Scandinavian 18th Century Bureau

Made in Scandinavia in the eighteenth century, this bureau is fitted with unusual and rare hardware. The bureau, a sloping-front writing and storage piece, combines a fall front with drawers and interior fittings for writing and storage. The distinctive hardware, noted as unusual and rare, gives the piece individual character and adds to its interest for collectors. The timber or painted surface carries the patina associated with age. Suited to a study, sitting room, hall, or bedroom, the bureau serves as a writing and storage piece. Its eighteenth-century date and rare fittings give it strong period character. Suited to both period and plainer modern interiors, the bureau combines storage, a writing surface, and decorative form. As an eighteenth-century Scandinavian bureau with unusual hardware, it offers practical function together with the appeal of an early piece distinguished by its rare original fittings, making it a piece of particular interest.

Place of Origin: Scandinavia
Period: 18th Century
Dimensions: 44.5”W x 23”D x 86”H Crown: 46"W Desk: 29”H

Inventory Number: AC360
Location: WRH

Price: $ 12950