Designed by Bernhardt & Vella for Monography, the Magic Highboy is a tall Italian chest of drawers that dissolves the boundary between storage and ritual. Handcrafted in Italy by a studio renowned for its immaculate lacquer work and clean-lined silhouettes, this designer chest of drawers reimagines the highboy as a singular, self-contained dressing station — part wardrobe, part vanity, entirely precise.

Slender lacquered metal sides frame the piece with an almost architectural restraint, while the interior reveals a different temperament entirely: eco-nabuk lining cushions each compartment, and smoked glass dividers lend a quiet transparency to the organization within. The centrepiece is an integrated coiffeuse — a soft-close flap door that opens to a mirror and carefully partitioned space for accessories. It is a private moment built into furniture.

At 61 × 55 × 125 cm, the Magic Highboy draws upward rather than outward, making it particularly effective in bedrooms and dressing areas where floor space is held at a premium. The built-in vanity eliminates the need for a separate dressing table, consolidating two functions into one considered form. Lacquer colours and finishes are available on request through Monography's specification process, allowing the piece to integrate seamlessly into any interior scheme.

• Dimensions: 61 × 55 × 125 cm
• Materials: Lacquered metal frame, eco-nabuk interior lining, smoked glass dividers
• Customization: Lacquer colours and finishes available on request
• Designer: Bernhardt & Vella
• Origin: Handcrafted in Italy

Frequently asked questions

Can the lacquer finish be matched to an existing interior palette?
Yes — Monography offers a range of lacquer colours and custom finishes through their specification process. Contact us with your project details, and we can coordinate samples and lead times directly with the studio.

How does the vanity section function day to day?
The coiffeuse compartment opens via a soft-close flap door to reveal a mirror and eco-nabuk-lined storage sections separated by smoked glass dividers. Accessories remain visible and protected, and the mechanism ensures quiet, smooth operation with each use.