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DESKS

This section includes all the writing desks available in our catalogue. A wide selection to help you choose the perfect one to enhance your home spaces. You can choose from: antique desks, wooden desks, desks with mirrors, carved, in style, and much more.

Why choose Di Mano in Mano

Unique items in excellent condition

Unique items in
excellent condition

Each desk is carefully selected by our experts. Enrico Sala, our antiques specialist, is an appraiser at the Collegio Lombardo.

Restoration and customization options

Restoration and
customization options

Have specific needs? Our in-house workshop can restore or customize any desk according to your taste.

Certificate of authenticity

Certificate
of authenticity

Each item comes with a certificate attesting to its origin, period, and characteristics.

Secure packaging and international shipping

Secure packaging
and international shipping

We use professional packaging and ship worldwide, ensuring maximum protection during transport.

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English Liberty Mahogany Writing Desk
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ANTASC0325101

English Liberty Mahogany Writing Desk

England Early 20th Century

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English Liberty Mahogany Writing Desk

England Early 20th Century

This Art Nouveau mahogany writing desk, crafted in England in the early 20th century, features an elegant and functional design. The Art Nouveau lines are highlighted by the maple trim and floral inlays, which enhance the structure. The worktop is enhanced with a faux leather insert, lending a touch of refinement to the piece. A practical drop-down compartment, located at the top, provides discreet storage, while a drawer beneath provides additional functionality. The turned legs, connected by a crosspiece, end on castor feet, making it easy to move and adapt to a variety of settings. The mahogany and maple interiors complete the piece, ensuring quality and longevity.

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420.00€

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Walnut Writing Desk with Turned Legs
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ANTASC0324723

Walnut Writing Desk with Turned Legs

Italy, mid-19th century

ANTASC0324723
Walnut Writing Desk with Turned Legs

Italy, mid-19th century

This late 19th-century Italian walnut writing desk features a classic, functional design. The frame is crafted from walnut, known for its durability and beauty, while the interior is made from fir, a lightweight and durable wood. The drawer nestled in the frame offers convenient storage for documents and personal items, completing the desk's elegant aesthetic. The turned legs lend a touch of refinement to the entire piece, recalling the traditional style of the era. Ideal for spaces seeking a piece of furniture with history and style.

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640.00€

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Antique Desk Directoire Cherrywood Italy XIX Century
ANTASC0324242

Antique Desk Directoire Cherrywood Italy XIX Century

Italy, Early XIX Century

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Antique Desk Directoire Cherrywood Italy XIX Century

Italy, Early XIX Century

This early 19th-century Italian cherrywood Directoire writing table features a simple, elegant design typical of the era. The cherrywood frame offers a warm, natural hue, while the truncated pyramidal legs lend stability and a distinctive look. It features a drawer in the band beneath the top, whose interior has been completely reconstructed using antique wood, thus preserving the piece's historical integrity. This writing table strikes the perfect balance between functionality and style, easily adapting to a variety of settings, from an office to a study.

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520.00€

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Antique Writing Desk Directoire Walnut Drawer Italy XVIII-XIX Century
ANTASC0321190

Antique Writing Desk Directoire Walnut Drawer Italy XVIII-XIX Century

Italy, XVIII-XIX Century

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Antique Writing Desk Directoire Walnut Drawer Italy XVIII-XIX Century

Italy, XVIII-XIX Century

This Directoire walnut writing desk, crafted in Italy between the late 18th and early 19th centuries, features the understated, elegant design typical of this style. The frame is crafted from fine walnut, known for its durability and warm, refined look. The top rests on truncated pyramid legs, providing stability and a simple, geometric aesthetic. A drawer located beneath the top, complete with a metal knob, offers practical storage space for small items. Ideal for spaces requiring a touch of history and refinement, this writing desk is a tangible example of Italian craftsmanship from the Directoire period.

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790.00€

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Antique Desk Empire Walnut Marble Top Italy XIX Century
ANTASC0322971

Antique Desk Empire Walnut Marble Top Italy XIX Century

Italy, Early XIX Century

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Antique Desk Empire Walnut Marble Top Italy XIX Century

Italy, Early XIX Century

An early 19th-century Empire walnut writing desk, characterized by an elegant and refined structure. The top is crafted of white marble, offering a sturdy and valuable surface, while the balustrade is decorated with a central shell carving and eagle heads on the sides, details reminiscent of the Empire style. The band beneath the top houses three drawers, embellished with corners carved with acanthus leaves, adding a touch of sophistication. The lyre-shaped legs, topped with curls, are joined by a molded top, lending stability and a harmonious aesthetic. The poplar interior reveals meticulous craftsmanship. Despite some imperfections, the overall piece represents a distinctive example of period furniture, ideal for classical settings and antique collections.

