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Pre-War Metal Inkwell with Bird Figurine
Located in Opole, PL
Pre-War Metal Inkwell with Bird Figurine Metal inkwell with a bird figurine, dating back to the early 20th century. In good condition, one of the lids has a damaged hinge.
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Early 20th Century European Antique European Desk

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Metal

Art Nouveau Brass Ink Blotter
Located in New York, NY
. Use for its intended purpose or as a standalone piece decorative object on a desk, a library, shelf
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass

Hand Carved Stone Paperweight Sculpture Object Decorative Antique Gift Idea LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
special gift item object to add a touch of elegance to your desk accessories office table . As an
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Stone

Handsome Letter Opener, Magnifying Glass with Alligator Handles, Sterling Mounts
Located in Buchanan, MI
Handsome letter opener, magnifying glass with alligator handles, sterling mounts.
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Early 20th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver, Stainless Steel

1900s Brass Bakelite Magnetic Topographer Compass Surveyor Measurement Instrumen
Located in Milan, IT
Magnetic topographer compass from the early 1900s, brass and bakelite base; instrument consisting of a magnetized needle free to rotate on a horizontal plane, marking with its tip th...
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Early 1900s European Antique European Desk

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Brass

Bronze Writing Set, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
containers that make up the desk. The sandbox or salvador, the duster and the inkwell present clear lines and
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19th Century European Neoclassical Antique European Desk

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Bronze

19th Century Bronze Inkwell
Located in Delft, NL
19th century bronze inkwell A bronze inkwell in 2 colors in a sleek round shape with 2 armrests with the head of a dragon to lay a pen on. The lid of the inkwell is in a yellow br...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

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Bronze

Wooden Cased Inkwell Intricately Modelled as a Binocular Case, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
Intricately carved in fruitwood, modelled as a leather case for opera glasses, circa 1900. Lifting the lid reveals two glass inkwells. This exquisitely crafted piece was originally m...
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Early 1900s European Antique European Desk

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Fruitwood

19th Century paperweight, ca 1880
Located in Delft, NL
19th Century paperweight, ca 1880 A small paperweight made of glass, accented with five, spaced bubbles in several layers glass Has a small circular top facet The measurement of the...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

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Glass

Onyx Marble Gold Gilt Bronze Inkwell
Located in New York, NY
century, Europe. In addition to its intended use, piece makes a gorgeous standalone decorative object or
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Late 19th Century European Empire Antique European Desk

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

19th Century English Silver and Tortoise Inkwell Signed Mappin and Webb
Located in Southampton, NY
19th century English Mappin and Webb silver and tortoise inkwell with original glass liner for the ink.  
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19th Century European Regency Antique European Desk

Antique English Mahogany Inkwell Set with Black, Red and Copying Features
Located in New Orleans, LA
This inkwell set comes with three compartments and a glass tray.
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Late 19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Travel Inkwell in leather with a Count`s Crown, probably early 18th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
Very charming Travel Inkwell in leather with a Count`s Crown, probably early 18th Century. Nice patina with some wear. See pictures. Wear consistent with age and use.
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Early 18th Century European Baroque Antique European Desk

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Sheet Metal

Large Bullmastiff Triple Inkwell, circa 1900, Dog
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome and large novelty inkwell in the form of a Bullmastiff / Bull Mastiff dog sporting his two glass eyes. Made from spelter and beautifully executed, this heavy piece open...
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Antique European Desk

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Metal

Art Nouveau Bronze Inkwell with an Owl
Located in Stockholm, SE
An Art Noveau or Jugend patinated bronze pen and inkwell with an owl sitting in the center. The owl have inset glass eyes. Made ca.1900. Possibly Swedish. Symbolism of the owl: The...
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Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Antique English Bronze Dog Inkwell, King Charles Spaniel, c.1880
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome Victorian novelty inkwell, cast in bronze in the form of a King Charles Spaniel, beautifully executed with two lovely glass eyes. The underside is inscribed with a roma...
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1880s European Late Victorian Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze

Antique Green Cut Uranium Glass Inkwell
Located in Vienna, AT
A stunning green inkwell with dore bronze setting. The inkwell has a amazing bright green color and it is made out of green uranium glass. When you illuminate this inkwell with a bla...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique European Desk

Materials

Uranium Glass

Silver Plate Hoof Inkwell with Pen Rest, by Rowland Ward Co
By Rowland Ward
Located in Reepham, GB
A late 19th century silver plate mounted horse hoof inkwell, the lid and horseshoe of silver plate, the hinged lid opening to the glass inkwell with silver plate collar, with a decor...
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Late 19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Specimen Agate and Quartz Seal
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Specimen agate and quartz seal, of large and substianal size, with beautiful veining and a quartz "nugget" complete with an blank one-inch "seal", not engraved. The agate ( with the ...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Agate, Quartz

