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Antique William IV Mahogany Writing Table
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Antique William IV Mahogany Writing Table

19th century
Sold 21 November 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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A smart and extremely well made antique William IV mahogany writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1830-1850 period.

It is of superb quality and has a useful, compact design. The mahogany has a gorgeous colour tone and stunning grain patterns. The top has a thumb moulded edge, it stands on bold turned legs with platform bases and bun feet with brass casters. The drawer on the front opens smoothly and has very fine, hand cut dovetailed joints. The back of the desk has a dummy drawer so this looks identical back and front.

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age.

Width – 36 inches , 92 cm

Depth – 24 inches , 61 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 25 inches , 65 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this William IV Mahogany Writing Table to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1131313
Dealers Internal Reference
10134
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Description
A smart and extremely well made antique William IV mahogany writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1830-1850 period.

It is of superb quality and has a useful, compact design. The mahogany has a gorgeous colour tone and stunning grain patterns.

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The top has a thumb moulded edge, it stands on bold turned legs with platform bases and bun feet with brass casters.
Marylebone Antiques

The drawer on the front opens smoothly and has very fine, hand cut dovetailed joints. The back of the desk has a dummy drawer so this looks identical back and front.

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age.

Width – 36 inches , 92 cm

Depth – 24 inches , 61 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 25 inches , 65 cm

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this William IV Mahogany Writing Table to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1131313
Dealers Internal Ref
10134
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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Archive I An antique William IV mahogany writing table featuring turned legs on castors and three drawers with wooden knob handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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An antique William IV mahogany writing table featuring turned legs on castors and three drawers with wooden knob handles.
Antique William IV Mahogany Writing Table
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An antique William IV mahogany writing table featuring turned legs on castors and three drawers with wooden knob handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWriting Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Drawer bank, Stretcher base, Wooden knob handles
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 92 cm (36 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

FAQs

William IV furniture, produced in Britain during the 1830s, acts as a transitional phase between Regency styles and early Victorian design, characterised by robust proportions, classical motifs, and heavy turned supports.

Cabinet makers typically utilised solid or veneered mahogany, often sourced from Honduras or Cuba, complemented by secondary structural timbers such as pine or oak for drawer linings.

Authenticity is determined by examining hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawers, traditional timber shrinkage, the presence of original brass or wooden castors, and patination consistent with age.

Placing a period wooden table against a neutral wall or pairing it with minimalist seating creates a striking contrast that highlights the rich grain and craftsmanship without overwhelming the room.

Maintenance requires keeping the timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and occasionally applying traditional beeswax to nourish the finish.
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