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850.00€

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Napoleon III Mahogany Day Desk
ANTASC0308562

Napoleon III Mahogany Day Desk

France Second Half of the 19th Century

ANTASC0308562
Napoleon III Mahogany Day Desk

France Second Half of the 19th Century

This Napoleon III-style open writing desk, crafted from fine mahogany, is a distinctive example of French craftsmanship from the second half of the 19th century. The pedestal features four cardboard-lined drawers with green faux leather fronts, each featuring a central locking mechanism activated by the lock on the drawer below. The drawer top features a green leather insert, while a drawer below offers additional open storage lined in maple or cedar. The curved front legs end in a feral metal foot, complemented by flush escutcheons, knobs, handles, and moldings in the same material. The molded base is supported by casters, ensuring ease of movement. This combination of functional and decorative elements makes this piece an elegant furnishing accessory.

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1,650.00€

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Neoclassical Walnut Writing Desk
ANTASC0322602

Neoclassical Walnut Writing Desk

Italy 19th Century

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Neoclassical Walnut Writing Desk

Italy 19th Century

A 19th-century neoclassical walnut writing desk, expertly transformed from a dressing table. This elegant piece is distinguished by its top and sides inlaid with various woods, which enrich the design with an artistic and refined touch. The front features a large drawer beneath the top, flanked by two smaller drawers, offering practicality and style. The truncated pyramidal legs lend stability and a solid appearance to the piece, typical of Italian craftsmanship of the period.

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450.00€

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Antique Writing Desk Bois de Rose Gilded Bronze Italy XX Century
ANTASC0322142

Antique Writing Desk Bois de Rose Gilded Bronze Italy XX Century

France, early 20th century

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Antique Writing Desk Bois de Rose Gilded Bronze Italy XX Century

France, early 20th century

A small, open rosewood writing desk, crafted in France in the early 20th century, featuring an elegant ovoid structure. The surface is embellished with inlaid still lifes in various woods, lending a refined decorative effect. The backsplash features two side doors and a small central drawer surmounted by an open compartment, complemented by a perforated bronze balustrade that adds a touch of classicism. The lower section features a drawer beneath the top, supported by four curved, truncated pyramid legs, connected by an inlaid shelf. The wrought and gilded bronze applications, including the escutcheons, knobs, and footrests, further enhance the piece's aesthetic. The oak interior ensures solidity and durability, making this piece a perfect example of period craftsmanship.

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1,350.00€

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Antique St. Philip Walnut Desk Carvings Italy XX Century
ANTASC0318270

Antique St. Philip Walnut Desk Carvings Italy XX Century

Italy, Mid XX Century

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Antique St. Philip Walnut Desk Carvings Italy XX Century

Italy, Mid XX Century

St. Philip walnut desk. Half of the top and lower section fold down, internal cabinet with four drawers and a central open compartment. Lyre legs supported by arrowheads crafted with scrolls and curls, matching the legs themselves. Italy, mid-20th century.

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850.00€

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Antique Desk Directoire Walnut Iron Italy Late XVIII Century
ANTASC0315557

Antique Desk Directoire Walnut Iron Italy Late XVIII Century

Italy, Late XVIII Century

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Antique Desk Directoire Walnut Iron Italy Late XVIII Century

Italy, Late XVIII Century

Directoire walnut desk. Paneled top, drawer in the band below the top with a rhomboid iron keyhole, and truncated pyramidal legs. Italy, late 18th century.

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750.00€

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Antique Writing Desk Poplar Small Drawer Italy Early XX Century
ANTASC0263062

Antique Writing Desk Poplar Small Drawer Italy Early XX Century

Italy, Early XX Century

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Antique Writing Desk Poplar Small Drawer Italy Early XX Century

Italy, Early XX Century

Antique writing desk, made of poplar and walnut, drawer in the under-counter band, curved crosspiece and legs. Italy, early 20th century.

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570.00€

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Antique Writing Desk Walnut Louis Philippe 5 Drawers XIX Century
ANTASC0303464

Antique Writing Desk Walnut Louis Philippe 5 Drawers XIX Century

Italy, XIX Century

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Antique Writing Desk Walnut Louis Philippe 5 Drawers XIX Century

Italy, XIX Century

Louis Philippe writing desk in walnut. Central drawer in the lower section, curved legs resting on a molded lower shelf, and curled feet. The upper part features a pair of central mirrored doors, four drawers, and side shelves supported by curved, carved uprights.

