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Antique Drop Leaf Ladies Work Table, English, Sewing, Side, William Iv, C.1835
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Antique Drop Leaf Ladies Work Table, English, Sewing, Side, William Iv, C.1835

19th century
Sold 2 June 2025 · London Fine Antiques
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This is an antique drop leaf ladies work table. An English, rosewood sewing or side table with, dating to the William IV period, circa 1835.

Fascinatingly appointed sewing table with wonderful late Georgian craftsmanship

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order

Superb stocks show excellent grain interest throughout

Rich caramel hues beam beneath a wax polish finish

Drop leaf top extends usefully, supported by articulated flying arms

Pair of drawers to the front dressed with circular wooden pulls

Faux drawer fascia to the reverse affords central room placement

Sliding work bag with crimson damask to outside and contrasting golden brocade trim

Of deep proportion, the work bag is lined with a quality dark ruby baize

Unusual and highly attractive reverse demi-lune arch support unites the top with the base

Delightful hyperboloid base stands upon a quartet of distinctive shaped bracket feet

This is a delightful antique drop leaf ladies work table, as useful today as it was nearly 200 years ago. Beautifully appointed, the distinguished upstand is an unusual and highly attractive form. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 42cm (16.5'')

Max Depth: 41cm (16.25'')

Max Height: 70cm (27.5'')

Extended Width: 73.5cm (29'')

Extended Depth: 41cm (16.25'')

Extended Height: 70cm (27.5'')

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Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this William IV Work Table to the Regency era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
70cm (27.56")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA991969
Dealers Internal Reference
18.8435
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Description
This is an antique drop leaf ladies work table. An English, rosewood sewing or side table with, dating to the William IV period, circa 1835.

Fascinatingly appointed sewing table with wonderful late Georgian craftsmanship

fig 1. A dark wood William IV drop leaf work table featuring dual drawers and a hanging pink pleated silk compartment, supported by a curved pillar base with castors.
fig 1. Antique Drop Leaf Ladies Work Table, English, Sewing, Side, William Iv, C.1835

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order

Superb stocks show excellent grain interest throughout

Rich caramel hues beam beneath a wax polish finish

Drop leaf top extends usefully, supported by articulated flying arms

fig 2. A dark wood William IV drop leaf work table featuring dual drawers and a hanging pink pleated silk compartment, supported by a curved pillar base with castors.
fig 2. Antique Drop Leaf Ladies Work Table, English, Sewing, Side, William Iv, C.1835

Pair of drawers to the front dressed with circular wooden pulls

Faux drawer fascia to the reverse affords central room placement

Sliding work bag with crimson damask to outside and contrasting golden brocade trim

fig 3. A dark wood William IV drop leaf work table featuring dual drawers and a hanging pink pleated silk compartment, supported by a curved pillar base with castors.
fig 3. Antique Drop Leaf Ladies Work Table, English, Sewing, Side, William Iv, C.1835

Of deep proportion, the work bag is lined with a quality dark ruby baize

Unusual and highly attractive reverse demi-lune arch support unites the top with the base

Delightful hyperboloid base stands upon a quartet of distinctive shaped bracket feet

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This is a delightful antique drop leaf ladies work table, as useful today as it was nearly 200 years ago.
London Fine Antiques

Beautifully appointed, the distinguished upstand is an unusual and highly attractive form. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

fig 4. A dark wood William IV drop leaf work table featuring dual drawers and a hanging pink pleated silk compartment, supported by a curved pillar base with castors.
fig 4. Antique Drop Leaf Ladies Work Table, English, Sewing, Side, William Iv, C.1835

Dimensions:

Max Width: 42cm (16.5'')

Max Depth: 41cm (16.25'')

Max Height: 70cm (27.5'')

Extended Width: 73.5cm (29'')

Extended Depth: 41cm (16.25'')

Extended Height: 70cm (27.5'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

fig 5. A dark wood William IV drop leaf work table featuring dual drawers and a hanging pink pleated silk compartment, supported by a curved pillar base with castors.
fig 5. Antique Drop Leaf Ladies Work Table, English, Sewing, Side, William Iv, C.1835

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this William IV Work Table to the Regency era.

Height
70cm (27.56")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA991969
Dealers Internal Ref
18.8435
London Fine Antiques
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Archive I A dark wood William IV drop leaf work table featuring dual drawers and a hanging pink pleated silk compartment, supported by a curved pillar base with castors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Drop Leaf Ladies Work Table, English, Sewing, Side, William Iv, C.1835

Archive II A dark wood William IV drop leaf work table featuring dual drawers and a hanging pink pleated silk compartment, supported by a curved pillar base with castors. View II
Archive III A dark wood William IV drop leaf work table featuring dual drawers and a hanging pink pleated silk compartment, supported by a curved pillar base with castors. View III
Archive IV A dark wood William IV drop leaf work table featuring dual drawers and a hanging pink pleated silk compartment, supported by a curved pillar base with castors. View IV
Archive V A dark wood William IV drop leaf work table featuring dual drawers and a hanging pink pleated silk compartment, supported by a curved pillar base with castors. View V
Archive VI A dark wood William IV drop leaf work table featuring dual drawers and a hanging pink pleated silk compartment, supported by a curved pillar base with castors. View VI
Archive VII A dark wood William IV drop leaf work table featuring dual drawers and a hanging pink pleated silk compartment, supported by a curved pillar base with castors. View VII
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A dark wood William IV drop leaf work table featuring dual drawers and a hanging pink pleated silk compartment, supported by a curved pillar base with castors.
Antique Drop Leaf Ladies Work Table, English, Sewing, Side, William IV, C.1835
Ref: SA991969
A dark wood William IV drop leaf work table featuring dual drawers and a hanging pink pleated silk compartment, supported by a curved pillar base with castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSide Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialRosewood, silk, brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsDrop-leaf top, Twin drawers, Pleated silk basket, U-shaped pedestal support
  • SizeH 70 cm (28 in) x W 42 cm (17 in) x D 41 cm (16 in)

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A William IV work table is a piece of multi-functional furniture dating from the British Regency transition period of the 1830s, typically designed for women to store sewing, needlework, and writing supplies.

These tables were commonly constructed from dense cabinet timbers such as mahogany or rosewood, frequently featuring decorative veneers, silk fabric bags, and brass castors.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-turned wooden knobs, solid timber secondary woods, and distinctive architectural styling such as lyre supports or pillar bases characteristic of the 1830s.

This piece functions effectively as a distinctive side table or compact storage unit in a living room, study, or hallway, adding historical warmth to contemporary spaces.

Maintain the piece by keeping it away from direct sunlight and humidity fluctuations, applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the timber, and gently vacuuming any integrated fabric components.
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