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Antique Draughtsman Desk

Antique Draughtsman's Tool Set, English, Cartography, Instruments, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique master draughtsman's tool set. An English, case of cartographer's drawing
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Wood

Antique Draughtsman's Railway Curves, English, Pearwood, Cartography, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a set of antique draughtsman's railway curves. An English, pearwood set of drawing
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Pearwood

Antique Draughtsman's Rolling Ruler, English, Cartographer's Instrument, Stanley
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique draughtsman's rolling ruler. An English, nitrided bronze cartographer's
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Late 19th Century British Art Deco Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Bronze

Pair of Antique Parallel Rulers, English, Coromandel, Draughtsman's Instrument
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
draughtsman's instrument, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Charming 18" type parallel rulers
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Brass

Antique Nautical Rolling Ruler, English, Maritime, Draughtsman, Captain Field
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique nautical rolling ruler. An English, ebony maritime or draughtsman's instrument
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Brass

Set of Antique Draughtsman's Rules, English, Engineer's Instruments, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a set of antique draughtsman's rules. An English, pine engineer's instrument set in a
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1910s British Edwardian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Beech

Antique Cased Draughtsman's Set, English, Drawing Tools, WH Harling, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique cased draughtsman's set. An English, technical drawing case of silver nickel and
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Brass, Nickel

Antique Architect's Desk, English, Adjustable, Draughtsman, Pedestal, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique architect's desk. An English, mahogany and leather adjustable draughtsman
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Leather, Wood

Exhibition Quality Wylie & Lochhead 1860 Glasgow Chesterfield Brown Leather Sofa
By Wylie & Lochhead
Located in GB
Taylor was a draughtsman at Scott & Co. Ltd, the Clyde shipyard, before starting with Wylie & Lochhead in
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1860s Scottish High Victorian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Leather

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1910s English Edwardian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Bronze, Iron

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A well detailed late 19th century scale copy of the antique Michelangelo’s David. This Victorian plaster statue would look stunning displayed for all to see and admire. This sculptur...
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Late 19th Century Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Antique Art Deco Woodstock Manual Typewriter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Art Deco Woodstock Manual Typewriter. Circa 1930s. Measurements: 9" H x 16" W x 12" D.
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1930s Art Deco Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Metal

Antique English Brass Cased Folding Magnifying Glass c.1920
Located in Bath, GB
A lovely shaped little folding / pocket magnifying glass which folds into a shaped brass case, marked "Made In England". Dating to c.1920, remaining in excellent condition measuring...
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1920s British Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Antique English Brass Cased Folding Magnifying Glass c.1920
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Rare Pug Bulldog Dog Celluloid Figurine vintage, Austria 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare pug or bulldog Figurine bought in Austria. It is made of Celluloid and very delicate, this would be a great addition for your Toy or Bulldog collection. It is in nice conditio...
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1920s German Folk Art Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Antique Book Safe, Continental, Cedar, Disguise Volume Storage Box, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique book safe. A Continental, cedar disguise volume storage box, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Pleasingly book form, with a useful concealed drawer Dis...
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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1920s Bulldog Walking Stick Head
Located in Antwerp, BE
Unique carved wooden bulldog head for antique cane walking stick handle. Antique wooden Folk Art dog figural sculpture from the early 20th century. Red bakelite nose, glass eyes a...
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Bakelite, Glass, Leather, Wood

1920s Bulldog Walking Stick Head
1920s Bulldog Walking Stick Head
H 6.11 in W 2.17 in D 1.97 in
English 19th Century Sheraton Style Mahogany Clerk's Desk or Standing Desk
Located in Charleston, SC
Antique English early to mid-19th century Sheraton style mahogany Clerk's desk or standing desk with fitted interior and satinwood drawers having original turned ebony round pulls (s...
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Mid-19th Century English Sheraton Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Mahogany, Satinwood

French Napoleon III Armchair in White Boucle
Located in Houston, TX
French Napoleon III Armchair upholstered in off-white boucle circa 1865-1884. New casters on front legs. An excellent near-pair with a second Napoleon III chair similarly upholstered...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Brass, Iron, Steel

World Globe Art Glass Paperweight by Steven Correia
By Steven Correia
Located in San Diego, CA
Spectacular "World / Globe" art glass paperweight by Steven Correia, circa 1990s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 4"D x 4.25"H; it is signed on the undersid...
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Late 20th Century American Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Art Glass

Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English, Walnut, Correspondence Box, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique military campaign writing slope. An English, walnut and leather correspondence box, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Finely crafted writing slope...
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Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Leather, Walnut

Antique Victorian Coromandel Brass Wooden Letters Stationery Casket Box Betjeman
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Absolutely stunning early Victorian well figured Coromandel Stationery Casket of museum quality and in outstanding condition. Mid Nineteenth Century. Made in England by G. Betjemann....
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Mid-19th Century Irish Victorian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Brass

French Bulldog playing with Ball Sculpture
Located in Antwerp, BE
French bulldog playing with ball sculpture. A gold painted metal bulldog sculpture with ball mounted on a wooden base. The bulldog sculpture is very detailled , look at his head, e...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Metal

French Bulldog playing with Ball Sculpture
French Bulldog playing with Ball Sculpture
H 3.15 in W 6.89 in D 3.15 in
English or French Antique Brass Surveyor's Transit Theodolite, last quarter 19th
Located in Atlanta, GA
From Wikipedia: “A THEODOLITE is a precision optical instrument for measuring angles between designated visible points in the horizontal and vertical planes. The traditional use ha...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Brass

