Search 0
21,897  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 14 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
14 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1208761
FOR SALE
£1,850
Email
Save
George IV Figured Mahogany Large Pelmet / Overdoor
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
for sale €2,165     $2,350
£1,850
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd

Gary Wright Antiques Ltd

Sellingantiques Verified Since Nov 2011
View Dealers Stock Page
  • About Us
    Specialists in c18th & c19th furniture and objects
Relevant Links
Id #SA1208761
PDF SHARE
SAVE

George IV Figured Mahogany Large Pelmet / Overdoor

19th century
Description

Impressive George IV figured mahogany large pelmet / overdoor; strong proportions giving major gravitas; the cylindrical top rail above the substantial concave shaped body in striking figured mahogany of a book matched design; flanked by bold, well carved finials of acanthus leaves above a bunch of grapes. The underside having a shallow baton for fixings. Fabulous rich colour and patina.

English circa 1830

Very good condition

Dimensions (ins) 88.5 wide x 12 high x 6 deep

Physical Dimensions
Height
30.5cm (12.01")
Width
224.8cm (88.50")
Depth
15.2cm (5.98")
Declaration

Gary Wright Antiques Ltd has dated this George IV Mahogany Pelmet to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1208761
Dealers Internal Reference
R1261
Dealers Notes

All prices exclude shipping costs

-

Scroll down to link to our website for lots more stock and trade items www.garywrightantiques.co.uk

-

Description
Impressive George IV figured mahogany large pelmet / overdoor; strong proportions giving major gravitas; the cylindrical top rail above the substantial concave shaped body in striking figured mahogany of a book matched design; flanked by bold, well carved finials of acanthus leaves above a bunch of grapes. The underside having a shallow baton for fixings. Fabulous rich colour and patina.

English circa 1830

Very good condition

Dimensions (ins) 88.5 wide x 12 high x 6 deep

Height
30.5cm (12.01")
Width
224.8cm (88.50")
Depth
15.2cm (5.98")
Date of Manufacture

Gary Wright Antiques Ltd has dated this George IV Mahogany Pelmet to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1208761
Dealers Internal Ref
R1261
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2011

Specialists in c18th & c19th furniture and objects

Dealer Profile

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

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A long George IV figured mahogany pelmet featuring carved acanthus leaves and grape cluster finials at either end.
1 / 13
Archive I A long George IV figured mahogany pelmet featuring carved acanthus leaves and grape cluster finials at either end.

George IV Figured Mahogany Large Pelmet / Overdoor

Archive II A long George IV figured mahogany pelmet featuring carved acanthus leaves and grape cluster finials at either end. View II
Archive III A long George IV figured mahogany pelmet featuring carved acanthus leaves and grape cluster finials at either end. View III
Archive IV A long George IV figured mahogany pelmet featuring carved acanthus leaves and grape cluster finials at either end. View IV
Archive V A long George IV figured mahogany pelmet featuring carved acanthus leaves and grape cluster finials at either end. View V
Archive VI A long George IV figured mahogany pelmet featuring carved acanthus leaves and grape cluster finials at either end. View VI
Archive VII A long George IV figured mahogany pelmet featuring carved acanthus leaves and grape cluster finials at either end. View VII
Archive VIII A long George IV figured mahogany pelmet featuring carved acanthus leaves and grape cluster finials at either end. View VIII
Archive IX A long George IV figured mahogany pelmet featuring carved acanthus leaves and grape cluster finials at either end. View IX
Archive X A long George IV figured mahogany pelmet featuring carved acanthus leaves and grape cluster finials at either end. View X
Archive XI A long George IV figured mahogany pelmet featuring carved acanthus leaves and grape cluster finials at either end. View XI
Archive XII A long George IV figured mahogany pelmet featuring carved acanthus leaves and grape cluster finials at either end. View XII
Archive XIII A long George IV figured mahogany pelmet featuring carved acanthus leaves and grape cluster finials at either end. View XIII
Enlarged Archival View
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd

Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07831 653843
Location
5 Fosseway Business Park
Stratford Road
Moreton-in-Marsh
Gloucestershire
GL56 9NQ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/garywright
Verified Since Nov 2011
Items For Sale 355
Items Sold 460
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
Verified Since Nov 2011
View Dealer Info
Location: 5 Fosseway Business Park, Stratford Road, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, GL56 9NQ, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/garywright
Verified
Nov 2011
For Sale
355
Sold
460
A long George IV figured mahogany pelmet featuring carved acanthus leaves and grape cluster finials at either end.
George IV figured mahogany large pelmet / overdoor
Ref: SA1208761
A long George IV figured mahogany pelmet featuring carved acanthus leaves and grape cluster finials at either end.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Detail View 8
Detail View 9
Detail View 10
Detail View 11
Detail View 12
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

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.

FAQs

During the George IV and Regency eras, decorative pelmets were designed to conceal curtain rods while enhancing the grand proportions of high-ceilinged interiors. Crafted from prized hardwoods like mahogany, these architectural fittings reflected the Classical Revival styles favoured in early 19th-century British homes.

19th-century pelmets were primarily constructed from solid pine or oak frames covered with decorative mahogany, rosewood, or walnut veneers. Hand-carved decorative elements, such as acanthus leaves and botanical motifs, were often fashioned from solid timber and attached to the main structure.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut joinery, rich natural oxidisation on the timber, and flame or figured mahogany veneers applied with animal glue. Carvings from this period show subtle hand-tool marks and period-correct motifs such as acanthus leaves, grapes, and anthemion scrolls.

Interior designers frequently position antique pelmets over modern tailored drapery to introduce historical character to a room. Alternatively, these decorative carved timber structures can be mounted directly above doorways or headboards as standalone architectural wall art.

Maintain mahogany pelmets by dusting regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth along the grain of the wood. Preserve the original finish by applying a high-quality beeswax paste once or twice a year, avoiding modern chemical sprays and direct exposure to damp or heat sources.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories