19th Century Swedish Gustavian Drop Front Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
19th Century Swedish Gustavian hand painted drop top desk. Writing top H 31”
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Desks
Wood
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Drop Front Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
19th Century Swedish Gustavian hand painted drop top desk. Writing top H 31”
Wood
$1,650
H 40.5 in W 47.5 in D 19.25 in
Mid 20th Century Vintage Traditional Royal Furniture Drop Top Writing Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Experience the timeless sophistication of our Vintage Traditional Royal Furniture Drop Top Writing
Wood
$3,600
H 83 in W 40 in D 17 in
Double Bonnet Dome Top Burl Wood 3 Drawer Drop Front Secretary Desk 1900s Clean!
By Baker Furniture Company, Berkey & Gay Furniture, Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Double Bonnet Dome Top Burl Wood 3 Drawer Drop Front Secretary Desk 1900s Clean!
Brass
$5,195
H 45.5 in W 33.25 in D 17.5 in
Rare Drop Down Secretary Desk in Walnut by Maurice Villency, Denmark, c. 1960s
By Maurice Villency
Located in Deland, FL
design. Featuring a cleverly designed drop-down desk top, three large storage drawers (one of which
Walnut
$1,495
H 48 in W 40 in D 13.5 in
American Colonial Solid Maple Secretary Desk Hutch Top or Wall Unit, Circa 1970s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous American Colonial, Georgian, or Chippendale style wall unit or hutch top with drop front
Brass
$3,650
H 43.25 in W 37.5 in D 17.75 in
Danish Modern Model 68 Secretary Desk in Teak by Arne Wahl Iversen Vinde, 1960's
By Vinde Møbelfabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Deland, FL
cleverly designed drop-down desk top, two large drawers (one of which includes functioning lock and key
Wood, Teak, Paint
$4,500
H 81 in W 62 in D 19 in
Widdicomb Solid Cherry Butlers Drop Front Leather Top Desk Breakfront MINT
By John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Widdicomb Solid Cherry Butlers Drop Front Leather Top Desk Breakfront MINT
Brass
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.25 in W 26 in D 16.25 in
Early Antique English Georgian Secretary, circa 1750
Located in Big Flats, NY
An early antique English Georgian secretary offers lift top and drop-down desk over two long
Wood
$4,235Sale Price|20% Off
H 52.17 in W 30.12 in D 19.1 in
Vintage Hardwood Marble Topped Chrome Drop Front Secretaire Desk with Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite, tall, Rosewood with marble top and chrome
Marble, Chrome
$72,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 61 in W 31 in D 18.5 in
19th C. Royal Antique Burl Wood Secretary Desk & Black Leather Drop Leaf Top
Located in West Hollywood, CA
19th C. Royal Antique Burl Wood Secretary Desk & Black Leather Drop Leaf Top HRH . Very Rare
Bronze
$8,995
H 36 in W 46 in D 25 in
Biedermeier Period 19th Century Walnut Butler's Chest with Drop Front Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
features a drop front desk at the top, revealing an intricate interior adorned with small burl wood drawers
Wood, Walnut
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 84 in W 119 in D 18 in
Country French Walnut Baker Secretary with Drop Desk Mini Bar and Lattice Doors
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Asheville, NC
drop desk with Baker key, brass hinges and handles. Mirrored mini bar. Dovetail drawers. Excellent
Fruitwood
$1,927
H 25.6 in W 31.5 in D 11.62 in
Wooden Mid-Century Modern Drop off Wall Secretaire Attributed to Marcel Gascoin
By Marcel Gascoin
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Wooden wall secretaire with drop-off top desk, made in the 1950s. The design and workmanship of
Metal
$5,320
H 44.75 in W 35 in D 23.25 in
Elegant Louis XV Period French Secretary Desk with Hidden Compartment
Located in Atlanta, GA
writing desk features a slant-leaf front with elegant plaque shaped carved panel, when dropped down into a
Wood
19th Century Rustic Swedish Painted Pine Secretary
Located in Round Top, TX
reveal the natural pine below. The interior desk holds multiple drawers with central cubbie and the drop
Pine, Paint
$9,400
H 72 in W 34.5 in D 14.5 in
Unusual Oak Art Nouveau Dental /multi-drawer Cabinet by Premier Cabinet Co.
