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Quality British Oak! a Lovely Georgian Oak Bureau.
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Quality British Oak! a Lovely Georgian Oak Bureau.

18th century
Sold 24 April 2025 · Designer Antiques4u
This “Quality British Oak! a Lovely Georgian Oak Bureau” found a buyer.

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Quality British oak! A lovely Georgian oak bureau with a fall front opening to an interior fitted with small drawers and pigeonholes in lovely original condition. The main body of the bureau has four drawers of graduated depths and is fitted with brass swan neck handles. The bureau is supported on bracket feet. This is a well-made practical and sturdy piece of furniture with a lovely rich colour to the wood. Please see the other antique, vintage and retro furniture we have listed.

Dimensions- total height 108cm, working height 77cm, closed depth 54cm and open depth 87cm

Date of Manufacture

Designer Antiques4u has dated this Georgian Oak Bureau to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1132811
Dealers Internal Reference
HF1444
Description
Quality British oak! A lovely Georgian oak bureau with a fall front opening to an interior fitted with small drawers and pigeonholes in lovely original condition.
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The main body of the bureau has four drawers of graduated depths and is fitted with brass swan neck handles.
Designer Antiques4u

The bureau is supported on bracket feet. This is a well-made practical and sturdy piece of furniture with a lovely rich colour to the wood. Please see the other antique, vintage and retro furniture we have listed.

Dimensions- total height 108cm, working height 77cm, closed depth 54cm and open depth 87cm

Date of Manufacture

Designer Antiques4u has dated this Georgian Oak Bureau to the Georgian era.

Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1132811
Dealers Internal Ref
HF1444
Designer Antiques4u
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2020
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Designer Antiques4u Profile Page

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A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Quality British Oak! a Lovely Georgian Oak Bureau.

Archive II A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View II
Archive III A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View III
Archive IV A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View IV
Archive V A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View V
Archive VI A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View VI
Archive VII A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View VII
Archive VIII A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View VIII
Archive IX A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View IX
Archive X A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View X
Archive XI A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XI
Archive XII A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XII
Archive XIII A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XIII
Archive XIV A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XIV
Archive XV A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XV
Archive XVI A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XVI
Archive XVII A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XVII
Archive XVIII A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XVIII
Archive XIX A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XIX
Archive XX A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XX
Archive XXI A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XXI
Archive XXII A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XXII
Archive XXIII A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XXIII
Archive XXIV A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XXIV
Archive XXV A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XXV
Archive XXVI A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XXVI
Archive XXVII A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XXVII
Archive XXVIII A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XXVIII
Archive XXIX A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XXIX
Archive XXX A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers. View XXX
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A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers.
Quality British oak! A lovely Georgian oak bureau.
Ref: SA1132811
A front-facing view of a brown oak Georgian bureau with its fall-front desk flap open to display internal pigeonholes and small drawers above two larger exterior drawers.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks & Secretaries
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFall-front writing flap, Internal pigeonholes, Brass drop handles, Dovetailed drawers
  • SizeH 108 cm (43 in) x W 96 cm (38 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

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A Georgian oak bureau is an 18th-century writing cabinet featuring a hinged sloping flap that opens to reveal a fitted interior with pigeonholes and small drawers, typically positioned above external storage drawers.

These pieces are predominantly constructed from solid English oak, often incorporating secondary softwoods for internal drawer linings, hand-cut dovetail joints, brass drop handles, and traditional panelled construction.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery such as hand-cut dovetailing, pegged joints, historical tool marks, oxidised brass hardware, and timber patination consistent with age.

An antique bureau provides a practical writing station and focal point in modern spaces by pairing it with minimalist seating to create a balanced contrast between historical craftsmanship and contemporary decor.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight, periodically applying traditional beeswax to nourish the timber, and dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth.
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