2. Introduction
Acajou’s mission is simply to create bathrooms beautiful; each item designed to perfectly fulfil
which are truly individual. Unique in concept, its purpose – a seamless blending of function
elegant in form and matchless in refinement, and form. Copper, marble, and exotic woods
Acajou’s bathroom furniture designs bring sourced from sustainable plantations are lavishly
an unparalleled degree of luxury to the most used to give a degree of opulence that reflects
intimate room in the home, providing the the taste and status of the client, with the added
opportunity to enjoy a bathing experience that is option of bespoke hand-finishing to achieve total
unlike any other. exclusivity.
Acajou is committed to creating bathrooms Your bathroom is your space; the ultimate
for people with an instinct for excellence. The sanctuary; the room that mirrors your personality.
pieces in these collections are literally works Celebrate your individuality by making a
of art, hand crafted from the finest natural statement about who you are – create your own
materials, carefully selected for their natural world of hedonism and unashamed extravagance
disposition to humid environments. Each item is with Acajou’s exclusive collections.
3. Caryatid Mirror
This ornately carved solid mahogany figural mirror,
featuring male and female caryatid makes a lavish
feature.
Le Manoir collection
Acajou sets new standards in bathroom furniture grade of Italian and Spanish marble, and wooden
design. For over 300 years French furniture has furniture is made from solid mahogany, featuring
been acclaimed for its style and elegance, and marquetry inlay, dovetail joints and hand carved
the Le Manoir collection is inspired by this details. Care has been taken to select timber
classic tradition. species which are naturally acclimatised to a
humid environment. There is no compromise on
As in the past, dedicated craft workers maintain quality - Le Manoir range is intended to set the
this heritage, bringing their artistic skills to the very highest standards, and can be made even
production process and making every Le Manoir more exclusive for anyone wanting to realise
piece totally unique. The designs follow exacting their own personal vision of perfection. Acajou’s
modern quality control criteria but the expertise bespoke hand-painted or hand-polished option
of the artisan ensures that the values associated means that every piece becomes an individual
with individual craftsmanship are maintained at objet d’art. For the discerning client who has
a constantly high level. risen above the market for mass-produced
goods, and who shows an appreciation of fine
The beautifully proportioned Le Manoir
furniture, Le Manoir provides the definitive
collection is designed for luxury living, and only
opportunity to create a bathroom to match
the finest materials are used in the creation of
lifestyle expectations.
each piece. Lavish use is made of the highest
Contents:
Vanities Consoles page 6 - 19
Baths page 20 - 22
Mirrors Complementary Furniture page 23 - 27
Furniture Finishes page 28
Counter Tops page 29
Product Specifications page 30 - 31
Displayed in a ‘Dark Walnut’ hand polished finish.
4. Nimes
This distinctive vanity will make a
statement in any individually styled
bathroom. Inspired by the Directoire era,
the strong French influence is apparent.
The elaborate ornament and antique
motifs are hand carved on to the door
and side moulded panels. The furniture is
raised on a shaped plinth base. Curved
cupboard doors are flanked by columns
and open to a shelved interior. This
characteristic design lends itself to a
conspicuously luxurious form. Nimes is
available as a single basin vanity.
Chinon
This elegant Louis XV style bombée commode been employed to produce this stunning display
epitomises the mastery of French furniture makers of craftsmanship. The furniture is enhanced with
characteristic of this era. The finesse of decoration delicate fittings, gilded carvings on the slender
is exposed in the geometric parquetry design and cabriole legs and shaped apron. Chinon is available
marquetry inlays. Expertise of an equal calibre has as a single basin vanity.
Acanthus mirror
Nimes in a two tone ‘Lazurite Blue’ hand delicately enhanced by an ageing glaze and Gilded and hand carved from solid mahogany. Chinon in a ‘Dark Oak’ and ‘Light Walnut’ patina,
painted finish with ‘Gold’ carved ornament, complemented by a Venato marble counter top. complemented by an Emperador marble counter top.
5. Avignon Amboise
This Grande Armoire reveals a subtle curved hand carved acanthus and laurel motifs, this This classic design has been inspired by the
base and stands on carefully crafted bun feet. beautiful furniture epitomises elegance. Avignon manner of furniture designed in the period of
The moulded arched mirror rests on a classic is available as a single basin vanity. Louis XV. The sinuous lines and shaped frieze
Bianco Carrara marble top. With its delicately effortlessly complement the tapering cabriole
legs. Amboise is available as a single basin
vanity.
