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Pair of William IV Mahogany Side Chairs with Regency Stripe Upholstery, C.1830
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Pair of William IV Mahogany Side Chairs with Regency Stripe Upholstery, C.1830

19th century
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Description

Pair of William IV mahogany side chairs, c.1830, with flame mahogany backs and Regency stripe upholstery - Elegant, robust and full of period character

Why We Love Them … William IV furniture has that wonderful balance of Regency refinement and practical sturdiness - and this pair captures it perfectly. The flame mahogany backs bring richness and depth, while the robust frames have the reassuring solidity of true country‑house furniture.

They’re elegant enough for a dining room, yet strong and comfortable enough for everyday use - the kind of chairs you genuinely want to sit in at the end of a long day, tea and cake in hand.

At a Glance - Appeal, Desirability & Collectibility

• Date: Circa 1830

• Origin: England

• Style: William IV side chairs

• Materials: Mahogany; upholstered seats

• Dimensions (each): H: 84.8cm (33.4") | W: 50cm (19.7") | D: 53cm (20.9")

• Condition:

 • Good, solid overall condition

 • Beautiful colour and grain throughout

 • Minor loss to moulding detail on one leg (see photographs)

• Notable Details:

 • Flame mahogany seat backs

 • Heavy country‑house construction

 • Regency stripe upholstery

• Decorative Appeal:

 • A strong blend of elegance, comfort and durability

• Versatility:

 • Ideal for dining rooms, studies or occasional seating

• Collectibility:

 • Quality William IV seating remains consistently desirable

• Delivery is not included

Physical Dimensions
Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Whites Antiques has dated these William IV Side Chairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1223372
Dealers Internal Reference
CA009
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Description
Pair of William IV mahogany side chairs, c.
1830, with flame mahogany backs and Regency stripe upholstery - Elegant, robust and full of period character.
Whites Antiques

Why We Love Them … William IV furniture has that wonderful balance of Regency refinement and practical sturdiness - and this pair captures it perfectly. The flame mahogany backs bring richness and depth, while the robust frames have the reassuring solidity of true country‑house furniture.

fig 1. A pair of William IV mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails with relief carving, fluted front legs, and seats upholstered in green and gold striped fabric.
fig 1. Pair of William IV Mahogany Side Chairs with Regency Stripe Upholstery, C.1830

They’re elegant enough for a dining room, yet strong and comfortable enough for everyday use - the kind of chairs you genuinely want to sit in at the end of a long day, tea and cake in hand.

At a Glance - Appeal, Desirability & Collectibility

fig 2. A pair of William IV mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails with relief carving, fluted front legs, and seats upholstered in green and gold striped fabric.
fig 2. Pair of William IV Mahogany Side Chairs with Regency Stripe Upholstery, C.1830

• Date: Circa 1830

• Origin: England

• Style: William IV side chairs

• Materials: Mahogany; upholstered seats

• Dimensions (each): H: 84.8cm (33.4") | W: 50cm (19.7") | D: 53cm (20.9")

• Condition:

 • Good, solid overall condition

fig 3. A pair of William IV mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails with relief carving, fluted front legs, and seats upholstered in green and gold striped fabric.
fig 3. Pair of William IV Mahogany Side Chairs with Regency Stripe Upholstery, C.1830

 • Beautiful colour and grain throughout

 • Minor loss to moulding detail on one leg (see photographs)

• Notable Details:

 • Flame mahogany seat backs

 • Heavy country‑house construction

 • Regency stripe upholstery

fig 4. A pair of William IV mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails with relief carving, fluted front legs, and seats upholstered in green and gold striped fabric.
fig 4. Pair of William IV Mahogany Side Chairs with Regency Stripe Upholstery, C.1830

• Decorative Appeal:

 • A strong blend of elegance, comfort and durability

• Versatility:

 • Ideal for dining rooms, studies or occasional seating

• Collectibility:

 • Quality William IV seating remains consistently desirable

• Delivery is not included

Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Whites Antiques has dated these William IV Side Chairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1223372
Dealers Internal Ref
CA009
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Archive I A pair of William IV mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails with relief carving, fluted front legs, and seats upholstered in green and gold striped fabric.

Pair of William IV Mahogany Side Chairs with Regency Stripe Upholstery, c.1830

Archive II A pair of William IV mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails with relief carving, fluted front legs, and seats upholstered in green and gold striped fabric. View II
Archive III A pair of William IV mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails with relief carving, fluted front legs, and seats upholstered in green and gold striped fabric. View III
Archive IV A pair of William IV mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails with relief carving, fluted front legs, and seats upholstered in green and gold striped fabric. View IV
Archive V A pair of William IV mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails with relief carving, fluted front legs, and seats upholstered in green and gold striped fabric. View V
Archive VI A pair of William IV mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails with relief carving, fluted front legs, and seats upholstered in green and gold striped fabric. View VI
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Archive VIII A pair of William IV mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails with relief carving, fluted front legs, and seats upholstered in green and gold striped fabric. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of William IV mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails with relief carving, fluted front legs, and seats upholstered in green and gold striped fabric. View IX
Archive X A pair of William IV mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails with relief carving, fluted front legs, and seats upholstered in green and gold striped fabric. View X
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A pair of William IV mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails with relief carving, fluted front legs, and seats upholstered in green and gold striped fabric.
Pair of William IV Mahogany Side Chairs with Regency Stripe Upholstery, c.1830
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A pair of William IV mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails with relief carving, fluted front legs, and seats upholstered in green and gold striped fabric.
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Produced between 1830 and 1837, William IV furniture represents a transitional style bridging the refined elegance of the Regency era and the heavier ornamentation of the early Victorian period. Pieces often feature bold classical proportions, fluted turned legs, and rich timber veneers such as flame mahogany.

Chairs from this era were predominantly crafted from solid Cuban or West Indian mahogany, frequently accented with flame mahogany veneers on top rails. Frames were constructed using hand-cut mortise and tenon joints, while drop-in or fixed seats were traditionally stuffed with horsehair and upholstered in wool or silk brocades.

Authentic William IV chairs typically feature wide, curved top rails with detailed carved scrolls or anthemion motifs, coupled with reeded or fluted front legs. Rear legs are often gently splayed in a sabre form, and the timber exhibits natural patination, hand-planed underside surfaces, and traditional joinery.

A pair of mahogany side chairs can serve as accent seating in an entrance hall, flanking a console table, or placed alongside a contemporary writing desk. Combining classic dark wood frameworks with updated stripe or textured upholstery bridges the gap between historical character and modern aesthetics.

To preserve mahogany furniture, keep pieces away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber warping and fabric fading. Clean wood surfaces with a soft dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, buffing gently along the grain.
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