What is an antique bureau?

An antique bureau is any bureau that is 100 years old or older. The term bureau today is typically used as another word for a dresser or a chest of drawers. This word has also been used to refer to a writing desk. Find a collection of antique bureaus on 1stDibs today.

What is a bureau in furniture?

A bureau with respect to furniture is a chest of drawers or a writing desk having drawers and a slanted top. Both are used for storing items. A bureau with only drawers is usually placed in the bedroom while a bureau that is styled like a writing desk lives in an office or library. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage bureaus.

What’s the difference between a bureau and a dresser?

The difference between a bureau and a dresser has to do with their location and function: The type of bureau that we associate with getting dressed in the morning is little more than a dresser with a mirror on top. This type of storage furniture is essentially a cabinet with a stack of horizontal drawers. Typically, a bureau-dressing table is waist-high and placed in the bedroom. A dresser is a short case piece with drawers that is also typically located in the bedroom.A bureau can also refer to a secretaire , a furnishing with a writing surface. This kind of bureau features a desk with drawers. Much like a traditional secretary but without the upper half, the slant-top desk , also known as a slant-front or bureau desk, originated in the 18th century .Find vintage and antique dressers for sale on 1stDibs.

Who is George Mulhauser?

George Mulhauser was a furniture designer. He is best known for designing a chair called Mr. Chair, a luxurious reclining mid-century modern lounge chair for Plycraft made from a single sheet of plywood. Other famous designs by Mulhauser include the Coconut chair and the Origami chair. Shop a range of George Mulhauser furniture on 1stDibs.

Georg Jensen was a designer born in the small town of Radvaad, Denmark. He trained as a goldsmith, studied sculpture, trained with master silversmith Mogens Ballin and eventually established his own silver business in Copenhagen in 1904.For over a century, Jensen’s eponymous firm has produced some of the finest objects in Scandinavian modern design, including silver tableware, serving pieces, home decor, jewelry and more, frequently partnering with leading artisans to expand its offerings and respond to shifting tastes.Find exquisite Georg Jensen jewelry on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a dresser, a bureau and a chest of drawers?

The difference between a dresser, a bureau and a chest of drawers is where you place these furnishings and their overall shapes and designs. Usually positioned in a bedroom, a dresser is a wide, low casegood consisting of two or more columns of drawers. When this type of furniture is placed in a living room, office, library or other space beyond the bedroom, people normally refer to it as a bureau. Another type of bedroom furnishing is a chest of drawers, which is a tall vertical column of drawers stacked one above the other. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dressers, bureaus and chests of drawers.

What is the difference between a bureau, a chest of drawers and a dresser?

The difference between a bureau, a chest of drawers and a dresser comes down to shape and function. Dressers and chests of drawers are both types of bedroom furniture that feature storage drawers. However, bureaus tend to be wider and shorter, while chests of drawers are narrower and taller. Often used for storage outside of bedrooms, bureaus are usually about the same height as dressers but are shorter than chests of drawers. Find a wide range of casegoods on 1stDibs.

How do I pronounce Georg Jensen?

To pronounce Georg Jensen, say "GAY-org JEN-sin." In Jensen’s native Denmark, the designer's name is pronounced “GI-yo YEN-sen” (the “G” sound is hard, as it is with “give” or “gum”).Georg Jensen was a designer born in the small town of Radvaad, Denmark. He trained as a goldsmith, studied sculpture, trained with master silversmith Mogens Ballin and eventually established his own internationally celebrated silver business in Copenhagen in 1904.Find antique Georg Jensen jewelry on 1stDibs.

How do I pronounce Georges Rouault?

To pronounce Georges Rouault, say "JOR-juh ROO-oh." The Fauvist and Expressionist painter was born in Paris, France, and his name is of French origin. Find a variety of Georges Rouault art on 1stDibs.

Was George Grosz an Expressionist?

Yes, George Grosz was an Expressionist. Born in Berlin, the artist was a major figure in the city’s Dada movement and was pivotal in the development of photomontage. He also became known for his caricatures in the wake of World War I, particularly those that were anti-war and addressed social corruption. He began working in an Expressionist style around this same time, a style he continued to engage with until his death in 1959. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of George Grosz art.

What did Georges Rouault depict?

After meeting and being influenced by Catholic writer Léon Bloy, Georges Rouault sought to depict the tragedy of the human condition in his work. You can shop a selection of Georges Rouault’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

Was Georges Braque a Surrealist?

No, Georges Braque was not a Surrealist. Influenced by Henri Matisse, Braque's early works display the bright colors and emotional symbolism common to Fauvist art. Later in his career, the French artist worked primarily in Cubism alongside his contemporary Pablo Picasso. Shop a selection of Georges Braque art on 1stDibs.

What did George Nelson make?

George Nelson was a furniture designer central to the mid-century modern design movement. His best-known creations are the marshmallow sofa, coconut chair, ball clock and bubble lamp series. His style included sleek, thin-edge lines on a variety of furniture still available today. Shop a range of George Nelson furniture designs on 1stDibs.

Where is Georg Jensen made?

