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Georgian Satinwood Glazed Secretaire Bookcase
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for sale €2,165     $2,350
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Georgian Satinwood Glazed Secretaire Bookcase

18th century
For Sale by LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
Description

This charming Georgian satinwood glazed secretaire bookcase is constructed from beautifully figured satinwood, this piece exudes a warm, golden hue with a rich patina that has gracefully aged over time.

The upper section features a striking glazed cabinet with two tall doors, each adorned with refined geometric astragal glazing, allowing a glimpse of the interior shelving.

Beneath the bookcase, the lower section boasts a beautifully designed secretaire drawer, which, when opened, reveals a fitted writing desk with a green baize writing surface. The interior is thoughtfully arranged with small drawers, pigeonholes, and a central compartment, providing convenient storage for writing materials and personal documents. The drawer features finely cast brass ring handles with decorative lion’s head backplates.

Below the secretaire drawer is a two-door cupboard, offering additional storage space. The doors have working locks and keys, and the entire piece rests on splayed bracket feet, enhancing its classic silhouette.

This item comes in 3 pieces for transport.

W 117cm (46")

D 49cm (19.25")

H 227cm

Writing H 76.5cm (30.5")

Floor to underside of writing surface 74.5cm (29.25")

Base H 39.25cm (99.5")

Top interior

W 103cm (40.5")

D 26cm (10.25")

H 109cm (43")

Base interior

W 103cm (40.5")

D 44cm (17.5")

H 54cm (21.25")

Physical Dimensions
Height
227cm (89.37")
Width
117cm (46.06")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Declaration

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this Georgian Satinwood Secretaire Bookcase to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1239727
Dealers Internal Reference
WNE250328C
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Description
This charming Georgian satinwood glazed secretaire bookcase is constructed from beautifully figured satinwood, this piece exudes a warm, golden hue with a rich patina that has gracefully aged over time.
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The upper section features a striking glazed cabinet with two tall doors, each adorned with refined geometric astragal glazing, allowing a glimpse of the interior shelving.
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fig 1. A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet.
fig 1. Georgian Satinwood Glazed Secretaire Bookcase

Beneath the bookcase, the lower section boasts a beautifully designed secretaire drawer, which, when opened, reveals a fitted writing desk with a green baize writing surface. The interior is thoughtfully arranged with small drawers, pigeonholes, and a central compartment, providing convenient storage for writing materials and personal documents. The drawer features finely cast brass ring handles with decorative lion’s head backplates.

fig 2. A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet.
fig 2. Georgian Satinwood Glazed Secretaire Bookcase

Below the secretaire drawer is a two-door cupboard, offering additional storage space. The doors have working locks and keys, and the entire piece rests on splayed bracket feet, enhancing its classic silhouette.

fig 3. A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet.
fig 3. Georgian Satinwood Glazed Secretaire Bookcase

This item comes in 3 pieces for transport.

W 117cm (46")

D 49cm (19.25")

H 227cm

Writing H 76.5cm (30.5")

Floor to underside of writing surface 74.5cm (29.25")

Base H 39.25cm (99.5")

Top interior

W 103cm (40.5")

D 26cm (10.25")

H 109cm (43")

Base interior

W 103cm (40.5")

D 44cm (17.5")

H 54cm (21.25")

Height
227cm (89.37")
Width
117cm (46.06")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Date of Manufacture

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this Georgian Satinwood Secretaire Bookcase to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1239727
Dealers Internal Ref
WNE250328C
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Archive I A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet.

Georgian Satinwood Glazed Secretaire Bookcase

Archive II A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet. View II
Archive III A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet. View III
Archive IV A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet. View IV
Archive V A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet. View V
Archive VI A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet. View VI
Archive VII A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet. View VII
Archive VIII A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet. View VIII
Archive IX A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet. View IX
Archive X A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet. View X
Archive XI A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet. View XI
Archive XII A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet. View XII
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A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet.
Georgian Satinwood Glazed Secretaire Bookcase
Ref: SA1239727
A tall Georgian satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring an upper glazed cabinet with geometric astragal bars, a fold-down desk drawer, and a lower double-door cupboard on splayed bracket feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSecretaire Bookcases
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSatinwood, Glass, Brass
  • ColourGolden Brown
  • MotifsAstragal glazing, Lion mask handles, Fold-down writing drawer, Splayed bracket feet
  • SizeH 227 cm (89 in) x W 117 cm (46 in) x D 49 cm (19 in)

FAQs

A Georgian secretaire bookcase is a two-part piece of furniture originating in eighteenth-century Britain. It typically features an upper glazed cabinet for books and a lower section with a drop-front or pull-out writing drawer over cupboards or drawers.

Craftsmen during the Georgian period frequently used exotic hardwoods such as mahogany, satinwood, and rosewood. Primary woods were paired with hand-cut glass panes for glazing and brass hardware for handles and escutcheons.

Authentic Georgian furniture displays hand-cut dovetail joints, oak or pine secondary drawer linings, original brass hardware, and geometric astragal glazing bars. Finishes usually show age-appropriate patination and natural wear around handles and bases.

In modern interiors, a secretaire bookcase serves as a functional focal point in a hallway, dining space, or study. The glazed upper section can hold books or ceramics, while the secretaire drawer provides concealed workspace storage.

Satinwood should be positioned away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber drying or veneer movement. Dusting with a soft dry cloth and periodic applications of high-grade beeswax help preserve the natural patination.
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