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Early 18th Century Solid Oak Bureau Bookcase Cabinet
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Early 18th Century Solid Oak Bureau Bookcase Cabinet

18th century
Sold 10 July 2025 · Mersham Manor Antiques
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Description

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A charming early 18th century George II solid oak bureau cabinet/bookcase.

c1720.

The bureau section has a fall-front which opens to reveal a fitted interior, with an arrangement of several pigeon hole compartments, over four solid oak small drawers flanking a small central door with the original brass escutcheon opening to reveal a storage space. This is over a chest of four graduating solid oak drawers of dove-tail construction.

The top section has two doors having fielded panelled fronts, with ornate brass escutcheons. With a moulded cornice above. The doors open to reveal a fitted interior, featuring two fixed oak shelves, several pigeon hole compartments, over four solid oak small storage drawers, with original sliding candle stand.

With original working keys to bookcase and bureau.

The bookcase has developed a wonderful rich colour and characterful patina.

Standing on bracket feet.

In excellent antique condition, with expected general signs of age and use, minor knocks and bumps. Very attractive replacement brass Georgian handles, slightly later than the bookcase. All drawers are original internally and open smoothly and easily. All very solid, sturdy and strong.

The top can be removed from the bureau section.

The dimensions are taken at highest, widest and deepest points.

Height-205cm.

Width-96cm.

Depth-54cm.

Internal shelves.

Width-cm Depth-cm

Height to underside of desk area-73.5cm.

DELIVERY.

If courier delivery is required we are happy to give you a quote.

VIEWING.

Viewings are available at our showroom in Kent, please contact us to make an appointment-thanks.

COLLECTION.

Collection in person is very welcome. We are happy to assist with loading.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about this item.

Physical Dimensions
Height
205cm (80.71")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

Mersham Manor Antiques has dated this Early Oak Bureau Bookcase to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1104480
Description
-Welcome to Mersham Manor Antiques-

A charming early 18th century George II solid oak bureau cabinet/bookcase.

c1720.

The bureau section has a fall-front which opens to reveal a fitted interior, with an arrangement of several pigeon hole compartments, over four solid oak small drawers flanking a small central door with the original brass escutcheon opening to reveal a storage space. This is over a chest of four graduating solid oak drawers of dove-tail construction.

The top section has two doors having fielded panelled fronts, with ornate brass escutcheons. With a moulded cornice above.

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The doors open to reveal a fitted interior, featuring two fixed oak shelves, several pigeon hole compartments, over four solid oak small storage drawers, with original sliding candle stand.
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fig 1. An early 18th-century solid oak bureau bookcase with open upper shelving, a fall-front writing desk, and multiple lower drawers featuring brass drop handles.
fig 1. Early 18th Century Solid Oak Bureau Bookcase Cabinet

With original working keys to bookcase and bureau.

The bookcase has developed a wonderful rich colour and characterful patina.

Standing on bracket feet.

In excellent antique condition, with expected general signs of age and use, minor knocks and bumps. Very attractive replacement brass Georgian handles, slightly later than the bookcase. All drawers are original internally and open smoothly and easily. All very solid, sturdy and strong.

fig 2. An early 18th-century solid oak bureau bookcase with open upper shelving, a fall-front writing desk, and multiple lower drawers featuring brass drop handles.
fig 2. Early 18th Century Solid Oak Bureau Bookcase Cabinet

The top can be removed from the bureau section.

The dimensions are taken at highest, widest and deepest points.

Height-205cm.

Width-96cm.

Depth-54cm.

Internal shelves.

Width-cm Depth-cm

Height to underside of desk area-73.5cm.

fig 3. An early 18th-century solid oak bureau bookcase with open upper shelving, a fall-front writing desk, and multiple lower drawers featuring brass drop handles.
fig 3. Early 18th Century Solid Oak Bureau Bookcase Cabinet

DELIVERY.

If courier delivery is required we are happy to give you a quote.

VIEWING.

Viewings are available at our showroom in Kent, please contact us to make an appointment-thanks.

COLLECTION.

Collection in person is very welcome. We are happy to assist with loading.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about this item.

Height
205cm (80.71")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

Mersham Manor Antiques has dated this Early Oak Bureau Bookcase to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1104480
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Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2013

Specialists in fine english furniture

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Early 18th Century Solid Oak Bureau Bookcase Cabinet

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Telephone 07510 50 33 44 or 07590 50 33 44
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Mersham
Ashford
Kent
TN25 6NR
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Nov 2013
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An early 18th-century solid oak bureau bookcase with open upper shelving, a fall-front writing desk, and multiple lower drawers featuring brass drop handles.
Early 18th Century Solid Oak Bureau Bookcase Cabinet
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An early 18th-century solid oak bureau bookcase with open upper shelving, a fall-front writing desk, and multiple lower drawers featuring brass drop handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCabinets & Bureaux
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFall-front writing flap, Pigeonhole interior, Brass drop handles, Raised panel doors
  • SizeH 205 cm (81 in) x W 96 cm (38 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

FAQs

A bureau bookcase is a dual-purpose piece of furniture combining a slant-front writing desk with a shelved upper cabinet for books or display, popular in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Early 18th-century cabinet makers predominantly used native timbers such as solid oak, walnut, and elm, often complemented by hand-beaten brasses and dovetail joinery.

Authenticity is identified through hand-cut dovetails, timber shrinkage patterns, period-correct brass hardware, pegged joints, and natural patination accumulated over centuries of use.

An antique bureau bookcase serves as a striking focal point in a study or living room, pairing well with minimalist contemporary decor to highlight its historical craftsmanship and rich grain.

Preserve antique oak by maintaining stable indoor humidity levels away from direct heat sources, avoiding silicone-based polishes, and periodically feeding the wood with traditional beeswax.
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