Antique Mission Arts Craft Quartersawn Oak Library Bookcase Table Desk Inkwell
Located in Dayton, OH
A rare and impressive Arts and Crafts / Mission style combination desk, dating from the early 20th century (circa 1900–1910). Constructed entirely from solid quarter sawn oak, the pi...
Oak
Antique English Victorian Carved Walnut Drop Front Secretary Desk Circa 1880s
By R.J. Horner & Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique English Victorian, Gothic Revival, or Renaissance Revival drop front secretary desk In the manner of R.J. Horner & Co. England, Late 19th Century Ornate carved ...
Walnut
Rustic German Pine Apothecary Cabinet / Shop Counter / Kitchen Island, 1930
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This shop counter was designed and made circa 1930s in Germany. It was made from pine with iron handles in art nouveau style. The cabinet has retained a rich patina with some natural...
Pine
19th Century English Painted Bookcase
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Handsome 19th Century English painted bookcase, retaining its original painted surface with a softly aged patina. Constructed in two parts, with an open shelving upper section over...
Wood, Paint
Queen Anne Style Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk with Cabriole Legs
Located in Astoria, NY
Queen Anne Style Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk, the central drawer flanked by two rows of two drawers above cabriole legs. 31" H x 51" W x 19.5" D. Provenance: From a West End Avenue...
Mahogany
18th Century William & Mary Walnut Bureau
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A good Late William and Mary walnut bureau, Circa 1710. The fall-front with bookrest and herringbone banded throughout. The fitted interior with pigeon holes and drawers including t...
Walnut
Hermès “Pippa” Folding Writing Desk with Matching Stool
By Rena Dumas, Peter Coles
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
The iconic Hermès “Pippa” folding writing desk is a superb expression of understated luxury and intelligent design. Inspired by the Maison’s equestrian heritage, it folds into a rema...
Leather, Maple
20th-century mahogany étagère
Located in MILL, NL
20th-century mahogany étagère / bookcase. Stands on brass castors. In very good condition. Only very slight signs of wear. Dimensions: 100W x 40D x 95H cm
Brass
Mid 19th Century Rosewood Open Bookcase c1840
Located in Batley, GB
A good quality early Victorian Rosewood veneer and pine open bookcase. Raised on a plinth base with 3 shelves flanked by architectural square columns. In good honest country house ...
Rosewood, Pine
Mid-Century Modern "Floating" Executive Desk, Teak by Dyrlund, Denmark, c. 1960s
By Dyrlund
Located in Deland, FL
This iconic Danish modern "floating" executive desk, produced by the lauded Dyrulud in the late 60's - early 70's, exemplifies the elegance of mid-century Scandinavian design. Crafte...
Aluminum
18th Century Georgian Mahogany Pedestal Partners Desk, Chippendale Period
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Rare And Very Good Quality 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Pedestal Partners Desk, Having Attractive Gilt Tooled Old Leather Inset To Crossbanded Top, Over Three Drawers With Old Re...
American Mahogany
Unique Roland Wilhelmsson massive pine bookshelf from a Swedish residence 1970's
Located in Forest, BE
Cette étagère constitue une pièce particulièrement singulière dans l’œuvre du designer suédois Roland Wilhelmsson. Réalisée dans les années 1970 à la demande d’une famille résidant à...
Pine
Teak Executive Desk Large Wooden Office Writing Table Denmark MCM 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage freestanding executive workstation features an expansive rectangular top paired with dual drawer pedestals for efficient organization. The floating appearance of the tab...
Teak
Large 19thC English Ebonised Pine Glazed Display Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1890 Large 19thC English Ebonised Pine Glazed Display Cabinet Sku 2263 Together W189.5 x D33 x H253 cm Base W188.5 x D31.5 x H103 cm Base internal shelf depth 24 cm Top W189.5 ...
Pine
$1,647Sale Price / set|30% Off
Quality Pair of Vintage Mahogany Bookcases / Display Shelves floor or wall mount
Located in Wisbech, England
Quality Pair of Vintage Mahogany Bookcases / Display Shelving Units – Freestanding or Wall Mounted Enhance your home with this quality pair of vintage mahogany bookcases, dating from...