Georg Jensen products are made in Copenhagen (Denmark), Hjørring (Denmark) and Chiang Mai (Thailand). For over a century, Georg Jensen has produced some of the finest objects in Scandinavian modern design, including silver tableware, serving pieces, home decor, jewelry and more, frequently partnering with leading artisans to expand its offerings and respond to shifting tastes.Find antique Georg Jensen jewelry and other other items on 1stDibs.

Where can I buy Georg Jensen?

You can buy Georg Jensen directly from the brand on their official website and many reputable online platforms, including 1stDibs. In addition, more than 1,100 brick-and-mortar retailers carry Georg Jensen jewelry, silverware and home decor. You'll find a large selection of Georg Jensen on 1stDibs.

What is George Nakashima known for?

George Nakashima is perhaps best known for developing the butterfly joint. This construction method involves connecting pieces with a third piece of wood shaped like a butterfly. The joint forms a strong, sturdy connection and stabilizes pieces to fight the effects of wood expansion. On 1stDibs, shop a range of George Nakashima furniture.

What is Georges Braque known for?

Georges Braque is known for being one of the leading artists in both the Fauve and Cubist art movements of the early 20th century. The French artist produced paintings, collages, prints and sculptures. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Georges Braque art.

What is Georges Seurat famous for?

Georges Seurat is famous for his work as an artist. The French painter helped pioneer Pointillism, a style of art where tiny dots of color form a complete composition when viewed from afar. One of the best-known examples of Pointillism is Seurat's painting A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte, which he worked on from 1884 to 1886. Shop a range of fine art on 1stDibs.

Why is George Nelson famous?

George Nelson was an American designer, and for a time the lead designer for the famed Herman Miller furniture company. Nelson is often referred to as the founder of American modernist design and often associated with his more inspired pieces such as the Coconut Chair, Marshmallow Sofa and the Ball Clock. Shop a collection of George Nelson furniture designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Who painted George Washington?

A few artists painted George Washington. However, painter Gilbert Stuart arguably produced the most well-known portrait of the first American president in 1796. Another famous portrayal of Washington is Washington Crossing the Delaware, painted by Emanuel Leutze in 1851, decades after Washington's death. During his lifetime, Washington also sat for the artists Charles Willson Peale, Joseph Wright, William Dunlap, Robert Edge Pine, John Ramage, John Trumbull, William Williams, Adolf Ulrik Wertmüller and James Sharples. Explore a large collection of American art on 1stDibs.

George I Bureau

18th Century Bureau Bookcase

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18th Century Walnut Secretary

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Antique 18th Century George I Desks

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Walnut

George I Bureau Desk Walnut Chest Drawers

$3,717

H 38 in W 36 in D 20 in

George I Bureau Desk Walnut Chest Drawers

Located in Potters Bar, GB

George I Walnut Bureau. This Bureau Stands Upon Bracket Feet and Features an Arrangement of 2 Over

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Antique 18th Century George I Desks

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Walnut

George I Bureau Desk Walnut Chest Drawers

$3,717

H 38 in W 36 in D 20 in

George I Bureau Desk Walnut Chest Drawers

Located in Potters Bar, GB

George I walnut bureau. This bureau stands upon bracket feet and features an arrangement of 2 over

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Antique Early 1800s George I Desks

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Walnut

George I Bureau Desk Walnut Chest Drawers

$3,098

H 38 in W 36 in D 20 in

Fine Burr Walnut George I Bureau Bookcase

Located in New York, NY

The broken arched pediment surmounted by classical urn finials over two mirror front doors opening to adjustable shelves over pigeonholes and three short drawers; the lower part with...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Secretaires

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Brass

Fine Burr Walnut George I Bureau Bookcase

$78,000

H 96.5 in W 40.38 in D 23.75 in

George I Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in Essex, MA

Rectangular cornice over a single door with mirror, the desk section with fold down writing surface opening to a nicely fitted interior and sliding panel opening to a well, all over ...

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Antique 1720s English George I Secretaires

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Walnut

George I Walnut Bureau Bookcase

$11,500

H 77.25 in W 26.5 in D 22 in

Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Bureau

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique George I quality figured walnut bureau having a quality figured walnut fall with

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Antique 1720s English George I Desks

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Walnut

Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Bureau

$5,501

H 38.98 in W 38.59 in D 19.1 in

George I Walnut Bureau

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a good quality early 18th century George I walnut bureau, having a fall front opening

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Antique Early 18th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

George I Walnut Bureau

$5,508

H 39.38 in W 38.98 in D 21.26 in

Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique George I quality figured walnut bureau bookcase having a shaped cornice above a pair of

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Antique 18th Century English George I Bookcases

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Walnut

Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase

$12,978

H 83.67 in W 41.93 in D 14.77 in

A George I Walnut Bureau Cabinet, Early 18th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A George I Walnut Bureau Cabinet, Early 18th Century

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Antique 18th Century English George I Cabinets

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Walnut

A George I Walnut Bureau Cabinet, Early 18th Century

$31,500

H 76.78 in W 28.75 in D 17.72 in

Antique 18th Century George I Quality Figured Walnut Bureau

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique 18th Century George I quality figured walnut bureau having a quality figured walnut fall

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Antique 18th Century English George I Desks

