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Antique Exceptional Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase
A superb and highly important antique George I figured walnut bureau bookcase dating to the early 18th century, circa 1720. A rare and very strong example of the period, particularly for its beautifully figured walnut and the survival of so many original features.
The timber throughout is of outstanding quality with richly figured walnut veneers showing exceptional movement and depth. The colour and patina are quite simply outstanding with a richness and warmth that only develops over centuries, giving the piece immediate presence.
The upper section features mirrored doors retaining their original mirror plates, a rare and highly desirable feature. These enclose adjustable shelving, combining display and practical storage. Below, the fall front opens to a finely fitted interior with a central cupboard, drawers and pigeonholes. It also retains its original candle slides, designed to be pulled out to hold a candle while writing, a practical and increasingly scarce feature that adds to both authenticity and charm. These pieces were made as compact writing cabinets allowing letters, documents and writing instruments to be organised and secured, effectively serving as an early form of a home office.
The lower section provides further cupboard storage and stands on its original bracket feet, another important point of originality that is increasingly uncommon to find. The original handles also remain in place adding further to the authenticity and appeal of the piece.
The proportions are particularly elegant giving height and presence without heaviness, making it both a statement piece and highly usable within an interior.
A rare early 18th century example of English cabinet making from the George I period when walnut was at its height before the widespread use of mahogany. Pieces of this quality retaining original mirrors, handles, feet and candle slides are becoming increasingly difficult to source, especially with such exceptional colour.
Condition report
In very good antique condition with expected age related wear. The colour and patina are outstanding throughout. The original mirror plates, handles, feet and candle slides are all present. The piece is structurally sound and the interior is clean and fully usable.
Dimensions
Height 198 cm (77.9 inches)
Width 103 cm (40.6 inches)
Depth 59 cm (23.2 inches)
Internal top depth 32 cm (12.6 inches)
Height from floor to fall 73 cm (28.7 inches)
Date: 1720
Origin: English
Please feel free to contact us should you have any questions about this item.
We deliver for free throughout mainland UK.
Please contact us for competitive international shipping costs. All of our pieces are shipped with an 'Antique Declaration' for customs purposes. Antiques are exempt from import duty from the UK to the USA and attract a reduced rate when imported from the UK into most European countries.
SellerLondon City Antiques
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London City Antiques
Private dealer
By appointment only
Norwich
Norfolk
Tel : 07834270128
Non UK callers : +44 7834270128
The timber throughout is of outstanding quality with richly figured walnut veneers showing exceptional movement and depth. The colour and patina are quite simply outstanding with a richness and warmth that only develops over centuries, giving the piece immediate presence.
The upper section features mirrored doors retaining their original mirror plates, a rare and highly desirable feature. These enclose adjustable shelving, combining display and practical storage. Below, the fall front opens to a finely fitted interior with a central cupboard, drawers and pigeonholes. It also retains its original candle slides, designed to be pulled out to hold a candle while writing, a practical and increasingly scarce feature that adds to both authenticity and charm. These pieces were made as compact writing cabinets allowing letters, documents and writing instruments to be organised and secured, effectively serving as an early form of a home office.
The lower section provides further cupboard storage and stands on its original bracket feet, another important point of originality that is increasingly uncommon to find. The original handles also remain in place adding further to the authenticity and appeal of the piece.
The proportions are particularly elegant giving height and presence without heaviness, making it both a statement piece and highly usable within an interior.
A rare early 18th century example of English cabinet making from the George I period when walnut was at its height before the widespread use of mahogany. Pieces of this quality retaining original mirrors, handles, feet and candle slides are becoming increasingly difficult to source, especially with such exceptional colour.
Condition report
In very good antique condition with expected age related wear. The colour and patina are outstanding throughout. The original mirror plates, handles, feet and candle slides are all present. The piece is structurally sound and the interior is clean and fully usable.
Dimensions
Height 198 cm (77.9 inches)
Width 103 cm (40.6 inches)
Depth 59 cm (23.2 inches)
Internal top depth 32 cm (12.6 inches)
Height from floor to fall 73 cm (28.7 inches)
Date: 1720
Origin: English
Please feel free to contact us should you have any questions about this item.
We deliver for free throughout mainland UK.
Please contact us for competitive international shipping costs. All of our pieces are shipped with an 'Antique Declaration' for customs purposes. Antiques are exempt from import duty from the UK to the USA and attract a reduced rate when imported from the UK into most European countries.
Price
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Category Antique Furniture
Date 1720
George I Antiques Material Walnut
Origin English
Item code as1055a4813 / 3117
Status For Sale
£9750.00 
$13176.15
€11254.43
$13176.15
€11254.43
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Shipping information
We deliver for free throughout mainland UK.
International shipping is available at a reasonable cost, please contact us for details.
International shipping is available at a reasonable cost, please contact us for details.
Terms and conditions
We offer a 14 day money back guarantee in the unlikely event that you are not satisfied with your purchase, we just ask that you pay for the cost of returning it to us.
Our Clock Warranty-
All clocks purchased from London City Antiques are guaranteed for 12 months from the date of purchase. This warranty includes mechanical failures, but does not include damage caused by improper use, tampering, environmental damage or physical damage. If your clock has a genuine defect that satisfies the conditions of the warranty and is within the warranty period we will, at our discretion and without cost to you, complete the necessary replacement of parts and/or rectify a fault or action any repair as identified by a fully trained horologist. In the unlikely event that a repair is not successful a full refund will be offered.
Our Clock Warranty-
All clocks purchased from London City Antiques are guaranteed for 12 months from the date of purchase. This warranty includes mechanical failures, but does not include damage caused by improper use, tampering, environmental damage or physical damage. If your clock has a genuine defect that satisfies the conditions of the warranty and is within the warranty period we will, at our discretion and without cost to you, complete the necessary replacement of parts and/or rectify a fault or action any repair as identified by a fully trained horologist. In the unlikely event that a repair is not successful a full refund will be offered.
View all stock from
London City Antiques
Private dealerBy appointment only
Norwich
Norfolk
Tel : 07834270128
Non UK callers : +44 7834270128
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