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Reconstruction Oak Desk, France 1950's
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in New York, NY
A single-drawer oak desk with a lower bookshelf and a single drawer in the manner of Jeanneret or
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Large Oak & Class Modernist Desk, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
A large modernist desk in oak with a very interesting top comprised of a glass-covered lattice
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak, Glass
Desk in Teak, Oak and Brass by Hans Wegner, 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Desk in Teak, Oak and Brass by Hans Wegner, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Teak, oak and
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
A. Brandt Co. Ranch Oak Desk and Chair Set, 1950s
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very handsome mid-century A. Brandt Co. Ranch Oak desk and chair set with a great classic
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Metal
Hans Wegner, Wishbone Desk, Oak, Teak, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained oak and teak "Wishbone" desk designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Johannes Hansen
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak, Teak
Sears Roebuck & co., Writing Desk, Oak, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A small solid oak writing desk from the "Harmony House Ranch-Mode"-series, designed and produced by
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
1950's desk by Louis Paolozzi
By Louis Paolozzi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oak desk from the 1950's designed by Louis Paolozzi , edited by Guermonprez .
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Oak
Midcentury Portuguese Olaio Oak Desk, 1950s
By Olaio
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Rare desk from the Portuguese factory Olaio. Made in 1950 with oak wood. This desk have 3 drawers
Category
Vintage 1950s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
American Designer, Desk, Oak, Bamboo, Rattan, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A small oak, bamboo and rattan writing desk designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Oak
Jacques Adnet Iron and Oak Desk, 1950s France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental Art Deco era desk by French Modernist designer Jacques Adnet. Black iron 'A' frame with
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
Jacques Adnet Leather and Oak Desk, 1950s France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental Art Deco era desk by French Art Deco Modernist designer Jacques Adnet. Iron frame with 4
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass, Iron
1950's Compact Surveillant Desk - Atelier Jean Prouve
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Compact Surveillant Desk – Atelier Jean Prouve.
Prouvé is one of the most respected French
Category
Vintage 1950s French Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
1950's Compact Surveillant Desk - Atelier Jean Prouve
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Compact Surveillant Desk – Atelier Jean Prouve.
Prouvé is one of the most respected French
Category
Vintage 1950s French Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
1950s Oak Wood Letter Tray MCM Desk Accessory
By Peter Pepper Products
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Oak Wood Letter Tray MCM desk accessory
The Line Hedges File Illinois
Dovetail joinery
2.5
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Oak
1950's Stitched leather and oak paper bin by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
1950's Stitched leather and oak paper bin by Jacques Adnet
This is are piece
Great condition
France
Category
Vintage 1950s French Desk Sets
Materials
Leather, Oak
Oak Desk by Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck, Denmark 1950s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
in the 1950s. Made from stunningly fresh and beautiful oak wood, this desk exudes timeless charm and
Category
Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Free Standing Sculptural Desk in Oak and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Free-standing desk, oak, brass, linoleum, Italy, 1950s
This mid-century modern freestanding desk
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 31.5 in W 70.67 in D 35.83 in
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1950s, Rare Oak Wishbone Desk, Model JH-563
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
' Desk, designed by Wegner and made by cabinetmakers Johannes Hansen in Copenhagen, Denmark, 1950s.
This
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
H 29.14 in W 67.72 in D 33.08 in
1950s Cerused Oak Desk with Brass Pulls
Located in Dallas, TX
A very well crafted oak desk produced by Huntington Chair Corporation. This incredible example of
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Desks
Materials
Brass
Bernt Petersen Danish 1950s Mahogany Desk
By Rud Rasmussen, Bernt Petersen
Located in London, England
Bernt Petersen Mahogany Writing Desk, circa 1950s
An exceptional 4-drawer desk from Danish
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern, Rectangular Desk / Dining Table in Solid Oak, Handcrafted, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Introducing a large rectangular desk / dining table in solid oak, crafted by a Danish Cabinetmaker
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
H 29.93 in W 78.75 in D 39.38 in
Desk with Solid Oak Top and Hairpin Leggs, Merino Wool and Metal Chair, 1950's
By Charlotte Perriand, Jean Prouvé, Pierre Chapo
Located in Den Haag, NL
Desk with solid Oak top and steel hairpin legs with Merino wool and steel chair, 1950's.
