American Mahogany Writing Desk with Bookcase Norfolk VA
Located in Charleston, SC
American mahogany writing desk with bookcase Norfolk VA, circa 1840.
Antique 1830s American Secretaires
Mahogany
American Mahogany Writing Desk with Bookcase Norfolk VA
Located in Charleston, SC
American mahogany writing desk with bookcase Norfolk VA, circa 1840.
Mahogany
$3,950
H 69.25 in W 45.625 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Danish Rosewood Bookcase with Drop-Down Secretary Desk
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Danish modern tall rosewood bookcase with secretary desk made in Denmark
Brass
$1,596Sale Price|46% Off
H 88.38 in W 43 in D 21 in
Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Drop Front Secretary Desk With Bookcase Hutch
By Jasper Furniture Company
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Georgian Chinoiserie style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top
Brass
$3,495
H 56 in W 48 in D 22.5 in
French Ebonized Burled Walnut Secretary Desk Bookcase with Sevres Style Figures
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exquisite French ebonized and burled walnut secretary desk bookcase embodies the grandeur of
Bronze
$5,750
H 91.75 in W 50.25 in D 22.5 in
Outstanding Country French Period 1780s era Walnut Secretary Desk with Bookcase
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This outstanding Country French walnut secretary desk with bookcase, dating to the 1780s, is an
Walnut
$1,800Sale Price|61% Off
H 82 in W 40 in D 21 in
Unique Venetian Italian Paint Decorated Secretary Desk with Bookcase Circa 1890s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Venetian Italian paint decorated secretary desk with bookcase, circa 1890s, is a remarkable
Walnut
$32,953
H 91.74 in W 39.38 in D 21.66 in
Original 18th Century Venetian Secretary Desk Bookcase burled walnut with inlaid
By Bassano's Ebanisteria
Located in Vigonza, Padua
durability of the furniture. It is a classic chest of drawers with upper bookcase which will certainly
Walnut
$6,517
H 87.6 in W 50.2 in D 25.4 in
Very Rare Italian Hardwood Cylinder Bureau Bookcase Desk with Must See Pictures
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
bookcase with ornately inlaid internals This is one of the finest flamed mahogany cylinder top desks I
Hardwood
$8,280Sale Price|31% Off
H 81 in W 39 in D 22 in
Hollywood Regency Secretary Desk Secretaire Bookcase w/ Chinese Motif
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Hollywood Regency secretary desk secretaire bookcase with hand-painted Chinese motif featuring a
Wood
English Mahogany and Satinwood Secretary Desk Bookcase, 1790-1820
Located in San Francisco, CA
a kind mahogany secretary-desk-bookcase with satinwood marquetry detail of seashell motif. The
Mahogany, Satinwood
$2,744
H 82.29 in W 41.34 in D 17.72 in
Light Hardwood Library Bookcase Secrétaire Desk Brown Leather Surface
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this stunning circa 1880 light mahogany library bookcase with secrétaire desk
Hardwood
$3,196Sale Price|20% Off
H 55 in W 29 in D 21 in
Fine Quality French Mahogany Bronze Mounted Secretary Desk Bookcase Top
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This fine French mahogany bronze mounted secretary desk with bookcase top exemplifies the elegance
Carrara Marble, Bronze
$3,750
H 83.86 in W 74.81 in D 24.41 in
Rare Victorian Flamed Hardwood Library Bookcase Secretaire Desk Chest of Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Victorian flamed mahogany library bookcase with
Hardwood
$6,517
H 80.32 in W 38.59 in D 18.12 in
ANTIQUE SHERATON REVIVAL BUREA BOOKCASE LEATHER TOP HARDWOOD WALNUT & SATiNWOOD
By Sheraton Revival