Materials

Walnut

Antique 18th Century George I Quality Figured Walnut Bureau

$5,501

H 38.98 in W 38.59 in D 18.51 in

Early 18th Century George I Period Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

Superb Early 18th Century Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase of the George I Period with Wonderful

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Antique Early 18th Century British George I Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Early 18th Century George I Period Walnut Bureau Bookcase

$17,625

H 83.08 in W 37.6 in D 22.64 in

Superb Early 18th Century Quality Antique George I Walnut Bureau

Located in Suffolk, GB

A fine superb quality early 18th-century George I period walnut bureau of compact proportions

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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Desks

Materials

Walnut

Superb Early 18th Century Quality Antique George I Walnut Bureau

$5,439

H 36.62 in W 31.3 in D 18.31 in

George I Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase with Mirror Doors

Located in Woodbury, CT

Truly a spectacular example of its kind, this grand secretary grabs your attention with its broken arch pediment and doesn't let go until you admire the original bracket feet. In bet...

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Antique 18th Century British George I Secretaires

Materials

Walnut, Burl

George I Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase with Mirror Doors

$82,800

H 93.75 in W 42.5 in D 24 in

A George I Mulberry Secretaire Bureau Attributed to Coxed & Woster

By Coxed and Woster

Located in London, GB

England, circa 1710. An important George I secretaire bureau in finely veneered ‘mulberry wood

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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Secretaires

Materials

Pewter

A George I Mulberry Secretaire Bureau Attributed to Coxed & Woster

$72,981

H 72.45 in W 38.59 in D 20.48 in

Fine Quality Antique George I Figured Walnut Bureau with Original Handles

Located in Suffolk, GB

Fine quality antique George I figured walnut bureau with original handles having a fine quality

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Antique 18th Century English George I Desks

Materials

Walnut

Fine Quality Antique George I Figured Walnut Bureau with Original Handles

$5,363

H 42.72 in W 36.42 in D 20.08 in

George I Inlaid Burl Walnut Double Dome Bureau Bookcase circa 1720

Located in Huntington, NY

George I Inlaid Burr Walnut Double Done Bureau Bookcase circa 1720 In two parts with a double

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Antique 1720s English George I Bookcases

Materials

Brass

George I Inlaid Burl Walnut Double Dome Bureau Bookcase circa 1720

$28,800 Sale Price

20% Off

H 82 in W 40 in D 23 in

George I Green Japanned and Parcel Gilt Lacquer Bureau, 18th C.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A striking example of Japanned furniture with European flair, this secretary desk features a vivid green lacquered surface adorned with parcel-gilt decoration in the Chinoiserie styl...

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Antique 18th Century Asian George I Buffets

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Lacquer, Mirror, Wood

George I Green Japanned and Parcel Gilt Lacquer Bureau, 18th C.

$18,995

H 83 in W 35 in D 19 in

An 18th Century George I Walnut & Feather Banded Fall Front Bureau Bookcase

Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire

A superb George I figured walnut & feather banded bureau bookcase. Displaying a charming swan neck

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Antique 18th Century English George I Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

An 18th Century George I Walnut & Feather Banded Fall Front Bureau Bookcase

$7,573

H 87.01 in W 38.98 in D 20.08 in

Very Fine 18th Century George I Period Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A very fine George I period walnut and feather banded bureau bookcase, circa 1720, the moulded

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Antique Early 18th Century British George I Bookcases

Materials

Mirror, Walnut, Burl

Very Fine 18th Century George I Period Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase

$10,189

H 79.53 in W 38.59 in D 22.45 in

George II Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in Essex, MA

With broken arch pediment and inset mirror over a pair of arched mirror doors opening to shelves and drawers, the base with a slant lid hinged writing lid opening to a fitted interio...

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Antique 1720s English George I Secretaires

Materials

Mirror, Walnut, Burl

George II Walnut Bureau Bookcase

$40,000

H 94 in W 43 in D 24.25 in

George I Secretary Bureau or Escritoire of Figured Walnut from the 18th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A fine English period George I large secretary bureau escritoire - or scriptor - of patinated

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Antique 18th Century English George I Secretaires

Materials

Metal, Brass

George I Secretary Bureau or Escritoire of Figured Walnut from the 18th Century

$24,500

H 67.13 in W 43 in D 20.5 in

Small Early 18th Century Walnut Bureau On Legs

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

An Exceptionally Rare Early 18th Century, George I Period, Small Walnut Bureau, Having Superbly

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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

Small Early 18th Century Walnut Bureau On Legs

$20,655

H 35.5 in W 25.5 in D 17 in

Rare small early-18th century walnut bureau bookcase cabinet

Located in Lymington, GB

A rare, small, English early-18th century walnut bureau bookcase/ cabinet with a moulded swan-neck

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Antique 18th Century English George I Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Rare small early-18th century walnut bureau bookcase cabinet

$38,556 Sale Price

23% Off

H 83.08 in W 25.5 in D 20.08 in

Exceptionally Fine Queen Anne Burr Walnut Dome Top Bureau Bookcase Secretary

Located in Bradenton, FL

The best English Queen Anne / George I burl walnut secretary bureau bookcase in two sections. The

