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18th Century British Regency Bureau Chiffonier in Manner of Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dallas, TX
acanthus leaf motifs.
This is a British piece by a really top quality maker, most likely Gillows of
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Late 18th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
English Regency Brass Mounted Mahogany 5-Tier Corner Shelf, Attributed Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
English Regency Brass-Mounted Mahogany 5-Tier Corner Étagère, Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
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19th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Brass
Gillows of Lancaster Regency Rococo Revival Rosewood Side Chairs, circa 1825
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Kinderhook, NY
chairs all signed by the legendary cabinetmaking firm Gillows of Lancaster having foliate and anthemion
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Early 19th Century English Rococo Revival Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Cane, Rosewood
19th Century English Regency Mahogany Open Cellarette Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dublin, IE
A fine early 19th Century English Regency mahogany open cellarette attributed to Gillows of
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Late English Regency Satinwood Davenport Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dublin, IE
A stunning quality late Regency satinwood Davenport, the sliding top section with three-quarter foliate brass gallery above a sloped and hinged leather inset top enclosing an arrange...
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19th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Satinwood
A Large Carved Wood
Gesso Fireplace by Gillows of London
Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Southall, GB
piece is signed by Gillows of Lancaster and London 1820 in the original pencil, as Gillows signed pencil.
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1820s English Neoclassical Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Plaster, Softwood
19th Century English Regency Pollard Oak Centre/Drum Table Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dublin, IE
A stunning early 19th century English Regency Pollard Oak drum /centre table Attributed to Gillows
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Wood
English Regency Period 1820s Console Table in the Manner of Gillows London
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Regency period console table from the early 19th century, in the manner of Gillows of
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Wood
Early 19th Century English Regency Specimen Wood Tables by Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dublin, IE
century, the Gillow firm established a reputation for producing the highest quality furniture, made by
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Wood
19th Century Shaped Centre Table with Inlay and Gilt Metal by Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, GB
An Antique Shaped Centre Table by Gillows
Constructed in Circassian walnut, with specimen woods
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Metal
SIX GILLOWS OF LANCASTER ATTRIBUTED ANTIQUE HARDWOOD REGENCY 1810 DINING CHAIRs
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Colonial Gillows of Lancaster Attributed solid Rosewood dining chairs with ornately carved back splats
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1810s English George III Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
George III Mahogany Carlton House Desk, attributed to Gillow of Lancaster.C.1790
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Huntington, NY
An exceptional Late 18th century Mahogany Carlton House desk attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
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18th Century George III Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Brass
Gillow
s of Lancaster, an Aesthetic Movement Walnut Armoire Wardrobe Compactum
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, GB
Gillow's of Lancaster, an Aesthetic Movement walnut armoire wardrobe compactum with lots of useful
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Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Walnut
An unusual pair of Regency mahogany day beds in the manner of Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
An unusual pair of Regency mahogany day beds in the manner of Gillows, one facing left and the
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century English Antique Library Bookcase Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dublin, IE
century, the Gillow firm established a reputation for producing the highest quality furniture, made by
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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Early 19th Century English Regency Open Bookcase Attributed To Gillows Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dublin, IE
attributed to Gillows of Lancaster, with a frieze drawer, the shelves flanked by cupboards and divided by
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19th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Wood
A George IV rosewood and scagliola occasional table attributed to Gillows c.1825
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
The rectangular top of this table tilts up to display a scagliola landscape scene showing the ruins of the Roman Forum, the Temples of Vespasian and Saturn, the Column of Phocas and ...
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1820s English William IV Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Scagliola, Rosewood
Unique Set of Four Walnut Framed Dining Chairs by Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Crawley, GB
sometimes incorporated ingenious devices. Gillows produced good, solid well- made furniture and were the
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1850s British Victorian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George III Mahogany Desk or Secretary Attributed to Gillows, English 1790
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Rome, IT
attributed to Gillows of Lancaster, circa 1780.
The secretary in the photo was exhibited and purchased at
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1780s British George III Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Aesthetic Movement ebonised hanging corner cabinet by Bruce Talbert for Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
floral decoration. The cabinet was designed by Bruce J Talbert and is attributed to Gillows.
