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Fine Regency Writing Table in Rosewood – Attributable to Gillows Circa 1820
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Fine Regency Writing Table in Rosewood – Attributable to Gillows Circa 1820

19th century
Description

• This is one of the most elegant versions of a classic Gillow’s design made during the reign of George IV.

• In figured rosewood, it has superbly sturdy carved table end supports that does not necessitate, as on many tables the typical need of a low cross stretcher that both looks awkward and restricts leg movement when sitting.

• This version has finely cast lion drawer pulls with the benefit of keyed working locks.

• And has the extra feature of matching rear dummy draws with draw pulls so can feature as a centre – library table.

• It oozes Gillow’s quality and is presented in super restored condition with its totally original rosewood veneer.

• This is a very practical and useable desk – not too big but deep enough to ergonomically accommodate a large desk top computer and yet be turned into a pretty decorated table if the lap-top is put away!

• Delivery £90uk ex. Scotland

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Declaration

Actaeon Antiques and Art has dated this Regency Rosewood Writing Table to the Regency era.

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SA1061787
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Shipping

Other than a few smaller items that can be safely posted, nearly all items are hand delivered (and set up in the case of clocks) by Martin Bros who are one of Britain’s most prestigious carriers of antiques and fine art. I wish us avoid the hassle of cheap men and their vans! The standard (subsidised) delivery price shown is for mainland UK excluding Scotland. Please ask for a Quotation where the standard price is not applicable.

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Restoration and Presented Condition

I do not subscribe to the shabby chic or make it like new approach using modern materials which can make future restoration extremely difficult and impede long-term investment value.

Any restoration work is done to the highest (museum) standards using traditional materials so as to not compromise the patina of age.

Accordingly, please note some antique items for sale will have wear and marks associated with use over many generations that adds to the aesthetic beauty of the piece from the collector’s perspective.

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Fine Art - Condition

All Paintings offered have been chosen for their excellent original condition, with where necessary museum standard cleaning, restoration and revarnishing. Presented in Gallery condition they are ready to hang for many generations, before cleaning / revarnishing may be necessary.

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Any Questions?

I just love acquiring and talking about antiques and fine art so will be pleased to discuss any of the items I have for sale on UK 07515 741344 or Richard.lench1956@gmail.com.

Best wishes Richard

Description
This is one of the most elegant versions of a classic Gillow’s design made during the reign of George IV.

• In figured rosewood, it has superbly sturdy carved table end supports that does not necessitate, as on many tables the typical need of a low cross stretcher that both looks awkward and restricts leg movement when sitting.

fig 1. A Regency rosewood writing table featuring a highly figured top, two frieze drawers with brass lion-mask handles, and carved turned pedestal legs on trestle feet.
fig 1. Fine Regency Writing Table in Rosewood – Attributable to Gillows Circa 1820

• This version has finely cast lion drawer pulls with the benefit of keyed working locks.

• And has the extra feature of matching rear dummy draws with draw pulls so can feature as a centre – library table.
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fig 2. A Regency rosewood writing table featuring a highly figured top, two frieze drawers with brass lion-mask handles, and carved turned pedestal legs on trestle feet.
fig 2. Fine Regency Writing Table in Rosewood – Attributable to Gillows Circa 1820

• It oozes Gillow’s quality and is presented in super restored condition with its totally original rosewood veneer.

• This is a very practical and useable desk – not too big but deep enough to ergonomically accommodate a large desk top computer and yet be turned into a pretty decorated table if the lap-top is put away!

• Delivery £90uk ex. Scotland

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Date of Manufacture

Actaeon Antiques and Art has dated this Regency Rosewood Writing Table to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1061787
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Archive I A Regency rosewood writing table featuring a highly figured top, two frieze drawers with brass lion-mask handles, and carved turned pedestal legs on trestle feet.

Fine Regency Writing Table in Rosewood – Attributable to Gillows Circa 1820

Archive II A Regency rosewood writing table featuring a highly figured top, two frieze drawers with brass lion-mask handles, and carved turned pedestal legs on trestle feet. View II
Archive III A Regency rosewood writing table featuring a highly figured top, two frieze drawers with brass lion-mask handles, and carved turned pedestal legs on trestle feet. View III
Archive IV A Regency rosewood writing table featuring a highly figured top, two frieze drawers with brass lion-mask handles, and carved turned pedestal legs on trestle feet. View IV
Archive V A Regency rosewood writing table featuring a highly figured top, two frieze drawers with brass lion-mask handles, and carved turned pedestal legs on trestle feet. View V
Archive VI A Regency rosewood writing table featuring a highly figured top, two frieze drawers with brass lion-mask handles, and carved turned pedestal legs on trestle feet. View VI
Archive VII A Regency rosewood writing table featuring a highly figured top, two frieze drawers with brass lion-mask handles, and carved turned pedestal legs on trestle feet. View VII
Archive VIII A Regency rosewood writing table featuring a highly figured top, two frieze drawers with brass lion-mask handles, and carved turned pedestal legs on trestle feet. View VIII
Archive IX A Regency rosewood writing table featuring a highly figured top, two frieze drawers with brass lion-mask handles, and carved turned pedestal legs on trestle feet. View IX
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A Regency rosewood writing table featuring a highly figured top, two frieze drawers with brass lion-mask handles, and carved turned pedestal legs on trestle feet.
FINE REGENCY WRITING TABLE IN ROSEWOOD – ATTRIBUTABLE TO GILLOWS circa 1820
Ref: SA1061787
A Regency rosewood writing table featuring a highly figured top, two frieze drawers with brass lion-mask handles, and carved turned pedestal legs on trestle feet.
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Originating in early 19th-century Britain, Regency writing tables are characterised by classical proportions, dark exotic timbers such as rosewood and mahogany, and brass accents including lion-mask drawer pulls or castors.

High-end Regency writing tables were primarily constructed using rosewood or mahogany veneers over oak or pine carcasses, featuring brass hardware, hand-cut dovetail joints, and polished timber surfaces.

Authentic pieces feature distinctive design hallmarks including reeded turned supports, trestle feet, original brass hardware with lion-mask or ring pulls, and natural age-related patination on the timber finish.

An antique writing table functions effectively as a focal desk in a contemporary home office or as a console table in a wider reception room, paired alongside modern task lighting and minimal seating.

Rosewood surfaces should be kept out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources to prevent cracking and bleaching. Dust regularly with a soft cloth and apply clear beeswax polish occasionally along the timber grain.
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