Early C19th George IV period rosewood sewing or work table , in the manner of Gillows of Lancaster.Fine quality rosewood table with quarter veneered , cross-banded rectangular hinged top with an inlaid central compass or star motif . The edge of the table with a moulded edge. The lid rising to reveal divisions and compartments with a central star-inlaid lid over a pin cushion. Fitted with original brass lock and steel key .Of free-standing form , the friezes of the top with cross-banded panels simulating drawer fronts and having inlaid diamond-shaped escutcheons, with corresponding design to verso , and having cross-banded sides. Raised on a tapering triangular stem with moulded edges , onto a triform concave-sided platform base. The whole raised on carved lion�s paw feet of exaggerated design. The terminals with carved acanthus leaf motifs , the sides of the feet with classically-inspired carved scroll brackets .In excellent original condition, with a rich colour and patina. The top having a minor shrinkage crack to the centre , and having minor marks commensurate with age and use .The quality of construction, design of mouldings and overall form , leading towards an attribution to the esteemed cabinet-making firm of Gillows of Lancaster.A well proportioned table of stable design which could work equally well as a lamp or side table .H 29�W 22�D 17�England c.1825Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place . Whether buying for pleas...