17th Century Joined Oak Coffer
Located in Houston, TX
17th century joined oak triple panel top coffer with hinged triple panel top. Hand-carved decoration adorns front rail and front. Suitable to function as a table or seat, as well as ...
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Mid-17th Century English Jacobean Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Oak

17th Century Joined Oak Coffer
17th Century Joined Oak Coffer
H 25 in W 40 in D 17 in
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Late 20th Century American Chippendale Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Victorian Glenister of High Wycombe Oak Draughtsman's Desk Chair, c.1890
Located in London, GB
Oak framed draughtsman's chair of exceptional quality manufactured by Glenister’s of High Wycombe
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1890s English Late Victorian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Pine

Antique Architects Desk, Adjustable, Georgian, Mahogany, Draughtsman, circa 1810
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique architect's desk with adjustable top. English, Georgian, mahogany draughtsman
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Mahogany

18th Century Swedish Rococo Draughtsman's Table
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Most unusual and remarkable Swedish Rococo period metamorphic draughtsman's table with seven
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Walnut, Leather

18th Century Swedish Rococo Draughtsman's Table
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Vintage Proportional Divider, English, Brass, Compass, Draughtsman's Instrument
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage 6" proportional divider. An English, brass compass or draughtsman's instrument
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Early 20th Century British Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Brass

Antique Trammel Point Set, Draughtsman's Instruments, Stanley, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique trammel point set. An English, silver nickel draughtsman's instrument set by
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Early 20th Century British Victorian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Nickel

Antique Cased Draughtsman's Set, English, Architect's Drawing Tools, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
draughtsman's set, with a useful selection of tools. The quality case with dovetail joints could grace any desk
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Early 20th Century British Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Nickel

Antique Draughtsman's Set, Drawing Instrument, Tools, Jackson Bros, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique draughtsman's set. An English, silver nickel drawing instrument or tool set by
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Late 19th Century British Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Nickel

Cartographer's Set, English, Architect, Draughtsman, AG Thornton, circa 1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique cartographer's set. An English, silver nickel architect's or draughtsman's case
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Early 20th Century British Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Nickel

Antique Draughtsman's Instrument Set, German, Technical Drawing, Maho, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
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Early 20th Century German Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Nickel

Vintage Draughtsman's Technical Drawing Case, Instrument Set, AG Thornton, 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage draughtsman's technical drawing case. An English, brass and silver nickel
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Early 20th Century British Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Nickel

Antique Draughtsman's Pocket Ruling Pen Set, English, Architect, Instrument Case
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique draughtsman's pocket ruling pen set. An English, silver nickel architect's
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Early 20th Century British Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Nickel

Rare George II Mahogany Artist or Draughtsman's Cabinet or Desk
Located in London, GB
The rectangular moulded top above a double inverted shell-carved front flanked by Corinthian column pilasters, sliding forward to reveal a tooled leather writing surface and enclosin...
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1730s English Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Antique Folding Pocket Compass, Pillar Divider, Drawing Instrument, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a charming antique folding compass, ideal for slipping into a draughtsman's coat pocket or
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Early 20th Century British Victorian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Metal

Antique Cartographer's Set, English, Architect, Draughtsman Tool Case, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique cartographer's set. An English, silver nickel architect's or draughtsman's case
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Early 20th Century British Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Nickel

Small Antique Cartographer's Tool Set, German, Draughtsman's Instrument, Riefler
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique cartographer's tool set. A German, brass draughtsmen's instrument case by Riefler, dating to the late 19th century, circa 1900. Wonderfully compact set for...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Brass

Small Antique Draughtsman's Compass Set, Architect's, Technical Drawing, Hicks
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique draughtsman's compass set. An English, silver nickel architect's technical
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Nickel

Macassar & Bakelite YZ Bird Ashtray Match Striker by Henry Howell for Dunhill
By Alfred Dunhill, Henry Howell Co. Ltd
Located in Atlanta, GA
for their high-quality desk and smoking accessories. The designs for the YZ products were drawn by
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Shagreen, Glass, Bakelite, Macassar

Rare Antique Industrial Draughtsman Swivel Chair or Stool
Located in Heathfield, East Sussex
A rare antique Industrial Draughtsman chair by H Mealey Ltd of High Wycombe. Having been
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1920s English Industrial Antique Draughtsman Desk

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Copper, Steel

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Antique Draughtsman Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique draughtsman desk for your home. An antique draughtsman desk — often made from metal, nickel and wood — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an antique draughtsman desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique draughtsman desk is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Georgian and Rococo styles are sought with frequency.

How Much is a Antique Draughtsman Desk?

The average selling price for an antique draughtsman desk at 1stDibs is $503, while they’re typically $172 on the low end and $23,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Draughtsman Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What antique desks are called depends on their design. A desk with chair cutouts on both sides is a partner desk, while one with a pull-down writing surface is a secretary. On a Davenport desk, the desktop lifts to reveal a storage area. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique Davenport desk is a small writing desk, usually with four drawers on one side. The desk would have elaborately decorated supports and a recessed space for adequate legroom. Shop a collection of Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Davenport desk is a type of small desk with a distinct inclined desktop. The desktop covers a large storage compartment meant for keeping paper and other writing materials. Popular in the 19th century, Davenport desks are still sought after today. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    An antique secretary desk will range in value depending on its authenticity and condition. The price can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. On 1stDibs find the antique secretary desk you’re looking for today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.

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