By American Cabinet Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
drawers a-top drop down desk with compartments, over,, (bottom) retains 6 additional drawers and drop down
Brass
Original Painted Pine Secretary Bureau from Sweden, dated 1847
Located in Round Top, TX
around the top. The interior desk is painted green and holds 20 drawers with central cubbie and the drop
Wood, Pine, Paint
$6,950
H 66.93 in W 79.93 in D 19.3 in
Guillerme & Chambron Highboard or Wardrobe in Solid Oak and Ceramic
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
of their works. The left side of the wardrobe has an open shelving space at the top and a drop-front
Oak
$16,500
H 86.5 in W 35.5 in D 18.5 in
English 19th Century Black and Gold Secretary Bookcase with Chinoiserie Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
section, larger in depth, is made of a drop-front desk at the top opening to open compartments with
Glass, Wood
$13,800
H 81 in W 122.5 in D 19.5 in
Teak Model RY-100 Wall Unit / Room Divider by Hans Wegner for Ry Møbler, c. 1965
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Deland, FL
includes the functioning bulb seen in the photos. The drop-down secretary desk top opens and closes with
Metal
Unavailable
H 42.5 in W 60 in D 24 in
1790-French Empire Writing Desk Secretaire Gilt Ormolu-manner Thomire/Desmalter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
interior drawer. This most extraordinary period French Empire secrétaire slide top desk displays superb
Bronze, Ormolu
Vintage Dutch 2-Bay Wall Unit With Desk by Pilastro
By Tjerk Reijenga
Located in Brooklyn, NY
-top desk with its clever design and drawer offers a versatile workspace that adapts to your needs
Metal
Unavailable
H 41 in W 37.25 in D 20.25 in
Antique 18th Century English Oak Chippendale Slant Drop Front Secretary Desk
Located in Charlotte, NC
with brass hardware, slant drop front desk top, pull-out desk top supports, and tall bracket feet
Brass
Mid 20th Century Mahogany Chippendale Secretary Desk
Located in Charlotte, NC
behind dual glass doors with fretwork. Bottom features pull down lockable drop front desk top which
Brass
Midcentury Teak Wall Unit by Meredew
By Meredew
Located in Norcross, GA
base with 2 drawers and 2 cabinets with adjustable shelves. The top features a drop down desk and
Teak
Unavailable
H 64 in W 42 in D 15 in
Midcentury Teak Display Cabinet Secretary and Bar by Ellman Furniture
Located in Norcross, GA
the back. Featuring glass sliding doors at the top. A small drop down desk and a small drop down bar
Teak
Cabinet, Jacques Adnet, circa 1950, Made in France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Jersey City, NJ
shelves, one storage space, a brown leather top drop-leaf desk with four small drawers and an upper light
Brass
Unavailable
H 79.14 in W 94.89 in D 16.15 in
3-Bay Ladderax Teak Midcentury Shelving System by Robert Heal for Staples
By Robert Heal, Ladderax
Located in Glasgow, GB
bureau unit with drop down desk top. Two of the units are lockable and the key is present. Remember that
Teak
French 19th Century Inlay Drop Front Desk with Marble Top
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A masterfully inlaid walnut and rosewood drop front desk with marble top from 19th century, France
Sold
H 27.5 in W 42 in D 19.25 in
Rare Antique English Mahogany Leather Top Kidney Shape Drop-Leaf Campaign Desk
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
or Desk with kidney-shaped drop leaves or flaps. The desk has a flip-top fitted rear with stationary
Brass
Sold
H 79 in W 29 in L 79 in
Ethan Allen Queen Anne Cherry Wood Drop Front Secretary Desk with Curio Top
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ethan Allen Queen Anne cherrywood drop front secretary desk with curio top. Item features solid
Glass, Cherry
19th Century Mahogany Wood Gallery Top Drop Front Writing Desk
Located in Tarry Town, NY
19th century mahogany wood gallery top drop-front writing desk / freestanding wall piece
Mahogany
Drop Leaf Desk By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A three drawer teak drop-leaf top desk with oak frame. 4'7" closed - 7.7 open. Design by Hans J
Teak, Oak
Sold
H 38.5 in W 40.5 in D 20 in
Antique 19th Century Dovetail Joints Secretary Drop Front Writing Desk
Located in Southampton, NJ
19th C. Antique American Pine slant top drop down desk with exposed dovetail joinery, generous
Brass
Georgian Slant Top Mahogany Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mahogany George III (circa 1800-1820) slant top, drop front desk. Mahogany top with ebony and
Mahogany
Sold
H 86 in W 47 in D 21.25 in
Fine 18th Century Double Bonnet Georgian Tombstone Mirror Secretary Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
, the drop-down secretary desk opens to reveal a well-organized interior with small drawers and cubby
