Pine Nightstand / Bedside Commode
Storage (Nightstand / Bedside Table) · Traditional / Rustic Country (Late 20th Century) · Likely mass-market furniture manufacturer (e.g., Sauder, Bassett, or similar American domestic furniture brands from the 1980s-1990s).
Type
Storage (Nightstand / Bedside Table)
Style Period
Traditional / Rustic Country (Late 20th Century)
Material
Solid pine and pine veneer components, with cast brass-finish hardware.
Age Estimate
Circa 1980s to 2000.
Dimensions
Estimated height 24-26 inches, width 24-28 inches, depth 16-18 inches; typical proportions for a bedside commode.
Origin
Likely American or Mexican manufacture based on the heavy pine construction style popular in late-century country decor.
Designer/Maker
Likely mass-market furniture manufacturer (e.g., Sauder, Bassett, or similar American domestic furniture brands from the 1980s-1990s).
Value Estimate
Estimated retail/resale value between $50 and $150 depending on local secondhand market demand.
Description
A sturdy two-drawer wooden nightstand crafted from knotty pine, featuring a distinctive carved shell and scroll motif across the serpentine-profile top drawer. The piece includes carved rosette details on the upper corners, an overhanging top surface, and a scrolled cutout base. It offers functional bedside storage with a rustic yet traditional aesthetic.
Key Features
Carved shell motif on the top drawer, applied wooden rosettes at the top corners, and knotty pine grain visibility.
Color & Finish
Warm honey-brown wood stain with a semi-gloss lacquer or polyurethane protective finish.
Construction Method
Factory-manufactured with machine joinery and applied decorative molded elements.
Joinery & Craftsmanship
Machine-cut joinery typical of mass-produced commercial furniture from the late 20th century.
Wood Grain & Species
Softwood pine featuring characteristic knots, straight grain patterns, and occasional growth rings.
Surface Treatment
Smooth sealed surface treatment with applied carved wooden rosette accents on the upper corners and a prominent carved shell/scroll design on the top drawer front.
Upholstery Details
Not applicable as this is an all-wood case piece.
Hardware & Fittings
Brass-plated metal hardware including a small round knob on the top drawer and a decorative bail pull with a shell motif on the bottom drawer.
Origin & Provenance
Likely American or Mexican manufacture based on the heavy pine construction style popular in late-century country decor.
Condition Notes
Good overall condition with minor surface scuffs and wear along the edges and base, consistent with normal household use. Structural integrity appears solid.
Interesting Facts
The term 'commode' originally referred to a cabinet or chest of drawers, which explains its usage here despite functioning primarily as a nightstand today.
Cultural Significance
Reflects the popularity of the 'Country French' and 'Rustic Pine' interior design trends that dominated suburban homes during the late 20th century.
Similar Pieces
Often confused with early American antique pine chests, but distinguished by modern machine hardware, standardized dimensions, and factory finishes.
Care & Maintenance
Clean with a soft, damp cloth and dry immediately. Avoid excessive moisture and direct sunlight to preserve the honey pine finish.
Value Estimate
Estimated retail/resale value between $50 and $150 depending on local secondhand market demand.
Sustainability Notes
Constructed from pine, a fast-growing softwood, though manufactured through standard commercial methods without specific eco-certifications.
Notes
Writing on back: 674-76-660 commode