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Chinoiserie or Japanned Louis XVI Style Inkwell
Located in Nashville, TN
With bronze and porcelain mounts, maintaining original porcelain liner. Rubbing and loss to the gilded decoration on the lacquer. Wear and patina to the bronze lid. Glue residue. Old...
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Inkwells
Materials
Bronze
Midcentury Table Clock by Kundo, Japan
By Kundo
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with a battery movement. Made by Kundo in Japan in the 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass
19th Century Japanese Mixed Metals Letter Opener, circa 1890
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Antique 19th century mixed metals letter opener, Japanese, circa 1890. The letter opener with
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Letter Openers
Seiko Quarts Pyramid Skeleton Clock 1980s Japan
By Seiko
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Seiko quarts Skeleton table clock. Brass. Protective standing
below a Perspex Dome, Battery operated. works perfect.
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Hollywood Regency Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass
Caslon 601 Date Flip Clock by Copal, 70s Japan
By Copal Clock 1
Located in Den Haag, NL
One of the most elaborate flip clocks by Copal from Japan with day and date besides the time. This
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Aluminum
Late 19th Century Group of Japanned Papier-mâché Crumb Trays
Located in London, GB
An assortment of 19th century German papier-mâché black and gilt japanned crumb trays.
The
Category
Antique Late 19th Century German Chinoiserie More Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal
Vintage Brass Time Zone Table Clock, Japan, 1960s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
this beautiful period piece, we only have one. Vintage table clock, Japan, 1960s. Brass and glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass
Table Clock2 Takashi Kato Postmodern, 1980s Japanese Design
By Memphis Milano, Nathalie du Pasquier
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Wall clock by Sessa. Takashi Kato designed a lot of clocks in the 1980s-1990s. Some of clock collections were released from Neos Lorenz in European Market. Which sold together with N...
Category
1990s Japanese Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Japanese Iron Kewpie Paperweights Sculptures Metal Arts Birds
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Rare pair of cast iron Kewpie birds; mother and child. Large one weighs approx. 2.5 lbs. and is 4 inches long, small one is about a third of that.
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Iron
Japanese Space Age Flip Alarm Clock by Copal, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
There certainly a vibe of early James Bond to this vintage flip clock from Japanese Copal LTD Co
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Space Age Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Plastic
Japanese Bone Veneer Sword Form Letter Opener and Scabbard
Located in Austin, TX
An impressive Japanese carved and scrimshaw bone veneer letter opener in the form of a large sword
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Letter Openers
Materials
Bone
1970s Decorative Seiko Lucite Table Clock Gold Skeleton Movement Japan
By Seiko
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Japan Decorative Seiko Lucite Table Clock (nonworking)
Gold Skeleton Movement
7 tall x 7.13
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Metal
Bulova Japan Wind Up Alarm Table Clock Copper Lucite Chrome
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful table clock by Bulova Japan. Model 2RA007 build with transparent copper Lucite and
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Ward Bennett for Sasaki Japan, Sengai
s Picture of the Universe, Crystal Clock
By Ward Bennett
Located in St. Louis, MO
A Ward Bennett design for Sasaki Japan 24% black lead crystal, quartz movement desk or dresser post
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Crystal
19th Century Regency Ebonized Chinoiserie Writing Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Charming 19th century English Regency style bow front writing table or desk in black lacquer with
Category
Antique 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Vintage Flip Alarm Clock with Nightlight COPAL 227 Made in Japan, 1960-70s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
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Crafted with care in Japan during the 60s/70s, this timepiece features a durable red plastic body, a cream
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Space Age Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Vintage Jetline Letter Opener with Tape Measure Japan
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For you: Vintage Jetline metal letter opener with tape measure. Marked Jetline Japan Pat. Pend. The
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1970s Mid Century Japanese Modern Copal Flip Alarm Clock
By Riki Watanabe, Copal Clock 1
Located in San Diego, CA
Copal Vintage Flip Clock from the the 1960s-70s. It was tested over several days and kept prefect time. There is a functioning night light and alarm. Designers such as Riki Watanabe ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Plastic
1970s Rare Elephant Dansk Animal Paperweight Silver Plated by Gunnar Cyren
By Dansk, Gunnar Cyren
Located in San Diego, CA
figurine designed by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk in the 1970s. Signed Dansk Designs Japan GC on bottom
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Paperweights
Materials
Silver Plate
1970s Gunnar Cyrén for Dansk Silver Plate Elephant Figurine Paperweight
By Gunnar Cyren
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
elephant figurine paper weight.
Marked Dansk Designs Japan.
Dimensions: 1.75ʺW × 2.25ʺD × 2.5ʺH
Gunnar
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Paperweights
Materials
Silver Plate
Tampopo Acrylic Dandelion Object
By Takao Inoue
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Object is what real dandelion sealed in acrylic. Artist is Takao Inoue who is based in Tokyo.
He harvests dandelions by himself in spring season, and put them into work of art. Quan...
