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William IV Daybeds

WILLIAM IV STYLE

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.

Find a collection of authentic William IV tables, armchairs, decorative objects and other 19th-century furniture and antiques on 1stDibs.

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Style: William IV
English Day bed wood rest bed, William IV
By S XVIII English school
Located in Valladolid, ES
Outstanding “bed de repos”, a multifunctional piece of furniture that can be used as a bed, as well as for resting, reclining or simply sitting. Its structure, of imposing dimension...
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1830s English Antique William IV Daybeds

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Wood

English Day bed wood rest bed, William IV
English Day bed wood rest bed, William IV

English Day bed wood rest bed, William IV

A Pair of William IV Mahogany Day Beds
Located in London, GB
A Pair of William IV Mahogany Day Beds Stripped to reveal the original early 19th century upholstery. Height: 81 cm, 31 7/8″ Length: 180 cm, 70 7/8″ Depth: 67 cm, 26 3/8″ Seat Heig...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique William IV Daybeds

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Upholstery, Mahogany

A Pair of William IV Mahogany Day Beds
A Pair of William IV Mahogany Day Beds

A Pair of William IV Mahogany Day Beds

Early 19th Century French Chair and Daybed Upholstered in Belgian Linen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This versatile piece serves as both a comfortable chair and an inviting daybed, reflecting the timeless elegance of early 19th-century French design. Freshly reupholstered in flax-co...
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19th Century French Antique William IV Daybeds

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Linen

Early 19th Century French Chair and Daybed Upholstered in Belgian Linen
Early 19th Century French Chair and Daybed Upholstered in Belgian Linen

Early 19th Century French Chair and Daybed Upholstered in Belgian Linen

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William Iv daybeds for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique William IV daybeds 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 daybeds created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, linen and other materials. If you’re shopping for used William IV daybeds made in a specific country, there are Europe, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 daybeds differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $8,500 and tops out at $8,500 while the average work can sell for $8,500.

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