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Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Rare Attributed to Gillows Regency Armchair Hand Dyed Brown Leather Hand-Painted
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
leather period Regency mahogany Chesterfield Porters armchair attributed to Gillows
A very good
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Early 1800s English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Leather
George III Mahogany Tallboy in the Manner of Robert Gillow
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
The Prevost Tallboy
Important George III mahogany tallboy in the manner of Robert Gillow, the
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1760s English George III Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Fine circa 1780 Georgian Shell Back Hall Chair Gillows of Lancaster Attributed
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
A very fine Georgian chair, clearly made by Gillows however as its not
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1780s English Georgian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Early 19th Century Side Chairs Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dublin, IE
A stunning pair of Regency mahogany side chairs attributed to Gillows of Lancaster, each moulded
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Fine Quality Victorian Kidney-Shaped Desk in Richly Figured Walnut by Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A fine quality Victorian kidney-shaped desk in richly figured burr walnut by Gillows, the leather
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1850s English Victorian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair of George III Mahogany Bedside Cabinet Nightstands Manner of Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, by appointment only
mahogany
With curved opposing doors and raised on tapering fluted legs in the manner of Gillows
The grain
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
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 Gillows Furniture
Materials
Brass
Early 19th Century Regency Specimen Table by Gillows of Lancaster and London
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th century regency marble top specimen centre table made by Gillows of Lancaster and London
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Marble
Late Regency Bird’s-Eye Maple Cylindrical Open Bookcase Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A late Regency bird’s-eye maple cylindrical open bookcase attributed to Gillows, the circular
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1820s English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Birdseye Maple
Early 19th Century Regency Pair of Hall Chairs by Gillows of Lancaster
London
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th century Regency pair of mahogany hall chairs by Gillows of London & Lancaster, the
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1810s Irish Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
A Fine Set of Ten George IV Dining Chairs, attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, GB
rail , having abutting scroll corners below carved scallop shells is a design seen in Gillows Lancaster
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Early 19th Century English George IV Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Cane, Beech
Fine and Unusual Early 19th Century Country House Planter After Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dublin, IE
A fine and unusual early 19th Century Country House mahogany planter in the manner of Gillows of
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19th Century English Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th Century George IV Pedestal Sideboard / Serving Table Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dublin, IE
to Gillows of Lancaster, the rectangular top with a superbly carved back of Grecian scroll and
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19th Century English George IV Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
George III Period Mahogany Fitted Desk Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
free standing desk.
A model is in the Gillow design book.
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18th Century English Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Brass
Rare Pair of Gillows Lancaster English Oak Antique Victorian Bookcase Cupboards
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
carved oak library bookcase cabinets made by the world famous firm of Gillows of Lancaster & London
If
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Oak
Very Fine George IV Mahogany and Ebony Partners Desk by Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very fine George IV mahogany and ebony partners desk by Gillows of Lancaster, circa 1825, the
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1820s English Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ebony, Mahogany
Waring
Gillows George Walton Style of, Arts
Crafts Wardrobe
Dressing Table
By George Walton, Waring
Gillow
Located in London, GB
Waring and Gillows. In the style of George Walton.
A rare Glasgow style Arts & Crafts oak wardrobe
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Oak
Gillows. A fine Aesthetic Movement side cabinet with hand painted floral panels
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, GB
Gillows. An Aesthetic Movement side cabinet with hand painted floral panels to the doors and
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1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Late Regency Gonçalo Alves Two-Door Side Cabinet Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A late Regency Gonçalo Alves two-door side cabinet firmly attributed to Gillows, of rectangular
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1820s English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Wood
A Fine George IV Period Breakfast Table, Stamped by Maker Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Fine George IV Period Breakfast Table, Stamped by the Maker, Gillows of Lancaster, c.1825 Of
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Early 19th Century English George IV Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Gillows. An Arts
Crafts Oak Treble Wardrobe with Ebony Floral Inlays
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, GB
Gillows. An Arts & Crafts Glasgow style Arts & Crafts oak treble wardrobe with ebony and walnut
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1890s British Arts and Crafts Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Ebony, Oak
Set 10 Custom-Made Solid Walnut Georgian Carved Dining Chairs Manner of Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
carved dining chairs, crafted in the distinguished manner of Gillows. Renowned for their exceptional
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Early 1900s English Georgian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$2,796 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Fine Regency Nest of Hardwood Tables with Chessboard Top Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Hardwood attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
A very fine nest, certainly made by Gillows, they are made
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1810s English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Hardwood, Walnut
Fine Pair of Late 19th Century Bronze and Sevres Porcelain Cabinets by Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Long Island City, NY
Cabinets
Gillows of Lancaster and London
The upper section with a pair of doors with Sèvres style
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Late 19th Century English Belle Époque Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$65,000 Sale Price / set
31% Off
Fine Pair of George III Mahogany Wine Cisterns Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
fronted shelf and a cellaret in the other.
