Bureau cabinet - Wood
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Miniature roll-top desk / tambour bureau (“papeleira”) – wood – late 19th century
Elegant miniature roll-top desk (tambour bureau), also known as a small “papeleira”, crafted in wood and featuring a classic curved sliding tambour front.
The tambour opens smoothly to reveal a fitted interior with compartments, shelves, and a small drawer, designed for storing papers and writing accessories. The lower section includes an additional drawer with key escutcheon.
A fine example of traditional craftsmanship, likely made as a functional miniature or apprentice piece, demonstrating cabinetmaking techniques such as curved construction and tambour mechanism.
The piece displays a warm honey-colored patina and attractive proportions, making it both decorative and collectible.
Condition: good overall condition, with age-related wear and minor marks
Period: late 19th century
Material: wood with metal fittings
Origin: Europe
Dimension: 33.5x28cm
Height: 20cm
Good condition
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Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Miniature roll-top desk / tambour bureau (“papeleira”) – wood – late 19th century
Elegant miniature roll-top desk (tambour bureau), also known as a small “papeleira”, crafted in wood and featuring a classic curved sliding tambour front.
The tambour opens smoothly to reveal a fitted interior with compartments, shelves, and a small drawer, designed for storing papers and writing accessories. The lower section includes an additional drawer with key escutcheon.
A fine example of traditional craftsmanship, likely made as a functional miniature or apprentice piece, demonstrating cabinetmaking techniques such as curved construction and tambour mechanism.
The piece displays a warm honey-colored patina and attractive proportions, making it both decorative and collectible.
Condition: good overall condition, with age-related wear and minor marks
Period: late 19th century
Material: wood with metal fittings
Origin: Europe
Dimension: 33.5x28cm
Height: 20cm
Good condition
Sent via UPS with tracking number
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Country of origin
Europe
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
20 cm
Width
33.5 cm
Depth
28 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
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