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Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Walnut Inkwell German Antique, 1890s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1890s Black Forest Brienz wood carved inkwell in form of a walnut on a leaf. Nice
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1890s German Black Forest Black Antique Desk

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Metal

1920s Art Deco Black and White Marble and Metal French Inkwell
Located in Catania, Sicilia
This is a 1920s French Art Deco inkwell made from black and white marble with metal detailing. The
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Black Antique Desk

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Marble, Metal

C19th Carved Wood and Velvet Black Forest Inkwell with Dog
Located in London, GB
Wonderful German late 19th century carved wood black Forest inkwell. Beautifully carved with a
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19th Century German Black Forest Black Antique Desk

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Velvet, Cut Glass, Wood

Oxford Midcentury Black Leather Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design swivel “Oxford” office desk chair designed by Arne Jacobsen
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1660s Danish Scandinavian Modern Black Antique Desk

Materials

Metal

Rene Lalique Black Glass Glass Tete D aigle Cachet
By René Lalique
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Rene Lalique black glass 'Tete D'aigle' cachet. Engraved makers mark, 'R Lalique France No. 175
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1910s French Art Deco Black Antique Desk

Materials

Glass

Large Oak Wood Desk with Antler Decorations by Rudolf Brix 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A large antique oak wood desk decorated with several antler pieces from the deer and the Virginia
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19th Century Austrian Black Forest Black Antique Desk

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Antler, Wood

Napoleon III Black Gutta Percha Inkstand, Late 19th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
The black inkstand with a molded lion decoration with a shell pen tray. The two glass inkwells on
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Black Antique Desk

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Rubber

Late 19th Century Black Forest Carved Inkwell and Pen Rest with Bear
By Brienz Switzerland
Located in Barntrup, DE
Black Forest carved inkwell and pen rest with a bear, late 19th century. This antique, dark brown
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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Black Antique Desk

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Glass, Wood

Black Forest inkwell cat in boot Swiss Antique 19th Century hand carved glass
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous most rare Swiss Black Forest 19th century Inkwell / desk accessory fully hand carved
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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Black Antique Desk

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Glass, Wood

Victorian Glossy Extending Black Leather Stationary Writing Slope With Key
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Victorian Glossy Black Leather Extending Correspondence Box / Writing Slope With Black Tooled
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Black Antique Desk

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Brass, Steel

Royal Model O Touch Control Glossy Black Portable Manual Typewriter in Case
By Royal
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Royal Model O Touch Control Glossy Black Portable Manual Typewriter in Case. Circa Early
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Black Antique Desk

Materials

Steel

Cartier Paris London 1905 Belle Epoque Enamel Desk Clock 18kt Gold Platinum
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Belle epoque desk clock designed by Cartier. An impressive and magnificent "mignonette" desk clock
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Black Antique Desk

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Gold, Platinum, Silver, Enamel

Victorian Adjustable Writing Table This is a rare piece and a very useful desk
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Victorian Adjustable Writing Table This is a rare piece and a very useful desk, the table is set
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1860s Adam Style Black Antique Desk

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Leather

Rare black Forest rooster inkwell 19th century Swiss glass eyes hand carved
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous most rare Swiss Black Forest 19th century Inkwell / desk accessory fully hand carved
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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Black Antique Desk

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Glass, Wood

Empire-style portal clock, France, early 19th century, black
Located in Berlin, DE
Empire-style portal clock, France, early 19th century. Open portal case made of black stone with
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1820s Empire Black Antique Desk

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Belgian Black Marble

French 19th-Century Louis XV Style Figural Gilt-Bronze Mounted Bureau-Plat Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
top of clock: 59 1/4 inches (150.5 cm). Height to the top of the desk: 31 3/4 inches (80.6 cm). Desk
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Black Antique Desk

Materials

Ormolu

Alfa Romeo Classic Car Radiator Desk Clock, Jaeger, 1920´s. Automobilia
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Very nice Jaeger 8 days table clock. This is a Classic car clock, circa 1920s. It is mounted over a Classic Alfa Romeo small radiator. Fantastic piece of Automobilia, Perfect gift f...
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1920s Swiss Classical Roman Black Antique Desk

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Brass, Enamel

Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Black Marble Standish Double Inkwell
Located in Germantown, MD
An exceptional Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Black Marble Standish Inkwell with Cherub playing
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Late 19th Century Unknown Louis XV Black Antique Desk

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Marble, Metal, Brass

Japanese Brush Pen Holder, Black Color, Engraved in Wood, 20th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
. Characters and landscapes are engraved in the wood, the color of which is black and the density is very
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Early 20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Black Antique Desk

Materials

Wood

American Mahogany Acanthus Carved Gadrooned Partners Desk on Paw Feet, C. 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
American mahogany acanthus carved gadrooned partners desk with baize writing surface, eight drawers
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1840s American American Empire Black Antique Desk

