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Style: American Classical
Traditional English Leather Top Black Lacquered Writing Desk
Located in North York, ON
Traditional English leather top black lacquered writing desk. Newly made in the USA with iconic English traditional styling. Featuring imported Italian burgundy leather top with a po...
Category

2010s American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Traditional English Leather Top Black Lacquered Writing Desk
Traditional English Leather Top Black Lacquered Writing Desk

Traditional English Leather Top Black Lacquered Writing Desk

$5,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Early American Country Farmhouse Slant Top School Student Writing Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique early American schoolhouse / country / farmhouse writing desk. Made of poplar featuring a slanted top and dovetailed joinery. Dimension...
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Late 19th Century Antique American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Poplar

Antique Early American Country Farmhouse Slant Top School Student Writing Desk
Antique Early American Country Farmhouse Slant Top School Student Writing Desk

Antique Early American Country Farmhouse Slant Top School Student Writing Desk

$735 Sale Price
30% Off
19th Century American Birdseye Maple Desk
Located in New York, NY
American 19th Century Birdseye Maple Desk attributed to H. Stowell & Son Cabinet Makers, (1828-98) Vermont 1850-60. Beautiful writing desk consisting of three stepped upper panels (...
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1860s American Antique American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple

19th Century American Birdseye Maple Desk
19th Century American Birdseye Maple Desk

19th Century American Birdseye Maple Desk

$14,000
1800s Hancrafted Tall Slant Top Secretary Desk
Located in Germantown, MD
1800s Hancrafted tall slant top secretary desk. Wood appears to be flame maple. Solid dove tail joints. Turned legs and carved apron. Some wea...
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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

1800s Hancrafted Tall Slant Top Secretary Desk
1800s Hancrafted Tall Slant Top Secretary Desk

1800s Hancrafted Tall Slant Top Secretary Desk

$1,450
Litchfield Writing Desk in Cherry with Leather Inlay Top and Cock Beaded Drawers
Located in Tiverton, RI
The solid cherry Litchfield writing desk has a gold embossed inlaid leather top with country farmhouse style legs and 3 cock beaded drawers with antique brass bail pulls. The leather...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Litchfield Writing Desk in Cherry with Leather Inlay Top and Cock Beaded Drawers
Litchfield Writing Desk in Cherry with Leather Inlay Top and Cock Beaded Drawers

Litchfield Writing Desk in Cherry with Leather Inlay Top and Cock Beaded Drawers

$6,200 / item
1930s Larkin Soap Secretary Desk
By Larkin Co.
Located in Germantown, MD
Antique oak, slant front secretary made by Larkin. Measures 30.5" in width x 16" in depth x 46.5" in height. Good vintage condition with three functional drawers. Some wear and tear ...
Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

1930s Larkin Soap Secretary Desk
1930s Larkin Soap Secretary Desk

1930s Larkin Soap Secretary Desk

$1,595
Portable "Laptop" Desk with Storage Compartments and Inkwell
Located in Soquel, CA
Portable "Laptop" Desk with Storage Compartments and Inkwell Box with storage for paper, pens, ink, and other writing supplies. Multiple lids/compar...
Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

Portable "Laptop" Desk with Storage Compartments and Inkwell
Portable "Laptop" Desk with Storage Compartments and Inkwell

Portable "Laptop" Desk with Storage Compartments and Inkwell

$1,660
1980s Curved Mahogany Century Desk
By Century Furniture
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1980s with this exquisite curved desk. The ultra rare desk exudes an air of luxury and refinement. Outstanding design is exhibi...
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1980s American Vintage American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

1980s Curved Mahogany Century Desk
1980s Curved Mahogany Century Desk

1980s Curved Mahogany Century Desk

$3,250
Long Foldable Schoolhouse Table
Located in New York, NY
This long schoolhouse table was sourced in New England. It features a gentle slant for writing and is presented with a long glass shelf that was customized for extra storage. Made fr...
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Long Foldable Schoolhouse Table
Long Foldable Schoolhouse Table

Long Foldable Schoolhouse Table

$2,600
Wood Console with Solid Top and Shaped Cylindrical Base
By LF Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Warren console shown is with solid wood top and shaped base - and can be utilized as a desk during these work at home times. All hand carved and finished in our shop in Brooklyn....
Category

