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Distressed Paint Decorated Carved King Size Headboard
Distressed Paint Decorated Carved King Size Headboard

Distressed Paint Decorated Carved King Size Headboard

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Vintage paint decorated king size headboard with a central fluted flowering urn. The urn flanked by

Category

20th Century Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Sage Green Damask Upholstered Distressed White Painted King Size Headboard
Sage Green Damask Upholstered Distressed White Painted King Size Headboard

Sage Green Damask Upholstered Distressed White Painted King Size Headboard

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

king size headboard. Featuring a beautifully distressed white painted frame, this piece embodies the

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Vintage French Rococo Distressed Cream Painted Queen Size Wood Bed Headboard
Vintage French Rococo Distressed Cream Painted Queen Size Wood Bed Headboard

Vintage French Rococo Distressed Cream Painted Queen Size Wood Bed Headboard

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Vintage French Rococo Distressed Cream Painted Queen Size Wood Bed Headboard. Circa Mid 20th Century

Category

Mid-20th Century Rococo Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Bed Headboard Bedframe Wood Edge Trim Distressed Paint Leather or Fabric
Bed Headboard Bedframe Wood Edge Trim Distressed Paint Leather or Fabric

Bed Headboard Bedframe Wood Edge Trim Distressed Paint Leather or Fabric

By sicis

Located in London, GB

Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Leather, Paint, Wood

Modern Campaign Henredon Black Lacquered Modular King Bed w/Side Cabinets
Modern Campaign Henredon Black Lacquered Modular King Bed w/Side Cabinets

Modern Campaign Henredon Black Lacquered Modular King Bed w/Side Cabinets

$6,996Sale Price / set|30% Off

H 84.75 in W 136 in D 30 in

Modern Campaign Henredon Black Lacquered Modular King Bed w/Side Cabinets

By Henredon

Located in Topeka, KS

composed of 5 black lacquered pieces with an original slightly distressed finish including a headboard with

Category

Late 20th Century American Campaign Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

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French Bed in Grey Velvet Cottage Chic Farmhouse Provincial, Louis Style

French Bed in Grey Velvet Cottage Chic Farmhouse Provincial, Louis Style

Located in Glendale, CA

The bed is made from solid wood with beautiful carvings. It is newly finished in a distressed grey

Category

Late 20th Century Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Antique French Louis XVI Style Distressed Green Queen Upholstered Bed Headboard
Antique French Louis XVI Style Distressed Green Queen Upholstered Bed Headboard

Antique French Louis XVI Style Distressed Green Queen Upholstered Bed Headboard

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique French Louis XVI Style Distressed Mint Green Painted Queen Size Upholstered Bed Headboard

Category

Early 20th Century Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Pair of Distressed White Painted Louis XVI Twin Size Headboards or Daybed
Pair of Distressed White Painted Louis XVI Twin Size Headboards or Daybed

Pair of Distressed White Painted Louis XVI Twin Size Headboards or Daybed

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a pair of gorgeous French Louis XVI style painted headboards that can be used as twin beds

Category

Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Daybeds

Materials

Beech

Italian Carved Headboard of Carved Face circa 1900
Italian Carved Headboard of Carved Face circa 1900

Italian Carved Headboard of Carved Face circa 1900

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Italian carved headboard with distressed finish. Carved face with acanthus leaves throughout.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood, Paint

Signed Maison Jansen Louis XV Carved Painted Headboard and Footboard circa 1900
Signed Maison Jansen Louis XV Carved Painted Headboard and Footboard circa 1900

Signed Maison Jansen Louis XV Carved Painted Headboard and Footboard circa 1900

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a beautiful heavily distressed antique painted headboard and footboard. There are no rails

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Union National Chinoiserie Fretwork King Headboard Black Floral Design Distress
Union National Chinoiserie Fretwork King Headboard Black Floral Design Distress

Union National Chinoiserie Fretwork King Headboard Black Floral Design Distress

By Union National

Located in Topeka, KS

headboard plus it has an all-over intentional beautiful, distressed patina which is signed Dimas. The front

Category

Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood, Paint

Circa 1920's French Carved and Distress Painted Queen Size Bed Headboard
Circa 1920's French Carved and Distress Painted Queen Size Bed Headboard

Circa 1920's French Carved and Distress Painted Queen Size Bed Headboard

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Beautifully Carved French Headboard circa 1920. This wonderful Queen Size Headboard features finely

Category

Early 20th Century French Country Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

French Louis XVI Style Twin Size Bed Frame by Jansen
French Louis XVI Style Twin Size Bed Frame by Jansen

