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Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE

Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.

ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN 

CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
  • Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
  • Open, airy spaces
  • Promotion of functionality
  • Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
  • Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
  • A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.

Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.

Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.

The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak

Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.

Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.

On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries. 

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Style: Scandinavian Modern
"Armand" Angular Burl Wood Desk in Walnut by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Armand Desk reflects the heritage of French Art Moderne in a form wrapped entirely in hand-matched exotic burl veneer. Continuous grain flows seamlessly across the top, legs, and...
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2010s Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Burl

"Brenne" Bean-shaped Walnut Burl Wood Desk by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Brenne Burl Desk reinterprets the iconic kidney-shaped form that first appeared in 16th-century France as a writing desk and evolved through 18th-century English cabinetmaking. W...
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2010s Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Burl

Kai Kristiansen Teak Desk Model FM60
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Kai Christiansen Teak Desk Model FM60 for Feldballes with front open bookcases. Beautiful Desk that would have a real presence in a room floating top with drawers on each side. Top ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Teak Mid Century Danish Modern Double Sided Desk or Console Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple modern Scandinavian design from Denmark circa 1970's. This desk features all teak wood construction that is double sided to be used in the middle of a room. Sleek minimalist...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Kugge 52 Flower Pot from Ringvide, Pine, Natural or Pigmented Oil, Scandinavian
Located in Visby, SE
Kugge flower pot We are all a cog in the machinery of life, let us strive to be a force that lifts and does not lower. The top of the pot resembles the shape of a gear wheel...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Pine

Weave Desk from Ringvide, Oak Wood, Natural Oil, Scandinavian
Located in Visby, SE
Weave Desk Birch desk, made of solid birchwood and birchveneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the desk serves as a great example of Scandinavian contemporary design. Designed by Lukas Dahlén...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Birch, Oak

Frits Henningsen 1940s Danish Mahogany Desk
Located in London, England
Frits Henningsen - Mahogany Writing Desk, 1940s Rarely seen design from master cabinetmaker of the early Danish Modern period: Frits Henningsen. Henningsen produced all of his desig...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany, Oak

Executive Desk with Floating Top in Teak Near Mint Condition, Denmark 1960s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very beautiful designed executive desks In the style of Gunni Omann's Model 75 and Kai Kristiansen's Model 60. Classic Made of solid and veneered teak. The desk features a desk top t...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Midcentury Desk by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful desk by Josef Frank, made from mahogany with a smooth look. Clean lines and subtly rounded forms, a timeless piece. There are some dents in the table top that have been pr...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Executive Desk or Writing Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful and simply designed teak desk from Scandinavia circa 1970's. It features teak construction with finished back. Clean & ready to use condition. No drawer keys present but ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Scandinavian Modern Gunni Omann Rosewood Desk
Located in Uccle, BE
Desk No.77 Notably, the front features a bookcase and bar, with production spanning from 1960 to 1987. Measurements for the kneehold: Height from floor is 67cm (26.4 inches), Width 6...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Borge Mogensen Desk Chair Oak Soborg Mobler Denmark 1954 Writing Table
Located in Basel, BS
Børge Mogensen desk, model 132 for Søborg Møbelfabrik. The writing desk was first published in the 1954 Søborg catalogue, the here offered model w...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Weave Desk from Ringvide, Birch Wood, natural oil, Scandinavian
Located in Visby, SE
Weave Desk Birch desk, made of solid birchwood and birchveneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the desk serves as a great example of Scandinavian cont...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Birch, Oak

"Brenne" Bean-shaped Blonde Burl Wood Desk by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The design continuum continues to evolve in this artistic luxury piece. The iconic kidney shape first appeared as a writing desk or dressing table during the Louis XV period of 16th ...
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2010s Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Burl

Large Rectangular Mid Century Danish Modern Parsons Dining Table in Exotic Woods
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large and beautifully grained exotic hardwoods dining from Denmark circa 1970's. Its features a large classic Parsons design form. It has one 20 inch extension leaf as shown. The m...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood, Birch, Oak

