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Antique Barrister Desk

Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Barrister's Stacking Desk Shelf Cabinet
Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Barrister's Stacking Desk Shelf Cabinet

Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Barrister's Stacking Desk Shelf Cabinet

$2,800Sale Price|20% Off

H 25 in W 34 in D 11 in

Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Barrister's Stacking Desk Shelf Cabinet

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Quarter Sawn oak English barrister's desk cabinet with sliding panels, 1890-1900.

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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

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Oak

Heavy Quality Late Victorian Pitch Pine Pedestal Desk
Heavy Quality Late Victorian Pitch Pine Pedestal Desk

Heavy Quality Late Victorian Pitch Pine Pedestal Desk

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Heavy Quality Late Victorian Pitch Pine Pedestal Desk This is an old barristers desk, the back of the desk is panelled and polished, so it was intended to be seen from all sides and ...

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1880s Victorian Antique Barrister Desk

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Pine

Antique Macey Arts & Crafts Mahogany Barrister Lawyers Secretary Desk Bookcase
Antique Macey Arts & Crafts Mahogany Barrister Lawyers Secretary Desk Bookcase

Antique Macey Arts & Crafts Mahogany Barrister Lawyers Secretary Desk Bookcase

By Macey Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Macey Arts & Crafts Mahogany Barrister Lawyers 3 Stack Secretary Desk Bookcase.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

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Glass, Mahogany

Early 20th C Oak Leaded Glass Barrister Bookcase W Desk attrib to Globe Wernicke
Early 20th C Oak Leaded Glass Barrister Bookcase W Desk attrib to Globe Wernicke

Early 20th C Oak Leaded Glass Barrister Bookcase W Desk attrib to Globe Wernicke

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous simple and elegant 3 section leaded glass bookcase with a drop down desk and compartment drawers. Total of 6 sections all in oak which includes a top & bottom 3 leaded g...

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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Barrister Desk

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Brass, Lead

Globe Wernicke Mission Oak Barrister Bookcase Secretary with Leaded Glass c1920
Globe Wernicke Mission Oak Barrister Bookcase Secretary with Leaded Glass c1920

Globe Wernicke Mission Oak Barrister Bookcase Secretary with Leaded Glass c1920

$2,360Sale Price|20% Off

H 66.75 in W 34 in D 12.25 in

Globe Wernicke Mission Oak Barrister Bookcase Secretary with Leaded Glass c1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Globe Wernicke Mission Oak 5 Stack Barrister Bookcase With Desk & Leaded Glass Signed C1920 M...

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Early 20th Century Antique Barrister Desk

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Oak

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Antique Barristers Desk Lamp, Heavy, English, Brass, Glass Edwardian, circa 1910
Antique Barristers Desk Lamp, Heavy, English, Brass, Glass Edwardian, circa 1910

Antique Barristers Desk Lamp, Heavy, English, Brass, Glass Edwardian, circa 1910

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique barrister's desk lamp. A heavy, English, brass and glass lamp dating to the Edwardian period of the early 20th century, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Barrister Desk

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Brass

Large Victorian Pitch Pine Desk, Leather Top Barristers Desk by Heal and Sons
Large Victorian Pitch Pine Desk, Leather Top Barristers Desk by Heal and Sons

Large Victorian Pitch Pine Desk, Leather Top Barristers Desk by Heal and Sons

By Heal's

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

This is a very good quality heals old barristers desk and it is much larger than most desks, the back of the desk is panelled and polished, so it was intended to be seen from all sid...

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1890s English Victorian Antique Barrister Desk

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Leather, Pine

Early 20th Century Copper and Green Glass Barrister’s Desk Lamp
Early 20th Century Copper and Green Glass Barrister’s Desk Lamp

Early 20th Century Copper and Green Glass Barrister’s Desk Lamp

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Early 20th Century Copper and Green Glass Barrister’s Desk Lamp A beautiful and seldom seen heavy quality fully adjustable early vintage barrister’s brass desk lamp, with its origin...

