Search 0
65,062  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 47 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
JOIN AS A SELLER DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
GIFTS
47 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Antiques dealer?
Join as a Seller
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA990097
SOLD
Email Phone
Save
Pretty French Walnut Writing Bureau
Sold by James Ribbons Antiques
sold SA990097
Sorry, but this item has been sold.

James Ribbons Antiques

Sellingantiques Verified Since Jan 2012
Browse dealers 66 items
↓ Relevant Links
Id #SA990097
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Pretty French Walnut Writing Bureau

1900 - 1920
Sold 3 February 2025 · James Ribbons Antiques
This “Pretty French Walnut Writing Bureau” found a buyer.

It was listed by James Ribbons Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Find more for sale
French Fall Front DeskFrench Walnut Writing BureauMarquetry Bureau Desk Ask the dealer for something similar
Description

A very pretty cylinder writing bureau made from walnut with ormolu mounts.

The cylinder front has a Vernis Martin panel depicting figures and animals and flowers.

When the bottom drawer is opened the cylinder top rolls back which allows the leather covered writing slope to be unfolded.

The condition overall is very good and clean,. There are some pressure marks on the leather desktop.

For delivery please ask for a quote.

Height 39 ins

Width 30 ins

Depth 22 ins

Date of Manufacture

James Ribbons Antiques has dated this French Walnut Writing Bureau to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA990097
Description
A very pretty cylinder writing bureau made from walnut with ormolu mounts.

The cylinder front has a Vernis Martin panel depicting figures and animals and flowers.

“
When the bottom drawer is opened the cylinder top rolls back which allows the leather covered writing slope to be unfolded.
James Ribbons Antiques

The condition overall is very good and clean,. There are some pressure marks on the leather desktop.

For delivery please ask for a quote.

Height 39 ins

Width 30 ins

Depth 22 ins

Date of Manufacture

James Ribbons Antiques has dated this French Walnut Writing Bureau to the 1920s.

Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA990097
James Ribbons Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the James Ribbons Antiques Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
An angled view of a French walnut writing bureau featuring a cylinder roll-top, painted central panel, bronze mounts, and cabriole legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
1 / 6
Archive I An angled view of a French walnut writing bureau featuring a cylinder roll-top, painted central panel, bronze mounts, and cabriole legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pretty French Walnut Writing Bureau

Archive II An angled view of a French walnut writing bureau featuring a cylinder roll-top, painted central panel, bronze mounts, and cabriole legs. View II
Archive III An angled view of a French walnut writing bureau featuring a cylinder roll-top, painted central panel, bronze mounts, and cabriole legs. View III
Archive IV An angled view of a French walnut writing bureau featuring a cylinder roll-top, painted central panel, bronze mounts, and cabriole legs. View IV
Archive V An angled view of a French walnut writing bureau featuring a cylinder roll-top, painted central panel, bronze mounts, and cabriole legs. View V
Archive VI An angled view of a French walnut writing bureau featuring a cylinder roll-top, painted central panel, bronze mounts, and cabriole legs. View VI
Enlarged Archival View

James Ribbons Antiques
Telephone 01458 274 106
Location
Chilli Cottage
3 Kirkham Street
Somerton
Somerset
TA11 7NW
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jamesribbons
Verified Since Jan 2012
Items For Sale 66
Items Sold 984
James Ribbons Antiques
Verified Since Jan 2012
View Dealer Info
Location: Chilli Cottage, 3 Kirkham Street, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NW, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/jamesribbons
Verified
Jan 2012
For Sale
66
Sold
984
An angled view of a French walnut writing bureau featuring a cylinder roll-top, painted central panel, bronze mounts, and cabriole legs.
Pretty French walnut writing bureau
Ref: SA990097
An angled view of a French walnut writing bureau featuring a cylinder roll-top, painted central panel, bronze mounts, and cabriole legs.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks & Bureaux
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Provincial
  • MaterialWalnut, Ormolu, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCylinder roll top, Painted pictorial panel, Ormolu mounts, Cabriole legs
  • SizeH 99 cm (39 in) x W 77 cm (30 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

FAQs

French writing bureaux evolved during the 18th century from simpler slant-front desks, becoming sophisticated pieces for correspondence featuring internal compartments and cylinder or fall-front closures.

Cabinet makers typically utilised dense hardwoods such as walnut or mahogany for the primary structure, often incorporating burr veneers, marquetry inlay, and cast bronze or brass mounts.

Authentication relies on examining hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawer construction, traditional French polish finishes, hand-cast metal hardware, and the natural ageing of the timber.

Pairing the warm timber tones with contemporary minimalist seating and neutral wall colours creates a balanced contrast that highlights the craftsmanship of the period piece.

Maintain walnut furniture by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting with a dry lint-free cloth, and periodically applying traditional beeswax to nourish the timber.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories