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Gillows of Lancaster Bonheur Du Jour.
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Batley, GB
of Lancaster. English c1820
Category
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
Gillows of Lancaster Mahogany Writing Table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
, terminating in the best quality Cope and Collinson brass castors.
This item is stamped "Gillows Lancaster" on
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
Mahogany Console Side Table by Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Swadlincote, GB
Lancaster. single drawer and very crisp carvings, in excellent original condition.
Category
19th Century English Adam Style Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
Gillows Of Lancaster Gothic Revival Bookcase
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Southall, GB
Hepplewhite.
The firm was founded around 1730 by Robert Gillows and went on to create furniture for Londons
Category
Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
Gillows of Lancaster marquetry inlaid oak wardrobe
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Cheshire, GB
Gillows of Lancaster marquetry inlaid oak wardrobe, having carved moulded cornice above large
Category
19th Century British Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Oak
Gillows Of Lancaster Superb Victorian Carved Oak Library Table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Crawley, GB
style, by Gillow of Lancaster, mid 19th century; the rectangular top with pronounced medullary rays; the
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Mid-19th Century British Elizabethan Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Brass
Little 19th Century Desk by Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
A beautiful little desk made by Gillows of Lancaster in the 19th century. The drawer is stamped
Category
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Oak
Antique End Support Table Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
A fine end support table firmly attributed to Gillows of Lancaster.
Constructed in a well
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Early 19th Century British George IV Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Wood
Mahogany Table Mirror by Gillows of Lancaster, England circa 1830
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Knutsford, GB
A fine mahogany table mirror by Gillows of Lancaster.
Carved with reeded supports, Scrollwork
Category
1830s European Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Regency Canterbury By Gillows Of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, IE
London & Lancaster, with three separate partitions above a single drawer to the front and terminating on
Category
19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Wood
Gillows of Lancaster Aesthetic Movement Amboyna Burr Walnut Occasional Table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
restored, super quality Gillows of Lancaster & London Amboyna wood & burr walnut ebonised aesthetic
Category
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Walnut
Regency Mahogany Dressing Table by Gillows of Lancaster & London
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Sherborne, GB
This English Regency Mahogany dressing table by Gillows of Lancaster and London is Gillows at its
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Regency Mahogany Hall Chairs by Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
hall chair see Susan E Stuart, Gillows of LANCASTER and LONDON 1730-1840, Antique Collectors' Club
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
Restored Metamorphic Antique Regency Armchair to Library Steps Gillows Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lancaster.
This wonderful piece of English history has been on a journey of restoration, the frame has been
Category
19th Century English Georgian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 35.83 in W 24.22 in D 24.61 in
Gillows of Lancaster An Aesthetic Movement ebonized circular side table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
Gillows attributed. An Aesthetic Movement ebonized circular side table with carved sunflower floret to the top with three turned, carved and incised gilt decoration to the legs and t...
Category
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Walnut
H 27.17 in W 21.86 in D 21.86 in
Regency Mahogany Extending Dining Table Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A fine Regency mahogany dining table attributed to Gillows of Lancaster: good model with shallow
Category
Early 1800s English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
H 28.75 in W 117 in D 52 in
George IV Period Games Table Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
Constructed in a finely figured goncalo alves; the end supports having square uprights, each enclosing three tapering and turned ‘triple spindles’, with ‘running pearl’ adornments, a...
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19th Century English George IV Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Wood
Antique Brass Inlaid Rosewood English Jewelry Sewing Casket Gillows Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, Ireland
, the quality of this item is firmly attributed to furniture makers Gillows of Lancaster.
The
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19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Crystal, Brass
H 5.5 in W 10 in D 7.25 in
Regency Mahogany Centre Table in the manner of Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A fine Regency mahogany centre table in the manner of Gillows of Lancaster; the four-splay reeded
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1810s English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
Gillows of Lancaster George 3rd Painted and Parcel Gilt Arm Chair
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Sherborne, GB
Untouched stunning Gillows of Lancaster and London George 3rd cream painted and parcel gilt arm
Category
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Cane, Beech, Giltwood, Paint
Crocodile Mahogany Side Table by Gillows of Lancaster & London, circa 1820
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Kinderhook, NY
Gillows of Lancaster and London of rectangular form having an exquisitely grained solid 'crocodile
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
H 29 in W 30 in D 21.75 in
Antique English Georgian Gillows of Lancaster Leather Library Chair C.1830
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
Antique English 19th century Georgian Gillows Of Lancaster leather library chair c.1830
An oak
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Oak, Leather
H 26.38 in W 28.35 in D 23.63 in
Regency Period Rosewood Sofa Games Table Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Regency period rosewood sofa games table attributed to Gillows of Lancaster; the top with rounded
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Rosewood
H 29.5 in W 54.75 in D 24.25 in
Gillows of Lancaster attri., Gothic Revival Oak Architect's Desk
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster. A rare Gothic Revival architect's folding desk. The top has
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Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Oak
Very Rare Gillows of Lancaster Regency Hardwood Harpist Height Adjustable Chair
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
London, also known as Gillow & Co, was an English furniture making firm based in Lancaster, Lancashire
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Wood, Beech
H 32.29 in Dm 17.72 in
Nest of Regency Specimen Wood Tables by Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A nest of Regency specimen wood tables by Gillows of Lancaster, each with a rectangular top and
