Regency Antique Furniture & Decorative Arts

16 products

16 products
Irish Regency Convex Mirror Signed Arthur Williams, circa 1815, giltwood and ebonised – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the Irish Regency Convex Mirror Signed Arthur Williams, circa 1815, giltwood and ebonised
Irish Regency Convex Mirror Signed Arthur Williams
Pair of Regency Pier / Console Tables, circa 1810, mahogany and ebony, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the pair of Regency Pier / Console Tables, circa 1810, mahogany and ebony
Pair of Regency Pier / Console Tables
8 light Regency Tent and Waterfall Chandelier, circa 1820, cut glass, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
8 light Regency Tent and Waterfall Chandelier
English Regency Black Japanned Chinoiserie Secretaire Cabinet, 19th-century, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the English Regency Black Japanned Chinoiserie Secretaire Cabinet, 19th-century
English Regency Black Japanned Chinoiserie Secretaire Cabinet
English Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror, 19th-century, glass, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
English Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror
Regency Convex Mirror with a Black Eagle, giltwood and glass, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Regency Convex Mirror with a Black Eagle
William IV rosewood centre table with brass inlaid leather top and sculptural paw feet – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the Regency Rosewood and Brass Inlaid Drum Table, circa 1830, leather, in the manner of George Bullock
Regency Rosewood and Brass Inlaid Drum Table
Regency Specimen Marble Centre Table, circa 1820, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the Regency Specimen Marble Centre Table, circa 1820, photographed from another angle
Regency Specimen Marble Centre Table
Fine English 19th Century Regency Convex Mirror, giltwood and ebonised, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the Fine English 19th Century Regency Convex Mirror, giltwood and ebonised
Fine English 19th Century Regency Convex Mirror
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Regency Rosewood Drum Table, circa 1810, brass and leather, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the Regency Rosewood Drum Table, circa 1810, brass and leather
Regency Rosewood Drum Table
Pair of Regency Armchairs, 19th-century, mahogany and leather, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the pair of Regency Armchairs, 19th-century, mahogany and leather
Pair of Regency Armchairs
Pair of Regency mahogany tub chairs with beige upholstery and carved detailing, ideal for library seating
Alternative view of the pair of Regency Mahogany Tub Chairs, brass, photographed from another angle
Pair of Regency Mahogany Tub Chairs
Regency Parcel Gilt Fragment of a Mirror Crest, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the Regency Parcel Gilt Fragment of a Mirror Crest, photographed from another angle
Regency Parcel Gilt Fragment of a Mirror Crest
Rare Early 19th Century Regency Octagonal Convex Mirror, giltwood and ebonised, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the Rare Early 19th Century Regency Octagonal Convex Mirror, giltwood and ebonised
Rare Early 19th Century Regency Octagonal Convex Mirror
Early 19th Century British Regency Convex Mirror, giltwood and glass, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Early 19th Century British Regency Convex Mirror
Regency leather fitted table top casket with intricate detailing and brass handles – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the Regency leather Fitted Table Top Casket, circa 1820, brass
Regency leather Fitted Table Top Casket

The Regency period (c.1811–1830) represents one of the most glamorous chapters in British design history. Defined by the taste of the Prince Regent — later George IV — this era combined classical inspiration with a passion for exoticism, resulting in furniture and decorative arts of exceptional refinement.

The Regency Style

Regency design drew heavily on Neoclassicism, inspired by ancient Greece and Rome, but was also shaped by new discoveries in Egypt, as well as Chinese and Indian influences. The style is characterised by:

  • Luxurious materials: rich rosewood, mahogany, calamander, and brass inlay.

  • Classical motifs: reeded legs, anthemion and palmette ornament, Grecian scrolls, and Egyptian lotus forms.

  • Exotic touches: sphinxes, griffins, and Chinese fretwork reflecting global curiosity.

  • Bold silhouettes: sweeping sabre legs, scrolled arms, and klismos chair backs.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Regency furniture is distinguished by its use of rare and exotic veneers, often enhanced with gilt bronze mounts, ormolu, and finely cast brass details. Tables, cabinets, and chairs frequently display contrasting inlays of ebony, boxwood, and brass, giving pieces a dramatic visual presence. Upholstered furniture emphasised comfort as well as style, with scroll-armed sofas and deep chairs setting the standard for modern living.

Makers of the Regency Period

The era produced some of Britain’s greatest cabinetmakers and designers:

  • Gillows of Lancaster and London – renowned for innovative table mechanisms and superb cabinet work.

  • Thomas Hope – tastemaker and designer, whose published interiors codified the Grecian style.

  • George Bullock – inventive Liverpool-born maker, celebrated for his bold use of brass inlay and native timbers.

  • Morgan & Sanders – famed for metamorphic and mechanical furniture, such as library chairs that convert into steps.

  • Morel & Seddon – appointed to furnish George IV’s Windsor Castle with grand Regency suites.

These makers ensured Regency design was not only fashionable but also technically accomplished, with furniture built to the highest standards.

Why Collect Regency Furniture?

Regency pieces are admired today for their timeless sophistication. They sit comfortably in both classical and contemporary interiors, offering:

  • Statement dining tables and chairs with strong silhouettes.

  • Refined cabinets, bookcases, and writing tables with exotic veneers.

  • Decorative mirrors, lighting, and gilt-bronze-mounted objets d’art.

Each piece tells a story of an age that valued elegance, comfort, and global influence, making Regency antiques enduringly desirable for collectors, decorators, and enthusiasts.

Discover the Regency Collection

At Nwtiques, we curate an exceptional selection of Regency furniture and decorative arts, from grand dining tables and refined seating to gilt mirrors and lighting. Each piece is chosen for its authenticity, provenance, and craftsmanship, sympathetically restored for use in today’s interiors.

Explore our Regency collection online and experience the bold elegance of an era that continues to inspire timeless design.
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