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George I Burr Walnut Travelling Writing Bureau
Walton House Antiques
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George I Burr Walnut Travelling Writing Bureau

18th century
Description

An extremely rare and unusual George I burr walnut crossbanded table top / travelling writing bureau with stepped interior and super mellow colour, secret drawer and original brassware. Restorations to the top and original lock and key.

Height 13" 33cm

Width 19" 48cm

Depth 12.5" 32cm

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

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Walton House Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Travelling Bureau to the Georgian era.

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WH9790
Dealers Notes

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Description
An extremely rare and unusual George I burr walnut crossbanded table top / travelling writing bureau with stepped interior and super mellow colour, secret drawer and original brassware. Restorations to the top and original lock and key.
fig 1. A George I period burr walnut travelling writing bureau with a sloped fall-front lid, lower drawer, and brass escutcheons.
fig 1. George I Burr Walnut Travelling Writing Bureau

Height 13" 33cm

Width 19" 48cm

Depth 12.5" 32cm

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All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated.
Walton House Antiques

Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Travelling Bureau to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1225716
Dealers Internal Ref
WH9790
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century antique furniture 19th century oils and 19th french ormolu clocks

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A George I period burr walnut travelling writing bureau with a sloped fall-front lid, lower drawer, and brass escutcheons.
George I burr walnut travelling writing bureau
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A George I travelling bureau is a compact, portable writing desk produced in England during the early 18th century. It typically features a slanted fall-front lid that opens to reveal a writing surface and interior compartments, designed for use while traveling.

These bureaux were primarily constructed using an oak softwood carcass veneered with figured burr walnut. Hardware typically consists of cast brass escutcheons, drop handles, and side carrying handles.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints, feather-edge or crossbanded veneer borders, and original brass fittings with hand-filed reverse sides. Age-related natural shrinkage in the wood grain is also characteristic.

A portable bureau can be placed atop a sideboard, console table, or desk to add historical character. It functions both as a decorative accent and as practical storage for modern stationery or small items.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the wood. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and extreme fluctuations in humidity to prevent veneer lifting.
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