1900s English Crystal and Silver Plated Sheffield Inkwell on Tray
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1900s English crystal and silver plated Sheffield inkwell on handled tray. The tray measurement is: Depth: 10 inches. Height: 2.75 inches. Width: 14 inches. The measurement below...
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Early 1900s European Antique European Desk

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Crystal, Silver Plate

Art Nouveau Repousse Brass Glass Inkwell
Located in Austin, TX
art and design that was all the rage in the United States and Europe, during the late 19th and early
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass

Miniature with Bronze Frame, 19th Century, After Work of Sir Joshua Reynolds
Located in Madrid, ES
Miniature with bronze frame in Neoclassical style (19th century). "Mrs. Smith (Charlotte Delaval) and her children (George, Henry, Louisa and Charlotte)". Following the work of Sir...
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19th Century European Neoclassical Revival Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze, Other

Late 19th c. French Hand Painted Faience Inkwell, signed Alice Chaumeil
Located in Winter Park, FL
A good French inkwell faience with great colors and details. Minors chips on the edges but overall condition. Signed CA,, with number 820. From Alcide Chaumeil's atelier in Paris ac...
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Early 20th Century European French Provincial Antique European Desk

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Ceramic

19th Century Inkwell, Louis Philippe Period
Located in Roma, IT
A beautiful double inkwell mounted on a red marble from Verona base, resting on four gilt bronze pad feet. This product is located and shipped from Italy. This artwork is shipped ...
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19th Century European Louis Philippe Antique European Desk

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Art Nouveau Gold-Plated and Enameled Copper Matchstick Box Holder
Located in Barcelona, ES
Seashell shaped Art Nouveau matchstick box holder. Gold-plated copper, seashell and box holder enameled on top/front.
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique European Desk

Materials

Copper

Opens letters in silver with symbols of Portugal, profusely embossed Aviz sword
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver letter opener cut out with symbols of Portugal, Aviz sword profusely embossed. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: boar II Title. Weight: 111.61 grams. Dime...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Palo santo wood envelope holder
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Envelope holder in rosewood with embossed silver applications. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali II Title. Weight: 772.54 grams. Dimensions: 15cmx12cm. Co...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Palo santo wood envelope holder
Palo santo wood envelope holder
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Table alarm clock in rosewood with silver applications
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Table alarm clock in rosewood with silver applications. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali II Title. Weight: 1850.10 grams. Dimensions: 19x16.5. Content: 8...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Regulator clock in rosewood
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Regulator clock in rosewood resting on a rectangular base with silver details. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali II Title. Weight: 509.38 grams. Dimension...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Wooden table regulator clock with silver applications
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Wooden table regulator clock with silver applications. Metal: Silver and Wood. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Javali II Title. Weight: 834.53 grams. Dimensions: 17.5cmx11cm....
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Table alarm clock in rosewood and embossed silver applications
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Table alarm clock in rosewood with embossed silver applications. Metal: Silver and wood. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Javali II Title. Weight: 3205.19 grams. Dimensions: 2...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Table regulator clock in rosewood with silver applications
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Table regulator clock in rosewood with silver applications. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali II Title. Weight: 901.06 grams. Dimensions: . Content: 833/1...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Wooden table regulator clock w/ silver applications 4 circular support bases
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Wooden table regulator clock with silver applications and four circular support bases. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Javali II Title. Weight: 1985.38 grams (...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Table regulator clock in rosewood with silver applications
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Rosewood table regulator clock with silver applications. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Javali II. Title: Weight: 867.97 grams. Dimensions: 10.2cmx13cm. Conte...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Wooden table regulator clock w/ silver relief application rosewood tremolos
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Wooden table regulator clock with embossed silver application and rosewood tremolos. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Javali II Title. Weight: 1510.90 grams. Di...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Wooden regulator clock with silver applications
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Wooden regulator clock with silver applications. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Javali II Title. Weight: 682.44 grams. Dimensions: 17cm x 16.5cm. Content: 833...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

