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Substantial Antique Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Bureau
John Howkins Antiques
for sale €3,744     $4,064
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Substantial Antique Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Bureau

19th century
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A substantial and very good quality early 19th century 2 part Dutch marquetry cylinder bureau of bombe form and fully oak lined. The mahogany ground having superb inlaid urns with ebony and boxwood chevron inlay throughout. The cylinder fall has marquetry oak leaf wreaths with inlaid lyres and brass rods. To open, the writing slide is pulled forward and the cylinder opens to reveal a wonderful inlaid interior. Fitted with 6 serpentine shaped drawers, 4 flat drawers and a small cupboard flanked by 2 tall stationary drawers each having ormolu capitals. The slide having marquetry inlaid writing paraphernalia and brass pulls. The lower section with floral marquetry inlay and satinwood banding to the canted corners. The 3 graduated and inlaid drawers with oval brass handles, cast escutcheons and open between cross grain mouldings. The bureau is raised on an attractive shaped frieze with leaf carved feet and scroll toes. Condition - Very good with a few bumps & bruises associated with age and use. Dimensions:- Height…45’’/ 114.5cm. Max.Width…54’’/ 137cm. Depth…26’’/ 66cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £75.

Physical Dimensions
Height
114.5cm (45.08")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Dutch Marquetry Cylinder Bureau to the 1800s.

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SA709559
Dealers Internal Reference
23158
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Description
A substantial and very good quality early 19th century 2 part Dutch marquetry cylinder bureau of bombe form and fully oak lined. The mahogany ground having superb inlaid urns with ebony and boxwood chevron inlay throughout. The cylinder fall has marquetry oak leaf wreaths with inlaid lyres and brass rods.
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To open, the writing slide is pulled forward and the cylinder opens to reveal a wonderful inlaid interior.
John Howkins Antiques

Fitted with 6 serpentine shaped drawers, 4 flat drawers and a small cupboard flanked by 2 tall stationary drawers each having ormolu capitals. The slide having marquetry inlaid writing paraphernalia and brass pulls. The lower section with floral marquetry inlay and satinwood banding to the canted corners. The 3 graduated and inlaid drawers with oval brass handles, cast escutcheons and open between cross grain mouldings. The bureau is raised on an attractive shaped frieze with leaf carved feet and scroll toes. Condition - Very good with a few bumps & bruises associated with age and use. Dimensions:- Height…45’’/ 114.5cm. Max.Width…54’’/ 137cm. Depth…26’’/ 66cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £75.

Height
114.5cm (45.08")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Dutch Marquetry Cylinder Bureau to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA709559
Dealers Internal Ref
23158
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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A Dutch marquetry cylinder bureau crafted from warm brown wood with trompe loeil writing tool inlays, fitted drawers, brass handles, and a curved bombe base.
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Archive I A Dutch marquetry cylinder bureau crafted from warm brown wood with trompe loeil writing tool inlays, fitted drawers, brass handles, and a curved bombe base.

Substantial Antique Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Bureau

Archive II A Dutch marquetry cylinder bureau crafted from warm brown wood with trompe loeil writing tool inlays, fitted drawers, brass handles, and a curved bombe base. View II
Archive III A Dutch marquetry cylinder bureau crafted from warm brown wood with trompe loeil writing tool inlays, fitted drawers, brass handles, and a curved bombe base. View III
Archive IV A Dutch marquetry cylinder bureau crafted from warm brown wood with trompe loeil writing tool inlays, fitted drawers, brass handles, and a curved bombe base. View IV
Archive V A Dutch marquetry cylinder bureau crafted from warm brown wood with trompe loeil writing tool inlays, fitted drawers, brass handles, and a curved bombe base. View V
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NR15 2NR
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A Dutch marquetry cylinder bureau crafted from warm brown wood with trompe loeil writing tool inlays, fitted drawers, brass handles, and a curved bombe base.
Substantial Antique Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Bureau
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A Dutch marquetry cylinder bureau crafted from warm brown wood with trompe loeil writing tool inlays, fitted drawers, brass handles, and a curved bombe base.
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Dutch marquetry furniture is recognised for its elaborate timber inlays using contrasting fruitwoods, floral sprays, urns, and intricate scrolling foliage. These pieces frequently feature curved bombe silhouettes, cylinder lids, and fitted interiors with small drawers and secret compartments.

The core frame is typically constructed from oak or walnut, veneered in walnut, mahogany, or kingwood. The decorative inlays utilise light and dark fruitwoods, boxwood, bone, or mother-of-pearl, anchored by solid brass drawer handles and escutcheons.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints, oak or pine drawer linings showing hand-planing marks, natural shrinkage cracks along veneer joints, and aged brass hardware showing gentle oxidisation.

A marquetry bureau serves as an anchor piece in a study, hallway, or living area, balancing modern minimalist architectural lines with historic craftsmanship and warm timber tones.

Maintain stable humidity to prevent veneer lifting or wood movement. Clean surfaces gently with a soft microfibre cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish annually, avoiding spray cleaners or harsh chemical solvents.
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