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19th Century Dutch Burr Walnut Bombe Bureau
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19th Century Dutch Burr Walnut Bombe Bureau

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This 19th Century handsome bureau is a perfect addition to any space, striking the ideal balance between functionality and aesthetics. With its neat size, it boasts an eye-catching design that is sure to impress. The fall flap opens gracefully to unveil a thoughtfully organized selection of pigeonholes, a spacious writing surface, and small drawers for added storage. Below, three larger drawers provide ample room for documents and supplies, ensuring everything has its place. The bureau's front features a fantastic patina, enhancing its antique charm, while the elegant claw and ball front legs add a touch of sophistication. This piece is not only practical but also a statement of style that will elevate your home or office decor.

Physical Dimensions
Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
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Pap Antiques and Restoration Ltd has dated this Dutch Burr Walnut Bureau to the 19th Century.

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SA1129198
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This 19th Century handsome bureau is a perfect addition to any space, striking the ideal balance between functionality and aesthetics. With its neat size, it boasts an eye-catching design that is sure to impress.
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The fall flap opens gracefully to unveil a thoughtfully organized selection of pigeonholes, a spacious writing surface, and small drawers for added storage.
Pap Antiques and Restoration Ltd

Below, three larger drawers provide ample room for documents and supplies, ensuring everything has its place. The bureau's front features a fantastic patina, enhancing its antique charm, while the elegant claw and ball front legs add a touch of sophistication. This piece is not only practical but also a statement of style that will elevate your home or office decor.

Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

Pap Antiques and Restoration Ltd has dated this Dutch Burr Walnut Bureau to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1129198
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A 19th-century Dutch burr walnut bombe bureau featuring an open slant-front writing surface revealing internal drawers and pigeonholes above three wide serpentine drawers.
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Archive I A 19th-century Dutch burr walnut bombe bureau featuring an open slant-front writing surface revealing internal drawers and pigeonholes above three wide serpentine drawers.

19th Century Dutch Burr Walnut Bombe Bureau

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3 Ward Road
Sandy Lane Industrial Estate
Stourport-on-Severn
Worcestershire
DY13 9QB
United Kingdom
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A 19th-century Dutch burr walnut bombe bureau featuring an open slant-front writing surface revealing internal drawers and pigeonholes above three wide serpentine drawers.
19th Century Dutch Burr Walnut Bombe Bureau
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A 19th-century Dutch burr walnut bombe bureau featuring an open slant-front writing surface revealing internal drawers and pigeonholes above three wide serpentine drawers.
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  • ObjectWriting Bureau
  • Period19th century
  • StyleDutch Rococo
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBombe shaped profile, Burr walnut veneer, Claw and ball feet, Fitted interior pigeonholes
  • SizeH 105 cm (41 in) x W 104 cm (41 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

This 19th-century Dutch Rococo writing bureau is made from warm brown burr walnut veneer with brass handles and escutcheons. The bombe-shaped profile holds three serpentine drawers over claw and ball front feet, while the hinged slant-front opens to reveal fitted interior pigeonholes and small drawers. A patina covers the timber surfaces, showing signs of antique age and use. Dimensions are 105 cm high, 104 cm wide, and 52 cm deep. In a home today, this piece provides writing and storage space in a study, library, or living room. The fall front folds down to create a practical desk surface, and the lower drawers store paperwork, stationery, and household items. The fitted interior compartments organise letters and small accessories, keeping the workspace tidy while adding traditional character to the room.

A Dutch bombe bureau is a writing desk characterised by a swollen or convex lower section housing drawers, topped with a sloped drop-front lid that opens to reveal a fitted writing compartment.

These bureaus typically feature dense timber frames veneered with highly figured burr walnut, oak drawer linings, and cast brass hardware including drop handles and keyhole escutcheons.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, oak or pine secondary timbers, natural shrinkage lines in thin veneers, original handle placement markings, and hand-carved claw-and-ball feet.

Position the bureau against a central wall in a study, hallway, or living area, pairing its dark figure with light neutral walls and understated contemporary lighting to contrast historic craftsmanship with modern space.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent veneer lifting or fading. Regular dusting with a soft microfibre cloth and occasional light applications of beeswax will protect the polished surface finish.
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