circa: 1940 width: 32 height: 42 length: 18 This charming antique oak secretary desk was English-made around 1940 and recently imported to Atlanta, Georgia. The style is  More »

circa: 1940 width: 32 height: 42 length: 18 This charming antique oak secretary desk was English-made around 1940 and recently imported to Atlanta, Georgia. The style is reminiscent of a traditional English design originating in the Jacobean period, which is most characteristic in the paneled cabinet doors, shaped apron and bobbin-turned legs. The solid, quartersawn oak remains quite beautiful, with a rich complexion and a pronounced grain that have grown more beautiful over the years with the development of a lovely patina. The solid brass hardware also contrasts wonderfully with the oak, making this quite a stunning secretary. The single drawer features dovetailed joints, while the secretary fall, drawer and cabinet doors all lock with an accompanying key. The doors and interior of the fall have developed separations in the wood, which are natural developments common to solid wood furniture, while one of the back feet has recently seen repairs to old damage. The top contains four filled-in nail holes, so at one point in time this secretary had a bookcase sitting on top of it. The fall also operates a little stiffly and doesn''t fully shut on one corner but otherwise, this secretary remains quite sturdy and thus overall condition is very good.   « Less

circa: 1910 width: 54 height: 32 length: 25 This unique kidney desk was crafted in England around 1910, during the Edwardian period. Today, the desk remains as beautiful as  More »

circa: 1910 width: 54 height: 32 length: 25 This unique kidney desk was crafted in England around 1910, during the Edwardian period. Today, the desk remains as beautiful as ever, with a lovely patina and a rich satinwood complexion. The grain also looks quite striking, especially because of the use of quarter veneering. The black leather, which is hand-worked with gold tooling, contrasts beautifully with the satinwood, as does the solid brass hardware. As is standard in fine furniture, each drawer features hand-cut dovetails, while the elegantly square tapered legs end in spade feet. One of the legs has a repaired break--which was performed excellently, so the desk is sturdy--and the leather has sustained a few minor scratches, but otherwise this desk remains in very good overall condition.   « Less

circa: 1880 width: 45 height: 31 length: 26 Handmade in Victorian England around 1880, this gorgeous antique desk represents the finest in English furniture craftsmanship.  More »

circa: 1880 width: 45 height: 31 length: 26 Handmade in Victorian England around 1880, this gorgeous antique desk represents the finest in English furniture craftsmanship. The oak, for instance, is not only adorned by an array of intricate carvings, but also shows a rich complexion and a distinct grain, made more beautiful over the years by the development of a lovely patina. The solid brass hardware also contrasts beautifully with the darker oak. Of course, this desk is also as sturdy as it is elegant, and remains as strong today as it ever was. This is in part due to the quality of craftsmanship and in part due to the fine solid oak that was used in its construction. Each drawer features hand-cut dovetails, which is yet another indicator of high quality, while all the drawers operate with amazing smoothness. Understandably, this desk has sustained a variety of wear marks, which you can see in the accompanying pictures. Otherwise, this desk remains in excellent condition for its age.   « Less

circa: 2000 width: 43 height: 94 length: 25 This stunning secretary bookcase was recently handmade from Georgian Period wood from about 1820. The burl walnut, having  More »

circa: 2000 width: 43 height: 94 length: 25 This stunning secretary bookcase was recently handmade from Georgian Period wood from about 1820. The burl walnut, having developed a lovely patina over the years, now displays an incredibly rich complexion and a striking grain, both of which look fantastic in contrast to the elegant solid-brass hardware that adorns the drawer fronts. The distinctive arched top is also quite beautiful, while walnut crossbanding and satinwood string inlay accent the fall and drawer fronts. The locking desk section, too, looks quite splendid, with several drawers and compartments and a broad writing surface. The locking bookcase contains fully adjustable shelves, while it separates from the base for shipping and easy movement. Structurally, this secretary bookcase is utterly sound. The shaped bracket feet are as sturdy as they are elegant, while the solid-oak drawers still operate smoothly. The drawers all feature hand-cut dovetails and all but the lowest lock. There are, however, a few notable scratches on the drawer fronts in addition to minor stress marks on the feet as well as a few veneer chips on one of the sides. Also, there are several small separations in the moulding that have been repaired and filled in. Otherwise, this secretary remains in excellent condition.   « Less

circa: 1910 width: 38 height: 78 length: 17 This beautiful English mahogany antique secretary was hand-crafted in Edwardian England around 1910 and recently imported to our  More »

circa: 1910 width: 38 height: 78 length: 17 This beautiful English mahogany antique secretary was hand-crafted in Edwardian England around 1910 and recently imported to our antique furniture store here in Atlanta, GA, USA. Over the years, the mahogany has developed a rich patina, which enhances its deep, mellowed lustre. Satinwood string inlays provide subtle accents, while elegant solid-brass hardware contrast beautifully with the mahogany. The stained-glass doors are sturdy and operate smoothly, as do the drawers and fall. Each secretary drawer features hand-cut dovetailed joints, as was common in quality antique furniture, which signify sturdy construction and fine craftsmanship, and the lower two feature strong supports through their middles, ensuring long life and strong functionality. The back of this antique secretary features tongue-in-groove paneling, which is an older, seldom-used technique that indicates this bookcase was bench-made with care. The leaded glass doors make a rattle sound when opened, but all of the glass is in securely. The top and bottom sections of the secretary separate easily for shipping and movement, and can be secured with two accompanying screws. Like much antique English furniture, this antique secretary offers an elegant combination of utility and beauty that would make a fine addition to any home!   « Less

