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A William 4th Four Door Mahogany Breakfront Wardrobe C1830
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A William 4th Four Door Mahogany Breakfront Wardrobe C1830

19th century
Sold 27 January 2026 · Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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A William 4th four door Mahogany breakfront wardrobe and dating from around 1830. This original wardrobe has a flared moulded cornice with a wide lip underneath. The breakfront centre has two doors, each has a raised arched top panel and a key. Inside are four removable slide trays with a hanging rail above. Under these are three long graduating drawers all of which are Oak lined with original knob handles. The doors to each end are the same with hanging rails and shoe rails inside. All doors have keys and the wardrobe stands on a plinth base. It is made from fiddle back mahogany.

The wardrobe separates into 8 pieces for ease of movement.

Measures: Height: 81" x Depth: 23" x Internal Depth to Centre: 20.5" x Internal Depth to Ends: 18" x Width: 103"

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the and character of the period. Our furniture is and using traditional waxing methods. WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME 07884377373

Physical Dimensions
Height
206cm (81.10")
Width
261.5cm (102.95")
Depth
58.5cm (23.03")
Declaration

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this William IV Mahogany Wardrobe to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1187998
Dealers Internal Reference
W3853/4.1
Dealers Notes

FULL REFUND GUARANTEE

WE FULL UNDERSTAND THAT BUYING ON THE INTERNET CAN BE A DAUNTING EXPERIENCE AND FOR THIS REASON WE ARE MORE THAN HAPPY FOR YOU TO HAVE A PIECE DELIVERED TO YOUR HOME AND IF FOR ANY REASON YOU ARE UNHAPPY WITH IT ON ARRIVAL we will give a full refund on any item, provided you let us know within 7 days of delivery and provided the item is returned to us in its original condition. (You will only need to pay for the courier charges for delivery and return).

Where we offer 'free delivery' we will include this in the refund and therefore you would only need to pay the return courier fee.

UNDER THE DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO RETURN YOUR ITEM WITHIN 7 DAYS FROM THE DAY AFTER RECEIPT OF DELIVERY

WE SELL QUALITY ANTIQUE FURNITURE AT TRADE PRICES

MIKE & MARIA AT

CASTLEFORGE ANTIQUES LTD

PLEASE CALL FOR A CHAT AND TO DISCUSS ANY REQUIREMENTS OR QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE.

01423 561334/07884 377373

Description
A William 4th four door Mahogany breakfront wardrobe and dating from around 1830. This original wardrobe has a flared moulded cornice with a wide lip underneath. The breakfront centre has two doors, each has a raised arched top panel and a key. Inside are four removable slide trays with a hanging rail above. Under these are three long graduating drawers all of which are Oak lined with original knob handles. The doors to each end are the same with hanging rails and shoe rails inside. All doors have keys and the wardrobe stands on a plinth base. It is made from fiddle back mahogany.
fig 1. A large four-door breakfront mahogany wardrobe with figured grain panels and a stepped cornice.
fig 1. A William 4th Four Door Mahogany Breakfront Wardrobe C1830

The wardrobe separates into 8 pieces for ease of movement.

Measures: Height: 81" x Depth: 23" x Internal Depth to Centre: 20.5" x Internal Depth to Ends: 18" x Width: 103"

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the and character of the period. Our furniture is and using traditional waxing methods. WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

fig 2. A large four-door breakfront mahogany wardrobe with figured grain panels and a stepped cornice.
fig 2. A William 4th Four Door Mahogany Breakfront Wardrobe C1830

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

“
WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES.
Castleforge Antiques Ltd

VISITORS WELCOME 07884377373

Height
206cm (81.10")
Width
261.5cm (102.95")
Depth
58.5cm (23.03")
Date of Manufacture

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this William IV Mahogany Wardrobe to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1187998
Dealers Internal Ref
W3853/4.1
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2008
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Castleforge Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07884 377373
Location
Four lane Ends Farm
Skipton Rd (A59)
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 2BX
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/castleforge
Verified Since Jul 2008
Items For Sale 184
Items Sold 6,458
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Verified Since Jul 2008
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Location: Four lane Ends Farm, Skipton Rd (A59), Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 2BX
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A large four-door breakfront mahogany wardrobe with figured grain panels and a stepped cornice.
A WILLIAM 4th FOUR DOOR MAHOGANY BREAKFRONT WARDROBE C1830
Ref: SA1187998
A large four-door breakfront mahogany wardrobe with figured grain panels and a stepped cornice.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWardrobes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsBreakfront configuration, Flame mahogany veneer, Stepped cornice, Panelled doors
  • SizeH 206 cm (81 in) x W 261.5 cm (103 in) x D 58.5 cm (23 in)

FAQs

The William IV style spans the 1830s, bridging the Regency period and early Victorian eras, characterised by heavy, solid proportions and a revival of classical architectural motifs.

Cabinet makers predominantly used solid mahogany and pine carcasses, frequently applying highly figured flame mahogany veneers to the primary door panels for visual depth.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints in the internal drawers, historical timber shrinkage, secondary woods like oak or pine at the back, and traditional French polish finishes.

A substantial heritage piece acts as a focal architectural anchor in a high-ceilinged bedroom, contrasting effectively against minimalist white walls and contemporary lighting.

Maintain stable relative humidity and consistent room temperatures to prevent veneer splitting, applying natural beeswax periodically while avoiding synthetic silicon-based polishes.
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