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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

Exceptionally Fine Queen Anne Burr Walnut Dome Top Bureau Bookcase Secretary

$18,000 Sale Price

53% Off

H 95 in W 42 in D 23 in

Early 18th Century English Walnut Veneered Stepped Interior Georgian Bureau Desk

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional condition for this English secretaire/chest/desk of George I period. The finish in

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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Desks

Materials

Metal

Early 18th Century English Walnut Veneered Stepped Interior Georgian Bureau Desk

$19,500

H 39.5 in W 38 in D 21.5 in

18th Century Queen Anne Burr Walnut Double Dome Bureau Bookcase

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

A Fine and Rare Early 18th-Century George I Single Dome Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase of diminutive

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Antique 18th Century English Queen Anne Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Queen Anne Burr Walnut Double Dome Bureau Bookcase

$38,556

H 90.56 in W 40.56 in D 23.23 in

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A Magnificent George I Bureau Bookcase

Located in New York, NY

A magnificent bureau bookcase with interior fittings of the finest quality. The molded ogeearched

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English Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

A Magnificent George I Bureau Bookcase

H 104 in W 42 in D 24.5 in

Very Fine George I Bureau Bookcase Attributed to Peter Miller

By Peter Miller

Located in London, Middlesex

In three parts, the upper section with double domed top and domed sides with a larger gilt urn finial in the centre flanked by smaller gilt urn finials on the corners, above a pair o...

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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Very Fine George I Bureau Bookcase Attributed to Peter Miller

H 89 in W 43.5 in D 25 in

18th Century Secretary or Bureau Bookcase, England, circa 1730

Located in Alexandria, VA

Fine early George I bureau bookcase in nicely figured mahogany, having a moulded cornice above

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Antique 1730s Great Britain (UK) George I Bookcases

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Mahogany, Wood

18th Century Secretary or Bureau Bookcase, England, circa 1730

H 83 in W 38 in D 22.5 in

George I Walnut Bureau

Located in Kettering, GB

A George I Walnut Bureau, a beautiful and very original example. The fall-front over two short and

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Antique 18th Century British George I Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

George I Walnut Bureau

H 41.34 in W 35.83 in D 19.69 in

George I Burr walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in Herzele, BE

A superb George I burr walnut bureau bookcase of compact proportions retaining excellent colour and

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Antique 1720s English George I Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

George I Burr walnut Bureau Bookcase

H 74.81 in W 29.93 in D 20.87 in

George I Style Poplar Burl Bureau Cabinet

Located in Nettlebed, Oxfordshire

George I style poplar burl bureau cabinet with 'broken' architectural pediment. The faux book

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Antique Early 17th Century Vietnamese George I Cabinets

George I Style Poplar Burl Bureau Cabinet

H 92.92 in W 44.1 in D 25.2 in

Small George I Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in London, Middlesex

In two parts, the upper arched section with a single shaped original mirror plate, having on either side applied pilasters, the small central section of one sliding to reveal the key...

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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Small George I Walnut Bureau Bookcase

H 75 in W 28 in D 19 in

George I Style Mahogany Bureau Bookcase

Located in Poling, West Sussex

A superb mahogany bureau bookcase of slender proportions in the George I style. Dating to circa

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Antique Late 19th Century English George I Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

George I Style Mahogany Bureau Bookcase

H 80.32 in W 29.93 in D 22.45 in

George I Oak Bureau Dating from circa 1710

Located in East Sussex, GB

A George I Oak bureau dating from circa 1710. The rectangular top with moulded edge above a fall

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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Secretaires

Materials

Oak

George I Oak Bureau Dating from circa 1710

H 40.16 in W 35.83 in D 21.26 in

Incredible George I Burl Walnut Bureau Bookcase, circa 1720

Located in San Francisco, CA

Incredible George I burl walnut bureau bookcase with satinwood feather banding, circa 1720.

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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Cupboards

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Satinwood, Walnut

Incredible George I Burl Walnut Bureau Bookcase, circa 1720

H 78.5 in W 55 in D 17 in

George I Period Burl Walnut Bureau Cabinet of Small Size

By William Old and John Ody

Located in Fresno, CA

George I period burl walnut and feather banded bureau cabinet of small size. The upper section with

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Antique 1720s English George I Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

George I Period Burl Walnut Bureau Cabinet of Small Size

H 87.5 in W 27.5 in D 22 in

George I Walnut Antique Bureau of Small Proportions, Circa 1720

Located in Antrim, GB

An early George I Walnut Antique Bureau of small proportions. Circa 1720. Fitted Interior with

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Antique 1720s European George I Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

George I Walnut Antique Bureau of Small Proportions, Circa 1720

H 38 in W 27 in D 21 in

George I Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in London, GB

A George I walnut bureau bookcase veneered in well-figured walnut. The cross-banded fall enclosing

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

George I Walnut Bureau Bookcase

H 84 in W 37.5 in D 22 in

English Country House George I Walnut Double Dome Bureau Bookcase

Located in Salisbury, GB

Very rare George I double dome walnut bureau bookcase, it is of a smaller than the regular size and

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Antique 1720s British George I Desks

