Gravener Antiques

Description

A Chamber writing table attributed to Gillows of Lancaster. Of fine quality, this small table bears all the hallmarks of Gillows including stamped patent castors, turned reeded legs, distinctive turned wooden knobs, two pin locks and of course the quality of timber and craftsmanship. With a drawer at either end, each with a hinged leather lined flap and an ink and pen tray in one drawer. The adjustable rising top has a thumb molded edge, cross-grain banding and inset leather writing surface. In very good and original condition and with a good colour. 760mm high, 710mm wide and 450mm deep. English. Circa 1825.
W J Gravener Antiques is a family owned business, started in 1963 by William who was joined by son, Mark in 1981 and continues today with the same ethos of dealing in fine quality English and Continental furniture, mirrors and decorative objects, from the 18th & 19th centuries. Now under the stewardship of Mark and his wife, Louise, we take pride in maintaining the high standards which William set more than 50 years ago.

W.J.Gravener Antiques are proud members of LAPADA, The London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association.

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