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Bauhaus Walnut Writing Desk with Red Top
Located in Prague 8, CZ
For sale is a beautiful vintage Bauhaus-style writing desk that blends mid-century elegance with
Category

Mid-20th Century French Bauhaus Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Formica, Walnut, Plywood

Vintage Bauhaus Walnut Writing Desk with Red Top
Bauhaus Walnut Writing Desk with Red Top

Bauhaus Walnut Writing Desk with Red Top

$7,417
Vintage Ladies desk from HIKOR, 1970´s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
A Simple vintage beech wood writing desk from the HIKOR Písek company, 1970´s, Czechoslovakia The
Category

Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Wood, Beech

Vintage Ladies desk from HIKOR, 1970´s, Czechoslovakia
Vintage Ladies desk from HIKOR, 1970´s, Czechoslovakia

Vintage Ladies desk from HIKOR, 1970´s, Czechoslovakia

$1,257
Tommi Parzinger Writing Desk
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Mount Pleasant, SC
Vintage, four-drawer, Tommi Parzinger writing desk.
Category

20th Century Unknown Vintage Writing Desk

Vintage Tommi Parzinger Writing Desk

Tommi Parzinger Writing Desk

$3,500
Vintage Danish Teak Desk
Located in Vancouver, BC
Vintage Danish teak writing desk featuring three drawers with lip pulls. Made in Denmark.  
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Teak

Vintage Danish Teak Desk
Vintage Danish Teak Desk

Vintage Danish Teak Desk

$995
Italian Vintage Writing Desk
By Gio Ponti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Vintage Writing Desk
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Walnut

Italian Vintage Writing Desk
Italian Vintage Writing Desk

Italian Vintage Writing Desk

$8,500
Vintage Writing Desk by Gio Ponti, Italy, 1950s
By Schirolli, Gio Ponti
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Writing Desk is an original design item realized in the 1950s by Gio Ponti for Schirolli
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

Vintage Writing Desk by Gio Ponti, Italy, 1950s
Vintage Writing Desk by Gio Ponti, Italy, 1950s

Vintage Writing Desk by Gio Ponti, Italy, 1950s

$10,680
Vintage Writing Desk in Mahogany, Italian Manufacture, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage writing desk in mahogany, Italian manufacture 1950s, very good conditions. This object
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Writing Desk in Mahogany, Italian Manufacture, 1950s
Vintage Writing Desk in Mahogany, Italian Manufacture, 1950s

Vintage Writing Desk in Mahogany, Italian Manufacture, 1950s

$1,186
Danish vintage writing desk by H.P. Hansen, Denmark 1960s
By H.P. Hansen
Located in Ranst, VAN
This vintage writing desk, crafted by HP Hansen in 1960s Denmark, is made from teak wood and has
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Teak

Danish Vintage writing desk by H.P. Hansen, Denmark 1960s
Danish vintage writing desk by H.P. Hansen, Denmark 1960s

Danish vintage writing desk by H.P. Hansen, Denmark 1960s

$3,500
Vintage Writing Desk, English, Rosewood, Side, Occasional, Table, circa 1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage writing desk. An English, rosewood side or occasional table, dating to the mid
Category

Mid-20th Century English Queen Anne Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Writing Desk, English, Rosewood, Side, Occasional, Table, circa 1950
Vintage Writing Desk, English, Rosewood, Side, Occasional, Table, circa 1950

Vintage Writing Desk, English, Rosewood, Side, Occasional, Table, circa 1950

$2,642
Vintage Writing Desk, English, Articulated Bureau De Plait, Circa 1980
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage writing desk. An English, mahogany articulated bureau de plait, dating to the
Category

Late 20th Century British Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

Vintage Writing Desk, English, Articulated Bureau De Plait, Circa 1980
Vintage Writing Desk, English, Articulated Bureau De Plait, Circa 1980

Vintage Writing Desk, English, Articulated Bureau De Plait, Circa 1980

$2,741
1950 s Vintage Writing Desk by Richard Hornby
By Richard Hornby, Fyne Ladye
Located in London, GB
A fantastic vintage writing desk in solid wood. This was designed by Richard Hornby for Fyne Ladye
Category

1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Leather, Wood

1950 s Vintage Writing Desk by Richard Hornby
1950 s Vintage Writing Desk by Richard Hornby

1950 s Vintage Writing Desk by Richard Hornby

$1,711
Vintage Writing Desk Set, English, Leather, Correspondence Box, Asprey of London
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a quality vintage writing desk set. An English, leather table rest, pen stand and
Category

