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 celebrated 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.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. 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
Swedish Two-Piece Teak Cabinet or Secretary Desk by Børge Mogensen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Swedish two-piece teak cabinet, designed by Børge Mogensen and manufactured by Karl Andersson in the 1960s, is a stunning piece of furniture. The top compartment features a drop-down door that cleverly converts into a secretary desk, along with two adjustable shelves and three drawers. Meanwhile, the lower compartment boasts two sliding doors with beautifully handcrafted handles, concealing two more adjustable shelves. This professionally refinished cabinet...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Paolo Buffa Italian Mid-Century Brass Inlaid Secretary
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
Mid-Century Danish Secretary
Located in Austin, TX
Secretary from mid-century Denmark made of solid wood construction, primarily rosewood. This piece has four wooden legs with an x stretcher. There are three dovetailed drawers with e...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Rosewood
Rare Golden Lacquer and Brass Maison Jansen Secretary Cabinet 1970s
Located in Paris, IDF
An exciting example of French design firm Maison Jansen’s commissioned pieces. This secretary cabinet is made from solid mahogany, lacquered in a rich dark brown and bronze–golden fi...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass
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
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Wood
Paolo Buffa
Giovanni Gariboldi Inlaid Brass Secretary Cabinet c 1950, Restored
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience the elegance of mid-20th century Italian craftsmanship with this beautifully restored secretary cabinet, crafted circa 1950. Designed by the renowned Italian artist Paolo Buffa (1903-1970), and featuring intricate brass intarsia by Giovanni Gariboldi (1908-1971), this piece is a testament to both artistry and functionality.
The upper section is framed by glazed doors adorned with brass star inlays. Unlocking these doors reveals a burgundy velvet-lined interior with two fixed glass shelves. Above, a majestic brass-inlaid swan neck split-pediment design crowns the case.
Opening the secretary desk door unveils a gorgeous fruitwood fitted interior accented with inlaid trim. A central brass crest with a working lock and decorated brass key adds a touch of security and sophistication. Flanked by three drawers on either side, each adorned with decorated brass knobs in similar style of Tommi Parzinger, the desk provides ample storage with its five central file dividers.
The lower cabinet features a pair of finely reeded doors that open to reveal additional finished storage space. Supported by brass sabots, every detail of this secretary showcases exceptional craftsmanship and enduring beauty, making it a prized addition to any collection of fine furniture.
The two parts can separate for easier transportation and shipping. There are brackets on the reverse that help to hold the top in place while in use.
This Italian secretary cabinet...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass
$13,200 Sale Price
26% Off
Stunning Victorian Antique Golden Oak Slant Front Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elevate your interior with the timeless elegance of this Victorian antique slant front desk, crafted in richly grained golden oak and featurin...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Oak
Oak Bureau with Ceramic Handles by Guillerme
Chambron, France, 1960s
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Guillerme et Chambron, 1960 secertary cabinet with ceramic handles by Boleslaw Danikowski. Votre Maison Edition.
We can organize fast shipping fo...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Ceramic, Oak
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.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Metal
Rosewood Secretaire by Erling Torvits for Klim Mobelfabrik, 1960s
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Danish Design
Danish rosewood secretary designed by Erling Torvits for Klim Møbelfabrik. This secretary has a hinged leaf that drops down and becomes a sturdy desktop. Behind this le...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Rosewood
1980s Bureau by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic bureau from the 1980s. High-quality corpus in solid teak with four drawers, a pull-out work surface, five internal drawers, a tambour door, a shelf and many compartments.
Q...
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1980s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
$2,824
Ultra Rare Wall Secretary
Located in Munich, DE
Designed by Bruno Mathsson in 1938 and made by Karl Mathsson. There is a common version in birch. This one is in masur birch!
