What is the history or origin of the bow-front desk style?

The bow-front curve in furniture dates to the late 18th century in English furniture-making, where curved drawer fronts appeared on cabinets and sideboards in the Hepplewhite and Sheraton periods — valued for their elegance and the optical illusion of depth they create. The form was adapted to executive desk design in the 20th century as American corporate culture developed a taste for formal executive furniture. Today's bow-front desks preserve that curved front while updating materials and construction for modern commercial production. FindOfficeFurniture.com has bow-front executive desks in styles from traditional to contemporary — call 888-719-4960 for the best deals.