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Classic Teak Danish Modern Credenza, Cabinet by Ib-Kofod Larsen
Classic Teak Danish Modern Credenza, Cabinet by Ib-Kofod Larsen

Classic Teak Danish Modern Credenza, Cabinet by Ib-Kofod Larsen

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Buffalo, NY

Top featuring sliding door, drop down desk. Bar surface,Bottom left and right doors ,three drawers,top with flatware compartments, Superior quality and construction, hand delivery av...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Extra Large Vintage Dutch Industrial Wall Unit by Drentea
Extra Large Vintage Dutch Industrial Wall Unit by Drentea

Extra Large Vintage Dutch Industrial Wall Unit by Drentea

By Drentea

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Extremely large Drentea vintage Dutch enameled metal wall unit with 4 cabinets; 2 glass display cases and 2 drop down desk/bar cabinets and multiple colored shelves.

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

A.R. Cordemeijer/L. Holleman Model 5600 For Gispen Industrial Cabinet, Secretary
A.R. Cordemeijer/L. Holleman Model 5600 For Gispen Industrial Cabinet, Secretary

A.R. Cordemeijer/L. Holleman Model 5600 For Gispen Industrial Cabinet, Secretary

By Gispen, A.R. Cordemeijer

Located in The Hague, NL

The cabinet consist with 10 drawers, storage space, glass cabinet, book shelving’s and drop down desk with lightening, measures: 72cm wide.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

19th Century Louis XVI Style Secretaire a Abattant
19th Century Louis XVI Style Secretaire a Abattant

19th Century Louis XVI Style Secretaire a Abattant

Located in Troy, MI

Height of Drop Down Desk: 32.5". Excellent antique condition.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Secretaires

Materials

Brass

19th Century Swedish Bureau
19th Century Swedish Bureau

19th Century Swedish Bureau

Located in Charleston, SC

Charming small Swedish Gustavian ladies Bureau with marble top and drop-down desk surface with banks of small drawers and compartment on two standard drawers with long slender tapere...

Category

Antique 19th Century Gustavian Secretaires

Materials

Bronze

Unusual Danish Teak Etegere / Bar, Storage, Classic Scandinavian Design
Unusual Danish Teak Etegere / Bar, Storage, Classic Scandinavian Design

Unusual Danish Teak Etegere / Bar, Storage, Classic Scandinavian Design

By Arne Vodder

Located in Buffalo, NY

Smoked glass sliding glass to top, center, drop down, desk, bar. surface with one drawer. Bottom cabinet 2 doors, shelf and pull-out shelf.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Fabric, Teak

George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera Desk Cabinet
George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera Desk Cabinet

George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera Desk Cabinet

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in New Windsor, NY

George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera drop down desk cabinet featuring those wonderful “cupcake” pulls.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Danish Rosewood Secrétaire, Erling Torvits
Danish Rosewood Secrétaire, Erling Torvits

Danish Rosewood Secrétaire, Erling Torvits

By Erling Torvits, Klim Møbelfabrik

Located in London, GB

Produced by Klim in Denmark, circa 1960. Lockable drop down desk surface, secret hidden latch upper drawers and 3 large lower drawers.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Rosewood

Wim Rietveld 663 Bookcase Cabinet for Gispen
Wim Rietveld 663 Bookcase Cabinet for Gispen

Wim Rietveld 663 Bookcase Cabinet for Gispen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Rare Industrial Bookcase Wall Unit with Built-in Drop Down Desk is a Modular Unit that one can build bigger.

