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Description

Small William IV painted and glazed oak bookcase. Drawers open using hidden finger holds underneath the drawer. 1830.

Upper shelf depth is 8".

Code: 8657

Dimensions:

W: 42" (106.7 cm)

H: 87" (221 cm)

D: 19" (48.3 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this William IV Painted Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

221cm (87.01")

Width

107cm (42.13")

Depth

48cm (18.90")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1111556

Dealers Internal Reference

8657

Description

Small William IV painted and glazed oak bookcase. Drawers open using hidden finger holds underneath the drawer. 1830.

Upper shelf depth is 8".

Code: 8657

Dimensions:

W: 42" (106.7 cm)

H: 87" (221 cm)

D: 19" (48.3 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this William IV Painted Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

221cm (87.01")

Width

107cm (42.13")

Depth

48cm (18.90")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1111556

Dealers Internal Ref

8657

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Arcadia Antiques

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Arcadia Antiques

Telephone 07768 666 833 or 01926 611923

Location

Westfields Farm
Fosse Way
Radford Semele
Leamington Spa
Warwickshire
CV31 1XL

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/arcadia

Verified Since Jun 2009

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectBookcases
Period19th century
StyleWilliam IV
MaterialPine, Glass
ColourGreen
MotifsGlazed upper doors, Panelled lower doors, Dentil moulding, Bracket feet
SizeH 221 cm (87 in) x W 107 cm (42 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

FAQs

William IV furniture, produced during the 1830s, bridges the late Regency and early Victorian periods, featuring robust classical proportions with restrained ornamentation and often incorporating architectural elements.

Traditional pieces typically feature hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawers, pegged mortise and tenon joints in the frame, and hand-blown cylinder glass panes set within timber glazing bars.

Authentication involves examining timber shrinkage, hand-planed surfaces, period-appropriate painted finishes showing natural wear and oxidisation, and traditional hardware such as brass or iron hinges.

A statement painted piece serves as an anchor in a neutral room, pairing effectively with minimalist contemporary furnishings to create a balanced, eclectic contrast.

Preservation requires keeping the item out of direct sunlight to prevent paint fading, maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, and cleaning only with a dry or lightly dampened soft cloth without harsh chemicals.