French Rococo Style Carved Mahogany Bedside Cabinets, Set of 2

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Deeply carved foliate drawer fronts and slender, serpentine supports define this matched pair of mahogany bedside tables, executed in the … Read more Deeply carved foliate drawer fronts and slender, serpentine supports define this matched pair of mahogany bedside tables, executed in the classic French Rococo revival taste. Crafted with compact, elegant proportions, these versatile pieces function equally well as traditional bedroom nightstands or as refined occasional tables for lamps and books in a sitting room or hallway. Each stand presents a two-drawer front ornamented with carved acanthus foliage and curling scrollwork. The drawers are fitted with circular turned brass pull knobs, each positioned squarely against the relief carving, and slide cleanly within the framework. Directly beneath the lower drawer, an undulating scalloped apron features a prominent central carved shell and scroll cartouche, carrying the fluid Rococo lines around the front. The upper cases are elevated on exceptionally tall, slender cabriole legs that taper gracefully down to carved scroll feet. Delicate leaf carvings adorn the knees, blending into moulded front corners that frame the drawer openings. The side panels feature shaped, scalloped lower rails that mirror the curve of the front apron. The serpentine tops display moulded edges and exhibit fine, figured mahogany grain with a warm reddish-brown finish. Dating probably from the late 20th century, these quality reproduction cabinets capture the decorative flair of 18th-century French furniture while fitting neatly into modern domestic spaces. Each table measures 74 cm high, 38 cm wide across the top, and 30.5 cm deep. See less