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Cabinets

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Wall Unit
Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Wall Unit

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Wall Unit

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This large six piece wall unit combines mid-century style and storage, and makes an impressive statement in any setting. Drop down desk includes working lighting. Rich Danish Teak, u...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Thin Edge Secretary in Walnut by George Nelson, Excellent Condition
Thin Edge Secretary in Walnut by George Nelson, Excellent Condition

Thin Edge Secretary in Walnut by George Nelson, Excellent Condition

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Kansas City, MO

Porcelain pulls on the small drawers concealed behind the leather covered drop down desk top. This is an exceptional example of this versatile storage cabinet/desk/work space design.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Poul Cadovious Style Danish Teak Wall Unit with finished back
Poul Cadovious Style Danish Teak Wall Unit with finished back

Poul Cadovious Style Danish Teak Wall Unit with finished back

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Redding, CT

Three connected sections featuring a middle drop down desk section flanked by two storage cabinets with shelves.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Guillerme et Chambron Oak Secretary, Midcentury, France
Guillerme et Chambron Oak Secretary, Midcentury, France

Guillerme et Chambron Oak Secretary, Midcentury, France

By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison, Boleslaw Danikowski

Located in Austin, TX

Includes drawers, book shelves, and drop down desk surface supported by leather straps.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Oak

Rare Danish Teak Cabinet by Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen
Rare Danish Teak Cabinet by Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen

Rare Danish Teak Cabinet by Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen

By Aksel Bender Madsen, Naestved Mobelfabrik, Ejner Larsen

Located in Peabody, MA

An extremely well crafted piece, with a tambour door, behind which are two shallow drawers and adjustable shelving. The right features a drop down desk top or bar and additional stor...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

Secretary by Kai Kristiansen for Torring / Hjn Møbler, Denmark, 1960’s
Secretary by Kai Kristiansen for Torring / Hjn Møbler, Denmark, 1960’s

Secretary by Kai Kristiansen for Torring / Hjn Møbler, Denmark, 1960’s

By Kai Kristiansen, Torring Mobelfabrik

Located in Antwerp, BE

This cabinet is made out of teak and features a drop-down desk top revealing three small drawers (including small flip up mirror) and paper dividers.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

GEORGE NELSON THIN EDGE SECRETARY BUREAU
GEORGE NELSON THIN EDGE SECRETARY BUREAU

GEORGE NELSON THIN EDGE SECRETARY BUREAU

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Thin Edge drop front secretary unit circa 1955 . Door to right reveals single shelf over pull out drawers , left side of three drawers beneath ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Secretaires

Antique Arts & Crafts Gunn Mahogany & Leaded Glass Barrister Bookcase Secretary
Antique Arts & Crafts Gunn Mahogany & Leaded Glass Barrister Bookcase Secretary

Antique Arts & Crafts Gunn Mahogany & Leaded Glass Barrister Bookcase Secretary

By GUNN

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Ask About Reduced In-House Shipping Rates - Reliable Service & Fully Insured*** An antique Arts & Crafts barrister bookcase secretary by Gunn offers mahogany paneled construction ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Globe Wernicke Oak Four Stack Barrister Bookcase
Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Globe Wernicke Oak Four Stack Barrister Bookcase

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Globe Wernicke Oak Four Stack Barrister Bookcase

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Ask About Reduced In-House Shipping Rates - Reliable Service & Fully Insured*** An antique Arts and Crafts Mission barrister bookcase by Globe Wernicke offers quarter sawn oak con...

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Italian Mid-Century Wall Unit in Teak, circa 1950

Italian Mid-Century Wall Unit in Teak, circa 1950

Located in Melbourne, VIC

This modular wall unit is equipped with teak shelving and three cupboards, one which contains a drop down desk tabletop with two smaller drawers inside.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Vintage Danish Teak Secretary Desk by Sigfred Omann for Ølholm, 1960s
Vintage Danish Teak Secretary Desk by Sigfred Omann for Ølholm, 1960s

Vintage Danish Teak Secretary Desk by Sigfred Omann for Ølholm, 1960s

By Ølholm Møbelfabrik, Sigfred Omann

Located in Asaa, DK

Three wide drawers with long sculpted pulls in solid teak. Top with drop down desk leaf. Inside with two small drawers and four small shelves.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

Mid-century 3 bay lighted display cabinet / wall unit with desk
Mid-century 3 bay lighted display cabinet / wall unit with desk

Mid-century 3 bay lighted display cabinet / wall unit with desk

Located in Chicago, IL

32” x 18.5” x 77”H ea Three-bay lighted wall unit in oak •smoked glass doors with brass hinges and pulls •9 total drawers •one open storage compartment with adjustable shelf • drop...