Wood
Mummenthaler & Meier Switzerland 1960's Vintage Magic Box Folding Secretary Desk
Located in Nottingham, GB
Mummenthaler & Meier “Magic Box” Secretary Desk – Swiss Mid-Century Masterpiece, 1960s We are delighted to offer this exceptional “Magic Box” secretary desk by master Swiss makers M...
Wood
Scandinavian teak desk with removable drawers, 1960s
Located in Brescia, IT
Teak desk with a three-drawer wall-mounted chest and square-section legs. Scandinavian production, 1960s. The light proportions and clean lines define this teak desk, an embodiment ...
Teak
Carlo Contin "Cross" White Stained Ash Wood Shelf Bookcase for Meritalia
By Carlo Contin, Meritalia
Located in Varedo, MB
Designed by Carlo Contin for Meritalia®, Cross is a striking ash wood bookcase that reveals its structure and essence through the bold gesture of an intersecting frame. Balancing arc...
Ash
Carlo Contin "Cross" Black Stained Ash Wood Shelf Bookcase for Meritalia
By Meritalia, Carlo Contin
Located in Varedo, MB
Designed by Carlo Contin for Meritalia®, Cross is a striking ash wood bookcase that reveals its structure and essence through the bold gesture of an intersecting frame. Balancing arc...
Ash
Jacques Adnet Art Deco Burl Wood Secretaire / Fall-Front Desk, France, c. 1930s
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Miami, FL
A striking French Art Deco secretaire (fall-front desk) by Jacques Adnet, executed in richly figured burl elm (bois de loupe) veneer and dating to the 1930s. The cabinet exemplifies ...
Leather, Ash
Scandinavian teak desk with six drawers, 1960s
Located in Brescia, IT
Teak desk with six drawers and tapered legs. Scandinavian production, 1960s. Characterized by a minimalist design, this teak desk embodies the understated aesthetic of 1960s Scandin...
Teak
Scandinavian teak desk, 1950s
Located in Brescia, IT
Teak desk with four drawers, a central compartment with two shelves, and tapered legs. Scandinavian production, 1960s. Characterized by an elegant silhouette and meticulous craftsma...
Teak
Antique oak desk, Germany, late 19th century. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique desk from around 1890, Germany. This piece of furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: height 79 cm / width 160 cm / depth 80 cm, cha...
Oak
Dutch Oak Pedestal Desk by H. Pander & Zonen, Art Nouveau to Art Deco, ca 1920
By H. Pander
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
A substantial Dutch oak pedestal desk by the renowned furniture manufacturer H. Pander & Zonen of The Hague, dating from the transitional period between late Art Nouveau and earl...
Oak
Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Mahogany Single Door Bookcase C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
This ebonized hardwood display cabinet features a single glass-paneled door with intricate geometric fretwork at the top. The cabinet is designed with clean lines and offers multiple...
Mahogany
Burr Walnut Clapper Empire Secretaire with Detached Columns and Secret Drawer
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This beautiful Empire clapper secretaire is made of burr walnut. It has very elegant detached columns with Fine chiseled bronze elements on top and bottom of each column. Inside of t...
Bronze
18th Century Black Scandinavian Bureau
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful 18th century Scandinavian bureau featuring a dramatic black painted finish and refined architectural proportions. The piece displays elegant craftsmanship with understate...
Wood
French Louis XVI Period Carved Oak Slant-Front Secretary Desk, Liège, Late 18th
Located in Atlanta, GA
A finely carved French Louis XVI period slant-front secretary desk, crafted in natural oak in the Liège region during the late 18th century. This elegant secrétaire à abattant displa...
Oak
Brass-Bound Rosewood Campaign Writing Slope Lap Desk, English, Circa 1860
Located in Downingtown, PA
Brass-Bound Rosewood Campaign Writing Slope Lap Desk, English, Circa 1860 This brass-bound campaign writing slope, of the kind carried by military and naval officers and gentleman t...