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Revival Walnut, Mahogany & Satinwood Bureau bookcase with brown leather drop front desk Please note the
Leather, Hardwood, Satinwood, Walnut
Fine Early 18th Century Queen Anne Burl Walnut Secretary Bookcase
Located in Miami, FL
Walnut Secretary Desk and Bookcase, circa 1710 A fine 18th century English Queen Anne-period furnishings
Brass
18th C. Venetian Secretary Hutch with a Beautiful Hand-Painted Finish
Located in Atlanta, GA
and installation. This 18th century Venetian tall bookcase with secretary desk will be an eye-catching
Wood
$2,144Sale Price|42% Off
H 63 in W 46 in D 20 in
Mid Century Secretary Cabinet by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, 1960s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Detroit, MI
This exceptional vintage mid century secretary desk with bookcase was designed by British-born T.H
Brass
English 19th Century Sheraton Secretary
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A slender mahogany bureau bookcase with secretary desk, made in England, circa 1820. The
Brass
Antique English Mahogany Secretary Bookcase
Located in Charleston, SC
English Mahogany Secretary Bookcase with slant front desk and leather writing surface and fitted
Unavailable
H 64.18 in W 46.86 in D 14.97 in
Vintage Swedish Teak Bookshelf Unit with Desk and Sideboard, 1960s
Located in Warsaw, PL
This Mid-Century Modern bookcase was manufactured in Sweden during the 1960s. It has been finished
Teak
Unavailable
H 62.21 in W 47.25 in D 16.54 in
Vintage Scandinavian Teak Bookshelf Unit with Desk and Secretaire, 1960s
Located in Warsaw, PL
sliding door, four drawers and pullout desk tray (116 x 39 cm). The height to desk-top is 71 cm. The
Teak
Unavailable
H 90.5 in W 39 in D 20 in
BAKER Georgian Walnut Bonnet Top Secretary Desk with Mirrored Blind Bookcase
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Georgian style secretary desk by Baker Furniture. Walnut with brass hardware, double bonnet
Brass
Unavailable
H 87 in W 24.5 in D 24.5 in
Early 18thC George I period Antique Walnut Secretary Secretaire Bureau Bookcase
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
bureau bookcase with separate bookcase, separate desk section and with fully fitted interior including
Walnut
Unavailable
H 63 in W 46 in D 20 in
Midcentury T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Secretary Cabinet, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Detroit, MI
This exceptional vintage midcentury secretary desk with bookcase was designed by British-born T.H
Brass
English Burl Walnut Secretary
Located in Morristown, NJ
Secretary bookcase with leather paneled slope front desk
Period Chippendale Figured Mahogany Secretary Bookcase, circa 1765
Located in Essex, MA
Period Chippendale George III Secretary Bookcase with Desk Interior British, circa 1765, highly
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Bookcase with Secretary Desk by Heywood Wakefield
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing Mid-Century Modern bookcase with secretary desk manufactured by Heywood Wakefield in the
Maple
Sold
H 94.25 in W 50.5 in D 22.75 in
English George III Mahogany Antique Secretary Desk with Bookcase, circa 1790
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A superbly crafted and designed piece, this fine secretary desk is a rare survivor with nearly
Brass
Sold
H 81.11 in W 32.09 in D 22.64 in
White Free Standing Bookcase with Bureau Desk and Single Sliding Drawer
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this nice utilitarian free standing white bookcase with writing bureau
Wood
Danish Teak Bookcase, Desk Secretary by Poul Hundevad
Located in Pomona, CA
its drop front desk with bookcase above and ample storage below.
