Games table - Mahogany, Leather, Velvet

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Folding game table in mahogany with leather top, in the Antique Luigi XV style dating from 1850–1900, with cabriole legs and a veneered appearance and weighing about 20 kg.

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Foldable game table in leather and mahogany, Luigi XV style

This foldable gaming table represents a refined example of nineteenth-century French craftsmanship, inspired by the Luigi XV style. Characterized by elegant curved lines, finely carved Cabriole legs, and a leather top that folds, it was designed to be functional and decorative in aristocratic drawing rooms. These tables were used for card games and other social pastimes, reflecting the importance of social life and amusement in the homes of high society. Foldable game tables in mahogany with leather detailing are highly valued by collectors of French antique furniture, antique furniture enthusiasts, and interior designers seeking unique pieces for classic or eclectic settings. Their charm lies in the combination of formal elegance, practical functionality, artisanal quality, and historical value, making them sought after for both cultural significance and 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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Foldable game table in leather and mahogany, Luigi XV style

This foldable gaming table represents a refined example of nineteenth-century French craftsmanship, inspired by the Luigi XV style. Characterized by elegant curved lines, finely carved Cabriole legs, and a leather top that folds, it was designed to be functional and decorative in aristocratic drawing rooms. These tables were used for card games and other social pastimes, reflecting the importance of social life and amusement in the homes of high society. Foldable game tables in mahogany with leather detailing are highly valued by collectors of French antique furniture, antique furniture enthusiasts, and interior designers seeking unique pieces for classic or eclectic settings. Their charm lies in the combination of formal elegance, practical functionality, artisanal quality, and historical value, making them sought after for both cultural significance and 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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Details

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
ItalyVerified
175
Objects sold
78.57%
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