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A George III Scarlet Gilt-japanned Desk
Ebury Trading
for sale €6,435     $6,985
£5,500
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A George III Scarlet Gilt-japanned Desk

18th century
For Sale by Ebury Trading
Description

A English George III scarlet gilt-japanned desk; superbly, later decorated with rich gilt chinoiserie on a scarlet lacquered background, the fall-front opening to reveal a similarly decorated writing slide and various pigeon-holes and drawers; above four drawers all decorated and with brass handles. There are many interesting scenes, with peacocks, pagodas, bamboo and charming depictions of panda bears. The drawers internally are lined with pasted down early XIX Century newspapers.

c.1800-1820

Physical Dimensions
Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

Ebury Trading has dated this Scarlet Japanned Writing Bureau to the Georgian era.

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SA1026636
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ET03741
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Description
A English George III scarlet gilt-japanned desk; superbly, later decorated with rich gilt chinoiserie on a scarlet lacquered background, the fall-front opening to reveal a similarly decorated writing slide and various pigeon-holes and drawers; above four drawers all decorated and with brass handles.
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There are many interesting scenes, with peacocks, pagodas, bamboo and charming depictions of panda bears.
Ebury Trading

The drawers internally are lined with pasted down early XIX Century newspapers.

c.1800-1820

Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

Ebury Trading has dated this Scarlet Japanned Writing Bureau to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1026636
Dealers Internal Ref
ET03741
Ebury Trading
Ebury Trading
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2018

Antiques, lighting & the interior

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Ebury Trading Profile Page

Trade Associations

Ebury Trading is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A George III Scarlet Gilt-japanned Desk

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Ebury Trading

Ebury Trading
Telephone 0207 881 0881
Location
Kent
CT17
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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A George III scarlet japanned writing bureau featuring gilded Chinoiserie imagery, a slant front, and four long drawers on bracket feet.
A GEORGE III SCARLET GILT-JAPANNED DESK
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A George III scarlet japanned writing bureau featuring gilded Chinoiserie imagery, a slant front, and four long drawers on bracket feet.
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Japanning is a European decorative technique developed in the seventeenth century to imitate East Asian lacquerware using spirit-varnish coatings decorated with gilded Chinoiserie scenes.

These pieces were typically built using softwood or fruitwood carcasses finished with layers of varnish lacquer, gilded paint or gold leaf detail, and cast brass drop handles.

Authentic period examples exhibit fine craquelure across the lacquer finish, natural surface wear along handled areas, hand-cut dovetail joints, and hand-cast brass hardware.

A scarlet japanned bureau serves as a focal accent when placed against dark or neutral backdrops alongside contemporary seating and understated lighting.

Preserve the finish by placing the item away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting gently with a dry microfibre cloth, and avoiding liquid cleaners or waxes.
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