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.
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Style: William IV
Antique William IV Rosewood X-Frame Canterbury
Located in London, GB
A William IV rosewood 3-section X framed Canterbury having carved & scrolled wreath front & back and frieze drawer, supported on turned legs ending on original brass castors.
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
William IV Rosewood Easy Arm Chair
Located in Altrincham, GB
William IV Rosewood Easy Arm Chair with exposed moulded frame, upholstered in deep buttoned back Harris Tweed, raised on stylised tulip carved front legs terminating in brass castors...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Antique Sampler Stool, English, Walnut, Boxwood, Embroidered, Decor, William IV
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique sampler stool. An English, walnut and boxwood embroidered decorative rest, dating to the William IV period, circa 1835.
Pleasingly embroidered low stool, ideal ...
Category
Early 19th Century British Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Textile, Boxwood, Walnut
19th Century Antique Mahogany William IV Period Armchair, England, 19th C.
Located in New York City, NY
19th Century Antique Mahogany William IV Period Armchair
Sturdy mahogany frame, beautiful hand-carved details, and brass casters.
This armchair has been newly reupholstered in a n...
Category
19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Wood, Leather, Upholstery
William IV Double Fusee Skeleton Clock by A. Stewart, London
Located in Norwich, GB
A William IV Skeleton clock of fine quality with two massive scroll plates sitting on rectangular, silvered plinths and standing on a mahogany base with block feet.
Eight day doubl...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Brass
William IV Mahogany Writing Table
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular top with inset brown leather over two drawers and two opposing false drawers each with wood knobs, raised on a barley twist trestle ba...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Antique William IV Occasional Side Table
Located in London, GB
A fantastic original antique William IV period occasional table. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1830-1840 period.
It is of amazing quality, with a very strong an...
Category
1830s British Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Wood
A Very Rare Pair of 19th Century William IV Card Tables
Located in Dublin, IE
A very rare pair of 19th century William IV mahogany card tables attributed to Dublin maker Williams & Gibton. This fabulous pair of turn over leaf card tables are of gorgeous qualit...
Category
19th Century Irish Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th Specimen Marble Topped Table
Located in London, GB
A Lovely C19th Marble Specimen Top Table standing on a Quatrafoil Base.
Stunning Pietre dure Top
The Top lobed edge with radiating Specimen Marbles.
Category
19th Century British Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Very Fine Butter Dish, circa 1835
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A Very Fine 19th century Butter Dish, circa 1835
Additional information:
Date : William IV-Victoria c1835
Origin : England
Bowl Features : Pillar moulded and miter cut
Marks ...
Category
19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Glass
Antique Restored William iv Period circa 1830 Wingback Brown Leather Armchair
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very uniquely shaped, Circa 1830 William IV, brown leather and Mahogany Wingback armchair with ornately carved frame
A simply glorious pie...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
William IV Style Rosewood and Kingwood Marquetry And Parquetry Bedstead, C 1920s
Located in Germantown, MD
Exquisite William IV Style bedstead in solid rosewood and kingwood with amazing Marquetry And Parquetry work. On wheels
Full size Bedstead. Measures 61inches in width, 84 inches long. Headboard is 65" high, footboard is 39" high. These are outside dimensions. Fit regular full size bed mattress...
Category
Early 20th Century American William IV Furniture
Materials
Kingwood, Rosewood
William iv Rosewood Mirrored Etagere
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine William IV period rosewood four-tier mirrored etagere, the shaped top over apron with decorative brass trim over three suede lined shelves with m...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Set of Eight William iv Dining Mahogany Dining Chairs, circa 1830
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
A superb quality set of eight William IV, mahogany dining chairs including two carver chairs, each having finely carved top and mid-rail with carvers having scroll open arms, all wit...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Swedish Burr Elm Teapoy
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century burr elm teapoy circa 1840.
Very good quality example of a scandinavian teapoy with a strong influence from the english Regency period.
