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How do I date an antique secretary?
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To date an antique secretary desk, start by determining the type of hinge used to secure the writing surface. Consult an authoritative resource to find out which furniture makers worked with that type of hinge. You can also look for the name of the manufacturer on the back or bottom of the piece. Find a range of expertly vetted antique secretaries on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Biedermeier Secretary
Located in South Salem, NY
Stunning example of a Biedermeier secretary. There is some missing veneer on the front and both
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Desks
Materials
Walnut
Chippendale Secretary
Located in Wilson, NC
This English Chippendale secretary has a broken arch cornice with dentil molding and open fretwork
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Antique 1780s English Chippendale Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Chippendale Secretary
Located in Wilson, NC
The top interior of this English Chippendale secretary has three adjustable shelves and five
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Antique 1770s English Chippendale Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Intarsia Secretary
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted, this piece has been obviously been designed and created with love. Elegant intarsia inlays adorn the outside of this case piece. Inside hides a whimsical array of storag...
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Secretaires
Materials
Birch
Hand Painted Secretary
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Hand painted and silver gilt secretary with inset original glass mirrored doors and fitted interior.
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Secretaires
Materials
Mirror, Wood, Paint
Fruitwood Secretary 1770
Located in Pomona, CA
French Fruitwood Bureau/ Secretary c1770. The desk has a secret storage area behind the removable
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Antique Late 18th Century French Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Fruitwood
