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Large Antique William and Mary Burr Walnut Herringbone Inlaid Two Part Bureau
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Large Antique William and Mary Burr Walnut Herringbone Inlaid Two Part Bureau

17th century
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Large antique William and Mary burr walnut Herringbone inlaid two part bureau having a quality burr walnut Herringbone inlaid top above a burr walnut full opening to reveal a fitted interior consisting of 4 drawers, 8 pigeon holes, central door, sliding well and a brown leather writing surface. Its boasts brass carrying handle to the sides above 2 short and 2 long burr walnut Herringbone inlaid oak lined drawers with brass handles and standing on bun feet

A fabulous 17th century example boasting a wonderful colour and aged related patination

Dimensions:

Height 104 cm (40.94 in)

Width 106 cm (41.73 in)

Depth 63 cm (24.80 in)

Height to fall (writing surface) 78.5 cm (30.90 in)

Dated 1680

Physical Dimensions
Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
106cm (41.73")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Writing Bureau to the 17th Century.

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SA1237130
Dealers Internal Reference
1963
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Large antique William and Mary burr walnut Herringbone inlaid two part bureau having a quality burr walnut Herringbone inlaid top above a burr walnut full opening to reveal a fitted interior consisting of 4 drawers, 8 pigeon holes, central door, sliding well and a brown leather writing surface.
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Its boasts brass carrying handle to the sides above 2 short and 2 long burr walnut Herringbone inlaid oak lined drawers with brass handles and standing on bun feet.
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fig 1. A William and Mary style burr walnut slant-front bureau with herringbone inlay, brass handles, and bun feet.
fig 1. Large Antique William and Mary Burr Walnut Herringbone Inlaid Two Part Bureau

A fabulous 17th century example boasting a wonderful colour and aged related patination

Dimensions:

Height 104 cm (40.94 in)

Width 106 cm (41.73 in)

Depth 63 cm (24.80 in)

Height to fall (writing surface) 78.5 cm (30.90 in)

Dated 1680

Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
106cm (41.73")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Writing Bureau to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237130
Dealers Internal Ref
1963
London City Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I A William and Mary style burr walnut slant-front bureau with herringbone inlay, brass handles, and bun feet.

Large Antique William and Mary Burr Walnut Herringbone Inlaid Two Part Bureau

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A William and Mary style burr walnut slant-front bureau with herringbone inlay, brass handles, and bun feet.
Large Antique William and Mary Burr Walnut Herringbone Inlaid Two Part Bureau
Ref: SA1237130
A William and Mary style burr walnut slant-front bureau with herringbone inlay, brass handles, and bun feet.
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  • ObjectBureaus
  • Period17th century
  • StyleWilliam and Mary
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Walnut, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBurr walnut veneer, Herringbone crossbanding, Slant front, Bun feet
  • SizeH 104 cm (41 in) x W 106 cm (42 in) x D 63 cm (25 in)

This large seventeenth-century William and Mary bureau is made from burr walnut with walnut timbers, herringbone crossbanding, and brass hardware. The two-part piece has a warm brown colour, a slant front, and a fitted interior with four drawers, eight pigeon holes, a central door, a sliding well, and a brown leather writing surface. Two short drawers sit above two long drawers, all oak-lined and fitted with brass handles, flanked by brass side carrying handles, and supported on round bun feet. The woodwork shows aged patination across the surfaces, grain patterns, and mouldings. Measuring 104 cm high, 106 cm wide, and 63 cm deep, it provides a practical writing and storage desk for a home study, living room, or hallway workspace.

FAQs

Originating in the late seventeenth century, William and Mary furniture is distinguished by light proportions, intricate wood veneers, herringbone crossbanding, and turned feet such as bun or trumpet shapes.

Bureaus from this era typically feature walnut or burr walnut veneers laid over solid oak or pine carcases, often detailed with brass brassware, teardrop handles, and crossbanded inlays.

Authentic pieces demonstrate hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-planed secondary timbers such as oak drawer linings, natural wood shrinkage over centuries, and original brass fittings with square nuts.

Positioning a rich walnut bureau against neutral or limewashed walls creates balanced visual contrast, while pairing it with modern desk lamps or contemporary artwork highlights the historical craftsmanship.

Maintain burr walnut veneer by applying a high-quality beeswax polish twice yearly, keeping the furniture away from direct heat sources, and avoiding direct sunlight to prevent veneer drying or bleaching.
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