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William IV Tableware

WILLIAM IV STYLE

It was unexpected that, at the age of 64, William IV was crowned king of England. He had two older brothers, yet the death of Prince Frederick put him in line for the British throne when George IV died in 1830. His reign was brief, as he died on June 20, 1837, but it was a pivotal time of change, with parliamentary reform leading to the present-day constitutional monarchy. Antique William IV–style furniture reflects this period of transition, with forms that bridged the neoclassicism of the preceding Regency style and the more extravagant Victorian style that would follow.

Inspired by ancient Greece and Rome, William IV designs were often more imposing than Regency furniture and featured decorative attributes. There were sofas balanced on lion’s feet and tables with brass fittings. But furnishings of this period were largely marked by straight lines and subdued ornamentation compared to those of the George IV era. William IV had an unassuming way about him and was much more formal, whereas the ruler who preceded him was a king of extravagance. George IV had an affinity for French decor and was heavily invested in overhauling the private residences at Windsor Castle.

Carvings on William IV four-poster beds and cabinets included scrolling shapes, lotus leaves and acanthus, while popular pieces like tilt-top tables and upholstered seating on caster legs provided flexible interiors. Richly toned woods like mahogany and rosewood were used for sideboards, bedposts boasting reeded details and dining chairs with intricate chair backs and turned front legs.

William IV left no legitimate heirs, so his young niece, Victoria, became queen. She would lead an era of taste in which the innovations of the Industrial Revolution allowed for manufacturing showier furniture to fill elaborate interiors. With its comparatively refined forms and restrained designs, William IV style was a pause before a time of radical aesthetic change.

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Style: William IV
Six Heavy 19th C. Sterling Silver Kings Pattern Table Spoons / Serving Spoons
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very handsome and exceptionally heavy set of six William IV sterling silver table spoons / serving spoons in the King's Pattern. All six...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique William IV Tableware

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Sterling Silver

19th Century 1830 Sterling Silver Sauceboat / Gravy Boat
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique William IV English sterling silver sauceboat or gravy boat; an addition to our silver dining collection. This exceptional antique William IV sterling silver sauce boat has a plain oval rounded form onto three scrolling feet. The surface of this antique sauceboat is plain and unembellished. The upper portion of the body features an undulating, shaped rim. The sauceboat is fitted with a fine opposing scroll handle with a plain scrolling thumbpiece. This impressive example of William IV silverware is supported by three impressive applied scrolling hoof style feet with impressive swept scrolling decorated sockets in junction with the body. Condition This antique silver...
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1830s English Antique William IV Tableware

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Sterling Silver and Gilt Pair of Open Salts by Robert Gray & Son, Glasgow 1847
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Sterling Silver and Gilt Interior Pair of Open Salts, Glasgow 1847, Robert Gray & Son, In a Cauldron Form Raised on Swept Supports on a Pad Foot. No Intials or Dents, (Please see...
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1840s Scottish Antique William IV Tableware

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Located in Atlanta, GA
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Pair of Kirk Baltimore Repousse Sterling Silver Open Salts
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Located in Dayton, OH
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3 Antique P.R. Bennett Jr Coin Silver Table Spoons 19th Century Monogram, 1840s
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Stunning William IV Period Antique Sterling Silver Goblet, by Barnards in 1830
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Antique Paul Storr George III Sterling Silver Soup Plates Bowls London, 1792
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Pair of William IV Lacquered Papier Mâché Wine Coasters, England Circa 1835
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Antique William IV Irish Sterling Silver Mustard Pot, 1832
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Sterling Silver Butter Dish and Cover, 1830s
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William Iv tableware for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique William IV tableware for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage tableware created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, silver and other materials. If you’re shopping for used William IV tableware made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original tableware, popular names associated with this style include Edward Barton, Jonathan Hayne, and Robert Gray & Son. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for tableware differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $450 and tops out at $1,843 while the average work can sell for $1,800.

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