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Walnut Cylinder Bureau Bookcase
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Walnut Cylinder Bureau Bookcase

19th century
For Sale by LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
Description

Elegant and functional, this walnut cylinder bureau bookcase exudes timeless craftsmanship.

Circa 1880, it is in good condition and thoughtfully designed to break into three sections for easy transport.

The top features a charming cornice above two glazed doors, which open to reveal three height adjustable shelves—perfect for showcasing your prized books or collectibles. Below, a beautifully crafted cylinder bureau conceals a fitted interior complete with pigeonholes and three new leather insets, each with tooled edging for a refined look. The pull-out writing surface offers added versatility, with the central leather panel being height-adjustable to suit your preferred writing position.

At the base, two panelled cupboard doors open to reveal a single shelf for additional storage. The entire piece rests on a plinth base, providing a solid foundation while adding to its classic appeal.

This stunning bureau bookcase combines storage, functionality, and vintage charm, making it an ideal addition to any study or living space.

W 127cm/50"

D 56cm/22"

H 224cm/88"

Desk open D 84cm/33"

Floor to underneath of writing surface 67cm/26.5"

Writing H 74cm/29.25'

Base H 110.5cm/43.5"

Max book D 23cm/9"

Top interior

W 111.5cm/44"

H 96.5cm/38"

Physical Dimensions
Height
224cm (88.19")
Width
127cm (50.00")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this Walnut Cylinder Bureau Bookcase to the 1880s.

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SA1119473
Dealers Internal Reference
SNE230412C
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Description
Elegant and functional, this walnut cylinder bureau bookcase exudes timeless craftsmanship.
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Circa 1880, it is in good condition and thoughtfully designed to break into three sections for easy transport.
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
fig 1. A Victorian warm brown walnut cylinder bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper cabinet over a curved roll-top desk section and lower cupboard base.
fig 1. Walnut Cylinder Bureau Bookcase

The top features a charming cornice above two glazed doors, which open to reveal three height adjustable shelves—perfect for showcasing your prized books or collectibles. Below, a beautifully crafted cylinder bureau conceals a fitted interior complete with pigeonholes and three new leather insets, each with tooled edging for a refined look. The pull-out writing surface offers added versatility, with the central leather panel being height-adjustable to suit your preferred writing position.

fig 2. A Victorian warm brown walnut cylinder bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper cabinet over a curved roll-top desk section and lower cupboard base.
fig 2. Walnut Cylinder Bureau Bookcase

At the base, two panelled cupboard doors open to reveal a single shelf for additional storage. The entire piece rests on a plinth base, providing a solid foundation while adding to its classic appeal.

fig 3. A Victorian warm brown walnut cylinder bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper cabinet over a curved roll-top desk section and lower cupboard base.
fig 3. Walnut Cylinder Bureau Bookcase

This stunning bureau bookcase combines storage, functionality, and vintage charm, making it an ideal addition to any study or living space.

W 127cm/50"

D 56cm/22"

H 224cm/88"

Desk open D 84cm/33"

Floor to underneath of writing surface 67cm/26.5"

Writing H 74cm/29.25'

Base H 110.5cm/43.5"

Max book D 23cm/9"

Top interior

W 111.5cm/44"

H 96.5cm/38"

Height
224cm (88.19")
Width
127cm (50.00")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this Walnut Cylinder Bureau Bookcase to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1119473
Dealers Internal Ref
SNE230412C
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

Specialists in all periods of english furniture

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Archive I A Victorian warm brown walnut cylinder bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper cabinet over a curved roll-top desk section and lower cupboard base.

Walnut Cylinder Bureau Bookcase

Archive II A Victorian warm brown walnut cylinder bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper cabinet over a curved roll-top desk section and lower cupboard base. View II
Archive III A Victorian warm brown walnut cylinder bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper cabinet over a curved roll-top desk section and lower cupboard base. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A Victorian warm brown walnut cylinder bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper cabinet over a curved roll-top desk section and lower cupboard base.
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Archive VI A Victorian warm brown walnut cylinder bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper cabinet over a curved roll-top desk section and lower cupboard base. View VI
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Archive X A Victorian warm brown walnut cylinder bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper cabinet over a curved roll-top desk section and lower cupboard base. View X
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Kent
ME14 3HH
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A Victorian warm brown walnut cylinder bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper cabinet over a curved roll-top desk section and lower cupboard base.
Walnut Cylinder Bureau Bookcase
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A Victorian warm brown walnut cylinder bureau bookcase featuring a two-door glazed upper cabinet over a curved roll-top desk section and lower cupboard base.
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  • ObjectBureau Bookcases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCylinder roll top, Glazed cabinet doors, Turned wooden handles, Moulded cornice
  • SizeH 224 cm (88 in) x W 127 cm (50 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

This Victorian bureau bookcase dates to 1880 and comes in a warm brown walnut timber with glass and brass elements. The piece measures 224 cm high, 127 cm wide, and 56 cm deep, and it separates into three sections for transport. The design incorporates a moulded cornice, two glazed upper doors enclosing height-adjustable shelves, a cylinder roll-top desk section hiding pigeonholes and new tooled leather insets, turned wooden handles on the roll top and lower drawers, and a lower cupboard base with two panelled doors resting on a solid plinth. Visual details include the warm brown wood grain, the clear glass panels in the upper doors, and the small round turned wooden knobs on the drawer below the cylinder roll. It provides substantial display and storage capacity for books, writing materials, and household items. In a contemporary home, this walnut bureau bookcase serves as a functional statement piece in a study, home library, or traditional living room. The upper cabinet exhibits books or decorative items behind glass, while the pull-out desk surface provides a dedicated writing area. The lower cupboards offer concealed storage for files, stationery, and household supplies, combining display space and workspace within a single substantial antique furniture item.

FAQs

A cylinder bureau bookcase is a dual-purpose piece of writing furniture featuring a curved, quarter-cylindrical fall-front cover concealing writing compartments, surmounted by a glazed cabinet for book storage. Popular during the 18th and 19th centuries, this style offered a compact yet multifunctional workstation for personal correspondence and library storage.

Antique cylinder bureaux were traditionally crafted from fine hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or rosewood, often featuring hand-dovetailed drawer joints and solid timber frameworks. The curved cylinder mechanism is typically constructed from solid carved wood or veneered timber sliding smoothly within side grooves.

Authentic Victorian pieces feature solid wood back panels, turned knobs or carved handles, brass lock plates, and natural patination across the timber surfaces. Glazed upper doors often feature period glass panels displaying minor surface variations characteristic of 19th-century glassmaking.

A cylinder bureau bookcase serves as a functional focal point in a contemporary study, home library, or living space alcove. Pairing the warm walnut timber tones with minimalist wall paint colours creates visual contrast while offering practical storage.

Dust timber surfaces regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply natural beeswax polish twice a year following the grain to preserve the patination. Keep the cabinet away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber movement or finish degradation.
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