Waring & Gillows Style of M. H. Baillie Scott. Arts & Crafts Oak Inlaid Sideboard

Waring and Gillows, in the style of M. H. Baillie Scott, present a chequer, ebony, and boxwood inlaid oak sideboard, reminiscent of M. H. Baillie Scott, complete with a maker's metal label. Upon close inspection of the label, it reveals 'Waring and Gillow', with 'Gillow' so small that it is only discernible under an eye glass. In the latter part of the 19th century, Gillows encountered financial troubles and, starting from 1897, entered into a loose financial agreement with Waring of Liverpool. Both Gillows and Warings had establishments on Oxford Street, London, and it is believed that the expiration of the former's lease was a contributing factor to the amalgamation of the two firms. This union was formally recognised with the establishment of Waring and Gillow in 1903. Gillow of Lancaster assimilated Collinson & Lock, arguably the most exceptional furniture makers of the late Victorian era. Collinson & Lock had crafted significant furniture based on the designs of Edward William Godwin, a key figure in the Modern Movement.

Thus, the collaboration of Gillow, Waring, and Collinson & Lock, each distinguished in their own right, culminated in the creation of one of the premier furniture companies in the country, drawing upon over 160 years of expertise solely from Gillows.

Remaining an independent entity until 1985, when it was acquired, this sideboard stands as a historic masterpiece crafted at the inception of the renowned Waring and Gillow, celebrated worldwide for their innovation, exceptional quality, and cutting-edge design from the Arts and Crafts Movement.