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A Gillows of Lancaster Silver Box.
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A Gillows of Lancaster Silver Box.

19th century
For Sale by Cavers Antiques
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Silver box by gillows of Lancaster.

In oak with brass handels.

Stamped inside with there mark.

Nice condition.

20inch wide.

13inch hight.

12inch deep.

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Cavers Antiques has dated this Gillows Antique Silver Box to the Victorian era.

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Description
Silver box by gillows of Lancaster.

In oak with brass handels.

Stamped inside with there mark.

Nice condition.

20inch wide.

13inch hight.

12inch deep.

Date of Manufacture

Cavers Antiques has dated this Gillows Antique Silver Box to the Victorian era.

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SA1241347
Cavers Antiques
Cavers Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2020
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A rectangular light wooden antique storage box featuring visible dovetail corner joints and a central brass keyhole.
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Archive I A rectangular light wooden antique storage box featuring visible dovetail corner joints and a central brass keyhole.

A Gillows of Lancaster Silver Box.

Archive II A rectangular light wooden antique storage box featuring visible dovetail corner joints and a central brass keyhole. View II
Archive III A rectangular light wooden antique storage box featuring visible dovetail corner joints and a central brass keyhole. View III
Archive IV A rectangular light wooden antique storage box featuring visible dovetail corner joints and a central brass keyhole. View IV
Archive V A rectangular light wooden antique storage box featuring visible dovetail corner joints and a central brass keyhole. View V
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Cavers Antiques

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Scottish Borders
United Kingdom

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A rectangular light wooden antique storage box featuring visible dovetail corner joints and a central brass keyhole.
A gillows of Lancaster silver box.
Ref: SA1241347
A rectangular light wooden antique storage box featuring visible dovetail corner joints and a central brass keyhole.
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  • ObjectStorage Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak, Pine, Brass
  • ColourLight Brown
  • MotifsDovetail joints, Brass keyhole escutcheon, Hinged lid, Rectangular timber frame

This Victorian storage box comes from the workshop of Gillows of Lancaster in the English Country House style. Constructed from oak and pine with a light brown timber colour, the rectangular timber frame includes a hinged lid, visible dovetail corner joints at the edges, a central brass keyhole escutcheon, and noticeable surface scuffs and marks indicating age. Measuring 51 cm wide, 33 cm high, and 30 cm deep, the piece fits practically onto a sideboard top in a living room, hallway, or study for keeping small items organised. Inside, the timber bears the maker's stamp. The construction is solid throughout, making it a functional addition to everyday interiors where portable storage is needed.

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An antique silver box, often crafted during the Georgian or Victorian eras, was designed to store and secure valuable domestic silver, cutlery, and tableware. Master cabinetmakers like Gillows produced these sturdy timber chests fitted with brass locks and soft interior linings.

These chests were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or pine, featuring precise hand-cut dovetail joints for structural strength. Interiors were often lined with baize or velvet to protect precious metals from oxidisation and surface scratching.

Authentic Gillows items frequently feature stamped maker marks such as GILLOWS LANCASTER or GILLOW on the top edge of doors, drawers, or lids. High-grade joinery, precise dovetail construction, and quality brass lock escutcheons are additional characteristics of genuine period pieces.

A compact antique wooden chest functions as a functional decorative object placed on a sideboard, console table, or deep window sill. It introduces organic timber texture and historical context into contemporary neutral or traditional room schemes.

Dust the timber surface regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish annually to protect the original patination. Position the chest away from direct radiators and fluctuating humidity to prevent the timber from warping or splitting.
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