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Antique Bureau, Mahogany, English, Georgian, Desk, 18th Century, circa 1770

$3,925.62
£2,845
€3,344.04
CA$5,339.12
A$5,982.46
CHF 3,114.10
MX$73,186.14
NOK 39,527.68
SEK 37,333.42
DKK 24,963.91
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This is an antique bureau in light mahogany. An English, Georgian desk dating to the mid-18th century, circa 1770. Quality craftsmanship in polished mahogany Good color and grain interest throughout Crossband decoration held in tramline ebony and boxwood stringing Generous and comfortable working height to the fitted desk interior Raised on splayed bracket feet with serpentine apron Featuring four, full width, graduated drawers lined with paper Cockbeaded, original brass locks and escutcheons, key absent Drawers dressed with the original pressed brass, oval plate loop handles A pair of stout lopers withdraw to support the fall Fitted interior desk space with quality, olive green, blind tooled leather skiver A suite of eight stationery drawers over eight cubby holes The smooth sliding drawers in flame mahogany dressed with turned pulls A fine and practical example with solid joints and construction. Delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home. Dimensions: Max width 111cm (43.75'') Max depth 51.5cm (20.25'') Max height 112.5cm (44.25'') Desk width 102.5cm (40.25'') Desk depth 51cm (20'') Desk height 84cm (33'') We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 44.3 in (112.5 cm)Width: 43.71 in (111 cm)Depth: 20.28 in (51.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Georgian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1770
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.56631stDibs: LU2645316380152

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