This is a very attractive, useful and elegant small table in solid mahogany designed in the Sheraton Revival style. It would make an ideal side table that could be opened up to be used as a card table, if required.

The quality of workmanship on this piece is simply exceptional, with ebony inlay to the top, satinwood stringing and intricate marquetry inlaid panels.

The rectangular fold over top in well figured mahogany with ebony border  and carved edge lies over a deep frieze with a central classically inspired marquetry panel and semi circular sunburst carved panel below.

The frieze is bounded on each side by a further marquetry panel of trailing harebells edged with scroll carving.  These details are found on both the front and back, which is another sign of the quality of this table.

The fold over top is inlaid with the original baize, that is edged with a gilt-tooled leather border. The baize is in reasonable condition for its age; a little worn and marked in places.

It is usually best to keep the original baize if it is at all possible, particularly as new baize tends to be a very bright, vibrant green. However, if a purchaser would like the baize to be replaced, this would be done free of charge. 

The slender square tapering legs are inlaid with satinwood stringing and joined by an elegant central stretcher with central raised patera  and bordered by well carved open fretwork panels.

Although this table is over a hundred years old it has obviously been well looked after in its lifetime as it is in very good condition with no cracks, breaks or repairs. There is no evidence of warping or woodworm. The table retains the original wax finish, with a wonderful rich glowing colour and patina.