Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Rare Desk H-55 by Åke Hassbjer in teak and steel base, 1950s
By Oscar Edv. Ekelund
Located in Göteborg, SE
Very rare desk of Åke Hassbjer!
During his career, Åke Hassbjer would create models and environments for several different manufacturers. He has designed several pieces of furniture...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Black Onyx Glass & Walnut Italian Mid-Century Modern Executive Desk by Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
A Rare and Elegant Italian MId-Century Modern Neoclassical Desk / Writing Table by Gio Ponti in solid walnut with an inset top of black onyx glass and brass details. Ponti's design a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Onyx, Brass
Göran Strand for Lelångs Möbelfabrik Model A10 MCM Swedish Desk
By Göran Strand
Located in Plainview, NY
A Mid-Century Modern desk Model A10 l masterfully crafted by Göran Strand for Lelångs Möbelfabrik in Sweden during the 1960s.
The allure of the Desk Model A10 lies in its thoughtfu...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
1950s Television table/desk from Televise
By Teleavia
Located in London, Lambeth
Super Stylist table originally used for vintage TV easily re used as a desk
angled black legs with polished oak surface sitting on castors make it easy
for mobility. Cc Italian
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Mid Century Glamour Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
Glamorous storage comes to life in this elegant creation. With a touch of femininity, its graceful design creates a place for everything and somewhere to keep everything in its place...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Acrylic, Wood
Pilastro Style Dutch Industrial Desk, 1950's
By Pilastro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Colorful and wonderfully designed, 1950s Mid-Century industrial writing desk. A stunning example of Dutch post-war design with slightly angled black enameled legs and a gray metal fr...
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1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Rosewood Executive Desk for Nipu
By Marius Byrialsen, Nipu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning rosewood executive desk by Marius Byrialsen for Nipu, c.1960s, Denmark. The desk features an aluminum frame with a rosewood desk top, six drawers and two narrow pencil dra...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Aluminum
Scrivania / Scrittoio Platone G.Piretti, Anonima Castelli 60's con sedia Plia
Located in Milano, MI
Set Sedia Plia con Scrivania Pieghevole Platone disegnati alla fine degli anni 60 da Giancarlo Piretti per Anonima Castelli. Lo scrittoio, per le sue Dimensioni compatte e la possibi...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Silvio Berrone for Bialetti Headquarters Free Standing Writing Desk
By Silvio Berrone
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Silvio Berrone for Bialetti headquarters, writing desk, faux leather, brass, stained beech, Vitrex glass, Italy, 1955-56
This writing desk is designed by Silvio Berrone for the Bial...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Italian-made executive desk from the 1950s
Located in Genova, IT
Large Italian-made executive desk from the early 1950s.
Dark blue formica(original) covered worktop in excellent condition, resting on two walnut wood 'towers' with black metal legs...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Teak FD-951 Diplomat Desk by Finn Juhl for France & Søn
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and large Mid-Century Modern executive Diplomat FD-951 desk.
Design by Finn Juhl for France & Søn.
Striking Danish design from the 1960s.
Solid teak and original teak ven...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Executive Desk by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, Italy 1960s
Located in Greding, DE
Large desk, designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena in the 1960s. The desk stands on brass legs that are set back under the drawer elements, giving it an elegant, floating cha...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Danish 8 Drawer Teak Desk with Bookcase Back, 1960s
Located in Chesham, GB
Design Period - 1960 to 1969
Country of Manufacture - Denmark
Style - Mid-Century
Detailed Condition - Good with minimal defects.
Restoration and Damage Details - Light wear cons...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
A Mid-Century Writing Desk Attributed to Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A Mid-Century writing desk. Mahogany and beech wood with three draws and lift up hinged top. Attributed to Gio Ponti.
Dimension: H 78cm W 120cm D 69cm
Origin: Italian
Date: 1950
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
ILA (Industria Lombarda Arredamenti) teak and metal desk model Ss34, Italy, 1959
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A beautiful Italian desk made of teak and metal, produced by ILA (Industria Lombarda Arredi), model "Ss34" from 1959, equipped with ample workspace.
ILA was an Italian company that,...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Paul Frankl Kidney Desk for Johnson Furniture
By Paul Frankl
Located in Zürich, CH
Paul Frankl
Kidney Desk produced by Johnson Furniture Co., Grand Rapids, Michigan
Overall in very good condition. The wooden tabletop with light surface scratches, indentations and...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Early variant Osvaldo Borsani desk with two drawers for Tecno, Italy 1950s
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Milan, IT
Minimal Osvaldo Borsani 1950s desk for Tecno, Italy
Carries all the original Tecno transfer labels
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Modernist Architectural Walnut Desk designed by Merton Gershun for Dillingham
Located in Buffalo, NY
Merton Gershun was an American furniture designer of the early 20th century, known for designing some of the earliest modern furniture lines available in the U.S. and striving to bri...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Soriana Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Soriana armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina.