French Gray-Blue Rectangular Console Table in Solid Wood by Eric Gizard, Paris
Located in Landivy, FR
This grey blue rectangular console table / desk is designed by Eric Gizard in Paris. It is 100% made of solid ash wood from sustainably managed and PEFC certified French forests. ...
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2010s French Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Ash, Lacquer

"Armand" Angular Burl Wood Desk by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Armand Desk reflects the heritage of French Art Moderne in a form wrapped entirely in hand-matched exotic burl veneer. Continuous grain flows seamlessly across the top, legs, and...
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2010s Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Burl

Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Desk, Denmark 1950s
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Desk, Model 310 for Søborg Møbler Denmark 1950s
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Børge Mogensen Teak Partners Desk for AB Karl Andersson, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful Børge Mogensen teak "partner's" desk from the second half of the 20th century, a two part desk that can be used as console tables, label marked, partially worn, marks, stai...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Nanna Ditzel ND93 Vintage Danish Rosewood Desk 1950s
Located in London, England
This iconic writing desk was designed by Nanna Ditzel and produced by master cabinetmaker Søren Willadsen in Vejen, Denmark in 1955. It remains one of Ditzel's most sought after and ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Antique Swedish Grace Desk by Otto Wretling in Pine with Hand Carved Decor
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish Grace desk by Otto Wretling made in northern Sweden around 1915. The desk has a frame in pine with a hand carved decor which makes the surface animated and unique. Tw...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Pine

Hans Wegner, Wishbone Desk, Oak, Teak, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained oak and teak "Wishbone" desk designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 29.5” H x 67.8” W x 33” D
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak, Teak

Severin Hansen Mid-Century Rosewood Desk, Model 36
Located in Kastrup, DK
Iconic desk, model 36, designed by Severin Hansen and produced by Haslev Møbelfabrik in 1958. Crafted in veneered and solid Rosewood – an exclusive wood known for its deep color and ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Scandinavian Extendable Writing or Dining Table with Drawer, Early 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
Presenting a charming Scandinavian freestanding desk or dining table dating from the early 20th century. This versatile piece features a warm wooden tabletop combined with a contrast...
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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Freestanding Desk in Solid Oak, by a Danish Cabinetmaker, Mid-Century, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A refined mid-century freestanding desk in solid oak and with brass handles. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in 1950s. Nice lines for this perfect office desk. Overall a great impression...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Mid-Century Modern Executive Free Standing Desk in the Style of Bodil Kjær, 1960
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Executive Free Standing Desk in the Style of Bodil Kjær, Denmark, 1960s Striking and architectural, this exceptional mid-century executive desk was crafted in Den...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Stainless Steel

Scandinavian Teak Desk by Nanna Ditzel Søren Willardsen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Teak Desk by Nanna Ditzel Søren Willardsen, Denmark Teak desk with three drawers by Nanna Ditzel. The desk has a particularly beautiful grain. Designer Nanna Ditzel Manufacture...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Bernt Petersen Danish 1950s Mahogany Desk
Located in London, England
Bernt Petersen Mahogany Writing Desk, circa 1950s An exceptional 4-drawer desk from Danish designer Bernt Petersen and made by master cabinetmakers Rud Rasmussen. The legs, drawer f...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Sven Langkilde 1960s Danish Mahogany Desk
Located in London, England
Sven Langkilde - Rare Mahogany Desk This delightful and sophisticated desk was made in highly limited quantities by Danish designer Sven Langkilde and produced by his own company La...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Swedish Grace Elmroot Table, Circa 1940s
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish Grace, elm, elm root and ebonized table or desk by Erik Chambert, with a rectangular top raised on rectangular supports with leaf-tip carving and carved scrolled feet.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Elm

