{"product_id":"antique-oak-bureau-bookcase","title":"Antique Oak Bureau Bookcase","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"212\"\u003eA handsome antique \u003cstrong data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"148\"\u003eOak Bureau Bookcase\u003c\/strong\u003e combining practical storage with classic Arts \u0026amp; Crafts styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"480\"\u003eThe upper section features glazed doors enclosing shelving, ideal for displaying books, ceramics and collectables, whilst the lower section incorporates a fall-front \u003cstrong data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"398\"\u003eWriting Bureau\u003c\/strong\u003e opening to reveal a fitted interior with pigeon holes and a small central drawer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"744\"\u003eBelow are two useful drawers providing additional storage, making this a highly practical piece for a study, living room, home office or period interior. The piece stands on turned front supports united by stretchers and displays attractive oak grain throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"910\"\u003eThe glazed doors retain a working lock and key, although the lock is believed to be a later replacement rather than the original fitting. The bureau lock is absent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"966\"\u003eThe writing surface has been recovered in black vinyl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003eThere is evidence of historic woodworm, which appears long inactive, and the cabinet has been treated as a precautionary measure for complete peace of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003eOverall Height: 184.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eWidth: 73 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eOverall Depth: 41 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003eTop Section Depth: 19.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003eGood antique condition with age-related wear, marks, knocks and patina consistent with age and use. Working key to the glazed doors. Replacement glazed door lock. Bureau lock absent. Vinyl writing surface. Evidence of historic treated woodworm. Please examine all photographs carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003eOur Opinion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003eWe particularly like the proportions of this piece. Many antique bureau bookcases can be overly large for modern homes, whereas this example offers display space, storage and a useful writing area in a relatively compact footprint. The attractive oak grain and Arts \u0026amp; Crafts influence give it plenty of character without overwhelming a room.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Avego Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58270466736512,"sku":"2129","price":375.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3089\/3353\/files\/BC5AA78C-E021-4B7B-A84C-AC0FB807364E.png?v=1781523916","url":"https:\/\/avego.co.uk\/products\/antique-oak-bureau-bookcase","provider":"Avego Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}