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Modern Home Office Accent Writing Executive Desk Walnut Brushed Brass In Stock
By EMOTIONAL OBJECTS, João Faria
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
The Executive Desk ExCentric 2.0, listed here, is made of walnut wood and brushed brass. It has two
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-century Walnut Executive Desk by Jens Risom for Jen Risom Designs c.1950
By Jens Risom
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An original Jens Risom large executive desk constructed from solid Walnut and built for
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Modern Home Office Writing Executive Desk Black Oak Wood Black Lacquered Steel
By EMOTIONAL OBJECTS, João Faria
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
The Executive Desk ExCentric 1.0 is made of black oak wood and black metallic lacquered steel and
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Steel, Cut Steel, Stainless Steel

Early Bodil Kjær Executive Desk, Model 901 — E. Pedersen Søn, Denmark, 1959
By Bodil Kjaer, E. Pedersen Søn
Located in Oakland, CA
Iconic freestanding executive desk designed by architect and professor Bodil Kjær. Model 901
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Flip-Top Executive Desk in Teak by Peter Løvig Nielsen, Denmark, c. 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
This sophisticated Danish Mid-Century Modern flip-top executive desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Florence Knoll Walnut Executive Desk for Knoll Associates
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This vintage executive walnut desk, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates Inc. in the
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Kai Kristiansen Fm 60 Executive Desk in Teak
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Kai Kristiansen Manufacturer: Feldballes Møbelfabrik Era: 1957 Materials: Teak Measurements: 71″ wide x 33.5″ deep x 28.75″ tall; Kneehole: 27.75" wide x 20...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

1970s Milo Baughman Burlwood Chrome Curved Executive Desk
By Milo Baughman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
wood desk you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. Chrome hardware. The
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

1970s Rare Royal Blue Floating Lucite Executive Desk
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, Lucite wood desk you could hope to find
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Lucite, Wood, Laminate

Contemporary Desk French Writing Desk Luxury Wood Handmade Executive Desks
Located in København N, DK
True White People say that the color white does not exist. That our eye just perceives it that way. I don't want to believe that. White to me is the color of purity, the color that i...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing...

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Steel

Curved executive desk by Jules Wabbes, Belgium 1950 s
By Mobilier Universel, Jules Wabbes
Located in Brussels, BE
Mobilier Universel in the late 1950s, this desk embodies structured charm. Its sturdy chrome-plated steel
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Important Mid Century Executive Desk by Ico Parisi for MIM 1958
By Ico Parisi
Located in Rome, IT
This large Terni executive desk was designed by Ico Parisi in 1958 for MIM (Mobili Italiani Moderni
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Wood

Important Mid Century Executive Desk by Ico Parisi for MIM 1958
By Ico Parisi
Located in Rome, IT
This large Terni executive desk was designed by Ico Parisi in 1958 for MIM (Mobili Italiani Moderni
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Wood

Cees Braakman for Pastoe "Made to Measure" Series Executive Desk
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, lightly refinished, Cees Braakman for Pastoe executive "Made to Measure" desk. This
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Modern Walnut Wood Desk Handmade Executive Desk Luxury French Writing Desks
Located in København N, DK
There is a fire that does not harm or destroy, and brings benefits, takes away unnecessary and unnecessary, burdensome and brings ease and purity. It does not turn everything that ge...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing...

Materials

Steel

Alexandre Chevrie, Museum French Ormolu Mounted Mahogany Royal Executive Desk
By Alexandre Chevrié, Paris 1
Located in Queens, NY
Alexandre Chevrie, a museum quality French ormolu mounted mahogany Royal Executive "Empire" Desk
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Freestanding Executive Desk by Oswald Vermaercke for V-Form, 1960s
By Oswald Vermaercke, V-Form
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Beautiful writing desk designed by Oswald Vermaercke for V-Form in Belgium round 1960. Made of teak
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Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

