I bought this English Antique Bureau, sometimes called a Ladies Writing Desk, in London England some years ago and it travelled with me to Canada. It was sold to me as mahogany probably dating to the late 19th century. It has a pull down writing flap supported with sturdy brackets and has sections for writing materials etc. and a small central drawer between them. Below are two big deep drawers. There is a pretty inlaid motif on the outer flap. Has original two keys. No scratches or marks and has recently been re-polished.