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Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer. 

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests. The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Midcentury Wall Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish midcentury free-standing wall unit with shelving. Please confirm item location with dealer (NJ or NY).
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood

  • Midcentury Wall Unit
  • Midcentury Wall Unit
  • Midcentury Wall Unit
  • Midcentury Wall Unit

Midcentury Wall Unit

American of Martinsville "Dania" Secretary Desk by Merton Gershun
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring home iconic, authentic, mid-century, American design with the unmistakable "Dania" series by Merton Gershun for Virginia's American of Martinsville. Featuring the rich walnut g...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Metal, Brass

  • American of Martinsville "Dania" Secretary Desk by Merton Gershun
  • American of Martinsville "Dania" Secretary Desk by Merton Gershun
  • American of Martinsville "Dania" Secretary Desk by Merton Gershun
  • American of Martinsville "Dania" Secretary Desk by Merton Gershun

American of Martinsville "Dania" Secretary Desk by Merton Gershun

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern writing desk featured in rich walnut grain. This desk sits on sleek tapered legs and has three spacious drawers. This would ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood

  • Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk
  • Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk
  • Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk
  • Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk

Midcentury George Nelson Gentlemens Secretary Chest
By George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
George Nelson George Nelson (1908-1986) was an important modernist whose work cut across the fields of interior, industrial and exhibition design. Nelson studied architecture at Y...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

  • Midcentury George Nelson Gentlemens Secretary Chest
  • Midcentury George Nelson Gentlemens Secretary Chest
  • Midcentury George Nelson Gentlemens Secretary Chest
  • Midcentury George Nelson Gentlemens Secretary Chest

Midcentury George Nelson Gentlemens Secretary Chest

Secretaire with Flap in Sycamore. French work. Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This unusual secretaire desk in sycamore with bronze handles is composed of a small sloping desk with flap closing on four drawers and forming a chest of drawers with three drawers i...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Sycamore

  • Secretaire with Flap in Sycamore. French work. Circa 1970
  • Secretaire with Flap in Sycamore. French work. Circa 1970
  • Secretaire with Flap in Sycamore. French work. Circa 1970
  • Secretaire with Flap in Sycamore. French work. Circa 1970

Secretaire with Flap in Sycamore. French work. Circa 1970

Mid-Century Vintage Inlaid Secretary Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century style vintage secretary desk adorned with a colorful abstract inlay on the front. Fold down front reveals a large writing surface as...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood

  • Mid-Century Vintage Inlaid Secretary Desk
  • Mid-Century Vintage Inlaid Secretary Desk
  • Mid-Century Vintage Inlaid Secretary Desk
  • Mid-Century Vintage Inlaid Secretary Desk

Mid-Century Vintage Inlaid Secretary Desk

1940s Italian Secretaire a Cantù
Located in Hanover, MA
SATURDAY SALE Rare and very unusual piece of Italian modern design. Vintage 1940s Italian bow-fronted secretary in walnut with seven drawers with brass ring pulls. The curved drawer...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Walnut, Goatskin

  • 1940s Italian Secretaire a Cantù
  • 1940s Italian Secretaire a Cantù
  • 1940s Italian Secretaire a Cantù
  • 1940s Italian Secretaire a Cantù

1940s Italian Secretaire a Cantù

Oak Wall Secretary, French Reconstruction 1950
By Marcel Gascoin
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Wall secretary in slatted plywood, blond oak veneer, French reconstruction 1950. The large flap opens to form a writing desk (depth 64 cm). Inside, a molded shelf and a small drawer....
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Oak

  • Oak Wall Secretary, French Reconstruction 1950
  • Oak Wall Secretary, French Reconstruction 1950
  • Oak Wall Secretary, French Reconstruction 1950
  • Oak Wall Secretary, French Reconstruction 1950

Oak Wall Secretary, French Reconstruction 1950

Tall Mid-Century Highboy Drop Front Secretary
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique highboy dresser with burl wood drop font writing surface with fitted insert. Additional storage drawers above and below. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Walnut, Burl

  • Tall Mid-Century Highboy Drop Front Secretary
  • Tall Mid-Century Highboy Drop Front Secretary
  • Tall Mid-Century Highboy Drop Front Secretary
  • Tall Mid-Century Highboy Drop Front Secretary

Tall Mid-Century Highboy Drop Front Secretary

Hollywood Regency Secretary Desk Secretaire Bookcase w/ Chinese Motif
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Hollywood Regency secretary desk secretaire bookcase with hand-painted Chinese motif featuring a breakfront cabinet with a small secretary ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood

  • Hollywood Regency Secretary Desk Secretaire Bookcase w/ Chinese Motif
  • Hollywood Regency Secretary Desk Secretaire Bookcase w/ Chinese Motif
  • Hollywood Regency Secretary Desk Secretaire Bookcase w/ Chinese Motif
  • Hollywood Regency Secretary Desk Secretaire Bookcase w/ Chinese Motif

Hollywood Regency Secretary Desk Secretaire Bookcase w/ Chinese Motif

Unusual Mid-Century Modern Drexel Two-Piece Hutch
By Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful vintage modern wall unit that consists of two pieces. A unique design that offers plenty of storage without sacrificing style. Sturdy construction, elegant walnut wood grain, and iconic round white drawer pulls show quality midcentury craftsmanship. The top is versatile, offering space for display and storage with open compartments. The topper has adjustable shelves and a drop front desk ensuring convenience. This rare vintage two-piece Drexel hutch...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

  • Unusual Mid-Century Modern Drexel Two-Piece Hutch
  • Unusual Mid-Century Modern Drexel Two-Piece Hutch
  • Unusual Mid-Century Modern Drexel Two-Piece Hutch
  • Unusual Mid-Century Modern Drexel Two-Piece Hutch

Unusual Mid-Century Modern Drexel Two-Piece Hutch

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Secretary Desk
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Add functional and stylish storage to your workspace with this fantastic vintage Danish teak wood secretary desk. The drop down door opens up to reveal an ample desktop with built in cubbyholes and drawers to help cut down on clutter. Four additional pull-out drawers provide additional storage for files, paperwork, or anything in between. Desktop cabinet...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Teak

  • Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Secretary Desk
  • Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Secretary Desk
  • Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Secretary Desk
  • Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Secretary Desk

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Secretary Desk

Mid Century Modern Walnut, Chrome & Cane Modular Secretary by Founders 20thC
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Ask About Discounted In-House Shipping*** A Mid Century Modern secretary offers chrome frame with walnut modular units including caned double door cabinets and drop down desk, mak...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Chrome

  • Mid Century Modern Walnut, Chrome & Cane Modular Secretary by Founders 20thC
  • Mid Century Modern Walnut, Chrome & Cane Modular Secretary by Founders 20thC
  • Mid Century Modern Walnut, Chrome & Cane Modular Secretary by Founders 20thC
  • Mid Century Modern Walnut, Chrome & Cane Modular Secretary by Founders 20thC

Mid Century Modern Walnut, Chrome & Cane Modular Secretary by Founders 20thC

Mobile archivio italiano, legno di noce e dettagli in ottone, modernariato 1940
Located in MIlano, IT
Mobile archivio da ufficio in legno di noce con doppia colonna di cassetti con dettagli in ottone. 1940 ca. Buone condizioni. Misure in cm 91,5x40x184h Favoloso mobile archivio inter...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Brass

  • Mobile archivio italiano, legno di noce e dettagli in ottone, modernariato 1940
  • Mobile archivio italiano, legno di noce e dettagli in ottone, modernariato 1940
  • Mobile archivio italiano, legno di noce e dettagli in ottone, modernariato 1940
  • Mobile archivio italiano, legno di noce e dettagli in ottone, modernariato 1940

Mobile archivio italiano, legno di noce e dettagli in ottone, modernariato 1940

Mid-Century Teak Secretery Dresser 1960's
Located in Hudson, NY
Mid-Century Teak Secretery dresser from the 1960's good condition, some wear from use and age sturdy & Heavy
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

  • Mid-Century Teak Secretery Dresser 1960's
  • Mid-Century Teak Secretery Dresser 1960's
  • Mid-Century Teak Secretery Dresser 1960's
  • Mid-Century Teak Secretery Dresser 1960's

Mid-Century Teak Secretery Dresser 1960's

Teak Mid-Century Dresser w/ Secretary Desk
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Danish modern secretary desk. Fold down table with office storage and four dresser drawers. Classic Danish modern design with w...
Category

1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

  • Teak Mid-Century Dresser w/ Secretary Desk
  • Teak Mid-Century Dresser w/ Secretary Desk
  • Teak Mid-Century Dresser w/ Secretary Desk
  • Teak Mid-Century Dresser w/ Secretary Desk

