Rococo was an aesthetic movement in the fine and decorative arts in the 18th century that found its inspiration in nature and fostered an overall lightness and delicacy of form, construction and ornament in interior design. Rococo furniture, while greatly influenced by trends in Italy and Germany, is often called Louis XV style — the movement having reached its best expression during that sybaritic French king’s reign.
The term “rococo” is thought to be a portmanteau of the French words rocaille and coquilles — “rock” and “shells” — organic motifs frequently used in architecture and design of the style.
When it comes to authentic Rococo furniture's characteristics, it is above all sensuous and social. The furniture of earlier eras in Europe had been heavy in every sense; the Rococo period saw the appearance of light-framed upholstered armchairs, side chairs and occasional tables that could easily be moved to form conversational circles.
The signal detail of Rococo furniture design is the gently curved cabriole, or S-shaped chair-, table-, and cabinet-leg. It imitates the bend of a tree limb or a flower stem. In a further reference to nature, furnishings were often asymmetrical and painted white, or in soft, pastel shades. Rococo has become a timeless style, and as the furniture pieces presented on 1stDibs demonstrate, its playful, sculptural forms can provide visual excitement to contemporary, clean-lined spaces.
Rococo Walnut Night Stand From the Turn of the Centuries With Marble Top
Located in Opole, PL
Rococo Walnut Night Stand From the Turn of the Centuries With Marble Top A Rococo-style night stand with a marble top, a drawer, and a door. The item is adorned with floral-themed w...
Marble
Pair of Italian Bombe Parquetry 3 Drawer Nightstands
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions: 25.75 inches high x 21.25 inches wide x 12.75 inches Deep A striking and highly decorative pair of Italian bombe parquetry nightstands, masterfully crafted with elegant ...
Wood, Fruitwood
Rare Pair 18th Century Venetian Paint Decorated Marble Top Commodes Nightstands
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This rare pair of 18th century Venetian paint-decorated marble top commodes nightstands exemplifies the opulence and artistry of Italian Rococo furniture...
Marble, Iron
Italian Rococo Cream Lacquer 2 Drawer Nightstands Bombe Bedside Commode - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Rococo Style Cream Lacquer 2 Drawer Bombe Nightstands - a Pair. Item features a distressed finish, nicely carved details, 2 drawers, quality Italian craftsmanship. Ci...
Wood, Lacquer
Pair of Hand Carved Rococo Style Giltwood Consoles Made by La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
Pair of Rococo style consoles: elegantly sculpted by master craftsmen and finished with an antique gilded patina using traditional methods and materials. We have a selection of mar...
Wood
Exclusive Pair of Vidal Grau Bedside Tables, C1970 /Matching Furniture Available
By Vidal Grau
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale these lovely pair of rare rococo Vidal Grau bedside tables. Their furniture range was based on a contemporary design using traditional quality ...
Wood
18th Century Italian Rococo Nightstand, Solid Walnut, Circa 1740-1760
Located in Winter Park, FL
An 18th Century Italian Rococo comodino, or nightstand, made of solid walnut. Two deep drawers with cast brass ring pulls. Raised on carved cabriole legs. Pine as a secondary wood. O...
Brass
19th Century, Pair of Italian Rococo stile Wood Cabinets or Night Stands
Located in IT
Pair of veneered small cabinets, Genoa, Barocchetto style, late 19th century Dimensions: 88 x 49 x 35 cm, top 40 x 31 cm This pair of small center cabinets was made in Barocchetto st...
Wood
FINE PAIR OF DECORATiVE VENITIAN BEVELLED GLASS NIGHTSTAND BEDSIDE TABLE DRAWERS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely super collectable pair of Venetian cut glass bevelled edge bedside table night stand drawers which are part of a suite...
Glass, Hardwood
Italian Rococo Style Burl Wood Marquetry Bedside Chests with Cabriole Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian Rococo style burl wood bedside chests from the Midcentury period, with two drawers, marquetry décor, serpentine front and ca...
