20th Century Foldable Game Table in Envelope Shape, Wood, Rattan, Wicker and Green Cloth

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An elegant and versatile folding card table with a wooden envelope opening and a rattan cane and wicker base, this … Read more An elegant and versatile folding card table with a wooden envelope opening and a rattan cane and wicker base, this characteristic handcrafted Italian piece dates back to the second half of the 20th century.

Design and Style: Ingenious square top with a rotating and folding mechanism featuring four triangular flaps (envelope/portefeuille opening), featuring a classic green cloth insert in the center for playing cards, supported by a sturdy four-legged frame with a curved central crosspiece for reinforcement.
Material and Finish: Polished wood top in a warm dark shade with metal folding hinges; rattan cane and wicker base with handcrafted bindings and a green game cloth in the center.
Ideal for: Living rooms, taverns, play corners, covered verandas, and studies; practical both open for game evenings and closed as a refined space-saving side table.
Technical Details and Condition:

Type: Folding game table / Envelope table on plant fiber legs.
Style: Mid-Century / Italian artisanal.
Manufacture / Origin: Italian manufacture, hand-crafted and finished (unmarked).
Materials: Wood, rattan cane, wicker, green cloth, metal hinges.
Period: Second half of the 20th century (Vintage).
Dimensions: Width 78 cm, Depth 78 cm, Total height 75.5 cm.
Condition: Good overall vintage condition. The wooden and rattan frame is sound, solid, and stable; the rotation mechanism and envelope flap hinges open perfectly and work; the green cloth is intact; normal signs of use and age on the surface patina consistent with its age and use. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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