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19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers by Gillows
Elmgarden
for sale €2,106     $2,286
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19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers by Gillows

19th century
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19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers by Gillows

This Chest has a superb patina, it is stamped Waring & Gillow on the top edge of the top drawer

The chest has two short drawers and three graduated long drawers beneath, the drawers have inlaid fronts and ring handles, and it stands on a solid plinth

The drawers run exceptionally smoothly

This is a very good looking quality piece, the chest of good solid construction it has no creaks, splits or woodworm, it is in good condition with very few age related marks

The chest measures 39” high 42” wide and 23” deep

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Physical Dimensions
Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Declaration

Elmgarden has dated this Mahogany Chest of Drawers to the Victorian era.

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SA1158449
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Description
19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers by Gillows

This Chest has a superb patina, it is stamped Waring & Gillow on the top edge of the top drawer

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The chest has two short drawers and three graduated long drawers beneath, the drawers have inlaid fronts and ring handles, and it stands on a solid plinth.
Elmgarden
fig 1. A 19th-century dark mahogany chest of drawers featuring a two-over-three drawer configuration with circular brass ring handles and a solid plinth base.
fig 1. 19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers by Gillows

The drawers run exceptionally smoothly

This is a very good looking quality piece, the chest of good solid construction it has no creaks, splits or woodworm, it is in good condition with very few age related marks

The chest measures 39” high 42” wide and 23” deep

TAW44

Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this Mahogany Chest of Drawers to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1158449
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TAW44
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Archive I A 19th-century dark mahogany chest of drawers featuring a two-over-three drawer configuration with circular brass ring handles and a solid plinth base.

19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers by Gillows

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A 19th-century dark mahogany chest of drawers featuring a two-over-three drawer configuration with circular brass ring handles and a solid plinth base.
19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers by Gillows
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A 19th-century dark mahogany chest of drawers featuring a two-over-three drawer configuration with circular brass ring handles and a solid plinth base.
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Nineteenth-century English cabinetmaking relied heavily on imported mahogany, favoured for its durability, dense grain, and rich reddish-brown tone. Pieces from this era often display clean neo-classical or Victorian proportions, fine veneer work, and precision joinery produced by established workshops.

High-grade mahogany was used for exterior surfaces, while secondary woods such as oak or pine formed the interior drawer linings. Drawers were constructed using hand-cut dovetail joints, accompanied by solid brass drop handles and mortise locks.

Authentic pieces by Gillows of Lancaster and London frequently feature a stamped mark on the drawer edges or top panels reading GILLOWS or GILLOW. Quality markers include exceptionally smooth drawer running, superior wood selection, and precisely executed dovetails.

Dark mahogany provides visual grounding when set against neutral or pale wall tones. Placing contemporary artwork above the piece or styling the surface with ceramics creates a balanced contrast between traditional craftsmanship and modern design.

Maintain the timber by applying a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year, buffing along the grain. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage, warping, or uneven fading.
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