1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Walnut Wood Brass and Glass Writing Desk Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern desk writing table, with glass top and beautiful shape of the side and back, where we find the maker's details, Andrea Macchi fu Giosue in Gal...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Alvar Aalto Desk by Artek 1960s
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek writing table with drawers, birch with cream linoleum. The desk is from around the 1960s and in good used condition. Designer Alvar Aalto.
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Birch

Ole Wanscher for A. J. Iversen writing desk in teak, 1950 s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher for A. J. Iversen writing desk in teak. With handles and legs in brass. Made by A. J. Iversen in the 1950s
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Rosewood Desk
Located in London, England
An exquisite Danish cabinetmaker made desk in stunning rosewood dated to the early 1950s. This elegant desk exhibits the finest cabinetmaking techniques with subtle mouldings on the ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Svend Aage Madsen Teak Desk with Front Bookcase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Svend Aage Madsen for Sigurd Hansen teak desk with front bookcase. Desk has a slight graceful curve with a rolled edge to the back of the desk. Beautiful size and scale! Legs are exp...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Teak and Leather Desk by Finn Hansen, c. 1980
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An executive sized teak desk by Danish designer Finn Hansen. This piece features a high quality chocolate leather top and pull out trays for maximum tabletop surfaces. Both cabinets ...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Teak

Hans Wegner Danish Oak AT-305 Desk, 1953
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner - Model 305 desk, 1953 Oak desk from Danish icon Hans Wegner produced by master-cabinetmaker Ejner Pedersen for his company PP Mobler c1970s. The whole desk including le...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Santos Rosewood Desk by Jensen Valeur for Dyrlund
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This model of desk by Valeur Jensen rarely hang around for long and this one in particular has very nicely marked grain. It is in fantastic condition, and ready for your home ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood

1960s Hans Wegner Desk, steel legs and frame, oak top and drawers
Located in London, GB
Hans Wegner Desk with chromed steel legs and frame, oak top and drawer cabinets. Front with six drawers and two pull-out leaves. Made by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen, 1960–1970's. H....
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel, Chrome

1930s "Record" desk by Axel Einar Hjorth, NK, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Luxurious “Record” desk by Axel Einar Hjorth, with birch root top and sides and framed with contrasting zebrano. Asymmetric design with drawers on the right and elegantly curved left...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Birch, Zebra Wood

Severin Hansen Model 36 Walnut Desk 1958 - New Edition
Located in London, England
The iconic Model 36 desk from Danish designer Severin Hansen was designed in 1958 and exhibited at the annual Cabinetmaker’s Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen in...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Vintage Teak Writing Desk By Peter Hvidt for John Stuart
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A vintage writing desk crafted in teak with metal legs featuring a single bay with 4 pull out drawers and an additional pull-out writing surface with glass top. Designer: Peter Hvi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Erik Risager Hansen Oak Writing Desk, c1950s
Located in London, England
Erik Risager Hansen - Model 66 Writing Desk This exquisitely made desk from Severin Hansen Jnr. under his full name of Erik Risager-Hansen was produced by Haslev Mobelsnedkeri in th...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Arne Vodder writing desk model 207 in teak Sibast Denmark 1960
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
A rare and iconic executive desk from the celebrated “200 series” by Arne Vodder, one of Denmark’s most esteemed designers, produced by Sibast Furniture, Denmark, 1960. This Model 2...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Large Rosewood Desk and Sideboard by Bodil Kjaer for E. Pedersen Søn, 1959
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Large freestanding desk and sideboard by Bodil Kjaer, model 901, expertly crafted with fine rosewood veneer and a chrome-plated metal frame. Produced by E. Pedersen & Søn in Denmark,...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel, Chrome

Midcentury Modern Mahogany Desk by Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking desk by Ole Wanscher, made in mahogany with table top dressed in black leather. Very elegant lines and sophisticated details. Brass hoops for pulling out extensions on the s...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Mahogany

