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A William IV Rosewood Work Table
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A William IV Rosewood Work Table

19th century
Description

A William IV work table in rosewood, the moulded top sliding forward to reveal a sprung secret compartment with a loop catch release and fitted with small pigeon holes; over two drawers with turned handles and a velvet-clad storage drawer beneath, on lyre shaped side supports with open pierced centres and on carved scrolling feet with brass castors, united by a turned stretcher. English, circa 1835.

Condition: Overall very good; the slide and secret compartment operate reasonably smoothly, some losses to the pierced inserts, good colour and grain with pleasing patina.

Physical Dimensions
Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
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Chequers Antiques has dated this William IV Rosewood Work Table to the 19th Century.

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SA689591
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A William IV work table in rosewood, the moulded top sliding forward to reveal a sprung secret compartment with a loop catch release and fitted with small pigeon holes; over two drawers with turned handles and a velvet-clad storage drawer beneath, on lyre shaped side supports with open pierced centres and on carved scrolling feet with brass castors, united by a turned stretcher. English, circa 1835.
Condition: Overall very good; the slide and secret compartment operate reasonably smoothly, some losses to the pierced inserts, good colour and grain with pleasing patina.
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Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Date of Manufacture

Chequers Antiques has dated this William IV Rosewood Work Table to the 19th Century.

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SA689591
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A William IV rosewood work table featuring two drawer fronts, turned knobs, keyhole escutcheons, a red fabric drop pouch, and carved end supports.
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Archive I A William IV rosewood work table featuring two drawer fronts, turned knobs, keyhole escutcheons, a red fabric drop pouch, and carved end supports.

A William IV rosewood work table

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A William IV rosewood work table featuring two drawer fronts, turned knobs, keyhole escutcheons, a red fabric drop pouch, and carved end supports.
A William IV rosewood work table
Ref: SA689591
A William IV rosewood work table featuring two drawer fronts, turned knobs, keyhole escutcheons, a red fabric drop pouch, and carved end supports.
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Produced between 1830 and 1837, William IV furniture represents a transition from Regency classicism to early Victorian styles, characterized by bold profiles, turned supports, carved scrollwork, and rich wood veneers.

These tables were typically crafted from cabinet woods such as rosewood, mahogany, or walnut, often featuring brass keyhole escutcheons, turned handles, and fabric-covered work wells.

Authenticity is indicated by period construction techniques including hand-cut dovetails, original brass or wooden fittings, turned cross-stretchers, and period brass castors under the feet.

A historic work table functions as a compact side table alongside seating, a hallway accent piece, or a decorative surface in a reading nook.

Routine care involves dusting with a dry microfiber cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish along the grain, whilst keeping the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight.
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