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Outstanding Antique George III Quality Mahogany Bureau

18th century
Sold 19 May 2025 · London City Antiques
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Outstanding antique George III quality mahogany bureau having a quality fall opening to reveal a outstanding fully fitted interior consisting of ten drawers, a door to the centre flanked by drawers, two secret pull out letter compartments above two short and three long mahogany cockbeeded drawers with original brass handles standing on ogee bracket feet.

A splendid example with a wonderful colour and patination.

H 108cm

W 106.5cm

D 57cm

H to fall 79cm

Date 1780

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Bureau to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
106.5cm (41.93")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
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SA1079864
Dealers Internal Reference
260C
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Outstanding antique George III quality mahogany bureau having a quality fall opening to reveal a outstanding fully fitted interior consisting of ten drawers, a door to the centre flanked by drawers, two secret pull out letter compartments above two short and three long mahogany cockbeeded drawers with original brass handles standing on ogee bracket feet.

A splendid example with a wonderful colour and patination.

H 108cm

W 106.5cm

D 57cm

H to fall 79cm

Date 1780

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Bureau to the 18th Century.

Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
106.5cm (41.93")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1079864
Dealers Internal Ref
260C
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I A dark brown mahogany bureau featuring a sloping fall-front desk above four graduated drawers with ornate brass pull handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Outstanding Antique George III Quality Mahogany Bureau

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A dark brown mahogany bureau featuring a sloping fall-front desk above four graduated drawers with ornate brass pull handles.
Outstanding Antique George III Quality Mahogany Bureau
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A dark brown mahogany bureau featuring a sloping fall-front desk above four graduated drawers with ornate brass pull handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesks & Bureaus
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Pine
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSloping fall-front lid, Graduated drawers, Brass batwing handles, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 108 cm (43 in) x W 106.5 cm (42 in) x D 57 cm (22 in)

FAQs

The George III period spans from 1760 to 1820, characterised by a transition from heavier baroque influences to more refined neoclassical proportions. Furniture from this era often features high-quality timber selection, subtle carving, and elegant brass hardware.

Period bureaus were predominantly constructed from solid hardwoods and veneers such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, utilising hand-cut dovetail joints for drawer construction. Internal components frequently incorporate secondary softwoods like pine alongside fitted pigeonholes and small drawers.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting construction markers such as hand-cut dovetailing, timber shrinkage patterns, period-correct brass fixings, and historical tool marks. Original secondary woods and uniform age-related patination also indicate authenticity.

An antique bureau provides a functional focal point that bridges traditional and modern aesthetics when paired with minimalist seating and neutral walls. Its closed slope front conceals working clutter, making it practical for modern home offices.

Maintain antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting. Dust regularly with a dry cloth and apply occasional applications of traditional beeswax to nourish the wood and preserve the finish.
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