How do I spot a real Gillows piece?

Look for stamped signatures directly into the wood, usually found on the top edge of a drawer front or inside a cupboard door. The presence of workshop numbering or specific construction traits also helps confirm authenticity. Compare the timber selection and secondary woods against known examples from the Lancashire workshops. Fine mahogany linings and meticulous dovetailing provide strong corroborating evidence.

What periods do these cabinets cover?

The available pieces span from the late eighteenth century through the Georgian and Regency eras into the Victorian period. George III and George IV styles frequently appear alongside later nineteenth-century interpretations. Design motifs shift from classical architectural restraint in early pieces to more exuberant marquetry and burr walnut surfaces in Victorian examples.

How were secretaire cabinets used?

Owners utilised secretaire desks and bookcases for private correspondence and administrative tasks within the home. The drop-front flap provided an immediate writing surface without requiring a separate standalone desk. Internal compartments kept stationery, inkwells, and documents organised behind locked doors, combining storage with utility.

How do I care for rosewood and mahogany?

Keep these timber surfaces away from direct sunlight and steady heat sources to prevent the wood and veneers from drying out or splitting. Maintain a stable room temperature to protect the antique polish. Apply quality beeswax sparingly and buff gently with a soft cloth to preserve the natural lustre of the grain.

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A gillows of lancaster cabinet brings peerless Lancashire cabinet-making into the room, uniting severe architectural proportion with warm figured timber.

Regency Rosewood and Gilt Brass Side Cabinet; Attributed to Gillows

19th century

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Regency Rosewood and Gilt Brass Side Cabinet; Attributed to Gillows

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Regency Gillows Mahogany Side Cabinet / Chiffonier

19th century

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Regency Gillows Mahogany Side Cabinet / Chiffonier

From Gary Wright Antiques Ltd

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George III Mahogany Wash Stand Stamped Gillows Lancaster

18th century

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George III Mahogany Wash Stand Stamped Gillows Lancaster

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Gillows Bookcase

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Regency Rosewood and Gilt Brass Side Cabinet; Attributed to Gillows

Regency Gillows Mahogany Side Cabinet / Chiffonier

George III Mahogany Wash Stand Stamped Gillows Lancaster

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