Roll Top
Antique Early 1800s Italian Neoclassical Desks
Bronze
Early 20th Century European Louis Philippe Cabinets
Oak
Antique 19th Century American Federal Secretaires
Bronze
Antique 19th Century American Desks and Writing Tables
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate
Silver Plate
Antique 19th Century English Campaign Desks
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Desks and Writing Ta...
Wood
Antique 1880s Desks
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Decorative Boxes
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Taiwanese Scandinavian Modern Desks
Teak
Antique 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Desks and Writing Tables
Mahogany
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Desks and Writing Tables
Mahogany
Late 20th Century British Georgian Children's Furniture
Hardwood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Felt, Walnut
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Desks
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1920s English Desks and Writing Tables
Oak
Antique Early 1800s Austrian Neoclassical Secretaires
Cherry
Antique 19th Century Sheraton Desks
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian Bathroom Fixtures
Copper
Early 20th Century French Empire Desks and Writing Tables
Marble, Ormolu
Antique 1780s French Louis XVI Secretaires
Kingwood, Yew
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Bathroom Fixtures
Copper, Metal
20th Century French Louis XV Desks
Bronze
Antique 18th Century French Directoire Desks
Marble
Early 20th Century American Desks
Oak
Vintage 1950s Desks
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Metal, Ormolu
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Desks
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Desks
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Desks
Steel
Antique Early 1900s Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Early 20th Century Regency Desks
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1910s American Desks
Mahogany, Softwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Teak
Early 20th Century North American Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Vintage 1920s Desks
Kingwood
Antique Late 18th Century Baltic Baltic Secretaires
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Empire Desks and Writing Tables
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables
Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Secretaires
Pine
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Desks
Oak
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes
Teak, Cork
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Desks
Teak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Aluminum, Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Desks
Aluminum
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Secretaires
Walnut, Glass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Art Deco Cabinets
Wood, Mahogany
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- What is a roll top desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A roll top desk is a piece of furniture that has a wooden cover that can be pulled down when the desk is not in use. Shop a collection of roll top furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a roll top desk called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sometimes, roll-top desks are called tambours, sliding roll desks or roll-up desks. However, roll-top is the most commonly used name. The style of desk became popular during the 19th century. You can find a range of roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A roll top desk kept small essentials and paperwork organized. The roll top design was ideal for business people to secure their desks at the end of the day without filing away their work. Browse a variety of roll top desks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Roll-top desks are originally from the late 18th century in the Georgian era of England. By the middle of the Victorian era, they were found in most offices and produced on a large scale. Shop a range of antique roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A roll top desk can be worth anywhere between $3,000 to $6,000, depending on the condition, materials used and time of manufacturing. Roll top desks are expensive, as they are very popular on the antique furniture market and are considered timeless collectibles. Shop a range of antique and vintage roll top 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.
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