Teak
Danish Teak Secretary Desk And Bookcase Unit, Ca. 1960s
Located in Peabody, MA
Vintage Danish standing secretary writing desk, with bookcase shelving and three storage drawers
Teak, Lacquer
Venetian Secretary Bookcase
Located in New York, NY
An Italian slant front desk with bookcase -the slant front writing desk opening to a blue interior
Mid Century Chinoiserie Breakfront with Desk Drawer
By Karges Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
The Chinoiserie Breakfront Bookcase in canary yellow has a decorative painted crown above four
Wood
1930s Georgian Style Painted Chinoiserie Secretary Desk with Bookcase
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1930s Georgian style painted chinoiserie secretary desk with open bookcase top. It is
Wood, Paint
Cees Braakman for Pastoe Bookcase with Built in Desk
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Braakman drop down desk with adjustable bottom shelf. Lightly refinished but shows some signs of wear
Sold
H 69 in W 51 in D 29.5 in
Antique Victorian Oak & Walnut Secretary Desk with Bookcase, circa 1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
enclosed bookcase surmounting desk with additional drawers and cabinet, c1900 Measures - overall 69" h x
Oak, Walnut
Sold
H 71.5 in W 39.5 in D 16.75 in
Danish Teak Bookcase Tambour Door Secretary Hutch with Pullout Desk Top
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Exquisite Danish made bookcase with secretary desk. The piece packs a wallop with storage
Teak
Sold
H 86 in W 31.25 in D 17.75 in
Baker Furniture Georgian Banded Mahogany Drop Front Secretary Desk With Bookcase
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Georgian or Chippendale style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch
Brass
Sold
H 86.5 in W 36 in D 20.13 in
Diminutive English George III Mahogany Secretary Desk with Bookcase, circa 1780
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Of perfect size and proportions, this English George III Secretary Desk is commanding in presence
Elm, Glass, Mahogany, Oak, Pine
Sold
H 91.75 in W 44.88 in L 91.75 in
English George III Style Drop Front Secretary Desk with Bookcase, circa 1870
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous 19th century English George III style secretary desk with bookcase. The desk features
Leather, Glass, Cherry, Mahogany
Sold
H 107.09 in W 50.01 in D 14.57 in
Lambs of Manchester Library Bookcase Secretaire Desk with Ice Bucket circa 1840
By Lamb of Manchester
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Library bookcase with secrataire desk and drawers A very rare and highly collectable enormous library
Walnut
Sold
H 74.5 in W 32 in D 15 in
Rustic A. Brandt Ranch Oak Secretary Style Drop Front Student Desk with Bookcase
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Late 20th Century Rustic or Western secretary style drop front lighted student desk with
Metal
19th Century English Cylinder Desk and Bookcase or Secretary
Located in Milford, NH
A 19th century two part walnut English cylinder secretary desk and bookcase with nicely
Mid-Century Modern Secretary Desk Bookcase Cabinet By Heywood-Wakefield
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This American-Made Mid-Century Modern bookcase with secretary desk is by furniture maker Heywood
Maple
Sold
H 84 in W 38 in D 18 in
George I Style, Chinoiserie, Green-Japanned Desk, Bookcase, Parcel-Gilt, 1920s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Chinoiserie, Secretary Desk with Bookcase in the George I Style, Green Lacquer, Giltwood, China
Giltwood, Lacquer
Sold
H 91.34 in W 48.04 in D 19.69 in
circa 1880 Hardwood Library Bookcase Secretaire Desk Dark Blue Leather Surface
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
secretaries desk. A well made and collectable library bookcase. The top section has three height-adjustable
Hardwood
English Secretary Bookcase
Located in Savannah, GA
English Secretary Bookcase. Slant top desk with leather writing surface features a number of
Brass
Sold
H 94 in W 44.5 in D 23.5 in
Late 18th Century English Mahogany Secretary Bookcase with Fall Front
Located in Dallas, TX
late 18th century English mahogany desk and bookcase with fall front, broken pediment top with
Mahogany
Danish Teak Secretary Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Danish modern teak bookcase with secretary desk. Top sits on a teak table.
Teak
French Provincial Bureau Bookcase.