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

WeBe 3 Section Shelving Unit by Louis Van Teeffelen
WeBe 3 Section Shelving Unit by Louis Van Teeffelen

WeBe 3 Section Shelving Unit by Louis Van Teeffelen

By Louis Van Teeffelen, WéBé

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lightly refinished teak shelving and storage cabinets with drop down desk. in good overall condition with visible patina including a small burn mark on one cabinet, and brass hardwar...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pine Single-Door Armoire
Pine Single-Door Armoire

Pine Single-Door Armoire

Located in Baltimore, MD

A very beautiful "faux secretaire" one door wardrobe, the door with panels to simulate a drop-down desk top and drawer fronts above a single actual hand-cut dovetailed drawer.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Pine

Antique Italian Figural Mahogany Secretary Credenza, Carved in Relief, c1920
Antique Italian Figural Mahogany Secretary Credenza, Carved in Relief, c1920

Antique Italian Figural Mahogany Secretary Credenza, Carved in Relief, c1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Italian figural secretary credenza offers walnut construction with upper having double doors with figural carving in relief depicting soldiers or knights over lower drop d...

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Credenzas

Materials

Mahogany

Architectural Dutch Sideboard
Architectural Dutch Sideboard

Architectural Dutch Sideboard

By Gerrit Rietveld

Located in Dronten, NL

The sideboard is equipped with a drop down desk, a retractable Carrara marble worktop and six concealed drawers.          

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch International Style Sideboards

Materials

Beech, Mahogany

A.R. Cordemeyer 3 Section Cabinet for Gispen
A.R. Cordemeyer 3 Section Cabinet for Gispen

A.R. Cordemeyer 3 Section Cabinet for Gispen

By A.R. Cordemeijer, Gispen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large Gispen 3 section off-white metal industrial shelving and storage unit with drop down desk, 3 lower stacked drawers, cabinet with sliding glass doors and a glass shelf.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Russian Empire Commode Secretary
Russian Empire Commode Secretary

Russian Empire Commode Secretary

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The top drawer conceals the drop-down desk featuring 6 drawers and a lapis lazuli, marble and brass plaque depicting a mythological scene.

Category

Antique 1850s European Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass

Antique Louis Philippe Mahogany Secretary
Antique Louis Philippe Mahogany Secretary

Antique Louis Philippe Mahogany Secretary

Located in Dallas, TX

Handcrafted from exotic imported mahogany "bookmatched" to create a stunning naturalistic pattern on the façade, this secretaire features a large drop-down desk surface with a pair o...

Category

Antique 1850s French Louis Philippe Secretaires

18th C. Style Venetian Painted Secretary
18th C. Style Venetian Painted Secretary

18th C. Style Venetian Painted Secretary

Located in Rochester, NY

Configuration is an upper arched top two door bookcase set on a bold bombe' form cabinet with a drop down desk over two large lower drawers mounted with exceptional quality naturally...

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Secretaires

A.R. Cordemeyer Three-Section Cabinet for Gispen
A.R. Cordemeyer Three-Section Cabinet for Gispen

A.R. Cordemeyer Three-Section Cabinet for Gispen

By André R. Cordemeyer, Gispen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Grey enameled metal three-section industrial bookshelf and storage unit with drop down desk and double purple metal drawers, a green back panel; two cabinets with enameled metal slid...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Early Midcentury Modular Cabinet on Platform Bench by George Nelson
Early Midcentury Modular Cabinet on Platform Bench by George Nelson

Early Midcentury Modular Cabinet on Platform Bench by George Nelson

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

The cabinet has the original finish with a red lacquered drop down desk. Inside the cabinet contains a pigeonhole shelf and light.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Unique Counter/Desk
Unique Counter/Desk

Unique Counter/Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This unique piece is from a Parisian pharmacy; It was used as a counter, but also is built to be a desk. It can be used as a stand up desk and then the piece also has a drop down whi...

