How do I identify an 18th-century bureau?

Examine the secondary woods inside the drawers, such as oak or pine, and look for hand-cut dovetails alongside cabinet construction methods typical of the georgian period. Floral marquetry and burr walnut veneers also provide strong chronological indicators when compared against later Edwardian reproductions.

What is a bureau de dame?

A bureau de dame is a small ladies desk, often featuring a cylinder top or fall-front, designed for private correspondence in a parlour or bedroom. These pieces frequently incorporate delicate rosewood, kingwood, and parquetry inlay reflecting 19th-century French taste.

How should I care for the leather writing surface?

Keep the leather away from direct sunlight and excessive heat to prevent the material from drying out and cracking over time. Apply specialist leather dressings sparingly if the surface shows signs of dryness, taking care not to stain the surrounding wood inlay.

Are cylinder desks different from fall-front bureaux?

A cylinder desk uses a rolling quarter-circle wooden shutter that retracts into the body of the desk to expose the writing slide. A fall-front bureau relies on a hinged flap held by desk arms or side lopers when opened for writing.

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An inlay writing bureau brings centuries of cabinet-making skill into a room, offering a fitted fall-front workspace enriched by contrasting woods.

19th century

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Victorian Inlaid Burr Walnut Davenport

From Camden Antiques

£975

9 DAYS AGO

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18th century

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Outstanding Quality 18th Century Antique Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase

From London City Antiques

£29,500

11 DAYS AGO

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1900 - 1920

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Edwardian Inlaid Rosewood Desk

From Sturmans Antiques

£895

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19th century

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Superb Quality 19th Century Walnut and Inlaid Centre Table

From Martlesham Antiques

£2,950

12 DAYS AGO

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19th century

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19th Century Satinwood and Inlaid Carlton House Desk

From Martlesham Antiques

£8,650

12 DAYS AGO

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Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk Writing Table Stationery Cabinet

19th century

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Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk Writing Table Stationery Cabinet

From London City Antiques

£3,250

12 DAYS AGO

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1900 - 1920

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Unusual Antique Burr Walnut Marquetry Inlaid Bureau

From London City Antiques

£1,385

13 DAYS AGO

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1900 - 1920

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Superb Inlaid Display Desk C1900

From Mike Melody Antiques

£1,150

2 WEEKS AGO

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Antique William and Mary Outstanding Quality Burr Walnut Inlaid Marquetry Double Dome Bureau Bookcase

17th century

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Antique William and Mary Outstanding Quality Burr Walnut Inlaid Marquetry Double Dome Bureau Bookcase

From London City Antiques

£32,000

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19th century

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Elegant 19th Century Italian Marquetry Bureau Desk

From Richie Perrott Antiques

£995

2 WEEKS AGO

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Listings for inlay writing bureau pieces span the 17th, 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries, utilising materials from brass and ormolu to mahogany and satinwood.

Fine Quality Antique Victorian Freestanding Maple & Co. Inlaid Writing Desk

19th century

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Fine Quality Antique Victorian Freestanding Maple & Co. Inlaid Writing Desk

From London City Antiques

£4,850

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19th century

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Mahogany Secretaire Abattant C.1830

From Collinge Antiques

£1,195

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18th century

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Antique 18th Century Quality Burr Walnut Floral Marquetry Inlaid Bombe Shaped Bureau

From London City Antiques

£12,850

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Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Freestanding Desk

19th century

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Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Freestanding Desk

From London City Antiques

£3,450

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An Extremely Fine Rosewood and Brass Inlaid Writing Table Attributed to Gillows Oxford Street Workshop

19th century

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An Extremely Fine Rosewood and Brass Inlaid Writing Table Attributed to Gillows Oxford Street Workshop

From Loveday Antiques

£12,500

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18th century

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Antique 18th Century Quality Mahogany Floral Marquetry Inlaid Cylinder Bureau

From London City Antiques

£8,450

2 WEEKS AGO

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Inlay Writing Bureau

Victorian Inlaid Burr Walnut Davenport

Outstanding Quality 18th Century Antique Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Edwardian Inlaid Rosewood Desk

Superb Quality 19th Century Walnut and Inlaid Centre Table

19th Century Satinwood and Inlaid Carlton House Desk

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk Writing Table Stationery Cabinet

Unusual Antique Burr Walnut Marquetry Inlaid Bureau

Superb Inlaid Display Desk C1900

Antique William and Mary Outstanding Quality Burr Walnut Inlaid Marquetry Double Dome Bureau Bookcase

Elegant 19th Century Italian Marquetry Bureau Desk

Fine Quality Antique Victorian Freestanding Maple & Co. Inlaid Writing Desk

Mahogany Secretaire Abattant C.1830

Antique 18th Century Quality Burr Walnut Floral Marquetry Inlaid Bombe Shaped Bureau

Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Freestanding Desk

An Extremely Fine Rosewood and Brass Inlaid Writing Table Attributed to Gillows Oxford Street Workshop

Antique 18th Century Quality Mahogany Floral Marquetry Inlaid Cylinder Bureau

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