Description

Superior quality early C19th George IV period mahogany dressing table firmly attributed to Gillows of Lancaster. Fitted with 3 mahogany-lined 'cock-beaded' drawers with quarter dust-beads, original ring-turned knobs , with a 3/4 reeded-edge gallery up-stand. Standing upon finely reeded legs with a typical Gillow's pattern turned foot into a maker's stamped and patented top-quality brass socket castor. Exhibiting all the quality and design features of the Gillows workshops, executed in a finely-figured superior grade of mahogany. The reeded edges , reeded mouldings and reserve panels at top of the legs also a classic design feature of this much sought-after and lauded firm of Lancaster cabinet-makers.
Excellent condition with only very minor marks to the top commensurate with age and use.
W 42"
H 30"
D 23"
England c.1825
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance .
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 1511