Henredon Scene One Series Flip-Top Console or Game Table
Decorative Art / Furniture (Convertible Console to Game Table) • Henredon Furniture (Manufactured)
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern / Post-Modern / Mid-Mod Hollywood Regency
Medium & Technique
Burl wood veneers (likely olive ash or oak), solid wood substrate, and a high-gloss lacquer finish
Creation Period
Late 1970s to 1980s
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 30 inches (H) x 40 inches (W) x 20 inches (D) when closed, expanding to 40 inches x 40 inches when open (Square top)
Subject Description
A geometric, utilitarian furniture piece designed for multi-functional use. The design features a Parsons-style frame with a flip-top mechanism that unfolds to double the surface area. The visual focus is the book-matched and parquetry-arranged burl veneers, create organic, cloud-like patterns against rigid linear boundaries.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good (Visible surface scratches, possible minor lifting of veneer, and slight discoloration on the bottom of the legs consistent with age and storage)
Estimated Market Value
$600 - $1,200
Auction Estimate
$400 - $800
Provenance History
American manufactured luxury furniture; typically found in private residential estates from the late 20th century.
Art Historical Significance
Representational of the high-end American furniture industry's pivot toward Post-Modernism in the late 70s. Henredon's 'Scene One' collection is a hallmark of this era, emphasizing the natural beauty of exotic wood grains within a clean, architectural silhouette.
Notable Features
Distinctive 'Scene One' recessed groove detailing along the apron and legs; highly figured burl veneer; original heavy-duty brass piano hinges for the flip-top.
Condition Issues
Surface level 'spider web' scratches in the lacquer finish; minor edge wear on the corners of the flip-top; dust and grease accumulation from garage storage.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional buffing of the lacquer to restore clarity; cleaning with a mild wood-safe detergent; maintain in a climate-controlled environment to prevent veneer cracking; avoid direct UV light.
Collector Notes
Manufacturer Henredon