At OE-FASHION Furniture, design is an exercise in restraint and precision. The Champagne Silver Bombe Chest with Mirror is constructed to offer a lasting foundation of style, balancing architectural lines with tactile utility.
Aesthetic Overview & Proportions
This ensemble is characterised by its “bombe” typology, featuring a convex vertical profile that swells outward at the sides and front, creating a sense of volume and solidity. The dresser presents a serpentine frontage, where the drawers undulate horizontally, interrupting the rectilinear lines of standard cabinetry. The accompanying mirror mirrors this fluidity with a scalloped frame and a high, pierced crest adorned with floral motifs. The champagne silver finish unifies the complex geometry, reflecting ambient light to reduce the visual mass of the piece.
Technical Craftsmanship & Materiality
The structural core is crafted from kiln-dried hardwood, essential for maintaining the integrity of the curved “bombe” panels which are formed through steam-bending or coopered construction techniques. The drawers utilise dovetail joinery for mechanical strength, mounted on heavy-duty runners to ensure smooth operation despite the weight of the solid fronts. The finish involves a painstaking application of metallic leaf over a bole base, sealed with a glazing coat to achieve a consistent, low-lustre patina that resists tarnishing.
- Structural Integrity: Mortise and tenon frame construction with reinforced apron support.
- Material Excellence: Hand-carved solid wood embellishments on legs and mirror crest.
- Artisan Finish: Multi-layer metallic lacquering with hand-brushed antiquing.
Interior Curation & Spatial Integration
To maximise the visual impact of the Champagne Silver Bombe Chest with Mirror, we recommend positioning it as a standalone console in dressing rooms or master bedrooms. The metallic sheen contrasts effectively with matte wall treatments, such as velvet flocking or flat-finish plaster in deep slate or charcoal tones. The curvilinear form serves as a spatial counterpoint to rigid architectural elements like windows or wardrobes, introducing fluidity to the floor plan.
Bespoke Customisation (OEM/ODM)
OE-FASHION Interiors serves as your technical manufacturing partner.
- Scalability: The drawer configuration can be adjusted from a two-drawer to a three-drawer stack depending on height requirements.
- Material Library: The top surface can be upgraded to honed Carrara or Nero Marquina marble for enhanced durability.
- Project Integration: We can match the metallic finish to specific Pantone metallic references or existing hardware samples.
Why OE-FASHION Furniture?
By sourcing directly from our atelier, you ensure authentic quality without the retail markup. Contact us to discuss the specifications for your Champagne Silver Bombe Chest with Mirror.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: How resistant is the metallic finish to scratches?
A: The silver leaf finish is protected by a clear lacquer topcoat. While durable, we recommend using felt pads under decorative objects to prevent surface abrasion.
- Q: How resistant is the metallic finish to scratches?
- Q: Can the mirror be mounted separately?
A: Yes, the mirror is constructed as an independent unit and can be wall-mounted if preferred, allowing the chest to serve as a standalone console.
- Q: Can the mirror be mounted separately?
- Q: Are the drawers lined?
A: Standard specification includes finished wood interiors. We can offer velvet or felt lining for jewellery storage upon request.
- Q: Are the drawers lined?
- Q: How is the bombe shape protected during transit?
A: Due to the curvature, the chest is packed in a custom-moulded crate with suspension foam to ensure no pressure is applied to the bulging side panels during export.