Mid-20th Century British Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Leather

Vintage Writing Desk Set, English, Leather, Correspondence Box, Asprey of London
Vintage Writing Desk Set, English, Leather, Correspondence Box, Asprey of London

Vintage Writing Desk Set, English, Leather, Correspondence Box, Asprey of London

$4,244 / set
Vintage Writing Desk by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1980s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage writing desk is an original design work realized in the 1980s for Vivai del Sud. Made in
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Bamboo, Wood

Vintage Writing Desk by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1980s
Vintage Writing Desk by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1980s

Vintage Writing Desk by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1980s

$6,526
Vintage Writing Desk Poplar, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Original writing desk with drawers in painted beech wood, poplar veneer and painted laminate.
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Formica, Poplar

Vintage Writing Desk Poplar, Italy, 1950s
Vintage Writing Desk Poplar, Italy, 1950s

Vintage Writing Desk Poplar, Italy, 1950s

$3,797
Vintage Writing Desk Beech Italy 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Desk with side drawers made of beech wood with Formica-covered top.
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Formica, Beech

Vintage Writing Desk Beech Italy 1950s
Vintage Writing Desk Beech Italy 1950s

Vintage Writing Desk Beech Italy 1950s

$1,708
Vintage Writing Desk Teak Veneer, Italy, 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Desk with drawer column in teak veneered wood with Formica top and enamelled metal support
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Teak

Vintage Writing Desk Teak Veneer, Italy, 1960s
Vintage Writing Desk Teak Veneer, Italy, 1960s

Vintage Writing Desk Teak Veneer, Italy, 1960s

$890
Rare Vintage Writing Desk for NOBØ, Norway
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This is a very special desk we have not seen before and we can find very little about. It is marked
Category

1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Vintage Writing Desk for NOBØ, Norway
Rare Vintage Writing Desk for NOBØ, Norway

Rare Vintage Writing Desk for NOBØ, Norway

$2,254
Delightful Bamboo Grasscloth Vintage Writing Desk and Matching Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful vintage bamboo writing desk and matching chair having lovely craftsmanship with turned
Category

1940s American Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Grasscloth, Bamboo

Delightful Bamboo Grasscloth Vintage Writing Desk and Matching Chair
Delightful Bamboo Grasscloth Vintage Writing Desk and Matching Chair

Delightful Bamboo Grasscloth Vintage Writing Desk and Matching Chair

$2,200 / set
Vintage Writing Desk in Tessellated Stone by Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in Astoria, NY
A classically styled writing desk in tessellated stone with brass pulls. The piece has nine drawers
Category

20th Century American Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Stone, Brass

Vintage Writing Desk in Tessellated Stone by Maitland Smith
Vintage Writing Desk in Tessellated Stone by Maitland Smith

Vintage Writing Desk in Tessellated Stone by Maitland Smith

$6,000
Vintage Writing Desk Sessile Oak Veneer from the, 1940s
Located in Milano, IT
Desk with side drawers and under-top drawer in oak veneered wood with linoleum top.
Category

1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Oak

Vintage Writing Desk Sessile Oak Veneer from the, 1940s
Vintage Writing Desk Sessile Oak Veneer from the, 1940s

Vintage Writing Desk Sessile Oak Veneer from the, 1940s

$2,373
Vintage Writing Desk by Picus Furniture, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This original vintage desk by Picus Furniture comes from circa 1960s. The piece features red
Category

1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Laminate, Wood

Vintage Writing Desk by Picus Furniture, Mid-Century Modern
Vintage Writing Desk by Picus Furniture, Mid-Century Modern

Vintage Writing Desk by Picus Furniture, Mid-Century Modern

$1,066
Japanese Vintage Writing Desk, low table Early Showa Period 1926-
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This Japanese writing desk was crafted in the early Showa period (1926-) and features beautiful
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Cork

Japanese Vintage Writing Desk, low table Early Showa Period 1926-
Japanese Vintage Writing Desk, low table Early Showa Period 1926-

Japanese Vintage Writing Desk, low table Early Showa Period 1926-

$700
Striking Green and Gold Vintage Bodart Writing Desk
By Jacques Bodart
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Great looking vintage writing desk by Bodart in a striking soft celadon green with yellow/gold
Category

1950s American Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

Striking Green and Gold Vintage Bodart Writing Desk
Striking Green and Gold Vintage Bodart Writing Desk

Striking Green and Gold Vintage Bodart Writing Desk

$1,200
Vintage Campaign Style Writing Desk
Located in Austin, TX
A fun, versatile Campaign style vintage writing desk with three dovetailed drawers and inserted
Category

