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What is the point of a headboard?
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The point of a headboard is to provide support and protect your wall against abrasion. In addition to these practical functions, a headboard also adds a personal touch to any room.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
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Shop for Head Boards on 1stDibs
Pair of Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb Walnut Head Boards with Rafia Wrapped Frame
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Ferndale, MI
Very clean original Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb headboards for single bed. Well made with rafia wrapped frame in excellent condition. Widdicomb paper label and date stamped 6/56.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Aunt Sally English Fairground Game
Located in London, GB
traditionally played in central English pubs and fairgrounds. An Aunt Sally was originally the modelled head of
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Folk Art Game Boards
Materials
Pine
Colorful Painted Sheet Metal Game Wheel ca 1890-1910
Located in York County, PA
, circa 1890-1910
Red, black, white, and green game wheel with a horse head in the center beneath a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century North American Game Boards
Materials
Wood
Pair of Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Panels/ Twin Headboards
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
twin head boards, can be used above doors or any other appropriate application.
Each panel measures 42
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Hardwood, Giltwood, Lacquer
Antique French Oak & Gilt Brass Double Bed
Located in EDENSOR PARK, NSW
carved ribbons to both front and head boards.
Also Available matching bed side table
Size: Double
Category
Antique 19th Century Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass
Upholstered Bed, Louis XV, 18c
Located in New Orleans, LA
mattress vendor can be suggested.
The matching head and foot boards could be used as two matching head
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Fabric, Oak