Amboise in a two tone crackled ‘Boudoir Red’ Amboise in a ‘Light Walnut’ patina complemented
Avignon in a ‘Dew Blue’ hand painted finish, subtly by a Botticino Classico marble counter top.
and ‘Caviar’ hand painted finish, complemented
distressed and enhanced by an ageing glaze.
by a Bianco Carrara marble counter top.
6. Uzès
The unusual hand turned legs confer character
upon this simple yet classic Provence style
vanity. Uzès is available as a single or double
basin vanity.
Poitiers
This classic three drawer commode has been marble top, which follows the delicate shape of
inspired by the style of Louis XVI. The refined the furniture. This furniture piece lends a subtle
features are supported on slender fluted legs, yet stately ambience to any fine bathroom.
above which rests a luxurious hand carved Poitiers is available as a single basin vanity.
Uzès double basin vanity in a ‘Provincial Green’ technique to expose aspects of the solid Uzès single basin vanity in a ‘Dark Walnut’
hand painted finish, with rattan and banana mahogany beneath, and is complemented by a hand polished finish with rattan baskets,
Poitiers in a ‘Dark Walnut’ hand polished finish and fluted legs, complemented by a Emperador leaf baskets. The piece has been given a rustic Botticino Classico marble counter top. complemented by a classic Botticino Classico
exposing gilding on the front, side mouldings marble counter top. appeal by using a traditional cabinet-maker’s marble counter top.
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7. Sèvres
The rich features and strong geometric lines of
this design are typical of the Empire period in
C19th France.
The support posts are carved in volute consoles.
The strong yet sumptuous features are finished
with a luxurious marble top. Sèvres Volute
design is available as either a single or double
basin vanity.
Etched Mirror Sèvres Volute vanity in a ‘Crème’ finish Emperador marble counter top.
Sèvres Volute vanity in a distressed ‘Verdigris’ Venato marble counter top. Gilded with etched frame and beading. with ‘Renaissance Gold’ carvings
hand painted finish complemented by a and mouldings, complemented by an
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8. Orléans
This piece has been inspired by the style of
Louis Philippe and has been created for both
comfort and interior elegance. The shaped and
symmetrical design of the feet and apron give
this distinctive and well-structured piece of
furniture a classic look. Orléans is available as a
single basin vanity.
Sèvres
The rich features and strong geometric lines of by hand in the form of a male and female
this design are typical of the Empire period in caryatid. Sèvres Caryatid design is available as a
C19th France. double basin vanity.
The support posts have been raised above a
wonderfully moulded base and expertly carved
Orléans in a ‘Pickled Mahogany’ finish,
complemented by a Venato marble counter top. Sèvres Caryatid vanity in a ‘Dark walnut’ Bottincino Classico marble counter top.
hand polished finish, complemented by a
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9. Versailles
The flowing curves of this lavish bahut style
vanity have been expertly crafted using traditional
techniques. This graceful piece is finished with a
Renaissance motif and a Carrara or Venato marble
top, hand crafted by Acajou’s resident artists and
sculptors. Versailles is available as a double basin
vanity.
Albi, a stately Louis XVI bonnetiere in a ‘Green finish, with carved egg and dart decorative Fauteuil de Marquis upholstered in a linen
Cartouche Mirror Albi
Clay’ and ‘Chantilly’ rechampi hand painted motif on the crown moulding.
Fauteuil de Marquis
fabric, hand painted in ‘Antique Ivory’ and subtly
distressed.
Versailles in a tone on tone ‘Baked Earth’ and painted with a Renaissance polychrome motif, Shapely, with pierced crest and foliate scrolls, Stately Louis XVI bonnetiere in a ‘Green Clay’ with carved egg and dart decorative motif on the Upholstered in a linen fabric, hand painted in
‘Mushroom’ hand painted finish, finely enhanced complemented by a Venato marble counter top. gilded and hand carved from solid mahogany. and ‘Chantilly’ rechampi hand painted finish, crown moulding. ‘Antique Ivory’ and subtly distressed.
