Early 20th Century French Fruitwood Games Table - Reversible Top, Baize & Chessboard c.1930

Early 20th C French Fruitwood Games Table, c.1930 - Reversible Top, Baize & Chessboard A versatile and elegant piece for play or display Date: Circa 1930 Origin: France Material: Solid fruitwood with rich patination Top: Reversible - one side with inlaid chessboard, reverse with baize playing surface Features: Four pull‑out drink holders with metal coaster infills Fittings: Decorative bronze mounts to legs Delivery: Not included - please use the Request Delivery Quote feature located next to the ‘Add to Basket’ tab before completing your order Heritage, Craftsmanship & Authentic Character:- This charming French games table captures the leisure culture of the early 20th century, when furniture could be both functional and refined. Crafted from warm fruitwood with a mellow patina, it offers a reversible top: a crisply inlaid chessboard on one side and a green baize surface on the other, suitable for cards or other games. Four discreet pull‑out drink holders add period convenience, while bronze mounts to the legs lend a subtle decorative lift. Minor signs of age, including light water marks and old, inactive woodworm, reflect its decades of sociable use without compromising its stability. Visual Details:- The accompanying photographs highlight the well‑figured fruitwood, the reversible top in both chessboard and baize configurations, the neat integration of cup holders, and the patina that has developed over the last ninety years. Close‑ups of the fittings and legs show the quality of its construction and the honest wear consistent with its age. These images form an essential part of the condition report for complete purchasing confidence.  Styling Suggestions:- An ideal centrepiece for a games room, library, or sitting room, this table brings both playfulness and poise to an interior. When not in active use, it can display decorative objects or function as an occasional table, ready to transform into a games surface at a moment’s notice. Sustainability:- Choosing antique furniture reduces waste, and brings irreplaceable patina that new items cannot replicate. Pieces like this games table offer a sustainable blend of beauty, craftsmanship, and utility. This is both an aesthetic and environmental decision - and an essential act in keeping traditional skills alive. Without demand for restoration and conservation, the master‑craftsmen capable of such work will become increasingly rare. Purchase with Confidence:- Transparent Condition Details: Please examine all photographs carefully for a complete understanding of each item’s condition. These images form a crucial part of our detailed condition report, offering clear insights into the craftsmanship, patina, and quality of this piece. Trusted Heritage: We are an established and successful business with many happy clients from both trade and private sectors. You are warmly invited to visit our beautiful showroom and shop in West Sussex to experience our collection first-hand.