Felt Desks and Writing Tables

This folding game desk table replicates perfectly the Louis XVI-style elegance in both shape and quality. Boasting double-sided versatility, one face features four petite drawers ne...

This magnificent George II writing chest was crafted by the legendary cabinetmaker Thomas Chippendale. A metamorphic table, the top drawer slides out to reveal a green felted writing station. The timber on this piece is the finest quality Cuban mahogany, and Chippendale’s innovative and signature red wash has preserved the timber to near perfection. The exquisite "Artist's chest" features all the hallmarks of Georgian style, and seldom does one come across a piece of furniture such as this that embodies all of the most important design elements of its era crafted by a master's hand. Mahogany became the preferred medium for fine English furniture beginning in the mid-18th century. Cabinetmakers prized it for its hardness, stability and dynamic grain configuration. The wood displayed an unrivaled brilliance, especially in refined Georgian-period designs in which the natural grain and color of the timber speak for themselves. In 1733, the removal of the import taxes on mahogany made the material easier to obtain, yet it was still the most expensive lumber of the period, a trend that continued well into the 19th century. Chippendale’s utilization of the most handsome timbers with rich, warm patinas, coupled with his uncanny flair for emphasizing the natural beauty of the wood, sets his creations in a class of their own. The talent and genius of Thomas Chippendale's designs dominated the furniture styles of the 18th century. He was the first person to boast such a strong following that an entire style bears his name and not that of a monarch. The son of a Yorkshire cabinetmaker, Chippendale quickly excelled in the family business. By the age of 36, he owned a series of workshops throughout England and an expansive timber yard for harvesting the finest woods. Chippendale's The Gentleman and Cabinetmaker's Director, propelled the craftsman into the international spotlight...

Hand-crafted desk in brushed stainless steel with intricate brass pulls and accents with 3 drawers and embossed black leather top by P.E. Guerin, American c.1950 (signed “P.E.G.” on ...

This fine French late 18th century Louis XVI walnut commode features a top shaped with ears above two quarter round fluted corner columns flanking three bronze accented drawers the upper one made as a pull out writing compartment with felt lined writing surface and fitted with three small compartments for accessories. The commode rests on urn carved front legs and straight rear legs and is retaining its original characteristic Louis XVI hardware.

Small folding table by Portois & Fix Wien. Professionally stained and repolished.

A fine example of a delicate English Edwardian satinwood secretary desk, its domed top including a center single door storage compartment over thre...

Exceptional 20th century Palisander writing desk with armchair from the Art Nouveau period in Austria around 1905. An impressive example of ...

We present you a modern exotic wood piece of furniture, stylized as English furniture. The writing desk is placed on bent legs. There is a drawer under the top and a small add-on uni...

A fine late 18th century Louis XVI period figured mahogany tric trac games table, the top, with leather for writing and baize for cards, lifting to reveal a recessed backgammon board...

An antique Eastlake Davenport ship captain's desk offers walnut construction with burl panels, backsplash with spindle rails and cup-out decorative sides, slant front writing desk op...

Italian Mid-Century Modern complete desk, by Olivetti, designed by Studio BBPR: Ernesto Nathan Rogers (1901-1969) Enrico Peressutti (1908-1976) Barbiano di Belgiojoso (1909-2004) Gian Luigi Banfi (1910-1945) enameled metal desk "Spazio" designed by Olivetti. This 1960 design with its synthesis of styles and materials anticipated post-modernism by over 20 years and won in 1962 the Compasso d'Oro, industrial design award originated in Italy in 1954 from an idea of Gio Ponti and Alberto Rosselli. This one is particularly rare as it has its coordinated detachable side bureau and its adjustable desk spotlight. The main desk enameled in light lime green has 3 side drawers, the side one has 8 small sliding drawers. The writing surfaces are protected by a clear glass that has preserved the green felt. Considering the age, the condition is excellent, only 2 corners show signs of wear due to the attachment of the desk lamp. This design has also been exhibited at the Moma in New York. A very interesting functional collector piece. Stamped: Olivetti Arredamenti Metallici "Spazio". Measures: Larger desk only...

An exceptional 19th century Eastlake Victorian carved walnut and burl wood cylinder secretary desk with glass front bookcase. The desk feature...