Pair of Chinese Canopy Bed Curtain Hooks with Money Toads
Located in Chicago, IL
open the gauzy curtains of traditional canopy beds. Each of the large hooks is affixed to an etching of
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20th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork
Materials
Brass
Chinese Canopy Bed
Chinese Lattice Canopy Bed, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
A Chinese canopy bed, or marriage bed, was the most important part of a bride's dowry and was the
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Materials
Elm
19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed
Located in Marbella, ES
This is a wonderful example of a canopy bed from Shanghai Province, China. Made of Chinese Northern
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Gold Leaf
Antique Chinese Carved Canopy Bed with Alcove
Located in Buffalo, NY
Mid to late 19th century, elaborately carved, antique Chinese bed Chambers was used to greet
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Lacquer, Wood
Chinese Woven Top Canopy Bed, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
A Chinese canopy bed was typically part of a bride's dowry or a gift to a courtesan. It grew to be
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Daybeds
Materials
Rattan, Elm
Monumental Vintage Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Canopy Regency Queen bed frame
$4,950
H 83 in W 70 in D 88 in
Monumental Vintage Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Canopy Regency Queen bed frame
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
An incredible monumental queen size true bamboo canopy bed frame. This is truly a show piece and
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Vintage 1980s American Adirondack Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Bamboo
Important and Rare Canopy Bed of the Guangxu Reign
Located in Madrid, ES
Important and rare canopy bed. In 19th century tamarind, of the Guangxu reign (1875-1908
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wood
Chinese Red Lacquer Canopy Bed with Footrest, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
A Chinese canopy bed, or marriage bed, was the most important part of a bride's dowry and was the
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Materials
Elm, Reed
Late 19th Century Canopy Bed from Shanxi, China
Located in Singapore, SG
An antique canopy bed from Shanxi province made of Elm wood. This bed has all the attention focused
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Elm
19th Century Chinese Day Bed
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful 19th century Canopy Top Chinese Day Bed. Worn red lacquer over Elm wood having a rich
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Materials
Elm
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19th. Century Chinese Canopy Bed
Located in Gravenmoer, NL
19th century Chinese canopy bed. Qing Dynasty [1644-1912 ] in Elm Wood.
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture
Materials
Elm
Antique Carved and Lacquered Chinese Canopy Bed, Qing Dynasty
Unavailable
H 84.65 in W 91.74 in D 58.67 in
Antique Carved and Lacquered Chinese Canopy Bed, Qing Dynasty
Located in Vigevano, IT
Rare canopy bed from Fujian, China. Totally lacquered with rhus verniciflua, friezes and paintings
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities
Materials
Elm
Chinese Carved and Lacquered Canopy Bed
Located in Vigevano, IT
On can see the beauty of this canopy bed at the first side. An elegant piece whose harmony is
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Qing Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Elm
19th Century Chinese Red Lacquered Opium Canopy Bed
Located in Richmond, VA
Opt for drama with this late 19th century Chinese opium canopy bed, crafted of elmwood. The
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Antique 19th Century Asian Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Cane, Wood, Elm, Giltwood, Lacquer
19th Century Ornate Chinese Red Lacquered Opium Canopy Bed
Located in Richmond, VA
Opt for drama with this late 19th century Chinese opium canopy bed, crafted of elmwood. The
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Giltwood, Mother-of-Pearl, Cane, Wood, Elm
Antique Chinese Six Post Canopy Bed in Solid Ju Mu, Chinoserie, Suzhou
Unavailable
H 87 in W 87 in D 44 in
Antique Chinese Six Post Canopy Bed in Solid Ju Mu, Chinoserie, Suzhou
Located in 10 Chater Road, HK
The bed bse frame enclosing a cane top and decorated with wrapped-around lipped molded edges and
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Antique Chinese Opium Bed or Wedding Daybed with Carved Wood Canopy, circa 1850
Unavailable
H 77.5 in W 77 in D 34 in
Antique Chinese Opium Bed or Wedding Daybed with Carved Wood Canopy, circa 1850
Located in Birmingham, AL
Red muted lacquer finish on this antique Chinese opium bed or wedding daybed with carved wood
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Daybeds
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Six Posted Canopy Bed with Carved Fretwork Railings circa 1800 Suzhou Double Bed
Unavailable
H 90.5 in W 89 in D 65 in
Six Posted Canopy Bed with Carved Fretwork Railings circa 1800 Suzhou Double Bed
Located in 10 Chater Road, HK
Fine six-posted canopy bed. The bed base with a rounded-front edged frame and a caned top
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Ming Furniture
Materials
Wood
19th Century Chinese Canopy Bed
Located in Chicago, IL
A 19th century Chinese canopy bed with scrolling vine lattice side rails and woven reed seat.
