Georgian Mahogany Bureau Bookcase 18th Century

Name: Georgian Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1101815
Price: 1900 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectBureau Bookcase
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsArched pediment, Diamond glazing, Fall-front slope, Oval inlay
SizeH 228 cm (90 in) x W 109 cm (43 in) x D 40 cm (16 in)

This Georgian mahogany bureau bookcase brings traditional style to a gentleman's library or study. Constructed from warm brown timber with satinwood decorative inlay, the tall cabinet stands at 228 cm high, 109 cm wide, and 40 cm deep, resting on square tapered feet. The upper section displays an arched pediment featuring an inlaid fan detail above double glass doors with diamond glazing bars. Below this sits a fall-front writing slope opening to reveal a fitted interior, accompanied by a long drawer with brass pull handles. The lower cabinet consists of two cupboard doors adorned with large oval wood panels and key escutcheons. Practical for modern living, this piece serves as a sophisticated workstation and display cabinet, offering ample storage for books and stationery in a home office, study, or living room. The rich grain of the wood, combined with brass hardware and intricate inlaid patterns, highlights the classic craftsmanship of the period.

FAQs

A Georgian secretaire bookcase is an eighteenth-century multi-functional furniture item combining an upper glazed display cabinet for books with a drop-down writing desk and lower storage cupboards or drawers.

These pieces were typically constructed using solid mahogany and mahogany veneers, with oak or pine drawer linings, hand-blown float glass, brass hardware, and occasional decorative wood inlays such as satinwood.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, irregular hand-blown glass panes, original brass escutcheons, hand-planed back panels, and natural wood oxidation on unpainted interior surfaces.

Position the piece as a focal point in a study or living area, pairing its rich wood tones with contemporary neutral wall colours, minimalist ceramics inside the cabinet, and modern lighting.

Maintain mahogany by dusting with a soft dry microfiber cloth, applying beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year, keeping the wood away from direct heat sources, and cleaning glass panes with a mild alcohol-free cleaner.

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