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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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
Mid-Century Modern Secretary Desk in the John Stuart's Janus Collection Style
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
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mengel Drop Front Secretary Desk by Raymond Loewy
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Mid-Century Modern Mengel drop front secretary desk by Raymond Loewy. Comprised of an oak case, cerused oak drawer fronts, and blac...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Metal
Jack Cartwright for Founders Secretary with Drawers
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...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Walnut
Kai Kristiansen for Torring / HJN Mobler Model 63 Danish Modern Teak Secretary
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Beautiful sculptural Danish modern secretary.
Design by Kai Kristiansen for Torring / HJN Mobler.
Model 63 in teakwood.
A beautiful minimalistic sculptural secretary in excellent design and craftmanship. It was build without using keys.
The desk surface drops down to expose three small drawers and paper dividers.
Pullout desk...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
Wall Decoration Old House with Staircase, 1974
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.
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Bentwood Desk by Paul Goldman for Plymold 1946
By Paul Goldman
Located in Oakland, CA
Streamlined midcentury desk of Bentwood construction by designer Paul Goldman for Plymold. This unique and beautiful treatment of wood furniture was developed by Goldman, a master bo...
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1940s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Bentwood
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
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 compartme...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Beech
Walnut and Brass Cabinet by Pierre Balmain, France, 1980s
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
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...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Glass, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Walnut American Studio Craft 3 Drawer 3' Wide Writing Desk
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Unique American Studio Craft black walnut writing desk with tapered legs with two small drawers, a pull out surface, and a wide full-size dra...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Walnut
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...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Wood
Guillerme & Chambron Midcentury French Large Oak Desk
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury French (1950s) large asymmetrical oak desk with 2 columns of drawers featuring an extending tray, resting on 4 tapered legs. 3 textured, painted pulls are attached to the ...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Wood
Cees Braakman for Pastoe "P5" Jacaranda Wood Secretaire
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cees Braakman for Pastoe Jacaranda wood secretaire with drop down desk or dry bar and light with original wiring. Lightly refinished exterior ...
Category
1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Metal
Edmondo Palutari Teak Highboard, Made by Dassi Mobili Iterni, 1960s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This sideboard is made of teak and finished with brass details. It can also be used as a secretary through the door on the right side of the closet. The versatile sideboard offers pl...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Secretary in Teak wood of Danish Design from the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This secretary, designed and produced in Denmark around the 1960s, is a beautiful example of Danish furniture art from this era. Made of teak wood, the secretary exudes a warm and na...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
Wooden Mid-Century Modern Drop off Wall Secretaire Attributed to Marcel Gascoin
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Wooden wall secretaire with drop-off top desk, made in the 1950s.
The design and workmanship of this secretaire is very reminiscent of the works of Marcel Gascoin made between 1949 ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Chest of Drawers/Secretary by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the Mid Century Modern Chest of Drawers/Secretary by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, a stunning piece of furniture that's sure to elevate any space,this dresser boasts a sleek and sophisticated design that perfectly captures the essence of mid-century modern style.
Featuring five spacious drawers, this chest of drawers is perfect for storing all your essentials. Whether you are looking to organize your clothing, accessories, or other personal items, this dresser has ample space to accommodate it all.
But what really sets this piece apart is its unique secretary...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Secretary Cabinet in Walnut by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Located in Detroit, MI
This exceptional vintage midcentury secretary desk with bookcase was designed by British-born T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Expertly craf...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Italian Designer, Desk, Teak, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and brass desk or secretaire designed and produced by an Italian Designer, Italy, 1940s.
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass
1970s Walnut Executive Campaign Waterfall Desk And Cabinet, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, Mid Century desk and cabinet set you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, t...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk, Style of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern walnut desk featuring a slightly L-shaped top resting on a set of two open compartments with plexiglass supports on the left and 5 louver front drawers on ...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Plexiglass, Wood, Walnut
Danish Mid Century Modern Drop Down Secretary Desk Cabinet by Domino Mobel
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Drop Down Secretary Desk Cabinet by Domino Mobler. Circa 1970s.
Features a beautiful teak wood grain, a work surf...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
Rosewood Mid-Century Modern Rosewood High Cabinet
Located in Porto, PT
Rosewood Mid-Century Modern Italian rosewood high cabinet.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Rosewood
1950s Welters of Wycombe Secrétaire Bureau Desk With Leather Flip-down Worktop
Located in Torquay, GB
Retro 1950s Welters of Wycombe Secrétaire Bureau Desk with leather lined flipdown platform
Lockable 1960s home office desk with several useful storage comp...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & 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
Vintage Desk Cabinet in Teak, 1960s
By WK Möbel
Located in HEILOO, NL
Teak wooden cabinet with fold-out desk, produced in Germany in the 1960s.