Located in hamburg.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
$15,425
"804" Rolltop Desk by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, 1960s
Located in bruxelles, BE
Model 804 desk by Gianfranco Fattini. The roll top opens by pulling on the leather-encrusted writing surface. There are two glass shelves at the back. On top, there's a glass shelf...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Aluminum
Gerrit Rietveld Unique Secretarie Desk
Located in Ghent, BE
Gerrit Rietveld (1888–1964)
Vitrine Secretary Cabinet – Unique Piece
Lacquered metal, glass, and lacquered wood
Executed by Gerard A. van de Groenekan
Design circa 1940
This excepti...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Metal
Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Sekretär Midcentury Søborg teak
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen wunderschönen und sehr seltenen Midcentury Sekretär von Søborg Møbelfabrik aus den 1960er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-N...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
Raymond Loewy for Mengel Fall-Front Walnut and Iron Secretary Cabinets
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of 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...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Metal, Iron
Italian Mahogany Secretaire Cabinet, 1950s
Located in Meda, MB
Precious cabinet secretaire produced in Italy in the 1950s,
The whole cabinet is veneered in mahogany with a fine solid wood carving in the center of the two doors representing two b...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Mahogany, Maple
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 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
MCM Jack Van Der Molen Secretary Desk and Dresser for Vanleigh
Located in Medina, OH
MCM Jack Van Der Molen Secretary Desk and Dresser for Vanleigh. The first drawer pulls out as a writing desk, the second drawer is also narrow but is a regular drawer. There are also...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Oak
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Edward J Wormley for Dunbar / Janus Japanese Wood Block, Walnut, and Rosewood
Located in Queens, 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...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Wood, Walnut, Rosewood
Midcentury Danish Rosewood Secrétaire, 1960s
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Easy does it: a writing desk when you want it to be one! This writing desk has it all is made in rosewood veneer and has a pull out desk. Could beauty up your living room and transform into a working...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Rosewood
Italian Mid-Century Sideboard with Secretaire attributed to Paolo Buffa, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This so amazing cabinet with Secretaire of the 1950s is attributable to the design of Paolo Buffa.
The external structure is refinished with glass dividers and parchment feet.
Its ae...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Birch, Glass, Wood
Secretary With Four Drawers In Mahogany With Intarsia
Flame Structure
Located in Lejre, DK
Antique chiffonier from the 1840s. Mahogany with inlay, flame structure and 4 drawers. H: 150 cm, W: 101 cm, D: 52 cm. Classic joinery.
— Origin: Europe (presumably Denmark)
— Perio...
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1840s Danish Antique Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Mahogany
Mid Century Walnut Burl Carved Secretary Writing Desk Bookcase Bureau Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid Century Secretaire with bookcase, Circa 1940s. Features a rectangular frame made from walnut with burlwood front that opens via a drop front for use as a desk. Secretary desk i...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Glass, Walnut, Burl
$1,400 Sale Price
30% Off
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Secretary Desk, Italy, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern wooden secretary desk, Italy, 1970s.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Wood
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...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini Secrétaire and Wall Shelves
Located in Kent, Dover
An Italian secrétaire with three wall shelves by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini. In rosewood veneer, with brass handles and key and brushed gold legs.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Beech
Danish vintage teak secretary, vanity /Make up table By Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Midcentury Danish vintage teak secretary, vanity /Make up table By Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960s
Usable as: desk / office / secretary / closet / dresser / Make up Table
Dimensions:
45 ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
Pair of Black Lacquered Midcentury Secretaires In The Manner Of Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Kent, Dover
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
Mid-Century Modern Secretary Cabinet, Walnut, Flap Door, Secret Drawer - France
Located in Girona, Girona
Walnut secretaire cabinet with a flap door and a secret drawer, French polish.
France, circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Walnut
Rare Highboy Secretary by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elevate your home office or study with this monumental secretary cabinet conceived by iconic British-American architect T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings (b. 1903-1976) for his legendary mid-ce...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Metal, Brass
Scandinavian 60
s Style Solid Wood Sideboard Danish Bar Commode
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Scandinavian desk or chest of drawers from the 60's, structure in veneered and solid rosewood. This small desk is composed of a folding top with a leather under hand and various clev...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass
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
Mid-Century Modern Secretary Desk Bookcase Cabinet By Heywood-Wakefield
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This American-Made Mid-Century Modern bookcase with secretary desk is by furniture maker Heywood-Wakefield. The model is M328 and was part of their Modern line that appeared during t...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Maple
Atomic Teak Bureau/Desk
Located in Puslinch, ON
Condition: Pre-Restored
Dimensions: 37.5” L x 18.5” D x 53.75” H (29.5” Desk Height)
Description: A vintage teak desk/bureau with drawers. Freshl...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
$2,495
T.H. RobsjohnGibbings Highboy Secretary with Glass Cabinet for Widdicomb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Highboy secretary cabinet by T.H Robsjohn Gibbings, manufactured by Widdicomb c.1950s USA. This beautiful oak cabinet features three drawers with the top drawer front pulling out to ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Oak, Glass
Atomic Teak Bureau
Located in Puslinch, ON
Condition: Pre-Restored
Dimensions: 37.5” L x 18.5” D x 53.75” H (29.5” Desk Height)
Description: A vintage teak desk/bureau with drawers. Freshl...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
$2,495
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 Secretary, Memphis Style
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Secretary, Memphis Style
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Wood
Meuble secrétaire vintage en rotin et bois clair des années 60
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Meuble secrétaire vintage des années 60, en rotin et bois de hêtre clair. Beaucoup de rangements : 1 niche ouverte, 1 partie secrétaire/bureau, 2 portes en partie basse avec une étag...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Scricciolo Jewelry Case by Hans Von Klier for Planula Agliana, Italy, 70s
Located in Padova, IT
Designed by Hans von Klier for Planula Agliana Manufacturing. Jewelry case Scricciolo model.
