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Georgian Pollard Oak Writing Table by Gillows
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Georgian Pollard Oak Writing Table by Gillows

18th century
Sold 15 August 2025 · Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors
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A stunning George IV pollard oak antique writing table by the renowned furniture makers Gillows of Lancaster. The pillar end table has a wonderful figured pollard oak veneered top with decorative quarter turned moulded edge. The frieze has a turned moulded edge and two fitted mahogany lined drawers.

The table stands on two baluster turned columns with exceptional quality floral leaf carving and out swept legs terminating to pierced reptilian talon ball and claw feet with sunken brass casters.

The table is attributed to Gillows of Lancaster & London.

Similar examples of the foot carving can be seen in Susan E Stuarts book - Gillows of Lancaster and London 1730 - 1840. Page 263, plate number 267 and page 370, plate number GG15 - GG16.

Height - 72 cm (28 ½ inches)

Width - 137 cm (54 inches)

Depth - 75 cm (29 ½ inches)

Circa - 1825 - 1835

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Delivery is free for most of the mainland UK. If you are interested in purchasing and are outside the UK mainland or in the Scottish Highlands please get in touch first for a shipping quote. If you are an overseas buyer please contact us with your address so we can provide you with an accurate shipping quote and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

This item will be delivered by a trustworthy carrier and we aim to deliver within two weeks of purchase, but please allow three weeks. We use smaller carrier companies which take a bit longer but we would rather your item arrives at your door safely. Like our small items, our larger items are packaged well and protected.

All of our items can be collected.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
75cm (29.53")
Declaration

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has dated this Pollard Oak Writing Table to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1121795
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ABOUT - Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has been established in Macclesfield, Cheshire for 35 years. We sell high quality antique furniture, clocks, lighting and decorative items ready for your home, to the general public and interior designers around the world from our showroom. Our stock inventory consists of decorative Continental, English and Oriental items ranging from the 18th century through to the 20th century.

PAYMENT - We accept BACS payment but we also accept debit and credit card and PayPal through our own website. All items come with an invoice with description and age.

Description
A stunning George IV pollard oak antique writing table by the renowned furniture makers Gillows of Lancaster.
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The pillar end table has a wonderful figured pollard oak veneered top with decorative quarter turned moulded edge.
Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors

The frieze has a turned moulded edge and two fitted mahogany lined drawers.

fig 1. A rectangular Georgian writing table crafted from figured pollard oak with carved scrolling legs and a moulded edge top.
fig 1. Georgian Pollard Oak Writing Table by Gillows

The table stands on two baluster turned columns with exceptional quality floral leaf carving and out swept legs terminating to pierced reptilian talon ball and claw feet with sunken brass casters.

The table is attributed to Gillows of Lancaster & London.

fig 2. A rectangular Georgian writing table crafted from figured pollard oak with carved scrolling legs and a moulded edge top.
fig 2. Georgian Pollard Oak Writing Table by Gillows

Similar examples of the foot carving can be seen in Susan E Stuarts book - Gillows of Lancaster and London 1730 - 1840. Page 263, plate number 267 and page 370, plate number GG15 - GG16.

Height - 72 cm (28 ½ inches)

fig 3. A rectangular Georgian writing table crafted from figured pollard oak with carved scrolling legs and a moulded edge top.
fig 3. Georgian Pollard Oak Writing Table by Gillows

Width - 137 cm (54 inches)

Depth - 75 cm (29 ½ inches)

Circa - 1825 - 1835

Delivery is free for most of the mainland UK. If you are interested in purchasing and are outside the UK mainland or in the Scottish Highlands please get in touch first for a shipping quote. If you are an overseas buyer please contact us with your address so we can provide you with an accurate shipping quote and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

fig 4. A rectangular Georgian writing table crafted from figured pollard oak with carved scrolling legs and a moulded edge top.
fig 4. Georgian Pollard Oak Writing Table by Gillows

This item will be delivered by a trustworthy carrier and we aim to deliver within two weeks of purchase, but please allow three weeks. We use smaller carrier companies which take a bit longer but we would rather your item arrives at your door safely. Like our small items, our larger items are packaged well and protected.

All of our items can be collected.

View more items on our website www.arrowsmithantiques.com

Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
75cm (29.53")
Date of Manufacture

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has dated this Pollard Oak Writing Table to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1121795
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A rectangular Georgian writing table crafted from figured pollard oak with carved scrolling legs and a moulded edge top.
Georgian Pollard Oak Writing Table by Gillows
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialPollard Oak, Oak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFigured burl veneer, Carved cabriole or pedestal legs, Moulded edge top
  • SizeH 72 cm (28 in) x W 137 cm (54 in) x D 75 cm (30 in)

FAQs

The Georgian style spans the reigns of the first four British monarchs named George (1714 to 1830), encompassing various design movements from Palladianism to Regency, characterized by classical proportions, symmetry, and the use of fine timbers such as mahogany and oak.

These tables were constructed using solid timber frames with figured veneers, such as pollard or burl oak, applied to secondary woods. Traditional joinery techniques included mortise and tenon joints, dovetailing for drawers, and hand-carved decorative elements.

Authentication involves examining the timber grain, tool marks, secondary woods, and hardware. Hand-cut dovetails, irregular shrinkage patterns, and period-appropriate locks and fixings typically indicate genuine period manufacture rather than later reproduction.

An antique writing table can serve as a focal point in a study or living area, pairing traditional wood tones with modern minimalist seating and contemporary lighting to create a balanced, layered aesthetic.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity and temperature levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent fading, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the polished wooden surface.
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