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It occurred to us that splayed legs would allow more leg room, and would gather an observer’s attention to the top, dramatically, and elegantly. An oval top was also a possibility, and it would also concentrate mental focus on the board. There is precedent for splayed legs in a “porringer” style table, so I took on that tradition in my design. First I drew the table with the customary two-centre turning to make simple Queen Anne legs. This table has a square apron and brackets to support the top, which has rounded ends.The final design was on Queen Anne legs, but the splay angle was changed inward. It also retained the oval apron with its edge bead, and the cock beaded drawer front. Since the table top was oval, oval brass pulls were fitted. The playing surface was now flush with the top, which allows a broader use of the table, and, when not being used for chess, makes the table more versatile. Along with the beading, the table edge was moulded, and the drawer bottom covered with green felt. We chose walnut for the table, using maple and rosewood for the playing surfaces.
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