Teak Mid-Century Dresser w/ Secretary Desk

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century teak closable locking teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss Mummenthaler and Meier. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect all...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Brass

  • Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
  • Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
  • Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
  • Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier

1960's Mid Century Modern Obelisk Form Secretary/ Display Case/ Cabinet
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Rare Form 1960's Mid Century Modern Obelisk Display Case/ Secretary/ Cabinet. This is the first time I have seen one like this. There is a writing area, storage cabinets and upper gl...
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1960s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood

  • 1960's Mid Century Modern Obelisk Form Secretary/ Display Case/ Cabinet
  • 1960's Mid Century Modern Obelisk Form Secretary/ Display Case/ Cabinet
  • 1960's Mid Century Modern Obelisk Form Secretary/ Display Case/ Cabinet
  • 1960's Mid Century Modern Obelisk Form Secretary/ Display Case/ Cabinet

1960's Mid Century Modern Obelisk Form Secretary/ Display Case/ Cabinet

1940's Traditional Burl Wood Secretary/ Desk
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Beautiful Grand Scale 1940's Traditional style Burl Wood Secretary/ Writing Desk. This secretary is in very good condition. Miami Beach acquisition.
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1940s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood

  • 1940's Traditional Burl Wood Secretary/ Desk
  • 1940's Traditional Burl Wood Secretary/ Desk
  • 1940's Traditional Burl Wood Secretary/ Desk
  • 1940's Traditional Burl Wood Secretary/ Desk

1940's Traditional Burl Wood Secretary/ Desk

Paolo Buffa Italian Mid-Century Brass Inlaid Secretary
By Paolo Buffa, Giovanni Gariboldi, Marelli & Colico
Located in Atlanta, GA
Paolo Buffa, Secretary, Italy c. 1948, Brass Intarsia by Giovanni Gariboldi, Manufactured by Marelli e Colico, Cantù. An exquisite and collectible Mid-Century secretary by esteemed ...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Brass

  • Paolo Buffa Italian Mid-Century Brass Inlaid Secretary
  • Paolo Buffa Italian Mid-Century Brass Inlaid Secretary
  • Paolo Buffa Italian Mid-Century Brass Inlaid Secretary
  • Paolo Buffa Italian Mid-Century Brass Inlaid Secretary

Paolo Buffa Italian Mid-Century Brass Inlaid Secretary

Mid Century Modern Hooker Walnut Roll Top Secretary
By Hooker Furniture
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Hooker Walnut Roll Top Secretary Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has some expected slight finish wear and scratching. Top has a couple are...
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

  • Mid Century Modern Hooker Walnut Roll Top Secretary
  • Mid Century Modern Hooker Walnut Roll Top Secretary
  • Mid Century Modern Hooker Walnut Roll Top Secretary
  • Mid Century Modern Hooker Walnut Roll Top Secretary

Mid Century Modern Hooker Walnut Roll Top Secretary

Mid Century Modern Italian Chrome & Wood Paper Bin on Wheels By Willy Rizzo
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Stylish Italian Mid Century Modern paper bin with small wheels by Willy Rizzo, made in chrome with four wood strips. Designed for the collection and disposal of paper waste, such as ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Chrome

  • Mid Century Modern Italian Chrome & Wood Paper Bin on Wheels By Willy Rizzo
  • Mid Century Modern Italian Chrome & Wood Paper Bin on Wheels By Willy Rizzo
  • Mid Century Modern Italian Chrome & Wood Paper Bin on Wheels By Willy Rizzo
  • Mid Century Modern Italian Chrome & Wood Paper Bin on Wheels By Willy Rizzo

Mid Century Modern Italian Chrome & Wood Paper Bin on Wheels By Willy Rizzo

Danish Teak Secretaire by Nils Jonsson - Kai Kristiansen for HJN Mobler
By HJN Møbler
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted dark teak wood secretaire with pull down door front that slides back to make an adjustable desk top . Inside there is great storage with two floating letter holde...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

  • Danish Teak Secretaire by Nils Jonsson - Kai Kristiansen for HJN Mobler
  • Danish Teak Secretaire by Nils Jonsson - Kai Kristiansen for HJN Mobler
  • Danish Teak Secretaire by Nils Jonsson - Kai Kristiansen for HJN Mobler
  • Danish Teak Secretaire by Nils Jonsson - Kai Kristiansen for HJN Mobler