Category
Antique 19th Century Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Elm
Early 19th Century Cracked Ice Chinese Canopy Bed
Located in Chicago, IL
Chinese canopy bed from c.1900 with cracked ice pattern made a Chinese Southern Elmwood and a
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Daybeds
Early 20th Century Chinese Canopy Bed
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful red canopy bed from Northern China. This bed is made of Chinese Northern Elm and has
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Beds and Bed Frames
Ornate Chinese Canopy Bed, c. 1750
Located in Chicago, IL
A Chinese canopy bed, or marriage bed, was the most important part of a bride's dowry and was the
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Daybeds
Materials
Elm, Chenille, Paint
Large Red Lacquered Chinese Bed with Canopy
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Probably elm construction; doweled and jointed throughout; rectangular shape; canopy with flat dust
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Beds and Bed Frames
Exceptional Chinese Carved Polychrome Elmwood Canopy Wedding Bed
Located in Milford, NH
An impressive Chinese canopy wedding bed with pierce carved polychrome and gilt panels and supports
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Elm
Queen Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Vintage Metal Canopy Bed Chinoiserie Bed
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H 85 in W 61 in L 85 in
Queen Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Vintage Metal Canopy Bed Chinoiserie Bed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Amazing vintage faux bamboo, Hollywood Regency, Chinese Chippendale, queen size metal canopy bed
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20th Century American Chinese Export Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Bamboo Canopy Bed
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Stand out queen size midcentury canopy bed crafted in bamboo wrapped with reed in a dynamic Chinese
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20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Bamboo
Chinese Chippendale Rattan Bamboo Queen Canopy Bed, Palm Beach Style
Located in Bradenton, FL
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chippendale Queen Size Rattan and Bamboo Canopy Bed in the Brighton
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Rare Chinese Ming Dynasty Huanghuali Six Post Canopy Bed
Located in Pemberton, NJ
RARE CHINESE MING DYNASTY HUANGHUALI SIX POST CANOPY BED . THIS PIECE WAS ONCE OWNED BY MADAME
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Beds and Bed Frames
Vintage Chinese Chippendale Rattan Bamboo Canopy Bed Headboard Queen Palm Beach
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H 84 in W 65 in D 86.5 in
Vintage Chinese Chippendale Rattan Bamboo Canopy Bed Headboard Queen Palm Beach
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Amazing vintage rattan Chinese Chippendale canopy bed. Queen Size. 6 pieces come together for
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Vintage 1970s American Chinese Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Rattan
Rattan Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Queen Canopy Bed Headboard Palm Beach
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Amazing vintage Chinese Chippendale rattan queen-size canopy bed. Bed comes apart in four sections
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames
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Chinese Chippendale Vintage King-Size Canopy Bed Faux Bamboo Metal, Palm Beach
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H 85 in W 77 in D 84 in
Chinese Chippendale Vintage King-Size Canopy Bed Faux Bamboo Metal, Palm Beach
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
metal canopy bed. Queen size is also available. Perfect for that tropical Palm Beach look!
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20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Metal
Vintage Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Queen Size Canopy Bed Headboard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage faux bamboo queen Size canopy bed. Includes headboard, footboard, side rails and top
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Faux Bamboo
19th Century Chinese Painted Bed Canopy
Located in Chicago, IL
auspicious fruits at each corner. This canopy is made of painted spruce and is from Shanxi Province, China.
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Paintings
Materials
Spruce
Chinese Gilt Carved Bed Panel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
cabinet or canopy bed. Set within a mica-encrusted square frame, the carving depicts several figures in
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinese Gilt Carved Bed Panel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
canopy bed. Set within a mica-encrusted rectangular frame, the carving depicts a scene of scholarly
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinese Gilt Carved Bed Panel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
canopy bed. Set within a mica-encrusted rectangular frame, the carving depicts a battle between several
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinese Gilt Carved Bed Panel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
canopy bed. Set within a mica-encrusted square frame, the carving depicts several figures in motion
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
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
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Antique Early 1900s English Chinese Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass
Chinese Chippendale Bamboo Canopy Queen Size Bed Frame
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A dramatic queen size bamboo bed frame with a bold look. Made with the highest quality construction
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Early 20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames
Elegant Red Lacquer Canopy Bed
Located in Greenwich, CT
Elegant red Lacquer Canopy Bed, 19th century, with intricate pierce carving on the top frame and
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Beds and Bed Frames
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Giltwood, Lacquer
Chinese Chippendale Canopy Vintage Queen Size Rattan Bed Headboard Palm Beach
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Chinese Chippendale Canopy Vintage Queen Size Rattan Bed Headboard Palm Beach
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Absolutely breathless vintage Hollywood Regency canopy bed! Queen-size faux bamboo canopy bed. This
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20th Century American Chinese Export Beds and Bed Frames
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Faux Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
Late 20th Century Vintage Coastal Chinese Chippendale King Canopy Bed
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Late 20th Century Vintage Coastal Chinese Chippendale King Canopy Bed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning vintage Boho King canopy bed. A chic faux finished metal frame in a Chinese Chippendale
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Late 20th Century American Beds and Bed Frames
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Metal
Chinoiserie Chinese Elm Wedding Opium Canopy Queen Bed Hand Carved Asian Design
