Antique Primitive Desk
Antique Colonial Primitive Pine Wood Lift Top Schoolmaster's Storage Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Colonial Primitive Pine Wood Lift Top Schoolmaster's Storage Standing Desk with Dovetailed
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Late 19th Century Unknown Other Antique Primitive Desk
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Pine
H 46.5 in W 37.5 in D 24.5 in
Rustic Primitive Working Bench, France, Early 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic working bench that exudes a raw, handcrafted charm, showcasing the wear and patina from decades, if not centuries, of use. Made from solid, heavy wood, the bench features a st...
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Early 19th Century French Rustic Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Antique Rustic Colonial Cherry Walnut Tall Schoolmasters Desk Stand Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Rustic Colonial Cherry Walnut Tall Schoolmasters Desk Stand Table. Item featured has a lift
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19th Century Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Cherry
Antique Postmaster Desk, Solid Walnut
Located in Oakwood, GA
Antique Postmaster Desk, Solid Walnut, Circa 1830, 75.5"H
So cool!
What a great find and a true
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Early 19th Century Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Walnut
Vintage Bronze Bracelet Cuff Object with Unique Markings
Located in New York, NY
Exact origin unknown. Handsome desk accessory.
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Early 20th Century French Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Bronze
Antique Cast Iron Amish Man and Woman Couple Bookends, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique cast iron Amish man and woman couple bookends - a pair. Item features nice small size, original distressed paint, very nice antique pair. Circa early 1900s. Measurements: 4.5...
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Early 20th Century Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Iron
1890-1910 Oak Writing Table, Late-Art Nouveau, Norway / Denmark
Located in Skien, NO
Primitive antique writing desk/office table, handcrafted in Norway / Denmark between 1890-1910, is
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Late 19th Century Danish Art Nouveau Antique Primitive Desk
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Brass, Bronze
Japanese Antique Dining Table Desk Primitive Japandi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
This is an old desk from Japan.
The main body is made of chestnut or ash wood.
Since it is deep, I
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Antique Single Plank Primitive Console/Desk/Dining Table
Located in London, GB
A primitive wabi-sabi style console or desk or petite dining table.
Rare large single plank top
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1920s Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Japanese Antique Desk Table 1930s-1950s Primitive Japandi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
This is an old desk from Japan.
It was used in an old Western-style building.
This desk is a fusion
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Primitive 18th C. Chestnut & Elm Portuguese Table/Desk Wabi Sabi
Located in London, GB
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Perfect as a desk.
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18th Century Portuguese Antique Primitive Desk
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Chestnut, Elm
Antique Primitive Maple Campaign Style Folding Farm / Dining Table Or Desk
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a cool table. It as an antique maple hand hewn farm table that folds into a space saver! Note the turned legs and construction underneath. It is in very good antique conditi...
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Antique Primitive Desk
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Maple
Rare Antique Teak Wood Console or Desk
Located in New York, NY
Antique colonial desk or console. The patina on this teak wood is beautiful. Hand carved legs with
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Early 1900s Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood, Paint
Andrianna Shamaris Wabi Sabi Teak Wood Dining Table or Desk
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
This dining table was sourced in the spirit of Wabi-sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty can be found in imperfection and impermanence. It’s a beauty of things modest and humble. ...
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Early 1900s Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Antique Wabi Sabi Dining Table or Desk, Anonymous, Scandinavia c. 1800s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A wonderful antique wabi sabi dining table or desk with curved legs from Norway, Scandinavia, c
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Early 19th Century Norwegian Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
H 28.75 in W 81.5 in D 32.29 in
Antique New England T-Back Punch Holes Seat Maple Chair, 1880s
Located in Germantown, MD
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Antique maple Chair, Punched Hole Seat, Perforated Seat, Primitive Chair, Rustic, Desk Chair, Dining Chair
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Late 19th Century American High Victorian Antique Primitive Desk
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Maple
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Primitive Painted Tall Desk
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
very primitive lift top desk from a school in old green paint
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Early 20th Century American Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Guatemala Primitive Desk/Table
Located in Round Top, TX
Primitive Desk/Table with Two Drawers
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Early 20th Century Guatemalan Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Primitive Desk Chair, Sweden 18th Century
Located in Culver City, CA
Primitive Desk Chair, Sweden 18th Century.
Hand carved details with original paint remnants.
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18th Century Swedish Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Primitive Desk/Side Table with Simple Drawer
Located in Culver City, CA
Primitive desk / side table with single drawer single board split top.
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19th Century Italian Antique Primitive Desk
Materials
Wood
Tall White Primitive Desk
Located in Culver City, CA
An early standing desk, with worn white paint and original brass hardware.
Made in France circa
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1870s French Country Antique Primitive Desk
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Brass
Antique Pine Wood Primitive Desk, Spain
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Antique pine wood desk with a large drawer. From Spain. Circa 1820s.
