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Jens Risom Wall Mounted Walnut and Brass Dresser with Fold Out Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Wall Mounted Walnut and Brass Dresser with Fold Out Desk This dresser measures: 54 wide
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Jens Risom Wall Mounted Walnut and Brass Dresser with Fold Out Desk
Jens Risom Wall Mounted Walnut and Brass Dresser with Fold Out Desk

Jens Risom Wall Mounted Walnut and Brass Dresser with Fold Out Desk

H 24 in W 54 in D 21 in
Mid-19th Century Chinese Export Camphorwood Campaign Chest
Located in Stamford, CT
fold out desk with old green felt on writing surface and several interior cubbies. One of carrying
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Anglo-Indian Desks

Materials

Wood

Mid-19th Century Chinese Export Camphorwood Campaign Chest
Mid-19th Century Chinese Export Camphorwood Campaign Chest

Mid-19th Century Chinese Export Camphorwood Campaign Chest

H 37.5 in W 35 in D 18 in
Maitland Smith Leather Fold Out Secretary Desk
By Maitland Smith
Located in Countryside, IL
Maitland Smith Leather Fold Out Secretary Desk This secretary measures: 26 wide x 20 deep x 50.25
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Desks

Materials

Leather, Wood

Maitland Smith Leather Fold Out Secretary Desk
Maitland Smith Leather Fold Out Secretary Desk

Maitland Smith Leather Fold Out Secretary Desk

H 50.25 in W 26 in D 20 in
Antique Victorian English Bramah Leather Fold-out Correspondence Writing Desk
By Joseph Bramah
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Beautiful & Luxurious Handcrafted Victorian Bramah Hardwood Fold-out Travelling Writing Companion
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian English Bramah Leather Fold-out Correspondence Writing Desk
Antique Victorian English Bramah Leather Fold-out Correspondence Writing Desk

Antique Victorian English Bramah Leather Fold-out Correspondence Writing Desk

H 6.5 in W 14.57 in D 10.63 in
Antique English Victorian Bramah Leather Fold-out Stationary Writing Desk
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Beautiful & Luxurious Handcrafted Victorian Bramah Fold-out Travelling Writing Companion With
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Antique English Victorian Bramah Leather Fold-out Stationary Writing Desk
Antique English Victorian Bramah Leather Fold-out Stationary Writing Desk

Antique English Victorian Bramah Leather Fold-out Stationary Writing Desk

H 6.5 in W 14.57 in D 10.63 in
ClassiCon Jean Fold Out Table by Eileen Gray
By Eileen Gray
Located in New York, NY
", wrote Eileen Gray, "that at the same time can serve as a desk. For entertaining one moves all the pieces
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

ClassiCon Jean Fold Out Table by Eileen Gray
ClassiCon Jean Fold Out Table by Eileen Gray

ClassiCon Jean Fold Out Table by Eileen Gray

H 28.35 in W 51.19 in D 27.56 in
Rare 'Tecton' Secretary Cabinet by Oswald Vermaercke for V-Form, 1965
By V-Form, Oswald Vermaercke
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
this design. On the upper part it features a fold-out desk top and plenty of illuminated storage space
Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Metal

Rare 'Tecton' Secretary Cabinet by Oswald Vermaercke for V-Form, 1965
Rare 'Tecton' Secretary Cabinet by Oswald Vermaercke for V-Form, 1965

Rare 'Tecton' Secretary Cabinet by Oswald Vermaercke for V-Form, 1965

H 47.25 in W 51.19 in D 20.48 in
19th Century Two-Piece Camphor Wood Campaign Chest with Folding Writing Desk
Located in Madrid, ES
hidden fold-out writing desk. The attractive "blonde" camphor wood is contrasted with dark ebony painted
Category

Antique 19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century Two-Piece Camphor Wood Campaign Chest with Folding Writing Desk
19th Century Two-Piece Camphor Wood Campaign Chest with Folding Writing Desk

