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William IV Rosewood Pedestal Sewing Table, Circa 1830
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William IV Rosewood Pedestal Sewing Table, Circa 1830

19th century
Description

A William IV rosewood sewing table of elegant proportions, the rectangular top displaying beautifully figured rosewood veneers above a single frieze drawer fitted with turned wooden knobs.

Beneath the drawer is a suspended, gathered fabric sewing bag, supported within a shaped rosewood frame. The whole is raised on a substantial central pedestal terminating in a shaped quadriform base with turned bun feet.

A particularly attractive example of early 19th-century cabinetmaking, combining richly figured rosewood, elegant proportions and practical design. The table retains a lovely warm colour and patina, with the unusual suspended sewing bag adding to its decorative appeal.

English, circa 1830.

Physical Dimensions
Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Declaration

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Rosewood Pedestal Sewing Table to the 19th Century.

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SA1241939
Dealers Internal Reference
C3110
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Description
A William IV rosewood sewing table of elegant proportions, the rectangular top displaying beautifully figured rosewood veneers above a single frieze drawer fitted with turned wooden knobs.
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Beneath the drawer is a suspended, gathered fabric sewing bag, supported within a shaped rosewood frame.
Salisbury Antiques Centre

The whole is raised on a substantial central pedestal terminating in a shaped quadriform base with turned bun feet.

fig 1. A William IV rosewood pedestal sewing table featuring a single top drawer, a pleated fabric work well suspended from a U-shaped frame, and a quadform base.
fig 1. William IV Rosewood Pedestal Sewing Table, Circa 1830

A particularly attractive example of early 19th-century cabinetmaking, combining richly figured rosewood, elegant proportions and practical design. The table retains a lovely warm colour and patina, with the unusual suspended sewing bag adding to its decorative appeal.

English, circa 1830.

Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Rosewood Pedestal Sewing Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1241939
Dealers Internal Ref
C3110
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2007
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Archive I A William IV rosewood pedestal sewing table featuring a single top drawer, a pleated fabric work well suspended from a U-shaped frame, and a quadform base.

William IV Rosewood Pedestal Sewing Table, Circa 1830

Archive II A William IV rosewood pedestal sewing table featuring a single top drawer, a pleated fabric work well suspended from a U-shaped frame, and a quadform base. View II
Archive III A William IV rosewood pedestal sewing table featuring a single top drawer, a pleated fabric work well suspended from a U-shaped frame, and a quadform base. View III
Archive IV A William IV rosewood pedestal sewing table featuring a single top drawer, a pleated fabric work well suspended from a U-shaped frame, and a quadform base. View IV
Archive V A William IV rosewood pedestal sewing table featuring a single top drawer, a pleated fabric work well suspended from a U-shaped frame, and a quadform base. View V
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A William IV rosewood pedestal sewing table featuring a single top drawer, a pleated fabric work well suspended from a U-shaped frame, and a quadform base.
William IV Rosewood Pedestal Sewing Table, Circa 1830
Ref: SA1241939
A William IV rosewood pedestal sewing table featuring a single top drawer, a pleated fabric work well suspended from a U-shaped frame, and a quadform base.
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  • ObjectSewing Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialRosewood, Fabric
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsQuadform base, U-shaped support, Pleated fabric well, Turned wooden knobs
  • SizeH 73 cm (29 in) x W 41 cm (16 in) x D 40 cm (16 in)

This William IV rosewood pedestal sewing table dates from circa 1830 and belongs to the 19th-century period. It is fashioned from warm brown rosewood with fabric upholstery and stands 73 cm high, 41 cm wide, and 40 cm deep. The piece comprises a rectangular top with figured veneers, a single frieze drawer fitted with two round wooden knob handles, and a keyhole escutcheon. Below the drawer hangs a gathered, pleated fabric work bag suspended inside a U-shaped support frame. The central column rests on a shaped quadform base with turned bun feet. In a contemporary interior, this compact table sits practically beside a sofa or in a corner of a sitting room as a functional surface with enclosed storage. The rich timber colour and traditional silhouette integrate smoothly into classic country house schemes or historic room settings, offering useful storage for small sewing accessories or everyday items within arm's reach.

FAQs

The William IV style spans the 1830s transition between Regency elegance and early Victorian design. It is characterised by substantial proportions, bold turned pedestals, quadform plinths, and rich veneers such as rosewood and mahogany.

Sewing tables were constructed using solid hardwoods and exotic veneers like rosewood or mahogany. Internal construction features hand-dovetailed drawer joints, turned wooden hardware, and fabric-lined sewing wells made from pleated textiles.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, original turned knobs, brass escutcheons, and substantial quadform bases. Look for natural age-related patina, timber shrinkage marks on undersides, and traditional hand-stitched fabric attachment.

A 19th-century sewing table functions effectively as an occasional side table beside an armchair, a compact bedside stand, or an accent piece in an entrance hall. Its compact footprint allows it to add contrast within modern minimalist or layered transitional interiors.

Protect the rosewood veneer by keeping the table away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking or fading. Apply high-quality beeswax periodically along the wood grain, and clean the fabric work well using a soft brush attachment on a low-suction vacuum.
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