Description

Fine early C19th Regency period mahogany dining table in the manner of Gillows of Lancaster.
Fine quality mahogany extending dining table comprising a pair of D-ended tables and a central drop-leaf table , providing a highly practical and flexible format . The central drop-leaf section with a folding double gate-leg action the support the leaves when raised . The pair of D-end table each now fitted with twin pull-out lopers or slides to the underside of the frame to provide extra support and stability when the table is fully raised and extended .
The twin D-end tables each with a shallow frieze and fitted with a simple sophisticated square-section moulding to the lower edge .
Raised upon 14 finely-turned and gently-swollen , elegant legs and fitted with original brass castors which retain good traces of their original gilding . Supplied with original brass 'bayonet' style clips to hold the leaves together when opened .
Excellent original polished finish with a rich patina and colour .
The quality of the cabinet-making , the quality and grade of the chosen solid Cuban mahogany for this table , give a firm attribution to the esteemed firm of Gillows of Lancaster and London.
A well-proportioned table which would seat 10 to 12 diners when fully opened . Has the added versatility and attraction of being able to be separated into 3 sections to provide compact format when not in full use , allowing for the separate components to be utilised differently.
H 29.5"
W 41"
L (fully opened) 105"
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 198