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Louis XV Style Leather Desk Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The deep shaped seat is upholstered in brown leather, and its shaped rail mirrors the back and has carved scrolled foliate motifs. Raised on four carved cabriole legs with heavy knee...
Category
20th Century Louis XV Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Desk Chair
Located in Stockbridge, GA
This Desk Chair is made of mahogany, French Louis-Philippe Period.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Office Chairs and Desk Ch...
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Mahogany and Button Back Leather Revolving Office or Desk Chair
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine 19th Century well figured mahogany button back leather revolving office or desk chair
Category
Antique 19th Century English Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass
Antique Victorian Quality Carved Mahogany Desk Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality carved mahogany desk chair having a quality carved mahogany shaped back
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Other
1980s Nicos Zographos Alpha Desk Chairs in Black Leather and Dark Bronze
By Nicos Zographos, Zographos Designs Ltd.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are CH6 Alpha Bucket Swivel Chairs, initially designed by Nicos Zographos in 1964. These
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Herman Miller Aeron Office Desk Chair
By Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A perfectly engineered icon of contemporary design, this Aeron chair represents the pinnacle of
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Arts
Crafts X-Frame Mahogany Desk Chair
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Arts & Crafts X-frame mahogany desk chair.
The chair is set on X-framed Legs, a very strong
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desk Chair Office Chair Labofa 1950 Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage desk chair or office chair with swiveling function by Labofa from
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Single Mid century desk chairs- Black velvet
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very stylish mid century desk chair. This has a stained beech frame with great patina
Category
20th Century Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Beech
Jim Hammer Walnut High Back Desk Chair, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Jim Hammer Walnut High Back Desk Chair, 1970’s. Marked and signed on bottom and also #9/14
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Arne Jacobsen Sevener Desk Chair, model 3117
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Chicago, IL
Arne Jacobsen Sevener Desk Chair, model 3117
Swivel and adjustable seat height
Reupholstered with
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
$4,640 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Herman Miller Aeron Office Desk Chair
By Herman Miller
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Vintage Herman Miller Aeron Office Desk Chair. Featuring lumbar support
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
$1,196 Sale Price
20% Off
Uncommon Height Desk Chair from Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in South Charleston, WV
birch desks he produced in the era. Note the stool seat height is 19-20" (chair seat is curved). All
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Upholstered desk chair with stylized blackened frame
Located in New York, NY
Upholstered desk chair with stylized blackened metal frame by Luigi Caccia Dominioni.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Jacques Quinet Desk Chair, France 1950
s
By Jacques Quinet
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful armchair in original stitched leather and patina.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
Secession Desk Chair No. 25 by Thonet
By August Thonet, Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession desk chair no. 25 by Thonet with new handmade rattan seat professionally stained and
Category
Antique Early 1900s Czech Vienna Secession Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Bentwood
Industrial GoodForm Aluminum Upholstered Office Desk Chair
By GoodForm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
3129 Comfort Master. The chair features square tube aluminum armrests and a cast aluminum base. For
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
A Rare English Georgian Button Back Desk Chair
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Rare English Georgian Button Back Desk Chair
The Chair has a deeply buttoned leather back and a
Category
Antique 18th Century Georgian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
A Superbly Comfortable 19th Century Swivelling Desk Chair
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Superbly Comfortable 19th Century Swivelling Desk Chair
The Chair has a deep curving top rail
Category
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Oak
19th Century English Victorian Mahogany Desk Chair
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a Victorian mahogany desk chair, in the Arts & Crafts style, revolving and with four
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Art Deco French Desk Chair in Walnut
Located in Houston, TX
Comfortable and spacious Art Deco French Chair made out of walnut wood. Newly re-upholstered with
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass
Empire Mahogany Desk Chair, Early 19th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
The desk chair with carved diamond motif on crest and richly carved griffin wings above articulated
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Desk Chair by Max Pearson for Knoll
By Max Pearson, Knoll
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A desk chair with the original channel-stitched upholstery, on an X-form caster base.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
$6,800 / item
Antique Victorian Polished Leather Bentwood Revolving Desk Chair
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Antique Victorian Bentwood Frame Revolving Desk Chair With A Newly Upholstered Polished Racing
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Office Chairs and Desk ...
