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Antique George III Mahogany Bureau

18th century
Sold 22 October 2024 · Penderyn Antiques
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Description

An attractive antique George III mahogany bureau. The antique mahogany bureau has a fall front that opens to reveal a writing surface with fitted interior, consisting of eight pigeon holes, eight drawers and a central cupboard. The antique mahogany bureau has an arrangement of four long drawers, each with decorated brass swan neck handles, each with neat inlay. The bureau has a shaped apron, raised on bracket feet.

Item Ref; M-5268

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DIMENSIONS:

Height – 110cm / Width - 97cm / Depth - 60cm / Surface Height- 79.5cm

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CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. There is surface wear in places including age-related marks and scratches to the top, sides and writing surface. There is further staining and fading to the writing surface, however, this does not affect the overall integrity of the piece. A lovely example of an antique George III mahogany bureau.

Our experienced carpenter meticulously inspects, repairs, and restores each item in our collection. This ensures that every piece you purchase from us is ready to be seamlessly incorporated into your home.

To provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the item's condition, we kindly request that you take a moment to thoroughly review all the accompanying photos. These images form an essential part of the item's description and condition report, offering an important visual insight into its appearance and overall quality.

Physical Dimensions
Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
97cm (38.19")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Penderyn Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Bureau to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1062984
Dealers Internal Reference
M-5268
Dealers Notes

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DELIVERY INFORMATION:

FREE DELIVERY TO ENGLAND & WALES!

FREE delivery to England & Wales. For Scotland please get in touch for a delivery quote by calling us on 01685 813594.

Timescale: 5-15 working days. You will receive full delivery details once your order has been placed. For Scotland, delivery may take longer than 15 working days. Please note, the courier service is to the external doorstep, the courier will also deliver on their own so you will need to arrange for someone to help your end.

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For deliveries outside of mainland UK (i.e Scottish Highlands and Islands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and Scilly Isles) please get in touch for a quote.

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International & European: Please get in touch for a quote.

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Collection: Our shop is based in the village of Penderyn, South Wales, CF44 0TJ.

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In case of return, items must be received back in the same condition as delivered and a collection fee of £85 will apply, this would be deducted from any refund amount.

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ABOUT US:

Hello from the Penderyn Antiques team! We’re friendly and enthusiastic people who deeply care about providing professional and exceptional service to you! We have a vast range of antique furniture online and at our pink chapel antique shop based in the Brecon Beacons National Park, South Wales. Like what you see? Follow us on social media @penderynantiques

Description
An attractive antique George III mahogany bureau.
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The antique mahogany bureau has a fall front that opens to reveal a writing surface with fitted interior, consisting of eight pigeon holes, eight drawers and a central cupboard.
Penderyn Antiques

The antique mahogany bureau has an arrangement of four long drawers, each with decorated brass swan neck handles, each with neat inlay. The bureau has a shaped apron, raised on bracket feet.

fig 1. A front-facing view of a dark brown George III mahogany bureau featuring a slant front lid, brass handles, and four graduating drawers.
fig 1. Antique George III Mahogany Bureau

Item Ref; M-5268

DIMENSIONS:

Height – 110cm / Width - 97cm / Depth - 60cm / Surface Height- 79.5cm

CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. There is surface wear in places including age-related marks and scratches to the top, sides and writing surface. There is further staining and fading to the writing surface, however, this does not affect the overall integrity of the piece. A lovely example of an antique George III mahogany bureau.

fig 2. A front-facing view of a dark brown George III mahogany bureau featuring a slant front lid, brass handles, and four graduating drawers.
fig 2. Antique George III Mahogany Bureau

Our experienced carpenter meticulously inspects, repairs, and restores each item in our collection. This ensures that every piece you purchase from us is ready to be seamlessly incorporated into your home.

fig 3. A front-facing view of a dark brown George III mahogany bureau featuring a slant front lid, brass handles, and four graduating drawers.
fig 3. Antique George III Mahogany Bureau

To provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the item's condition, we kindly request that you take a moment to thoroughly review all the accompanying photos. These images form an essential part of the item's description and condition report, offering an important visual insight into its appearance and overall quality.

Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
97cm (38.19")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Penderyn Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Bureau to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1062984
Dealers Internal Ref
M-5268
Penderyn Antiques
Penderyn Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
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Archive I A front-facing view of a dark brown George III mahogany bureau featuring a slant front lid, brass handles, and four graduating drawers. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique George III Mahogany Bureau

Archive II A front-facing view of a dark brown George III mahogany bureau featuring a slant front lid, brass handles, and four graduating drawers. View II
Archive III A front-facing view of a dark brown George III mahogany bureau featuring a slant front lid, brass handles, and four graduating drawers. View III
Archive IV A front-facing view of a dark brown George III mahogany bureau featuring a slant front lid, brass handles, and four graduating drawers. View IV
Archive V A front-facing view of a dark brown George III mahogany bureau featuring a slant front lid, brass handles, and four graduating drawers. View V
Archive VI A front-facing view of a dark brown George III mahogany bureau featuring a slant front lid, brass handles, and four graduating drawers. View VI
Archive VII A front-facing view of a dark brown George III mahogany bureau featuring a slant front lid, brass handles, and four graduating drawers. View VII
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Penderyn Antiques

Penderyn Antiques
Telephone 01685 813594
Location
Soar Chapel
Penderyn
South Wales
CF44 0TJ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/penderynfurniture
Verified Since Jun 2019
Items For Sale 356
Items Sold 5,580
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A front-facing view of a dark brown George III mahogany bureau featuring a slant front lid, brass handles, and four graduating drawers.
Antique George III Mahogany Bureau
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A front-facing view of a dark brown George III mahogany bureau featuring a slant front lid, brass handles, and four graduating drawers.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks & Secretaries
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Oak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSlant front writing flap, Graduating drawers, Brass swan-neck handles, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 110 cm (43 in) x W 97 cm (38 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

FAQs

The George III style spans the second half of the 18th century, a period defined by refined neoclassical proportions, exquisite cabinet-making techniques, and the prominent use of imported timber such as mahogany following the relaxation of trade restrictions.

Authentic period bureaus typically feature solid mahogany or oak carcases with fine flame mahogany veneers, hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers, oak secondary woods, and cast brass swan-neck handles fitted to escutcheons.

Authentication involves examining the drawer construction for hand-cut dovetails, checking for uneven timber shrinkage and oxidisation on the interior surfaces, inspecting the hand-beveled secondary woods, and verifying period-appropriate brass hardware and joinery.

An antique wooden bureau works effectively as a functional focal point in a study or living space, pairing well with minimalist modern seating and contemporary art to balance traditional warmth with clean, modern lines.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels away from direct sunlight and heat sources, avoiding silicone-based polishes, and periodically applying traditional beeswax to nourish and protect the timber surface.
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