Antique Victorian Jacobean Revival Oak Bureau c.1890–1910

A superb Antique Victorian Jacobean Revival Oak Bureau dating from circa 1890–1910. This substantial Antique Oak Bureau features beautifully figured oak, bold geometric mouldings and traditional Barley Twist Legs, making it an excellent example of late Victorian revival furniture.

The Fall Front Bureau opens to reveal a fitted interior with pigeonholes and two small drawers, providing practical storage for paperwork, letters and stationery. Beneath are two short drawers over a full-width long drawer, each fitted with decorative brass drop handles.

Raised on elegant Barley Twist Supports with shaped stretchers, this impressive Jacobean Revival Bureau retains a strong architectural appearance and would make a striking addition to a study, hallway, library or period interior.

Originally this piece would have formed the lower section of a Bureau Bookcase, with a removable upper bookcase above. Whilst the upper section is no longer present, the bureau remains highly practical and attractive as a standalone Oak Writing Bureau.

Dimensions

Height: 97.5 cm

Width: 87.5 cm

Depth: 43 cm

Condition

Good antique condition with age-related wear, marks and surface imperfections consistent with age and use. Historic wear to the finish and minor cosmetic imperfections present. Missing the original upper bookcase section. 

Our Opinion

We particularly like the bold moulded decoration and beautifully figured oak used throughout this Antique Oak Bureau. The combination of the fitted interior, useful drawer storage and traditional Barley Twist Legs gives this Jacobean Revival Bureau plenty of character whilst remaining practical for everyday use. A genuine Victorian piece with excellent presence and far more individuality than most later reproduction examples.