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William IV Furniture

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
A Rare Pair of Early 19th Century William IV Card Tables
Located in Dublin, IE
A rare pair of early 19th Century William IV fruitwood card tables of fabulous quality, finely hand carved with rich patination and grain. The well figured, moulded D shaped hinged...
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Early 19th Century Irish Antique William IV Furniture

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Brass

IMPORTANT CARVED BOOKCASE CABiNET FROM THE BATE COLLECTION IN OXFORD UNIVERSITY
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite hand carved with Musical instruments, library bookcase cabinet, made for Charles T...
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1830s English Antique William IV Furniture

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Glass, Oak

English, William IV Large Rectangular Mahogany Overmantel Mirror
Located in London, GB
This is a majestic structural mahogany William the IV mirror, 1830s. The symmetry of the mirror allows it to stand alone, over a mantel or in a landscape position. The original glass shows barely noticeable signs of foxing adding character to the overall look of the mirror. The mirror is framed with elegant carved wood monumental columns and round reliefs...
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Early 19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Mirror, Mahogany

Georgian Silver Chamberstick Sheffield 1836
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Sterling silver chamberstick Date : Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1836 for Creswick and Co Period : William IV Origin : Sheffield, England Decoration : Scrolled leaf detail to...
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1830s British Antique William IV Furniture

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Silver

William IV Mahogany Library Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine original condition Library Chair with Leather Seat. The frame with handsome wood graining, pierced splat back, and overall sinuous form and having castored front legs. With g...
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Early 19th Century Antique William IV Furniture

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Brass

Georgian Glass Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
The Tea Caddy of slight oval shape with diamond quit cut canted corners, an engraved monogram to the body reading MAAF and a radial cut stopper. The Tea Caddy dates to the late Georg...
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Early 19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Glass, Cut Glass

Antique quality set of 4 19th Century fruitwood dining chairs
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique set of 4 high-quality 19th-century fruitwood dining chairs. These chairs feature delightful compact proportions and showcase the finest coloration and patina. They are free ...
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19th Century Antique William IV Furniture

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Fruitwood

William IV Dining Table Extending Mahogany
Located in Potters Bar, GB
William IV Mahogany Extending Dining Table. 19th Century Standing Upon Typical William IV Ring Turned and Fluted Legs with Original Brass Castors. The Table Extends by way of a Pull ...
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1980s Vintage William IV Furniture

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Mahogany

Outstanding Quality Antique William IV Rosewood Circular Dining/Centre Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality Antique William IV rosewood circular dining/centre table having an outstanding quality beautiful rosewood circular top supported by a shaped reeded pedestal colum...
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19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Other

Pair William IV Candlesticks Sheffield 1836
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Pair of sterling silver candlesticsk Date : Hallmarked in Sheffiled in 1836 for Henry Wilkinson and Co Period : William IV Origin : Sheffield, Yorkshire, England Decoration...
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1830s British Antique William IV Furniture

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Silver

Circa 1840 English William IV Flame Mahogany Tilting Breakfast Table
Located in Shippensburg, PA
BRILLIANTLY FIGURED MAHOGANY TILT-TOP BREAKFAST TABLE ON ANIMAL PAWS England, William IV period circa 1840 Item # 309KMB22P A product of the William IV era, this distinguished brea...
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19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Canvas

A William IV circular occasional tilt-top table
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A William IV circular occasional tilt-top table, the figured rosewood top raised on a tapered column, the tripod base with three powerful lion’s paw feet. English, circa 1830.
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Mid-19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Rosewood

Cornish Oak Glazed Dresser
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning Cornish oak glazed dresser. All original, wonderful colour. 1830. Reference: 8268 Dimensions 68 inches (173 cms) Wide 20 inches (51 cms) Deep 80 inches (203 cms) High
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19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Glass, Oak

English Writing Table or Desk with Embossed Leather Top in the William IV Style
Located in Austin, TX
A fine large English writing table or desk of patinated mahogany in the William IV style - featuring a moulded rectangular top with a handsome embossed leather writing surface, over ...
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19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Antique William IV Mahogany Articulating Invalids Reading Table Console Lectern
Located in Dayton, OH
An impressive William IV era mahogany Invalids table. Features a rectangular sliding top with a pair of ratcheted reading slopes to one side, over an adjustable octagonal stem above...
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Late 18th Century Antique William IV Furniture

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Mahogany

William IV Console Table Antique Interiors
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Mahogany William IV Console Table. This Console Table Stands Upon Ring Turned Legs With Typical William IV Decoration. 19th Century The Upstand Being of Carved and Shaped Form. Prese...
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1980s Vintage William IV Furniture

