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JAPAN 1900 Meiji Signed Okimono Sculpture of Fukurokuju In Polychrome Gilt
Located in Miami, FL
your desk, your Japanese antiques collection, or your bijouterie cabinet. Fukurokuju This is a
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Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Desk

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Gold

JAPAN 1900 Meiji Period Carved Wood Netsuke Of Frog Resting In A Lotus
Located in Miami, FL
patina of over 100 years old. This antique piece will be a great addition for your desk, Japanese
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Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Desk

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Wood

1800s - 1860s Edo Japanese antique chestnut low coffee table wabi sabi primitive
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
New finds from Kura (traditional style warehouse) in Yamagata pref., Tohoku area, Japan. This
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Desk

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Wood, Chestnut

20th Century Bronze / Brass Industrial Flame Proof Ceiling Light / Desk Lamp
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Solid bronze desk lamp with braided cable and dimmer switch. Comes with vintage Edison filament
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19th Century Japanese Industrial Antique Japanese Desk

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Brass, Bronze

Antique English Jennens Bettridge Paper Mache Ladies Writing Box or Lap Desk
By Jennens and Bettridge
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique writing box or lap desk was made by the highly renowned Jennens & Bettridge of England
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Japanese Desk

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Paper

19th Century English Chinoiserie Ladies Secretaire Writing Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
made in the Chinoiserie revival period of Europe in the mid-19th century. The desk features a Japanned
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19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Japanese Desk

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Brass

Japanese Desk and Chair
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Oriental Desk and Chair set of Rosewood. Extremely ornate carving of dragons and fanciful rendering
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19th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Desk

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Wood

Japanese desk
Located in New York, NY
Small floor desk. Nicely figured solid Keyaki (zelkova) wood exterior with Sugi (cedar) drawer
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19th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Desk

Japanese Art Deco Desk Set.
Located in Toronto, ON
Art deco desk set. Made in Japan. Covered in stylized deco images.
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Desk

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Glass

19th Century Japanese Style English Writing Desk
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
A 19th century Japanese style English writing desk made from walnut. The slant front opening to a
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19th Century Antique Japanese Desk

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Walnut

19th Century Scholars Desk
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Scholars desk crafted in the 19th century from Elm
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Desk

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Elm

Black Lacquer Queen Anne Japanned Dressing Table, circa 1750
Located in Carmel, CA
The top of this dressing table depicts three Japanese ladies dressed in kimonos, strolling in a
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1750s English Antique Japanese Desk

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Lacquer

George III Style Mustard Yellow Chinoiserie Japanned Kneehole Desk, 19th Century
Located in Louisville, KY
Second half of the 19th century; rectangular top over a central drawer and cabinet door flanked with tapering drawers; raised on bracket feet. Decorated throughout with chinoiserie s...
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19th Century British Chinese Chippendale Antique Japanese Desk

18th Century Red and Gilt Japanned Lacquer Bureau
Located in London, GB
18th century red and gilt Japanned lacquer Bureau.
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Mid-18th Century Antique Japanese Desk

Japanese Bronze Meiji Period Figural Letter Opener
Located in Papaikou, HI
pad. The moment of anticipation, frozen in time. It's a beautiful representation of Japanese art at
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1910s Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Desk

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Bronze

French 19th Century Japanese Lacquer Bureau Plat in Napoleon III Style
By Napoléon III
Located in Vilnius, LT
Very rare 19th century French desk in ebony with bronze. French Napoleon III bureau plat - desk. It
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Japanese Desk

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Bronze

French Ormolu Mounted Japanese Lacquer Inkwell, Attributed, Maison Millet
By Maison Millet
Located in Pasadena, CA
The bronzes attributed to Maison Millet, retailed by Escalier De Cristal, Circa 1880, The Lacquer Meiji Period (1868-1912) The undeside applied with a paper retailer's label Escalie...
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Late 19th Century French Japonisme Antique Japanese Desk

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Bronze, Ormolu

Early 19th Century Chinoiserie Desk
Located in Richmond, VA
Early 19th Century Japanned Decorated Lacquer Desk with shaped legs, two drawers and glass cabinet
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19th Century English Antique Japanese Desk

Japanned George III-Period Precision Bracket Clock by Parkinson Frodsham
By Parkinson Frodsham
Located in Braine-le-Chateau, BE
Bracket clock with precision visible deadbeat escapement, signed Parkinson & Frodsham, London. George III Period, circa 1810. Movement with two fusees and gutline transmission, Grah...
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1810s English George III Antique Japanese Desk

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Brass, Steel

A 19th Century Black Lacquered and Ormolu-Mounted Bureauplat
By Jacques Dubois
Located in Armadale, Victoria
straight fronted frieze of three framed japanned drawers with landscapes, each with foliated escutcheon
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Japanese Desk