Materials
Brass, Iron
$1,228 Sale Price
25% Off
1x Mid-Century Modern Desk Chair by Stakmore
Located in Los Angeles, CA
: Stakmore Co. Inc.
Materials: Birch, Original Vinyl
This charming 1960s desk chair by Stakmore Co. Inc
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Birch
$295 / item
Antique Victorian Gothic Revival Solid Oak Desk Chair
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Victorian Gothic revival solid oak desk chair, made in England and dating from
Category
Antique 1870s British Gothic Revival Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Quality Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Desk Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality antique Victorian carved mahogany desk chairs having a quality carved mahogany shaped top
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Other
Black Leather and Teak Desk Chair by Illum Wikkelsø for N. Eilersen, 1960s.
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Vintage Danish Black Leather & Teak Desk Chair – There are many chairs out there but not many are
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Classic French Desk Chair in Faux Shagreen Leather
By Jules Leleu
Located in North Miami, FL
Wonderful simplicity in this perfectly restored French armchair - perfect for a desk in the style
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Oak, Leather
Industrial Machine Age Brushed Steel Desk Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial, 1940s, machine age, brushed steel desk chair with newly upholstered light ochre vinyl
Category
Vintage 1940s American Machine Age Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Saarinen Style Mid-Century Wheeled Desk Chair
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Saarinen style mid-century wheeled desk chair.
This chair measures: 25 wide x 23.25 deep x 33.25
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Fabricius and Kastholm Tarmac High Back Desk Chair Swivel Base FK 6725, 1964
By Jørgen Kastholm
Preben Fabricius, Kill International
Located in Vienna, AT
Fabricius and Kastholm tarmac High Back Bird Desk Chair Swivel Base FK 6725, 1964- Original
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Desk Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An adjustable and swiveling roll arm desk chair in the original brown leather, having a chromed
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
$9,500 / item
1960s Herman Miller Eames Swivel Office Desk Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage 1960s Herman Miller Eames fiberglass shell office or desk chair. Swivel base with wheels
Category
Mid-20th Century Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
M2L M Swivel Desk Chair in STOCK
Located in New York, NY
Swivel chair
4 stars chromed steel base
padded and upholstered
Category
2010s Italian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Textile
$195 Sale Price
72% Off
Swivel Desk Chair by GoodForm General Fireproofing
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in New York, NY
Great Art Deco swivel desk chair with adjustable tilt backrest, stylized armrests, and aluminum
Category
Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Nicos Zographos Gray Leather Office/Desk Chairs, 1980
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Chicago, IL
Nicos Zographos grey leather office/desk chair, 1980s. Original slate grey color leather.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Antique French Mahogany Barrel Back Desk Chair
Located in New Orleans, LA
A pleasing chair with its navy and blue stars upholstery.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Ward Bennett Upholstered Desk Chair for Brickel Associates
By Ward Bennett, Brickel Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ward Bennett upholstered desk chair for Brickel Associates, c.1960s, USA. This chair features a
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Meow Office Chair in Antracite Velvet by MAGILORE – Kids’ Swivel Desk Chair
Located in Vila Nova de Famalicão, PT
Velvet, a luxury swivel desk chair designed to inspire imagination while ensuring everyday functionality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Office Chairs and Desk C...
Materials
Velvet, Faux Fur, Lacquer
Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Art Deco desk chair
Wood
Year: 1930
Country: France
If you are looking for a desk chair to match
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Wood
Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Art Deco desk chair
Country: France
If you are looking for a desk chair to match your desk, we
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Wood
Swedish Designer, Desk Chair, Birch, Metal, Sweden, 1900
Located in High Point, NC
A birch and metal desk chair or armchair designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1900.
The seat can
Category
Antique Early 1900s Swedish Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Space Age Black Faux Leather Swan Desk Chair Office Chair 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age vintage desk chair from faux leather and metal tulip - like 1960s.
