Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Fruitwood
Mid-19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Oak
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Walnut, Glass
1870s Eastlake Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Glass, Walnut
1820s English Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Brass
18th Century English George III Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Bronze
Early 19th Century Federal Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Glass, Mahogany
18th Century English George III Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Brass
1790s English Chippendale Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Mahogany
1750s English George II Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Walnut
1890s French Louis XIII Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Walnut
1920s American Arts and Crafts Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Brass
Mid-19th Century Irish George III Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood
Late 18th Century British George III Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Wood
1790s British George III Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Mahogany
18th Century English Georgian Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Mahogany
Late 19th Century American Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Walnut, Glass
19th Century English George III Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Brass
Late 19th Century American Chippendale Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Brass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Brass
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Glass, Oak
19th Century English Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Wood
1830s American American Classical Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Glass, Oak
Early 19th Century English Hepplewhite Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Mahogany, Glass
1790s English George III Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Brass
1770s English Chippendale Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
1860s French Louis XVI Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Brass, Bronze
Mid-19th Century American George III Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Glass, Walnut
Late 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Walnut, Glass
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Mahogany, Satinwood
18th Century French Queen Anne Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Mirror, Walnut
18th Century English George III Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Brass
18th Century British Georgian Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Mahogany
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Walnut
1720s English Queen Anne Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Oak
1890s Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Walnut
Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Wood, Rosewood
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Brass
1910s English Arts and Crafts Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Copper
1740s English George II Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Brass
Late 18th Century British George III Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Brass
1820s English George IV Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Walnut
Late 18th Century North American Victorian Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Cherry
1780s English George III Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Mahogany
19th Century English Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Metal
Mid-19th Century Danish Biedermeier Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Mahogany
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Walnut
1830s English William IV Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Brass
1840s French Neoclassical Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
19th Century European George III Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Leather, Glass, Mahogany
Late 19th Century American Federal Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Mahogany
1850s English Victorian Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century Irish George III Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Mahogany
Early 1900s British Queen Anne Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Glass, Mahogany
19th Century American American Empire Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Early 1900s Italian Neoclassical Antique Secretary Bookcase Desk
Brass
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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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