Materials

Walnut

English Country House George I Walnut Double Dome Bureau Bookcase

H 78 in W 36 in D 19.5 in

Early 18thC George I period Antique Walnut Secretary Secretaire Bureau Bookcase

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Good early 18th century George I period walnut double dome bureau bookcase. This is a proper early

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Antique Early 18th Century British George I Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

Early 18thC George I period Antique Walnut Secretary Secretaire Bureau Bookcase

H 87 in W 24.5 in D 24.5 in

George I Period Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase Dating from circa 1720

Located in East Sussex, GB

An early 18th century burr walnut bureau bookcase dating from circa 1720. The bookcase top with

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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

George I Period Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase Dating from circa 1720

H 81.5 in W 38.19 in D 20.87 in

English George I Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in New York, NY

Circa 1720. A moulded cornice is above a cross-banded mirrored door retaining its original beveled plate opening to shelves; the lower section with a sloping fall with moulded bookre...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Secretaires

English George I Walnut Bureau Bookcase

H 75 in W 29 in D 19.5 in

A George I style lacquered Bureau Bookcase

Located in San Francisco, CA

A George I style parcel gilt scarlet lacquered secretary bookcase; overall Chinoiserie decorated w

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20th Century Secretaires

Materials

Wood

A George I style lacquered Bureau Bookcase

H 73 in W 40.5 in D 23 in

George II Walnut Bureau

Located in Folkestone, Kent

A good George I period walnut bureau. The fitted interior with a well, above two short and two long

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Antique Early 18th Century British George II Desks

Materials

Walnut

George II Walnut Bureau

H 33.08 in W 37.01 in D 21.07 in

George I, Burr Walnut Bookcase

Located in Chicago, IL

AN ANTIQUE ENGLISH, GEORGE I, BURR WALNUT BUREAU BOOKCASE WITH A PARTIALLY FITTED UPPER SECTION

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Secretaires

George I, Burr Walnut Bookcase

H 76 in W 28 in D 20 in

18th Century small Lacquer Bureau Bookcase

Located in Salisbury Wiltshire, GB

A small early 18th century lacquer bureau bookcase. This is an extremely rare example of a bureau

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Antique Early 18th Century British George I Secretaires

Materials

Brass

18th Century small Lacquer Bureau Bookcase

H 71 in W 26 in D 15.5 in

Early 20th Century Georgian Style Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in Poling, West Sussex

A superb burr walnut bureau bookcase in the early Georgian style and of compact proportions. Dating

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Early 20th Century English George I Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th Century Georgian Style Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase

H 73.63 in W 31.5 in D 17.33 in

18th Century George I Walnut Bureau Desk

Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

This is a very mellow burl walnut George I bureau desk, the drop front opening to reveal a bank of

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Antique Mid-18th Century English George I Desks

Materials

Walnut

18th Century George I Walnut Bureau Desk

H 38.25 in W 32.25 in D 19.25 in

George I Period Walnut Bureau Bookcase Cabinet

Located in Lymington, GB

An English early-18th century walnut bureau bookcase / cabinet. George I period, circa 1725. All

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Antique 1720s English George I Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

George I Period Walnut Bureau Bookcase Cabinet

H 93.31 in W 40.95 in D 22.84 in

Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Bureau

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique George I quality figured walnut bureau having a quality figured walnut crossbanded fall

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Antique 1720s English George I Desks

Materials

Walnut

Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Bureau

H 39.97 in W 34.65 in D 19.1 in

18th Century George I English Writing Bureau

Located in Nashville, TN

Gorgeous George I early 18th Century bureau. Two smaller drawers above two large drawers. Original

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Antique 1710s British George I Desks

Materials

Walnut

18th Century George I English Writing Bureau

H 41.25 in W 36 in D 21.75 in

Fine George I Figured Walnut Slant Front Bureau

Located in San Francisco, CA

A fine George I period figured walnut bureau, the crossbanded chevron inlaid fall concealing a

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Antique 1720s English George I Desks

Materials

Walnut

Fine George I Figured Walnut Slant Front Bureau

H 40 in W 39 in D 21.5 in

George I Style Bureau Bookcase by Burton-Ching Ltd.

Located in Dallas, TX

George I style black and gold lacquered bureau bookcase. Overall Chinoiserie decorated with figures

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21st Century and Contemporary American George I Secretaires

George I Style Bureau Bookcase by Burton-Ching Ltd.

H 101 in W 47.75 in D 23 in

George I Burr Walnut and Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in Nashville, TN

A diminutive bureau bookcase cabinet with stunning veneers /solid walnut boards. Truly pretty faded

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Antique 1720s English George I Bookcases

Materials

Metal

George I Burr Walnut and Walnut Bureau Bookcase

H 65.5 in W 31.25 in D 15 in

Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Herringbone Inlaid Bureau

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique George I quality figured walnut Herringbone inlaid bureau having a quality antique George I

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Antique 18th Century English George I Desks

Materials

Walnut

Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Herringbone Inlaid Bureau

H 38.98 in W 34.45 in D 20.87 in

Exceptional George I, Burr Elm Fall Front Bureau, Secretaire Burl Secretary

Located in London, by appointment only

the finest fall front bureaus offered in recent years. An exceptional George I burr elm fall front

