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Why were colonial beds so high?
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Colonial beds are so high to avoid cool drafts that were close to the ground. Typically, the higher the bed off the ground, the closer it would be to the warmer air.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
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Antique French or Spanish Colonial Bed, Converted to an American Queen Size Bed
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Spanish Colonial Queen Size Bed. Yes, this could be a bit of an oxymoron, for how could a
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Antique 1720s Spanish Spanish Colonial Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Oak
A Hand-Carved Colonial Bed
Located in New York, NY
An queen-sized Colonial poster bed. The headboard with a double-paned mirror and intricately carved
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Antique Early 1900s Anglo-Indian Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Mirror, Rosewood
$15,000
Rare 19th Century Spanish Colonial Bishop's Bed
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
This 19th-century Spanish Colonial bed is a magnificent example of antique craftsmanship
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Antique Mid-19th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wood
Antique Anglo Indian Colonial Raj Mahogany Carved Officers 4 Poster Tester Bed
Located in Dayton, OH
galleries. Frame is supported by robust turned feet.
History of the Colonial/ Anglo Indian four poster beds
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Antique Early 19th Century Anglo Raj Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Mahogany
Colonial Style Twin Bed Frame
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Colonial style twin bed frame made of maple. Turned baluster bed posts are topped with cannon
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Late 20th Century American British Colonial Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Maple
Pair of Spanish Colonial Revival Beds - Circa 1930
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
This stunning pair of Spanish Colonial Revival beds, crafted in the 1930s, captures the essence of
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Vintage 1930s Bolivian Spanish Colonial Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wood
