Game Tables: Tough Decision  

I'd love to help Leif, but I've yet to reach the critical 'embarrassment of riches' stage, that forces a binary solution to a complex issue. I'm afraid I just can't relate!

I kid of course... Well somewhat.

Given the motivations to sell are external and therefore at odds with the collector in you, I've approached it VERY practically (read: financially). Keep the Brazilian piece.

You will achieve a great price for the Danish game table, it's documented and stunning. Without implying it's about to come crashing down we ARE at a peak at the price of Danish furniture, prices haven't been higher. Great time to sell this. With more time, comes more opportunity to identify the Brazilian piece. Brazilian mid century design also appears to be gaining traction, so arguably this will be a better piece to part with at a later date. If Brazilian mid century takes off in the way Danish has it may become easier to identify this in years to come!

I cannot argue for either's innate beauty, while they're wildly different I think they're equally stunning on totally different levels. Nothing can match the craftsmanship on display in the Madsen and Larsen table, after you posted about it a couple of weeks back I spent an evening poring over auction photos of one. The Brazilian table's legs are just superb and while it lacks the detailing seen on the Danish table it also has the sheer beauty of the timber on it's side. Despite the jibe earlier, I do not envy you here.

Good luck, Leif.

Actually no, sorry. Sell the Brazilian one.

All the reasons I listed are way too cynical, you are still a collector and the Madsen and Larsen table is just stunning. Keep it forever. And maybe give it a hug before going to bed each night.

why,

I would have a difficult time parting with either! And to think how many games were won and lost around these beauties! I'd probably try and shoe-horn the rosewood table to the left of the sofa, maybe tucking the existing table underneath for a mixed "nesting" set-up. But if that wouldn't work...I'd probably ___________. Then I'd have a drink.

why,

Aunt Mark

ps. I like large tables next to sofa's.. the perfect surface for books and friendly objects. Eameshead would like the table on the left...

pss. I'm digging' the rug.

I like the Danish one more, by a nose. Not that that makes any difference, though. I think you just need to live with the decision-making process for awhile. In time, it will be come more clear which one you like best.

PS, I like the rug, too.

There's really only one way to approach this, Leif. And I think you already know it.

Push your pile of chips to the middle and tell her it's her call.

Don't lose sight of the long game.

When you sell this house, buy a bigger one that has two game rooms.

Check mate.

I think we should open another thread on women and their role in keeping housebands from accumulating too much furniture...

The Danish to keep, great rug too.

Cheers

Ernest

"housebands"!

I may need to use that one if you don't mind, Ernest.

Kyle: I do keep both game tables in the bedroom, ironically. I am renovating the house, so things are disorganized. I am extremely cynical about almost everything, except Danish Modern.

Mark: this rug is a mystery to me. I bought it for a song on CL after it sat there. Now I can fend off the offers fast enough. Really ties the room together.

Spanky: most days I am with you on Madsen and Larsen by a nose. I

If I have this right, she's forcing the decision, but is otherwise unwilling to participate further or bear responsibility for results. Classic MBA training.

Remember the Kobayashi Maru!

P.S. Everything I say is a lie.

The mistake was not intended 🙂

might as live with what's 'divine', yeah?

("Does it spark joy?")

Ties the room together indeed.......keep the Danish table.......despite the beauty of the braz. rosewood, the Madsen/Larsen piece is superior in my eyes .......the design and execution are just on another level. With that said, I'll echo the sentiment of the group and say that you can't go wrong either way. Good luck with it Leif!

tktoo: She does have a master's degree in negotiation and conflict resolution. But frankly, I think the case is overstated. We discussed the situation, and both of us know that we don't need two game tables. I am actually a severe minimalist, so I really don't want to keep two game tables, really (probably why I like Danish Modern and B