Category

Early 20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

1950's Cees Braakman “Combex Series” Birch Secretaire Cabinet for Pastoe
1950's Cees Braakman “Combex Series” Birch Secretaire Cabinet for Pastoe

1950's Cees Braakman “Combex Series” Birch Secretaire Cabinet for Pastoe

By Cees Braakman, Pastoe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful, lightly refinished Cees Braakman “Combex Series” birch secretaire for Pastoe with bent wood feet. The drop down desk has a shelf and little cubbies. The tall right side ca...

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Birch

Antique Louis XVI Secretaire/Bibliotheque
Antique Louis XVI Secretaire/Bibliotheque

Antique Louis XVI Secretaire/Bibliotheque

Located in Dallas, TX

Finely carved facades across the drawer tier, around the slant-front, drop-down desk surface, and flanking the glazing above all work together to create a finely executed masterpiece...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Secretaires

Poul Cadovius Four Section Shelving System for Royal System in Teak
Poul Cadovius Four Section Shelving System for Royal System in Teak

Poul Cadovius Four Section Shelving System for Royal System in Teak

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wall mounted unit with drop-down desk cabinet including a key, multiple shelves, drawer storage, and cabinets with sliding glass doors.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

60s Staples Ladderax Freestanding Modular Teak Shelving System Room Divider Desk
60s Staples Ladderax Freestanding Modular Teak Shelving System Room Divider Desk

60s Staples Ladderax Freestanding Modular Teak Shelving System Room Divider Desk

By Ladderax, Robert Heal, Staples & Co. Ltd

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

The bureau has a sturdy drop down desk ledge perfect to work at with a laptop and comes with the original key.

Category

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Antique Arts & Crafts Mahogany Five Stack Barrister Secretary & Bookcase c1910
Antique Arts & Crafts Mahogany Five Stack Barrister Secretary & Bookcase c1910

Antique Arts & Crafts Mahogany Five Stack Barrister Secretary & Bookcase c1910

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Reduced Delivery Rates - See Below or Click “Ask The Seller” to Request a Quote*** An antique Arts and Crafts barrister bookcase offers mahogany construction with central secreta...

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Secretaires

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Mid Century Modern Walnut, Chrome & Cane Modular Secretary by Founders 20thC
Mid Century Modern Walnut, Chrome & Cane Modular Secretary by Founders 20thC

Mid Century Modern Walnut, Chrome & Cane Modular Secretary by Founders 20thC

By Founders Furniture Company

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Reduced Delivery Rates - See Below or Click “Ask The Seller” to Request a Quote*** A Mid Century Modern secretary offers chrome frame with walnut modular units including caned do...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Chrome

Cees Braakman for Pastoe CT69 Made-To-Measure 3 Section Teak Wall Unit
Cees Braakman for Pastoe CT69 Made-To-Measure 3 Section Teak Wall Unit

Cees Braakman for Pastoe CT69 Made-To-Measure 3 Section Teak Wall Unit

By Pastoe, Cees Braakman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An original condition Dutch staple with chrome legs and drop down desk. Normal wear is consistent with its age and regular use. 4 new foot plates were made for the base, as they are ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Poul Cadovius Style Mixed Wood Wall Unit with Black Enameled Metal Grid Risers
Poul Cadovius Style Mixed Wood Wall Unit with Black Enameled Metal Grid Risers

Poul Cadovius Style Mixed Wood Wall Unit with Black Enameled Metal Grid Risers

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Los Angeles, CA

There is a square hole cut into the back of the drop-down desk unit by a previous owner. The risers have had loops added to the ends for easier and stronger install.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Antique Venetian Painted Secretary Bookcase
Antique Venetian Painted Secretary Bookcase

Antique Venetian Painted Secretary Bookcase

Located in Dallas, TX

This example, with bold double crown atop the bookcase section, features a slant-front drop-down desk surface, with three huge drawers below that!

