What are the key characteristics of William and Mary style furniture?

Emerging in the late 17th century, William and Mary style furniture is defined by lightened proportions, baroque influence, intricate wood veneers such as walnut, brass drop handles, turned legs, and decorative stretchers.

What materials were traditionally used in William and Mary furniture?

Craftsmen typically utilised walnut, fruitwoods, and oak, often featuring figured walnut veneers, feather banding, hand-dovetailed drawer joints, and engraved brass backplates with teardrop or drop-loop handles.

How can you identify authentic 19th-century William and Mary style pieces?

Authentic pieces display hand-cut joinery, hand-sawn timber marks, natural patination around brassware, and characteristic turned legs connected by flat or serpentine stretchers.

How do you style a William and Mary style chest of drawers in a modern interior?

Pair the warm wood tones and ornate brassware with neutral painted walls, minimalist ceramics, or contemporary artwork to create a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern design.

How should an antique walnut chest of drawers be cared for and preserved?

Maintain a stable environment away from direct sunlight and heat sources, clean surfaces with a soft dry cloth, and apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year to preserve the original patina.

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Antique 19th Century William and Mary Style Chest of Drawers

Name: Antique 19th Century William and Mary Style Chest of Drawers
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1232270
Price: 1495 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by ActFurniture LTD

Description

Antique 19th century William and Mary style chest of drawers, a handsome and characterful piece displaying the distinctive design influences associated with William and Mary furniture.

Well made and of good quality, this attractive chest combines practical storage with elegant period-inspired detailing.

The chest features two generously sized drawers to the front, both fitted with decorative brass handles and providing useful storage for a variety of household items.

Raised on beautifully turned legs united by supporting stretchers, the piece has a distinctive and well-balanced appearance that complements its traditional styling.

The timber displays gorgeous natural grain and a rich, warm colour throughout, adding plenty of depth and character. Its unusual proportions, decorative fittings and elegant turned supports make it a particularly desirable example.

Presented in good condition, this charming William and Mary style chest of drawers would make a perfect addition to any home.

Product Reference : AF - 6301

Measurements : 97cm Width x 45cm Depth x 84.5cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Physical Dimensions

Height

84.5cm (33.27")

Width

97cm (38.19")

Depth

45cm (17.72")

Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this William and Mary Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1232270

Dealers Internal Reference

AF-6301

Description

Antique 19th century William and Mary style chest of drawers, a handsome and characterful piece displaying the distinctive design influences associated with William and Mary furniture.

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Well made and of good quality, this attractive chest combines practical storage with elegant period-inspired detailing.

ActFurniture LTD

fig 1. An antique 19th-century William and Mary style walnut chest of drawers featuring two deep drawers with ornate brass drop handles, raised on turned legs connected by a wavy stretcher base. — fig 1. Antique 19th Century William and Mary Style Chest of Drawers

The chest features two generously sized drawers to the front, both fitted with decorative brass handles and providing useful storage for a variety of household items.

Raised on beautifully turned legs united by supporting stretchers, the piece has a distinctive and well-balanced appearance that complements its traditional styling.

fig 2. An antique 19th-century William and Mary style walnut chest of drawers featuring two deep drawers with ornate brass drop handles, raised on turned legs connected by a wavy stretcher base. — fig 2. Antique 19th Century William and Mary Style Chest of Drawers

The timber displays gorgeous natural grain and a rich, warm colour throughout, adding plenty of depth and character. Its unusual proportions, decorative fittings and elegant turned supports make it a particularly desirable example.

fig 3. An antique 19th-century William and Mary style walnut chest of drawers featuring two deep drawers with ornate brass drop handles, raised on turned legs connected by a wavy stretcher base. — fig 3. Antique 19th Century William and Mary Style Chest of Drawers

Presented in good condition, this charming William and Mary style chest of drawers would make a perfect addition to any home.

Product Reference : AF - 6301

Measurements : 97cm Width x 45cm Depth x 84.5cm Height

fig 4. An antique 19th-century William and Mary style walnut chest of drawers featuring two deep drawers with ornate brass drop handles, raised on turned legs connected by a wavy stretcher base. — fig 4. Antique 19th Century William and Mary Style Chest of Drawers

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 5. An antique 19th-century William and Mary style walnut chest of drawers featuring two deep drawers with ornate brass drop handles, raised on turned legs connected by a wavy stretcher base. — fig 5. Antique 19th Century William and Mary Style Chest of Drawers

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 6. An antique 19th-century William and Mary style walnut chest of drawers featuring two deep drawers with ornate brass drop handles, raised on turned legs connected by a wavy stretcher base. — fig 6. Antique 19th Century William and Mary Style Chest of Drawers

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 7. An antique 19th-century William and Mary style walnut chest of drawers featuring two deep drawers with ornate brass drop handles, raised on turned legs connected by a wavy stretcher base. — fig 7. Antique 19th Century William and Mary Style Chest of Drawers

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.