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Style: American Colonial
Early American Style Oak Single Drawer Sofa Table, Circa 1920s
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early American Style Oak Single Drawer Sofa Table or child desk. Knee clearance is 22". Measures 31.5" in width x 16.5" in depth x 28.5" in height .
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Early 20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

Early American Style Oak Single Drawer Sofa Table, Circa 1920s
Early American Style Oak Single Drawer Sofa Table, Circa 1920s

Early American Style Oak Single Drawer Sofa Table, Circa 1920s

$971 Sale Price
25% Off
Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful American Colonial or Chippendale style bureau with drop front secretary desk USA, Circa 1970s Gorgeous carved solid maple and birch, with original brass hardware. Meas...
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1970s American Vintage American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary Desk
Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary Desk

Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary Desk

$2,595
Antique American Colonial Solid Maple Roll Top Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous American Colonial, Georgian, or Chippendale style roll-top desk USA, Circa 1970s Carved solid maple, with original brass hardware. Desk and drawer locks, and keys are in...
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1970s American Vintage American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique American Colonial Solid Maple Roll Top Desk
Antique American Colonial Solid Maple Roll Top Desk

Antique American Colonial Solid Maple Roll Top Desk

$2,795
1800s New England Pine Writing Desk
Located in Germantown, MD
Small writing desk from the 1800s in New England. Original patina. Good steady condition. Functional drawers with original pine knob pulls. Measure 28" in Width x 18" in Depth and 33...
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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

1800s New England Pine Writing Desk
1800s New England Pine Writing Desk

1800s New England Pine Writing Desk

$1,387 Sale Price
25% Off
Stickley American Colonial Cherry Wood Writing Desk, 1960
By L. J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous American Colonial style writing desk or entry table By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, 1960 Solid cherry wood, with turned legs and original brass hardware. Measures: ...
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1960s American Vintage American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Stickley American Colonial Cherry Wood Writing Desk, 1960
Stickley American Colonial Cherry Wood Writing Desk, 1960

Stickley American Colonial Cherry Wood Writing Desk, 1960

$1,755
Antique Stickley Brothers American Colonial Maple Writing Desk, Newly Refinished
By Stickley Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique American Colonial style maple writing desk By Stickley Brothers USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 38"W x 21"D x 34.63"H. Professionally refinished....
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Early 20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple

Antique Stickley Brothers American Colonial Maple Writing Desk, Newly Refinished
Antique Stickley Brothers American Colonial Maple Writing Desk, Newly Refinished

Antique Stickley Brothers American Colonial Maple Writing Desk, Newly Refinished

$2,545
Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary With Bookcase Hutch
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful American Colonial or Chippendale style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top USA, Circa 1970s Gorgeous carved solid maple and birch, with origina...
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1970s American Vintage American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary With Bookcase Hutch
Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary With Bookcase Hutch

Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary With Bookcase Hutch

$2,495
Hand-Crafted Early American Style Solid Pine Slant Front Writing Desk
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautifully hand-crafted early American Style Solid Pine Writing Desk in good vintage condition. Measures 28" in width, 28" in depth and stands 32.25" tall. Knee clearance is is ...
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Late 20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Hand-Crafted Early American Style Solid Pine Slant Front Writing Desk
Hand-Crafted Early American Style Solid Pine Slant Front Writing Desk

Hand-Crafted Early American Style Solid Pine Slant Front Writing Desk

$2,175 Sale Price
25% Off
Antique Wooden Glass and Brass Top Wash Stand
By Al Black
Located in East Freetown, MA
Antique authentic wooden wash stand. Top has three sided ledge and glass insert with brass corners. Original wood has a fine patina.
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Early 20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Antique Wooden Glass and Brass Top Wash Stand
Antique Wooden Glass and Brass Top Wash Stand

Antique Wooden Glass and Brass Top Wash Stand

$399 Sale Price
50% Off
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1920s Baroque Style Writing Desk / Table in Solid Oak, By a Danish Cabinetmaker
Located in Odense, DK
A beautifully proportioned Danish writing desk / table from the 1920s, crafted entirely in solid oak with a warm, aged patina. The table features a finely shaped tabletop above a dra...
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Early 20th Century Danish American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

