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A George IV Gillows Style Mahogany Writing Table
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A George IV Gillows Style Mahogany Writing Table

19th century
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A George IV mahogany writing table in the Gillows style, the rectangular top with a moulded edge, inset tooled and gilt faded khaki leather writing surface and crossbanded border, over a long drawer to the centre and with each side two short drawers (the right hand one being one deep drawer but presented as two) all with turned wooden handles, around a kneehole with fan corners, and raised on tapering fluted supports terminating in brass casters. English, circa 1825.

Condition: Excellent, the table is in very good condition with no damage or repairs, the leather, which is probably later, is in excellent condition with no marks or tears, the drawers all run smoothly and are all full length and the table stands very well with no wobbling, and overall it has a smart appearance, with elegant proportions, great colour and patina.

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
110cm (43.31")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Chequers Antiques has dated this Mahogany Leather Writing Table to the 19th Century.

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SA1219446
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A George IV mahogany writing table in the Gillows style, the rectangular top with a moulded edge, inset tooled and gilt faded khaki leather writing surface and crossbanded border, over a long drawer to the centre and with each side two short drawers (the right hand one being one deep drawer but presented as two) all with turned wooden handles, around a kneehole with fan corners, and raised on tapering fluted supports terminating in brass casters. English, circa 1825.
fig 1. A George IV mahogany writing table featuring a gold-tooled brown leather top, five drawers, carved fan spandrels, and reeded legs on brass castors.
fig 1. A George IV Gillows Style Mahogany Writing Table

Condition: Excellent, the table is in very good condition with no damage or repairs, the leather, which is probably later, is in excellent condition with no marks or tears, the drawers all run smoothly and are all full length and the table stands very well with no wobbling, and overall it has a smart appearance, with elegant proportions, great colour and patina.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
110cm (43.31")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Chequers Antiques has dated this Mahogany Leather Writing Table to the 19th Century.

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A George IV Gillows Style Mahogany Writing Table

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A George IV mahogany writing table featuring a gold-tooled brown leather top, five drawers, carved fan spandrels, and reeded legs on brass castors.
A George IV Gillows Style Mahogany Writing Table
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A George IV mahogany writing table featuring a gold-tooled brown leather top, five drawers, carved fan spandrels, and reeded legs on brass castors.
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George IV writing tables, dating from the 1820s, reflect the refined proportions and neoclassical influences of early 19th-century British furniture design. Frequently associated with workshops such as Gillows of Lancaster, these pieces feature clean architectural lines, reeded legs, and functional drawer arrangements.

Cabinetmakers utilised dense mahogany timber paired with hand-cut dovetail drawer joints and secondary woods like oak or pine for drawer linings. Writing surfaces were typically fitted with gold-tooled leather insets, supported by reeded tapered legs terminating in brass castors.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-sawn timber marks, hand-cut dovetail construction, and period-correct hardware such as brass castors or turned wooden knobs. Stylistic hallmarks include carved fan spandrels around kneehole arches and reeded leg turnings.

Placing a mahogany writing desk in a home office or living area provides a defined workspace that bridges traditional and modern aesthetics. Combine the rich timber tones with modern lighting and simple upholstered seating to complement the clean lines of the table.

Dust the mahogany surfaces regularly with a soft cloth and apply clear beeswax along the grain to protect the finish. The leather inset should be wiped with a slightly damp cloth and conditioned periodically to prevent drying out or cracking.
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