Located in Middleburg, VA
paneled doors to upper bookcase. Lower desk with paneled fall front concealing a fitted interior over
Pine
Period Gustavian Swedish Secretaire with Vitrine Cabinet
Located in Charleston, SC
period with a high arching pediment cornice and rare vitrine glass display bookcase. The fall front desk
Pine
Period Gustavian Swedish Secretaire with Vitrine Cabinet
Located in Charleston, SC
high arching pediment cornice and rare vitrine with original hand blown glass display or bookcase. The
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Period Secretaire
Located in Charleston, SC
cornice and vitrine original glass bookcase, fall front desk with multiple small compartments over a
Sold
H 71.66 in W 39.38 in D 16.93 in
Danish Design Teak Secretaire by Johannes Sorth for Bornholm Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Bornholm Møbelfabrik
Located in Breda, Netherlands
a few seconds. Vintage Bookcase The desk is finished with style with tambour doors and three small
Teak
Sold
H 87.5 in W 46.5 in D 23 in
Antique Victorian Rosewood Secretary Drop Front Desk with Bookcase, circa 1870
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian secretary offers deeply striated rosewood construction with upper bookcase
Glass, Rosewood
Sold
H 71.5 in W 38 in D 17.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Bookcase with Writing Desk by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage American walnut bookcase features Drexel Furniture design with beautiful hardwood
Walnut
Johannes Sorth for Bornholm Mobelfabrik Teak Desk Bookcase
By Bornholm Møbelfabrik
Located in New Windsor, NY
Johannes Sorth design for Bornholm Mobelfabrik teak desk/bookcase. Signed with paper label on the
Teak
Sold
H 48.04 in W 31.89 in D 16.15 in
Rare Art Deco Haagse School Bookcase with Drop-Front Desk by P.E.L.Izeren
By P.E.L. Izeren 1
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare oak and macassar ebony Art Deco Haagse School bookcase with drop-front desk by P.E.L.Izeren
Macassar, Oak
18th Century English George III Period Secretary Desk with Bookcase
Located in Shippensburg, PA
from floor to surface Condition report: Desk lock replaced, no key - one key for bookcase. Missing
Glass, Mahogany, Oak, Pine
Danish Modern Rosewood Secretary Desk with Bookcase
Located in Berkeley, CA
This Danish modern Mid-Century secretary desk is fantastically preserved. Crafted in Brazilian
Rosewood
Secretary Desk, English, Bookcase Top, Hand Glazed Doors, with Drawers
By Bevan Funnell Ltd.
Located in Toronto, CA
A Classic secretary desk with bookcase top, the individual hand glazed doors give the proper
Wood
Sold
H 87 in W 39.5 in D 18 in
Georgian Style English Desk Bureau Bookcase with Banded Drawers, Leather Top
By George Hepplewhite
Located in Toronto, CA
A stunning vintage Georgian style English secretary desk with bookcase top. Crafted in mahogany
Hardwood
Sold
H 71 in W 36 in D 18.5 in
English Satinwood Paint Decorated Adams Style Secretary Desk with Bookcase top
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Adams style paint decorated secretary desk with 4 doors containing 3 shelves with a drop desk.