French Louis XVI Style Twin Size Bed Frame by Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in Manhasset, NY

French Louis XVI style distressed twin size bed frame, headboard, foot board, and rails

Category

Vintage 1950s French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Margot Caned Headboard
Margot Caned Headboard

Margot Caned Headboard

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H 45 in W 67 in

Margot Caned Headboard

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage reproduction headboard features lightly distressed cream paint, caned back and acorn finial

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood, Cane

Late 20th Century French Country Whitewashed Distressed Queen Size Sleigh Bed
Late 20th Century French Country Whitewashed Distressed Queen Size Sleigh Bed

Late 20th Century French Country Whitewashed Distressed Queen Size Sleigh Bed

Located in Charlotte, NC

. Solid hardwood with a distressed and whitewashed finish. Headboard, footboard, clip held side rails and

Category

Late 20th Century American French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood, Paint

Late 20th Century Black Distressed Transitional Queen Four Poster Canopy Bed
Late 20th Century Black Distressed Transitional Queen Four Poster Canopy Bed

Late 20th Century Black Distressed Transitional Queen Four Poster Canopy Bed

Located in Charlotte, NC

a black painted distressed finish, arched paneled headboard, four turned posts with fluting capped

Category

Late 20th Century Indonesian Other Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood, Paint

Beautiful Pair of Antiques French Louis XV Beds
Beautiful Pair of Antiques French Louis XV Beds

Beautiful Pair of Antiques French Louis XV Beds

Located in Los Angeles, CA

gray color with a distressed finish. The headboards have been recently upholstered with an off white

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Fabric, Linen, Walnut

French 19th Century Empire Daybed
French 19th Century Empire Daybed

French 19th Century Empire Daybed

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H 31 in W 85 in D 43 in

French 19th Century Empire Daybed

Located in Los Angeles, CA

an oyster color & is accentuated with navy blue molding accents details with a distressed finish and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Mohair, Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Polyester, Wood, Paint

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Japanese Carved and Lacquered Shibayama Cabinet, Meiji Period
Japanese Carved and Lacquered Shibayama Cabinet, Meiji Period

Japanese Carved and Lacquered Shibayama Cabinet, Meiji Period

Located in San Francisco, CA

An elaborate and finely detailed carved wood, and gold lacquered Shibayama cabinet (Chigaidansu). Having beautifully applied semi-precious stone and mother of pearl decoration of flo...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Carved Limestone Garden Bench with Fleur-de-Lis and Griffin of Florence, Italy
Carved Limestone Garden Bench with Fleur-de-Lis and Griffin of Florence, Italy

Carved Limestone Garden Bench with Fleur-de-Lis and Griffin of Florence, Italy

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… Capable of seating three adults, this limestone garden bench is adorned with a fleur de lis coat of arms and griffin armrests. Hand-carved in Florence...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stone, Limestone

19th Century Rococo Style Wide Marquise Chair
19th Century Rococo Style Wide Marquise Chair

19th Century Rococo Style Wide Marquise Chair

$1,910

H 34.65 in W 37.8 in D 26.38 in

19th Century Rococo Style Wide Marquise Chair

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This exquisite antique chair is a French Louis XV style ‘Bergère Marquise’ in the Rococo tradition, dating from circa 1890-1900. The chair is meticulously crafted from gilded wood, s...

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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Bergere Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Parisian Marquetry and Gilt Bronze Bed by Au Gros Chêne
Antique Parisian Marquetry and Gilt Bronze Bed by Au Gros Chêne

Antique Parisian Marquetry and Gilt Bronze Bed by Au Gros Chêne

By Au Gros Chene

Located in London, GB

Antique Parisian Marquetry and gilt bronze bed by Au Gros Chêne French, late 19th century Dimensions: Height 127cm, width 167cm, depth 212cm This elegant bed is designed in the ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Ormolu

Lit De Marriage Bed, Made in the LXV Style, Finished in Rose and Silver
Lit De Marriage Bed, Made in the LXV Style, Finished in Rose and Silver

Lit De Marriage Bed, Made in the LXV Style, Finished in Rose and Silver

By La Maison London

Located in London, Park Royal

The Lit De Marriage Bed, hand carved in the Louis XV style has been modelled after one of our original pieces from the 1800s which was made in the French tradition of having a piece ...

