Rare Green Japanned Pembroke Table, English Circa 1760

Rare Green Japanned Pembroke Table.

English Circa 1760.

A particularly rare example of English green japanning, a term describing the copying of Chinese lacquerwork by English craftsmen in the 18th Century. The undercarriage having an extraordinary mix of Thomas Chippendale and Strawberry Hill.

The top richly decorated with a reserve enclosing a chinoiserie scene of figures, animals and flowers above pierced lattice ends, on bamboo moulded legs and castors.

In the 18th Century it was not unusual for lacquerwork to be broken down and used as decoration generally for other important pieces of furniture, as is the case for this pembroke table. Please see "Literature" report.

Provenance:
Mawley Hall, Shropshire. Seat of Sir Edward Blount.
Considered one of the finest houses in England.

Literature:
Nearest examples known of this type of furniture are the pieces made by Thomas Chippendale for Sir David Garrick for his Villa at Hampton , and the Green Table and Dressing Room Furniture for The National Trusts -Nostell Priory.

Condition:
In very much perfect condition - retaining practically all the original vivid colours and decoration. Several small areas have been refreshed where worn.

Price on application

This object is eligible for a Certificate of BADA Provenance

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