Name/Title
Pembroke Breakfast TableEntry/Object ID
2012.8.1Description
American Federal style drop leaf mahogany table with one drawer and one false drawer. The drawers both have brass pulls, and the four legs rest on brass casters. The leaves have cut corners. The drawer faces, the legs, the table, and the leaves all have an orange inlaid design.Use
Pembroke tables are often referred to as breakfast tables. The drop-leaf design allows the table to be expandable when needed, or to take up little storage room when not in use. It was most suitable for small meals or when taking tea, or to act as a small writing desk.Furniture Details
Furniture Type
Table - Drop LeafFurniture Style
American FederalMade/Created
Date made
circa 1795 - circa 1810Place
State/Province
South CarolinaNotes
Attributed Richland or Kershaw County.Dimensions
Dimension Description
Folded dimensionsHeight
29 inWidth
20 inLength
33 in
