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Why is it called a cannonball bed?
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A cannonball bed is called that because of the round finials found on the bed posts. Legend has it that American furniture manufacturers got the inspiration for the design when the colonists began sanding the bedposts into round ball shapes as a sign that they supported the revolutionary movement. Shop a range of cannonball beds on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
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Conant Ball, Side Table, Birch, Rattan, USA, 1950s
By Conant Ball
Located in High Point, NC
A birch and rattan side table produced by Conant Ball, USA, c. 1950s.
Minor natural cracking to tabletop surface.
Minor wear consistent with age and use.
Overall Dimensions (inche...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Rattan, Birch
Mid-Century Conant Ball Dining Chairs - set Four
By Conant Ball, Leslie Diamond
Located in Trenton, NJ
Celebrate the art of simplicity with this set of four birch spindle back dining chairs by Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball. Each piece is a study in proportion and craftsmanship, showc...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Button Back Mohair Chair by Russel Wright for Conant Ball Company
By Conant Ball, Russel Wright
Located in New York, NY
This stunning side chair was realized by the esteemed American designer Russel Wright in the United States, circa 1940. It features four conical splayed legs in ebonized walnut; and ...
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Conant Ball Mid-Century Oak Parquet Checquered Cofee Table
By Conant Ball
Located in Germantown, MD
A Conant Ball Mid-Century modern Oak Parquet Checquered Cofee Table in very good vintage condition. Measures 60" in width, 24" in depth and stands 15" tall.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
1950's Mid Century Desk and Chair Conant Ball Modern Mates by Leslie Diamond
By Leslie Diamond, Conant Ball
Located in New York, NY
Architectural Mid Century desk, with original chair, designed by Leslie Diamond, for Conant Ball, as part of their hugely successful Mod...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood
Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Mid-Century Modern Corner Bookcase, 1950s
By Conant Ball, Leslie Diamond
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare Mid-Century Modern solid birch corner bookcase
By Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball
USA, 1950s
Measures: 45.5"W x 35.5"D x 30"H.
Very good original vintage condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Birch