1920s Baroque Style Writing Desk / Table in Solid Oak, By a Danish Cabinetmaker
1920s Baroque Style Writing Desk / Table in Solid Oak, By a Danish Cabinetmaker

1920s Baroque Style Writing Desk / Table in Solid Oak, By a Danish Cabinetmaker

$3,480
H 30.71 in W 59.85 in D 29.14 in
Newly Refinished - Danish Modern Teak Steel Adjustable Table / Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desig...
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1960s Danish Vintage American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Newly Refinished - Danish Modern Teak Steel Adjustable Table / Desk
Newly Refinished - Danish Modern Teak Steel Adjustable Table / Desk

Newly Refinished - Danish Modern Teak Steel Adjustable Table / Desk

$1,895
H 27.5 in W 59 in D 27.5 in
Agnes Desk or Writing Table Made from Reclaimed Pine (custom)
By Petersen Antiques
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This custom desk or writing table is made from reclaimed pine with one large drawer that can be pulled out from either side. The table shown here is 17.5" x 42" but the price applies...
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2010s American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Reclaimed Wood

Agnes Desk or Writing Table Made from Reclaimed Pine (custom)
Agnes Desk or Writing Table Made from Reclaimed Pine (custom)

Agnes Desk or Writing Table Made from Reclaimed Pine (custom)

$9,000 / item
H 30 in W 42 in D 17.5 in
Lombardy Louis XVI Writing Desk, Antique Wood, Italy, c. 1800s
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A distinctive writing desk in the Louis XVI tradition from Lombardy, Italy, crafted in the 19th century from fine wood and showcasing neoclassical design elements. This piece blends ...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Lombardy Louis XVI Writing Desk, Antique Wood, Italy, c. 1800s
Lombardy Louis XVI Writing Desk, Antique Wood, Italy, c. 1800s

Lombardy Louis XVI Writing Desk, Antique Wood, Italy, c. 1800s

$4,977
H 30.5 in W 53.13 in D 27.25 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 Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Walnut Secretary Slant Front Desk Writing Table
French Walnut Secretary Slant Front Desk Writing Table

French Walnut Secretary Slant Front Desk Writing Table

$2,094
H 36.23 in W 27.56 in D 15.36 in
Cushman Colonial Creations Writing Desk
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Rare diminutive writing desk by the H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company circa 1930's. The desk features a sculptural overing hanging top, over one large pull out drawer with trapezoid...
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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Cushman Colonial Creations Writing Desk
Cushman Colonial Creations Writing Desk

Cushman Colonial Creations Writing Desk

$975
H 27.5 in W 32 in D 22 in
Art Deco Amsterdam School Oak Corner Desk, 1920s Dutch Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A remarkable example of Dutch design, this unique Art Deco 'Amsterdam School' corner desk is a piece of quiet authority, dating to the 1920s. The desk embodies the period's expressio...
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1920s Dutch Vintage American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Art Deco Amsterdam School Oak Corner Desk, 1920s Dutch Design
Art Deco Amsterdam School Oak Corner Desk, 1920s Dutch Design

Art Deco Amsterdam School Oak Corner Desk, 1920s Dutch Design

$2,450
H 31.25 in W 40.5 in D 36.25 in
Antique French Carved Oak Secretary Desk Bureau Drop Front Louis XV Style
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French carved oak secretary desk Bureau drop front Louis XV style. Direct from France, a lovely antique French carved “drop front” secretary/desk with quintessential French ...
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1920s French Vintage American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique French Carved Oak Secretary Desk Bureau Drop Front Louis XV Style
Antique French Carved Oak Secretary Desk Bureau Drop Front Louis XV Style

Antique French Carved Oak Secretary Desk Bureau Drop Front Louis XV Style

$2,250
H 38 in W 38 in D 19.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk, Netherlands, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sleek writing desk featuring a dual-panel tabletop with a crisp white finish and red trim. This piece offers a minimalist aesthetic perfect for any contemporary space. The sturdy met...
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1960s Dutch Vintage American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk, Netherlands, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk, Netherlands, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk, Netherlands, 1960s