Wood
Hepplewhite Mahogany Secretary Desk Bookcase Curio Top
By George Hepplewhite
Located in Toledo, OH
Hepplewhite mahogany secretary desk bookcase with curio top. Drop down writing surface with pullout
Mahogany
English Regency Mahogany & Ebony Secretary Desk & Bookcase
Located in Milford, NH
A beautiful example of a two part Regency mahogany & ebony secretary desk and bookcase, with two
Mahogany
Sold
H 61.25 in W 98.5 in D 20 in
Teak Mid-Century Modern Wall Storage Bookcase Cabinet with Drop Front Desk
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern large wall storage cabinet and bookcase with a
Laminate, Teak
Ilmari Tapiovaara Laukaan Puu Bookcase Shelves Desk in Pine
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare bookcase unit with desk by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu, Finland 1955. This rare modular
Pine
Two-Piece Danish Rosewood Hutch Bookcase Bar
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Exquisite Danish made two piece bookcase chest of drawers with secretary desk. The piece packs a
Rosewood
Gilbert Rohde Paldao Secretary Bookcase for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde
Located in Hanover, MA
Gilbert Rohde large-scale bookcase with drop-front secretary desk and storage drawers in exotic
Paldao
Sold
H 83.25 in W 46 in D 23.5 in
Antique Neoclassical American Empire Flame Mahogany Secretary Desk C1840
Located in Big Flats, NY
*** Antique Neoclassical American Empire Flame Mahogany Secretary with Upper Double Glass Door Bookcase over
Mahogany, Glass
Period Gustavian Swedish Secretaire with Vitrine Cabinet
Located in Charleston, SC
arching pediment cornice and rare vitrine with original handblown glass display or bookcase. The fall
Blown Glass, Pine
Sold
H 80 in W 46.25 in D 22 in
North German/Danish Ash Wood Empire Secretary with Inlay Silhouettes, circa 1810
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
secretary in ash with tiered bureau bookcase with bowed doors. Interior writing desk is in birch and
Birch, Oak, Ash, Kingwood
Paolo Buffa Bookcase
By Paolo Buffa
Located in New York, NY
Bookcase with drop front desk by Paolo Buffa. Petite bookcase of Italian walnut. Angular front
1960s Danish Teak Bookcase Desk
Located in Hudson, NY
A good looking Danish bookcase with drop down writing desk. The writing surface is black laminate
Teak
Stellar Quality Børge Mogensen Teak Secretary Desk with Bookcase
By Børge Mogensen
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This stellar quality all hardwood constructed teak secretary / bookcase by acclaimed Danish
Teak
Set of 6 French Chairs & 2 Armchairs
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Wonderful set of 6 chairs and 2 armchairs in the French Louis XVI pure line. Simple and chic.
Wood
French Metal Canopy Bed, King
Located in Westwood, NJ
French Metal Canopy Bed, King Size, with a bronze finish metal canopy frame with a padded upholstered headboard in a neutral linen fabric. The frame with finials, square posts, and r...
Metal
$2,495 / set
H 27 in W 26.5 in D 17 in
French Louis XVI Style Painted Chests / Commodes / Tables Att. To Julia Gray
By Julia Gray
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of French Louis XVI style chests or side tables attributed to Julia Gray. They are green with gilt accents and have three drawers. They are in very good condition.
Wood
$5,419
H 34.26 in W 50.4 in D 20.87 in
ANTIQUE CHINESE CHINOISERIE HAND PAiNTED COMMODE CHEST OF DRAWERS MARBLED TOP
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand painted marbled topped Chinoiserie Chinese Chippendale taste bombe commode most likely ma...
Marble
$2,301 / item
H 28.35 in W 21.66 in D 1.97 in
"Ca'Favretto" Murano Glass Mirror in Venetian Style, by Fratelli Tosi Murano
By Fratelli Tosi
Located in Murano Venezia, IT
Murano glass mirror in Venetian Style, mirror made to a design by Fratelli Tosi, entirely handmade according to the techniques of our ancestors. Mirror composed of a crystal frame o...
Art Glass, Mirror, Murano Glass
$1,779
H 73.63 in W 57.88 in D 74.81 in
Bed frame. Carved and turned wood. 20th century, following ancient models.
Located in Madrid, ES
Bed frame. Carved and turned wood. 20th century, following ancient models. Bed frame composed of a headboard and footboard made of carved and turned wood called mogno, creating arc...
Other
$3,960Sale Price|43% Off
H 93 in W 95 in D 22 in
Auffray & Co French Provincial Antique Distressed Style Bookcase China Cabinet
By Auffray Furniture
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant French Provincial bookcase and china cabinet by Auffray & Co is a remarkable piece that captures the timeless sophistication of European-inspired design. Known for their...
Oak
Ondamarmo Vulcano Onyx Matte Polished Side Table
Located in AVENZA CARRARA, IT
The Ondamarmo series by Federica Elmo includes 6 objects: The extra large dining table, two smaller size tables, three shelves, and a tray designed as an evolution of the shapes of t...
