French Louis XVI Walnut Game Table with Reversible Embossed Leather Top, Marquetry Games Play Board and Inlaid Backgammon Board
A French walnut game table from circa 1880 with 3 surface options: inlaid marquetry game board and embossed leather reversible top, or inlaid backgammon board on the interior. This French walnut game table captivates with its exquisite craftsmanship and versatile design, providing a games table surface (perfect for card games or other leisurely activities), side table or desk when the embossed leather top is revealed. When used as a game table, the table showcases a beautiful inlaid gameboard for chess or checkers marquetry on the alternate side of the removable top; alternately, when the top is removed, a lovely inlaid backgammon surface is revealed, adorned with delicately marquetry-embellished surface, with game piece storage on the sides. The table's elegant base is enhanced with the four fluted legs, which are adorned with a simple molding on the top of each. The fine combination of embossed leather surface and games marquetry elements brings together a sense of refined sophistica