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by an ageing glaze, and beautifully hand
10. Dijon La Rochelle
This exquisite design in the Louis XV style has The furniture is raised on cabriole legs and is Le Manoir cast iron console invokes a freedom
elaborate shapely lines incorporated into the enhanced by a beautiful Bianco Carrara marble of movement in its design inspired by the Art
two frieze panelled doors and central open top. Dijon is available as a single basin vanity. Deco movement. Ornamental and organic forms
shelf. Carved scallop shells, reminiscent of the combine to make this a stunning style statement.
La Rochelle is available as a free standing single
Rocaille style, are exposed on the shaped apron.
basin console.
Etched Mirror
Dijon in a subtly distressed ‘Chestnut Rose’ Gilded with etched frame and beading.
with ‘Juniper’ rechampi hand painted finish,
displaying a rattan basket. La Rochelle with ‘Kuro Black’ console frame counter top and Bianco Carrara marble basin. a colour of your choice from the RAL colour chart, to
complemented by a Rosso Levanto marble Le Manoir cast iron consoles can be custom painted in personalise your bathroom.
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11. Impératrice
The purity of line of the Impératrice, a
contemporary yet classical Art Nouveau bath is
but highly eloquent. Its symmetrical curves
create a visual impact that epitomises the flowing
style of this innovative French architectural
movement.
Marquise
The seductive design of the Marquise has been
uniquely sculpted by hand from a single piece
of travertine. The design has been inspired by
the original ‘Marie Antoinette’ bathtub with its
grandiose luxury mirroring the queen’s status
and privilege.
The bathtub’s graceful acanthus design is
reminiscent of the style of Louis XIV. The depth
and proportion of this masterpiece is very
striking: it stands proudly on a marble base and
feet, conveying an unmistakable air of luxurious
living.
Aspire to the splendour of this unique bathing
experience.
“Hand Carved and
Classically styled with a
Contemporary twist.”
“Suggesting taste, ease
and achievement”
Impératrice has been uniquely sculpted
by hand from a single piece of Bianco
marble. The Marquise design can be sculpted in marble.
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12. These hand finished classical cast iron designs are
gracefully shaped and feature a deep, luxurious
interior. The free standing roll top designs are
elegantly finished with porcelain enamel, and are
mounted on ball and claw solid brass feet, with a
choice of a chrome or gold plated finish.
Cabourg
Chartres
The slipper style designs have a period appeal
with a contemporary twist.
Bayonne
Acajou artists will be delighted to assist you in
creating a truly personalised bathroom.
Our unique colour matching and hand painted
design services will enable you to acquire a cast
iron bath which truly suits the interior scheme of
your bathroom.
Displayed is a Le Manoir collection cast iron bath
strikingly upholstered in an electric blue crocodile
skin fabric, a design concept commissioned by a
client. An exciting range of alternate fabrics may
be available. Please contact your nearest retailer
for further details.
*Please note that all animal skin designs are faux fabrics.
The traditional look of the single ended roll top
cast iron bath, displayed in a ‘Bourgogne’ hand
Demi-Lune Buffet Rococo Mirror
painted finish. In the style of Louis XVI in a two tone crackled Gilded C19th style Rococo landscape mirror.
‘Antique Ivory’ and ‘Amber Gold’ hand painted
finish.
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1. Rococo Mirror
Gilded C19th style Rococo landscape mirror.
2. Cartouche Mirror
Shapely, with pierced crest and foliate scrolls, hand
carved from solid mahogany and gilded.
3. Acanthus Mirror
Gilded and hand carved from solid mahogany.
Vichy Day Bed 4. Etched Mirror
Paravent designed in the style of Louis XV. This Vichy features scrolled feet and arched folds Upholstered in a linen fabric, displayed in an
late C18th early C19th style three part folding with foliate carved design. This is surmounted ‘Antique Ivory’ hand painted finish and subtly Gilded with etched frame and beading.
screen is hand carved in solid mahogany, above red floral damask fabric covered panels. distressed.
painted in an ‘Oyster Ivory’ finish and gilded.
14. Fauteuil Louis XV Fauteuil de Marquis
Hand carved with cane back and upholstered in Furniture in Le Manoir collection may be upholstered Upholstered in a linen fabric, hand painted in
a linen fabric; hand painted in ‘Antique Ivory’ and in a fabric of your choice, to complement your interior ‘Antique Ivory’ and subtly distressed.
subtly distressed. bathroom scheme.
