PAIR OF GEORGE II STYLE WALNUT GAMES TABLES.

PAIR OF GEORGE II STYLE WALNUT GAMES TABLES. Late 19th century, England. These fine Centennial benchmade examples, each with burled walnut hinged demilune top with concave center, crossbanded, and with inlaid cartouches of contrasting scrolling “seaweed” patterns of delicate vinery inlay. The conforming apron fitted with a central drawer, similarly inlaid and raised on six faceted tapering ring-and ball-turned legs on bell feet. The legs joined by flat rectangular box stretchers, all with inlaid “seaweed” cartouches. The inner hinged and swinging rear legs opening to support the top when opened. The first top lined with central needlework panel wrought with exotic birds amidst foliage, the second depicting a woman seated within a landscape, all within a foliate border. Each panel with burled walnut border filled with cartouches inlaid with vinery. SIZE: 29-1/2″ h x 32″ w x 13-1/4″ d. PROVENANCE: From a fine Augusta, Maine estate. CONDITION: Structurally sound surfaces. Original veneers mostly intact. Hairline cracks and rippling in veneers throughout. 9-29193 (4,000-6,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2013

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2073	$2,962.50	PAIR OF GEORGE II STYLE WALNUT GAMES TABLES. Late 19th century, England. These fine Centennial benchmade examples, each with burled walnut hinged demilune top with concave center, crossbanded, and with inlaid cartouches of contrasting scrolling “seaweed” patterns of delicate vinery inlay. The conforming apron fitted with a central drawer, similarly inlaid and raised on six faceted tapering ring-and ball-turned legs on bell feet. The legs joined by flat rectangular box stretchers, all with inlaid “seaweed” cartouches. The inner hinged and swinging rear legs opening to support the top when opened. The first top lined with central needlework panel wrought with exotic birds amidst foliage, the second depicting a woman seated within a landscape, all within a foliate border. Each panel with burled walnut border filled with cartouches inlaid with vinery. SIZE: 29-1/2″ h x 32″ w x 13-1/4″ d. PROVENANCE: From a fine Augusta, Maine estate. CONDITION: Structurally sound surfaces. Original veneers mostly intact. Hairline cracks and rippling in veneers throughout. 9-29193 (4,000-6,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2013 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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