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Antique Small 19th Century Mahogany Bureau

19th century
Sold 19 January 2026 · Penderyn Antiques
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Description

A 19th-century mahogany bureau of pleasing small proportions. The fall-front opens to reveal a fitted interior with pigeon holes and small drawers, providing practical and well-organised storage. Below are four graduated drawers, each fitted with period-style brass handles. Raised on shaped bracket feet, the bureau has a well-balanced stance and a warm, rich patina developed over time.Item Reference:

M-6548

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Dimensions:

Height – 90cm / Width - 59cm / Depth - 42cm / Surface Height - 67cm / Depth open - 70cm

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CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. The bureau shows staining and watermarks to the top, consistent with age and use. There is an old historic patch repair to one corner (pictured) and is structurally sound. One side displays noticeable fading. General marks, scuffs and scratches throughout the piece commensurate with age. Overall, the piece is sturdy, practical and full of character.

Our experienced carpenter thoroughly inspects, repairs, and restores each item in our collection to ensure it is fully prepared for use in your home.In good antique condition throughout, showing signs of age and use. The bureau displays staining and watermarks to the top, consistent with its age. There is an old, historic patch repair to one corner (pictured), and the piece remains structurally sound. One side shows noticeable fading. General marks, scuffs, and scratches are present throughout, commensurate with age. For a clear and accurate understanding of each item's condition, we ask that you carefully review all provided photos. These images are an essential part of the description and condition report, offering important visual details regarding the item's appearance and quality.

Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Declaration

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Bureau to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1188965
Dealers Internal Reference
M-6548
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
A 19th-century mahogany bureau of pleasing small proportions.
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The fall-front opens to reveal a fitted interior with pigeon holes and small drawers, providing practical and well-organised storage.
Penderyn Antiques

Below are four graduated drawers, each fitted with period-style brass handles. Raised on shaped bracket feet, the bureau has a well-balanced stance and a warm, rich patina developed over time.Item Reference:

fig 1. A front view of a small 19th-century mahogany bureau with a fall-front writing flap, four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
fig 1. Antique Small 19th Century Mahogany Bureau

M-6548

Dimensions:

Height – 90cm / Width - 59cm / Depth - 42cm / Surface Height - 67cm / Depth open - 70cm

CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. The bureau shows staining and watermarks to the top, consistent with age and use. There is an old historic patch repair to one corner (pictured) and is structurally sound. One side displays noticeable fading. General marks, scuffs and scratches throughout the piece commensurate with age. Overall, the piece is sturdy, practical and full of character.

fig 2. A front view of a small 19th-century mahogany bureau with a fall-front writing flap, four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
fig 2. Antique Small 19th Century Mahogany Bureau

Our experienced carpenter thoroughly inspects, repairs, and restores each item in our collection to ensure it is fully prepared for use in your home.In good antique condition throughout, showing signs of age and use. The bureau displays staining and watermarks to the top, consistent with its age. There is an old, historic patch repair to one corner (pictured), and the piece remains structurally sound. One side shows noticeable fading. General marks, scuffs, and scratches are present throughout, commensurate with age. For a clear and accurate understanding of each item's condition, we ask that you carefully review all provided photos. These images are an essential part of the description and condition report, offering important visual details regarding the item's appearance and quality.

Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Date of Manufacture

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Bureau to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1188965
Dealers Internal Ref
M-6548
Penderyn Antiques
Penderyn Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Penderyn Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I A front view of a small 19th-century mahogany bureau with a fall-front writing flap, four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and bracket feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Small 19th Century Mahogany Bureau

Archive II A front view of a small 19th-century mahogany bureau with a fall-front writing flap, four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and bracket feet. View II
Archive III A front view of a small 19th-century mahogany bureau with a fall-front writing flap, four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and bracket feet. View III
Archive IV A front view of a small 19th-century mahogany bureau with a fall-front writing flap, four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and bracket feet. View IV
Archive V A front view of a small 19th-century mahogany bureau with a fall-front writing flap, four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and bracket feet. View V
Archive VI A front view of a small 19th-century mahogany bureau with a fall-front writing flap, four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and bracket feet. View VI
Archive VII A front view of a small 19th-century mahogany bureau with a fall-front writing flap, four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and bracket feet. View VII
Archive VIII A front view of a small 19th-century mahogany bureau with a fall-front writing flap, four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and bracket feet. View VIII
Archive IX A front view of a small 19th-century mahogany bureau with a fall-front writing flap, four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and bracket feet. View IX
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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 355
Items Sold 5,578
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A front view of a small 19th-century mahogany bureau with a fall-front writing flap, four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
Antique Small 19th Century Mahogany Bureau
Ref: SA1188965
A front view of a small 19th-century mahogany bureau with a fall-front writing flap, four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks and Bureaux
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFall-front writing flap, Graduated drawers, Brass swan neck handles, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 90 cm (35 in) x W 59 cm (23 in) x D 42 cm (17 in)

FAQs

The bureau desk, featuring a sloping hinged writing flap that conceals fitted interior compartments, evolved in Europe during the late 17th and 18th centuries as literacy grew and the need for private correspondence storage increased.

Authentic period pieces were typically constructed from dense hardwoods like mahogany or oak, utilizing traditional joinery such as dovetail joints on drawer construction and hand-cut tenons.

Authenticity is identified through hand-cut dovetails, irregular wood shrinkage, hand-forged or cast brass hardware matching the period, and natural patination and oxidisation developed over centuries.

A traditional wooden bureau functions effectively as a focal point in a study or living area, pairing well with contemporary minimalist seating to balance historical weight with modern utility.

Maintain antique wooden furniture by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, avoiding silicone-based polishes, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the finish.
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