19th Century Two-Piece Camphor Wood Campaign Chest with Folding Writing Desk

H 41.74 in W 38.59 in D 18.51 in
Anglo Indian Sadeli Inlay Lap Desk, with Fitted Interiors
Located in Bradenton, FL
. Interior has multiple compartments and folds out into a lap desk with blue velvet lining. Brass handles to
Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Scholar's Objects

Materials

Bone, Wood

Anglo Indian Sadeli Inlay Lap Desk, with Fitted Interiors
Anglo Indian Sadeli Inlay Lap Desk, with Fitted Interiors

Anglo Indian Sadeli Inlay Lap Desk, with Fitted Interiors

H 6 in W 15.5 in D 11.5 in
Hollywood Swank Faux Gator Highboy Secretary Desk Combination by Michael Amini
Located in Delray Beach, FL
authentic Hollywood feel Highboy design with fold-out secretary desk for space-saving Constructed from high
Category

1990s Chinese Modern Secretaires

Materials

Chrome

Hollywood Swank Faux Gator Highboy Secretary Desk Combination by Michael Amini
Hollywood Swank Faux Gator Highboy Secretary Desk Combination by Michael Amini

Hollywood Swank Faux Gator Highboy Secretary Desk Combination by Michael Amini

H 60.5 in W 20 in D 42.5 in
Art Deco Macassar Ebony Vitrine Cabinet with Bar and Secretary Desk
Located in Van Nuys, CA
top. Underneath is a fold out secretary desk with two large doors which open up to adjustable shelving
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Steel

Art Deco Macassar Ebony Vitrine Cabinet with Bar and Secretary Desk
Art Deco Macassar Ebony Vitrine Cabinet with Bar and Secretary Desk

Art Deco Macassar Ebony Vitrine Cabinet with Bar and Secretary Desk

H 63 in W 43 in D 17.5 in
Mid-century Walnut Wall Unit in the style of Poul Cadovius, c. 1960
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and one 2-door cabinet which are also height adjustable. The right bay features a fold out apron desk
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Mid-century Walnut Wall Unit in the style of Poul Cadovius, c. 1960
Mid-century Walnut Wall Unit in the style of Poul Cadovius, c. 1960

Mid-century Walnut Wall Unit in the style of Poul Cadovius, c. 1960

H 79 in W 87.25 in D 51 in
Unusual 18th Century Swedish Provincial Gustavian Chest of Drawers
Located in Allerum, SE
Unusual 18th century Swedish provincial Gustavian period bachelor Chest of Drawers with an fold out
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Unusual 18th Century Swedish Provincial Gustavian Chest of Drawers
Unusual 18th Century Swedish Provincial Gustavian Chest of Drawers

Unusual 18th Century Swedish Provincial Gustavian Chest of Drawers

H 36.62 in W 38.98 in D 16.93 in
19th Century Victorian Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
brass mounts and pulls. The middle upper drawer folds out into a secretary desk equipped with a writing
Category

Antique 19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century Victorian Campaign Chest of Drawers
19th Century Victorian Campaign Chest of Drawers

19th Century Victorian Campaign Chest of Drawers

H 39 in W 37 in D 18.25 in
Antique Secretary 19th century
Located in BARCELONA, ES
art to the secretary desk. Intarsia, a technique of inlaying colored pieces of wood to form patterns
Category

Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch

Antique Secretary 19th century
Antique Secretary 19th century

Antique Secretary 19th century

H 56.3 in W 46.46 in D 22.84 in
Italian walnut bureau with writing surface, tuscan cabinetmaking, mid-1700s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
, intimate space. This fold-out writing desk has undoubtedly borne witness to whispered secrets, love letters
Category

Antique Mid-17th Century Italian Directoire Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

Italian walnut bureau with writing surface, tuscan cabinetmaking, mid-1700s
Italian walnut bureau with writing surface, tuscan cabinetmaking, mid-1700s

