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Diminutive 18th Century George III Mahogany Bureau, C1780
Anthony Short Antiques
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Diminutive 18th Century George III Mahogany Bureau, C1780

18th century
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Small Untouched 18th Century George III Period Figured Mahogany Bureau

A stunning George III mahogany bureau of unusually small proportions. This charming late 18th-century George III period finely figured mahogany bureau showcases exquisite craftsmanship and timeless appeal. The fall front with brass escutcheon and original lock, opens to reveal a well-organized fitted interior, consisting of two central drawers with pigeon holes and drawers to either side. This leads down to an arrangement of drawers, the bureau is fitted with four long graduated drawers, all adorned with elegant original carved brass handles and escutcheons. The piece stands proudly on original bracket feet, the sides in solid mahogany, the back in original oak boards, all contributing to its classic design. Made in England, circa 1780, this bureau bookcase boasts a rich mahogany colour and is in superb original condition.

The figured mahogany exhibits a rich, warm patina. This bureau is not only a testament to exceptional craftsmanship but also a stunning example of early Georgian design, making it an ideal piece for any refined interior. Its combination of practicality and aesthetic charm makes it an ideal addition to any traditional or contemporary setting.

Height 101cm (39.8in)

Width 68.5cm (27.0in)

Depth 48cm (18.9in)

Physical Dimensions
Height
101cm (39.76")
Width
68.5cm (26.97")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Bureau to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1203106
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1472
Description
Small Untouched 18th Century George III Period Figured Mahogany Bureau

A stunning George III mahogany bureau of unusually small proportions.

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This charming late 18th-century George III period finely figured mahogany bureau showcases exquisite craftsmanship and timeless appeal.
Anthony Short Antiques

The fall front with brass escutcheon and original lock, opens to reveal a well-organized fitted interior, consisting of two central drawers with pigeon holes and drawers to either side. This leads down to an arrangement of drawers, the bureau is fitted with four long graduated drawers, all adorned with elegant original carved brass handles and escutcheons. The piece stands proudly on original bracket feet, the sides in solid mahogany, the back in original oak boards, all contributing to its classic design. Made in England, circa 1780, this bureau bookcase boasts a rich mahogany colour and is in superb original condition.

fig 1. An 18th-century George III mahogany bureau featuring an open sloping slant front revealing small drawers and pigeonholes above four long drawers on bracket feet.
fig 1. Diminutive 18th Century George III Mahogany Bureau, C1780

The figured mahogany exhibits a rich, warm patina. This bureau is not only a testament to exceptional craftsmanship but also a stunning example of early Georgian design, making it an ideal piece for any refined interior. Its combination of practicality and aesthetic charm makes it an ideal addition to any traditional or contemporary setting.

Height 101cm (39.8in)

Width 68.5cm (27.0in)

Depth 48cm (18.9in)

Height
101cm (39.76")
Width
68.5cm (26.97")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Bureau to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1203106
Dealers Internal Ref
1472
Anthony Short Antiques
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Archive I An 18th-century George III mahogany bureau featuring an open sloping slant front revealing small drawers and pigeonholes above four long drawers on bracket feet.

DIMINUTIVE 18TH CENTURY GEORGE III MAHOGANY BUREAU, C1780

Archive II An 18th-century George III mahogany bureau featuring an open sloping slant front revealing small drawers and pigeonholes above four long drawers on bracket feet. View II
Archive III An 18th-century George III mahogany bureau featuring an open sloping slant front revealing small drawers and pigeonholes above four long drawers on bracket feet. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century George III mahogany bureau featuring an open sloping slant front revealing small drawers and pigeonholes above four long drawers on bracket feet. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century George III mahogany bureau featuring an open sloping slant front revealing small drawers and pigeonholes above four long drawers on bracket feet. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century George III mahogany bureau featuring an open sloping slant front revealing small drawers and pigeonholes above four long drawers on bracket feet. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century George III mahogany bureau featuring an open sloping slant front revealing small drawers and pigeonholes above four long drawers on bracket feet. View VII
Archive VIII An 18th-century George III mahogany bureau featuring an open sloping slant front revealing small drawers and pigeonholes above four long drawers on bracket feet. View VIII
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An 18th-century George III mahogany bureau featuring an open sloping slant front revealing small drawers and pigeonholes above four long drawers on bracket feet.
DIMINUTIVE 18TH CENTURY GEORGE III MAHOGANY BUREAU, C1780
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An 18th-century George III mahogany bureau featuring an open sloping slant front revealing small drawers and pigeonholes above four long drawers on bracket feet.
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A George III mahogany bureau is an 18th-century writing desk featuring a sloping drop-down flap that opens to reveal a fitted interior of drawers and pigeonholes, situated above a series of storage drawers.

Bureaux from this period typically showcase hand-dovetailed drawer joints, oak or pine secondary woods, solid or veneered mahogany exteriors, and cast brass handles.

Authentic Georgian pieces display hand-sawn timber marks, natural oxidisation on drawer linings, hand-cut dovetails, original iron locks, and bracket feet fixed with period fasteners.

A mahogany bureau can serve as a compact home office desk in an alcove, a hallway focal piece, or a traditional addition to a study paired with contemporary lighting.

Maintain the finish by dusting with a soft dry cloth and applying a beeswax polish annually, while keeping the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent wood movement.
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