Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Early 20th Century European Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Walnut
Early 20th Century European Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Walnut
Early 19th Century Unknown Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Brass
Late 19th Century American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mahogany
Late 19th Century American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Brass
1910s American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mahogany
Late 19th Century Chinese Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Bamboo, Birdseye Maple, Satinwood
Late 18th Century American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mahogany
18th Century American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Maple
19th Century Unknown Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Brass
Early 19th Century American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Brass
19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Leather, Bamboo, Wood, Maple
19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Bamboo, Wood
Mid-19th Century Unknown George III Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mahogany
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1790s English Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mahogany
18th Century American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Brass
Early 20th Century Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Maple
1920s English Chinese Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Burl, Leather
Early 20th Century North American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Glass, Mahogany
1750s American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mahogany
1920s American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Glass, Mahogany
1920s American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Glass, Mahogany
1920s American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Glass, Mahogany
18th Century American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Brass
19th Century American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Wood, Maple
Late 19th Century Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Walnut
19th Century Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Brass
Late 18th Century British George III Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Brass
1920s Swedish Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Oak
1820s English Chinese Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mahogany
1870s English Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Brass
Late 19th Century Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mahogany
18th Century American American Colonial Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Brass
Late 19th Century English Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mahogany
1920s American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Glass, Mahogany
19th Century Chinese Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Faux Bamboo
1920s North American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Brass
18th Century and Earlier American Chippendale Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Walnut
18th Century and Earlier Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Walnut
18th Century and Earlier American Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Walnut, Maple
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18th Century English George III Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Metal, Brass
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Brass
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1870s French Louis XV Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
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Walnut
1940s American Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Unknown French Provincial Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Wood, Paint
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Wood
Early 1900s Italian Louis XV Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
Walnut
1930s French Louis XVI Antique Chippendale Secretary Desk
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Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces 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 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. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, 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.