Sold: Victorian Mahogany & Marble Bedside Cabinet 19th Century

Name: Victorian Mahogany & Marble Bedside Cabinet
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1091770
Price: 250 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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A freestanding Victorian mahogany bedside cabinet featuring a white marble top with a low upstand and a single panelled door with a dark turned wooden knob.

Victorian Mahogany & Marble Bedside Cabinet

Ref: SA1091770

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ObjectBedside Cabinets
Period19th century
StyleVictorian & Gothic
MaterialMahogany, Marble
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsMarble top with upstand, Panelled cabinet door, Turned wooden knob
SizeH 86.5 cm (34 in) x W 38.5 cm (15 in) x D 37.5 cm (15 in)

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During the Victorian era, bedside cabinets, often referred to as bedside lockers or commodes, became popular in middle and upper-class bedrooms. The inclusion of a white marble top served a practical purpose, providing a durable, hygienic, and easy-to-clean surface for washbasins, water jugs, and chamber pots before plumbed bathrooms became standard.

These pieces were typically constructed using solid mahogany, often complemented by flame mahogany veneers on the door panels. The interiors frequently feature softwoods such as pine or oak for shelving and carcass linings, whilst the tops utilise inset slabs of white or grey-veined marble, sometimes featuring a low raised backguard.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery such as hand-cut dovetails on internal drawers, traditional timber shrinkage patterns, and patination consistent with age. Look for original brass or turned wooden hardware, hand-sawn secondary woods, and absence of modern fixings.

A Victorian bedside cabinet adds character and textural contrast to contemporary bedrooms. Pair it with minimalist lighting to highlight the rich timber tones and cool marble surface, creating a curated look that bridges historical craftsmanship with modern aesthetics.

Clean the mahogany timber using a soft, lint-free cloth and high-quality beeswax periodically to nourish the wood, avoiding silicone-based polishes. For the marble top, use a pH-neutral cleaner to prevent staining from liquids, and avoid abrasive scouring pads that can scratch the polished stone surface.

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Victorian Mahogany & Marble Bedside Cabinet

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