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Small Regency Period Secretaire Bookcase, Figured Mahogany by Gillows of Lancaster, C 1830
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Small Regency Period Secretaire Bookcase, Figured Mahogany by Gillows of Lancaster, C 1830

19th century
Description

This very rare, small sized figured mahogany secretaire bookcase has been beautifully made in the Regency workshops of Gillows, Lancaster, England. It is stamped Gillows Lancaster on the edge of the drawer.

The bookcase stands on a plinth base with a single cupboard above fitted for large books. It has a mahogany framed door with carved detailing and a brass grill with a yellow pleated silk panel. To each side, there is a turned column with carved Grecian capitals. The drawer is veneered in flame mahogany with applied, finely carved decoration with two matching knobs. It draws out and folds down to reveal an extremely well fitted burr oak veneered interior with eight drawers and pigeon holes with bone knobs.

The writing surface is inlaid with a hand tooled leather.

The bookcase above has matching columns with a single glazed door with similar carved detail. The inside has three adjustable shelves for books, and above is a plain moulded and veneered cornice.

English circa 1830

Physical Dimensions
Height
220cm (86.61")
Width
86cm (33.86")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Regency Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235582
Dealers Notes

Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

Contact details

Email: robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com

Telephone: 01905 622468

Mobile 07929 011224

07720 607007

Website: https://www.robertbelcherantiques.co.uk

Instagram: robertbelcherantiques

Description
This very rare, small sized figured mahogany secretaire bookcase has been beautifully made in the Regency workshops of Gillows, Lancaster, England. It is stamped Gillows Lancaster on the edge of the drawer.

The bookcase stands on a plinth base with a single cupboard above fitted for large books.

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It has a mahogany framed door with carved detailing and a brass grill with a yellow pleated silk panel.
Robert Belcher Antiques

To each side, there is a turned column with carved Grecian capitals. The drawer is veneered in flame mahogany with applied, finely carved decoration with two matching knobs. It draws out and folds down to reveal an extremely well fitted burr oak veneered interior with eight drawers and pigeon holes with bone knobs.

fig 1. A Regency period mahogany secretaire bookcase with a single glazed upper door, a pull-out writing drawer, and a lower door with fabric and brass grille.
fig 1. Small Regency Period Secretaire Bookcase, Figured Mahogany by Gillows of Lancaster, C 1830

The writing surface is inlaid with a hand tooled leather.

The bookcase above has matching columns with a single glazed door with similar carved detail. The inside has three adjustable shelves for books, and above is a plain moulded and veneered cornice.

English circa 1830

Height
220cm (86.61")
Width
86cm (33.86")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Regency Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235582
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.

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Archive I A Regency period mahogany secretaire bookcase with a single glazed upper door, a pull-out writing drawer, and a lower door with fabric and brass grille.

Small Regency Period Secretaire Bookcase, Figured Mahogany by Gillows of Lancaster, C 1830

Archive II A Regency period mahogany secretaire bookcase with a single glazed upper door, a pull-out writing drawer, and a lower door with fabric and brass grille. View II
Archive III A Regency period mahogany secretaire bookcase with a single glazed upper door, a pull-out writing drawer, and a lower door with fabric and brass grille. View III
Archive IV A Regency period mahogany secretaire bookcase with a single glazed upper door, a pull-out writing drawer, and a lower door with fabric and brass grille. View IV
Archive V A Regency period mahogany secretaire bookcase with a single glazed upper door, a pull-out writing drawer, and a lower door with fabric and brass grille. View V
Archive VI A Regency period mahogany secretaire bookcase with a single glazed upper door, a pull-out writing drawer, and a lower door with fabric and brass grille. View VI
Archive VII A Regency period mahogany secretaire bookcase with a single glazed upper door, a pull-out writing drawer, and a lower door with fabric and brass grille. View VII
Archive VIII A Regency period mahogany secretaire bookcase with a single glazed upper door, a pull-out writing drawer, and a lower door with fabric and brass grille. View VIII
Archive IX A Regency period mahogany secretaire bookcase with a single glazed upper door, a pull-out writing drawer, and a lower door with fabric and brass grille. View IX
Archive X A Regency period mahogany secretaire bookcase with a single glazed upper door, a pull-out writing drawer, and a lower door with fabric and brass grille. View X
Archive XI A Regency period mahogany secretaire bookcase with a single glazed upper door, a pull-out writing drawer, and a lower door with fabric and brass grille. View XI
Archive XII A Regency period mahogany secretaire bookcase with a single glazed upper door, a pull-out writing drawer, and a lower door with fabric and brass grille. View XII
Archive XIII A Regency period mahogany secretaire bookcase with a single glazed upper door, a pull-out writing drawer, and a lower door with fabric and brass grille. View XIII
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Robert Belcher Antiques

Robert Belcher Antiques
Telephone 07929 011224 or 01905 622468
Location
Worcestershire
United Kingdom

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A Regency period mahogany secretaire bookcase with a single glazed upper door, a pull-out writing drawer, and a lower door with fabric and brass grille.
Small Regency period secretaire bookcase, figured mahogany by Gillows of Lancaster, C 1830
Ref: SA1235582
A Regency period mahogany secretaire bookcase with a single glazed upper door, a pull-out writing drawer, and a lower door with fabric and brass grille.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSecretaire Bookcase
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGlazed door, fitted pigeonholes, turned columns, brass grille
  • SizeH 220 cm (87 in) x W 86 cm (34 in) x D 47 cm (19 in)

FAQs

A Regency secretaire bookcase combines a glazed upper display cabinet for books with a fall-front or slide-out drawer configured as a writing desk. Originating in the early 19th century, these pieces feature classical proportions, flame mahogany veneers, turned columns, and compact vertical design.

Cabinetmakers primarily constructed these pieces using dense woods such as mahogany, rosewood, or walnut. Internal fittings often incorporate secondary timbers like pine or oak, alongside brass hardware, leather writing surfaces, and glass panes.

Authentic pieces produced by Gillows of Lancaster and London frequently feature stamped signatures on drawer edges or back panels. Additional indicators include precise dovetail joinery, high-grade mahogany, superior brass fittings, and smooth drawer running mechanisms.

Position the cabinet against a neutral wall in a study, drawing room, or hallway to highlight its architectural silhouette. The glazed top can display curated ceramic collections or vintage literature alongside contemporary decorative objects.

Dust the wood regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a beeswax polish annually following the grain direction. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent wood shrinkage, veneer lifting, and sun bleaching.
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