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Art Deco Compact Walnut Writing Desk, 1930'S
Art Deco World
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Art Deco Compact Walnut Writing Desk, 1930'S

1920 - 1940
For Sale by Art Deco World
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For your consideration is this lovely and totally original Walnut desk dating from the 1930's. Compact in size this little desk is perfect if the space available is limited and of consideration. Generally sized top which is plentiful space for desk top computers or laptops. There are also five decent sized drawers all with beautifully figured walnut veneers and matching wooden veneered handles. We've had this piece professionally restored and so comes to you ready to use. All drawers run smoothly and there are no defects to note.

Knee hole area is 58 cm high and 40 cm wide. free UK mainland delivery

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
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Art Deco World has dated this Art Deco Walnut Desk to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA648678
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For your consideration is this lovely and totally original Walnut desk dating from the 1930's. Compact in size this little desk is perfect if the space available is limited and of consideration. Generally sized top which is plentiful space for desk top computers or laptops.
There are also five decent sized drawers all with beautifully figured walnut veneers and matching wooden veneered handles.
Art Deco World

We've had this piece professionally restored and so comes to you ready to use. All drawers run smoothly and there are no defects to note.

Knee hole area is 58 cm high and 40 cm wide. free UK mainland delivery

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Date of Manufacture

Art Deco World has dated this Art Deco Walnut Desk to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA648678
Art Deco World
Art Deco World
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2015

Specialists in fine quality art deco originals

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A 1930s Art Deco walnut writing desk featuring rounded corners, five drawers with wooden handles, and a kneehole section.
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Art Deco Compact Walnut Writing Desk, 1930's

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A 1930s Art Deco walnut writing desk featuring rounded corners, five drawers with wooden handles, and a kneehole section.
Art Deco Compact Walnut Writing Desk, 1930's
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A 1930s Art Deco walnut writing desk featuring rounded corners, five drawers with wooden handles, and a kneehole section.
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Desks from the 1930s Art Deco era reflect a shift towards Streamline Moderne aesthetics, featuring soft curved edges, compact geometric silhouettes, and bold timber grain patterns.

These pieces typically combine solid hardwood framing with figured walnut veneers, alongside solid wood drawer liners and custom carved timber handles.

Authentic items show hallmarks of period manufacturing, such as hand-cut or early machine dovetail joints, matched veneer grains across drawer fronts, and integrated wooden hardware.

A compact 1930s desk functions well as a dedicated home office workstation or hallway writing surface when paired with minimalist modern task lighting and contemporary seating.

Preserve the finish by dusting with a soft cloth, applying high-grade beeswax twice yearly, and keeping the item away from direct heat sources to prevent veneer movement.
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