Object Description
Circa 1860. An early George III mahogany D shaped triple top gaming table, the top with lovely figured mahogany and a simple rounded fore-edge, the first top opens to reveal a polished interior with stylish cast brass hinges to the side, the second tier baize lined and four oval guinea wells, carved out of the solid, this section is also hinged and opens to reveal an uninterrupted storage, the frieze with an elegant cast brass escutcheon, the demi lune frieze following the form of the top with a moulding beneath, the table rests on four elegant cabriole legs with quarter blocks on the top finishing on an extended pad foot. The back has three legs, one hinged to swing out and support the tops when open, there is a small ratchet on the back to support the various heights.