Italian walnut bureau with writing surface, tuscan cabinetmaking, mid-1700s

H 44.49 in W 57.49 in D 22.05 in
Antique Gustavian Secretary Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
. It has a warm, light gray painted exterior with hints of green. The top folds out to a desk area with
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Antique Gustavian Secretary Cabinet
Antique Gustavian Secretary Cabinet

Antique Gustavian Secretary Cabinet

H 49 in W 47.75 in D 21 in
Italian Renaissance revival Bookcase Secretaire, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
. The lower section includes a fold-out writing desk and ample drawer storage, combining functionality
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Italian Renaissance revival Bookcase Secretaire, 19th Century
Italian Renaissance revival Bookcase Secretaire, 19th Century

Italian Renaissance revival Bookcase Secretaire, 19th Century

H 99 in W 49.5 in D 25 in
English secretary bookcase Arts&Crats 1910
Located in Meulebeke, BE
the writing desk, which folds out and has compartments and drawers to organise your writing supplies
Category

Vintage 1910s English Arts and Crafts Secretaires

Materials

Copper

English secretary bookcase Arts&Crats 1910
English secretary bookcase Arts&Crats 1910

English secretary bookcase Arts&Crats 1910

H 91.34 in W 48.04 in D 16.93 in
19th Century French Console or Desk
Located in New Orleans, LA
Early 19th century French Parisienne Charles X console with a fold out desk, four interior drawers
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X Desks

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Console or Desk
19th Century French Console or Desk

19th Century French Console or Desk

H 41 in W 68.75 in D 19.75 in
Danish Teak Bureau Desk Bookshelf Retro, Midcentury
Located in Greater Manchester, GB
versatile piece. Perfect in centre stage, in a corner, under the stairs, even in the hallway, this desk
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak Bureau Desk Bookshelf Retro, Midcentury
Danish Teak Bureau Desk Bookshelf Retro, Midcentury

Danish Teak Bureau Desk Bookshelf Retro, Midcentury

H 39.38 in W 29.93 in D 17.72 in
Vintage Desk Cabinet in Teak, 1960s
By WK Möbel
Located in HEILOO, NL
Teak wooden cabinet with fold-out desk, produced in Germany in the 1960s. The cabinet has 2
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Metal

Vintage Desk Cabinet in Teak, 1960s
Vintage Desk Cabinet in Teak, 1960s

Vintage Desk Cabinet in Teak, 1960s

H 36.62 in W 39.38 in D 15.75 in
Borge Mogensen Upright Rosewood Desk
Located in Stamford, CT
Upright desk with fold-out work surface. Three drawers. Secret door reveals a vanity mirror. Very
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Borge Mogensen Upright Rosewood Desk
Borge Mogensen Upright Rosewood Desk

Borge Mogensen Upright Rosewood Desk

English Bachelor's Chest
Located in New York, NY
We are proud to offer a fabulous chest in remarkable condition with beautiful fold out writing desk
Category

Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

English Bachelor's Chest
English Bachelor's Chest

English Bachelor's Chest

H 48 in W 44 in D 21 in
A Very Elegant Petite Lady's Bureau
By Charles Chevallier
Located in Vienna, AT
upper cover can be folded out thus becoming a writing desk. Four small drawers and slim compartments for
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Secretaires

Materials

Tulipwood

A Very Elegant Petite Lady's Bureau
A Very Elegant Petite Lady's Bureau

A Very Elegant Petite Lady's Bureau

H 47.64 in W 31.89 in D 11.23 in
Rare Mahogany Regency Classical Secretary
By J. & J.W. Meeks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
original. The slanted top folds out to make a desk; however, there has been damage to the right hinge and
Category

Antique 19th Century American Secretaires

Rare Mahogany Regency Classical Secretary
Rare Mahogany Regency Classical Secretary

Rare Mahogany Regency Classical Secretary

H 89.5 in W 47 in D 12 in
French 19th Century Mahogany Fold Out Desk Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
resourceful design incorporates a fold out desk into one of its drawers. The case piece has six drawers in
Category

Antique 19th Century French Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

French 19th Century Mahogany Fold Out Desk Commode
French 19th Century Mahogany Fold Out Desk Commode