1940s French Campaign Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

Vintage Campaign Style Writing Desk
Vintage Campaign Style Writing Desk

Vintage Campaign Style Writing Desk

$5,100
Vintage Walnut Writing Desk by Kent Coffey Temp
By Kent-Coffey
Located in North Hollywood, CA
States circa 1960. the vintage writing desk features four drawers giving you plenty of storage space for
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Walnut Writing Desk by Kent Coffey Temp
Vintage Walnut Writing Desk by Kent Coffey Temp

Vintage Walnut Writing Desk by Kent Coffey Temp

$950
1960s Vintage Italian Desk or Writing Table
Located in London, GB
A stylish and elegant vintage writing desk made in Italy, this dates from the 1960s. The condition
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Satinwood

1960s Vintage Italian Desk or Writing Table
1960s Vintage Italian Desk or Writing Table

1960s Vintage Italian Desk or Writing Table

$1,643
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Office Desk Vintage Writing Table, circa 1960s
Located in Shippensburg, PA
This is an attractive 1960s vintage writing desk crafted of walnut and walnut veneers over oak
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Office Desk Vintage Writing Table, circa 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Office Desk Vintage Writing Table, circa 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Office Desk Vintage Writing Table, circa 1960s

$1,390
Writing Desk
Located in Pasadena, CA
Vintage writing desk with inlay detail and lattice back. Mahogany.
Category

1940s American Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

Writing Desk
Writing Desk

Writing Desk

$1,400
Mid Century Desk by Bert England for Widdicomb
By Bert England, John Widdicomb
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage writing desk with leather wrapped surface. The piece is by Bert England for John
Category

1950s American Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Wood, Leather

Mid Century Desk by Bert England for Widdicomb
Mid Century Desk by Bert England for Widdicomb

Mid Century Desk by Bert England for Widdicomb

$3,200
Mid-Century Widdicomb Style Writing Desk
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage writing desk features brass accent and tapered legs. Perfect for home or
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Mid-Century Widdicomb Style Writing Desk
Mid-Century Widdicomb Style Writing Desk

Mid-Century Widdicomb Style Writing Desk

$1,950
Vintage Boho Aubergine Goatskin Writing Desk After Springer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introduce a touch of bohemian elegance to your workspace with this striking vintage writing desk
Category

Late 20th Century Colombian Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Goatskin, Wood

Vintage Boho Aubergine Goatskin Writing Desk After Springer
Vintage Boho Aubergine Goatskin Writing Desk After Springer

Vintage Boho Aubergine Goatskin Writing Desk After Springer

$3,950
Danish Freestanding Writing Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s
Located in Ranst, VAN
Beautiful vintage writing desk in teak produced by Valdemar Mortensen, Denmark 1960s. There are six
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Teak

Danish Freestanding Writing Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s
Danish Freestanding Writing Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s

Danish Freestanding Writing Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s

$4,450
Mid Century Russel Wright for Conant Ball Desk and Chair
By Russel Wright, Conant Ball
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage writing desk and chair in maple by Russel Wright for Conant Ball. The chair is unmarked
Category

20th Century American Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Maple, Textile

Mid Century Russel Wright for Conant Ball Desk and Chair
Mid Century Russel Wright for Conant Ball Desk and Chair

Mid Century Russel Wright for Conant Ball Desk and Chair

$1,200
Mid-Century Curved Trestle Base Writing Desk from J.B. Van Sciver
By J.B. Van Sciver Company
Located in West Chester, PA
A high quality vintage writing desk featuring a curved top with three drawers on a trestle base
Category

Mid-20th Century Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Curved Trestle Base Writing Desk from J.B. Van Sciver
Mid-Century Curved Trestle Base Writing Desk from J.B. Van Sciver

Mid-Century Curved Trestle Base Writing Desk from J.B. Van Sciver

$1,049
Mid Century Teak Writing Desk by Arne Vodder for Hp Hansen, Denmark 1960s
By H.P. Hansen, Arne Vodder
Located in Ranst, VAN
Beautiful Scandinavian vintage writing desk in teak designed by Arne Vodder for HP Hansen. There
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Wood, Teak

Mid Century Teak Writing Desk by Arne Vodder for Hp Hansen, Denmark 1960s
Mid Century Teak Writing Desk by Arne Vodder for Hp Hansen, Denmark 1960s