A wonderful office
Category
Mid-20th Century Space Age Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
1990s Richard Sapper for Knoll Office / Desk Chair with Black Fabric and Frame
By Knoll, Richard Sapper
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sapper for Knoll office / desk chair in black fabric with black enameled frame. This is an iconic design
Category
1990s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Twain Desk
Chair Set by Gio Bagnara
By Stephane Parmentier
Located in New York, NY
GIOBAGNARA
Renowned for its elegant creations that convey luxury
without ostentation, GIOBAGNARA adheres to the
highest standards of craftsmanship. By pursuing
a philosophy that inco...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
$11,300 / item
19th Century English Victorian Swivel Captains Desk Chair
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome 19th century English Victorian period captains chair or smokers' bow chair crafted from
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Plastic, Mahogany
Art Deco Leather Desk Elbow chair circa 1930s
By Harry
Lou Epstein Furniture Co
Located in Dereham, GB
Art Deco Leather Desk Elbow chair circa 1930s
Ebonised Frame with open elbows
Recently Re covered
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
$818 Sale Price
20% Off
Meow Office Chair in Lion Velvet by MAGILORE – Kids’ Swivel Desk Chair
Located in Vila Nova de Famalicão, PT
Velvet, a luxury swivel desk chair designed to inspire imagination while ensuring everyday functionality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Office Chairs and Desk C...
Materials
Velvet, Faux Fur, Lacquer
Sculptural Danish desk chair from the 1980´s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
From the 1980s – a modern Danish desk chair that effortlessly blends form and function. Crafted
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
1970
s Ultra Modern Adjustable Office Desk Chair
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Ultra Modern Adjustable Office Desk Chair. Very nice quality. Green color.
Category
Vintage 1970s Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
$660 Sale Price
20% Off
Mario Bellini Post-Modern Executive Desk Chair for Vitra, Signed and Dated 1992
By Mario Bellini, Vitra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A spectacular set of Mario Bellini signed desk chairs for the Vitra, dated 1992 production. This
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Plastic
$1,250 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Desk Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality antique Victorian carved mahogany desk chair having an outstanding quality
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Other
Marcatre Highback Archizoom Black Leather Desk Chair
Located in New York, NY
1 highback
By Marcatre and designed by Paolo Deganella and Gilberto Corretti, members of the Italian "Archizoom" group.
Category
2010s Italian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$1,200 Sale Price
40% Off
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960
s)
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's)
Base: Solid walnut with Shepard double-wheel
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
$5,200 Sale Price
20% Off
1930s Fiddleback Oak Windsor Style Tilting and Rolling Desk Chair W/ Saddle Seat
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare 1930s Fiddleback Oak high back Windsor Style Tilting back and Rolling Desk Chair With Saddle
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Iron
Fabricius and Kastholm White High Back Desk Chairs (2) Swivel Base FK 6725, 1964
By Jørgen Kastholm
Preben Fabricius, Kill International
Located in Vienna, AT
Fabricius and Kastholm 2x White High Back Bird Desk Chair Swivel Base FK 6725, 1964 (seat height 19
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
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Desk And Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal desk and chair for your home. Each desk and chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and animal skin. If you’re shopping for a desk and chair, we have 6773 options in-stock, while there are 214 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect desk and chair — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A desk and chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Knoll each produced at least one beautiful desk and chair that is worth considering.
How Much is a Desk And Chair?
The average selling price for a desk and chair at 1stDibs is $1,899, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $210,000 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Office-chairs-desk-chairs for You
An essential part of every office or home workstation, office chairs and desk chairs are critically important to your comfort and getting the job done.
Desk chairs have evolved over time. While writing the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson pined for a wider range of motion and introduced some improvements to his English-style Windsor chair, inventing the swivel chair along the way. So the next time you roll, recline or swivel at your vintage desk, remember: The third president of the United States had a lot to do with that functionality.
Changes in the availability of resources have also led to innovations in desk chair design. After World War II, for example, optimistic American designers made use of wartime materials in their efforts to create practical domestic goods.
Mid-century modernism is the name given to the broad postwar time period that prioritized thoughtful design. Journalist Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” cites “ergonomic wisdom” as part of the reason for the longevity of the era’s furnishings, and when it comes to sitting in a desk chair for hours at a time, what could be more important than ergonomic support?
As mid-century modernism was marked by resourcefulness and boundless creativity — and produced designers who, in most cases, prioritized comfort and support — it follows that all mid-century chairs are not the same. Nowhere is this perhaps more evident than at Herman Miller. The legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer got its start in the office, with design director George Nelson enlisting the likes of Charles and Ray Eames to produce desk chairs and lounge chairs that are still celebrated today. Elsewhere at the time, the numerous pieces Florence Knoll created for Knoll’s office furniture line were envisioned as design solutions for the changing needs of residential and office spaces.
