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Mid C18th George II Period Mahogany Fold-over Gaming Table .
For sale by M Lees and Sons
for sale €1,287     $1,397
£1,100
M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons

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    M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218
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Mid C18th George II Period Mahogany Fold-over Gaming Table .

18th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Mid C18th George II period mahogany fold-over gaming table .

Rectangular Cuban mahogany gaming or card table raised on bold , shapely cabriole supports onto broad , spreading pad feet . The fold-over top has been re-lined in bright scarlet red felt baize replicating the worn original. The rear with a single gate-leg action to support the top when opened.

Minor historic woodworm to the rear frame which has been treated and eradicated .

In excellent condition, the figured mahogany top has achieved a pleasing mellow, faded colour and patina. The friezes and legs with a rich , deep patination.

H 29”

W 33”

D 16”

England c.1740

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this George II Gaming Table to the Georgian era.

Independent Date Check ID 07162170
Dealer's Item DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 265-295 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE GEORGIAN ERA:
Dense Cuban mahogany top: rich curl and grain found in early imported timber.
Cabriole legs on pad feet: early to mid-eighteenth-century design.
Joint lines at the knee ears: separate applied blocks customary in early cabinetwork.
Mortised brass card-table hinges: flush fitting used on period fold-over tops.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
83cm (32.68")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA880310
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 223
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Mid C18th George II period mahogany fold-over gaming table .
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Rectangular Cuban mahogany gaming or card table raised on bold , shapely cabriole supports onto broad , spreading pad feet.
M Lees and Sons

. The fold-over top has been re-lined in bright scarlet red felt baize replicating the worn original. The rear with a single gate-leg action to support the top when opened.

fig 1. A mid-18th-century George II mahogany fold-over gaming table featuring elegant cabriole legs with pad feet.
fig 1. Mid C18th George II Period Mahogany Fold-over Gaming Table .

Minor historic woodworm to the rear frame which has been treated and eradicated .

In excellent condition, the figured mahogany top has achieved a pleasing mellow, faded colour and patina. The friezes and legs with a rich , deep patination.

H 29”

W 33”

D 16”

England c.1740

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this George II Gaming Table to the Georgian era.

Independent Date Report ID 07162170
Dealer's Item DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques datingGeorgian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 265-295 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the Georgian era:
Dense Cuban mahogany top: rich curl and grain found in early imported timber.
Cabriole legs on pad feet: early to mid-eighteenth-century design.
Joint lines at the knee ears: separate applied blocks customary in early cabinetwork.
Mortised brass card-table hinges: flush fitting used on period fold-over tops.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
83cm (32.68")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA880310
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 223
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A mid-18th-century George II mahogany fold-over gaming table featuring elegant cabriole legs with pad feet.

Mid C18th George II Period Mahogany Fold-over Gaming Table .

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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
Items For Sale 368
Items Sold 1,600
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A mid-18th-century George II mahogany fold-over gaming table featuring elegant cabriole legs with pad feet.
Mid C18th George II period mahogany fold-over gaming table .
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  • ObjectCard Tables
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge II
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCabriole legs, Pad feet, Fold-over top, Deep apron
  • SizeH 72 cm (28 in) x W 83 cm (33 in) x D 40 cm (16 in)

This George II period mahogany fold-over gaming table dates from the mid-eighteenth century. Formed from Cuban mahogany, the rectangular item has a figured timber top with a mellow faded warm brown colour, a fold-over design, and a deep frieze apron. Bold, shapely cabriole supports rise onto broad, spreading pad feet, while the rear features a single gate-leg action to support the top when opened. Minor historic woodworm to the rear frame has been treated and eradicated. Measuring 72 cm high, 83 cm wide, and 40 cm deep, this card table fits neatly beside the front door of an English country house or similar traditional interior setting today. It provides a classic accent piece for hallway display or occasional use.

FAQs

George II gaming tables, dating from around 1727 to 1760, were designed for British high societys passion for card games. They typically feature fold-over tops, slender cabriole legs terminating in pad or claw-and-ball feet, and dense Cuban or West Indian mahogany construction.

Cabinetmakers primarily used solid and veneered mahogany, favoured for its rich grain, durability, and deep lustre. The interior folding mechanisms frequently utilized hand-cut dovetail joints, oak or pine secondary woods, and brass gate-leg hinges.

Authentic pieces display hand-sawn timber marks, hand-carved cabriole shaping, and period-correct iron or brass hardware. Inspecting the underside reveals hand-planed surfaces, natural shrinkage across wood grain, and age-appropriate oxidisation of secondary timber.

When folded closed, these pieces function as elegant hallway console tables, side tables in a living room, or decorative features behind a sofa. Opened fully, they provide functional surfaces for casual dining or board games in modern spaces.

Keep the wood away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent drying or fading. Preserve the original patina by dusting regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and applying a quality beeswax polish once or twice a year.
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