Manufactured in Italy.
The idea of comfort itself becomes a sofa. Soriana came into being in 1969, thanks to an intuitive vision...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
1960s Mid Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century walnut executive desk designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1960s. The desk is amazing and boasts a beautiful walnut frame with a sleek formica top. The de...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Laminate, Walnut
Vintage Writing Desk 1960s Mahogany Veneered Enameled Metal
Located in Milano, IT
Desk with double column side drawers in enamelled metal and mahogany veneered wood with Formica-covered top.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Rare Five-Piece Drexel Counterpoint Modular Desk Dresser Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Extremely rare five-piece set of John Van Koert's Drexel Counterpoint modular desk and chair plus two separate drawer units and a fabulous cedar li...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Cherry, Mahogany
Scandinavian solid wood Danish desk danish
By Arne Vodder
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Scandinavian solid wood desk from the 60s in the style of Arne vodder's work. Beautiful woodwork, sober and elegant design typical of Scandinavian furniture of the period. Very fine ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Soriana Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Soriana armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina.
Manufactured in Italy.
The idea of comfort itself becomes a sofa. Soriana came into being in 1969, thanks to an intuitive vision...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll, Model 2480 Oval Table Desk, 1960s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
This particular Florence Knoll oval table desk is designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll in 1961. This rare edition with a silver lacquere...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Ate van Apeldoorn Large Writing Desk and cabinet block . 1960s Holland
Located in Den Haag, NL
Minimalist Solid Pine Writing desk designed by Ate Van Apeldoorn and produced by Houtwerk Hattum in Holland in the 1960’s. Features a pinewood cabinet block with drawers that can be...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
Niguel Writing Desk by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Niguel writing desk features solid turned legs, brass cap feet and lacquered interior drawers.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles, California....
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Minimalistic glass and metal desk, France 1970's
By Max Sauze
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Minimalistic glass and metal desk, France 1970's
Metal wired desk with two glass shelves. The design reminds us of the work of Max Sauze.
The met...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Fratelli Proserpio compact rollup writing desk teak Italy 1960
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful and compact rollup writing desk designed and manufactured by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy 1960. This elegant desk is executed in rich natural teak wood. The top has a very nic...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid-century American Desk in Zebra Wood By Warren Platner
Located in Houston, TX
Desk is made out of zebra wood. Table top is reupholstered with brown cowhide. There is wide drawer for files on the left side and smaller drawer on the right. Desk is elevated by wi...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Soriana Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Soriana armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina.
Manufactured in Italy.
The idea of comfort itself becomes a sofa. Soriana came into being in 1969, thanks to an intuitive vision...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Vintage Danish Modern Teak Desk
By P.S. Heggen
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a vintage Danish Modern Teak Desk. Featuring a straight line design, checkerboard top, large filing cabinet drawer,...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Teak
Vintage office desk, Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy 1960s
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Rare Osvaldo Borsani vintage desk manufactured by Tecno in the 1960s - early 1970s.
Steel black structure with wood top venereed in white /beige laminate. Two side adjustable drawe...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Desk "1928" by Franco Albini for Knoll International, Italy, 1950s
Located in Greding, DE
Desk "1928" designed by Franco Albini for Knoll International, Italy, 1950s. This glass and metal desk features a veneered white drawer element an...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Desk with Painted Glass Top, Joaquim Tenreiro for Bloch Editors, Mid-Century
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Elevate your space with this exquisitely crafted rosewood desk, a masterpiece designed by the legendary Joaquim Tenreiro (1906-1992). This splendid piece once graced the interior of ...
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
40s-50s Desk
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant desk with pair of under-top drawers, beech wood, and mahogany veneer, top with recessed clear glass. Good conditions.
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Beech, Mahogany
Vintage Seven Drawer Desk by Beithcraft, 1960s
By Beithcraft
Located in Ely, GB
A Lovely Compact Vintage Desk with 7 Drawers by Renowned British Maker; Beithcraft. circa 1960s.
The desk, designed in traditional manner, is finished in walnut veneer, which is in ...
