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It was unexpected that, at the age of 64, William IV was crowned king of England. He had two older brothers, yet the death of Prince Frederick put him in line for the British throne when George IV died in 1830. His reign was brief, as he died on June 20, 1837, but it was a pivotal time of change, with parliamentary reform leading to the present-day constitutional monarchy. Antique William IV–style furniture reflects this period of transition, with forms that bridged the neoclassicism of the preceding Regency style and the more extravagant Victorian style that would follow.

Inspired by ancient Greece and Rome, William IV designs were often more imposing than Regency furniture and featured decorative attributes. There were sofas balanced on lion’s feet and tables with brass fittings. But furnishings of this period were largely marked by straight lines and subdued ornamentation compared to those of the George IV era. William IV had an unassuming way about him and was much more formal, whereas the ruler who preceded him was a king of extravagance. George IV had an affinity for French decor and was heavily invested in overhauling the private residences at Windsor Castle.

Carvings on William IV four-poster beds and cabinets included scrolling shapes, lotus leaves and acanthus, while popular pieces like tilt-top tables and upholstered seating on caster legs provided flexible interiors. Richly toned woods like mahogany and rosewood were used for sideboards, bedposts boasting reeded details and dining chairs with intricate chair backs and turned front legs.

William IV left no legitimate heirs, so his young niece, Victoria, became queen. She would lead an era of taste in which the innovations of the Industrial Revolution allowed for manufacturing showier furniture to fill elaborate interiors. With its comparatively refined forms and restrained designs, William IV style was a pause before a time of radical aesthetic change.

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Style: William IV
William IV Period Antique Sterling Silver Soup Tureen - London 1835 - Barnards
William IV Period Antique Sterling Silver Soup Tureen - London 1835 - Barnards

William IV Period Antique Sterling Silver Soup Tureen - London 1835 - Barnards

By Barnards

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1835 by Barnards, this superb, William IV, Antique Sterling Silver Soup Tureen, features an ornate cast handle to the lid and ornate cast feet, a gadroon bord...

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1830s English Antique William IV Soup Tureens

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Sterling Silver

Antique William IV Sterling Silver Soup Tureen London 1834 Serving Dish
Antique William IV Sterling Silver Soup Tureen London 1834 Serving Dish

Antique William IV Sterling Silver Soup Tureen London 1834 Serving Dish

By William Brown

Located in London, GB

An impressive Antique William IV Sterling Silver Soup Tureen with an oval form and four generously proportioned scroll and foliate feet. The Body of the Soup Serving Tureen is embell...

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19th Century English Antique William IV Soup Tureens

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William Iv soup tureens for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique William IV soup tureens for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage soup tureens created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, silver and other materials. If you’re shopping for used William IV soup tureens made in a specific country, there are England, Europe, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original soup tureens, popular names associated with this style include and Barnards. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for soup tureens differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $26,542 and tops out at $26,542 while the average work can sell for $26,542.