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Chinoiserie Chinese Elm Wedding Opium Canopy Queen Bed Hand Carved Asian Design
Located in Topeka, KS
Phenomenal vintage chinoiserie Chinese Wedding opium canopy bed comprised of Chinese elm and all
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Beds and Bed Frames
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Wood, Giltwood
Vintage Chinoiserie Hand Carved Canopy Daybed Style of Chinese Wedding Bed
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Vintage Chinoiserie Hand Carved Canopy Daybed Style of Chinese Wedding Bed
Located in Topeka, KS
Magnificent vintage Chinoiserie hand carved canopy daybed in the style of a Chinese wedding bed
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20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass
Pair of Chinese Red Lacquer Carved Panels, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
century, the panels may have originally been an architectural element or part of a Chinese canopy bed
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Wall-mounted Sculptures
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Wood
The Irish Country House, First Edition
By James Peill
Located in valatie, NY
china, canopy beds, cabbage-rose slip-covers and Gothic windows. The book tells the story of the homes
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21st Century and Contemporary American Books
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Vintage Chinese Miniature Canopy Bed
Located in Chicago, IL
. The bed was made in Northern China out of Huanghuali, a wood prized by furniture makers for its
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Materials
Rosewood
Ancient Canopy Bed, China
Located in Vigevano, IT
Ancient Chinese canopy bed made of elmwood. A piece of rare beauty decorated with friezes and
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Elm
Wedding Canopy Bed
Located in San Francisco, CA
Elegant hand-carved wedding canopy bed with auspicious bat designs symbolizing long life and
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture
Materials
Elm
19th Century Chinese Red Lacquered Opium Canopy Bed
Located in Richmond, VA
Opt for drama with this late 19th century Chinese opium canopy bed, crafted of elmwood. The
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities
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Jumu Six-Post Canopy Bed
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
A hand carved Jumu six-post canopy bed. Produced in 1820, early Qing dynasty. From the Jiangsu
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Antique 1820s Chinese Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Rosewood
Antique Red Lacquer Gilt Six-Posted Carved Canopy Wedding Bed, Chinoiserie
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H 86 in W 85 in D 64 in
Antique Red Lacquer Gilt Six-Posted Carved Canopy Wedding Bed, Chinoiserie
Located in 10 Chater Road, HK
The double bed bases joint in the middle as one, the frames enclosing the hard cane top, aprons and
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
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Antique Red Lacquer Gilt Six-Posted Carved Canopy Wedding Bed, Chinoiserie
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Antique Red Lacquer Gilt Six-Posted Carved Canopy Wedding Bed, Chinoiserie
Located in 10 Chater Road, HK
The double bed bases joint in the middle as one, the frames enclosing the hard cane top, aprons and
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Materials
Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer
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Chinese Canopy Bed For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Chinese canopy bed you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A Chinese canopy bed — often made from wood, bamboo and elm — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Chinese canopy bed, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right Chinese canopy bed, those designed in Hollywood Regency styles are of considerable interest.
How Much is a Chinese Canopy Bed?
The average selling price for a Chinese canopy bed at 1stDibs is $8,800, while they’re typically $680 on the low end and $42,800 for the highest priced.
Questions About Chinese Canopy Bed
- What are Chinese beds called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In the northern part of China, the kang or the bed-stove was created. It’s a platform that’s used for sleeping, but can be for entertaining or working. The bed-stove is made of bricks with an interior that channels heat from a fireplace or a cooking fire under the bed for warmth. On 1stDibs, find a collection of beds and other furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What are canopy beds for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Canopy beds were traditionally used to retain warmth at bedtime and create a sense of privacy within the bed, though now are popular for their luxurious design. Canopy beds usually have four posters and draped fabric over the top and sides.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To make a canopy for your bed, extend the four posts of your frame using metal or wood. You can then use drapes or fabric to create the canopy. Alternatively, buy your own by shopping a collection of canopy beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The canopy above a bed is called a tester. Antique testers were most often made of wood. Contemporary testers may also be made of metal, or simply draped cloth. There are also half-size testers that cover the upper half of the bed. On 1stDibs, find an array of canopy beds featuring testers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A canopy over a bed is called a canopy bed. This type of bed is very similar to a 4-poster bed. Decorative fabric is draped upon the upper spaced between the posts.
- Are canopy beds still made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, canopy beds are still made. A canopy bed features four posts, one at each corner, and affixed to the top of the post is a canopy. The canopy is frequently made of fabric, but it can be made of wood or another solid object and carved to look like fabric. Shop a collection of antique and contemporary canopy beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Canopy beds were initially designed to conserve warmth and to offer privacy. Now, the four-poster frame offers plentiful design opportunities, from classic drapes to dramatic tassels. Shop a collection of canopy beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A four poster bed features four posts, one at each corner. A canopy bed also has four posts, one at each corner, but a canopy bed is covered with a cloth of some sort. They can look similar except for the canopy on top. However, canopy posts are often built differently than four poster beds so they can accommodate the fabric. Shop a collection of four poster and canopy beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Chinese marriage bed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Chinese marriage bed may refer to the matrimonial bed ceremony. Also known as An Chuang, the ceremony is a Chinese wedding custom where couples set up and decorate a bed prior to their wedding and is believed to symbolize harmony in the marriage. Shop a selection of antique marriage beds on 1stDibs.
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