Louis XV Rococo Bombé Nightstand — Ivory Lacquer with Antique Gold Carved Acanthus

Design & Inspiration

Place this nightstand beside a bed and the entire room shifts — it no longer belongs to the present. The ivory lacquer, gently aged to reveal faint gold undertones, the swelling bombé front that curves outward like a held breath, and the acanthus cartouche centered on the apron: every detail is a deliberate quotation from the ateliers of mid-18th-century Paris. This is a Louis XV Rococo bombé nightstand faithfully reproduced in the tradition of the French cabinetmakers who perfected the form between 1730 and 1770, when curved surfaces and gilded ornament were the shared language of refined interiors.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The carcass is built from Romanian solid pine dried to under 10% humidity — a material chosen for dimensional stability and the clean, tight grain that accepts fine carving without crumbling. The ivory lacquer is hand-applied in multiple coats, then lightly distressed to produce the warm, lived-in patina of an heirloom rather than a showroom piece. The antique gold finish on every carved surface — the scrolled acanthus at the corners, the shell cartouche on the apron, the leaf cuffs at the top of each cabriole leg — is achieved through a layered gilding technique that catches light differently at every angle. Ring pulls in aged brass complete the hardware, consistent in their matte warmth with the overall palette.

Dimensions & Details

Width: 65 cm / Depth: 50 cm / Height: 60 cm
Weight: 15 kg
Two full-width drawers provide practical storage for bedside essentials. The bombé profile gives the front face a convex outward curve, a hallmark of authentic Louis XV small-case furniture. Cabriole legs terminate in carved acanthus scroll feet gilded to match the corner mounts. The top surface offers ample space for a lamp, book, and bedside objects without feeling crowded.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece that leaves the Brass & Wood workshop in Egypt is the result of a process that begins with raw timber and ends with a craftsman signing off on the final gilded detail. The carving, the lacquering, the gilding — none of it is outsourced or machine-produced. This nightstand is built by artisans who have trained in classical European reproduction techniques, applying them to locally sourced and kiln-dried pine. The result is a piece with genuine craft presence: slight variations in the hand-applied lacquer and the gilding depth are marks of authenticity, not imperfection.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this nightstand made from?

The frame is solid pine with a hand-applied ivory lacquer finish and antique gold gilding on all carved elements. The ring-pull hardware is aged brass. No MDF or particleboard is used in the construction.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — typically attaching the legs, which are shipped separately for protection during transport. No specialist tools are needed.

Can this nightstand be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization of finish color, gilding tone, and hardware style. Contact us before placing your order to discuss options.