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19th Century William IV Period Mahogany Centre Table Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
he expanded his furniture making activities to include the direct import of quality West Indian
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19th Century English William IV Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Mahogany

Antique 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Side Table or Window Table
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
furniture maker Gillows, features a beautifully figured Amboyna veneer top, complemented by intricate gilt
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Mid-19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Furniture Lancaster

Materials

Beech, Amboyna

Mid 19th century Gillows open armchair in Colefax and fowler printed linen
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Batley, GB
A superb quality mid 19th century armchair by Gillows of Lancaster. Raised on finely worked walnut
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1860s British Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Walnut

Regency Large Mahogany Hall Bench, in the Manner of Tatham and Marsh
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Sherborne, GB
Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster, in the manner of Tatham and Marsh, this Regency hall bench
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Mahogany

Specimen Games Table Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in New Orleans, LA
beauty of the stones. The table's base, attributed to famed Gillows of Lancaster and London, is carved
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19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Stone

A pair of mahogany occasional tables in the manner of Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
decorated with cock beading. Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster. Height 74.00cm Width 51.00cm Depth 41.00cm
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Mahogany

Gillows, attri. Style of E. W. Godwin. Aesthetic Movement Two-Tier Side Table
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
Gillows attributed In the style of E. W. Godwin. Aesthetic Movement walnut octagonal two-tier side table with turned and incised legs uniting to the lower shelf and turned stretchers...
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19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Walnut

19th Century Rosewood and Pietra Paesina Specimen Table Attributed
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in New Orleans, LA
the renowned firm of Gillows of Lancaster and London, the favourite furniture makers of nobility and
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Marble

Regency Mahogany Stool
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Sherborne, GB
English Regency mahogany stool in the manner of Gillows of Lancaster circa 1820, fully upholstered
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Mahogany

Marquetry inlaid oak dressing table
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Cheshire, GB
An inlaid oak dressing table by Gillows of Lancaster, the central adjustable mirror supported on an
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19th Century British Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Oak

Marquetry inlaid oak dressing table
Marquetry inlaid oak dressing table
$3,782 Sale Price
20% Off
Set Of 6 Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs Attributed To Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine set of 6 Regency dining chairs attributed to Gillows of Lancaster and London, having a
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Wood

Antique Regency Mahogany Metamorphic 3 Tier Dumbwaiter Pedestal Side Table 1830
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Portland, OR
Gillows of Lancaster, circa 1830. When closed this is a vesy useful side or serving table & when
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1830s English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Architect s Table by Gillows, England, circa 1815
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
, represents the pinnacle of early 19th-century English furniture craftsmanship. Constructed from rich San
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19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Mahogany

Early Pair of 19th Century English Regency Hall Chairs Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Dublin, IE
A fine pair of Regency hall / side chairs attributed to Gillows of Lancaster, with carved scallop
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Wood

Gillow and Co. Oak Octagonal Table, England, circa 1860
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Oxford, GB
Lancaster made furniture for the likes of Westminster Palace and the Houses of Parliament to name but a few
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Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Oak

A Beautiful and Rare Gillow Co. Mahogany Breakfront Library Desk, Circa 1870
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
Lancaster and London) Founded in Lancaster around 1730 by Robert Gillow, Gillows grew into one of England’s
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1870s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Leather, Mahogany

Gillows attr. An Aesthetic Movement tilt top dining table with floral inlays
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
Gillows of Lancaster attributed. An Aesthetic Movement tilt top dining table with floral inlays to
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1880s Aesthetic Movement Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Walnut

Pair of regency Library Chairs Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
Pair of Regency Library Chairs Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster These exceptional Regency
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1830s English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Mahogany

An unusual pair of Regency mahogany day beds in the manner of Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
Stuart, Gillows of Lancaster and London 1730-1840, Antique Collectors’ Club, Woodbridge, 2008, Vol. II, p
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Mahogany

19th Century Kidney Table with Marquetry and Gilt Brass
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
turned feet with gadrooned mounts and brass castors. circa 1870 Gillows of London & Lancaster The
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19th Century English French Provincial Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Brass

Pair of 19th Century English Regency Burl And Mahogany Console Tables
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Norwood, NJ
An exceptional and rare pair of English Regency console tables, dating to the Mid 19th century. Each table is crafted with dramatic sculptural form, featuring a boldly figured burl w...
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Late 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Burl, Walnut

Regency Mahogany Hall Chair by Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Sherborne, GB
Mahogany Regency hall chair by Gillows circa 1815 with Roman and Greek architectural influences, the top cresting rail has bold Greek key decoration, the back panel has a step oval c...
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1810s English Classical Roman Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Mahogany

