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Style: Victorian
Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th C 139x107cm
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique Victorian flame mahogany pedestal partners desk, circa 1850 in date.
The rectangular top is inset with a stunning gold tooled green leather writing sur...
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1850s English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut
Inlaid Davenport Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous antique Davenport desk which is crafted from beautiful burr walnut, circa 1870 in date.
The desk has a rear stationery compartment which encloses a divided interi...
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1870s Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Large 19th century carved oak library table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century carved oak library table of large proportions circa 1890.
We are pleased to offer this statement piece of furniture which would make the ultimate large desk. Black rexi...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Vintage Flame Mahogany
Crossbanded Pedestal Desk 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite Victorian Revival crossbanded flame mahogany desk dating from the late 20th Century.
This desk has been beautifully made from ...
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1980s Vintage Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fine and very rare antique Victorian burr walnut twin pedestal partners desk, Circa 1860 in date.
It is made from fabulous burr walnut, the rectangular top with a fabulous inset gold tooled green leather writing surface.
One side has an arrangement of three drawers in the frieze over a pair of pedestals each with three graduated drawers, the other side has a central frieze drawer with a cupboard in each pedestal, each opens to a central shelf.
The desk is fitted with the original turned walnut handles and it stands on a plinth base raised on brass castors.
The desk has its original locks and keys and the locks are stamped H&C, By Royal Letters Patent.
Instil the elegance of a bygone era to a special place in your home with this fabulous decorative antique desk...
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1860s English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Antique 6ft Victorian Partners Writing Library Table Desk 19th C 183x105cm
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous Victorian antique partners library table is crafted from beautiful flame mahogany and dates from Circa 1860.
It features a striking inset green leather writing surface...
Category
1860s English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Mahogany Partners
Desk
Located in Greenwich, CT
A 19th century English partners' desk in nicely figured mahogany with a plinth top and molded edges having an inset leather writing surface with a gilt tooled border over two drawers...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
$9,500
English Antique Adjustable Architect’s Writing Drafting Desk Table circa 1870
Located in Shippensburg, PA
ADJUSTABLE ARCHITECT’S STAND WITH GILT-TOOLED LEATHER TOP, CONVERTING TO A WRITING TABLE
English, circa 1870
Oak, elm, pine and gilt-tooled leather
34 1/4" H (flattened) x 20" D x ...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Elm, Oak, Pine
Very Rare Convertible Desk, Partnerdesk, Dressing Table, Early 19th Century
Located in Greven, DE
Make-up table and desk as transformable furniture
England
Mahogany
early 19th century
Dimensions: H x W x D: 80 x 120 x 75 cm
Description:
Extremely rare and refined multifunction...
Category
Early 19th Century British Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Desk
Located in Astoria, NY
Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Desk, late 19th century, with green leather top have three drawers above two pedestals supports, each with four drawers. 30.5" H x 48" W x 23.5" D. Proven...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Small English Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Writing Table / Desk c.1900
Located in Leicester, GB
A beautiful small English Victorian mahogany writing table. An elegant fitted desk from the earlier part of 1900's. The desk comprises of two drawers, in an asymmetric format with th...
Category
Early 1900s British Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
$867 Sale Price
25% Off
French Victorian Ladies Desk With Kingwood Marquetry Inlay, 1950s
Located in BÉTERA, ES
An attractive antique Victorian French lady's writing desk or dressing table with fine marquetry in kingwood, featuring a fine marquetry top with a small pull-out writing tray. It al...
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1940s French Vintage Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Antique T. Wallis And Co. London Mahogany Roll Top Desk for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A handsome and very well made Roll Top desk with dove-tail drawer construction, traditional British form and handsome contrasting woods. Brass plaque in a top drawer. The top cabinet...
Category
19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Architects Desk Edwards
Roberts 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a superb antique Victorian mahogany satinwood and Goncalo Alves marquetry inlaid and satin wood crossbanded Architects desk by the renowned Victorian retailer and cabinet mak...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Mahogany, Satinwood
Antique Jewelers/Watchmakers Desk
By Rolex
Located in East Freetown, MA
Antique two tone watchmakers/jewelers desk with fifteen drawers, two shelves and canvas surfaced slide out work top. This desk also has a foot rest. The ...