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Mahogany

c. 1830 William IV Period Tea Caddy
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
William IV period sarcophagus form tea caddy, English, circa 1830. Original interior fitted with a pair of dome-top tea canisters and section for sugar bowl (bowl lacking). Original ...
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Early 19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Wood

Set of Four Animal Stone Lithographs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Intriguing set of four 19th century hand colored stone lithographs depicting animal species by the prolific Swiss artist and print maker Karl Joseph Brodtmann. Presented under glass ...
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Early 19th Century Swiss Antique William IV Furniture

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Mahogany

Large Antique Reference Book, Public Records, English, Parliament, William IV
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique reference book, General Report on the Public Records. Printed in English, a later bound House of Commons record, dating to the William IV period, published 18...
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Mid-19th Century British Antique William IV Furniture

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Paper

Carved Oak William IV Pierced And Carved Gothic Hall Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A rare Carved Oak side chair in the Gothic style dating to 1830-1837 in original condition. The Chair in an overall fine and worn age patina with Classic Gothic Arch back pierced wit...
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Early 19th Century Antique William IV Furniture

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Oak

William IV Library Table Desk 19th Century
Located in Potters Bar, GB
William IV Library Table. Circa 19th Century The Top of the Table Featuring Wonderful Rio Rosewood Timbers. The Table Having 2 Working Mahogany Lined Drawers (note the fine dovetails...
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Early 19th Century Antique William IV Furniture

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Rosewood

An English 19th Century Mahogany Butlers Tray on Stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
the rectangular tray with a deep gallery pierced with shaped handles; raised on a later collapsible x-frame stand; perfect design for a bar stand
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1850s English Antique William IV Furniture

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Mahogany

Antique English William IV Center Breakfast Table w/ Marquetry Inlay Circa 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1900 Antique William IV Round Pedestal Center / Breakfast Table. Constructed with mahogany, rosewood, satinwood with intricate marquetry and inlays to table top, rising on a ca...
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Early 1900s British Antique William IV Furniture

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Hardwood, Ebony, Satinwood, Walnut, Rosewood

William IV Dining Table Extending Mahogany 19th Century
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Superb William IV Mahogany Extending Dining Table. 19th Century This Impressive Table Stands Upon Typical Impressive William IV Legs with Original Castors. The Table Extends by way o...
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19th Century Antique William IV Furniture

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Mahogany

An Antique William IV Rosewood Period Card Table & Side Table, English, ca. 1835
Located in Banner Elk, NC
An Antique William IV Rosewood Period Card Table and Side Table, the stunning figured rosewood top is beautifully preserved and French polished, the apron/frieze with carved roses a...
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1830s English Antique William IV Furniture

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Rosewood

Antique Morning Room Chair, English, Silk Cotton, Side Seat, William IV, C.1835
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique morning room chair. An English, rosewood and embroidered silk cotton side seat, dating to the William IV period, circa 1835. Exquisite upholstery over a beautiful...
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Mid-19th Century British Antique William IV Furniture

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Wood

Set of Twelve William IV Mahogany Leather Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand set of twelve 19th century William IV dining chairs crafted from mahogany. The chairs feature a gracefully curved crestrail with a scrolled splat. The generous seats are covere...
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19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Leather, Mahogany

A William IV Empire Design Library Armchair Striped Cream Silk Upholstery
Located in High Wycombe, GB
A Classic William IV Empire Design Library Armchairs Striped Cream Upholstery Ideal For Any Library or Lounge Environment. The striped upholstered backs above a loose cushioned seat ...
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2010s American William IV Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

VINTAGE FULLY RESTORED DEEP CIGAR BROWN LEATHER SWiVEL CAPTAINS OFFICE CHAIR
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored vintage William IV style Chesterfield hand dyed brown leather office chair. P...
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20th Century English William IV Furniture