California Art Deco Fletcher Aviation Executive Desk by Frank Fletcher
By Frank Fletcher
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This large American Art Deco desk was designed by Frank Fletcher and manufactured by Fletcher
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Vintage 1940s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Executive Desk or Writing Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful and simply designed teak desk from Scandinavia circa 1970's. It features teak
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Borge Mogensen Oak Executive Desk for P. Lauritsen Son, 1960.
By Børge Mogensen, P. Lauritsen Son 1
Located in Paris, FR
Rare freestanding desk designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by P. Lauritsen & Søn in Denmark, ca
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

1960s Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Executive Desk by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-Century Walnut and Chrome Desk by Florence Knoll Elevate your workspace with this iconic mid
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Restored Mid-century Stacked Rattan Executive Desk W/ Solid Mahogany Top
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl style 61" wide stacked rattan desk blends style and vintage
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Vintage 1940s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rattan

Art Deco / Machine Age eXEcutive Desk, Chrysler Presentation attr, Kem Weber
By Kem Weber
Located in Buffalo, NY
Very unusual Art Deco / Machine AGE dESK, Retains original metal badge/plaque which reads
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Steel, Chrome

Executive Desk by Hans von Klier for Skipper Italian, circa 1970
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Desk by Hans von Klier in walnut wood with three drawers, a center leather writing section, and a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Arne Vodder Reverse Boomerang Executive Desk in Teak with Dry Bar
By Arne Vodder
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Arne Vodder Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Teak Measurements: 61.5″ wide x 43.25″ deep x 29.5″ tall Condition: In excellent original condition...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Mid-20th Century Executive Desk by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, Italy
Located in New York, NY
Large desk, designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena in the 1960s. The desk stands on brass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Milo Baughman Style Burl Wood and Macassar Ebony Executive Desk by Henredon
By Henredon, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco style executive writing desk In the manner of Milo
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Macassar, Burl

Mid-Century Asian Modern Ming Style Burl Wood Executive Desk By Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a mid-century burl wood Asian modern desk by Lane Furniture. It has dovetail construction
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Mid-20th Century American Ming Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

1930s Restored French Art Deco Mahogany and Chrome Executive Desk w/ Bookshelves
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This fully restored French Art Deco large desk features stunning Rosewood complemented by sleek
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

French Designer Handcrafted Connected Executive Desk in Solid Wood by C. Lecomte
By Christophe Lecomte
Located in Landivy, FR
This minister's desk is part of the TRAPEZ collection designed by the Vendée designer Christophe
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2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Ash, Wood

Black Onyx Glass Walnut Italian Mid-Century Modern Executive Desk by Gio Ponti
By Schirolli, Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
A Rare and Elegant Italian MId-Century Modern Neoclassical Desk / Writing Table by Gio Ponti in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Onyx, Brass

De Sede executive desk leather top and chromed metal legs, marked, 1970 circa
By De Sede
Located in Milan, IT
This unique piece was created for the interiors of a jewellery shop in Lugano. It features an elegant black leather top that matches perfectly with the stylish stainless steel legs. ...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Executive Mid-century Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modern style executive desk with yellow formica top, metal handles and cane back. (Please confirm
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut, Laminate

Dunbar Large Walnut Executive Desk with Return
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Solid chrome legs walnut Dunbar desk with return.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Chrome

Executive Abbondi Desk, 1970s Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Italian executive desk in a dark Rosewood. Three pull-out drawers flank each side
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Aluminum

Large L Shape Walnut Desk with Return by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern executive desk by Harvey Probber.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Desk Produced by Gutenberghus in Denmark
By Jens Risom
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare large executive desk designed by Jens Risom. Produced by Gutenberghus in Denmark.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel

Original Vintage Karl Springer Executive Black Lacquered Desk
By Karl Springer
Located in North Miami, FL
This large scale executive desk belonged to the late fashion designer, Geoffrey Beene. Sourced
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Bespoke Executive Metal Desk, Lacquered Metal, Industrial Design, Germany, 2018
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Metal executive desk in a classic industrial design. The timelessly simple form with two drawers
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2010s German Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Italian Midcentury Writing Desk Attributed to Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Rome, IT
This stunning and impressive Italian executive desk with finished brass sabots and seven drawers.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Nerone e Patuzzi Desk, Gruppo NP2, Italy Mid-20th century.
Located in New York, NY
Large metal executive desk with side shelf and wooden relief by Nerone Ceccarelli and Giovanni
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Mid-20th Century Italian Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

