1930's English Brass Bed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage brass bed frame circa 1930s, England. Original brass finish shows nice age and patina.
20th Century English Beds and Bed Frames
Metal, Brass
1930's English Brass Bed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage brass bed frame circa 1930s, England. Original brass finish shows nice age and patina.
Metal, Brass
English Brass Mounted Mahogany Campaign Bed, circa 1900
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An English brass mounted mahogany campaign bed, circa 1900. One of a pair. Identical bed available as well. Interior dimensions: 38.75" W x 76" D.
Brass
19th C English Half Tester Double Brass Bed Frame
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1890 19thC English half tester double brass bed frame with lattice swing brackets to the sides and twin bars below for hanging fabric. Very high quality casting. Measures...
Brass, Iron
$1,531Sale Price|20% Off
H 56.3 in W 81.11 in D 43.31 in
English Brass & Iron Early 20th Century Large Single Bed
Located in Leicester, GB
A beautiful brass and iron bed frame from the early 20th century. The brass bed has an elegant design with fine squared spindles and a monogrammed oval decoration on the head and foo...
Brass
$13,459
H 88.98 in W 55.91 in D 81.89 in
Magnificent Exhibition Quality Antique Gilded Solid Brass Half Tester Double Bed
Located in Suffolk, GB
Magnificent exhibition quality antique Victorian gilded solid brass half tester double bed having a newly reupholstered back in a quality fabric flanked by two circular brass column ...
Brass
$3,759
H 56.3 in W 55.12 in D 87.01 in
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN 1840 SOLID BRASS BED FRAME WiTH ORIGINAL PORCELAIN CASTORS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare original circa 1840 Victorian Brass double bed frame with period porcelain castors Please n...
Brass
$4,033
H 51.58 in W 56.5 in D 81.11 in
Antique Victorian 1880 Solid Brass Bed Frame with Mother of Pearl Style Panel
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare original circa 1880 Victorian Brass double bed frame with Mother of Pearl style inset panel These beds are about as rare and col...
Brass
$28,000
H 90.5 in W 75 in D 54 in
English Chippendale Cuban Mahogany Foliage Tester Bed with Marlboro Feet, C 1770
Located in Charleston, SC
English Chippendale Cuban Mahogany four poster bed with carved foliage acanthus reeded foot post, tapered head post, serpentine headboard, gadrooned molded edge tester, and resting ...
Brass
Victorian Early 20th Century Brass & Iron Daybed Crib on Casters
By Gillows of Lancaster & London, Holland & Sons, Thomas Sheraton
Located in Bensalem, PA
Fully functional polished brass early 20th century crib with collapsing sides polished and restored feel free to reach out with any questions
Brass, Iron
19th Century Brass Bed Warmer with Pierced Warming Chamber
Located in San Diego, CA
Antique 19th-century brass bed warmer featuring a distinctive pentagonal warming chamber and long brass handle. The pierced brass top is decorated with evenly spaced ventilation hole...
Brass
19th Century English Bed Warmer
Located in High Point, NC
Early 19th century English bed warmer. Made in England circa 1830, the piece is dressed with a hickory handle, and features a copper vessel with brass lid at the end; the top with bi...
Brass, Copper
19th Century Copper Bed Warmer
Located in Pomona, CA
19th-century copper bed warmer with a brass cap.
Brass, Copper
$13,827
H 32.68 in W 81.11 in D 25.99 in
19th Century Regency Rosewood and Brass Marquetry Inlaid Scroll End Day Bed
Located in Sofia, BG
A Regency rosewood and brass marquetry inlaid scroll end daybed in red leather, with ribbed and gadrooned mouldings, on swept legs terminating in leaf and scroll cast brass sabot and...
Rosewood
$2,369
H 29.14 in W 33.08 in D 16.93 in
Antique Victorian Carter’s Patent London Mahogany Adjustable Bed Reading Table
By John Carter (Furniture)
Located in Glasgow, GB
An original 19th century mahogany Carter’s Patent revolving bed or reading table dating to c.1890. Of super quality & design this versatile table was intended to be used under a bed ...