Danish Teak Secretaire by Nils Jonsson - Kai Kristiansen for HJN Mobler

Mid century Vintage small TV cabinet by František Jirák, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia
By Frantisek Jirak, Tatra Pravenec
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid century Vintage small cabinet or TV table from the 1960´s. It was designed by František Jirák and was manufactured by Tatra nábytok company in the former Czechoslovakia. Walnut v...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Plywood

  • Mid century Vintage small TV cabinet by František Jirák, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia
  • Mid century Vintage small TV cabinet by František Jirák, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia
  • Mid century Vintage small TV cabinet by František Jirák, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia
  • Mid century Vintage small TV cabinet by František Jirák, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia

Mid century Vintage small TV cabinet by František Jirák, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia

Secretere-Cabinet by Tomaso Buzzi 1950s
By Tomaso Buzzi
Located in Lucca, IT
Secretere di Tomaso Buzzi è stato disegnato per la casa della famiglia Spada a Buenos Aires , Tomaso Buzzi è stato un grande architetto del novecento Lombardo ha lavorato con Gio Po...
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Brass

  • Secretere-Cabinet by Tomaso Buzzi 1950s
  • Secretere-Cabinet by Tomaso Buzzi 1950s
  • Secretere-Cabinet by Tomaso Buzzi 1950s
  • Secretere-Cabinet by Tomaso Buzzi 1950s

Secretere-Cabinet by Tomaso Buzzi 1950s

Swedish secretary Erik Chambert circa 1930
Located in PARIS, FR
Elegant Swedish secretary Erik Chambert circa 1930 Veneered with elm, birch rosewood and others Key included
Category

1930s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Rosewood

  • Swedish secretary Erik Chambert circa 1930
  • Swedish secretary Erik Chambert circa 1930
  • Swedish secretary Erik Chambert circa 1930
  • Swedish secretary Erik Chambert circa 1930

Swedish secretary Erik Chambert circa 1930

Mid Century Modern Hvidt & Molgaard Teak Secretary
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Hvidt & Molgaard Teak Secretary Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has some expected small scratches and finish wear due to age. Beautiful co...
Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

  • Mid Century Modern Hvidt & Molgaard Teak Secretary
  • Mid Century Modern Hvidt & Molgaard Teak Secretary
  • Mid Century Modern Hvidt & Molgaard Teak Secretary
  • Mid Century Modern Hvidt & Molgaard Teak Secretary

Mid Century Modern Hvidt & Molgaard Teak Secretary

Mid Century Modern Vintage Freestanding Wall Unit Desk in Walnut, circa 1960s
Located in Troy, MI
Vintage Mid Century Modern Freestanding Wall Unit Desk Great modernist secretary wall unit circa 1960s Freestanding with adjustable upper drop fr...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

  • Mid Century Modern Vintage Freestanding Wall Unit Desk in Walnut, circa 1960s
  • Mid Century Modern Vintage Freestanding Wall Unit Desk in Walnut, circa 1960s
  • Mid Century Modern Vintage Freestanding Wall Unit Desk in Walnut, circa 1960s
  • Mid Century Modern Vintage Freestanding Wall Unit Desk in Walnut, circa 1960s

Mid Century Modern Vintage Freestanding Wall Unit Desk in Walnut, circa 1960s

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century teak closable locking teak writing desk Similar to the Magic Box desk. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect all your...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood, Teak

  • Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark
  • Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark
  • Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark
  • Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark

Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark

Borge Mogensen Chest w/ Drop Down Desk
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Borge Mogensen Chest w/ Drop Down Desk. Key Included.
Category

1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak, Walnut

  • Borge Mogensen Chest w/ Drop Down Desk
  • Borge Mogensen Chest w/ Drop Down Desk
  • Borge Mogensen Chest w/ Drop Down Desk
  • Borge Mogensen Chest w/ Drop Down Desk

Borge Mogensen Chest w/ Drop Down Desk

Dillingham style credenza/hutch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W60 D18.25 H60 Vintage solid walnut and white laminate credenza hutch combo. Item is structurally sound in great AS FOUND condition. Item has a very ni...
Category

1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

  • Dillingham style credenza/hutch
  • Dillingham style credenza/hutch
  • Dillingham style credenza/hutch
  • Dillingham style credenza/hutch