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Brass

Antique French Black Forest Carved Inkwell with Oak Leaves and Birds, Circa 1890
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… Hand-carved in France, circa 1890, this Black Forest inkwell is
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1890s French Black Forest Black Antique Desk

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Glass, Wood

19th Century French Black Painted and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
Located in Dallas, TX
rich patinated black finish with gilt painted motifs throughout. Decorate a shelf with this wonderful
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Mid-19th Century French Black Antique Desk

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Iron

Antique Black Forest Inkwell, Wood, 1920-1930
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful handmade Black Forest inkwell. Around 1920 / 1930. Depiction of a chamois. Wood with
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1920s Black Antique Desk

Materials

Glass, Wood, Nutwood, Walnut

Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Wilton, CT
Originally designed in 1960 by Charles and Ray Eames for use in the lobby of the Time Life building in New York City. This luxurious vintage chair made by Herman Miller in the 1980's...
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Black Antique Desk

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Aluminum, Steel

Exquisite Victorian Walnut Black Leather Campaign Writing Slope
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Exquisite Victorian Hand-Crafted Burr Walnut Writing Slope With Black Tooled Leather Interior With
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19th Century British Victorian Black Antique Desk

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Brass

Late 19th Century French Black Marble Mantel Clock
Located in Greven, DE
French Mantel Clock Paris, circa 1870 Black marble with gilt bronze mounts Dimensions: H × W × D
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Black Antique Desk

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Marble, Bronze, Enamel

Exquisite Victorian Walnut Black Tooled Leather Campaign Writing Slope
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Exquisite Hand-Crafted Victorian Walnut Black Tooled Leather Campaign Writing Slope SLOPE
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19th Century British Victorian Black Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Scrimshaw Steer Horn with Black Armorial Crest Engraving
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a man's office with this fine, antique scrimshaw steer Horn. Found in England, circa 1870, the Horn flaunts impressive engraving work and overall is in excellent condition. ...
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Late 19th Century English Black Antique Desk

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Horn

19th Century Black Forest Carved Walnut Dog and Cat Head Inkwells with Pen Rest
Located in Haarlem, NL
Very cute set of two 19th century Black Forest, Schwarzwald, Forêt Noir carved walnut dog and cat
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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Black Antique Desk

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Glass, Bone, Walnut

French Empire clock in Black marble with gilt bronze mounts, antique
Located in Houston, TX
The black marble in contrast to the brilliant gold bronze Mounts is detailed and effective. The
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Late 19th Century French Black Antique Desk

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Belgian Black Marble, Bronze

Wood Pen Holder, Black and gold Color Japan 19th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Wood Pen Holder, Black and gold Color Japan 19th Century
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19th Century Japanese Napoleon III Black Antique Desk

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Wood

Carved Swiss Black Forest Chalet Clock, circa 1880
Located in Evergreen, CO
Intricate, painstaking detail is featured in this rare and magnificent, hand-carved, Black Forest
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1880s Swiss Black Forest Black Antique Desk

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Walnut

Antique Black Agate Pekingese Dog Mounted Ashtray / Match Strike Faberge Style
By Fabergé
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is an extremely unique and beautiful piece. Having a deep toned black agate ashtray bowl
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Early 20th Century French Black Antique Desk

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Agate

Handsome Large Antique Wooden Black Forest Dog Inkwell c.1890
Located in Bath, GB
A wonderful and very large example of a figural Black Forest inkwell in the form of a Dog's head
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1890s British Late Victorian Black Antique Desk

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Fruitwood

Edwardian, Tall Secretaire, Black Lacquer, Bronze, Abalone Inlay, Marble, 1880s
Located in Manhasset, NY
This spectacular Edwardian Bouille inlaid And bronze-mounted Abattant chest desk has been
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Black Antique Desk

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Wood

Rare Chinese opium smoking tray in Cloisonné Bronze with Black Enamel
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Rare Chinese opium smoking tray in cloisonné bronze with black enamel. Divided into three
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Late 19th Century Chinese Black Antique Desk

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Bronze, Enamel

Three 19th Century Black Forest Carved Walnut Inkwells Monkey Kingfisher Bulldog
Located in Haarlem, NL
Set of three antique Black Forest hand carved walnut wood hinged ink wells with glass insert eyes
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Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Black Antique Desk

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Glass, Walnut

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 Black Antique Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Shakudo Style Letter Clip
Located in New York, NY
Shakudo Style Letter Clip from the 19th Century. A realistic coiled snake in different mixed metals forms the clip over a etched leaf. Hinge is top of clip to open for letters. Beaut...
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1890s Japanese Black Antique Desk

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Black Slate and Marble Mantel Clock
Located in Chicago, IL
This Circa 1900 French Black Slate and Marble Mantel Clock is a formidable and visually stunning
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Black Antique Desk

