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Mahogany Envelope Card Table
Gaylords Antiques
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Mahogany Envelope Card Table

19th century
Description

This charming mahogany Art Nouveau envelope card table, displaying wonderful inlay from boxwood, pewter and mother of pearl , each section opens to a tooled baize , drawer below and gilt knob handles, standing on tapering legs . The table was originally designed as a games table but would be a conversation piece in any home .

Dimensions:-

Width 21" 53cm

Depth 21" 53cm

Height 29" 76cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
53cm (20.87")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Gaylords Antiques has dated this Mahogany Envelope Card Table to the 1890s.

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SA1231861
Description
This charming mahogany Art Nouveau envelope card table, displaying wonderful inlay from boxwood, pewter and mother of pearl , each section opens to a tooled baize , drawer below and gilt knob handles, standing on tapering legs . The table was originally designed as a games table but would be a conversation piece in any home .

Dimensions:-

Width 21" 53cm

Depth 21" 53cm

Height 29" 76cm

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
53cm (20.87")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Gaylords Antiques has dated this Mahogany Envelope Card Table to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1231861
Gaylords Antiques
Gaylords Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2011

Antique furniture specialists est 1966

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Titchfield
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Hampshire
P014 4DG
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An Edwardian mahogany envelope card table featuring marquetry floral inlay on four triangular folding top leaves, a single drawer with brass handles, and square tapered legs.
Mahogany Envelope Card Table
Ref: SA1231861
An Edwardian mahogany envelope card table featuring marquetry floral inlay on four triangular folding top leaves, a single drawer with brass handles, and square tapered legs.
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An envelope card table is a compact gaming table developed in late nineteenth-century Britain. It features four triangular triangular-hinged top leaves that rotate on a central pivot and open outward like an envelope to create a larger square playing surface.

These tables were primarily constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany or rosewood, frequently decorated with satinwood, boxwood, or brass inlays. The interior playing surface was typically lined with baize or felt, and single frieze drawers were incorporated to hold playing cards and counters.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints on the frieze drawers, original brass handle fittings, and a smooth swivel mechanism for the folding top. Natural wear on the timber underside, light surface oxidation on metal parts, and original baize remnants indicate age.

When closed, the table serves as a compact accent piece ideal for an entryway, hallway, or empty corner. It can support table lamps or small decorative objects, and can be converted easily into an active surface for board games or reading when opened.

Keep the wood away from direct sunlight and radiators to prevent shrinking, cracking, or fading of the inlaid veneers. Clean surfaces using a soft cloth, and apply a light coat of natural beeswax polish along the grain annually to maintain the protective finish.
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