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Antique oak bureau bookcase – Central Europe, circa 1850
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This antique oak bureau bookcase is a two-part cabinet in the Baroque taste, with a fall front for writing. It originates from Central Europe, from the 19th century, within the tradition of carved oak furniture.
The bureau bookcase brought writing desk and storage together in a single piece of prestige, present in well-to-do homes. The closed upper body served as a bookcase or china cabinet.
The lower body is a bombé-front chest with three drawers and a fall front that reveals a fitted interior of small drawers and pigeonholes. The upper body carries two carved doors and shelves; it is finished with an arched cornice. It stands on shaped bracket feet, with brass hardware.
The doors and fall front show hand-carved reserves in the Rococo taste. The low-relief carving enlivens the front without overloading it, proper to the oak of northern Europe.
The oak keeps a deep, warm patina; one drawer is missing a pull. The surface reads authentic, with no restoration to mask it.
For its presence and its height, it serves as the main piece of a living room, study or hall. It fits classic, rustic and eclectic interiors, where it brings stature and material presence.
Details
Ref.: AM36002
Dimensions: Length 108 cm – Width 59 cm – Height 215 cm
Style: Baroque
Materials and techniques: Solid oak wood; brass hardware; hand carving; traditional joinery.
Place of origin: Central Europe
Period: 19th century
Date of manufacture: Circa 1850
Condition: Good. Oak with a deep patina; one drawer is missing a pull. Wear consistent with age and use.
This piece is part of the curated collection of Amaru Antiques, Barcelona.
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Additional details:
- Brand: AMARU
- Material: Oak
- Period: 19th century
Specifications
ConditionGoodMaterialBrassStyleBaroque, RococoHeight108 cmWidth59 cmDepth215 cm
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