Mid Century Teak Writing Desk by Arne Vodder for Hp Hansen, Denmark 1960s

$4,687
Kittinger Vintage Leather Top Inlaid Federal Style Desk
By Kittinger
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome vintage writing desk crafted in walnut in classic form featuring three tooled leather
Category

Mid-20th Century American Federal Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Kittinger Vintage Leather Top Inlaid Federal Style Desk
Kittinger Vintage Leather Top Inlaid Federal Style Desk

Kittinger Vintage Leather Top Inlaid Federal Style Desk

$7,100
Gianfranco Frattini Desk with Roll Top - circa 1962 for Bernini, Italy
By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Munster, NRW
Vintage writing desk by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, Italy. This roll top design opens by
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

Gianfranco Frattini Desk with Roll Top - circa 1962 for Bernini, Italy
Gianfranco Frattini Desk with Roll Top - circa 1962 for Bernini, Italy

Gianfranco Frattini Desk with Roll Top - circa 1962 for Bernini, Italy

$8,900
Danish Mid Century writing desk by Randers Møbelfabrik
By Randers Møbelfabrik, Harry Østergaard
Located in Ranst, VAN
This stunning vintage writing desk, designed by Harry Østergaard for Randers Møbelfabrik in 1960s
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid Century writing desk by Randers Møbelfabrik
Danish Mid Century writing desk by Randers Møbelfabrik

Danish Mid Century writing desk by Randers Møbelfabrik

$4,094
1980s Boho Chic Rattan and Bamboo Desk with Glass Top
Located in San Carlos, CA
For sale we have a gorgeous vintage writing desk in bamboo an rattan with glass top. This desk
Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Glass

1980s Boho Chic Rattan and Bamboo Desk with Glass Top
1980s Boho Chic Rattan and Bamboo Desk with Glass Top

1980s Boho Chic Rattan and Bamboo Desk with Glass Top

$1,299
Kai Kristiansen Free Standing Writhing Desk EP 401 of Oak Made in Denmark, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Preben Schou Andersen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Freestanding vintage writing desk model EP 401 by the Danish furniture architect and designer Kai
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Kai Kristiansen Free Standing Writhing Desk EP 401 of Oak Made in Denmark, 1960s
Kai Kristiansen Free Standing Writhing Desk EP 401 of Oak Made in Denmark, 1960s

Kai Kristiansen Free Standing Writhing Desk EP 401 of Oak Made in Denmark, 1960s

$5,340
1910, French Oak Escritoire
Located in High Point, NC
restored oak, make this vintage writing desk a find to treasure.
Category

20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Oak

1910, French Oak Escritoire
1910, French Oak Escritoire

1910, French Oak Escritoire

$4,995
20th Century British Wooden Chair With Leather Seat
Located in High Point, NC
writing desk or standing alone as an accent piece, it is sure to be a focal point that embodies the
Category

20th Century British Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Leather, Wood

20th Century British Wooden Chair With Leather Seat
20th Century British Wooden Chair With Leather Seat

20th Century British Wooden Chair With Leather Seat

$1,595
Vintage Cherry Writing Desk
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Vintage Ethan Allen Cherry Writing Desk. Featuring a rectangular cherry wood
Category

Late 20th Century American American Classical Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Wood, Cherry

Vintage Cherry Writing Desk
Vintage Cherry Writing Desk

Vintage Cherry Writing Desk

$995
Vintage Italian Writing Desk
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A mid-20th century Italian inlaid walnut writing desk on elegant splayed legs with demi-lune
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Writing Desk

Vintage Italian Writing Desk
Vintage Italian Writing Desk

Vintage Italian Writing Desk

$2,950
Vintage Coastal Rattan Writing Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic vintage coastal writing desk. Beautiful bi level top with a classic trellis fretwork
Category

Late 20th Century North American Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Coastal Rattan Writing Desk
Vintage Coastal Rattan Writing Desk

Vintage Coastal Rattan Writing Desk

$1,495
Vintage Boho Painted Writing Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho rustic writing desk. Beautiful bright yellow with hand painted detail
Category

Late 20th Century North American Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Paint

Vintage Boho Painted Writing Desk
Vintage Boho Painted Writing Desk

Vintage Boho Painted Writing Desk

$1,450
Vintage Campaign Style Writing Desk
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Trenton, NJ
This Vintage Campaign Style Writing Desk by Bassett Furniture is the perfect blend of luxury, style
Category

Late 20th Century American Campaign Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Metal

Vintage Campaign Style Writing Desk
Vintage Campaign Style Writing Desk

Vintage Campaign Style Writing Desk

$556
Vintage Coastal Curved Writing Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Coastal writing desk. Ebony wood cabinet with inset woven rattan panels. Rests
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Rattan, Ebony

