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Antique Insurance Agent's Desk Tidy, English, Office Letter Organiser, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique insurance agent's desk tidy. An English, mahogany letter organiser, dating to
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Wood

Antique Naval Architect's Desk Tidy, English, Executive Organiser, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique naval architect's desk tidy. An English, mahogany organiser case, dating to the
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Wood

Antique Clerk's Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Organiser, Letter Rack, Victorian, 1870
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique clerk's desk tidy. An English, oak countertop organiser or letter rack, dating
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

French Art Déco Metal Desk Tidy with Woman Horseriding and a pair of Inkwells
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th century french Art Déco metal desk tidy with woman horseriding, pen holder and a pair of
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Desk Tidy

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Metal, Silver Plate

Antique Ornate Letter Rack, Italian, Gilt Stationery Stand, Desk Tidy, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique ornate letter rack. An Italian, gilt metal stationery stand or desk tidy, dating
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Desk Tidy

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Metal

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Silver Plate, Decorative Box, Edwardian, C.1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique desk tidy. An English, oak and silver plate decorative box, dating to the
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Desk Tidy

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Silver Plate

Antique Dome Top Calling Card Box, English, Walnut, Brass, Desk Tidy, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique dome top calling card box. An English, walnut and brass bound desktop tidy
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Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Art Deco Adjustable Chrome Bankers Desk Light with Inkwell or Pen Desk Tidy 1920
Located in London, GB
chrome Bankers desk light with ink well or pen holder is a fine example of the period. The inkwell or pen
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1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Desk Tidy

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Chrome

Antique Tiffany Studios Bronze Doré Pen Tray Neoclassical Taste
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Norwich, GB
Antique Tiffany Studios New York gilt bronze pen tray/desk tidy. Neoclassical Taste. Maker's Stamp
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Antique Desk Tidy

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Bronze

French Arts and Crafts Oak Stationary Box with Tambour
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
inside divided for stamps The cabinet is in very attractive condition it will keep any desk tidy and
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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Antique Desk Drawer, Japanese Ebonised Pine Desktop Folio, Victorian, Edo Period
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Victorian period, circa 1850. Attractive desk tidy with appealing hand-finished charm Displays a
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Desk Tidy

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Pine

Desk Top Marquetry Occasional Book Tidy
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Desk Top Marquetry Occasional Book Tidy The Bookcase is double sided with very attractive
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Fruitwood

Early 20th century Norwegian pokerwork tine box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
desk tidy.
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Early 20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Antique Desk Tidy

Materials

Pine

Victorian Campaign Desk Set Stationary Box Letter Tray 1890 Calendar
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a gorgeous Victorian campaign desk tidy / stationary box This could be described as
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1890s Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Wood

Antique Decorative Desk Stand, Indian, Ebony, Colonial Writer's Tidy, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique decorative desk stand. An Indian, ebony Colonial writer's tidy, dating to the
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Mid-19th Century Indian British Colonial Antique Desk Tidy

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Ebony

Small Antique Executive Desk Tray, Scottish, Leather, Tidy, WJ Milne, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique desk tray. A Scottish, leather compact desktop tidy by W & J Milne of
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Leather

Small Antique Letter Rack, English Oak Desktop Tidy, Office Organiser, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique letter rack. An English, oak and brass desktop tidy or office organiser
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

George III Mahogany Architect’s Desk attr. Gillows of Lancaster circa 1790
Located in Shippensburg, PA
reserves. The back of the desk is designed for a tidy appearance, making it suitable for placement in the
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18th Century English George III Antique Desk Tidy

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Leather, Mahogany

A Victorian Good Quality Pedestal Desk
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
very tidy condition and any blemishes are minor The desk is 30” high, 45” long, 19” deep, the knee
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19th Century High Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Birch

Victorian Golden Oak Green Man Desk
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
carving. This a sturdy piece, the tooled leathered top is tidy, the desk has keys The desk stands 30
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Mid-19th Century Gothic Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Copper Envelope, Arts and Crafts Letter Rack A super piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
beaten Cooper in the shape of an open envelope, just the thing to keep your mail tidy on your desk The
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1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Copper

Antique Extending Book Slide, English, Novel Rest, Home Library, Victorian, 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
flat when not in use — perfect for tidy desk arrangements Dressed to the underside with protective
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1880s British Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Rosewood

Bohemian Art Nouveau Kralik Red Banded Glass Desk Tidy with Holly Decoration
By Kralik Glassworks
Located in London, GB
Superior red Kralik banded desk tidy circa 1900 -with two tone holly decorated lid. This is one of
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Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Desk Tidy