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Silver

Regulator clock with enameled silver “A TOUTES HEURES – BON SOUVENIR”
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Regulator clock with enameled silver structure with the inscription "A TOUTES HEURES - BON SOUVENIR". Metal: Enameled silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali II Title ...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Regulator clock in solid wood with silver applications
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Regulator clock in solid wood with silver applications. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: boar II Title. Weight: 1020.81 grams. Dimensions: 19cmx18.5cm. Content:...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Wooden regulator clock with silver applications by Haller-ag
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Wooden regulator clock with silver applications by Haller-a-gramas. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: boar II Title. Weight: 472.43 grams. Dimensions: 15x3.7cm. ...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Wooden star-shaped regulator clock with silver applications
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Wooden regulator clock with star shape and silver applications. Metal: Silver. Brand: boar II Title. Weight: 1171.79 grams. Dimensions: 20cmx19cm. Content: 833/1000. Ass...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Art deco wooden table regulator clock with silver applications
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Art deco wooden table regulator clock with silver applications. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali II Title. Weight: 484.86 grams. Dimensions: 12x19.9cm. C...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Wooden regulator clock with silver accents Fixe central dial
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Wooden regulator table clock with silver applications and dial in the center with the Fixe brand. Metal: Silver and Wood. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Javali II Title. Wei...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Table regulator clock with silver applications
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Table regulator clock with silver applications. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: boar II Title. Weight: 1060.18 grams. Dimensions: 26x7.4cm. Content: 833/1000. ...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Wooden alarm clock with silver applications
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Wooden alarm clock with silver applications. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali II Title. Weight: 408.75 grams. Dimensions: 13cmx11cm. Content: 833/1000. A...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Regulator clock in rosewood with silver applications
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Regulator clock in rosewood with silver applications. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Javali II Title. Weight: 1048.83 grams. Dimensions: 26.5x23.5cm. Content:...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Regulator clock in rosewood with cut silver applications
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Regulator clock in rosewood with cut silver applications. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali II Title. Weight: 1099.19 grams. Dimensions: 17cmx15cm. Conten...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Wooden regulator clock with silver applications
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Wooden regulator clock with silver applications. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: boar II Title. Weight: 1191.81 grams. Dimensions: 27.6x3.9cm. Content: 833/100...
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19th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Silver

Antique Brass Letter Opener with Celtic Cifer - Symbolism
Located in Esbjerg, DK
power. It was made in Europe during the 19th century. It has indistinguishable markings to one side just
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19th Century European Victorian Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass

Small Tuscan walnut flap table from the 1700s
Located in Cesena, FC
Small Tuscan limelight from the 1700s Small 1700s Tuscan walnut flap, panelled and filleted. Measurements: L. cm 110 - D. cm 50 - H. cm 103 Contact us for further clarification or p...
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18th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Nutwood

Burl Stamp Box
Located in New York, NY
A burl wood stamp box with brass hinge, circa early to mid-20th century. Very good condition as shown in images and video. Dimensions: 2.63" Depth x 3.38" Width.
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Early 20th Century European Antique European Desk

Materials

Burl

Persian-style double-sided clock and garnitures, Charles Stanislas MATIFAT
By Charles Matifat
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
designed for both European tastes and the Ottoman-Persian market. This model was presented in the French
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19th Century European Islamic Antique European Desk

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Antique Letter Opener with Dragon in Brass and Metal
Located in Meer, VAN
execution with nice two tone appearance. Great item, something to behold on your desk. About ORNAMENTUM
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique European Desk

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Silver Enamel Letter Opener Asprey In Box
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique early 20th century English silver letter opener by Asprey and Co. Of an elongated form, the handle is adorned with blue, white and red enamel and a cut-out silhouette of a...
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Early 20th Century European Antique European Desk

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Silver, Enamel

Vicenza Direttorio desk - very early nineteenth century
Located in Vicenza, IT
Elegant Veneto desk from the Vicenza area, datable to the very early nineteenth century, at the height of the Directory period. The cabinet is distinguished by its linearity of form,...
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Early 19th Century European Louis XVI Antique European Desk

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Sable Shaped Letter Opener
Located in Meer, VAN
Early 20th Century Sable Shaped Letter Opener. A letter opener with a very distinct sable style design - early 20th century or even late 19th century. Shows a nice patina. About O...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique European Desk

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Brass

Antique Victorian Mahogany Stationary Box w. Perpetual Calendar, Bramah Improved
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and mint condition, antique desk or table piece. This rare and beautifully crafted
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique European Desk

Materials

Brass

Briar and bois de rose travel writing desk, mid-nineteenth century
Located in Vicenza, IT
Elegant mid-nineteenth-century travel desk, made of briarwood with fine bois de rose threading. A small masterpiece of cabinet making, designed to combine practicality and beauty, ca...
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19th Century European Louis Philippe Antique European Desk

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

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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 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.