Writing Desks And Cabinets
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Pine
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Rosewood
Antique Early 18th Century German Louis XIV Desks and Writing Tables
Tin
Vintage 1960s Slovak Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Opaline Glass, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Birch
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Chrome
2010s Desks and Writing Tables
Walnut
Antique 1860s English Desks and Writing Tables
Ormolu
Antique 19th Century Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables
Bronze
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writi...
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writi...
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writi...
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writi...
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writi...
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables
Ormolu
20th Century French Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Metal
Vintage 1980s French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Laminate, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables
Tulipwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
2010s American Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Oak
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Metal
Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Desks and Writing Tables
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Leather, Hardwood
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables
Bronze
Vintage 1970s Italian Brutalist Desks and Writing Tables
Granite
Vintage 1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Leather, Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables
Teak
Antique Mid-19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Mahogany
Antique 1850s Desks and Writing Tables
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Cowhide, Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Teak, Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables
Teak
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables
Ormolu
Antique 1850s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Teak
Vintage 1960s American Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Antique 1780s English George III Desks and Writing Tables
Leather, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Bronze, Brass, Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Desks and Writing Tables
Teak
Antique Late 18th Century Sheraton Desks and Writing Tables
Mahogany
Antique 1790s English George III Desks and Writing Tables
Ivory, Satinwood, Rosewood, Leather
Late 20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Desks and Writing Tables
Alabaster
Antique 1880s Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Bronze
Antique 1880s French Desks and Writing Tables
Walnut
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Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets 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.
- What is a writing desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A writing desk with drawers is also called a secretary. It is a desk with drawers, one of which can be pushed out and the front of the desk lowered to create a flat writing surface. These writing desks have been made in a variety of styles over the years. Shop for a variety of writing tables with drawers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A small writing table is also called a davenport table or davenport desk. They normally feature a sloped or inclined top attached with hinges to the back of the table. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage davenport desks.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023What an old-fashioned writing desk is called varies by design. Pieces with drop-down fronts are secretary desks (these are typically made of two parts: a chest of drawers on the bottom and a hutch or cupboard with shelves on the top), while ones that rest on two pillars, cabinets or bookcases are pedestal desks. A desk with a small writing surface positioned in front of drawers and cubbies is a bureau à gradin. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of desks.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.
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