Antique Victorian Satinwood Bureau, 1880

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An elegant satinwood writing bureau with refined proportions and delicate inlaid decoration. The beautifully figured satinwood lends warmth and character … Read more An elegant satinwood writing bureau with refined proportions and delicate inlaid decoration. The beautifully figured satinwood lends warmth and character to the drawer fronts and fall. Three graduated drawers feature attractive swan neck handles with the upper drawer styled to resemble two separate drawers. Circa 1880. The fall front lowers to create a generous writing area lined with replacement leather. Hand applied gilt and blind tooling provide a decorative finish to the writing surface. The fitted interior offers an attractive arrangement of shaped drawers and graduated pigeonholes A sliding cover conceals a secret well providing discreet additional storage. Raised on shaped bracket feet which complement the bureaub s elegant outline. A charming and practical piece combining decorative appeal with a thoughtfully arranged interior.

All items fully restored and offered in very good condition
Dimensions Height 91cm / 36 inches Width 76cm / 30 inches Depth 48cm / 19 inches See less