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18th Century Louis XVI Style French Inlaid Secretary Desk
18th Century Louis XVI Style French Inlaid Secretary Desk

18th Century Louis XVI Style French Inlaid Secretary Desk

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

There will be times when additional patience will be necessary. 18th century Louis XVI style French inlaid secretary desk with four shelves, five drawers and a drop down desk.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Secretaires

Materials

Glass, Wood

Early 19th Century Original Folk Art Painted Tall Cabinet Secretary
Early 19th Century Original Folk Art Painted Tall Cabinet Secretary

Early 19th Century Original Folk Art Painted Tall Cabinet Secretary

Located in Round Top, TX

The remarkable folk art painted finish is all original, with brick red, salmon, yellow, blue and green all used to create the delightful flourishes. The interior desk is painted gree...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique French Empire Walnut Drop Down Secretary Secretaire Desk Abattant
Antique French Empire Walnut Drop Down Secretary Secretaire Desk Abattant

Antique French Empire Walnut Drop Down Secretary Secretaire Desk Abattant

Located in West Hartford, CT

Beautiful tall 19th Century French Empire walnut secretaire abattant features elegant patterns created by the natural walnut grain, flanked by columns with bronze ormolu mounts. Drop...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Secretaires

Materials

Bronze

Mid Century Danish Teak Wood Drop-Down Secretary Desk Wall Unit
Mid Century Danish Teak Wood Drop-Down Secretary Desk Wall Unit

Mid Century Danish Teak Wood Drop-Down Secretary Desk Wall Unit

Located in Detroit, MI

This vintage mid century Danish modern tall teak wood secretary desk and bookcase was made in Denmark circa 1960 and features a unique format with a drop-down writing surface that co...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood, Teak

Oak Hanging Wall Shelf with Chair
Oak Hanging Wall Shelf with Chair

Oak Hanging Wall Shelf with Chair

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Amazing oak hanging wall shelf with drop down writing desk. Can also be used as a bar.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Style Fruitwood Side Table or Writing Table
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Style Fruitwood Side Table or Writing Table

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Style Fruitwood Side Table or Writing Table

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This mid-20th century Louis XVI style fruitwood side table or end table features a gold tooled green leather top and a drawer with a drop down pullout writing desk. Its drop down sur...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Mid Century Danish Modern Style Freestanding Rosewood Wall Unit with Lights
Mid Century Danish Modern Style Freestanding Rosewood Wall Unit with Lights

Mid Century Danish Modern Style Freestanding Rosewood Wall Unit with Lights

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Madison, WI

The rosewood veneer wood grain is really a glowing tone, and matches well with other mid century Danish modern decor. The drop down desk unit has been protected with a writing surfac...

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak, Glass

Vintage Danish Rosewood Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s
Vintage Danish Rosewood Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s

Vintage Danish Rosewood Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s

By Poul Cadovius, Cado

Located in Asaa, DK

This set consists of: 2 Uprights in solid rosewood, length 190.5 cm 1 Secretary unit, 38 x 80 x 42.5 cm 5 Shelves, depth 22 cm The cabinet is suitable secretaire with a drop do...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

1960s Set 4 Multi-Width Cabinets Desk Shelves by Robert Heritage Beaver & Tapley
1960s Set 4 Multi-Width Cabinets Desk Shelves by Robert Heritage Beaver & Tapley

1960s Set 4 Multi-Width Cabinets Desk Shelves by Robert Heritage Beaver & Tapley

By Robert Heritage, Beaver and Tapley

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

A narrow section, again with glass sliding doors over a two-door sliding cupboard. A drop down desk/bureau - which would also work as a drinks cabinet - over two sliding cupboards, w...

