Word of the Week: Pembroke Table
Posted on September 3, 2010 By jestroff (Edit) Leave a Comment
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Pembroke table
-noun
English
mahogany Pembroke table
A Pembroke table is a small, drop-leaf table with center drawer(s) and two hinged leaves that can be raised to increase its size. It is said that its name was derived from Henry Herbert, 9th Earl of Pembroke (1693-1751), an amateur architect.
This portable piece is characteristic of Neoclassical and Federal styles including those of Chippendale, Sheraton and Hepplewhite. The Pembroke tables are typically made of mahogany or satinwood and are often decorated with inlay and painting.
Georgian Pembroke table
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