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Edwardian Quality Mahogany Ladies Writing Bureau
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Edwardian Quality Mahogany Ladies Writing Bureau

1900 - 1920
Sold 27 April 2025 · Harrison Antique Furniture
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Description

Good quality Edwardian period mahogany ladies writing bureau.

Having polished upstand back and shelf for display or bookrack.

Fall front revealing lovely quality fitted interior with twin opening drawers and large writing surface for present day workstation, suitable for use with a lap top pc.

Lower single opening drawer with original handles offering useful storage space.

Lower polished mahogany shelf useful for file storage or printer.

A lovely quality piece of Edwardian furniture with makers label on reverse, circa 1900.

Height Overall 48"

Height to Writing Surface 30"

Width 26"

Depth 15"

Delivery: Free UK Mainland

Date of Manufacture

Harrison Antique Furniture has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Writing Bureau to the 1900s.

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SA142080
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19B18/11
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Here at Harrison Antique Furniture Ltd we abide by the distance selling regulations.

You have the right to cancel your order within 48 hours.

Once item is delivered you have 14 days to cancel. Return of the goods must be within 14 days of this cancellation date.

The cost of the item/s will be refunded, whilst the cost of returning the item/s is at the buyers own expense.

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Description
Good quality Edwardian period mahogany ladies writing bureau.

Having polished upstand back and shelf for display or bookrack.

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Fall front revealing lovely quality fitted interior with twin opening drawers and large writing surface for present day workstation, suitable for use with a lap top pc.
Harrison Antique Furniture
fig 1. An Edwardian mahogany writing bureau featuring a sloping fall-front lid with marquetry inlay, a single long drawer, and an undershelf supported by tapering legs.
fig 1. Edwardian Quality Mahogany Ladies Writing Bureau

Lower single opening drawer with original handles offering useful storage space.

Lower polished mahogany shelf useful for file storage or printer.

A lovely quality piece of Edwardian furniture with makers label on reverse, circa 1900.

Height Overall 48"

Height to Writing Surface 30"

Width 26"

Depth 15"

Delivery: Free UK Mainland

Date of Manufacture

Harrison Antique Furniture has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Writing Bureau to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA142080
Dealers Internal Ref
19B18/11
Harrison Antique Furniture
Harrison Antique Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010

At harrison antique furniture we sell online affordable antique & pre-1940's furniture for every room in the home.

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Archive I An Edwardian mahogany writing bureau featuring a sloping fall-front lid with marquetry inlay, a single long drawer, and an undershelf supported by tapering legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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An Edwardian mahogany writing bureau featuring a sloping fall-front lid with marquetry inlay, a single long drawer, and an undershelf supported by tapering legs.
Edwardian Quality Mahogany Ladies Writing Bureau
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An Edwardian mahogany writing bureau featuring a sloping fall-front lid with marquetry inlay, a single long drawer, and an undershelf supported by tapering legs.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFall-front lid, Marquetry oval inlay, Brass drop handles, Undertier shelf

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Edwardian writing bureaux gained popularity in the early 20th century, drawing inspiration from earlier Georgian and Sheraton designs while incorporating lighter proportions suited to more intimate domestic spaces.

These pieces were typically constructed using solid mahogany or fine mahogany veneers over secondary hardwoods, often featuring delicate stringing, crossbanding, and dovetailed drawer construction.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit period-appropriate joinery such as hand-cut dovetails, genuine brass or cast metal hardware, subtle timber shrinkage, and hand-applied polish finishes rather than modern lacquers.

Pairing a traditional wood bureau with contemporary seating and minimalist wall art creates a balanced contrast, allowing the historic craftsmanship to serve as a functional focal point.

Maintain antique mahogany by keeping it out of direct sunlight, avoiding extreme temperature fluctuations, and periodically applying a quality microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the wood surface.
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