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Antique Victorian Outstanding Quality Burr Walnut Secretaire Bookcase
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Antique Victorian Outstanding Quality Burr Walnut Secretaire Bookcase

19th century
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Antique Victorian Outstanding quality burr walnut secretaire bookcase having an exceptional quality burr walnut shaped cornice above a pair of burr walnut glazed doors opening to reveal 3 adjustable shelves above a long secretaire drawer opening to reveal a fitted interior consisting of 6 pigeon holes, 8 satinwood drawers and a leather writing surface above a pair of burr walnut panelled doors opening to reveal a shelf interior standing on a plinth base.

A superior example boasting a breathtaking colour. The quality of the design and craftsmanship is evident throughout this lovely piece.

We can offer our own very competitive international shipping with delivery in most cases within 21 days. Please ask us for details.

Dimensions:

Height 227 cm (89.37 in)

Width 118 cm (46.46 in)

Depth 47.5 cm (18.70 in)

Dated 1860

Physical Dimensions
Height
227cm (89.37")
Width
118cm (46.46")
Depth
47.5cm (18.70")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Secretaire Bookcase to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1237352
Dealers Internal Reference
2831
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Antique Victorian Outstanding quality burr walnut secretaire bookcase having an exceptional quality burr walnut shaped cornice above a pair of burr walnut glazed doors opening to reveal 3 adjustable shelves above a long secretaire drawer opening to reveal a fitted interior consisting of 6 pigeon holes, 8 satinwood drawers and a leather writing surface above a pair of burr walnut panelled doors opening to reveal a shelf interior standing on a plinth base.
fig 1. A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with two doors, a deep secretaire drawer with turned wooden handles, and a two-door cupboard base.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Outstanding Quality Burr Walnut Secretaire Bookcase

A superior example boasting a breathtaking colour. The quality of the design and craftsmanship is evident throughout this lovely piece.

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We can offer our own very competitive international shipping with delivery in most cases within 21 days.
London City Antiques

Please ask us for details.

Dimensions:

Height 227 cm (89.37 in)

Width 118 cm (46.46 in)

Depth 47.5 cm (18.70 in)

Dated 1860

Height
227cm (89.37")
Width
118cm (46.46")
Depth
47.5cm (18.70")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Secretaire Bookcase to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237352
Dealers Internal Ref
2831
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with two doors, a deep secretaire drawer with turned wooden handles, and a two-door cupboard base.

Antique Victorian Outstanding Quality Burr Walnut Secretaire Bookcase

Archive II A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with two doors, a deep secretaire drawer with turned wooden handles, and a two-door cupboard base. View II
Archive III A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with two doors, a deep secretaire drawer with turned wooden handles, and a two-door cupboard base. View III
Archive IV A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with two doors, a deep secretaire drawer with turned wooden handles, and a two-door cupboard base. View IV
Archive V A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with two doors, a deep secretaire drawer with turned wooden handles, and a two-door cupboard base. View V
Archive VI A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with two doors, a deep secretaire drawer with turned wooden handles, and a two-door cupboard base. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with two doors, a deep secretaire drawer with turned wooden handles, and a two-door cupboard base. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with two doors, a deep secretaire drawer with turned wooden handles, and a two-door cupboard base. View VIII
Archive IX A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with two doors, a deep secretaire drawer with turned wooden handles, and a two-door cupboard base. View IX
Archive X A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with two doors, a deep secretaire drawer with turned wooden handles, and a two-door cupboard base. View X
Archive XI A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with two doors, a deep secretaire drawer with turned wooden handles, and a two-door cupboard base. View XI
Archive XII A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with two doors, a deep secretaire drawer with turned wooden handles, and a two-door cupboard base. View XII
Archive XIII A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with two doors, a deep secretaire drawer with turned wooden handles, and a two-door cupboard base. View XIII
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A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with two doors, a deep secretaire drawer with turned wooden handles, and a two-door cupboard base.
Antique Victorian Outstanding Quality Burr Walnut Secretaire Bookcase
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A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase featuring a glazed upper cabinet with two doors, a deep secretaire drawer with turned wooden handles, and a two-door cupboard base.
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  • ObjectBookcases & Cabinets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Glass, Timber
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBurr walnut veneer, Glazed doors, Turned wooden knobs, Moulded cornice
  • SizeH 227 cm (89 in) x W 118 cm (46 in) x D 47.5 cm (19 in)

An antique Victorian secretaire bookcase from 1860 follows the gentleman's library style. It is made from timber and burr walnut with a warm brown colour, glass, and a moulded cornice, finished with a shaped cornice, glazed doors, two turned wooden knobs on the long secretaire drawer, and a plinth base. The wood displays prominent burr patterns and varied figuring across the veneers, while the cabinet includes a deep drawer with wooden handles and two lower panelled cupboard doors. Standing 227 cm high, 118 cm wide, and 47.5 cm deep, this large standing storage unit serves as a functional display cabinet and workspace in a study, home office, or living room. It provides enclosed shelving for books and objects behind glass doors, a pull-out desk compartment in the middle section, and lower cupboard storage for larger household items.

FAQs

A Victorian burr walnut secretaire bookcase is a multi-functional piece of 19th-century storage furniture featuring an upper glazed cabinet for books, a pull-down or pull-out secretaire drawer designed for writing, and a lower storage cupboard.

Victorian examples frequently feature highly figured burr walnut veneers applied over solid timber carcases, hand-cut dovetail jointing on drawers, hand-blown glass glazing, and solid turned wooden or brass handles.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut joinery, original lock mechanisms, naturally developed timber patination, and hand-cut veneers that display natural variations in the walnut grain.

Position the piece as a focal point in a dining room, study, or living space, pairing its dark timber tones with neutral wall colours, contemporary ceramics, and structured lighting.

Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent veneer movement or timber fading, dust regularly with a soft cloth, and apply a beeswax polish annually.
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