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Description

Good pair of 19th century French lined oak bedside tables with unusual curved back. 1880.

Code: 8894

Dimensions:

W: 24" (61 cm)

H: 27" (68.6 cm)

D: 18" (45.7 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated these French Bedside Tables to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

69cm (27.17")

Width

61cm (24.02")

Depth

46cm (18.11")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1142600

Dealers Internal Reference

8894

Description

Good pair of 19th century French lined oak bedside tables with unusual curved back. 1880.

Code: 8894

Dimensions:

W: 24" (61 cm)

H: 27" (68.6 cm)

D: 18" (45.7 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated these French Bedside Tables to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

69cm (27.17")

Width

61cm (24.02")

Depth

46cm (18.11")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1142600

Dealers Internal Ref

8894

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Arcadia Antiques

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Arcadia Antiques

Telephone 07768 666 833 or 01926 611923

Location

Westfields Farm
Fosse Way
Radford Semele
Leamington Spa
Warwickshire
CV31 1XL

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectBedside Tables
Period19th century
StyleFrench Country
MaterialOak, Pine
ColourWhite Washed
MotifsRaised gallery edges, Multiple small drawers, Ring pull hardware, Slender tapered legs
SizeH 69 cm (27 in) x W 61 cm (24 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

FAQs

Bedside tables evolved in France during the 18th century as small, specialised cabinets designed to hold chamber pots and personal items, later becoming refined decorative furniture pieces.

Traditional construction typically involves solid hardwoods such as oak, walnut, or fruitwood, often featuring hand-carved details, dovetail joints, and brass or bronze hardware.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting joinery techniques like hand-cut dovetails, tool marks, period-appropriate hardware, and natural wear patterns consistent with age.

They provide a contrasting organic element when placed alongside contemporary minimalist furnishings, adding texture, history, and warmth to a bedroom scheme.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight, and cleaning only with a soft dry cloth while occasionally applying appropriate wax for nourishment.