$1,650
H 30.71 in W 48.04 in D 20.87 in
Queen Anne, Mahogany, Brass, Writing Desk, England, 1900s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Queen Anne, Mahogany, Brass, Writing Table or Desk, England, 1900s A Queen Anne style mahogany and brass writing desk designed and produced in late 19th/early 20th century England. ...
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Early 1900s English Antique American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Queen Anne, Mahogany, Brass, Writing Desk, England, 1900s
Queen Anne, Mahogany, Brass, Writing Desk, England, 1900s

Queen Anne, Mahogany, Brass, Writing Desk, England, 1900s

$1,400
H 30 in W 42 in D 19 in
Detail Nordic teak writing desk, 1960s
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Detail Nordic teak writing desk, 1960s.  Extraordinary Original 1960s Nordic design desk in right-sized teak wood. Its peculiarity is the positioning of the rear legs, which are not ...
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1960s European Vintage American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Detail Nordic teak writing desk, 1960s
Detail Nordic teak writing desk, 1960s

Detail Nordic teak writing desk, 1960s

$1,196
H 28.75 in W 43.31 in D 23.63 in
Antique Monumental French Regency Inlaid Brass Mounted Barrel Roll Top Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Monumental French Regency Inlaid Brass Mounted Barrel Roll Top Cylinder Barrel Desk This luxurious antique desk imported from Europe would be a br...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Antique Monumental French Regency Inlaid Brass Mounted Barrel Roll Top Desk
Antique Monumental French Regency Inlaid Brass Mounted Barrel Roll Top Desk

Antique Monumental French Regency Inlaid Brass Mounted Barrel Roll Top Desk

$5,999
H 35 in W 51 in D 36 in
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Antique 19th Century Dovetail Joints Secretary Drop Front Writing Desk
Located in Southampton, NJ
19th C. Antique American Pine slant top drop down desk with exposed dovetail joinery, generous single drawer, lovely turnings to the legs & stretcher & ball feet. Desk open dimension...
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Late 19th Century American Antique American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Antique 19th Century Dovetail Joints Secretary Drop Front Writing Desk
Antique 19th Century Dovetail Joints Secretary Drop Front Writing Desk

Antique 19th Century Dovetail Joints Secretary Drop Front Writing Desk

H 38.5 in W 40.5 in D 20 in
Antique 19th Century Early American Pine Country Farmhouse Writing Desk 44"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique primitive 19th century early American library writing desk. Made of pine featuring rectangular form with two drawers featuring hand dovetailing, hand cut nails, and turned p...
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19th Century Antique American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Pine

Antique 19th Century Early American Pine Country Farmhouse Writing Desk 44"
Antique 19th Century Early American Pine Country Farmhouse Writing Desk 44"

Antique 19th Century Early American Pine Country Farmhouse Writing Desk 44"

H 31.5 in W 27.5 in D 43.5 in
Genuine Mahogany Writing Desk with 8 Drawers
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Genuine mahogany writing desk, made approximately in 1930-1940s. It's 44" wide, 22" deep and 30" high. The desk has 8 drawers, including a file drawer and original hardware. The desk...
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Mid-20th Century American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Genuine Mahogany Writing Desk with 8 Drawers
Genuine Mahogany Writing Desk with 8 Drawers

Genuine Mahogany Writing Desk with 8 Drawers

H 30 in W 44 in D 22 in
1950s William Fetner Early American Style Solid Pine Writing Desk
Located in Germantown, MD
A William Fetner Early American Style Solid Pine Writing Desk with one large drawer. Features 3 compartments near the back, two have lids. Table in ver...
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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Pine

1950s William Fetner Early American Style Solid Pine Writing Desk
1950s William Fetner Early American Style Solid Pine Writing Desk

1950s William Fetner Early American Style Solid Pine Writing Desk

H 33 in W 38 in D 19.5 in
Early American Style Oak Kneehole Library Office Writing Desk Dressing Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Early American style kneehole desk or vanity, circa 1960s. Made of oak featuring turned and ribbed accents with scrolled backsplash and six drawer...
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1960s Vintage American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Early American Style Oak Kneehole Library Office Writing Desk Dressing Table
Early American Style Oak Kneehole Library Office Writing Desk Dressing Table

