Most pennsylvania dutch desks tables cabinets and other furniture was made of walnut oak or pine.
Antique desk with curved drawers.
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Look for cedar mahogany and oak.
Classic art deco machine age streamline desk designed by donald deskey.
A more subtle cousin to the l shaped desk the curved desk can have many variations based on how tight or loose the curve is.
Among them are kidney shaped desks which have been used since at least the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
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This antique american desk style allowed two people to work at it with one sitting on each side and each having their own drawers to store their valuables.
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Ideal for cozy offices or behind the sofa this exquisite nineteenth century flemish renaissance stripped desk boasts hand carved embellishment from the drawer tier to the bun feet below and sports a generous kneehole.
Typically antique secretary desks from the 1800s have solid wood or much thicker veneers.
This iconic desk features a dramatic curved side having speed band veneer trim with the opposing side havin.
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With smooth curves instead of straight edges a curved desk can help to break up all the angles in a room that often make a space feel manufactured or stuffy.
Another key indicator of authenticity is the drawer linings.
Sometimes a small antique ladies writing desk has been converted from washstands or dressing tables.
Faux leather writing surface only adds to the allure.
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Antique wooden drawers had joints that weren t machine cute until 1860.
Antique secretary 4 drawer desk hutch with 2 leaded glass stackable bookcases.
Circa 1860s measures 32h x 61w x 19 5d.
Inspired by french design art deco furniture has a smooth and slightly curved finish.
Most antique desks were made by hand and use fine.