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Antique Early 18th Century British George I Desks

Materials

Burl

Exceptional George I, Burr Elm Fall Front Bureau, Secretaire Burl Secretary

H 41.34 in W 38.19 in D 21.26 in

George I Period Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in Devon, GB

An exceptional George I period figured walnut bureau bookcase. This fine early 18th century

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

George I Period Walnut Bureau Bookcase

H 82 in W 38.5 in D 22 in

George I Secretary Bureau or Escritoire of Figured Walnut from the 18th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A fine English period George I secretary bureau escritoire or scriptor of figured patinated walnut

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Antique 18th Century English George I Secretaires

Materials

Metal, Brass

George I Secretary Bureau or Escritoire of Figured Walnut from the 18th Century

H 61 in W 34.75 in D 19.5 in

George I Oak Bureau Bookcase with Broken Pediment & Blind Doors

Located in Atlanta, GA

A George I oak bureau bookcase with broken pediment, blind doors with enclosed fitted interior, and

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George I Oak Bureau Bookcase with Broken Pediment & Blind Doors

H 88 in W 39.25 in D 23.25 in

Fine George II Walnut Bureau, Featherbanded Slant Front Desk

Located in San Francisco, CA

A fine English George II period walnut feather banded slant front desk having a rectangular top and

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier British George I Secretaires

Fine George II Walnut Bureau, Featherbanded Slant Front Desk

H 40.5 in W 39 in D 21 in

Antique 18th Century Walnut Tabletop Bureau

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

A delightful and extremely rare George I walnut, crossbanded and featherbanded tabletop bureau with

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Materials

Walnut

Antique 18th Century Walnut Tabletop Bureau

H 13.5 in W 15 in D 12.5 in

Early 18th Century Burr Ash Veneered Bureau

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

An early 18th century burr ash veneered bureau with a well and stepped interior. The drawers, fall

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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Desks

Materials

Ash

Early 18th Century Burr Ash Veneered Bureau

H 41.5 in W 35.25 in D 20.5 in

Extremely Good Quality Walnut Domed Bureau Bookcase

Located in Benington, Herts

An extremely good quality walnut domed bureau bookcase of narrow proportions. This delightful

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Antique Late 19th Century English George I Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Extremely Good Quality Walnut Domed Bureau Bookcase

H 81.89 in W 25.6 in D 20.87 in

George II period walnut slant front bureau of small size.

Located in San Francisco, CA

A George I period burl walnut veneer bureau of desirable and rare small size, the interior with a

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Desks

Materials

Walnut, Oak

George II period walnut slant front bureau of small size.

H 38 in W 27 in D 18 in

Walnut bureau cabinet

Located in San Francisco, CA

A George I period walnut veneered bureau cabinet by Daniel Wild, circa 1725, with his trade label

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Bookcases

Walnut bureau cabinet

H 81 in W 40 in D 22 in

18th Century Queen Anne Burr Walnut Double Dome Bureau Bookcase

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

A Fine and Rare Three-Part George I Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase Circa 1720-1730 – England

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Materials

Brass

18th Century Queen Anne Burr Walnut Double Dome Bureau Bookcase

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Small George I Walnut Bureau on Stand

Located in Lymington, GB

George I period walnut bureau or desk on stand, of compact proportions, ca 1720. This small early

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Antique Early 18th Century English Georgian Desks

Materials

Walnut

Small George I Walnut Bureau on Stand

H 40.16 in W 29.93 in D 19.3 in

George I Secretary Desk

Located in Westwood, NJ

Spectacular George I style bureau cabinet with crotch walnut veneers throughout, the upper section

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21st Century and Contemporary European George I Secretaires

Materials

Wood

George I Secretary Desk

H 98.5 in W 44 in D 22 in

George I Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in Salisbury, GB

Very good quality George I Walnut Bureau bookcase of fine colour and with a fully fitted interior.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier British George I Secretaires

George I Walnut Bureau Bookcase

H 85.44 in W 41.34 in D 23.23 in

Handsome George I Walnut Bureau

Located in Wiltshire, GB

A handsome George I walnut bureau of stunning colour with secret drawers and later brasses

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Antique 1720s English George I Desks

Handsome George I Walnut Bureau

H 100 in W 92 in D 51 in

George I Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in Salisbury, GB

Very good quality George I walnut bureau bookcase of fine color and with a fully fitted interior.

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Antique 1720s European George I Bookcases

George I Walnut Bureau Bookcase

H 85.44 in W 41.34 in D 23.23 in

George I Small Walnut Bureau

Located in Salisbury, Wiltshire

George I small walnut bureau This George I walnut bureau is of a lovely rare small size. The

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Antique 1720s English George I Desks

Materials

Walnut

George I Small Walnut Bureau

H 30.5 in W 34.25 in D 20.5 in

George I Style Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in Salisbury, Wiltshire

George I style walnut bureau bookcase This Edwardian walnut bureau bookcase was made, circa 1910

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Vintage 1910s English George I Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

George I Style Walnut Bureau Bookcase

H 80.75 in W 33 in D 21 in

George I burr walnut bureau bookcase

Located in Knutsford, GB

A superb George I burr walnut & feather banded bureau bookcase of compact proportions and retaining