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1960s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Walnut
Table Monta in Black Wood and Marble by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1970. Relaunched in 2023.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
An ode to fine artisanal craftsmanship in the form of a table. Table Monta is the...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass
Cognac Leather Desk by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Italy, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
This desk is a stunning creation by the visionary Italian designer Guido Faleschini for I4 Mariani. Embracing the vibrant spirit and vivid hues of the seventies, this desk encapsulat...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Walnut Desk by Paul McCobb, c1960s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Step back in time with this show-stopping vintage mid century walnut desk, artfully designed by the renowned Paul McCobb. This pi...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Walnut 1960s Table by Silvio Coppola for Bernini
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Table in solid walnut and veneer produced in the 60s by Bernini based on a design by Silvio Coppola. The table remains in general rather good condition: having not undergone any rest...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Burl Top Writing Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Slender lines form a light and airy design in this modern table. A graceful combination of burl wood in a warm brown polished finish atop an organic faux bois base in a satin bronze ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble, Metal
Mid Century Writing Table - Silent Black
Located in Westwood, NJ
Slender lines form a light and airy design in this modern table. A graceful combination of burl wood in a silent black polished finish atop an organic faux bois base in a silvered br...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Marble, Metal
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk with Drawers, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk with Drawers, Italy, 1960s
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Wood
Mid Century Marble Top Writing Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Slender lines form a light and airy design in this modern table. A graceful combination of white bianco marble atop an organic faux bois base in a satin bronze finish.
Dimensions: 7...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Marble, Metal
Oiled Oak Ojai Desk by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ojai desk has four drawers and features solid American walnut or white oak trestle legs. The drawer handles are made of solid carved wood.
The Lawson-Fenning Ccollection is des...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Oak
Elegant Italian Small Desk in Cherry and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Writing desk, cherry, mahogany, brass, formica, Italy, 1950s
Very elegant desk made in Italy in the 1950s. The framework is executed in cherry. The...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Minimalist Solid Desk in Oak France 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Minimalist dark stained oak desk with dovetail construction connecting the top to the side panels in solid oak with a floating part for 2 drawers. A beautiful piece of craftsmanship ...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Oak
1960s Ole Wanscher Mahogany Desk
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Madrid, ES
Mahogany desk designed by Ole Wanscher in an excellent restored condition. Denmark, 1960s
This desk was designed following the mid century design rule and aesthetic, using noble wo...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Mahogany
Limited Edition Table Monta in Wood and Blue Granite by Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Limited Edition Table designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1970. Relaunched in 2023.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
An ode to fine artisanal craftsmanship in the form of a table. Ta...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass
Early Vladimir Kagan Custom Order Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
A early Vladimir Kagan custom order desk made by Grosfeld House. Incredibly well crafted. A fine important example of the designer's work.
Note: Cane Modesty Panel shown in some p...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Cane, Wood
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Wood Lovig Desk
Located in Phoenix, AZ
The iconic Løvig teak flip top desk designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen, 1960s, Denmark. It’s versatile in that the back shelf can flip down on its brass hinges to create a larger work s...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
Jack Cartwright for Founders Mid Century Modern Desk in Walnut
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Beautiful executive desk designed by Jack Cartwright for Founders.
Stunning walnut veneered desk top and drawer fronts encased in in solid walnut legs and sides. Finished back with...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Leather, Walnut
Franco Albini ash dining table Model TL2 Cavalletto, Poggi, (Very First Edition)
Located in Argelato, BO
Franco Albini ash dining table Model TL2 'Cavalletto' for Poggi, Italy (Very First Edition), Italy 1950s
This table is the very first edition (the one in ash) of Franco Albini's fam...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Guillerme & Chambron Corner Desk in Oak and Granite
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron, desk, oak, granite, France, 1960s
Corner desk by French designer duo Guillerme and Chambron. This beautiful desk holds the characteristic decorations and lines...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Granite
Mid Century Modern Writing Desk with 4 Drawers
By Drexel
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern writing desk by Drexel features hardwood construction, original limed oak finish, four dovetailed drawers with brass accented hardware and unique stretcher base.
Matching pair of...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Oak
Mid-century modern Severin Hansen Teak Desk
Located in Madrid, ES
Desk designed by Severin Hansen in Teak wood for Haslev Møbelsnedkeri. Denmark, 1958
Simple and refined lines, featuring four frontal drawers with the desinger’s signature diagonal wood ensamble, the drawers are both a functional and a decorative element, the back of the desk can be displayed as it is finished in a refined teak wood back.
Danish designer Severin Hansen's iconic Model 36 desk...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
Vintage Teak and Steel Desk by Robin Day for Hille
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made vintage teak and steel desk by Robin Day for Hille. This was part of the ‘Status’ range, designed in 1959 and made in England. This model dates from...
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1960s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Mid-century Modern desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century 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, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern desks and writing tables made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, 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 Cassina, Lawson-Fenning, Charlotte Perriand, and Paul McCobb. 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 $299 and tops out at $184,000 while the average work can sell for $4,773.
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