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What is a Jenny Lind bed?
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A Jenny Lind bed, also known as a spool bed, is an intricately designed bed frame resembling sewing spools. The Swedish opera singer was said to have loved staying in the colonial-style beds on her travels; thus her name became synonymous with the spool bed. You can shop a selection of Jenny Lind beds on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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American Classical Jenny Lind Bobbin Turned Painted Spool Bed
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Late 19th century American classical Jenny Lind style twin bed featuring a distressed painted finish.
Category
Antique 19th Century American American Classical Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Metal
Vintage Pennsylvania House Jenny Lind Style Cherry Full Size Spindle Bed
Located in Dayton, OH
Built from premium solid wood with a warm, rich finish, the frame is defined by its striking broken pediment headboard adorned with a central turned finial. Elegant Jenny Lind-style ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Victorian Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Cherry
Rustic Antique American Farmhouse Weathered Work Table
Located in Forney, TX
The donor cited family lore that said Jenny Lind used the bed during a visit to the home of a well-heeled industrialist in Derby, Conn., not so far from Barnum’s hometown of Bridgepo...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Rustic Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Wood, Paint
