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Outstanding Quality Antique William IV Mahogany Serpentine Shaped Wine Cooler/cellarette
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Outstanding Quality Antique William IV Mahogany Serpentine Shaped Wine Cooler/cellarette

19th century
Sold 11 September 2025 · London City Antiques
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Outstanding quality antique William IV mahogany serpentine shaped wine cooler/cellarette having a magnificent quality fiddleback mahogany serpentine shaped stepped lift up lid opening to reveal a storage compartment and a fantastic quality serpentine shaped cellarette with carved maiden figureheads and carved scrolls raised on a plinth base.

A truly stunning example of the highest quality, the outstanding craftsmanship is evident throughout this statement piece. In fantastic original condition.

H 53cm

W 84cm

D 60cm

Date 1830

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this William IV Wine Cooler to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
53cm (20.87")
Width
84cm (33.07")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1129973
Dealers Internal Reference
163C
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Outstanding quality antique William IV mahogany serpentine shaped wine cooler/cellarette having a magnificent quality fiddleback mahogany serpentine shaped stepped lift up lid opening to reveal a storage compartment and a fantastic quality serpentine shaped cellarette with carved maiden figureheads and carved scrolls raised on a plinth base.
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A truly stunning example of the highest quality, the outstanding craftsmanship is evident throughout this statement piece.
London City Antiques

In fantastic original condition.

H 53cm

W 84cm

D 60cm

Date 1830

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this William IV Wine Cooler to the 19th Century.

Height
53cm (20.87")
Width
84cm (33.07")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1129973
Dealers Internal Ref
163C
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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A dark mahogany William IV serpentine-shaped wine cooler with carved scrollwork and a stepped lid.
Outstanding Quality Antique William IV Mahogany Serpentine Shaped Wine Cooler/Cellarette
Ref: SA1129973
A dark mahogany William IV serpentine-shaped wine cooler with carved scrollwork and a stepped lid.
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  • ObjectCellarettes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSerpentine front, Carved scroll brackets, Stepped lid, Keyhole escutcheon
  • SizeH 53 cm (21 in) x W 84 cm (33 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

FAQs

The William IV style spans the 1830s, bridging late Regency and early Victorian aesthetics characterised by heavy, robust proportions, scrolling foliage, and classical revival motifs.

Cellarettes were typically constructed from dense tropical hardwoods like mahogany, featuring hand-carved decorative elements, dovetail joints, and fitted interior compartments lined with metal or lead to hold ice and bottles.

Authentication involves examining timber patination, hand-cut joinery, secondary woods in hidden areas, original brass or iron hardware, and period-appropriate carving techniques free from modern machine marks.

This piece works effectively as a statement coffee table substitute, a decorative storage chest in a living room, or as a traditional drinks display piece in a formal dining space.

Maintain stable relative humidity levels, keep timber away from direct heat sources and sunlight, and periodically nourish the wood with traditional beeswax rather than modern silicone polishes.
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