Desk in Teak, Oak and Brass by Hans Wegner, 1950 s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Desk in Teak, Oak and Brass by Hans Wegner, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Teak, oak and brass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare desk model AT-303 Produced by Andreas ...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Freestanding Desk in Teak by Severin Hansen, 1950 s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Freestanding Desk in Teak by Severin Hansen, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Teak Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Haslev møbelsnedkeri in Denmark Dimensions (W...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Extendable Dining Table in Teak by Niels Møller Fro J. L. Møller, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Dining table designed by Niels Møller. Produced in Denmark by J.L. Møller during the 1960s. Made from teak. "Dutch" inlays that is stored conveniently underneath the main table top. ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen Rare ‘Architect’s Desk’ in Teak and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, writing desk, model 'JH571', teak, oak, metal, Denmark, 1953 Out of all the desks that Wegner designed, the ‘JH571‘ is the most 'Wegnerian'. This...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

French wooden rectangular customizable console table
Located in Landivy, FR
This chocolate brown rectangular console table / desk is designed by Eric Gizard in Paris. It is 100% made of solid ash wood from sustainably managed and PEFC certified French forest...
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2010s French Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Ash, Lacquer

"Corall" Dining Table/Desk, Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant 1930s library / dining table or desk by Axel Einar Hjorth, from the “Corall” series. Clean, compact lines. Made from birch with darker wood inlays and details.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Birch

Severin Hansen Model 36 Oak Desk - New Edition
Located in London, England
The iconic Model 36 desk from Danish designer Severin Hansen was designed in 1958 and exhibited at the annual Cabinetmaker’s Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen in...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Severin Hansen 1950s Danish Rosewood Desk
Located in London, England
Severin Hansen - Model 36 Desk, 1958 An original example of the highly collectible and sought-after Model 36 desk produced by Haslev Mobelsnedkeri in Denmark and designed by Danish master Severin Hansen Jnr. in 1958. This iconic design features Hansen's trademark 3-way mitred joints and tapered legs with maple-lined drawers. The Model 36 was part of the wider No. 30 series of tables that Hansen designed as young man with guidance from his father Hans Severin...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Bon Coffee Table from Ringvide, Pine Wood, Glass Top, Scandinavian
Located in Visby, SE
Bon coffee table Since the dawn of man, the fireplace has played a central role in gatherings. Everything was based on some collected burning logs. Here people gathered to prepare ...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Glass, Smoked Glass, Pine

Bureau italien moderniste avec bibliothèque étagère string modulable teck métal
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Bureau avec bibliothèque étagère string intégrée vintage des années 60, design italien moderniste, en teck et métal noir, pieds en laiton réglables pour ajustement au sol, 4 étagère ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Ole Wanscher Freestanding Desk in Rosewood Made by A.J. Iversen, Copenhagen 1959
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and important desk designed by Ole Wanscher and manufactured at master cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen in 1959. Exhibited at the Danish Cabinetmakers Guild exhibition the same year. T...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Vintage Functionalist Desk by Alvar Aalto, Artek, Finland, 1930s
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 Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Birch

Hans J Wegner Solid Teak Architect s Desk Model 571
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This is a beautiful and pristine solid teak desk by Hans J. Wegner, made by Johannes Hansen in the mid-1950s. Stainless hardware, all teak. Condition is excellent. Professional, s...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Stainless Steel

H.P. Hansen Danish Modern Teak Desk
Located in Dronten, NL
Mid-Century Danish Modern teak desk with bookcase front. Three drawers on the left and two drawers on the right. This desk was acquired from the original owner who purchased it in th...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Scandinavian Modern desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern 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, case pieces and storage cabinets, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern desks and writing tables made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark 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 Éric Gizard, Børge Mogensen, Hans J. Wegner, and Arne Vodder. 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 $458 and tops out at $90,000 while the average work can sell for $4,800.