Search 0
27,278  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 167 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
JOIN AS A SELLER DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
GIFTS
167 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Antiques dealer?
Join as a Seller
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1239894
FOR SALE
£485
Email Phone
Save
William IV Adjustable Piano Stool
For sale by The Antiques Hound
for sale €567     $616
£485
The Antiques Hound

The Antiques Hound

Sellingantiques Verified Since Dec 2025
Browse dealers 59 items
  • About Us
    Dealing in compact georgian and later furniture and original paintings
↓ Relevant Links
Id #SA1239894
PDF SHARE
SAVE

William IV Adjustable Piano Stool

19th century
Description

A good quality rosewood William IV adjustable piano / music stool dating to circa 1835.

Featuring a circular top with olive green fabric, this versatile piece swivels smoothly on its original iron screw thread to allow tailored height adjustments.

The base showcases exceptional cabinet-making details typical of the 1830s: a bold faceted inverted column tapering down to a moulded collar and resting on a triangular plinth with integrated feet.

Ideal for a music room, dressing room, or as accent seating in a living room.

Diameter of seat: 32cm

Base width (at widest point): 38cm

Min. seat height: 38cm

Max. seat height: 70cm

Condition: Smooth working mechanism and strong structure; in very good overall condition.

Declaration

The Antiques Hound has dated this William IV Piano Stool to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1239894
Description
A good quality rosewood William IV adjustable piano / music stool dating to circa 1835.
“
Featuring a circular top with olive green fabric, this versatile piece swivels smoothly on its original iron screw thread to allow tailored height adjustments.
The Antiques Hound
fig 1. A William IV mahogany adjustable piano stool with a circular green velvet upholstered seat, supported by a faceted tapered column on a triform base.
fig 1. William IV Adjustable Piano Stool

The base showcases exceptional cabinet-making details typical of the 1830s: a bold faceted inverted column tapering down to a moulded collar and resting on a triangular plinth with integrated feet.

Ideal for a music room, dressing room, or as accent seating in a living room.

Diameter of seat: 32cm

Base width (at widest point): 38cm

Min. seat height: 38cm

Max. seat height: 70cm

Condition: Smooth working mechanism and strong structure; in very good overall condition.

Date of Manufacture

The Antiques Hound has dated this William IV Piano Stool to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1239894
The Antiques Hound
The Antiques Hound
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2025

Dealing in compact georgian and later furniture and original paintings

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the The Antiques Hound Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A William IV mahogany adjustable piano stool with a circular green velvet upholstered seat, supported by a faceted tapered column on a triform base.
1 / 5
Archive I A William IV mahogany adjustable piano stool with a circular green velvet upholstered seat, supported by a faceted tapered column on a triform base.

William IV Adjustable Piano Stool

Archive II A William IV mahogany adjustable piano stool with a circular green velvet upholstered seat, supported by a faceted tapered column on a triform base. View II
Archive III A William IV mahogany adjustable piano stool with a circular green velvet upholstered seat, supported by a faceted tapered column on a triform base. View III
Archive IV A William IV mahogany adjustable piano stool with a circular green velvet upholstered seat, supported by a faceted tapered column on a triform base. View IV
Archive V A William IV mahogany adjustable piano stool with a circular green velvet upholstered seat, supported by a faceted tapered column on a triform base. View V
Enlarged Archival View
The Antiques Hound

The Antiques Hound
Telephone 07762 954865
Location
Bristol
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/antiqueshound
Verified Since Dec 2025
Items For Sale 59
Items Sold 35
The Antiques Hound
The Antiques Hound
Verified Since Dec 2025
View Dealer Info
Location: Bristol, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/antiqueshound
Verified
Dec 2025
For Sale
59
Sold
35
A William IV mahogany adjustable piano stool with a circular green velvet upholstered seat, supported by a faceted tapered column on a triform base.
William IV Adjustable Piano Stool
Ref: SA1239894
A William IV mahogany adjustable piano stool with a circular green velvet upholstered seat, supported by a faceted tapered column on a triform base.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPiano Stools
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialMahogany, Velvet, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown, Green
  • MotifsFaceted column, Triform base, Screw height mechanism, Circular upholstered seat

This rosewood piano stool dates from the William IV period circa 1835 and follows a grand Regency style. The piece has a rich dark brown wood grain, an olive green velvet upholstered circular seat bordered by decorative metallic trimming, and an exposed central screw mechanism. Cabinet-making details include a bold faceted tapered column resting upon a moulded collar, above a triangular plinth with rounded feet. The stool has a seat diameter of 32 cm, a base width of 38 cm, and a height that adjusts between 38 cm and 70 cm. It functions as versatile accent seating in a living room, dressing room, or music room, or fits into an empty corner as a decorative accessory.

FAQs

The William IV period (18301837) bridges the Regency and early Victorian eras. Furniture from this period is characterised by substantial proportions, bold architectural silhouettes, faceted columns, and heavy triform or tripartite bases.

These stools were typically crafted from solid mahogany or rosewood, incorporating a central threaded wooden or iron screw mechanism to adjust seat height. Seats were padded and upholstered, resting atop turned or faceted pediments.

Authentic pieces feature heavy timber construction, original wooden thread screw mechanisms, hand-cut joinery, and characteristic stylistic motifs such as faceted tapering stems and concave triform bases resting on squab or bun feet.

An adjustable piano stool functions effectively as an occasional seat in an entryway, alongside a writing desk, or positioned in a reading corner. Its compact footprint and rich wood tones complement both contemporary and traditional decorative schemes.

Maintain the timber finish by dusting with a soft cloth and applying beeswax occasionally along the wood grain. Keep the internal thread mechanism clean and lightly lubricated, and protect fabric upholstery from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories