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Style: Adam Style
19th century English Adam Style Hand Painted Satinwood Desk
Located in Savannah, GA
Satinwood desk with reticulated sides that are extraordinarily hand-painted with festooned drapery, ribbons and bows. Decorated on all sides this lovely piece can float in a room and...
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19th Century British Antique Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Satinwood

Superb English Paint Decorated Adams Satinwood Carlton House Desk Circa 1890s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exquisite English Adams-style Carlton House desk is a superb example of late 19th-century craftsmanship, dating to the 1890s. Constructed from fine satinwood, the desk is beauti...
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1890s English Antique Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Satinwood

Fine Quality Paint Decorated English Adams Satinwood Carlton House Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This fine quality English Carlton House desk in the manner of the Adams style is a superb example of late 19th to early 20th-century craftsmanship. Constructed from richly figured sa...
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1910s English Vintage Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Satinwood

Superb Adams Inlaid Desk
Located in Swadlincote, GB
Outstanding Adams style inlaid desk on the large side, black leather and figured mahogany inlaid top, three reeded freize drawers the central one with inlaid harebell urn, bow fronte...
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19th Century English Antique Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Hand Painted Paul Sormani Ladies Roll Top Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Hand painted. 1 dovetailed drawer. Flip up top containing felt top and 3 small drawers. Brass foot caps and trim. Dimensions: 34 3/4" h x 27 1/2" w x 17" d.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Fine Tall Inlaid Dark Mahogany English Carlton House Two-Piece Secretary Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This fine tall inlaid dark mahogany English Carlton House two-piece secretary desk is an outstanding example of refined Georgian-inspired craftsmanship. Designed in the classic Carlt...
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Early 1900s English Antique Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Fine English 19th Century Adam Style Polychrome Painted Satinwood Vanity Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine English 19th century Adam style Polychrome painted satinwood vanity table. The ornately decorated cabinet surmounted with an easel mirror flanked by a pair of storage compartments centered with oval paintings, all above five top drawers, the front serpentine apron with a large drawer and raised on four tapering legs conjoined with an "X" stretcher centered with an oval storage...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Mirror, Satinwood

Double Bonnet Dome Top Burl Wood 3 Drawer Drop Front Secretary Desk 1900s Clean!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Double Bonnet Dome Top Burl Wood 3 Drawer Drop Front Secretary Desk 1900s Clean!
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20th Century American Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

1900 s Vintage / Antique Adam Style, Paint Decorated, Writing Desk!
Located in Austin, TX
Charming 1900's Vintage / Antique Adam Style, Paint Decorated, Writing Desk! Desk, Writing, Adam Style, Paint Decorated, Vintage / Antique, 1900's, 20th Century! Crafted with the ...
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Mid-20th Century European Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Paint

Fine 19th Century English Hand-Painted Satinwood Carlton House Desk
Located in London, GB
A Fine Quality Satinwood Carlton House Desk Of freestanding form, constructed from lustrous satinwood with extensive polychrome decoration; rising from turned tapering legs terminat...
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19th Century English Antique Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Satinwood

Exquisite Antique English Marquetry Inlaid Mahog. Adam style Bonheur du Jour
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Quite possibly one of the prettiest Antique English Edwardian period Adam style Bonheur du Jours or Ladies Writing Tables with magnificent "Adam" style marquetry inlaid urns and Welk...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany, Satinwood

Georgian Leather Top Pedestal Desk – Adam Style
Located in Westwood, NJ
The desk in the Adam Style is a striking neoclassical piece, inspired by the elegant furniture of the late 1700s. Made from satinwood with detailed inlays and gold accents, the desk ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Wood

Adams Edwardian Inlaid Carlton House Desk, Hand Painted, Angela Kauffman
By Angelica Kauffmann
Located in Manhasset, NY
Adams Edwardian Inlaid Carlton house desk, hand painted, satinwood, An absolutely stunning Adams Carlton House desk in the manner of Angelica Kauffman. Typical form, the superstructure fitted with four banks of two small drawers flanked by curved cupboard...
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Early 1900s English Antique Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

1900 s Vintage / Antique Adam Style, Paint-Decorated, Writing Desk!
Located in Austin, TX
Charming 1900's Vintage / Antique Adam Style, Paint Decorated, Writing Desk! Desk, Writing, Adam Style, Paint Decorated, Vintage / Antique, 1900's, 20th Century! Crafted with the ...
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20th Century Unknown Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Paint

Very Attractive Victorian Walnut Writing or Side Table
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Very Attractive Victorian Walnut Writing or Side Table This is a very attractive table, it has a very unusual shape withan inward curving front edge, the table has 3 drawers to the ...
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1880s Antique Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

English Made Satinwood Adams Paint Decorated Carlton House Desk With Cubbies
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
An exquisite example of late Victorian or early Edwardian fine furniture, this 1890s Satinwood Carlton House Desk embodies the refined elegance of the Sheraton Revival and Neoclassic...
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1910s English Vintage Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Satinwood

After RJ Horner Gold Giltwood Griffon Hardwood Double Sided Desk Writing Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this extremely ornate very solid writing table desk with drawers on both sides and ornately gold giltwood carved Griffons A very well made and d...
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20th Century English Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood, Giltwood

English Adam Satinwood Carlton House Desk
Located in Queens, NY
19th century English Adam style satinwood Carlton House design desk with painted floral decorative trim and green leather top.
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19th Century English Antique Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Satinwood

Adams Style Satin Wood Hand Painted 7 Drawers Desk Vanity Table Decorative MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Adams Style Satin Wood Hand Painted 7 Drawers Desk Vanity Table Decorative MINT
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20th Century American Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Georgian Adams-Style Carlton House Marquetry Inlaid Desk by Edwards and Roberts
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This remarkable 19th century George III satinwood and marquetry "Carlton House" desk presents two structures separated by a large molding, the lower section with three frieze drawers...
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19th Century English Antique Adam Style Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

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Adam Style desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Adam Style desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage desks and writing tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Adam Style desks and writing tables made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original desks and writing tables, popular names associated with this style include and Hobbs Co.. 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 and writing tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,225 and tops out at $27,500 while the average work can sell for $4,750.