Wood
$79,195 / item
Duo Large Shelving
By Carpanese Home Italia
Located in Milan, IT
A veritable work of art that outdoes the functionality of design, this spectacular shelving system will infuse sophistication in any classic or modern interior. Showcasing a bold str...
Wood
$51,865 / item
Duo Medium Shelving
By Carpanese Home Italia
Located in Milan, IT
Gorgeously drawing the eye to books and other displayed collectibles, this stunning shelving system combines deft traditional craftsmanship with a clean-lined contemporary flair. Fas...
Wood
$24,755 / item
Duo Small Wall Shelving
By Carpanese Home Italia
Located in Milan, IT
Evocative of an architectural work of art, this streamlined shelving system boasts a clean, minimalist design that highlights its extraordinarily handcrafted details. Equipped with o...
Wood
19th Century Danish Biedermeier Secretary with Secret Compartements, circa 1830
Located in Greven, DE
Antique Biedermeier secretary desk with numerous secret compartments Denmark Mahogany, etc. c. 1830 Dimensions: H x W x D: 189 x 108 x 59 cm Description: Antique Scandinavian Bied...
Mahogany
20th Century Walnut Wood Italian Design Bookcase, 1960
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian design display cabinet from the 1960s/70s. Walnut bookcase with glass doors that slide on metal tracks. Excellent capacity and serviceable bookcase with original glass panels...
Glass, Wood
Gianni Moscatelli Desk for Formanova, 1970 Italy
By Gianni Moscatelli, Formanova
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Formanova desk by Gianni Moscatelli. Original Formanova tag dated and signed 1970, Italy. Newly refinished in a high gloss Ebony polished finish. Right side of desk has a fl...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Oak Amsterdam School Book Shelf From The Netherlands, Circa 1940
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Oak Amsterdam School Book Shelf From The Netherlands, Circa 1940. Solid oak construction with painted elongated feet. Excellent condition.
Oak
Exceptional Italian Walnut Desk with Patinated Brass Base, Italy, 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
Exceptional Italian Walnut Desk with Patinated Brass Base, Italy, 1950s An exceptional Italian writing desk, handcrafted during the 1950s and executed in beautifully figured walnut ...
Brass
Antique Industrial Brushed Steel Apothecary Vitrine Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This antique, industrial, brushed steel apothecary vitrine cabinet was manufactured by Clark & Roberts of Indianapolis, Indiana, dating back to the turn of the 20th century. The ...
Steel
$4,345 / item
Large Burled Executive Desk
Located in Annville, PA
Equally suited for use either at the workplace or in a home office the Niagara Furniture Large Burled Executive Desk with tooled leather top is both decorative and functional. Built ...
Wood
19th Century English Edwardian Secretary Cabinet in Mahogany
Located in High Point, NC
A 19th century English Edwardian secretary cabinet, crafted in mahogany and designed with a compact, functional layout. The piece incorporates multiple compartments and storage areas...
Wood
20th Century Walnut Wood and Glass Italian Design Bookcase, 1960s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian design bookcase from the 1960s/70s. Walnut display cabinet with glass doors that slide on metal tracks. Excellent capacity and serviceable bookcase with original glass panels...
Glass, Wood
1920s Regency Mahogany Partners Desk
Located in Dekalb, IL
Crafted in the Late Regency Empire style, this mahogany partner desk features a clean architectural form accented by restrained brass trim and recessed brass pulls. Designed for use ...
Mahogany
Louis XV-style Marquetry Cylinder Desk, 19th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
Elegant cylinder desk made of precious wood veneer, richly decorated with floral marquetry and a central medallion depicting musical instruments, in a refined Louis XV style. The pi...
Wood
Louis XVI Style Mahogany Drop-front Secretary Desk, 19th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
This elegant Louis XVI style drop-front secretary, dating from the 19th century, is crafted from solid mahogany and mahogany veneer, finely highlighted with marquetry stringing. The ...
Wood, Mahogany
Chippendale Mahogany Glazed Bookcase Cabinet 1910
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Handsome Chippendale style mahogany glazed bookcase or display cabinet, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1900-1920 The cabinet features three glazed doors with elegant interla...
