French Provincial Ivory Tall Chest of Drawers - Six-Drawer with Gilt Brass Pulls

Design & Inspiration

There is a particular kind of order that a tall chest of drawers brings to a bedroom — not the rigid order of a filing cabinet, but something closer to calm authority. This six-drawer chiffonnier, faithfully reproduced in the tradition of French Provincial cabinetmaking, stands 150 centimeters high against the bedroom wall and immediately organises the room around itself. The ivory-painted frame, edged in hand-applied gold leaf detailing, carries the relaxed elegance that French country houses perfected over two centuries: Rococo ornament softened by provincial practicality, gilded flourishes grounded by honest joinery.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The carcass is built from solid pine dried to below 10% humidity — a standard that prevents the seasonal movement and cracking that compromises lesser pieces. Each of the six drawer fronts is finished in a warm ivory lacquer, then dressed with cast gilt brass pulls in the characteristic asymmetric scroll form that places this piece firmly in the Louis XV Rococo Revival tradition. The marble slab top — cool to the touch, resistant to daily use — adds practical permanence to the piece's decorative intent. At the base, a shaped apron carries a central carved cartouche flanked by scroll feet: the one purely decorative gesture that ties the entire composition together.

Dimensions & Details

Width: 100 cm / Depth: 45 cm / Height: 150 cm
Six graduated drawers with smooth-running glides. Cast gilt brass Rococo-scroll drawer pulls. Ivory painted and gold-trimmed solid wood frame. Marble top slab. Carved apron with central cartouche. Scroll feet. Weight: 15 kg.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece bearing the Brass & Wood name is handcrafted in Egypt by artisans trained in classical European cabinetmaking traditions. The joinery, the carved apron detailing, the hand-applied gilded trim — each reflects a making process that prioritises permanence over speed. This chest is built to stand in the same bedroom for decades, not seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this chest made from?

The frame and drawer carcasses are constructed from solid pine (humidity below 10%). The hardware is cast gilt brass. The top surface is genuine marble. The painted finish is a hand-applied ivory lacquer with gold leaf trim at the edges and apron.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — typically attaching the marble top and fitting the drawer hardware on-site. No specialist tools are needed.

Can the finish or dimensions be customised?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customisation of wood finish colour, hardware finish, and dimensions to suit your specific bedroom layout. Contact our team before placing your order to discuss options.