French 19th Century Mahogany Fold Out Desk Commode

H 44 in W 45.63 in D 22.13 in
Lovely Theodore Alexander Campaign Fold Out Desk Writing Table Leather
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning Theodore Alexander the Residency fold
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Desks

Materials

Leather, Wood

Lovely Theodore Alexander Campaign Fold Out Desk Writing Table Leather
Lovely Theodore Alexander Campaign Fold Out Desk Writing Table Leather

Lovely Theodore Alexander Campaign Fold Out Desk Writing Table Leather

H 32.88 in W 42.13 in L 32.88 in
Lovely Theodore Alexander Campaign Fold Out Desk Writing Table and Chair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning Theodore Alexander The Residency fold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Victorian Desks

Materials

Rattan, Hardwood

Lovely Theodore Alexander Campaign Fold Out Desk Writing Table and Chair
Lovely Theodore Alexander Campaign Fold Out Desk Writing Table and Chair

Lovely Theodore Alexander Campaign Fold Out Desk Writing Table and Chair

H 35.04 in W 41.93 in D 27.56 in
Satinwood Beidermeier Desk
Located in Nantucket, MA
Beidermeier desk, with fold out desk, with nine drawers and cubby interior, and four drawer case
Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Desks

Materials

Satinwood

Satinwood Beidermeier Desk
Satinwood Beidermeier Desk

Satinwood Beidermeier Desk

H 54.5 in W 43 in D 19 in
Mummenthaler and Meier 'Desk in a Box, ' circa 1950
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in London, GB
Teak and birch veneered plywood. Includes fold-out desk top with centre drawer, multiple storage
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Plywood, Teak, Birch

Mummenthaler and Meier 'Desk in a Box, ' circa 1950
Mummenthaler and Meier 'Desk in a Box, ' circa 1950

Mummenthaler and Meier 'Desk in a Box, ' circa 1950

H 41.25 in W 32.25 in D 22 in
Federal Mahogany Secretary Desk With Bookcase Attributed to Imperial Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Federal style bureau with tambour doors, fold-out desk, and bookcase hutch top
Category

Vintage 1940s American Federal Desks

Materials

Brass

Federal Mahogany Secretary Desk With Bookcase Attributed to Imperial Furniture
Federal Mahogany Secretary Desk With Bookcase Attributed to Imperial Furniture

Federal Mahogany Secretary Desk With Bookcase Attributed to Imperial Furniture

H 81.25 in W 36.25 in D 18.5 in
Mummenthaler & Meier "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lighter wood partitions. Fold out desk with painted periwinkle drawer. Very extraordinary. Some signs of
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Mummenthaler & Meier "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet
Mummenthaler & Meier "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet

Mummenthaler & Meier "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet

H 45 in W 64.5 in D 21 in
Antique Federal Style Mahogany Writing Desk with Fold Out
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition
Category

Vintage 1930s American Federal Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique Federal Style Mahogany Writing Desk with Fold Out
Antique Federal Style Mahogany Writing Desk with Fold Out

Antique Federal Style Mahogany Writing Desk with Fold Out

H 38.25 in W 32 in D 26 in
Japanese Black Lacquered Cypress Wood Writing Desk, Meiji Period
Located in Prahran, Victoria
wood with a lovely wood grain, it features a fold out desk and multiple small drawers of varying sizes
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Scholar's Objects

Materials

Wood

Japanese Black Lacquered Cypress Wood Writing Desk, Meiji Period
Japanese Black Lacquered Cypress Wood Writing Desk, Meiji Period

Japanese Black Lacquered Cypress Wood Writing Desk, Meiji Period

H 10.63 in W 17.92 in D 12.6 in
Antique South German Marquetry Fruitwood & Walnut Secretary Dresser Desk, 1850
Located in Portland, OR
desk of serpentine shape & having a fold out desk writing surface which encloses drawers and a
Category

Antique 1850s German Baroque Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Fruitwood, Walnut