Burl
Rococo Style 4 Drawer Midnight Black Nightstands
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique set of Two 4 drawer Rococo style Midnight Black Nightstands. They have been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Midnight Black"
Wood
Pair Of Vintage Bedside Cabinets, Italian, Walnut, Bedside Nightstand, Rococo
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of vintage bedside cabinets. An Italian, burr walnut bedroom nightstand in Rococo taste, dating to the late 20th century, circa 197...
Walnut
18th Century Rococo Nightstand in Later Grey Paint
Located in Atlanta, GA
Charming 18th century Rococo nightstand featuring elegant proportions and graceful detailing characteristic of the period. The piece retains its original character while benefiting f...
Wood
Extremely Rare Italian Rococo “Lacca Comodino”, 17th-18th Century, Venice
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Extremely rare Italian Rococo “Lacca Comodino”, 17th-18th century, Venice Chamber pot lift-top bedside commode with polychrome painted decoration. This beautiful furniture has a lif...
Wood
French 1880s Rococo Style Three-Drawer Bedside Chest with Serpentine Front
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Rococo style painted bedside chest from the late 19th century, with serpentine front and three drawers. Created in France during the last quarter of the 19th century, this p...
Wood
Carved French Rococo Style Pair of Nightstands with Open Shelve, circa 1930s
Located in Miami, FL
Carved French Rococo style pair of nightstands with open shelve and three drawers, circa 1930s. The tables stands on four ornately carved cabriole shaped legs and depicts a basket...
Bronze
Rococo Style Carved Solid Wood Nightstands - A Pair
Located in Naperville, IL
CARVED DOOR NIGHTSTAND New – not previously owned. Shows absolutely no signs of wear. Dimensions H 24.80 in. x W 24.80 in. x D 21.65 in. H 63 cm x W 63 cm x D 55 cm DATE OF MANUFAC...
Ash
Small Rococo Style Chest of Drawers or Nightstand, France, 19th Century
Located in Belmont, MA
Small Rococo style chest of drawers or nightstand, France 19th century. This beautiful small dresser has a gorgeous kingwood veneer and is decorated with Rococo Style bronze fittings...
Kingwood
Rococo Style Nightstands by Codri Furniture, Ash Wood, Moldova
Located in Naperville, IL
CARVED DOOR NIGHTSTAND New – not previously owned. Shows absolutely no signs of wear. Dimensions H 24.80 in. x W 24.80 in. x D 21.65 in. H 63 cm x W 6...
Ash
Antique French Marble Top Nightstands
Located in Portland, OR
Magnificent Antique French nightstands with marble tops. These nightstands are incredible. The intricately patterned veneer drawer faces and sides are a work of art. The marble tops ...
Marble
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Brown Bedside Tables in Murano Glass, Brass and Grey Velvet Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Italian Pair of Brown Bedside Tables in Murano Glass, Brass, and Grey Velvet Available These Italian bedside tables are a stunning blend of modern design and traditional craftsmansh...
Brass
H 20.48 in W 27.56 in D 17.72 in
Italian Pair of Green Bedside Tables, Solid Birch Wood & Brass, 1950s Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
This refined pair of Italian bedside tables in the style of the 1950s embodies the elegance of mid-century modern design. Made of solid birch wood, these side tables feature hand-p...
Brass
H 30 in W 27 in D 20 in
Pair of Italian NeoClassic Nightstands
Located in Westwood, NJ
An Italian NeoClassic mahogany bedside commode or nightstand, the rectangular crossbanded top above three graduated drawers, on splayed legs. Dimensions: 27" W x 30" H x 20" D.
Wood
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Magnificent Pair of Yellow Bedside Tables in the Style of Andy Warhol Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Magnificent pair of yellow bedside tables inspired by the iconic style of Andy Warhol. These stunning statement pieces, handcrafted in Italy, se...
Brass
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 17.72 in
Pair of Luxurious Brown Bedside Tables with Murano Glass & Brass Available, 2018
Located in Guazzora, IT
We present a stunning pair of handcrafted bedside tables that fuse the beauty of Murano glass and brass with modern Italian design. These bedside tables, created in 2018 for the fi...
