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Antique Mahogany Bureau
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Antique Mahogany Bureau

18th century
Description

A handsome antique mahogany bureau of good proportions. The fall front opening to reveal a fitted interior above an arrangement of four long graduated drawers, fitted with brass oval plate handles and escutcheons. Raised on shaped bracket feet. A classic and practical piece with good rich colour and attractive figuring to the drawer fronts and fall.

Item Reference:

M-6768

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Dimensions:

Height – 108cm / Width – 111cm / Depth – 55cm / Writing Height - 81cm

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CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. There is general surface wear including age-related marks, scratches. There are some marks and historic stains visible to the fall front.

The piece remains structurally solid and sound overall. Wear consistent with age and use.

Our experienced carpenter thoroughly inspects, repairs, and restores each item in our collection to ensure it is fully prepared for use in your home. For a clear and accurate understanding of each item's condition, we ask that you carefully review all provided photos. These images are an essential part of the description and condition report, offering important visual details regarding the item's appearance and quality.

Physical Dimensions
Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
111cm (43.70")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Declaration

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Writing Bureau to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1206710
Dealers Internal Reference
M-6768
Dealers Notes

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DELIVERY INFORMATION:

FREE DELIVERY TO ENGLAND & WALES!

FREE delivery to England & Wales. For Scotland please get in touch for a delivery quote by calling us on 01685 813594.

Timescale: 5-15 working days. You will receive full delivery details once your order has been placed. For Scotland, delivery may take longer than 15 working days. Please note, the courier service is to the external doorstep, the courier will also deliver on their own so you will need to arrange for someone to help your end.

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For deliveries outside of mainland UK (i.e Scottish Highlands and Islands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and Scilly Isles) please get in touch for a quote.

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International & European: Please get in touch for a quote.

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Collection: Our shop is based in the village of Penderyn, South Wales, CF44 0TJ.

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In case of return, items must be received back in the same condition as delivered and a collection fee of £85 will apply, this would be deducted from any refund amount.

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ABOUT US:

Hello from the Penderyn Antiques team! We’re friendly and enthusiastic people who deeply care about providing professional and exceptional service to you! We have a vast range of antique furniture online and at our pink chapel antique shop based in the Brecon Beacons National Park, South Wales. Like what you see? Follow us on social media @penderynantiques

Description
A handsome antique mahogany bureau of good proportions.
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The fall front opening to reveal a fitted interior above an arrangement of four long graduated drawers, fitted with brass oval plate handles and escutcheons.
Penderyn Antiques

Raised on shaped bracket feet. A classic and practical piece with good rich colour and attractive figuring to the drawer fronts and fall.

fig 1. An antique mahogany writing bureau with a slant-front fall, four graduated drawers, oval brass handles, and bracket feet.
fig 1. Antique Mahogany Bureau

Item Reference:

M-6768

Dimensions:

Height – 108cm / Width – 111cm / Depth – 55cm / Writing Height - 81cm

CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. There is general surface wear including age-related marks, scratches. There are some marks and historic stains visible to the fall front.

fig 2. An antique mahogany writing bureau with a slant-front fall, four graduated drawers, oval brass handles, and bracket feet.
fig 2. Antique Mahogany Bureau

The piece remains structurally solid and sound overall. Wear consistent with age and use.

Our experienced carpenter thoroughly inspects, repairs, and restores each item in our collection to ensure it is fully prepared for use in your home. For a clear and accurate understanding of each item's condition, we ask that you carefully review all provided photos. These images are an essential part of the description and condition report, offering important visual details regarding the item's appearance and quality.

Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
111cm (43.70")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Writing Bureau to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1206710
Dealers Internal Ref
M-6768
Penderyn Antiques
Penderyn Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
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An antique mahogany writing bureau with a slant-front fall, four graduated drawers, oval brass handles, and bracket feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBureaux
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSlant front, Oval brass handles, Bracket feet, Graduated drawers
  • SizeH 108 cm (43 in) x W 111 cm (44 in) x D 55 cm (22 in)

This Georgian antique mahogany bureau is a classic writing cabinet designed for practical use in a study, library, or home office. The timber exhibits a warm brown colour with rich figuring across the slant-front fall and the four long graduated drawers below. The exterior is accented with oval brass plate handles, keyhole escutcheons, and stands upon shaped bracket feet. Measuring 108 cm high, 111 cm wide, and 55 cm deep, this writing bureau offers substantial storage while fitting comfortably into a living space or bedroom. The construction includes a fall front that opens to a fitted interior, accompanied by visible surface wear, scratches, and historic stains on the wood consistent with age. Structurally solid, it provides a functional surface for writing and document storage in a traditional or contemporary home setting.

FAQs

A bureau is a writing desk featuring a sloped, hinged flap that opens downwards to provide a flat writing surface. When opened, it reveals interior compartments, pigeonholes, and small drawers, situated above a series of full-width storage drawers.

Bureaux from the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries were predominantly constructed from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers applied to pine or oak carcasses. Hardware typically consisted of cast brass handles, brass escutcheons, and steel locks.

Authentic period bureaux feature hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers, original oak or pine drawer linings, and natural wear around the keyholes and slant-front hinges. Uneven timber shrinkage on the back boards and original cast brass fittings also indicate period construction.

Position the bureau in a quiet alcove, home office, or living room to create a focal point that doubles as hidden workspace. Pair the dark mahogany wood with modern table lamps, contemporary artwork on the wall above, or neutral soft furnishings to balance the piece.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, following the grain of the wood. Apply a thin layer of natural beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the patina and protect the timber from drying out, avoiding modern aerosol sprays.
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