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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Bookcases

Materials

Burl, Walnut

George I burr walnut bureau bookcase

H 75 in W 30 in D 20.5 in

George I Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in Knutsford, GB

A fine George I figured walnut & feather banded bureau bookcase. The bookcase section with swan

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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

George I Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase

H 94 in W 41 in D 23 in

George I Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in London, GB

walnut bureau cabinet is notable for the use of the finely figured burr walnut veneers, and the

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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Secretaires

Materials

Walnut, Wood

George I Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase

H 103.15 in W 40.56 in D 24.41 in

Figured Walnut George I Style Antique Bureau on Stand

Located in Darwen, GB

A figured walnut George I style antique bureau on stand. The figured walnut polished top above the

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Antique Early 1900s George I Desks

Figured Walnut George I Style Antique Bureau on Stand

H 37 in W 30 in D 18 in

Fine Walnut and Burr Oak George I Period Antique Bureau

Located in Darwen, GB

A fine walnut and burr oak George I period antique bureau. The top is veneered in figured walnut

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Antique 1720s George I Cabinets

Fine Walnut and Burr Oak George I Period Antique Bureau

H 40.5 in W 36 in D 21 in

George I Period Oak Bureau Dating from, circa 1720

Located in East Sussex, GB

A George I period oak bureau dating from circa 1720. The fall front containing a fully fitted

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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Secretaires

Materials

Oak

George I Period Oak Bureau Dating from, circa 1720

H 40.56 in W 35.83 in D 20.08 in

George I Style Yew and Walnut Bureau Bookcase, circa 1890

Located in Edinburgh, GB

George I style yew and walnut miniature bureau bookcase, circa 1890. The top section surmounted by

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Antique 1890s George I Bookcases

Materials

Walnut, Yew

George I Style Yew and Walnut Bureau Bookcase, circa 1890

H 73.23 in W 25.2 in D 14.97 in

Early 18th Century Unusually Small George I Period Walnut Antique Bureau

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Early 18th century George I period small walnut antique bureau of unusually small-scale standing on

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Antique Early 18th Century George I Desks

Materials

Walnut

Early 18th Century Unusually Small George I Period Walnut Antique Bureau

H 37 in W 30 in D 18 in

George I Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in Knutsford, GB

A superb George I figured walnut & feather banded bureau bookcase. The bookcase section with swan

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

George I Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase

H 96 in W 40.5 in D 23.5 in

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the george i bureau you’re looking for. A george i bureau — often made from wood, mahogany and walnut — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer george i bureau, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A george i bureau is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Georgian, Mid-Century Modern and Louis XV styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made george i bureau over the years, but those crafted by Herman Miller, George Nelson and Asprey & Garrard Limited are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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The average selling price for a george i bureau at 1stDibs is $7,718, while they’re typically $1,076 on the low end and $969,714 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About George I Bureau

What is an antique bureau?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
An antique bureau is any bureau that is 100 years old or older. The term bureau today is typically used as another word for a dresser or a chest of drawers. This word has also been used to refer to a writing desk. Find a collection of antique bureaus on 1stDibs today.
What is a bureau in furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A bureau with respect to furniture is a chest of drawers or a writing desk having drawers and a slanted top. Both are used for storing items. A bureau with only drawers is usually placed in the bedroom while a bureau that is styled like a writing desk lives in an office or library. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage bureaus.
What’s the difference between a bureau and a dresser?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 1, 2024
The difference between a bureau and a dresser has to do with their location and function: The type of bureau that we associate with getting dressed in the morning is little more than a dresser with a mirror on top. This type of storage furniture is essentially a cabinet with a stack of horizontal drawers. Typically, a bureau-dressing table is waist-high and placed in the bedroom. A dresser is a short case piece with drawers that is also typically located in the bedroom.

A bureau can also refer to a secretaire, a furnishing with a writing surface. This kind of bureau features a desk with drawers. Much like a traditional secretary but without the upper half, the slant-top desk, also known as a slant-front or bureau desk, originated in the 18th century.

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Who is George Mulhauser?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
George Mulhauser was a furniture designer. He is best known for designing a chair called Mr. Chair, a luxurious reclining mid-century modern lounge chair for Plycraft made from a single sheet of plywood. Other famous designs by Mulhauser include the Coconut chair and the Origami chair. Shop a range of George Mulhauser furniture on 1stDibs.
Who is Georg Jensen?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 26, 2024
Georg Jensen was a designer born in the small town of Radvaad, Denmark. He trained as a goldsmith, studied sculpture, trained with master silversmith Mogens Ballin and eventually established his own silver business in Copenhagen in 1904.

For over a century, Jensen’s eponymous firm has produced some of the finest objects in Scandinavian modern design, including silver tableware, serving pieces, home decor, jewelry and more, frequently partnering with leading artisans to expand its offerings and respond to shifting tastes.

