This table is an early 19th-century Regency mahogany Pembroke table featuring a drop-leaf design and a compact form. It is fitted with two drawers on one side, each adorned with brass escutcheons and circular brass handles. The opposing side has matching faux drawer fronts, maintaining a symmetrical appearance. The finely grained mahogany showcases a warm patina, and the top has a slightly curved profile, characteristic of the period’s refined craftsmanship.
The table stands on four tapered and fluted legs, a hallmark of Regency furniture design, terminating in subtle turned feet. The drop-leaf construction allows for versatility, with the hinged sides supported by swing-out brackets when extended. The drawers are constructed with dovetail joints, indicative of the quality craftsmanship typical of early 19th-century English furniture.
Regency-era furniture makers emphasized elegant proportions and restrained ornamentation, often incorporating classical influences into their designs. This table reflects the period’s preference for functionality combined with decorative refinement. The use of well-figured mahogany and brass fittings aligns with the stylistic principles favored by cabinetmakers of the time.