Antique South German Marquetry Fruitwood & Walnut Secretary Dresser Desk, 1850
Antique South German Marquetry Fruitwood & Walnut Secretary Dresser Desk, 1850

Antique South German Marquetry Fruitwood & Walnut Secretary Dresser Desk, 1850

H 35 in W 35 in D 15.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Mark J. Furst & Robert Fellner Modular Wall Unit Credenda
Located in West Hartford, CT
walnut and brass construction and features a fold out desk surface, three drawers and ample storage space
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Mark J. Furst & Robert Fellner Modular Wall Unit Credenda
Mid-Century Modern Mark J. Furst & Robert Fellner Modular Wall Unit Credenda

Mid-Century Modern Mark J. Furst & Robert Fellner Modular Wall Unit Credenda

H 48 in W 72 in L 48 in
Rare 18th Century French Cherrywood Buffet Deux Corps Writing Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
fold out writing desk or in French, a "scriban". Tall fold out desks such as this, sometimes
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Desks

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rare 18th Century French Cherrywood Buffet Deux Corps Writing Desk
Rare 18th Century French Cherrywood Buffet Deux Corps Writing Desk

Rare 18th Century French Cherrywood Buffet Deux Corps Writing Desk

H 103.13 in W 64.5 in D 30.38 in
Norwegian Rosewood Fold-Up Desk
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Rare 1960s, Norwegian rosewood fold-up desk. This amazing desk folds up into a compact box! Great
Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood, Wood

Norwegian Rosewood Fold-Up Desk
Norwegian Rosewood Fold-Up Desk

Norwegian Rosewood Fold-Up Desk

H 45 in W 64.5 in D 28 in
Stunning Theodore Alexander Campaign Folding Desk Workstation Brown Leather Top
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
used either folded or unfolded, this is the largest version of this desk and has multiple drawers and
Category

20th Century English Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Stunning Theodore Alexander Campaign Folding Desk Workstation Brown Leather Top
Stunning Theodore Alexander Campaign Folding Desk Workstation Brown Leather Top

Stunning Theodore Alexander Campaign Folding Desk Workstation Brown Leather Top

H 33.27 in W 41.93 in D 22.05 in
1960s Poul Hundevad Two Tiered Teak Cabinet with Shelves Bookcase, Desk, & Light
By Poul Hundevad, Hundevad & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1960s stacked bookcases with fold-out desk, six book shelves, organizing shelves, lower
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

1960s Poul Hundevad Two Tiered Teak Cabinet with Shelves Bookcase, Desk, & Light
1960s Poul Hundevad Two Tiered Teak Cabinet with Shelves Bookcase, Desk, & Light

1960s Poul Hundevad Two Tiered Teak Cabinet with Shelves Bookcase, Desk, & Light

H 77 in W 54.5 in D 29.25 in
French 19th Century Walnut Commode/Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This 19th century French commode has a resourceful design that incorporates a fold out desk into
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

French 19th Century Walnut Commode/Desk
French 19th Century Walnut Commode/Desk

French 19th Century Walnut Commode/Desk

H 35.25 in W 45.75 in D 19.75 in
Large Pastoe Wall Unit ''Japan Series '' Cees Braakman 1958 Holland
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Den Haag, NL
. 1 Cabinet with folding out Desk . and 2 with doors . Comes over complete with the rare Chrome
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wenge

Large Pastoe Wall Unit ''Japan Series '' Cees Braakman 1958 Holland
Large Pastoe Wall Unit ''Japan Series '' Cees Braakman 1958 Holland

Large Pastoe Wall Unit ''Japan Series '' Cees Braakman 1958 Holland

H 90.56 in W 122.05 in D 13.78 in
Louis XV Cherrywood Bibliotheque Scriban from Burgundy, France, circa 1750
Located in Dallas, TX
Classic buffet deux corps, meaning a buffet with “two bodies”. However, it is also a fold out writing desk
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Desks