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Metal

Georgian Writing Bureau
Located in Inverness, GB
. The drawer handles in the desk tidy are ivory and compliment the Conch Shell inlay design.
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Late 18th Century Georgian Antique Desk Tidy

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Mahogany

Georgian Writing Bureau
Georgian Writing Bureau
H 45.28 in W 43.71 in D 22.05 in
Collection of Four English Victorian Letter Clips
Located in Port Chester, NY
This is a charming collection, With four clips it is possible to keep a desk top tidy. The three
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19th Century English Antique Desk Tidy

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Metal

Victorian Rosewood and Mother of Pearl Inlay Writing Slope with Baize and Extras
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
An elegant mid-19th century early Victorian rosewood writing slope desk tidy box having an inset
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1850s English Campaign Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Victorian Walnut Writing Slope Ebony and Abalone Shell Decoration to Borders
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
A mid-19th century early Victorian burr walnut writing slope desk tidy box having an inset silver
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1850s English British Colonial Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco Desk Tidy/ Pin Tray. Bronze tiger mounted ob an oval onyx base. Retailed by Asprey of
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Desk Tidy

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Onyx, Bronze

An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London
An Art Deco Desk Tidy by Asprey London
H 9.85 in W 6.5 in D 3.15 in
A William IV rosewood desk tidy attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A William IV rosewood desk tidy attributed to Gillows, of rectangular form with everted, bracket
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1830s English William IV Antique Desk Tidy

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Rosewood

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Mahogany, Letter, Stationery Rack, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique desk tidy. An English, mahogany letter or stationery rack, dating to the
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Desk Tidy

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Mahogany

Small Antique Treen, English, Walnut, Artist's Brush Pot, Desk Tidy, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique treen. An English, walnut artist's brush pot or desk tidy, dating to the
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Late 19th Century British Antique Desk Tidy

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Walnut

Antique Desk Tidy, English, Oak, Tabletop, Pen Tray, Document Drawer, Edwardian.
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique desk tidy. An English, oak tabletop pen tray with drawer, dating to the
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Early 20th Century British Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Fabulous Antique English Equestrian / Horse Racing Desk Tidy, circa 1900
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome and most unusual desk tidy made from English silver plate dating to the late Victorian
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Desk Tidy

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Silver Plate

Antique Letter Holder, German, Desk Tidy, Art Nouveau, after WMF, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique letter holder. A German, cast metal and glass desk tidy of Art Nouveau taste and
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Early 20th Century German Antique Desk Tidy

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Glass

Antique English Horn and Gold Plated Novelty Desk Tidy, Lizard with Glass Eyes
Located in Bath, GB
A charming and unusual desk tidy / dish, perfect for keeping bits and pieces tidy on the desk-top
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1880s English Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Gold Plate

Charming Cold Painted Bronze Dog "Vide Poche" / Desk Tidy, circa 1910
Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous antique desk tidy or "Vide Poche" (empty pocket); the base made for a circular polished
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1910s Austrian Antique Desk Tidy

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Onyx

Antique English Crocodile / Alligator Inkwell / Desk Tidy, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
A truly magnificent and scarce novelty inkwell, cast in the form of a Crocodile / Alligator, in heavy solid brass. The hinged lid to the centre lifts to reveal a central section w...
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1880s English Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

An English hallmarked silver postal letter rack or desk tidy, Chester 1896 – 7
Located in Central England, GB
A rare late Victorian hallmarked silver postal letter rack or desk tidy which would be ideal for
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Inkstand 1880 Inkwell Desk Tidy Pen Tray
By Walter and John Barnard
Located in London, GB
Base. This Inkstand / desk tray is in excellent condition with no damage. STOCK CODE - INK01 VIC01.
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand / Inkwell / Desk Tidy 1871
By James Dixon & Sons
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Antique Victorian Solid Silver Inkstand with two glass lined Inkwells with hinged lids. The base of the inkstand has a classic Greek Key pattern around the sides and rows...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Sterling Silver

Dog Pen Tidy Inkwell Black Forest
By Black Forest
Located in Newark, England
Black Forest oversized novelty pen tray combined inkwell. The desk tidy modelled as a dog hinged at
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Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Desk Tidy

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Wood

Dog Pen Tidy Inkwell  Black Forest
Dog Pen Tidy Inkwell  Black Forest
H 5.52 in W 11.82 in D 6.7 in
Rare & Unusual Tortoiseshell & Silver Double Desk Clip Dated London 1882
Located in London, GB
A rare & beautiful tortoiseshell double desk clip. Both functional & decorative, the finely cast
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19th Century British Antique Desk Tidy

