Old XL oak glazed bookcase, Napoleon period, 19th century
Located in CHAPONOST, FR
Very old glazed bookcase, entirely in solid oak, from the Napoleon period, 19th century. We love its XL size, with its two parts, upper and lower, and all the distinctive elements t...
Glass, Oak
Victorian Open Bookcase Burr Walnut Antique 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
A handsome Victorian burr walnut open bookcase with rich figuring and elegant decorative detail Beautifully matched burr walnut veneers create an attractive display of natural grain ...
Walnut
L & JG Stickley Oak 2-Door Arts & Crafts Bookcase 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
L. & J.G. Stickley oak bookcase, dating to the 20th century, bears the Stickley Handcraft Craftsman mark and Manlius, New York medallion. The two-door cabinet has glazed muntin f...
Glass, Oak
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
Oversized Victorian Walnut & Burl Triple Door Secretary Desk/Bookcase c1880
Located in Big Flats, NY
An impressive oversized Victorian secretary desk and bookcase crafted from walnut and burl wood, dating to approximately 1880. This substantial piece features a triple-door design, w...
Walnut
19th Century Victorian Mahogany Maidens Partners Desk, Attributed to R.J. Horner
Located in Long Branch, NJ
19th Century Victorian Mahogany Maiden Partners Desk, Attributed to R.J. Horner Dimensions : 54" Wide X 31" Deep X 30" Tall An impressive Victorian mahogany partners desk, attribut...
Mahogany
Baker Furniture Milling Road Maple Writing Desk
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Baker Furniture Milling Road Maple Writing Desk This desk measures: 69 wide x 30 deep x 30 high, with a chair clearance of 24.75 inches We take our photos in a controlled lighting ...
Maple
Steel Display Shelves/Bookcase, France, Circa 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An artist made six tiered display shelf with an unusual, sculptural form in patinated black steel. The staggered composition creates a rhythmic, architectural presence, allowing obje...
Steel
Metal and Wood Work Desk, France, 1880
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This metal work desk expertly marries industrial durability with rustic charm. The substantial metal base supports a robust wooden top, weathered beautifully with time and use, captu...
Metal
Dutch Oak Bureau Bookcase, 18th Century
Located in Apeldoorn, NL
Dutch Oak Bureau Bookcase, 18th Century An impressive Dutch oak bureau bookcase dating from the 18th century, featuring an elegant shaped pediment with carved crest above a glazed d...
Oak
Pair of English Regency–Style Mahogany Bookcases with Brass Detailing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A refined and beautifully proportioned pair of English Regency–style mahogany bookcases, dating from the early 20th century. Each piece features a warm, rich mahogany finish and clas...
Brass
Fine 19th Century Antique English Regency Style Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Nottingham, GB
An impressive 19th-century English bookcase in the Regency style, finely constructed from richly figured mahogany and distinguished by its elegant glazed upper section, generous stor...
Brass
Vintage Industrial Gunmetal Steel Apothecary Hutch, Glass Doors, Brass Pulls
Located in New York, NY
Vintage industrial apothecary hutch cabinet in antiqued gunmetal steel, with six glass doors, three drawers and brass cup pulls. Dark steel, softly worn, holding the light behind si...
Brass, Steel
Victorian Cylinder Desk Mahogany Roll Top 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Fine Victorian mahogany cylinder desk of impressive proportions and exceptional character Crafted from richly figured flame mahogany with a substantial plinth base Circa 1880 The low...
Mahogany
Chippendale Writing Desk Mahogany Ball and Claw Feet
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Superb mahogany writing desk beautifully crafted in the Chippendale style Raised on elegant cabriole legs terminating in boldly carved ball and claw feet Finely carved masks adorn th...
Mahogany
1960s Stow Davis Walnut and Olive Burl Executive Diplomat’s Desk
By Stow Davis
Located in Dallas, TX
Exceptional 1960s executive Diplomat desk by Stow Davis, beautifully constructed in walnut and distinguished by a spectacular bookmatched olive burl writing surface. The expansive r...
