What defines Jacobean style furniture?

Jacobean style furniture originated in 17th-century England and is characterised by robust dark oak construction, geometric mouldings, turned legs, and sturdy stretchers.

What materials are traditionally used in Jacobean revival writing bureaus?

These pieces are predominantly constructed from solid oak, featuring brass handles and hand-jointed cabinetry.

How can 20th-century Jacobean revival pieces be identified?

Look for turned legs, geometric carved detail on the fall-front lid, dovetail drawer joints, and a rich, dark finish on the oak timber.

How can an oak bureau be integrated into a modern interior?

Place the bureau in a quiet alcove or home office, pairing dark wood tones with modern neutral walls and contemporary lighting to create visual contrast.

How should a dark oak bureau be maintained and cleaned?

Dust regularly using a soft dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish along the grain to preserve the wood finish and prevent drying.

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Antique 20th Century Jacobean Style Bureau in Oak

Name: Antique 20th Century Jacobean Style Bureau in Oak
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1217407
Price: 495 GBP
Availability: InStock

1900 - 1920

For Sale by ActFurniture LTD

Description

Antique 20th century Jacobean style bureau in oak, exceptionally well made and of the finest quality.

Featuring a beautifully fitted interior to the upper section, complete with a key, offering a variety of compartments and a central drawer for organising correspondence and stationery.

Beautifully decorated throughout, this impressive bureau showcases the quality craftsmanship and character associated with Jacobean-inspired furniture.

Standing on elegant turned legs united by a supporting stretcher, it possesses excellent proportions and a strong, timeless presence.

Boasting gorgeous oak grain and rich colour throughout, this is a highly desirable example with wonderful attention to detail and outstanding quality. The combination of practicality, craftsmanship and decorative appeal makes it a particularly attractive piece.

Presented in good condition, this superb bureau has to be seen in person to be truly appreciated. A beautiful and functional piece, perfect for any home.

Product Reference : AF - 5849

Measurements : 62cm Width x 37cm Depth x 97.5cm Height [ 69.5cm Desk Height ]

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Physical Dimensions

Height

97.5cm (38.39")

Width

62cm (24.41")

Depth

37cm (14.57")

Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Jacobean Style Oak Bureau to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1217407

Dealers Internal Reference

AF-5849

Description

Antique 20th century Jacobean style bureau in oak, exceptionally well made and of the finest quality.

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Featuring a beautifully fitted interior to the upper section, complete with a key, offering a variety of compartments and a central drawer for organising correspondence and stationery.

ActFurniture LTD

fig 1. A dark oak Jacobean style bureau featuring a slanted drop-front lid, geometric moulding, a single drawer with teardrop handles, and turned legs with low stretchers. — fig 1. Antique 20th Century Jacobean Style Bureau in Oak

Beautifully decorated throughout, this impressive bureau showcases the quality craftsmanship and character associated with Jacobean-inspired furniture.

Standing on elegant turned legs united by a supporting stretcher, it possesses excellent proportions and a strong, timeless presence.

fig 2. A dark oak Jacobean style bureau featuring a slanted drop-front lid, geometric moulding, a single drawer with teardrop handles, and turned legs with low stretchers. — fig 2. Antique 20th Century Jacobean Style Bureau in Oak

Boasting gorgeous oak grain and rich colour throughout, this is a highly desirable example with wonderful attention to detail and outstanding quality. The combination of practicality, craftsmanship and decorative appeal makes it a particularly attractive piece.

fig 3. A dark oak Jacobean style bureau featuring a slanted drop-front lid, geometric moulding, a single drawer with teardrop handles, and turned legs with low stretchers. — fig 3. Antique 20th Century Jacobean Style Bureau in Oak

Presented in good condition, this superb bureau has to be seen in person to be truly appreciated. A beautiful and functional piece, perfect for any home.

Product Reference : AF - 5849

Measurements : 62cm Width x 37cm Depth x 97.5cm Height [ 69.5cm Desk Height ]

fig 4. A dark oak Jacobean style bureau featuring a slanted drop-front lid, geometric moulding, a single drawer with teardrop handles, and turned legs with low stretchers. — fig 4. Antique 20th Century Jacobean Style Bureau in Oak

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

fig 5. A dark oak Jacobean style bureau featuring a slanted drop-front lid, geometric moulding, a single drawer with teardrop handles, and turned legs with low stretchers. — fig 5. Antique 20th Century Jacobean Style Bureau in Oak

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 6. A dark oak Jacobean style bureau featuring a slanted drop-front lid, geometric moulding, a single drawer with teardrop handles, and turned legs with low stretchers. — fig 6. Antique 20th Century Jacobean Style Bureau in Oak

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 7. A dark oak Jacobean style bureau featuring a slanted drop-front lid, geometric moulding, a single drawer with teardrop handles, and turned legs with low stretchers. — fig 7. Antique 20th Century Jacobean Style Bureau in Oak

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.