Brass
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Magnificent Pair of Blue Murano Glass Bedside Tables Made in Italy Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
These beautiful bedside tables are handmade in Italy. They have a blue Murano glass top and drawers, hand-blown by skilled craftsmen. The bedside tables are made of a sturdy birch ...
Brass
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Magnificent Pair of Green Murano Glass Bedside Tables Made in Italy Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Magnificent Pair of Green Murano Glass Bedside Tables Made in Italy Available These exquisite Green Murano Glass Nightstands, produced for the...
Brass
H 31.11 in W 22.05 in D 14.97 in
18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian Style Brenta Nightstands with gold-leaf tulip
By Porte Italia
Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT
From our Hand-Painted Furniture Collection, we are pleased to introduce you to our Brenta Nightstand with inside drawers. A beautiful Venetian nightstand...
Wood
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Azure Bedside Tables, Solid Wood and Brass Edges, 1950s style Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Pair of Azure bedside tables in solid wood and brass edging to bring mid-century modern style and Italian artistry to your bedroom. Each bedside ta...
Brass
H 31.89 in W 38.19 in D 12.6 in
Set of Three Venetian Rococo Pieces, One Console Table and Two Night Sands
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Patinated wood, gold leaf and mirror three piece set of Venetian rococo console table and night stands. Italy, late 19th century. Console di...
Gold Leaf
H 21.66 in W 23.63 in D 13.39 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Wood Marble Top Night Stands Bedside Tables
By Ico & Luisa Parisi, Gio Ponti, Dassi, Melchiorre Bega
Located in Carimate, Como
Incredibly elegant, important and refined Italian Neoclassical pair of night stands bed side tables with greatly shaped structure and carved decorated cabriole legs with beautiful wh...
Marble, Brass
H 28 in W 20 in D 19 in
Pair of Mid Century Gloss taupe Lacquer angled Nightstands 4 Drawer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid Century High Gloss taupe Lacquer angled Nightstands with 4 Drawers. Beautiful condition inside and out. Circa 1970 - 4 Drawer Nightstand all drawers have metal glides all...
Lacquer
H 102.76 in W 68.9 in D 88.98 in
18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian Style Queen Size Blue Roma Bed
By Porte Italia
Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT
From our Hand-Painted Furniture Collection, our blue Roma bed, full posts with raised gesso details and white lotus finials. We try to not play favourites, ...
Wood
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Birch and Murano Glass 2 Drawer Bedside Tables, Made in Italy Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Enhance the beauty of your bedroom with this exquisite pair of Italian-made bedside tables. Handcrafted by skilled artisans, these stunning pieces showcase the beauty of light blue...
Brass
H 30.32 in W 15.75 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Italian Art Deco Night Stands Bed Tables in Burl Walnut Black Marble Top
By Melchiorre Bega, Gio Ponti, Dassi, Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant and refined pair of Italian 1940s Art Deco bedside tables with great design shape and decors in veneer burl walnut briar wood, front door and drawer with black marble to...
Marble, Brass
H 26.38 in W 23.63 in D 11.82 in
Pair of Venetian Rococo Console Night Stands with Rosso Verona Marble
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Elegant pair of hand-carved Venetian console night stands, Italy, circa 1930s, executed in the refined tradition of Venetian Rococo Revival (Rococò Veneziano). These sculptural piece...
Marble
H 30.75 in W 23 in D 14.25 in
Pair of Rare Paint Decorated Distressed Italian Rococo Bombe Nightstands
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This pair of rare Italian Rococo bombe nightstands exudes timeless European charm and sophistication. Crafted with the elegant curves and voluptuous bombe silhouettes typical of the ...
Walnut
H 50.5 in W 2,058 in D 16 in
1800's Antique Rococo Style, Marble-Top, Mahogany, Foliat, NIghtstands, Set of 2
Located in Austin, TX
1800's Antique Rococo Style, Marble-Top, Mahogany, Foliat, NIghtstands, Set of 2!! Gorgeous Antique Nightstands (2) Pair, Rococo Style, Marble-Top, Mahogany, Foliate, 19th Century, ...
