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18th Century Georgian Mahogany Campaign Bureau
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
18th century Campaign Bureau
An unusual 18th century Georgian mahogany campaign bureau.
The
Category
Antique 1770s British Campaign Desks
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
Danish Baroque Oakwood Bureau with Iron Handles, Late 18th Century
Located in Virum, DK
A Danish Baroque oakwood bureau with iron handles, late 18th century.
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Danish Baroque Secretaires
Materials
Oak
18th Century Georgian
Plum Pudding
Mahogany Bureau Desk
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
An 18th century Georgian bureau made from the finest 'Plum Pudding' mahogany.
The bureau has two
Category
Antique 1770s British Chippendale Desks
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
George I Oak Bureau Dating from circa 1710
Located in East Sussex, GB
A George I Oak bureau dating from circa 1710. The rectangular top with moulded edge above a fall
Category
Antique Early 18th Century English George I Secretaires
Materials
Oak
Ant. Georgian Oak Bureau Bookcase, Housekeepers Cupboard, Scotland 1780, H154
Located in Vancouver, BC
Ant. Georgian oak bureau bookcase, country house, housekeepers cupboard, Scotland 1780, H154
Category
Antique 18th Century Scottish Cabinets
Materials
Oak
18th Century Green Japanned Bureau Bookcase Attributed to Giles Grendey
By Giles Grendey
Located in Lisbon, PT
18th century green Japanned Bureau bookcase
George II Period
England circa 1730, attributed to
Category
Antique 1730s English George II Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Antique English Period Oak Mahogany-Banded Bureau
Located in Port Chester, NY
This slanty-top chest is a good example of the style that was so popular in the 18th century when a
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Secretaires
Materials
Wood
English George III Painted Oak Bureau, circa 1760
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
This is a lovely English mid-18th century George III painted oak bureau with stepped fitted
Category
Antique 1760s English George III Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Mahogany and oak writing table (bureau-plat) by Fidelys Schey
By Fidelys Schey
Located in New York, NY
This desk has a rectangular gilt and tooled brown leather-inset top with molded surround. Each side has a writing slide above a three-paneled frieze of drawers with cartouche-shaped,...
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Desks
Materials
Ormolu
English Georgian Figured Mahogany Writing Bureau
Located in Macclesfield, GB
An exceptionally fine quality small Georgian Honduras figured mahogany bureau stood on its original
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Secretaires
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
A Rare And Early Georgian Kneehole Bureau
Located in Skipton, GB
A rare early Georgian Kneehole Bureau of a wonderful colour and patination.
Having a well figured
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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Desks
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
Rare Louis-Seize Bureau by Christoph Hopfengaertner, about 1790
Located in Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein
and maple veneer on a solid oak wood core. Several delicate intarsias adorn this neo-classical bureau
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Swiss Louis XVI Secretaires
Materials
Maple, Oak, Walnut
Exceptional Burr Walnut Imperial Monogrammed Bureau-Bookcase, Scriban
Located in Werkendam, NL
"Antiques Lease Division"
The Russian Imperial mirrormonogramned early 18th century antique bureau
Category
Antique 18th Century Dutch Baroque Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Early 18th Century Oak Bureau
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 18th century oak bureau, the fall opening to reveal a lovely fitted interior with various
Category
Antique 1740s British Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
18th Century Oak Bureau Bookcase
Located in Martlesham, GB
18th century oak bureau bookcase, having a moulded cornice above two fielded panelled doors, with
Category
Antique 1780s Georgian Bookcases
Materials
Oak
18th Century Oak Bureau on Original Cabriole Leg Stand
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A mid 18th century oak bureau on stand, with cabriole legs and shaped frieze. The fitted interior
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Desks
Materials
Brass
18th Century Oak Bureau Bookcase with Well
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Here we have 18th century two part bureau bookcase, with well and fitted interior. Top section has
Category
Antique 18th Century English Bookcases
Materials
Oak
18th Century English Oak Bureau
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
A fine 18th century oak bureau with a nice fitted interior, circa 1740.
