American Antique Desks Secretaries
1880s American Victorian American Antique Desks Secretaries
Brass
18th Century Chippendale American Antique Desks Secretaries
Maple
Early 20th Century American American Classical American Antique Desks Secretaries
Oak
Early 1900s American American Empire American Antique Desks Secretaries
Rosewood
Late 18th Century North American Georgian American Antique Desks Secretaries
Metal
Late 18th Century Sheraton American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Spanish Colonial American Antique Desks Secretaries
Walnut
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI American Antique Desks Secretaries
Brass
Early 1900s American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany
1790s American Hepplewhite American Antique Desks Secretaries
Brass
Late 19th Century American Chippendale American Antique Desks Secretaries
Brass
Early 1900s American American Antique Desks Secretaries
Bamboo
19th Century North American Georgian American Antique Desks Secretaries
Oak
19th Century American Country American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century American Empire American Antique Desks Secretaries
Glass, Mahogany
19th Century American Chippendale American Antique Desks Secretaries
Wood, Maple
1870s American Federal American Antique Desks Secretaries
Walnut
Early 20th Century Jacobean American Antique Desks Secretaries
Oak, Walnut
Mid-19th Century American Empire American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany
Early 19th Century Federal American Antique Desks Secretaries
Glass, Mahogany
1830s American American Empire American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany
Late 18th Century North American Victorian American Antique Desks Secretaries
Cherry
Mid-19th Century American Victorian American Antique Desks Secretaries
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
Late 19th Century North American Aesthetic Movement American Antique Desks Secretaries
Walnut
Early 19th Century American American Classical American Antique Desks Secretaries
Brass
19th Century American American Empire American Antique Desks Secretaries
19th Century American American Empire American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany, Glass
18th Century English George III American Antique Desks Secretaries
Bronze
18th Century English George III American Antique Desks Secretaries
Brass
18th Century English George III American Antique Desks Secretaries
Brass
18th Century English George III American Antique Desks Secretaries
Brass
1830s American American Classical American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany
19th Century English George III American Antique Desks Secretaries
Brass
19th Century Italian Rococo American Antique Desks Secretaries
Brass
1820s American American Empire American Antique Desks Secretaries
Brass
1820s American Neoclassical American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany
19th Century American Gothic Revival American Antique Desks Secretaries
Brass
19th Century American American Antique Desks Secretaries
Wood, Leather
Late 19th Century North American Eastlake American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany
1790s American Hepplewhite American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany
1920s North American Chinoiserie American Antique Desks Secretaries
Wood
19th Century American American Antique Desks Secretaries
Brass
19th Century American American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany
1830s American American Empire American Antique Desks Secretaries
Ash, Baize, Mahogany, Poplar
18th Century and Earlier American American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany, Cedar
19th Century American Federal American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany
Early 1800s American Hepplewhite American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany
19th Century American American Classical American Antique Desks Secretaries
Brass
Early 20th Century American Classical American Antique Desks Secretaries
Oak
Early 19th Century American Colonial American Antique Desks Secretaries
Poplar, Walnut
19th Century Empire American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany
1870s American High Victorian American Antique Desks Secretaries
Walnut
1870s American High Victorian American Antique Desks Secretaries
Walnut
1890s American Late Victorian American Antique Desks Secretaries
Oak
Mid-19th Century American American Empire American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany
Late 18th Century American Federal American Antique Desks Secretaries
Brass
1910s American American Antique Desks Secretaries
Oak
Early 20th Century American Sheraton American Antique Desks Secretaries
Mahogany
Early 1900s American American Antique Desks Secretaries
Rattan
1880s Scottish Eastlake American Antique Desks Secretaries
Walnut
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Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You
Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An antique secretary desk will range in value depending on its authenticity and condition. The price can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. On 1stDibs find the antique secretary desk you’re looking for today.
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