Due to the scarcity of books in Colonial America, the combination of a slant top desk with a bookcase didn’t become popular until the mid-18th century. After its introduction, the secretary desk became one of the premier expressions of
cabinetmaking. As letter writing grew in importance, the secretary desk underwent a variety of stylistic transformations. Designs inspired by Thomas Chippendale, such as our Nine Pane Secretary Desk, were the benchmark of good taste in America well
into the 19th century.
Handbuilt in Oak or Cherry.
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Nine Pane Secretary Desk
D19" x W40" x H83" |
