William IV Table Lamps
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.
Find a collection of authentic William IV tables, armchairs, decorative objects and other 19th-century furniture and antiques on 1stDibs.
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Style: William IV
1950 Gren Nilo Bronze by Luciano Frigerio
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of table lamps. Crystal bronze structure and fabric lampshade
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1950s Italian Vintage William IV Table Lamps
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Antique William IV Gilt Bronze Table Lamp, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A large, 72cm, beautiful English William IV table lamp, circa 1835 in date.
The striking lamp features the original glass receiver, classic William IV design and has been converte...
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1830s English Antique William IV Table Lamps
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Bronze
A William IV 19th Century Opaline Glass White Table or Desk Lamp
Located in London, GB
England, circa 1840
An unusual mid nineteenth century white opaline glass column lamp with gilt bronze mounts and unusual onion shaped cowl shade.
Total height 57.00cm
Width of ba...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique William IV Table Lamps
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Ormolu
Solid Polished Brass Candlestick Lamp Frosted Glass Petal shade
Located in New Orleans, LA
A quality polished solid brass candlestick accent lamp with a handmade frosted glass petal shade and gold candle drip sleeve. In-line switch and long cord....
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1980s American Vintage William IV Table Lamps
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Brass
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Series02 Table Lamp, Polished Unlacquered Brass, Goatskin Parchment Shade
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Located in London, GB
A pair of table lights. Bronzed brass sculptural base, silk ivory colour shadess. A design by Luciano Frigerio, 1960, Italy.
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H 15.75 in W 5.52 in D 4.73 in
French 19th Century Black Opaline Table Lamp On A Ormolu Gilt Base
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Black opaline and ormolu gilt base table lamp, France, 19th Century.
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Large William IV Red Glass Column Table Lamp with Gilt Bronze Mounts
Located in London, GB
A very large William IV faceted red glass column lamp with gilt bronze mounts, all supported on a hexagonal base.
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20th Solid Mahogany Turned Table Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
20th William IV solid mahogany turned table lamp.
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Pair of William IV Silver Plated and Brass Candlestick Lamps
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Italian Painted Torchere Fragment to Table Lamp, Circa 1840
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Petite French Empire Table Lamps, circa 1820
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William Iv table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique William IV table lamps for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage table lamps created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with glass, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used William IV table lamps made in a specific country, there are Europe, England, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original table lamps, popular names associated with this style include and Angelo Brotto. 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 table lamps differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,920 and tops out at $4,366 while the average work can sell for $3,339.