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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Very Rare Stamped Waring & Gillow 1960 U.K.A.E.A UK Atomic Energy Authority Desk
By Waring & Gillow
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare original fully stamped Waring & Gillow 1960 light walnut U.K.A.E.A Uk Atomic Energy Authority double sided walnut desk This desk ...
Walnut
Waring & Gillow. A pair of oak Arts and Crafts Glasgow style side table
By Waring & Gillow
Located in London, GB
Waring and Gillow. A pair of Arts and Crafts side table with oblong top and curved aprons below stood on slender tapering legs united by stretchers and a conforming lower shelf. Pric...
Oak
Arts & Crafts side table with oblong chequered inlaid top & curved aprons below.
By Waring & Gillow
Located in London, GB
Waring and Gillow. An Arts and Crafts side table with oblong chequered inlaid top and curved aprons below stood on slender tapering legs united by stretchers and a conforming lower s...
Oak
Waring and Gillows A pair of Arts & Crafts oblong side tables with curved aprons
By Waring & Gillow
Located in London, GB
Waring and Gillow. A pair of Arts and Crafts side tables with oblong tops and curved aprons below stood on slender tapering legs un...
Oak
Waring and Gillow. A good quality little Arts and Crafts oak sidetable
By Waring & Gillow
Located in London, GB
Waring and Gillow. A good quality little Arts and Crafts oak sidetable of fine proportions with slender tapering legs.
Oak
Waring and Gillow Signed Paneled Top Draw-Leaf Table, Circa 1920
By Waring & Gillow
Located in High Point, NC
Wonderful paneled top draw-leaf table made from oak and labeled Waring & Gillow. This is a gorgeous table which has a three panel top, with two leaves stored underneath the top fo...
Oak
Art Deco Centre Table By Waring & Gillow
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Petworth, GB
Art Deco centre table Constructed using silky oak for the sides and plinth. The table top, base and fascia are made from highly figured polla...
Oak
Fine Chinoiserie Decorated Dressing Table Circa 1900
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Dereham, GB
Fine Chinoiserie Decorated Dressing Table circa 1900 Cream in colour7 Drawer Base Decorated With Houses, Figures, Trees, Flowers , & Foliage Sitting on Cabriole shaped Legs, With: F...
Lacquer
1930s WARING & GILLOW WALNUT ROUND SiDE TABLE QUEEN ANNE STYLE
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London This elegant vintage mahogany side table by Waring & Gillow (1952) Ltd showcases the timeless charm of Queen Anne styling. Crafted in their historic Lancaster ...
Walnut
WARING & GILLOW PARIS THOMAS CHIPPENDALE TASTE LiBRARY DESK BROWN LEATHER TOP
By Waring & Gillow
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite Waring & Gillow Paris writing table with the original hand dyed brown leather top ...
Leather, Hardwood
Robert Gillows II 1790 Writing Library Hardwood Chest of Drawers Leather Slope
By Gillows of Lancaster & London, Waring & Gillow
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare circa 1790 Georgian writing Library chest of drawers with desk secretaire by Gillows of Lancaster and L...
Leather, Hardwood
$5,375
H 28.94 in W 46.86 in D 25.2 in
WARING & GILLOW PARIS THOMAS CHIPPENDALE TASTE LiBRARY DESK BROWN LEATHER TOP
By Waring & Gillow
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite Waring & Gillow Paris writing table with the original hand dyed brown leather top ...
Leather, Hardwood
$11,499
H 28.75 in W 38 in D 21.07 in
Fine 19th Century Gillows Parquetry and Gilt Bronze Kidney Shaped Table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Benington, Herts
An extremely fine gilt bronze mounted parquetry kidney shaped writing table attributed to Gillows of Lancaster. English Circa 1865 The rosewood lozenge trellis inlaid kidney shape...
Bronze
Elegant Neoclassical Desk by Baker
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant neoclassical desk, designed for Baker, circa 1960s. It is a versatile size and would make a great desk, console table, dressing table, or vanity. It offers a nice amount of s...