Dillingham style credenza/hutch

Model 68 drop front Secretary by Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960s Danish Rosewood
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Model 68 drop front secretary desk by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik, 1960s. This stunning piece features two spacious lower drawers and unique wooden spurs in the upper sec...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood

  • Model 68 drop front Secretary by Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960s Danish Rosewood
  • Model 68 drop front Secretary by Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960s Danish Rosewood
  • Model 68 drop front Secretary by Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960s Danish Rosewood
  • Model 68 drop front Secretary by Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960s Danish Rosewood

Model 68 drop front Secretary by Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960s Danish Rosewood

Mid Century Danish Teak Secretary Desk with Dropdown Front by BPS
By Bernhard Petersen
Located in Detroit, MI
This mid century Danish modern teak wood secretary desk by Bernhard Petersen & Son for BPS Mobler was made in Denmark circa 1960. The classic Sca...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Brass

  • Mid Century Danish Teak Secretary Desk with Dropdown Front by BPS
  • Mid Century Danish Teak Secretary Desk with Dropdown Front by BPS
  • Mid Century Danish Teak Secretary Desk with Dropdown Front by BPS
  • Mid Century Danish Teak Secretary Desk with Dropdown Front by BPS

Mid Century Danish Teak Secretary Desk with Dropdown Front by BPS

Kai Kristiansen For Hjn Teak Secretary Desk
By HJN Møbler, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
This lovely Danish modern secretary desk in teak was designed by Kai Kristiansen for HJN Møbler. The large desk surface drops down to expose three small drawers and paper dividers. B...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

  • Kai Kristiansen For Hjn Teak Secretary Desk
  • Kai Kristiansen For Hjn Teak Secretary Desk
  • Kai Kristiansen For Hjn Teak Secretary Desk
  • Kai Kristiansen For Hjn Teak Secretary Desk

Kai Kristiansen For Hjn Teak Secretary Desk

Solid Oak Wardrobe and Desk by Guillerme et Chambron, Edition Votre Maison
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Elegant and rare Wardrobe, armoire and secretary by French designers Guillerme and Chambron featuring leather straps holding the desk tray. The iconic wardrobe is in overall good...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Oak

  • Solid Oak Wardrobe and Desk by Guillerme et Chambron, Edition Votre Maison
  • Solid Oak Wardrobe and Desk by Guillerme et Chambron, Edition Votre Maison
  • Solid Oak Wardrobe and Desk by Guillerme et Chambron, Edition Votre Maison
  • Solid Oak Wardrobe and Desk by Guillerme et Chambron, Edition Votre Maison

Solid Oak Wardrobe and Desk by Guillerme et Chambron, Edition Votre Maison

Vintage Teak Bureau / Desk by Remploy, 1970s
By Remploy
Located in Ely, GB
Mid Century, Teak Bureau / Desk Made by Remploy - 1970s. The bureau has 1 drop-down writing desk, 1 single drawer and 2 cupboard doors. The cabinet does show signs of wear to the c...
Category

1970s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

  • Vintage Teak Bureau / Desk by Remploy, 1970s
  • Vintage Teak Bureau / Desk by Remploy, 1970s
  • Vintage Teak Bureau / Desk by Remploy, 1970s
  • Vintage Teak Bureau / Desk by Remploy, 1970s

Vintage Teak Bureau / Desk by Remploy, 1970s

Vintage Danish Teak Secretary Desk by Sigfred Omann for Ølholm, 1960s
By Ølholm Møbelfabrik, Sigfred Omann
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Teak Secretary Desk by Sigfred Omann for Ølholm, 1960s. Classic and elegant Scandinavian modern secretaire designed by Si...
Category

1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

  • Vintage Danish Teak Secretary Desk by Sigfred Omann for Ølholm, 1960s
  • Vintage Danish Teak Secretary Desk by Sigfred Omann for Ølholm, 1960s
  • Vintage Danish Teak Secretary Desk by Sigfred Omann for Ølholm, 1960s
  • Vintage Danish Teak Secretary Desk by Sigfred Omann for Ølholm, 1960s

Vintage Danish Teak Secretary Desk by Sigfred Omann for Ølholm, 1960s

Danish Secretary by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik. 1960's Denmark.
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in תל אביב - יפו, IL
A stunning mcm rosewood Danish Secretary designed by Arne Wahl Iversen, Model 37 for Vinde Mobelfabrik and dating from the 1960s. The rosewood grain patterns are stunning on every s...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Rosewood

  • Danish Secretary by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik. 1960's Denmark.
  • Danish Secretary by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik. 1960's Denmark.
  • Danish Secretary by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik. 1960's Denmark.
  • Danish Secretary by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik. 1960's Denmark.