If you’re working remotely and streamlined seating isn’t your thing, don’t be afraid of making a statement with your office chair. Introduce a touch of drama to your video calls by way of 19th-century desk accessories and the alluring forms we typically associate with antique desk chairs designed in the Empire and Regency styles. For a minimalist touch, a spare, utilitarian Industrial-style office chair can work in any space but will fit in particularly well amid the exposed brick and steel architecture that characterizes a loft apartment.
An inspiring home office cleverly mixes materials and styles to create a welcoming place of productivity and comfort, and if you’re gathering with colleagues at your company HQ, an array of wood, leather and metal office chairs can help integrate disparate textures in a conference room or any other collaborative space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office and desk chairs today.
Questions About Desk And Chair
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021There are many kinds of office chairs — it is a matter of preference. An office desk chair should have a few features such as adjustability in height, backrests and armrests, lumbar support, sufficient seat depth and width, sufficient padding in breathable material, and swivel and casters for easy movement. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office desk chairs today.
- What is a waterfall desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.
- What is a writing desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.
- What is a kneehole desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.
- What is a desk tray?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.
- What is a captain s desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A captain’s desk is sometimes referred to as Davenport desk. It is a small desk with an inclined desktop that can be lifted to access large storage space. It has smaller spaces in the form of small drawers and pigeonholes on the sides. This desk owes its name to Captain Josiah Davenport (1771–1836) who was the first to commission the design. Find a collection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs today.
- What is a bed desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.
- What is a peninsula desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A peninsula desk is a two-sided desk, with each side designed with one long drawer. This functional desk makes working with a partner easy. You can shop a collection of peninsula desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a modular desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.
- What is a hutch on a desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A hutch is a set of cabinets or shelves placed on top of a desk. Hutches can also be found on counters, drawers, and even cabinets.
- What is an executive desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.
- What is a tanker desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A tanker desk is a type of desk made of a simple rectangular working surface that rests on two pedestals. A tanker desk can also take the form of a large surface that rests on a pair of small cabinets consisting of drawers of multiple sizes. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tanker desks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- How do you date a desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To date a desk, first look for any stamps or labels that tell you the name of the company that produced it. You can then use the maker information to research the piece using trusted online resources. In some cases, you may even find a manufacturing date on the piece. If you have difficulty determining how old a piece is, seek help from a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern desks on 1stDibs.
- How high should a desk be?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A person of average height should have a desk that is 28 to 30 inches high.
- What is a Murphy desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A Murphy desk is a wall-mounted desk that folds out to provide a work surface for a laptop, tablet, documents, and other items. It is a great solution if you have a little space or don't require a full desk every day. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murphy desks on 1stDibs.
- What is a captain’s desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A captain’s desk is a type of desk that you stand at rather than sit in front of. It usually has an angled desktop and decorative molding. Captain Josiah Davenport commissioned the British furniture maker Gillows of Lancaster to design the first one in the late 18th century. Sometimes, people refer to the furnishing as a Davenport desk in his honor. Shop a variety of captain’s desks on 1stDibs.
- What is a kidney desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A kidney desk is a desk that has a curvy top that is similar in shape to a human kidney. Many kidney desks are very ornate, showing off details like vellum-lined tabletops and parquetry inlay. Shop a selection of kidney desks on 1stDibs.
- What is a console desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024A console desk is a high, narrow table called a console table that can double as a desk. It is often used by people who work from home in a communal space, such as a hallway or a living room, as a workspace. Some console tables feature built-in storage, like drawers or shelves. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of console tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Which chair is best for a George Nakashima Origins for Widdicomb desk is largely a matter of preference. George Nakashima chairs with Shaker-inspired spindle backs like the Mira and Conoid tend to complement the lines of the desks in the collection. However, you can mix and match styles to create an eclectic look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of George Nakashima desks and chairs.
- What is the best stand up desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The best stand-up desk adjusts to as low as the shortest sitting elbow height and at least as high as the tallest standing elbow height. A bamboo stand-up desk is said to be strong and durable. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage stand-up desks .
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Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.