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Gillows Superb 19thc Mahogany Extending Dining Table
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Gillows Superb 19thc Mahogany Extending Dining Table

19th century
Description

Superb 19thc Mahogany Extending Dining Table by Gillows

Stamped with the "L for Gillows and then the Number.

Also the Cabinet Makers Name "J R Clifton" is Stamped under the end Frieze.

Superb Mahogany Timber and typical Gillows Construction of this Period.

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
468cm (184.25")
Depth
153cm (60.24")
Declaration

Helios and Co Antiques has dated this Mahogany Extending Dining Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1074261
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IT0311624
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Description
Superb 19thc Mahogany Extending Dining Table by Gillows

Stamped with the "L for Gillows and then the Number.

Also the Cabinet Makers Name "J R Clifton" is Stamped under the end Frieze.

Superb Mahogany Timber and typical Gillows Construction of this Period.

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
468cm (184.25")
Depth
153cm (60.24")
Date of Manufacture

Helios and Co Antiques has dated this Mahogany Extending Dining Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1074261
Dealers Internal Ref
IT0311624
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010
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A large 19th-century mahogany extending dining table featuring a polished surface, rounded ends, and thick turned legs on casters.
Gillows Superb 19thC Mahogany Extending Dining Table
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A large 19th-century mahogany extending dining table featuring a polished surface, rounded ends, and thick turned legs on casters.
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A Victorian extending dining table is a dining room table constructed during the 19th century featuring a mechanical framework, such as a telescopic runner or wind-out system. These mechanisms allow extra timber leaves to be added or removed to alter the length of the table for variable guest capacities.

Tables from this period were primarily constructed from dense hardwoods, with Cuban or West Indian mahogany being highly preferred for its rich grain and stability. Internal sliding mechanisms were built using oak or ash for durability, often paired with cast brass casters and steel winding screws.

Authentic pieces often feature maker stamps on the drawer tops, leg tops, or mechanism frames, such as GILLOWS or GILLOW & CO. Additional indicators include high-grade timber construction, precision-cut dovetails on frame joins, original brass casters, and smooth mechanical extension systems.

A substantial mahogany table can be integrated into contemporary spaces by pairing it with streamlined, modern dining chairs to soften the traditional visual weight. Placing a large neutral rug beneath the table anchors the dark timber while light wall finishes complement the deep brown tones.

Preserve the polish by applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, buffing along the grain with a soft cloth. Prevent structural warping by maintaining stable indoor humidity and keeping the timber clear of direct sunlight and radiator heat sources.
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