Category

2010s English Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Antique French Louis XVI Fireplace Mantel
Antique French Louis XVI Fireplace Mantel

Antique French Louis XVI Fireplace Mantel

$8,213

H 43.71 in W 61.62 in D 12.6 in

Antique French Louis XVI Fireplace Mantel

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

Antique French Louis XVI Fireplace Mantel. A nice style correct Louis XVI Fireplace from Paris in France. The profiled topshelf has a nice subtle rounded shape above the paneled ...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Marble

Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Drop Front Secretary Desk With Bookcase Hutch
Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Drop Front Secretary Desk With Bookcase Hutch

Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Drop Front Secretary Desk With Bookcase Hutch

By Jasper Furniture Company

Located in Elkhart, IN

A gorgeous Georgian Chinoiserie style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top In the manner of Jasper Furniture Company USA, Late 20th Century Black lacquered...

Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Gold Upholstered Sofa Canape
Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Gold Upholstered Sofa Canape

Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Gold Upholstered Sofa Canape

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Gold Upholstered Sofa Canape. Item features beautifully carved floral accents, scroll work arms, and six cabriole legs, as well as a nice ...

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Chinese Lacquer Wedding Bed
19th Century Chinese Lacquer Wedding Bed

19th Century Chinese Lacquer Wedding Bed

$12,000

H 82.5 in W 86 in D 54 in

19th Century Chinese Lacquer Wedding Bed

Located in Dallas, TX

Chinese wedding bed in red lacquer and hand cards details. Has a new mattress (not shown).

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Gold Leaf

19th Century French Arm Chair
19th Century French Arm Chair

19th Century French Arm Chair

$2,950

H 44 in W 27.75 in D 28.25 in

19th Century French Arm Chair

Located in Atlanta, GA

This 19th-century French armchair exemplifies refined craftsmanship and timeless design, showcasing the elegance of Louis XV or Rococo-inspired styles. The solid wood frame, likely w...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Chinese Craved Hardwood Coffee Table, Early 20th Century, China
Chinese Craved Hardwood Coffee Table, Early 20th Century, China

Chinese Craved Hardwood Coffee Table, Early 20th Century, China

Located in Austin, TX

A handsome Chinese carved hardwood coffee table with a design of dragons, Republic Period, early 20th century, circa 1920, China. The table well-proportioned and well-carved. The to...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

French Louis XV Style Oval Table with Marble Top
French Louis XV Style Oval Table with Marble Top

French Louis XV Style Oval Table with Marble Top

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Carved Wood, Original Marble Stone

Category

Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Antique Chinese Cabinet in Elm with Carved Scenes of Four Seasons & Ebonizing
Antique Chinese Cabinet in Elm with Carved Scenes of Four Seasons & Ebonizing

Antique Chinese Cabinet in Elm with Carved Scenes of Four Seasons & Ebonizing

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A lovely Chinese cabinet in elm with four doors whose panels show a carved scene of vegetation representing each of the four seasons in relief. The amber color of the wood, as well a...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Elm

19th Century Chinese Altar Table
19th Century Chinese Altar Table

19th Century Chinese Altar Table

$3,150Sale Price|25% Off

H 35 in W 48 in D 17 in

19th Century Chinese Altar Table

Located in New York, NY

Imperial 19th Century Carved Wine Table raised on stand with three drawers. Exceptional table having scalloped apron with carved spandrels and carved Rams legs front set on stand of...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Console Tables

Materials

Elm

20th century wood-carved Louis XV style console with marble top, France
20th century wood-carved Louis XV style console with marble top, France

20th century wood-carved Louis XV style console with marble top, France

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 1970 / console / wood, marble /Louis XV / baroque / mid-century A large gilted Louis XV style carved console table with beautiful green marble sculpted top. Crafted in Fra...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Louis XV Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Set of 8x French Style Painted & Carved Wood Dining Chairs
Set of 8x French Style Painted & Carved Wood Dining Chairs

Set of 8x French Style Painted & Carved Wood Dining Chairs

$1,750 / set

H 41.5 in W 26.5 in D 25 in

Set of 8x French Style Painted & Carved Wood Dining Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Painted Wood, Original Fabric Style: French Antique

Category

Vintage 1950s American Other Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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Distressed Headboards For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of distressed headboards available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct distressed headboards — often made from wood, fabric and linen — can elevate any home. Find 61 antique and vintage distressed headboards at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Distressed headboards have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Distressed headboards bearing Louis XVI or Louis XV hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Drexel, Franklin Shockey Company and La Maison London each produced beautiful distressed headboards that are worth considering.

Finding the Right Beds And Bed Frames for You

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.)

From dramatic bedroom designs to uncomplicated, minimalist approaches, the bedroom has evolved into the haven that it should be: a peaceful place of respite, where we begin and end every day. Take the time to create your very own oasis — you deserve it. Rest easy with an expansive collection of antique, new and vintage beds and bed frames available on 1stDibs.

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