Early American Style Oak Kneehole Library Office Writing Desk Dressing Table

H 33 in W 46 in D 19 in
Chippendale Style Solid Mahogany Colonial Williamsburg Kittinger Writing Table
By Kittinger Furniture Company
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is one of the more distinguished collections by Kittinger and is solid mahogany and designed in the Chippendale style. The desk measures 42 wide x 30 tall x 21 deep.
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1950s American Vintage American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Chippendale Style Solid Mahogany Colonial Williamsburg Kittinger Writing Table
Chippendale Style Solid Mahogany Colonial Williamsburg Kittinger Writing Table

Chippendale Style Solid Mahogany Colonial Williamsburg Kittinger Writing Table

H 30 in W 42 in D 21 in
Antique 19th Century Early American Primitive Walnut Side End Accent Table Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Early American19th century side table or work desk. Made of walnut featuring rectangular form with one drawer, turned legs and primitive hand cut nails, plaining and dovetail...
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19th Century Antique American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Antique 19th Century Early American Primitive Walnut Side End Accent Table Desk
Antique 19th Century Early American Primitive Walnut Side End Accent Table Desk

Antique 19th Century Early American Primitive Walnut Side End Accent Table Desk

H 28.5 in W 26 in D 21 in
Nice Americana Style Colonial Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Measures 30 wide x 39 tall x 17 deep.
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1980s American Vintage American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Pine

Nice Americana Style Colonial Desk
Nice Americana Style Colonial Desk

Nice Americana Style Colonial Desk

H 38 in W 30 in D 18 in
Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Writing Desk Secretary Cabinet Cupboard
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful plantation or secretary desk featuring primitive styling with upper cabinet or bookcase and lower flip top desk over turned legs. Made from poplar and walnut; first half ...
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Early 19th Century Antique American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Poplar, Walnut

Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Writing Desk Secretary Cabinet Cupboard
Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Writing Desk Secretary Cabinet Cupboard

Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Writing Desk Secretary Cabinet Cupboard

H 70 in W 45 in D 28.5 in
Vintage Curtis Products American Colonial Maple Windsor Writing Desk Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Curtis Products American Colonial Maple Wood Windsor writing desk arm chair. Item features hidden swivel drawer, spindle back, writing desk surf...
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Mid-20th Century North American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Maple

Vintage Curtis Products American Colonial Maple Windsor Writing Desk Arm Chair
Vintage Curtis Products American Colonial Maple Windsor Writing Desk Arm Chair

Vintage Curtis Products American Colonial Maple Windsor Writing Desk Arm Chair

H 40.5 in W 33.5 in D 28 in
Primitive Antique Early American Cherry Slant Top Writing School Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
A charming 19th century slant top writing desk. Made from cherry with turned legs leading to peg feet. Features a backsplash with turned finials...
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19th Century Antique American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Cherry

Primitive Antique Early American Cherry Slant Top Writing School Desk
Primitive Antique Early American Cherry Slant Top Writing School Desk

Primitive Antique Early American Cherry Slant Top Writing School Desk

H 32 in W 27 in D 37 in
Vintage Bassett Furniture Maple Wood Colonial Style Fall Front Secretary Desk
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Bassett furniture maple wood colonial style fall front secretary desk. Item features a fitted interior, beautiful wood grain, origina...
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Mid-20th Century North American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

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Maple

Vintage Bassett Furniture Maple Wood Colonial Style Fall Front Secretary Desk
Vintage Bassett Furniture Maple Wood Colonial Style Fall Front Secretary Desk

Vintage Bassett Furniture Maple Wood Colonial Style Fall Front Secretary Desk

H 42 in W 36.5 in D 20 in

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

Find a broad range of unique American Colonial desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 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, pine and other materials. If you’re shopping for used American Colonial desks and writing tables made in a specific country, there are North America, and United States 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 L. J.G. Stickley Inc., National Furniture Company, and Stickley Brothers. 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 $765 and tops out at $2,545 while the average work can sell for $1,500.

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