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Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler Meier, Switzerland, 1955
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955
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Vintage 1950s Desks

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Wood

Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler Meier, Switzerland, 1955
Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler Meier, Switzerland, 1955

Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler Meier, Switzerland, 1955

$3,947
H 44.89 in W 32.68 in D 21.46 in
Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century teak closable locking teak writing desk Similar to the Magic Box desk. The piece closes
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood, Teak

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark
Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark

$1,875 Sale Price
25% Off
H 40 in W 40 in D 20 in
Sought after Mummenthaler Meier “magic box” Vintage 1950’S teak desk in box
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Markington, GB
Introducing the stunning Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, a must-have addition to any luxury
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Sought after Mummenthaler Meier “magic box” Vintage 1950’S teak desk in box
Sought after Mummenthaler Meier “magic box” Vintage 1950’S teak desk in box

Sought after Mummenthaler Meier “magic box” Vintage 1950’S teak desk in box

$2,197 Sale Price
25% Off
H 44.49 in W 66.15 in D 29.53 in
Mid century Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning foldable and closable Rosewood writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid century Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box
Mid century Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box

Mid century Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box

$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
H 45 in W 32 in D 30 in
Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key
By Jean Gillon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning closable and lockable rosewood writing desk. The piece closes completely and can be key
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key
Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk Magic Box Made in Brazil with Key

$3,187 Sale Price
25% Off
H 36 in W 40 in D 17 in
"Magic Box" by Mummenthaler Meier, Switzerland, 1960 s
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
60's. It is a foldable and closable writing desk or secretary desk called the "Magic Box". The
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

"Magic Box" by Mummenthaler Meier, Switzerland, 1960 s
"Magic Box" by Mummenthaler Meier, Switzerland, 1960 s

"Magic Box" by Mummenthaler Meier, Switzerland, 1960 s

$3,576
H 45.28 in W 32.29 in D 21.26 in
RONSON 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box
By Ronson, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Art deco magic penguin mechanical dispenser box designed by Ronson. A beautiful, exceedingly rare
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

RONSON 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box
RONSON 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box

RONSON 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box

$2,900
H 5.7 in W 8 in D 5 in
RONSON 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box
By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco magic penguin mechanical dispenser box designed by Ronson. A beautiful, exceedingly rare
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Contemporary Art

Materials

Brass, Steel

RONSON 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box
RONSON 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box

RONSON 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box

$4,985
H 5.6 in W 7.9 in D 5 in

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Incredible “Magic Box” Secrecy Desk by Mumenthaler and Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Mount Penn, PA
An incredible "magic box" secrecy desk by Swiss architects Mummenthaler and Meier. This exceptional
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Incredible “Magic Box” Secrecy Desk by Mumenthaler and Meier
Incredible “Magic Box” Secrecy Desk by Mumenthaler and Meier

Incredible “Magic Box” Secrecy Desk by Mumenthaler and Meier

H 46 in W 32 in D 21 in
Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the stunning Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, a must-have addition to any luxury
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler Meier
Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler Meier

Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler Meier

H 44.89 in W 32.29 in D 20.87 in
Mid Century Danish Modern “Magic Box” Desk by Mummenthaler Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mid Century “Magic Box” Desk in Teak. Designed by Swiss Mummenthaler and Meier. No key. Original
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

Mid Century Danish Modern “Magic Box” Desk by Mummenthaler Meier
Mid Century Danish Modern “Magic Box” Desk by Mummenthaler Meier

Mid Century Danish Modern “Magic Box” Desk by Mummenthaler Meier

H 45 in W 32 in D 28 in
Mid Century Danish Modern “Magic Box” Desk by Mummenther and Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
“Magic Box” Desk by Mummenthaler and Meier. This amazing piece closes completely into a box and
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Danish Modern “Magic Box” Desk by Mummenther and Meier
Mid Century Danish Modern “Magic Box” Desk by Mummenther and Meier

