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French Directoire Period Four Poster Bed, France 18th Century
French Directoire Period Four Poster Bed, France 18th Century

French Directoire Period Four Poster Bed, France 18th Century

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Very rare Directoire period four poster bed. Headboard and footboard are original - including

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Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed
20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

$2,350Sale Price|20% Off

H 78.75 in W 59.06 in D 74.81 in

20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

Located in LEGNY, FR

Beautiful and rare 20th century French walnut between Louis XV and Louis XVI style four poster bed

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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Silk, Walnut

Vintage White Wash French Provincial Full Size Urn Poster Bed
Vintage White Wash French Provincial Full Size Urn Poster Bed

Vintage White Wash French Provincial Full Size Urn Poster Bed

Located in Germantown, MD

Vintage French Provincial cottage full size poster bed. Beautiful urn finials. Whitewash distress

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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Pair 18th Century Antique French Four Poster Tester Canopy Cherry Twin Beds
Pair 18th Century Antique French Four Poster Tester Canopy Cherry Twin Beds

Pair 18th Century Antique French Four Poster Tester Canopy Cherry Twin Beds

Located in Portland, OR

. This very near identical pair of antique French four poster beds, both are full tester beds, with a

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Antique Late 18th Century French French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Cherry, Damask

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Poster Bed, French Provincial Farmhouse Style White Bed Twin Size
Poster Bed, French Provincial Farmhouse Style White Bed Twin Size

Poster Bed, French Provincial Farmhouse Style White Bed Twin Size

Located in Glendale, CA

Beautiful four poster bed in the French Provincial Farmhouse Cottage Chic Style. Newly Painted in

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Late 20th Century American Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Other

Baldaquin  Four-poster Bed
Baldaquin  Four-poster Bed

Baldaquin Four-poster Bed

Unavailable

H 83.47 in W 74.81 in D 43.31 in

Baldaquin Four-poster Bed

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Provence

Batte of Valmy painting

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Antique 19th Century French Beds and Bed Frames

Four Poster Bed and Two Bedside Cabinets
Four Poster Bed and Two Bedside Cabinets

Four Poster Bed and Two Bedside Cabinets

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H 91 in W 60 in D 80 in

Four Poster Bed and Two Bedside Cabinets

Located in London, GB

A good looking mid last century fourposter bed in the Georgian style with two matching bedside

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Mid-20th Century French Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

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Oak

Louis XIII Style Queen Sized Four Poster Bed and Two Bedside Cabinets C1880
Louis XIII Style Queen Sized Four Poster Bed and Two Bedside Cabinets C1880

Louis XIII Style Queen Sized Four Poster Bed and Two Bedside Cabinets C1880

Located in London, GB

A very rare Louis XIII style four poster bed and two matching bedside cabinets in solid hand carved

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Antique 1880s French Louis XIII Bedroom Sets

Materials

Walnut

French Bed 4 Poster King 19th Century Low Footboard
French Bed 4 Poster King 19th Century Low Footboard

French Bed 4 Poster King 19th Century Low Footboard

Located in Buxton, GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this solid wood x4 Tall Post French Bed This Bed is a Classic

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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed
20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

Located in LEGNY, FR

Beautiful and rare 20th century French walnut between Louis XV and Louis XVI style four poster bed

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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Silk, Walnut

20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed
20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

Located in LEGNY, FR

Beautiful and rare 20th century French walnut between Louis XV and Louis XVI style four-poster bed

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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Silk, Walnut

20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed
20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

Located in LEGNY, FR

Beautiful and rare 20th century French walnut between Louis XV and Louis XVI style four-poster bed

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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Silk, Walnut

Vintage French Provincial Urn Poster Twin Size Beds, a Pair
Vintage French Provincial Urn Poster Twin Size Beds, a Pair

Vintage French Provincial Urn Poster Twin Size Beds, a Pair

Located in Germantown, MD

Vintage French Provincial cottage twin size poster bed. Beautiful urn finials. Whitewash distress

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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

Ralph Lauren French Empire Carved Mahogany King Size Poster Bed
Ralph Lauren French Empire Carved Mahogany King Size Poster Bed

