CIRCA 1820-25, AFTER A DESIGN BY GILLOWS

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A REGENCY KINGWOOD-CROSSBANDED SATINWOOD BREAKFRONT LOW BOOKCASE
CIRCA 1820-25, AFTER A DESIGN BY GILLOWS
The indigenous fossil marble top with reeded edge above three bays containing adjustable shelves, the central bay enclosed by mirrored doors, on reeded bun feet, the mirror plates probably associated
36 ¾ in. (93.5 cm.) high; 71 in. (180.5 cm.) wide; 18 in. (46 cm.) deep

Provenance

Acquired from Godson & Coles, London, 2011.

Special notice

Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country. This lot will be removed to Christie’s Park Royal. Christie’s will inform you if the lot has been sent offsite. Our removal and storage of the lot is subject to the terms and conditions of storage which can be found at Christies.com/storage and our fees for storage are set out in the table below - these will apply whether the lot remains with Christie’s or is removed elsewhere. Please call Christie’s Client Service 24 hours in advance to book a collection time at Christie’s Park Royal. All collections from Christie’s Park Royal will be by pre-booked appointment only. Tel: +44 (0)20 7839 9060 Email: cscollectionsuk@christies.com. If the lot remains at Christie’s it will be available for collection on any working day 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. Lots are not available for collection at weekends.

Sale room notice

Please note the ~ means the lot incorporates material from endangered species which could result in export restrictions.

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Lot Essay

This bookcase is undoubtedly inspired by the work of Gillows of Lancaster and London: related designs can be found in the Gillows Estimate Sketch Books from 1822-25, see design nos. 3192, 3202 and 3447. According to the design specifications, Gillows supplied this type of low bookcase in rosewood and mahogany.

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