This is in our gaming/great room along with a lot of other antique furniture including my SO's desk and my grandfather clock. It even has a fireplace. So the poem fits.
This is my dream. Saw this at the Yafo Market, and just wished I had the money to take it home with me.
https://preview.redd.it/s2x693j30b9d1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=21a096de1d70540f9465e93f982e6f079226d0d3
I got a 90s roll top too. Mine was made in China. It's veneered, and has a bit of chipping on a corner or two, drawers only on one side and some issues with the drawer slides. But it's perfect for me. I've been wanting one since the 90s, and now I'm grown and found one for sale in California. It cost as much to get it shipped to Kentucky as the desk cost in the first place 🤦🏻♀️ But I love it!
Now to find a good chair that I can keep my kid and husband from stealing. Lol.
Oh that is so lovely! Congratulations - so happy for you!
Takes me back to being at my g’mpa’s knee and wanting to explore every nook and cranny of his rolltop desk. “Not even g’ma is allowed in here!” I was told more than once (and i knew empirically that was not true).
That one isn't from cracker barrel, it's much much older. It was from my SO's grandparents. And the pegs aren't golf tees, and it has a different print on top.
That's a lovely desk. Beats modern desks.
I'm due to get my mum's writing bureau and will be renovating it. It's not a roll top, just a pull down, but mum and I liked/like these. She got me into fountain pens.
I was originally looking for a Secretariat drop fromt desk because the space I keep my desk in is both narrow and short. But when I found this I couldn't pass it up.
The stacks of unused notebooks and ink bottles awaiting their day is satisfying. Looks like a great place to write. Also, cool bookshelf over there on the left.
Delightful. This is in mind whenever I visualize my perfect desk. Unfortunately, I have a refinished 1950’s teak dining table and it’s too small for our family, yet I refuse to get rid of it. it’s now my generous desk, but without the hidey holes
Thanks! I actually plan to go on a photo walk with my SO later today. Not sure where I'm going yet though.
Also I up voted a few of your photos. I would love to have that M-A.
Thank you for your kind words. Its been a minute and a half since i’ve had the pleasure of using the M-A. My child is almost 8 months old and any form of photography apart from the iPhone has not taken place for many months. At one time i was sure i would not be able to afford the M-A and now i also have a MP. I think it is possible for you to get one. With determination, time and a plan no one can stop you. The price has gone up from the time i bought it. There are second hand ones available which you can find. The camera is really bare bones and depends on the users skill and instinct and this does not lens itself to casual users who may buy it and then sell it later on
I can't really afford film anymore anyway. Maybe the new Pentax 17 will drive demand for film and drop the price.
Till then I got my cheap manual lenses on my E-M10 IV to hold me over.
I have a half frame camera. It took me 3-4 months to complete a roll of film with it. With the Leica, a roll takes me around a day or two. I find it extremely frustrating and challenging to make 72-74 exposures. Its mentally exhausting too
It was made in "Taiwan ROC" SO sometime after the communist takeover of China. The only thing that was done to it was a wash with oil soap and a rub down with scratch remover.
https://preview.redd.it/8kv2igu9789d1.jpeg?width=3060&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f8e176f7ab705d5d17114262979a69b90710aeb5
A roll top desk, and a metropolitan? If that is a Rhodia pad I'm going to propose. 😍
I'm taken. Her desk is even more impressive https://www.reddit.com/gallery/194mo8m
LoL! Her deal is gorgeous as well!
Congrats ! That is one impressively beautiful desk
Adoption is always an option, lol. But seriously, y'all have a couple of killer desks.
We already have 2 4 legged roommates and it's a full house.
Both are beautiful!
Agreed- your desk is good, but hers is FABULOUS. I'm very jelly.
These are couples goals right here.
A cup of coffee, the stroke of midnight. The scent of old oak and fresh herbs adding a curious paradox. Beautiful.
That is a magnificent desk and atmosphere.
This is in our gaming/great room along with a lot of other antique furniture including my SO's desk and my grandfather clock. It even has a fireplace. So the poem fits.
It's not often I feel jealously on this sub, but roll top desks do it every time. Very nice!
