Is it a four-post bed or four-poster bed?

References show that in the 14th and 15th centuries, “four-post” was the correct terminology. However, today it is considered correct to say “four-poster”. You can find a range of vintage and antique four-poster beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the point of a four-poster bed?

Today, the point of a four-poster bed is largely stylistic. People place them in bedrooms due to their elegant decorative appearance. Historically, four-poster beds featured heavy curtains that blocked light, preserved privacy and provided warmth in the winter. You'll find a selection of four-poster beds on 1stDibs.

What is a tester on a four poster bed?

The tester on a four poster bed is the canopy over the bed. It was usually made of wood and could be covered with cloth. It provided privacy and helped enclose the bed, making it easier to heat the bed area. On 1stDibs, find an array of vintage and contemporary four-poster beds.

What is the difference between a canopy bed and a four poster bed?

A 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 the top of a four-poster bed called?

Across the top of older four-poster beds was a wooden rail that was called the tester. The tester often held a rail where curtains were attached that could be pulled closed. Shop a collection of four-poster beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How do I make a four-poster bed modern?

You can make a four-poster bed modern in a number of ways. Try refinishing it with matte spray paint or covering the headboard with fabric or wallpaper. You can also hang fabric in contemporary prints from the frame as a canopy. You'll find a collection of four-poster beds on 1stDibs.

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Paul Evans Cityscape Bed

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Mahogany Headboard

Solid Brass Bed

19th Century King Bed

Poster Headboard

Colonial Turned-Post Four-Poster King Bed

$7,362 / item

H 82.63 in W 81.5 in D 88.5 in

Colonial Turned-Post Four-Poster King Bed

By Jonathan Charles

Located in Westwood, NJ

sense of lasting quality. This four-poster bed brings historical charm to any bedroom, fitting well in

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Rustic Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Coastal Mid-Century Modern Oak Four-Poster King Bed

$3,789Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 90 in W 81.5 in D 86.5 in

Coastal Mid-Century Modern Oak Four-Poster King Bed

By Theodore Alexander

Located in Westwood, NJ

Handcrafted from oak, this bed pairs mid-century elegance with coastal ease. The frame’s clean

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed...

Materials

Fabric, Wood

George III Mahogany and Gilt Four Post King Bed

$20,397 / item

H 97.5 in W 86 in D 88.25 in

George III Mahogany and Gilt Four Post King Bed

Located in Westwood, NJ

A carved mahogany, flame mahogany veneered and parcel gilt four poster King bed, the arched

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese George III Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

King Size Mahogany Four Poster Bed

$4,345 / item

H 94 in W 83 in D 89 in

King Size Mahogany Four Poster Bed

Located in Annville, PA

A beautiful King Size Mahogany Four Poster Bed. A high quality King Size Bed with Hand Carved Flame

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2010s Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Colonial Turned-Post Four-Poster California King Bed

$7,734 / item

H 82.63 in W 77.5 in D 92.5 in

Colonial Turned-Post Four-Poster California King Bed

Located in Westwood, NJ

sturdy frame gives a sense of lasting quality. This four-poster bed brings historical charm to any

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Rustic Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

John Dickinson ‘Twig’ King Size Four Poster Bed

$76,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 88 in W 82 in D 90 in

John Dickinson ‘Twig’ King Size Four Poster Bed

By John Dickinson

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

John Dickinson ‘Twig’ King Size Four Poster Bed John Dickinson (1919–1982) USA, circa 1970’s Two

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20th Century American Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Plaster, Wood, Paint

Gustavian Cream Painted Four Poster Bed, US King

$7,365 / item

H 91 in W 80 in D 90 in

Gustavian Cream Painted Four Poster Bed, US King

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Modern Gustavian Cream Painted Four Poster Bed. A wonderful combination of antique Gustavian

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Gustavian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Gustavian Grey Painted Four Poster Bed, US King

$7,419 / item

H 91 in W 80 in D 90 in

Gustavian Grey Painted Four Poster Bed, US King

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Modern Gustavian Grey Painted Four Poster Bed. A wonderful combination of antique Gustavian

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Gustavian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Carved 'Limestone' Painted Four Poster King Size Bed

$10,527 / item

H 90.5 in W 86 in D 88.25 in

Carved 'Limestone' Painted Four Poster King Size Bed

Located in Westwood, NJ

A finely carved mahogany and 'limestone' painted four-poster king-size bed, the serpentine arched

