Description

High quality set of 6 early C19th George IV period mahogany dining chairs attributed to Gillows of Lancaster.
Raised on reeded fore-legs with turned feet , the classically-inspired carved backs and lumbar splats with honeysuckle motifs and a central carved rose .
The design and execution giving a firm attribution to the esteemed cabinet-makers Gillows of Lancaster and London. Interestingly the central rose motif to the top rail bears a strong resemblance to the Lancastrian rose , the motif symbolic of the county and area.
Best quality grade of mahogany timber throughout with no damage , breaks or repairs . Excellent rich colour and patina.
Recently covered lift-off seats with a well-chosen patterned hard-wearing fabric.
H (back) 34"
H (seat) 18"
W 19"
D 16"
England c. 1830
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 1910