Details
- Dimensions
- 28.5ʺW × 20ʺD × 77ʺH
- Styles
- British Colonial
- Table Shape
- Other (unique shapes)
- Period
- Early 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Brass
- Leather
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Burnt Umber
- Condition Notes
- Excellent condition for age and use Excellent condition for age and use less
- Description
- Extremely Rare Small Early 18th Century English Burled Yew Wood “Bureau Bookcase”. A single door retaining the original beveled mirror … more Extremely Rare Small Early 18th Century English Burled Yew Wood “Bureau Bookcase”. A single door retaining the original beveled mirror enclosing adjustable shelves and three small drawers. A single “candle slide” illuminated the desk’s work surface. The slanted front enclosed arched cubby holes and six inlaid drawers with a tooled leather desk top. Typical of this period, there are three extraordinarily crafted hidden drawers. This retains the original knobs and other brass hardware and the lustrous color and patination enhances the small proportions. Made in England Circa 1820. less
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