Description

Late C18th George III period mahogany oval 'Pembroke' table.
Elegant oval-framed drop-leaf mahogany 'Pembroke' table with twin leaves and fitted with a single drawer to the bowed-end frieze.
Standing on tapering moulded square-section legs with a moulded foot ,fitted with original brass 'barrel' castors beneath . The solid figured mahogany oval top supported on shaped 'fly' supports when drop-leaves are raised .
Original throughout with blue-paper lined drawer fitted with a decorative brass knob and box-wood stringing to the edge. The reverse frieze fitted with a box-wood inlaid line to simulate drawer .The tops of legs and edge of base with ebony line inlay .
Excellent ready-to-use condition , original finish and pleasing consistent mellow faded patina . The top with some minor historic ring-marks and stains commensurate with age and use.
A classic piece of late Georgian period drawing-room furniture of useful scale and elegant design.
H 26.5"
W (closed)19"
W (open) 39"
D 29.5"
England c.1790
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance .
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: MLPS 117