An exceptional and highly desirable true pair of antique Victorian figured maple and tulipwood-inlaid bedside cabinets, dating from the late nineteenth century. Originally evolving from traditional pot cupboards, these masterful nightstands are meticulously constructed from premium timber, showcasing a vibrant honey-blonde coloration and a deeply shimmering, swirling grain pattern inherent to finest-quality figured maple. Elevating their sophisticated aesthetic, each cabinet features elegant cross-banded tulipwood inlays framing the upper drawers and tracing the perimeters of the cabinet doors.
Demonstrating the pinnacle of high-end Victorian cabinetmaking, the pair is arranged in a rare mirror-image configuration. The left door opens to the right, and the right door opens to the left, allowing for flawless functional symmetry on either side of a grand bed frame. Each piece comprises a single top drawer dressed with an exquisitely carved wooden pull, situated above a beautifully proportioned door with an arched center panel and a discrete round knob. The structures are anchored securely by substantial, curved plinth bases with a refined molded profile.
A standout feature verifying their absolute authenticity is the presence of the original stamped brass hardware. The doors are fitted with period-correct, spring-loaded ball catch mechanisms clearly inscribed "BALE'S PATENT" and stamped with the size sequence number "1." Retaining their original slot-headed steel screws and a beautifully aged, unpolished brass patina, these functional mechanisms reflect the mechanical innovation of the mid-to-late Victorian era. Preserved in pristine condition, this stunning pair represents a rare investment opportunity for discerning collectors looking to add authentic historical elegance and peerless craftsmanship to a luxury interior or bedroom suite.
Size: 28” H x 15.5” W x 13.75” D, each
C. 1880, England
An exceptional and highly desirable true pair of antique Victorian figured maple and tulipwood-inlaid bedside cabinets, dating from the late nineteenth century. Originally evolving from traditional pot cupboards, these masterful nightstands are meticulously constructed from premium timber, showcasing a vibrant honey-blonde coloration and a deeply shimmering, swirling grain pattern inherent to finest-quality figured maple. Elevating their sophisticated aesthetic, each cabinet features elegant cross-banded tulipwood inlays framing the upper drawers and tracing the perimeters of the cabinet doors.
Demonstrating the pinnacle of high-end Victorian cabinetmaking, the pair is arranged in a rare mirror-image configuration. The left door opens to the right, and the right door opens to the left, allowing for flawless functional symmetry on either side of a grand bed frame. Each piece comprises a single top drawer dressed with an exquisitely carved wooden pull, situated above a beautifully proportioned door with an arched center panel and a discrete round knob. The structures are anchored securely by substantial, curved plinth bases with a refined molded profile.
A standout feature verifying their absolute authenticity is the presence of the original stamped brass hardware. The doors are fitted with period-correct, spring-loaded ball catch mechanisms clearly inscribed "BALE'S PATENT" and stamped with the size sequence number "1." Retaining their original slot-headed steel screws and a beautifully aged, unpolished brass patina, these functional mechanisms reflect the mechanical innovation of the mid-to-late Victorian era. Preserved in pristine condition, this stunning pair represents a rare investment opportunity for discerning collectors looking to add authentic historical elegance and peerless craftsmanship to a luxury interior or bedroom suite.
Size: 28” H x 15.5” W x 13.75” D, each
C. 1880, England