Brass
Stickley Secretary Desk
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in Portland, OR
and a variety of small sized drawers behind the drop down desk. The top showcases glass front doors
Glass, Mahogany
Sold
H 43 in W 33.5 in D 17.5 in
Danish Teak Secretary Desk Model 37 by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Møbelfabrik
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Deland, FL
As functional as it is aesthetically stunning this Danish drop-down front desk model 37 by Arne
Teak
Rustic Secretary Desk by Monterey Furniture
By Monterey Furniture, Frank Mason
Located in Fulton, CA
. Very good original condition, structurally solid. Drop-front desk top sturdy with pigeon hole interior
Wood
19th Century Swedish Painted Desk / Bureau
Located in Doylestown, PA
19th century Swedish painted desk/bureau. The serpentine top over a drop-down desk flanked by six
Wood
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Desk and Hutch
Located in Atlanta, GA
upper shelves, a drop down desk top opens to three drawers and ample storage area. Also features three
Sold
H 37 in W 39.5 in D 13.75 in
Danish Modern Teak Secretary Foyer Cabinet, Made in Sweden, Circa 1970s
Located in Peabody, MA
Teak secretary desk / cabinet, made in Sweden circa 1970s. Unusual finger joints at top edges. Drop
Teak
Marble Top Mahogany, Mid-1800s Louis Philippe Drop Front Desk
By Louis Philippe
Located in North York, ON
Marble Top Mahogany Mid 1800s Louis Philippe Drop Front Desk.
Marble
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Abattant
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
burl mahogany with its original white marble top. Three faux drawers at the top hide the drop down desk
Marble, Brass
Sold
H 71.5 in W 39.5 in D 16.75 in
Randers Danish Teak Secretary with Pull-Out Desk Top & Drop-Down Vanity Mirror
By Randers Møbelfabrik
Located in Chattanooga, TN
the same vintage. This particular secretary desk doubles as a vanity with a mirror at top and several
Teak
Pastoe Drop Down Desk or Cabinet
By Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
balanced by teak cabinets conceals a large bottom storage space with shelf. A top drop down desk adds
Teak, Birch
Sold
H 79 in W 48 in D 22.25 in
China Cabinet in Teak with Secretary Drop Down Desk Top After Poul Hundevad, 70s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Deland, FL
as it is beautiful. Featuring a drop-down secretary desk top with functioning lock and skeleton key
Teak
Italian Marquetry Marble Top Commode Secretary Desk
Located in Hopewell, NJ
green marble top and drop front desk behind a faux drawer, revealing a burlwood interior with a burgundy
Leather, Mahogany, Satinwood, Burl
Sold
H 109.45 in W 65.75 in D 19.69 in
Victorian Library Burr Pollard Oak Library Bookcase Drop Front Secretaire Desk
By Reid and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
adjustable top shelves, a drop front desk as mentioned with a nicely tooled oxblood leather top, the locks
Oak
Sold
H 91.75 in W 44.88 in L 91.75 in
English George III Style Drop Front Secretary Desk with Bookcase, circa 1870
Located in South Bend, IN
bookcase top with three adjustable shelves, a drop-front leather top desk with six small drawers and eleven
Leather, Glass, Cherry, Mahogany
Danish Modern Teak Secretary Desk with Storage
By Hans Olsen
Located in Dallas, TX
Great looking piece attributed to Hans Olsen. Lots of great storage, sturdy desk with drop down
Teak
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Desk and Hutch
Located in Atlanta, GA
shelves, a drop down desk top opens to two drawers and ample storage area. Also features adjustable
Teak
Sold
H 92.25 in W 75.25 in D 14.75 in
Baker Chippendale Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet Secretary Desk, Newly Restored
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
-down leather top secretary desk By Baker Furniture USA, circa 1960s Measures: 75.25" W x 14.75
Brass
Sold
H 99.75 in W 88.5 in D 22 in
Trosby Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet With Secretary Desk
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
leather top secretary desk By Trosby Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Carved flame mahogany, with mullioned
Brass
French Inlaid Mother of Pearl 2 Piece Desk Cabinet Japonaise
Located in Hopewell, NJ
2 Cabinets and 1 drawer on top piece; Drop down desk with burnt orange velvet liner; alittle
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Sold
H 91 in W 41 in D 19.5 in
Vintage French Provincial Hand Carved White Secretary Desk and Display Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
secretary desk has three drawers and a drop down desk. The top portion of this secretary desk can hold
Glass, Wood, Paint
Sold
