Bureau cabinet
Category
Furniture
Date
1876 - 1901
Materials
Mahogany and glass
Measurements
1088 x 500 mm; 685 mm (Length)
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Ormesby Hall, Redcar and Cleveland
NT 707983
Summary
Late Victorian mahogany bureau cabinet produced in 18th century style. The top portion has a swan neck pediment above glazed astragal doors which enclose adjustable shelves, small drawers and pigeon holes. The lower portion comprises a fitted bureau above a long drawer and a pair of doors. The whole of the lower portion is inlaid in neo-classical style with coloured woods depicting urns and swags within a satinwood and ebony border.