Lot 618 , An 18th century Dutch oak and marquetry inlaid folding card table, W.2ft 6in.

An 18th century Dutch oak and marquetry inlaid folding card table, the hinged top opening to reveal a chessboard interior, with playing card inlaid to each corner, above a single frieze drawer, on pole legs and pad feet, W.2ft 6in.
Estimate £200-400

Overall this table is of a good rich reddish mid oak colour with golden inlay, the top has a few scuff and scratch marks along with some light white moulding to the surface which can be rubbed away, the top has two splits running approx 0.75 of an inch up from the hinges, this is more visible from the inside than the outside, internally a good decorative inlay, slight blooming and a little water damage to the varnish, drawer doesn't run particularly smoothly, has some white mould inside the lining, has its original lock and probably an associated key. One of the angled mouldings to the top of the back left leg is missing, overall handsome table with a tempting low estimate.


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Sold for £320