Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
SPANISH COLONIAL STYLE
After the conquest of Mexico in 1521 and the Philippines in 1565, Spain dictated a global culture. The colonization of territories in the Americas, Western Europe, Africa, Oceania and the Pacific imposed the values of Spain, including Catholicism, while the extraction of resources reinforced the empire’s wealth and power. Unlike many styles that came out of European colonialism, such as British Colonial, Spanish Colonial furniture and architecture frequently mixed local heritage with the artistic traditions of Spain.
Spanish Colonial furniture was informed by the shifting styles of Europe as well as Indigenous culture. There were Inca tapestries depicting Spanish coats of arms and Baroque chairs adorned with tropical flora. The butaca, a low easy chair popular in the Caribbean, was inspired by Rococo’s curving forms and the shape of precolonial seating. In New Mexico, Pueblo artisans carved chests with patterns reminiscent of Anasazi art.
Even within the homes of the wealthy, furniture was usually restricted to necessities like benches, desks, cupboards and chests. These were often ornately designed and especially important for storing prized goods like textiles. Spanish Colonial houses were built with adobe and clay and tended to be minimally decorated, so the style’s heavily carved wooden furniture pieces stood out against a home’s white stucco walls.
The Spanish Colonial period mostly came to an end after the territories achieved independence from Spain. However, its aesthetics continued to influence Southwestern style and Spanish Colonial Revival style after Spanish Colonial style was used extensively at San Diego’s 1915 Panama-California Exposition.
Find a collection of antique Spanish Colonial chairs, tables, bedroom furniture and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Spanish Colonial
Vintage Oak Desk with Seven Drawers, 1940s
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning vintage oak desk, designed in France, circa 1940s. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this desk features thoughtful design and wood...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Spanish Colonial Narrow Console Table with Two Drawers with Iron Hardware
By Valenti
Located in Miami, FL
Spanish colonial narrow console table with two carved drawers
This piece has a two-pedestal legs with an awesome carved.
We have a matching piece you can see in the last picture...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
$2,137 Sale Price
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Antique Spanish Colonial Style Carved Writing Table with Drawer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A richly detailed Spanish Colonial style writing table, showcasing masterful hand-carved craftsmanship and a timeworn painted patina. The rectangular top features a beveled edge and ...
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19th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood, Paint
Brazilian desk
Located in Paris, FR
Brazilian work,
Solid mahogany desk with a rectangular top, partially gouged, and resting on four quadrangular uprights.
It opens on the front with two drawers with carved handles.
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
$8,976
Spanish Colonial Writing Table/Console, circa 18th-19th Century
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a superb example of a late 19th century Spanish Colonial, most probably Mexican, three-drawer writing desk. The mesquite (perhaps sabino) wood structure is solid, with no app...
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19th Century Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Spanish Colonial Carved Walnut 1 Drawer Writing Library Table Desk Console MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Spanish Colonial Carved Walnut 1 Drawer Writing Library Table Desk Console MINT!
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20th Century Italian Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Dos Gallos Custom Writing Desk with Spiral Legs, Drawers and Iron Supports
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our Custom Salamanca two-drawer oak writing desk with iron supports. Hand-carved details throughout. Iron pulls. Beautiful patina. Can be made in any size, and finish. Can also be ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
French 19th Century Writing Table on Wheels Carved Walnut Desk
Located in Miami, FL
Writing table or desk made of walnut in the french late 19th century. This table was stripped by our cabinet maker and the wood is raw to enhance its patina.
Good antique condition.
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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
Pair of Early 20th Spanish Mobila Country Farm Desk with Two Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
A charming early 20th century Spanish pine farm table with four legs and back side trestle and a wonderfully well-worn finish from a century of use.
Height from to the drawers : 23...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Custom Hand-Carved Walnut Writing Desk with Pencil Drawer by Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small scale, petite writing desk with barley twist legs, carved edge and apron detail as well as hand forged iron stretchers. As shown, in Walnut with a medium distress. Can be made ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Early 20th Spanish Mobila Country Farm Desk with Two Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
A charming early 20th century Spanish pine farm table with four legs and back side trestle and a wonderfully well-worn finish from a century of use.
