IMPORTANT GEORGE II MAHOGANY CARD TABLE,18th century. Molded-edge rectangular top with extended corners, opening to needlepoint-lined gaming surface having well-rendered figural scene bounded by crossbanded veneers; conforming frieze with gadrooned edge having single cockbeaded drawer with brass pull handle; standing on acanthus-carved cabriole legs with claw-and-ball front and pad rear feet - Open: 29 1/2 in. x 33 1/2 in. x 34 in.; Closed: 29 1/2 in. x 33 1/2 in. x 17 in. Estimate $3,000-5,000
The card table has undergone some restoration with added drawer supports, new under-surface board, and replaced backboard. The crossbanded mahogany gaming surface has sustained a water mark measuring 3 1/2 in. x 2 1/2 in.
