English George III Mahogany Fold Top Demi Lune / Card Table, Mahogany With Birdseye Maple Inlay, Circa 1800 Front Demilune

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A finely proportioned George III mahogany fold-over demi lune / card table, dating to circa 1800, distinguished by elegant neoclassical … Read more A finely proportioned George III mahogany fold-over demi lune / card table, dating to circa 1800, distinguished by elegant neoclassical lines and beautifully figured bird's-eye maple inlay.

The rectangular fold-over top with rounded D-ended corners opens to reveal a generous playing surface, while the shaped frieze is enriched with striking bird's-eye maple panels framed by delicate ebony and boxwood stringing. The rich contrast between the warm mahogany and luminous bird's-eye maple creates a refined decorative effect that is both understated and sophisticated.

Raised on graceful square tapering legs, the table embodies the restrained elegance characteristic of the late George III period. The rear gate leg opens to provide sturdy support when the top is opened, allowing the piece to function equally well as a games table, console, or occasional table.

With its crisp architectural silhouette, exceptional figuring, and versatile scale, this card table is an excellent example of English cabinetmaking from the turn of the nineteenth century. It would make a striking addition to a living room, library, or entry hall, equally suited to traditional and contemporary interiors.

Circa: 1800

Materials: Mahogany, bird's-eye maple, ebony and boxwood stringing

Origin: England

Features:

Fold-over top opening to a card-playing surface
Bird's-eye maple inlaid frieze panels
Delicate ebony and boxwood line inlay
Rounded D-ended corners
Square tapering legs
Rich, well-developed patina consistent with age and use

This elegant card table combines restrained Georgian design with exceptional decorative inlay, making it a timeless and highly functional piece of English furniture. See less