This exceptional pair of early 19th-century English Regency jardinières represents a spectacular fusion of decorative elegance and historical functionality. Masterfully crafted from heavily figured flame mahogany, each basin boasts a stunning, rich grain and is defined by a deeply sculpted, scalloped upper rim that displays remarkable fluidity in design. Strikingly versatile, these containers served historically as open wine coolers or fruit cellarettes and come complete with their original, custom-fitted brass liners, perfectly preserving the fine woodwork.
The troughs are supported by monumental, solid mahogany pedestals featuring crisp, maritime-influenced spiral-turned columns—a hallmark of high Regency sophistication popular circa 1810–1820. Each elegant pillar terminates in a swept quadruped splay base with classic saber legs, providing exceptional structural balance. The legs are capped with intricately cast brass lion's paw castors, allowing for effortless mobility while maintaining a stately stance.
Attributed in style and execution to Gillows of Lancaster, this pair survives in wonderful antique condition, boasting a deep, warm patina. Whether placed flanking a grand entryway or utilized as sophisticated plant stands or beverage chilling troughs in a formal dining room, these rare statement pieces add undeniable historic luxury to any fine interior collection.
Size: 30” W x 30” H x 13 1/2” D
C. 1815, England
This exceptional pair of early 19th-century English Regency jardinières represents a spectacular fusion of decorative elegance and historical functionality. Masterfully crafted from heavily figured flame mahogany, each basin boasts a stunning, rich grain and is defined by a deeply sculpted, scalloped upper rim that displays remarkable fluidity in design. Strikingly versatile, these containers served historically as open wine coolers or fruit cellarettes and come complete with their original, custom-fitted brass liners, perfectly preserving the fine woodwork.
The troughs are supported by monumental, solid mahogany pedestals featuring crisp, maritime-influenced spiral-turned columns—a hallmark of high Regency sophistication popular circa 1810–1820. Each elegant pillar terminates in a swept quadruped splay base with classic saber legs, providing exceptional structural balance. The legs are capped with intricately cast brass lion's paw castors, allowing for effortless mobility while maintaining a stately stance.
Attributed in style and execution to Gillows of Lancaster, this pair survives in wonderful antique condition, boasting a deep, warm patina. Whether placed flanking a grand entryway or utilized as sophisticated plant stands or beverage chilling troughs in a formal dining room, these rare statement pieces add undeniable historic luxury to any fine interior collection.
Size: 30” W x 30” H x 13 1/2” D
C. 1815, England
