Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Brass
Early 19th Century English Hepplewhite Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Mahogany, Glass
Mid-19th Century French Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Mahogany, Oak
19th Century Louis XV Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Glass, Walnut
19th Century Louis XV Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Glass, Walnut
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Walnut, Glass
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Kingwood, Yew
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Pine
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Mahogany
Mid-19th Century Danish Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Wood, Mahogany
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Mahogany
19th Century French Biedermeier Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
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Oak
1880s French Louis XVI Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Brass
19th Century European Eastlake Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Walnut, Burl
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Marble
19th Century Danish Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Wood
Mid-19th Century American Victorian Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Mahogany
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Cherry
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Bronze
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Ormolu
Late 19th Century American Eastlake Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
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Walnut
1870s American Eastlake Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Walnut
19th Century German Biedermeier Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Wood, Mahogany, Walnut
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Brass
19th Century German Biedermeier Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Wood, Walnut
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19th Century Danish Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Wood, Paint
Early 1900s English Edwardian Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Mahogany
Early 1900s Edwardian Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
19th Century American Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
1830s German Neoclassical Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Wood
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Mahogany
19th Century British Regency Roll Top Secretary Desk Antique
Rosewood
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Brass
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Finding the Right storage-case-pieces 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.
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