Category

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Cadovius Wall Mount 2 Section Royal Shelving System w/ Desk & Drop Down Cabinet
Cadovius Wall Mount 2 Section Royal Shelving System w/ Desk & Drop Down Cabinet

Cadovius Wall Mount 2 Section Royal Shelving System w/ Desk & Drop Down Cabinet

By Poul Cadovius, Royal System

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Royal System wall mounted two section Rosewood adjustable shelving unit with locking cabinet and desk shelf by Poul Cadovius. The shelves can be arranged in a number of ways with six...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Antique Oak Secretary Bureau, Denmark circa 1800-40
Antique Oak Secretary Bureau, Denmark circa 1800-40

Antique Oak Secretary Bureau, Denmark circa 1800-40

Located in Round Top, TX

The fluted carving along the mid-section and half columns at sides adds a decorative touch to the drop down desk. The traditional interior has small drawers and cubbies offering spa...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Danish Country Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Randers Danish Teak Secretary with Pull-Out Desk Top & Drop-Down Vanity Mirror
Randers Danish Teak Secretary with Pull-Out Desk Top & Drop-Down Vanity Mirror

Randers Danish Teak Secretary with Pull-Out Desk Top & Drop-Down Vanity Mirror

By Randers Møbelfabrik

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Premium Mid-Century Modern Danish teak secretary by Randers. This is one of the finest teak secretary's that we've come across in all our years in business. The design is unmatched b...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

18th Century Danish White Painted Oak Secretary Bureau
18th Century Danish White Painted Oak Secretary Bureau

18th Century Danish White Painted Oak Secretary Bureau

Located in Round Top, TX

The serpentine drawers and carved outer panel of the drop down desk add a romantic touch, accented by brass pulls and key escutcheons.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Danish Gustavian Secretaires

Materials

Brass

19thC Lacquered Chinoisse Cabinet
19thC Lacquered Chinoisse Cabinet

19thC Lacquered Chinoisse Cabinet

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Exquisite red lacquered Chinoisse cabinet with drop down writing desk and embossed art work.

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Desks

French Bird's-Eye Maple and Ebony Secretary
French Bird's-Eye Maple and Ebony Secretary

French Bird's-Eye Maple and Ebony Secretary

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

While drawers 2, 3 & 4 all connect and drop-down creating the most wonderful desk. The interior is fitted with shelves and drawers, all ebony.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Desks

White Swedish Oak Secretary Bureau, circa 1800-20
White Swedish Oak Secretary Bureau, circa 1800-20

White Swedish Oak Secretary Bureau, circa 1800-20

Located in Round Top, TX

The dramatic serpentine drawers and carved outer panel of the drop down desk add a romantic touch, accented by brass pulls and key escutcheon.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Green Painted Oak Secretary Bureau from Sweden, circa 1760-1800
Green Painted Oak Secretary Bureau from Sweden, circa 1760-1800

Green Painted Oak Secretary Bureau from Sweden, circa 1760-1800

Located in Round Top, TX

The serpentine drawers and carved outer panel of the drop down desk add a romantic touch, accented by brass pulls and key escutcheon.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Poul Cadovius 2 Section Wall Mount Royal System w/ Drawers and Drop Down Cabinet
Poul Cadovius 2 Section Wall Mount Royal System w/ Drawers and Drop Down Cabinet

Poul Cadovius 2 Section Wall Mount Royal System w/ Drawers and Drop Down Cabinet

By Poul Cadovius, Royal System

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Two section interchangeable wall mounted Royal System with rosewood shelving, a drop down bar or desk cabinet and a drawer cabinet by Poul Cadovius.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Italian Writing Desk with Drawers
Italian Writing Desk with Drawers

Italian Writing Desk with Drawers

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Incredible Italian writing desk with drop down table, interior aluminum white painted sconce, 2 glass shelves, and 3 additional drawers supported on 4 tapered brass legs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Vintage Modern Teak Secretary Desk
Scandinavian Vintage Modern Teak Secretary Desk

Scandinavian Vintage Modern Teak Secretary Desk

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Vintage old growth teak secretary desk with drop down mirror, pull out desk, small pull out drawers and three full size dresser drawers with sculptured finger pulls.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Teak Secretary Desk with Storage
Danish Modern Teak Secretary Desk with Storage

Danish Modern Teak Secretary Desk with Storage

By Hans Olsen

Located in Dallas, TX

Lots of great storage, sturdy desk with drop down secretary style desk top, plenty of drawers and shelves for storage.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

Baker Chippendale Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet Secretary Desk, Newly Restored
Baker Chippendale Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet Secretary Desk, Newly Restored

Baker Chippendale Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet Secretary Desk, Newly Restored