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Leather

Antique Set 8 English William IV Barback Dining Chairs Circa 1830 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a fantastic English set of eight antique William IV barback dining chairs, circa 1830 in date. The set comprising eight sidechairs with seats that have been reupholstered in a striking azur fabric, and raised on reeded baluster front legs. These chairs have been masterfully crafted in beautiful solid mahogany throughout and the finish and attention to detail on display are truly breathtaking. Transform the fine dining experience in your home with this set of dining chairs fit for a king. THE BOTANICAL NAME FOR THE MAHOGANY THEESE ITEMS ARE MADE OF IS SWIETENIA MACROPHYLLA AND THIS TYPE OF MAHOGANY IS NOT SUBJECT TO CITES REGULATION. Condition: In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned, polished, waxed and reupholstered in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 87 x Width 47 x Depth 52 Height 48 - Seat Height Dimensions in inches: Height 2 foot, 10 inches x Width 1 foot, 6 inches x Depth 1 foot, 8 inches Height 1 foot, 7 inches - Seat Height Mahogany is probably one of the largest ‘families’ of hardwood, having many different varieties within its own species. Mahogany has been used for centuries in ship building, house building, furniture making etc and is the core structure of just about every 19th century vanity box, dressing case or jewellery box. It became more of a Victorian trend to dress Mahogany with these decorative veneers so that the actual Mahogany was almost hidden from view. Mahogany itself is a rich reddish brown wood that can range from being plain in appearance to something that is so vibrant, figured and almost three dimensional in effect. Although Mahogany was most often used in its solid form, it also provided some beautifully figured varieties of veneer like ‘Flame’ Mahogany and ‘Fiddleback’ Mahogany (named after its preferred use in the manufacture of fine musical instruments). Cuban Mahogany was so sought after, that by the late 1850′s, this particular variety became all but extinct. William IV - the brief reign of William IV (1830 – 1837) marked a period of transition between the Regency period (which had been an age of innovation based on revivalist styles such as ancient Egypt, and the Grecian designs) and the Victorian era. William IV furniture...
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1830s English Antique William IV Furniture

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Mahogany

19th century William IV carved mahogany sideboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century william iv carved mahogany sideboard circa 1835 Good quality mahogany sideboard circa 1835. Lovely rich color. Main feature is the deeply carved stylized floral/shell c...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Mahogany

A Stunning Early 19th Century William IV Lamp or Side or Centre Table
Located in Dublin, IE
A stunning early 19th Century William IV mahogany lamp, side or centre table, finely hand carved and of exceptional quality with rich patination and grain. The well figured moulded ...
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Early 19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Brass

Victorian English Silver Tea Set 3 Pieces
Located in Palermo, IT
Victorian English silver tea set 3 pieces, 1890 gr made in London in 1833.
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Mid-19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Silver

Large Masons Ironstone Punch Bowl in Curled Leaf & Flower Basket ptn, circa 1838
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a Large twin Handled open Punch Bowl made by Mason's Ironstone in a beautiful pattern called: Curled Leaf and flower Basket, made in the early 19th century, William 1Vth peri...
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Early 19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Ironstone

Antique Set of 4 William IV Mahogany Bar Back Dining Chairs
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique set of 4 William IV carved mahogany dining chairs dating back to approximately 1835, featuring impressive melon-fluted legs. These chairs are robust, substantial, and well-c...
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1830s Antique William IV Furniture

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Mahogany

English Glazed Kitchen Dresser
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th C English glazed kitchen dresser. 1830. Reference: 8194 Dimensions 70.5 inches (179 cms) Wide 20.5 inches (52 cms) Deep 81.5 inches...
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19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Pine

Georgian Rare Pair of Inlaid Rosewood Sewing Boxes
Located in Northampton, GB
Rosewood and Mother of Pearl From our Sewing Box collection, we are thrilled to offer this pair of Georgian Rosewood Sewing Boxes. The Sewing Boxes of rectangular shape veneered in ...
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Early 19th Century British Antique William IV Furniture

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Wood

Tunbridge Ware - An Early Writing Slope with Geometric Designs, c1835
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Tunbridge Ware - An Early Writing Slope with Geometric Designs, c1835 Additional Information: Heading: Tunbridge Ware - An Early Writing Slope with Geometric Designs Date : c1835 ...
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19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Rosewood

Edward Smith Silver Vinaigrette Birmingham 1831
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Sterling Silver Vinaigrette Date : Hallmarked in Birmingham 1831 For Edward Smith Period : William IV Origin : Birmingham, England Decoration : Macine engraved base and cov...
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1830s British Antique William IV Furniture

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Silver

Very Rare 19th Century William IV Period Centre Table in Goncalo Alves
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An unusual 19th century centre table in Goncalo Alves, sort of rosewood with a circular tilt-top, turned baluster stem and a concave sided trefoil platform raised on scroll carved claw feet with concealed castors. England circa 1830. Superb quality. Gorgeous table with a lot of character, with good proportions, good height, exceptional width, good knee room and easy space to seat. Great colour and patina throughout. The dimensions are: Height: 72cm (28.3in) Diameter: 115cm (45.3in) This exceptional rosewood centre table is in good antique condition throughout. The antique centre...
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19th Century British Antique William IV Furniture

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Rosewood

A Sarcophagal Tunbridge Ware Sewing Box with Isometric Cube Design, c1835
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A Sarcophagal Tunbridge Ware Sewing Box with Isometric Cube Design, c1835 Additional Information: Heading: Tunbridge Ware - A Sarcophagal Se...
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19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Rosewood