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Pace Collection 9964-1 Chrome Four Poster King Canopy Bed

$6,490

H 84 in W 82 in D 84 in

Pace Collection 9964-1 Chrome Four Poster King Canopy Bed

By Pace Collection

Located in Hanover, MA

Pace Collection 9964-1 chrome four-poster king size canopy bed. Dimensions shown are external, edge

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Vintage 1970s American Space Age Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Steel, Chrome

John Dickinson King Size Four-Poster Bed from the Firehouse

$50,925

H 140 in W 74 in D 90 in

John Dickinson King Size Four-Poster Bed from the Firehouse

By John Dickinson

Located in Chicago, IL

John Dickinson king size four poster bed from the firehouse Hand carved and stained mahogany

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Vintage 1970s American Early Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

King Ebony Stained Maple Four Poster Cannonball Bed with Panel Headboard

$8,481 / item

H 57 in W 83 in D 88 in

King Ebony Stained Maple Four Poster Cannonball Bed with Panel Headboard

Located in Tiverton, RI

An update of a traditional design, the Bristol Chessman bed features a four-square flat panel

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21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Beds and Bed F...

Materials

Wood

King White Oak Four Poster "Tulip Top" Bed with Turned Posts by Scott James

$6,897 / item

H 48 in W 81.88 in D 86.25 in

King White Oak Four Poster "Tulip Top" Bed with Turned Posts by Scott James

Located in Tiverton, RI

The tulip top bed is one of our most popular, with a contiguous headboard and post height this bed

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21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Beds and Bed F...

Materials

Wood

Charles Hollis Jones Brass and Lucite "Metric" King-Size Poster Bed

$57,750

H 91 in W 78 in D 91 in

Charles Hollis Jones Brass and Lucite "Metric" King-Size Poster Bed

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning and rare king-size, four-poster bed/canopy bed in Lucite and solid brass by Charles Hollis

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Magnificent Paul Evans Chrome Cityscape Kingsize Bed Mid-Century Modern

$32,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 83 in W 90 in D 92.5 in

Magnificent Paul Evans Chrome Cityscape Kingsize Bed Mid-Century Modern

By Paul Evans

Located in Pemberton, NJ

A Magnificent Paul Evans Cityscape four-poster canopy king-size bed in polished chrome patchwork

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Chrome

Charles Hollis Jones "Stallone" Bed in Lucite and Brass

$47,450

H 91 in W 77 in D 91 in

Charles Hollis Jones "Stallone" Bed in Lucite and Brass

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning and rare king-size four-poster bed in Lucite and solid brass designed and manufactured by

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Charles Hollis Jones "Stallone" Bed in Lucite and Nickel

$47,450

H 91 in W 77 in D 91 in

Charles Hollis Jones "Stallone" Bed in Lucite and Nickel

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning and rare king-size four-poster bed in Lucite and nickel designed and manufactured by

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Nickel

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Modern Brushed Brass Four-Poster Cal. King Bed Channel Tufted Velvet Headboard

Unavailable

H 86 in W 77.5 in D 89.5 in

Modern Brushed Brass Four-Poster Cal. King Bed Channel Tufted Velvet Headboard

By Modshop

Located in Compton, CA

Create a beautiful and serene bedroom with the scotch and soda four-poster bed. A brushed brass

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

'DUCALE' Super King Size Four-Poster Bed with Wood Frame and Leather Upholstery

Unavailable

H 78.75 in W 90.56 in D 90.56 in

'DUCALE' Super King Size Four-Poster Bed with Wood Frame and Leather Upholstery

By Corrado Dotti, DeRUCCI MILANO

Located in Milan, IT

Discreet and elegant in form, 'Ducale' is perfect for exotic bedroom lovers. Structure in beech solid wood (wenge or Canaletto walnut). Base and headboard upholstered with natural le...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Upholstery

American Federal Four Poster Mahogany King-Size Bed, Early 19th Century

Unavailable

H 91 in W 77.5 in D 88.25 in

American Federal Four Poster Mahogany King-Size Bed, Early 19th Century

Located in Charleston, SC

flanked by Acanthus S-scroll. This exceptionally carved mahogany four poster bed has been converted to a

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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Poplar, Mahogany

St. Croix Danish West Indies Mahogany King Size Four-Poster Bed, 19th Century

Unavailable

H 88.5 in W 83 in D 90 in

St. Croix Danish West Indies Mahogany King Size Four-Poster Bed, 19th Century

Located in Charleston, SC

A Regal St. Croix Danish West Indies Mahogany King size four-poster bed made in the first-half of

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Antique Early 19th Century Virgin Islands Dutch Colonial Beds and Bed Fr...