Height from to the drawers : 23...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Spanish Colonial Desk or Console Table with Two Drawers Signed by Valentí
By Valenti
Located in Miami, FL
Spanish colonial desk or console table with two drawers signed by Valentí
This piece has a two-pedestal legs with an awesome carved. The top has a red leather.
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Walnut
$5,496 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th Spanisht Walnut Country Farm Desk with Two Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
A charming early 20th century Spanish pine farm table with four legs and back side trestle and a wonderfully well-worn finish from a century of use.
Height from to the drawers : 59...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Early 20th Spanish Mobila Country Farm Desk Table or Butcher Block
Located in Miami, FL
A charming early 20th century Spanish pine farm table with six legs and a wonderfully well-worn finish from a century of use. Table works well for ...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
$4,392 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th Spanish Mobila Country Farm Desk with, Side Table or Butcher Block
Located in Miami, FL
A charming early 20th century Spanish pine farm table with four tapered legs and a wonderfully well-worn finish from a century of use. Table works well for dining, but can also be us...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
$3,720 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Early 20th Spanish Light Walnut Country Farm Desk with Two Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
A charming early 20th century Spanish pine farm table with four legs and back side trestle and a wonderfully well-worn finish from a century of use.
Height from to the drawers : 23...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
1970s Spanish Wood Brutalist Style Console Table Desk
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This exuberant console table or desk originates from Spain and shows the highly decorative characteristics of the 17th century Spanish baroque style. As is typical for baroque furnit...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Antique Spanish Walnut Burl and Rosewood Claw Foot Drop Front Secretary Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Spanish Walnut Burl and Rosewood Claw Foot Drop Front Secretary Desk
This beautiful secretary’s desk from Spain is handcrafted from Walnut Burl and Rosewood. It has a dro...
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Early 1900s Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Half Round Horse Shoe Shape Drop Leaf Ends Serving Writing Library Gallery Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Half Round Horse Shoe Shape Drop Leaf Ends Serving Writing Library Gallery Table.
Hand Forged Iron Base.
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20th Century American Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Spanish Colonial Revival Writing Table Desk Library Table
Located in Southampton, NJ
Outstanding Spanish Colonial style solid pine desk with three dovetailed drawers & forged iron base; Walter E. Smith collection. A substantial Desk, work, library table in rarely us...
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2010s American Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
Pair of Early 20th Spanish Mobila Country Farm Desk with Two Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
A charming early 20th century Spanish pine farm table with four legs and back side trestle and a wonderfully well-worn finish from a century of use.
Height from to the drawers : ...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Early 20th Spanish Mobila Country Farm Desk with, Side Table or Butcher Block
Located in Miami, FL
A charming early 20th century Spanish pine farm table with four tapered legs and a wonderfully well-worn finish from a century of use. Table works well for dining, but can also be us...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
$3,384 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th Spanish Mobila Country Farm Desk with, Side Table or Butcher Block
Located in Miami, FL
A charming early 20th century Spanish pine farm table with four tapered legs and a wonderfully well-worn finish from a century of use. Table works well for dining, but can also be us...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Custom Primitive Saint Anthony Table by Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom walnut dining table or desk with X-stretchers. Narrow profile. 1inch thick top. Can be made in walnut, oak or mahogany in a range of finishes. Shown here in a medium walnut wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Walnut Writing Table with Carved Family Crest, Spain
Located in Round Top, TX
Walnut writing table from Spain with decorative turned harp shaped legs and iron scrollwork stretcher.
Note the handsome central carved family crest and the words, "De Los Otal."
The...
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Mid-19th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
Two Drawers Spanish Colonial Heavy Solid Wood Planks Construction Chest Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Two Drawers Spanish Colonial Heavy Solid Wood Planks Construction Bachelor Chest Dresser Entry Console Commode.
Cabriole style leg heavy brass drop p...
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20th Century American Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
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Spanish Colonial desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Spanish Colonial 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 and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Spanish Colonial desks and writing tables made in a specific country, there are Europe, Spain, and North America 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 Dos Gallos Studio, Valenti, Alfonso Marina, and Kittinger Furniture Company . 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 $1,900 and tops out at $17,500 while the average work can sell for $4,310.
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