Pair of Early 19th Century Mahogany Bookcases Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster

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Pair of Early 19th Century Mahogany Bookcases Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster

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A pair of English Regency flame mahogany two door inverted breakfront bookcases attributed to Gillows of Lancaster, the top section with moulded cornice with applied ormolu plaques depicting opposing griffins above two geometric glazed doors with flanking columns, enclosing a shelved interior over two fielded cupboard doors again with flanking columns enclosing a shelved interior resting on a outset plinth base. Circa 1828 English The pair of bookcases are in two section for transport purposes. Artists Biography: The Gillow family of cabinet makers and upholsters came to prominence with Richard Gillow (1733 – 1811), the son of Robert Gillow, founder of the firm. Gillow’s reputation as one of the leading British cabinet making firms of the 18th and 19th centuries was established by contributions from some ten members of the family over three generations. During the 18th century, the Gillow firm established a reputation for producing the highest quality furniture, made by competent workmen from the best woods, in elegant but practical styles. These sometimes incorporated ingenious devices. Gillows produced good, solid well- made furniture and were the only 18th century cabinet makers to establish and maintain a branch in both London (opened 1770) and the provinces. The Gillow Archives (now in the City of Westminster Archives Centre) comprise mainly the business records of the Lancaster branch from about 1728 to 1932 and include estimate sketches and memorandum books from 1759 to 1905. They are the longest and largest cabinet maker’s records to have survived in the world. The social status of members of the Gillow family changed as their wealth and influence increased, progressing from successful artisan craftsmen in the 1740’s to established members of the squirearchy by the early 19th century.

Attributed to:
Gillows of Lancaster & London (Cabinetmaker)
Dimensions:
Height: 91.34 in (232 cm)Width: 51.58 in (131 cm)Depth: 17.41 in (44.2 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 2
Style:
Regency (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Mahogany
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
Early 19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1828
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Dublin, IE
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU5735229390962