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Victorian Walnut Drop-leaf Games Table
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Victorian Walnut Drop-leaf Games Table

19th century
Sold 15 April 2025 · Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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Description

A superb drop-leaf walnut games table in excellent antique condition. The table top boasts a beautiful chequered design that can be flipped to reveal a baize surface, perfect for playing cards. Beneath the table top, there is a convenient storage compartment, ideal for keeping cards, chess pieces, and checkers organized. Each leaf of the table features a carved figure representing Scotland, England, Ireland, and Wales, adding a unique cultural touch.

The table is supported by four reeded columns, adorned with subtle geometric carvings, which lead down to elegantly curved legs ending in cream castors for easy movement. As with all antique pieces, it carries some imperfections that enhance its character. Its rich walnut finish highlights the natural beauty of the wood and is complemented by a stunning patina, making this table both functional and a striking historical centrepiece.

The table measures 106cm wide and 106.5 cm deep when open

Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Walnut Games Table to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
56.5cm (22.24")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1136623
Dealers Internal Reference
SAI3758
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Description
A superb drop-leaf walnut games table in excellent antique condition.
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The table top boasts a beautiful chequered design that can be flipped to reveal a baize surface, perfect for playing cards.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

Beneath the table top, there is a convenient storage compartment, ideal for keeping cards, chess pieces, and checkers organized. Each leaf of the table features a carved figure representing Scotland, England, Ireland, and Wales, adding a unique cultural touch.

fig 1. A Victorian walnut games table featuring a chess board inlay, drop leaves with marquetry details, and a carved central pedestal with scrolled feet on castors.
fig 1. Victorian Walnut Drop-leaf Games Table

The table is supported by four reeded columns, adorned with subtle geometric carvings, which lead down to elegantly curved legs ending in cream castors for easy movement. As with all antique pieces, it carries some imperfections that enhance its character. Its rich walnut finish highlights the natural beauty of the wood and is complemented by a stunning patina, making this table both functional and a striking historical centrepiece.

The table measures 106cm wide and 106.5 cm deep when open

Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Walnut Games Table to the Victorian era.

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
56.5cm (22.24")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1136623
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI3758
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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A Victorian walnut games table featuring a chess board inlay, drop leaves with marquetry details, and a carved central pedestal with scrolled feet on castors.
Victorian Walnut Drop-Leaf Games Table
Ref: SA1136623
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Burr Walnut, Mixed Hardwood Inlays
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsChess board parquetry, Floral marquetry drop leaves, Carved central pillar, Scrolled tripod base
  • SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 57 cm (22 in) x D 56.5 cm (22 in)

FAQs

Victorian games tables gained popularity during the 19th century as parlour pastimes and entertaining at home became central to middle and upper-class social life. These multi-functional pieces often featured folding or rotating tops to accommodate chess, draughts, cards, and backgammon.

Cabinet makers typically used dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, and rosewood for the primary frames. Decorative techniques such as marquetry, parquetry, and burr walnut veneers were frequently applied to the surfaces to create intricate geometric patterns and inlaid chess boards.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut joinery, traditional timber shrinkage, and period-appropriate hardware such as brass castors. Examination of the underside and interior compartments often reveals hand-planed secondary woods and period construction methods distinct from modern reproductions.

An antique games table functions effectively as an accent piece in a living room, study, or library. Placing it with leaves folded down against a wall or opened up with decorative accessories highlights its craftsmanship while maintaining functionality.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent veneer cracking and fading. Regular dusting with a dry, soft cloth and occasional application of appropriate beeswax helps maintain the timbers finish.
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