Remploy Mid Century Teak Bureau
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Item details
Height
107.0 cm
Width
91.5 cm
Depth
40.5 cm
Wear conditions
Good
Wear conditions
Excellent
Shows little to no signs of wear and tear.
Good
May show slight traces of use in keeping with age. Most vintage and antique items fit into this condition.
Average
Likely to show signs of some light scratching and ageing but still remains in a fair condition.
Apparent Wear and Tear
Visible signs of previous use including scratches, chips or stains.
Please refer to condition report, images or make a seller enquiry for additional information.
Description
Remploy Mid Century Teak Bureau
This simple and stylish bureau was made by Remploy. It features a gorgeous teak patina and the handleless design makes it look solid and commanding.
It features a bureau at the top with a small drawer and various pigeon holes. Below are two drawers and an undivided cupboard behind two simple doors.
'Founded in 1945 by Ernest Bevin, the Minister for Labour, Remploy began life with the opening of the first factory in 1946 in Bridgend, South Wales. First into production was a range of furniture and violas, and the company’s original workforce was made up mainly of disabled ex-miners – the original name was actually the Disabled Persons Employment Corporation, and the aim was to give disabled people a chance to support themselves and earn a decent income.
In 1946, the factory network was growing, and the company renamed themselves Remploy, taken from the literal term ‘re-employ’. The Second World War was over by this point, and soldiers were returning home, many badly disabled and scarred from war – Remploy provided them with employment, and the ability to function in the recovering country. Today, they remain as one of the largest employers of disabled people in the UK.
Remploy furniture is starkly utilitarian, full of clean lines and simple design. Using standard techniques, they manufactured no-frills furniture which was built to be used and made to last – from uncomplicated sideboards and room dividers to tubular stacking chairs, Remploy furniture was designed to be simply functional. These days, such functional pieces are highly collectable, and can add a touch of mid-century modern style to any room"
Condition report:
Great vintage condition
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Delivery to UK mainland except for Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, Devon and Cornwall (please contact us for a quote for these areas). We do not currently deliver outside of the UK mainland for Extra Large and Large items.
XL - Items and products such as wardrobes, sideboards, room dividers, bookcases, tables, and chest of drawers ****£65* Any items ordered before 18th December will be delivered in time for Christmas.
(standardly 5 to 10 days)
L - Items and products such as bedside tables and coffee tables, singular chairs ****£45 Any items ordered before 18th December will be delivered in time for Christmas.
(standardly 5 to 10 days)
M - Items and products such as planter pots, vases, lamps and ornaments £15 Any items ordered before 18th December will be delivered in time for Christmas.
(standardly 3-5 days)
Returns accepted within 14 days. Customer is responsible for return shipping.
Estimated delivery time
Less than one week
Free collection available
Yes
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- Selling at Vinterior since 2019
- 653 sales
- Ships from Wigginton , United Kingdom
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Last updated: 24th March 2025
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