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Lymington, Hampshire SO41 9BB , England
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A George IV calamander and specimen parquetry writing slope
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A George IV calamander and specimen parquetry writing slope, in the manner of Gillows, of wedge-shaped form, the hinged lid decorated with a three dimensional cuboid design, sometimes called ‘tumbling blocks’, of specimen timbers including harewood, yew-wood, burr-walnut, ebony and coromandel, opening to reveal a cedar lined interior with baize inset writing surface, a recess and pair of small drawers beneath, with key. English, c 1820. Footnote: For a related specimen parquetry ‘work box of various woods made for Miss Giffard of Nerquis Hall’ in 1808, see Susan E. Stuart, ‘Gillows of Lancaster & London 1730-1840’, Antique Collectors Club 2008, Vol II., pages 139-163. In this chapter, under the title ‘Glossary of Woods used by Gillows of Lancaster’, Susan Stuart uses the pencil sketch from the firm’s Estimate Sketch-book, four colour photographs of the box and the numbered ‘Catalogue of the Specimens of Curious wood (English and Foreign)’ to identify and describe most of the 72 woods used. ‘Tumbling blocks’ was also a favourite design on the larger surfaces of Tunbridge-ware boxes.
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Wick Antiques, established by Charles Wallrock in the early 1980s, specializes in fine antiques with a reputation built on extensive knowledge and long-standing relationships, including with Harrods. Contact Charles at 44.159.067.7558 or via email at charles@wickantiques.co.uk for exceptional pieces curated by a team with expertise in Islamic, Japanese, and fine works of art.
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