Onyx
19th Century Swedish Blue Oak Secretary Bureau
Located in Round Top, TX
This oak secretary is a striking statement piece with panel doors, dramatic bonnet, and traditional lower three large drawers. The entire secretary has been given a professional cust...
Brass
$19,700
H 39 in W 78 in D 19.5 in
Antique French Provencal Sideboard, Handcrafted Pinewood, Circa 1750
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A single, antique French Provencal sideboard in a light-blue, grey patina made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good condition. The demi-lune credenza has a rounded etched top, c...
Metal
French Bleached Oak Sideboard
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Very unusual French early 19th C bleached oak sideboard with 3 internal drawers. 1830. Reference: 8175 Dimensions 61.5 inches (156 cms) Wide 31 inches (79 cms) Deep 36 inches (91 c...
Oak
$4,500
H 87 in W 86 in D 66 in
Henredon White Wash Pickled Maple Canopy Light Queen Size Bed Headboard MINT!
By Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Henredon White Wash Pickled Maple Canopy Light Queen Size Bed Headboard MINT!
Maple
Circa 1880 Italian Giltwood LXV Style Chaise Longue
Located in London, Park Royal
This wonderfully elegant Chaise Longue, Circa 1880 is from Tuscany, Italy. Finely carved in the LXV style, it includes an armrest on one side which adds the piece's overall form and ...
Gold Leaf
$9,278Sale Price / item|10% Off
H 31.5 in Dm 37.41 in
Artistic Chandelier 6arms Amethyst-green-pink Murano Glass Rosae by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Artistic chandelier 6 arms in amethyst-green-pink Murano glass, flowers in pink vitreous paste Rosae Rosarum by Multiforme. Three of our Timeless collections have taken inspiration f...
Murano Glass, Blown Glass
19th Century French Louis XV Giltwood Marble Top Console
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis XV giltwood marble top console is an amazing rendition of the style that glorifies the beauty of nature, emphasizing shell floral and foliate forms to an am...
Marble
$5,995
H 87.5 in W 44 in D 19.5 in
Outstanding Red and Yellow Ornate Large Venetian Painted Secretary Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This outstanding Venetian painted secretary desk is a true statement piece, showcasing the artistry and craftsmanship of Italy’s finest furniture traditions. Standing tall and elegan...
Walnut
Your antique, new or vintage secretary desk has become the (chic) saving grace of the "new normal" at home.
Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments — pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers — are revealed.
Traditionally, a secretary is composed of two parts — a chest of drawers on the bottom and a cabinet with shelves on the top. Taking its name from the French word for the piece, secrétaire, the secretary desk dates back to the 18th century, when Paris-based cabinetmaker Jean-François Oeben, known for his exquisite marquetry and clever mechanical desks, is thought to have invented the secrétaire à abbattant, or drop-leaf desk.
While the defining drop-down feature of the secretary desk has remained constant, the materials used, as well as its configuration, size and style have evolved over time.
At first, secretaries were typically made from exotic woods, like rosewood, tulipwood and kingwood; later, hardwoods like cherry, maple, oak and mahogany were more common. The desks also became lighter, with space carved out of the lower half for the writer’s feet or with drawers replaced by legs — making them more table-like.
When open, the secretary is a dynamic, versatile Wunderkammer. When closed, it’s a sophisticated, space-saving piece of furniture.
“A fine secretary with a good provenance adds stature and credence to its owner — it is a cornerstone piece,” says antiques dealer Stanley Weiss, who specializes in 18th- and 19th-century English and American furniture. “In this disposable world, fine furniture is always passed on and speaks to who its owner is.”
No matter what style or period you choose, and no matter how you decide to use it, the timeless, flexible secretary desk is bound to become an indispensable part of your daily routine.
Browse a range of antique and vintage secretary desks on 1stDibs, including mid-century modern secretaires, Georgian secretaires and others.
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