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A William IV Mahogany Serving Table
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
for sale €14,040     $15,240
£12,000
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A William IV Mahogany Serving Table

18th century
Description

Of bold and architectural proportion, the rectangular reverse breakfront top of well-figured mahogany, above a carved frieze of stiff-leaf foliage. The table is raised on a pair of powerful tapering front legs and trapezoidal rear supports, each superbly carved in high relief with cascading clasped acanthus leaves over boldly carved waterleaf mouldings, all resting on squared plinths.

English, circa 1835

Tables of this type were typically produced for the dining or reception rooms of grand English houses, where they served both decorative and functional purposes, often as sideboards, pier tables, or console forms used for serving.

Currently in unrestored original condition, please contact us for further information.

Physical Dimensions
Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
238cm (93.70")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Declaration

Butchoff Antiques Ltd. has dated this William IV Mahogany Serving Table to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1161546
Dealers Internal Reference
8569
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This item is currently in its original, unrestored condition. Please contact us for further information.

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Description
Of bold and architectural proportion, the rectangular reverse breakfront top of well-figured mahogany, above a carved frieze of stiff-leaf foliage. The table is raised on a pair of powerful tapering front legs and trapezoidal rear supports, each superbly carved in high relief with cascading clasped acanthus leaves over boldly carved waterleaf mouldings, all resting on squared plinths.
fig 1. A William IV mahogany serving table featuring a rectangular top, gadrooned edge trimming, and acanthus leaf carved column supports on plinth bases.
fig 1. A William IV Mahogany Serving Table

English, circa 1835

Tables of this type were typically produced for the dining or reception rooms of grand English houses, where they served both decorative and functional purposes, often as sideboards, pier tables, or console forms used for serving.

Currently in unrestored original condition, please contact us for further information.

Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
238cm (93.70")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Date of Manufacture

Butchoff Antiques Ltd. has dated this William IV Mahogany Serving Table to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1161546
Dealers Internal Ref
8569
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2016

18th and 18th century english, french & italian furniture & decorative arts

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Archive I A William IV mahogany serving table featuring a rectangular top, gadrooned edge trimming, and acanthus leaf carved column supports on plinth bases.

A William IV Mahogany Serving Table

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Archive III A William IV mahogany serving table featuring a rectangular top, gadrooned edge trimming, and acanthus leaf carved column supports on plinth bases. View III
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Butchoff Antiques Ltd.

Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 020 7221 8174 or 07974 575 554
Location
154 Kensington Church Street
London
W8 4BN
United Kingdom
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Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
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A William IV mahogany serving table featuring a rectangular top, gadrooned edge trimming, and acanthus leaf carved column supports on plinth bases.
A William IV Mahogany Serving Table
Ref: SA1161546
A William IV mahogany serving table featuring a rectangular top, gadrooned edge trimming, and acanthus leaf carved column supports on plinth bases.
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The William IV period, spanning roughly 1830 to 1837, bridged the elegance of the Regency era and the heavier proportions of early Victorian design. Furniture from this period is recognised for robust, sculptural forms, deep relief carvings such as acanthus leaves and lotus motifs, and the prominent use of rich mahogany.

Primary construction relied heavily on dense West Indian or South American mahogany, favoured for its rich grain and structural stability. Secondary woods like pine or oak were used for internal drawer linings and structural framing, while hand-carved decorative elements adorned the pillars and friezes.

Authentic pieces feature heavy, solid timber construction, original hand-carved detail with subtle variations, and traditional joinery such as hand-cut dovetails. Look for natural age-related patination, historic timber shrinkage along wide tops, and period-correct plinth bases.

A substantial serving table functions well as an entryway console or a focal sideboard in a modern dining room. Pairing the dark timber with contemporary artwork, clean ceramic vessels, or modern table lamps creates an engaging contrast between classical architecture and minimalist decor.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish once or twice a year to maintain the luster. Keep the furniture away from direct sunlight, radiators, and air vents to prevent timber shrinkage, warping, or fading of the natural finish.
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