Danish Secretary by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik. 1960's Denmark.

Midcentury modern secretary in teakwood, 1960s Denmark.
Located in תל אביב - יפו, IL
Lovely Midcentury modern secretary in teakwood, 1960s Denmark. This exquisite piece features a vibrant wood grain, a set of three small dra...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

  • Midcentury modern secretary in teakwood, 1960s Denmark.
  • Midcentury modern secretary in teakwood, 1960s Denmark.
  • Midcentury modern secretary in teakwood, 1960s Denmark.
  • Midcentury modern secretary in teakwood, 1960s Denmark.

Midcentury modern secretary in teakwood, 1960s Denmark.

Midcentury modern danish teakwood secretary/vanity, 1960s Denmark.
Located in תל אביב - יפו, IL
Midcentury modern danish teakwood secretary/vanity, 1960s Denmark. Features a vibrant wood grain, a set of six small drawers, mail slots and slide out...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

  • Midcentury modern danish teakwood secretary/vanity, 1960s Denmark.
  • Midcentury modern danish teakwood secretary/vanity, 1960s Denmark.
  • Midcentury modern danish teakwood secretary/vanity, 1960s Denmark.
  • Midcentury modern danish teakwood secretary/vanity, 1960s Denmark.

Midcentury modern danish teakwood secretary/vanity, 1960s Denmark.

Danish Mid Century Modern teak secretary dresser, made in the 1960s.
Located in תל אביב - יפו, IL
Stunning Danish Mid Century Modern teak secretary dresser, made in the 1960s. Features six smaller drawers on top, three storage drawers on the botto...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Brass

  • Danish Mid Century Modern teak secretary dresser, made in the 1960s.
  • Danish Mid Century Modern teak secretary dresser, made in the 1960s.
  • Danish Mid Century Modern teak secretary dresser, made in the 1960s.
  • Danish Mid Century Modern teak secretary dresser, made in the 1960s.

Danish Mid Century Modern teak secretary dresser, made in the 1960s.

Walnut secretaire, Sproll, Switzerland, 1980's
By Franz Xavel Sproll
Located in La Tour-de-Peilz, CH
A dandy in the livingroom ! Its refinement is matched only by its manufacturing quality. At this point the photos speak for themselves, it would be superfluous to depict it, but for ...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Maple, Walnut

  • Walnut secretaire, Sproll, Switzerland, 1980's
  • Walnut secretaire, Sproll, Switzerland, 1980's
  • Walnut secretaire, Sproll, Switzerland, 1980's
  • Walnut secretaire, Sproll, Switzerland, 1980's

Walnut secretaire, Sproll, Switzerland, 1980's

Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury teak closable locking teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss Mummenthaler and Meier. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect all ...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Brass

  • Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
  • Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
  • Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
  • Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier

Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier

Erling Torvits Brazilian Rosewood Secretary Desk
By Klim Møbelfabrik, Erling Torvits
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Erling Torvits Manufacturer: Klim Møbelfabrik Era: 1960s Materials: Rosewood Measurements: 41″ wide x 18.75″ deep x 47.75″ tall Condition: In excellent ori...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Rosewood

  • Erling Torvits Brazilian Rosewood Secretary Desk
  • Erling Torvits Brazilian Rosewood Secretary Desk
  • Erling Torvits Brazilian Rosewood Secretary Desk
  • Erling Torvits Brazilian Rosewood Secretary Desk

Erling Torvits Brazilian Rosewood Secretary Desk

1950s Guillerme et Chambron Design Oak Wooden Chest of Drawers And Secretary
Located in Tourcoing, FR
1950s - 1960s French Guillerme et Chambron design oak chest of drawers and secretary "dos d'âne" model composed of a oak wood structure with 3 large drawers back and an hidden secret...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Oak

  • 1950s Guillerme et Chambron Design Oak Wooden Chest of Drawers And Secretary
  • 1950s Guillerme et Chambron Design Oak Wooden Chest of Drawers And Secretary
  • 1950s Guillerme et Chambron Design Oak Wooden Chest of Drawers And Secretary
  • 1950s Guillerme et Chambron Design Oak Wooden Chest of Drawers And Secretary

