Very Elegant and Fine Early 19th-Century Regency Period Rosewood & Brass Chiffonier Attributed to Gillows This exceptionally elegant early 19th-century Regency period rosewood and brass chiffonier or sideboard is confidently attributed to Gillows, one of the most renowned English cabinetmaking firms of the period.The upper section is finely executed in figured rosewood, with a pierced brass gallery and mirrored back above a bead moulded shelf. The solid rosewood base, of breakfront outline, contains three short mahogany lined frieze drawers over a pair of doors lined with yellow pleated silk and enclosing fitted shelving. The doors are flanked and divided by reeded pilasters capped with scrolled volutes, and the whole piece stands on handsome lobed bun feet.Both the construction and the refined overall design are strongly characteristic of Gillows’ work. The rosewood has developed a beautiful, rich patina over time, enhancing the depth, warmth and natural figure of the tim...