Antique Victorian Writing Desk Side Table by Gillows of Lancaster

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Victorian Writing Desk by Gillow’s of Lancaster

A distinguished **Victorian writing desk** by the celebrated maker **Gillow’s of Lancaster**, renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship and contribution to fine English furniture design.

Executed in richly patinated oak, the desk features a tooled green leather writing surface bordered by a moulded edge, exuding understated elegance. The arrangement of three drawers—each fitted with ornate brass handles and flanked by contrasting reeded panels—demonstrates the meticulous attention to detail synonymous with Gillow’s work. The right drawer bears the iconic maker’s stamp, attesting to its authenticity and provenance.

Standing on turned and tapering legs united by stretchers, the piece possesses both refinement and stability, its graceful proportions making it a versatile addition to a study, library, or drawing room. The warm tone of the oak, enhanced by years of careful preservation, lends a depth of character only time can bestow.

Condition:
Excellent antique condition, with gentle wear consistent with age and use. Some scratches to the back right corner no of which detracts from the aesthetic.

Dimensions:
W 100 x D 55 x H 73cm

Provenance:
Stamped “Gillow’s of Lancaster.”

This is an outstanding example of 19th-century English craftsmanship, blending practicality with timeless elegance—a desk that would enhance both traditional and contemporary interiors alike.

Gillows of Lancaster and London, also known as Gillows & Co., was an English furniture making firm based in Lancaster, Lancashire, and in London. It was founded in Lancaster in about 1730 by Robert Gillow (1704–1772).[1]