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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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Mid Century Bachelors Chest by Leslie Diamond Conant Ball Modern Mates 1950's
By Leslie Diamond, Conant Ball
Located in San Diego, CA
Architectural Mid Century three drawer Bachelors Chest, designed by Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball, as part of their hugely successful Modern Mates series, circa 1950's. The piece is...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Birch
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By Conant Ball
Located in Germantown, MD
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Oak
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Design Maple black Lacquer 3 drawer Nightstands
By Conant Ball, Leslie Diamond
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern design Leslie Diamond black lacquer 3 drawer nightstands. Made from solid maple with circular brass sculpted pulls. Designed by Leslie Diamond. In original...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
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$1,800 Sale Price / set
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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
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Materials
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$2,112 Sale Price
20% Off
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By Conant Ball
Located in High Point, NC
This is a gorgeous pair of mid-century modern end tables designed by Russel Wright for Conant Ball.
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
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Mid-Century Bowtie Credenza by Russel Wright for Conant Ball
By Conant Ball, Russel Wright
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Channel classic mid-century modern style with this Bowtie Credenza designed by Russel Wright for Conant Ball, a distinctive piece that blends iconic design with practical storage. Ce...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
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