Materials

Mahogany

Four-Poster Hammered Iron King Bed Frame

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H 99 in W 77 in D 84 in

Four-Poster Hammered Iron King Bed Frame

Located in North Miami, FL

Giacometti style raw hammered hand made iron four poster bed frame with ball finials and ringlet

Category

Late 20th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

Super King Size Four Poster Canopy Bed

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H 87.41 in W 80.71 in D 88.59 in

Super King Size Four Poster Canopy Bed

Located in Buxton, GB

This Four Poster Bed, sourced from a Chateau in France, is of Renaissance Style Super King Bed with

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20th Century Indian Renaissance Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Four-Poster King-Size Bed by Paul Evans

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H 84 in W 92 in D 90 in

Four-Poster King-Size Bed by Paul Evans

By Paul Evans

Located in Miami, FL

Paul Evans Cityscape for Directional four-poster king-size bed. Chrome patchwork frame with

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Paul Evans Cityscape King Size Four Poster Bed.

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H 85 in W 104 in D 87.25 in

Paul Evans Cityscape King Size Four Poster Bed.

Located in Miami, FL

A rare Paul Evans Cityscape four poster king size canopy bed in polished chrome patchwork

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Vintage 1970s American Beds and Bed Frames

American Mahogany King Size Four Poster Bed. Circa 1810

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H 85 in W 76.25 in D 93.25 in

American Mahogany King Size Four Poster Bed. Circa 1810

Located in Charleston, SC

American mahogany King size four poster bed with acorn finial motif. Early 19th Century. The bed

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Antique 1810s American American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass, Iron

American Federal Style Mahogany King Size Four-Poster Bed

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H 89 in W 83.25 in L 89 in

American Federal Style Mahogany King Size Four-Poster Bed

Located in Southampton, NY

American Federal style mahogany king size four-poster bed. Carved and Reeded four-poster bed with

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Birch, Mahogany

American Federal California King-Size, Four-Poster Bed, circa 1810

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H 109.5 in W 93.75 in D 72 in

American Federal California King-Size, Four-Poster Bed, circa 1810

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A stunning southern four-poster bed in very fine mahogany with carved tobacco & acanthus leaf

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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Hollywood Regency Style Julia Gray Poster Bed, King Sized Four Posts

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H 101.38 in W 85 in D 90.5 in

Hollywood Regency Style Julia Gray Poster Bed, King Sized Four Posts

By Julia Gray

Located in Manhasset, NY

Hollywood Regency style Julia Gray poster bed. King sized Corbeau decorated four ebony and parcel

Category

2010s Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Ralph Lauren Carved Four-Poster King-Size Bed in Solid Mahogany

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H 89 in W 89.5 in D 90 in

Ralph Lauren Carved Four-Poster King-Size Bed in Solid Mahogany

By Ralph Lauren

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A Ralph Lauren Westminster bed from the Safari collection featuring four hand-carved posts with

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20th Century Philippine British Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Modern European Four Post King Bed

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H 91.5 in W 84.75 in D 88.75 in

Modern European Four Post King Bed

Located in Westwood, NJ

Four poster king size bed with turned oak posts, rustic oak paneled rails and parquetry footboard

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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Oak

Ralph Lauren Signed Ornately Carved Mahogany Four Poster King Size Bed

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H 89 in W 85 in L 89 in

Ralph Lauren Signed Ornately Carved Mahogany Four Poster King Size Bed

By Ralph Lauren

Located in West Hartford, CT

Ralph Lauren Furniture's most coveted bed, this mammoth four post beauty features intricate

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Early 20th Century American British Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Modern European Four Post King Bed

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H 91.5 in W 84.75 in D 88.75 in

Modern European Four Post King Bed

Located in Westwood, NJ

Modern European four poster king size bed with turned oak posts, rustic oak paneled rails and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Oak