Original jewelry box with a refined and innovative design. The structure is in wood painted in shades of blue and satin silver. Small drawers allow the orderly storage of jewels and small objects. Its design is the work of the Czechoslovakian designer Hans von Klier who actively collaborated with the well-known Italian architect Ettore Sottsass for the definition of the line of many Olivetti calculators...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Wood
Lacquered Wood Desk by Stilka, Argentina, circa 1970
By Stilka
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Lacquered wood desk by Stilka, Argentina, circa 1970.
Category
1960s Argentine Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Wood
Guillerme et Chambron, Secretaire in Blackened Oak, circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, Secretaire in blackened oak, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Swedish Teak Rolltop Secretary Desk by Egon Ostergaard
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid-century Swedish modern Egon Ostergaard teak rolltop secretary desk cabinet was made in Sweden circa 1960. The classic Scandinavian modern design has clean, minimalis...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Wood, Teak
Mid-Century Teak Rolltop Secretary Desk by Egon Ostergaard, 1960s
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid-century Swedish modern Egon Ostergaard teak rolltop secretary desk cabinet was made in Sweden circa 1960. The classic Scandinavian modern design has clean, minimalis...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Wood, Teak
Etageres by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, 1950s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A well scaled Mid-Century Modern étagère in bleached walnut designed by Paul McCobb. The cabinet or shelf set is constructed in solid walnut wood and brass and features two separate ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Secrétaire with Drawers - Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Møbelfabrik (1960s)
Located in Torino, IT
Secrétaire with Drawers - Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Møbelfabrik (1960s)
This fine secrétaire is an authentic collector's piece of Danish Mid-Century Design, designed by master Arne...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Kingwood
Erling torvits secretary desk in teak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Erling Torvits
Manufacturer: Klim Møbelfabrik
Era: 1961
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 41" wide x 18.75" deep x 47.75" tall
Condition: In excellent original...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
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
Pilastro Wall-Mounted Secretaire with Built-In Light — Dutch Mid-Century Modern
Located in Dronten, NL
A sleek and functional example of Dutch mid-century modern design, this Pilastro wall-mounted secretaire is crafted from white enameled steel, combining minimalist elegance with dura...
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1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Danish Teak Wood Bookcase Cabinet
Secretary Desk 1960s
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Danish modern tall teak wood bookcase cabinet and secretary desk was made in Denmark circa 1960. The cabinet is well crafted from teak wood and the classic S...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Secretary With 4 Drawers In Polished Oak
Green Felt Cloth With Brass Handles
Located in Lejre, DK
Antique secretary from the 1820s. Oak with green felt cloth and brass handles. 4 drawers.
— Origin: Denmark
— Period: 1820s
— Materials: Oak, green felt cloth
brass handles
— ...
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1820s Danish Antique Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Danish Midcentury Secretaire in Walnut, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Danish secretaire from circa 1950. Every visible surface has shows walnut veneer and the wood grains are 'mirror'/matched by the woodworker wherever this was possible. It has three...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Cenury Modern Secretary Cabinet, Fully Adjustable, Teak, Zebra Wood - Italy
Located in Girona, Girona
Secretary cabinet with shelves, two solid teak blocks with teak veneer and blackened steel, fully adjustable, zebra wood inside, shellac finishing. Po...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass, Steel
Antonino Gorgone Midcentury Secretaire / Desk Cabinet, Italy, circa 1950
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Italian midcentury writing desk / secretaire in Italian cherry. It has an extractable writing leaf.
Designer: Stabilimenti Napoli
Manufacturer: Antonino Gorgone...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Cherry
Italian Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk, Style of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Queens, 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 ...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Plexiglass, Wood, Walnut
Giovanni Offredi Midcentury Secretary in Hardwood
Birdseye Maple
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Midcentury secretary by Giovanni Offredi
Giovanni Offredi (born 1927, Milan – died 2007, Milan) was a well-known Italian furniture and product designer. Unlike most other Italian fur...
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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Hardwood, Birdseye Maple
Italian high sideboard by Paolo Buffa with secretaire, label Cantù
Located in Milano, IT
Tall Italian Credenza with Secretaire by Paolo Buffa - 1950s, with Palazzo d'Arte Cantù Label
A masterpiece of 1950s Italian design, this elegant tall credenza with secretaire was de...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Glass, Wood
1950s Secretaire Troumeau Desk, by Permanente Mobili Cantù, Gio Ponti Style
By Gio Ponti
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Midcentury precious, refined and treated in detail three drawers with flap on top, from Cantù, in blonde hand carved walnut, Gio Ponti style. Excellent patina, polished to wax
Measu...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Walnut
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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