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An Edwardian Mahogany Bureau Bookcase
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An Edwardian Mahogany Bureau Bookcase

1900 - 1920
Description

An Edwardian mahogany bureau bookcase

With satinwood inlay and crossbanding

Height 208.5cm

Width 100cm

Depth 46cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
208.5cm (82.09")
Width
100cm (39.37")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

Melbourne Antiquities has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Bureau Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

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SA1014976
Description
An Edwardian mahogany bureau bookcase

With satinwood inlay and crossbanding

Height 208.5cm

Width 100cm

Depth 46cm

Height
208.5cm (82.09")
Width
100cm (39.37")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Melbourne Antiquities has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Bureau Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1014976
Melbourne Antiquities
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2023
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An Edwardian mahogany bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet, a fall-front desk with marquetry inlay, four lower drawers with brass handles, and bracket feet.
An Edwardian mahogany bureau bookcase
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An Edwardian mahogany bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet, a fall-front desk with marquetry inlay, four lower drawers with brass handles, and bracket feet.
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An Edwardian bureau bookcase is a two-part storage and writing cabinet originating from the early 20th century. It features a glazed upper bookcase section positioned above a slant-front writing bureau and graduated drawers.

These pieces were typically crafted from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers, frequently accented with satinwood marquetry inlays, glass panes, wooden glazing bars, and brass drop handles.

Authentic Edwardian bureau bookcases display period construction details such as hand-cut dovetail joints, original brass hardware, neoclassical marquetry inlays such as urns or swags, and age-consistent surface finish.

A mahogany bureau bookcase can be styled in a home office, hallway, or living room, serving as vertical display storage while offering a fold-out writing desk when opened.

Maintain the timber by dusting regularly with a lint-free cloth and applying beeswax polish periodically. Position the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber movement or fading.
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