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Chippendale Bureau on Stand
Moxhams Antiques
for sale €10,355     $11,240
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Moxhams Antiques

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    Roger and jill founded the business in 1967 and their son nick joined them in 1994.
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Chippendale Bureau on Stand

19th century
For Sale by Moxhams Antiques
Description

A fine and rare George III Chippendale period bureau on its original stand: superb inlaid interior with a finely carved frieze, mahogany-lined drawers and 2 secret drawers; the 2 main drawers with the original gilt rococco handles; the stand with blind fret frieze, open fret brackets, legs with stop-fluted carved detail and handsome pierced x-stretcher

Width: 27¼'' / 69cm

Height: 40'' / 101.5cm

Depth: 18¾'' / 47.5cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
101.6002cm (40.00")
Width
69.2151cm (27.25")
Depth
47.6251cm (18.75")
Declaration

Moxhams Antiques has dated this Chippendale Bureau on Stand to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA252492
Dealers Internal Reference
S406
Dealers Notes

Established in 1967,Moxhams Antiques is a family business with a large shop in Bradford-on-Avon near Bath. We have an extensive and varied stock specialising in good period town and country furniture, ceramics, particularly delftware, as well as some decorative items.

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Open 10am - 5.30pm, Monday to Saturday, but please let us know that you are coming.

Description
A fine and rare George III Chippendale period bureau on its original stand: superb inlaid interior with a finely carved frieze, mahogany-lined drawers and 2 secret drawers; the 2 main drawers with the original gilt rococco handles; the stand with blind fret frieze, open fret brackets, legs with stop-fluted carved detail and handsome pierced x-stretcher

Width: 27¼'' / 69cm

Height: 40'' / 101.5cm

Depth: 18¾'' / 47.5cm

Height
101.6002cm (40.00")
Width
69.2151cm (27.25")
Depth
47.6251cm (18.75")
Date of Manufacture

Moxhams Antiques has dated this Chippendale Bureau on Stand to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA252492
Dealers Internal Ref
S406
Moxhams Antiques
Moxhams Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009

Roger and jill founded the business in 1967 and their son nick joined them in 1994.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Moxhams Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Moxhams Antiques is a registered member of BADA 

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An antique mahogany Chippendale bureau on stand featuring an open slant-front writing surface, fitted pigeonhole interior, inlaid star motif, blind fretwork apron, and square legs with an X-stretcher.
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Archive I An antique mahogany Chippendale bureau on stand featuring an open slant-front writing surface, fitted pigeonhole interior, inlaid star motif, blind fretwork apron, and square legs with an X-stretcher.

Chippendale Bureau on Stand

Archive II An antique mahogany Chippendale bureau on stand featuring an open slant-front writing surface, fitted pigeonhole interior, inlaid star motif, blind fretwork apron, and square legs with an X-stretcher. View II
Archive III An antique mahogany Chippendale bureau on stand featuring an open slant-front writing surface, fitted pigeonhole interior, inlaid star motif, blind fretwork apron, and square legs with an X-stretcher. View III
Archive IV An antique mahogany Chippendale bureau on stand featuring an open slant-front writing surface, fitted pigeonhole interior, inlaid star motif, blind fretwork apron, and square legs with an X-stretcher. View IV
Archive V An antique mahogany Chippendale bureau on stand featuring an open slant-front writing surface, fitted pigeonhole interior, inlaid star motif, blind fretwork apron, and square legs with an X-stretcher. View V
Archive VI An antique mahogany Chippendale bureau on stand featuring an open slant-front writing surface, fitted pigeonhole interior, inlaid star motif, blind fretwork apron, and square legs with an X-stretcher. View VI
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Moxhams Antiques

Moxhams Antiques
Telephone Shop 01225 862789 / Evenings 01225 783199
Location
17 Silver Street
Bradford on Avon
Wiltshire
BA15 1JZ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/moxhams
Verified Since Aug 2009
Items For Sale 135
Items Sold 370
Moxhams Antiques
Moxhams Antiques
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An antique mahogany Chippendale bureau on stand featuring an open slant-front writing surface, fitted pigeonhole interior, inlaid star motif, blind fretwork apron, and square legs with an X-stretcher.
Chippendale bureau on stand
Ref: SA252492
An antique mahogany Chippendale bureau on stand featuring an open slant-front writing surface, fitted pigeonhole interior, inlaid star motif, blind fretwork apron, and square legs with an X-stretcher.
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A Chippendale bureau on stand is an 18th-century style writing desk featuring a sloping drop-down front mounted atop a raised table base or leg assembly. Originating in Georgian England, these pieces typically combine internal fitted pigeonholes and drawers with decorative details such as blind fretwork carving.

Primary woods typically included dense Cuban or West Indian mahogany, valued for its grain and deep reddish-brown tone. Oak or pine was frequently used as a secondary wood for drawer linings, while decorative features often incorporated brass hardware and satinwood or boxwood marquetry inlays.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-planed secondary woods, and genuine age-related wear to the drawer runners and undersides. Look for period brass fittings, cast iron lock mechanisms, and hand-carved fretwork or moulding details around the frame and legs.

This versatile piece serves well as a compact writing station in a home office, hallway, or living room alcove. Pairing its dark mahogany frame with neutral wall tones and minimal contemporary lighting highlights the historic woodwork without cluttering the room.

Keep the bureau away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber movement or fading. Dust regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year to preserve the finish.
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