Georgian Extending Dining Table Attributed to Gillows

An outstanding quality George IV multi-functional figured mahogany three sectional antique extending dining table stood on fourteen finely turned and reeded legs with original brass cup castors. The table has a beautiful figured solid mahogany book matched top.

The table consists of a central six legged drop leaf dining table which could be used on its own as a small dining table which would seat 6 people or extended with the two 'D' ends to make a 9 foot 7 dining table seating 10 people. The two 'D' ends can be put together to make another small dining table seating 4 people or used separately against the wall as a pair of console tables or serving tables.

The table is attributed to Gillows of Lancaster & London

Measurement of table fully extended:-
Height - 74 cm (29 inches)
Width  - 292 cm (115 inches)
Depth  - 137 cm (54 inches)

Measurements of drop leaf table:-
Height - 74 cm (29 inches)
Width  - 170 cm (67 inches)
Depth  - 137 cm (54 inches)

Measurements of 'D' ends table:-
Height - 74 cm (29 inches)
Width  - 122 cm (48 inches)
Depth  - 137 cm (54 inches)

​Circa - 1815 - 1825

Gillows of Lancaster was founded in 1730 by Robert Gillow who was a cabinet maker from humble beginnings. He had direct access to exotic and top quality imported timber from the West Indies and created the finest quality furniture. In 1757 Robert went in to partnership with his son Richard who was an architect and a good businessmen with ambition who rebuilt the workshops and woodstores. In 1768 Robert I son Robert II joined the family business opening a shop in Oxford Street London. Gillows of Lancaster and London had a renowned reputation for their quality of work and helped furnish many aristocratic houses and are regarded as one of the best British furniture makers of all time.