William VI Mahogany Nightstand in the style of Gillows, England, 1830s

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A superb quality, antique george iv mahogany bedside cabinet, circa 1830, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship and a highly desirable, richly figured … Read more A superb quality, antique george iv mahogany bedside cabinet, circa 1830, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship and a highly desirable, richly figured grain. This elegant nightstand features a refined three-quarter gallery top above a beautifully figured cupboard door, complete with its original turned knob. Designed for maximum versatility, it boasts finished, polished mahogany sides and a fully polished back, allowing it to serve as a sophisticated free-standing piece anywhere in a room. The cabinet is raised on finely turned and reeded tapered legs that epitomise the grace of the late regency and george iv eras.
the bedside cabinet retains its original finish which has been cleaned and waxed, original colour, good patina and antique character, all in home ready condition. C1830

h32" -max h30 1/4" w16" d15"
h2 ft  8 in-gallery h2 ft 6 1/4 in w1 ft  4 in d1 ft  3 in
h81cm - max h77cm w41cm d38cm

this bedside cabinet is signed by the maker which we believe was one of the cabinet makers for gillows of lancaster.
we are in the process of quantifying the signature - please see photos.

the identical design leg is featured in gillows of lancaster and london 1730-1840 books by susan e. Stuart.
plate 242, 243, 245, page 244, and a similar leg on a bedside cabinet plate b35. See less