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Large Antique William and Mary Burr Walnut Herringbone Inlaid Two Part Bureau
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Large Antique William and Mary Burr Walnut Herringbone Inlaid Two Part Bureau

17th century
Sold 16 November 2025 · London City Antiques
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Large antique William and Mary burr walnut Herringbone inlaid two part bureau having a quality burr walnut Herringbone inlaid top above a burr walnut full opening to reveal a fitted interior consisting of 4 drawers, 8 pigeon holes, central door, sliding well and a brown leather writing surface. Its boasts brass carrying handle to the sides above 2 short and 2 long burr walnut Herringbone inlaid oak lined drawers with brass handles and standing on bun feet

A fabulous 17th century example boasting a wonderful colour and aged related patination

Dimensions:

Height 104 cm (40.94 in)

Width 106 cm (41.73 in)

Depth 63 cm (24.80 in)

Height to fall (writing surface) 78.5 cm (30.90 in)

Dated 1680

Physical Dimensions
Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
106cm (41.73")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this William and Mary Burr Walnut Bureau to the 17th Century.

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SA1167844
Dealers Internal Reference
1963
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Large antique William and Mary burr walnut Herringbone inlaid two part bureau having a quality burr walnut Herringbone inlaid top above a burr walnut full opening to reveal a fitted interior consisting of 4 drawers, 8 pigeon holes, central door, sliding well and a brown leather writing surface.
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Its boasts brass carrying handle to the sides above 2 short and 2 long burr walnut Herringbone inlaid oak lined drawers with brass handles and standing on bun feet.
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fig 1. An antique burr walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front desk, herringbone inlay, multiple external drawers, and brass drop handles.
fig 1. Large Antique William and Mary Burr Walnut Herringbone Inlaid Two Part Bureau

A fabulous 17th century example boasting a wonderful colour and aged related patination

Dimensions:

Height 104 cm (40.94 in)

Width 106 cm (41.73 in)

Depth 63 cm (24.80 in)

Height to fall (writing surface) 78.5 cm (30.90 in)

Dated 1680

Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
106cm (41.73")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this William and Mary Burr Walnut Bureau to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1167844
Dealers Internal Ref
1963
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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Archive I An antique burr walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front desk, herringbone inlay, multiple external drawers, and brass drop handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Large Antique William and Mary Burr Walnut Herringbone Inlaid Two Part Bureau

Archive II An antique burr walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front desk, herringbone inlay, multiple external drawers, and brass drop handles. View II
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An antique burr walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front desk, herringbone inlay, multiple external drawers, and brass drop handles.
Large Antique William and Mary Burr Walnut Herringbone Inlaid Two Part Bureau
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An antique burr walnut bureau featuring a sloping fall-front desk, herringbone inlay, multiple external drawers, and brass drop handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks and Bureaux
  • Period17th century
  • StyleWilliam and Mary
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Oak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSloping fall-front lid, Herringbone inlay banding, Burr walnut veneer grain, Brass drop handle hardware
  • SizeH 104 cm (41 in) x W 106 cm (42 in) x D 63 cm (25 in)

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A William and Mary bureau is a piece of antique furniture characterised by a sloping fall-front lid that opens to reveal a fitted interior of compartments and drawers, typically produced during the late 17th to early 18th century.

These pieces frequently utilise native softwoods or oak as a secondary timber, faced with decorative veneers such as burr walnut, accented with intricate herringbone banding, and fitted with brass hardware.

Authenticity is determined by examining hand-cut dovetails, timber shrinkage patterns, period-correct brasses, hand-applied finishes, and the construction methods used within the internal drawer compartments.

An antique bureau functions effectively as a focal point in a living room, hallway, or study, pairing well with modern minimalist seating to create a balanced contrast of eras.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent veneer fading, and periodically applying a microcrystalline wax to nourish the wood surface.
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