Category
2010s Japanese Modern Paperweights
Materials
Acrylic
1970s Rare Giraffe Dansk Animal Paperweight Silver Plated by Gunnar Cyren
By Dansk, Gunnar Cyren
Located in San Diego, CA
paperweight figurine designed by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk in the 1970s. Signed Dansk Designs Japan GC on bottom
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Paperweights
Materials
Zinc
DANSK Modernist Camel Animal Figure Paperweight Silver Plated by Gunnar Cyren
By Dansk, Gunnar Cyren
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
figurine that can serve as a paperweight or decorative object, the perfect addition to your desk or
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Paperweights
Materials
Silver Plate
Dansk Silverplate Elephant Figurine
By Dansk, Gunnar Cyren
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
: Japan
Year: 1970s
Dimensions: 2.25" wide x 2.25" tall x 1.5" deep.
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Silver
Hammer House Shiro Kuramata
By Shiro Kuramata
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
metal house shaped head. New old stock. Made in Japan.
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Post-Modern Paperweights
Materials
Metal
Olympus XA2 35mm Pocket Rangefinder Camera with 35mm Olympus Zuiko F3.5
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Olympus XA2 35mm Rangefinder Camera and 35mm Olympus Zuiko F3.5 Lens 1980
Great camera for travelling, or street photography with a lovely quiet shutter.
Power source: 2 x LR44 cel...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Plastic
1970s Dansk Animals Paperweights Silver Plated by Gunnar Cyren
By Dansk, Gunnar Cyren
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Cyren.
Branded on the underside as "Dansk JAPAN EP.
The elephant has is original box.
Box
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Paperweights
Materials
Silver
1970s Dansk Polar Bear Silver Plated Paperweight Animal Sculpture Scandinavian
By Dansk
Located in Miami, FL
Japanese Dansk silver-plated polar bear paperweight. Marked Dansk Designs Japan on the underside
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Paperweights
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Konica C35 Automatic 35mm Film Compact Rangefinder Camera with 38mm Hexanon F2.8
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Japan
Produced 1971-3? Konishiroku Co., Japan
Film type 135 (35mm)
Picture size 24mm x 36mm
Weight
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Steel
Yashica 24 Medium Format Twin Lens Reflex Camera with Copal-Sv Shutter
Case
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Complete with Yashica Branded Hard Case Made in Japan
1965
Lens shield and Yashica UV Lens Filter are
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Metal
1970s Rare Elephant Dansk Animal Paperweight Silver Plated by Gunnar Cyren
By Dansk, Gunnar Cyren
Located in San Diego, CA
figurine designed by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk in the 1970s. Signed Dansk Designs Japan GC on bottom
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Paperweights
Materials
Silver Plate
1970s Rare Shooting Star Dansk Silver Plated Paperweight by Gunnar Cyren
By Gunnar Cyren, Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
x 2.5"D. Signed Dansk Designs Japan GC on bottom. Minimalist and simply gorgeous.
Mid-Century
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Paperweights
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage A.C. Electric Oscillating Fan, circa 1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
quiet but powerful settings.
Creator: A.C. Electric, Mistubishi, Made in Japan.
Date of
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal, Steel
1970s Rare Elephant Dansk Animal Paperweight Silver Plated by Gunnar Cyren
By Gunnar Cyren
Located in San Diego, CA
A rare set elephant silver plated Dansk paperweight, designed by Gunnar Cyren, circa 1970s nice condition a beautiful set, electroplated zinc.
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Paperweights
Materials
Zinc
Postmodern “LEGO” Telephone, Phone by Tyco
By Lego, Tycos
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic LEGO telephone rendered in multicolored LEGO's by Tyco.
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Post-Modern More Desk Accessories
Materials
Plastic
Postmodern “LEGO” Telephone, Phone by Tyco
By Memphis Group, Lego, Tycos
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic Postmodern LEGO telephone rendered in multicolored LEGO's by Tyco.
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Post-Modern More Desk Accessories
Materials
Plastic
Six-Piece Gunnar Cyren for Dansk Silver Plate Paperweight Collection
By Gunnar Cyren, Dansk
Located in Ferndale, MI
Six-piece collection of Gunnar Cyeren Danks paper weights. Silver plated marked Dansk Japan CR
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Six-Piece Gunnar Cyren for Dansk Silver Plate Paperweight Collection
By Gunnar Cyren, Dansk
Located in Ferndale, MI
Six-piece collection of Gunnar Cyeren Dansk paper weights. Silver plated marked Dansk Japan CR
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Silver Plate, Metal
Set of Four Plated Animal Paperweights by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk
By Gunnar Cyren, Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice set of four plated animal paperweights by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk, circa 1970s. The set include an elephant, giraffe, hippo and gazelle. They are made of plated zinc and are si...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Paperweights
Materials
Zinc
Pair of Plated Animal Paperweights by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk
By Gunnar Cyren, Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of plated animal paperweights by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk, circa 1970s. The giraffe and elephant are made of plated zinc and are signed on the underside. Please see my other Gun...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Paperweights
Materials
Zinc
Antique Awaji Pottery Bronze Wrapped Brush Pot Pencil Jar
By Awaji Pottery
Located in Wilton, CT
Awaji Pottery jar in simple, organic form with light green monochrome crackle glaze and wrapped with bronze wire in decorative pattern, circa 1910. Impressed export and studio mark o...
