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Antique William IV Mahogany Writing Table
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Antique William IV Mahogany Writing Table

19th century
Sold 16 September 2026 · Marylebone Antiques
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A smart and extremely well made antique William IV mahogany writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1830-1850 period.

It is of superb quality and has a useful, compact design. The mahogany has a gorgeous colour tone and stunning grain patterns. The top has a thumb moulded edge, it stands on bold turned legs with platform bases and bun feet with brass casters. The drawer on the front opens smoothly and has very fine, hand cut dovetailed joints. The back of the desk has a dummy drawer so this looks identical back and front.

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age.

Width – 36 inches , 92 cm

Depth – 24 inches , 61 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 25 inches , 65 cm

Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this William IV Writing Table to the 1850s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Reference Numbers
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SA1219510
Dealers Internal Reference
12842
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Description
A smart and extremely well made antique William IV mahogany writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1830-1850 period.

It is of superb quality and has a useful, compact design. The mahogany has a gorgeous colour tone and stunning grain patterns.

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The top has a thumb moulded edge, it stands on bold turned legs with platform bases and bun feet with brass casters.
Marylebone Antiques

The drawer on the front opens smoothly and has very fine, hand cut dovetailed joints. The back of the desk has a dummy drawer so this looks identical back and front.

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age.

Width – 36 inches , 92 cm

Depth – 24 inches , 61 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 25 inches , 65 cm

Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this William IV Writing Table to the 1850s.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1219510
Dealers Internal Ref
12842
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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A William IV mahogany writing table featuring twin frieze drawers with turned wooden handles, raised on turned column supports and sledge feet. SOLD16 SEP 26
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Archive I A William IV mahogany writing table featuring twin frieze drawers with turned wooden handles, raised on turned column supports and sledge feet. SOLD16 SEP 26

Antique William IV Mahogany Writing Table

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A William IV mahogany writing table featuring twin frieze drawers with turned wooden handles, raised on turned column supports and sledge feet.
Antique William IV Mahogany Writing Table
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A William IV mahogany writing table featuring twin frieze drawers with turned wooden handles, raised on turned column supports and sledge feet.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned column supports, Sledge feet, Wooden knob handles, Frieze drawers
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 92 cm (36 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

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William IV furniture, dating from 1830 to 1837, bridges the transition between classical Regency elegance and heavier Victorian forms. It is characterised by robust turnings, bold carved details, prominent scrollwork, and rich wood veneers.

Craftsmen primarily used fine timber like mahogany, rosewood, and oak. Drawers typically featured solid pine or oak linings with hand-cut dovetail joints, brass or wooden knob handles, and high-quality beeswax or French polish finishes.

Authentic pieces feature substantial turned or carved end column supports, heavy sledge bases, original hand-cut joinery inside frieze drawers, and rich flame mahogany veneers consistent with 1830s cabinetmaking techniques.

Position the table in a home office, library, or hallway alongside clean-lined modern seating or crisp neutral walls to allow the warm wood tone and historical silhouette to serve as a focal point.

Dust regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish twice a year to maintain the luster. Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and central heating radiators to prevent drying and wood movement.
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