Marble
H 29 in W 26.25 in D 16 in
Pair of Italian Rococo Style 1900s Bombé Walnut Nightstands with Marquetry
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian Rococo style bombé walnut bedside tables from circa 1900 with marble tops and carved aprons. This elegant pair of Italian Rococo style bombé bedside tables...
Marble
H 28.5 in W 17.5 in D 12 in
Louis XV Marble Top Nightstands
Located in Portland, OR
Lovely Louis XV nightstands with marble tops imported from Europe. Incredible intricately patterned veneer drawer faces and sides are a work of art. The marble tops are lovely and th...
Marble
H 30.71 in W 14.18 in D 11.42 in
Pair of French Rococo Nightstands In Mahogany
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A pair of French Mid-Century nightstands or small chest of drawers in mahogany veneer with 3 drawers that can be used as bedside commodes- The pair is "walk around", meaning they are...
Brass
H 30.71 in W 14.18 in D 11.42 in
Pair of French Rococo Nightstands in Marquetry With Pink Marble Tops
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A pair of French bomb shaped nightstands or small chest of drawers in mahogany marquetry work and top in mottled pink marble. This pair of small 3 drawers Rococo style bedside commod...
Marble, Brass
H 28 in W 31.5 in D 14.75 in
Pair of Midcentury Rococo Style Walnut Bombé Bedside Chests
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Midcentury Rococo style walnut bombé bedside chests with two drawers and cabriole legs. Immerse yourself in the elegance of bygone eras w...
Brass
H 32.5 in W 37.5 in D 19.25 in
Swedish Gustavian Black Painted Commodes
Located in San Angelo, TX
Stunning Rococo Swedish Commodes in a black color palette. Featuring original hardware with a newer paint finish. This pair can go in any design space. What a fantastic pair!
Pine, Paint
H 28.35 in W 15.36 in D 12.21 in
Pair of French Bedside Cabinets Bombe with Marquant Stamp
Located in Buxton, GB
Antique French Marquant Bedside Cabinets Bombe Style Side Tables Makers Stamp Pair of Fantastic Louis XV Bombe Style Bedside Cabinets Sourced in Paris France Fabulous Condition R...
Marble, Bronze
H 37.25 in W 33 in D 18.25 in
Antique Small Rococo Chest of Four Drawers Painted Blue, Denmark, Circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
Danish small-sized chest of drawers or nightstand in blue painted pine. Curved rococo front with four drawers resting on front claw feet. The four drawers are each fitted with bronze keyhole...
Wood, Paint
H 28.5 in W 23 in D 15 in
Pair 18th Century Style Venetian Painted Lacca Povera Bedside Commodes
Located in Stamford, CT
Charming pair of 19th century Italian painted and Lacca Povera small scale two drawer commodes in the 18th century Venetian style. Each with various scenes on the drawer fronts and sides in the graceful and naive style typical of lacca povera. The tops painted in faux blue marble, each vingette framed with gilt wood molding...
Wood
H 32.5 in W 24 in D 14.5 in
Pair 19th Century Venetian Style Red Painted Cabinets
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of 19th century Venetian style red painted cabinets. Wonderful old perfectly worn patina. Can be used as side tables or in the bedroom next ...
Wood
H 31.5 in W 48 in D 18.75 in
A Rococo Style Commode, Chest, Dresser with a Marble Top, Carved
Located in Stamford, CT
A Rococo Style Commode, Chest or Bedside Stand having a Marble Top, Carved A finely carved two drawer commode or chest. The drawers themselves ...
Marble
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 15.36 in
Pair of Florentine Rococo Bedside Tables 'Night Stands'
Located in London, Park Royal
A vivacious Rococo style Tuscanian Pair of bombe Night stands or Bedside tables from the early 1900's, hand painted with delicate floral motifs on t...
Wood