The cabinet has 2 doors with lock and stands on adjustable metal legs.
The top of the cabinet folds fo...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Metal
Model 63 Drop Front Teak Secretary Desk by Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Kai Kristiansen
Manufacturer: HNJ Møbel / Tørring Møbelfabrik
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 35" wide x 17" deep x 42.5" tall
Condition: I...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Secretary Desk, Denmark 1960s
Located in Herentals, BE
Danish secretary-desk in blond oak 1960s
At the bottom there is a cupboard element with 2 doors and 1 shelf inside.
1 drop leaf shelf in the middle of the secretary and a open spac...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Oak
Chinoiserie Cabinet by Giambattista Gianotti, Unique piece
Located in Milano, IT
Rare chinoiserie cabinet with polychrome decorations made in Giambattista Gianotti's Officine Riunite d'Arte Decorativa (Room 116) for the II Biennial - Lombard Section - Room with Furniture and Stained Glass Windows of the Officine Riunite d'Arte Decorativa. Unique Exemplar.
The extraordinary piece of furniture is dated 1925. The piece of furniture is an extraordinary example of great cabinet making and woodworking. In fact, these special features are denoted by the manic inlays inserted in the cabinet. The inlays are perfect even in its smallest elements. Its depictions are mainly ornaments and floral elements. These inlays are found on the crown of the cabinet, on the sides, and on the legs. The cabinet opens via two lockable doors. Inside we find great magic! We are greeted by numerous walnut wood drawers of various sizes that can be opened with wooden knobs. Each wooden door is finely carved with ornaments and natural elements such as flowers and birds. The two main doors inside are also finely carved. Let's call it a chinoiserie piece of furniture because of this element that contradicts it: the numerous cabinets inserted inside, where opening this piece of furniture looks like opening a secret chest...
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1920s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Studio Craft Small Dresser Top Jewelry Box 6-Drawer Walnut Brass
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century studio craft small chest of drawers in solid walnut construction with wide detailed joinery. Very high quality construction with brass pulls. Custom made for top of dress...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Small Desk, Kids Desk or Writing Table by Torck, 1950s
By Torck
Located in Schagen, NL
The cutest piece in stock! This small oak veneered writing table, (kids)desk or Secretaire was manufactured by Torck Belgium in ca. the 1950s. Very charming piece with beautiful orig...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Oak
Vintage Walnut Bookshelf and Secretaire by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s - 1960s.
This bookshelf and secretaire features a walnut frame with nickel-plated brass handles and black varnished metal feet, which are not original. As a matt...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Metal, Brass, Nickel
Raymond Loewy for Mengel Fall-Front Walnut and Iron Secretary Cabinets
Located in New York, NY
2 American mid-century fall front secretary cabinets with light walnut cases and a front doors that open to create a desk surface and reveal a light...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Metal, Iron
Set of Two Cees Braakman Cu07 Cabinets
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Set of two cabinets designed by the Dutch designer Cees Braakman in 1958 for Pastoe. This pair of the Japanese series is made of teak wood , a blac...
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Metal
Børge Mogensen Danish Teak Serving Cabinet / China Hutch
Located in New York, NY
Danish mid-century teak serving cabinet / china hutch with a rectangular lower cabinet with two sliding doors supporting, a two shelf upper china cabinet...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Wood, Teak, Glass
Mid-century George Nelson Secretary Dresser and desk for Herman Miller, 1960's
Located in Chicago, IL
George Nelson Secretary for Herman Miller, 1960's
Walnut
Herman Miller tag on inside of drawer.
5 drawers and a pull-down desktop.
Measures: ...
Category
1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Walnut, Plywood
Danish Modern Secretary Desk in Teak + Oak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 33.5? wide x 17.25? deep x 43.25? tall
Condition:
In excellent original cond...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
Edward J Wormley for Dunbar / Janus Japanese Wood Block, Walnut, and Rosewood
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century two-section china cabinet / hutch with an upper walnut case with four rosewood cabinet fronts featuring inset Japanese wood blocks depicting pastoral scenes with adjacent...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Rosewood, Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Sekretär Aus Nussholz Mit Beleuchtetem Barfach, 1960er
Located in Mainz, DE
60er Jahre Design Sekretär Kommode mit Bar Nussholz Schrank
Absolutes Vintage Einzellstück!
