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George II Walnut Bureau

18th century
Sold 19 November 2025 · Thakeham Furniture
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Description

Beautiful George II walnut bureau, exhibiting wonderful colour throughout. The cross and feather banded fall opening to reveal a superb interior with an arrangement of pigeon holes and drawers, above a sliding well. Two short and two long drawers below, fitted with pierced brass handles and escutcheons. Raised on shaped bracket feet.

Circa. 1730

Physical Dimensions
Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
88cm (34.65")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Thakeham Furniture has dated this George II Walnut Bureau to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1166003
Dealers Internal Reference
7557
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Description
Beautiful George II walnut bureau, exhibiting wonderful colour throughout.
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The cross and feather banded fall opening to reveal a superb interior with an arrangement of pigeon holes and drawers, above a sliding well.
Thakeham Furniture

Two short and two long drawers below, fitted with pierced brass handles and escutcheons. Raised on shaped bracket feet.

Circa. 1730

Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
88cm (34.65")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Thakeham Furniture has dated this George II Walnut Bureau to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1166003
Dealers Internal Ref
7557
Thakeham Furniture
Thakeham Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2013

Specialists in fine georgian furniture

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Thakeham Furniture Profile Page

Trade Associations

Thakeham Furniture is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A front-facing view of a George II walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front lid above four graduated drawers, supported on bracket feet with brass hardware. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George II Walnut Bureau

Archive II A front-facing view of a George II walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front lid above four graduated drawers, supported on bracket feet with brass hardware. View II
Archive III A front-facing view of a George II walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front lid above four graduated drawers, supported on bracket feet with brass hardware. View III
Archive IV A front-facing view of a George II walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front lid above four graduated drawers, supported on bracket feet with brass hardware. View IV
Archive V A front-facing view of a George II walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front lid above four graduated drawers, supported on bracket feet with brass hardware. View V
Archive VI A front-facing view of a George II walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front lid above four graduated drawers, supported on bracket feet with brass hardware. View VI
Archive VII A front-facing view of a George II walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front lid above four graduated drawers, supported on bracket feet with brass hardware. View VII
Archive VIII A front-facing view of a George II walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front lid above four graduated drawers, supported on bracket feet with brass hardware. View VIII
Archive IX A front-facing view of a George II walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front lid above four graduated drawers, supported on bracket feet with brass hardware. View IX
Archive X A front-facing view of a George II walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front lid above four graduated drawers, supported on bracket feet with brass hardware. View X
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Tim, Belinda and Harriet Chavasse
Thakeham Furniture Ltd
Blakers Yard
Worthing Road
Dial Post
Nr Horsham
West Sussex
RH13 8NH
United Kingdom
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A front-facing view of a George II walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front lid above four graduated drawers, supported on bracket feet with brass hardware.
George II walnut bureau
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A front-facing view of a George II walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front lid above four graduated drawers, supported on bracket feet with brass hardware.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge II
  • MaterialWalnut, Oak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFall-front slant lid, Graduated drawers, Bracket feet, Book-matched veneers
  • SizeH 99 cm (39 in) x W 88 cm (35 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

FAQs

The George II period spans from 1727 to 1760, characterised by a transition from heavier walnut designs featuring cabriole legs and pad feet to more refined architectural proportions, often incorporating mahogany and intricate veneers as cabinet-making techniques advanced.

These pieces typically utilized native timbers like oak or pine for carcase construction and drawer linings, faced with highly figured decorative veneers such as walnut or burr walnut. Construction features hand-cut dovetails on drawer boxes, pegged joints, and solid brass bat-wing or plate handles with matching escutcheons.

Authenticity is determined by examining the timber shrinkage, hand-cut dovetail joints, the presence of secondary woods like oak or deal internally, and hand-forged or cast brass hardware. Natural oxidisation, candle burns, and historic tool marks inside the pigeonholes further support period origin.

A period bureau adds rich texture and warmth to modern spaces when paired with minimalist upholstery, neutral wall colours, and contemporary art to create a balanced contrast between old and new.

Maintain stable indoor humidity levels between 40-60 percent and avoid placing the item in direct sunlight or near heat sources to prevent veneer lifting and timber cracking. Apply a traditional microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish the wood and protect the historic polish.
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