Waring & Gillow Wardrobes and Armoires
British
Historic furniture manufacturing company Waring & Gillow Ltd. was at the forefront of luxury English furnishings for the better part of a century. Having furnished era-defining ocean liners — including the RMS Lusitania and HMS Queen Mary — the company’s name was synonymous with prestige.
It began as an informal partnership between English furniture companies Gillows of Lancaster and Warings of Liverpool. Gillows had built a reputation in the 18th and early 19th centuries by providing high-end furniture to some of the country’s wealthiest families. In the 19th century, the Waring company had supplied furniture to major hotels and public buildings across Europe.
The two companies formally merged in 1903, becoming Waring & Gillow. With this combined expertise, the company flourished for decades. During the world wars, Waring & Gillow converted their factories to produce protective clothing, glider wings and ammunition chests, among many other products.
In 1953, retail conglomerate Great Universal Stores acquired the company and kept the Waring & Gillow name. In 1960, Great Universal Stores sold off a large share of the operation to the John Peters furniture retailer, while maintaining some of its manufacturing facilities.
In the 1980s, Waring & Gillow was merged with furniture company Maple and Co. and rebranded as Maple, Waring and Gillow. The spirit of the original Waring & Gillow companies still resonated in the sophisticated designs and quality manufacturing.
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Creator: Waring & Gillow
FINE 1920'S WARING & GILLOW LANCASTER BURR WALNUT DOUBLE WARDROBE j1
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Exquisite 1920's Waring & Gillow Lancaster Burr Walnut Double Wardrobe.
This is a fine example of luxurious craftsmanship from the Art Dec...
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20th Century British Waring & Gillow Wardrobes and Armoires
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Stunning 1932 Waring & Gillow Burr Walnut Double Bank Wardrobe with Mirror
By Waring & Gillow
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning burr walnut Waring & Gillow 1932 double bank wardrobe with built in mirror.
This piece is part of a suite, I also have the matching dressing table, bedside tables and twin beds along with a triple bank wardrobe...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Waring & Gillow Wardrobes and Armoires
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Finest Quality Waring & Gillow Burr Walnut Triple Wardrobe Part of Large Suite
By Waring & Gillow
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this finest quality Waring & Gillow Lancaster, burr walnut inlaid wardrobe which is part of a suite.
This piece is part of a bedroom set, I have in total a triple bank wardrobe...
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20th Century English Victorian Waring & Gillow Wardrobes and Armoires
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1956 SIR WILLIAM COCKER WARING & GILLOW BEDROOM SUITE ART WORK WARDROBE DRAWERs
By Waring & Gillow
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this one of kind, highly collectable, finest quality, custom made to order by Sir William Cocker, flamed mah...
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1950s English Victorian Vintage Waring & Gillow Wardrobes and Armoires
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Stunning Waring & Gillow Ladies Wardrobe with Shelves & Bow Front Cabriole Legs
By Waring & Gillow
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We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Warring & Gillow Mahogany Ladies Wardrobe with bow front and shelves.
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Waring & Gillows George Walton Style of, Arts & Crafts Wardrobe & Dressing Table
By Waring & Gillow, George Walton
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Waring and Gillows. In the style of George Walton.
A rare Glasgow style Arts & Crafts oak wardrobe with a matching dressing table combined with a well balanced use of chequered inla...
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Midcentury Vintage Walnut Wardrobe from Waring and Gillow, 1960s
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Located in South Shields, GB
A walnut wardrobe from Waring and Gillow, circa 1950s
They were possibly one of the last pieces of furniture off the Lancaster factory's production line - before the company were tak...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Waring & Gillow Wardrobes and Armoires
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Waring & Gillow wardrobes and armoires are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Waring & Gillow wardrobes and armoires, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original wardrobes and armoires by Waring & Gillow were created in the Art Deco style in united kingdom during the 20th century. Prices for Waring & Gillow wardrobes and armoires can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,288 and can go as high as $25,906, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,207.
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- 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.
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