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Art Deco Bureau

1920 - 1940
Sold 27 June 2026 · Poirot Art Deco
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Description

A quality solid walnut bureau, made by ‘Gaylayde’. The top opens to reveal pigeon holes of various sizes and a small drawer. The slides automatically come forward to support the top when open.

Below two deep drawers with cast drop handles. A marquetry panel to the bureau front made of ebony and various exotic woods, with further inlay banding to frame the pull down writing section and below the two drawers.

Made by the ‘Gaylayde’ company. ‘Gaylayde’ furniture by B.Cohen & Sons was first exhibited in 1926 at the London Furniture Exhibition and their high quality bedroom, dining and living room furniture was sold in upmarket department stores in the UK.

All our furniture is professionally waxed and polished and throughly restored where necessary.

Height: 104cm

Width: 69cm

Depth: 46cm

Seating height: 76.5cm

Date of Manufacture

Poirot Art Deco has dated this Art Deco Bureau to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
69cm (27.17")
Depth
76.5cm (30.12")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1217541
Dealers Internal Reference
PAD0576
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Description
A quality solid walnut bureau, made by ‘Gaylayde’. The top opens to reveal pigeon holes of various sizes and a small drawer. The slides automatically come forward to support the top when open.

Below two deep drawers with cast drop handles.

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A marquetry panel to the bureau front made of ebony and various exotic woods, with further inlay banding to frame the pull down writing section and below the two drawers.
Poirot Art Deco
fig 1. A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs.
fig 1. Art Deco Bureau

Made by the ‘Gaylayde’ company. ‘Gaylayde’ furniture by B.Cohen & Sons was first exhibited in 1926 at the London Furniture Exhibition and their high quality bedroom, dining and living room furniture was sold in upmarket department stores in the UK.

All our furniture is professionally waxed and polished and throughly restored where necessary.

Height: 104cm

Width: 69cm

Depth: 46cm

Seating height: 76.5cm

Date of Manufacture

Poirot Art Deco has dated this Art Deco Bureau to the 1930s.

Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
69cm (27.17")
Depth
76.5cm (30.12")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1217541
Dealers Internal Ref
PAD0576
Poirot Art Deco
Poirot Art Deco
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Archive I A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs. SOLD27 JUN 26

Art Deco Bureau

Archive II A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs. View II
Archive III A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs. View III
Archive IV A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs. View IV
Archive V A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs. View V
Archive VI A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs. View VI
Archive VII A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs. View VII
Archive VIII A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs. View VIII
Archive IX A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs. View IX
Archive X A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs. View X
Archive XI A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs. View XI
Archive XII A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs. View XII
Archive XIII A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs. View XIII
Archive XIV A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs. View XIV
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A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs.
Art Deco Bureau
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A wooden art deco bureau with an open fall-front writing flap revealing interior pigeonholes and a lower drawer, supported by tapered legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks & Bureaus
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco Glamour
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFall-front writing flap, Internal pigeonholes, Drop-down desk lid, Tapered legs
  • SizeH 104 cm (41 in) x W 69 cm (27 in) x D 76.5 cm (30 in)

FAQs

Art Deco furniture, emerging in the 1920s and 1930s, is characterised by sleek geometric shapes, clean lines, and a focus on luxurious materials and fine craftsmanship.

Traditional bureaus are typically constructed from a solid timber frame using hardwoods such as oak, walnut, or mahogany, often enhanced with decorative veneer panels and brass hardware.

Authentication involves examining traditional joinery techniques, such as dovetail joints in the drawers, inspecting the backing and interior timbers for age-appropriate oxidisation, and checking for period-specific hardware.

An antique bureau can serve as a striking focal point in a contemporary room by pairing its rich wooden tones with neutral walls, minimalist seating, and subtle modern lighting.

Preservation requires keeping wooden furniture out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources to prevent warping, alongside periodic application of traditional beeswax to nourish the timber.
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