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William IV Mahogany Armchair
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William IV Mahogany Armchair

19th century
Description

Circa 1830, exhibition quality William IV mahogany armchair. With carved and shaped top rail with a basket of flowers and rococo carving over the upholstered and padded back. The upholstered seat with a stylish shaped frieze below. The arms have carved classical figure supports with foliate carving, over cabriole front legs on brass and brown porcelain castors.

Physical Dimensions
Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
70cm (27.56")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this William IV Mahogany Armchair to the 19th Century.

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SA745309
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29406
Description
Circa 1830, exhibition quality William IV mahogany armchair.
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With carved and shaped top rail with a basket of flowers and rococo carving over the upholstered and padded back.
Georgian Antiques

The upholstered seat with a stylish shaped frieze below. The arms have carved classical figure supports with foliate carving, over cabriole front legs on brass and brown porcelain castors.

Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
70cm (27.56")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this William IV Mahogany Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA745309
Dealers Internal Ref
29406
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A William IV high-backed armchair upholstered in red velvet with a carved mahogany frame and brass castors.
William IV Mahogany Armchair
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A William IV high-backed armchair upholstered in red velvet with a carved mahogany frame and brass castors.
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The William IV period, spanning from 1830 to 1837, represents a transitional movement bridging Regency elegance and early Victorian substantiality. Seating from this era is characterised by heavy architectural proportions, bold carved motifs such as acanthus leaves and scrolls, and rich native or imported hardwoods.

Furniture makers in the early 19th century utilised solid mahogany or rosewood framing built with mortise and tenon joinery. Cushioning was constructed using natural horsehair, webbing, and heavy coil springs covered in wool, silk, or cotton velvet, often fitted with cast brass wheel castors.

Authentic pieces feature substantial wood weight, deep hand-carved detailing along the crest rail and leg supports, and hand-cut joinery inside the seat frame. Original brass castors, genuine patination on unexposed timber, and traditional upholstery tack marks also indicate period manufacture.

A carved mahogany armchair acts as an impactful accent piece when juxtaposed against neutral walls and clean-lined contemporary sofas. Placing the chair alongside modern lighting creates a layered, eclectic focal point within a study, living room, or bedroom nook.

Regularly vacuum the upholstery using a soft brush attachment to remove dust without crushing the pile. Keep mahogany frames away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage and fabric fading, applying a natural beeswax polish occasionally to preserve the wood finish.
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