An Exceptional Gillows Dining Suite

Bring the grandeur of Victorian English furniture into your dining room with the Victorian Mahogany Dining Set Table and Chairs Gillows of Lancaster 1890, an impressive complete dining suite offered by Canonbury Antiques. Dating to circa 1890, this exceptional set combines rich mahogany, classic Chippendale design, traditional craftsmanship, and the prestigious heritage of Gillows of Lancaster.

The complete suite includes an extending oval dining table, two carved armchairs, and eight matching side chairs. The pieces bear the Gillows stamp, providing an important mark of provenance for collectors and enthusiasts of fine English furniture.

Classic Chippendale Design

The dining table showcases the elegant proportions and decorative details associated with Chippendale-inspired furniture. Its rich mahogany construction is enhanced by a beautifully carved pie-crust edge, while the elegant cabriole legs terminate in finely carved claw feet.

The table offers remarkable versatility. When fully extended, it measures an impressive 119 inches, or approximately 302 cm, and incorporates four additional extension leaves measuring 16 inches each. Without the leaves, the table can be configured as a round dining table, offering flexibility for different occasions and room arrangements.

Matching Victorian Dining Chairs

The accompanying chairs have been carefully matched to the table, creating a cohesive and highly desirable dining suite. The set comprises two carver armchairs and eight side chairs, each crafted in richly coloured mahogany.

Gracefully shaped backs, decorative carved splats, cabriole legs, and carefully proportioned forms reflect the quality associated with traditional English cabinetmaking. The seats have been finished in hand-dyed leather, providing an elegant contrast against the deep polished mahogany.

This combination of carved timber and leather creates an inviting appearance that works beautifully in formal dining rooms, country houses, period properties, and luxury interiors.

The Prestige of Gillows of Lancaster

Gillows of Lancaster was one of Britain's most celebrated cabinetmaking firms, renowned for producing exceptionally well-made furniture for discerning clients. Furniture carrying the Gillows name is highly appreciated for its craftsmanship, construction quality, and historical significance.

The presence of the Gillows stamp on this dining suite adds an important element of authenticity and makes the collection particularly appealing to serious antique furniture collectors. Finding a complete matching dining suite of this quality and age is an unusual opportunity.

A Complete Dining Collection

Rather than assembling individual pieces separately, this suite provides the opportunity to acquire a complete Victorian dining setting with a unified design and matching materials. The table and ten chairs create a substantial arrangement suitable for entertaining family, guests, or clients.

The Victorian Mahogany Dining Set Table and Chairs Gillows of Lancaster 1890 offers both decorative impact and practical functionality. Its generous proportions make it ideal for formal dining, while its extending mechanism allows the table to accommodate different numbers of guests.

Fully Restored and Ready to Enjoy

At Canonbury Antiques, we carefully select antique furniture that combines historical importance with practical usability. This dining suite has been fully restored and is offered in very good condition.

The polished mahogany displays an attractive deep colour, while the hand-dyed leather seating complements the warmth of the timber. The restoration allows the craftsmanship and decorative details to be appreciated while ensuring the furniture is ready for use in a contemporary home or professional interior.

Dimensions and Practical Details

The dining table measures approximately:

• Height: 30 inches / 76 cm

• Width: 54 inches / 137 cm

• Depth: 55 inches / 140 cm

• Fully extended width: 119 inches / 302 cm

• Four extension leaves: 16 inches each

The chairs measure approximately:

• Height: 43 inches / 109 cm

• Width: 22 inches / 56 cm

• Depth: 20 inches / 51 cm

Carver seat dimensions are approximately 21 × 19 inches / 53 × 48 cm, while individual side chair seats measure approximately 21 × 17 inches / 53 × 43 cm.

Ideal for Elegant Interiors

This substantial dining suite can become the centrepiece of a traditional dining room, period residence, country estate, boutique hotel, private club, or luxury hospitality environment. Its rich mahogany colour and carved Chippendale details pair naturally with antique mirrors, traditional rugs, decorative lighting, and period architectural features.

For interior designers, the complete set also provides a strong foundation for creating an authentic English period dining environment.

Worldwide Service from Canonbury Antiques

Canonbury Antiques serves collectors, homeowners, interior designers, and hospitality clients throughout London, Hertfordshire, the UK, the USA, Europe, Australia, and worldwide.

International customers can enquire about shipping arrangements and obtain a quotation for delivery. The worldwide service makes it possible for collectors outside the UK to acquire important English furniture from the Canonbury Antiques collection.

A Remarkable Victorian Dining Suite

Complete Gillows dining suites from the late Victorian period are highly desirable because they combine provenance, craftsmanship, quality materials, and practical design. This particular set offers the added attraction of a prestigious maker's stamp, matching chairs, carved Chippendale decoration, a versatile extending table, and beautifully finished mahogany.

For anyone looking to make a significant addition to a period interior or antique furniture collection, this dining suite offers an exceptional combination of beauty and functionality.

Canonbury Antiques is proud to present this remarkable Victorian dining collection to discerning clients seeking fine English furniture with genuine historical character. The Victorian Mahogany Dining Set Table and Chairs Gillows of Lancaster 1890 provides an opportunity to own a complete and beautifully restored example of traditional British cabinetmaking, ready to become a lasting centrepiece for generations to come.