English Georgian Style Mahogany Drop Leaf Pembroke Side Table / Bedside (Circa 1960)

Summary:

• Item: Pembroke Table
• Circa: 1960
• Wood: Solid mahogany
• Provenance: England, UK
• Period: Georgian style
• 2 drop-leaf sides
• Single working inlaid drawer
• Ebony & boxwood string inlay
• Original Georgian style brass drawer knob
• Straight, tapering legs
• Solid in joint
• Ideal as a bedside or lamp table
• Free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• Free 14-day UK returns policy

Description:

Here is a good quality English Georgian style Pembroke table, constructed of solid mahogany, with boxwood cross-banding and string inlay, circa 1960, in good original condition.  The Pembroke table, table is constructed from good quality solid mahogany timber and boasts the original polish. The top is decorated with mahogany cross-banding to the moulded edge.  The mahogany table is designed with two elegant drop-leaves, which can be raised to widen the table.  The original wooden hinged arms underneath the tabletop support the drop leaves.  There is a working drawer at the front end of the Pembroke table.  The drawer features the original Georgian style brass knob, is oak lined and constructed with dovetailed joints.  The drawer front is decorated with boxwood an ebony rope effect string inlay.  There is further dentil and boxwood string inlay to the frieze.  The drawer runs smoothly and closes flush to the frame.  The Pembroke table is raised on four tapering legs, also decorated with boxwood string inlay.  This is a petty little Georgian style mahogany table and would be ideal as a bedside or lamp table.

This style of table was possibly named after the Earl or Countess of Pembroke and was defined as a portable item.  Interestingly, it was often used for bedside meals.  It was characteristic of Georgian, Neoclassical and Federal styles, including those of Chippendale, Sheraton and Hepplewhite.  It was known as one of the most useful but fashionable shapes for an antique table of its age.

The Pembroke table has a rich mahogany brown colour.  As the Georgian style table boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received.

This Pembroke table would look superb in a variety of rooms from the hallway, living room or bedroom.  It would certainly grace any home.  So don’t miss out on your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.

Dimensions:

Height = 68cm / 26¾” / 2ft 2¾”
Width (Maximum) = 79.5cm / 31¼” / 2ft 7¼”
Width (One Leaf Folded Out) = 60.5cm / 23⅞” / 1ft 11⅞”
Width (Both Leaves Down) = 41.5cm / 16⅜” / 1t 4⅜”
Depth = 56.2cm / 22⅛” / 1ft 10⅛”
Knee Height (With Leaves Folded Out) = 65.5cm / 25⅜” / 2ft 1⅜”
Knee Height (Under Frieze End – Drawer Side) = 56cm / 22” / 1ft 10”

Condition Report:

Here is a good quality English Georgian style Pembroke table, constructed of solid mahogany, with boxwood cross-banding and string inlay, circa 1960, in good original condition.  Nominal old use marks to the leading edges, which is to be expected with an item of this age in original condition.  The brass drawer knob is original.  The wooden leaf hinges are also original and are in good working order.  The table retains its original polish, which is why it boasts a stunning colour patination, which has been built up through the years of care and cleaning it has received.  The table is solid in joint and ready to use.

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