Antique Secretary Top
1880s French Renaissance Revival Antique Secretary Top
Oak
Mid-19th Century Italian Rococo Antique Secretary Top
Glass, Wood
1880s French Renaissance Revival Antique Secretary Top
Oak
19th Century American Federal Antique Secretary Top
Bronze
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Secretary Top
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Secretary Top
Brass
Mid-18th Century German Baroque Antique Secretary Top
Wood
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Secretary Top
Carrara Marble, Brass
1890s French Louis XIV Antique Secretary Top
Marble
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Secretary Top
Mahogany, Maple
18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Secretary Top
Brass
Late 18th Century North American Georgian Antique Secretary Top
Metal
19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Secretary Top
Leather, Bamboo, Wood, Maple
1790s American Hepplewhite Antique Secretary Top
Brass
Late 19th Century American Chippendale Antique Secretary Top
Brass
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Secretary Top
Oak
1770s English Chippendale Antique Secretary Top
Brass
Early 19th Century Scandinavian Empire Antique Secretary Top
Ash, Burl
Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Secretary Top
Mahogany
19th Century French Empire Antique Secretary Top
Marble, Brass
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Secretary Top
Walnut, Glass
1840s English Victorian Antique Secretary Top
Mahogany
Early 19th Century English Hepplewhite Antique Secretary Top
Mahogany, Glass
1840s English Victorian Antique Secretary Top
Mahogany
Late 18th Century Baltic Baltic Antique Secretary Top
Brass
1890s English Adam Style Antique Secretary Top
Satinwood
19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Secretary Top
Bamboo, Wood
Early 18th Century English George I Antique Secretary Top
Walnut
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Secretary Top
Satinwood, Walnut
1760s English Antique Secretary Top
Brass
1760s English Antique Secretary Top
Brass
Early 19th Century German Empire Antique Secretary Top
Ash
Early 19th Century European Louis XVI Antique Secretary Top
Leather, Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 19th Century French Biedermeier Antique Secretary Top
Brass, Other
1790s English Chippendale Antique Secretary Top
Mahogany
1850s Swedish Renaissance Revival Antique Secretary Top
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Secretary Top
Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Secretary Top
Marble, Bronze
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Secretary Top
Carrara Marble, Brass, Bronze
1750s Irish Georgian Antique Secretary Top
Mercury Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Danish Queen Anne Antique Secretary Top
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Antique Secretary Top
Bronze
19th Century Swedish Antique Secretary Top
Wood
19th Century Sheraton Antique Secretary Top
Glass, Satinwood
1850s European Empire Antique Secretary Top
Lapis Lazuli, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass
18th Century Unknown Baltic Antique Secretary Top
Brass
19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Secretary Top
Mahogany
1720s English George II Antique Secretary Top
Brass
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Secretary Top
Wood
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Secretary Top
Wood
1790s Chinese Campaign Antique Secretary Top
Hardwood
19th Century French Empire Antique Secretary Top
Bronze
1910s French Louis XVI Antique Secretary Top
Carrara Marble, Brass
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Secretary Top
Brass
19th Century English Baroque Antique Secretary Top
Wood
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Secretary Top
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Secretary Top
Walnut
19th Century Louis XV Antique Secretary Top
Glass, Walnut
Early 20th Century Italian Antique Secretary Top
Wood
Early 19th Century English Antique Secretary Top
Bronze
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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 ExpertApril 5, 2022To date an antique secretary desk, start by determining the type of hinge used to secure the writing surface. Consult an authoritative resource to find out which furniture makers worked with that type of hinge. You can also look for the name of the manufacturer on the back or bottom of the piece. Find a range of expertly vetted antique secretaries 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.
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