Brass
$1,773
H 25.2 in W 40.16 in D 20.08 in
Early 19th C Georgian Original Painted Green Pitch Pine Dog Box Bed Crate
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A late Georgian pitch pine crate that would off originally been used for transporting a dog on a carriage. In wonderful original condition, with its original green painted finish tha...
Brass, Iron
A Large Single Brass Edwardian Antique Bed MS78
Located in Wrexham, GB
A stunning Edwardian all brass bedstead with square section posts and rails, decorative finials and central decorative brass castings in the head and foot panels. This bed accepts ...
Brass, Iron
5ft Wide Cast Iron and Brass Antque Bed Finished in Black MK321
Located in Wrexham, GB
A superb cast iron antique bed finished in black with decorative scroll design and daisy castings, and brass knobs. This bed accepts a UK king size or US queen size (5ft, 60in or 15...
Brass, Iron
Unavailable
H 82.68 in W 62.21 in D 89.77 in
Late Victorian Iron and Brass Half Tester Bed, circa 1880
Located in Avington, Hampshire
Late Victorian iron and brass half tester bed, circa 1880 Mattress not included, please enquire if you require a mattress
Unavailable
H 56 in W 60 in D 84 in
5ft Antique Olive Green Metal Bed with Golden Brass and Floral Ceramics MK330
Located in Wrexham, GB
Antique Olive Green Metal Bed with Golden Brass Accents and Floral Ceramic Finials Painted in a rich olive green, this sturdy antique metal bed exudes character and sophistication, ...
Brass, Iron
Unavailable
H 63 in W 59.06 in D 81.5 in
5ft Wide Gothic Style Cast Iron Antique Bed in Blue Verdigris MK366
Located in Wrexham, GB
A stunning cast iron antique bed in a gothic style with ornate castings and brass fittings finished in blue verdigris. This bed accepts a US Queen Size or UK King Size (5ft or 150cm...
Brass, Iron
Unavailable
H 37.8 in W 27.56 in D 70.87 in
19th Century English Campaign Bed with White and Black Ticking
Located in den Haag, NL
A 19th century English black painted steel and cast iron campaign bed with brass front legs. This bed folds to a chair and extends to camp bed. It folds for easy transport. The back ...
Brass, Iron
19th c French Style Brass Bed Albert Phillips Excelsior Works England
Located in Milford, NH
The maker is the Albert Phillips Excelsior Works of Eyre St. Birmingham, England. The maker’s identity is given on a plate attached to a cross rail.Phillips Excelsior works operated ...
Brass, Iron
Antique Victorian 19th Century Brass and Iron Bed
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian 19th century brass and iron bed with brass shaped top rails and knobs, iron rails and side rails, original castors. In lovely original condition.
Brass, Iron
Victorian Art Nouveau Four Poster Double Brass Bed
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
This very pretty Victorian bed it dates, circa 1880 it is has a charming brass head board, the Art Nouveau central panel is decorated with grapes and vines all made and cast in solid...
Brass
An English brass mounted mahogany campaign bed, circa 1900.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An English brass mounted mahogany campaign bed, circa 1900. Interior Dimensions: 38.75 "x 76"
Brass
Antique Edwardian Polished Brass Double Bed, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely antique Edwardian polished brass double bedstead, circa 1900 in date. It has a delightful central gilt mesh panel of a bird with figural motifs on either side, s...
Sold
H 57.09 in W 61.03 in D 77.56 in
Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Double Bed with Decorative Brass Panels
Located in Petworth, GB
A fantastic Arts & Crafts oak double bed with carved headboard and footboard depicting decorative Glasgow style roses. Chequer inlay detailing and inlaid patinated brass panels agai...
Brass
Sold
H 113 in W 59.5 in D 80.7 in
Wide Brass Four Poster Bed with Bird Castings, Ornamental Motifs and Crown
Located in Miami, FL
19th century wide brass four poster bed with bird castings, ornamental motifs and crown A magnificent all brass four poster bed with etched posts, ornate brass fittings, decorative ...