18th C Rare Diminutive Cherry Queen Anne R.I. Lowboy With Notched Corner And A Well Proportioned Over Hanging Top Resting On A Lovely Simple Base. This Lowboy Relates To One  More »

18th C Rare Diminutive Cherry Queen Anne R.I. Lowboy With Notched Corner And A Well Proportioned Over Hanging Top Resting On A Lovely Simple Base. This Lowboy Relates To One Within The Israel Sack Volumes With Related Rare Proportions. Finials Appear To Be Original To The Case. Mellow Old Rich Nut Brown Patina Circa: 1740-1760   « Less

Superb Rare 18th C Chippendale American Massachusetts Dense Mahogany Reverse Serpentine Slant Front Claw & Ball Foot Double Shell Carved Desk. Attributed To Benjamin  More »

Superb Rare 18th C Chippendale American Massachusetts Dense Mahogany Reverse Serpentine Slant Front Claw & Ball Foot Double Shell Carved Desk. Attributed To Benjamin Frothingham Shop Tradition With A Well Developed & Balanced Stepped Interior & Double Shell Carving At The Interior And At The Base Attributed Master Craftsman: Benjamin Frothingham By Associated Origin, Construction, Regional Characteristics & Documented Examples In Private Collections & Museums. Charlestown Or Boston, Mass Circa: 1770-1785 Height: 45" Width: 42 1/4" Depth: 22" Writing Height: 32 1/2" Choice Mellow Nut Brown Patina. **This Superb Desk Is An Identical Mate To A Desk Sold By Mark Reinfurt - Equinox Antiques & Fine Art Some 20 Years Ago To The Permanent Collection Of The Memphis Brooks Fine Arts Museum In Memphis, Tennessee. It Is On Permanent Display Underneath A Major Oil Painting Of The Grand Canel In Venice By The Master 18th Century Artist - Cantaletto. Not Bad Company. The Museum Purchased The Desk From My Collection When I Was 27 Years Old Developing My Business. This Lovely Desk Which Was Previously Owned & Sold Then Recently Repurchased By Equinox Antiques & Fine Art Is Which Is Currently On My Website And Available For Purchase Is Shown By Appointment Only In My Castleton Residence. It Is A Superb Example By The Same Master Craftsman - Benjamin Frothingham Of The 18th Century As Listed Above. A Wonderful Gem! In 24 Years Of Building Equinox Antiques & Fine Art These Desks Of This Quality Are Scarce And Certainly Above Average. A Gem!   « Less

Superb 18th C American Federal Bold Tiger Maple Slant Lid Desk With Original Brasses. Circa: 1790-1810 Constructed In Extremely Bold Tiger Maple Wood. In A Superb State Of  More »

Superb 18th C American Federal Bold Tiger Maple Slant Lid Desk With Original Brasses. Circa: 1790-1810 Constructed In Extremely Bold Tiger Maple Wood. In A Superb State Of Preservation. Old Refinish. Mellow Nut Brown Amber Patina   « Less

Superb 18th C American Chippendale Massachusetts double shell carved reverse serpentine maple slant lid desk. The solid sloped lid opening to a well balanced double stepped  More »

Superb 18th C American Chippendale Massachusetts double shell carved reverse serpentine maple slant lid desk. The solid sloped lid opening to a well balanced double stepped interior, fitted with a stack of two prospect drawers, with a wonderful shell carved center drawer with shell and scoop carving flanked by document drawers faced with baluster turnings further flanked by valanced cubbyholes and individual finely dovetailed drawers, the case fitted with four long graduated serpentine drawers, on a molded base with a center shell carved pendent on four finely sculpted claw and ball feet with ogee bracket base. Height: 44" Width: 42 inches, Depth: 21 1/2" at case All carved elements and interior dovetailed drawers are original to the desk. Circa: 1760-1785 Original period hardware which was on the desk when purchased has been recently polished, but Is not the first set. This superb desk has survived in an outstanding state of original preservation with a wonderful mellow amber nut brown patina. Origin: North Shore Salem or Boston, Massachusetts community. Excellent Condition   « Less

Rare Superb 18th C. Bold American Tiger Maple New England Slant Lid Desk Circa: 1780-1795 Replaced Hardware With A Superb Rich Mellow Nut Amber Patina Excellent Condition

Rare Superb 18th C. Bold American Tiger Maple New England Slant Lid Desk Circa: 1780-1795 Replaced Hardware With A Superb Rich Mellow Nut Amber Patina Excellent Condition   « Less