Mid Century Danish Modern “Magic Box” Desk by Mummenther and Meier

H 45 in W 32 in D 22 in
Swiss Design Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler Meier, Switzerland, 1960 s
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage mid-century Swiss design magic box desk by Mummenthaler & Meier. The 'MAGIC BOX' desk or
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

Swiss Design Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler Meier, Switzerland, 1960 s
Swiss Design Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler Meier, Switzerland, 1960 s

Swiss Design Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler Meier, Switzerland, 1960 s

H 44.3 in W 32.49 in D 21.26 in
Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood Magic Box, Desk in a Box
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
The Swiss army knife of desks! This cleverly designed desk closes up into a box when not in use and
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood Magic Box, Desk in a Box
Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood Magic Box, Desk in a Box

Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood Magic Box, Desk in a Box

H 45 in W 32.25 in D 21.25 in
"Magic Box", Desk in a Box, Stylized Expanding Desk by Mummenthaler Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier, Arne Vodder
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning foldable and closable teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood, Teak

"Magic Box", Desk in a Box, Stylized Expanding Desk by Mummenthaler Meier
"Magic Box", Desk in a Box, Stylized Expanding Desk by Mummenthaler Meier

"Magic Box", Desk in a Box, Stylized Expanding Desk by Mummenthaler Meier

H 45 in W 32 in D 30 in
Mid Century Danish Magic Box Teak Desk
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Beautifully engineered. Teak. Danish. Vintage Magic Box Desk. Lots of cubbies, file areas
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Teak

Mid Century Danish Magic Box Teak Desk
Mid Century Danish Magic Box Teak Desk

Mid Century Danish Magic Box Teak Desk

H 45.25 in W 32 in D 21.75 in
Mummenthaler Otto Folding Desk /Magic Box/1950s Desk
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in London, Lambeth
What an amazing design a mult functionalists desk that folds into a box.  
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Maple

Mummenthaler Otto Folding Desk /Magic Box/1950s Desk
Mummenthaler Otto Folding Desk /Magic Box/1950s Desk

Mummenthaler Otto Folding Desk /Magic Box/1950s Desk

H 44.49 in W 65.36 in D 28.75 in
Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
crafted by Mummenthaler & Meier in 1950. Named the “Magic Box,” this exquisite piece transforms seamlessly
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Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950
Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950

Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950

H 45.28 in W 33.47 in D 22.45 in
Vintage desk ‘Magic Box’ designed by Mummenthaler Meier in 1955
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Breda, NB
Vintage desk ‘Magic Box’ designed by Mummenthaler & Meier in 1955. This cabinet dates from 1955
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Desks

Materials

Wood

Vintage desk ‘Magic Box’ designed by Mummenthaler Meier in 1955
Vintage desk ‘Magic Box’ designed by Mummenthaler Meier in 1955

Vintage desk ‘Magic Box’ designed by Mummenthaler Meier in 1955

H 45.28 in W 67.33 in D 22.45 in
Mid century Modern Norwegian "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet C.1960s
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Bernville, PA
Classic Norwegian Mid-Century “Magic Box”. Tall handsome cabinet that opens to an intricate desk
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Maple, Walnut

Mid century Modern Norwegian "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet C.1960s
Mid century Modern Norwegian "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet C.1960s

Mid century Modern Norwegian "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet C.1960s

H 44.5 in W 32 in D 21 in
Mummenthaler Meier "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hidden desk in a box, a.k.a. "Magic Box" designed by Mummenthaler & Meier in 1928, produced in the
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Mummenthaler Meier "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet
Mummenthaler Meier "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet

Mummenthaler Meier "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet

H 45 in W 64.5 in D 21 in
Striking Folding Danish Modern Mid Century Desk in Walnut
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking beautiful rare Magic box folding box desk , circa 1980's very nice clean condition black
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Walnut

Striking Folding Danish Modern Mid Century Desk in Walnut
Striking Folding Danish Modern Mid Century Desk in Walnut

Striking Folding Danish Modern Mid Century Desk in Walnut

H 64 in W 32 in D 21 in
Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box Writing Desk Rosewood, Switzerland, 1950
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
called “Magic Box” and the name says it all. When you open the cabinet, it shows a very nice working
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Brass

Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box Writing Desk Rosewood, Switzerland, 1950
Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box Writing Desk Rosewood, Switzerland, 1950

Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box Writing Desk Rosewood, Switzerland, 1950

H 21.26 in W 66.15 in L 21.26 in
Mummenthaler and Meier Teak Magic Box Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Astoria, NY
Ernst Mummenthaler and Otto Meier, referred to as 'The 'Magic Box', manufactured circa 1960s, with
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

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Teak

Mummenthaler and Meier Teak Magic Box Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet
Mummenthaler and Meier Teak Magic Box Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet

Mummenthaler and Meier Teak Magic Box Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet

H 44.5 in W 66 in D 29.5 in
Ronson 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box
By Louis Vincent Aronson, Ronson Art Metal Works
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco magic penguin mechanical dispenser box designed by Ronson. A beautiful, exceedingly rare
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Enamel

Ronson 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box
Ronson 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box

Ronson 1930 Pik A Cig Magic Penguin Lighter Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box

H 5.6 in W 5 in D 7.9 in
Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler Meier, Switzerland, 1955
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955 Retractable desk or “magic
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20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler Meier, Switzerland, 1955
Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler Meier, Switzerland, 1955

Mid-Century Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler Meier, Switzerland, 1955

H 44.69 in W 32.68 in D 21.86 in
Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box Desk
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Highland, IN
Scandinavian modern desk serves beautifully today as a home office system. Like so much Scandinavian modern
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch, Teak

Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box Desk
Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box Desk

Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box Desk

H 45 in W 60 in D 29 in
Danish Modern Teak Magic Box Desk
Located in Denton, TX
Convertible cabinet that opens to a large desk with multiple cubby’s and file storage. There are
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Magic Box Desk
Danish Modern Teak Magic Box Desk

Danish Modern Teak Magic Box Desk

H 45.38 in W 32.25 in D 21.25 in
Danish Modern Teak Desk in a Box, Magic Box Desk by BRDR Furbo
By BRDR Furbo
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Great desk for small spaces! This cleverly designed desk closes up into a box when not in use and
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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Desk in a Box, Magic Box Desk by BRDR Furbo
Danish Modern Teak Desk in a Box, Magic Box Desk by BRDR Furbo

Danish Modern Teak Desk in a Box, Magic Box Desk by BRDR Furbo

H 35.5 in W 35 in D 17.63 in
Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury teak closable locking teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler Meier
Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler Meier

Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler Meier

H 45 in W 32 in D 21 in
Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Midcentury teak closable locking teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler Meier
Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler Meier

Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler Meier

H 45 in W 32 in D 21 in
Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century teak closable locking teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler Meier
Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler Meier

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler Meier

H 45 in W 32 in D 22 in
Mummenthaler and Meier Norway Teak and Birch Desk "Magic Box"
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Norwegian Made "Magic Box" Desk in a Box. Designed by Mummenthaler and Meier. Teak exterior with
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Birch, Teak

Mummenthaler and Meier Norway Teak and Birch Desk "Magic Box"
Mummenthaler and Meier Norway Teak and Birch Desk "Magic Box"

Mummenthaler and Meier Norway Teak and Birch Desk "Magic Box"

H 45 in W 32 in D 29 in
Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood "Magic Box" Hideaway Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, rosewood, "Magic Box" hideaway, folding desk by Mummenthaler and Meier
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood, Birch

Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood "Magic Box" Hideaway Desk
Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood "Magic Box" Hideaway Desk

Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood "Magic Box" Hideaway Desk

H 45 in W 32 in D 21 in
Ateliers Genestar "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet
By Ateliers Genestar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-century, 1950s "Magic Box". Expertly made by French manufacturer "Ateliers Genestar". This
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Ateliers Genestar "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet
Ateliers Genestar "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet

Ateliers Genestar "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet

H 44.5 in W 32.75 in D 21.5 in
Mid-Century Modern "Magic Box" Mummenthaler Meier Style Folding Teak Desk
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique folding teak desk is designed in the style of Swiss architects Ernst Mum(m)enthaler
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern "Magic Box" Mummenthaler Meier Style Folding Teak Desk
Mid-Century Modern "Magic Box" Mummenthaler Meier Style Folding Teak Desk

Mid-Century Modern "Magic Box" Mummenthaler Meier Style Folding Teak Desk

H 45 in W 32 in D 21.5 in
1970s Secretary Desk Teak Magic Box Cabinet Niels Erik Glasdam Jensen Denmark
By Niels Erik Glasdam Jensen, Vantinge Møbelindustri
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Hideaway secretary desk cabinet Danish modern teak hideaway desk-cabinet. Denmark 1970s Teak 'Magic
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

1970s Secretary Desk Teak Magic Box Cabinet Niels Erik Glasdam Jensen Denmark
1970s Secretary Desk Teak Magic Box Cabinet Niels Erik Glasdam Jensen Denmark

1970s Secretary Desk Teak Magic Box Cabinet Niels Erik Glasdam Jensen Denmark

H 47.25 in W 61.75 in D 33 in
Midcentury Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box
By Arne Vodder, Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Stunning foldable and closable Rosewood writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box
Midcentury Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box

Midcentury Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box

H 45 in W 32 in D 30 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Desk in Teak Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box
By Arne Vodder, Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Stunning foldable and closable teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Danish Modern Desk in Teak Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box
Mid-Century Danish Modern Desk in Teak Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box

Mid-Century Danish Modern Desk in Teak Mummenthaler Meier Magic Box

H 45 in W 32 in D 30 in
Midcentury Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Stunning compact Rosewood writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss Mummenthaler and
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box
Midcentury Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box

Midcentury Danish Modern Desk in Rosewood Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box

H 45 in W 32 in D 21 in
Vintage Mcm Danish Rosewood Magic Box Folding Desk by Neils Erik, Glasdam Jensen
By Vantinge Møbelindustri, Niels Erik Glasdam Jensen
Located in Chicago, IL
Measures: 31.5” x 20.5” x 48”H; 60” x 29.5”D when open 31.5” x 20.5” x 48”H; 60” x 29.5”D when open Ingeniously designed Danish modern rosewood cabinet whose hinged doors open ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Desks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mcm Danish Rosewood Magic Box Folding Desk by Neils Erik, Glasdam Jensen
Vintage Mcm Danish Rosewood Magic Box Folding Desk by Neils Erik, Glasdam Jensen

Vintage Mcm Danish Rosewood Magic Box Folding Desk by Neils Erik, Glasdam Jensen

H 48 in W 31.5 in D 20.5 in
1950 s Amazing "Magic Box Organiser Bureau Compact Plywood Ateliers Genestar
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
This 'Magic Box' organising desk has been produced by various manufactures in Europe in the 1950's
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Plywood

1950 s Amazing "Magic Box Organiser Bureau Compact Plywood Ateliers Genestar
1950 s Amazing "Magic Box Organiser Bureau Compact Plywood Ateliers Genestar

1950 s Amazing "Magic Box Organiser Bureau Compact Plywood Ateliers Genestar

H 44.49 in W 32.68 in D 21.26 in
1960s, Teak Magic in Box by Mummenthaler Meier Switzerland
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful teak cabinet and if you open it 'expand' is there going to be an amazing agency. The office contains a lot of storage space, a sliding desktop with tray and a fold-out wor...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Desks

Materials

Teak

1960s, Teak Magic in Box by Mummenthaler Meier Switzerland
1960s, Teak Magic in Box by Mummenthaler Meier Switzerland

1960s, Teak Magic in Box by Mummenthaler Meier Switzerland

H 44.89 in W 32.29 in D 21.26 in
Scandinavian Modern Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood Hideaway Secretary Desk
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Southampton, NJ
This “magic box” folding desk was originally designed in 1928 by Swiss architects Mummenthaler and
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Scandinavian Modern Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood Hideaway Secretary Desk
Scandinavian Modern Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood Hideaway Secretary Desk

