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Style: American Empire
Antique American Empire Style Mahogany Library Table Writing Desk Harp Lyre Base
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th Century mahogany library desk featuring American Empire styling with a harp / lyre base and two large dovetailed drawers.
Category
Early 20th Century American American Empire Desks
Materials
Mahogany
$1,120 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique Quervelle School American Empire Carved Flame Mahogany Secretary c1840
Located in Big Flats, NY
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Antique Quervelle School American Empire Carved Flame Mahogany Secretary Desk C1840.
Measures - 93...
Category
19th Century Antique American Empire Desks
Materials
Mahogany
$3,160 Sale Price
20% Off
American Empire Writing Table with Carved Acanthus Legs, circa 1840
Located in Southampton, NY
American empire writing table with carved acanthus legs, circa 1840
Casters, Missing ormolu on right side of centre drawer. Beautiful ornately carved acanthus legs with casters with...
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique American Empire Desks
Materials
Mahogany
$2,880 Sale Price
20% Off
American Mahogany Acanthus Carved Gadrooned Partners Desk on Paw Feet, C. 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
American mahogany acanthus carved gadrooned partners desk with baize writing surface, eight drawers with the original wooden knobs, flanking acanthus carved corners, four lower acant...
Category
1840s American Antique American Empire Desks
Materials
Brass
R. J. Horner Style American Empire Writing Desk or Library Table, Circa 1890s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique American Empire writing desk or library table
In the manner of R.J. Horner
Co.
USA, Circa 1890s
Carved mahogany, with original brass hardware.
Measures: ...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique American Empire Desks
Materials
Brass
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American Empire desks for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique American Empire desks for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage desks created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, mahogany and other materials. If you’re shopping for used American Empire desks made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Unknown pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for desks differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,560 and tops out at $2,880 while the average work can sell for $2,248.
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