Antique Victorian Folding Card Jigsaw Table Red Velvet Baize Top, Collapsible Legs And Rare Original Metal Spring Action Lock Mechanism

Please note that I have had an operation and will be unable to dispatch larger items till later in the month, as I am not supposed to move heavy items etc. My partner will continue to try and get smaller items out as normal. If you would like to know if we can get your item out in our normal timeframes, please just message us with a link and we will let you know. If you are happy to wait for your item, then please go ahead and place your order as normal! Thanks for your business, and your patience and understanding. Chris

This elegant late Victorian folding card table is a charming and functional piece of late 19th-century furniture, crafted in warm, dark-stained mahogany with a richly coloured deep red velvet baize playing surface. Designed for portability and style, this antique table features beautifully tapered legs with fine detailing, and it folds flat thanks to a clever original spring-action locking mechanism still in working order. The table’s square format and proportions make it ideal for use as a classic games or bridge table, or as an attractive occasional or accent table in any traditional or eclectic interior.

The surface shows honest wear with some light marks and signs of age to the velvet effect material, giving the top a beautifully aged character without detracting from its usability or appeal. The underside reveals the original craftsmanship, with robust joints and the fully functional locking clasps that keep the legs securely in place when set up. The folding system is cleverly engineered, with each leg hinging inward and locking firmly via a twist-latch and spring-loaded clip, a mechanism typical of the era but seldom found in complete condition today.

For a games table, this is very sturdy. It has been beautifully engineered and is superior in every way to standard vintage games tables, made of lesser quality and wobbly.

Whether you're a collector of antique games tables, seeking a refined surface for cards, chess or drinks, or simply drawn to the decorative warmth of Victorian craftsmanship, this unique folding table adds history, colour and character to your space. It is an ideal piece for those who appreciate authentic antique furniture that is still fully functional and display-ready. The red baize contrasts beautifully with the rich mahogany frame, evoking the atmosphere of old parlours, gentlemen’s clubs and country houses.

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Height 67.5 cm
Width 76 cm
Depth 76 cm