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Stylish, 19th Century Rosewood - Inlaid, Blonde Walnut Continental Bureau (Secretaire)
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Stylish, 19th Century Rosewood - Inlaid, Blonde Walnut Continental Bureau (Secretaire)

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Circa 1830. Early 19th century rosewood-inlaid, blonde walnut Continental bureau(secretaire). The polished top with boxwood inlay and rosewood crossbanding. The similarly decorated flap with a large cast brass escutcheon and inlaid star opening to a fitted interior with oak lined inlaid drawers with brass knobs. The three inlaid drawers with oak liners, brass escutcheons and unusual brass drop handles. All supported on square tapering feet .North European, possibly Italian.

Physical Dimensions
Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
101cm (39.76")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this Blonde Walnut Writing Bureau to the 19th Century.

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SA1160633
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34091
Description
Circa 1830. Early 19th century rosewood-inlaid, blonde walnut Continental bureau(secretaire). The polished top with boxwood inlay and rosewood crossbanding.
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The similarly decorated flap with a large cast brass escutcheon and inlaid star opening to a fitted interior with oak lined inlaid drawers with brass knobs.
Georgian Antiques

The three inlaid drawers with oak liners, brass escutcheons and unusual brass drop handles. All supported on square tapering feet .North European, possibly Italian.

Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
101cm (39.76")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Blonde Walnut Writing Bureau to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1160633
Dealers Internal Ref
34091
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A 19th-century blonde walnut slant-front bureau featuring rosewood inlay, a central star motif on the lid, and three long drawers with decorative metal handles.
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Archive I A 19th-century blonde walnut slant-front bureau featuring rosewood inlay, a central star motif on the lid, and three long drawers with decorative metal handles.

Stylish, 19th century rosewood - inlaid, blonde walnut Continental bureau (secretaire)

Archive II A 19th-century blonde walnut slant-front bureau featuring rosewood inlay, a central star motif on the lid, and three long drawers with decorative metal handles. View II
Archive III A 19th-century blonde walnut slant-front bureau featuring rosewood inlay, a central star motif on the lid, and three long drawers with decorative metal handles. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century blonde walnut slant-front bureau featuring rosewood inlay, a central star motif on the lid, and three long drawers with decorative metal handles. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century blonde walnut slant-front bureau featuring rosewood inlay, a central star motif on the lid, and three long drawers with decorative metal handles. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century blonde walnut slant-front bureau featuring rosewood inlay, a central star motif on the lid, and three long drawers with decorative metal handles. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century blonde walnut slant-front bureau featuring rosewood inlay, a central star motif on the lid, and three long drawers with decorative metal handles. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century blonde walnut slant-front bureau featuring rosewood inlay, a central star motif on the lid, and three long drawers with decorative metal handles. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century blonde walnut slant-front bureau featuring rosewood inlay, a central star motif on the lid, and three long drawers with decorative metal handles. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century blonde walnut slant-front bureau featuring rosewood inlay, a central star motif on the lid, and three long drawers with decorative metal handles. View X
Archive XI A 19th-century blonde walnut slant-front bureau featuring rosewood inlay, a central star motif on the lid, and three long drawers with decorative metal handles. View XI
Archive XII A 19th-century blonde walnut slant-front bureau featuring rosewood inlay, a central star motif on the lid, and three long drawers with decorative metal handles. View XII
Archive XIII A 19th-century blonde walnut slant-front bureau featuring rosewood inlay, a central star motif on the lid, and three long drawers with decorative metal handles. View XIII
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A 19th-century blonde walnut slant-front bureau featuring rosewood inlay, a central star motif on the lid, and three long drawers with decorative metal handles.
Stylish, 19th century rosewood - inlaid, blonde walnut Continental bureau (secretaire)
Ref: SA1160633
A 19th-century blonde walnut slant-front bureau featuring rosewood inlay, a central star motif on the lid, and three long drawers with decorative metal handles.
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A 19th-century Continental bureau is characterised by a sloping writing flap that opens to reveal internal drawers and compartments, positioned above a chest of lower drawers. These pieces often feature contrasting wood veneers, geometric inlays, and classical proportions typical of European cabinetry from this era.

Cabinetmakers commonly constructed the primary frame from softwoods or oak, applying exterior veneers of walnut, rosewood, or fruitwood. Dovetail joints were standard for drawer construction, accompanied by hand-cast brass or metal lock mechanisms and decorative escutcheons.

Authentic pieces display hand-sawn timber marks, hand-cut dovetail joints on drawer linings, and natural shrinkage cracks along wide timber panels. Additionally, genuine age produces uneven patination around keyholes, handles, and areas subjected to regular contact.

A walnut bureau functions well as a compact home office desk or focal storage chest in a living room, hallway, or study. Pairing the warm timber tones with contemporary lighting or neutral wall shades highlights the woodwork while retaining modern functionality.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth to remove loose particles. To preserve the original finish, apply a thin layer of high-quality beeswax paste annually, buffing gently along the natural grain, and keep the item away from direct sunlight or damp heat sources.
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