Excellent patina. Perfect for
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1820s Spanish Antique Primitive Desk
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Pine
Primitive Counterweighted Desk Lamp
Located in Culver City, CA
Early anglepoise styling of a primitive desk lamp with counterbalance weight, original paint.
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Early 20th Century English Antique Primitive Desk
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Metal
Early 19thc Pennsylvania Original Grey Painted Slant Top Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic early 19thc original blue/grey slant top primitive desk.This desk has the best old worn
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19th Century American Antique Primitive Desk
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Pine
Primitive Children's School Desk
Located in Culver City, CA
Wonderful early bank of desks with individual flip up storage.
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19th Century French Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Primitive Console / Desk, France 1790
Located in Culver City, CA
Primitive Console / Desk
France, 1790
Composed of oak, with drawer on each end.
42"L x 24"d x 27"h
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1790s French Directoire Antique Primitive Desk
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Oak
Primitive / Country Style Wooden School Desk / Table
Located in Oakville, CT
Antique Primitive country / farm style wooden desk / school table with a single drawer. Incredible
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Early 20th Century American Country Antique Primitive Desk
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Metal
Late 18th Century French Primitive Slanted School Desk
Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire
A late 18th century French primitive slanted school desk. Featuring its original dry scraped paint
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Late 18th Century Antique Primitive Desk
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Pine
Primitive Painted Pine Wooden Antique Industrial Standing Plan Desk
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous primitive painted pine wooden antique industrial standing plan desk. Beautiful condition
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Late 19th Century American Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Early 20th c. Primitive Farmhouse Desk, c.1920-1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
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A rustic primitive farmhouse desk with one drawer and metal pull. Painted wood on the bottom
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Early 20th Century Rustic Antique Primitive Desk
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Oak
Primitive Antique Early American Cherry Slant Top Writing School Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
A charming 19th century slant top writing desk. Made from cherry with turned legs leading to peg
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19th Century American Colonial Antique Primitive Desk
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Cherry
Primitive Antique Early American Pine Slant Top Writing Desk Country Farmhouse
Located in Dayton, OH
American pine slant top writing desk, circa 19th century. Features an aged distressed patina. Great
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19th Century Rustic Antique Primitive Desk
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Pine
H 35 in W 25 in D 38 in
Primitive Swedish Writing Table in Oak
Located in Nashville, TN
Primitive Swedish writing table in oak. Original black paint on the top, which opens for storage.
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1880s Antique Primitive Desk
An Americana 19th Century Tavern Table/Desk
Located in Bellport, NY
A one drawer early 19th century pine wood desk/table. Original iron casters on feet, seats four
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19th Century American Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
18th Century Spanish Wooden Folding Table/ Writing Desk
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful Spanish table with an iron support. This table has a simple and straightforward design, and the support beneath it scrolls from one side to other beneath. As you can see on...
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18th Century Spanish Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Original Rustic & Primitive Petite French Writing Table w/Drawer
Located in Chicago, IL
nightstand in the bedroom, as an end table in the parlor, or as a small desk for jotting notes and paying
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1780s French Country Antique Primitive Desk
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Walnut
Antique American Gray Distress Painted 1 Drawer Small Work Table Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American gray distress painted one drawer small work table desk. Item features solid wood
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Early 20th Century North American Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Large Antique Partners Desk
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Very Large amazing partners desk. English solid wood with multiple drawers and cabinets for lots of
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Mid-19th Century Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Pine
Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Writing Desk Secretary Cabinet Cupboard
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful plantation or secretary desk featuring primitive styling with upper cabinet or bookcase
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Early 19th Century American Colonial Antique Primitive Desk
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Poplar, Walnut
H 70 in W 45 in D 28.5 in
Primitive Painted Post Office Desk
Located in Troy, MI
Circa 1900 postal sorting desk with attached mail compartments. There are 48 mail cubbies that
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Early 20th Century English Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Industrial Zinc Top Work Table
Located in Culver City, CA
Primitive work table with large pull out drawer, and original zinc top.
Made in Italy circa 1790.
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18th Century and Earlier Italian Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Zinc
French 18th Century Solid Oak Writing Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
writing desk or display table. Be sure to view all the images to see the details of this wonderful table
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18th Century French Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood, Oak
19th century American Primitive Writing Desk
Located in Savannah, GA
American Primitive that was crudely made with square nails and iron hinges. All original in as
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1850s American Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Pine
Early 20th Century Primitive Spanish Desk
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Primitive Spanish table or desk, originally used as a tailors cutting table, fabulous size for a
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Early 20th Century Spanish Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Japanese Antique Old Desk Storage Rack Primitive
Located in Chiba, Chiba
This is a desk from the Taisho period.