Console Table Fauteuil Louis XVI Cheval Mirror
Two drawer console featuring a shapely apron A classic rechampi finish in an ‘Antique Ivory’ Hand carved and upholstered in a linen fabric, In the style of Louis XVI, hand carved in solid
and frieze decorated with pendant garlands, with ‘Rouen Blue’ carvings. hand painted in ‘Antique Ivory’ and subtly mahogany and hand painted in ‘Antique Ivory’
scrolled cabriole style legs and shelved area. distressed. with a subtle ageing glaze.
15. Furniture Finishing Counter Tops
Acajou offers a unique and bespoke furniture Due to the unique beauty of natural stone, the A protective sealant is applied to each counter that only basins supplied by Acajou should
finishing service. The colour schemes presented shade and appearance of the marble may vary. top during manufacturing, to provide greater be installed, as the counter tops have been
in this brochure are a selection of finishes stain repellancy to the stone. Please refer to manufactured to fit the basins.
available to embellish Le Manoir collection of All counter tops are supplied with one hole Acajou ‘General Maintenance Procedures’ found
furniture. The colour scheme possibilities are plus two pre drilled holes for brassware of your in your buyer’s pack, for further information. For ease of reference, please find below a table
exciting and endless: no boundaries lie between choice to be fitted. displaying details of the marble and granite
you and your bathroom dream. Our skilled artists All counter tops are designed to be fitted with colours which are available for each of the vanity
All marble and granite counter tops are polished. ceramic under mounted basins. We recommend designs.
will be delighted to match the shade of paint
which truly complements your interior scheme,
Two tone ‘Lazurite Blue’ and ‘Gold’ rechampi with ageing glaze Parquetry design with marquetry inlay
and to hand paint a design feature of your choice
onto Acajou’s exclusive furniture.
Acajou will be happy to work closely with your
interior designer or architect to enable you BIANCO CARRARA
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furniture finishing and colour process.
Finishes for vanities, and complementary
furniture. Distressed ‘Dew Blue’ with ageing glaze Two tone crackled ‘Boudoir Red’ and ‘Caviar’
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VENATO
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‘Light Walnut’ patina ‘Dark Walnut’ and gilding Rustic ‘Provincial Green’
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Distressed ‘Verdigris’ ‘Crème’ and ‘Renaissance Gold’ rechampi Caryatid design EMPERADOR
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ROSSO LEVANTO
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‘Pickled Mahogany’ Tone on tone ‘Baked Earth’ and ‘Mushroom’ with ageing glaze ‘Green Clay’ and ‘Chantilly’ rechampi
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Distressed ‘Antique Ivory’ ‘Chestnut Rose’ and ‘Juniper’ rechampi Two tone crackled ‘Antique Ivory’ and ‘Amber Gold’
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‘Antique Ivory’ and ‘Rouen Blue’ rechampi
Decorative ‘Siena’ and ‘Onyx’ faux marble can achieve: the possibilities are endless. We
Solid mahogany mirrors are available finishes as displayed above have been will be happy to develop your own individual
in a polished or hand painted patina, or commissioned by some of our clients. They finish.
SEVRES double
LA ROCHELLE
SEVRES single
traditionally gilded. represent a very small selection of what we
*VERSAILLES
ORLEANS
AMBOISE
AVIGNON
POITIERS
CHINON
The skilled craftsmanship of artisans enabled
NIMES
*UZES
DIJON
us to create objets d’art, which today’s mass
produced manufacturing methods do not
permit.
For further information on any of the above
please contact your nearest retailer.
Installation: All Acajou products are designed to be fitted by a qualified and professional installer, and will require more than one person for their
handling. Please refer to Acajou ‘General Installation Procedures’ found in your buyer’s pack for further information.
16. Product Specifications 211cm
68 cm
108 cm 64 cm
No composite material has been used in any of Le Manoir collection designs. All wood products are hand made, hand carved and hand finished from
solid mahogany. As each piece of furniture is unique there may be slight variations in appearance and dimensions.
91 cm 90 cm
Solid Mahogany Vanities
All vanity units feature 100% solid brass furniture accessories. Please note that Acajou do not supply the brassware displayed in this brochure.