Vintage Coastal Curved Writing Desk
Vintage Coastal Curved Writing Desk

Vintage Coastal Curved Writing Desk

$1,495
Large Vintage Modern Writing Desk
Located in Trenton, NJ
This stylish modern writing desk features a unique mix of faux wood finish, chrome trim, and
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Wood

Large Vintage Modern Writing Desk
Large Vintage Modern Writing Desk

Large Vintage Modern Writing Desk

$895
Vintage Italian Walnut Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage Italian walnut writing desk, dating from the 1960’s. This is of superb quality
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Italian Walnut Writing Desk
Vintage Italian Walnut Writing Desk

Vintage Italian Walnut Writing Desk

$3,354
Vintage Midcentury Walnut Writing Desk
By Bassett Furniture
Located in West Hartford, CT
Clean lines and scale define this midcentury walnut desk with three side drawers and one smaller
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Metal

Vintage Midcentury Walnut Writing Desk
Vintage Midcentury Walnut Writing Desk

Vintage Midcentury Walnut Writing Desk

$1,495
Vintage Carlton House Writing Desk
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Carlton House Writing Desk. Stands on four hepplewhite legs with ball feet. Accented with tooled
Category

20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Brass

Vintage Carlton House Writing Desk
Vintage Carlton House Writing Desk

Vintage Carlton House Writing Desk

$1,450
Vintage Rustic Solid Pine Writing Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous primitive rustic pine writing desk. The desk features solid wood construction and
Category

Mid-20th Century American Primitive Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Pine

Vintage Rustic Solid Pine Writing Desk
Vintage Rustic Solid Pine Writing Desk

Vintage Rustic Solid Pine Writing Desk

$595
Vintage Coastal Pencil Reed Writing Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic vintage Coastal writing desk. A chic pencil reed frame in a repeating radiating ring
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Reed

Vintage Coastal Pencil Reed Writing Desk
Vintage Coastal Pencil Reed Writing Desk

Vintage Coastal Pencil Reed Writing Desk

$2,450
Vintage Coastal Burnt Bamboo Writing Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An outstanding vintage Coastal writing desk. Beautiful burnt bamboo frame with inset woven rattan
Category

Late 20th Century North American Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Coastal Burnt Bamboo Writing Desk
Vintage Coastal Burnt Bamboo Writing Desk

Vintage Coastal Burnt Bamboo Writing Desk

$2,850
Vintage Coastal Woven Rattan Writing Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A charming vintage coastal writing desk crafted from woven rattan, offering a relaxed, beachy feel
Category

Late 20th Century American Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Coastal Woven Rattan Writing Desk
Vintage Coastal Woven Rattan Writing Desk

Vintage Coastal Woven Rattan Writing Desk

$2,850
John Widdicomb Vintage French Writing Desk
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering a beautiful painted French writing desk or vanity by John Widdicomb. The desk features
Category

1960s French Provincial Vintage Writing Desk

Materials

Wood, Paint

John Widdicomb Vintage French Writing Desk
John Widdicomb Vintage French Writing Desk

John Widdicomb Vintage French Writing Desk

$995
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Vintage Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic vintage writing desk available at 1stDibs. A vintage writing desk — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer vintage writing desk, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage writing desk made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made vintage writing desk over the years, but those crafted by Sligh Furniture, Kai Kristiansen and Maitland Smith are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Vintage Writing Desk?

Prices for a vintage writing desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $325 and can go as high as $22,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,929.
Questions About Vintage Writing Desk
  • What is a writing desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs 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 small writing desk called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A small writing table is also called a davenport table or davenport desk. They normally feature a sloped or inclined top attached with hinges to the back of the table. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage davenport desks.
  • What is a writing desk with drawers called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A writing desk with drawers is also called a secretary. It is a desk with drawers, one of which can be pushed out and the front of the desk lowered to create a flat writing surface. These writing desks have been made in a variety of styles over the years. Shop for a variety of writing tables with drawers on 1stDibs.
  • What is an old-fashioned writing desk called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    What an old-fashioned writing desk is called varies by design. Pieces with drop-down fronts are secretary desks (these are typically made of two parts: a chest of drawers on the bottom and a hutch or cupboard with shelves on the top), while ones that rest on two pillars, cabinets or bookcases are pedestal desks. A desk with a small writing surface positioned in front of drawers and cubbies is a bureau à gradin. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of desks.
  • What was the term in French furniture for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.

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