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1910s Art Deco Antique Barrister Desk

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Copper

Early 20th Century Brass and Green Glass  Barrister’s Desk Lamp
Early 20th Century Brass and Green Glass  Barrister’s Desk Lamp

Early 20th Century Brass and Green Glass Barrister’s Desk Lamp

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Early 20th century brass and green glass barrister’s desk lamp A beautiful and seldom seen heavy quality fully adjustable early vintage barrister’s brass desk lamp, with its origi...

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Early 20th Century Palladian Antique Barrister Desk

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Brass

Globe Wernicke Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Drop Front Secretary Desk
Globe Wernicke Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Drop Front Secretary Desk

Globe Wernicke Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Drop Front Secretary Desk

By Globe Wernicke

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period quarter sawn oak drop front secretary desk with barrister bookcase In the manner of Globe Wernicke USA, Circa 1900 Measures: 33....

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

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Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Mahogany Barrister Bookcase with Drop Front Secretary Desk
Antique Arts & Crafts Mahogany Barrister Bookcase with Drop Front Secretary Desk

Antique Arts & Crafts Mahogany Barrister Bookcase with Drop Front Secretary Desk

By Globe Wernicke

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts stacking barrister bookcase with fall front secretary desk By Globe Wernicke USA, circa 1900 Mahogany, with glass front doors and brass hard...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

Materials

Brass

Globe Wernicke Arts & Crafts Mahogany Barrister Bookcase With Drop Front Desk
Globe Wernicke Arts & Crafts Mahogany Barrister Bookcase With Drop Front Desk

Globe Wernicke Arts & Crafts Mahogany Barrister Bookcase With Drop Front Desk

By Globe Wernicke

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts stacking barrister bookcase with fall front secretary desk By Globe Wernicke USA, Circa 1900 Mahogany, with glass front doors and brass hardware.

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Lawyer's Barrister's Bookcase Desk Leaded Glass
Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Lawyer's Barrister's Bookcase Desk Leaded Glass

Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Lawyer's Barrister's Bookcase Desk Leaded Glass

Located in Portland, OR

A good antique American Arts & Crafts oak lawyer's/barrister's bookcase/desk, circa 1900. The six section bookcase having an ogee shaped top with a carved crest, below is a locking ...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

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Oak

Arts & Crafts Oak Barrister Bookcase with Drop Front Secretary Desk, circa 1920s
Arts & Crafts Oak Barrister Bookcase with Drop Front Secretary Desk, circa 1920s

Arts & Crafts Oak Barrister Bookcase with Drop Front Secretary Desk, circa 1920s

By Globe Wernicke

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts barrister bookcase with fall front secretary desk Recently procured from Frank Lloyd Wright's DeRhodes House Attributed to Globe Wernicke US...

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1920s American Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

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Brass

Arts & Crafts Globe Wernicke 4 Stack Barrister Bookcase w. Desk Interior, c 1910
Arts & Crafts Globe Wernicke 4 Stack Barrister Bookcase w. Desk Interior, c 1910

Arts & Crafts Globe Wernicke 4 Stack Barrister Bookcase w. Desk Interior, c 1910

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Arts & Crafts Mission Barrister stacking bookcase by Globe Wernicke offers oak construction with four sections having pull-out glass doors and drop desk interior, original...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

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Metal

Arts & Crafts Globe Wernicke Oak Barrister Bookcase with Desk, c1910
Arts & Crafts Globe Wernicke Oak Barrister Bookcase with Desk, c1910

Arts & Crafts Globe Wernicke Oak Barrister Bookcase with Desk, c1910

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Arts and Crafts secretary by Globe Wernicke offers oak construction with barrister cases having glass doors and drop front desk, original labels as photographed, circa 189...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

Materials

Metal

Macey Barrister Bookcase, Desk, Oak, circa 1910 Arts & Crafts
Macey Barrister Bookcase, Desk, Oak, circa 1910 Arts & Crafts

Macey Barrister Bookcase, Desk, Oak, circa 1910 Arts & Crafts

By Macey Co.