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Marble, Slate, Brass

French Empire Style Ebonized Mahogany Writing Table
Located in Queens, NY
French Empire style (19th Century) ebonized mahogany writing table desk with a leather top & claw
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19th Century French Empire Black Antique Desk

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Leather

A pedestal in black Belgian marble and red Verona marble with clock, Russia 1890
Located in Milan, IT
Pedestal for important sculptures, with clock, made of black Belgian marble and red Verona marble
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Late 19th Century Russian Black Antique Desk

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Marble, Belgian Black Marble

Antique Swiss Black Forest Carved Linden Wood Clock 19th Century
By C. V. Bergen Co.
Located in London, GB
, known primarily for creating carved wood models in the "Black Forest" style during the late 19th and
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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Antique Desk

Materials

Enamel

Louis XV Antique Boulle Clock Set Black Wood and Gild Bronze 19th century
By Japy Frères
Located in Sweden, SE
.). Antique desk mantel (shelf, desk) clock set with pair candelabra. Size clock itself app.: 53.4 cm (roughly
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Late 19th Century Baroque Black Antique Desk

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Brass, Bronze

English Late Regency Oak Writing Table
Located in Queens, NY
English Late Regency (mid-19th Century) parcel ebonized & oak writing table with black leather
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19th Century British Regency Black Antique Desk

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Oak, Leather

Large Masterly Carved Swiss Black Forest Nutwood Chalet with Clock and Music Box
Located in Lisse, NL
we have had the pleasure of owning and selling a number of beautiful Black Forest antiques, but never
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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Black Antique Desk

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Brass, Iron, Enamel

Antique Victorian Amboyna Inlaid Bonheur Du Jour 19th Century
Located in London, GB
able to offer for sale, in excellent condition, this Victorian Bonheur Du Jour, or Ladies Writing Desk
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1860s English Victorian Black Antique Desk

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Ormolu, Brass

Russian Neoclassic Mahogany Writing Table
By Ptorngren
Located in Queens, NY
Russian Neoclassic (circa 1800) brass mounted mahogany writing table with green leather inset top above 3 frieze drawers, locks stamped "Ptorngren" or "PTGF".
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19th Century Russian Neoclassical Black Antique Desk

Materials

Brass

American Arts and Crafts Sterling and Opal Letter Opener
Located in New York, NY
American Arts and Crafts Sterling and Opal Letter Opener circa 1910. Unknown craftsman with fine jeweler's skills. Hand made with oval bezel set peacock opal surrounded by hand rai...
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1910s American Black Antique Desk

Early 19th Century Dutch Marquetry Writing Table with Inlay
Located in Hudson, NY
craftsmanship with turned legs and inlay on the stretchers. Desk has a single drawer.
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Early 19th Century Dutch Black Antique Desk

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Wood

A rare mid 18th Century Chinese export lacquer bureau on stand circa 1750
Located in Reepham, GB
A Chinese export lacquer bureau on stand with toilet glass, decorated with an unusual polychrome flower design. Made in China circa 1750, the decorative design of this exquisite l...
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18th Century Chinese Black Antique Desk

Materials

Lacquer

French Portico Clock – Black and White Marble, Gilt Bronze – Early 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Refined French Empire-style portico clock, dating from the early 1800s, in black and white marble
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Early 19th Century French Empire Black Antique Desk

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Marble, Bronze

Rare Folk Art Black Forest Root Wood Table Clock w. Bell Ringer Monk, Cuckoo St.
Located in Lisse, NL
years we have had the pleasure of owning and selling a number of beautiful Black Forest antiques, but
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19th Century German Gothic Revival Black Antique Desk

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Brass, Iron

Art Nouveau Diamond and Bakelite Lorgnette
Located in New York, NY
Black bakelite lorgnettes with diamond set Art Nouveau initial decoration. Comes in fitted silk
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Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Black Antique Desk

Viennese enamel bureau cabinet, circa 1880
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality Viennese late 19th century, gilt-bronze and enamel mounted ebonised bureau-cabinet decorated all-over with shaped enamel plaques depicting mythological scenes, inters...
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19th Century Austrian Black Antique Desk

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Enamel

Rare Regency Lacquered Writing Table
Located in Kittery Point, ME
Stand with twin supports in the Chinese taste. This exceptional desk is very much evocative of the
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Early 19th Century English Regency Black Antique Desk

Materials

Lacquer

Chinese Export 18th Century Lacquer Bureau on Stand
Located in London, GB
with gilded decorations on a black lacquer background. The writing section is fitted with double
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Black Antique Desk

Materials

Lacquer

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Black Antique Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal black antique desk for your home. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, every black antique desk was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a black antique desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A black antique desk made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. L.C. Smith Corona Typewriters Inc, Tiffany Studios and Black Forest each produced at least one beautiful black antique desk that is worth considering.

How Much is a Black Antique Desk?

Prices for a black antique desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $61 and can go as high as $200,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,264.
Questions About Black Antique Desk
  • 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 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.