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Fine 18th Century Mahogany Bureau Bookcase

18th century
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A Superb quality 18th Century solid Mahogany Bureau Bookcase made from the finest cuban Mahogany and of exceptional colour in untouched original condition. The ornate handles, locks and ogee bracket feet are all original. The linings are in Oak, they are in wonderful clean original condition. The dental cornice is a quality feature, it sits nicely above the fretted freeze.

c. 1760

Physical Dimensions
Height
221cm (87.01")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Holmes Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Bureau Bookcase to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA616676
Dealers Notes

Holmes Antiques was established in 1932

We are a family business with a shop on Haworth Main Street in West Yorkshire.

We specialise in early English furniture

With the emphasis on quality, originality, colour and surface.

David Holmes has developed a reputation in the antique trade as one of the country's leading experts on early English Oak, Walnut and Mahogany furniture.

Christian Holmes is the 4th generation of the family to deal in Antique furniture

www.holmesantiques.co.uk

Description
A Superb quality 18th Century solid Mahogany Bureau Bookcase made from the finest cuban Mahogany and of exceptional colour in untouched original condition. The ornate handles, locks and ogee bracket feet are all original. The linings are in Oak, they are in wonderful clean original condition. The dental cornice is a quality feature, it sits nicely above the fretted freeze.

c. 1760

Height
221cm (87.01")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Holmes Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Bureau Bookcase to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA616676
Holmes Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

Leading experts on early english oak, walnut and mahogany furniture. Established in 1932.

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An 18th-century mahogany bureau bookcase featuring a blind two-door upper cabinet, a slant-front writing slope, four long drawers, and bracket feet.
Fine 18th Century Mahogany Bureau Bookcase
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An 18th-century mahogany bureau bookcase featuring a blind two-door upper cabinet, a slant-front writing slope, four long drawers, and bracket feet.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBureau Bookcase
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Oak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSlant front slope, Dentil carved cornice, Panelled cabinet doors, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 221 cm (87 in) x W 107 cm (42 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

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A bureau bookcase is a dual-purpose piece of cabinet furniture originating in the late 17th to 18th century, featuring a slanted writing flap over drawers, surmounted by an upper cabinet for storing books or documents.

Georgian examples are predominantly crafted from solid and veneered mahogany, featuring hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, oak secondary timbers, and cast brass handles.

Authentic pieces display hand-planed timber surfaces, irregular dovetail joints, original iron lock mechanisms, and historic wear consistent with age, alongside solid timber backboards.

Position the piece as a focal point against a neutral backdrop in a study or living area, balancing its substantial proportions with contemporary lighting and minimalist decorative objects.

Dust surfaces using a clean microfibre cloth and apply a thin layer of natural beeswax polish annually, keeping the piece away from direct heat sources and damp environments.
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