Sarcophagus shaped main bod...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Elm
Finest Quality Antique 1830 Flamed Hardwood Wellington Chest of Drawers Bookcase
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this important, hand made in England, flamed Mahogany Wellington chest of drawers with bookcase middle
This is one of the finest quality antiques I...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Spectacular 19th Century William IV Rosewood Dining or Center Table
Located in Essex, MA
A fine quality, generously proportioned William IV rosewood center or dining table, the round top showcasing the extraordinary color and figure of the lively wood grain. It is edged ...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Snuff Box, Birmingham 1836, Engraved
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1836 by Edwin Jones, this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Snuff Box, features a cast and applied border to the lid, engine turn...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
English Brass Nautical Ship Wheel Mounted with Yacht Binnacle on Rope Base, 1870
Located in Hollywood, SC
English Brass Nautical ship wheel mounted on a solid brass pedestal with an yacht binnacle having a gimballed signed compass, circular six spoke w...
Category
1870s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mason's Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in Rare Shape with Serpent Handle, circa 1830
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very decorative fairly large & well hand painted, Jug or Pitcher made by Mason's Ironstone pottery, circa 1830.
It has a rare shape and pattern.
A jug of the same sha...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Ironstone
Large Magnificent Antique William IV Carved Mahogany Sideboard
Located in Suffolk, GB
Large magnificent antique William IV carved mahogany sideboard having a beautiful shaped and moulded back with delightful applied carvings to the centre. It has a fantastic flame mah...
Category
19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Other
William IV Rosewood Credenza
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular breakfront form Siena marble top over a conforming case with central grill door enclosing shelves flanked by a pair of doors enclosing she...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Siena Marble, Brass
William IV Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Essex, MA
Typical form with one drawer with wood knobs. Turned legs and brass casters.
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
English Stool of Mahogany with Oval Seat and Turned Legs
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English seating stool or bench of well patinated mahogany from the William IV period, featuring an oval top with an ‘s’ shape handhold, set upon four turned legs.
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
Fine and Rare Anglo-Indian Padouk Wood Cabinet in Two Sections
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fine and rare Anglo-Indian padouk wood cabinet on chest, the upper section with paneled doors opening to reveal 11 shelves lined in Fortuny style fabric over a central pull out she...
Category
1850s Indian Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Brass
W1V Period Rosewood Chiffonier
By King & Sons
Located in Dereham, GB
W1V Period Rosewood Chiffonier,
Top with inset panel back,
Pair Turned Tapering Columns Supporting,
Three Quarter gallery top,
Frieze with moulding top & bottom,
Two Door Base with inset Panels. working lock & key, open to reveal:
Single Shelf interior,
Pair Column...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
19th Century William IV Period Mahogany Dining Table
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A great quality early 19th century, William IV period, mahogany pull-out extending dining table, the rounded rectangular moulded top over plain frieze raised on shaped turned legs ending on brass castors including two original leaves. Superb original colour with a rich patina. Both leaves are 94.5cm wide/each.
The dimensions are:
Height: 74cm (29.1in)
Width: 132cm (52.0in)
Length: 242cm (95.3in)
Gorgeous dining table...
Category
19th Century British Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
19th Century British Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
William iv Rosewood Octagonal Centre Table
Located in Belfast, IE
An impressive large scale William IV rosewood octagonal centre table.
The three boldly carved solid rosewood scrolled supports and carved centr...
Category
1830s British Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Antique William IV Dining Table
Located in London, GB
A fine example of a William IV period table. This was made in England, it dates from the 1830-40’s.
It is of superb quality, with lovely carving on the edge of the oval top and a be...
Category
1830s British Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Restored William IV circa 1830 Coromandel Occasional Games Cards Table
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite, fully restored, hand made in England William IV circa 1830 Coromandel & Giltwood occasiona...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Restored Leather William IV Hardwood Chesterfield Captains Armchair
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely, antique, fully restored original mahogany framed circa 1830 hand dyed Chesterfield Bordeaux leather director's chair.
Please note t...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
William IV Library Table in Coromandel
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
William IV library table
Produced in England in the Mid-19th Century this is a extremely rare example produced in Coramandel having solid dra...
