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Description :
Elegant French antique chess table dating from the 19th century, featuring a beautifully decorated circular top with a contrasting wood marquetry chessboard.
The tabletop displays an attractive combination of richly grained walnut and lighter, golden-toned wood, believed to be lemonwood. The alternating light and dark squares create a harmonious decorative composition, while the surrounding walnut veneer reveals particularly beautiful natural grain patterns, adding warmth and character to the piece.
The circular top rests on a slender, faceted central pedestal, supported by an elegant tripod base with gently curved arms and rounded feet. The graceful proportions and refined simplicity of the design are characteristic of French occasional furniture of the 19th century.
Despite its traditional appearance, this charming table is surprisingly lightweight, making it particularly easy to move and position wherever desired.
Originally designed for playing chess, it can also serve as an attractive occasional table, perfectly suited to a living room, library, study or reading corner.
The table has retained a lovely antique patina, with minor surface marks, gentle wear and natural variations in the wood consistent with its age and use.
A decorative and functional piece of French antique furniture, combining traditional craftsmanship, elegant proportions and the timeless appeal of a classic chessboard.
Dimensions:
H 73 cm / 28.74 in
Ø 48 cm / 18.90 in