Brass
Sold
H 59.84 in W 44 in D 82.67 in
English Bronze and Brass Twin Extra Large Bed with Cherubs, Headboard, Signed
Located in Miami, FL
19th century English bronze and brass twin extra large bed with cherubs. It has wheels. Signed by Peyton & Peyton, Birminghan, London. Really beautiful. For matress twin extra ...
Brass, Bronze
Classic Tufted King Size Bed
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic modern tufted upholstered king size bed with a brass molded framed headboard, upholstered lowers frame on tapered natural finished front feet. Dimensions: 90.75" W x 89...
Brass
Sold
H 87 in W 53.5 in D 78 in
An Arts & Crafts Cast Brass Half Tester Double Bed with Stylised Floral Details
Located in London, GB
An Arts and Crafts lacquered cast brass half tester double bedstead, with stylised plant and floral details to the head and foot board. With lattice swing brackets to the sides for h...
Brass
Antique Victorian Cast Iron and Brass Rocking Cradle, 19th Century Crib
Located in Bristol, GB
Antique Wire Work Moses Basket Crib The Rolls Royce of Victorian cradles. Cast and wrought iron frame with wire work cradle. Brass rim and knob finials. Easy rocking action. Ori...
Brass, Iron
Antique Victorian Brass and Iron Bed
Located in Suffolk, GB
Victorian brass and iron bed with brass shaped top rails and knobs, iron rails and side rails, original castors. In lovely original condition 1860 Measures: H 51 inches W 54 ...
Brass, Iron
!9th Century Brass Officer's Campaign Bed/Coffee Table
Located in Pasadena, CA
This a very interesting coffee table that has been adapted from an English or French 19th century brass campaign bed. The table is in overall very good condition; the brass elements ...
Brass
English 17th Century Day Bed
Located in Greenwich, CT
Rare 17th Century English oak and leather day bed, the back with adjustable wrought iron ratchet, lovely mostly original upholstery, with turned and square legs joined by stretcher b...
Brass, Iron
William IV tufted leather day bed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
William IV daybed upholstered in a rich russet tufted leather bound by large brass nailheads. The legs are hand carved mahogany in a tulip shape supported by hefty brass casters.
Brass
Regency Rosewood Dual Reading Stand / Adjustable Bed Table
Located in Dallas, TX
An English Regency adjustable bed table / dual reading stand of rosewood with inlaid brass decoration, rectangular top with rounded corners of bookmatched rosewood, two (2) hinged se...
Brass
Sold
H 45.38 in W 59 in D 87.5 in
19th Century French Empire Swan Sleigh Bed Mahogany and Brass Accents
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Antique mahogany French Empire sleigh bed with outscrolled headboard and footboard. Full / double bed size. Elegantly carved long-necked swan figures flank both ends of the footboard...
Brass
Sold
H 48 in W 36 in D 3 in
Maple & Co London an Arts & Crafts Brass Single Bed with Stylized Floral Details
By Maple & Co.
Located in London, GB
Maple & Co. A good quality Arts & Crafts brass 3 foot wide single bed with stylized floral details to the head and the foot boards.
Brass
Antique English Painted Chinese Chippendale Canopy Bed
Located in Kennesaw, GA
Wow! This is a wonderful bed. It is a hand painted antique English Chinese Chippendale style canopy bed. It is ebonized with gilt accents throughout the frame. The headboard has peti...
Brass
Early 18thc Copper Bed Warmer From New England
Located in Los Angeles, CA
FANTASTIC WORN AND HANDMADE COPPER & BRASS BED WARMER WITH GREAT PATINA WOOD HANDLE.THIS 18THC BED WARMER IS GREAT FOR HANGING ON THE WALL OR NEXT TO FIREPLACE .
Copper, Brass
Edwardian Brass Bed, MD142
Located in Wrexham, GB
An attractive Edwardian bedstead with square section brass rails, sweeping curved top rail and central decorative cast feature in the centre of the foot panel. This bed accepts a ...
