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Gillows 19th C Gothic English Oak Hall Bench
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for sale €2,165     $2,350
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Gillows 19th C Gothic English Oak Hall Bench

19th century
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A 19th century Gothic hall bench, designed by Bruce Talbert for Gillows. Having a turned carved back with arched panels and a carved central panel of the Dove of peace in carved relief. Raised on ring turned legs with an upholstered seat with original horsehair. Lovely colour and condition throughout. Stamped 'Gillow', English, Circa 1860.

Dimensions: Height: 104 cm - 41 Inches, Width: 152.5 cm - 60 Inches, Depth: 23 Inches, 58.5 cm

Price inclusive of courier delivery within England & Wales

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William James Antiques has dated this Gothic Revival Oak Bench to the 19th Century.

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A 19th century Gothic hall bench, designed by Bruce Talbert for Gillows.
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Having a turned carved back with arched panels and a carved central panel of the Dove of peace in carved relief.
William James Antiques

Raised on ring turned legs with an upholstered seat with original horsehair. Lovely colour and condition throughout. Stamped 'Gillow', English, Circa 1860.

Dimensions: Height: 104 cm - 41 Inches, Width: 152.5 cm - 60 Inches, Depth: 23 Inches, 58.5 cm

Price inclusive of courier delivery within England & Wales

Date of Manufacture

William James Antiques has dated this Gothic Revival Oak Bench to the 19th Century.

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A 19th-century Gothic Revival oak hall bench featuring a backrest with turned spindles, carved arches, a central bird medallion, and a cushioned seat upholstered in natural hessian fabric.
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Archive I A 19th-century Gothic Revival oak hall bench featuring a backrest with turned spindles, carved arches, a central bird medallion, and a cushioned seat upholstered in natural hessian fabric.

Gillows 19th C Gothic English Oak Hall Bench

Archive II A 19th-century Gothic Revival oak hall bench featuring a backrest with turned spindles, carved arches, a central bird medallion, and a cushioned seat upholstered in natural hessian fabric. View II
Archive III A 19th-century Gothic Revival oak hall bench featuring a backrest with turned spindles, carved arches, a central bird medallion, and a cushioned seat upholstered in natural hessian fabric. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century Gothic Revival oak hall bench featuring a backrest with turned spindles, carved arches, a central bird medallion, and a cushioned seat upholstered in natural hessian fabric. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century Gothic Revival oak hall bench featuring a backrest with turned spindles, carved arches, a central bird medallion, and a cushioned seat upholstered in natural hessian fabric. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century Gothic Revival oak hall bench featuring a backrest with turned spindles, carved arches, a central bird medallion, and a cushioned seat upholstered in natural hessian fabric. View VI
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William James Antiques
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Coltishall
Norfolk
United Kingdom

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A 19th-century Gothic Revival oak hall bench featuring a backrest with turned spindles, carved arches, a central bird medallion, and a cushioned seat upholstered in natural hessian fabric.
GIllows 19th C Gothic English Oak Hall Bench
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A 19th-century Gothic Revival oak hall bench featuring a backrest with turned spindles, carved arches, a central bird medallion, and a cushioned seat upholstered in natural hessian fabric.
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  • ObjectBenches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGothic Revival
  • MaterialOak, Hessian
  • ColourMedium Brown
  • MotifsTurned spindles, Carved central medallion, Traceried arches, Turned legs

This nineteenth-century Gothic Revival hall bench originates from England and is designed by Bruce Talbert for Gillows. The piece is constructed from medium brown oak with a warm timber tone, featuring a backrest fitted with turned spindles, traceried arches, and a carved central panel depicting the Dove of Peace in relief. It stands on ring-turned legs connected by stretchers and includes a rectangular seat upholstered in natural hessian fabric over original horsehair stuffing. The framework displays crisp mouldings, reeded uprights, and is stamped with the maker's mark 'Gillow' on the timber. Measuring 104 cm in height, 152.5 cm in width, and 58.5 cm in depth, this seating item serves as a practical addition to an entrance hall, mudroom, or living area for daily use. It functions as a functional bench while offering historical character through its Victorian Gothic design and architectural ornamentation.

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Gothic Revival furniture incorporates architectural elements from medieval Europe, such as pointed arches, tracery, carved panelling, and heraldic motifs. Popularised during the 19th century, particularly by makers like Gillows, this style emphasised solid woods like oak alongside detailed hand craftsmanship.

19th-century benches were typically constructed using solid European oak, featuring mortise and tenon joinery for structural stability. Decorative features often included hand-carved central medallions, turned spindles, and carved rails, complemented by woven or upholstered seats.

Authentic pieces display evidence of hand-carved details with subtle variations, period-appropriate joinery techniques, and genuine timber wear around high-touch areas like armrests and legs. Maker stamps or stencilled marks from noted firms like Gillows may also be present on the underside or rear frame.

A Gothic oak bench serves as a focal piece in a hallway, entryway, or boot room. Modern spaces benefit from balancing its dark, structured wood frame with light neutral walls, structured linen cushions, or contemporary minimalist artwork.

Maintain antique oak by dusting regularly with a soft, dry cloth and applying high-grade beeswax once or twice a year to preserve the wood finish. Keep the bench away from direct heat sources and excessive moisture to prevent warping or splitting of the timber.
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