George III Period Mahogany Bureau

18th century

Sold by John Hubbard Antiques

Description

A fine quality George III period mahogany and inlaid bureau. The fall inlaid with chequer stringing, banding and a beautiful oval central panel., the whole standing on ogee bracket feet. Original lock and working key.

The interior, features a central door, with original working lock with key, flanked by concealed pillared secret drawers, a further two long and four short drawers and two secret frieze drawers. Old but replacement handles in original holes.

Size: 41.1/2" at widest point (feet) x 42.1/2" high x 21" deep

Stock no: 4648

Dealers note: This is a wonderful, sophisicated collector's piece from the third quarter of the 18th century that would grace a stately home as every bit a much as well as 21st century new build. Loads of space for all paperwork, laptop, pads etc., coupled with secret and concealed compartments make this a total joy.

Physical Dimensions

Height

108cm (42.52")

Width

105cm (41.34")

Depth

53.5cm (21.06")

Declaration

John Hubbard Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA596901

Dealers Internal Reference

4648

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Description

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The interior, features a central door, with original working lock with key, flanked by concealed pillared secret drawers, a further two long and four short drawers and two secret frieze drawers.

John Hubbard Antiques

Old but replacement handles in original holes.

fig 1. George III period mahogany bureau — fig 1. George III Period Mahogany Bureau

Size: 41.1/2" at widest point (feet) x 42.1/2" high x 21" deep

Stock no: 4648

Dealers note: This is a wonderful, sophisicated collector's piece from the third quarter of the 18th century that would grace a stately home as every bit a much as well as 21st century new build. Loads of space for all paperwork, laptop, pads etc., coupled with secret and concealed compartments make this a total joy.