Description
Fine mid C18th George II Chippendale period mahogany gaming table .
Fold-over top baize-lined gaming or card table raised on carved cabriole fore-legs with well-carved bold acanthus leaf decoration onto a carved ‘ball-and-claw’ foot . The fold-over top of shaped ‘break-front’ form with polished candle-stick rests to the interior .
The base of the frieze with a carved gadrooned mould to the front and side returns, and fitted with a central oak-lined drawer retaining its original cast brass patinated rococo design handle .
The back legs of slender cabriole form with lappet carved knees onto a pad foot. The reverse fitted with a single gate-leg action to support the fold-over top .
The interior benefitting from having had a quality felt baize lining replacement approximately 25 years ago .
In excellent original condition with a good colour and patina . The figured mahogany top having a achieved a wonderful mellow patination.
Possibly Irish .
H 29”
W 30”
D 16”
England c. 1750
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance .
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 2102
Dimensions
Height = 74 cm (29")
Width = 75 cm (30")
Depth = 40 cm (16")
Fine mid C18th George II Chippendale period mahogany gaming table.
Price
SOLD
Item Ref
ML 2102
Description
Fine mid C18th George II Chippendale period mahogany gaming table .
Fold-over top baize-lined gaming or card table raised on carved cabriole fore-legs with well-carved bold acanthus leaf decoration onto a carved ‘ball-and-claw’ foot . The fold-over top of shaped ‘break-front’ form with polished candle-stick rests to the interior .
The base of the frieze with a carved gadrooned mould to the front and side returns, and fitted with a central oak-lined drawer retaining its original cast brass patinated rococo design handle .
The back legs of slender cabriole form with lappet carved knees onto a pad foot. The reverse fitted with a single gate-leg action to support the fold-over top .
The interior benefitting from having had a quality felt baize lining replacement approximately 25 years ago .
In excellent original condition with a good colour and patina . The figured mahogany top having a achieved a wonderful mellow patination.
Possibly Irish .
H 29”
W 30”
D 16”
England c. 1750
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance .
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 2102
Dimensions
Height = 74 cm (29")
Width = 75 cm (30")
Depth = 40 cm (16")
This item is SOLD and is no longer available to purchase.