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Outstanding Quality 18th Century Antique Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase
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Outstanding Quality 18th Century Antique Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase

18th century
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Outstanding quality 18th century antique Dutch marquetry inlaid burr walnut bureau bookcase having an outstanding quality Dutch marquetry inlaid burr walnut bureau bookcase with a beautiful carved shaped cornice above a pair of marquetry inlaid carved panelled doors opening to reveal an adjustable shelved interior above a bombe shaped bureau with a fitted interior consisting of ten drawers, pigeons holes, centre door, and a sliding well above three bombe shaped drawers with original ornate brass handles, fantastic marquetry inlaid sides standing on carved walnut paw feet united by a shaped carved walnut apron

A magnificent example displaying exceptional design and craftsmanship of first class quality

Dimensions:

Height 240.5 cm (94.68 in)

Width 133 cm (52.36 in)

Depth 67 cm (26.37 in)

To the fall 86 cm (33.85 in)

Dated 1780

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Dutch Marquetry Bureau Bookcase to the 18th Century.

Independent Date Check ID 09654401
Dealer's Item Date18th Century
Sellingantiques Date18th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 225-270 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 18TH CENTURY:
Wide oak backboards with hand-planing marks: cabinet work from the late eighteenth century.
Natural shrinkage gaps between the interior boards: long drying of seasoned timber.
Hand-cut brass strap hinges with slotted screws: early mounting hardware.
Oxidised dark oak interior surfaces: deep ageing across more than two centuries.
Faded floral marquetry across the walnut fall: natural light exposure on fruitwood veneers.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
240.5cm (94.69")
Width
133cm (52.36")
Depth
67cm (26.38")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1236343
Dealers Internal Reference
2132
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Outstanding quality 18th century antique Dutch marquetry inlaid burr walnut bureau bookcase having an outstanding quality Dutch marquetry inlaid burr walnut bureau bookcase with a beautiful carved shaped cornice above a pair of marquetry inlaid carved panelled doors opening to reveal an adjustable shelved interior above a bombe shaped bureau with a fitted interior consisting of ten drawers, pigeons holes, centre door, and a sliding well above three bombe shaped drawers with original ornate brass handles, fantastic marquetry inlaid sides standing on carved walnut paw feet united by a shaped carved walnut apron
fig 1. An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet.
fig 1. Outstanding Quality 18th Century Antique Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase

A magnificent example displaying exceptional design and craftsmanship of first class quality

Dimensions:

Height 240.5 cm (94.68 in)

Width 133 cm (52.36 in)

Depth 67 cm (26.37 in)

To the fall 86 cm (33.85 in)

Dated 1780

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Dutch Marquetry Bureau Bookcase to the 18th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 09654401
Dealer's Item Date18th Century
Sellingantiques dating18th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 225-270 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 18th Century:
Wide oak backboards with hand-planing marks: cabinet work from the late eighteenth century.
Natural shrinkage gaps between the interior boards: long drying of seasoned timber.
Hand-cut brass strap hinges with slotted screws: early mounting hardware.
Oxidised dark oak interior surfaces: deep ageing across more than two centuries.
Faded floral marquetry across the walnut fall: natural light exposure on fruitwood veneers.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
240.5cm (94.69")
Width
133cm (52.36")
Depth
67cm (26.38")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1236343
Dealers Internal Ref
2132
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet.

Outstanding Quality 18th Century Antique Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Archive II An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet. View II
Archive III An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet. View VII
Archive VIII An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet. View VIII
Archive IX An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet. View IX
Archive X An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet. View X
Archive XI An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet. View XI
Archive XII An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet. View XII
Archive XIII An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet. View XIII
Archive XIV An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet. View XIV
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An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet.
Outstanding Quality 18th Century Antique Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase
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An 18th-century Dutch burr walnut bureau bookcase featuring intricate floral marquetry, a bombe lower drawer section, a fall-front desk slope, and an arched twin-door upper cabinet supported on claw feet.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBureau Bookcases
  • Period18th century
  • StyleDutch Rococo
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Oak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry, bombe base, claw and ball feet, arched cresting
  • SizeH 240.5 cm (95 in) x W 133 cm (52 in) x D 67 cm (26 in)

This Dutch Rococo bureau bookcase dates from the 18th century and is made of burr walnut and oak with brass hardware, finished in a warm brown colour. The piece is decorated with intricate floral marquetry, an arched cresting with a carved shaped cornice, panelled doors, a bombe base, ornate brass handles, a carved walnut apron, and carved walnut claw and ball feet. It has a twin-door upper cabinet, a fall-front desk slope, and a lower chest of three bombe-shaped drawers. Measuring 240.5 cm high, 133 cm wide, and 67 cm deep, this substantial piece suits a gentleman's library or principal reception room for writing and display purposes.

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A Dutch marquetry bureau bookcase is a monumental writing and storage cabinet from the 18th century, distinguished by intricate floral wood inlays, a slant-front desk, and a bombe lower drawer section.

These cabinets were constructed using solid oak for the internal carcass, which was veneered in burr walnut and detailed with floral marquetry inlays made from stained fruitwoods, boxwood, and ivory or bone accents.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-sawed veneers, hand-cut dovetail joints on oak drawer linings, hand-forged iron or cast brass hardware, and natural timber shrinkage lines across the veneered surfaces.

Place the cabinet as a standalone statement feature in a study, drawing room, or grand hallway, complementing its detailed woodwork with neutral wall tones and simplified modern accessories.

Store the item in a temperature-controlled environment away from direct sunlight, maintain stable humidity to prevent veneer lifting, and wax the timber periodically with a non-silicone beeswax.
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