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19th Century Rosewood Bureau De Dame / Writing Bureau
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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19th Century Rosewood Bureau De Dame / Writing Bureau

19th century
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Superb rosewood writing bureau with pierced brass galleries and features a fall-front panel hand-painted with a romantic scene, framed in ornate ormolu mounts and signed H. Martin. The shaped fall opens to reveal a fitted interior with a wine-coloured leather writing surface and three small drawers, offering both charm and practicality. Raised on four slender cabriole legs with ormolu mounts at the knees and decorative sabots at the feet, the bureau is united by a shaped apron that enhances its graceful silhouette. With its warm tones, refined proportions, and functional elegance, this bureau is a striking fusion of decorative artistry and timeless utility—an ideal centrepiece for any sophisticated study or interior.

Internal reference : SAI4010

Physical Dimensions
Height
92.5cm (36.42")
Width
73cm (28.74")
Depth
46.5cm (18.31")
Declaration

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this French Rosewood Bureau De Dame to the 19th Century.

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SA1183287
Dealers Internal Reference
SAI4010
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Here at Sinclair's Antiques and Interiors we do our utmost best to ensure all our items are described and photographed to show any flaws or damage such as shrinkage splits, losses or lifts to veneer, repairs or marks. However giving the age and the fact that each piece will have had years of polishing to create its own individual character we cannot describe every minor mark separately and therefore recommend you either visit our warehouse or request extra photographs.

We offer a 7 day money back guarantee if you are unhappy with any of your items purchased from us however cannot refund the return shipping cost.

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Description
Superb rosewood writing bureau with pierced brass galleries and features a fall-front panel hand-painted with a romantic scene, framed in ornate ormolu mounts and signed H. Martin.
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The shaped fall opens to reveal a fitted interior with a wine-coloured leather writing surface and three small drawers, offering both charm and practicality.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

Raised on four slender cabriole legs with ormolu mounts at the knees and decorative sabots at the feet, the bureau is united by a shaped apron that enhances its graceful silhouette. With its warm tones, refined proportions, and functional elegance, this bureau is a striking fusion of decorative artistry and timeless utility—an ideal centrepiece for any sophisticated study or interior.

Internal reference : SAI4010

Height
92.5cm (36.42")
Width
73cm (28.74")
Depth
46.5cm (18.31")
Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this French Rosewood Bureau De Dame to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1183287
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI4010
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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A 19th-century French rosewood bureau de dame featuring slender cabriole legs, brass mounts, a brass gallery top, and a hand-painted scene on the slanted flap front.
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Archive I A 19th-century French rosewood bureau de dame featuring slender cabriole legs, brass mounts, a brass gallery top, and a hand-painted scene on the slanted flap front.

19th Century Rosewood Bureau De Dame / Writing Bureau

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A 19th-century French rosewood bureau de dame featuring slender cabriole legs, brass mounts, a brass gallery top, and a hand-painted scene on the slanted flap front.
19th Century Rosewood Bureau De Dame / Writing Bureau
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A 19th-century French rosewood bureau de dame featuring slender cabriole legs, brass mounts, a brass gallery top, and a hand-painted scene on the slanted flap front.
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A bureau de dame is a compact writing desk developed in 18th-century France specifically for women to manage personal correspondence. It typically features a slanted fall-front writing flap, slender cabriole legs, and small internal drawers or cubbies.

These bureaus were constructed using fine hardwoods such as rosewood, kingwood, or mahogany veneers over oak or pine frames. Decorative features often include cast brass or bronze gilt mounts (ormolu), marquetry inlay, and hand-painted lacquered panels.

Authentic pieces from this period display hand-cut dovetail joints, original cast gilt-brass hardware fitted precisely to the timber contours, natural wood grain variation under aged varnish, and minor patina on metal surfaces.

Position the bureau as a focal feature in a living area, bedroom, or wide hallway. Pair it with modern lighting, neutral wall finishes, or contemporary artwork to balance historic detail with clean modern lines.

Dust timber surfaces regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally along the grain. Metal mounts should be kept free from moisture and cleaned gently without abrasive metal polishes that can damage surrounding wood.
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