Amboyna Burl Kidney Desk with Gilt Bronze, attributed to Gillows, circa 1870
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
England's most celebrated furniture-making firm. The piece is constructed from costly amboyna burl—one of
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Ormolu

19th Century Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport Desk, Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Solebury, PA
commissioned by Captain Davenport from the renowned Lancaster firm Gillows, to which this piece is attributed
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1860s Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Brass

C1815 Regency Brass inlaid Sideboard
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
A Very Fine Brass inlaid Sideboard Dated C1815 Brass Grilles Relined in Silk The interior consists with one Shelve
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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Rosewood

C1815 Regency Brass inlaid Sideboard
C1815 Regency Brass inlaid Sideboard
$15,348 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair Of Gillows Burr Walnut, Amboyna Parcel Gilt Cabinets With Mirrors
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Norwich, GB
’ has been associated with furniture making from the 1730s until the end of the 20th century, and was
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Velvet, Glass, Mirror, Boxwood, Ebony, Fruitwood, Walnut, Burl, Amboyna

Antique Victorian Green Leather Button Back Armchair Style of Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Antique Victorian Carved Walnut & Green Leather Button Back Elbow Chair With Brass Tacks In the Style Of Gillows The walnut frame features carved and ebonised details in the 'Aesthe...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Brass

Pair of 19th Century Satinwood Demi-lune Console Tables in the Sheraton Style
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
. Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster & London, they have serial numbers stamped to the under side of the
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19th Century English Sheraton Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Satinwood

Burr Walnut Brown Leather Regency Metamorphic Reading Armchair to Library Steps
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
armchair which converts into Library steps after the original 18th century design by Gillows of Lancaster
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18th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Leather, Walnut

Late Regency Giltwood Centre Table Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A very attractive antique late Regency giltwood centre table attributed to Gillow of Lancaster and
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Giltwood

19th Specimen Marble Topped Table
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
A Lovely C19th Marble Specimen Top Table standing on a Quatrafoil Base. Stunning Pietre dure Top The Top lobed edge with radiating Specimen Marbles.
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19th Century British William IV Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Mahogany

19th Specimen Marble Topped Table
19th Specimen Marble Topped Table
$9,353 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair of 19th Century English "C" Scroll Black Leather Library Armchairs
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
Lancaster Constructed in mahogany: the front legs of addorsed 'C' scrolls, confidently and exuberantly
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Leather, Mahogany

c1860
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Batley, GB
A good quality small mid 19th century iron back armchair. Raised on turned and carved walnut front legs with splayed rear legs and all with the original brass casers. In the manner o...
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Walnut

c1860
c1860
$2,055
Aesthetic Movement Walnut Octagonal Centre Table with Turned and Fluted Legs
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
Gillows of Lancaster, attributed. An Aesthetic Movement walnut octagonal centre table with turned
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Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Walnut

Antique 1810 Attributed to Gillows Metamorphic Leather Library Armchair Steps
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
-1820 metamorphic armchair which converts into Library steps attributed to Gillows of Lancaster and
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1810s English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Leather, Hardwood

Antique Pair of Regency Mahogany Hall Chairs by Gilllows, 19th Century
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful antique pair of Regency mahogany hall chairs by Gillows Lancaster, circa 1820
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1820s British Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Mahogany

ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN WALNUT MUSIC DRESSING TABLE STOOL DECORATIVE BASE CURVED SEAT
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Gillows of Lancaster and London and dates back to the early 19th century We have cleaned waxed and
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1880s English High Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Walnut

19th century nursing chair In Howe 36 Bourne Street Linen
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Batley, GB
A good quality 19th century bedroom or nursing chair attributed to Gillows c1860. Newly upholstered by us in Howe 36 Bourne Street - Cypress Linen 'Olive'. Raised on turned front le...
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Beech

Antique 1830 William IV Flamed Hardwood Metamorphic Library Armchair Steps
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lancaster and London. This is a wonderful piece of English history, I have never seen another with such
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1830s English William IV Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Hardwood

Antique Carved Oak 1890 Attributed to Gillows Metamorphic Library Armchair Table
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
metamorphic armchair which converts into a side table attributed to Gillow's of Lancaster and London. This
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1890s English Late Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Upholstery, Oak

A large George IV brass inlaid Gonçalo alves centre table attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
S. Stuart, Gillows of Lancaster and London 1730-1840, Antique Collectors’ Club, Woodbridge, 2008
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1820s English George IV Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Brass

19th Century English Regency Pollard Oak Centre/Drum Table Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Dublin, IE
Of Lancaster & London. The circular top, inset with a gilt tooled leather writing surface, houses
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Wood