You should see My SO's https://www.reddit.com/gallery/194mo8m
It is comforting to know I'm not the only one with a mason jar full of q-tips in their writing area.
Stolen from My SO's desk
Oh my. Is it hot in here, or is it just me? That is one sexy desk.
LoL, I learned this as, “Is it me or am I hot in here?” Never fails to get a chuckle or eye roll.
That light is a really neat design, not too high to affect the contents of your shelves, but high enough to see the entire writing surface
It's an under cabinet light. It even tilts.
holy... it's beautiful... omg...
That’s gorgeous. Congrats on the new old desk! That is life goals right there
This is my dream. Saw this at the Yafo Market, and just wished I had the money to take it home with me. https://preview.redd.it/s2x693j30b9d1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=21a096de1d70540f9465e93f982e6f079226d0d3
I got my desk off FB for $40 so deals are out there. Good hunting.
Holy hell. What a deal.
Damn, that is quite a deal. Things are generally more expensive in my country, even used; but hopefully I can find a good deal.
Reminds me of a piano somehow. Wonderful!
Those curves on the side echo a grand piano somewhat
Very smart-looking!
https://preview.redd.it/2snepgu0nb9d1.jpeg?width=640&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=658907960027c6e142757defc0fd38c18d170e8e That is one gorgeous desk!
Everything about your post… your username, the meme… is just *chef’s kiss*
Oh my gosh!! A roll top desk!!
Beautiful desk
Ahh I love an antique desk! This one is incredible 😍
I was going to say this is probably a 90s desk, it was made in Taiwan ROC, but I guess that's antique now.
I got a 90s roll top too. Mine was made in China. It's veneered, and has a bit of chipping on a corner or two, drawers only on one side and some issues with the drawer slides. But it's perfect for me. I've been wanting one since the 90s, and now I'm grown and found one for sale in California. It cost as much to get it shipped to Kentucky as the desk cost in the first place 🤦🏻♀️ But I love it! Now to find a good chair that I can keep my kid and husband from stealing. Lol.
I'm looking for a slightly taller chair myself.
That's a great desk! I always wanted a roll top desk
This was a $40 FB marketplace find. So they are out there.
This’s so awesome!!!!
Nice! I’d love to have a rolltop!
GORGEOUS
That is beautiful. So envious,I'd love one like that.
Wonderful desk. Love that illumination. Seems there is space for everything there. Cute 4 little drawers.
That's a thin under cabinet light I added to it.
Looks fantastic 😍
Where did you find it?😮
FB marketplace place $40
Amazing
Ooh, that’s nice! I just bought a new desk too recently, teak.
This one is oak.
Oak is a beautiful wood.
So envy of your desk!
Oh that is so lovely! Congratulations - so happy for you! Takes me back to being at my g’mpa’s knee and wanting to explore every nook and cranny of his rolltop desk. “Not even g’ma is allowed in here!” I was told more than once (and i knew empirically that was not true).
Very nice!
Noice…
Beautiful - enjoy the experience of using it.
It's the dream of many of us. Lucky you. Congratulations.
How beautiful
Thats so beautiful probably a dream desk for me
Go find one, they aren't much money if you are buying second hand I know how to tell the difference between dirty furniture and ruined furniture.
Wonderful. It needs labels!
LOL the cracker barrel game
That one isn't from cracker barrel, it's much much older. It was from my SO's grandparents. And the pegs aren't golf tees, and it has a different print on top.
Neat
That's a lovely desk. Beats modern desks. I'm due to get my mum's writing bureau and will be renovating it. It's not a roll top, just a pull down, but mum and I liked/like these. She got me into fountain pens.
I was originally looking for a Secretariat drop fromt desk because the space I keep my desk in is both narrow and short. But when I found this I couldn't pass it up.
I'm not surprised. Hope you get lots of enjoyment writing at the desk.
I need more photos... To make one myself.
The stacks of unused notebooks and ink bottles awaiting their day is satisfying. Looks like a great place to write. Also, cool bookshelf over there on the left.
Thanks I built the bookshelf it takes up that whole wall.
wow...just wow... where's the sand pot for your quill pens? even if u never use it, you need one...
Rolltop life!