Walnut, Burl
Antique English Edwardian Victorian Mahogany Table Top Lap Desk with Side Drawer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Edwardian Victorian Mahogany Table Top Lap Desk with Side Drawer, Brass Handles, and Fitted Interior. No key. Unlocked. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 7" H x ...
Mahogany
Arched Rattan and Woven Rush Bookcase – 1970s
Located in Roma, RM
A 1970s arched bookcase with a curved rattan frame. Open sides and back featuring decorative curved bamboo elements. Four shelves covered in woven rush. Shelf height: 39.5 cm
Bamboo, Rush
Freeform Brass Mirror With His Matching Console, Italy 1950.
Located in Brussels, BE
Small Italy brass mirror with his matching console. Perfect vintage condition. Italy 1950.
Brass
No. 36 palisander desk by Severin Hansen Jr. Haslev Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1950s
By Severin Hansen Jr., Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Hägersten, SE
Iconic desk model 36 designed by Severin Hansen Jr. Produced in Denmark by Haslevs Møbelsnedkeri ca. 1958-1960s. This example made from palisander/rosewood with contrasting maple woo...
Oak, Palisander
Louis Philippe Tiered Desk
Located in NAVILLY, FR
Louis Philippe tiered desk in walnut and walnut veneer. Three-part structure: top surface 74 cm, doors 59 cm, shelves 45 cm for a total height of 177 cm. The shelf section can be rem...
Walnut
Louis-Philippe step desk in mahogany
Located in NAVILLY, FR
Louis-Philippe step desk in solid mahogany. All locks are functional. The varnish and leather have been cleaned. Very good original condition. Desktop height 73 cm. Dimensions: 130 c...
Leather, Mahogany
Flexor Green Polished-Lacquered Wood and Aluminum Dining Sideboard by Robert Sta
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
Defined by Robert Stadler's Flexor system, this sideboard combines green polished-lacquered wood containers with a structured aluminum extrusion frame for a composition that balances...
Wood
Louis XV Transition Desk in Marquetry
Located in NAVILLY, FR
Louis XV style desk - transition period Napoleon III era in marquetry with leather top. Recently restored in very good condition. All locks function, there are 5 keys.
Leather
Administrative desk in solid sanded oak
Located in NAVILLY, FR
Administrative desk in solid sanded oak. Functional key and lock. Very good condition.
Oak
Flexor Blue Polished-Lacquered Wood and Aluminum Dining Sideboard by Robert Stad
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
Defined by Robert Stadler's Flexor system, this sideboard combines blue polished-lacquered wood panels with a structured aluminum frame for a composition that is at once graphic and ...
Wood
Flexor Gray Polished-Lacquered Wood and Aluminum Dining Sideboard by Robert Stad
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
The Flexor sideboard by Robert Stadler features a flexible modular design combining wood containers with an aluminum extrusion frame. This configuration is presented in a moka sablé ...
Wood
Flexor Green Polished-Lacquered Wood and Aluminum Bookshelf by Robert Stadler
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
Defined by Robert Stadler's modular vision, this bookshelf pairs an extruded aluminum framework with green polished-lacquered wood storage volumes for a striking balance of structure...
Wood
French Empire Mahogany Bureau à Cylindre Writing Table, circa 1810
Located in Rome, IT
French Empire Mahogany Bureau à Cylindre writing desk . Elegant French Empire-period bureau à cylindre, crafted in richly figured mahogany and distinguished by its imposing architec...
Mahogany
Stepped Desk - Filing Cabinet Louis Philippe Period
Located in NAVILLY, FR
Stepped desk with upper section featuring 8 filing compartments and open vertical storage. Dimensions: width 130 cm, height 75 cm, depth 78 cm. Stepped section height 85 cm, depth 34...
Wood
Flexor Gray Polished-Lacquered Wood and Aluminum Bookshelf by Robert Stadler
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
A striking interplay of structure and volume defines this bookshelf by Robert Stadler, where a slender extruded aluminum framework organizes a generous modular composition. The shelf...