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Secretaires

Antique 19th Century Early American Oak Secretary Desk
Antique 19th Century Early American Oak Secretary Desk

Antique 19th Century Early American Oak Secretary Desk

Located in Plainview, NY

Dimensions: 65" H x 17" D x 30" W. Depth with the desk dropped down 28.5" D Desk drop down : 17.5" L by 25.5" W

Category

Antique 19th Century American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Louis XIV Stripped Oak Secretary
19th Century French Louis XIV Stripped Oak Secretary

19th Century French Louis XIV Stripped Oak Secretary

Located in Dallas, TX

Elaborate relief carvings were sculpted by hand across the slant-front, drop down desk surface which opens to reveal cubby holes and drawers.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Secretaires

Materials

Oak

Italian Unit Desk 1960's
Italian Unit Desk 1960's

Italian Unit Desk 1960's

Located in Shibuya-ku, 13

The unit is composed of three sections: an upper shelf for display or light storage, a middle compartment with doors for concealed items, and a lower drop-down desk surface that can ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Danish Mid-Century Desk Model 75 by Oman Jun
Danish Mid-Century Desk Model 75 by Oman Jun

Danish Mid-Century Desk Model 75 by Oman Jun

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

Midcentury desk - Omann Jun - Model 75 A freestanding desk designed and produced in Denmark by Omann Jun in the mid 1960’s, this example being the desirable model 75 in rosewood wit...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Scandinavian teak and oak bookcase
Scandinavian teak and oak bookcase

Scandinavian teak and oak bookcase

Located in Brescia, IT

Cabinet with shelving and drop-down desk from the 1960s. This original vintage bookcase is a modern and elegant piece of furniture.

Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak, Teak

English Crotch Grain Walnut Leather Chinese Chippendale Style Secretary Desk
English Crotch Grain Walnut Leather Chinese Chippendale Style Secretary Desk

English Crotch Grain Walnut Leather Chinese Chippendale Style Secretary Desk

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

George III antique Burl walnut secretary 2 piece desk. Drop down door containing fitted interior and leather top.

Category

Vintage 1920s English Chinese Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Burl, Leather

Swedish Gustavian Fall-Front Secretary Chest with Reeded Detail, 19th Century
Swedish Gustavian Fall-Front Secretary Chest with Reeded Detail, 19th Century

Swedish Gustavian Fall-Front Secretary Chest with Reeded Detail, 19th Century

Located in Wichita, KS

This secretary displays neoclassical carving such as the beaded detail around the top, fluted and canted corners, reeded drawer fronts and a reeded drop-down desk featuring a lozenge...

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires

Fine 18th Century Double Bonnet Georgian Tombstone Mirror Secretary Desk
Fine 18th Century Double Bonnet Georgian Tombstone Mirror Secretary Desk

Fine 18th Century Double Bonnet Georgian Tombstone Mirror Secretary Desk

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Below the mirrored top, the drop-down secretary desk opens to reveal a well-organized interior with small drawers and cubby spaces, perfect for storing documents or writing materials.

Category

Antique 18th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century Grand English Georgian Hand Carved Oak Secretary or Bookcase
19th Century Grand English Georgian Hand Carved Oak Secretary or Bookcase

19th Century Grand English Georgian Hand Carved Oak Secretary or Bookcase

Located in Dallas, TX

The lower tier consists of five drawers with cast brass pulls and above, a slant-front drop-down desk surface that was carved to perfection, and opens to reveal a spacious work surfa...

