Description
Elevate your bedroom with a rare piece of French mid-century design. Crafted in the 1960s by the renowned manufacturer KUOM, this exquisite neoclassical nightstand seamlessly blends Hollywood Regency glamour with Louis XVI revival elegance. It features a unique, secret drop-front cabinet disguised as a traditional drawer face, making it a perfect conversation piece for any vintage lover.
Signature Design Details
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The Hidden Feature: The front face lowers smoothly on a continuous piano hinge to reveal a spacious internal bar or storage cavity.
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Built-in Vintage Lighting: Features a beautifully preserved, built-in light fixture controlled by a decorative central switch panel. The backplate boasts an elegant blue and white neoclassical arrow design with a classic Greek-key border.
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Luxury Textures: The upper open alcove is lined with rich, deep royal blue velvet and flanked by two stunning gilded sunburst/floral rosettes.
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Premium Finish: Constructed with an oak veneer finished in a light cerused/pickled cream stain that beautifully highlights the natural wood grain, accented with an ornate brass amphora urn medallion pull.
Condition & Restoration Notes
This item is in excellent vintage condition with minor, age-appropriate wear that adds to its authentic mid-century character. The structure is rock-solid, and the original tapered fluted legs are sturdy.Please see pictures some defects
(Note: Features an original 1960s European Type C ungrounded plug. Wiring is intact, but we always recommend testing or updating vintage electronics for modern daily use).
Specifications
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Era: 1960s
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Manufacturer: KUOM (France)
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Style: French Provincial / Louis XVI Revival / Mid-Century Modern
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Color: Pickled Cream / Royal Blue / Antique Gold
- Plug Type: European 2-Prong (Type C)
- Measurements
Width 54cm . Depth 31cm . (Without draw opening)
Depth 55cm ( When draw is open ) . Height 60cm
