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How do I date an antique secretary?
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To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Biedermeier Secretary
Located in South Salem, NY
Stunning example of a Biedermeier secretary. There is some missing veneer on the front and both
Category
Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Desks
Materials
Walnut
$12,500
Chippendale Secretary
Located in Wilson, NC
This English Chippendale secretary has a broken arch cornice with dentil molding and open fretwork
Category
Antique 1780s English Chippendale Secretaires
Materials
Brass
$6,650 Sale Price
30% Off
Chippendale Secretary
Located in Wilson, NC
The top interior of this English Chippendale secretary has three adjustable shelves and five
Category
Antique 1770s English Chippendale Secretaires
Materials
Brass
$5,950 Sale Price
30% Off
Intarsia Secretary
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted, this piece has been obviously been designed and created with love. Elegant intarsia inlays adorn the outside of this case piece. Inside hides a whimsical array of storag...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Secretaires
Materials
Birch
$6,210
Secretary Baroque Sweden
Located in New York, NY
A secretary made during the baroque period 1650 - 1750 in Sweden. Made from oak. All original
Category
Antique 18th Century Swedish Baroque Secretaires
Materials
Oak
$12,800
Travel Secretary Rococo
Located in New York, NY
A travel secretary with position. Made in Sweden during the Rococo period 1750-1775. Made from oak
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Rococo Secretaires
Materials
Wood
$7,500