Category

Antique 1880s English Georgian Secretaires

Materials

Oak

Large Five Bay George Nelson Omni System
Large Five Bay George Nelson Omni System

Large Five Bay George Nelson Omni System

By George Nelson

Located in Dallas, TX

Unit has four cabinets with dual doors, one cabinet with sliding glass doors, two cabinets with three drawers each, one cabinet with a drop down desk and one cabinet with a tambour d...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Gunni Omann Free Floating Desk in Teak Model 75 for Omann Jun, Denmark, 1960s
Gunni Omann Free Floating Desk in Teak Model 75 for Omann Jun, Denmark, 1960s

Gunni Omann Free Floating Desk in Teak Model 75 for Omann Jun, Denmark, 1960s

By Gunni Omann, Omann Jun Møbelfabrik

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The base has three drawers on either side of the chair opening and open shelving on the back with one large cabinet with a drop down door. This desk is simply stunning from any angle.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

1960s Italian Teak Wall Unit Bookcase
1960s Italian Teak Wall Unit Bookcase

1960s Italian Teak Wall Unit Bookcase

Located in London, London

Crafted from rich teak with a beautifully aged patina, the unit features a dynamic arrangement of open shelving, enclosed cabinets, and a drop-down desk compartment, offering both di...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Danish Rosewood Desk by Gunni Omann
Mid-Century Modern Danish Rosewood Desk by Gunni Omann

Mid-Century Modern Danish Rosewood Desk by Gunni Omann

By Gunni Omann

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Rich rosewood finish, ample storage space and double-sided design all add to the value of this Danish desk. Drop down locking cabinet and top drawers, the piece includes key.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Executive Rosewood Roll-Top Desk
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Executive Rosewood Roll-Top Desk

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Executive Rosewood Roll-Top Desk

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Wide spread legs make it easy to use the desk while drop-down back allows for even greater versatility.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Mahogany, Rosewood

Oak Cabinet / Secretary by Guillerme et Chambron, France, 1960's
Oak Cabinet / Secretary by Guillerme et Chambron, France, 1960's

Oak Cabinet / Secretary by Guillerme et Chambron, France, 1960's

By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison, Boleslaw Danikowski

Located in Austin, TX

With the whimsey typical of their designs, the clover leaf finial secures the drop down desk surface, which is supported by leather straps when open.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Leather, Oak, Ceramic

Midcentury Danish Modern Teak Bookcase Desk Credenza with Tambour Doors
Midcentury Danish Modern Teak Bookcase Desk Credenza with Tambour Doors

Midcentury Danish Modern Teak Bookcase Desk Credenza with Tambour Doors

By Aage Hundevad

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Simple and elegant bookcase with drop down door desk and credenza base with tambour doors.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

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Drop Down Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the drop down desk you’re looking for. Each drop down desk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and metal. If you’re shopping for a drop down desk, we have 482 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect drop down desk — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A drop down desk made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made drop down desk over the years, but those crafted by Poul Cadovius, UMS Pastoe and Cees Braakman are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Drop Down Desk?

