Bidspirit auction | American Classical Mahogany Card Table

American Classical Mahogany Card Table - Origin: Probably New York Date: Circa 1835-1845 Period/Style: American Late Classical Materials: Mahogany, figured mahogany veneer, pine secondary wood, and brass hardware Form: Rotating fold-over card or games table Description: American Late Classical mahogany card table, probably New York, circa 1835-1845. The rectangular rotating fold-over top is veneered with book-matched crotch mahogany and opens to a square playing surface above a concealed storage well. A deep cushion-molded frieze with figured mahogany veneer rests on paired pierced lyre-form standards above a molded plinth. The quadripartite base has shaped sweeping legs ending in brass casters. Dimensions: 29 in. H, 35.5 in. W. 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: Retains an old refinished surface with scattered scratches, abrasions, stains, fading, and finish variation. Both halves of the top exhibit pronounced shrinkage cracks, veneer splits, repaired areas, and surface irregularities. Scattered veneer lifting, edge losses, and infill are present. Old glue, structural repairs, and joint separation are visible beneath the table and around the pedestal and base. Storage well has staining, scratches, residue, and edge wear. Hinges and casters appear period. Dimensions: 29 x 35.5 in