Item 60
Antique Merle & Heaney Poker Table Base, c. 1880s
This is a rare and substantial antique saloon poker table base, manufactured by The Merle & Heaney Mfg. Co. of Chicago during the late 19th century. Merle & Heaney were prominent contemporaries of the major billiard manufacturers, and their cast iron work from the 1880s is highly prized for its durability and industrial artistry.
The heavy-duty cast iron base features clear, embossed lettering that reads:
“The Merle & Heaney MFG Co. Chicago”
This vintage base stands 29″ tall and was originally designed to support a 42″ diameter top, making it a perfect foundation for a custom restoration project or a historically accurate saloon-style gaming table.
While this specific item features the Merle & Heaney branding, it represents a category of high-end cast iron saloon furniture that includes rare examples from other legendary makers of the era, such as The Brunswick-Balke-Collender Company and The R. Rothschild’s Sons Co.
Price: Please call.
