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Antique Wooton Desk

19th Century American Walnut "Wells Fargo" Desk by Wooton Desk. Co
19th Century American Walnut "Wells Fargo" Desk by Wooton Desk. Co

19th Century American Walnut "Wells Fargo" Desk by Wooton Desk. Co

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

desk comes complete with keys. Three Wooton desks that are in the national collections at the

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19th Century American High Victorian Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Walnut

English Regency Burl Wood Leather Top Metamorphic Wooton Desk, Circa 1860
English Regency Burl Wood Leather Top Metamorphic Wooton Desk, Circa 1860

English Regency Burl Wood Leather Top Metamorphic Wooton Desk, Circa 1860

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional antique English Regency metamorphic executive desk In the manner of Wooton Desk Co

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1860s English Regency Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Brass

With Certificate Antique Shannon File Co Victorian Walnut Tambour Desk Must See
With Certificate Antique Shannon File Co Victorian Walnut Tambour Desk Must See

With Certificate Antique Shannon File Co Victorian Walnut Tambour Desk Must See

By The Shannon File Cabinet

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

desk top The sale includes a laminated certificate which reads as follows. “This oak wooton

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1880s English High Victorian Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Walnut

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Wooton Desk Company Antique Rotary Writing Desk, Patent No. 8, 19th Century
Wooton Desk Company Antique Rotary Writing Desk, Patent No. 8, 19th Century

Wooton Desk Company Antique Rotary Writing Desk, Patent No. 8, 19th Century

Located in Shippensburg, PA

A rare and excellent office desk designed and manufactured by the Wooton Desk Company of

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Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Brass

Victorian Carved Walnut Standard Grade Signed Wooton Secretary Desk
Victorian Carved Walnut Standard Grade Signed Wooton Secretary Desk

Victorian Carved Walnut Standard Grade Signed Wooton Secretary Desk

By Wooton Desk Co.

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a completely original finish Wooton desk with cubbies and slots. The desk is a rare find

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1890s American Late Victorian Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Walnut

Antique Paneled Walnut Rotary Library Desk by Wooton, Indianapolis, Circa 1890
Antique Paneled Walnut Rotary Library Desk by Wooton, Indianapolis, Circa 1890

Antique Paneled Walnut Rotary Library Desk by Wooton, Indianapolis, Circa 1890

By Wooton Desk Co.

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique rotary desk by Wooton offers walnut paneled construction with leather top over case

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Late 19th Century American Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Walnut

American Indianapolis, Indiana Mahogany Wooton Armoire Desk, circa 1880
American Indianapolis, Indiana Mahogany Wooton Armoire Desk, circa 1880

American Indianapolis, Indiana Mahogany Wooton Armoire Desk, circa 1880

By Wooton Desk Co.

Located in Lowestoft, GB

A Wooton desk, produced from 1874 to 1890 in Indianapolis, Indiana Designed by entrepreneur

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Late 19th Century American Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Rare Model No. 8 Rotary Desk in Queen Anne Style with Wooton Rotating Cases
Rare Model No. 8 Rotary Desk in Queen Anne Style with Wooton Rotating Cases

Rare Model No. 8 Rotary Desk in Queen Anne Style with Wooton Rotating Cases

By Wooton Desk Co.

Located in New York, NY

the renowned Wooton Desk Manufacturing Co. of Indianapolis, Indiana. This desk is a rare find

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19th Century American Queen Anne Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique American Indianapolis Oak Wooton Roll Top Tambour Wells Fargo Desk 1890
Antique American Indianapolis Oak Wooton Roll Top Tambour Wells Fargo Desk 1890

Antique American Indianapolis Oak Wooton Roll Top Tambour Wells Fargo Desk 1890

By Wooton Desk Co.

