Antique French Secretaries
Vintage 1910s French Louis XV Desks
Oak
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Secretaires
Marble, Brass
Antique 19th Century French Secretaires
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Empire Secretaires
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Secretaires
Walnut
Antique 1820s French Empire Secretaires
Walnut
Antique 1820s French Empire Secretaires
Belgian Black Marble
Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Secretaires
Marble, Brass
Antique 1820s French Charles X Secretaires
Walnut
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Secretaires
Brass
Early 20th Century French Régence Secretaires
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Secretaires
Antique 19th Century European French Provincial Secretaires
Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Secretaires
Rosewood
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Desks
Marble
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Revival Desks and Writing Tables
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables
Leather, Oak
Antique 19th Century French Empire Secretaires
Marble, Brass
Antique 19th Century French Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Secretaires
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Vitrines
Pine
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Secretaires
Brass, Bronze
Vintage 1910s French Louis XV Secretaires
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Secretaires
Marble, Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks
Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Secretaires
Marble, Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century French Directoire Desks and Writing Tables
Fruitwood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Country Secretaires
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Secretaires
Burl, Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Secretaires
Pine, Cherry
Antique 18th Century Secretaires
Wood
20th Century French Secretaires
Mirror
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Early 20th Century French Secretaires
Marble
Antique Early 19th Century French Desks
Mahogany, Wood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Secretaires
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Secretaires
Vintage 1910s French Louis XVI Desks
Carrara Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Secretaires
Glass, Wood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Desks
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Secretaires
Quartz, Marble, Brass
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Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces 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 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. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.
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