2010s American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Wood Console with Solid Top and Shaped Cylindrical Base
Wood Console with Solid Top and Shaped Cylindrical Base

Wood Console with Solid Top and Shaped Cylindrical Base

$7,000 / item
Wood Console Table with Solid Top and Round Base with Posts
By LF Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Tilden console shows form and function at it's best. A solid wood top with solid wood side opposite to a cylindrical base with posts - all carefully crafted and finished in New Y...
Category

2010s American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Wood Console Table with Solid Top and Round Base with Posts
Wood Console Table with Solid Top and Round Base with Posts

Wood Console Table with Solid Top and Round Base with Posts

$7,200 / item
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English Writing Table or Desk of Mahogany with Leather Top
English Writing Table or Desk of Mahogany with Leather Top

English Writing Table or Desk of Mahogany with Leather Top

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Original ArtDeco Writing Desk, J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Walnut, Czech, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Desk dimensions: Height: 76 cm (29.9 in) Width: 150 cm (59.1 in) Depth: 76 cm (29.9 in) Leg space Height: 71 cm (28 in) Width: 54 cm (21.3 in) This Art Deco writing desk, designed ...
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Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Original ArtDeco Writing Desk, J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Walnut, Czech, 1930s
Original ArtDeco Writing Desk, J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Walnut, Czech, 1930s

Original ArtDeco Writing Desk, J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Walnut, Czech, 1930s

$3,295
H 29.93 in W 59.06 in D 29.93 in
Italian Style Carved Writing Desk With Red Leather Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian style writing desk with red leather top. Each drawer is lined with leather. Amazing quality hand carving details, finish, craftsmanship, and hardware. Add some Italian style ...
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Italian Style Carved Writing Desk With Red Leather Top
Italian Style Carved Writing Desk With Red Leather Top

Italian Style Carved Writing Desk With Red Leather Top

$3,400
H 31.5 in W 62 in D 32 in
English Writing Table or Desk of Mahogany with Leather Top
Located in Austin, TX
A fine small English writing table or desk of mahogany from the late 19th century, featuring an inset embossed leather top with flame mahogany surround and reeded edge, over a frieze...
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Metal, Brass

English Writing Table or Desk of Mahogany with Leather Top
English Writing Table or Desk of Mahogany with Leather Top

English Writing Table or Desk of Mahogany with Leather Top

$2,895
H 30 in W 28.25 in D 16.75 in
Antique Art Deco Industrial Simmons Small Metal Desk 1930s
By Simmons Company Furniture, Norman Bel Geddes
Located in Detroit, MI
This antique Art Deco machine age metal desk was produced by Simmons circa 1930. Possibly a Norman Bel Geddes design, this small desk features the modernist, streamline furniture des...
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1930s American Vintage American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Antique Art Deco Industrial Simmons Small Metal Desk 1930s
Antique Art Deco Industrial Simmons Small Metal Desk 1930s

Antique Art Deco Industrial Simmons Small Metal Desk 1930s

$850
H 30.5 in W 30.75 in D 18 in
1960s Italian Art Deco Midcentury Walnut Marble Slant Front Desk Table Secretary
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern folding slant front desk writing table secretaire, in beautiful wood with three drawers. This beautiful piece is completed by the whi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

1960s Italian Art Deco Midcentury Walnut Marble Slant Front Desk Table Secretary
1960s Italian Art Deco Midcentury Walnut Marble Slant Front Desk Table Secretary

1960s Italian Art Deco Midcentury Walnut Marble Slant Front Desk Table Secretary

$2,264
H 45.67 in W 34.65 in D 17.33 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut tall Secretary Desk Bookcase
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern tall secretary desk bookcase with doors.
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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut tall Secretary Desk Bookcase
Mid-Century Modern Walnut tall Secretary Desk Bookcase

Mid-Century Modern Walnut tall Secretary Desk Bookcase

$3,200
H 72 in W 33 in D 21 in
18th Century Italian Walnut Writing Desk / Side Table With Inlay
Located in Viterbo, VT
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Walnut, Elm

18th Century Italian Walnut Writing Desk / Side Table With Inlay
18th Century Italian Walnut Writing Desk / Side Table With Inlay

