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Italian Empire Mahogany Center Table Grand Tour Specimen Marble Chessboard Top

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A visually striking Empire style bronze mounted mahogany guéridon centre table with spectacular round exhibition style specimen marble top with central inlaid chessboard. Featuring a fine quality exceptionally executed Italian Grand Tour style specimen top, embellished with over one hundred different intricately arranged rare and exotic marble inlays and precious gem stones, comprising the most beautiful examples of Lapis luz blue, Malachite green, Sienna, Nero Portoro black, Pietra gray, rouge Rojo Levante, Verde Indio green to name just a few! Bold, rich, dramatic appearance, the circular form marble adorned with banded inlay, double framed with a variety of oval filets, the center portion with brilliant colorful samples against contrasting white veined black ground inlaid in square shapes, arranged as a functional chess gameboard. Supported atop a later, 20th century, architectural inspired columnar base in warm rich beautifully figured mahogany, rising on three column supports with gilt bronze capital mounts, joined by a tripartite star cross-stretcher, further raised on disc shaped bun feet. Dimensions: (approx) 29" Tall, 36" Diameter As warm and handsome as it is functional, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of uses, including as a fascinating large side table, card or games table, placed in the middle of a room as a statement piece, or in the foyer as a stunning and luxurious entry piece. Wherever it's placed, it's sure to add sophisticated elegance, refinement, timeless luxury, luminous warmth and depth to any space! Condition: Overall a wonderful example in great antique / vintage condition. Strong, sturdy, stable, structurally sound. Attractive appearance, the top presents well with minimal wear. The base having wear commensurate with age, use, and handling, including minor nicks, dings, chips, abrasions, rouge dark worn lower edge. Delivered cleaned, waxed, hand polished, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment!

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