Scandinavian Modern Mummenthaler and Meier Rosewood Hideaway Secretary Desk

H 44.75 in W 55.25 in D 18.75 in
Ronson 1935 PikaCig Magic Penguin Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box With Lighter
By Ronson Art Metal Works, Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco magic penguin mechanical dispenser box designed by Ronson. An extremely rare and very
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Steel

Ronson 1935 PikaCig Magic Penguin Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box With Lighter
Ronson 1935 PikaCig Magic Penguin Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box With Lighter

Ronson 1935 PikaCig Magic Penguin Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box With Lighter

H 5.5 in W 8 in D 5 in
Mummenthaler Meier “Magic Box” Transforming Rosewood Desk
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in San Francisco, CA
An extraordinary Danish modern “Magic Box” rosewood hide-away desk by Mummenthaler & Meier
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Mummenthaler Meier “Magic Box” Transforming Rosewood Desk
Mummenthaler Meier “Magic Box” Transforming Rosewood Desk

Mummenthaler Meier “Magic Box” Transforming Rosewood Desk

H 45 in W 32 in D 21 in
Original "Magic Box" Writing Desk by Mummenthaler Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
, drawers and boxes and a build-in light over the desk top. This is a unique and rare to find piece nick
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple, Teak

Original "Magic Box" Writing Desk by Mummenthaler Meier
Original "Magic Box" Writing Desk by Mummenthaler Meier

Original "Magic Box" Writing Desk by Mummenthaler Meier

H 44.49 in W 33.08 in D 21.66 in
Mummenthaler Meier "Magic Box" Foldable Desk / Working Station, 1950
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Wilnis, UT
Switzerland, circa 1950. This amazing cabinet is nicknamed "Magic Box" because it reveals an entire working
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Mummenthaler Meier "Magic Box" Foldable Desk / Working Station, 1950
Mummenthaler Meier "Magic Box" Foldable Desk / Working Station, 1950

Mummenthaler Meier "Magic Box" Foldable Desk / Working Station, 1950

H 46.46 in W 21.66 in D 32.68 in
Mummenthaler Meier Foldable Desk, Working station, Magic Box, 1960s
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Schagen, NL
This absolute phenominal writing desk, was designed by Mummenthaler and Meier, circa 1960s. This
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Maple, Teak

Mummenthaler Meier Foldable Desk, Working station, Magic Box, 1960s
Mummenthaler Meier Foldable Desk, Working station, Magic Box, 1960s

Mummenthaler Meier Foldable Desk, Working station, Magic Box, 1960s

H 45.28 in W 32.29 in D 20.87 in
Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box, Desk in a Box Closable Work Station
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare foldable writing desk or secrétaire called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss Mummenthaler and
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Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box, Desk in a Box Closable Work Station
Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box, Desk in a Box Closable Work Station

Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box, Desk in a Box Closable Work Station

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Mummenthaler and Meier Teak Magic Box Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet
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Mummenthaler and Meier Teak Magic Box Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet
Mummenthaler and Meier Teak Magic Box Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet

Mummenthaler and Meier Teak Magic Box Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet

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Teak Folding Box Desk with Lamp by Mummenthaler Meier
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Teak Folding Box Desk with Lamp by Mummenthaler Meier

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Mummenthaler Meier Desk-in-a-Box or "Magic Box" Work Station Desk Secretary
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Mummenthaler Meier Desk-in-a-Box or "Magic Box" Work Station Desk Secretary
Mummenthaler Meier Desk-in-a-Box or "Magic Box" Work Station Desk Secretary

Mummenthaler Meier Desk-in-a-Box or "Magic Box" Work Station Desk Secretary

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Magic Box Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal magic box desk for your home. A magic box desk — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the magic box desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A magic box desk, designed in the Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one magic box desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Mummenthaler and Meier and BRDR Furbo produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Magic Box Desk?

Prices for a magic box desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,200 and can go as high as $5,250, while the average can fetch as much as $2,637.

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