Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the 1800s.
It is supported on a carved and fluted solid rosewood central column, leading to similarly carved (typically Gillows) cabriole legs and original cast brass "barrel" castors beneath. A fine and rare table by this eminent cabinetmaker.
The purpose of this table was to use it conventionally perhaps as a wine or side table, but also to plant crocus or other bulbs in the cavity below. A few days prior to a party, the panel would be removed to enable the flowers to fully blossom and be displayed on the important day.
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the 1800s.
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Rosewood Flower Table by Gilllows of Lancaster