18th Century Italian Walnut Writing Desk / Side Table With Inlay

$4,206
H 31.5 in W 43.71 in D 20.48 in
19th Century American Walnut "Wells Fargo" Desk by Wooton Desk. Co
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality and impressive standard grade American walnut Wootton Desk Co. "Wells Fargo" desk, of substantial form, with three quarter galle...
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Walnut

19th Century American Walnut "Wells Fargo" Desk by Wooton Desk. Co
19th Century American Walnut "Wells Fargo" Desk by Wooton Desk. Co

19th Century American Walnut "Wells Fargo" Desk by Wooton Desk. Co

$24,780
H 69.69 in W 68.9 in D 32.68 in
Vintage Functionalist Desk by Alvar Aalto, Artek, Finland, 1930s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Desk by Alvar Aalto made from birch with original green top. Lovely, clean lines. Neat size, small drawer to the left.
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1930s Finnish Vintage American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

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Vintage Functionalist Desk by Alvar Aalto, Artek, Finland, 1930s
Vintage Functionalist Desk by Alvar Aalto, Artek, Finland, 1930s

Vintage Functionalist Desk by Alvar Aalto, Artek, Finland, 1930s

$7,168
H 20.67 in W 39.38 in D 24.81 in
Louis XV-Style Writing Desk with Leather Top and Bronze Mounts, 1950
Located in Barntrup, DE
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Louis XV-Style Writing Desk with Leather Top and Bronze Mounts, 1950
Louis XV-Style Writing Desk with Leather Top and Bronze Mounts, 1950

Louis XV-Style Writing Desk with Leather Top and Bronze Mounts, 1950

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H 29.93 in W 41.74 in D 23.23 in
French Walnut Secretary Slant Front Desk Writing Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant desk, writing table, with slant drop front, with the beautiful carved decors in Classic figures all around the piece and saber legs. When opened we find the writing area...
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Mid-20th Century French American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

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French Walnut Secretary Slant Front Desk Writing Table

French Walnut Secretary Slant Front Desk Writing Table

$2,097
H 36.23 in W 27.56 in D 15.36 in
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Vintage Mid Century Traditional Baker Furniture Ming Style Mixed Fruitwood Desk
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage Baker Furniture Ming style office desk. This gorgeous mid century desk features a lovely traditional design. It has a sleek and slender shape with four skinny, sculpted leg...
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Fruitwood

Vintage Mid Century Traditional Baker Furniture Ming Style Mixed Fruitwood Desk
Vintage Mid Century Traditional Baker Furniture Ming Style Mixed Fruitwood Desk

Vintage Mid Century Traditional Baker Furniture Ming Style Mixed Fruitwood Desk

H 29.25 in W 52 in D 24 in
Vintage Mission Oak Writing Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Crafted with honesty and purpose, this Mission/American Arts & Crafts–style oak library desk brings enduring quality and timeless charm to your home office or study. Please confirm ...
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Late 19th Century Antique American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Vintage Mission Oak Writing Desk
Vintage Mission Oak Writing Desk

Vintage Mission Oak Writing Desk

H 30.25 in W 44.25 in D 26 in
Galvanized Metal and Wood Writing Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unique writing desk is a rare find. The galvanized metal surface adds an industrial edge to a rustic American style. The unique surface provides a durable and practical workspac...
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19th Century Antique American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Galvanized Metal and Wood Writing Desk
Galvanized Metal and Wood Writing Desk

Galvanized Metal and Wood Writing Desk

H 29 in W 28.5 in D 48 in
Contemporary Harden Furniture Executive Solid Wood Office Desk
Located in Naperville, IL
New/Brand-new, unused item, not previously owned. Shows absolutely no signs of wear. Dimensions H 35.82 in. x W 86.61 in. x D 39.37 in. H. 91 cm x W 220 cm x D 100 cm Date ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moldovan American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Contemporary Harden Furniture Executive Solid Wood Office Desk
Contemporary Harden Furniture Executive Solid Wood Office Desk

