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Edwardian Inlaid Bureau Bookcase
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Edwardian Inlaid Bureau Bookcase

1900 - 1920
Sold by Robert Dee
Sold 12 July 2026 · Robert Dee
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An Edwardian inlaid and crossbanded mahogany bureau bookcase with four drawers to the lower half and two astragal glazed doors to the bookcase. In very good condition throughout.

Date of Manufacture

Robert Dee has dated this Edwardian Inlaid Bureau Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
215cm (84.65")
Width
90cm (35.43")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Reference Numbers
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SA1194180
Description
An Edwardian inlaid and crossbanded mahogany bureau bookcase with four drawers to the lower half and two astragal glazed doors to the bookcase. In very good condition throughout.
Date of Manufacture

Robert Dee has dated this Edwardian Inlaid Bureau Bookcase to the Edwardian era.

Height
215cm (84.65")
Width
90cm (35.43")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Reference Numbers
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SA1194180
Robert Dee
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022
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An Edwardian inlaid bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment, glazed upper doors with geometric wooden framing, a fall-front writing desk with a central patera inlay, and four graduated drawers below. SOLD12 JUL 26
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Archive I An Edwardian inlaid bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment, glazed upper doors with geometric wooden framing, a fall-front writing desk with a central patera inlay, and four graduated drawers below. SOLD12 JUL 26

Edwardian Inlaid Bureau Bookcase

Archive II An Edwardian inlaid bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment, glazed upper doors with geometric wooden framing, a fall-front writing desk with a central patera inlay, and four graduated drawers below. View II
Archive III An Edwardian inlaid bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment, glazed upper doors with geometric wooden framing, a fall-front writing desk with a central patera inlay, and four graduated drawers below. View III
Archive IV An Edwardian inlaid bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment, glazed upper doors with geometric wooden framing, a fall-front writing desk with a central patera inlay, and four graduated drawers below. View IV
Archive V An Edwardian inlaid bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment, glazed upper doors with geometric wooden framing, a fall-front writing desk with a central patera inlay, and four graduated drawers below. View V
Archive VI An Edwardian inlaid bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment, glazed upper doors with geometric wooden framing, a fall-front writing desk with a central patera inlay, and four graduated drawers below. View VI
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Telephone 07836 565242
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North Carlton
Nr Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN1 2RR
United Kingdom
Verified Since May 2022
Items For Sale 96
Items Sold 201
Robert Dee
Verified Since May 2022
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Location: North Carlton, Nr Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 2RR, United Kingdom
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An Edwardian inlaid bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment, glazed upper doors with geometric wooden framing, a fall-front writing desk with a central patera inlay, and four graduated drawers below.
Edwardian Inlaid Bureau Bookcase
Ref: SA1194180
An Edwardian inlaid bureau bookcase featuring a swan-neck pediment, glazed upper doors with geometric wooden framing, a fall-front writing desk with a central patera inlay, and four graduated drawers below.
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  • ObjectBureau Bookcase
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Satinwood, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSwan-neck pediment, Astragal glazed doors, Fan patera inlay, Drop-front writing surface
  • SizeH 215 cm (85 in) x W 90 cm (35 in) x D 42 cm (17 in)

An Edwardian bureau bookcase is a combination storage and writing unit produced during the Edwardian era, spanning the reign of King Edward VII from 1901 to 1910, typically combining a glazed upper bookcase with a fall-front writing desk and drawers below.

These pieces were traditionally constructed from solid hardwoods such as mahogany or satinwood, frequently featuring decorative marquetry or string inlay, dovetail drawer joints, and hand-blown glass panels set within wooden astragal bars.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate construction techniques such as hand-cut dovetailing, original brass or iron hardware, aged glass with minor imperfections, and traditional timber shrinkage patterns consistent with early 20th-century manufacture.

This piece can be integrated into a traditional or transitional interior as a functional workspace or display unit, pairing well with neutral wall colours and contemporary seating to create a balanced focal point in a home office or living area.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent timber fading, dusting with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally applying a traditional beeswax polish to nourish the wood surface.
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