Wood
Flexor Red Polished-Lacquered Wood and Aluminum Bookshelf by Robert Stadler
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
Defined by Robert Stadler's Flexor system, this bookshelf pairs a light extruded aluminum frame with horizontal shelves in natural oak and glossy red polished lacquered storage modul...
Wood
19th Century Tall French Revolving Bookcase With Writing Slope
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
Superb Quality 19th-Century French Mahogany Three-Tier Revolving Bookcase, Labelled Bibliothèque Terquem, Paris A superb-quality and highly unusual 19th-century French solid mahoga...
Mahogany
Restored Danish Modern Solid Pine Rolltop Desk by Andreas Hansen
By Hadsten Traeindustri, Andreas Hansen
Located in Toluca Ter, CA
Expertly refinished vintage roll top secretary desk designed by Andreas Hansen and produced by Hadsten Traendustri in Denmark c. 1980s. The desk is constructed from clear, quartersa...
Pine
Vintage Teak Desk by Clausen & Maerus, Roll-Front, Netherlands, 1960s
By Clausen and Maerus, C. F. Eden
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage desk Clausen & Maerus Eden 1960s period 1960s design Clausen & Maerus Eden Amsterdam Netherlands condition good light signs of use veneer restoration on top surfa...
Teak
19thC English Bamboo Lacquered Glazed Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1870 19thC English Bamboo Lacquered Glazed Cabinet Sku 2319 W54.5 x D38 x H92.5 cm Internal shelf depth 28 cm Weight 7Kg
Bamboo, Beech
Green Country Style Solid Wood Bookcase with Glass Doors and Drawers
Located in Piedimonte Matese, IT
Handcrafted Italian Solid Wood Display Cabinet with Glass Doors – French Country Style This handcrafted Italian display cabinet combines the timeless charm of traditional European f...
Tulipwood
19th Century Biedermeier Secretary Desk with Secret Compartments
By Biedermeier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant Biedermeier secretary desk, beautifully crafted with warm honey-toned figured veneers, architectural column supports, and refined neoclassical inlay. The piece features a str...
Wood
Mid 19th Century German Biedermeier Bookcase, Walnut, circa 1830
Located in Greven, DE
Biedermeier Bookcase Southern Germany Walnut c. 1830 Dimensions: H x W x D: 192 x 123 x 41 cm Description: Antique bookcase from the Biedermeier period in southern Germany, circa ...
Walnut
Small 19th Century Victorian walnut desk, great patina
Located in BEEKBERGEN, NL
Fine Victorian antique walnut desk, entirely in its original condition. Wooden knobs were commonly used during the Victorian era. The desk features a brown top and a beautifully aged...
Walnut
Early 19th Century George III Mahogany Partner’s Writing Table with Black Leathe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 19th Century George III Mahogany Partner’s Writing Table with Black Leather Top, 4 Drawers and Reeded Legs
Mahogany
19th Century English Pine Secretary Bookcase
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Astragal glazed doors above open to shelves painted a soft green, and the fall front below drops to a fitted interior of pigeonholes and small drawers in the same green. Four long dr...
Brass
19th Century Spanish Carved Walnut Serpentine Writing Desk with Trestle Base
Located in Dallas, TX
Well proportioned for a library, study, bedroom, or sophisticated home office, this handsome antique desk offers both decorative presence and practical surface space.
Walnut
A Revolving Library Bookcase The Bookcase is excellent Quality
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Revolving Library Bookcase The Bookcase is excellent Quality it has access to the books on 2 levels and all 4 sides from the open sides, the slatted sides keep the books in place...
Walnut
5 Shelf Open Front Arts and Crafts Oak Bookcase.
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
5 Shelf Open Front Arts and Crafts Oak Bookcase. This Oak bookcase has 5 open shelves at varying heights and there is a gallery at the top, all the edges of the bookcase are pegged ...
Oak
Chinese Export Red Lacquered Partner’s Pedestal Desk, Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese Export Red Lacquered Partner’s Pedestal Desk, Early 20th Century
Wood
Open Cerused Oak Bookcase with Adjustable Shelves, C. 1945
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circa 1945, this refined bookcase works beautifully in a study, living room, or office, offering both functionality and timeless style.