Brass, Iron
Brass and Iron Bed
Located in Wrexham, GB
This wide bedstead finished in cream has been adapted from an original bed circa 1900. This bed accepts a 6ft wide, 72 inch, base and mattress. The price is for the bed alone. ...
Brass, Iron
Double Brass and Iron Bed
Located in Wrexham, GB
A Classic style Victorian brass and iron bed finished in black with a gallery of brass trumpets on head and foot panels. This bed accepts a standard double (54 in wide) base and m...
Brass, Iron
Wide Brass Antique Bed, MK165
Located in Wrexham, GB
A fine and elegant example of a wide Victorian brass bed with cast brass fittings and original unrestored finish. The patina on the brass is of a soft golden color which comes from ...
Brass, Iron
Superking, Vintage Blue Brass Bed
Located in Headley, GB
Superking 6’ wide vintage bed frame. This frame was made in Cornwall approximately 40 years ago and based upon a Victorian frame. The bed has beautiful white porcelain cylinders whic...
Brass, Iron
Antique Brass Four Poster Bed
Located in Wrexham, GB
A magnificent all brass four poster bed with etched posts, ornate brass fittings, decorative brass knee-caps, delicate castings depicting song birds and serpentine canopy with brass ...
Iron, Brass
Campaign Brass Four Poster Bed - M4P20
Located in Wrexham, GB
A magnificent brass Campaign four-poster bed bed with ornate cast brass fittings and folding arched canopy. This bed accepts a double base and mattress set, 54 inch wide x 75 inch l...
Brass
Antique Bed Victorian Single Brass Bed 19th Century Base Casters
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
A beautiful late 19th century antique Victorian lacquered brass single bedstead of railed design, standing on ceramic casters together with woven spring base, looks amazing.
Brass
English Edwardian Brass and Iron Bed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hard to find vintage brass and iron bed recently made into classic four poster bed. Great proportions. Fits California King Matttress
Brass, Iron
Double Brass and Iron Bed, MD42
Located in Wrexham, GB
A fine example of a Victorian brass and iron bed in the double width and finished in black. This bed accepts a double size (4'6" or 54 inches) base and mattress set. The price ...
Brass, Iron
Black Brass and Iron Bed, MK107
Located in Wrexham, GB
Brass and iron bed finished in black with curved brass top rails and decorative castings. This bed is totally restored and adapted from an original antique frame. This bed accepts...
Brass, Iron
English Queen Size Brass Bed
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Fantastic English brass canopy bed that has been made into a queen size that will take both box spring and mattress.
Brass and Cast Iron Bed, MSK22
Located in Wrexham, GB
A decorative Victorian bed adapted from an original frame with brass top rails and bars, circa 1890. This bed accepts a standard super king (6ft x 6ft 6in) base and mattress set. ...
Brass, Iron
Double Brass and Iron Bed, MD51
Located in Wrexham, GB
A double brass and bed finished in soft cream. This bed accepts a double size (4ft 6in wide, 54 inches or 137 cm) base and mattress set. The price is for the bed frame alone. T...
Brass, Iron
Single Brass and Iron Bed, MS22
Located in Wrexham, GB
A fine example of a Victorian brass and iron bed in the single width, with decorative foot board and finished in black. This bed accepts a 3'0 (36 inch) wide base and mattress set...
Brass, Iron, Steel
Black Brass and Iron Bed - MK84
Located in Wrexham, GB
A fine brass and iron bed finished in black with brass straight top rail and ornate castings. This bed accepts a British king-size or American queen-size base and mattress set, 60...
Brass, Iron
Brass and Iron Bed with Sunflower Brass Rosettes - MD33
Located in Wrexham, GB
A decorative brass and iron bed with superb brass rosettes depicting large sunflowers. This bed is shown here in its original condition. Currently the width is a Standard British ...
Brass, Iron, Steel
Cream Double Bed with Brass Decoration
Located in Wrexham, GB
A Victorian brass and iron bed finished in cream with decorative barley twist castings, straight brass top rail, cap collars and brass knobs. This fine example of an antique brass...