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
$959 Sale Price
56% Off
19th Century English Painted Writing Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 19th century English painted five drawer kneehole desk/ writing table. 1890.
Kneehole measurements: 18-inches x 25-inches H
Code: 9145
Dimensions:
W: 53.5" (135.9 cm)
H: 32"...
Category
19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Vintage Hooker Furniture Solid Wood Archivist Desk
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Victorian style Hooker Furniture archivist desk. Made out of solid wood that looks like mahogany.
The top has three inserts in burgundy leather with brass trim. The desk has 5 drawer...
Category
20th Century Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Fine Quality Antique Victorian Freestanding Maple
Co. Inlaid Writing Desk
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine quality Victorian freestanding Maple & Co. inlaid writing desk having original pierced brass galleries, mirror to the centre with a pretty inlaid rail above flanked by two faux ...
Category
19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Satinwood
Victorian Davenport Desk Lift Top Pop Up Mechanism Concealed File Compartment
Located in Rockaway, NJ
English Victorian Davenport Desk Lift Top Pop Up Mechanism Concealed File Compartment.
Beautiful burl wood cabinet.
Category
19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Maple, Oak, Burl
Antique English Leather Top Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome 19th century English desk handcrafted in mahogany with the original tooled leather top on a double pedestal form with eight drawers in the front, brass hardware, and block f...
Category
19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk - C. 1870
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Presenting an exquisite Victorian Burr and Figured Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk dating back to approximately 1870. This charming piece exudes age and character, making it a ra...
Category
19th Century British Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
$1,900 Sale Price
30% Off
19th Century Victorian Davenport Desk Burl Inlaid over Four-Side Drawers
Located in Plainview, NY
Victorian Davenport desk burl inlaid over four-side drawers. The desk features dummy drawers to one side and real working drawers to the other.
The leather top is in good condition ...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Leather
$1,650 Sale Price
25% Off
English Victorian Gothic Revival Carved Oak Table
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian Gothic Revival (late 19th Century) carved oak rectangular table resting on two wide carved legs connected at center under the tabletop by two arching carved open su...
Category
19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Oak
19th Century walnut pedestal desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th Century walnut pedestal desk, having a green leather writing surface with blind and gilt tooling, a decorative pierced copper gallery running along the back and sides of the mou...
Category
1890s British Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
$2,122 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Kidney Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a delightful antique Victorian flame mahogany kidney shaped kneehole desk, Circa 1880 in date.
The free standing desk features satinwood and box woodline inlay and banding. ...
Category
1880s English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Located in London, GB
A smart and very useful antique Victorian leather top pedestal desk. This was made in England, it dates from the 1860-1880 period.
The quality is fantastic, this is very well made a...
Category
1860s British Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood
Rare 19th Century English
Eclipse
Patented Telescopic Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING an EXCEPTIONALLY RARE 19C English Eclipse Patented Telescopic Desk.
Made of oak in the Rococo Style in Great Britain, circa 1880.
Fully marked as “The Eclipse“, Brand’s ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
R. J. Horner Style Antique Victorian Carved Oak Slant Front Secretary Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Victorian or Arts & Crafts slant front writing desk
In the manner of R.J. Horner & Co.
USA, Circa 1890s
Carved quarter sawn oak, with original brass hardware. D...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
1961 Hand Painted Custom Victorian Foldable Bed Tray Lap Tray
Located in Germantown, MD
This is an amazing vintage wood lap tray - perfect for breakfast in bed. It could also be used as a writing or reading table.
This table tray is very versa...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Dickens Pedestal Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a truly superb antique Victorian Period burr walnut Dickens pedestal desk, circa 1880 in date.
The sunken central superstructure is flanked on either side by columns of five...
Category
1880s English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
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...
Category
19th Century American Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Victorian Secretary Desk Circa. 1800
s
Located in Fulton, CA
American Victorian secretary desk made of solid walnut. Circa. 1875. Drop-front desk with birdseye maple detail. Carved walnut pulls with "rac...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
Antique Gents Correspondence Desk, English, Writing Table, Victorian, Circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a fine antique gentleman's correspondence desk. An English, rosewood writing table with decorative boxwood inlay, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Rich in det...
