To suggest that Ralph Lauren has come a long way is an understatement. From his humble beginnings as a tie salesman working out of a drawer at New York’s Empire State Building, he grew one of the world’s largest and most successful fashion empires from scratch.
For decades, Ralph Lauren’s clothing brand has blended classic, preppy Americana East Coast-style with the look of upper-crust English aristocracy. This style is the hallmark of Ralph Lauren’s design and can be seen in all facets of his brand, from its vintage apparel, accessories and jewelry to furniture and décor.
The iconic fashion designer was born Ralph Rueben Lifshitz in New York City and grew up in the Bronx. When he and his brother were in their teens, they changed their surname from Lifshitz to Lauren after being teased about it at school. Later on, Lauren took business classes at night, worked at various menswear retailers and did a stint in the U.S. Army. While working at tie manufacturer Beau Brummel, he was inspired to create his own line of ties.
In 1967, Lauren launched “Polo,” ties handmade from high-quality fabrics featuring a wide design. They were a success. Lauren sold $500,000 worth to retail giants Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus and Paul Stuart in his first year.
Lauren expanded his designs into clothing, with his first menswear line of classic tweed suits in 1968 and, in 1971, his first line of womenswear featuring classic feminine tailoring. Lauren’s nostalgic fashion soon captured the eye of Hollywood. He created costumes for the 1974 adaptation of The Great Gatsby and was responsible for Diane Keaton’s distinctive feminine menswear look in 1977’s Annie Hall. Ralph Lauren’s designs have since garnered national and international acclaim and recognition — from Gwyneth Paltrow’s iconic pink 1999 Oscars dress to becoming the official outfitter of Team USA for the Olympics since 2008.
In 2018, Ralph Lauren celebrated his 50th anniversary with a star-studded fashion show and, in 2019, was awarded an honorary knighthood — the highest British honor — for services to fashion.
On 1stDibs, discover a wide range of vintage Ralph Lauren shirts, sweaters and other clothing.
Art Deco Desk / Vanity
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dark brown mahogany wood desk with Art Deco hardware. Attributed to Ralph Lauren for office or bedroom use. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Mahogany
$7,000
H 30.32 in W 39.38 in D 23.63 in
Fine French Blackened Wood Desk with an Off White Lacquered Top with Inlays
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French blackened wood desk with 3 drawers, an off white & black lacquered top with metal Inlays, and bronze handles and wheels.
Brass, Bronze
French Art Deco White Paint Decorated Oak Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 30 1/2 in W: 73 1/4 in D: 37 1/2 in This striking French Art Deco desk is a refined example of early 20th-century European design, blending timeless functionality ...
Metal
Art Deco White Lacquered Console Table, Customizable
Located in Greenwich, CT
Our Art Deco-inspired lacquered console table. Made with maple wood lacquered in White Dove. Tapered, rounded wedge legs Named "En Pointe". Overall: 60.5”W x 16.5”D x 34”H Inside: ...
Seagrass, Organic Material, Lacquer, Maple
Modern White Lacquered Executive Desk
Located in North York, ON
Modern white Lacquered executive desk. Timeless Art Deco inspired design lacquered in a designer finish with oil rubbed bronze hardware and execut...
Bronze
Art Deco design desk with a beautiful finish and elegant shapes
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This beautiful Art Deco design desk is from the top brand Schuitema and comes from the Decoforma series. Schuitema is known for their quality and unique design. This is a timeless de...
Wood
$10,213 / item
H 29 in W 19 in D 47 in
Parchment Desk with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Iconic Writing Desk...
Brass
Art Deco Writing Desk with Fluted Legs, Circa 1940s, France
Located in Beirut, LB
This French Art Deco writing desk, dating from the 1940s, features a sophisticated D-shaped "floating" top that creates an elegant architectural niche above the central drawer and lo...
Wood
American Post-War Desk, White Painted Wood with Chrome X Base, 1950s
Located in Queens, NY
American Post-War Design white painted wood table desk with drawers and supported on 2 chrome "X" form bases. (Desk in need of full restoration) Metal frame has very light scratchin...
Wood
Vintage Regency Scalloped Writing Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting a chic vintage writing desk, exuding the glamorous allure of the Hollywood Regency era. This elegant piece features a beautifully scalloped apron and a sleek ivory lacquer...
Metal
Art Deco Style Maitland Smith Brass Shagreen Printed Leather Desk
By Maitland Smith
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Sophisticated, sculptural, and unmistakably luxurious, this exceptional French Directoire style faux shagreen desk by Maitland-Smith is a masterful blend of classical European desig...
Leather, Walnut
1940's Maison Jansen Louis XVI Directiore Style Painted Flip Top Console Table
By Maison Jansen
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Elevate your interior with this elegant Maison Jansen attributed paint-decorated console table, a refined example of French neoclassical design paired with the sophisticated craftsma...
Wood
1920's Italian Paint Decorated Venetian Painted Writing Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant Louis XV style painted writing table or petite desk embodies the graceful sophistication of 18th-century French furniture while offering exceptional versatility for toda...
Walnut
Paul Giordano Rosewood and Faux Parchment Steel Art Deco Style Console Table
By Paul Giordano
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This striking Italian-made console table captures the bold geometry and luxurious material vocabulary of classic Art Deco design, interpreted with a clean, modern sensitivity. Crafte...
Stainless Steel
French Louis XV Style Distressed Painted Desk Writing Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This French Louis XV style distressed painted desk writing table is a stunning example of antique-inspired craftsmanship blended with rustic charm. The desk features graceful cabriol...
Mahogany
Chic Antique White Painted Demilune French Louis XVI Console Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This antique white painted French Louis XVI demilune console table combines refined neoclassical elegance with timeless charm, making it an ideal addition to both traditional and con...
Walnut
