We also list many extending dining tables in various sizes. The top section having carved acanthus corbels, supporting a deep moulded cornice. Thomas sheraton heralded a new era with his drawing book of 17911794. King charles ii ascended to the throne after a period of monarchical upheaval in england, bringing with him french and dutch baroque inspiration from his time in exile.
William iv 21 august 1765 20 june 1837 was the third son of king george iii and queen charlotte. We specialize in the decorative arts of the 17th20th century. To the best of my knowledge, it is the most comprehensive resource for antique furniture identification that i have ever encountered. The intrigue turned into a quest to understand and learn how to create them. That experience prompted him to write a second book. Thomas chippendale wrote a book of furniture designs, gentlemen and cabinetmakers. The third son of george iii, william succeeded his elder brother george iv, becoming the last king and penultimate monarch of britains house of hanover.
The brief reign of william iv was an important period of transition between the regency and victorian eras. William iv antique furniture, page 5 antiques atlas. The georgian style became lighter throughout the onehundredandtwentythreeyear period, with regard to decoration, colours and design. Low and card tables were very popular for entertaining. The value of this historic furniture based on history associated with region it was created in continues to increase. William iv period commonplace book, featuring pages of. Illustrated history of furniture, by frederick litchfield. The project gutenberg ebook of little books about old furniture, by.
In this lesson, well explore the william and mary style, and see how changes in british politics led to changes in. Margaret jourdains regency furniture 17951830 revised by ralph fastnedge 2. This was formerly at the saracens head at ware, but has been removed to rye house, about two miles away. Both the empire and regency styles share an affinity for simple lines, bold contours, and sleek surfaces. Find great reference information for styles and period furniture from. William and mary style furniture emphasized unity, so that all elements contributed to an overall shape or look. The revolving bookcase design can be found in various styles and is illustrated in many regency furniture books such as. The military furniture also known as campaign furniture was very popular.
Shakespeares allusion to it in the twelfth night has identified the approximate date and gives the bed a character. George iv, william iv finally, the long awaited mastering of the technique to apply shellac to wood, french polishing. The period is followed by william iv era when chair designs remained constant, but there was a renewed emphasis on adapting country woods for manufacturing. The practical book of period furniture, treating of. Now furniture is coated with smooth surfaces and intricate veneers are laid.
We serve cookies our website uses cookies, which help us to improve our site and enables us to deliver the best possible service and customer experience, as well as to provide social media features. This text includes 32 articles for plans of favorite old pieces such as a small highboy and a tallcase clock. He authored a master class article in fine woodworking that subsequently led to an opportunity to write his first book, carving 18th century furniture elements. Notice the feeling of lightness achieved as the chest portion is raised high off the floor. Many dealers and enthusiasts refer to furniture and works of art by which period they are from without actually divulging even roughly what year that means the article is. The period from 1795 to 1837, which includes the latter part of george iiis reign and the reigns of his sons george iv and william iv, is sometimes regarded as the regency era, characterised by distinctive trends in british architecture, literature, fashions, politics, and culture. Furniture made during the puritan period of oliver cromwell was plain and had. A survey of the hundreds of pictures of english furniture in this book will soon lay your question to rest, and leave you with an encyclopedic knowledge of designs, terms, and names of important cabinetmakers so that you have a good mastery of the discipline. The subperiod that is the regency era is defined by the regency of george iv as prince of wales during the illness of his father george iii. On your way over to the italien ice cream place on italienerstrasse, cross the street and stop by the lovely, wellstocked asia markt. Dealing in fine antiques father and son john and james bly offer everything from the rarest period furniture to contemporary ceramics at their london gallery in chelsea.
Get the best deals on william iv antique furniture when you shop the largest online selection at. These three rooms are referred to as the upper library and consist of room i, adapted. William iv period commonplace book, manuscript, anagrams, conundrums, charades with varieties selected by h. Furniture is a big part of our lives, and the styles of our furniture matter. The old furniture book with a sketch of past days and ways author. Genuine william iv 1830 1837 chairs for sale from trusted antique dealers. The stand with both sides ready to receive books with a neatly concealed drawer at the apron. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. A french art nouveau period walnut and wrought iron bookcase c1900. Plans and full instructions for twenty distinctive pieces taylor, v.
The practical book of period furniture, treating of furniture of the english, american colonial and postcolonial and principal french periods 1914 147788865. The military furniture also known as campaign furniture was very popular due to the fact that the army had to move frequently. A basic illustrated timeline of the styles of period english antiques. Furniture must be paid and collected within 3 working days of its sale date. A illustrated timeline of the styles of period english. Initially he was captivated and intrigued by the shells on a newport six shell secretary he had seen in a magazine. Period furniture definition and meaning collins english. Shop victorian furniture at the worlds largest source of victorian and other authentic period. In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. John bly antiques five generations of dealing in fine. English antique furniture periods reindeer antiques. Classically inspired architecture of the regency period was still popular, but the romanticism that was to characterise the victorian era had begun to take hold. Also see left hand menu for antique servers and buffets.