Susan Stuart, 'Gillow of Lancaster and London', 2008 vol 1
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19th Century English George III Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Gillows Early 19th Century Quarter-Sawn Oak Centre Table w/ New Custom Leaves
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, by appointment only
Gillows of Lancaster and London 1730-1840, S Stuart. Believed one of only 2 ever produced.
England
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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Oak
Pair of English Louis XIV Style Breakfront Side Cabinets Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dublin, IE
them to a similarly conceived Louis XIV style cabinet with Butchoff Antiques which is stamped Gillows
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19th Century English Louis XIV Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Fine 19th Century Side or Serving Table in the Manner of Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine 19th Century mahogany side or serving table in the manner of Gillows of Lancaster and
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19th Century English Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th Century English Bonheur Du Jour Attributed To Gillows Of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine 19th century Burr walnut, ebonised , ormolu and porcelain Bonheur du jour, the superstructure with pierced brass galleries above an open compartment with mirrored interio...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Antique circa 1840 English Hardwood Three Tier Bookcase Trolly After Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very fine original circa 1840 English mahogany library bookshelf trolley on oversized William IV wagon wheels.
A good looking well made and...
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1840s English Early Victorian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
English Small Chest of Mahogany with Five Drawers in the Manner of Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Austin, TX
the manner of Gillows, with a moulded top over a frieze of five drawers, two shorter to the top, with
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Brass, Metal
Early 19th Century English Regency Mahogany Sideboard in the Manner of Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine early 19th century English Regency figured mahogany sideboard in the manner of Gillows
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Mid-19th Century Mahogany Tall Chests of Drawers attributed to Gillow
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, GB
, Richard and Robert. Over the course of the 19th century, Gillows became England's biggest furniture
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19th Century English Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Restored Gothic Revival Desk Side Bookcases Drawer Writing Slope Pugin Gillows
By Pugin, Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
partner desk with top drawer writing slope and side bookcases made by either Gillows of Lancaster or Pugin
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1840s English Gothic Revival Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Gillows Bench
By Jonathan Sainsbury
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A fine regency design Grand Tour inspired mahogany bench/hall seat of elegant proportions. Almost certainly designed by renowned Charles Heathcote Tatham.
Bespoke sizing, design a...
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19th Century British Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
$4,913 / item
Bruce Talbert, stamped Gillows. An Aesthetic Movement upholstered oak armchair.
By Bruce James Talbert, Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, GB
Bruce Talbert attributed, stamped Gillows. An Aesthetic Movement oak armchair. It was
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1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Oak
Bruce Talbert Gillows, Aesthetic Movement rosewood armchair with pink upholstery
By Gillows of Lancaster
London, Bruce James Talbert
Located in London, GB
Bruce Talbert for Gillows. An Aesthetic Movement Rosewood armchair with a pink button back
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1870s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
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Antique Gillows Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique gillows furniture available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of antique gillows furniture — often made from wood, mahogany and walnut — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of antique gillows furniture — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An object in our assortment of antique gillows furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Regency, Victorian and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of antique gillows furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gillows of Lancaster
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A piece of antique gillows furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $6,803, while the lowest priced sells for $134 and the highest can go for as much as $212,346.
Questions About Antique Gillows Furniture
- What is Gillow furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Gillow furniture was made by the company Gillows of Lancaster and London, or simply Gillow Co. This furniture-making brand was founded in the mid 1700s and continued with the founding family until 1814 when a buy-out happened. The name Gillow is still used because it had become synonymous with quality. Shop a collection of Gillow furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To identify Gillows furniture, look for the brand's mark. Most pieces feature one, but locations vary. Look under the tabletop, along the edges of the drawers and on the backs of legs and bases. Typically, the mark appears as a stamp, but the company's artisans sometimes drew it in pencil. Find a variety of expertly vetted Gillows furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Gillows of Lancaster London was an 18th-century furniture maker who created high-quality wood furniture designs. Many pieces may have a Gillows stamp along with a series of letters and numbers marked under tabletops, along the top edges of drawers or some other hidden spot. The materials used and craftsmanship will also help identify an authentic Gillows piece. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your piece. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a variety of expertly vetted antique Gillows furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Gillows furniture was made in Lancaster and London, UK. The company is best known for producing ornate wood tables, cabinets and desks. Furniture-maker Robert Gillow started the company around 1730. You can find a selection of Gillows furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is antique furniture in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertMay 30, 2024To 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.
- What makes furniture an antique?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024To 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, 2024Many 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, 2021Antique 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, 2024Whether 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, 2024To 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024How 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, 2021The 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
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To 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, 2024To 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, 2024To 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, 2024To 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, 2024To 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.
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