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Antique Satinwood Painted Bureau Bookcase (Adam Revival, C.1890)
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Antique Satinwood Painted Bureau Bookcase (Adam Revival, C.1890)

19th century
Sold 30 October 2025 · Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
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Description

A fine antique satinwood painted bureau bookcase (English, Adam Revival, c.1890). The upper section with twin astragal-glazed doors enclosing glass shelves, above a fall-front bureau finely painted with floral swags, ribbons, and a central urn of flowers. The interior fitted with pigeonholes and small drawers over three long drawers, each similarly decorated with hand-painted garlands and neoclassical motifs.

Beautifully executed in satinwood with delicate painted detailing in the manner of Thomas Sheraton, standing on shaped bracket feet. Elegant, refined, and quintessentially late Victorian in interpretation of the Georgian aesthetic.

Highlights

• England, Adam / Sheraton Revival, c.1890

• Satinwood with original hand-painted floral and ribbon decoration

• Astragal-glazed upper doors with interior shelves

• Fall-front bureau with fitted interior

• Three long drawers with brass handles

• Superb colour and rich patina; fine condition throughout

• Elegant proportions; ready to place

Height: 192 cm

Width: 76 cm

Depth: 48 cm

Styling & Placement

An exceptional statement piece for a drawing room, study, or entrance hall. Perfect as both a writing bureau and display cabinet — its light satinwood tones and floral decoration bring warmth and sophistication to traditional or contemporary interiors alike.

Physical Dimensions
Height
192cm (75.59")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors has dated this Painted Satinwood Bureau Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1173533
Description
A fine antique satinwood painted bureau bookcase (English, Adam Revival, c.1890).
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The upper section with twin astragal-glazed doors enclosing glass shelves, above a fall-front bureau finely painted with floral swags, ribbons, and a central urn of flowers.
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors

The interior fitted with pigeonholes and small drawers over three long drawers, each similarly decorated with hand-painted garlands and neoclassical motifs.

fig 1. An upright antique satinwood bureau bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, a sloping fall-front writing surface, three lower drawers, and intricate hand-painted floral swags.
fig 1. Antique Satinwood Painted Bureau Bookcase (Adam Revival, C.1890)

Beautifully executed in satinwood with delicate painted detailing in the manner of Thomas Sheraton, standing on shaped bracket feet. Elegant, refined, and quintessentially late Victorian in interpretation of the Georgian aesthetic.

fig 2. An upright antique satinwood bureau bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, a sloping fall-front writing surface, three lower drawers, and intricate hand-painted floral swags.
fig 2. Antique Satinwood Painted Bureau Bookcase (Adam Revival, C.1890)

Highlights

• England, Adam / Sheraton Revival, c.1890

• Satinwood with original hand-painted floral and ribbon decoration

• Astragal-glazed upper doors with interior shelves

• Fall-front bureau with fitted interior

fig 3. An upright antique satinwood bureau bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, a sloping fall-front writing surface, three lower drawers, and intricate hand-painted floral swags.
fig 3. Antique Satinwood Painted Bureau Bookcase (Adam Revival, C.1890)

• Three long drawers with brass handles

• Superb colour and rich patina; fine condition throughout

• Elegant proportions; ready to place

Height: 192 cm

Width: 76 cm

Depth: 48 cm

Styling & Placement

An exceptional statement piece for a drawing room, study, or entrance hall. Perfect as both a writing bureau and display cabinet — its light satinwood tones and floral decoration bring warmth and sophistication to traditional or contemporary interiors alike.

Height
192cm (75.59")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors has dated this Painted Satinwood Bureau Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1173533
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2012
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An upright antique satinwood bureau bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, a sloping fall-front writing surface, three lower drawers, and intricate hand-painted floral swags. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An upright antique satinwood bureau bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, a sloping fall-front writing surface, three lower drawers, and intricate hand-painted floral swags. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Satinwood Painted Bureau Bookcase (Adam Revival, C.1890)

Archive II An upright antique satinwood bureau bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, a sloping fall-front writing surface, three lower drawers, and intricate hand-painted floral swags. View II
Archive III An upright antique satinwood bureau bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, a sloping fall-front writing surface, three lower drawers, and intricate hand-painted floral swags. View III
Archive IV An upright antique satinwood bureau bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, a sloping fall-front writing surface, three lower drawers, and intricate hand-painted floral swags. View IV
Archive V An upright antique satinwood bureau bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, a sloping fall-front writing surface, three lower drawers, and intricate hand-painted floral swags. View V
Archive VI An upright antique satinwood bureau bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, a sloping fall-front writing surface, three lower drawers, and intricate hand-painted floral swags. View VI
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Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors

Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
Telephone 01446 744271 or 07973 734452
Location
Unit 15
Palmers Vale Business Centre
Palmerston Road
Barry
Glamorgan
CF63 2XA
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/hawkinsbrothersantiques
Verified Since Oct 2012
Items For Sale 142
Items Sold 954
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
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An upright antique satinwood bureau bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, a sloping fall-front writing surface, three lower drawers, and intricate hand-painted floral swags.
Antique Satinwood Painted Bureau Bookcase (Adam Revival, c.1890)
Ref: SA1173533
An upright antique satinwood bureau bookcase featuring glazed upper doors, a sloping fall-front writing surface, three lower drawers, and intricate hand-painted floral swags.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBureau Bookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAdam Revival
  • MaterialSatinwood, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGlazed tracery doors, Fall-front writing desk, Hand-painted floral swags, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 192 cm (76 in) x W 76 cm (30 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

FAQs

The Adam revival style emerged in the late 19th century, drawing heavy inspiration from the neoclassical designs of Robert and James Adam from the 18th century, characterised by symmetry, classical motifs, and delicate painted details.

These pieces were typically constructed from fine hardwoods such as satinwood, mahogany, or pine, often featuring hand-painted floral ornamentation, gilt accents, and brass hardware.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit period-appropriate joinery such as hand-cut dovetails on the drawer construction, natural material ageing, traditional hand-painting techniques, and appropriate hardware wear.

It serves as a striking statement piece in a study or living room, pairing well with neutral walls to highlight the hand-painted motifs and natural wood tones without overwhelming the space.

Maintain the piece by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent the wood from warping or the painted finish from fading, dusting gently with a dry microfibre cloth and avoiding harsh chemical polishes.
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