Louis XV Rococo Revival Ivory Nightstand with Polychrome Floral Relief Carvings

Design & Inspiration

Place this nightstand beside the bed and the room immediately acquires a different character. The ivory ground recedes and what comes forward is the carved surface — a dense, living garden of roses, buds, and trailing stems rendered in soft coral, blush pink, sage green, and powder blue. This is not surface decoration applied as an afterthought; it is the entire point of the piece. Faithfully reproduced in the tradition of the Louis XV Rococo Revival, this nightstand draws from the French 18th-century passion for nature translated into ornament — every curve and every bloom placed with deliberate intent.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The carcass is built from solid pine (kiln-dried to under 10% humidity), providing the structural integrity that heavy surface ornamentation demands. The ivory painted finish is applied in multiple coats, sanded between each pass, and sealed to a soft satin depth that gives the piece its characteristic warmth without the harshness of high gloss. The floral relief panels — the defining element of this piece — are hand-applied and hand-painted, with each petal, leaf, and ribbon given individual colour by the craftsman's brush. The drawer interior is lined in deep burgundy velvet, a practical luxury for the items placed within. Brass pull hardware in a warm gold finish completes each drawer and cabinet door.

Dimensions & Details

Width: 70 cm / Depth: 50 cm / Height: 80 cm
Weight: 15 kg
Configuration: one upper drawer with velvet-lined interior + one lower cabinet door with interior shelf
Hardware: brass gold-tone pulls
Finish: ivory multi-coat painted satin
Interior drawer lining: burgundy velvet

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every nightstand carrying the SKU ENTCHE2167 is produced by hand in Brass & Wood's Egyptian workshops, where craftsmen trained in European classical techniques shape, carve, and paint each piece individually. No two pieces are precisely identical — the hand-applied florals carry the subtle variation of genuine craft. This is the difference between a piece that fills a room and one that defines it. Sold as a single piece; ordering a matching pair is recommended for a balanced bedside presentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this nightstand made from?

The frame is solid pine with an ivory painted satin finish. The floral relief ornaments are hand-applied resin elements, individually painted in polychrome. Hardware is brass with a warm gold tone. The drawer interior is lined in burgundy velvet.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — the legs attach to the carcass with provided hardware. No specialist tools are needed and the process takes under 15 minutes.

Can this nightstand be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization on painted finish color, floral paint palette, and hardware finish. Contact our team to discuss bespoke options before placing your order.