Antique Dining Table & 8 Bar Back Chairs from Gillows, Set of 9

This is a beautiful antique William IV flame mahogany circular extending dining table attributed to Gillows and dating from Circa 1835 and a set of Vintage bar back dining chairs dating from the late 20th C. In the manner of Gillows, the circular reeded table top has five outer leaves that can be added or removed as required to suit the occasion. The table is raised on a substantial central baluster column on a tripod base with large paw feet and recessed castors that give this table it’s superb stability. The table can comfortably seat eight when extended and six when the top is retracted. There is no mistaking the fine craftsmanship of this handsome table, which is certain to become a treasured addition to your furniture, and a talking point with guests at meal times. The attribution to Gillows is based on a table sold Christies, London, The Glory of Gillows & Fine English Furniture, 16 September 2004, lot 63 which can also be seen illustrated in S.Stuart, Gillows of Lancaster and London 1730-1840, Vol I, p.338 (pl.392). The table in brown oak and impressed GILLOWS was made about 1850 and has an identical base to the table offered here. Provenance: C. Fredericks, 1972 C. Fredericks and Son, one of the oldest antique dealers in London, sold a wide selection of fine quality 18th and early 19th Century English antique furniture, covering the Queen Anne, Georgian, Regency and William IV periods The fantastic Vintage set of eight Regency Revival Bar Back dining chairs date from the late 20th century. Masterfully hand crafted in beautiful solid flame mahogany,the finish and attention to detail on display are truly breathtaking. The chairs all feature an attractive hand carved bar back design with ‘drop in’ seats that have been reupholstered in the finest teal green damask. The items are not CITES pursuant. Condition: In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned, polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 71 x Width 183 x Depth 183 – Fully Extended Height 71 x Width 135 x Depth 135 – With all leaves removed Height 85 x Width 48 x Depth 55 – Chairs Height 47 – Sear Height