Napoleon III Rococo Revival Carved Ivory Bedroom Set - Cartouche Medallion Footboard & Cabriole Legs

Design & Inspiration

Step into a bedroom that does not merely furnish a room — it defines it. This seven-piece Napoleon III Rococo Revival bedroom set draws from the design vocabulary of the French Second Empire (1852–1870), the era when Paris reimagined Rococo grandeur through the lens of industrial confidence and bourgeois luxury. Every surface in this set carries the intention of its period: the swelling curves, the hand-carved floral crests, the cartouche medallion that crowns the footboard like a seal of authorship. The palette — antique white lacquer with aged ivory undertones — is not simply a color choice; it is the visual language of a Parisian chambre de parade, where restraint and ornament coexist in deliberate tension.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Each piece in this set is constructed from solid pine, chosen for its density, stability, and responsiveness to the hand-carving that defines this collection. The white lacquer finish is applied in multiple coats and hand-rubbed to a soft sheen that allows the relief carvings — roses, acanthus scrolls, shell motifs, ribbon-tied garlands — to cast their own shadows and read as sculpture. The bed's headboard is upholstered in a smooth satin-weave fabric in a warm neutral tone, set within a carved frame that integrates the textile and the wood into a single architectural gesture. The dressing table and nightstands feature polished stone slab tops — the cool, veined surface providing a material counterpoint to the warm lacquered wood beneath. The display cabinet stands separately with a glazed arched door, hand-carved Rococo crest, and cabriole legs — a piece of functional sculpture as much as storage.

Dimensions & Details

The bed measures Width: 185 cm / Depth: 210 cm / Height: 150 cm. The full set comprises 7 pieces: king bed with carved satin-upholstered headboard and cartouche medallion footboard, two carved marble-top nightstands, a dressing table with carved apron and stone top, a large carved mirror with scrolled crest, an upholstered bench on shell-carved cabriole legs, and a glazed Rococo vitrine cabinet. Total set weight is approximately 100 kg. Full assembly is required and professional installation is recommended.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece in this set is handcrafted in Egypt by Brass & Wood artisans trained in the European classical tradition. The carving, lacquering, and upholstery are executed by hand — no two sets are exactly alike, and minor natural variations in the wood grain, finish tone, and carving relief are the signatures of genuine craft. Customization of fabric, finish tone, and stone top is available upon request with a 60–75 day lead time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What pieces are included in this bedroom set?

This 7-piece set includes: one king bed frame with upholstered headboard and carved cartouche footboard, two carved marble-top nightstands, one carved dressing table with stone top, one large framed mirror, one upholstered bench on cabriole legs, and one glazed Rococo vitrine cabinet.

Can the fabric color and finish be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization of the upholstery fabric (color and textile type), the lacquer finish tone, and the stone slab color for nightstands and dressing table. Please contact us with your specifications — lead time is 60–75 days.

Is assembly required, and is professional installation recommended?

Yes, full assembly is required for the bed frame, dressing table, and vitrine cabinet. Professional installation is strongly recommended to ensure structural integrity of the carved elements and proper alignment of the mirror.