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What is the point of a four-poster bed?
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Today, the point of a four-poster bed is largely stylistic. People place them in bedrooms due to their elegant decorative appearance. Historically, four-poster beds featured heavy curtains that blocked light, preserved privacy and provided warmth in the winter. You'll find a selection of four-poster beds on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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Shop for Antique Four Poster Beds on 1stDibs
Renaissance Four-Poster Bed, 17th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Large four-poster bed with a richly carved walnut frame. The canopy is supported by twisted columns
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Antique 17th Century Renaissance Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
English Chippendale Mahogany Four-Poster Bed, Circa 1770
Located in Hollywood, SC
English Chippendale mahogany and deil four-poster bed with decorative bulbous, fluted and acanthus
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Antique 1770s English Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames
Late 19th Century King Size American Mahogany Four Poster Bed
Located in Charleston, SC
This wonderful New York Four Poster bed has a simple poplar headboard and tester for draping. The
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Antique 19th Century American Federal Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Mahogany, Poplar
French Directoire Period Four Poster Bed, France 18th Century
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Very rare Directoire period four poster bed.
Headboard and footboard are original - including
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Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wood
5ft Wide Cast Iron Four Poster Bed in Cream, M4P49
Located in Wrexham, GB
A 5ft wide cast iron antique four poster bed with ornate castings and original brass decoration
Category
Antique 1880s Victorian Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass, Iron
American Sheraton Mahogany Four-Poster Bed, Baltimore, MD, Circa 1830
Located in Hollywood, SC
American Sheraton mahogany four-poster bed with carved floral head board, complimented by carved
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