English Regency Period 1820s Console Table in the Manner of Gillows London
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Atlanta, GA
Lancaster & London. Created in England during the first quarter of the 19th century, this console table
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Wood

William IV Two Tier Mahogany Table Attribruted to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A William IV two tier mahogany table attribruted to Gillows, with two circular shelves, the top one with a dished edge, supported on a reeded and turned baluster column with two flan...
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1830s English William IV Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Mahogany

George IV Carved Goncalo Alves Library or Sofa Table
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
A Fine Library Table in the manner of Gillows of Lancaster Constructed in a very fine and
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Wood

Fine early 19th Century Patented Imperial Dining Table by Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Richmond, VA
Fine early 19th century patented "Imperial" dining table by Gillows of Lancaster. This table is
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Mahogany

Hardstone and Rosewood Centre Table Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in New Orleans, LA
of furniture, however, is the exquisite inlaid table top. Featuring eighteen semi-precious and
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19th Century Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Agate, Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Porphyry

Set of 8 English Chippendale Brown Leather Chairs
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 8 English Chippendale style (late 19th Cent) chairs with a carved ribbon back design & new brown leather slip seat. (2 arms-26"w 24.5"d 41'h, 6 sides (att: GILLOWS)
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Late 19th Century English Chippendale Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Leather, Mahogany

19th Century English Leather and Mahogany Armchairs
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in San Francisco, CA
This fantastic pair of 19th Century English arm chairs, with a variation of the x-frame design, are made of mahogany and upholstered in an olive green, patinated leather. The carved ...
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Mid-19th Century British Georgian Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Leather, Mahogany

Pair of English Regency Mahogany Leather Tufted Arm Chairs w/ Reeded Legs C 1815
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of English Regency Mahogany leather tufted curvature arm chairs with stylized lyre back supports, curvature leather tacked seats, and resting on bulbous fluted reeded legs with ...
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1810s English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Brass

A Fine Suite of 12 Mahogany Dining Chairs by Gillows, c.1825
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
usually much more fashionable and up to date than those produced in Lancaster. Nonetheless, this suite is
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Brass

ELEGANT ViNTAGE GILLOWS REGENCY STYLE HARDWOOD SABER LEG OFFICE DESK CHAIr
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
with the elegant lines of the saber legs The chairs was originally designed by Gillows of Lancaster in
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Early 20th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Hardwood

19th Century Georgian Table with Italian Pietra Dura and Specimen Marble Top
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
A late Georgian table in the Gillows manner Constructed in goncalo alves, having an inset Florentine Pietra Dura platform; of free-standing, turned and tapering end support form, wi...
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19th Century English George IV Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Lapis Lazuli, Marble, Siena Marble

19th Century Satinwood Writing Table Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th Century English satinwood writing table by Gillows.With original leather gilded decoration and cedar drawers. With ball and claw feet on castors, boldly carved decoration on the...
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Leather, Cedar

Regency Rosewood Library Table Attributed To Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Sherborne, GB
English rosewood library table, attributed to Gillows of Lancaster and London. With elaborate holly
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Rosewood

Antique Early Victorian Hardwood Footstool Gillows Turned Legs Wingback Armchair
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this very nice early Victorian footstool with Gillows of Lancaster
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1840s English Early Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Elegant pair of Late Georgian mahogany Hall Chairs
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Elegant pair of Late George III mahogany hall chairs in the manner of Gillow circa 1800
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Early 19th Century British George III Antique Furniture Lancaster

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Mahogany

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Antique Furniture Lancaster For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique furniture lancaster available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and rosewood, every antique furniture lancaster was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an antique furniture lancaster — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique furniture lancaster, designed in the Regency, Georgian or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made antique furniture lancaster has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Gillows of Lancaster London, Bruce James Talbert and Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Furniture Lancaster?

Prices for an antique furniture lancaster can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $129 and can go as high as $337,006, while the average can fetch as much as $7,477.
Questions About Antique Furniture Lancaster
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    To identify your antique furniture, look for an engraving, tag, label or other marking that indicates who produced it. You may find it on the bottom or back of your furniture or inside a drawer or cabinet. Once you have located the marking, you can snap a photo of it and use a reverse image search to try and identify the maker. Or, you can type a description of the mark into a search engine. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to get assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
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    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.

    When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.

    Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture, first look at hidden areas, such as the backs or insides of the drawers. On reproduction furniture, you may find plywood or engineered wood in these areas, while antique furniture will usually have solid hardwood on drawer interiors and backs. Also, slight irregularities and marks indicating that the furniture was built with hand tools rather than machines usually suggest that the piece is antique. Because it can be difficult to differentiate reproductions from genuine antiques without expertise and training, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer about the age of your piece. Find a diverse assortment of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.