What is a French double bed?

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A French double bed is a bed of a specific size. The French double is bigger than a twin bed but smaller than a standard double or full-size bed. In France, the bed is sometimes called “un grand lit” or "a big bed." Shop a selection of antique and vintage French double beds on 1stDibs.

1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Oak, Glass

French Double Bed in Oak

$5,950

Italian bed from the 19th century in wrought iron

Located in Cesena, FC

Measurements: Length 205 cm; width 130 cm; height 124 cm Internal measurement 122 x 196 cm Height from the ground (support for the mattress) 36 cm; maximum height of the side stringe...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Beds and Bed Frames

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Wrought Iron

Italian bed from the 19th century in wrought iron

$4,446

French Upholstered Château Double Bed

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

French Upholstered Château Double Bed The Head board of this bed has the most beautifully scrolled shape, the walnut show wood is carved with flowers and scrolls at the sides matc...

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Vintage 1960s French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

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Beech

French Upholstered Château Double Bed

$2,699

French Silk Upholstered Château Double Bed

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

French Silk Upholstered Château Double Bed The Head board of this bed has the most beautifully scrolled shape, the painted show wood has a wonderful crackle finish, it is carved wi...

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Vintage 1920s French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

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Silk

French Silk Upholstered Château Double Bed

$2,564

19th Century French Provincial Upholstered Double Bed in Walnut

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

French Upholstered Double Bed The Head and foot boards of this bed have a carved waved top rail, the bed comes newly upholstered in striped French jacquard upholstery, which is in ...

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