Custom Built Vintage Secretary Desk
Located in Annville, PA
From Niagara Furniture a Custom Built Vintage Secretary Desk, in ready to use in your home condition.
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1980s North American Renaissance Secretary Desk Used
Materials
Mahogany
Secretary Desk Used
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18th Century George III Mahogany Butler's Secretary
Located in Solebury, PA
A “butler’s secretary” is a specific type of antique secretary desk, named for its use by the household butler to manage domestic affairs, finances, and staff matters.
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Late 18th Century English George III Secretary Desk Used
Materials
Glass, Boxwood, Mahogany, Satinwood, Silk
American Art Deco Book-Matched Burled Carpathian Elm and Black Lacquer Desk
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H 29.5 in W 57.5 in D 29.5 in
American Art Deco Book-Matched Burled Carpathian Elm and Black Lacquer Desk
Located in New York, NY
This handsome Demilune desk was originally intended as a secretary's desk, used to greet visitors in a reception area.
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1930s American Art Deco Secretary Desk Used
Materials
Elm, Lacquer
A Refined Walnut Hepplewhite Secretary Desk
Located in West Chester, PA
This secretary desk uses inlay to nicely highlight the architectural elements of the pice.
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18th Century and Earlier American Hepplewhite Secretary Desk Used
Materials
Walnut
19th Century French Gilt Bronze with Six-Drawer Secretary Desk
By Rudolf Linke
Located in Pasadena, CA
Double-sided 19th century French secretary desk in excellent used condition. This secretary desk has six drawers with gilt Bronze frame work.
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Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Secretary Desk Used
Materials
Bronze
Mid Century Secretary Desk
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1960s Danish Secretary Desk & Dresser Excellent for use in a bedroom or guest room.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretary Desk Used
Materials
Teak
Danish Teak Secretary Desk
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1960s Danish Secretary Desk & Dresser Excellent for use in a bedroom or guest room.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretary Desk Used
Materials
Teak
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Secretary Desk Used For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the secretary desk used you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each secretary desk used for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and metal. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer secretary desk used, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each secretary desk used bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Georgian hallmarks is very popular. A well-made secretary desk used has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Børge Mogensen, Arne Wahl Iversen and Baker Furniture Company are consistently popular.
How Much is a Secretary Desk Used?
Prices for a secretary desk used start at $175 and top out at $275,000 with the average selling for $3,206.
Questions About Secretary Desk Used
- 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 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 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.
- What are desk blotters used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Desk blotters are used to protect the top of a table or desk. It helps prevent scratches and absorbs dripped or spilled ink and paint. Desk pad is another name for a blotter. You'll find a selection of vintage and antique desk blotters on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Davenport desk is used for writing and is typically favored by women. The desk features a slanted top leather insert, a cupboard, slides and drawers to carry writing essentials. You’ll find a selection of antique Davenport desks on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Because of their variety of sizes and range in function, console tables can easily work as a desk. Given their size and ease of mobility, a console table can be used in almost any sort of room.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, you can use a library table as a desk. In fact, many people like the spacious tops found on library tables because they usually have enough room to accommodate a computer and provide additional work space. Find a range of library tables on 1stDibs.
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