H 42.92 in W 33.08 in D 18.12 in
Vintage Danish Teak Secretary Desk by Sigfred Omann for Ølholm, 1960s
By Ølholm Møbelfabrik, Sigfred Omann
Located in Asaa, DK
wide drawers with long sculpted pulls in solid teak. Top with drop down desk leaf. Inside with two
Teak
Sold
H 57 in W 41.5 in D 15.25 in
Antique French Inlaid Kingwood & Satinwood Parquetry Marble Top Secretary, c1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
over drop front desk and lower case with long drawer and double door cabinet; cast foliate bronze
Marble, Bronze
Danish Bureau, 1960s in Brazilian Rosewood
Located in London, GB
Superb quality Danish Bureau from the 1960s. Brazilian Rosewood. Lockable top drawer and drop down
Palisander
Large Cabinet By Johan Tapp For Gump's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large cabinet by Johan Tapp for Gump's. Adjustable dark green shelves and drop down desk with
Brass
19th c. Secretaire a Abattant
Located in Dallas, TX
details. Many drawers but no keys. Marble top and drop-front with leather desk top.
GEORGE NELSON THIN EDGE SECRETARY BUREAU
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
right reveals single shelf over pull out drawers , left side of three drawers beneath drop down desk top
Thin Edge Secretary in Walnut by George Nelson, Excellent Condition
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Kansas City, MO
. Porcelain pulls on the small drawers concealed behind the leather covered drop down desk top. This is an
Aluminum, Steel
American Colonial Solid Maple Eleven-Drawer Dresser or Credenza
Located in South Bend, IN
chest of drawers with removable hutch top with drop front secretary desk USA, 1970s Carved solid maple
Brass
19th Century Swedish Bureau
Located in Charleston, SC
Charming small Swedish Gustavian ladies Bureau with marble top and drop-down desk surface with
Bronze
Sold
H 73 in W 33.5 in D 18 in
Unusual Danish Teak Etegere / Bar, Storage, Classic Scandinavian Design
By Arne Vodder
Located in Buffalo, NY
to top, center, drop down, desk, bar. surface with one drawer. Bottom cabinet 2 doors, shelf and pull
Fabric, Teak
Sold
H 42.52 in W 35.04 in D 17.33 in
Secretary by Kai Kristiansen for Torring / Hjn Møbler, Denmark, 1960’s
By Torring Mobelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Antwerp, BE
’s. This cabinet is made out of teak and features a drop-down desk top revealing three small drawers
Teak
Rare Danish Teak Cabinet by Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen
By Naestved Mobelfabrik, Aksel Bender Madsen, Ejner Larsen
Located in Peabody, MA
and adjustable shelving. The right features a drop down desk top or bar and additional storage
Bronze
Sold
H 84 in W 42 in D 22 in
English George III Carved Flame Mahogany Secretary Bookcase, 19th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
drop front leather top desk writing surface and four long drawers, 19th century Measures - 84" H x
Leather, Upholstery, Glass, Mahogany
Pine Single-Door Armoire
Located in Baltimore, MD
desk top and drawer fronts above a single actual hand-cut dovetailed drawer. Outstanding hidden
Pine
Early 19th Century Original Folk Art Painted Tall Cabinet Secretary
Located in Round Top, TX
interior desk is painted green and holds 8 drawers and the drop down desk top. Please enlarge photos to
Wood, Paint
American 1920s Ebonized Desk with Drop Top
Located in Buchanan, NY
American 1920s new-classical ebonized drop top desk. It has three drawers and a handled drop front
Pozzi & Verga Folding Desk with Leather Top & Drop Sides
Located in Hanover, MA
Pozzi and Verga desk, Italy, black lacquered wood form with drop sides, black leather surface
Lacquer
Arne Vodder Style Danish Teak Desk with Sliding Drop-Leaf Top
By Arne Vodder, G.V. Møbler
Located in Chattanooga, TN
. The table top and the drawers are adjustable! Lift the drop-leaf and slide the table top to center it
Teak
Sold
H 38.13 in W 51.25 in D 22.88 in
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Mahogany Drop Front Desk with Marble Top
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This handsome mahogany Louis Philippe desk features a marble top and drop front that folds down to
Marble
Sold
H 29.93 in W 53.55 in D 28.35 in
Midcentury Desk in Teak and Oak by Hans J. Wegner, Danish Design 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in Lejre, DK
Drop-leaf desk with teak top and oak frame. Designed by Maa. Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck
Oak, Teak
Secretary Desk by Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard Circa 1960s
By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard
Located in Oakland, CA
Compact secretary desk by Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard, constructed of teak and brass. The drop front
Brass
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H.
