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Two Early C19th George IV Period ‘En Suite’ Rosewood Box Desk-tidys Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster.

Name: Two Early C19th George IV Period ‘En Suite’ Rosewood Box Desk-tidys Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA897402
Price: 1100 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by M Lees and Sons

Description

Two early C19th George IV period ‘en suite’ rosewood box ‘desk-tidys’ attributed to Gillows of Lancaster.

Fine quality duo of rosewood desk-top boxes each with twin hinged folding lids , turned carrying handles and fitted a drawer. The revealed interiors fitted with pen-trays and dished scoops for stationary accessories.

The largest box with a brass-mounted turned carrying handle and a single full length end frieze drawer with a turned knob pull handle . The smaller with a similar bobbin-turned handle , lateral frieze drawer with a brass ‘axe-head’ pull handle and decorated with turned bobbin-style ‘split-reel mouldings’ to the edges of top and base.

The quality, grade of timber and designs attributable to the renowned cabinet-making firm of Gillows of Lancaster and London .

Both boxes in excellent original condition with rich colour and patina to the figured rosewood.

Practical and decorative desk-top period accessories for a desk or library table .

H 5” & 5.5”

W 11” & 10”

D 7” & 9”

England c.1825

Physical Dimensions

Height

13cm (5.12")

Width

28cm (11.02")

Depth

15cm (5.91")

Declaration

M Lees and Sons has dated this George IV Rosewood Desk Tidy to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA897402

Dealers Internal Reference

ML 225

Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description

Two early C19th George IV period ‘en suite’ rosewood box ‘desk-tidys’ attributed to Gillows of Lancaster.

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Fine quality duo of rosewood desk-top boxes each with twin hinged folding lids , turned carrying handles and fitted a drawer.

M Lees and Sons

The revealed interiors fitted with pen-trays and dished scoops for stationary accessories.

fig 1. A dark rosewood rectangular desk tidy featuring a central turned wood and brass handle, hinged lids, and a moulded base. — fig 1. Two Early C19th George IV Period ‘En Suite’ Rosewood Box Desk-tidys Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster.

The largest box with a brass-mounted turned carrying handle and a single full length end frieze drawer with a turned knob pull handle . The smaller with a similar bobbin-turned handle , lateral frieze drawer with a brass ‘axe-head’ pull handle and decorated with turned bobbin-style ‘split-reel mouldings’ to the edges of top and base.

fig 2. A dark rosewood rectangular desk tidy featuring a central turned wood and brass handle, hinged lids, and a moulded base. — fig 2. Two Early C19th George IV Period ‘En Suite’ Rosewood Box Desk-tidys Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster.

The quality, grade of timber and designs attributable to the renowned cabinet-making firm of Gillows of Lancaster and London .

Both boxes in excellent original condition with rich colour and patina to the figured rosewood.

Practical and decorative desk-top period accessories for a desk or library table .

H 5” & 5.5”

W 11” & 10”

D 7” & 9”

England c.1825

Physical Dimensions

Height

13cm (5.12")

Width

28cm (11.02")

Depth

15cm (5.91")

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this George IV Rosewood Desk Tidy to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA897402

Dealers Internal Ref

ML 225

About the Dealer

M Lees and Sons

Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA CINOA

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A dark rosewood rectangular desk tidy featuring a central turned wood and brass handle, hinged lids, and a moulded base.

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George IV period desk accessories, dating from 1820 to 1830, are characterised by rich dark timbers such as rosewood and mahogany, refined brass fittings, and clean neoclassical proportions with turned or carved details.

Craftsmen predominantly used solid or veneered rosewood and mahogany, complemented by solid brass hinges, brass carrying posts, and turned wooden handles with dovetailed joinery for durability.

Authentic pieces feature dense grain patterns typical of period Brazilian rosewood, hand-cut dovetail joints, original brass hardware with natural oxidisation, and slight irregularities consistent with hand-planed woodwork.

An antique desk tidy can be placed on a contemporary home office desk, console table, or sideboard to store small office supplies, correspondence, or keys while adding warm timber tones to the space.

To preserve the timber finish, dust regularly with a soft dry microfiber cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year, keeping the item away from direct sunlight and radiators to prevent cracking.

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Two Early C19th George IV Period ‘En Suite’ Rosewood Box Desk-tidys Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster.

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