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Georgian Mahogany Bureau
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Georgian Mahogany Bureau

18th century
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A good late 18th century mahogany bureau which has been sympathetically restored in our workshop. The previous sunlight faded bureau has been returned to it's original rich mahogany colour and a working key has been sorted for the fall lock. The piece stands very well on it's ogee bracket feet and there are none of the usual splits to the fall. The brass swan neck handles are in line with the originals and the interior has a nice selection of drawers and pigeon holes.

Physical Dimensions
Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
101cm (39.76")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

witchantiques.com has dated this Georgian Mahogany Writing Bureau to the Georgian era.

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SA924972
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B-497
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Description
A good late 18th century mahogany bureau which has been sympathetically restored in our workshop.
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The previous sunlight faded bureau has been returned to it's original rich mahogany colour and a working key has been sorted for the fall lock.
witchantiques.com

The piece stands very well on it's ogee bracket feet and there are none of the usual splits to the fall. The brass swan neck handles are in line with the originals and the interior has a nice selection of drawers and pigeon holes.

Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
101cm (39.76")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

witchantiques.com has dated this Georgian Mahogany Writing Bureau to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA924972
Dealers Internal Ref
B-497
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A Georgian mahogany writing bureau featuring a sloped fall-front lid above four graduated drawers with brass swan-neck handles, supported on bracket feet.
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A Georgian mahogany writing bureau featuring a sloped fall-front lid above four graduated drawers with brass swan-neck handles, supported on bracket feet.
Georgian Mahogany Bureau
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A Georgian mahogany bureau is a writing desk produced during the reigns of King George I through King George IV (17141830). It typically features a sloped writing fall that opens to reveal small drawers and pigeonholes, set above a series of full-width storage drawers.

Primary construction relied heavily on Cuban or West Indian mahogany for outer surfaces due to its dense grain and durability. Secondary woods such as pine, oak, or deal were used for drawer linings, while handles and escutcheons were cast from brass.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer construction, uneven oak or pine back panels, and natural oxidisation on the interior drawer timbers. Original brass hardware will show subtle hand-finished irregularities rather than modern uniformity.

A Georgian bureau works well as a functional focal point in a home office, hallway, or living room. Pairing the dark mahogany wood with contemporary wall colours, neutral textiles, and modern task lighting creates a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and contemporary design.

Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent wood shrinkage or bleaching. Apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year using a soft cloth to protect the original finish and maintain the timbers natural patina.
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