Pair of William IV Mahogany Wardrobes

A fine quality pair of William IV mahogany two door wardrobes dating to c.1830. This rare pair of wardrobes feature super carvings to the pediment and above each of the door arches whilst the mirrors have developed that lovely sparkle you only find on an antique mirror. The doors are fitted with ‘Langebear & Co’ brass catches as used by Gillows and each stands on a plinth base. One wardrobe is fitted as a linen press with three adjustable sliding trays and three graduated long drawers. The other has a full length 18 7/8in (48cm) deep hanging space complete with original brass hooks and hanging rail.

Constructed using superbly grained timbers with a good deep colour these are in very good condition and whilst not marked are of a quality that suggests they would have been made by a company such as Gillows. There are some marks to the inside doors and one mirror on the fitted wardrobe has a dark mark near the bottom, the hanging wardrobe has a small mark to the moulding above the left door and a small dent to the top of the right door and which are mentioned for completeness as they will not be obvious in the photos.

The overall dimensions at the largest points are approximately

Width - 58 5/8in (149cm)

Depth - 24 ¾in (63cm)

Height - 88 ½in (225cm) including pediment

Height at sides (i.e. without pediment) - 83in (211cm)

Internal depth - 18 7/8in (48cm)

For transportation and moving each wardrobe splits into five sections (cornice, plinth, main section, two doors)

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Delivery:

We can arrange to deliver this to most UK mainland destinations for £120, delivery is usually within 31 days.

When buying it is important appreciate antiques have long histories of daily use and as such, over time they gain minor scratches, marks, knocks, shrinkage splits, signs of old woodworm, lifts and losses to veneer, which combine with care and years of polishing to create an individual character and patina. We describe the main flaws and those that fall outside of this bracket but cannot describe each marks separately and therefore suggest you do take the time to request extra photos. We do offer a 14 day money back guarantee if you are unhappy with your purchase but cannot refund the return shipping cost. If you are not sure please do not buy without clarifying or take the view that the only way to have it as near to new as possible is to have it fully and comprehensively restored.

For delivery we use a small carrier experience in carrying antique furniture. Delivery is usually within 31 days and the carrier will make arrangements with you directly. We can provide contact details of other carriers if required.