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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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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, 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 Sideboard by Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball
By Leslie Diamond, Conant Ball
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Built in the 1950s by Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball.
Beautiful 2 piece birch sideboard.
• American craftsmanship meets beautiful materials and functionality in this sideboard with...
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Glass, Wood
$2,112 Sale Price
20% Off
Full Size Mid Century Conant Ball Modern Mates Bed by Leslie Diamond c 1950's
By Leslie Diamond, Conant Ball
Located in New York, NY
Architectural Mid century Modern full size bed , designed by Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball as part of their highly successful Modern Mates series. The bed features a rectangular hea...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Maple
1950's Mid Century Desk and Chair Conant Ball Modern Mates by Leslie Diamond
By Conant Ball, Leslie Diamond
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
Russel Wright American Modern Conant Ball Dresser Four Drawers
By Russel Wright, Conant Ball
Located in Fraser, MI
Early Conant Ball four drawer chest.
Designed by Russel Wright for the American Modern line.
Solid Maple construction. Branded inside top drawer. Catalog number
on back: 3078C.
Category
Vintage 1930s Dressers
Materials
Maple