Nancy Corzine Carved Walnut Silk Tufted Designer King Size Four Poster Bed

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H 88 in W 83.5 in D 88 in

Nancy Corzine Carved Walnut Silk Tufted Designer King Size Four Poster Bed

By Nancy Corzine

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Nancy Corzine carved walnut silk tufted designer king size four poster bed. Includes the headboard

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20th Century North American Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Late 20th Century Vintage Regency Bernhardt Flame Mahogany King Four Poster Bed

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H 88 in W 79 in D 85 in

Late 20th Century Vintage Regency Bernhardt Flame Mahogany King Four Poster Bed

By Bernhardt

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning vintage Coastal King four poster bed. Made by the iconic Bernhardt group. A chic flame

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Late 20th Century American Regency Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Chinese Chippendale Palm Tree Leaf Metal Four Poster King Size Bed

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H 76 in W 74 in D 85 in

Vintage Chinese Chippendale Palm Tree Leaf Metal Four Poster King Size Bed

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Amazing vintage Chinese Chippendale king-size four-poster bed post bed. Palm tree leaf finials. All

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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

Vintage Super King Mahogany Four Poster Bed with Silk Canopy, 20th C

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H 92.52 in W 88.98 in D 84.26 in

Vintage Super King Mahogany Four Poster Bed with Silk Canopy, 20th C

Located in London, GB

when in bed. Sleep royally in this beautiful super king size four poster!! The botanical name for

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Vintage 1980s Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

King-Size Burl Wood Four-Poster Bed with Mirrored Canopy by Henredon

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H 84 in W 81 in D 88 in

King-Size Burl Wood Four-Poster Bed with Mirrored Canopy by Henredon

By Henredon

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful Mirrored Canopy Poster Bed in Burl and Zebra Wood from the Henredon "Scene Two" series

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Burl

Vintage Super King Mahogany Four Poster Bed with Silk Canopy 20th C

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H 92.52 in W 88.98 in D 84.26 in

Vintage Super King Mahogany Four Poster Bed with Silk Canopy 20th C

Located in London, GB

when in bed. Sleep Royally in this beautiful super king size Four Poster!! THE BOTANICAL NAME FOR

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1990s Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Ormolu

Late 20th Century Wood Rattan Fretwork Chippendale Four Poster Canopy King Bed

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H 92 in W 82 in D 85.5 in

Late 20th Century Wood Rattan Fretwork Chippendale Four Poster Canopy King Bed

By John McGuire

Located in North Fort Myers, FL

This luxurious King canopy bed is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, combining the warmth of wood with

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Late 20th Century American Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Italian Hand Painted Four Poster Faux Bamboo Bed by Patina with Birds, King

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H 97 in W 83 in D 90 in

Italian Hand Painted Four Poster Faux Bamboo Bed by Patina with Birds, King

Located in Kennesaw, GA

I love this! It is a lovely hand painted four poster bed by Patina. It is Italian. The four posts

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Late 20th Century Italian Aesthetic Movement Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Thomasville Georgian Carved Mahogany King Size Poster Bed

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H 90 in W 79.25 in L 90 in

Thomasville Georgian Carved Mahogany King Size Poster Bed

By Thomasville

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style four poster king size rice bed By Thomasville USA, Circa

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Late 20th Century American Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Henredon Georgian Carved Mahogany King Size Poster Bed

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H 91.5 in W 81.75 in D 89 in

Henredon Georgian Carved Mahogany King Size Poster Bed

By Henredon

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian style four poster king size bed frame By Henredon USA, Late 20th Century

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Late 20th Century American Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Baker Furniture Carved Mahogany King Size Poster Bed

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H 90.75 in W 84 in D 88.25 in

Baker Furniture Carved Mahogany King Size Poster Bed

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Chippendale style four poster king size bed By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1980s

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Late 20th Century American Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Paul Evans Directional Cityscape Four-Poster Bed

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H 84 in W 90 in D 92 in

Paul Evans Directional Cityscape Four-Poster Bed

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Miami, FL

A Paul Evans Cityscape four-poster king-size bed in polished chrome patchwork. interior

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Lexington Wild Cherry Four Posters King Bedstead

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H 78.5 in W 81.5 in D 90 in

Lexington Wild Cherry Four Posters King Bedstead

By Lexington Furniture 1

Located in Germantown, MD

A Lexington Furniture wild cherry king size four posters bedframe with trophy style urn finials