Brass
Antique Oak Cricket Table by Heals of London Arts & Crafts Period
By Heal's
Located in Norwich, GB
A rare design Heal & Son oak cricket table. Maker's label. Circa 1900. The table is in very good condition, and has been cleaned and waxed. There are a few marks consistent wi...
Oak
1968 Executive Desk
By Warren Platner
Located in Hanover, MA
Executive desk formerly belonging to noted architect George M. Notter, (1933–2007) of the Boston firm Anderson Notter Finegold (now known as Finegold Alexander Architects). Current institutional memory at the firm suggests it was a special order from Herman Miller for the then new New York offices of MGM, however Herman Miller's archivist was unable to confirm. Styling, particularly the distinctive slim milled aluminum tracks through which the entire drawer carriage glides is clearly similar to Warren Platner's designs for Lehigh-Leopold which were then among the most costly of executive office furnishings. The bent flat bar chromed steel base with its distinctive pigeon toe splay is somewhat similar to a table base in Stow Davis' Electa Series, designed by Alexis Yermakov circa 1971. Walnut laminate top is very clean with no issues. One corner edge shows a small separation. The only identifying markings are within the milled aluminum channel: G.P. F.I. 2 And the date Dec. 20, 1968. See image 18. Between the rectangular laminate top and the chrome base is a heavy blackened steel plate. Underneath the bent chrome pigeon toe feet are bars of a thick phenolic material which act as floor protector. We can have keys made to fit the two locking drawers. Tim Anderson...
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
$1,175Sale Price|20% Off
H 26.19 in W 15.75 in D 15.56 in
Oak Art Nouveau Arts & Crafts Side Table, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Nouveau Arts & Crafts side table. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid oak frame with hand-carved flowers on top and legs. This wonderful Art Nouveau ...
Oak
$2,140Sale Price|20% Off
H 29 in W 51.75 in D 34.13 in
Danish Modern Teak Expandable Draw Leaf Dining Table
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century expanding dining table in teak circa 1960's. This simple and modern piece seats up to six comfortably extending with two leaves that self store underneath the tabletop. F...
Wood, Teak
$3,295
H 28.5 in W 40.25 in D 40.25 in
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Leather Top Center Table
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts center table or breakfast table By Gustav Stickley (signed with red decal) USA, Circa 1900 Solid ...
Leather, Oak
French Mahogany Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted with figured flame mahogany, this writing desk features a luxurious leather inlaid surface. The meticulously designed structure includes five drawers surrounding a generous k...
Wood
$1,292
H 22.84 in W 22.45 in D 13.78 in
1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Side Table, Arts and Crafts
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Discover the Finnish Mid-century Modern Burl Wood Side Table, a hand-made unique piece that embodies the essence of Scandinavian Vintage Design. Its organic design create an eye catc...
Burl
$5,375
H 27.17 in W 28.35 in D 16.15 in
Antique English Shapland & Petter Arts & Crafts Golden Oak Side Table C.1890
By Shapland & Petter
Located in London, GB
Antique English Arts & Crafts golden oak side table By Shapland & Petter, Devon, England circa 1890 Very good condition commensurate of ag...
Oak
$2,995
H 17.75 in W 22 in D 22 in
Catalina California or Mission Arts & Crafts Style Spanish Tile Top Side Table
By Catalina Pottery
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous Catalina, California, Taylor, or Mission Arts & Crafts style Spanish tile top side or end table. Comprised of a square top with four ceramic tiles inlaid in an oak frame and...
Ceramic, Oak
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H 22.84 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in
Antique art deco book / side table by Waring & Gillow, England c.1930
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Bristol, GB
Superb Art Deco era book or side table in mahogany. Manufactured in England c.1920-30 by the esteemed Waring & Gillow company and retailed by P.E Gane of Bristol, England. These...