Brass, Iron, Steel
Superb Maples Brass Bed in Original Condition
Located in Wrexham, GB
An original late-Victorian brass bedstead in superb condition manufactured by Maples. The decorative fittings are all cast brass, creating a substantial, heavy and totally original b...
Brass
Matching Pair of Brass Antique Beds MP49
Located in Wrexham, GB
A matching pair of all brass Edwardian beds with simple elegant design. The brass can be repolished if you wish. These beds accept 3ft wide (36 inch or 90cm) bases and mattresses...
Iron, Brass
Art Nouveau Style Brass and Iron Bed
Located in Wrexham, GB
This elegant Art Nouveau style bed is finished in cream and has a sweeping curved brass top rail and ornate castings. The bed accepts a British king-size or American queen-size ba...
Brass, Iron
Brass and Iron Bed in Black, MK89
Located in Wrexham, GB
A brass and iron bed finished in black with straight brass top rail, caps and knobs, and decorative castings, adapted from an original Victorian bed, circa 1890. This bed accepts ...
Brass, Iron
Brass and Iron Bed in Cream, MK78
Located in Wrexham, GB
This fine brass and iron bed in cream with straight brass top rails has attractive castings. The bed accepts a 60 inch wide American queen-size or British king-size base and mattr...
Brass, Iron
Brass and Iron Bed in Cream, MK94
Located in Wrexham, GB
A brass and iron bed finished in cream with a curved brass top rail and simple castings. This bed accepts an American Queen or British king-size (60 inches, 5ft or 150cm) base and...
Brass, Iron
Matching Pair of Twin Brass Beds MPS20
Located in Wrexham, GB
A fine pair of Edwardian brass beds manufactured by Maples. These beds accept single 3 ft wide (36 inches or 90 cm) bases and mattresses. The price is for the bed frame alone. The ...
Brass, Iron
Wide Brass and Iron Bed in Black
Located in Wrexham, GB
A Victorian brass and iron bed in black in the British king-size or American Queen size. The price is for the bed alone, the base, mattress and bedding is extra and can be provide...
Brass, Iron
Brass and Iron Bed in Cream - MK68
Located in Wrexham, GB
This classical style brass and iron bed has a curved brass top rail and is finished in cream. The bed accepts a British king-size (5ft wide, 60 in or 150 cm) or American queen-siz...
Brass, Iron
Brass and Iron Victorian Bed in Black
Located in Wrexham, GB
This original brass and iron Victorian bed has large brass rosette decoration on the foot board and unusual brass knobs and collars. All the brass is original with a mellow tone. ...
Brass, Iron, Steel
Brass and Iron Bed in Black, MK113
Located in Wrexham, GB
A brass and iron bed adapted from an original Victorian frame and finished in black, with ornate castings and brass straight top rail. This bed accepts a 60 inch wide British king...
Brass, Iron
Wide Cream Bed with Brass Rosette Decoration
Located in Wrexham, GB
A fine decorative brass and iron bed adapted from an original Victorian frame, circa 1890. This bed accepts a British super king or Californian king, 72 inches wide (6ft or 180cm)...
Brass, Iron, Steel
Brass and Iron Bed in Cream, MK131
Located in Wrexham, GB
A brass and iron bed finished in cream with curved brass top rails and art nouveau style mouldings, adapted from an original Victorian frame, circa 1895. This bed accepts a British ...
Brass, Iron
Austrian Bentwood Queen Sized Bed by Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1900
Located in Miami, FL
Designed by J & J Kohn, this mahogany stained bentwood bed features curved head and footboards swelling with decorative scroll form tendrils. J & J Kohn, No. 876, 1900 Catalog. He...
Bentwood
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$6,972 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Hardwood
French Metal Canopy Bed, King
Located in Westwood, NJ
French Metal Canopy Bed, King Size, with a bronze finish metal canopy frame with a padded upholstered headboard in a neutral linen fabric. The frame with finials, square posts, and r...