1970s Chrome and Rosewood Desk
By J. Wade Beam
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Beautiful executive desk designed by J Wade Beam circa 1970. The rosewood top seems to float with a
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Rare Executive Tubular Steel Desk by Mücke-Melder, 1930s
By Mücke Melder
Located in Wien, AT
Rare Executive Tubular Steel Desk by Mücke-Melder, 1930s An exceptional and rare example of early
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Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Jacques Quinet Desk
By Jacques Quinet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Incredible Jacques Quinet Executive desk, circa 1950s Rich caramel leather with contrast open
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Vintage 1950s French Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Walnut

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-BU-14-A Executive Desk / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
by giving them a warmer character with its natural materials and warm colours. As a desk, it finds
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Teak

Floating Edward Wormley for Dunbar Executive Extending Desks, 1970s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Antwerp, BE
A rare and sleek Mid-Century Modern executive desks by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. The
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Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Nutwood

Presidential Executive teak desk by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brussels, BE
Elevate your workspace with this iconic presidential executive desk designed by Arne Vodder
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

FRONT – Minimalist Work Desk in Walnut Wood 120x60
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
professionals, this minimalist executive desk features a sculptural silhouette and a meticulously crafted solid
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2010s European Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Plywood

FRONT – Minimalist Work Desk in Ash Wood 120x60
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
A statement piece for refined workspaces – handcrafted in solid ash, this minimalist executive desk
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2010s European Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Plywood, Ash

FRONT – Minimalist Work Desk in Ash Wood 200x100
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
A statement piece for refined workspaces – handcrafted in solid ash, this minimalist executive desk
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2010s European Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Plywood, Ash

FRONT – Minimalist Work Desk in Oak Wood 120x60
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
A statement piece for refined workspaces – handcrafted in solid OAK, this minimalist executive desk
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2010s European Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Plywood

FRONT – Minimalist Work Desk in Solid Walnut Wood 180x90
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
professionals, this minimalist executive desk features a sculptural silhouette and a meticulously crafted solid
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2010s European Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Plywood

FRONT – Minimalist Work Desk in Solid Oak Wood 200x100
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
A statement piece for refined workspaces – handcrafted in solid OAK, this minimalist executive desk
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2010s European Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Plywood, Oak

FRONT – Minimalist Work Desk in Solid Walnut Wood 160x80
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
professionals, this minimalist executive desk features a sculptural silhouette and a meticulously crafted solid
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2010s European Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Plywood

FRONT – Minimalist Work Desk in Solid Ash Wood 160x80
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
A statement piece for refined workspaces – handcrafted in solid ash, this minimalist executive desk
Category

2010s European Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Plywood, Ash

FRONT – Minimalist Work Desk in Solid Oak Wood 160x80
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
A statement piece for refined workspaces – handcrafted in solid OAK, this minimalist executive desk
Category

2010s European Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Plywood, Oak

FRONT – Minimalist Work Desk in Solid Walnut Wood 200x100
By Pedro Sottomayor
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
professionals, this minimalist executive desk features a sculptural silhouette and a meticulously crafted solid
Category

2010s European Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Plywood

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Executive Desks For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of executive desks for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct executive desks — often made from wood, metal and walnut — can elevate any home. Find 1966 antique and vintage executive desks at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 76 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of executive desks available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of executive desks to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and modern executive desks are of considerable interest. Some executive desks are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller executive desks, measuring 21.5 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Arne Vodder, Kai Kristiansen and Jens Risom each produced beautiful executive desks that are worth considering.

How Much are Executive Desks?

Prices for executive desks start at $599 and top out at $395,000 with the average selling for $5,923.

Finding the Right Desks And Writing Tables for You

Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.

Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.

Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.

Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.

The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.

From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.

Questions About Executive Desks
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    An 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.