desk size
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Metal
H 30.52 in W 55.12 in D 314.97 in
Standing Desk by Didier Rozaffy for Meubles Oscar, France, 1950's
By Didier Rozaffy, Oscar
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rare standing desk designed in 1950's by Didier Rozaffy for Meubles Oscar, France. Early edition in
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Glass, Wood, Oak
Danish Cabinetmaker Teak and Oak Desk with Drawers, Denmark, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
aesthetic role, adding to the clean, architectural precision of this desk. From the teak top to the oak
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
H 28.55 in W 63 in D 31.5 in
Freestanding Desk in Solid Oak, by a Danish Cabinetmaker, Mid-Century, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A refined mid-century freestanding desk in solid oak and with brass handles. Made by a Danish
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
H 28.35 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in
Mid Century Wooden Brutalist Desk in Solid Oak, Made in France, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
This desk is a classic representation of mid-century design, crafted in France during the 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
H 29.93 in W 34.65 in D 22.84 in
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Jacques Adnet Leather Desk and Chair, 1950s France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional Art Deco era desk with matching chair by French modernist designer Jacques Adnet
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass, Iron
1950's Stitched Leather Books-end by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1950's Stitched leather books-end by Jacques Adnet
Oak and leather
France
Category
Vintage 1950s French Desk Sets
Materials
Leather, Oak
Desk by Nanna Ditzel by cabinetmaker Søren Willadsen, Denmark, 1950s
By Nanna Ditzel, Søren Willadsen
Located in Hägersten, SE
Iconic desk designed by Nanna Ditzel. Produced in Denmark by cabinetmaker Søren Willadsen. Made
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak, Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Teak Desk, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Teak Desk, 1950s.
Rare and early freestanding Scandinavian
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak, Teak
Midcentury Desk Organizer by Børge Mogensen, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, Bovirke
Located in Lejre, DK
Original desk organizer designed by Maa. Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson in the 1950s. Made in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Materials
Beech, Oak
1950s Oak Bureau in JM Frank Style from Cartier Paris – Exquisite Craftsmanship
By (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Milano, IT
This stunning 1950s oak bureau, crafted in the style of renowned designer Jean-Michel Frank, comes
Category
Antique 19th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
H 32.5 in W 47 in D 27.5 in
1950's Pair of stitched Leather book end by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1950's Stitched leather book end by Jacques Adnet
France
Category
Vintage 1950s French Desk Sets
Materials
Leather, Oak
Boomerang Shaped Desk, Shop Counter, 1950s by Alfred Hendrickx
By Alfred Hendrickx
Located in Antwerp, BE
Custom made handcrafted shop counter or desk in a boomerang line with vertical slats at the front
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Pierre Bloch and Charles Dudouyt Desk, 1950s
By La Gentilhommiere, Charles Dudouyt, Pierre Bloch
Located in Paris, FR
Charles Dudouyt desk crafted in oak and veneer, with extendable leaf (L:50cm). This small desk has
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Oak
1950s Oak Cabinet, Complete Office
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
1950s Oak Cabinet, Complete Office
This compact cupboard has inside Pigeon Holes, Shelves, Desk and
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Plywood
1950's French Green metal easy chair in the manner of Jean Prouvé
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Nijlen, VAN
1950's French easy chair
Very elgenat desk chair with a beautiful patina. This chair was bought on
Category
Vintage 1950s French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern AT-305 Desk by Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Breda, Netherlands
designed in 1955 by Hans J. Wegner en and produced and branded by Adreas Tuck. The design desk has an oak
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Oak, Teak
H 28.35 in W 55.12 in D 29.93 in
Oak Live Edge Console Table or Desk, France, 1950's
Located in Austin, TX
inset iron stabilizers are present on the left and right sides of the desk top. France, 1950's
Category
Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Console Tables
Materials
Oak
All Oak "Secrétaire" Desk by Pierre Cruège, France 1950's
By Pierre Cruège
Located in New York, NY
natural oak version
Brass details
Inside the desk compartment, a letter rack and a shelf can be found
Category
Vintage 1950s French Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Raymond Lowey for Mengel Mid Century Secretary Desk c.1950’s
By Mengel Furniture Co., Raymond Loewy
Located in Lutz, FL
Mid Century Modern Mengel drop front secretary desk by designed by Raymond Loewy c.1950’s. Original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Iron
1950s Solid Oak Danish Modern L-Shaped Desk + Credenza
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1950s
Materials: Oak
Measurements
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Vintage Danish Kay Bojesen 1950s Wooden Oak Hippo Figurine Desk Pencil Holder
By Kay Bojesen
Located in St. Louis, MO
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Kay Bojesen " The Hippopotamus" oak figurine. Kay designed
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Oak
H 4.25 in W 10.38 in D 2.5 in
Midcentury Czech Small Oak Table, Glass Desk, František Jirák, Tatra, 1950s
By Frantisek Jirak, Tatra
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Oak small table, Czech functionalism
Period: 1950-1959.