Wood
Art Deco Coffee Table by Waring & Gillow
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco maple and lacewood coffee table by Waring & Gillow. Label to underneath. Dimensions: H 42cm W 150cm D 57.5cm Origin: English Date: Circa 1935 Item Number: 0506254 A...
Maple
Edwardian Mahogany 2 tier table Waring & Gillow
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Dereham, GB
Edwardian Mahogany 2 tier table Waring & Gillow In the Hepplewhite Manner. Mahogany top with upstand at back, Single drawer at front, Mahogany l...
Mahogany
Art Deco Walnut Desk by Waring and Gillows
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
Art Deco Walnut Desk This exceptional Art Deco walnut desk, a stunning centre piece that seamlessly combines functionality and elegance. Crafted by the renowned Waring and Gillow in...
Walnut
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H 29.93 in W 43.31 in D 20.87 in
Art Deco Walnut Dressing Table & Chair from Waring and Gillow, 1930s
By Waring & Gillow
Located in South Shields, GB
An impressive quality Art Deco burr walnut dressing table Made by Waring and Gillow, circa 1930s Standing on Queen Anne style legs Featuring five drawers with metal drop handle...
Wood, Walnut
Antique Inlaid Walnut Side Table by Waring and Gillow
By Waring & Gillow
Located in London, GB
A smart and extremely well made antique inlaid walnut side table by Waring and Gillow. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1890-1910 period. It is of extremely fine q...
Satinwood, Walnut
Antique Walnut Coffee Table by Waring and Gillow
By Waring & Gillow
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique walnut coffee table by Waring and Gillow. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1930’s. The quality is su...
Walnut
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H 59.45 in W 44.49 in D 22.05 in
STUNNING WARING & GILLOW TRIPLE MIRROR BURR WALNUT DRESSING TABLE j1
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Stunning Waring & Gillow Burr Walnut Dressing Table. This would exude luxury and sophistication in any bedroom setting. This exquisite piece of furniture would be meticulously crafted with attention to detail and feature the highest quality materials. The mirror has foxing, we did not replace the mirror as this is desirable for some people. However if the customer wishes us to replace the mirror, then we can do so for a small fee. The table is stamped with the maker's name and has a label on the side of one of the drawers. The dressing table showcases a beautiful burr walnut wood construction, known for its unique grain patterns and rich, golden-brown tones. The natural beauty of the burr walnut wood is accentuated by a polished finish, creating a lustrous and elegant appearance. The dresser top of the Waring & Gillow dressing table...
Walnut
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H 27.37 in W 43.12 in D 18.12 in
FINE ANTIQUE ART DECO WARING & GILLOW 1932 STAMPED BURR WALNUT DRESSiNG TABLE
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 1932 stamped dressing table Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price This piece is very well made and decorative piece, designed and crafted by the geniuses that were Waring & Gillow, the drawer has the original plaque, the burr walnut timber patina is exquisite especially to the top Please note this table doesn't have a mirror as it was being used with a very large wall mounted piece of glass, not the traditional table mounted mirror...
Walnut
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H 29.53 in W 72.45 in D 42.13 in
Art Deco Ten Seater Satinwood Dining Table and Ten Chairs by Waring & Gillow
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco ten seater dining suite by Waring & Gillows. Extendable dining table with two drop in leaves. Satinwood veneered on solid mahogany with figured walnut banding set over a ...
Leather, Satinwood
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H 63.39 in W 44.49 in D 20.48 in
Waring & Gillow 1932 Antiqued Hand Painted Beige Bronze Patterns Dressing Table
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Waring & Gillow 1932 Antiqued Hand Painted Dressing Table. An antiqued hand-painted dressing tab...
Wood, Paint
Art Deco Yew Wood Side Table by Waring & Gillow Ltd, circa 1935
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco side table by Waring & Gillow. Burr Yew veneered with macassar ebony banding. Open two tiered shelving. Waring and Gillow Ltd label to underneath. Dimensions: H 53.5c...
Macassar, Yew