Antique Fold Over Card Table, English, Demi Lune, Flying Leg, Games, Georgian

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This is an antique fold over card table. An English, mahogany demi-lune games table with flying leg supports, dating to … Read more This is an antique fold over card table. An English, mahogany demi-lune games table with flying leg supports, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

Beautifully presented table, benefiting from a fold-over extending top
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
Select stocks present appealing grain interest throughout
Warm caramel hues dance beneath a wax polish finish

Fold over top articulates upon brass hinges and rests upon a pair of flying rear legs
Opens to a striking green baize playing surface, ready to enjoy
The demi-lune top accentuated with a boxwood and ebony inlay
Inlaid conch shell motif crafted from quality boxwood to the centre

When extended, the table accommodating four in comfort
Deep apron to the front and side showcases the striking figuring and marquetry
Raised upon a quartet of elegantly tapering legs with tall spade feet
Flying rear legs rest flush, in line with the rear apron

This is a delightful antique fold over card table, graced with fine colour and the eye-catching taste of Georgian period craftsmanship. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Standard Width: 91.5cm (36'')
Standard Depth: 45.5cm (18'')
Standard Height: 75cm (29.5'')

Extended Width: 91.5cm (36'')
Extended Depth: 91cm (35.75'')
Extended Height: 73cm (28.75'') See less