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Late 20th Century American Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Cherry

Henkel Harris Georgian Carved Cherry Wood King Size Poster Bed

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H 65.75 in W 81.5 in D 88.5 in

Henkel Harris Georgian Carved Cherry Wood King Size Poster Bed

By Henkel Harris

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style four poster king size bed frame By Henkel Harris USA

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Vintage 1970s American Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Baker Furniture Style Georgian Carved Mahogany King Size Poster Bed

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H 87.75 in W 79.5 in D 89.5 in

Baker Furniture Style Georgian Carved Mahogany King Size Poster Bed

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style four poster king size bed In the manner of Baker

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Vintage 1980s American Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Baker Furniture Chippendale Style 4 Poster King Size Bed Headboard Rails

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H 104 in W 92 in D 87 in

Baker Furniture Chippendale Style 4 Poster King Size Bed Headboard Rails

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Baker Furniture four poster king size bed headboard in excellent vintage condition.

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20th Century American Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Henkel Harris Georgian Carved Solid Cherry Wood King Size Poster Bed, 1974

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H 73 in W 81.5 in D 88 in

Henkel Harris Georgian Carved Solid Cherry Wood King Size Poster Bed, 1974

By Henkel Harris

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style four poster king size bed By Henkel Harris USA, 1974

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Vintage 1970s American Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Martin Goebel Unique Handcrafted Black Walnut King Size Poster Bed Barley Twist

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H 90.5 in W 83 in D 90 in

Martin Goebel Unique Handcrafted Black Walnut King Size Poster Bed Barley Twist

By Martin Goebel

Located in St. Louis, MO

This one of a kind bespoke contemporary take on a Jacobean classic barley twist king size four

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21st Century and Contemporary American Jacobean Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Kindel Furniture Winterthur Collection Georgian Mahogany King Size Tester Bed

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H 88.25 in W 82.25 in D 88.75 in

Kindel Furniture Winterthur Collection Georgian Mahogany King Size Tester Bed

By Kindel Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding four poster king size tester or canopy bed By Kindel Furniture, "Winterthur

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Late 20th Century American Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

PACE

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H 80 in W 80.5 in D 85 in

PACE

Located in Chicago, IL

King size Four poster bed.

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Vintage 1970s American Beds and Bed Frames

Vintage King Size Jacobean Four Poster Bed and Pair Bedside Cabinets

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H 83.86 in W 76.38 in L 83.86 in

Vintage King Size Jacobean Four Poster Bed and Pair Bedside Cabinets

Located in London, GB

This is an exquisite vintage oak four poster bed with canopy, mid-20th century in date, with a pair

Category

Vintage 1950s Bedroom Sets

Materials

Marble

Mid Century English Walnut Parquetry Cabinetmaker Dresser Chest of Drawers

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H 78 in W 79 in D 21.5 in

Mid Century English Walnut Parquetry Cabinetmaker Dresser Chest of Drawers

Located in Lutz, FL

made Circa 1960’s/70’s. Hinges indicating of British origin. Matching King four poster bed and small

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Carved Four-Poster King Bed

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H 61 in W 80 in D 92 in

Carved Four-Poster King Bed

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Highly carved four-poster king bed. This bed is profusely carved on all posts, terminating in

Category

20th Century American Anglo-Indian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

French Colonial Four-Poster King Bed in West Indies Walnut, Haiti, circa 1830

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H 77 in W 86 in D 86 in

French Colonial Four-Poster King Bed in West Indies Walnut, Haiti, circa 1830

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

century Caribbean four poster bed was purchased in Haiti over 30 years ago and brought to the US in its

Category

Antique Early 19th Century North American Louis Philippe Beds and Bed Fr...