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional flame mahogany Chippendale style breakfront bookcase or display cabinet with drop-down leather top secretary desk By Baker Furniture USA, circa 1960s Measures...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Danish Teak buffet / pull out writing desk by Poul Hundevad
Danish Teak buffet / pull out writing desk by Poul Hundevad

Danish Teak buffet / pull out writing desk by Poul Hundevad

By Poul Hundevad

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Gorgeous dark stained two-piece Danish Modern cabinet by Poul Hundevad. The top Hutch with drop down writing desk, adjustable shelving and covered cubby spaces.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Bookcase Room Divider w Desk by Arne Hovmand Olsen
Danish Modern Bookcase Room Divider w Desk by Arne Hovmand Olsen

Danish Modern Bookcase Room Divider w Desk by Arne Hovmand Olsen

By Arne Hovmand-Olsen

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Rare Arne Hovmand Olsen Freestanding Shelf Unit or Room Divider with Drop Down Secretary Desk or Bar Cabinet. 41w 14d 79h

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Carved Oak Curved Glass Double Bookcase with Secretary Desk
Antique Victorian Carved Oak Curved Glass Double Bookcase with Secretary Desk

Antique Victorian Carved Oak Curved Glass Double Bookcase with Secretary Desk

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Victorian double bookcase wall unit with drop down secretary desk and mirror USA, Circa 1890s Carved solid oak, with curved glass doors and original brass ha...

Category

Late 20th Century American Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Modular Wall-Mounted Desk or Storage Unit
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Modular Wall-Mounted Desk or Storage Unit

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Modular Wall-Mounted Desk or Storage Unit

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

A lovely Scandinavian wall mounted modular storage system from the 1950s in the style of Ilmara Tapiovaara Very well made and of high quality production A drop down leave desk...

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Pair of Midcentury French Louis XVI Style Fruitwood Writing Desk Side Tables
Pair of Midcentury French Louis XVI Style Fruitwood Writing Desk Side Tables

Pair of Midcentury French Louis XVI Style Fruitwood Writing Desk Side Tables

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This unique pair of mid-20th century Louis XVI style fruitwood side tables or end tables features drop down pullout writing desks with gold tooled cognac leather tops.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

British Campaign Teak Secretary Chest of Drawers and Desk, Early 1900's
British Campaign Teak Secretary Chest of Drawers and Desk, Early 1900's

British Campaign Teak Secretary Chest of Drawers and Desk, Early 1900's

Located in Nantucket, MA

A handsome British Campaign secretary and chest of drawers in teak with brass strap corners and brass flush drawer pulls. It features a center drop down writing desk with a fitted in...

Category

Early 20th Century Campaign Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Pierre Gautier-Delaye Secretary Cabinet
Pierre Gautier-Delaye Secretary Cabinet

Pierre Gautier-Delaye Secretary Cabinet

By Pierre Gautier-Delaye

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Pierre Gautier-Delaye cabinet with drop down secretary desk Rare design of the renown designer - France, 1950's Cabinet is constructed of fir wood with open doors that reveal shel...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Secretaires

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Inlaid Butlers Chest
19th Century English Inlaid Butlers Chest

19th Century English Inlaid Butlers Chest

Located in Richmond, VA

19th Century English Inlaid Butlers Chest. Finely made with drop down tooled leather secretary desk.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Pilastro Industrial Cabinet
Pilastro Industrial Cabinet

Pilastro Industrial Cabinet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare Large Pilastro Storage Cabinet with Drop Down Door for a desk or bar. Tomato Red and Bone White Upper Sliding Doors Compliment the Ochre Desk Door and Vintage Brown Frame. desig...

Category

20th Century Dutch Cabinets

Poul Cadovius Royal Shelving System
Poul Cadovius Royal Shelving System

Poul Cadovius Royal Shelving System

By Royal, Poul Cadovius

Located in Los Angeles, CA

2 section teak Cadovius wall system with 3 shelves (8"), 2 drop down cabinets, one a desk, the other with shelves, a stacking set of drawers, all 15" deep.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Exceptional Swedish Bureau Cabinet
Exceptional Swedish Bureau Cabinet

Exceptional Swedish Bureau Cabinet

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

An exceptional Swedish cabinet with a pair of doors featuring diamond decorative detailing, central drop down door with small desk, and three further drawers for more storage.

