Bidspirit auction | Clark-Herd Inlaid Mahogany Pool Table

Clark-Herd Inlaid Mahogany Pool Table - Maker: Clark-Herd Manufacturing Company Origin: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Date: Circa 1915-1925 Period/Style: American Late Victorian with Aesthetic Movement influence Materials: Mahogany and mahogany veneer, contrasting lightwood inlay, dark-stained wood, brass, leather and woven pocket components, billiard cloth, and presumed slate bed Form: Six-pocket pool or pocket-billiards table Description: A rare labeled American inlaid mahogany pool table by the Clark-Herd Manufacturing Company of Philadelphia. The substantial architectural frame is extensively ornamented with contrasting arabesque, foliate, and geometric lightwood inlay, with paneled sides, shaped aprons, brass rail-bolt rosettes, diamond-form sights, and four massive faceted legs with flared feet. The six-pocket playing surface retains blue-green cloth and woven drop pockets. The table bears Clark-Herd's proprietary Yankee Cushion label and closely relates in form to the period Brunswick Madison table. Mark: Retains a cast-metal label reading CLARK-HERD MFG. CO. / 2419-25 N. FRONT ST. / YANKEE CUSHION / PHILADA., PENNA. Dimensions: 34.5 in. H, 59 in. W, 110 in. L. Shipping note: While Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing and shipping services, we do have a list of recommended third-party shippers to assist you in shipping to and from our facility. Please note that property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within this time frame is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item as outlined in our terms and conditions. Please review our website, stevensauction.com, for a list of recommended shippers and other information. Please contact us at info@stevensauction.com if you require further assistance. Condition: Presents attractively with scattered scratches, abrasions, finish wear, surface variation, minor veneer or inlay losses, and age-related separations. The cloth exhibits staining, spotting, wear, pilling, and surface marks. Pocket leathers, woven nets, and fringe show wear, fading, deformation, and possible replacements or repairs. Brass fittings have oxidation and surface wear. Disassembly and specialized transportation will be required. Dimensions: 34.5 x 59 in