What is a work table?

A work table is a compact nineteenth-century furnishing equipped with drawers and compartments designed to hold sewing materials, threads, and small tools. They served as functional items for ladies pursuing needlework in the parlour. Over time, these tables transitioned into versatile occasional pieces used for writing or displaying decorative objects in domestic interiors.

How do I identify a Regency table?

Regency tables display classical influences, featuring clean architectural lines, dark mahogany surfaces, and occasionally brass stringing or reeded legs. They date from the early nineteenth century and prioritise balanced proportions. Makers of this era favoured sturdy pedestals or slender pillar supports resting on platform bases with brass paw feet or castors.

Where should I place a work table?

These compact tables fit naturally beside armchairs, sofas, or against empty wall spaces in living areas and bedrooms. Their modest footprint makes them useful as lamp tables or occasional surfaces. Drop-leaf variants allow the table to expand when extra surface area is needed for writing or sorting papers.

What is a pembroke table?

A pembroke table is a rectangular occasional table characterised by two folding side leaves supported by hinged brackets or swinging legs. This configuration permits the table to change its size rapidly. They frequently incorporate a single end drawer and were utilised historically for breakfast, writing, or needlework.

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A dark mahogany work table offers a practical surface combined with fitted compartments for sewing or writing.

Unusual Outstanding Quality Antique Regency Freestanding Figured Mahogany Centre Table

19th century

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Unusual Outstanding Quality Antique Regency Freestanding Figured Mahogany Centre Table

From London City Antiques

£2,250

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William IV Mahogany Side Table – Elegant Small Occasional Table with Drawer

19th century

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William IV Mahogany Side Table – Elegant Small Occasional Table with Drawer

From Arundel Decorative

£750

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19th century

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Mahogany Pembroke Work or Sewing Table

From Heydays Antiques

£495

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19th century

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A Very Elegant Early 19th Century Mahogany & Satinwood Inlaid Side Lamp Writing Table

From Country House and Eastern Interiors

£375

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19th century

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A Rare Early 19th Century Regency Combination Games or Work Table

From Yeats Country Antiques

£4,150

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19th century

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Victorian Mahogany Work Table

From James Reeve (Quinneys of Warwick)

£495

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Victorian Mahogany Sewing Box Work Table

19th century

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Victorian Mahogany Sewing Box Work Table

From Past to Present

£495

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19th century

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Regency Ladies Worktable

From witchantiques.com

£1,250

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Antique Sewing Table, English, Mahogany, Silk Cotton, Work, Regency, Circa 1820

19th century

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Antique Sewing Table, English, Mahogany, Silk Cotton, Work, Regency, Circa 1820

From London Fine Antiques

£1,625

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Late 19thc Mahogany Vanity/sewing Work Table

19th century

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Late 19thc Mahogany Vanity/sewing Work Table

From Church Street Antiques & Interiors

£980

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Listings feature mahogany work tables spanning Georgian, Regency, Victorian, and Edwardian periods, frequently incorporating drop leaves and fitted sewing drawers.

A Wonderful Antique Victorian Mahogany Metamorphic Sewing Table.

19th century

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A Wonderful Antique Victorian Mahogany Metamorphic Sewing Table.

From Designer Antiques4u

£495

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19th century

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Victorian Mahogany Work Table

From FB Antiques

£375

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Quality William IV Mahogany 2 Drawer Table

19th century

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Quality William IV Mahogany 2 Drawer Table

From John Howkins Antiques

£650

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19th century

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Regency Mahogany Work Table

From Thakeham Furniture

£1,580

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19th century

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Victorian Mahogany Dining Table

From Affordable Old Furniture

£450

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18th century

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A Compact Georgian Work Table

From Marlborough Antiques & Interiors

£2,550

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Dark Mahogany Work Table

Unusual Outstanding Quality Antique Regency Freestanding Figured Mahogany Centre Table

William IV Mahogany Side Table – Elegant Small Occasional Table with Drawer

Mahogany Pembroke Work or Sewing Table

A Very Elegant Early 19th Century Mahogany & Satinwood Inlaid Side Lamp Writing Table

A Rare Early 19th Century Regency Combination Games or Work Table

Victorian Mahogany Work Table

Victorian Mahogany Sewing Box Work Table

Regency Ladies Worktable

Antique Sewing Table, English, Mahogany, Silk Cotton, Work, Regency, Circa 1820

Late 19thc Mahogany Vanity/sewing Work Table

A Wonderful Antique Victorian Mahogany Metamorphic Sewing Table.

Victorian Mahogany Work Table

Quality William IV Mahogany 2 Drawer Table

Regency Mahogany Work Table

Victorian Mahogany Dining Table

A Compact Georgian Work Table

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