Hand finished, Edwardian black mahogany dresser with mirror (c.1900)

This piece has a story, and part of that story began over a century ago.

An original Edwardian dresser, dated around 1900, made from solid mahogany and crafted with all the fine detailing of the era — delicately carved mirror frame, elegant side shelves, and soft, curved edges. I discovered it in its worn state and chose not to erase its past, but to celebrate it.

What truly inspired this transformation was a trip I took to Morocco. I was moved by the human warmth in every space — worn, layered, full of texture and time. Design there isn’t cold or perfect — it’s alive. Colours fade beautifully, wood cracks with dignity, and every object feels like it has a story to tell. That feeling stayed with me.

So I approached this dresser with the same spirit:
– I left the top in its natural brown mahogany, simply treated with wax to reveal its beautiful grain.
– The mirror and shelves retain their delicate carvings, highlighted gently with bronze-gold wax.
– The body is painted in charcoal black, lightly distressed to reveal hints of rust and history.
– The frame and legs feature Barcelona Orange, softened with brown wax to bring depth and earthiness.
– Inside the drawers, I added green-gold herringbone wallpaper, for a touch of elegance and extra cleanliness.

🗝️ And one special detail: though the original key was long lost, I found a vintage key in an antiques shop some years ago — and incredibly, it fits. It locks the top two drawers perfectly. As though it had been waiting all this time to find the right piece.I’ve intentionally kept small imperfections — tiny marks and textures that speak to its age. They’re not flaws. They’re part of its story.

✨ A soulful, character-filled Edwardian piece — reimagined through the lens of memory, warmth, and craft.

Dimensions:
– Height with mirror: 163 cm (64.2 in)
– Height without mirror: 81 cm (31.9 in)
– Width: 107 cm (42.1 in)
– Depth: 51 cm (20.1 in)