Louis XVI Neoclassical TV Console - Ivory Lacquer, Travertine Top & Gilt Cartouche Mounts

Design & Inspiration

There is a particular quality of stillness that a well-proportioned neoclassical piece brings to a room — a sense that every line was drawn with a ruler guided by reason, not impulse. This TV console, faithfully reproduced in the tradition of Louis XVI cabinetmaking, carries that same disciplined composure. The ivory lacquer ground reads almost as architecture rather than furniture: cool, formal, and anchoring. Against it, the warm travertine marble top and the gilt cartouche mounts glow like candlelight held in gold leaf, a contrast that the French court understood perfectly — restraint punctuated by precisely placed ornament.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The carcass is constructed from Romanian solid redwood dried to below 10% humidity, ensuring dimensional stability that lacquer alone cannot provide. Each surface is finished in ivory lacquer, sanded between coats to the smooth evenness that Neoclassical design demands — no visible grain, no texture, just the quiet authority of an even field of colour. The top is a single slab of travertine in warm beige tones, its natural veining adding the one organic note in an otherwise architectural composition. The four legs are turned and fluted in the Louis XVI manner — straight, tapered, and capped with gilt sabots — a deliberate departure from the Rococo curves they replaced in the 1760s. Corner columns with reed-carved shafts and gilt capitals frame the case and reinforce the vertical rhythm of the piece. The door mounts are cast brass cartouches in a heraldic or armorial style, applied to each cabinet door and the open-shelf centre panel, finished in warm gold to complement the travertine's undertones.

Dimensions & Details

At 200 cm wide, 55 cm deep, and 82 cm tall, this console is scaled for a principal reception room or a generously proportioned bedroom. The open centre section provides two shelves for a media receiver and streaming device, while the two flanking doors conceal additional storage. The TV screen would sit at a height that is comfortable for viewing from a seated position on standard-height seating. The marble top overhangs the case on all sides, framed by a gilt moulding that ties the travertine to the lacquer ground below.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every element of this console is assembled by hand in Brass & Wood's Egyptian workshops, where craftsmen trained in the European classical tradition shape, carve, and finish each component individually. The gilded mounts are cast and hand-polished before application. The lacquer is built up in multiple layers, with hand-sanding between stages to achieve the depth and evenness the period demands. This is not a mass-produced piece — lead times of 45 to 60 days reflect the hours of skilled work invested in each commission.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this TV console made from?

The frame is Romanian solid redwood finished in ivory lacquer. The top surface is natural travertine marble in warm beige tones. The decorative mounts are cast brass with a gold finish. All materials are selected for long-term durability and period authenticity.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — the marble top and any removable components are fitted on delivery. The main carcass arrives fully assembled and finished.

Can this console be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization of wood finish colour, marble type, brass mount finish, and overall dimensions. Contact our team to discuss your specific requirements before placing an order.