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19th Century Walnut Chess & Sewing Table.
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19th Century Walnut Chess & Sewing Table.

19th century
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A 19th century walnut chess and sewing table in beautiful condition with an octagonal hinged top incorporating an ebony and boxwood inlaid board, inside there is a divided interior with lidded compartments. the table is supported on an carved column and tripod legs. The table measures 76cm high x 45 wide.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
45cm (17.72")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Declaration

Priorwood Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Games Table to the 19th Century.

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SA1221020
Description
A 19th century walnut chess and sewing table in beautiful condition with an octagonal hinged top incorporating an ebony and boxwood inlaid board, inside there is a divided interior with lidded compartments. the table is supported on an carved column and tripod legs. The table measures 76cm high x 45 wide.

Any questions just ask, delivery is available.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
45cm (17.72")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Date of Manufacture

Priorwood Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Games Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1221020
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2025
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A Victorian octagonal walnut games table featuring an inlaid chessboard lid above a tapering trumpet pedestal on carved tripod legs.
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Archive I A Victorian octagonal walnut games table featuring an inlaid chessboard lid above a tapering trumpet pedestal on carved tripod legs.

19th Century Walnut Chess & Sewing table.

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A Victorian octagonal walnut games table featuring an inlaid chessboard lid above a tapering trumpet pedestal on carved tripod legs.
19th Century Walnut Chess & Sewing table.
Ref: SA1221020
A Victorian octagonal walnut games table featuring an inlaid chessboard lid above a tapering trumpet pedestal on carved tripod legs.
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Popularised during the mid-to-late nineteenth century, a trumpet table is an occasional table featuring a conical or trumpet-shaped storage cavity beneath a hinged lid, often incorporating an inlaid chessboard and interior compartments for needlework materials.

These tables were predominantly constructed from solid walnut, rosewood, or mahogany, frequently decorated with contrasting wood inlays such as boxwood or maple for marquetry and chess board detailing.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut joinery, solid timber drawer liners or trumpet frames, genuine wood veneer or marquetry, and original brass hardware or locks rather than modern reproductions.

Positioning the table as a functional accent piece in a reading corner or alongside armchairs creates a focal point, pairing traditional timber tones with contemporary upholstery and lighting.

Dust regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply natural beeswax sparingly to protect the timber surface; avoid placing the item near direct heat sources or high humidity to prevent veneer lifting.
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