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Late 18thc Mahogany Bureau
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Late 18thc Mahogany Bureau

18th century
Sold 31 October 2024 · Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture
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6109

Late 18thc Mahogany Bureau

This elegant late 18th century mahogany bureau is a testament to the craftsmanship of its era. Its rich, warm colour and deep patina are a result of decades of careful use. Brass handles add a touch of sophistication, while the fitted interior offers practical storage. The bureau stands on sturdy bracket feet, providing a stable base.  

Dimensions:

Width: 33 inches (84 cm)

Height: 41 inches (104 cm)

Depth: 20 inches (50 cm)

Items can be delivered by independent carrier but please note NOT all items are at 31 Cheap Street. Please call before visiting the showroom especially if you are coming a long way

Date of Manufacture

Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture has dated this Antique Mahogany Bureau to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
84cm (33.07")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1089072
Dealers Internal Reference
6109
Dealers Notes

We have a huge shop in the heart of Sherborne with high street one end and access and parking at the rear. We are open Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm

Description
6109

Late 18thc Mahogany Bureau

This elegant late 18th century mahogany bureau is a testament to the craftsmanship of its era. Its rich, warm colour and deep patina are a result of decades of careful use. Brass handles add a touch of sophistication, while the fitted interior offers practical storage. The bureau stands on sturdy bracket feet, providing a stable base.  

fig 1. An antique mahogany bureau featuring a fall-front writing slope above four graduated drawers with brass drop handles and escutcheons.
fig 1. Late 18thc Mahogany Bureau

Dimensions:

Width: 33 inches (84 cm)

Height: 41 inches (104 cm)

Depth: 20 inches (50 cm)

Items can be delivered by independent carrier but please note NOT all items are at 31 Cheap Street. Please call before visiting the showroom especially if you are coming a long way

Date of Manufacture

Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture has dated this Antique Mahogany Bureau to the 18th Century.

Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
84cm (33.07")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1089072
Dealers Internal Ref
6109
Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2010
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture Profile Page

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Late 18thc Mahogany Bureau

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Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture
Telephone 01935 815 209
Location
31 Cheap Street
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 3PU
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/pp
Verified Since Mar 2010
Items For Sale 164
Items Sold 2,030
Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture
Verified Since Mar 2010
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Location: 31 Cheap Street, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3PU, United Kingdom
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An antique mahogany bureau featuring a fall-front writing slope above four graduated drawers with brass drop handles and escutcheons.
Late 18thc Mahogany Bureau
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An antique mahogany bureau featuring a fall-front writing slope above four graduated drawers with brass drop handles and escutcheons.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFall-front writing slope, Graduated drawers, Brass drop handles, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 104 cm (41 in) x W 84 cm (33 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

FAQs

Cabinet makers predominantly used solid and veneered mahogany, often supported by secondary timbers like oak or pine for internal drawer linings, paired with cast brass hardware.

Authentic pieces exhibit period construction techniques such as hand-cut dovetails on the drawer joints, traditional timber shrinkage, hand-forged or cast brasses, and genuine age-related patination on the wood.

An antique bureau functions effectively as a practical workspace or focal point in a living room, study, or bedroom, contrasting warm timber tones against contemporary minimalist decor.

Maintain antique mahogany by keeping it out of direct sunlight, avoiding extreme humidity fluctuations, and periodically applying traditional beeswax to nourish the timber without damaging the finish.

The bureau desk evolved in the late 17th century and became exceptionally popular during the Georgian era, combining a slant-front writing surface with functional drawers below for home administration and correspondence.
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