Louis XVI Neoclassical Ivory & Gold Nightstand with Marble Top and Fluted Columns

Design & Inspiration

Place this nightstand beside a classic bed and the room gains an architectural anchor — a small cabinet that carries itself with the composed authority of an 18th-century Parisian boudoir. The ivory-lacquered body, precisely framed in hairline gold-leaf borders, reads as clean and ordered at first glance. Then the eye finds the details: a pair of carved foliate cartouches gilded to a warm gold across each drawer front, the fluted corner columns with their acanthus-carved capitals, and the rope-twist gilt frieze running across the plinth. This is Louis XVI Neoclassical design faithfully reproduced — symmetry and restraint disciplined by a craftsman's hand.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The carcass is built from solid pine, chosen for its dimensional stability and its ability to hold crisp carved detail without movement over time. The ivory lacquer finish is applied in multiple coats, hand-rubbed between layers, producing the smooth depth of color characteristic of the finest French painted furniture tradition. Gold-leaf ornament is applied by hand over a gesso ground, then burnished selectively to distinguish flat-matte ground areas from the raised carved motifs. The top is set with a natural marble slab — its warm honey-and-cream veining drawn from the same palette as the ivory and gold below. Drawer interiors are lined in deep crimson velvet, a finishing gesture that rewards every opening.

Dimensions & Details

Width: 70 cm / Depth: 40 cm / Height: 62 cm
Two full-width drawers with hand-cast gilt brass cartouche handles. Fluted corner columns with capital carved detail. Gilt rope-twist frieze at the plinth. Natural marble top with protective edge profile. Crimson velvet-lined drawer interiors. Weight: 15 kg.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece bearing the Brass & Wood name is made by hand in Egypt by craftsmen trained in classical European joinery and finishing techniques. The gold-leaf application, the lacquer layering, the marble setting, and the carved ornament are all executed by individual skilled hands — not automated processes. This nightstand is as much a craft object as it is a functional bedroom piece, and it is made to last across generations, not seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this nightstand made from?

The frame is solid pine with an ivory lacquer finish and hand-applied gold-leaf ornament. The top is a natural marble slab. Drawer interiors are lined in crimson velvet. Hardware is gilt brass.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — typically the marble top is placed and secured on-site. No specialist tools are needed.

Can this nightstand be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization in wood finish color, marble selection, and brass hardware finish. Contact our team to discuss bespoke options before placing your order.