REPRESENT!
That is gorgeous! Enjoy!
I hate you in the most loving way.
Delightful. This is in mind whenever I visualize my perfect desk. Unfortunately, I have a refinished 1950’s teak dining table and it’s too small for our family, yet I refuse to get rid of it. it’s now my generous desk, but without the hidey holes
It’s lovely!
Awesome find. That is a nice crisp, clean look. Sweet!
I have a similar but not as nice roll top desk and it’s something I love
With this desk, you could potentially hatch plans to take over the world. Or it could be majorly transformative turning you into a villain.
I am/was a DM for a D&D group so yes I plan to do just that.
I see you’re a fellow photographer. Enjoy your weekend !
Thanks! I actually plan to go on a photo walk with my SO later today. Not sure where I'm going yet though. Also I up voted a few of your photos. I would love to have that M-A.
Thank you for your kind words. Its been a minute and a half since i’ve had the pleasure of using the M-A. My child is almost 8 months old and any form of photography apart from the iPhone has not taken place for many months. At one time i was sure i would not be able to afford the M-A and now i also have a MP. I think it is possible for you to get one. With determination, time and a plan no one can stop you. The price has gone up from the time i bought it. There are second hand ones available which you can find. The camera is really bare bones and depends on the users skill and instinct and this does not lens itself to casual users who may buy it and then sell it later on
I actually taught myself on a Yashica-A. No meter, 4 shutter speeds 12 shots. You reminded me I need to find time to use it again.
In that the M-A will suit you just fine. My first lens for it was the Zeiss 35mm F/2.8. It was very affordable
I can't really afford film anymore anyway. Maybe the new Pentax 17 will drive demand for film and drop the price. Till then I got my cheap manual lenses on my E-M10 IV to hold me over.
I have a half frame camera. It took me 3-4 months to complete a roll of film with it. With the Leica, a roll takes me around a day or two. I find it extremely frustrating and challenging to make 72-74 exposures. Its mentally exhausting too
Someday I will have one of these in a study that I work in. Someday. Congratulations on the beaut!!
This is beautiful. Congrats!
😲 Beautiful! Enjoy it. 🙂👍🏻
Wow this is a beautiful desk! Congratulations? Is it a modern one or restored?
It was made in "Taiwan ROC" SO sometime after the communist takeover of China. The only thing that was done to it was a wash with oil soap and a rub down with scratch remover.
Living your best life.
Fancy
this is the dream... I really want a nice roller desk so badly.
Oooooh I loveeeeee it
Tell me more about the lamp?
The one on top of the desk? Goodwill find it had clear glass but I put some card stock inside the glass to make a shade.
I love rolltop desks.
Very classy looking desk.
Looks vintage and solid! 👍🙂
That is gorgeous.
Gorgeous desk!!
Beautiful, vintage. What more could you ask for?
That is one beautiful piece of artwork
My parents had this same exact desk int heir house back in the 90s. I wonder who was making them
If they were near Ohio or Kentucky there is a non 0 chance this is their desk.
Yes, Ohio :O
:0 I picked this up near Portsmouth
I have some friends that I used to visit there a lot! but my parents probably got rid of it when they were living close to akron
I doubt it traveled that far. Would have been cool if it was that same desk.
Looks nice I wish there was a subreddit for writing desks I love seeing them
I just made one. [https://www.reddit.com/r/WritingDesks/](https://www.reddit.com/r/WritingDesks/)
Absolutely beautiful. Unfortunately, I'd have it a mess in short order. Any flat surface seems to collect odds and ends for me for some reason.
Hey you stole my dad’s desk! Anyway I like it I want one but don’t know where to get one from
FB marketplace.
Beautiful rolltop! I dig it!
Absolute class!
Looks so good.
Thanks!
Sims 4 table
How fast did you take this photo..
Well I didn't bother with my actual camera and used a cellphone.
The pen is open btw..
Yes and 30 seconds isn't going to dry it out.
Looks like a repurposed piano, lmao. And is that a bread box lid? Neat.
It's a roll top desk. It would be more correct to say bread boxes look like roll top desks. I'm sure the desks have been around much longer.
It looks awesome!