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William IV Mahogany Library Chair with Bergère Caning
Hingstons of Wilton
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William IV Mahogany Library Chair with Bergère Caning

19th century
Description

William IV mahogany library chair with bergère caning

This elegant William IV mahogany library chair with bergère caning is a superb example of early 19th-century English design. Crafted from richly toned mahogany, the chair features a beautifully shaped curved back, seamlessly flowing into finely carved scroll arms and panelled sides. The original bergère cane work enhances both comfort and aesthetic appeal, offering lightness and refinement characteristic of the William IV period.

The chair stands on carved tulip front legs terminating in brass castors, with gently splayed back legs that complete its graceful silhouette. Fitted with a plush, fine leather upholstered seat and back cushions for added comfort, this piece is ideal for use as a library chair, reading chair, or an elegant accent in any period or contemporary interior.

A desirable and well-proportioned antique that combines comfort, craftsmanship, and desirable William IV design.

Key Features

Authentic William IV mahogany library chair

Original bergère caning to back and sides

Carved scroll arms and refined curved profile

Plush upholstered seat and back cushion

Carved tulip front legs with original brass cup castors

Warm mahogany patina with classic 19th-century styling

Ideal as a library, reading, or accent chair

Dimensions

Width: 56 cm (22 ins)

Depth: 64 cm (25 ins)

Height: 94 cm (37 ins)

Seat width: 47 cm (18 ½ ins)

Seat depth: 55 cm (21 ½ ins)

“There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man’s lawful prey.”

Delivery

UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with. William IV mahogany library chair with bergère caning is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Guarantee

This William IV mahogany library chair with bergère caning carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the

best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Hingstons Distance selling policy.

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

Items remain on sale until payment is

Physical Dimensions
Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
64cm (25.20")
Declaration

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this William IV Library Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1188591
Dealers Notes

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please take into account the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before making a decision if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique that has to meet the criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Beware of cheaper imitations.

DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd are covered under the Distance Selling Regulations, which give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 7 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less RETURN transport costs.

Description
William IV mahogany library chair with bergère caning
This elegant William IV mahogany library chair with bergère caning is a superb example of early 19th-century English design.
Hingstons of Wilton

Crafted from richly toned mahogany, the chair features a beautifully shaped curved back, seamlessly flowing into finely carved scroll arms and panelled sides. The original bergère cane work enhances both comfort and aesthetic appeal, offering lightness and refinement characteristic of the William IV period.

fig 1. A William IV mahogany library armchair with woven cane sides, turned front legs on brass castors, and leather back and seat cushions.
fig 1. William IV Mahogany Library Chair with Bergère Caning

The chair stands on carved tulip front legs terminating in brass castors, with gently splayed back legs that complete its graceful silhouette. Fitted with a plush, fine leather upholstered seat and back cushions for added comfort, this piece is ideal for use as a library chair, reading chair, or an elegant accent in any period or contemporary interior.

fig 2. A William IV mahogany library armchair with woven cane sides, turned front legs on brass castors, and leather back and seat cushions.
fig 2. William IV Mahogany Library Chair with Bergère Caning

A desirable and well-proportioned antique that combines comfort, craftsmanship, and desirable William IV design.

Key Features

Authentic William IV mahogany library chair

Original bergère caning to back and sides

fig 3. A William IV mahogany library armchair with woven cane sides, turned front legs on brass castors, and leather back and seat cushions.
fig 3. William IV Mahogany Library Chair with Bergère Caning

Carved scroll arms and refined curved profile

Plush upholstered seat and back cushion

Carved tulip front legs with original brass cup castors

Warm mahogany patina with classic 19th-century styling

Ideal as a library, reading, or accent chair

fig 4. A William IV mahogany library armchair with woven cane sides, turned front legs on brass castors, and leather back and seat cushions.
fig 4. William IV Mahogany Library Chair with Bergère Caning

Dimensions

Width: 56 cm (22 ins)

Depth: 64 cm (25 ins)

Height: 94 cm (37 ins)

Seat width: 47 cm (18 ½ ins)

Seat depth: 55 cm (21 ½ ins)

“There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man’s lawful prey.”

fig 5. A William IV mahogany library armchair with woven cane sides, turned front legs on brass castors, and leather back and seat cushions.
fig 5. William IV Mahogany Library Chair with Bergère Caning

Delivery

UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

fig 6. A William IV mahogany library armchair with woven cane sides, turned front legs on brass castors, and leather back and seat cushions.
fig 6. William IV Mahogany Library Chair with Bergère Caning

On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with. William IV mahogany library chair with bergère caning is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.

fig 7. A William IV mahogany library armchair with woven cane sides, turned front legs on brass castors, and leather back and seat cushions.
fig 7. William IV Mahogany Library Chair with Bergère Caning

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Guarantee

This William IV mahogany library chair with bergère caning carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the

fig 8. A William IV mahogany library armchair with woven cane sides, turned front legs on brass castors, and leather back and seat cushions.
fig 8. William IV Mahogany Library Chair with Bergère Caning

best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.

fig 9. A William IV mahogany library armchair with woven cane sides, turned front legs on brass castors, and leather back and seat cushions.
fig 9. William IV Mahogany Library Chair with Bergère Caning

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

fig 10. A William IV mahogany library armchair with woven cane sides, turned front legs on brass castors, and leather back and seat cushions.
fig 10. William IV Mahogany Library Chair with Bergère Caning

Hingstons Distance selling policy.

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

fig 11. A William IV mahogany library armchair with woven cane sides, turned front legs on brass castors, and leather back and seat cushions.
fig 11. William IV Mahogany Library Chair with Bergère Caning

Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

Items remain on sale until payment is

Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
64cm (25.20")
Date of Manufacture

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this William IV Library Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1188591
Hingstons of Wilton
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2010
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Hingstons of Wilton Profile Page

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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Produced during the reign of King William IV from 1830 to 1837, this design style acts as a transition between Regency elegance and early Victorian solidity. It features bold curves, turned legs, rich mahogany timbers, and carved architectural details.

These chairs typically combine dense hardwoods such as mahogany or rosewood with woven cane panels and fitted leather or fabric upholstery. The timber frames rely on mortise and tenon joinery to provide structural durability.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-woven cane tied through individual holes drilled into the frame rather than pre-woven mesh inserted into a groove. Additional indicators include turned front legs, original brass castors, and hand-cut timber joinery.

Position the armchair in an office nook, beside a fireplace, or alongside a simple modern side table. The combination of dark timber, aged leather, and woven cane creates visual texture against neutral minimalist backdrops.

Keep the chair away from direct heat sources and harsh sunlight to prevent timber movement and leather desiccation. Wipe the woven cane periodically with a slightly damp cloth to preserve moisture content, and treat the leather with specialist wax paste.
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