Materials

Walnut

George III Mahogany and Gilt Four Post King Bed

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H 97.5 in W 86 in D 88.25 in

George III Mahogany and Gilt Four Post King Bed

Located in Westwood, NJ

A carved mahogany, flame mahogany veneered and parcel-gilt four poster King bed, the arched

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21st Century and Contemporary English George III Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Very Impressive Regal California King Four Poster Bed

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H 89 in W 90.5 in D 83.5 in

Very Impressive Regal California King Four Poster Bed

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Fit for a king and queen, a very elegant carved wood four poster California King bed frame, having

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1990s American Beds and Bed Frames

Pace Collection King-Size Four-Poster Chrome Bed

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H 80.5 in W 82.5 in D 84.5 in

Pace Collection King-Size Four-Poster Chrome Bed

By Pace Collection

Located in Stamford, CT

Stunning 1970s king-sized chrome bed by Pace. Headboard detail is 23.5 high to 40.5 high. 1" x

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Vintage 1970s American Modern Beds and Bed Frames

King Size Brass Four Poster Canopy Bed by Pace

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King Size Brass Four Poster Canopy Bed by Pace

By Pace Collection

Located in Redding, CT

King Size Brass Four Poster Canopy Bed by Pace

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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames

King Sized Four Poster Bed by Leonard's Sackonk Mass

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H 56.5 in W 83.5 in D 87 in

King Sized Four Poster Bed by Leonard's Sackonk Mass

Located in Manhasset, NY

A fine sturdy King sized four poster bed by Leonard's Sackonk Ma. This is the widely acclaimed

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Adirondack Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Tudor Style Mahogany Super King Size Four Poster Bed

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H 86.62 in W 82.68 in D 90.56 in

Tudor Style Mahogany Super King Size Four Poster Bed

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Tudor style mahogany super king size four poster bed in very good condition, with a very nice

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Tudor Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

King Size Chrome and Brass Four Poster Canopy Bed

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H 91 in W 81 in D 82.5 in

King Size Chrome and Brass Four Poster Canopy Bed

By Milo Baughman

Located in Hanover, MA

Vintage Hollywood Regency king size four poster cube canopy bed with uncommon structure of round

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass, Chrome

British Colonial Four-Poster King-Size Bed in Faux Bamboo

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H 80 in W 84 in D 84 in

British Colonial Four-Poster King-Size Bed in Faux Bamboo

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Here the Classic four-poster faux bamboo bed is redefined with a casual elegance combined with the

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20th Century Philippine British Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Dessin Fournir Gerard Norton Walnut Four-Poster Canopy King-Size Bed

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H 90.25 in W 83 in D 90.5 in

Dessin Fournir Gerard Norton Walnut Four-Poster Canopy King-Size Bed

By Dessin Fournir

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Dessin Fournir Gerard Norton Walnut Four-Poster Canopy King-Size Bed This canopy bed measures: 83

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Late 20th Century American Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Rose Tarlow Eastern King Size Chinoiserie Four Poster Prince Charles Bed

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H 96 in W 86 in D 87 in

Rose Tarlow Eastern King Size Chinoiserie Four Poster Prince Charles Bed

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Four Poster King Bed For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the four poster king bed you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and metal, every four poster king bed was constructed with great care. Find 31 options for an antique or vintage four poster king bed now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a four poster king bed — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each four poster king bed bearing Hollywood Regency, Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one four poster king bed that is appealing in its simplicity, but Julia Gray, Baker Furniture Company and Paul Evans produced versions that are worth a look.

Finding the Right Beds-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.

Questions About Four Poster King Bed

Is it a four-post bed or four-poster bed?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
References show that in the 14th and 15th centuries, “four-post” was the correct terminology. However, today it is considered correct to say “four-poster”. You can find a range of vintage and antique four-poster beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the point of a four-poster bed?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Today, the point of a four-poster bed is largely stylistic. People place them in bedrooms due to their elegant decorative appearance. Historically, four-poster beds featured heavy curtains that blocked light, preserved privacy and provided warmth in the winter. You'll find a selection of four-poster beds on 1stDibs.
What is a tester on a four poster bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The tester on a four poster bed is the canopy over the bed. It was usually made of wood and could be covered with cloth. It provided privacy and helped enclose the bed, making it easier to heat the bed area. On 1stDibs, find an array of vintage and contemporary four-poster beds.
What is the difference between a canopy bed and a four poster bed?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A 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 the top of a four-poster bed called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Across the top of older four-poster beds was a wooden rail that was called the tester. The tester often held a rail where curtains were attached that could be pulled closed. Shop a collection of four-poster beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do I make a four-poster bed modern?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
You can make a four-poster bed modern in a number of ways. Try refinishing it with matte spray paint or covering the headboard with fabric or wallpaper. You can also hang fabric in contemporary prints from the frame as a canopy. You'll find a collection of four-poster beds on 1stDibs.

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