This is a gorgeous mid 20th Century Writing Bureau Desk that would complement many vintage home dining, living room or office settings. Circa 1950.
The desk has a charming carved diamond to the front, with a raised octagonal boarder. The beautiful oak fall front can be dropped to expose the quality oak interior. The oak desk is supported by two pull out hinged slats that extend automatically when the desk is opened. There is a lock to the front desk but there is no key.
The striking interior has 6 pigeon holes with a central drawer above. The drawer is finished with a gorgeous circular metal handle.
The bureau front displays a rich, warm oak patination that is sure to add a wonderful country charm to the home decor.
The front of the bureau has a smaller upper drawers and a wonderful large spacious lower drawer, perfect for storing documents, papers, books or memorabilia. Both of the drawers are finished with striking two bulb shaped metal drop handles. The two top drawer handles are vintage and not original like the bottom two.
With a raised boarder to the surrounding lower bureau.
The bureau is standing proudly on 4 beautiful barley twist legs, with a excellent curved lower front support, with side and back square supports.
Overall, this writing bureau is in excellent condition, with slight signs of use and veneer wear as to be expected from years of historical use (see photographs).
Measuring Approximately :
Height : 102cm Width : 78cm Depth with lid down : 74cm Depth : 41cm
