Louis XV Rococo Revival Ivory Nightstand - Bombé Drawers & Gilt Rose Pulls

Design & Inspiration

Place this nightstand beside the bed and the entire room orients itself around it. The ivory lacquer catches morning light differently than it holds candlelight at night — cool and crisp at dawn, warm and luminous after dark. This piece is faithfully reproduced in the tradition of the Louis XV Rococo Revival, drawing from the design vocabulary of mid-18th century French court furniture: the swelling bombé front, the delicate cabriole legs with scrolled feet, the carved apron that flows like a frozen wave across the base. Every curve here was deliberate — Rococo designers understood that the eye needs to travel, and this nightstand gives it a graceful path.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The carcass is built from solid pine dried to below 10% humidity, ensuring dimensional stability in varying climates. The surface carries a hand-applied ivory lacquer finish, built up in multiple coats and sanded between layers to achieve the smooth, porcelain-like result visible in the images. Corner panels are dressed with low-relief carved acanthus scrolls — note how they frame the drawer faces without competing with them. The two drawers open on smooth wooden runners, their interiors lined in deep burgundy fabric that makes the contents feel curated rather than merely stored. Each drawer is fitted with a hand-cast antique gold rose-form pull — a specifically Rococo detail that echoes the floral vocabulary of the period.

Dimensions & Details

Width: 58 cm / Depth: 45 cm / Height: 66 cm
Weight: 15 kg
Two drawers with burgundy-lined interiors. Antique gold cast-brass rose-form pulls. Ivory lacquer over solid pine. Carved cabriole legs with scroll feet. Carved acanthus corner detail and serpentine apron.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece from Brass & Wood is made by hand in Egypt by craftsmen trained in the European classical tradition. The carved details on this nightstand — the acanthus corner brackets, the serpentine apron, the scroll feet — are shaped by hand using traditional woodcarving tools before the lacquer coats are applied. This is not a factory finish applied over MDF; it is a solid wood piece built to last and to improve with careful keeping. Customization in wood color, lacquer tone, and pull finish is available on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this nightstand made from?

The frame and carcass are solid pine. Hardware is hand-cast brass with an antique gold finish. The drawer linings are burgundy fabric. The surface finish is multi-coat ivory lacquer.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — typically attaching the legs to the carcass. No specialist tools are needed, and instructions are included.

Can this be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization in lacquer color (ivory, cream, grey, soft blue), pull finish (antique gold, antique silver, brushed brass), and interior lining fabric. Please contact us before ordering to discuss your requirements.