Fine Aesthetic Movement Burr Walnut & Marquetry Compactum Games / Work Table

Fine Aesthetic Movement Burr Walnut & Marquetry Compactum Games / Work Table Brief Description: This is a superb quality original 19th-century Victorian Aesthetic Movement compactum games and work table. The exceptional piece combines richly figured burr walnut veneers with contrasting ebonised woodwork, delicate marquetry inlay and finely executed decorative detailing throughout. The beautifully figured rectangular top features canted corners, contrasting ebonised borders, fine stringing and an elegant central marquetry motif. The hinged top opens to reveal beautifully inlaid playing surfaces for chess, backgammon and cribbage, making this a wonderfully versatile piece of Victorian games furniture. Beneath the playing surfaces is a fitted, compartmentalised drawer, complete with its original-style green-lined storage sections, together with a further sliding work compartment below. The table is supported by four elegant, turned and ebonised columns, embellished with delicate gilt detailing, which rise from beautifully shaped trestle bases united by a decorative turned stretcher. It retains its original castors, allowing the table to be moved with ease. A particularly attractive feature is the suspended, shaped central work compartment, which is richly veneered in burr walnut and further embellished with delicate marquetry decoration. The quality of the cabinetmaking, together with the combination of burr walnut, ebonised finishes and intricate inlaid decoration, makes this a particularly striking example of Victorian decorative furniture. An exceptional and highly decorative antique that would make a wonderful addition to a period drawing room, library, study or games room. Note: The Games pieces are for display purposes only. Attributes: Period: Victorian, late 19th century Circa: 1870–1890 Style: Aesthetic Movement Materials: Burr walnut veneers, ebonised wood, decorative marquetry and string inlay Form: Compactum games and work table Games: Chess, backgammon and cribbage Condition: Presented in very good antique condition, with age-related wear and minor surface imperfections consistent with its considerable age and historical use. The richly figured veneers, contrasting ebonised surfaces and decorative inlay present beautifully, retaining the wonderful character and charm of this exceptional Victorian piece. Note: There is a small area of brass gadgrooning missing, together with two small pieces of carving from the frieze - see images. i Overall Measurements (When closed): INCHES & CENTIMETRES Height: 28'' | 71.1 cm Width: 25.2'' | 64 cm Depth: 15.8'' | 40.1 cm ^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^ Delivery Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services. Great care and much time are taken over the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces that we sell. We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition. For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers who always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days. Returns Policy Artsonline provides a genuine no-quibble 14-day money-back refund policy (excluding the cost of Postage and Packaging). Pay Securely - Telephone orders are welcome Image result for payments accepted logos Secure-Payment-Vpadeb-sa-la-go-th-et-an-gt-004086-BACS-Order-PayPal-M/Card