1950s Guillerme et Chambron Design Oak Wooden Chest of Drawers And Secretary

Midcentury Swedish Modern Two-Toned Inlaid Rolltop Secretary Desk
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Swedish modern two-toned cylinder secretary desk cabinet circa 1960 has a classic Scandinavian modern design with clean minimalist lines and features a stunn...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Brass

  • Midcentury Swedish Modern Two-Toned Inlaid Rolltop Secretary Desk
  • Midcentury Swedish Modern Two-Toned Inlaid Rolltop Secretary Desk
  • Midcentury Swedish Modern Two-Toned Inlaid Rolltop Secretary Desk
  • Midcentury Swedish Modern Two-Toned Inlaid Rolltop Secretary Desk

Midcentury Swedish Modern Two-Toned Inlaid Rolltop Secretary Desk

Bamboo Style Secretary Desk
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Midcentury cabinet with secretary desk in a bamboo style. Made by American of Martinsville, featuring glass front doors and a hidden desk area.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood

  • Bamboo Style Secretary Desk
  • Bamboo Style Secretary Desk
  • Bamboo Style Secretary Desk
  • Bamboo Style Secretary Desk

Bamboo Style Secretary Desk

Burled Maple Cabinet Secretary with Drawers / Flat File, USA, 1960's
By Edward Wormley
Located in Austin, TX
Edward Wormley style Mid-Century Modern case piece with drawers at base and drop-down secretary at top. Two toned finish that appears to be rosewood and burled maple. Interior of des...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood

  • Burled Maple Cabinet Secretary with Drawers / Flat File, USA, 1960's
  • Burled Maple Cabinet Secretary with Drawers / Flat File, USA, 1960's
  • Burled Maple Cabinet Secretary with Drawers / Flat File, USA, 1960's
  • Burled Maple Cabinet Secretary with Drawers / Flat File, USA, 1960's

Burled Maple Cabinet Secretary with Drawers / Flat File, USA, 1960's

Mid-Century Modern Desk from the 1960s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a Mid-Century Modern secretary desk in teak veneer from the 1960s. In the lower part, two doors open onto a shelf and a panel drops to reveal a desk space. The upper part ope...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Glass, Teak

  • Mid-Century Modern Desk from the 1960s
  • Mid-Century Modern Desk from the 1960s
  • Mid-Century Modern Desk from the 1960s
  • Mid-Century Modern Desk from the 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Desk from the 1960s

Wall Decoration Old House with Staircase, 1974
By Richard A. Hirsch
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice and unseal handmade wall decoration. Brass and Metal. Old house with staircases comes with a Bronze little boy figurine. Lots off patine. Signed Hirsch 1974.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Metal

  • Wall Decoration Old House with Staircase, 1974
  • Wall Decoration Old House with Staircase, 1974
  • Wall Decoration Old House with Staircase, 1974
  • Wall Decoration Old House with Staircase, 1974

Wall Decoration Old House with Staircase, 1974

Mid-Century Modern Secretary Desk in the John Stuart's Janus Collection Style
By Janus Collection, John Stuart
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern secretary/ wall unit cabinet in the John Stuart's Janus Collection Style. Circa 1960s Features a pull-out writing shelve surface hidden by a false front d...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Brass

  • Mid-Century Modern Secretary Desk in the John Stuart's Janus Collection Style
  • Mid-Century Modern Secretary Desk in the John Stuart's Janus Collection Style
  • Mid-Century Modern Secretary Desk in the John Stuart's Janus Collection Style
  • Mid-Century Modern Secretary Desk in the John Stuart's Janus Collection Style

Mid-Century Modern Secretary Desk in the John Stuart's Janus Collection Style

Pair of Black Lacquered Midcentury Secretaires by Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in London, GB
A pair of Italian midcentury Neo-Classical black lacquered secretaires by Paolo Buffa. Each with three drawers and a fall front desk compartment, with writing desk and fitted interio...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Beech

  • Pair of Black Lacquered Midcentury Secretaires by Paolo Buffa
  • Pair of Black Lacquered Midcentury Secretaires by Paolo Buffa
  • Pair of Black Lacquered Midcentury Secretaires by Paolo Buffa
  • Pair of Black Lacquered Midcentury Secretaires by Paolo Buffa

Pair of Black Lacquered Midcentury Secretaires by Paolo Buffa

Danish Midcentury Secretary Dresser
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Danish midcentury teak secretary desk. Danish modern teak secretary desk features a lockable, pull-down work surface opening to 6 drawers and sliding storage. One key is ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Teak