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What is the difference between a dresser, a bureau and a chest of drawers?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a dresser, a bureau and a chest of drawers is where you place these furnishings and their overall shapes and designs. Usually positioned in a bedroom, a dresser is a wide, low casegood consisting of two or more columns of drawers. When this type of furniture is placed in a living room, office, library or other space beyond the bedroom, people normally refer to it as a bureau. Another type of bedroom furnishing is a chest of drawers, which is a tall vertical column of drawers stacked one above the other. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dressers, bureaus and chests of drawers.
What is the difference between a bureau, a chest of drawers and a dresser?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between a bureau, a chest of drawers and a dresser comes down to shape and function. Dressers and chests of drawers are both types of bedroom furniture that feature storage drawers. However, bureaus tend to be wider and shorter, while chests of drawers are narrower and taller. Often used for storage outside of bedrooms, bureaus are usually about the same height as dressers but are shorter than chests of drawers. Find a wide range of casegoods on 1stDibs.
How do I pronounce Georg Jensen?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 26, 2024
To pronounce Georg Jensen, say "GAY-org JEN-sin." In Jensen’s native Denmark, the designer's name is pronounced “GI-yo YEN-sen” (the “G” sound is hard, as it is with “give” or “gum”).

Georg Jensen was a designer born in the small town of Radvaad, Denmark. He trained as a goldsmith, studied sculpture, trained with master silversmith Mogens Ballin and eventually established his own internationally celebrated silver business in Copenhagen in 1904.

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How do I pronounce Georges Rouault?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To pronounce Georges Rouault, say "JOR-juh ROO-oh." The Fauvist and Expressionist painter was born in Paris, France, and his name is of French origin. Find a variety of Georges Rouault art on 1stDibs.
Was George Grosz an Expressionist?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Yes, George Grosz was an Expressionist. Born in Berlin, the artist was a major figure in the city’s Dada movement and was pivotal in the development of photomontage. He also became known for his caricatures in the wake of World War I, particularly those that were anti-war and addressed social corruption. He began working in an Expressionist style around this same time, a style he continued to engage with until his death in 1959. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of George Grosz art.
What did Georges Rouault depict?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
After meeting and being influenced by Catholic writer Léon Bloy, Georges Rouault sought to depict the tragedy of the human condition in his work. You can shop a selection of Georges Rouault’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
Was Georges Braque a Surrealist?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
No, Georges Braque was not a Surrealist. Influenced by Henri Matisse, Braque's early works display the bright colors and emotional symbolism common to Fauvist art. Later in his career, the French artist worked primarily in Cubism alongside his contemporary Pablo Picasso. Shop a selection of Georges Braque art on 1stDibs.
What did George Nelson make?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
George Nelson was a furniture designer central to the mid-century modern design movement. His best-known creations are the marshmallow sofa, coconut chair, ball clock and bubble lamp series. His style included sleek, thin-edge lines on a variety of furniture still available today. Shop a range of George Nelson furniture designs on 1stDibs.
Where is Georg Jensen made?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 26, 2024
Georg Jensen products are made in Copenhagen (Denmark), Hjørring (Denmark) and Chiang Mai (Thailand). For over a century, Georg Jensen has produced some of the finest objects in Scandinavian modern design, including silver tableware, serving pieces, home decor, jewelry and more, frequently partnering with leading artisans to expand its offerings and respond to shifting tastes.

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Where can I buy Georg Jensen?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
You can buy Georg Jensen directly from the brand on their official website and many reputable online platforms, including 1stDibs. In addition, more than 1,100 brick-and-mortar retailers carry Georg Jensen jewelry, silverware and home decor. You'll find a large selection of Georg Jensen on 1stDibs.
What is George Nakashima known for?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
George Nakashima is perhaps best known for developing the butterfly joint. This construction method involves connecting pieces with a third piece of wood shaped like a butterfly. The joint forms a strong, sturdy connection and stabilizes pieces to fight the effects of wood expansion. On 1stDibs, shop a range of George Nakashima furniture.
What is Georges Braque known for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Georges Braque is known for being one of the leading artists in both the Fauve and Cubist art movements of the early 20th century. The French artist produced paintings, collages, prints and sculptures. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Georges Braque art.
What is Georges Seurat famous for?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
Georges Seurat is famous for his work as an artist. The French painter helped pioneer Pointillism, a style of art where tiny dots of color form a complete composition when viewed from afar. One of the best-known examples of Pointillism is Seurat's painting A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte, which he worked on from 1884 to 1886. Shop a range of fine art on 1stDibs.
Why is George Nelson famous?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
George Nelson was an American designer, and for a time the lead designer for the famed Herman Miller furniture company. Nelson is often referred to as the founder of American modernist design and often associated with his more inspired pieces such as the Coconut Chair, Marshmallow Sofa and the Ball Clock. Shop a collection of George Nelson furniture designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Who painted George Washington?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
A few artists painted George Washington. However, painter Gilbert Stuart arguably produced the most well-known portrait of the first American president in 1796. Another famous portrayal of Washington is Washington Crossing the Delaware, painted by Emanuel Leutze in 1851, decades after Washington's death. During his lifetime, Washington also sat for the artists Charles Willson Peale, Joseph Wright, William Dunlap, Robert Edge Pine, John Ramage, John Trumbull, William Williams, Adolf Ulrik Wertmüller and James Sharples. Explore a large collection of American art on 1stDibs.