Typically antique secretary desks from the 1800s have solid wood or much thicker veneers.
Antique secretary chair.
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In the beginning desks and secretaries were some of the most complicated pieces of furniture you could buy.
Antique desks secretaries.
Another key indicator of authenticity is the drawer linings.
Secretary desks come in a range of different styles though they all feature a hinged work surface in the front.
Thick dovetails may indicate machine construction.
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Look for cedar mahogany and oak.
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An antique secretary desk and chair can often look and feel better than modern refurbished or pre owned pieces.
Beautiful secretary original from the time 1830 very high quality mahogany with palisander veneered on solid oak.
Most antique desks were made by hand and use fine dovetailed joints.
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If you prefer mixing the vintage with modern a secretary desk also makes for a mean makeshift bar.
What about secretary styles.
There were no computers to store important information so these desks and secretaries came with all kinds of secret drawers tills roll down covers and other mechanisms.