What is a vintage bed table?

A vintage bed table is a piece of furniture designed for use beside or over a bed, encompassing bedside cabinets, cupboards, and adjustable reading stands. These items range from Georgian mahogany cupboards to Art Deco walnut units with integrated headboards, offering both surface space and storage.

How do I date a wooden bedside cabinet?

Dating relies on observing timber choices, construction methods, and stylistic details. Georgian and Victorian pieces often feature hand-cut dovetails and solid mahogany or walnut, while 1930s examples lean towards bird's eye maple or chrome. Hardware styles and secondary woods inside drawers also help pinpoint the manufacturing era.

Were bedside tables always sold in pairs?

Historical domestic arrangements varied, and many earlier bedside tables were manufactured individually as single pieces for a room. Matching pairs became more common during the Edwardian period and the 1930s, particularly within larger bedroom suites.

How do I use an adjustable reading stand?

Adjustable stands utilise metal joints and cast-iron mechanisms to alter the height and angle of the wooden top. They position a book or writing surface comfortably over a bed or seat.

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A vintage bed table brings practical surface space and period character directly to the bedside, offering everything from compact cupboards to adjustable stands.