Ralph Lauren French Empire Carved Mahogany King Size Poster Bed

By Ralph Lauren

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding French Empire style king size poster bed By Ralph Lauren USA, Late 20th Century

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Late 20th Century American Empire Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Queen Size Metal 4 Poster Bed
Queen Size Metal 4 Poster Bed

Queen Size Metal 4 Poster Bed

Located in Sheffield, MA

French country style 4 poster metal bed. Keywords: Queen bed, queen size headboard

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Antique 19th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

Louis XIII Style Château Four-poster Bed
Louis XIII Style Château Four-poster Bed

Louis XIII Style Château Four-poster Bed

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H 94.1 in W 81.5 in D 63.78 in

Louis XIII Style Château Four-poster Bed

Located in Beaune, FR

Sumptuous and rare Louis XIII style walnut four-poster castle bed, fully carved on all 4 sides

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XIII Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Oak

1800's Antique French Renaissance Revival, Carved, Oak, Four-Poster, Tester Bed!
1800's Antique French Renaissance Revival, Carved, Oak, Four-Poster, Tester Bed!

1800's Antique French Renaissance Revival, Carved, Oak, Four-Poster, Tester Bed!

Located in Austin, TX

Stunning 1800's Antique French Renaissance Revival, Carved, Oak, Four-Poster, Tester Bed! Gorgeous

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Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Oak

Kingsize Four Poster Bed French Barley Twist Turned Wood
Kingsize Four Poster Bed French Barley Twist Turned Wood

Kingsize Four Poster Bed French Barley Twist Turned Wood

Located in Trensacq, FR

headboard. Originally made to fit two French single bed bases/mattresses, this bed can be customised to

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Mid-20th Century French Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Jean Royère Style Oak Four Poster Bed, France 1950's
Jean Royère Style Oak Four Poster Bed, France 1950's

Jean Royère Style Oak Four Poster Bed, France 1950's

By Jean Royère

Located in New York, NY

Oak bed in the manner of Jean Royere with undulation design on the headboards and posts that end in

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

Materials

Oak

Harden Furniture French Provincial Carved Cherry Wood Queen Size Poster Bed
Harden Furniture French Provincial Carved Cherry Wood Queen Size Poster Bed

Harden Furniture French Provincial Carved Cherry Wood Queen Size Poster Bed

By Harden Furniture 1

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style carved solid cherry wood queen size poster bed By

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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Cherry

Thomasville Burl Wood King Size Poster Bed
Thomasville Burl Wood King Size Poster Bed

Thomasville Burl Wood King Size Poster Bed

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H 80 in W 83.5 in D 89 in

Thomasville Burl Wood King Size Poster Bed

By Thomasville

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous burl wood king size poster bed By Thomasville Circa 1990s Measures: 83.5"W x 89

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Late 20th Century French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Burl

19th Century French Renaissance Four Poster Hand Carved Oak Canopy Bed
19th Century French Renaissance Four Poster Hand Carved Oak Canopy Bed

19th Century French Renaissance Four Poster Hand Carved Oak Canopy Bed

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century Renaissance four-poster bed canopy bed will make you sleep like royalty! Barley twist

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Antique 1860s Belgian Renaissance Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Oak

Henry Link French Country Chardonnay Pine 4 Poster Arched Canopy Full Size Bed
Henry Link French Country Chardonnay Pine 4 Poster Arched Canopy Full Size Bed

Henry Link French Country Chardonnay Pine 4 Poster Arched Canopy Full Size Bed

By Henry Link

Located in Dayton, OH

Henry Link Pine Canopy bed, circa 1980s. Part of the Chardonay Collection. Features a spindled and

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Vintage 1980s French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Pine

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

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

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A very beautiful French Colonial bed in West Indies walnut with turned posts and paneled headboard

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

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Wrought Iron Brass French Victorian Full Size Poster Bed Frame w/ Canopy
Vintage Wrought Iron Brass French Victorian Full Size Poster Bed Frame w/ Canopy

Vintage Wrought Iron Brass French Victorian Full Size Poster Bed Frame w/ Canopy

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage wrought iron and brass French Victorian style full size poster bed frame with canopy. Item