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Bronze

Articulated Bronze Lobster
Located in Stamford, CT
including patina and oxidation. Made in Japan.
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1880s Japanese Antique Japanese Desk

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Meiji Era Cast Bronze Rabbit Statue
Located in Vineyard Haven, MA
Fantastic solid bronze rabbit. Perfect detailing; likely Meiji Era from Japan. Cast metal. One
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Desk

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Bronze

Antique Red Lacquered Chinoiserie and Bronze Inkstand
Located in Sheffield, MA
Charming small oval gilded bronze red lacquered chinoiserie inkstand with hinged top revealing the ink receptacle inside, mounted on small gilded feet.
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1860s British Chinoiserie Antique Japanese Desk

Materials

Metal

Georgian Bracket Clock on Its Bracket by George Prior, London
By George Prior
Located in Braine-le-Chateau, BE
Movement with two fusees and gutline transmission, anchor recoil escapement, spring suspended pendulum with adjustment under the bob. Hourly rack strike on a bronze bell above. Finel...
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1790s English George III Antique Japanese Desk

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Brass, Enamel

A Japanese four column Desk Lamp
By Derapage Design
Located in San Francisco, CA
Four tapering columns support the cylindrical paper shade. Finish is mahogany. Line switch and 60 watt bulb.
One avaialable.
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19th Century American Antique Japanese Desk

Meiji Carved and Lacquered Desk
Located in Miami, FL
Japanese carved and lacquered desk referred to as Kamakura-bori lacquer. Note: Kamakura-bori is
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Desk

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Lacquer, Wood

18th Century Rococo Japanned Desk
Located in San Francisco, CA
An Italian Rococo gilt bronze mounted later japanned desk. The top lid opening to reveal a tooled
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18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Japanese Desk

Carved Japanese Desk and Chair Set Bureau 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Highly sought after antique Japanese desk with matching chair Hand carved from hardwood with some
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1880s Antique Japanese Desk

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Hardwood

Carved Japanese Desk and Chair Set Bureau 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Highly sought after antique Japanese desk with matching chair Hand carved from hardwood with some
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1880s Antique Japanese Desk

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Hardwood

Exceptional Double Pedestal Chinoiserie/Japanned Desk, 19th Century
Located in Pasadena, CA
Superb double pedestal three-part Japanned desk. The desk is a faux partners desk dating from the
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Mid-19th Century English Regency Antique Japanese Desk

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Brass

19th Century Highly Carved Japanese Desk and Chair
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th century highly carved Japanese writing desk and chair from the Meiji period, the desk
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1880s Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Desk

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Hardwood

Chinoiserie Faux Tortoise Bamboo Japanned Desk or Writing Table, 1800s, England
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A fine chinoiserie faux tortoiseshell handmade wood and bamboo desk with drawers and leather top. A
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Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Japanese Desk

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Wood, Leather, Bamboo, Paint

Old Japanese Desk Edo-Meiji Period 1800s Chestnut Antique Table/Low Table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
can imitate. A desk made in Japan from the latter half of the Edo period to the Meiji period. In old
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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Desk

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Chestnut

Old Japanese Desk Meiji Period 1800s-1900s Cedar Antique Table/Low Table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
beautiful. This furniture is very rare even in Japan. The condition is also good.
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Desk

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Cedar

18th Century French Louis XV Chinoiserie Desk
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Louis XV Chinoiserie Japanned Desk Fourth quarter, 18th century; black japanned shaped desk with
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Japanese Desk

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Wood

George I Style, Chinoiserie, Green-Japanned Desk, Bookcase, Parcel-Gilt, 1920s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Chinoiserie, Secretary Desk with Bookcase in the George I Style, Green Lacquer, Giltwood, China
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Early 20th Century Chinese George I Antique Japanese Desk

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Giltwood, Lacquer

Japanese Carved Desk Hardwood Bureau Meije
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing an elaborate hand carved Japanese desk in hardwood Hopefully the photos illustrate
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18th Century Antique Japanese Desk

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Hardwood

Old Japanese Desk 1700s-1800s Edo Period Chestnut Antique Table or Low Table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
can imitate. This desk was made in the latter half of the Edo period (1700 to 1800) in Japan. In
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Desk

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Chestnut

Japanese Parquetry Desk, Mid 19th century
Located in San Marino, CA
An unusual Japanese lacquer desk with random geometric parquetry, having two painted cupboard doors
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19th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Desk

Japanese Antique, Japanese-style writing desk, Early Showa Period(1926-)
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This is a Japanese antique writing desk. It was made the Early Showa period(1926-). Made with
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antique Japanese Desk

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Wood

A Carved Japanese Writing Desk and Chair
Located in Austin, TX
A heavily and well carved Japanese export desk and chair. The desk features two
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Desk

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Wood

Japanese Meiji Period Carved Desk Circa 1900
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
A Japanese Meiji period writing desk dating from the late 19th century, exquisitely hand-carved
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Desk