Measures:
Height: 36
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century European Georgian Desks
Materials
Oak
Late 18th Century French Oak Bureau
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Late 18th century French oak bureau in later decoration.
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Secretaires
Materials
Oak
18th Century Estate Oak
Ash English Bureau
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A very unusual 18th century estate oak and ash English bureau. Having a double bureau fall, each
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Antique 18th Century Desks
Materials
Ash, Oak
18th Century Antique Oak Bureau Circa 1750
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
18TH CENTURY ANTIQUE OAK BUREAU CIRCA 1750
VERY GOOD COLOUR
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Secretaires
Materials
Oak
18th Century Georgian Oak Bureau
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Delightful Georgian oak bureau of small proportions, circa 1740.
Fall drops to reveal a fitted
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Antique Mid-18th Century British Georgian Desks
Materials
Oak
18th Century Queen Anne Oak Bureau
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality oak bureau, with 4 drawers and 6 pigeon holes and well for the interior. Replacement
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
18th Century English Painted Oak Bureau
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful 18th C painted bureau with a good fitted interior and secret drawer. 1780
The height to
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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Desks
Materials
Oak
18th Century Antique Oak Bureau Circa 1720
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
18TH CENTURY ANTIQUE OAK BUREAU CIRCA 1720
LOVELY ORIGINAL CONDITION AND EXCELLENT
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Desks
Materials
Oak
18th Century George III Period Oak Bureau
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
This charming late 18th-century George III period oak bureau showcases exquisite craftsmanship and
Category
Antique Late 18th Century British George III Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
18th Century Norwegian Carved Oak Bureau Bookcase
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Stunning and rare Norwegian Baroque oak bureau bookcase, circa 1760.
Comprising of 3 sections
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Antique Mid-18th Century Norwegian Baroque Bookcases
Materials
Oak
18th century Norwegian carved oak bureau bookcase
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Stunning and rare Norwegian baroque oak bureau bookcase circa 1760.
Comprising of 3 sections due
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Antique Mid-18th Century Norwegian Baroque Revival Secretaires
Materials
Oak
18th Century Norwegian carved oak bureau bookcase
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Stunning and rare Norwegian baroque oak bureau bookcase circa 1760.
Comprising of 3 sections due
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Antique Mid-18th Century Norwegian Baroque Bookcases
Materials
Oak
18th Century Danish White Painted Oak Secretary Bureau
Located in Round Top, TX
This oak secretary or "bureau" reflects the grace and class of Scandinavian styling from the late
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Antique Mid-18th Century Danish Gustavian Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Gray Painted Swedish 18th Century Oak Secretary Bureau
Located in Round Top, TX
to reveal the original oak underneath, adding both dimension and character to this bureau.
The middle
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires
Materials
Brass
18th Century Painted Bureau
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning 18th C painted bureau with unusual serpentine fronted drawers and fall front. 1780
Category
Antique 18th Century German Desks
Materials
Oak
Late 18th Century Swedish Oak Painted Bureau Bookcase
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Stunning Baroque Swedish painted bureau bookcase, circa 1780.
Comprising of two parts. Top
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Bookcases
Materials
Oak
18th Century Norwegian Carved Oak Bureau Bookcase
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Stunning and rare Norwegian baroque oak bureau bookcase, circa 1760.
Comprising of three
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Norwegian Baroque Bookcases
18th Century Painted Bureau
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 18th C English painted oak bureau with fitted interior. 1790.
Height to desk is 30
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Antique 18th Century English George III Secretaires
Materials
Oak
Late 18th century Swedish oak painted bureau bookcase
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Stunning baroque swedish painted bureau bookcase circa 1780.
Comprising of 2 parts. Top section
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Bookcases
Materials
Oak
18th Century English Bureau
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th C English painted oak bureau. Original brass fittings. 1780.
Height to underside of desk is
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Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
18th Century Painted Bureau
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 18th century English painted oak bureau with fitted interior. 1790.