Category
19th Century British Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Wood
Large Antique Oblong Silver Tray
Located in London, GB
Magnificent and fine oblong antique silver tray with shaped leaf and scroll border and scroll handles. The surface of this tray is hand chased with...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
William IV Whatnot Mahogany Bookcase Shelf Unit
Located in Potters Bar, GB
William IV Mahogany Whatnot.
Standing on brass castors and turned feet.
1 x Cupboard with original brass lock.
The 3 upper shelves supported by turned columns.
Category
1980s Vintage William IV Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Rare Antique William iv circa 1830 Hardwood Chesterfield Extending Chaise Lounge
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite antique circa 1830 English hand carved Mahogany William IV extending Chaise Lounge with Chesterfield tufting.
This Chaise Lounge ...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
19th Century, William IV Period Walnut and Leather Ottoman
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A fine quality early 19th century, William IV period walnut and leather ottoman. Deep red coloured buttoned leather seat above a well figured walnut and leather panelled base with tu...
Category
19th Century British Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Brass
W1V Period Mahogany End Support Table
By Thomas King
Located in Dereham, GB
W1V Period Mahogany End Support Table,
Plain Mahogany top,
Inset Frieze with 4 turned finials,
End Supports with carved mounts,
Turned Mahogany Cross Stretcher,
Sitting on Ar...
Category
1830s British Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
William IV Upholstered Oak Window Seat, c. 1825
Located in Kenilworth, IL
English William IV leather & hair on hide calf skin upholstered window bench on English oak legs. The bench features conical turned and melon carved front legs with Neoclassic pilaster...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Magnificent Quality Antique William iv Carved Mahogany Sideboard
Located in Suffolk, GB
Magnificent quality antique William IV carved mahogany sideboard having an incredible pair of high-relief exceptionally detailed carved griffons flanking a central flaming urn. The b...
Category
19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Other
Fine Antique William IV Carved Mahogany Wine Cooler
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine antique William IV carved mahogany wine cooler in a sarcophagus shape boasting fabulous quality expertly carved lift up lid, original fitted interior, beautiful carved mouldings...
Category
19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Other
Regency William IV Polished Tan Leather Captains Library Chair with Castors
Located in High Wycombe, GB
An Original British, 1830s William IV polished tan leather chesterfield captains chair with brass stud detailing On Porcelain Castors.
C...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Brass
Fine Early William IV Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Firmly Attributed Gillows
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A fine early William IV mahogany breakfront bookcase firmly attributed Gillows of Lancaster, in four sections, the top with astragal glazed doors enclosing four adjustable shelves between reeded pilasters with anthemion scroll corbels, the base with four panelled arched doors between acanthus scroll and reeded pilasters, the frieze with two short drawers and a central secretaire drawer fitted with a reading slope and two slides above small compartments, decorated throughout with rich book-matched veneers. The secretaire drawer stamped ‘Preston’. English, circa 1835.
Footnote: Many closely related acanthus carved terminals, anthemion corbels and other typical Gillows features can be seen on the pair of bookcases, on this website, made by Gillows & Co for the library at Dallam Tower, Cumbria in 1829, and on a bookcase shown in Susan E. Stuart, Gillows of Lancaster and London 1730-1840, Antique Collectors’ Club, 2008, vol. I, p.379, pl.450. A similar large breakfront bookcase...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Extending Dining Table William IV Mahogany
Located in Potters Bar, GB
William IV Mahogany Extending Dining Table.
Raised upon Typical William IV Tulip Carved Legs with Original Castors.
The Table Extends by Way of a pullout Telescopic Mechanism (wind...
Category
1890s Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
William IV Knee Hole Desk
Located in Wilson, NC
William IV knee hole desk, with beautiful flame mahogany veneer on the top and drawer fronts; the bank of drawers on each side and the middle have antiq...
Category
1840s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Sterling Silver Wine Cooler by William Bateman II
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique William IV English sterling silver wine cooler made by William Bateman II; an addition to our antique wine and drink related silverware collection
This magnificent antique William IV sterling silver wine cooler has a circular campania shaped form onto a circular spreading foot.
The surface of the cooler is embellished with exceptional cast and applied fruiting vine ornamentation, accented with grape clusters and three-dimensional leaf designs.