Metal
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
$15,439 / item
H 32.68 in W 110.24 in D 40.56 in
Art Deco Sofa by Munna Design Studio with Velvet Upholstery
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
Velvet
$2,842
H 10.75 in W 5.25 in D 4.4 in
Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style
By Victor Horta
Located in Lisse, NL
Top condition and pure elegance Art Nouveau vase. For the collectors of museum quality and condition Art Nouveau ceramics. This stunning Art Nouveau vase is decorated with the mos...
Bronze
A pair of French Louis XV style walnut twin beds, C. 1900.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This pair will add warmth to your children's room or a guest room! Dating to the early 20th-century, these bed frames are crafted with classic European proportions and include a be...
Wood, Walnut
Louis XVI Style Sofa
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
Louis XVI style canape made by La Maison London. Hand carved in solid wood, painted in an ecru white with gold highlights. Upholstered in a fabric of your choice Please note: 11m of...
Giltwood
$14,950 / item
H 33.08 in W 115.36 in D 61.82 in
1950's Style Curved Velvet Sofa in Custom Velvet Colors
Located in New York, NY
The Sofa inspires itself nature where green is the predominant element and where valleys and hills prevail. The item’s details allow it to be the perfect statement piece for any cont...
Velvet, Walnut
French Louis XV Style Painted Queen Size Bed circa 1950
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A French Louis XV style painted Queen size bed , cabriole legs, circa 1950. Interior Dimensions: 55.5"W x 77"D This bed is smaller than todays queen size. Often times old "quee...
Wood
Councill Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Queen Size Poster Bed
By Councill
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian style four poster queen size bed frame By Councill Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Carved mahogany, with brass accents. Measures: 64"W x 88"D x 86.75"H. ...
Brass
Majestic Baroque Bed in the Style of Louis XVI
Located in Berlin, DE
Majestic Baroque bed in the style of Louis XVI. Solid beech wood, finely carved, colored and gilded. Low foot and high headboard, double braided, curved backrest framing. Openwork...
Beech
A Pair of French Louis XV Style Painted Twin Beds, C. 1940
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Each bed features a painted frame with scrolling rococo-style carvings, including cabriole feet, shaped rails, and floral accents typical of the Louis XV revival. Both the headboard ...
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
1930s French Art Deco Painted Wrought Iron Full Size Bed Frame
Located in Astoria, NY
A charming 1930s French Art Deco full-size bed frame, sourced from Provence, France. Crafted from solid wrought iron, it features painted geometric designs that culminate in an elega...
Wrought Iron
We find relaxation and solace in our bedrooms, which are often the most cherished rooms of a home. Your antique, new or vintage bed and bed frame are integral to this oasis of personal comfort.
Beds and bed frames have long been an important part of the sanctuary that is the bedroom. For the upper class in countries such as England, the massive, costly beds of the 16th and 17th centuries were decorative and of the poster variety. Some were characterized by large painted wooden headboards, often made of oak, that featured ornate carvings and richly colored curtains affixed to each of the two or four posts — think of today’s sumptuous upholstered headboards as a distant cousin to these luxurious furnishings. The heavy fabric curtains were drawn across a fringed canopy to close out the sunlight that might’ve warmed your grandiose and opulent bedchambers. This feature could also offer privacy as desired, because, as we all know, a bedroom is for more than just sleeping.
Coiled springs didn’t make their way into mattresses until the 1800s, which likely made for a far more comfortable night’s sleep for many. Bed frames of cast iron and brass were introduced during the mid- to late-19th century. Later, the 20th century brought with it marvelous innovations for slumberland, among them daybeds from the likes of George Nelson and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich as well as convertible sofa beds.
Today, you will find a range of beds geared toward your individual personality and preferred style of decor. When shopping for a bed and bed frame, keep in mind that you’ve got options. Sizes range from twin to California king. At 76 inches wide and 80 inches long, a king-size bed is roughly 16 inches wider than a queen-size mattress, and your bed frame will likely add two to five inches to each side. (The California king bed is 84 inches long.)
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