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Dutch Burr Walnut Bureau
John Howkins Antiques
for sale €1,024     $1,111
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Dutch Burr Walnut Bureau

1900 - 1920
Description

An unusual and good quality Dutch burr walnut bureau of superb Bombe form. The cross banded and boxwood inlaid fall with ornate brass escutcheon opens to reveal a busy interior with 7 shaped and inlaid drawers with centre cupboard flanked by 2 faux leather pull out tall drawers with a slide opening to the well and raise lined writing surface. The lower section having 3 shaped, graduated and inlaid drawers all retaining the original brass handles, locks and escutcheons. The bombe shaped sides retain secret drawers which are opened by a secret catch under the frieze (see photos). The bureau is raised on a superb carved pie crust edge moulding with bold claw and ball feet. Condition- very good with working locks and keys. Dimensions:- Height…42.5’’/ 108cm. Width…43’’/ 109cm. Depth…21’’/ 53cm. Delivery by furniture carrier £70.

Physical Dimensions
Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Dutch Burr Walnut Bureau to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1205792
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24896A
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Description
An unusual and good quality Dutch burr walnut bureau of superb Bombe form. The cross banded and boxwood inlaid fall with ornate brass escutcheon opens to reveal a busy interior with 7 shaped and inlaid drawers with centre cupboard flanked by 2 faux leather pull out tall drawers with a slide opening to the well and raise lined writing surface.
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The lower section having 3 shaped, graduated and inlaid drawers all retaining the original brass handles, locks and escutcheons.
John Howkins Antiques

The bombe shaped sides retain secret drawers which are opened by a secret catch under the frieze (see photos). The bureau is raised on a superb carved pie crust edge moulding with bold claw and ball feet. Condition- very good with working locks and keys. Dimensions:- Height…42.5’’/ 108cm. Width…43’’/ 109cm. Depth…21’’/ 53cm. Delivery by furniture carrier £70.

Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Dutch Burr Walnut Bureau to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1205792
Dealers Internal Ref
24896A
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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A Dutch burr walnut bureau with a slant-front writing slope, three contoured drawers, ornate brass handles, and carved claw and ball feet.
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Archive I A Dutch burr walnut bureau with a slant-front writing slope, three contoured drawers, ornate brass handles, and carved claw and ball feet.

Dutch Burr Walnut Bureau

Archive II A Dutch burr walnut bureau with a slant-front writing slope, three contoured drawers, ornate brass handles, and carved claw and ball feet. View II
Archive III A Dutch burr walnut bureau with a slant-front writing slope, three contoured drawers, ornate brass handles, and carved claw and ball feet. View III
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Archive V A Dutch burr walnut bureau with a slant-front writing slope, three contoured drawers, ornate brass handles, and carved claw and ball feet. View V
Archive VI A Dutch burr walnut bureau with a slant-front writing slope, three contoured drawers, ornate brass handles, and carved claw and ball feet. View VI
Archive VII A Dutch burr walnut bureau with a slant-front writing slope, three contoured drawers, ornate brass handles, and carved claw and ball feet. View VII
Archive VIII A Dutch burr walnut bureau with a slant-front writing slope, three contoured drawers, ornate brass handles, and carved claw and ball feet. View VIII
Archive IX A Dutch burr walnut bureau with a slant-front writing slope, three contoured drawers, ornate brass handles, and carved claw and ball feet. View IX
Archive X A Dutch burr walnut bureau with a slant-front writing slope, three contoured drawers, ornate brass handles, and carved claw and ball feet. View X
Archive XI A Dutch burr walnut bureau with a slant-front writing slope, three contoured drawers, ornate brass handles, and carved claw and ball feet. View XI
Archive XII A Dutch burr walnut bureau with a slant-front writing slope, three contoured drawers, ornate brass handles, and carved claw and ball feet. View XII
Archive XIII A Dutch burr walnut bureau with a slant-front writing slope, three contoured drawers, ornate brass handles, and carved claw and ball feet. View XIII
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John Howkins Antiques
Telephone 01508 498335 or 07770 311 611
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The Grange
Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
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A Dutch burr walnut bureau with a slant-front writing slope, three contoured drawers, ornate brass handles, and carved claw and ball feet.
Dutch Burr Walnut Bureau
Ref: SA1205792
A Dutch burr walnut bureau with a slant-front writing slope, three contoured drawers, ornate brass handles, and carved claw and ball feet.
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FAQs

A Dutch burr walnut bureau is a traditional writing desk featuring a slant-front writing slope positioned above a shaped drawer chest, often constructed with distinctive bombe contours and decorative veneer.

These pieces typically showcase highly figured burr walnut veneers applied over solid timber frames, complemented by cast brass handles, ornate escutcheons, and hand-dovetailed drawer joints.

Look for signs of hand-carved details, natural variations in veneer thickness, authentic oxidisation on brass hardware, and hand-cut dovetail joints inside the drawers.

Position the piece in a study, library, or hallway alongside neutral textiles, contemporary artwork, and minimal brass lighting to create a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern design.

Preserve the finish by applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, keeping the wood away from direct heat sources and maintaining stable humidity levels to prevent timber movement.
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