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Antique 18th Century Rosewood Bureau Bookcase
London City Antiques
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£12,500
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Antique 18th Century Rosewood Bureau Bookcase

18th century
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Antique 18th century rosewood bureau bookcase having a magnificent top section with a shaped moulded swan neck pediment, two shaped doors both with original mirrors which open to reveal the most superior quality fitted interior of drawers, pigeon holes, adjustable shelves and original pull-out candle slides and boasting serpentine shaped ends. The exquisite base having an exceptional cross banded fall opening to reveal an outstandingly designed and crafted fully fitted interior with drawers including secret drawers, pigeon holes and shelves above an eight drawer base with a central cupboard door. It stands on original bracket feet with serpentine ends and original working keys.

This marvellous all original example has an abundance of fine features and boasts the most superior colour and patination.

Dimensions:

Height 242 cm (95.27 in)

Width 123 cm (48.43 in)

Depth 58.5 cm (23.03 in)

To writing surface 79 cm (31.10 in)

Dated 1780

Physical Dimensions
Height
242cm (95.28")
Width
123cm (48.43")
Depth
58.5cm (23.03")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Antique Rosewood Bureau Bookcase to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1167209
Dealers Internal Reference
2366
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Description
Antique 18th century rosewood bureau bookcase having a magnificent top section with a shaped moulded swan neck pediment, two shaped doors both with original mirrors which open to reveal the most superior quality fitted interior of drawers, pigeon holes, adjustable shelves and original pull-out candle slides and boasting serpentine shaped ends. The exquisite base having an exceptional cross banded fall opening to reveal an outstandingly designed and crafted fully fitted interior with drawers including secret drawers, pigeon holes and shelves above an eight drawer base with a central cupboard door. It stands on original bracket feet with serpentine ends and original working keys.
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This marvellous all original example has an abundance of fine features and boasts the most superior colour and patination.
London City Antiques

Dimensions:

Height 242 cm (95.27 in)

Width 123 cm (48.43 in)

Depth 58.5 cm (23.03 in)

To writing surface 79 cm (31.10 in)

Dated 1780

Height
242cm (95.28")
Width
123cm (48.43")
Depth
58.5cm (23.03")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Antique Rosewood Bureau Bookcase to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1167209
Dealers Internal Ref
2366
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet.
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Archive I An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet.

Antique 18th Century Rosewood Bureau Bookcase

Archive II An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet. View II
Archive III An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet.
Archive V An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet. View VII
Archive VIII An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet. View VIII
Archive IX An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet. View IX
Archive X An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet. View X
Archive XI An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet. View XI
Archive XII An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet. View XII
Archive XIII An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet. View XIII
Archive XIV An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet. View XIV
Archive XV An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet. View XV
Archive XVI An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet. View XVI
Archive XVII An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet. View XVII
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An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet.
Antique 18th Century Rosewood Bureau Bookcase
Ref: SA1167209
An 18th-century dark rosewood bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment top, mirrored double doors, a fall-front writing slant, and a lower drawer section with a central kneehole cabinet.
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An 18th-century bureau bookcase combines a slant-front writing desk with a tall upper cabinet for books or displays. Originating in the late seventeenth century, these dual-purpose forms feature interior small drawers, secret compartments, and architectural top mouldings such as broken or swan-neck pediments.

These pieces were built using dense hardwoods such as rosewood, mahogany, and walnut, often laid as veneers over solid oak or pine carcasses. Interior fittings incorporated hand-cut dovetail joints, cast brass hardware, and original silvered glass panels in the door frames.

Authentic pieces feature hand-sawn backboards, irregular dovetail jointing on drawer construction, and historical wear around keyholes and drop handles. Original mirror plates typically exhibit oxidisation or clouding consistent with aged mercury glass.

Positioning a large bureau bookcase as a focal statement piece works well against neutral or dark paint palettes. Integrating contemporary art, modern desk accessories, or modern lighting creates a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern design.

Position the piece away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent wood cracking or veneer movement. Dust regularly with a clean lint-free cloth and apply high-grade beeswax sparingly to maintain the original patination.
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