Materials

Brass, Wire

Louis XV Cherrywood Bibliotheque Scriban from Burgundy, France, circa 1750
Louis XV Cherrywood Bibliotheque Scriban from Burgundy, France, circa 1750

Louis XV Cherrywood Bibliotheque Scriban from Burgundy, France, circa 1750

H 105.375 in W 60.125 in D 22.375 in
Vintage English Mahogany Campaign Butler's Chest of Drawers With Desk (RL)
Located in Centennial, CO
, also called a butler's chest. Seven drawers offer ample storage and the top drawer fold out desk
Category

Mid-20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Vintage English Mahogany Campaign Butler's Chest of Drawers With Desk (RL)
Vintage English Mahogany Campaign Butler's Chest of Drawers With Desk (RL)

Vintage English Mahogany Campaign Butler's Chest of Drawers With Desk (RL)

H 35.5 in W 36 in D 16 in
19th Century British Colonial Brass Inlaid Campaign Chest
Located in Charleston, SC
of camphorwood and contains a fold out desk with blue felt writing surface and concealed storage
Category

Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century British Colonial Brass Inlaid Campaign Chest
19th Century British Colonial Brass Inlaid Campaign Chest

19th Century British Colonial Brass Inlaid Campaign Chest

H 41 in W 41 in D 19 in
19th Century English William and Mary-Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
secret fold-out desk, offering a discreet workspace tucked away from plain sight. Crafted with the
Category

Antique 19th Century English William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Oak

19th Century English William and Mary-Style Chest of Drawers
19th Century English William and Mary-Style Chest of Drawers

19th Century English William and Mary-Style Chest of Drawers

H 35 in W 34.5 in D 19.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Fold Out Secretary Office Desk Cabinet
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage office secretary cabinet desk in rosewood, made in Germany, circa 1960s. This clever piece
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Fold Out Secretary Office Desk Cabinet
Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Fold Out Secretary Office Desk Cabinet

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Fold Out Secretary Office Desk Cabinet

H 58 in W 43.38 in D 19.5 in
Mummenthaler and Meier Teak 'Magic Box' Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Astoria, NY
A multifunctional fold out secretary desk and cabinet, originally designed by Swiss architects
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

Mummenthaler and Meier Teak 'Magic Box' Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet
Mummenthaler and Meier Teak 'Magic Box' Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet

Mummenthaler and Meier Teak 'Magic Box' Fold Out Secretary Desk and Cabinet

H 44.5 in W 66 in D 29.5 in
Exceptional Bonheur du Jour with Viennese Enamel Panels
Located in London, GB
the writing desk folds out from the sloping door at the front. The surface of the desk is lined with
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Desks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu, Bronze

Exceptional Bonheur du Jour with Viennese Enamel Panels
Exceptional Bonheur du Jour with Viennese Enamel Panels

Exceptional Bonheur du Jour with Viennese Enamel Panels

H 87.8 in W 41.74 in D 28.35 in
19th Century Small Antique Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Fold-Out Top
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Small antique mahogany chest of drawers with fold-out top made in Campaign style. Top can be folded
Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Small Antique Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Fold-Out Top
19th Century Small Antique Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Fold-Out Top

19th Century Small Antique Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Fold-Out Top

H 31.89 in W 29.53 in D 17.72 in
Louis Vuitton Stokowski Secretaire Trunk, circa 1990
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
. A drawer for sheet music and music paper. A hanging file drawer. On the door, a fold-out desk. The
Category

1990s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Louis Vuitton Stokowski Secretaire Trunk, circa 1990
Louis Vuitton Stokowski Secretaire Trunk, circa 1990

Louis Vuitton Stokowski Secretaire Trunk, circa 1990

H 37.38 in W 16.5 in D 18.13 in
Modernist Willem Penaat Secretary Cabinet for Metz & Co, Netherlands, 1930
By Willem Penaat 1, Metz & Co.
Located in The Hague, NL
options and fold out desk, this asymmetrical geometrical cabinet is a perfect example of his modernist
Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Modern Cabinets