Height to desk is 34
Category
Antique 18th Century English George III Secretaires
Materials
Oak
18th Century Painted Bureau
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Small 18th century English painted oak bureau with a fitted interior including a well and a secret
Category
Antique 18th Century English George III Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
18th Century English Bureau
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 18th C English painted oak bureau / writing desk. 1780.
Dimensions
37.5 inches (95 cms
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Antique 18th Century English George III Desks
Materials
Oak
18th Century English Bureau
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 18th C painted English oak bureau / writing desk. Awaiting leather insert. 1780.
Reference
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Antique 18th Century English George III Desks
Materials
Oak
18th Century English Bureau
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th C English painted oak bureau. Original brass fittings. 1780.
Height to underside of desk is
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Antique 18th Century English George III Desks
Materials
Oak
18th Century English Bureau
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th C English painted oak bureau with numerous secret drawers and original brass fittings. 1780
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Antique 18th Century English George III Desks
Materials
Oak
18th Century Dutch Cylinder Bureau/Secretaire
Located in Charleston, SC
18th century Dutch Cylinder Bureau/Secretaire with roll top enclosing an interior fitted with many
Category
Antique 18th Century Dutch Secretaires
Materials
Bronze
Late 18th century Swedish oak painted bureau bookcase
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Stunning baroque Swedish painted bureau bookcase circa 1780.
Comprising of 2 parts. Top section
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Bookcases
Materials
Oak, Paint
18th Century Painted Oak Bureau Bible Box on Stand
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A wonderful characterful late 18th century portable painted carved oak bureau or bible box on a
Category
Antique 18th Century British Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
18th Century English Painted Bureau
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 18th century English painted oak bureau with fitted interior. 1790.
Height to desk is 29
Category
Antique 18th Century English George III Secretaires
Materials
Oak
18th Century English Painted Bureau
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th century English painted oak bureau with a good fitted interior and well. 1760.
Height to the
Category
Antique 18th Century English George III Secretaires
Materials
Oak
18th Century Painted Writing Bureau
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th century English painted oak writing bureau with original brass handles. Good fitted interior
Category
Antique 18th Century English George III Secretaires
Materials
Oak
18th Century Swedish Bureau Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Nice 18th C Swedish painted bureau bookcase. 1780.
Height to desk is 72cm.
Internal reference
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Antique 18th Century Swedish Bookcases
Materials
Oak
18th Century George III Period Light Oak Country House Bureau
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A late 18th century, fine George III period solid light oak bureau. The fall opens to reveal an
Category
Antique Late 18th Century European George III Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
18th Century Scandinavian Baroque Bureau
Located in Charleston, SC
A rare mid-18th century Scandinavian Baroque period bureau with serpentine fronted drawers, carved
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Scandinavian Baroque Secretaires
Materials
Oak
18th Century Walnut and Inlay Bureau
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning early 18th century rectangular desk, bureau or scriban in burr walnut, ebony inlay
Category
Antique 18th Century Belgian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Ebony, Oak, Walnut, Burl
Dutch Painted Oak Bureau
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good 18th century Painted Dutch oak bureau, 1780
Dimensions
49 inches (124 cms) wide
24 inches
Category
Antique 18th Century Dutch Desks
Materials
Oak
$4,457
Antique 18th Century George III Period Light Oak Country House Bureau Bookcase
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An attractive antique late 18th century, George III period bleached oak with ebony inlay two stage
Category
Antique Late 18th Century British George III Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Dutch Oak Bureau Bookcase
Located in London, GB
A late 18th century, Dutch oak bureau bookcase, with fitted interior, the bombe base with three
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Dutch George III Desks
Materials
Oak
18th Century French Bureau Deux Corps
Located in Wiscasset, ME
A wonderful 18th century country French oak bureau deux corps with glass panelled doors on top
Category
Antique 1780s French Louis XVI Buffets
Materials
Oak
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Find a variety of 18th century oak bureaus available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique 18th century oak bureaus was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and metal. 18th century oak bureaus have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 19th Century. 18th century oak bureaus bearing Georgian or Baroque hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs.
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Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About 18th Century Oak Bureaus
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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