Antique English William IV Mahogany Two Door Chiffonier Sideboard (Circa 1835)

Summary:

• Item: William IV chiffonier
• Circa: 1835 – 1840
• Period: William IV
• Provenance: England, UK
• Wood: Figured Mahogany
• Mirror-back upstand
• Foliate scrolling relief carved pediment
• Fine corbel shelf supports
• Single recessed frieze long drawer
• Exquisite pilaster columns
• Two arched panels cupboard doors
• Original working door locks & key
• Internal shelf in base
• Original pine backboards
• Protruding block plinth
• Original turned bun feet
• Original polish & patination
• Excellent condition
• Solid in joint
• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• 14-day free UK returns policy

Description:

This is a fine quality antique William IV chiffonier constructed from stunning figured mahogany, with two-doors, circa 1835 – 1840, in excellent original condition.  Supporting a raised mirror-back with shelf, decorated with a foliate scroll relief carved pediment.  The shelf is supported by finely carved corbel supports.  The base comprises a recessed long frieze drawer, which is mahogany lined, and a pair of arched pane cupboard doors below.  The panels doors are flanked by exquisite pilaster columns.  The right-hand door retains the original brass working lever lock and key, along with the original brass door catches on the left-hand door.  Inside, there is a central shelf.  The William IV chiffonier stands on a lovely protruding breakfront moulded plinth, with the back of the chiffonier retaining its original pine backboards, terminated on the original elegant turned bun feet.  The William IV chiffonier would have most likely been used in a dining room to store the family’s best crockery and cutlery.

This William IV chiffonier boasts a high standard of design and construction; it is an example of the best quality William IV cabinets available today.  It is becoming extremely rare to find such quality of materials and craftsmanship in antique furniture as this piece.  This William IV chiffonier would have been commissioned for a wealthy individual or family.

The William IV chiffonier boasts a rich mahogany colour, having been cleaned and French polished by hand in our workshop to a professional standard, along with the years of care and cleaning it has received.

The William IV chiffonier would look superb in any hallway or dining room.  This item would certainly grace any home and are a great investment as they are an extremely functional.  So don’t miss out your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.

Condition Report:

This is a fine quality antique William IV chiffonier constructed from stunning figured mahogany, with two-doors, circa 1835 – 1840, in excellent original condition.  Nominal old use marks to the leading edges but nothing significant considering the age of the item.  The chiffonier has been cleaned and French polished by hand, to a professional standard, in our workshop.  Therefore, the colour and patination of mahogany is of an excellent standard.  There are no stains or watermarks to the top!  The drawer and doors close flush to the frame; they are not warped and there are no splits to the door panels.  The right-hand door retains its original working lock (with a working key) and the left drawer retains its original internal brass locking latches.  The carcass is solid in joint with no lose movements.  The William IV chiffonier stands on its original turned feet.  This item is solid in joint and is ready to be used.

Dimensions:

Total Height (Base & Top) = 133.8cm / 52⅝” / 4ft 4⅝”

Height (Base only) = 87.2cm / 34⅜” / 2ft 10⅜”

Width = 101cm / 39¾” / 3ft 3¾”

Depth = 41.7cm / 16⅜” / 1ft 4⅜”

Internal Top Shelf Height = 26.5cm / 10½”

Internal Bottom Shelf Height = 31.5cm / 12½”

Internal Shelf Depth = 28.5cm / 11¼”

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