It is a rare type with a storage shelf on the top plate.
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Japanese Antique Desk Table 1912s-1930s Primitive Japandi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
This is an old Japanese desk.
It was made from the Taisho period to the early Showa period.
It was
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Primitive Antique Solid Walnut Plantation Desk Stepback Cabinet Hutch Bookcase
Located in Dayton, OH
Primitive antique solid walnut plantation desk stepback cabinet hutch bookcase
Late 19th century
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Late 19th Century Mission Antique Primitive Desk
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Walnut
H 81 in W 37.5 in D 24 in
Antique 19th Century Early American Primitive Walnut Side End Accent Table Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Early American19th century side table or work desk. Made of walnut featuring rectangular
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19th Century American Colonial Antique Primitive Desk
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Walnut
H 28.5 in W 26 in D 21 in
18th Century French Provincial Primitive Larch Wood Side Table or Desk with Draw
Located in Birmingham, AL
A wonderful 18th century French provincial primitive larch wood side table or desk, circa 1770s
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18th Century French Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
H 29.25 in W 46.5 in D 24.25 in
French Primitive Work Table
Located in Culver City, CA
Primitive work table / desk.
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18th Century and Earlier French Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Primitive Jewelers Work Table
Located in Culver City, CA
Primitive work / desk with 3/4 surround original worn surface, clean line.
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18th Century and Earlier Belgian Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
c.1600 Primitive Spanish Secretary
Located in Chicago, IL
Handmade primitive Spanish desk with extensive inlay. We were told by a European antique expert
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18th Century and Earlier Spanish Antique Primitive Desk
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Fruitwood
c.1600 Primitive Spanish Secretary
Located in Chicago, IL
Handmade primitive Spanish desk with extensive inlay. We were told by a European antique expert
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18th Century and Earlier Spanish Antique Primitive Desk
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Fruitwood
c.1600 Primitive Antique Spanish Secretary w/Marquetry
Located in Chicago, IL
Handmade primitive Spanish desk with extensive inlay. We were told by a European antique expert
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18th Century and Earlier Spanish Antique Primitive Desk
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Fruitwood
Drop Leaf Table / Desk, France, circa 1840
Located in Culver City, CA
Drop leaf table / desk, France circa 1840.
Weathered wooden surface, with original paint
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1840s French Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
Materials
Wood
19th Century Rustic Spanish Catalan Oak Console Table or Desk
Located in Birmingham, AL
by an "X" shaped stretcher, this primitive antique Spanish trestle table from a Spanish vineyard
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1890s Spanish Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Oak, Pine
Primitive Hand Crafted Writing Desk in Pine, Made by a Swedish Carpenter, 1800s
Located in Odense, DK
This primitive desk, hailing from 19th-century Sweden, reflects the rustic charm and simplicity of
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19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Primitive Desk
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Pine
H 28.55 in W 38.59 in D 29.53 in
Primitive Painted Desk
Located in Culver City, CA
Two-drawer desk in worn period finish with remnants of the original paint.
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Early 20th Century French Antique Primitive Desk
Materials
Wood
Swedish Primitive Country Desk
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedish Primitive Country Desk, Its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints
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1870s Swedish Country Antique Primitive Desk
Materials
Wood
Antique Pine Wood American Primitive Flip Storage Work Plantation Desk Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique pine wood American primitive flip storage work plantation desk table. Item features
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19th Century North American Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Pine
H 35 in W 26 in D 23.5 in
Antique Primitive Colonial Cherry Walnut Tall Schoolmasters Desk Stand Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Primitive Colonial Cherry Walnut Tall Schoolmasters Desk Work Stand Table. Item featured
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19th Century Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Chestnut, Walnut
Antique American 19th Century Painted Clerks Plantation Desk
Located in Richmond, Surrey
American primitive 19th century green painted clerks desk, possibly a plantation desk,
circa 1880
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1870s American Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
Materials
Pine
Early-Mid 19th c. Primitive Farmhouse Cabinet c.1820-1840
Located in San Francisco, CA
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A 19th century hand made primitive farmhouse cabinet with brass lock and large interior
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Early 19th Century American Rustic Antique Primitive Desk
Materials
Brass
Primitive American Farm Table Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Primitive American farm table desk or work table made of walnut and fronted by one large drawer
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19th Century American Rustic Antique Primitive Desk
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique Old Table Desk Keyaki Wood Primitive
Located in Chiba, Chiba
This is a small table from the Taisho period.
The understated design is simple and cute.
It has one drawer.
The material is zelkova wood.
