Regency Sofa Table, in the manner of Gillows

Regency Sofa Table, in the manner of GillowsAn elegant late George III early Regency period sofa table in Spanish mahogany, in the manner of Gillows of Lancaster and London, English, circa 1810. Why we like it Superb quality, great design and handsome colour. Cedarwood drawer linings are rare for tables and were only used by the first rate cabinetmakers. This versatile occasional table is perfectly proportioned to make a functional centre or side table; very useful at the foot of a bed or at

Of rectangular form

executed to the highest possible standards

of desirable small proportions

with impressed Yamatoku mark to the base

It is emblazoned across the scroll and clenched in the eagle's beak on the Great Seal of the United States

What's been so wonderful for me is that eventually in my life

correspond to a design by George Bullock and relate to seat furniture he supplied for Napoleon's use at New Longwood House at St Helena

to match the original early 18th c

1873-1940)

An unusual early 19th century mahogany writing table of 'kidney' shape

'John MacLean and Son'

and their reputation as makers of the finest furniture is equal in rank to that of Thomas Chippendale and William Vile