Located in Portland, OR

desk, circa 1890. In 1885 the Wooton Manufacturing Company suffered a devastating fire and moved

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1880s American American Craftsman Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Oak

Antique Rare Victorian Pedestal Desk Wooton Style, circa 1870
Antique Rare Victorian Pedestal Desk Wooton Style, circa 1870

Antique Rare Victorian Pedestal Desk Wooton Style, circa 1870

Located in London, GB

- open Wooton desks were probably not the costliest desks in series production, but they were possibly

Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Wooton Desk

Antique Renaissance Revival Walnut & Burl Wooton Secretary Desk C1880
Antique Renaissance Revival Walnut & Burl Wooton Secretary Desk C1880

Antique Renaissance Revival Walnut & Burl Wooton Secretary Desk C1880

Located in Big Flats, NY

Renaissance Revival Walnut & Burl Wooton Secretary Desk C1880 Measures - 61"H x 58.5"W x 61"D

Category

19th Century Victorian Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Moore Insurance Patent Desk
Moore Insurance Patent Desk

Moore Insurance Patent Desk

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H 51.5 in W 50 in D 43 in

Moore Insurance Patent Desk

Located in New Orleans, LA

of the 19th century, 1983, Eileen and Richard Dubrow Wooton Patent Desks,1983, J. Camille Showalter

Category

19th Century American Victorian Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Leather, Walnut

19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk
19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk

19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk

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H 64.5 in W 41.25 in D 31.25 in

19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk

By Wooton Desk Co.

Located in Dallas, TX

Presenting a highly desirable and quite rare 19th century standard grade Wooton desk. This desk

Category

Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Wooton Desk
19th Century Wooton Desk

19th Century Wooton Desk

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H 62.5 in W 39 in D 28 in

19th Century Wooton Desk

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Selling is a rare American Wooton desk ,the desk when opened reveals a pull down writing fall ,this

Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Mahogany

Rare 1888 Queen Anne No. 8 Walnut Rotary Desk by the Wooton Desk Mfg. Co.
Rare 1888 Queen Anne No. 8 Walnut Rotary Desk by the Wooton Desk Mfg. Co.

Rare 1888 Queen Anne No. 8 Walnut Rotary Desk by the Wooton Desk Mfg. Co.

By Wooton Desk Co.

Located in Lafayette, IN

This is a rare model No. 8 Rotary desk in the Queen Anne style made by the Wooton Desk

Category

1880s American Queen Anne Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Brass

Antique American Indianapolis Cabinet Co. Oak S Curve Tambour Roll Top Desk 1890
Antique American Indianapolis Cabinet Co. Oak S Curve Tambour Roll Top Desk 1890

Antique American Indianapolis Cabinet Co. Oak S Curve Tambour Roll Top Desk 1890

By Wooton Desk Co.

Located in Portland, OR

made high quality desks until the mid 1890s when they had taken over some of the designs of the Wooton

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1890s American American Craftsman Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Oak

19th Century Wooton Rotary Desk
19th Century Wooton Rotary Desk

19th Century Wooton Rotary Desk

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H 30.5 in W 57 in D 30.5 in

19th Century Wooton Rotary Desk

By Wooton Desk Co.

Located in Rochester, NY

American 19th century Wooton rotary desk with all over raise panel construction / barrel shaped

Category

Late 19th Century American Edwardian Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Walnut, Oak

19th century American Patented Wooten Desk with Provenance
19th century American Patented Wooten Desk with Provenance

19th century American Patented Wooten Desk with Provenance

Located in Savannah, GA

Important American Wooton cabinet desk labelled Wooton Desk Manf. Co., Indianapolis, 1874. This

Category

1870s American Renaissance Revival Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Bronze

Rare English Oak Wooton Style 19th Century Desk with Rotating Drawers
Rare English Oak Wooton Style 19th Century Desk with Rotating Drawers

Rare English Oak Wooton Style 19th Century Desk with Rotating Drawers

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Very rare and unusual Wooton style English desk. Late 19th Ct., 1880's. Adjustable lectern top

Category

Late 19th Century British Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Oak

American Wooton Desk
American Wooton Desk

American Wooton Desk

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H 72 in W 42 in D 29 in

American Wooton Desk

By Wooton Desk Co.

Located in Stratford upon Avon, GB

Beautiful wooton desk, used in the film chariots of fire; formerly in the collection of the

Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Wooton Desk

Materials

Mahogany

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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.

Questions About Antique Wooton 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 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.
  • 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.

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