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George III Mahogany Bureau Bookcase
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George III Mahogany Bureau Bookcase

18th century
For Sale by LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
Description

A fine George III mahogany bureau bookcase offered in excellent showroom condition. English, Circa 1770.

This beautiful rich mahogany bureau bookcase comes in 2 parts for transport, with the top section having a dentil cornice above 2 mirrored panel doors which open to reveal 3 height adjustable shelves inside.

This sits on a bureau base, with hinged front fall which opens to reveal 6 small drawers and 1 pigeon hole storage, with a green velvet writing surface.

There are 4 graduating drawers below with brass swan neck handles and brass side carry handles.

In great working order, stood on bracket feet.

W 91cm/36"

D 50.5cm/20"

H 205cm/80.75"

D with fall open 82cm/32.5"

Over knee H 71cm/28"

Base H 100cm/39.5"

Bookcase section interior

W 74cm/29"

D 21cm/8.5"

H 93cm/36.5"

Physical Dimensions
Height
205cm (80.71")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
50.5cm (19.88")
Declaration

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this George III Bureau Bookcase to the Georgian era.

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SA1101766
Dealers Internal Reference
WHN230127H
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Description
A fine George III mahogany bureau bookcase offered in excellent showroom condition. English, Circa 1770.

This beautiful rich mahogany bureau bookcase comes in 2 parts for transport, with the top section having a dentil cornice above 2 mirrored panel doors which open to reveal 3 height adjustable shelves inside.

This sits on a bureau base, with hinged front fall which opens to reveal 6 small drawers and 1 pigeon hole storage, with a green velvet writing surface.
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fig 1. A George III mahogany bureau bookcase featuring two glazed doors on the upper section above a slant-front bureau and four graduated drawers with brass handles.
fig 1. George III Mahogany Bureau Bookcase

There are 4 graduating drawers below with brass swan neck handles and brass side carry handles.

In great working order, stood on bracket feet.

W 91cm/36"

D 50.5cm/20"

H 205cm/80.75"

D with fall open 82cm/32.5"

Over knee H 71cm/28"

Base H 100cm/39.5"

Bookcase section interior

W 74cm/29"

D 21cm/8.5"

H 93cm/36.5"

Height
205cm (80.71")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
50.5cm (19.88")
Date of Manufacture

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this George III Bureau Bookcase to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1101766
Dealers Internal Ref
WHN230127H
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

Specialists in all periods of english furniture

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Archive I A George III mahogany bureau bookcase featuring two glazed doors on the upper section above a slant-front bureau and four graduated drawers with brass handles.

George III Mahogany Bureau Bookcase

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A George III mahogany bureau bookcase featuring two glazed doors on the upper section above a slant-front bureau and four graduated drawers with brass handles.
George III Mahogany Bureau Bookcase
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

A George III bureau bookcase is a dual-purpose piece of English case furniture created during the reign of King George III (17601820). It combines a lower chest of drawers with a sloping fall-front writing desk and an upper cabinet fitted with shelves for books or display.

These pieces were predominantly constructed from solid and veneered Cuban or West Indian mahogany. Interior drawer linings often utilised oak or pine, while brass hardware such as swan-neck handles and escutcheons were standard fittings.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer construction, uneven oak drawer bottoms, and evidence of historical hand-planing on rear panels. Original period locks, cast brass handles with threaded bolts, and natural timber oxidisation further confirm period authenticity.

Position the piece against a contemporary neutral or dark backdrop in a study, hallway, or living space. Contrast its dark timber tones with modern table lamps, abstract framed artwork, or minimal ceramic styling pieces nearby.

Maintain stable humidity levels to prevent timber shrinkage or veneer cracking, and keep the item away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly along the grain once or twice a year to preserve the patina.
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