{"product_id":"secreter-antiguo-de-caoba-con-vitrina-y-escritorio-h221-cm","title":"Antique mahogany secretary with display cabinet and desk | H221 cm","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique mahogany secretary with display cabinet and drop-down desk – H221 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eantique mahogany secretary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combines a desk, display cabinet, and storage in a single piece of furniture. A tall piece with relatively compact proportions, designed to make use of vertical space and keep documents, books, decorative objects, and stationery organized.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts structure is clearly divided into three sections. The top section features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edisplay cabinet with two glazed doors and glass shelves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The central section conceals a desk behind a drop-down lid that, when opened, creates a large work surface. Inside are pigeonholes, compartments, and small drawers for organizing correspondence, papers, and small items.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lower section completes the piece with several drawers of different sizes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 92.5 x 44.5 x H221 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eType: secretary desk with display cabinet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eMaterial: mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eAntique piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eTotal height: 221 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eWidth: 92.5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eDepth: 44.5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eTop section with two glazed doors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eGlass interior shelves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eCentral desk with drop-down lid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eSecretary interior with pigeonholes and small drawers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eTwo upper drawers in the lower section\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eThree large lower drawers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eDecorative top finial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eMetal fittings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eUse: desk, display cabinet, bookcase, home archive, and storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree pieces of furniture combined into one\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe main advantage of this secretary is its layout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen closed, it functions as a classic vertical piece of furniture. Opening the central lid reveals a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewriting desk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that can be used for working, writing, reviewing documents, or using a laptop without having to keep a desk open in the room at all times.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter use, the lid can be closed again, tidying away the work area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe top section serves a completely different purpose. Its glass doors allow it to be used as a display cabinet for books, glassware, porcelain, small collections, or objects that you wish to keep visible and protected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lower section provides drawers for documents, textiles, accessories, and office supplies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat was a secretary designed for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe secretary was designed as a piece of furniture for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewriting and storing correspondence, documents, and personal items\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts most recognizable feature is the drop-down front. When closed, it conceals the writing area; when opened, it transforms into a work surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe interior was typically organized with small drawers and pigeonholes to keep papers, letters, and other documents separate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this piece, that function is expanded with a top display cabinet and a large drawer section, making it a true multifunctional piece of furniture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlazed top display cabinet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe top section consists of two large glass doors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eglass shelves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which make use of the height while allowing light to pass through to the different levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can be used to display:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebooks;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eglassware;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eporcelain;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmall sculptures;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecollectibles;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003efamily keepsakes;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003edecorative pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe doors help protect the contents from dust without obscuring them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrop-down desk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe large angled lid opens forward to become the main desk surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBehind it are various compartments for organizing small items. There are several vertical pigeonholes, small drawers, and a closed central compartment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis layout retains one of the most interesting features of antique desks: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeverything had its own place\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, it can be perfectly adapted for documents, correspondence, pens, office supplies, chargers, and other small everyday items.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmple lower storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBelow the desk is a combination of drawers that considerably increases its capacity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe upper drawers allow you to store small items or frequently used documents, while the three large lower drawers provide space for folders, textiles, papers, and other larger objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis allows the piece to be used as a workspace without the need for an additional chest of drawers or filing cabinet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA piece of furniture that makes use of height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eheight of 221 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives it a commanding presence, yet it only requires a width of 92.5 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis proportion is particularly interesting when you need storage capacity without taking up an entire wall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can be used in:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ean office;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea library;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea living room;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea dining room;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea spacious bedroom;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ean entryway;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea reading area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can also be used as the main display cabinet for a collection, with the desk kept closed when not needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy buy this secretary?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause it replaces several pieces of furniture without losing visual cohesion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn less than a meter wide, it offers a display cabinet, a closable desk, small compartments, auxiliary drawers, and three large lower drawers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt does not require you to dedicate an entire room as an office. It can be incorporated into a living room or library and opened only when you need to work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe mahogany, drop-down front, and decorative top finial also maintain the appearance of a classic piece of furniture, even when it is completely closed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor anyone looking for antique furniture that still serves an everyday function, this type of secretary is particularly practical.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition and signs of use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an antique piece of furniture and shows \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emarks, small scuffs, and signs of wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, particularly visible on some of the work surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese marks are part of its current condition and can be seen in the photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not attribute a specific date of manufacture, author, or origin to it, as we do not have documentation that would allow us to confirm them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat type of furniture is it?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is an antique mahogany secretary that combines a drop-down desk, top display cabinet, and storage drawers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow big is it?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts dimensions are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e92.5 x 44.5 x H221 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it be used as a desk?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The central lid opens forward to create a large surface for writing or working.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan the desk be closed?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Once you are finished using it, the drop-down lid allows you to conceal and tidy away the work area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is inside the secretary?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt features several pigeonholes, small drawers, and a central compartment for organizing documents and small items.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the top section a display cabinet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It has two glazed doors and glass interior shelves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat can I put in the display cabinet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBooks, porcelain, glassware, small collections, sculptures, or other decorative objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it have large drawers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The lower section features three large drawers, as well as other smaller drawers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it suitable for a modern home?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Its layout allows it to be used as a small home office and closed when you are not working.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it take up a lot of space?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is quite tall, at 221 cm, but it is 92.5 cm wide and 44.5 cm deep. It makes particularly good use of vertical space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it really made of mahogany?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe piece is presented as a mahogany piece of furniture, a detail provided for its cataloging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat period is it from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not have sufficient documentation to establish an exact date, so we avoid assigning it to a specific period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis item does not include free shipping. The buyer is responsible for the shipping costs. 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