Materials

Chrome, Nickel

Modernist Willem Penaat Secretary Cabinet for Metz & Co, Netherlands, 1930
Modernist Willem Penaat Secretary Cabinet for Metz & Co, Netherlands, 1930

Modernist Willem Penaat Secretary Cabinet for Metz & Co, Netherlands, 1930

H 35.44 in W 45.67 in D 14.18 in
English Campaign Chest With Writing Desk
Located in Bradenton, FL
Handsome 19th Century English Campaign Chest. Top section of chest folds out and becomes a writing
Category

Antique 19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

English Campaign Chest With Writing Desk
English Campaign Chest With Writing Desk

English Campaign Chest With Writing Desk

H 38 in W 36 in D 18.5 in
19 Century Italian Secretary Cabinet Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A handsome and unique Italian secretary with a fold out and supported desk, 5 drawers, two thin
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Regency Secretaires

Materials

Brass

19 Century Italian Secretary Cabinet Desk
19 Century Italian Secretary Cabinet Desk

19 Century Italian Secretary Cabinet Desk

H 83 in W 37 in D 21 in
19th Century Two-Part Mahogany Campaign Chest with Secretary Desk
Located in New York, NY
banding. A brass bail is mounted at either side of each case. The upper case folds out into a secretary
Category

Antique 19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century Two-Part Mahogany Campaign Chest with Secretary Desk
19th Century Two-Part Mahogany Campaign Chest with Secretary Desk

19th Century Two-Part Mahogany Campaign Chest with Secretary Desk

H 48 in W 42 in D 18.5 in
English George II Neoclassical 4-Drawer Walnut Bureau Desk, circa 1730s
Located in Marbella, ES
size as usual. Desk folds out and each drawer has its own key.
Category

Antique 18th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

English George II Neoclassical 4-Drawer Walnut Bureau Desk, circa 1730s
English George II Neoclassical 4-Drawer Walnut Bureau Desk, circa 1730s

English George II Neoclassical 4-Drawer Walnut Bureau Desk, circa 1730s

H 29.14 in W 29.93 in D 13 in
Walter Wirz writing desk secretary in teak Wilhelm Renz Germany 1960
By Walter Wirz, Wilhelm Renz
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
spring mechanism opens up with opening the folding door and two rail guards that support the desk surface
Category

Vintage 1960s German Scandinavian Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

Walter Wirz writing desk secretary in teak Wilhelm Renz Germany 1960
Walter Wirz writing desk secretary in teak Wilhelm Renz Germany 1960

Walter Wirz writing desk secretary in teak Wilhelm Renz Germany 1960

H 40.16 in W 41.74 in D 18.12 in
Art Deco Macassar Ebony Vitrine Cabinet with Bar and Secretary Desk
Located in Van Nuys, CA
top. Underneath is a fold out secretary desk with two large doors which open up to adjustable shelving
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Steel

Art Deco Macassar Ebony Vitrine Cabinet with Bar and Secretary Desk
Art Deco Macassar Ebony Vitrine Cabinet with Bar and Secretary Desk

Art Deco Macassar Ebony Vitrine Cabinet with Bar and Secretary Desk

H 63 in W 43 in D 17.5 in
Small Maitland Smith Writing Bureau Desk Leather Writing Surface Faux Books
By Maitland Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this lovely small children’s sized Maitland Smith writing bureau desk with
Category

20th Century English Arts and Crafts Children's Furniture

Materials

Wood

Small Maitland Smith Writing Bureau Desk Leather Writing Surface Faux Books
Small Maitland Smith Writing Bureau Desk Leather Writing Surface Faux Books

Small Maitland Smith Writing Bureau Desk Leather Writing Surface Faux Books

H 48.23 in W 25.01 in D 14.97 in
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Fold Out Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the fold out desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and metal, every fold out desk was constructed with great care. Find 8 options for an antique or vintage fold out desk now, or shop our selection of 4 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect fold out desk — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A fold out desk made by Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one fold out desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but ClassiCon, Mummenthaler and Meier and Eileen Gray produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Fold Out Desk?

