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19th Century Satinwood Cylinder Bookcase by Edwards & Roberts
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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.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1236220
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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SA1236220
Dealers Internal Ref
1840
Martlesham Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2008
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Archive I A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs.

19th Century Satinwood Cylinder Bookcase by Edwards & Roberts

Archive II A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs. View II
Archive III A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs. View X
Archive XI A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs. View XI
Archive XII A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs. View XII
Archive XIII A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs. View XIII
Archive XIV A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs. View XIV
Archive XV A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs. View XV
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Suffolk
IP12 4RJ
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A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs.
19th Century Satinwood Cylinder Bookcase by Edwards & Roberts
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A 19th-century satinwood cylinder bureau bookcase featuring upper glazed doors, a roll-top writing section, lower drawers, and turned fluted legs.
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  • ObjectBureau Bookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSatinwood, Glass, Brass
  • ColourGolden Brown
  • MotifsAstragal glazing, cylinder roll top, turned fluted legs, ring pull handles
  • SizeH 224 cm (88 in) x W 107 cm (42 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

This Victorian cylinder bookcase originates from the nineteenth century and is constructed from satinwood with ebony inlay, brass hardware, and glass. The piece is finished in a warm golden brown timber colour and stands on four turned and fluted legs. It incorporates a stepped moulded cornice with dentil moulding, astragal glazed doors, and ring pull handles on the mahogany-lined drawers. Measuring 224 cm high by 107 cm wide and 61 cm deep, the furniture item suits a study or home library as a functional workspace and storage unit. The upper cabinet provides open shelving behind glass panels, while the lower section includes a cylinder roll top, a pull-out writing surface, and multiple internal compartments for papers and writing implements.

FAQs

A cylinder bureau bookcase features a curved timber fall that retracts into the carcass to reveal an internal writing surface, surmounted by a glazed cabinet for book storage. Popularised in the late 18th and 19th centuries, these pieces combine functionality with refined cabinetry techniques.

High-grade satinwood veneers, solid timber carcass frames (often mahogany or oak), glass glazing panes, and cast brass handles are standard construction materials for these pieces.

Stamped markings on drawer edges or back panels usually identify London cabinetmakers Edwards & Roberts, alongside fine hand-cut dovetail joints, high-grade timber veneers, and precise astragal glazing.

Position the tall bookcase as a focal architectural feature against a neutral wall, pairing its golden satinwood tones with contemporary minimalist accessories or modern artwork nearby.

Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer lifting, and apply a high-quality beeswax polish periodically along the wood grain.
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