Secrétaire - Writing cabinet, roll-top desk, desk, flap desk, bureau, with backboard - Burr walnut, Walnut, Oak - The patina was magnificent.
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Georgian antique writing cabinet with a raised top, circa 1720–1740, built in oak and walnut with root walnut veneers finished in a honey patina, lockable and in good used condition, from the United Kingdom, measuring about H 203.5 cm, W 100–114 cm, D 40–68 cm and weighing 80 kg.
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Description from the seller
English root mahogany writing desk with the rise or “bureau bookcase.” Nuts and root-nut veneer finished with “honey-patina” as the finish. Pleasant warm patina. The four drawers of the lower cabinet rest on four bracket feet. Behind the flap a beautifully balanced interior with open compartments and drawers, with a small cellar, writing surface lined with cognac calfskin leather. Rise with doors and 2 pull-out shelves for candlesticks. (not included). Interior of the rise with nine drawers, olivewood veneer on oak. All trim work, as usual, in small pieces of nat-h wood. Drawers retain their original gilded knop handles. Locks original and keys working. The bureau is of very good quality in authentic condition and in good and ready-to-use condition. Small 19th-century restorations, well executed. Entirely dismantlable into three parts. United Kingdom, George I ca. 1717 - 1740
Dimensions:
H 203.5 cm.
W 100 - 114 cm. (Width – widest)
D 40 cm. Upper cabinet, 62 - 68 cm. lower cabinet, 97 cm. lid open.
Schrkabi-2988~
Recently thoroughly checked for loose construction parts and veneer, surface finish color and gloss. No live woodworm found on 15/10/2026
Photos are part of the description, therefore view the photos carefully to avoid nuisance. If in doubt, ask questions via the auction master before you bid.
Within Europe no additional / customs costs for this furniture.
Last photos show how it is packed for international transport. Euro pallet with rack, shrink wrap and sturdy thick cardboard or moving blankets with at least 2 straps.
Due to single-person delivery on a pallet, it will be delivered to the door.
Please contact us immediately after payment if you live on an island, in a building without an elevator, or if you have delivery requests (2-person delivery, telephone contact prior to delivery, insurance, etc.) as these may incur extra costs.
Take photos of the packaging on receipt to rule out damage during transport.
Photos are part of the description, therefore view the photos carefully to avoid nuisance. If in doubt, ask questions via the auction master before you bid.
Within Europe no additional / customs costs for this furniture.
Last photos show how it is packed for international transport. Euro pallet with rack, shrink wrap and sturdy thick cardboard or moving blankets with at least 2 straps.
Due to single-person delivery on a pallet, it will be delivered to the door.
Please contact us immediately after payment if you live on an island, in a building without an elevator, or if you have delivery requests (2-person delivery, telephone contact prior to delivery, insurance, etc.) as these may incur extra costs.
Take photos of the packaging on receipt to rule out damage during transport.
English root mahogany writing desk with the rise or “bureau bookcase.” Nuts and root-nut veneer finished with “honey-patina” as the finish. Pleasant warm patina. The four drawers of the lower cabinet rest on four bracket feet. Behind the flap a beautifully balanced interior with open compartments and drawers, with a small cellar, writing surface lined with cognac calfskin leather. Rise with doors and 2 pull-out shelves for candlesticks. (not included). Interior of the rise with nine drawers, olivewood veneer on oak. All trim work, as usual, in small pieces of nat-h wood. Drawers retain their original gilded knop handles. Locks original and keys working. The bureau is of very good quality in authentic condition and in good and ready-to-use condition. Small 19th-century restorations, well executed. Entirely dismantlable into three parts. United Kingdom, George I ca. 1717 - 1740
Dimensions:
H 203.5 cm.
W 100 - 114 cm. (Width – widest)
D 40 cm. Upper cabinet, 62 - 68 cm. lower cabinet, 97 cm. lid open.
Schrkabi-2988~
Recently thoroughly checked for loose construction parts and veneer, surface finish color and gloss. No live woodworm found on 15/10/2026
Photos are part of the description, therefore view the photos carefully to avoid nuisance. If in doubt, ask questions via the auction master before you bid.
Within Europe no additional / customs costs for this furniture.
Last photos show how it is packed for international transport. Euro pallet with rack, shrink wrap and sturdy thick cardboard or moving blankets with at least 2 straps.
Due to single-person delivery on a pallet, it will be delivered to the door.
Please contact us immediately after payment if you live on an island, in a building without an elevator, or if you have delivery requests (2-person delivery, telephone contact prior to delivery, insurance, etc.) as these may incur extra costs.
Take photos of the packaging on receipt to rule out damage during transport.
Photos are part of the description, therefore view the photos carefully to avoid nuisance. If in doubt, ask questions via the auction master before you bid.
Within Europe no additional / customs costs for this furniture.
Last photos show how it is packed for international transport. Euro pallet with rack, shrink wrap and sturdy thick cardboard or moving blankets with at least 2 straps.
Due to single-person delivery on a pallet, it will be delivered to the door.
Please contact us immediately after payment if you live on an island, in a building without an elevator, or if you have delivery requests (2-person delivery, telephone contact prior to delivery, insurance, etc.) as these may incur extra costs.
Take photos of the packaging on receipt to rule out damage during transport.
Details
Over 200 years old
Yes
Specific region of origin
Stedelijk gebied
Wood type
Burr walnut, Oak, Walnut
Style subtype
Georgian
Weight
80 kg
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
The patina was magnificent.
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Model
Writing cabinet, roll-top desk, desk, flap desk, bureau, with backboard
Material
Gilt brass, Silver plated brass, Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
203.5 cm
Width
100 cm
Depth
68 cm
Height Of The Underside Of The Table
77 cm
Estimated period
1720-1740
Can Be Locked
Yes
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