Fine Antique William IV circa 1830 Hardwood Piano Stool with Decorative Base
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand carved William IV circa 1830 Hardwood Piano stool A very good looking and well-made piano stool, its exactly what collectors ar...
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1830s English Antique William IV Furniture

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Upholstery, Hardwood

William IV Rosewood Candle Stand
Located in Essex, MA
Circular top and barley twist support , circular plinth base. Paw feet.
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1830s English Antique William IV Furniture

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Rosewood

Irish Mahogany Peat Bucket
Located in Essex, MA
Possibly Dutch with brass bail handle and liner. Tapered ribbed body with brass strapping.
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1840s European Antique William IV Furniture

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Brass

Sterling Silver Vinaigrette of Book Form Gervase Wheeler Birmingham 1835
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : One Date : Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1835 for Gervase Wheeler Period : William IV Origin : Birmingham, England Decoration : In the form of a book with a naturalistic parc...
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1830s British Antique William IV Furniture

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Silver

Grand William IV Carved Mahogany Sideboard or Desk
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Beautiful example of William IV sideboard or desk carved in mahogany, an exotic wood of the period, featuring two central drawers with dividers, with lion's paw feet carved into the ...
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19th Century British Antique William IV Furniture

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Mahogany

William IV Silver Gilt Vinaigrette by Thomas Shaw, 1831
Located in London, GB
A William IV silver gilt Vinaigrette of unusually small size, probably for a child. Made in Birmingham in 1831 by Thomas Shaw. The Vinaigrette is silver gilt and is modelled as a po...
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19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Sterling Silver

RESTORED BROWN LEATHER WILLIAM IV 1830 HARDWOOD CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS ARMCHAiR
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely, antique, fully restored original mahogany framed circa 1830 hand dyed Chesterfield Brown leathe...
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1830s English Antique William IV Furniture

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Leather, Hardwood

English 19th century needlework and hand painted silk picture, circa 1830
Located in Central England, GB
This exceptional needlework dates to the early 19th century and is a master class in the art of needlework. It incorporates many different types of thread and complicated stitches co...
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Mid-19th Century Antique William IV Furniture

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Wool, Silk

Antique William Kent Style Marble Top Gilt Wood Side Table
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique William Kent style marble top gilt wood side table. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1930’s. The quality is outstanding, this has fine and intri...
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1930s British Vintage William IV Furniture

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Marble

Fine William IV Mahogany Centre Table
Located in London, GB
Of large proportions, the top butterfly veneered and cross banded with well figured mahogany on bold column decorated with acanthus leaf and gadrooning upon a concave base, raised on...
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1830s British Antique William IV Furniture

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Mahogany

19th Century William IV Period Open Low Bookcase
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A small fine 19th century William IV period solid mahogany open low library bookcase. The rectangular well figured mahogany moulded rounded top su...
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19th Century British Antique William IV Furniture

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Wood

Antique William IV Compactum Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
A superb antique William IV period compactum wardrobe. This was made in England & dates from around the 1830-1840’s period. This is of amazing qual...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Wood

English Painted Display Cabinet
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Fabulous early 19th C English painted oak Gothic glazed display cabinet. 1830. Reference: 8192 Dimensions 49.5 inches (126 cms) Wide 15 inches (38 cms) Deep 77.5 inches (197 cms) ...
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19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Oak

William IV Channel Islands chest of drawers
Located in Salisbury, GB
William IV mahogany Channel Island chest This small William IV mahogany chest was made circa 1830. It is a rare chest of drawers not only for its size but also the design. The 4 grad...
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1830s English Antique William IV Furniture

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Mahogany

Wilhelminian style beads crystal chandelier flowers glass antique brass
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant antique chandelier: a testament to craftsmanship and grace Experience the revived splendor of the past in our meticulously restored vintage chandelier, a true masterpiece th...
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1880s Italian Antique William IV Furniture

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Crystal, Brass

Georgian Rosewood Vanity Box
Located in Northampton, GB
Howell, James & Co Sterling Silver by Thomas Whitehead From our Vanity Box collection, we are delighted to offer this Georgian Rosewood Vanity Box. The Vanity Box of rectangular sha...
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Early 19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture

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Silver, Sterling Silver

William IV Dining Table Mahogany Extending
Located in Potters Bar, GB
10 - 12 Seat William IV Mahogany Extending Dining Table. This Quality Dining Table Stands upon Faceted Legs with Original Brass Castors. 19th century The Table Extends by Way of a Pu...
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19th Century Antique William IV Furniture

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Mahogany

William Iv furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique William IV furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, seating, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, mahogany and other materials. If you’re shopping for used William IV furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Mason's Ironstone, Chesterfield, Paul Storr, and PIETRA DURA . 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $130 and tops out at $121,043 while the average work can sell for $4,473.

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