Located in Seattle, WA

Macey Barrister bookcase, desk, oak, circa 1910 Arts & Crafts.

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1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

Materials

Oak

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Located in Sofia, BG

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$959Sale Price|20% Off

H 57 in W 30.75 in D 22.5 in

Antique Oak Apothecary Filing Cabinet With Brass Handles

Located in San Carlos, CA

Breathe New Life into Your Space with this Stunning 10-drawer Oak Apothecary Cabinet! Vintage Charm Meets Modern Functionality: This exquisite 10-drawer oak apothecary cabinet is a ...

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1930s American Industrial Antique Barrister Desk

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Brass

Antique Globe Wernicke Arts & Crafts Oak Five Stack Barrister Bookcase C1920
Antique Globe Wernicke Arts & Crafts Oak Five Stack Barrister Bookcase C1920

Antique Globe Wernicke Arts & Crafts Oak Five Stack Barrister Bookcase C1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Globe Wernicke Arts & Crafts Oak Five Stack Barrister Bookcase with Leaded Glass Section Signed C1920 Measures - 72”h x 34”w x 12”d An antique Globe Wernicke barrister bookca...

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20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

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Oak

Early 20th Century Oak 20 Drawer Labeled Plumbing Apothecary Cabinet 2 Available
Early 20th Century Oak 20 Drawer Labeled Plumbing Apothecary Cabinet 2 Available

Early 20th Century Oak 20 Drawer Labeled Plumbing Apothecary Cabinet 2 Available

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Rare and Fabulous oak 20 drawer apothecary cabinet with labeled plumbing supplies on the door fronts with Brass pulls. Created by the Sexauer co. And originally outfitted with their ...

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1940s American Industrial Antique Barrister Desk

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Brass

Arts & Crafts Mission Stickley Brothers Two Door Oak Bookcase C1910
Arts & Crafts Mission Stickley Brothers Two Door Oak Bookcase C1910

Arts & Crafts Mission Stickley Brothers Two Door Oak Bookcase C1910

By Stickley Brothers

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous two door Arts & Crafts bookcase by the Stickley Brothers C1910. Quater sawn oak throughout the cabinet in a deep rich brown. Divided glass panels and a iron ring pull. Sign...

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1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

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Glass, Oak

Antique Victorian Wicker Vintage Baby Buggy Stroller Carriage Full Size
Antique Victorian Wicker Vintage Baby Buggy Stroller Carriage Full Size

Antique Victorian Wicker Vintage Baby Buggy Stroller Carriage Full Size

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Victorian Wicker Vintage Baby Buggy Stroller Carriage Full Size. Details: Adjustable footrest, wicker frame, wooden handle, removal parasol umbrella, very nice antique item, ...

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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Barrister Desk

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Metal

Vintage Dutch Oak / Mahogany Haberdashery Shop Cabinet, 1930s
Vintage Dutch Oak / Mahogany Haberdashery Shop Cabinet, 1930s

Vintage Dutch Oak / Mahogany Haberdashery Shop Cabinet, 1930s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This haberdashery cabinet was produced during the 1930s in the Netherlands. This piece features 24 paper covered drawers in mahogany with mostly original glass fronts, mahogany handl...

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1930s Dutch Antique Barrister Desk

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Mahogany

Mid Century Modern Danish Stained Glass Triple Pendant Chandelier C1955
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Mid Century Modern Danish Stained Glass Triple Pendant Chandelier C1955

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Very special and rare stained glass triple pendant lamp from Denmark. Three stained glass leaded 4 sided shades with independent chains suspending the fixtures shades at different he...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Barrister Desk

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Metal, Lead

Stickley Style Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Bookcase Cabinet
Stickley Style Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Bookcase Cabinet

Stickley Style Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Bookcase Cabinet

By Gustav Stickley

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Mission or Arts & Crafts style bookcase cabinet In the style of Gustav Stickley USA, Circa Late 20th Century Solid oak, with mullioned glass front doors. Measures: 35...