The average selling price for a fold out desk at 1stDibs is $3,561, while they’re typically $1,575 on the low end and $6,237 for the highest priced.
Questions About Fold Out Desk
  • What is a Murphy desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A Murphy desk is a wall-mounted desk that folds out to provide a work surface for a laptop, tablet, documents, and other items. It is a great solution if you have a little space or don't require a full desk every day. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murphy desks on 1stDibs.
  • How does a folding door work?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Folding doors are also known as bi-fold doors and are constructed with two or more panels that a user can fold or unfold to open or close. These doors are fitted into runners on which they slide and fold when opened or closed. They look like the musical instrument concertina and are also sometimes called by this name in an informal setting.
  • Who invented the folding chair?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Nathaniel Alexander invented the folding chair in 1911. During the 1950s, demand for the chairs skyrocketed with furniture makers like the Fredric Arnold Company in Brooklyn, New York, producing thousands every day. Find a variety of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What is the most comfortable folding chair?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The most comfortable folding chair is really a matter of preference. When shopping for folding chairs, you’ll want to think about how you’ll use them, how often you’ll be using them and if you have a preference with respect to materials. Shop antique, vintage and new folding chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What is the best folding table?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The best folding table depends on which room in your home or office you want it for. It also depends on the purpose of the folding table. On 1stDibs find folding tables for the dining room, folding end tables, coffee tables, tray tables and side tables as well.
  • What is the best folding ladder?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    You can choose any folding ladder according to your taste. Always look out for folding ladders that are long-lasting and have wide steps. Inspect the quality of the hinges, whether or not there are anti-skid platforms, and be sure that the height will be good for your particular project or needs. Find antique and vintage folding ladders on 1stDibs today.
  • Who designed the folding chair?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Opinions vary on who designed the folding chair. Chairs designed to fold have existed since the ancient world, with examples found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Some people argue that the original designer of the modern-day folding chair was John Cram, who patented an idea for a folding chair in 1855. However, others believe that Philip E.G. Harrison should get the credit because his 1931 design more closely resembles the modern-day folding chair. Nathaniel Alexander also contributed to the development of the folding chair with his 1911 chair that included a book rest, as did Frederic Arnold, who created the first folding aluminum chair in 1947. Shop a selection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What are the chairs that fold up called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Chairs that fold up are usually called folding chairs. However, people may refer to them as collapsible chairs as well. Other names for folding chairs designed for outdoor use include deck chairs, beach chairs, lawn chairs, camping chairs and patio chairs. Shop a collection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
  • Do butterfly chairs fold up?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.
  • What is a desk tray?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.
  • What is a waterfall desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.
  • What is a writing desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.

  • What is a kneehole desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.
  • What is a peninsula desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A peninsula desk is a two-sided desk, with each side designed with one long drawer. This functional desk makes working with a partner easy. You can shop a collection of peninsula desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • What is a modular desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.
  • What is a tanker desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A tanker desk is a type of desk made of a simple rectangular working surface that rests on two pedestals. A tanker desk can also take the form of a large surface that rests on a pair of small cabinets consisting of drawers of multiple sizes. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tanker desks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • What is a bed desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.
  • What is a hutch on a desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A hutch is a set of cabinets or shelves placed on top of a desk. Hutches can also be found on counters, drawers, and even cabinets.
  • What is an executive desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.
  • What is a captain's desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A captain’s desk is sometimes referred to as Davenport desk. It is a small desk with an inclined desktop that can be lifted to access large storage space. It has smaller spaces in the form of small drawers and pigeonholes on the sides. This desk owes its name to Captain Josiah Davenport (1771–1836) who was the first to commission the design. Find a collection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs today.
  • How do you date a desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To date a desk, first look for any stamps or labels that tell you the name of the company that produced it. You can then use the maker information to research the piece using trusted online resources. In some cases, you may even find a manufacturing date on the piece. If you have difficulty determining how old a piece is, seek help from a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern desks on 1stDibs.