How can I identify a genuine Gillows chair?

Authentic pieces sometimes bear a stamped signature directly into the wood framing, usually found on the seat rail. In the absence of a stamp, attribution relies on characteristic proportions, high-grade timber selection, and specific construction methods documented in the Lancaster ledgers. Matching stylistic details such as reeded legs, turned front supports, and specific brass hardware further reinforce attribution. Expert evaluation considers the exact joinery techniques employed by the workshop during the relevant decade.

What periods do these chairs cover?

The inventory spans from the late eighteenth century through the Georgian and Regency eras into the Victorian period. Early pieces reflect neoclassical restraint, whereas mid-century examples embrace bolder proportions and Revivalist ornamentation. Later Victorian and Edwardian iterations produced by the successor firm demonstrate how the workshop adapted to changing tastes while maintaining cabinet-making standards. Each era brings distinct timber treatments and upholstery profiles to the seating forms.

Were these chairs made individually or in sets?

Dining chairs typically survive in matched sets ranging from four to twelve pieces, designed for formal dining rooms. Armchairs, hall chairs, and library seats were frequently commissioned individually or as matched pairs for specific domestic spaces. Matched sets demonstrate uniformity in timber grain and carving detail across every frame. Single pieces often served specialised functions like desk work, reading, or bedroom seating.

How do I care for antique wood and upholstery?

Preserving the timber requires stable room humidity and protection from direct sunlight to prevent veneer cracking and fading. Regular dusting with a soft cloth maintains the finish without moisture damage. Upholstered surfaces benefit from professional gentle cleaning appropriate to the specific fabric, leather, or velvet covering. Maintaining structural joints prevents loosening caused by seasonal temperature shifts in domestic environments.

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An antique gillows chair brings the measured elegance and cabinet-making mastery of Lancaster and London into the domestic interior.

Regency Ebonised Bergère Library Armchair Attributed to Gillows. Circa 1810.

19th century

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Regency Ebonised Bergère Library Armchair Attributed to Gillows. Circa 1810.

From Duke Antiques and Interiors

£1,600

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19th century

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English Georgian Armorial Hall Chairs Attributed to Gillows, Circa 1810

From The Real Wood Furniture Company

£4,850

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Gillows Regency Mahogany Bergere/library Arm Chair.

19th century

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Gillows Regency Mahogany Bergere/library Arm Chair.

From Spencer Robertson Antiques

£2,200

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19th century

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Pair Regency Gillows Chairs

From Millers Antiques

£550

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19th century

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Mid 19th Century Armchair Attributed to Gillows

From Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

£200

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19th century

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Pair of Regency Gillows Mahogany Hall Chairs

From Mersham Manor Antiques

£895

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19th century

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Pair of Gillows Country House Armchairs

From William James Antiques

£9,800

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19th century

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Mahogany Piano Stool by Gillows

From Repton Co

£340

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19th century

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19th Century Gillows Armchair in Colefax and Fowler

From Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

£2,750

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1900 - 1920

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Pair of William & Mary Style Walnut Chairs by Waring & Gillow

From Camden Antiques

£395

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Listings feature mahogany, rosewood, oak, and walnut across dining chairs, armchairs, and hall chairs spanning Georgian, Regency, and Victorian periods.

19th century

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A Pair of Hall Chairs Attributed to Gillows

From Henry Fowler Antiques

£950

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19th century

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Set of Six Mahogany Dining Chairs by Gillows

From Quiet Street Antiques of Bath

£2,250

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19th century

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A Fine Set of 8 Regency Rosewood Chairs by Gillows

From A Brookes

£8,675

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18th century

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Set of Twelve George III Mahogany & Inlaid Dining Chairs Attributed to Gillows

From The Antique Furniture Company

£9,600

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Antique Regency Georgian Mahogany Framed Leather Upholstered Library Reading Easy Occasional Club Tub Gillows Design Gainsborough Armchair Chair.

19th century

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Antique Regency Georgian Mahogany Framed Leather Upholstered Library Reading Easy Occasional Club Tub Gillows Design Gainsborough Armchair Chair.

From CJ Antiques

£2,000

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19th century

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Fabulous Quality Set of Six Gillows Regency Georgian Cuban Mahogany Dining Chairs with Reeded Legs

From CJ Antiques

£1,250

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Antique Gillows Chair

Regency Ebonised Bergère Library Armchair Attributed to Gillows. Circa 1810.

English Georgian Armorial Hall Chairs Attributed to Gillows, Circa 1810

Gillows Regency Mahogany Bergere/library Arm Chair.

Pair Regency Gillows Chairs

Mid 19th Century Armchair Attributed to Gillows

Pair of Regency Gillows Mahogany Hall Chairs

Pair of Gillows Country House Armchairs

Mahogany Piano Stool by Gillows

19th Century Gillows Armchair in Colefax and Fowler

Pair of William & Mary Style Walnut Chairs by Waring & Gillow

A Pair of Hall Chairs Attributed to Gillows

Set of Six Mahogany Dining Chairs by Gillows

A Fine Set of 8 Regency Rosewood Chairs by Gillows

Set of Twelve George III Mahogany & Inlaid Dining Chairs Attributed to Gillows

Antique Regency Georgian Mahogany Framed Leather Upholstered Library Reading Easy Occasional Club Tub Gillows Design Gainsborough Armchair Chair.

Fabulous Quality Set of Six Gillows Regency Georgian Cuban Mahogany Dining Chairs with Reeded Legs

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