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Carved Water Pot
Located in Shakespeare, ON
. Water pots are kept on scholars’ desks in order to dip brushes and quickly clean the ink off of them.
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Scholars Desk
Materials
Rock Crystal
$9,500
Dhinese Rootwood Scholars Object
Located in Wilton, CT
Unusual Chinese Boxwood Root Scholar's Desk Screen
Intended for the Contemplation of
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Scholars Desk
Chinese Lingbi or Scholar
s Rock
Located in Seattle, WA
scholars desks as contemplative objects. The stone mounted on original 19th century carved wood stand.
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Scholars Desk
Materials
Stone
Antique Chinese Dark Elm Desk
Located in New York, NY
Antique Chinese Dark Elm Rectangular
Scholar's Desk or Dining Table
Dark Lacquered Top on Four
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Scholars Desk
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Chinese Lingbi or Scholar
s Rocks
Located in Seattle, WA
scholar's desks as contemplative objects. These stones were probably collected in China and brought to Japan
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Scholars Desk
Materials
Stone, Metal
Offering Table
Located in New York, NY
Carved elmwood scholar's desk/low altar table.
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Scholars Desk
Materials
Elm
$2,250
18th Century Chinese Scholar
s Table/Desk
Located in Washington, DC
Ming style Chinese Scholar's Painting Table. Centuries of age are evident in its warm, compelling
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18th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Scholars Desk
Materials
Elm
Unusual Scholars Wood Carved Primitive Desk
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Unusal scholars style primitive desk of native Indonesian wood with a wonderful patina. No drawer
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19th Century Indonesian Antique Scholars Desk
Materials
Wood
Chinese Scholar
s Table
Located in Washington, DC
Ming style Scholar's Painting Table. Centuries of age are evident in it's warm, compelling patina
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Scholars Desk
Materials
Elm
$4,200
5 pairs of large 19th Century Korean Watercolors
Located in Long Island City, NY
5 pairs of 19th Century Korean trompe l'oeil watercolors on silk representing scholar's desk
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19th Century Korean Antique Scholars Desk
4 Pairs of 19th Century Korean Watercolors
Located in Long Island City, NY
4 pairs of 19th century Korean tropme l'oeil watercolors on silk representing scholar's desk
Category
19th Century Korean Antique Scholars Desk
English Antique Scholars Captain Chair
Located in Lancashire, GB
English Antique Scholars Captain Chair.
An unusual English antique scholars chair, from Cambridge
Category
19th Century English Antique Scholars Desk
Materials
Ash, Elm
Victorian circa 1850 Ruby Sapphire Opal Emerald Multi Gemstone 18k Gold Bracelet
Located in Berlin, Berlin
humanity. From the desks of scholars, across the studioli of Italian rulers and royal cabinets of
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18th Century Unknown Early Victorian Antique Scholars Desk
Materials
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Beryl, Emerald, Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Morganite, O...
19th Century Sculpture of an Artist
Scholar, Desk Accessory
Located in Harrisburg, PA
Scholar.
They are well weighted and could be used possibly as bookends.
The finish is appropriate
Category
Mid-19th Century Unknown Rococo Antique Scholars Desk
Materials
Spelter
Pair of Chaekkori Watercolors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of 19th Century Korean trompe l'oeil water colors on silk representing scholar's desk
Category
19th Century Korean Antique Scholars Desk
Pair of Korean Chaekkori Watercolors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of 19th Century Korean trompe l'oeil water colors on silk representing scholar's desk
Category
19th Century Korean Antique Scholars Desk
Japan-Lacquered Chinoiserie Scholars or Writing Table w/ Silver Mounts, C. 1860
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
A very special Japanned lacquered writing table, circa 1860. With silver plated mounts, one drawer and pull-out tray with blue Ostrich panel. The interior is fitted with three separa...
Category
1860s Japanese Early Victorian Antique Scholars Desk
Materials
Lacquer
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Antique Scholars Desk For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique scholars desk for your home. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and elm, every antique scholars desk was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the antique scholars desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique scholars desk, those designed in Arts and Crafts, Neoclassical and Rococo styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique scholars desk over the years, but those crafted by Awaji Pottery are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Antique Scholars Desk?
An antique scholars desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,550, while the lowest priced sells for $225 and the highest can go for as much as $9,800.
Questions About Antique Scholars Desk
- 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 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 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.
- 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.
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