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What is a Larkin secretary?
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A Larkin secretary is a type of wooden case good produced by the Larkin Company, which opened in 1875 in Buffalo, New York. The furniture featured a pull-down writing surface and upper and lower shelves. Some also had side storage cabinets and drawers. You'll find a variety of vintage and antique secretaries on 1stDibs.
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Antique Arts & Crafts Glass Front Bookcase by Larkin Co., Circa 1900
By Larkin & Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful antique Mission or Arts & Crafts two door bookcase
By Larkin Co.
USA, Circa 1900
Oak, with glass front doors. Cabinet locks, and key is included.
Measures: 39.5"W x 1...
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
1900s Larkin Soap Co. Spindle Oak & Embossed Leather Cushion Side Chairs, Pair
By Larkin & Co.
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of early 1900s Spindle Oak and Embossed and etched Leather seat and press back Side Chairs in great antique condition by the Larkin Furniture Co. famously known as Larkin Soap...
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
American Victorian Wicker Loveseat
By Larkin & Co.
Located in Southampton, NJ
American Victorian natural wicker woven roll design high back loveseat with spindles and bobbins on back and apron. Additionally the settee features...
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Loveseats
Materials
Brass
Larkin Solid Antique Oak Quatersawn Table, circa 1900s
By Larkin & Co.
Located in Germantown, MD
Beautiful Solid Antique oak Quarter sawn library table with drawer by Larkin. Original label present. Sturdy construction.
Stretcher shelf is 9"H. Beauti...
Category
Early 20th Century American Colonial Revival Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
1930s Larkin Soap Secretary Desk
By Larkin & Co.
Located in Germantown, MD
Antique oak, slant front secretary made by Larkin. Measures 30.5" in width x 16" in depth x 46.5" in height. Good vintage condition with three functional drawers. Some wear and tear ...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
American Victorian Wicker Loveseat
By Larkin & Co.
Located in New York, NY
American Victorian natural wicker woven roll design high back loveseat with spindles and bobbins on back and apron. (LARKIN & CO. label)
Category
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Loveseats
Materials
Wicker
