Antique Metamorphic Armchair in Carved Oak, 1890

Description

Collectable late Victorian circa 1890-1900 metamorphic armchair which converts into a side table attributed to Gillow's of Lancaster and London. … more Collectable late Victorian circa 1890-1900 metamorphic armchair which converts into a side table attributed to Gillow's of Lancaster and London. This wonderful piece of English history is very desirable and collectable, it is stamped to the base with a Gillow's serial number and patent number. The frame mechanism operates perfectly and is very smooth. Gillow's were well known for their ingenious furniture, including reading chairs with writing surfaces attached and a great variety of travelling beds that could pack down into boxes. Condition wise we have deep cleaned hand condition waxed and hand polished it, there will be normal age and use related patina marks here and there. Armchair dimensions Height:- 72cm, folded 54.5cm Width:- 59cm Depth:- 59cm Seat height:- 32cm less