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Antique Walnut & Mahogany Inlaid Chess Table
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Antique Walnut & Mahogany Inlaid Chess Table

19th century
Sold 10 June 2025 · John Howkins Antiques
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A Victorian mahogany and walnut inlaid games table, the oval top having an ebony and sycamore inlaid chess board with decorative Sheraton style oval shells in coloured woods. The baluster turned base having a brass catch for the tilt top and joining a triform base with turned feet below. Condition- very good and ready for use. Dimensions:- Height…27''/ 69cm. Width…25''/ 63cm. Depth…18''/ 46cm. Delivery by furniture carrier £45.

Physical Dimensions
Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Walnut Chess Table to the 19th Century.

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SA1145403
Dealers Internal Reference
24770
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A Victorian mahogany and walnut inlaid games table, the oval top having an ebony and sycamore inlaid chess board with decorative Sheraton style oval shells in coloured woods.
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The baluster turned base having a brass catch for the tilt top and joining a triform base with turned feet below.
John Howkins Antiques

Condition- very good and ready for use. Dimensions:- Height…27''/ 69cm. Width…25''/ 63cm. Depth…18''/ 46cm. Delivery by furniture carrier £45.

Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Walnut Chess Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1145403
Dealers Internal Ref
24770
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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An antique oval walnut and mahogany inlaid chess table featuring a central checkerboard pattern, supported by a turned pedestal column and a tripartite base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique oval walnut and mahogany inlaid chess table featuring a central checkerboard pattern, supported by a turned pedestal column and a tripartite base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Walnut & Mahogany Inlaid Chess Table

Archive II An antique oval walnut and mahogany inlaid chess table featuring a central checkerboard pattern, supported by a turned pedestal column and a tripartite base. View II
Archive III An antique oval walnut and mahogany inlaid chess table featuring a central checkerboard pattern, supported by a turned pedestal column and a tripartite base. View III
Archive IV An antique oval walnut and mahogany inlaid chess table featuring a central checkerboard pattern, supported by a turned pedestal column and a tripartite base. View IV
Archive V An antique oval walnut and mahogany inlaid chess table featuring a central checkerboard pattern, supported by a turned pedestal column and a tripartite base. View V
Archive VI An antique oval walnut and mahogany inlaid chess table featuring a central checkerboard pattern, supported by a turned pedestal column and a tripartite base. View VI
Archive VII An antique oval walnut and mahogany inlaid chess table featuring a central checkerboard pattern, supported by a turned pedestal column and a tripartite base. View VII
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John Howkins Antiques
Telephone 01508 498335 or 07770 311 611
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The Grange
Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
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An antique oval walnut and mahogany inlaid chess table featuring a central checkerboard pattern, supported by a turned pedestal column and a tripartite base.
Antique Walnut & Mahogany Inlaid Chess Table
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An antique oval walnut and mahogany inlaid chess table featuring a central checkerboard pattern, supported by a turned pedestal column and a tripartite base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectGames Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Mahogany, Mixed Wood Inlay
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsChessboard inlay, Shell marquetry cartouche, Turned pedestal base, Tripartite foot
  • SizeH 69 cm (27 in) x W 63 cm (25 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

FAQs

Games tables gained significant popularity during the 18th and 19th centuries as parlour pastimes became a central social activity for the affluent classes, leading to specialised furniture designs for chess, cards, and backgammon.

These pieces typically feature solid hardwood frames of mahogany or walnut, finished with elaborate wood veneers, geometric marquetry, and intricate crossbanding using contrasting timbers.

Authenticity is determined by examining hand-cut dovetails, traditional joinery, natural timber ageing, subtle irregularities in hand-inlaid veneers, and the type of secondary woods used in the interior construction.

Position the piece as a focal point in a study or drawing room, allowing its intricate surface work to contrast with minimalist modern seating or neutral architectural backgrounds.

Maintain stable indoor humidity levels, keep the furniture away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and periodically apply high-quality beeswax to nourish the polished timber surface.
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