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Rare George I Oak Corner Bureau C1720-30
Mews Antiques
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Rare George I Oak Corner Bureau C1720-30

18th century
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This is a Rare Antique George I Oak Corner Bureau c1720-30. A lovely piece raised on short turned legs with a large lower cupboard with double doors and a key to the lower door as well as the upper flap. The writing slope supports are unusual and pull out to support the flap when it is down. Internally there are a pair of drawer with pigeon holes above although I think at some point i need to find a pigeon to put in one at some point. There is also a lower section as is all bureau's of this period for stuff, writing impliments probably. It has great patination and a lovely mellow colour.

Physical Dimensions
Height
106cm (41.73")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
80cm (31.50")
Declaration

Mews Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Corner Bureau to the 1700s.

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SA1120483
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Stock No 1116
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This is a Rare Antique George I Oak Corner Bureau c1720-30.
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A lovely piece raised on short turned legs with a large lower cupboard with double doors and a key to the lower door as well as the upper flap.
Mews Antiques

The writing slope supports are unusual and pull out to support the flap when it is down. Internally there are a pair of drawer with pigeon holes above although I think at some point i need to find a pigeon to put in one at some point. There is also a lower section as is all bureau's of this period for stuff, writing impliments probably. It has great patination and a lovely mellow colour.

Height
106cm (41.73")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
80cm (31.50")
Date of Manufacture

Mews Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Corner Bureau to the 1700s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1120483
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock No 1116
Mews Antiques
Mews Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2025

We are are antique furniture dealers specialising in arts and crafts furniture but not solely.

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Archive I A George I period warm brown oak corner bureau featuring a slant-front writing slope, brass escutcheon, and double-door lower cupboard.

RARE GEORGE I OAK CORNER BUREAU c1720-30

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A George I period warm brown oak corner bureau featuring a slant-front writing slope, brass escutcheon, and double-door lower cupboard.
RARE GEORGE I OAK CORNER BUREAU c1720-30
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A George I period corner bureau dates from approximately 1714 to 1727, characterised by a space-saving triangular rear profile designed to fit room corners. These pieces typically feature a sloping fall-front writing surface, brass hardware, and lower storage enclosed by panelled doors or drawers.

Primary woods during the early 18th century included native English oak and walnut, often paired with secondary woods like pine or fruitwood for drawer linings. Construction techniques featured hand-cut dovetail joints, peg construction, and cast brass escutcheon plates.

Authentic pieces exhibit uneven wear patterns, hand-planed secondary timbers, and original iron or brass fixings showing natural oxidisation. Internal drawer construction will reveal wide, hand-cut dovetails and shrinkage gaps consistent with centuries of timber movement.

A corner bureau effectively utilises underused alcoves or room corners in a study, hallway, or living room. It pairs well with a modern accent chair and minimalist brass desk lamps, offering an enclosed workspace that conceals clutter when closed.

Preserve oak furniture by applying a high-quality beeswax paste once or twice a year to maintain moisture and patina. Keep the piece clear of direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber warping or uneven fading.
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