Contemporary Harden Furniture Executive Solid Wood Office Desk

H 35.8 in W 86.6 in D 39.4 in
Traditional Hand Carved Solid Wood Executive Desk
Located in Naperville, IL
Hand-carved executive desk. New – Brand-new, unused item, not previously owned. Shows absolutely no signs of wear. Dimensions H 31.89 in. x W 87.40 in. x D 37 in. H. 81 cm x W...
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Wood

Traditional Hand Carved Solid Wood Executive Desk
Traditional Hand Carved Solid Wood Executive Desk

Traditional Hand Carved Solid Wood Executive Desk

H 31.9 in W 87.4 in D 37 in
Three Tiered Mahogany Leather Embossed Lectern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
American mahogany three tiered standing lectern The embossed leather top writing surface opens for storage. There is also plenty of space on the shelv...
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1920s American Vintage American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Mahogany

Three Tiered Mahogany Leather Embossed Lectern
Three Tiered Mahogany Leather Embossed Lectern

Three Tiered Mahogany Leather Embossed Lectern

H 52.5 in W 22.5 in D 18.5 in
Designer Ralph Lauren One Fifth Paris Bureau Plat Writing Table Desk
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are is delighted to offer for sale this stunning Ralph Lauren RRP £11,000 one fifth Paris Bureau plat Writing table with leather top I have around 4...
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20th Century American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood

Designer Ralph Lauren One Fifth Paris Bureau Plat Writing Table Desk
Designer Ralph Lauren One Fifth Paris Bureau Plat Writing Table Desk

Designer Ralph Lauren One Fifth Paris Bureau Plat Writing Table Desk

H 30.32 in W 62.8 in D 32.68 in
Vintage American Mahogany Escritoire Writing Desk
Located in Plainview, NY
A beautiful and timeless 1970's American escritoire desk. The writing desk is made of solid mahogany and is sturdy. The desk shows fine carving details and offers 5 regular drawers a...
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Late 20th Century American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Vintage American Mahogany Escritoire Writing Desk
Vintage American Mahogany Escritoire Writing Desk

Vintage American Mahogany Escritoire Writing Desk

H 42.5 in W 39.25 in D 22.5 in
Antique Quartersawn American Oak Roll Top Tambour Secretary Bankers Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th century antique quartersawn oak C curve roll top desk. Features rectangular form with large lockable tambour door, six drawers, multiple letter / index / files / and cubbi...
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Early 20th Century American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Antique Quartersawn American Oak Roll Top Tambour Secretary Bankers Desk
Antique Quartersawn American Oak Roll Top Tambour Secretary Bankers Desk

Antique Quartersawn American Oak Roll Top Tambour Secretary Bankers Desk

H 43.5 in W 50 in D 32 in
Antique 19th Century Early American Oak Secretary Desk
Located in Plainview, NY
An early American 19th Century solid wood construction secretary desk made of oak. The secretary desk features a slant drop writing top , opening to reveal multiple open slots and on...
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19th Century American Antique American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Antique 19th Century Early American Oak Secretary Desk
Antique 19th Century Early American Oak Secretary Desk

Antique 19th Century Early American Oak Secretary Desk

H 65 in W 30 in D 17 in
Early American Raise Top School Desk
Located in Sheffield, MA
An American raise top school desk with great aged wear. Make a wonderful stand for an entry hallway, kitchen or mud room stand to hold miscellaneous keys an...
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Early 20th Century North American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Early American Raise Top School Desk
Early American Raise Top School Desk

Early American Raise Top School Desk

H 30 in W 20.25 in D 19.75 in
Antique Classical American Philadelphia Desk in Mahogany with Double Pedestal
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A very handsome and functional classical American bureau desk in dark Cuban mahogany, likely from Philadelphia. Offers three drawers along the apron, o...
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Late 19th Century American Antique American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Antique Classical American Philadelphia Desk in Mahogany with Double Pedestal
Antique Classical American Philadelphia Desk in Mahogany with Double Pedestal

Antique Classical American Philadelphia Desk in Mahogany with Double Pedestal

H 30 in W 72 in D 29.5 in

American Classical desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique American Classical desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, 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 and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, oak and other materials. If you’re shopping for used American Classical desks and writing tables made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe 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 Asa Pingree, and Larkin 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 $1,050 and tops out at $14,000 while the average work can sell for $6,200.

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