Super Zustand.
Edles Design.
Die Bar ist beleuchtet – Licht geht beim öffnen an! ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Metal
Kai Kristiansen Teak Secretary Desk
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Kai Kristiansen
Manufacturer: Torring Møbelfabrik
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 35.5? wide x 17.25? deep x 44? tall
Condition: In excelle...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
Teak Mid-Century Modern Wall Storage Bookcase Cabinet with Drop Front Desk
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern large wall storage cabinet and bookcase with a drop front desk in teak. It is in wonderful vintage condition but not without some s...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Laminate, Teak
Shelving system, Model 9, Omann Junior, Rosewood, Omann Juniors Møbelfabrik, 196
Located in Lejre, DK
Shelving system with secretary, Model 9, designed by Omann Junior in rosewood of Danish design, manufactured at Omann Junior's Møbelfabrik from the 1960s....
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Mid-Century Teak Chest Drawers, Secretaire ore Writing Cabinet, 1950s
Located in München, Bavaria
Measures: Height: 100 cm
Width: 90 cm
Depth: 45 cm
Swedish Mid Century Teak Rolltop Bureau in the style of Egon Ostergaard manufactured by SMi ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Wooden Secretary by Arne Vodder, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brussels, BE
Scandinavian wooden secretary by Arne Vodder, 1960s.
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Wood
V-Legged Danish Modern Vanity / Secretary in Teak + Oak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak, Oak
Measurements: 34.5" wide x 16.5" deep x 51" tall
Condition: In excellent original cond...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak, Oak
Shelving System, Model 9, Omann Junior, Rosewood, Omann Juniors Møbelfabrik, 196
Located in Lejre, DK
Shelving system with secretary, Model 9, designed by Omann Junior in rosewood of Danish design, manufactured at Omann Junior's Møbelfabrik from the 1960s....
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Rosewood
Le Corbusier, P. Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC20 Casier Standard for Cassina
By Cassina, Franco Albini
Located in Berlin, DE
The price given applies to the piece as shown in the first picture. Prices vary dependent on the color, size and material of the piece.
Casier designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand in 1925. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. The Casiers standard...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Glazed Cabinet, UP Závody, Czechoslovakia, 1960´S
By Up Závody
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Multi-purpose glazed cabinet, made for ÚP Závody in the 1960s. Made in a combination of ash, elm, maple, walnut, birch and poplar wood. Glazed upper part. It...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Wood, Ash, Birch, Elm, Maple, Poplar, Walnut
Unique Mid-Century Modern Maple 9 Drawer Desk by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Unique Mid-Century Modern maple 9 drawer desk by Drexel in a blonde maple finish. All solid maple drawers with organizer trays and lowered drawers have deep paper file slots. Very unique great design and compact size. Front side has 2 open book shelves...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Maple
Arne Hovmand Olsen Vanity / Secretary in Teak with Etched Glass Doors
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Arne Hovmand Olsen
Manufacturer: Linnebjerg
Era: 1950s
Materials: Teak, Glass
Measurements: 39.5" wide x 21.5" deep x 33" tall
Condition: In excelle...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Glass, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Secretary Desk, Italy, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern wooden secretary desk, Italy, 1970s.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Wood
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
Secretary by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, 1960s
Located in Lasne, BE
Wooden secretary. The roll top opens by pulling on the leather inlaid writing surface, underneath it are small drawers. This secretary has 10 drawers in the front, several drawers behind the roll top and in the back there are two glass shelves. The legs are made of solid wood and are connected by aluminum strips. On the top there is a glass shelf on which you can put objects while using the rolling...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Aluminum
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 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Wood
Secretaire in Palisander Wood by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik
Located in Milano, MI
This secretaire in palisander wood by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik is a great piece to be placed in a chic and refin...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Palisander
Peter & Molgaard Hvidt Rosewood Secretary
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handsome, masculine 6-drawer dresser with recessed pulls, topped with drop-front desk fitted with drawer and storage cubicles. On enameled metal legs with rosewood block feet. Retain...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Steel
Falsigs Secretary Desk in Rosewood
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Brdr. Falsigs Møbelfabrik, Holstebro
Era: 1960s
Materials: Rosewood
Measurements: 34.75? wide x 19.75? deep x 46? tall
Conditi...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Rosewood
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 Kai Kristiansen, Cees Braakman, UMS Pastoe, and Arne Wahl Iversen. 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 $512 and tops out at $77,668 while the average work can sell for $3,450.
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