A handsome Victorian chess or games table of elegant proportions, raised on a finely turned barley-twist pedestal terminating in a carved tripod base.The rectangular top with rounded corners incorporates an attractive parquetry chessboard inset, displaying rich colour and pleasing variation in the timber. A useful frieze drawer provides storage for gaming pieces and currently contains a collection of period draughts counters.The table possesses a wonderful aged patina developed over many years of use, with wear to the top consistent with its age, contributing greatly to its character and authenticity.An appealing decorative and functional piece, equally suited as a side table, lamp table or occasional table, whilst remaining perfectly practical for chess and other board games.Dimensions• Height: 72.5cm• Width: 56cm• Depth: 39.5cmConditionGood antique condition with age-related wear, marks and surface patination commensurate with use and age. The ches...