Fine George III Satinwood Pembroke Table

Fine George III Satinwood Pembroke TableA superb quality George III period pembroke table, of rare form and splendid colour. English, circa 1790. Why we like it We love the understated elegance of this delightful table, its clean, sleek lines and subtle decoration, and of course its splendid, golden colour, beautifully patinated over time. It is a beautiful piece to look at, useful and versatile in any interior.

for which Martinet created all the bird illustrations which were also published separately in Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux

above the drop-in seat

A writing and reading screen table identical to the present one

The circular dished top above an extending square column of the telescopic action

was introduced around 1800 and features in Thomas Hope's design of a hollow-seated chair with Grecian-srolled feet issued in his Household Furniture and Interior Decoration

François Nicolas Martinet (1731-1790

having the scrolled tablet crest rail

splendid patination and a recorded maker ensure it is a perfect example of an understated piece actually being a statement

The Present State of Old English Furniture

They also relate to a hall chair

Christie's New York

circa 1840