Metal Secretary Desk
Mid-20th Century American Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Neoclassical Revival Desks and Writing Tables
Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century American Regency Desks
Metal
Late 20th Century North American Georgian Desks
Metal
Antique Late 18th Century North American Georgian Desks
Metal
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Desks
Bronze, Steel
Vintage 1980s Swiss Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Desks
Cherry
2010s American Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables
Aluminum
2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
2010s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Vintage 1940s Belgian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century English Chippendale Secretaires
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Metal
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Secretaires
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Empire Secretaires
Metal
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Metal
Late 20th Century American Rustic Secretaires
Metal
Antique 18th Century English George III Secretaires
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Teak
Mid-20th Century English French Provincial Secretaires
Fruitwood
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Steel
Antique 19th Century English Secretaires
Metal
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Secretaires
Metal
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Secretaires
Metal, Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century German Biedermeier Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Cabinets
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Russian Empire Secretaires
Metal, Brass
Antique 19th Century English Campaign Secretaires
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires
Metal, Bronze
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Metal, Iron
Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Historical Memora...
Brass
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Secretaires
Wrought Iron, Metal, Metallic Thread
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Metal, Chrome
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires
Metal
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal, Bronze
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires
Metal, Bronze
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X End Tables
Bronze, Ormolu
2010s German Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Metal, Stainless Steel
2010s German Modern Desks
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Desks and Writing Tables
Metal
Vintage 1930s German Art Nouveau Desks
Ash
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Desks
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks
Wood, Glass
Antique 1870s French Louis XVI Secretaires
Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s French Secretaires
Iron
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Secretaires
Ormolu
Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Rustic Desks
Oak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century American Federal Desks
Metal
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Desks
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Metal
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Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets 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 storage 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. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, 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.
- How does a secretary desk work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A secretary desk works with the help of hinges that secure the writing surface to the rest of the piece. To use one, you simply pull down on the wooden door to open the hinge and lower the writing surface. Return the desk to its closed position by lifting the writing surface up. You'll find a selection of secretary desks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Secretary desks originated in the early 18th century. They were typically used by secretaries and clerks and featured plenty of compacted drawers for stationary storage. On 1stDibs, find a collection of secretary desks from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A secretary desk is called by its name because of its original function. When the desks first emerged in 19th-century France, the secretaries of estates used them to conduct business. Once they finished paying bills and reconciling accounts, they could raise the hinged writing surface and close the desk. Secretary desks are the workstations of choice in many busy households, especially those with spaces pulling double duty as offices by day and living rooms, dining rooms or bedrooms at night. On 1stDibs, shop an array of secretary desks.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An antique secretary desk will range in value depending on its authenticity and condition. The price can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. On 1stDibs find the antique secretary desk you’re looking for today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best way to refinish an old metal desk is to start by cleaning the desk. Ensure that the surface is free of dust and rust, then prime the desk with one to two coats of primer. And dependent upon its condition, a coat of any metal paint can freshen up an old metal desk. Browse a wide selection of vintage metal desks on 1stDibs.
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