Gillows Games Table, Card Table
Gillows Games Table, Card Table
Mahogany Gillows Card Table, Games Table.
A late-19th century mahogany fold over card or games table made by the Lancaster furniture manufacturers, Gillows. When not in use this high-quality piece of furniture serves as a console table or hall table. The shaped top folds open, supported by a single gate leg, to reveal a red baize playing surface, ideal for evening card games. The table with a single frieze drawer to the front (stamped 'Gillows, Lancaster') supported on five cabriolet legs terminating in a pad foot (one is the gate leg), the legs with carved scrolls to the knees. The top with four corner candle/drinks roundels with a further four counter wells or 'guinea wells' within the playing surface. The back of the games table is also polished, this is a sign of exceptional quality.
A beautiful functional authentic piece of furniture with great patina.
Size shown is when table top is closed, when opened measures 83cm by 83cm.
The price shown is for the table only.
Dimensions:
1850-1899
Circa 1880's
Mahogany
United Kingdom
Gillows
Very good condition, replaced playing surface. The top with marks consistent with age.
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