{"title":"Antique Rosewood Furniture","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique rosewood furniture occupies a rarefied place in British furniture design history, less common than mahogany or oak, but instantly recognisable for its deep, dramatic grain and unmistakable sense of luxury. We deal in original 19th and early 20th century rosewood pieces, from finely inlaid side tables to boldly figured library tables and display cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis category brings together items where rosewood is a defining feature, whether in the primary carcass or through select veneering. Most are from the Regency and Victorian periods, when imported rosewood was prized for its decorative potential and often reserved for particularly high-end furniture seeking to make a bold visual statement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"antique-victorian-rosewood-barley-twist-side-chair-c-1880","title":"Antique Victorian Rosewood Barley Twist Side Chair c.1880","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Victorian side chair crafted in rosewood with a striking tall, narrow back and upholstered in a muted rose velvet. The back is framed by barley twist uprights with turned finials, finished with a carved crest rail, all raised on barley twist front legs terminating in brass cup castors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good antique condition with some surface wear consistent with age, and later upholstery in good, clean, serviceable condition. Structurally sound, clean and ready to place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnglish, circa 1880.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eH: 106.5 W: 38.5 D: 50 cm\u003cbr\u003eSeat height: 43 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Founders Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57374322229635,"sku":"3614","price":345.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/8126\/4113\/files\/5-PXL_20260205_112932412_b632692f-65c0-4da3-bd43-8941c3910555.jpg?v=1770928851"},{"product_id":"antique-edwardian-rosewood-occasional-table-c-1910","title":"Antique Edwardian Rosewood Occasional Table c.1910","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn Edwardian rosewood occasional table of oval form, the richly figured top inlaid with fine stringing and centred by classical marquetry decoration, all raised on elegantly shaped mahogany legs terminating in original brass castors and united by a shaped undertier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good antique condition with light surface wear consistent with age. Structurally sound, clean and ready to place in the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnglish, circa 1910.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eH: 72.5 W: 74.5 D: 44 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Founders Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57483989713283,"sku":"3628","price":425.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/8126\/4113\/files\/3-PXL_20260210_121757626.jpg?v=1772479837"},{"product_id":"antique-william-iv-rosewood-adjustable-piano-stool-c-1830","title":"Antique William IV Rosewood Adjustable Piano Stool c.1830","description":"\u003cp\u003eA William IV rosewood adjustable piano stool, the circular needlework seat within a deep burgundy velvet surround, raised on a turned and carved pedestal with a thick brass adjustable column, atop a tripod base with scroll-carved feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for use as intended at a piano, but also particularly useful today as a dressing table stool, or as a decorative occasional stool in a sitting room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good antique condition with some surface wear consistent with age and some historic veneer repairs to the base. Structurally sound, well presented and ready to place in the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnglish, circa 1830.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eH: 53 W: 34 D: 34 cm\u003cbr\u003eMin height: 53 cm\u003cbr\u003eMax height: 63 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Founders Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57605332959619,"sku":"3089","price":375.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/8126\/4113\/files\/11-PXL_20260307_145759299.jpg?v=1773689129"},{"product_id":"antique-victorian-rosewood-sewing-reading-table-c-1850","title":"Antique Victorian Rosewood Sewing \/ Reading Table c.1850","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn early Victorian rosewood sewing and reading table, the hinged top enclosing a fully fitted interior with compartmentalised storage and a central covered well. When opened the top forms a useful reading slope, the original adjustable brass stay allowing the top to be angled as required and the removable book rest (neatly housed inside when not in use) can be fitted into position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow, a trumpet-shaped body with fret carved panels to all sides and decoratively shaped supports sits atop a turned pedestal raised on well-carved cabriole legs terminating in brass castors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn attractive and practical piece, the adjustable reading slope giving it an extra layer of usefulness and appeal beyond standard sewing tables. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good antique condition with some surface wear consistent with age and use. Interior later paper-lined. Structurally sound, well presented and complete with its original fittings, clean and ready to place in the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnglish, circa 1850.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eH: 71 W: 48 D: 38.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Founders Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57810340217219,"sku":"3691","price":645.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/8126\/4113\/files\/14-PXL_20260411_081651298.jpg?v=1776405709"},{"product_id":"antique-regency-rosewood-pedestal-occasional-table-c-1820","title":"Antique Regency Rosewood Pedestal Occasional Table c.1820","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine Regency period rosewood pedestal table, with a richly figured top set over a thick square pedestal with a moulded collar and lower lobed decoration, above a shaped platform base raised on bun feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good antique condition with minor surface wear including some historic veneer repairs and age-related lines. Structurally sound, clean and ready to place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnglish, circa 1820.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eH: 72.5 W: 51 D: 41.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Founders Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57990474793347,"sku":"3715","price":645.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/8126\/4113\/files\/5-PXL_20260428_094331881.jpg?v=1778095229"},{"product_id":"antique-edwardian-rosewood-occasional-table-c-1911","title":"Antique Edwardian Rosewood Occasional Table c.1910","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine Edwardian rosewood occasional table, the beautifully figured top featuring a central marquetry motif and perimeter stringing, set over a shallow scrolled frieze, raised on four elegant swept legs terminating in original brass castors and united by an undertier with spindle-turned gallery and matching line inlay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good antique condition with only light surface wear consistent with age. Structurally sound and ready to place in the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnglish, circa 1910.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eH: 72 W: 68.5 D: 42.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Founders Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58091180949891,"sku":"3733","price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/8126\/4113\/files\/3-PXL_20260514_161821390.jpg?v=1779302648"},{"product_id":"antique-william-iv-rosewood-davenport-desk-by-w-c-wilkinson-c-1835","title":"Antique William IV Rosewood Davenport by W\u0026C Wilkinson c.1835","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine William IV period rosewood Davenport desk, crafted in exceptional rosewood and stamped by the maker W\u0026amp;C Wilkinson of Ludgate Hill, London. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sloping writing surface with inset gilt-tooled leather unlocks and lifts open to a spacious interior with two small upper drawers above two faux drawers. To the right-hand side sits a sliding pen drawer with its original dividers, complete with period brass-mounted inkwell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow, a bank of mahogany drawers is concealed behind a locking panelled door to the side. The front supports are elegantly carved in scrolling rosewood with pierced fretwork panels, all hand-cut and typical of the very best London cabinetmaking of the 1830s. The piece is raised on beautifully shaped hollow bun feet with concealed brass castors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good antique condition with some surface wear commensurate with age. The tooled leather writing surface exhibits a small, stable parting near one edge, resulting from historic timber movement to the top which is now entirely secure. Working keys for both the door and the desk are present. Structurally sound, clean and ready to place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnglish, circa 1835.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 91 cm\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 58.5 cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 63 cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight to Front of Desk: 77.5 cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight to Underside of Desk: 67 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Founders Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58188220662147,"sku":"3540","price":895.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/8126\/4113\/files\/13-PXL_20251115_132234695.jpg?v=1780647770"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/8126\/4113\/collections\/14-PXL_20251115_132238171_1.jpg?v=1771881133","url":"https:\/\/foundersantiques.co.uk\/collections\/antique-rosewood-furniture\/sewing-work-tables.oembed","provider":"Founders Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}