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Biedermeier Roll Top

Biedermeier Burl Wood Secretary Cabinet
By Biedermeier
Located in Bridgeport, CT
shelves, flanked by curved side compartments (one shelf inside at the left). Below is a roll top secretary
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Antique 19th Century European Biedermeier Secretaires

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Burl

A fine Biedermeier period walnut and inlayed roll top secretary. Circa 1830
Located in Dallas, TX
A very fine and rare Biedermeier walnut roll top secretary . Fine satinwood inlay . French polished
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Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Secretaires

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Satinwood, Walnut

Roll Door Cupboard in antique Biedermeier Style Mahogany veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
ten drawers. Slightly protruding top plate. Covered side walls with thread intarsia. Exactly made
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20th Century German Biedermeier Cupboards

Materials

Mahogany

Architectural Form 19th C. Swedish Birch Biedermeier Barrel Roll Secretaire
Located in St. Louis, MO
matched flame birch veneer, pyramidal top, locking upper storage compartments, barrel roll desk with pull
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Secretaires

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Birch

19th Century Danish Biedermeier Bureau Secretary Desk
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
. The bottom section contains a roll top, when lifted exposes a leather inset writing surface under a
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Antique 19th Century Danish Biedermeier Secretaires

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Mahogany

Biedermeier Secretaire in Walnut
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Biedermeier Secretaire in walnut and walnut burl with inlaid lemonwood and mahogany marquetry. Roll
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Austrian Secretaires

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Biedermeier Secretaire in Walnut
Biedermeier Secretaire in Walnut
H 45 in W 46 in D 23 in
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Drop Front Desk. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This exceptional Biedermeier drop front desk is the best example of top-quality Viennese
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Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Desks

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Maple, Walnut

Antique 19th Century Danish Biedermeier Mahogany Secretary Desk
Located in Round Top, TX
This stunning Biedermeier secretary was crafted in Denmark during a peak era known for high quality
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Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Secretaires

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

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Biedermeier Roll Top For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic biedermeier roll top available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, walnut and mahogany, every biedermeier roll top was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect biedermeier roll top — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available.

How Much is a Biedermeier Roll Top?

A biedermeier roll top can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $7,800, while the lowest priced sells for $1,657 and the highest can go for as much as $20,700.
Questions About Biedermeier Roll Top
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A roll top desk is a piece of furniture that has a wooden cover that can be pulled down when the desk is not in use. Shop a collection of roll top furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Roll-top desks are originally from the late 18th century in the Georgian era of England. By the middle of the Victorian era, they were found in most offices and produced on a large scale. Shop a range of antique roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sometimes, roll-top desks are called tambours, sliding roll desks or roll-up desks. However, roll-top is the most commonly used name. The style of desk became popular during the 19th century. You can find a range of roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A roll top desk kept small essentials and paperwork organized. The roll top design was ideal for business people to secure their desks at the end of the day without filing away their work. Browse a variety of roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A roll top desk can be worth anywhere between $3,000 to $6,000, depending on the condition, materials used and time of manufacturing. Roll top desks are expensive, as they are very popular on the antique furniture market and are considered timeless collectibles. Shop a range of antique and vintage roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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.

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