Games table - Mahogany, Leather, Velvet
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Description from the seller
Foldable gaming table in leather and mahogany, Louis XV style
This foldable gaming table represents a refined example of nineteenth-century French craftsmanship, inspired by the Louis XV style. Characterized by elegant curved lines, finely carved Cabriole legs, and a leather top that folds away, it was designed to be both functional and decorative in aristocratic salons. These tables were used for card playing and other social pastimes, reflecting the importance of social life and entertainment in the homes of high society. Foldable gaming tables in mahogany with leather details are highly prized by collectors of French antique furniture, by enthusiasts of period décor, and by interior designers seeking unique pieces for classical or eclectic settings. Their charm lies in the combination of formal elegance, practical functionality, artisanal quality, and historical value, making them sought after both for their cultural significance and for their aesthetic beauty.
Seller's Story
Welcome to our profile. We are antique enthusiasts with a deep passion for art, history, and the charm of the past, cultivated through years of research and dedication. On Catawiki we offer a careful and curated selection of antiques: from period furniture to refined objets d'art, up to paintings and sculptures of quality.
Our goal is to offer collectors and lovers of beauty authentic pieces, selected rigorously for their quality, rarity, and condition. We guarantee maximum transparency in descriptions, detailed photographs, and secure and professional packaging, so that these wonders of the past can reach your homes intact to continue their story.
Translated by Google TranslateFoldable gaming table in leather and mahogany, Louis XV style
This foldable gaming table represents a refined example of nineteenth-century French craftsmanship, inspired by the Louis XV style. Characterized by elegant curved lines, finely carved Cabriole legs, and a leather top that folds away, it was designed to be both functional and decorative in aristocratic salons. These tables were used for card playing and other social pastimes, reflecting the importance of social life and entertainment in the homes of high society. Foldable gaming tables in mahogany with leather details are highly prized by collectors of French antique furniture, by enthusiasts of period décor, and by interior designers seeking unique pieces for classical or eclectic settings. Their charm lies in the combination of formal elegance, practical functionality, artisanal quality, and historical value, making them sought after both for their cultural significance and for their aesthetic beauty.
Seller's Story
Welcome to our profile. We are antique enthusiasts with a deep passion for art, history, and the charm of the past, cultivated through years of research and dedication. On Catawiki we offer a careful and curated selection of antiques: from period furniture to refined objets d'art, up to paintings and sculptures of quality.
Our goal is to offer collectors and lovers of beauty authentic pieces, selected rigorously for their quality, rarity, and condition. We guarantee maximum transparency in descriptions, detailed photographs, and secure and professional packaging, so that these wonders of the past can reach your homes intact to continue their story.
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Era
1400-1900
Weight
20 kg
Style subtype
Louis XV Style
Country of origin
France
Material
Leather, Mahogany, Velvet
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
72 cm
Width
80 cm
Depth
80 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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