Thomas Jefferson Standing Desk

A bail handle pulls forward the front of the desk to reveal a flat lined writing surface.

Thomas jefferson standing desk.

Remaining in the 17 hundreds and we learn that arguably the most famous user of the standing desk was thomas jefferson. He was possibly the first man in history to create a desk which he was able to adjust according to his needs. July 1776 when the desk was brand new jefferson used it to write the declaration of independence. It is available in 3 3 5 4 4 5 5 and 5 5 widths and the desk is 29 deep.

Jefferson was an american founding father and the third president of the united states. Thomas jefferson is perhaps the most famous user of the stand up desk. This tiny writing desk weighing only 5 lbs is the result of jefferson s ability to invent the obvious. One of the more interesting pieces of furniture owned by jefferson is this tall adaptable desk for reading or drawing.

It is the perfect all around upright work desk for writing drafting reading or laptop computer work. Jefferson used the desk for 50 years. Using a standing desk may not give you their brainpower but it may save your life a recent study says sitting all day. Jefferson used the desk to draw up brilliant architectural blueprints for buildings like the virginia state capitol.

A portable desk where he could keep all of his reading supplies and write comfortably. The angle of the top hinged at the front can be adjusted with a ratchet stand.