VERSAILLES NIMES
Product Reference W (cm) D (cm) H (cm) Page No
73 cm
Versailles VRL 211 68 91 16-17 146 cm (Single) 61 cm
85 cm 62 cm 186 cm (Double)
Nimes NMS 108 64 91 6
Orleans ORL 87 63 89 14
92 cm
Sèvres Volute SVV single 144 73 92 13 Model available as a single or double basin vanity 89 cm
SVV double 184 73 92
Sèvres Caryatid SVC double 184 73 92 15 Model available as a double basin vanity
Dijon DJN 142 65 91 18 Rattan baskets (KFB) can be purchased as separate items SEVRES
ORLEANS
Model available as a single or double basin vanity
Poitiers PTR 113 61 91 10 The bottom drawers are soley usable
Avignon AVG 149 66 228 8 142 cm 65 cm 113 cm 61 cm
Avignon Base 149 66 91 8
Uzes UZS single 118 58 88 11 Model available as a single or double basin vanity. The
UZS double 131 58 88 two drawers of the double basin vanity are non usable to 91cm 91 cm
accommodate the basins. Rattan and banana leaf baskets
(ref KAB single/ref KBB set) can be purchased as separate items
Amboise AMB 115 61 88 9
DIJON
Chinon CHN 115 59 88 7 The bottom drawers are soley usable POITIERS
Please note: the bottom drawers
are solely usable
Complementary Furniture: Mirrors:
Product Reference W (cm) D (cm) H (cm) Page No Product Reference H (cm) W (cm) Page No 140 cm (Single)
115 cm (Double)
Vichy VCY 180 4 200 24 Acanthus Mirror ELA 117 69 6, 25 130 cm (Double)
109 cm (Single) 61cm
Albi ALB 100 50 210 16 Cheval Mirror CHV 185 75 27 66 cm
54 cm
Fauteuil Louis XV RLA 60 58 99 26 Caryatid Mirror CYD 185 142 4
228 cm 103 cm
88 cm
Fauteuil Louis XVI LAC 65 60 92 27 Rococo Mirror LSG 132 100 23, 25
Fauteuil de Marquis FMQ 60 56 100 26 Cartouche Mirror TDC 84 51 16-17 25
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Day Bed LGS 162 63 88 24 Etched Mirror BE1 65 104 25 91 cm
BE2 90 146 12, 18, 25 UZES
Model available as a single or double basin vanity.
Console Table ECT 118 44 78 26 The two drawers of the double basin vanity are
non usable to accommodate the basins.
Demi-Lune Buffet FRB 105 48 95 23 145 cm
AVIGNON
Cast Iron Consoles Marble Basins:
115 cm
59 cm
Product Reference W (cm) D (cm) H (cm) Page No
115 cm
61 cm
La Rochelle LRE 81 50 75 19
Marble basins MB2 42 42 16 19 Marble basins with rim can be purchased as separate items
88 cm
Marble basins MB3 40 40 16 19 Marble basins without rim can be purchased as separate items 88 cm
Marble Baths: Cast Iron Baths: CHINON
AMBOISE Please note: the bottom drawer is solely usable
Product Reference W (cm) D (cm) H (cm) Page No Product Reference W (cm) D (cm) H (cm) Page No
Imperatrice IPR 180 77 67 20 Cabourg CBG 170 75 55 22 Acknowledgements:
Marquise MRQ 185 82 70 21 Bayonne BYN 152 78 45 22 We would like to thank the following companies and
people for their support:
Chartres CRT 156 75 65 22
Brassware supplied by Perrin and Rowe Les Aunaies
The marble baths have an approximate weight of 1000 kilos. There may The baths have an approximate weight of 150 kilos. Please ensure that
displayed P8, 9, 12, 14, 22 www.geocities.com/normandydream Phoot Creative for photography and graphic design
be a requirement for the floor to be reinforced to ensure that it is capable professional advice is sought to ensure that the strength of the floor is
www.perrinandrowe.co.uk www.phoot.com
of supporting this weight. Please ensure that professional advice is sought capable of supporting the weight of the bathtub. Les Vignes
before purchase. Please note that Acajou do not supply the overflows and waste systems Brassware supplied by Samuel Heath www.lesvignes.net Ian Grimshaw, artistic consultant
Designed for use with wall mounted or floor standing brassware fittings. displayed in this brochure. displayed P6, 7 10, 11, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17
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www.samuelheath.com Le Manoir de la Croix Blanche
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