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Antique William IV Mahogany Torchere C.1830
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Antique William IV Mahogany Torchere C.1830

19th century
Description

A William IV mahogany torchere with the circular candle plate raised on a fluted column above a tripod base with incised decoration to the feet and a central turned pendant finial.

The underside of the candle plate bears a hand-carved inscription dated 1833, aligning closely with the form and decorative language of the stand.

Very good antique condition with light surface wear consistent with age. Structurally sound, clean and ready to place.

English, circa 1830.

H: 110.5 cm

Top diameter: 29.5 cm

Top surface diameter: 26.5 cm

Footprint width at the legs: 46 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
110.5cm (43.50")
Width
29.5cm (11.61")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

Founders Antiques has dated this William IV Mahogany Torchere to the 1800s.

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SA1193923
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3594
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A William IV mahogany torchere with the circular candle plate raised on a fluted column above a tripod base with incised decoration to the feet and a central turned pendant finial.
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The underside of the candle plate bears a hand-carved inscription dated 1833, aligning closely with the form and decorative language of the stand.
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fig 1. A dark mahogany William IV torchere stand featuring a fluted column shaft resting on a turned tripod base.
fig 1. Antique William IV Mahogany Torchere C.1830

Very good antique condition with light surface wear consistent with age. Structurally sound, clean and ready to place.

English, circa 1830.

H: 110.5 cm

Top diameter: 29.5 cm

Top surface diameter: 26.5 cm

Footprint width at the legs: 46 cm

Height
110.5cm (43.50")
Width
29.5cm (11.61")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Founders Antiques has dated this William IV Mahogany Torchere to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1193923
Dealers Internal Ref
3594
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A dark mahogany William IV torchere stand featuring a fluted column shaft resting on a turned tripod base.
Antique William IV Mahogany Torchere c.1830
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A William IV torchere is a tall, slender accent stand produced in Britain between 1830 and 1837. Designed primarily to elevate candlesticks, oil lamps, or decorative urns, these pieces feature heavy classical proportions, fluted columns, and carved tripod bases characteristic of the period.

High-grade dense mahogany, often imported from the West Indies or South America, was the primary timber used for British torcheres during this era. Construction involved hand-turned columns, carved detailing, and joinery secured with traditional animal hide glues.

Authentic William IV pieces display hand-carved decorative motifs such as acanthus leaves or reeding, solid mahogany timber with natural oxidisation, and hand-cut joinery beneath the top and base. The underside often shows natural timber shrinkage and historic hand-tool marks.

A torchere serves as an elevated platform for trailing house plants, modern sculptures, or table lamps in unused corners and entrance hallways. The dark wood tone contrasts effectively against modern neutral walls, adding architectural height to a room layout.

Dust the wood regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish once or twice a year to maintain the timber patination. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to prevent warping, cracking, or uneven fading.
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