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William IV Mahogany Library Armchair
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William IV Mahogany Library Armchair

19th century
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A Very Good Quality 19th Century, William IV Period, Mahogany Library Armchair Of Good Bold Proportions, Having Upholstered Scrolling Back And Arms With Moulded Decoration, Over Generously Proportioned Seat, Raised On Faceted Turned Front Legs And Incredible Stretched Sabre Legs To Back.

This chair dates to the late 1830's and is typical in design with regards to the elegant scrolling features and the turned legs. An exceptionally unusual feature however is the kicked, or stretched, legs to the back which really add something to the elegance and presence of the chair.

It is also of bold, generous proportions and comfortable to sit in for any person of any shape or size. It can definitely be described as a comfortable chair to sit in.

Perfect for a whole variety of spaces around both the home and office this chair would really stand out, whilst at the same time offering a more than comfortable place to sit for whatever period of time is desired.

Overall the condition is excellent with a few very minor old repairs and restorations which are to be expected on a functional piece of furniture of this age and overall the description can certainly be described as good. As with all items which we offer for sale the chair has been attended to in our workshops by our highly skilled antique furniture restorers, where it has simply been cleaned and naturally wax polished in the traditional fashion.

It is also worth noting that the upholstery has been recently carried out and therefore both the fabric covering and inner linings are all in excellent condition.

Circa 1835.

Height 42in.

Width 26in.

Depth 36in.

Seat Height 18.5in.

Declaration

S and S Timms Antiques Ltd has dated this William IV Mahogany Armchair to the 19th Century.

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SA1064068
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9271
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A Very Good Quality 19th Century, William IV Period, Mahogany Library Armchair Of Good Bold Proportions, Having Upholstered Scrolling Back And Arms With Moulded Decoration, Over Generously Proportioned Seat, Raised On Faceted Turned Front Legs And Incredible Stretched Sabre Legs To Back.
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This chair dates to the late 1830's and is typical in design with regards to the elegant scrolling features and the turned legs.
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd

An exceptionally unusual feature however is the kicked, or stretched, legs to the back which really add something to the elegance and presence of the chair.

fig 1. A William IV mahogany library armchair featuring light blue textured upholstery, scrolled armrests, turned front legs, and brass castors.
fig 1. William IV Mahogany Library Armchair

It is also of bold, generous proportions and comfortable to sit in for any person of any shape or size. It can definitely be described as a comfortable chair to sit in.

Perfect for a whole variety of spaces around both the home and office this chair would really stand out, whilst at the same time offering a more than comfortable place to sit for whatever period of time is desired.

fig 2. A William IV mahogany library armchair featuring light blue textured upholstery, scrolled armrests, turned front legs, and brass castors.
fig 2. William IV Mahogany Library Armchair

Overall the condition is excellent with a few very minor old repairs and restorations which are to be expected on a functional piece of furniture of this age and overall the description can certainly be described as good. As with all items which we offer for sale the chair has been attended to in our workshops by our highly skilled antique furniture restorers, where it has simply been cleaned and naturally wax polished in the traditional fashion.

fig 3. A William IV mahogany library armchair featuring light blue textured upholstery, scrolled armrests, turned front legs, and brass castors.
fig 3. William IV Mahogany Library Armchair

It is also worth noting that the upholstery has been recently carried out and therefore both the fabric covering and inner linings are all in excellent condition.

Circa 1835.

Height 42in.

Width 26in.

Depth 36in.

Seat Height 18.5in.

Date of Manufacture

S and S Timms Antiques Ltd has dated this William IV Mahogany Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1064068
Dealers Internal Ref
9271
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd
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Archive I A William IV mahogany library armchair featuring light blue textured upholstery, scrolled armrests, turned front legs, and brass castors.

William IV Mahogany Library Armchair

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A William IV mahogany library armchair featuring light blue textured upholstery, scrolled armrests, turned front legs, and brass castors.
William IV Mahogany Library Armchair
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A William IV mahogany library armchair featuring light blue textured upholstery, scrolled armrests, turned front legs, and brass castors.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialMahogany, Fabric, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown, Light Blue
  • MotifsScroll arms, Turned front legs, Sabre rear legs, Padded armrests

This nineteenth-century William IV library armchair belongs to the gentleman's library style and consists of dark brown mahogany and brass, paired with light blue textured fabric upholstery. The frame displays a high scrolling back, padded armrests with moulded decoration, and scroll-shaped arms. It stands on turned front legs with brass castors and stretched sabre rear legs. Minor old repairs and restorations appear on the functional parts of the furniture. Standing 107 cm high, 66 cm wide, and 91 cm deep with a 47 cm seat height, it suits a variety of spaces around the home or office. The armchair provides a comfortable place to sit for any person of any shape or size during reading, working, or relaxing. The traditional wax polish finish highlights the dark timber grain, while the recently renewed light blue covering offers a clean seating surface. Placed in a study, library, or living room, the armchair functions as a practical seat for daily use.

Produced between 1830 and 1837, William IV furniture bridges the Regency and early Victorian eras, characterised by substantial proportions, turned legs, and prominent carved scroll motifs.

These chairs were constructed with solid hardwood frames, predominantly mahogany or rosewood, coupled with brass castors and traditional horsehair or woven upholstery.

Authentic examples feature carved S-scroll or C-scroll arm supports, reeded or heavily turned front legs, flared rear sabre legs, and original fitted brass castors.

Position the armchair alongside a minimalist side table or within a contemporary reading corner to balance historic woodwork with clean architectural lines.

Dust the timber framework regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and apply beeswax twice annually, keeping the piece away from direct heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage.
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