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Japanese Series Teak Wall Mount Cabinet for Pastoe
Japanese Series Teak Wall Mount Cabinet for Pastoe

Japanese Series Teak Wall Mount Cabinet for Pastoe

By Pastoe, Cees Braakman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful teak Japanese series wall mount bar or desk with drop down door, oak interior and signature graphic handle pull.

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak, Oak

Midcentury Teak and Oak Secretaire by Børge Mogensen 1960s
Midcentury Teak and Oak Secretaire by Børge Mogensen 1960s

Midcentury Teak and Oak Secretaire by Børge Mogensen 1960s

By Børge Mogensen, Søborg Møbelfabrik

Located in Asaa, DK

Large teak secretary with legs in solid oak. Drop down front. Large desk area. Two small drawers and five open compartments above the desk area.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wall Unit
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wall Unit

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wall Unit

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

Featuring a straight line design, five floating cabinets for storage, center drop down door for desk space, key to lock all cabinets, and a beautiful walnut finish.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Cado Unit designed by Poul Cadovius in Teak
Cado Unit designed by Poul Cadovius in Teak

Cado Unit designed by Poul Cadovius in Teak

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Beautiful 6 Bay Unit with Desk and drop down leaf. 4 Cabinets with sliding doors and interior drawers.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Shelves

Materials

Teak

Danish Rosewood Wall Mounted Cabinets by Cado ca. 1960s
Danish Rosewood Wall Mounted Cabinets by Cado ca. 1960s

Danish Rosewood Wall Mounted Cabinets by Cado ca. 1960s

By Arne Vodder, Poul Cadovius

Located in Peabody, MA

The middle cabinet features a drop down bar or writing desk.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood, Glass

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaire
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaire

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaire

Located in Charleston, SC

Early 19th century Swedish Gustavian secretaire in original patinated colors with drop down writing surface.The desk interior is a gorgeous blue/green in color and features several s...

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires

Materials

Pine

Mid-Century Teak Secretaire by Børge Mogensen 1960s
Mid-Century Teak Secretaire by Børge Mogensen 1960s

Mid-Century Teak Secretaire by Børge Mogensen 1960s

By Søborg Møbelfabrik, Børge Mogensen

Located in Asaa, DK

Large Danish Modern teak secretary desk with legs in solid teak. Drop down front. Large desk area.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

Poul Cadovius 3 Bay Wall Unit
Poul Cadovius 3 Bay Wall Unit

Poul Cadovius 3 Bay Wall Unit

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

Offered is a nice 3 bay Cado wall unit. Unit has desk with drop down front, 4 draw unit, 2 draw with open shelf unti, 2 large shelves, 3 mediuim shelves, 2 large/mediun shelf and 8 ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Cees Braakman Japanese Series Sideboard
Cees Braakman Japanese Series Sideboard

Cees Braakman Japanese Series Sideboard

By Cees Braakman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Japanese Series Huge Teak Cabinet for UMS Pastoe with a Drop Down Bar or Desk, Sliding Shelves to accommodate Bottles and Tall Glass Ware.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Poul Cadovius Denmark Cado Wall Unit
Poul Cadovius Denmark Cado Wall Unit

Poul Cadovius Denmark Cado Wall Unit

By Poul Cadovius

Located in San Diego, CA

Four-bay Cado system in teak designed by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, consisting of 10-shelves, 2-sliding door cabinets with interior shelves, 1-thin double drawer cabinet, 1-larger three...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

19th Century Dutch Secretaire
19th Century Dutch Secretaire

19th Century Dutch Secretaire

Located in Charleston, SC

19th century Dutch Bureau/Secretaire with drop down writing surface. The desk interior is a gorgeous blue in color and features several small drawers, supported three drawers base wi...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Secretaires

Materials

Bronze

Cees Braakman "CB07" Birch Secretary/ Cabinet For Pastoe, 1953
Cees Braakman "CB07" Birch Secretary/ Cabinet For Pastoe, 1953

Cees Braakman "CB07" Birch Secretary/ Cabinet For Pastoe, 1953

By Cees Braakman, Pastoe

Located in The Hague, NL

Model- CB07 Cabinet has many shelves and drawers for storage. The drop down leave becomes a writing desk. The cabinet is made of birch wood and is in a good condition due to it's ag...