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1810s English Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Rosewood
Early 19th Century English Regency Canterbury Attributed To Gillows, Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, IE
A stunning early 19th century canterbury by Gillows of Lancaster, with three tall flat X form slots
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Wood
H 22.05 in W 18.51 in D 14.3 in
Fine Antique Gillows of Lancaster Height Adjustable Piano Stool Embroidered Seat
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
adjustable piano stool with hand embroidered seat attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
A very good looking
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Hardwood
H 17.92 in Dm 12.8 in
A Fine Pair of George III Mahogany Hall Chairs by Gillows, Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
A Fine Pair of George III Mahogany Hall Chairs by Gillows, Lancaster
The pierced oval backs above
Category
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Gonzalo Alves Games / Card Table By Gillows Of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, IE
A mid 19th century Goncalo Alves card table by Gillows of Lancaster, the hinged rectangular top
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Wood
H 29.49 in W 35.79 in D 19.81 in
Large 19th Century English William IV Settee Attributed To Gillows Of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, IE
Gillows of Lancaster in the Grecian manner. Standing on four large bulbous style turned legs, above a
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Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
H 36.5 in W 86.26 in D 36.5 in
Rare Gillows Lancaster 1789-1795 George III American Walnut Dining Table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime fully restored circa 1789-95 Gillows Lancaster
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1780s English George III Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Walnut
H 30.32 in W 245.28 in D 59.85 in
Early 19th Century English Regency Side Table Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, IE
A fine Regency mahogany occasional table attributed to Gillows of Lancaster, with tray top above
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Wood
H 29.93 in W 25.6 in D 20.87 in
Pedestal Desk in the Manner of Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
An exceptional mid-19th century pedestal desk in figured mahogany; the front with blind pilasters; mahogany lined drawers hung with fine cast loop handles; the top fitted with slides...
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1840s English Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century English Regency Card Table Stamped Gillows Of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine Regency mahogany fold over games table, the hinged rectangular top with beaded edge, enclosing a green baize lined playing surface, the underside stamped 'Gillows' above ...
Category
19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
H 29.53 in W 36.23 in D 17.92 in
Pair Of Regency Mahogany Hall Chairs 1810 Gillows Of Lancaster Country House
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
condition. Attributed to world-renowned Gillows of Lancaster and likely made around 1810, this extremely
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1810s British Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
H 36.03 in W 18.31 in D 17.33 in
After Gillows of Lancaster Antique Hardwood Pie Crust Claw & Ball End Table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
original by Gillow's of Lancaster
A very good looking well made and decorative piece, it sits
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Hardwood
H 25.6 in W 15.16 in D 14.77 in
Gillows of Lancaster Regency Rococo Revival Rosewood Side Chairs, circa 1825
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Kinderhook, NY
chairs all signed by the legendary cabinetmaking firm Gillows of Lancaster having foliate and anthemion
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Early 19th Century English Rococo Revival Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Cane, Rosewood
H 33.5 in W 19.5 in D 20.75 in
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN GILLOWS LANCASTER AESTHETiC MOVEMENT AMBOYNA WOOD BOOK TABLE
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
of Lancaster & London
Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Ebony, Amboyna
H 30.52 in W 20.87 in D 18.9 in
Antique Victorian Ash & Burr Walnut Gillows of Lancaster Cheval Mirror Sconces
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
& Co., was an English furniture making firm based in Lancaster, Lancashire, and in London. It was
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Ash, Walnut, Mirror
H 75.4 in W 37.41 in D 21.66 in
George III Cellarette Attributed to Gillows of London and Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, by appointment only
furniture outside of London. The Lancaster based company who also uniquely opened workshops in London during
Category
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
SIX GILLOWS OF LANCASTER ATTRIBUTED ANTIQUE HARDWOOD REGENCY 1810 DINING CHAIRs
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Colonial Gillows of Lancaster Attributed solid Rosewood dining chairs with ornately carved back splats
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1810s English George III Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Hardwood
H 31.89 in W 17.72 in D 19.69 in
Gillow's of Lancaster, an Aesthetic Movement Walnut Armoire Wardrobe Compactum
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
Gillow's of Lancaster, an Aesthetic Movement walnut armoire wardrobe compactum with lots of useful
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Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Walnut
H 85 in W 52.25 in D 25.25 in
Stamped Gillows Lancaster Double Sided Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Figured Oak
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lancaster and London
I’ll include a short biography below on Gillows for those who aren’t fine furniture
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19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Amboyna
H 29.73 in W 53.75 in D 33.27 in
Early 19th Century Regency Specimen Table by Gillows of Lancaster and London
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th century regency marble top specimen centre table made by Gillows of Lancaster and London
Category
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Marble
Pair of Early 19th Century Side Chairs Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, IE
A stunning pair of Regency mahogany side chairs attributed to Gillows of Lancaster, each moulded
Category
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 33.86 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in
Early 19th Century Regency Pair of Hall Chairs by Gillows of Lancaster & London
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th century Regency pair of mahogany hall chairs by Gillows of London & Lancaster, the
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1810s Irish Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
H 37.25 in W 17 in D 18.5 in
Early 19th Century English Regency Open Bookcase Attributed To Gillows Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, IE
attributed to Gillows of Lancaster, with a frieze drawer, the shelves flanked by cupboards and divided by
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19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Wood
H 38.59 in W 60.24 in D 25.6 in
A Large Carved Wood & Gesso Fireplace by Gillows of London & Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Southall, GB
piece is signed by Gillows of Lancaster and London 1820 in the original pencil, as Gillows signed pencil.