  • Danish Midcentury Secretary Dresser
  • Danish Midcentury Secretary Dresser
  • Danish Midcentury Secretary Dresser
  • Danish Midcentury Secretary Dresser

Danish Midcentury Secretary Dresser

Jack Cartwright for Founders Secretary with Drawers
By Founders Furniture Company, Jack Cartwright
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury walnut tall dresser with a pullout secretary and three lower drawers designed by Jack Cartwright for Founders Furniture Co. This hig...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

  • Jack Cartwright for Founders Secretary with Drawers
  • Jack Cartwright for Founders Secretary with Drawers
  • Jack Cartwright for Founders Secretary with Drawers
  • Jack Cartwright for Founders Secretary with Drawers

Jack Cartwright for Founders Secretary with Drawers

Pilastro Wall Mounted Secretaire With Built-in Light
By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga
Located in Dronten, NL
Minimalist wall system designed by Reijenga for Pilastro, The Netherlands. Two shelves and a drop down desktop in beige. The desk has a hidden light behind front panel. Mid Centur...
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1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Steel

  • Pilastro Wall Mounted Secretaire With Built-in Light
  • Pilastro Wall Mounted Secretaire With Built-in Light
  • Pilastro Wall Mounted Secretaire With Built-in Light
  • Pilastro Wall Mounted Secretaire With Built-in Light

Pilastro Wall Mounted Secretaire With Built-in Light

Walnut and Brass Cabinet by Pierre Balmain, France, 1980s
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Balmain; Fashion designer; French Design; 1980s; France; Cabinet; Sideboard; Secretaire; Mid-Century Modern; Paris; Walnut; Brass; Pierre Balmain walnut cabinet, an original design crafted by French designer Pierre Balmain himself in the 1980s. Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship that this stunning piece embodies. Meticulously constructed with a lustrous walnut veneer, this cabinet showcases the allure of natural wood grains, lending a touch of warmth and sophistication to any space. The use of premium materials ensures its durability and longevity, making it a valuable addition to your home. What sets this cabinet apart is its original mark and signature, an authentic testament to its prestigious lineage. Every detail has been carefully considered, including the brass lining that seamlessly incorporates the side panels with the top, exuding a harmonious blend of materials and textures. You'll find more remarkable designs from the Pierre Balmain collection...
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1980s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Brass

  • Walnut and Brass Cabinet by Pierre Balmain, France, 1980s
  • Walnut and Brass Cabinet by Pierre Balmain, France, 1980s
  • Walnut and Brass Cabinet by Pierre Balmain, France, 1980s
  • Walnut and Brass Cabinet by Pierre Balmain, France, 1980s

Walnut and Brass Cabinet by Pierre Balmain, France, 1980s

1960s Secretary / Highboard / Sideboard by Wk Möbel
By WK Möbel
Located in Hemiksem, VAN
Rare mid-century secretaire/secretary or highboard from the German WK Möbel. This wooden cabinet consists of two separate parts that are placed on top of each...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood

  • 1960s Secretary / Highboard / Sideboard by Wk Möbel
  • 1960s Secretary / Highboard / Sideboard by Wk Möbel
  • 1960s Secretary / Highboard / Sideboard by Wk Möbel
  • 1960s Secretary / Highboard / Sideboard by Wk Möbel

1960s Secretary / Highboard / Sideboard by Wk Möbel

Mid-Century Modern Teak Rolltop Desk Bureau
Located in Harlingen, TX
A vintage Swedish mid-century modern teak roll-top desk/bureau. Featuring a roll-up top, extendable desk surface, five storage cubbies, three upper drawers and four lower drawers wit...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Brass

  • Mid-Century Modern Teak Rolltop Desk Bureau
  • Mid-Century Modern Teak Rolltop Desk Bureau
  • Mid-Century Modern Teak Rolltop Desk Bureau
  • Mid-Century Modern Teak Rolltop Desk Bureau

Mid-Century Modern Teak Rolltop Desk Bureau

Mid-century Modern secretaires for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern secretaires for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage secretaires created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern secretaires made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original secretaires, popular names associated with this style include Guillerme et Chambron, UMS Pastoe, Cees Braakman, and Kai Kristiansen. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for secretaires differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $719 and tops out at $59,705 while the average work can sell for $3,506.

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