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Mid-20th Century North American Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Antique Four Post Bed, 19th Century France
Antique Four Post Bed, 19th Century France

Antique Four Post Bed, 19th Century France

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H 82.68 in W 60.24 in D 83.47 in

Antique Four Post Bed, 19th Century France

Located in Trensacq, FR

Antique French Four Poster Bed, Late 19th Century. An artisan-crafted bed, beautifully carved in

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Antique Late 19th Century French Country Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Oak

French Louis XVI Painted Four Poster bed
French Louis XVI Painted Four Poster bed

French Louis XVI Painted Four Poster bed

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H 91.5 in W 78 in D 48 in

French Louis XVI Painted Four Poster bed

Located in Hudson, NY

PRICE REDUCTION A Louis XVI four poster bed in flaky old yellow paint, with carved a

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Beds and Bed Frames

French Louis XV Style Four Poster Queen Size Bed
French Louis XV Style Four Poster Queen Size Bed

French Louis XV Style Four Poster Queen Size Bed

Located in Glendale, CA

Beautiful Four poster bed in the French Louis XV style. Made from mahogany wood. Will fit a

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20th Century Unknown Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Extremely Elegant Alberto Pinto Four Poster Bed
Extremely Elegant Alberto Pinto Four Poster Bed

Extremely Elegant Alberto Pinto Four Poster Bed

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H 11.62 in W 66.93 in D 86.62 in

Extremely Elegant Alberto Pinto Four Poster Bed

Located in Sint-Kruis, BE

an extremely elegant Alberto Pinto "lady and the unicorn" four poster bed with faux narwhal tusks

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Vintage 1970s French Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Louis XVI  Period Four-Poster Canopy Bed
Louis XVI  Period Four-Poster Canopy Bed

Louis XVI Period Four-Poster Canopy Bed

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H 91 in W 79 in D 48 in

Louis XVI Period Four-Poster Canopy Bed

Located in Hudson, NY

An 18th century Louis XVI period four-poster canopy bed in excellent condition with early flaky

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Four poster brass & iron queen size bed
Four poster brass & iron queen size bed

Four poster brass & iron queen size bed

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H 92 in W 63 in D 85 in

Four poster brass & iron queen size bed

Located in Boston, MA

A 4 poster brass & iron queen size bed with custom upholstered platform.

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Antique 19th Century French Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Iron, Brass

All Brass Crown and Canopy Four-Poster Bed
All Brass Crown and Canopy Four-Poster Bed

All Brass Crown and Canopy Four-Poster Bed

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H 100 in W 72 in D 85 in

All Brass Crown and Canopy Four-Poster Bed

Located in Wrexham, GB

Magnificent all brass four-poster bed with crown and canopy. This bed accepts a 6ft wide (72 in

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Four-Poster King-Size Bed, White, French Louis XV, Farmhouse Chic Style

Four-Poster King-Size Bed, White, French Louis XV, Farmhouse Chic Style

Located in Glendale, CA

without box spring the bed comes complete with headboard, foot boars, two side tails, four posters and

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20th Century Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

French Bed, French Louis XV Style Poster Bed, Black, in King Size

French Bed, French Louis XV Style Poster Bed, Black, in King Size

Located in Glendale, CA

pillars and topped with ornate acorns. This bed comes with slats to place your mattress on top. It will

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20th Century Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

French Country Four-Poster, Painted King-Size Bed
French Country Four-Poster, Painted King-Size Bed

French Country Four-Poster, Painted King-Size Bed

Located in Glendale, CA

Four poster bed in white antique washed finish. Accepts standard King-size mattress. Comes with

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Late 20th Century Country Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

William IV Mahogany Four Poster Antique Bed, W4P8
William IV Mahogany Four Poster Antique Bed, W4P8

William IV Mahogany Four Poster Antique Bed, W4P8

Located in Wrexham, GB

A fine William IV mahogany four poster bed with original canopy. This bed is 60" wide, UK King

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Antique 1830s French William IV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Original Art Nouveau Queen size 1890s Brass Four Poster Bed
Original Art Nouveau Queen size 1890s Brass Four Poster Bed