Check out our william iv antique furniture on sale, listed by uk antique dealers. Dedicated to the understanding and appreciation of american period furniture. See more ideas about pedestal desk, furniture and extendable dining table. Here is a selection of woods used on antique furniture, below is a comprehensive guide into the woods and history behind each type of timber used throughout the centuries. Georgian furniture and antiques have become increasingly popular in recent years. The beginnings of the regency style, marked by delicate and restrained classical greek forms, may be seen in the later work of thomas sheraton and in thomas hopes household furniture and interior decoration 1807. The william and mary style was influenced by recent french furniture traditions, which in turn were influenced by italian baroque furniture designs. However, this book is worth its weight in gold as a means of identifying and attributing antique furniture to specific english monarchial reigns. Georgian antiques 1714 to 1837 information learn about. These books were used by cabinetmakers in england and america and were the source for the designs of furniture. He was made duke of clarence in 1789 and became king of the united kingdom of great britain and ireland and king of hanover on the death of his brother george iv on 26 june 1830. William iv period commonplace book, manuscript, anagrams. Furniture of the period was decorated with floral marquetry, walnut, and velvet upholstery and included carvings and gilding.
To this period of english furniture belongs the celebrated great bed of ware, of which there is an illustration. A illustrated timeline of the styles of period english furniture. A decorative william iv period rexine upholstered settee c. A modified design was also used by queen victoria historical background the current royal library was established by william iv r. The brief reign of william iv was an important period of transition between the. A wonderfully proportioned, four door breakfronted mahogany bookcase, with long glazed slightly arched doors, over recessed panelled, lower section doors. Rare early 19th century william iv period rosewood revolving bookcase. Fine woodworking on making period furniture fine woodworking on. During the georgian period george i, george ii, george iii, george iv and william iv reigned as kings. After 1837, the victorian period continued until the early 20th century. Rare early 19th century william iv period rosewood. Italienerstrasse 8 9500 villach text by jill vincen, photos.
No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. From a victorian toilet mirror to a queen anne bureau, this book presents 20 complete designs for replicas of vernacular pieces from the best schools of 17th, 18th and 19thcentury furniture. Top american libraries canadian libraries universal library community texts project gutenberg biodiversity heritage library childrens library. Dec 28, 2007 a illustrated timeline of the styles of period english furniture 1. Early victorian furniture had elements of regency and william iv style with curved backs and some scrolled or reeded decoration. Furniture from the george iv period 18201830 what others are saying an unusual early century regency period rosewood chiffonier of inverted breakfront form having brass galleried top above open book shelves flanked by carved lyre, acanthus and lions paw foot doors, raised on beaded plinth base. Get the best deal for william iv antique furniture from the largest online selection at. Antique william iv furniture for sale antiques world. Styles and periods interior design and decorating history. Empire and regency styles the new york public library. Selection of antique dining tables, pullout and extending tables, windout dining tables, refectory tables, dropleaf, gateleg and farmhouse tables. Viewing the history and development of furniture styles in time line form such as this is somewhat artificial but satisfies that part of the western mind which is very lateral and analytical.
Genuine william iv 1830 1837 for sale from trusted antique dealers. Beautiful william and mary high chest of drawers with cusped and arched apron and cupped and turned legs found late in the william and mary period. Learn the characteristics of the furniture style and the materials and types of construction that were in favor for the period. Browse a variety of periods to find the antique from your desired time period. A boldly carved william iv period giltwood convex mirror, having eagle pediment flanked by scroll and leaf carving above moulded, ball decorated frame with similar leaf and scroll carving below. Plans and full instructions for twenty distinctive pieces.
View this item and discover similar for sale at 1stdibs a william iv library chair on scrolled supports over finely turned front legs. Entirely handwritten in black ink, 129 pages of text, a few illustrations. The georgian era is a period in british history from 1714 to c. From the mid 1600s to the mid 1800s a timeline of american period furniture was created. Irish antique mahogany bookcase made during the william iv period. Contemporary halfcalf worn with marbled boards, title page torn across centre. Shop william iv furniture at 1stdibs, the worlds largest source of william iv and other authentic period furniture. Hover your mouse over the names of the english monarchs to put a face to a name.
It also featured high relief carving, strong curves, and elaborate woodturning. Many dealers and enthusiasts refer to furniture and works of art by which period they are from without actually divulging even roughly what year that means the article is from. Irish antique mahogany bookcase from the william iv period. Shop 19th century furniture at 1stdibs, the premier resource for antique and modern furniture from the worlds best dealers. William iv mahogany double sided book stand lectern for. A popular new furniture form of the william and mary period was a chest raised on a stand. The grandfather of the present john bly first established his own. As such the furniture of the william iv period is essentially a more robust and chunkier version of the furniture made in the regency period.
An ancient letterhead proclaimed john bly antique dealers since the reign of william iv. Antique william iv flame mahogany drop leaf work table. The finish has been french polished and is in excellent condition. Antique 19th century william iv flame mahogany sideboard shipping available.
Here is a selection of woods used on antique furniture, below is a comprehensive guide into the woods and history behind each. Browse these antique dining tables for sale from uk antiques dealers. Browse our wide selection of antique furniture for sale from dealers across the uk click here to view interior design furniture ideas and sold pieces in situ from dealers on antiquesatlas. The project gutenberg ebook of the old furniture book, by n. Tony came to period furniture making as an avocation a little later in life. It began with jacobean style, followed by william and mary, then queen anne, chippendale, federal, and empire styles. Antique william iv furniture is from the era of when king william was on the throne in england from 1830 to 1837 and although it was a short period some very nice pieces of antique furniture were made in fine timbers with unusual features.