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.
Antique Flame Mahogany Extending Dining Table 19th C & 10 Swag Back Chairs
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful dining set comprising an antique William IV flame mahogany and crossbanded extending dining table, dating from Circa 1835, and a set of Vintage swag back dining c...
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century 16ft Flame Mahogany Extending Dining Table & 16 chairs
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful dining set comprising an antique William IV flame mahogany dining table, Circa 1810 in date, and a beautiful set of sixteen antique balloon back dining chairs Cir...
Brass
William IV Extending 15 Foot Dining Table & 16 Late 20th Century Chairs
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful dining set comprising a large antique William IV mahogany extending dining table, circa 1830 in date and a set of sixteen Vintage balloon back dining chairs. Th...
Mahogany
Antique 14ft6" William IV Dining Table 19th Century & 16 Balloon back chairs
Located in London, GB
This is a fantastic dining set comprising of an antique William IV dining table, Circa 1835 in date, with a set of sixteen Vintage balloon back dining chairs This beautiful table...
Mahogany
Antique William IV Mahogany Extending Dining Table 19th C & 10 Chairs
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful dining set comprising an antique William IV flame mahogany and crossbanded extending dining table, dating from Circa 1835, and a set of Vintage crossbanded dining...
Mahogany
On Hold|$2,800 / set
H 29 in W 66 in D 44 in
Late 20th Century McGuire Dining Set with Four "Target" Back Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Late 20th century McGuire dining set - table & 4 side chairs, San Francisco. This set includes 4 of the ever popular "Target" back design side chairs - rattan frames with leather...
Leather, Wood, Smoked Glass, Rattan, Bamboo, Upholstery, Fabric
$9,927 / set
H 27.96 in W 21.66 in D 21.26 in
Mid-20th Century Wengé Dining Table with 8 Matching Chairs Jules Wabbes style
By Jules Wabbes
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful large round wenge dining table with 8 matching chairs in the style of Jules WABBES. The table can be extended with two original leaves. If there are 6 chairs at the table, ...
Iron
Early 19th Century William IV Mahogany Pedestal Card Table
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th Century William IV mahogany pedestal card table, it has four down-swept legs which terminate on original brass casters. The top is cross-banded and swivels to reveal an in...
Mahogany
$11,242 / set
H 30.71 in Dm 47.25 in
19th Century French Mahogany Table Empire style with Louis Philippe four Chairs
Located in Vigonza, Padua
IMPORTANT: ON REQUEST WE WILL RE-UPHIDE THE CHAIRS WITH A SUPPLEMENT OF EURO 150 EACH. Reinforced structure of the chairs for daily use. Spring seat. French mahogany dining table...
Mahogany
19th Century Jupe Circular Mahogany Extending Dining Table
By Robert Jupe
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century Jupe circular extending mahogany dining table retaining the original quarter round extending leaves allowing it to expand in diameter. The top supported by a turned balu...
Brass
19th Century carved flame mahogany oval center table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century carved flame mahogany center table circa 1890. Fine quality table with multiple uses around the home. Oval top with striking quarter matching flame timbers uses, gener...
Mahogany
19th Century English William IV Fruitwood Writing Table or Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome 19th century English William IV writing table or desk crafted from mixed fruitwood and oak. The table has storage drawers on each end with patinated brass pulls. The top has...
Brass
19th century carved flame mahogany side table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century carved flame mahogany side table circa 1890. Fine quality shaped top surface with matched flame mahogany veneers. Single drawer for storage. Turned column support whi...
Mahogany
$4,082Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.75 in W 47.25 in D 83.86 in
Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany 10 Seater Extending Dining Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality mahogany 10 seater extending dining table having a quality mahogany top with a moulded edge and 2 original extra leaves, pull out extending mechanism standi...
Mahogany
19th century Scandinavian flame mahogany oval table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish 19th century oval center table circa 1890. Simple and elegant piece of Scandinavian design with this multi functional occasional table. Matched flame mahogany top surface w...