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Hardwood

Magnificent Japanese Marquetry and Parquetry Cylinder Desk
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
The lowest section with four drawers on either side of the kneehole and side cupboards, the central section with the roll top opening to reveal a pull out writing slide, pigeon holes...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Desk

Japanese Antique, Japanese-style writing desk Early Showa Period(1926-)Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This is a Japanese antique writing desk. It was made the Early Showa Period(1926-). This desk is
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antique Japanese Desk

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Chestnut

Antique English Satinwood Desk in the Japanese Manner circa 1900
Located in Norwich, GB
An antique Edwardian Japanese manner satinwood inverted breakfront desk, with leather and gilt
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Early 20th Century English Anglo-Japanese Antique Japanese Desk

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Leather, Satinwood

Japanese Antique Desk Table 1912s-1930s Primitive Japandi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
This is an old Japanese desk. It was made from the Taisho period to the early Showa period. It was
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Desk

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Wood

Japanese Antique, Writing Desk, Taisho Period’Early 1900s , Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This is a very old Japanese-style writing desk. It dates back to the Taisho period(1912-1926) It
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Japanese Desk

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Wood

Early Industrial Rolling Desk / Bar by Toledo, Japanning, copper flash
By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Seldom seen early Industrial rolling desk by Toledo. Amazing finish,, patina,, Japanning ,,copper
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Early 1900s American Industrial Antique Japanese Desk

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Metal, Steel

Japanese Antique Low Writing Desk, Taisho Era 1912-1926 , Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique low writing desk was crafted in the Taisho Era(1912-1926). An antique low writing
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Japanese Desk

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Wood

19th Century Desk with Cylinder Japanese Lacquer Decor
Located in Marseille, FR
Early 19th century magnificent cylinder desk in Japanese lacquer decorated with flowers and plants
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Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Japanese Desk

Materials

Wood

19th Century Japanese Style Desk
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A 19th Century English desk/dressing table featuring its original painted decoration in the then
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19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Japanese Desk

Materials

Ash

Elegant 19th Century Writing Desk with Neo-Japanese Decoration
Located in Sofia, BG
Rare and very elegant French 19th century drop-front writing desk in natural wood with neo-Japanese
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Late 19th Century French Antique Japanese Desk

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Wood

Handmade Antique Japanese Tansu Campaign Desk Cabinet
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Entirely handmade cabinet, hand wrought and hammered metal hardware. Cabinet is entirely dovetailed and splined. Can be used as a end table, or even mounted on a wall. Interior boxes...
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Campaign Antique Japanese Desk

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Iron

George III Japanned Knee Hole Desk
Located in Milford, NH
George III lacquered and Japanned knee hole desk cabinet with raised Chinoisserie decoration
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18th Century and Earlier English Antique Japanese Desk

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Wood

Rare Victorian Chinoiserie Japanned Black Laqured Twin Pedestal Partner Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this stunning and very rare 19th century chinoiserie Japaned lacquered twin
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1860s English High Victorian Antique Japanese Desk

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Wood

Japanese Antique Desk, Taisho Era 1912-1926 , Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique desk was crafted in the Taisho Era(1912-1926). Crafted during the Taisho era, this
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Japanese Desk

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Chestnut

English Bamboo and Lacquer Two Tier Japanned Writing Desk, Early 20th C.
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This early 20th century English bamboo writing desk features an embossed leather lined top
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Early 20th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Japanese Desk

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Leather, Bamboo, Lacquer

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Antique Japanese Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique Japanese desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and lacquer, every antique Japanese desk was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the antique Japanese desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique Japanese desk, designed in the Georgian, Louis XVI or Louis XV style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one antique Japanese desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Awaji Pottery, Edward William Godwin and Charles Hindley Sons produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Japanese Desk?

Prices for an antique Japanese desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $199 and can go as high as $229,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,122.
Questions About Antique Japanese Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    What a Japanese desk is called depends on its style. A chabudai is a short work desk that rests on folding legs, making it easy to transport. Zens are another type of portable desk that resembles a tray. People commonly use them both for dining and work. Another type of desk is the kotatsu. This desk features a frame that rests over a heater and has a soft cloth cover. A tabletop sits on top of the kotatsu, providing a surface for writing, reading and using a laptop computer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Japanese desks.
  • 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 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 ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    To tell if your Japanese pottery is antique, look for markings, which usually appear on the bottoms of pieces. If you see the word "Nippon," your piece was likely produced between 1891 and 1921, making it an antique. Pieces marked with the words "made in occupied Japan" originated between 1945 and 1952 and are vintage, based on their age. A "made in Japan" marking may indicate a vintage or contemporary piece. If you don't see any of these markings, consult trusted online resources to get a rough idea of when your pottery was produced. Any piece that dates back 100 years or more is antique. Should you encounter difficulty with the dating process, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Japanese pottery.
  • 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.