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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
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Lacquer
English Slant Front Desk With Japaning Decoration
Located in Buchanan, MI
Very decorative English slant front desk with painted decoration both inside and out. Very good
Category
19th Century English Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
Rare English Regency Style Japanned Map Table Now Adapted as a Partners Desk
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare English regency style japanned map table now adapted to a reverse partners desk; ex
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Late 19th Century English Regency Antique Japanese Desk
E W Godwin A Rare Anglo-Japanese Jacobean or Old English Desk Swivel Armchair
By Edward William Godwin
Located in London, GB
desk swivel armchair, retaining it's original drop in rush seat. This type of desk swivel armchair was
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Late 19th Century English Anglo-Japanese Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Rush, Walnut
Rare Victorian Chinoiserie Japanned Black Laqured Twin Pedestal Partner Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning and very rare 19th century Chinoiserie Japaned
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19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
Meiji Period Carved Hardwood Desk and Chair
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Meiji period carved hardwood desk and chair made for the Panama California Exposition of 1915
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1910s Japanese Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Hardwood
$17,130 / set
19th Century George III Style Red Japanned Knee-Hole Desk
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th century George III chinoiserie knee-hole desk. The gilt chinoiserie is on a red lacquered
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19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
Antique Japanned Caned Black Lacquer Paint Decorated Desk
Stool, 19th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
19th century English Japanned black lacquer writing desk and stool feature hand-painted village
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Early 19th Century English Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Cane, Wood
Japanese Antique, Low table, Taisho Period Early
1900s
, Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This is a Japanese antique Writing Desk.
It was made in the Taisho period(1912-1926).
It is made
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Pine
18th Century, Japanese Cloisonne Scroll Weights
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of antique Japanese enamel metal Fuuchin scroll weights. The scroll weights are enameled
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Late 18th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Enamel
George III Japanned Dressing Table
Located in Doylestown, PA
An English, George III period Sheraton style Lady's dressing/writing table, Japanned with nice
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19th Century English Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique, Low table, Meiji Period, Late 1800
s, Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This is a very old Japanese antique low table.
It dates from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
A
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
Antique Queen Anne English Japanned Lacquer Writing Bureau Desk Claw
Ball Feet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime Queen Anne English made Japanned writing bureau
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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
1920s Oriental, Black Lacquered and Gold Decorated Desk and Chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Super quality oriental desk and chair circa 1920.
Desk with matching desk in chinoiserie
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Early 20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Lacquer
Japanese Antique Old Wooden Low Table / Coffee Table 1830s-1868s Wabi Sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese desk.
In the Edo period, it was used by children to learn to read and
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
Antique Japanese Bronze Turtle
Located in Worcester, GB
Antique Japanese Bronze Turtle – Meiji to Early Showa Period (Late 19th to Early 20th Century
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Early 20th Century Asian Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century Carved Oriental Desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Stunning carved desk possibly Japanese circa 1900.
Good quality desk, comprising of 2 parts.
Top
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Early 20th Century Asian Chinese Export Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Hardwood
Old Japanese Chestnut Desk / Edo Period-Meiji Period / Coffee Table/ Low Table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
can imitate.
This desk was made in Japan from the latter half of the Edo period to the Meiji period
Category
19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Chestnut
French Chinoiserie Or Japanned Inkwell
Located in Nashville, TN
Very pretty French coromandel chinoiserie inkwell in the Louis XV-XVI transitional style .Ormolu mounted porcelain inkwell fixed atop a coromandel panel in a fitted gilt bronze surro...
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Early 20th Century French Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Bronze
Louis XV French Chinoiserie Bureau Desk
Located in Doylestown, PA
18th century French chinoiserie Bureau desk with original leather top. A gallery with 7 cubby holes
Category
18th Century Louis XV Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
Japanese 19th Century Mixed Metals, Letter Opener C.1880
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Japanese 19th century mixed metals, letter opener C.1880. The letter opener brass and copper mixed
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19th Century Japanese Other Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Brass, Copper
A Japanese Lacquer And Gilted Bronze Inkwell
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
A japanese lacquer and gilted bronze inkwell
France, Louis the XVIth
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18th Century and Earlier French Louis XVI Antique Japanese Desk
English Bamboo Desk or Writing Table with Lacquered Top
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English bamboo desk from the Aesthetic Movement era, circa 1870-1910, featuring a japanned
Category
Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Brass
English Bamboo Writing Desk with Leather Top and Lacquered Sides
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English bamboo writing desk or table from the Aesthetic Movement era, circa 1870-1910
Category
Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Brass
Bronze Inkwell in the Japanese Style, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Bronze inkwell in the Japanese style, 19th century, Napoleon III period.
Inkwell by Ferdinand
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19th Century French Japonisme Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Bronze
19th c. English Relief Carved
Black Lacquered Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Nicely hand-carved English Japanned lacquer 3 drawer pedestal desk with oriental motif. Having
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19th Century English Antique Japanese Desk
Iron Mangrove Leg Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18thc. Japanese Elm Wood Piece atop four hand forged, mangrove shaped contemporary iron legs. Works
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18th Century and Earlier Japanese International Style Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Iron
$6,440
Lacquered and Veneered Bureau de Dame, 18th to 19th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
desk put on later legs perfect for a small console or unique side table
Category
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Hardwood
Japanese Antique Old Desk Storage Rack Primitive
Located in Chiba, Chiba
This is a desk from the Taisho period.
It is a rare type with a storage shelf on the top plate.