Mahogany
20th Century French Extension Dining Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 20th Century French extension dining table brings both practicality and timeless French sophistication to any dining space. Crafted from high-quality wood, likely walnut...
Walnut
$5,816Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.94 in W 56.89 in D 115.95 in
Quality Antique Mahogany Extending 10 Seater Dining Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
An exceptional quality antique mahogany extending 10 seater dining table of refined proportion and rich colour, finished in beautifully figured ...
Mahogany
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H 30.32 in W 102.37 in D 51.19 in
Antique William IV Mahogany Dining Table & 8 Dining Chairs 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fantastic dining set comprising of an antique William IV dining table, with a superb set of eight dining chairs, all Circa 1830 in date. This magnificent antique Willi...
Mahogany
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H 29.93 in W 102.37 in D 51.19 in
Antique William IV Mahogany Dining Table & 10 Dining Chairs 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fantastic dining set comprising an antique William IV dining table, Circa 1830 in date with a superb set of ten bar back dining chairs. This magnificent antique William...
Mahogany
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H 29.34 in W 100.01 in D 45.08 in
Antique Wiliam IV Extending Dining Table & 8 Gillow chairs 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful dining set comprising an antique William IV flame mahogany dining table and a beautiful set of eight William IV Dining Chairs, Circa 1830 in date.. This amazing...
Mahogany
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H 29.34 in W 100.01 in D 45.08 in
Antique William IV Extending Dining Table 19th Century & 10 Balloon Back chairs
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful dining set comprising an antique William IV flame mahogany dining table, Circa 1830 in date, and a beautiful set of ten vintage Balloon Back Dining Chairs. This ...
Mahogany
Antique 15ft Extending Dining Table & 14 chairs 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful dining set comprising a large antique William IV mahogany extending dining table, circa 1830 in date, and a set of fourteen Vintage wheatsheaf shieldback dining ...
Mahogany
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H 30.32 in W 175.4 in D 47.64 in
Antique 14ft6" William IV Mahogany Dining Table 19th Century & 14 dining chairs
Located in London, GB
This is a magnificent antique William IV mahogany dining table Circa 1835 in date which can seat sixteen diners in comfort with a set of fourteen Vintage wheatsheaf shieldback chairs...
Mahogany
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H 29.93 in W 152.76 in D 53.94 in
Antique 19th C 13 ft Flame Mahogany Extending Dining Table & 14 chairs
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique William IV mahogany extending dining table, circa 1835 in date and set of fourteen Wheatsheaf shieldback dining chairs. This amazing table can seat fou...
Mahogany
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H 29.14 in W 77.56 in D 48.04 in
Antique Wiliam IV Mahogany Extending Dining Table & 6 chairs 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful dining set comprising an antique William IV flame mahogany dining table, Circa 1830 in date, and a beautiful set of six William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs c1830. ...
Mahogany
Antique William IV Mahogany Extending Dining Table & 8 chairs
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful dining set comprising an antique William IV flame mahogany dining table, Circa 1830 in date, and a beautiful set of eight vintage Regency Revival Bar Back Dining...
Mahogany
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H 29.73 in W 154.34 in D 57.49 in
Antique Extending Dining Table 19th C & 12 Regency Revival Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
This is a fabulous large antique William IV oval ended flame mahogany extending dining table, circa 1830 in date with a vintage set of twelve Regency Revival dining chairs. The t...
Mahogany
Antique 13ft William IV Dining Table & 12 Dining Chairs 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a fabulous large antique William IV oval ended flame mahogany extending dining table with a stunning set of twelve William IV dining chairs, all circa 1830 in date. The ta...
Mahogany
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H 27.96 in W 50.79 in D 50.79 in
Antique William IV Centre Table by Gillows & 6 Chairs 19th Century
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
This is an elegant and rare English antique William IV Gonçalo Alves centre / breakfast table by Gillows of Lancaster, Circa 1830 in date and six Regency revival swag back dining cha...
Wood