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Antique Georgian George III Mahogany Bureau 4 Drawer
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Antique Georgian George III Mahogany Bureau 4 Drawer

19th century
Description

An antique Georgian mahogany bureau, dating to the early George III period (circa 1760–1770), fitted with four drawers with brass handles and standing on later bracket feet.

The fall-front writing slope opens to reveal a green leather writing surface and a well-fitted interior, comprising pigeon holes, small drawers, and a central cupboard door, typical of mid-18th century bureau design.

A particularly interesting feature is that the underside of one drawer is lined with original Georgian paper, repurposed from an 18th century handwritten legal deed referencing Wandsworth in south-west London. This is a charming and authentic detail often found in period furniture, where cabinetmakers reused available paper within construction. It may relate to the original owner or simply material used within the workshop, offering a fascinating historical connection.

The bureau is both practical and decorative, functioning as a useful writing desk when open, while also providing excellent storage when closed, making it well suited to a range of interiors.

Dimensions:

Height: 105 cm / 41.34 in

Width: 87 cm / 34.25 in

Depth: 51 cm / 20.08 in

Writing height: 77 cm / 30.31 in

Writing depth: 62 cm / 24.41 in

Delivery

Free UK mainland delivery (excluding Scottish islands and other UK islands).

We are happy to arrange international delivery — please contact us for a quotation.

Physical Dimensions
Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1214185
Dealers Notes

Delivery:

Free UK mainland delivery (excluding Scottish islands and other UK islands).

International delivery available — please contact us or request a quote.

Description
An antique Georgian mahogany bureau, dating to the early George III period (circa 1760–1770), fitted with four drawers with brass handles and standing on later bracket feet.

The fall-front writing slope opens to reveal a green leather writing surface and a well-fitted interior, comprising pigeon holes, small drawers, and a central cupboard door, typical of mid-18th century bureau design.

A particularly interesting feature is that the underside of one drawer is lined with original Georgian paper, repurposed from an 18th century handwritten legal deed referencing Wandsworth in south-west London.

This is a charming and authentic detail often found in period furniture, where cabinetmakers reused available paper within construction.
Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables

It may relate to the original owner or simply material used within the workshop, offering a fascinating historical connection.

fig 1. Antique Georgian George III Mahogany Bureau 4 Drawer
fig 1. Antique Georgian George III Mahogany Bureau 4 Drawer

The bureau is both practical and decorative, functioning as a useful writing desk when open, while also providing excellent storage when closed, making it well suited to a range of interiors.

Dimensions:

fig 2. Antique Georgian George III Mahogany Bureau 4 Drawer
fig 2. Antique Georgian George III Mahogany Bureau 4 Drawer

Height: 105 cm / 41.34 in

Width: 87 cm / 34.25 in

Depth: 51 cm / 20.08 in

Writing height: 77 cm / 30.31 in

Writing depth: 62 cm / 24.41 in

Delivery

Free UK mainland delivery (excluding Scottish islands and other UK islands).

We are happy to arrange international delivery — please contact us for a quotation.

Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1214185
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