Category
Vintage 1910s Japanese Arts and Crafts More Desk Accessories
Materials
Pottery
Dansk Paperweight Animal Collection
By Dansk
Located in New York, NY
1970s Gunnar Cyren designed for Dansk paperweight silver plate animal collection.
Category
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Silver Plate
Midcentury Steuben Style Excalibur Paperweight
Located in Dallas, TX
knife and the stone is a paperweight. From Steuben.” …… this piece is a Japanese version of the Steuben
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Crystal, Silver
1970s Dansk Modernist Animals Paperweights Silver Plated by Gunnar Cyren
By Dansk, Gunnar Cyren
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
- JAPAN - GC (for Gunnar Cypen).
Animal dimensions:
Bird: 2.25" W × 1.75" D × 2" H
Peacock: 3" W x 2" H
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Paperweights
Materials
Silver, Silver Plate
Millefiori Glass Elephant Sculpture Paperweight
By Ardalt
Located in New York, NY
1970's hand blown millefiori multicolor glass elephant paperweight labeled with foil sticker on bottom, ARDALT.
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Blown Glass
Rare Mikoshi Palanquin Citizen Clock
Located in Guaynabo, PR
vehicle that the Japanese people used to transport a deity during festivals). The Mikoshi is hand painted
Category
20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Wood
Beautiful Gold and Green Hollywood Regency Table Clock, Seiko, 1970s
By Seiko
Located in Vienna, AT
A decorative Hollywood Regency desk- or table clock from the 1970s. It has a gold-finished housing
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Hollywood Regency Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Beautiful Hollywood Regency Brass Table Clock, Seiko, 1980s
By Seiko
Located in Vienna, AT
A decorative Hollywood Regency desk or table clock from the 1980s. It has a partly brushed and
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Hollywood Regency Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Metal, Brass
Space Age Rare Flip Electric Clock by Caslon
Located in San Diego, CA
Simple and rare Caslon flip desk table top electric clock black plastic case with glass visor
Category
20th Century Japanese Space Age Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Glass, Plastic
Beautiful Hollywood Regency Chromed "See-Through" Table Clock, Seiko, 1980s
By Seiko
Located in Vienna, AT
A decorative Hollywood Regency desk / table / mantel clock from the 1980s. It has a brushed chrome
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Hollywood Regency Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Chrome
Beautiful Hollywood Regency Brass "See-Through" Table Clock, Seiko, 1980s
By Seiko
Located in Vienna, AT
A decorative Hollywood Regency desk / table / mantel clock from the 1980s. It has a brushed brass
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Hollywood Regency Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Beautiful Hollywood Regency Brass "See-Through" Table Clock, Seiko, 1980s
By Seiko
Located in Vienna, AT
A decorative Hollywood Regency desk / table / mantel clock from the 1980s. It has a brushed brass
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Hollywood Regency Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Table Clock Shohei Mihara Wakita Superpresent Postmodern, 1980s
By Memphis Milano, Shohei Mihara, Wakita
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Table clock by Wakita hi-tecs, Japan. Wakita hi-tecs produced a lot of small pieces in the 1980s
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Plastic
Wall Clock Masayuki Kurokawa Gom Yellow Postmodern, 1980s
By Masayuki Kurokawa, Memphis Milano
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Wall clock by Masayuki Kurokawa. Made of rubber frame and color board. Two color variations available.
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Rubber
Mantel Clock Michael Graves Alessi Postmodern, 1980s
By Alessi, Michael Graves (b.1934)
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Mantel clock by Michael Graves for Alessi.
Working and very good condition.
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Wood
Orbiting Solar System Clock by Jeco
By Jeco
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An unusual and highly innovative space age clock having rotating and orbiting stainless steel rings and orbs encased in a lucite cube marking the passing of time.
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Stainless Steel
Japanese Antique Desk 1937s Rustic Japandi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
This is an old Japanese desk.
It was made in 1937.
The thick top plate gives it a solid feel.
The
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Furniture
Materials
Wood
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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Japanese desk desk for your home. A Japanese desk desk — often made from metal, wood and plastic — can elevate any home. There are 323 variations of the antique or vintage Japanese desk desk you’re looking for, while we also have 16 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the Japanese desk desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right Japanese desk desk, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made Japanese desk desk has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Cees Braakman, UMS Pastoe and Dansk Designs are consistently popular.
How Much is a Japanese Desk Desk?
A Japanese desk desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,268, while the lowest priced sells for $65 and the highest can go for as much as $229,500.
Questions About Japanese Desk 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 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 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 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 good size for a desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A good desk size depends on your usage. Usually, a standard large desk that suits most uses is 60 x 30 inches, with a height of 30 inches. You could use this size as a baseline, as a desk of this size will work well for most general uses. Find antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs.
- What is a good desk lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A good desk lamp is going to make a substantial difference in any home, office or studio. The ideal desk lamp should provide apt task lighting, be easy to use, and also be aesthetically pleasing. Find a wide range of unique and elegant desk lamps on 1stDibs today.
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