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Unique Set of Four Walnut Framed Dining Chairs by Gillows of Lancaster

Name: Unique Set of Four Walnut Framed Dining Chairs by Gillows of Lancaster
Brand: Gillows of Lancaster & London
Price: 5030.33 USD
Availability: InStock

About the Item

For sale a set of four Victorian walnut framed dining chairs by Gillow of Lancaster , raised on fluted tapering legs , bearing stamped maker s marks to seat rails. According to Wikipedia the stamps from the chairs they been made between 1850-1870 proving authenticity. 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. Don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Please have a closer look at the pictures because they form part of the description. Dimensions Height - 90 Width - 46 Depth - 48 All our measurements are taken at the widest point, if you need specific measurements or anything additional please contact us and we would be happy to provide them for you. Antique and vintage used items will show signs of wear which form part of their character. All our items are cleaned thoroughly, then a coat of wax is applied to revive the leather and wood and finally hand Before Buying. Please make sure you are happy with the condition you see in the pictures, viewings are possible via appointment only. Please make sure any questions you may have regarding the product, are asked before bidding.

Creator:

Gillows of Lancaster & London (Manufacturer)

Dimensions:

Height: 35.44 in (90 cm)Width: 18.12 in (46 cm)Depth: 18.9 in (48 cm)

Sold As:

Set of 4

Style:

Victorian (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Walnut,Embroidered

Place of Origin:

United Kingdom

Period:

1850-1859

Date of Manufacture:

1850

Condition:

Repaired: Some repairs on the back of the chairs please check picture , but the chairs they are in good condition and the frame is very solid . Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

Crawley, GB

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU8702234324662

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It would be difficult to find an antique furniture enthusiast or collector unfamiliar with the name Gillows of Lancaster and London. The British furniture company — which has earned references in the writings of Jane Austen and elsewhere in literature — is renowned for its exceptional quality craftsmanship, and attracted designers such as Thomas Chippendale, Thomas Sheraton and George Hepplewhite in its heyday.

The firm was founded circa 1730 by Robert Gillow (1704–72), who worked as a joiner, housebuilder and overseas merchant before making furniture for homes and export. Gillow established his business in his home city of Lancaster. However, the company later expanded into London in the 1750s after Robert entered into a partnership with his son, Richard, who apprenticed with a London architect and learned the merchant trade in Barbados. Richard had entrepreneurial aptitude — he managed apprenticeships at the firm, ensured that quality materials were a priority, navigated economic hardships, and designed furniture, too. He created seating based on sketches drawn by his cousin, James Gillow, in London.

London’s wealthy upper class took notice of the Gillows’ high-quality furniture, which came to include bedroom furniture, cabinets, a range of seating and other pieces made of rosewood or rich mahogany imported from the West Indies and Jamaica. By the end of the 18th century, the manufacturer was one of the leading furniture makers in Britain. Gillows designed its own furnishings and worked with significant designers; they had in-house upholsterers and cabinetmakers and employed decorative techniques such as “japanning” in their designs.

Gillows of Lancaster and London became Gillow & Co. in 1813 after selling to Redmayne, Whiteside and Ferguson. The company continued to thrive throughout the Georgian era and into the Victorian period, a time that yielded well-known collaborations with Scottish architect and designer Bruce Talbert on a regular basis. High-brow clients of the manufacturer clamored for their inventive and functional designs for tables and writing desks, many of which incorporated whimsical elements such as secret and pop-up drawers. There was also demand for earlier Gillow designs such as Baroque and Gothic Revival pieces as well as adaptations of Chippendale works.

Despite their success, Gillow & Co. entered into financial hardship during the late 1800s with the advent of mass-produced furniture. By 1903, they merged with Waring of Liverpool to become Waring and Gillows and, in 1980, were taken over by Maple & Co. to become Maple, Waring and Gillow. Today, many Gillows of Lancaster and London pieces are in museums throughout the United Kingdom, New Zealand and Australia.

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