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Birch

18th Century Swedish Period Gustavian Secretary with Library
18th Century Swedish Period Gustavian Secretary with Library

18th Century Swedish Period Gustavian Secretary with Library

Located in Wichita, KS

There are drawers below the drop-down front desk. The writing surface height is 35 in.

Category

Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Bookcases

Cees Braakman ''Made to Measure'' Cabinet for UMS Pastoe, 1955
Cees Braakman ''Made to Measure'' Cabinet for UMS Pastoe, 1955

Cees Braakman ''Made to Measure'' Cabinet for UMS Pastoe, 1955

By Pastoe

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

The daughter mentioned that leaning on the drop down leaf desk unit was strictly forbidden by their parents.

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Stunning Danish Teak "wave" wall unit  bar / bookcase / storage by G-Plan
Stunning Danish Teak "wave" wall unit  bar / bookcase / storage by G-Plan

Stunning Danish Teak "wave" wall unit bar / bookcase / storage by G-Plan

By G-Plan

Located in Buffalo, NY

(left) Curved corner with shelves and lower storage. Center bookcase with drop down bar /desk with lower storage, right corner ,,shelves and lower storage.

Category

Vintage 1960s English Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Long CADO Wall Unit 6 Bay
Long CADO Wall Unit 6 Bay

Long CADO Wall Unit 6 Bay

By Poul Cadovius, Cado

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration a long Wall unit by Poul Cadovius. 7 uprights in solid teak wood 69" H Cabinet with adjustable shelf (doors open to the side) 20 1/2" H x 15 1/2" D Cabi...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

18th Century Swedish Period Gustavian Secretary with Library
18th Century Swedish Period Gustavian Secretary with Library

18th Century Swedish Period Gustavian Secretary with Library

Located in Wichita, KS

There are three large drawers below the drop-down front desk. The writing surface height is 29.44 in.

Category

Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires

Materials

Brass

1950s Industrial Cast Iron Teak Operating Surgical Dining Table by Thackray, UK
1950s Industrial Cast Iron Teak Operating Surgical Dining Table by Thackray, UK

1950s Industrial Cast Iron Teak Operating Surgical Dining Table by Thackray, UK

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

(The video demonstrates the standing desk height dropping down to dining table height).

Category

Mid-20th Century British Industrial Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Walnut & Polished Aluminum Room Divider
Walnut & Polished Aluminum Room Divider

Walnut & Polished Aluminum Room Divider

By Founders Furniture Company

Located in Hanover, MA

Two 3-drawer chests, five cabinets with woven grass cloth doors, two single drawer cases and one case with drop-down secretary desk or cocktail bar preparation surface.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

Borge Mogensen Teak Bureau
Borge Mogensen Teak Bureau

Borge Mogensen Teak Bureau

By Børge Mogensen

Located in London, GB

The upper section opens to reveal a drop-down writing desk, offering a spacious and smooth workspace.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase Cabinet By Brouer Møbelfabrik
Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase Cabinet By Brouer Møbelfabrik

Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase Cabinet By Brouer Møbelfabrik

By Erik Brouer, Brouer Mobel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The top two units, feature recessed open adjustable shelving and a lockable, drop-down, writing desk or bar serving surface, that protrudes 9.5" from the cabinet drawers.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood, Glass

Sculptural Cerused-Oak Sideboard attributed to Maxime Old
Sculptural Cerused-Oak Sideboard attributed to Maxime Old

Sculptural Cerused-Oak Sideboard attributed to Maxime Old

By Maxime Old

Located in New York, NY

Many of his pieces perform several functions, such as a console that can open into a dining table, or leather covered wall panels that could drop down to form a desk. He was very inv...

Category

20th Century French Modern Sideboards

Mid Century Maurice Villency Danish Teak Drop Down Desk
Mid Century Maurice Villency Danish Teak Drop Down Desk

Mid Century Maurice Villency Danish Teak Drop Down Desk

By Maurice Villency

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century Maurice Villency Danish Teak Drop Down Desk. In good vintage condition. A few minor issues.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

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-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
    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-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
    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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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
    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.
  • 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.

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