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Silver

Charming Arts & Crafts Golden Oak Stationary Box
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
attractive wavy edge The rack is in very attractive condition it will keep any desk tidy The box is 15
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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Richard Rathbone, Attributed to C F A Voysey Arts & Crafts Copper Desk Ink Well
By Richard Rathbone, Charles Voysey
Located in London, GB
Richard Llewellyn Benson Rathbone. Attributed to C.F.A. Voysey An Arts & Crafts large copper desk
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1910s English Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Copper

Small Antique Vesta Holder, English, Silver Plate, Decorative, Table, Treen
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
or as a distinctive desk tidy. Delivered polished and ready to use. Dimensions: Max Width: 8.5cm
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Early 20th Century British Antique Desk Tidy

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Silver Plate

Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Otter Tray
By Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann)
Located in Newark, England
A charming Austrian cold painted bronze desk tidy of an otter. The tray of square form with an
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Late 19th Century Austrian Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Bronze

Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Otter Tray
Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Otter Tray
H 2.17 in W 8.27 in D 5.12 in
Early 20th century Scandinavian pokerwork tine box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
desk tidy.
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Early 20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Antique Desk Tidy

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Pine

Gordon Russell, a Cheese Board Made of Ash and a Walnut Desk Pen Tidy
By Gordon Russell
Located in London, GB
A pen tidy made of walnut: Length 14.5, width 4.5 inches, height 2 inches.
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Ash, Walnut

Antique Decorative Cigar Box, English, Tunbridge Ware, Keepsake, Desk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique decorative cigar box. An English, Tunbridge ware inlaid keepsake box or desk
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Boxwood, Fruitwood

Antique English Novelty Horse Racing / Jockey Dish, circa 1890
Located in Bath, GB
made from English polished brass. Perfect for candy, a desk tidy or perhaps change or cufflinks at
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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

Antique Butler's Stationery Tidy, Oak, Storage Box, Arts & Crafts, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique butler's stationery tidy. An English, oak storage box in Arts & Crafts taste
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Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Tidy

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Oak

Pair of 19th Century Miniature Chest of Drawers in Birdseye Maple
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A superb quality pair of William IV period miniature Chests of Drawers or Desk Tidies in birdseye
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Early 19th Century British William IV Antique Desk Tidy

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Birdseye Maple

Antique English Olivewood Letter or Note Tidy, Artist's Palettes, circa 1900
Located in Bath, GB
A most unusual late Victorian wall-hanging letter or note tidy, perfect for the artist in your life
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Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Olive

Small 19th Century Pine Tabletop Deed Box
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
a place to keep you desk tidy The box measures 21’’ wide x 15.5” deep and stands 10" high
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

19th Century English Mahogany and Leather Writing Table Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
edges. The case is supported by delicate turned legs and the tidiness of the desk has a regency style
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Brass

Gilt and Bronze Mounted Mahogany Leather Topped Writing Desk
Located in New York, NY
desk neat and tidy. When not in use, the Cartonnier can be removed, creating even more workspace
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19th Century Antique Desk Tidy

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Mahogany

18th Century Tall Italian Secretaire on Stand from Sologne, France
Located in New Orleans, LA
Arched top with doors that open to shelving over a tidy little desk with drawer. Two pieces that
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18th Century Italian Other Antique Desk Tidy

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Wood

Antique Double Ink Well, English, Mahogany, Desk Tidy, Aesthetic Period, 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique double ink well. An English, ebonized mahogany desk tidy from the Aesthetic
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Mahogany

Folk Art Spill Vase Central Europe Hand-Carved and Painted, 19th Century Ca.1850
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
countries. This spill vase would make a unique desk tidy or pen / pencil holder.
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Mid-19th Century European Folk Art Antique Desk Tidy

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Wood

Rare Victorian Silver Dish in Form of a Jockey's Cap
By Lionel Edwards
Located in London, GB
made as a private commission, it can be used as a food serving dish, as a desk tidy or purely as a
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1890s English Late Victorian Antique Desk Tidy

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Sterling Silver

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Antique Desk Tidy For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique desk tidy you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An antique desk tidy — often made from wood, metal and oak — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique desk tidy — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique desk tidy is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Arts and Crafts and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique desk tidy over the years, but those crafted by Albert Marionnet, James Dixon & Sons and Lionel Edwards are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Desk Tidy?

The average selling price for an antique desk tidy at 1stDibs is $1,963, while they’re typically $222 on the low end and $12,048 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Desk Tidy
  • 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 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.
  • 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 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.