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George III Walnut Bureau
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George III Walnut Bureau

18th century
Sold 2 December 2025 · Hingstons of Wilton
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George III walnut bureau

This elegant George III walnut bureau is a fine example of late 18th-century craftsmanship. Beautifully figured walnut veneers highlight the natural grain, complemented by original brass handles and escutcheons. The sloping fall front opens to reveal a fitted interior with small drawers, cupboard, secret compartments and pigeonholes, providing both charm and practicality. The interior also features a finely tooled leather writing surface, making it not only a statement piece but also highly functional. Beneath, four graduated drawers offer generous storage, all set upon shaped bracket feet. A timeless piece of English antique furniture, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts alike. “There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man’s lawful prey.”

Dimensions:

96cms widest at feet 38ins

53cms deep 23ins

104cms high 41ins

UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with. George III walnut bureau is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Guarantee

This George III walnut bureau carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Hingstons Distance selling policy.

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

Items remain on sale until payment is received.

Physical Dimensions
Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this George III Walnut Bureau to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1167201
Dealers Notes

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please take into account the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before making a decision if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique that has to meet the criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Beware of cheaper imitations.

DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd are covered under the Distance Selling Regulations, which give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 7 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less RETURN transport costs.

Description
George III walnut bureau

This elegant George III walnut bureau is a fine example of late 18th-century craftsmanship.

“
Beautifully figured walnut veneers highlight the natural grain, complemented by original brass handles and escutcheons.
Hingstons of Wilton

The sloping fall front opens to reveal a fitted interior with small drawers, cupboard, secret compartments and pigeonholes, providing both charm and practicality. The interior also features a finely tooled leather writing surface, making it not only a statement piece but also highly functional. Beneath, four graduated drawers offer generous storage, all set upon shaped bracket feet. A timeless piece of English antique furniture, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts alike. “There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man’s lawful prey.”

fig 1. A front-facing view of a polished wooden George III bureau featuring a sloping fall-front writing flap and four graduated drawers with brass handles.
fig 1. George III Walnut Bureau

Dimensions:

96cms widest at feet 38ins

53cms deep 23ins

104cms high 41ins

UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

fig 2. A front-facing view of a polished wooden George III bureau featuring a sloping fall-front writing flap and four graduated drawers with brass handles.
fig 2. George III Walnut Bureau

On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with. George III walnut bureau is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.

fig 3. A front-facing view of a polished wooden George III bureau featuring a sloping fall-front writing flap and four graduated drawers with brass handles.
fig 3. George III Walnut Bureau

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Guarantee

This George III walnut bureau carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

fig 4. A front-facing view of a polished wooden George III bureau featuring a sloping fall-front writing flap and four graduated drawers with brass handles.
fig 4. George III Walnut Bureau

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.

fig 5. A front-facing view of a polished wooden George III bureau featuring a sloping fall-front writing flap and four graduated drawers with brass handles.
fig 5. George III Walnut Bureau

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

fig 6. A front-facing view of a polished wooden George III bureau featuring a sloping fall-front writing flap and four graduated drawers with brass handles.
fig 6. George III Walnut Bureau

Hingstons Distance selling policy.

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

fig 7. A front-facing view of a polished wooden George III bureau featuring a sloping fall-front writing flap and four graduated drawers with brass handles.
fig 7. George III Walnut Bureau

Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

Items remain on sale until payment is received.

Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this George III Walnut Bureau to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1167201
Hingstons of Wilton
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2010
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Hingstons of Wilton Profile Page

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George III Walnut Bureau

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A front-facing view of a polished wooden George III bureau featuring a sloping fall-front writing flap and four graduated drawers with brass handles.
George III walnut bureau
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass, Oak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSlant front fall, Graduated drawers, Brass drop handles, Escutcheons
  • SizeH 104 cm (41 in) x W 96 cm (38 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

The George III period spanned from 1760 to 1820, characterised by a transition from heavier early Georgian proportions to more refined, classical designs influenced by architects like Robert Adam.

These pieces typically feature solid oak or pine carcases veneered in highly figured walnut, often enhanced with crossbanding, featherbanding, and hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers.

Authentication relies on examining timber shrinkage, hand-forged iron or brass fixings, period-appropriate lock mechanisms, and construction inconsistencies consistent with hand-tooling.

Positioning the bureau against a neutral wall allows its rich wood grain to serve as a focal point, pairing effectively with both contemporary minimalist seating and traditional decor.

Maintenance requires keeping the timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources, applying periodic applications of traditional beeswax, and avoiding silicone-based polishes.
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