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Handsome 2 Drawer Glazed Bookcase Bureau 1920s
Billy Hunt & Co.
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Billy Hunt & Co.

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Handsome 2 Drawer Glazed Bookcase Bureau 1920s

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Billy Hunt & Co.
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A rather handsome little chap! We have a 2 drawer solid English oak glazed bookcase bureau which will slot into so many spaces and look so gorgeous. This one possesses that gentle lived-in look with wear in the right places and comes with two well sized drawers, a glazed single shelved top section and a fitted drop down bureau for work if you gain the appetite to do any…

As mentioned, the condition is good with sensible historic wear and a good tone to the English oak, no splits or repairs. Weighty for its size and ready for placing into a period or modern setting. Please note the lock is not working.

An attractive good looking little piece of smaller English oak furniture c1920.

Dimensions

Overall: Height 155.5cm x Width 61.5cm x Depth 38cm

Top Cabinet Inner: Height 48cm with Space Above & Below 21.5cm & 25cm x Width 55cm x Depth 16cm

Drawer Inners: Height from Top Down 11cm & 15.5cm x Width 53cm x Depth 32cm

Desk: Height 74cm x width 55cm x Depth 31cm Drop Down & 53cm To Pigeon Holes

Declaration

Billy Hunt & Co. has dated this Oak Glazed Bureau Bookcase to the 1920s.

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SA1233990
Dealers Notes

When purchasing from us we include delivery in the purchase price which is based on a one person delivery for England and Wales. Please call or email for quotes to Scotland, Northern Ireland, The Isles and for World-wide shipping

Billy Hunt and Co is located on a large Victorian farm just a short country drive from the Rangemore village, a designated conservation area, which was built by Michael Thomas Bass in the 1850s to house the Bass Rangemore Estate workers consisting mainly of Victorian redbrick cottages and the occasional barn.

Our home is a classic Victorian designed and well equipped late 19th century 2 story red brick built barn of some 4000 sq feet nestled in classic English countryside, which enjoyed a careful full renovation in 2000. The estate still benefits being managed in the traditional manner with an Estate Manger, estate carpenter, gardeners etc. A rather delightful place to have as our work space.

Martina, there is no Billy at Billy hunt, has led the team since 2103 and is an interior designer qualified from The Inchbald School of Design London whose previous working life included such clients as Vertu, Aston Martin and Johnnie Walker to name a few.

Please do not hesitate to call or email if you have any questions on the pieces that may interest you - Many thanks Martina

Description
A rather handsome little chap! We have a 2 drawer solid English oak glazed bookcase bureau which will slot into so many spaces and look so gorgeous. This one possesses that gentle lived-in look with wear in the right places and comes with two well sized drawers, a glazed single shelved top section and a fitted drop down bureau for work if you gain the appetite to do any…
As mentioned, the condition is good with sensible historic wear and a good tone to the English oak, no splits or repairs.
Billy Hunt & Co.

Weighty for its size and ready for placing into a period or modern setting. Please note the lock is not working.

fig 1. A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs.
fig 1. Handsome 2 Drawer Glazed Bookcase Bureau 1920s

An attractive good looking little piece of smaller English oak furniture c1920.

Dimensions

Overall: Height 155.5cm x Width 61.5cm x Depth 38cm

Top Cabinet Inner: Height 48cm with Space Above & Below 21.5cm & 25cm x Width 55cm x Depth 16cm

Drawer Inners: Height from Top Down 11cm & 15.5cm x Width 53cm x Depth 32cm

Desk: Height 74cm x width 55cm x Depth 31cm Drop Down & 53cm To Pigeon Holes

Date of Manufacture

Billy Hunt & Co. has dated this Oak Glazed Bureau Bookcase to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1233990
Billy Hunt & Co.
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2026

We always endeavor to offer a careful selection of chosen pieces from the british isles ranging from 1800 to 1970

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Archive I A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs.

Handsome 2 Drawer Glazed Bookcase Bureau 1920s

Archive II A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs. View II
Archive III A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs. View III
Archive IV A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs. View IV
Archive V A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs. View V
Archive VI A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs. View VI
Archive VII A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs. View VII
Archive VIII A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs. View VIII
Archive IX A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs. View IX
Archive X A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs. View X
Archive XI A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs. View XI
Archive XII A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs. View XII
Archive XIII A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs. View XIII
Archive XIV A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs. View XIV
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Location
NO 8
Callingwood Hall Farm
Rangemore Country Estate
Burton-on-Trent
Staffordshire
DE13 9SH
United Kingdom
Verified Since May 2026
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Billy Hunt & Co.
Verified Since May 2026
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A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs.
Handsome 2 Drawer Glazed Bookcase Bureau 1920s
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A 1920s oak bureau bookcase featuring an upper glazed display cabinet, slant-front desk with central starburst inlay, two drawers, and turned legs.
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

A glazed bureau bookcase is a multifunctional piece of furniture featuring an upper display cabinet with glass doors set above a angled drop-front writing desk and lower drawer storage. Popular in the 1920s, these compact oak units were designed to maximize functional study and storage space in suburban homes.

Bureaux from the 1920s were predominantly crafted from solid oak and quarter-sawn oak veneers, prized for their strong grain patterns. Construction methods included traditional dovetail drawer joints, turned wooden legs, clear sheet glass glazing, and decorative geometric inlay work.

Authentic 1920s examples often feature geometric decorative motifs, geometric glass panelling, turned bulbous legs connected by stretchers, and solid wooden drawer pulls. Inside the drop-front writing section, look for simple fitted pigeonhole compartments and authentic patination around original brass or steel hinges.

Position the piece in a study, hallway, or living room corner to serve as a functional workstation or laptop desk. Style the upper glazed cabinet with curated books, ceramics, or glassware, and pair the warm oak tones with neutral wall paint or contemporary artwork to balance the traditional silhouette.

Dust the timber regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax paste once or twice a year to maintain the wood finish and grain moisture. Clean the glass glazing with a mild vinegar and water solution applied directly to a cloth to avoid overspraying onto the wooden frame.
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