Wood
$2,695
H 82 in W 36 in D 18.5 in
Henredon Georgian Walnut Drop Front Secretary Desk With Bookcase Hutch
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Georgian or Queen Anne style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top By Henredon USA, Circa 1980s Gorgeous figured walnut, with original bra...
Brass
The Howard, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
$5,950
H 44.1 in W 59.6 in D 17.9 in
Gustavian Style 1840s Gray Painted Drop Front Secretary with Graduated Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style drop front secretary from circa 1840 with gray painted finish, writing area and three graduated drawers. This Swedish Gustavian style drop-front secretary, ...
Wood
18th Century Swedish Secretary
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
18th Century Swedish secretary with a decorative carved pediment. Composed below doors opening to storage with below fall front desk opening to the drawer. Storage and workspace, be...
Wood
19th Century Painted French Dresser
Located in Cirencester, GB
We have added the off white painted pattern detail to this lovely authentic antique 19th century French cupboard. A very versatile piece it really could be used in many ways and in a...
Pine
The Lily, Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgiu...
Linen
Vintage Asian Chinoiserie Secretary Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Asian Chinoiserie Secretary Desk blends American style with Eastern elegance, featuring intricate Chinoiserie detailing and exquisite craftsmanship. This versatile desk a...
Upholstery, Glass, Wood
$3,595
H 80.5 in W 35 in D 15.75 in
Georgian Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Hand-Painted Drop Front Secretary Desk
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Georgian Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie style bureau with drop front secretary desk and lighted bookcase hutch top In the manner of Baker Furniture By Jasper Cabinet ...
Brass
$2,100Sale Price|30% Off
H 92 in W 46 in D 23.5 in
Adams Style Mahogany Half Cylinder Secretary Writing Desk Hutch Curio 92"
Located in Dayton, OH
A very large and impressive vintage Adams style half cylinder secretary desk / hutch featuring a mahogany finish with upper bookcase curio cabinet with fretwork doors supported by a ...
Mahogany
$2,395
H 88.38 in W 43 in D 21 in
Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Drop Front Secretary Desk With Bookcase Hutch
By Jasper Furniture Company
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Georgian Chinoiserie style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top In the manner of Jasper Furniture Company USA, Late 20th Century Black lacquered...
Brass
$3,350
H 47.64 in W 46.86 in D 20.48 in
Gustavian Sideboard, Antique Swedish Pine & Brass, Pink Finish
Located in Kvidinge, SE
Swedish Gustavian sideboard The sideboard is painted in pink and the inside in antique white, Both in an old traditional scandinavian way with fantastic patina. The sideboard has tr...
Brass
George III Mahogany Breakfront Bureau Bookcase
Located in Huntington, NY
This exceptional George III Mahogany Breakfront Bureau Bookcase with Glazed Doors, has wonderful flame & crotch grain Mahogany. Comprised of a large central cabinet, flanked by 2 sma...
Brass
$8,900
H 36.63 in W 72.44 in D 28.75 in
Antique Swedish Sofa Bench Settee in Original Paint, Gustavian Period, 18th c.
Located in Wichita, KS
A beautiful antique Swedish sofa bench from the Gustavian period dry scraped to its original patina. The sofa frame is adorned with a lovely leaf motif and rests upon tapered and flu...
Linen, Wood, Paint
$2,264Sale Price|20% Off
H 76.5 in W 18 in D 25 in
c1900 French Antique Louis XVI Style Burl Wood Secretary/ Desk - Petite Size
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1900 French Antique Louis XVI style Petite Secretary/ Desk. Louis XVI style and made from Exotic Burl Wood. Upper cabinet book storage/ display. Drawer storage below.
Burl
English 19th Century Sheraton Secretary
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A slender mahogany bureau bookcase with secretary desk, made in England, circa 1820. The secretary’s upper body is crowned with a broken pediment–a classic Sheraton feature–above gla...
Brass
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.
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