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Large Georgian Inlaid Mahogany Writing Bureau
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Large Georgian Inlaid Mahogany Writing Bureau

19th century
Description

Good quality Georgian period large mahogany bureau raised on bracket feet and having decorative line inlay.

Fall down front with original locking key revealing well fitted interior.

Outer long opening drawers with brass handles offering plenty of storage space.

Having original polish finish. Circa 1790

Measurements

Height 43"

Width 43.5"

Depth 21"

Delivery: Free UK Mainland

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Harrison Antique Furniture has dated this Georgian Inlaid Mahogany Bureau to the 1800s.

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SA331100
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82B6/3
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Description
Good quality Georgian period large mahogany bureau raised on bracket feet and having decorative line inlay.

Fall down front with original locking key revealing well fitted interior.

Outer long opening drawers with brass handles offering plenty of storage space.

Having original polish finish. Circa 1790

Measurements

Height 43"

Width 43.5"

Depth 21"

Delivery: Free UK Mainland

Date of Manufacture

Harrison Antique Furniture has dated this Georgian Inlaid Mahogany Bureau to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA331100
Dealers Internal Ref
82B6/3
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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A Georgian mahogany writing bureau featuring a sloped fall-front lid, inlaid borders, four full-width drawers with brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
Large Georgian Inlaid Mahogany Writing Bureau
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A Georgian writing bureau is a piece of case furniture developed during the eighteenth century, featuring a sloping hinged lid that lowers to create a writing desk. Beneath the lid lies an interior arrangement of small drawers, pigeonholes, and document slots, positioned above a chest of drawers.

Primary woods typically include flame mahogany or walnut, often enhanced with satinwood or boxwood stringing and crossbanded timber borders. Drawer linings were commonly made from solid oak or pine, fitted with cast brass drop handles and key escutcheons.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints inside the drawers, hand-planed back panels, and natural wear or surface oxidisation consistent with age. Look for original brass hardware, keyhole wear, and fine decorative timber stringing along the fall-front lid.

A writing bureau serves as a functional workspace or focal point in a home office, living room, or hallway. Pair the dark mahogany tones with contemporary neutral wall colours, modern task lighting, and minimalist decorative accessories to balance classic and modern aesthetics.

Dust the polished wood surfaces regularly with a clean, soft cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish periodically to maintain the timber patination. Position the piece away from direct heat sources, radiators, and prolonged sunlight to prevent the timber from warping or drying out.
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