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1820s English Neoclassical Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Plaster, Softwood
H 130.32 in W 72.45 in D 13.78 in
Fine circa 1780 Georgian Shell Back Hall Chair Gillows of Lancaster Attributed
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
A very fine Georgian chair, clearly made by Gillows however as its not
Category
1780s English Georgian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Hardwood
H 31.5 in W 20.48 in D 17.13 in
Rare Pair of Gillows Lancaster English Oak Antique Victorian Bookcase Cupboards
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
carved oak library bookcase cabinets made by the world famous firm of Gillows of Lancaster & London
If
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Oak
H 78.75 in W 62.6 in D 23.82 in
Unique Set of Four Walnut Framed Dining Chairs by Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Crawley, GB
For sale a set of four Victorian walnut framed dining chairs by Gillow of Lancaster , raised on
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1850s British Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 18.12 in D 18.9 in
Early 19th Century English Regency Specimen Wood Tables by Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, IE
century, the Gillow firm established a reputation for producing the highest quality furniture, made by
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Wood
H 29.14 in W 22.84 in D 16.15 in
18th Century English Antique Library Bookcase Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, IE
century, the Gillow firm established a reputation for producing the highest quality furniture, made by
Category
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
H 113.39 in W 166.93 in D 15.75 in
Original Rare Gillows Lancaster circa 1789-95 Hardwood Fold Over Game Card Table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
furniture making firm based in Lancaster, Lancashire, and in London. It was founded around in Lancaster in
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1780s English Georgian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Hardwood
H 25.4 in W 19.69 in D 14.97 in
Rare 1794 George III Gillows of Lancaster Double Sided Postmasters Sorting Desk
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
furniture making firm based in Lancaster, Lancashire, and in London. It was founded around in Lancaster in
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1790s English George III Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Hardwood
H 29.73 in W 45.28 in D 37.8 in
Fine 19th Century Side or Serving Table in the Manner of Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine 19th Century mahogany side or serving table in the manner of Gillows of Lancaster and
Category
19th Century English Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Brass
H 43.75 in W 63 in D 24 in
19th Century English Bonheur Du Jour Attributed To Gillows Of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine 19th century Burr walnut, ebonised , ormolu and porcelain Bonheur du jour, the superstructure with pierced brass galleries above an open compartment with mirrored interio...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Ormolu
H 59.45 in W 48.55 in D 22.45 in
George III Period Mahogany Fitted Desk Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
An 18th century mahogany desk or sometimes called architects desk, with fitted top drawer containing a baize lined wiring surface below which is a fitted section contains alphabet in...
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18th Century English Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Brass
H 37.01 in W 49.61 in D 26.38 in
Early 19th Century George IV Pair of Chairs by Gillows of Lancaster and London
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th century George IV pair of occasional chairs by Gillows of Lancaster and London, the
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1820s English George IV Antique Furniture Lancaster
Materials
Mahogany
H 33.5 in W 17 in D 19 in
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Antique Furniture Lancaster For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic antique furniture lancaster available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and rosewood, every antique furniture lancaster was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an antique furniture lancaster — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique furniture lancaster, designed in the Regency, Georgian or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made antique furniture lancaster has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Gillows of Lancaster & London, Bruce James Talbert and Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin are consistently popular.
How Much is a Antique Furniture Lancaster?
Prices for an antique furniture lancaster can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $129 and can go as high as $337,006, while the average can fetch as much as $7,477.
Questions About Antique Furniture Lancaster
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. & J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
- Is antique furniture in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To identify your antique furniture, look for an engraving, tag, label or other marking that indicates who produced it. You may find it on the bottom or back of your furniture or inside a drawer or cabinet. Once you have located the marking, you can snap a photo of it and use a reverse image search to try and identify the maker. Or, you can type a description of the mark into a search engine. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to get assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique furniture.
- What makes furniture an antique?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.
When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.
Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024To tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture, first look at hidden areas, such as the backs or insides of the drawers. On reproduction furniture, you may find plywood or engineered wood in these areas, while antique furniture will usually have solid hardwood on drawer interiors and backs. Also, slight irregularities and marks indicating that the furniture was built with hand tools rather than machines usually suggest that the piece is antique. Because it can be difficult to differentiate reproductions from genuine antiques without expertise and training, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer about the age of your piece. Find a diverse assortment of antique furniture on 1stDibs.