Rococo Revival Cream Painted Chest of Drawers with Marble Top & Gold-Line Detail

Design & Inspiration

There is a particular quality of light in a well-appointed bedroom that a white marble surface captures and returns to the room — cool, still, and authoritative. This three-drawer chest draws from the design vocabulary of the French Rococo Revival, faithfully reproducing the gentle swell of the case sides, the serpentine apron flowing between four slender cabriole legs, and the precise gold-line moldings that trace every panel edge with quiet confidence. It is a piece that earns its place without demanding attention.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The carcass is built from solid pine seasoned to under 10% humidity — a foundation that resists warping across Egypt's varied climate. Every surface receives a hand-applied cream lacquer finish, built up in layers and sanded between coats to achieve the smooth, porcelain-like result visible in the drawer fronts. The gold-line detail is applied by hand along each molding profile, a technique borrowed directly from the ateliers of 19th-century French provincial furniture makers. The three drawers run on standard wooden runners and are fitted with round cast-brass knobs in a warm polished gold. The top is a slab of genuine white Carrara-style marble, its grey veining reading as natural variation against the cream body below. Interior drawer linings are finished in a dark fabric, protecting contents from contact with raw wood.

Dimensions & Details

Width: 100 cm / Depth: 55 cm / Height: 90 cm
Three full-width drawers | Marble top | Cabriole legs with scroll feet | Round brass knobs | Gold-line panel molding | Cream lacquer finish

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece leaving the Brass & Wood workshop is built and finished by hand in Egypt, combining European period design with skilled local craftsmanship. The cream lacquer, the hand-drawn gold lines, and the marble top fitting are all completed in-house. Customization of finish color, hardware, and marble selection is available on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this chest of drawers made from?

The frame and case are constructed from solid pine (humidity below 10%). The finish is a hand-applied cream lacquer with gold-line molding detail. The top is genuine marble. Hardware is cast brass with a polished gold finish.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — primarily attaching the marble top and fitting the drawer knobs. Full instructions are provided, and the process requires no specialist tools.

Can this piece be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization of the lacquer color, the gold-line finish (antique or bright gold), and the hardware style. Contact our team before placing your order to discuss available options.