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Beautiful Victorian characterful hand made solid and heavy oak fall front bureau / writing desk in Farrow & Ball Off Black

Antique Painted Oak Fall Front Writing Bureau Desk in Farrow and Ball Off Black

A beautiful antique Victorian characterful hand made solid and heavy oak lockable fall front bureau / writing desk on barley twist legs with bun feet. It’s a special piece with interesting provenance - it was made by TV presenter sisters Anthea and Wendy Turner’s Grandad, Vincent Turner of Turner & Sons in Burslem, Stoke on Trent in the early 1900's and the badge can be found inside the small desk drawer. The writing desk is supported by two brass desk supports which open automatically when the fall is opened. There are two beautiful drawers below the desk which have the original beautiful pull handles which I've waxed with gilding wax. The bureau has been carefully sanded and restored, primed and painted in Farrow & Ball's deep and dramatic 'Off Black' Modern Eggshell and on this piece looks stunning. A fabulous addition to a home office, hallway, dining room, landing or indeed any contemporary room.
Condition:
This piece is in excellent antique condition having had plenty of use over the years! There is no major damage to note apart from the minor nicks, dents and knocks which are to be expected with antique pieces and adds to their character. The lock is original and I have had a replacement key cut so that it now locks and unlocks easily. I have also waxed the drawer runners to aid friction and they open and close with ease.In terms of the finish I don't just slap on a coat of chalk or mineral paint on my pieces and call them upcycled - each of my pieces undergoes a lengthy process of restoration and preparation before being painstakingly stripped, cleaned, restored, woodworm treated if there is any sign of historic woodworm, primed and undercoated before painting a minimum of four coats of genuine Farrow & Ball Eggshell to ensure a high quality finish. I wrap each of my pieces with care for transit with eco friendly recyclable packaging. Check out my 5 star reviews on Etsy and Vinterior since 2016.

  • DIMENSIONS

    Dimensions (all sizes are approximate):

    Height : 108cm
    Width including feet at widest point: 89cm
    Depth: 42cm
    Height from floor to desk top: 75cm
    Depth of desktop to front of pigeon holes: 56cm

  • RETURN & REFUND POLICY

    I do accept returns under certain circumstances, however I do not accept returns if you decide on receipt of your item that the size isn't right or doesn't suit your space, or if the colour isn't as you expected. To avoid disappointment please double check the dimensions and the colour / finish before making your purchase and please do get in touch should you require any further information or clarity.

    Cancellations are subject to a cancellation charge of £50 to cover card merchant services and admin fees. If a courier has been booked and paid for the full cost of delivery charge will be paid by the customer (courier charges are 50% subsidised by Yellow Pigeon Bespoke Furniture): 

    Contact me within: 7 days of delivery

    Ship items back within: 14 days of delivery

    Request a cancellation within: 6 hours of purchase

    I don't accept exchanges

    I do not accept returns if you decide on receipt of your item that the size isn't right or doesn't suit your space, or if the colour isn't as you expected.  To avoid disappointment please double check the dimensions and the colour / finish before making your purchase and please do get in touch should you require any further information or clarity if you are in doubt. 

    Vintage and antique furniture rarely dismantle for delivery and it is the responsibility of the customer to check the dimensions against their access points in advance of purchase.  In the event that the buyer has measured incorrectly and a failed delivery occurs the full cost of third party courier charge  will be paid by the customer along with the following charges:

    Third party courier failed delivery fee (charge varies and is determined by Third Party Courier)

    Card merchant service refund and admin fee £50

    Delivery handling fee (for packaging) £15

    Damages to item if not returned in the same condition

    ​For upholstered items it is the customers responsibility to request fabric samples.

    But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.

    The following items can't be returned or exchanged

    Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:

    • Custom or personalised orders
    • Perishable products (like food or flowers)
    • Digital downloads
    • Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
    • Items on sale

    Conditions of return

    Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs and arranging courier. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.

  • SHIPPING INFO

    My third party courier delivers furniture throughout Mainland England & Wales for a flat fee of £59.

    Delivery to Mainland Scotland (excluding Highlands) is charged at a flat fee of £89.

    For deliveries to the Scottish Highlands, and other remote areas, please contact me for a quote.

    All deliveries are subject to a handling fee of £15

  • MATERIALS

    Farrow & Ball Off Black Eggshell, Oak, Brass

£645.00Price
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