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Antique Oak Bureau Presentation Desk Dated 1920
MebleinUK
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Antique Oak Bureau Presentation Desk Dated 1920

1900 - 1920
For Sale by MebleinUK
Description

A charming solid oak bureau dating from the early 20th century, presented in excellent original condition.

This piece bears a brass presentation plaque inscribed:

“Presented to T.H. Meale by the Staff, W.R. Asylum on his retirement, July 31st, 1924.” — adding both provenance and character.

The bureau features a fall-front writing surface that opens to reveal neatly arranged compartments and pigeonholes for letters and stationery.

Below are three drawers with their original brass handles and locks, offering generous storage.

The front is decorated with geometric moulded panels, and the piece stands on turned legs united by shaped stretchers.

A beautiful and practical example of early 20th-century English craftsmanship — elegant, functional, and full of history.

Physical Dimensions
Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Declaration

MebleinUK has dated this Antique Oak Bureau Desk to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1170362
Dealers Internal Reference
A331
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Description
A charming solid oak bureau dating from the early 20th century, presented in excellent original condition.

This piece bears a brass presentation plaque inscribed:

“Presented to T.H. Meale by the Staff, W.R. Asylum on his retirement, July 31st, 1924.” — adding both provenance and character.

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The bureau features a fall-front writing surface that opens to reveal neatly arranged compartments and pigeonholes for letters and stationery.
MebleinUK
fig 1. An antique dark oak writing bureau featuring a geometric panel slant lid above drawers with brass teardrop handles and turned legs.
fig 1. Antique Oak Bureau Presentation Desk Dated 1920

Below are three drawers with their original brass handles and locks, offering generous storage.

The front is decorated with geometric moulded panels, and the piece stands on turned legs united by shaped stretchers.

A beautiful and practical example of early 20th-century English craftsmanship — elegant, functional, and full of history.

Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Date of Manufacture

MebleinUK has dated this Antique Oak Bureau Desk to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1170362
Dealers Internal Ref
A331
MebleinUK
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Jacobean Revival furniture from the 1920s recreates 17th-century English woodwork, featuring heavy oak construction, dark finishes, and geometric mouldings. These pieces often incorporate turned spindles, stretchers, and panelled fronts to reflect historic craftsmanship.

These bureaux were predominantly crafted from solid oak or oak veneers over pine frames, complemented by solid brass drop handles or teardrop pulls. Dovetailed drawer joints and mortise and tenon joinery were standard structural elements of the era.

Authentic 1920s pieces typically show genuine wear around the writing flap hinges, natural oxidisation on original brass hardware, and period-appropriate drawer construction. Look for geometric applied mouldings and turned legs characteristic of interwar manufacturing.

Place the bureau against a neutral or dark painted wall in a study or hallway to highlight its rich timber grain. Complement the dark wood with brass desk lighting, contemporary ceramics, and minimalist wall art to balance traditional forms with modern aesthetic elements.

Keep the oak surface clean using a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year following the grain. Avoid placing the furniture near direct heat sources or in fluctuating humidity to prevent the timber from cracking or warping.
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