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Small George II Walnut Bureau

18th century
Sold 8 April 2025 · Thakeham Furniture
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Charming small George II walnut bureau, of lovely colour. Crossbanded and featherbanded fall enclosing a tooled leather writing surface and an arrangement of small drawers and pigeon holes, with a sliding well. Two short and two long drawers below, fitted with brass plate handles. Raised on bracket feet.

Circa. 1750

Date of Manufacture

Thakeham Furniture has dated this George II Walnut Bureau to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
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SA1079127
Dealers Internal Reference
7106
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Description
Charming small George II walnut bureau, of lovely colour.
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Crossbanded and featherbanded fall enclosing a tooled leather writing surface and an arrangement of small drawers and pigeon holes, with a sliding well.
Thakeham Furniture

Two short and two long drawers below, fitted with brass plate handles. Raised on bracket feet.

Circa. 1750

Date of Manufacture

Thakeham Furniture has dated this George II Walnut Bureau to the 18th Century.

Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1079127
Dealers Internal Ref
7106
Thakeham Furniture
Thakeham Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2013

Specialists in fine georgian furniture

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Thakeham Furniture Profile Page

Trade Associations

Thakeham Furniture is a registered member of LAPADA 

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An 18th-century George II walnut bureau with a fall-front writing flap open, revealing an interior fitted with small drawers and a central cupboard, positioned above three graduated long drawers. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An 18th-century George II walnut bureau with a fall-front writing flap open, revealing an interior fitted with small drawers and a central cupboard, positioned above three graduated long drawers. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Small George II Walnut Bureau

Archive II An 18th-century George II walnut bureau with a fall-front writing flap open, revealing an interior fitted with small drawers and a central cupboard, positioned above three graduated long drawers. View II
Archive III An 18th-century George II walnut bureau with a fall-front writing flap open, revealing an interior fitted with small drawers and a central cupboard, positioned above three graduated long drawers. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century George II walnut bureau with a fall-front writing flap open, revealing an interior fitted with small drawers and a central cupboard, positioned above three graduated long drawers. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century George II walnut bureau with a fall-front writing flap open, revealing an interior fitted with small drawers and a central cupboard, positioned above three graduated long drawers. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century George II walnut bureau with a fall-front writing flap open, revealing an interior fitted with small drawers and a central cupboard, positioned above three graduated long drawers. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century George II walnut bureau with a fall-front writing flap open, revealing an interior fitted with small drawers and a central cupboard, positioned above three graduated long drawers. View VII
Archive VIII An 18th-century George II walnut bureau with a fall-front writing flap open, revealing an interior fitted with small drawers and a central cupboard, positioned above three graduated long drawers. View VIII
Archive IX An 18th-century George II walnut bureau with a fall-front writing flap open, revealing an interior fitted with small drawers and a central cupboard, positioned above three graduated long drawers. View IX
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Thakeham Furniture

Thakeham Furniture
Telephone 01403 713649
Location
Tim, Belinda and Harriet Chavasse
Thakeham Furniture Ltd
Blakers Yard
Worthing Road
Dial Post
Nr Horsham
West Sussex
RH13 8NH
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/thakehamfurniture
Verified Since Jul 2013
Items For Sale 146
Items Sold 3,156
Thakeham Furniture
Thakeham Furniture
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Location: Tim, Belinda and Harriet Chavasse, Thakeham Furniture Ltd, Blakers Yard, Worthing Road, Dial Post, Nr Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 8NH, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/thakehamfurniture
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An 18th-century George II walnut bureau with a fall-front writing flap open, revealing an interior fitted with small drawers and a central cupboard, positioned above three graduated long drawers.
Small George II walnut bureau
Ref: SA1079127
An 18th-century George II walnut bureau with a fall-front writing flap open, revealing an interior fitted with small drawers and a central cupboard, positioned above three graduated long drawers.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks & Secretaries
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSlant front writing flap, Fitted interior pigeonholes, Bracket feet, Brass escutcheons and handles
  • SizeH 100 cm (39 in) x W 75 cm (30 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

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The George II style, spanning from 1727 to 1760, bridges the transition from the heavier baroque designs of the early 18th century to the lighter, more refined rococo influences, often featuring walnut and later mahogany with skilled cabinetmaking techniques.

These pieces were typically constructed from timbers such as walnut or oak, featuring dovetail joints on the drawers, solid brass hardware, and intricate interior compartments known as the nest.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-correct joinery, such as hand-cut dovetails, timber shrinkage consistent with age, original or period brasses, and construction methods characteristic of pre-industrial cabinet making.

An antique bureau works well as a focal point in a study or living space, paired with contemporary seating to create a balanced contrast between historical craftsmanship and modern design.

Preserve antique walnut by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting, and apply appropriate natural waxes periodically to maintain the finish.
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