Middletons Antiques

Description

This 18th Century Georgian antique mahogany card or games table is beautifully designed, and of the highest quality and craftsmanship.

It is constructed of heavy dense solid mahogany, and has a fold over, hinged top, and gate legged mechanism to the rear of the frame.

When open, the playing surface has a wonderfully curved and shaped design, with a baize playing area, and circular corner platforms to take cards and game tokens for each of the 4 players.

When closed, as a side table or console, the deeply sculptured profile of the top is repeated in the design of the apron and sides. And it stands on 4 beautifully crafted cabriole legs

Fine condition throughout. The knuckle jointed hinge to the rear oak frame is original, hand cut and in excellent working order. The brass hinges to the top are also original, undisturbed and sound. The two leaves of the top are perfectly flat with no warping or gaps when closed. It has a newly replaced fine baize cloth playing surface.

To the rear, behind the gate leg, there would originally have been a concealed drawer, fitted into the frame to store playing cards and game tokens. This sadly is missing. The small hole to the inside surface of the gate support was to accommodate the knob handle of the drawer when the gate mechanism was closed (See photo).

Width: 79 centimetres
Height: 79 centimetres
Depth: 39 centimetres
ALL OF OUR ITEMS INCLUDE FREE UK MAINLAND DELIVERY.

We are based in Cornwall and have over 40 years experience of dealing in antiques of the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries.
Our business is founded on the passion we have for our subject, as well as a solid knowledge and understanding of the goods we sell, and the trade environment we work in.

We stock a wide range of unique items, all historically sound, and all in showroom condition. Quality furnishings to complement your own taste and flair for interior design, and including furniture, mirrors, works of art, and metal ware.

Our policy has always been to source and select only the most charming and engaging genuine antiques for our collection.


We do not sell reproductions or copies.

Most of our sales are made remotely via websites such as Antiques Atlas, and we are always happy to discuss and answer questions about our stock by email or phone. Please do get in touch.
Viewings can be arranged by appointment here in Cornwall and we will always explain the history of our stock and restoration work that has been carried out.


PAYMENTS Bank Transfers Credit/ Debit Cards and Paypal are accepted.
If your preferred method of payment is by card, an invoice will be emailed. This will include a link which opens up a merchant window to allow your transaction to be completed privately online. For your confidentiality and security, I prefer not to take card details or payments over the phone.

Please get in touch if you have any questions.
Kind Regards, Mark and Carole Middleton



REVIEWS -
Georgian Toilet Mirror. Delivered to Australia ..
''Breathtakingly beautiful Mahogany toilet mirror ! Delicately dovetailed drawers are as smooth as silk. The acorn finials are a treat. The mahogany has a marvelous lustre and fine patina consumate with its age.
Beautifully packed with extreme care it arrived in pristine condition. This seller is an absolute joy to work with ! Many thanks.''

Document Cabinet. Delivered UK
''A gorgeous piece of furniture. It was really well packaged for delivery and seller sent some useful notes about the locking mechanism.''