Oak
BAKER Highly Inlaid 1 Drawer Continental Library Table Desk
Located in Perkasie, PA
BAKER Highly Inlaid Continental Library Table Desk – Item L67487 This exceptional BAKER library table desk is a rare model showcasing the refined craftsmanship and intricate decorat...
Wood
Victorian Style Faux Bamboo Secretary Desk in Good Condition
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This antique faux bamboo secretary desk presents a slender, vertical silhouette, with a hinged, slanted writing surface set above a single shallow drawer and raised on four splayed, ...
Wood, Faux Bamboo, Fabric
1970s Italian Neoclassical Style Marble Top Console Table
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1970s Italian neoclassical style marble top console table. The marble is marked and not attached. It is in very good condition. Each column has gilt banding. Manufacturer u...
Marble
Antique Portuguese Rosewood Bureau Bookcase, Majestic Size, 1750
Located in Essex, MA
Portuguese rosewood bureau bookcase. Of majestic size in two parts with triangular open pediment over two paneled doors opening to shelved interior. The base with slant lid fold dow...
Brass
'B17B' Bookshelf by Pierre Chapo, France, 1967
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Designed in 1967, the B17B bookshelf exemplifies Pierre Chapo’s distinctive approach to furniture, combining architectural principles with traditional woodworking techniques. Trained...
Elm
Stunning 1960's Louis XVI Style John Vesey Steel and Bronze Writing Desk Leather
By John Vesey
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This sophisticated steel, bronze, and leather writing desk, in the style of John Vesey, is an elegant interpretation of the Louis XVI and Directoire traditions, combining the discipl...
Bronze, Steel
Mid-Century Teak Drop-Leaf Desk by Arne Vodder for H. Sigh & Søns
By Arne Vodder, H. Sigh & Søns Møbelfabrik AS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautifully crafted Mid-Century Modern teak drop-leaf desk designed by renowned Danish designer Arne Vodder for H. Sigh & Søn. This elegant writing desk showcases Vodder’s signatur...
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret File Rack, Model PJ-R-27-A Variant, Chandigarh, c.1957
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Compact teak file rack by Pierre Jeanneret, a variant of model PJ-R-27-A, from the Chandigarh furniture program, circa 1957. Six open compartments are organized within a rectangular ...
Teak
Mid-Century Danish Bureau with Drop-Down Writing Surface, 1960s
Located in Puslinch, ON
Mid-century Danish bureau, circa 1965, with a drop-down writing surface above a stack of drawers. Lowered, the writing surface extends the depth from 16.25 in to 23.75 in, giving roo...
Wood
Mid-Century Danish Oak Bureau, 1960s
Located in Puslinch, ON
Mid-century Danish oak bureau, circa 1965, with a drop-front writing surface above storage. When the writing surface is open, the depth extends from 18.25 in to 27.5 in, creating a p...
Oak
Mid-Century Danish Teak Compact Secretary Desk, 1960s
Located in Puslinch, ON
Mid-century Danish teak secretary desk, circa 1965, in a compact, low profile. A slide-out writing surface sits above lower drawers, and interior storage keeps stationery and small i...
Teak
Mid-Century Danish Teak Secretary Desk, 1960s
Located in Puslinch, ON
Mid-century Danish teak secretary desk, circa 1965. The compact design stacks upper cubbies above a slide-out writing surface and a set of lower drawers, so it works as a desk, a sto...
Teak
$54,499
Critical Mass Steel #3 Shelf
By Paul Cocksedge
Located in 1204, CH
In Critical Mass, Paul Cocksedge returns to some of the most industrial, heavy, and raw materials available: plate steel and marble. He explores what happens when they are pushed int...
Steel
Vintage Globe-Wernicke Steel Barrister Bookcase in Black with Glass Doors
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Vintage industrial steel barrister bookcase by Globe-Wernicke, retaining its original manufacturer’s badge. Constructed in modular stacking sections with glass-front lift-and-slide d...
Metal
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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