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Crocodile Mahogany Side Table by Gillows of Lancaster & London, circa 1820

Creator: Gillows of Lancaster & London
Offered by: Acroterion

Description
An extremely fine circa 1820 side or writing table by legendary English cabinetmaking firm of Gillows of Lancaster and London of rectangular form having an exquisitely grained solid 'crocodile' mahogany top on solid mahogany base having 'wainscot' cockbead frieze with concealed drawer on finely carved and turned reeded legs. The underside of the drawer has a hidden finger recess so the unlocked drawer can be opened without having to use the key (which is present), typical of Gillows quality and attention to detail. 'Crocodile' grained mahogany was considered the choicest of mahogany timbers and was extremely rare and expensive illustrating this tables' quality and importance.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Solid Fustic, Solid Mahogany, Brass
Condition:	Good. Wear commensurate with age and use. Lustrous French polish; a truly exquisite piece.
Creation Date:	circa 1820
Styles / Movements:	Regency, Georgian, George III
Book References:	Stuart, Susan E. 'Gillows of Lancaster and London 1730 -1840'. Woodbridge, Suffolk: Antique Collector's Club Ltd., 2008, pp. 243-4, 334.
Incollect Reference #:	449352

Dimensions

W.	30 in;	H.	29 in;	D.	21.75 in;
W.	76.2 cm;	H.	73.66 cm;	D.	55.25 cm;

Message from Seller:

Acroterion, the company, founded in late 2012, is by appointment in the historic Hudson Valley of upstate New York specializing in exceptional fine and decorative art from eastern to western, ancient to current; with a focus on the unique and timeless. The curated inventory is ever-changing and discriminately chosen by the founder and owner Randal Dawkins. Having a passion for fine objects and design from an early age, Mr. Dawkins graduated in 2004 from Sotheby’s Institute of Art, London.