Category
Early 20th Century British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Boxwood, Rosewood
R. J. Horner Style Antique Victorian Tiger Oak Ladies Writing Desk, Circa 1890
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Victorian ladies writing desk
In the manner of R.J. Horner & Co.
USA, Circa 1890s
Gorgeous carved tiger oak, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 33.5"W...
Category
1890s American Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Copper
Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Bonheur De Jour Writing Desk
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality antique Victorian burr walnut Bonheur de Jour writing desk having a beautifully designed and shaped top glazed cabinet to the centre which opens to reveal a fitte...
Category
19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Fine Early Victorian Burl Walnut Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in Essex, MA
A rare and hard to find desk of the finest quality. Most likely made by the firm of Gillow of Lancaster and London. With a kidney shaped top with a new tooled green leather top an ex...
Category
1850s English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Early Victorian Burl Walnut 2 Pedestal Desk
Located in Huntington, NY
Early Victorian Burl Walnut 2 Pedestal Desk
With Cigar box mahogany drawers & brass hardware
With 3 keys. Also comes with later glass top
Category
1840s English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
$21,225 Sale Price
25% Off
English Carved Desk
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good 19th century English bleached and limed carved pine desk. 1860.
Code: 9008
Dimensions:
W: 59.5" (151.1 cm)
H: 29" (73.7 cm)
D: 27" (68.6 cm)
Category
19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
$4,531
Elegant Mahogany Vanity Table in Light Brown From the Late 19th Century
Located in Opole, PL
Elegant Mahogany Vanity Table in Light Brown From the Late 19th Century
This majestic mahogany dressing table effortlessly marries function and ...
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Mirror, Wood
$2,662 Sale Price
20% Off
Quality Antique Victorian Rosewood Freestanding Davenport
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality antique Victorian rosewood freestanding davenport having the original brass gallery to the top with lift up serpentine shaped lid and crossbanded...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Other
Mahogany Twin Pedestal Partner
s Desk of Antique Quality from the 1920s
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique mahogany twin-pedestal partner's desk of exceptional quality.
The desk boasts fantastic proportions, a rich color, and a well-developed patina. Remarkably, there is no evide...
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
$1,233 Sale Price
30% Off
19th Century English Writing Reading Table
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
Mid 19th Century writing table in flame cut walnut with leather writing pad top
revealing a built in adjustable slope.
Circa 1860 this represents one of the finest examples of cabine...
Category
Mid-19th Century British Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Important Fully Restored Antique Victorian Bookcase Back Leather Top Kidney Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this Important, fully restored, bookcase back kidney desk attributed to Gillow’s of Lancaster.
This is one of the finest desks I have ever owned, the design was originally made by Gillows of Lancaster, you can see the same desk selling for £100,000-£120,000 with other dealers.
The piece has been on a journey restoration wise, the top was removed and sent to a desk leather specialist in Brighton, they fitted the finest quality, extra large single piece of cattle hide leather, it was then gold leaf embossed with an oversized geometric boarder and secondarily embossed with a rope twist boarder, the top and base were then taken to London where my third generation trained...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
$21,771 Sale Price
20% Off
Restored Shabby Chic Wicker
Rattan Secretary Desk with Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
White shabby chic wicker and rattan secretary desk with matching chair. This late Victorian desk features a mahogany top with rattan legs and wicker sides, a center drawer, and built...
Category
1950s American Vintage Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
$1,512 Sale Price / set
44% Off
19th Century Carved Oak Pedestal Desk
Located in High Point, NC
19th century English pedestal desk made from oak. The top is covered in the original brown leather, which has aged beautifully, and is banded by an oak border, which has a gorgeous b...
Category
19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Oak
Antique Victorian Leather Top Pedestal Desk
Located in London, GB
A smart and very useful antique Victorian leather top pedestal desk. This was made in England, it dates from the 1860-1880 period.
The quality is fantastic, this is very well made a...
