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19th Century Satinwood Cylinder Bookcase by Edwards & Roberts
Martlesham Antiques
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19th Century Satinwood Cylinder Bookcase by Edwards & Roberts

19th century
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A fantastic quality satinwood cylinder bookcase by the London makers "Edwards & Roberts", the bookcase having a stepped moulded cornice with dentil moulding and ebony inlay, the two astragal glazed doors with the bars also inlaid with ebony opening to reveal three adjustable shelves, the bottom section having a tamber front opening to reveal a lovely fitted interior with various drawers, fitted compartments and a small cupboard in the center which includes a pull out drawer with original inkwells, the drawer fronts and panel door made out of hare wood, with a pull out pen tray with a green leather writing surface decorated with gold tooling, with one long over two short mahogany lined drawers below with original brass hardware and also inlaid with ebony, standing on four turned and fluted legs. Circa 1880.

42" x 24" x 88" high.

107cms x 61cms x 224cms high.

Physical Dimensions
Height
224cm (88.19")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Satinwood Cylinder Bureau Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA1217323
Dealers Internal Reference
1840
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Martlesham Antiques is a family run business and has been trading since 1984. Located in Suffolk just outside Woodbridge, Martlesham Antiques is run from a spacious thatched cottage housing nine large showrooms with a vast adjacent car park.

Specialising in 18th and 19th Century furniture, together with creating custom hand-made furniture which is supplied to various interior designers, trade and the retail market. Every piece on the showroom floor is in excellent condition and ready to go straight into the buyers home or premises.

All of Martlesham Antiques furniture is hand polished by their own French polishers and restorers to a very high standard. We are also a member of LAPADA, the association of art and antiques.

Description
A fantastic quality satinwood cylinder bookcase by the London makers "Edwards & Roberts", the bookcase having a stepped moulded cornice with dentil moulding and ebony inlay, the two astragal glazed doors with the bars also inlaid with ebony opening to reveal three adjustable shelves, the bottom section having a tamber front opening to reveal a lovely fitted interior with various drawers, fitted compartments and a small cupboard in the center which includes a pull out drawer with original inkwells, the drawer fronts and panel door made out of hare wood, with a pull out pen tray with a green leather writing surface decorated with gold tooling, with one long over two short mahogany lined drawers below with original brass hardware and also inlaid with ebony, standing on four turned and fluted legs. Circa 1880.

42" x 24" x 88" high.

107cms x 61cms x 224cms high.

Height
224cm (88.19")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Satinwood Cylinder Bureau Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1217323
Dealers Internal Ref
1840
Martlesham Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2008
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Archive I A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs.

19th Century Satinwood Cylinder Bookcase by Edwards & Roberts

Archive II A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs. View II
Archive III A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs. View X
Archive XI A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs. View XI
Archive XII A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs. View XII
Archive XIII A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs. View XIII
Archive XIV A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs. View XIV
Archive XV A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs. View XV
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Suffolk
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A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs.
19th Century Satinwood Cylinder Bookcase by Edwards & Roberts
Ref: SA1217323
A 19th-century satinwood bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper section, a cylinder roll-top writing section, lower drawers with ring handles, and turned legs.
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A cylinder bureau bookcase is a dual-purpose piece of cabinet furniture combining an upper glazed bookcase with a lower writing bureau fitted with a curved, solid wood roll-top cover. Originating in 18th-century France and England, the cylinder mechanism retracts into the carcass to reveal an interior fitted with drawers, pigeonholes, and a slide-out desk surface.

High-grade native and imported timbers were used, with West Indian satinwood being particularly favoured for luxury pieces due to its dense grain and golden lustre. Internal drawer linings were typically made from oak or mahogany, while glazed doors featured thin wooden astragal bars framing hand-blown glass panels.

Authentic pieces by London cabinet makers Edwards & Roberts frequently bear a stamped mark on the drawer edges, backboard, or lock plates. Structural markers include hand-cut dovetail joints, high-quality brassware, precisely fitted tambour or cylinder mechanisms, and expertly executed marquetry or inlay work.

A satinwood bureau bookcase functions well as a focal point against muted or dark painted walls in a study, library, or living room. The warm timber tone pairs naturally with neutral upholstery, matte ceramic decorative items inside the glazed section, and subdued modern lighting.

Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent the timber from drying, cracking, or fading. Clean the wooden surfaces regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, taking care not to build up wax inside carved details or mechanical joints.
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