Small Antique Secretary Desk
19th Century Small Antique Secretary Desk
Oak
Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Small Antique Secretary Desk
Walnut
1780s English Georgian Small Antique Secretary Desk
Brass
Mid-18th Century English Georgian Small Antique Secretary Desk
Leather, Walnut
Early 20th Century Edwardian Small Antique Secretary Desk
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Small Antique Secretary Desk
Wood
1860s French Louis Philippe Small Antique Secretary Desk
Wood, Walnut
18th Century French Louis XV Small Antique Secretary Desk
Bronze
Late 18th Century Dutch Biedermeier Small Antique Secretary Desk
Wood
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Small Antique Secretary Desk
Brass
Early 1900s Small Antique Secretary Desk
Mahogany
Late 18th Century French Small Antique Secretary Desk
Wood
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Small Antique Secretary Desk
Rosewood
18th Century Dutch Small Antique Secretary Desk
Wood, Walnut
1860s French Louis XVI Small Antique Secretary Desk
Brass, Bronze
19th Century French Louis Philippe Small Antique Secretary Desk
Ormolu
1920s French Art Deco Small Antique Secretary Desk
Wood
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Small Antique Secretary Desk
Wood
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Small Antique Secretary Desk
Brass
19th Century German Biedermeier Small Antique Secretary Desk
Spruce, Cherry
19th Century French Other Small Antique Secretary Desk
Walnut
Mid-19th Century French Small Antique Secretary Desk
Mahogany, Oak
Early 20th Century American Chippendale Small Antique Secretary Desk
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Small Antique Secretary Desk
Rosewood
Early 19th Century European Louis XVI Small Antique Secretary Desk
Leather, Mahogany, Satinwood
1870s Indian Black Forest Small Antique Secretary Desk
Sandalwood, Leather, Antler, Bone
Mid-19th Century American Empire Small Antique Secretary Desk
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Small Antique Secretary Desk
Oak
19th Century Louis XV Small Antique Secretary Desk
Walnut
1790s Dutch Baroque Small Antique Secretary Desk
Mahogany
1750s Swiss Baroque Small Antique Secretary Desk
Walnut
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Small Antique Secretary Desk
Maple, Oak
1760s French Louis XV Small Antique Secretary Desk
Mahogany
1820s German Biedermeier Small Antique Secretary Desk
Elm, Walnut
Mid-18th Century Dutch Rococo Small Antique Secretary Desk
Kingwood, Tulipwood, Satinwood, Mahogany
1850s French Louis Philippe Small Antique Secretary Desk
Mahogany
1810s German Biedermeier Small Antique Secretary Desk
Walnut
18th Century Italian Rococo Small Antique Secretary Desk
Metal, Brass
1790s Swedish Gustavian Small Antique Secretary Desk
Steel
1840s European Small Antique Secretary Desk
Elm
19th Century Danish Biedermeier Small Antique Secretary Desk
Mahogany
1750s French Louis XV Small Antique Secretary Desk
Maple, Walnut, Birdseye Maple
Early 20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Small Antique Secretary Desk
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century European Biedermeier Small Antique Secretary Desk
Oak
19th Century English Biedermeier Small Antique Secretary Desk
Marble
Early 20th Century Italian Small Antique Secretary Desk
Brass
19th Century French Directoire Small Antique Secretary Desk
Bronze
1830s English Regency Small Antique Secretary Desk
Rosewood
1760s French Louis XV Small Antique Secretary Desk
Kingwood, Mahogany
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Small Antique Secretary Desk
Brass
Mid-19th Century Danish Small Antique Secretary Desk
Wood, Mahogany
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Small Antique Secretary Desk
Wood
Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Small Antique Secretary Desk
Pine
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Small Antique Secretary Desk
Mirror, Wood, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Small Antique Secretary Desk
Brass
Mid-19th Century European Biedermeier Small Antique Secretary Desk
Mahogany, Baize
Late 19th Century French Small Antique Secretary Desk
Wood
1850s Scandinavian Biedermeier Small Antique Secretary Desk
Mahogany
18th Century German Baroque Small Antique Secretary Desk
Nutwood, Walnut, Pine
Early 20th Century Unknown French Provincial Small Antique Secretary Desk
Wood, Paint
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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 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.
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