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Antique Fall Front Bureau, Scottish, Georgian Revival, Victorian
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Antique Fall Front Bureau, Scottish, Georgian Revival, Victorian

19th century
Sold 2 February 2026 · London Fine Antiques
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Description

This is an antique fall front bureau. A Scottish, mahogany writing desk in Georgian revival taste by Japp of Montrose, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1870.

Fine example of Scottish craftsmanship, with a superb finish and well appointed

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in very good order throughout

Select stocks shows fine grain interest and deep caramel hues

Quality satinwood and boxwood inlays accentuate the cabinetry

Arranged with an upper fall front over a quartet of graduated drawers

Inlaid with a satinwood border and shell motif to centre, the fall front dressed with a brass lined lock — key present

Generously sized baize writing surface with an arcaded gallery of storage compartments and drawers

Central door conceals a pair of small slide drawers and replete with inset working lock — key present

A pair of lopers emerge from the cabinet with small brass pulls to support the fall

Each of the four drawers dressed with brass drop handles over pierced backplates and locks — keys absent

Maker's label to be found in the gallery upper for J & F Japp of Montrose, Scotland

Bureau raised elegantly upon four ogee bracket feet beneath a shallow, rolled apron

This is an attractive antique fall front bureau, perfect for any room and with a delightful Georgian revival taste by Scottish craftsmen. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 97.5cm (38.5'')

Max Depth: 53cm (20.75'')

Max Height: 104.5cm (41.25'')

Writing Slope Width: 88.5cm (34.75'')

Writing Slope Depth: 57.5cm (22.75'')

Writing Slope Height: 78cm (30.75'')

Baize Width: 64.5cm (25.5'')

Baize Depth: 34.5cm (13.5'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.8777

Physical Dimensions
Height
104.5cm (41.14")
Width
97.5cm (38.39")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Fall Front Bureau to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA947202
Dealers Internal Reference
18.8777
Dealers Notes

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Description
This is an antique fall front bureau.
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A Scottish, mahogany writing desk in Georgian revival taste by Japp of Montrose, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1870.
London Fine Antiques

Fine example of Scottish craftsmanship, with a superb finish and well appointed

fig 1. A mahogany fall-front bureau featuring a fold-down writing flap lined with green baize, revealing internal pigeonholes and small drawers above three exterior graduating drawers with brass drop handles.
fig 1. Antique Fall Front Bureau, Scottish, Georgian Revival, Victorian

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in very good order throughout

Select stocks shows fine grain interest and deep caramel hues

Quality satinwood and boxwood inlays accentuate the cabinetry

Arranged with an upper fall front over a quartet of graduated drawers

fig 2. A mahogany fall-front bureau featuring a fold-down writing flap lined with green baize, revealing internal pigeonholes and small drawers above three exterior graduating drawers with brass drop handles.
fig 2. Antique Fall Front Bureau, Scottish, Georgian Revival, Victorian

Inlaid with a satinwood border and shell motif to centre, the fall front dressed with a brass lined lock — key present

Generously sized baize writing surface with an arcaded gallery of storage compartments and drawers

fig 3. A mahogany fall-front bureau featuring a fold-down writing flap lined with green baize, revealing internal pigeonholes and small drawers above three exterior graduating drawers with brass drop handles.
fig 3. Antique Fall Front Bureau, Scottish, Georgian Revival, Victorian

Central door conceals a pair of small slide drawers and replete with inset working lock — key present

A pair of lopers emerge from the cabinet with small brass pulls to support the fall

Each of the four drawers dressed with brass drop handles over pierced backplates and locks — keys absent

fig 4. A mahogany fall-front bureau featuring a fold-down writing flap lined with green baize, revealing internal pigeonholes and small drawers above three exterior graduating drawers with brass drop handles.
fig 4. Antique Fall Front Bureau, Scottish, Georgian Revival, Victorian

Maker's label to be found in the gallery upper for J & F Japp of Montrose, Scotland

Bureau raised elegantly upon four ogee bracket feet beneath a shallow, rolled apron

This is an attractive antique fall front bureau, perfect for any room and with a delightful Georgian revival taste by Scottish craftsmen. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

fig 5. A mahogany fall-front bureau featuring a fold-down writing flap lined with green baize, revealing internal pigeonholes and small drawers above three exterior graduating drawers with brass drop handles.
fig 5. Antique Fall Front Bureau, Scottish, Georgian Revival, Victorian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 97.5cm (38.5'')

Max Depth: 53cm (20.75'')

Max Height: 104.5cm (41.25'')

Writing Slope Width: 88.5cm (34.75'')

Writing Slope Depth: 57.5cm (22.75'')

Writing Slope Height: 78cm (30.75'')

fig 6. A mahogany fall-front bureau featuring a fold-down writing flap lined with green baize, revealing internal pigeonholes and small drawers above three exterior graduating drawers with brass drop handles.
fig 6. Antique Fall Front Bureau, Scottish, Georgian Revival, Victorian

Baize Width: 64.5cm (25.5'')

Baize Depth: 34.5cm (13.5'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 7. A mahogany fall-front bureau featuring a fold-down writing flap lined with green baize, revealing internal pigeonholes and small drawers above three exterior graduating drawers with brass drop handles.
fig 7. Antique Fall Front Bureau, Scottish, Georgian Revival, Victorian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.8777

Height
104.5cm (41.14")
Width
97.5cm (38.39")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Fall Front Bureau to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA947202
Dealers Internal Ref
18.8777
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Archive II A mahogany fall-front bureau featuring a fold-down writing flap lined with green baize, revealing internal pigeonholes and small drawers above three exterior graduating drawers with brass drop handles. View II
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A mahogany fall-front bureau featuring a fold-down writing flap lined with green baize, revealing internal pigeonholes and small drawers above three exterior graduating drawers with brass drop handles.
Antique Fall Front Bureau, Scottish, Georgian Revival, Victorian
Ref: SA947202
A mahogany fall-front bureau featuring a fold-down writing flap lined with green baize, revealing internal pigeonholes and small drawers above three exterior graduating drawers with brass drop handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks & Secretaries
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian Revival
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFall-front writing flap, Fitted pigeonhole interior, Bracket feet, Brass batwing drop handles
  • SizeH 104.5 cm (41 in) x W 97.5 cm (38 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

FAQs

The fall-front bureau, or slant-front desk, evolved during the late 17th century in Europe as an evolution of the chest of drawers, designed to provide a concealed writing surface and secure storage for correspondence.

Authentic pieces are typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, featuring dovetail joints on the drawers, secondary softwoods for internal drawer linings, and brass hardware.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the hand-cut dovetailing, timber shrinkage patterns, tool marks on internal components, and the appropriateness of the brass fixings and secondary woods relative to the stated period.

Positioning the piece against a neutral wall allows its traditional wood tones to serve as a focal point, while pairing it with minimalist seating creates a balanced contrast between historical craftsmanship and modern simplicity.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent cracking, and periodically apply traditional beeswax polish while avoiding silicone-based commercial sprays.
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