Mahogany
Book Shelf by A.R.P, France, 1960s
By Studio A.R.P. (Joseph-André Motte, Michel Mortier and Pierre Guariche)
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Designed in the 1950s by A.R.P. (L'Atelier de Recherche Plastique)—a collective co-founded by Pierre Guariche alongside Joseph-André Motte and Michel Mortier—this shelving unit exemp...
Wood
Antique French Oak Shop Counter Cabinet / Shelving Unit, 19th Century
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This antique shop counter dates from the 19th century and was made in France. It features an oak paneled frame with three drawers and shelving. This shop counter could also be used a...
Oak
Antique Wooden Apothecary Cabinet with Labeled Drawers
Located in Dekalb, IL
Countertop apothecary cabinet constructed in stained wood with ten graduated drawers retaining period glass drawer pulls and labeled contents windows. The drawers are identified for ...
Glass, Wood
Large 19thC English Glazed Ebonised Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1880 Large 19thC English Glazed Ebonised Mahogany Bookcase Sku 2284 W218.5 x D31 x H183 cm Internal shelf depth 22.5 cm Weight 106Kg
Mahogany
Antique English bookcase / display cabinet from the 19th century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This antique English cabinet dates from the 19th century and can be used as either a bookcase or a display cabinet. It has a refined and understated appearance, making it suitable fo...
Wood
Vintage Art Deco Steel and Wood Dental Cabinet by American Cabinet
Located in Dekalb, IL
c. 1950s; The American Cabinet Co. - Two Rivers, WI A heavy-gauge steel dental workstation built by The American Cabinet Company, a division of Hamilton Mfg. Co., long regarded as o...
Metal
18 Century Gustavian Swedish Painted Secretary Desk with Cabinet
Located in Brenham, TX
Beautifully aged Swedish secretary desk with a pair of multi-pane doors. The cabinet is topped with an elaborate pierced gallery, creating an architectural silhouette. A classic slan...
Pine
Executive Desk 207 by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brussels, BE
Executive Desk 207 by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s
Wood
Mid-19th Century French Louis XIII Carved Oak Secretary Desk Bookcase
Located in Dallas, TX
A striking two-piece French Henri II cabinet, crafted in southern France circa 1860, this richly carved work combines a writing table or side table base with an upper glazed display ...
Oak
Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Shelving Bookcase in Grey Steel
By Studio BBPR, Olivetti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Studio BBPR for Olivetti, 'Spazio' shelving bookcase, lacquered steel, plastic, Italy, design 1959/60, production 1960s This bookcase is designed by Studio BBPR for Olivetti. In 19...
Steel
18th-century style Georgian mahogany slant-front writing bureau
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
This 18th-century style Georgian mahogany slant-front writing bureau dates to approximately 1800. It features a slant lid that opens to reveal a fitted interior with compartments for...
Mahogany
Italian 19th Century Walnut Secrétaire à Abattant with Fitted Interior
Located in Atlanta, GA
A refined Italian 19th century secrétaire à abattant, masterfully crafted in richly figured walnut with warm honey and amber tones that animate the façade with exceptional depth. Th...
Wood
$3,668Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Georgian Mahogany Tambour Top Cylinder Desk with Pull-Out Writing Slides
Located in Suffolk, GB
A superb antique Georgian mahogany cylinder desk of elegant proportions, standing on finely tapered square legs terminating in the original brass cup castors. The beautifully figured...
Mahogany
Fine Swedish three-part bureau with charming carvings and marble-painted columns
Located in Atlanta, GA
Crafted in Sweden during the 18th century, this bureau is well suited for use in a study, bedroom, or living space, offering both decorative impact and practical function.
Pine
19th-Century Swedish Bureau With Carved Columns And Blue-Painted Interior
Located in Atlanta, GA
The craftsmanship reflects traditional Scandinavian cabinetmaking, where functionality and proportion are balanced with decorative detail. Below, the lower case offers generous stora...
Wood
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.
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