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Antique William IV Quality Figured Mahogany Work Box
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Antique William IV Quality Figured Mahogany Work Box

19th century
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Antique William IV quality figured mahogany work box having a quality figured mahogany work box with a lift up lid opening to reveal a fitted interior consisting of five original lidded storage compartments. It is supported by a figured mahogany circular pedestal column with a moulded collar above a shaped platform base and raised on four shaped carved reeded scroll feet on original castors.

A fabulous piece, beautifully crafted and designed and in wonderful original condition.

78 x 46 x 35.5cm

Date 1830

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
35.5cm (13.98")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Mahogany Pedestal Work Box to the 19th Century.

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SA1114251
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361C
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Antique William IV quality figured mahogany work box having a quality figured mahogany work box with a lift up lid opening to reveal a fitted interior consisting of five original lidded storage compartments.
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It is supported by a figured mahogany circular pedestal column with a moulded collar above a shaped platform base and raised on four shaped carved reeded scroll feet on original castors.
London City Antiques

A fabulous piece, beautifully crafted and designed and in wonderful original condition.

78 x 46 x 35.5cm

Date 1830

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
35.5cm (13.98")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Mahogany Pedestal Work Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1114251
Dealers Internal Ref
361C
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet.

Antique William IV Quality Figured Mahogany Work Box

Archive II A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet. View II
Archive III A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet.
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Archive VI A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet. View VI
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Archive VIII A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet. View VIII
Archive IX A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet. View IX
Archive X A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet. View X
Archive XI A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet. View XI
Archive XII A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet. View XII
Archive XIII A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet. View XIII
Archive XIV A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet. View XIV
Archive XV A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet. View XV
Archive XVI A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet. View XVI
Archive XVII A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet. View XVII
Archive XVIII A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet. View XVIII
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A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet.
Antique William IV Quality Figured Mahogany Work Box
Ref: SA1114251
A William IV figured mahogany work box featuring a tapered box top on a central cylindrical column with a concave quadruped base and carved scroll feet.
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FAQs

A William IV work box is an occasional table produced in Britain between 1830 and 1837, designed specifically to store needlework tools and textiles. These pieces are characterised by robust Classical proportions, figured timber veneers, and heavy turned or carved pedestal supports.

Cabinetmakers during this era predominantly used solid mahogany and figured flame mahogany veneers, often accented with brass keyhole escutcheons, cast iron thread fittings, and polished brass castors.

Authentic William IV furniture typically displays transitional features between Regency refinement and Victorian weight, such as scroll feet, lotus carved detailing, bold gadrooning, and hand-cut dovetail joinery within internal drawers.

An antique sewing table serves effectively as a compact side table beside a armchair, within an entryway, or as an accent piece in a reading corner. Its internal storage makes it practical for organising modern domestic items while adding textural warmth.

Mahogany veneer furniture should be placed away from direct sunlight and modern heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage or veneer lifting. Regular dusting with a soft microfiber cloth and periodic application of a natural beeswax polish maintains the woods lustre.
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