The body is further ornamented with large acanthus leaf designs, encompassing the underside of the bulbous portion.
This antique wine cooler is fitted with an exceptional pair of cast silver handles realistically modelled in the form of interlacing vines; this is a continuation of the fruiting vine decoration to the body.
This exceptional William Bateman wine cooler retains the original, hallmarked detachable liner and push fit cover.
The sterling silver torus-shaped cover is ornamented with an applied moulded border to the rim.
The surface of the lining is plain and embellished with a contemporary engraved crest of an eagle displayed supporting in the dexter claw a staff erect, thereon hoisted a pennon forked and flowing to the sinister with the lettering 'Per sinum Codanum' - Through the Gulf of Cadonus*.
This magnificent cooler was crafted by the renowned and collectable London silversmith William Bateman II.
Such wine coolers of this design are becoming increasingly difficult to locate.
* This heraldic marking pertains to the Graves-Sawle family, with the motto representing Graves.
Condition
This antique silver William Bateman wine cooler is a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.
The cast and applied decoration is very sharp and the engraved crest is very crisp.
Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the body are clear in keeping with age and location.
The part hallmarks to liner and cover are all very clear.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of antique barware...
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19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
William IV Stretcher Table, Antique Rosewood Hall Tables
Located in Potters Bar, GB
William IV rosewood stretcher table.
19th century
Featuring "Rio rosewood" to the top and frieze.
Raised upon faceted columns with typical William IV carved collars and stands upo...
Category
19th Century Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Antique William IV Dining Table
Located in London, GB
An excellent original antique William IV tilt top dining / centre table. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1830-1840s period.
It is of superb quality and is a very ...
Category
1830s British Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Wood
William IV Side Cabinet, Rosewood Sideboard Antique Server
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Impressive William IV rosewood side cabinet.
19th century
Raised upon a plinth base with 4 arched doors, each door having half turned mouldings.
The cabinet features turned column...
Category
19th Century Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Diminutive English William IV Recamier with Recent Fabric, circa 1830
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A diminutive English William IV recamier with recent fabric. circa 1830.
Category
1830s Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
William 4th Freestanding Marble Topped Rosewood Bookcase
Located in Sherborne, GB
A free standing marble topped William 4th rosewood bookcase. The bookcase consists of two adjustable shelves, flanked by two pillars with carved leaf capi...
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Early 19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Marble
Antique English 19th Century Lacquered Mother-of-Pearl Papier Machè Chair
Located in London, GB
Antique English 19th Century Lacquered Mother-of-Pearl Papier Machè Chair
William IV C.1830
Superb decorative chair, intricately inlaid with mother of pearl inlay and gilt detailin...
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19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl
Pair of Mid-19th Century Greek Revival Cast Iron Scrolled Balcony Brackets
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of cast iron architectural balcony brackets of impressive weight and delicate design.
English or American, c. 1830.
Category
1830s Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique William IV Leather Top Writing Table / Desk
Located in London, GB
A fantastic original William IV period writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1830-1840’s.
The quality is superb and this is of useful proportions,...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Wood, Leather
English Mahogany Triple Pedestal Dining Room Table with Orig. Paw Casters C 1840
Located in Hollywood, SC
English mahogany triple pedestal dining room table with three central fluted urn ringed pedestals, splayed reeded saber legs, and resting on the original lio...
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1840s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Brass
Fine Pair of William IV Ebonized Card Tables
Located in London, GB
A striking pair of William IV ebonised card tables, the tops highly polished supported by a fluted baluster column above four carved legs terminating in brass castors.
English, M...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Oak
Fine Antique 1830 William iv Cockfighting Brown Leather Chair Original Castors
Located in GB
We are is delighted to offer for sale this important handmade made in England circa 1830 William IV Cockfighting armchair.
This really is an exquisite armchair, it is pure art furni...
Category
1830s English Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Early 19th Century Irish William IV Open Bookcase / Console Table
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine and most attractive Irish William IV period mahogany open bookcase/console table, of concave design, with grey marble panel above a hidden drawer set with rosettes and three open book tiers...
Category
Early 19th Century Irish Antique William IV Furniture
Materials
Marble
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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