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Rare Marquetry- Inlaid 18th Century Italian Walnut Bureau Cabinet
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Rare Marquetry- Inlaid 18th Century Italian Walnut Bureau Cabinet

18th century
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Circa 1790. Rare marquetry- inlaid 18th century Italian walnut bureau cabinet. Surmounted by a giltwood foliate carvings over a foliate inlaid arched frieze, the inlaid bookcase doors opening to shelves and supported on marquetry inlaid feet. The bureau with matching inlaid flap opening to fitted interior over three drawers and bracket feet. Wonderful original colour and patina.

Physical Dimensions
Height
263cm (103.54")
Width
118cm (46.46")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this Italian Walnut Bureau Cabinet to the 18th Century.

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SA1050471
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WP721
Description
Circa 1790. Rare marquetry- inlaid 18th century Italian walnut bureau cabinet.
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Surmounted by a giltwood foliate carvings over a foliate inlaid arched frieze, the inlaid bookcase doors opening to shelves and supported on marquetry inlaid feet.
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The bureau with matching inlaid flap opening to fitted interior over three drawers and bracket feet. Wonderful original colour and patina.

Height
263cm (103.54")
Width
118cm (46.46")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Italian Walnut Bureau Cabinet to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1050471
Dealers Internal Ref
WP721
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Archive I An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers.

Rare Marquetry- Inlaid 18th Century Italian Walnut Bureau Cabinet

Archive II An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View II
Archive III An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View VII
Archive VIII An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View VIII
Archive IX An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View IX
Archive X An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View X
Archive XI An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View XI
Archive XII An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View XII
Archive XIII An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View XIII
Archive XIV An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View XIV
Archive XV An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View XV
Archive XVI An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View XVI
Archive XVII An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View XVII
Archive XVIII An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View XVIII
Archive XIX An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers. View XIX
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An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers.
Rare Marquetry- Inlaid 18th Century Italian Walnut Bureau Cabinet
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An 18th-century Italian walnut bureau cabinet with intricate marquetry, a double-door upper section topped with a gilt finial, and a slant-front desk over three drawers.
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An 18th-century Italian bureau cabinet is a two-part furniture piece combining a slant-front writing desk with an upper cabinet for storage, often decorated with elaborate marquetry and carved accents popular during the Baroque and Rococo periods.

Craftsmen primarily utilised native woods such as walnut, olive, and fruitwoods, employing dovetail joinery, hand-carved details, and intricate marquetry inlays using contrasting veneers to create ornate patterns.

Authentic 18th-century pieces typically feature hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-sawn timber marks on the back panels, original cast brass hardware, and natural wear patterns along the drawer runners.

A tall bureau cabinet serves as a focal piece in a study, living room, or hallway. Pair it with minimalist modern lighting and neutral walls to allow the rich timber tones and intricate marquetry work to remain the focal point.

Keep the cabinet away from direct sunlight, radiators, and extreme changes in humidity to prevent wood shrinkage or veneer warping. Apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year, buffing gently along the grain.
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