Designer: František Jirák
Maker: Tatra
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Lacquer, Wood, Oak
H 21.86 in W 35.24 in D 19.69 in
Vintage Danish 1950s Kay Bojesen Hippo Wooden Oak Desk Pencil Holder Figurine
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
store his pencil's. The hippo is made of oak and features an adjustable jaw allowing you to hold your
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Oak
H 5.3 in W 10.6 in D 2.4 in
A rare wall-mounted secretary desk - 1950s French Reconstruction Style
By Rene Gabriel, Pierre Guariche, Roger Landault, Marcel Gascoin
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A rare 1950s wall-mounted secretary desk in the French Reconstruction style. Crafted from solid oak
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Oak
H 35.44 in W 27.17 in D 11.82 in
Premium Extra Large Desk Lamp in Steel, Bakelite and Oakwood, 1950s Belgium
Located in Voorburg, NL
Beautiful desk lamp produced in Belgium in the 1950s. The lamp is standing on a firm oakwood base
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 21.26 in W 8.27 in D 17.72 in
1950's Desk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Oak wood. Metal structure. Bottom legs in brass.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Oak Desk from the 1950s
Located in Saint-Andre lez Lille, France
DESK 1950
Category
Vintage 1950s American Desks
Materials
Oak
1950s Guillerme and Chambron Solid Oak Corner Desk
Located in Husbands Bosworth, Leicestershire
Minimalist 1950s Guillerme and Chambron solid oak corner desk with beautiful black granite top and
Category
20th Century French Desks
Materials
Granite
Early 1950s Danish Freestanding Desk in Teak and Oak
Located in Handewitt, DE
Early 1950s Danish freestanding desk in teak and oak. Front with three drawers. On the other site
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Small Desk, Kids Desk or Writing Table by Torck, 1950s
By Torck
Located in Schagen, NL
The cutest piece in stock! This small oak veneered writing table, (kids)desk or Secretaire was
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Rare 1950s Writing Desk with Boomerang Legs
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in New York, NY
This is an exquisite midcentury writing desk, featuring boomerang leg designs indicative of the era
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Oak, Plywood
1950s Thonet Inspired Office Chair with Armrests, Tatra
By Tatra
Located in Zohor, SK
1950s. Made of oak wood with veneered seat and backrest. The chair is in good condition with visible
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Oak
Early Danish Desk Chair in Teak and Oak, 1950s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Early Danish desk chair in solid teak and oak. Back in a striped fabric, the seat in green.
Size
Category
Vintage 1950s Armchairs
Table Desk and Chair by Audoux-Minet, France, 1950s
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An oak table desk with ceramic tiles and rope wrapped legs designed by Adrien Audoux and Frida
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Rope, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Desk with Drop Leaves, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Zurich, CH
This table in teak, oak and bronze by Hans J. Wegner was made by Andreas Tuck in Denmark, circa
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Tables
Materials
Oak, Teak
French 1950's Desk by Guillerme et Chambron
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Long Island City, NY
French 1950's oak desk by Guillerme et Chambron with 3 drawers and 2 side pull out extensions
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Desk and Armchair by Guillerme & Chambron
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Long Island City, NY
French 1950's oak desk and armchair by Guillerme et Chambron.
Pulls on the 3 drawers are
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Vintage 1950s French Desks and Writing Tables
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1950s oak desk you’re looking for. Each 1950s oak desk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and metal. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1950s oak desk — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each 1950s oak desk bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Industrial hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 1950s oak desk over the years, but those crafted by Hans J. Wegner, Nanna Ditzel and Guillerme et Chambron are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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The average selling price for a 1950s oak desk at 1stDibs is $4,787, while they’re typically $148 on the low end and $86,659 for the highest priced.
Questions About 1950s Oak Desk
- What is 1950s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 20241950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
- Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.