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William IV Rosewood Open Bookcase
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William IV Rosewood Open Bookcase

19th century
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Circa 1830. A large quality rosewood William IV open bookcase, the stylish cavetto and moulded cornice with simple frieze and beading, with two sections with six adjustable shelves, separated by flat pilasters headed by a carved corbel, with similar carving on the base, the deeper base with beaded frieze has three sections with adjustable shelves, all resting on an enclosed rosewood plinth. The bookcase comes in three pieces.

Provenance: From Monreith House, The Historical Seat of the Clan Maxwell

Physical Dimensions
Height
231cm (90.94")
Width
192cm (75.59")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this William IV Rosewood Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA1234194
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35675
Description
Circa 1830. A large quality rosewood William IV open bookcase, the stylish cavetto and moulded cornice with simple frieze and beading, with two sections with six adjustable shelves, separated by flat pilasters headed by a carved corbel, with similar carving on the base, the deeper base with beaded frieze has three sections with adjustable shelves, all resting on an enclosed rosewood plinth. The bookcase comes in three pieces.

Provenance: From Monreith House, The Historical Seat of the Clan Maxwell

Height
231cm (90.94")
Width
192cm (75.59")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this William IV Rosewood Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1234194
Dealers Internal Ref
35675
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William IV Rosewood Open Bookcase

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A tall William IV rosewood open bookcase featuring two upper shelf sections over lower bays with carved corbels and a solid plinth base.
William IV Rosewood Open Bookcase
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A tall William IV rosewood open bookcase featuring two upper shelf sections over lower bays with carved corbels and a solid plinth base.
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The William IV style, spanning from 1830 to 1837, bridges the Regency and Victorian eras. It is defined by robust architectural proportions, heavy turnings, and carved accents such as scroll corbels and lotus leaves.

Cabinetmakers during this period predominantly utilised dense hardwoods such as rosewood, mahogany, and oak, frequently applying thick veneers over solid pine or oak carcases alongside hand-carved decorative elements.

Authentic period pieces exhibit characteristic dark rosewood grain patterns, hand-cut dovetail joints, original timber backboards, and classical moulding details consistent with 1830s English craftsmanship.

A large open bookcase serves as an architectural anchor in a study or living area. It can be styled by pairing bound volumes with ceramic forms, framed prints, and decorative objects to create visual depth.

To preserve rosewood furniture, keep the item away from direct sunlight and artificial heat sources to avoid drying or fading. Dust regularly with a soft cloth and apply clear beeswax sparingly along the grain.
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