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Antique William IV Period Compactum Wardrobe

19th century
Sold 23 September 2026 · Marylebone Antiques
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A superb antique William IV period compactum wardrobe in mahogany. This was made in England & dates from around the 1830-1840’s period.

This is of amazing quality and is a most impressive piece. There are two tall sentry box style hanging compartments on either side of a large bank of generous drawers. The flame mahogany panelled doors have beautifully carved baluster rails going down the sides, with incredibly fine details. This sits on an inverted breakfront plinth base and the top has a beautifully moulded cornice. The central bank of drawers are adorned with a stunning shell carved pediment.

The mahogany has a gorgeous rich colour tone and wonderful grain patterns. We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age. There are various small marks and indentations here and there under the polish, commensurate for age.

This breaks down into six smaller sections for ease of transport, when assembled this is a very large item with lots of storage space for clothes.

Width – 88 inches , 222 cm

Depth – 24 inches , 61 cm

Height – 91 inches , 230 cm

Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this William IV Compactum Wardrobe to the 1800s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
230cm (90.55")
Width
222cm (87.40")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Reference Numbers
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SA1233601
Dealers Internal Reference
13437
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A superb antique William IV period compactum wardrobe in mahogany. This was made in England & dates from around the 1830-1840’s period.

This is of amazing quality and is a most impressive piece.

“
There are two tall sentry box style hanging compartments on either side of a large bank of generous drawers.
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The flame mahogany panelled doors have beautifully carved baluster rails going down the sides, with incredibly fine details. This sits on an inverted breakfront plinth base and the top has a beautifully moulded cornice. The central bank of drawers are adorned with a stunning shell carved pediment.

fig 1. A William IV flame mahogany compactum wardrobe featuring a central chest of drawers flanked by twin side cupboards, carved spiral pilasters, and a decorative shell cresting.
fig 1. Antique William IV Period Compactum Wardrobe

The mahogany has a gorgeous rich colour tone and wonderful grain patterns. We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age. There are various small marks and indentations here and there under the polish, commensurate for age.

fig 2. A William IV flame mahogany compactum wardrobe featuring a central chest of drawers flanked by twin side cupboards, carved spiral pilasters, and a decorative shell cresting.
fig 2. Antique William IV Period Compactum Wardrobe

This breaks down into six smaller sections for ease of transport, when assembled this is a very large item with lots of storage space for clothes.

Width – 88 inches , 222 cm

Depth – 24 inches , 61 cm

Height – 91 inches , 230 cm

Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this William IV Compactum Wardrobe to the 1800s.

Height
230cm (90.55")
Width
222cm (87.40")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1233601
Dealers Internal Ref
13437
Marylebone Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

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

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Archive I A William IV flame mahogany compactum wardrobe featuring a central chest of drawers flanked by twin side cupboards, carved spiral pilasters, and a decorative shell cresting. SOLD23 SEP 26

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A William IV flame mahogany compactum wardrobe featuring a central chest of drawers flanked by twin side cupboards, carved spiral pilasters, and a decorative shell cresting.
Antique William IV Period Compactum Wardrobe
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A William IV flame mahogany compactum wardrobe featuring a central chest of drawers flanked by twin side cupboards, carved spiral pilasters, and a decorative shell cresting.
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  • ObjectWardrobes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFlame mahogany veneers, Spiral turned pilasters, Carved shell cresting, Breakfront silhouette
  • SizeH 230 cm (91 in) x W 222 cm (87 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

This grand William IV period compactum wardrobe dates from around the 1800s. Made in England from mahogany, the piece displays a warm brown colour with rich flame mahogany veneers and prominent grain patterns. The imposing breakfront silhouette comprises a central bank of drawers flanked by two tall sentry box style hanging compartments. The design incorporates a carved shell cresting atop the central drawers, a moulded cornice, and panelled doors. Vertical spiral turned pilasters frame the doors and drawers, complemented by small circular wooden drawer knobs. The structure stands on an inverted breakfront plinth base and shows small marks and indentations beneath the polished finish. Measuring 230 cm high, 222 cm wide, and 61 cm deep, the wardrobe provides extensive storage space for clothing and divides into six smaller sections for transport. In a modern home, this substantial storage furniture serves as a primary bedroom wardrobe for hanging garments and folded items. The architectural proportions and traditional design make it suited for large bedrooms or dressing rooms with traditional interior schemes.

FAQs

A compactum wardrobe is an expansive piece of 19th-century bedroom storage furniture that combines a central chest of drawers or linen press with flanking full-length hanging cupboards within a single unified frame.

Cabinetmakers during the William IV period primarily used high-quality solid mahogany and rich flame mahogany veneers, often set over pine or oak carcases with brass locks and turned wooden knobs.

Authentic William IV pieces dating from the 1830s typically display transitional features between Regency and early Victorian styles, characterized by bold proportions, turned spiral pilasters, lotus motifs, carved crestings, and heavily figured timber veneers.

A substantial compactum wardrobe serves as a focal architectural piece in a master bedroom or dressing room, grounding minimalist schemes through rich timber tones or blending seamlessly into traditional interiors alongside classic upholstery.

Flame mahogany veneers should be kept away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to prevent drying or fading, with regular dusting using a soft microfibre cloth and periodic application of a high-grade beeswax polish.
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