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American Late Federal Walnut Nightstand / Bedside Cabinet, Circa 1830–1860
Dimensions: H. 32 in. × W. 22.5 in. × D. 18.5 in.
This appealing American nightstand cabinet carries the understated character of the Late Federal period — a time when rural and regional craftsmen translated fashionable city styles into honest, functional furniture with clean lines and solid construction. The piece features a single drawer over a paneled cupboard door, both fitted with turned wooden knobs that are entirely original to the form. Below, four well-turned bulbous legs give the piece a grounded, sturdy presence without any pretension. The overall profile is simple and direct, exactly what you'd expect from a skilled American country craftsman of the mid-19th century.
In the 1800s, nightstands like this were often called commodes, and prior to indoor plumbing they served a genuinely practical purpose — housing a chamber pot in a discreet cabinet beside the bed. Today that context is largely forgotten, and what remains is just a beautifully proportioned little cabinet that works equally well as a nightstand, end table, or accent piece in almost any room. The warm walnut tone and paneled door give it a quiet elegance that pairs easily with both period and contemporary interiors.
The top shows surface scratching consistent with age and honest use — noted in the as-is designation — but nothing that diminishes the charm or structural integrity of the piece.
Style: American Late Federal / American Country
Maker: Unknown American craftsman
Materials: Walnut (primary)
Price Note: Solid, well-proportioned antique American case pieces in walnut at this price point are genuinely hard to find. Good value for a piece with real age and character.
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Item Number: 5761-35
Item ID: 296131
Category: END & SIDE TABLES
- From: 5/7/26 - 6/5/26 Price: $236.25
- From: 6/6/26 - 7/6/26 Price: $210.00
- From: 7/7/26 - & After Price: $183.75
