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Quality Antique Freestanding William IV Rosewood Chess Top Sewing Table
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Quality Antique Freestanding William IV Rosewood Chess Top Sewing Table

19th century
Sold 26 June 2025 · London City Antiques
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Quality antique freestanding William IV rosewood chess top sewing table having a quality rosewood inlaid chess top, one long drawer to the frieze, pretty sliding shaped sewing basket supported by a shaped rosewood frame, raised on a very attractive solid rosewood barley twist column supported by a shaped platform base which stands on four turned feet with original brass castors.

A fantastic piece in glorious original condition. Beautifully designed, very appealing patination and colour.

H 72cm

W 52cm

D 36.5cm

£1685

1830

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this William IV Rosewood Sewing Table to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
52cm (20.47")
Depth
36.5cm (14.37")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA883537
Dealers Internal Reference
657
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Description
Quality antique freestanding William IV rosewood chess top sewing table having a quality rosewood inlaid chess top, one long drawer to the frieze, pretty sliding shaped sewing basket supported by a shaped rosewood frame, raised on a very attractive solid rosewood barley twist column supported by a shaped platform base which stands on four turned feet with original brass castors.

A fantastic piece in glorious original condition. Beautifully designed, very appealing patination and colour.

H 72cm

W 52cm

D 36.5cm

£1685

1830

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this William IV Rosewood Sewing Table to the 19th Century.

Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
52cm (20.47")
Depth
36.5cm (14.37")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA883537
Dealers Internal Ref
657
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I A freestanding William IV rosewood sewing table featuring a rectangular top, a single drawer above a gathered fabric workbag, a barley-twist pedestal stem, and a quatrefoil base with castors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Quality Antique Freestanding William IV Rosewood Chess Top Sewing Table

Archive II A freestanding William IV rosewood sewing table featuring a rectangular top, a single drawer above a gathered fabric workbag, a barley-twist pedestal stem, and a quatrefoil base with castors. View II
Archive III A freestanding William IV rosewood sewing table featuring a rectangular top, a single drawer above a gathered fabric workbag, a barley-twist pedestal stem, and a quatrefoil base with castors. View III
Archive IV A freestanding William IV rosewood sewing table featuring a rectangular top, a single drawer above a gathered fabric workbag, a barley-twist pedestal stem, and a quatrefoil base with castors. View IV
Archive V A freestanding William IV rosewood sewing table featuring a rectangular top, a single drawer above a gathered fabric workbag, a barley-twist pedestal stem, and a quatrefoil base with castors. View V
Archive VI A freestanding William IV rosewood sewing table featuring a rectangular top, a single drawer above a gathered fabric workbag, a barley-twist pedestal stem, and a quatrefoil base with castors. View VI
Archive VII A freestanding William IV rosewood sewing table featuring a rectangular top, a single drawer above a gathered fabric workbag, a barley-twist pedestal stem, and a quatrefoil base with castors. View VII
Archive VIII A freestanding William IV rosewood sewing table featuring a rectangular top, a single drawer above a gathered fabric workbag, a barley-twist pedestal stem, and a quatrefoil base with castors. View VIII
Archive IX A freestanding William IV rosewood sewing table featuring a rectangular top, a single drawer above a gathered fabric workbag, a barley-twist pedestal stem, and a quatrefoil base with castors. View IX
Archive X A freestanding William IV rosewood sewing table featuring a rectangular top, a single drawer above a gathered fabric workbag, a barley-twist pedestal stem, and a quatrefoil base with castors. View X
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A freestanding William IV rosewood sewing table featuring a rectangular top, a single drawer above a gathered fabric workbag, a barley-twist pedestal stem, and a quatrefoil base with castors.
Quality Antique Freestanding William IV Rosewood Chess Top Sewing Table
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A freestanding William IV rosewood sewing table featuring a rectangular top, a single drawer above a gathered fabric workbag, a barley-twist pedestal stem, and a quatrefoil base with castors.
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  • ObjectOccasional Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialRosewood, Silk, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBarley-twist pedestal, Gathered fabric workbag, Quatrefoil base, Brass castors
  • SizeH 72 cm (28 in) x W 52 cm (20 in) x D 36.5 cm (14 in)

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The William IV style spans the 1830s, bridging Regency and early Victorian aesthetics, characterised by robust classical proportions, heavy timber selection such as rosewood and mahogany, and restrained yet substantial carved detailing.

Master cabinetmakers predominantly utilised dense, richly figured tropical hardwoods like rosewood and mahogany, often incorporating turned barley-twist columns, brass castors, and gathered silk or velvet workbags.

Authenticity is indicated by hand-cut dovetail joints in drawers, patinated timber surfaces showing natural oxidisation, traditional joinery methods, and the appropriate weight and grain configuration of solid and veneered rosewood.

This piece functions effectively as an accent piece in a living room or study, where its rich wood tones and textured fabric bag can contrast against minimalist upholstery and modern architectural backdrops.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer cracking, and apply occasional beeswax polish with a soft cloth to nourish the grain.
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