gilded ormolu clock garniture, each candelabra with five branches, enamel decoration and scrolling f...
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19th Century European Louis XV Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Gilded Bronze and White Marble Clock
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gilded bronze and white marble clock, 18th century Measures: H: 39cm, W: 31 cm, D: 15 cm.
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18th Century European Louis XVI Antique European Desk

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Gilded Bronze and White Marble Clock
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gilded bronze and white marble clock, 18th century Measures: H: 39cm, W: 31 cm, D: 15 cm.
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18th Century European Louis XVI Antique European Desk

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Empire Period Clock, Early 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Empire period clock, early 19th century, architecture made of sea green marble with a large and magnificent sculpture in patinated bronze of a Love in the theme of Love and Psyche. W...
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Early 19th Century European Empire Antique European Desk

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Large Biscuit Clock, Marie-Antoinette
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large biscuit clock - Marie-Antoinette Large clock in finely worked biscuit and gilt bronze. Period: Napoleon III - 19th century Style: Louis XVI Dimensions: Height : 56cm x wid...
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Late 19th Century European Louis XVI Antique European Desk

Materials

Porcelain

Gilt Bronze Clock, 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A good quality gilt bronze and cloisonné enamel clock, late 19th century. In perfect condition. Measures: H: 50 cm, W: 25 cm, D: 20 cm.
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1880s European Louis XVI Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

1920 René Lalique Marguerites Clock Clear Glass Blue Patina Mechanical Movement
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
René Lalique "Marguerites" clock made in 1920 in molded clear glass, working original mechanical movement. Design of daisies.. Molded "R.LALIQUE" signature. Perfect original c...
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1920s European Art Deco Antique European Desk

Materials

Glass

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Antique European Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique European desk available at 1stDibs. An antique European desk — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique European desk — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique European desk, designed in the Georgian, Victorian or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made antique European desk has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Aristide de Ranieri and William Cripps are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique European Desk?

Prices for an antique European desk start at $175 and top out at $9,360 with the average selling for $1,370.
Questions About Antique European 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 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 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 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.