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1,500.00€

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Baroque Writing Desk Lombardy Second Quarter of the XVIII Century
ANTASC0206738

Baroque Writing Desk Lombardy Second Quarter of the XVIII Century

Lombardy second quarter XVIII century

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Baroque Writing Desk Lombardy Second Quarter of the XVIII Century

Lombardy second quarter XVIII century

Writing desk resting on wavy legs with goat feet, drawer in the band under the top, top and riser with carved crown depicting plant motifs and central star. On the bottom, the riser has a coeval protrusion indicating that the piece of furniture belongs to a boiserie, probably a bookcase. The piece of furniture is decorated with inlays depicting floral motifs present in the solid wood of the top and walnut briar veneer with maple threads also present on the drawer and upstand. Lombardy second quarter XVIII century

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5,600.00€

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Ancient Writing Desk Carlton House Desk George III '800 Mahogany Brass
ANTASC0152927

Ancient Writing Desk Carlton House Desk George III '800 Mahogany Brass

England First quarter of the 19th century George III

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Ancient Writing Desk Carlton House Desk George III '800 Mahogany Brass

England First quarter of the 19th century George III

English desk supported by truncated pyramidal legs with brass feet, has three drawers in the band; the top in the center has a Moroccan insert that can be lifted like a lectern and is equipped with a “U” -shaped upstand with drawers. In mahogany, it features a brass-plated railing. The name "Carlton House Desk" takes its name from the London residence of the future George IV, for which Goerge Hepplewhite designed and built this model in the 18th century.

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2,900.00€

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Writing desks are versatile pieces of furniture. Their history begins in the Middle Ages. The term originally referred to the room where monks would work on rewriting ancient manuscripts. At the same time, the word Acriptorium was also used to refer to the piece of furniture where monks did their writing. Over time, especially after the invention of the printing press, the term came to refer only to the room. A room where the lord of the house could dedicate time to reading and studying his private book collection or managing his affairs. A private study within the home. It was a small room that included a writing desk where one could place documents and manuscripts. In this room, alongside the antique writing desk, there were also small bookcases and shelves to store items out of sight, like letters. These were hidden in the secret compartments of the writing desks. Even today, the modern writing desk can be compared to a small desk with drawers where items can be stored. It's a piece of furniture that fits easily into any room and meets various needs. The writing desk can be used as a workspace, study area, reading corner, or simply as a utility piece to place objects. Materials, colours, styles, shapes, and lines make each writing desk unique. In our catalogue, you can find dozens of antique, mid-century, and designer writing desks. Don’t forget that all the desks listed in our catalogue are also available for rental.

Antique writing desks

The antique writing desk has always been a versatile piece of furniture. It can be used for writing, working, drawing, reading, or storing all kinds of objects thanks to its compartments. Even if few people today still write letters by hand, the antique writing desk can still be incredibly useful. It can be reimagined as a workspace or study station. A classic wooden writing desk can give a room an old-fashioned atmosphere, taking us back to the time when everything was written by hand. Nowadays, the writing desk supports a computer instead of ink and inkwell. This is an inevitable transformation that fascinatingly brings together very different eras. You can choose from different types of writing desks, such as:

  • - Wooden Writing Desk
  • - Desk with Upper Shelf
  • - Styled Writing Desk
  • - Neoclassical Desk
  • - Writing Desk with Drawers
  • - Restoration Period Desk
  • - Writing Desk with Drop Front

You can find Baroque, Classic, Venetian, French writing desks with inlays and golden details. All highly versatile, and when paired with the right rug and armchair, they can transform the room. You can turn a small corner of the space into the perfect home office. Placing the writing desk near a window gives you perfect light for reading your favourite books. Choosing the right classic writing desk and creating the right atmosphere can make studying more enjoyable and encourage your children to concentrate. The uses of a writing desk are truly endless. Let your imagination guide you, and you’ll find a way to renew any space in your home. If you want to be confident in your choice, you can get help from one of our sales experts. For over 20 years, Di Mano in Mano has been active in the field of buying and selling antiques, mid-century and design furniture – and more. Thanks to our experience, we can help you find the writing desk that best suits your needs. But that’s not all. If you find the perfect piece of antique furniture for your home, but its condition is holding you back from purchasing, don’t worry. During the purchase process, you can be assisted by one of our restorers. With their expertise, they can restore every piece to its original splendour. They will advise you on the most appropriate treatment. If, however, you already have a clear idea of how to restore your new writing desk, our expert will be happy to meet your needs.

Sale of antique writing desks

Are you updating your furniture? Do you have an antique writing desk? Don’t throw it away! Di Mano in Mano is interested in the purchase of used writing desks from the antique, mid-century, and design periods. With this small gesture, you’ll not only earn something back financially, but you’ll also do something good for the planet. By choosing to sell your antique writing desk, you’ll help reduce CO₂ emissions and the consumption of raw materials. Don’t wait—do your part!