Pair of English Circa 1920 Mahogany Cabinets with Ebonized Faux Bamboo Frame

This pair of English cabinets, dating to circa 1920, is crafted in mahogany and distinguished by an ebonized faux bamboo framework that defines their structure. The contrast between the warm, highly figured mahogany veneer and the blackened bamboo-form edging creates a refined yet visually striking composition, characteristic of early 20th-century English decorative furniture.

Each cabinet features a rectangular top above two drawers fitted with brass hardware, over a double-door cupboard opening to a shelved interior. The door panels and drawer fronts are veneered in richly figured mahogany and framed with contrasting crossbanded borders, emphasizing the movement and depth of the grain. The surrounding faux bamboo elements—finely turned and ebonized—frame the case with a rhythmic, architectural outline.

Raised on shaped supports connected by subtle spandrels, the cabinets maintain a light, elevated stance despite their solid construction. The interiors are fitted with shelves, offering practical storage while preserving the clean exterior lines.

Versatile in scale and function, these cabinets can serve as bedside tables, small side cabinets, or storage pieces within a living space, where their material contrast and craftsmanship can be fully appreciated.

Height: 35.25 in (89.54 cm)

Width: 39.25 in (99.7 cm)

Depth: 20.25 in (51.44 cm)