William James Antiques and Interiors

Description

A fine early 19th century mahogany cheval mirror attributed to Gillows. Having turned and reeded supports with urn shaped finials. The original rectangular mirror plate framed by crossbanded mahogany with a turned and reeded stretcher beneath. The whole raised on reeded splayed legs and terminating in the original gilt lacquered brass castors. Super quality, condition and colour throughout. English, Circa 1810.

For another example of this model please see image of the mahogany cheval glass made in 1807 for Lord Montgomerie of Coilsfield, House, Ayrshire (see S.Stuart, Gillows of Lancaster and London 1730-1840, Vol II, plate 634).

Dimensions: Height: 57.5 cm - 62 Inches, Width: 78.75 cm - 31 Inches, Depth: 81.25 cm - 32 Inches

Price inclusvie of courier delivery within England & Wales

Gillows of Lancaster & London was one of the most prestigious furniture makers in England throughout the 18th and 19th century, importing and working with only the finest quality timbers and craftsman. Pieces of Gillows furniture can now be seen in museums in London and Leeds as well as a collection in the Gillows Museum in Lancaster and Tatton Park.