Category
1860s British Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood
Antique Correspondence Desk, Scottish Oak Writing Table, Gothic Taste, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique correspondence desk. A Scottish, oak writing table in Gothic revival taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Displaying exceptional craftsmanship and rich detail, this fine desk is a superb example of 19th century Gothic styling.
Exquisite Gothic Revival aesthetic, with profuse carved detail and architectural presence
Select oak stocks present fine grain interest and rich caramel hues throughout
Superb decorative detail, including rope twist borders, pierced fretwork and barley twist legs
Upper gallery with twin drawers, ideal for documents, stationery and accessories
Pull-out writing surface at a comfortable height of 73cm (28.75''), replete with a green baize insert in good order
Lower drawer opens to reveal a suite of compartments, perfect for organising documents and correspondence
Raised upon a set of bulb-carved, barley twist legs terminating in bun feet, offering excellent support
Finished back panel allows for central room placement, ideal for library or study
This antique correspondence desk is a magnificent display of late Victorian craftsmanship. This fine Scottish Gothic Revival...
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1880s Scottish Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
19th Century English Walnut Desk
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A charming walnut desk. Made in England in the late 19th century. Lovely patine throughout. Panneled back, leather inset, castor wheels.
Chairspace is 62.5 H x 52 W cms.
Category
1890s British Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Twin Pedestal Partner Desk with Brown Leather Top
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely handmade in England circa 1880 burr walnut and brown leather twin pedestal partner desk
A good looking and well made desk, the timbe...
Category
1880s English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Walnut
$3,211 Sale Price
20% Off
Victorian late 19th century carved oak pedestal desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Victorian late 19th century carved oak pedestal desk circa 1890.
Good quality pedestal oak desk, comprising of 3 sections. Shaped top with original leather insert. Single drawer a...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Oak
Amboyna Burl Kidney Desk with Gilt Bronze, attributed to Gillows, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
This magnificent kidney-shaped desk, attributed to the prestigious Gillows workshops, represents the epitome of Victorian craftsmanship and luxury. Created around 1870, this exceptio...
Category
19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Ormolu
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Leather Top Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and rare antique Victorian burr walnut leather top kidney shaped desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period.
The quality is outstanding, t...
Category
1860s British Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Walnut
19th Century American Mahogany Serpentine Slant Front Secretary Desk
Located in Germantown, MD
A late 19th Century American mahogany serpentine slant front secretary bureau desk.
Nice quality mahogany, dovetails drawers and ball and claw feet.
Category
1880s American Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
19th Century Victorian English Partner Desk Column Shaped Legs Writing Table
Located in Berlin, DE
19th century Victorian English partner desk column shaped legs writing table
Column shaped table legs. Desk with 2 drawers, slightly protruding tabletop. Writing surface with exce...
Category
19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
19th Century tall pine lecture writing desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century tall pine lecture writing desk circa 1870.
Unusual standing desk which would have possibly been used for giving lectures or for concierge administration.
Made from pin...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Very Good Victorian Oak Writing Desk
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A very good two drawer Victorian writing table with original leather surface, standing on turned legs with brass cup castors, freestanding, in overall great condition and colour.
29...
Category
19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Oval Partners Desk Victorian Walnut Office
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous burr walnut oval partners desk in the Victorian manner
This is a true partners desk with drawers on both sides so plenty of storage
Great side so perfect for a home office s...
Category
1970s Vintage Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique late Victorian flame mahogany partners pedestal desk, circa 1880 in date. Measures: 4ft.
The rectanglular top features a stunning inset green and gold t...
Category
1880s English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
English Mahogany and Gold Accented Roll Top Desk
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian style mahogany roll top desk that opens to reveal drawers, letter holders, and a gold embossed leather desk surface, with a gilt bronze filigree...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Ormolu
Antique Victorian 6 Drawer Oak Writing Table Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous early Victorian antique writing table is crafted from beautiful solid oak and dates from Circa 1860.
The rectangular top with rounded corners is fitted with the origi...
Category
19th Century English Antique Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Victorian desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Victorian 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, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, animal skin and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Victorian 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 Holland
Sons, Gillows of Lancaster
London, Maple
Co., and Howard
Sons Ltd. 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 $380 and tops out at $159,824 while the average work can sell for $3,886.
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