Vintage F.lli Jannuzzi Sorrento Italian Marquetry 5-in-1 Game Table Set With 4 Chairs

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Up for sale is a breathtaking, museum-quality vintage Italian metamorphic multi-game table and four (4) matching chairs. Purchased directly from … Read more Up for sale is a breathtaking, museum-quality vintage Italian metamorphic multi-game table and four (4) matching chairs. Purchased directly from the world-renowned F.lli Jannuzzi Woodworks in Sorrento, Italy, this masterwork represents the absolute pinnacle of traditional Italian marquetry (intarsio) and fine artisanal cabinetry.

This is not a modern reproduction; it is a meticulously preserved, collector-grade statement piece. The entire set is in spectacular structural and aesthetic condition with absolutely no visible cracking, clouding, checking, or lifted veneer. The original factory lacquer finish remains glassy, crystal clear, and incredibly vibrant across all surfaces, including the high-use chair seats.

--- THE 5-IN-1 METAMORPHIC LAYERS ---
This mechanical masterpiece transitions seamlessly between five distinct configurations, nesting entirely flush without gaps:

1. THE PARLOR TABLE: An elegant octagonal top completely adorned with intricate, hand-cut floral wood inlays utilizing premium contrasting fruitwoods, framed by a delicate geometric border.
2. THE CHESS/CHECKERS BOARD: The top lid lifts away to reveal a flawless, inlaid black-and-blonde wooden chessboard.
3. THE BACKGAMMON BOARD: Flip the chessboard panel over to uncover a stunning, highly detailed inlaid wood backgammon board featuring sharp, flush-set red and black wooden points.
4. THE CARD/POKER TABLE: Remove or reverse the wooden panels completely to access a seamless, deep-green felt surface perfectly sized for blackjack, poker, or bridge.
5. THE CASINO ROULETTE COMPARTMENT: The core interior reveals a magnificent, fully integrated home casino layout. It features dual pristine green felt roulette layouts, built-in solid mahogany chip organization tracks, and a center-mounted mechanical roulette wheel.

--- 100% COMPLETE ORIGINAL ACCESSORIES --- includes every single original game piece, fitted perfectly into custom interior slots:
• Full set of original hand-carved Staunton-style wooden chessmen (blonde and dark walnut).
• Full original inventory of interlocking betting chips across multiple colors.
• Original precision-balanced mechanical roulette wheel, complete with the original betting ball and dice.

--- THE MATCHING CHAIRS ---
The set includes four (4) matching curved-back parlor chairs. Each features contoured, high-gloss seats and backrests decorated with identical, mirrored floral marquetry medallions. All chairs sit on elegantly tapered legs with subtle blonde wood inlay accents. They are stable, and completely free of lacquer oxidation.

--- CONDITION REPORT ---
• Condition: Excellent/Pristine Vintage Condition.
• Wear: Minor gentle age-appropriate wear; zero water rings or fading.
• Veneer/Lacquer: 100% intact. No lifting, no clouding, no cracking.
• Provenance: F.lli Jannuzzi Woodworks (Sorrento, Italy)

--- MEASUREMENTS ---
• Table Dimensions: 30" W x 30" D x 29" H
• Chair Dimensions: 17" W x 17" D x 31" H See less