The wood grain of the top plate is beaut...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Antique Primitive Pine Tennessee Farmhouse Harvest Plank Dining Table Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique primitive Tennessee farm house breakfast / dining table or desk. Made of pine planks
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Early 20th Century Rustic Antique Primitive Desk
Materials
Pine
Antique French Provincial Primitive Farmhouse Country Pine Dining Table or Desk
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Antique French Provincial / Country / Farmhouse dining table, large side table or buffet or desk
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Primitive Desk
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Pine
H 28.75 in W 50.25 in D 31.75 in
1860s Edo Japanese antique wabi sabi urushi low writing desk primitive tea table
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
156 to 159 years-old antique low writing desk with 2 drawers.
product of Keio period (1865-1868
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
H 11.22 in W 36.81 in D 13.66 in
Painted Dressing Table or Desk
Located in Sheffield, MA
American pine vanity has a pair of paneled full-length drawers with brass knobs and turned legs.
Opening for seating 17", clearance to bottom of drawers 22".
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19th Century American Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
Materials
Brass
Antique Mahogany Dovetailed Officer's Writing or Desk Box
Located in Doylestown, PA
handsome lap desk style box with a nicely fitted interior and a well-crafted, simple design. It has a
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Late 19th Century Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Brass
19th century English Pine Oak Bible Box Display Stand Desk Lectern Gothic
Located in Shreveport, LA
~Direct from England~
~When on a buying trip in Europe, we never pass up one of these antique Bible boxes, they’re on the permanent “must find” list…and yet this is one of the first ...
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19th Century British Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
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Oak
H 12.25 in W 28.5 in D 17.25 in
Unusual Scholars Wood Carved Primitive Desk
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Unusal scholars style primitive desk of native Indonesian wood with a wonderful patina. No drawer
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19th Century Indonesian Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Small Painted Table
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Small primitive desk with two drawers and simple tapered legs. Not original brass handles.
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Early 20th Century Antique Primitive Desk
Materials
Pine
Wooden Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wooden Desk
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1890s American Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
Materials
Wood
19th Century Five Drawer Wooden Writing Desk
Located in New Rochelle, NY
American primitive 19th century wooden writing desk with five deep set keyhole drawers that go the
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19th Century American Primitive Antique Primitive Desk
Materials
Wood
Spanish Primitive Single Drawer Work Table (reference # PAR49)
Located in San Francisco, CA
Extremely primitive and rare piece of pine. These pieces usually do not survive because of soft
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18th Century and Earlier Spanish Antique Primitive Desk
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Lady’s Desk or Vanity in Mahogany, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
By Up Závody
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful midcentury desk, originally used as a desk for a lady, or vanity in the bedroom. The table is elegant combination of lighter birch wood on the sides and mahogany wood on to...
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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Antique Primitive Desk
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Birch, Mahogany
1960s National Mt Airy Mahogany Chippendale Writing Desk
By National Mt. Airy
Located in Germantown, MD
Vintage Mahogany Chippendale writing desk by National Mount Airy Furniture of North Carolina.
Measures 34 W x 23.25" D x 38.25' H. Writing height in 30". Shelf is removable.
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Mid-20th Century North American Chippendale Antique Primitive Desk
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Brass
English Pine Two Drawer Table
Located in Wilson, NC
English pine two drawer table in England, they refer to this as ''pitch pine'', here we call it ''heart pine'', by whatever term, it is beautiful wood with bold color and grain. The ...
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1870s English Antique Primitive Desk
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Brass
RusticRustic Folk Art Alpine Chest, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Remarkable 19th century chest, made of solid larch wood, which embodies the rustic charm of the Alpine folk art of the Haute-Maurienne region of Savoie. This piece was originally use...
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19th Century French Rustic Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
1800s Hancrafted Tall Slant Top Secretary Desk
Located in Germantown, MD
1800s Hancrafted tall slant top secretary desk. Wood appears to be flame maple. Solid dove tail joints. Turned legs and carved apron. Some wear appropriate with age and use. Lid is d...
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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Antique Primitive Desk
Materials
Pine
Brutalist Wabi Sabi Dining Table, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Farmhouse table from 19th-century France, exuding rustic charm with its beautiful patina and showcasing a rich history. The two drawers make this table highly practical, serving as b...
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Late 19th Century French Brutalist Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
Rustic Wabi Sabi Desk, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
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19th Century French Rustic Antique Primitive Desk
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Wood
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Antique Primitive Desk For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique primitive desk for your home. Frequently made of wood, pine and softwood, every antique primitive desk was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an antique primitive desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique primitive desk, designed in the style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one antique primitive desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Andrianna Shamaris produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Antique Primitive Desk?
Prices for an antique primitive desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $325 and can go as high as $8,875, while the average can fetch as much as $1,558.
Questions About Antique Primitive Desk
- What is an antique Davenport desk?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An 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, 2022A 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.
- What are antique desks called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What 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, 2022A 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, 2021An 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, 2022To 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.