Bookcase
Gillows of Lancaster
Category
Furniture
Date
1811 - 1830
Materials
Mahogany, Marble
Measurements
10.6 x 4.3 feetin
Place of origin
Lancaster
Order this imageCollection
Tatton Park, Cheshire
NT 1297194.8
Summary
One of a suite of eight fitted bookcases, circa 1811- 1830, by Gillows of Lancaster. Square, moulded cornices, the friezes with carved floral paterae, reeded cluster pilasters. Lower sections with reeded friezes carved floral paterae, square moulded plinth bases. Lower section with verte marble top.
Makers and roles
Gillows of Lancaster, cabinet maker