I
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
19th Century Japanese Export Hardwood Dragon Desk
Located in New York, NY
Intricately carved with dragons. The rectangular top surmounted by an asymmetrical superstructure incorporating pigeon holes and drawers, the frieze fitted with two short drawers rai...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Desk
Japanese Art Deco Marquetry Roll Top Desk Hutch
Located in Austin, TX
A masterful Japanese Art Deco period marquetry desk hutch with two roll top doors.
The interior
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Early 20th Century Japanese Art Nouveau Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Hardwood, Softwood
Japanese Black Lacquered Cypress Wood Writing Desk, Meiji Period
Located in Prahran, Victoria
A rare Japanese portable writing desk with an unusual design. Made from black lacquered cypress
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Japanese Writing Box Travel Desk
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce antique, circa 1900, Japanese black lacquered wood writing slope / travel desk / document
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Early 20th Century Japanese Campaign Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
Antique French Japanned Balloon Desk Clock
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique French Japanned balloon desk clock boasting a pretty enamel dial with Roman and Arabic
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1880s French Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Lacquer
Japanese Antique Writing Desk, Taisho Era
1912-1926
, Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
beautiful low table with finely turned legs. It was used as a writing desk in Japan, a culture that lives
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
Scarlet Japanned Traveling Desk on Stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very pretty Chinese export scarlet lacquer traveling desk circa 1860, decorated overall with
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Lacquer, Wood
Japanese Antique Tenjin Desk, Meiji Era (1868-1912), Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique Tenjin Desk was crafted in the Late Meiji Era (1868-1912).
Made of keyaki (Japanese
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique Tenjin Desk, Meiji Era (1868-1912), Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique writing desk was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912).
Made of chestnut wood and
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Chestnut
George II Green Japanned Secretary Desk
Located in Essex, MA
In two sections with double arched cornice over a pair of etched, beveled mirror doors enclosing shelves and cubbies, the base with hinged fold down writing lid with a fitted interio...
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1740s English George II Antique Japanese Desk
Venetian Rococo Green Japanned Secretary Desk
Located in Essex, MA
With shaped arched cornice over a pair of doors enclosing a red painted interior with shelves over a fold down slant lid writing surface fitted with drawers, over seven drawers with ...
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1760s Italian Rococo Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique Small Black Desk / Edo Period Low Table / Coffee Table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
We have an aesthetic sense peculiar to Japanese people.
And we introduce the unique items that
Category
19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Floor Writing Desk, Taisho Era (1912-1926), Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
desks, this piece was designed for traditional Japanese floor-seated use and has a lower height than
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
Edo Period Japanese Antique Low Table / Coffee Table / Low Desk/Display Stand
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
can imitate.
A low desk made around the late Edo period.
In old Japan, people used to sit on the
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Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Other
Japanese Antique Desk, Wabi-Sabi, Early 20th Century
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is a Japanese antique desk produced in the Taisho period.
This furniture was made by
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Early 20th Century Taisho Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood, Oak
Japanese Antique Desk, Wabi-Sabi, Early 20th Century
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is a Japanese antique desk produced in the Taisho period.
This furniture was made by
Category
Early 20th Century Taisho Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood, Oak
Old Japanese Black Desk "1700s-1800s" Edo Period 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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Mid-18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Open Shelf Rack, Wooden Rack, Desk Rack, Taisho Period
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This is a old open shelf rack from the Taisho period. (1912~1926)
Simple and beautiful design.
The warmth of the wood creates a gentle atmosphere.
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wool
Japanese Antique Writing Desk, Low table Meiji Era
1868-1912
, Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
both strength and elegance to the overall form.
In traditional Japanese living spaces, furniture was
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
19th Century English Country House Japanned Sofa Table Desk
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A well worn Japanned sofa table, of good proportions with painted scenes to the surface and foliate
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Pine
Japanese Antique Coffee Table, Desk, Wabi-Sabi, Early 20th Century
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is a Japanese antique coffee table produced in the Taisho period.
This furniture was made by
Category
Early 20th Century Taisho Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
19th Century George III Style Red Japanned Knee-Hole Desk
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th century George III chinoiserie knee-hole desk. The gilt chinoiserie is on a red lacquered
Category
19th Century English George III Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique Table, Desk, Single Plate, Wabi-Sabi, Early 20th Century
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This antique Japanese table was produced in the Taisho period (1912-1926).
This furniture is made
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Early 20th Century Taisho Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
Vintage Correspondence Table, Anglo Chinese, Oak, Side, Desk, Japanned, Art Deco
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage correspondence table. An Anglo-Chinese oak side table or writing desk with
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Oak
Japanese Antique Coffee Table, Desk, Single Plate, Wabi-Sabi, Early 20th Century
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is a Japanese antique coffee table produced in the Taisho period.
This furniture was made
Category
Early 20th Century Taisho Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood, Cherry
Japanese Antique Coffee Table, Desk, Single Plate, Wabi-Sabi, Early 20th Century
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is a Japanese antique coffee table produced in the Taisho period(1912-1926 CE) .
This
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Early 20th Century Taisho Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
Beautiful Lacquer Writing Desk
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautiful lacquer writing desk. Gold mon (family crest), pine and vine design.
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19th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Desk
Japanese Antique, Low table, Taisho Period
Early 1900s
, Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
as a writing desk in Japan, a culture that lives sitting on the floor.
It is equipped with a
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Japanese Desk
Materials
Wood
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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
- What is a Japanese desk called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What 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.
- What are antique desks called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What 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.
- What is an antique Davenport desk?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An 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, 2022A 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, 2024To 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, 2022To 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, 2022A 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, 2021An 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.
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