A drop down desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,500, while the lowest priced sells for $325 and the highest can go for as much as $106,893.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets 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 Drop Down Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A drop-front desk is usually called a secretary. Other names for this type of desk include writing cabinet, fall-front desk and secrétaire à abattant. The name secretary can be traced back to the 18th century when estate secretaries used the drop-front desks as workstations for paying bills and reconciling accounts. On 1stDibs, find a range of secretary desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A drop-arm sofa is designed to save space by converting into a comfortable single bed when the arms are dropped. The next morning, returning the arms to their original position turns the bed back into a sofa. Shop a collection of drop arm sofas from sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A drop necklace is sometimes called a lavaliere. This style of necklace features a second chain that hangs down from its center. On some pieces, the hanging chain holds a pendant or features decorative embellishments like beads. Shop a variety of lavaliere necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A drop dial clock is similar to a dial clock, but it has a longer drop or extends further from the bottom of the clock to accommodate a longer pendulum. Drop dial clocks also have different gearing than dial clocks, but it's the way the clocks look that most quickly distinguishes them from other clocks. Shop a collection of drop dial clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A drop-waist top is a garment worn on the top half of the body. It features a waist seam positioned below the natural waist area and creates the illusion that the wearer has a longer torso. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and designer tops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    A drop earring is usually just called a drop earring. Drop is the term for an earring that hangs below the ear but doesn't swing when you move. A hanging earring that swings is a dangle earring. Some people may add a modifier to the term drop earring, such as a diamond drop or a pearl drop, depending on the materials it features. Explore an assortment of drop earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Geo drop earrings are drop earrings that feature a mix of geometric shapes. For example, the designs may include metal wire bent to resemble a square stacked on top of a triangle, or be set with gemstones cut into different shapes like round and pear. Because they are drop earrings, the jewelry hangs below the ear but remains stationary as you move. Explore a wide range of drop earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A drop-leaf table has a fixed section in the center and a hinged section, or leaf, on each side that can be folded down.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    No, drop and dangle earrings are not the same. Although both types of earrings hang below the ear, their designs are different. Dangle earrings swing when you move, while drop earrings remain stationary. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of dangle and drop earrings from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    Drop earrings are simply called drop earrings. Although the term is often misapplied, true drop earrings are characterized by a long lean line ending in a pear-shaped stone. Popular in the Art Deco era, the design works well for jewelry lovers who favor a minimalist look. Formal examples with diamonds pair perfectly with a cocktail dress or fancy pantsuit, while gem-set and gold ones make great daytime accessories. Find vintage drop earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Yves portion of Yves Saint Laurent was dropped in 2012, when Hedi Slimane took over as creative director of the fashion house. Slimane wanted to transition the brand into a more youthful image, and rebranded it as Saint Laurent Paris. Shop an array of vintage and contemporary Saint Laurent Paris apparel and accessories from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. 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, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    A drop-leaf table features a fixed section and one or more foldable sections. The well-made hinges hold the fixed and foldable sections and allow the leaves to pop up. These sections are anchored with the help of swing-out legs for secure placement. Find antique and vintage drop-leaf tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Knole drop-arm sofa is a settee developed during the 17th century. It usually has a rectangle back with a decorative wood trim and tall fully upholstered arms positioned at a diagonal. Originally, the sofa served as a royal seat for monarchs. You'll find a variety of Knole sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A drop-waist dress is also called a flapper dress. It is characterized by a low waistband, which falls at the hips, and gives the illusion of lengthening the body. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer flapper dresses and gowns from top fashion boutiques around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A drop-leaf table is a type of table that has a fixed portion in the center and foldable portions on either side joined by hinges. These foldable portions can be dropped and closed to save space when the table is not in use. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage drop leaf dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To date a drop-leaf table, first look for saw marks. If you see straight ones, your table likely dates back to before the early 19th century. Pieces made after should show curved saw marks. A licensed furniture appraiser can assist you with determining an exact date. Find a range of expertly vetted drop-leaf tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The first drop-leaf tables emerged during the era of the early 17th century. These first pieces usually feature a gate leg that swings out to support the leaf. Drop-leaf tables with side brackets debuted in the early 19th century. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of drop-leaf tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Long drop earrings are sometimes called shoulder dusters. To earn the name, earrings must be long enough to brush against the collarbone or shoulder. Dangle earrings may also be referred to as shoulder dusters. The difference between the two is that dangle shoulder dusters swing as you move, while drop shoulder dusters remain stationary due to their designs. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of drop earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Earrings that drop in the back are called front-back earrings. While many feature a drop element in the back, some front-back earrings have different designs. For example, they may feature a stud in the front with a hoop or a dangling element that goes behind the ear. Shop a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.

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