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Waring & Gillow Cabinets

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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.

On 1stDibs, shop antique Waring & Gillow tables, cabinets and desks.

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Creator: Waring & Gillow
Waring & Gillow Carved Oak Court Cupboard, c. 1900
By Waring & Gillow
Located in High Point, NC
Circa 1900-1909 English oak court cupboard by Waring & Gillow. This cupboard is of tremendous quality and has a heavily carved case. The upper molding is heavily carved and is over t...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Waring & Gillow Cabinets

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Fine Vintage Waring & Gillows Ltd Fully Stamped Flamed Hardwood Drinks Cabinet
By Waring & Gillow
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very well made flamed mahogany Waring & Gillow drinks cabinet with original stamps to the inside and top of the door A very well made and g...
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Fine Early Twentieth Century Inlaid Mahogany Display Cabinet
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Dublin, IE
Early twentieth century inlaid mahogany display cabinet. The moulded bow front top raised above centred glass door with brass escutcheon and key flanked by two shaped glass panels en...
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Early 20th Century English Waring & Gillow Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of Waring & Gillow 1932 Burr Walnut Bedside Cupboards or Lamp Wine Tables
By Waring & Gillow
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of burr walnut Waring & Gillow 1932 bedside lamp wine table cupboards These are very good looking well made and decorative pi...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Waring & Gillow Cabinets

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Walnut

Waring and Gillows, an Exceptional, Bow Fronted Inlaid Display Cabinet
By Waring & Gillow
Located in London, GB
An outstanding Arts & Crafts display cabinet, with stylized ebony and pewter inlays. Arched bevelled mirror to the back above display area, flanked by two upper shelves stylized inla...
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FINE ANTiQUE ART DECO WARING & GILLOW BURR WALNUT HOUSEKEEPERS LINEN CUPBOARD
By Waring & Gillow
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Art Deco Burr Walnut Waring & Gillow Housekeepers cupboard Please note the delivery ...
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Waring & Gillow cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Waring & Gillow cabinets 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 cabinets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original cabinets by Waring & Gillow were created in the Art Deco style in united kingdom during the 20th century. Prices for Waring & Gillow cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,943 and can go as high as $5,698, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,821.
Questions About Waring & Gillow Cabinets
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    Gillow 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, 2022
    To 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Gillows 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Gillows 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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