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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

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Glass, Oak

Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Bookcase Cabinet
Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Bookcase Cabinet

Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Bookcase Cabinet

By Stickley Brothers

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Mission or Arts & Crafts period bookcase or display cabinet In the manner of Stickley Brothers By New England Furniture Co. USA, Circa 1900 Gorgeous carved oak, with ...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

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Art Glass, Oak

Mid Century Modern Ray & Charles Eames Rosewood Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Mid Century Modern Ray & Charles Eames Rosewood Lounge Chair with Ottoman

Mid Century Modern Ray & Charles Eames Rosewood Lounge Chair with Ottoman

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Beautiful and iconic design by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller in Rosewood and Black Leather 1981 with the ottoman which has a new leather seat. Classic design which will never...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Antique Barrister Desk

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Steel, Chrome

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Japanese Antique NT Tansu 1920s-1940s / Natural color / cabinet

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an old Japanese-made cabinet. It was made in the early Showa period (1920s-1940s). It features traditional Japanese design. The wood pattern is used in an interesting way ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antique Barrister Desk

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Wood

Early Meiji Period Japanese Elm Shadona Cabinet
Early Meiji Period Japanese Elm Shadona Cabinet

Early Meiji Period Japanese Elm Shadona Cabinet

Located in Dekalb, IL

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1870s Japanese Meiji Antique Barrister Desk

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Elm

SUPERB  OAK Barrister Bookcase by    GLOBE  WERNICKE  - Stickley era  W2794 SALE
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By Globe Wernicke

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

SUPERB "Mission" Barrister Bookcase by GLOBE WERNICKE the ONLY mission style barrister they maid - SALE EXTRA 20% SALE NOW This is a Four (4) Unit (three glass bookshelves and ONE D...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

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Glass, Oak

Antique Arts and Crafts Oak 5-Shelf Bookcase with Stained Glass Doors
Antique Arts and Crafts Oak 5-Shelf Bookcase with Stained Glass Doors

Antique Arts and Crafts Oak 5-Shelf Bookcase with Stained Glass Doors

Located in Seattle, WA

Antique Arts and Crafts Oak 5-Shelf Bookcase with Stained Glass Doors with Locking Key A tall, upright cabinet constructed from oak wood, exhibiting a rich, medium-brown finish with...

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1970s Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

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ANTIQUE  Barrister Bookcase  SIGNED by "GRM" in Grand Rapids,  MI   F7038   SALE
ANTIQUE  Barrister Bookcase  SIGNED by "GRM" in Grand Rapids,  MI   F7038   SALE

ANTIQUE Barrister Bookcase SIGNED by "GRM" in Grand Rapids, MI F7038 SALE

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

Four Section ANTIQUE nice OAK Barrister Bookcase SIGNED by GRM as pictured in Grand Rapids, MI - F7038 In good condition, easy to open and close, FOR your INFO: we mostly offer OA...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Barrister Desk

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Iron

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Antique Barrister Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique barrister desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each antique barrister desk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, glass and metal. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique barrister desk — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique barrister desk is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Arts and Crafts, Art Deco and industrial styles are sought with frequency. A well-made antique barrister desk has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Globe Wernicke are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Barrister Desk?

The average selling price for an antique barrister desk at 1stDibs is $2,396, while they’re typically $1,618 on the low end and $3,162 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Barrister Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What antique desks are called depends on their design. A desk with chair cutouts on both sides is a partner desk, while one with a pull-down writing surface is a secretary. On a Davenport desk, the desktop lifts to reveal a storage area. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique Davenport desk is a small writing desk, usually with four drawers on one side. The desk would have elaborately decorated supports and a recessed space for adequate legroom. Shop a collection of Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Davenport desk is a type of small desk with a distinct inclined desktop. The desktop covers a large storage compartment meant for keeping paper and other writing materials. Popular in the 19th century, Davenport desks are still sought after today. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    An 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, 2022
    A 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.

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