Original Art Nouveau Queen size 1890s Brass Four Poster Bed

Located in London, GB

family near Paris France since the 1890s. Beautifully proportioned, this fine bed will take a Queen size

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

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A French Louis XIX/XV Style Giltwood Carved Figural Queen-Size Bed with Cherubs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Silk, Giltwood

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$985 / item

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Nugget Large Vase by Gaetano Pesce

By Corsi Design Factory, Gaetano Pesce

Located in Milan, IT

This iconic design by Gaetano Pesce will make a singular, utterly captivating accent in a contemporary interior. A precious work of art, it belongs to the Fish Design Collection of s...

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2010s Italian Vases

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Resin

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$1,395 / item

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Located in Milan, IT

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Paavo Tynell 'Model 5321' Brass and Rattan Table Lamp

By Paavo Tynell, Gubi

Located in Glendale, CA

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Trompe-l'œil Neoclassical Rope and Tassel Candle Holder 1970s

Located in Tilburg, NL

Trompe-l'œil Neoclassical Rope and Tassel Candle Holder 1970s. Stylish and elegant Trompe-l'œil rope and tassel candle holder with a distinct neoclassical appearance. Great use of t...

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Mid-20th Century European Hollywood Regency Candlesticks

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Brass

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By Multiforme

Located in Trebaseleghe, IT

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Provincial Carved California King Size Bed
Provincial Carved California King Size Bed

Provincial Carved California King Size Bed

$7,257 / item

H 70 in W 77.75 in D 90.75 in

Provincial Carved California King Size Bed

Located in Westwood, NJ

A French Provincial carved California King size bed with an arched and molded upholstered headboard with scroll wings, an upholstered and hand-carved framed low footboard, and panele...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese French Provincial Beds and Bed ...

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English Mahogany Three-Tiered Fitted Interior Leather Bed Steps, Circa 1820
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English Mahogany Three-Tiered Fitted Interior Leather Bed Steps, Circa 1820

Located in Charleston, SC

English mahogany three-tiered bed steps with tooled green leather, hinged fitted interior compartments, and terminating on turned bulbous ringed legs, Early 19th century.

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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Hand-Painted Bamboo Motif Armoire Linen Press by C
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By Chelsea House

Located in North Fort Myers, FL

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20th Century George III Style Carved Mahogany Semi-Poster Full Size Bed
20th Century George III Style Carved Mahogany Semi-Poster Full Size Bed

20th Century George III Style Carved Mahogany Semi-Poster Full Size Bed

Located in Germantown, MD

20th Century George III Style Carved Mahogany Semi-Poster Full Size Bed. Measures 58" in width, 82.5" in length, 56" in height at the tip of the finials. Headboard is 42" in height ...

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Late 20th Century American George III Beds and Bed Frames

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Cherry

Early 20th Antique French Brass  & Bronze Bed , Doble Size
Early 20th Antique French Brass  & Bronze Bed , Doble Size

Early 20th Antique French Brass & Bronze Bed , Doble Size

$3,950

H 53.94 in W 77.96 in D 57.09 in

Early 20th Antique French Brass & Bronze Bed , Doble Size

Located in Miami, FL

Stylish and unusual French antique brass bed. Rectangular in form but with smooth rounded corners, tubular rails and ball finials. A good quality well-made bed. In good condition, st...

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Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Busts

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By La Maison London

Located in London, Park Royal

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Luciano Frigerio italian vintage Brass bed, branded
Luciano Frigerio italian vintage Brass bed, branded

Luciano Frigerio italian vintage Brass bed, branded

$1,692Sale Price|20% Off

H 33.47 in W 72.45 in D 97.25 in

Luciano Frigerio italian vintage Brass bed, branded

By Luciano Frigerio

Located in Milano, IT

Step back in time to the glamorous 1970s with this exquisite Italian double bed designed by the talented Lucino Frigerio and proudly marked by the same illustrious manufacturer. Its ...

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French Super King Size Painted Bed
French Super King Size Painted Bed

French Super King Size Painted Bed

$2,359

H 61 in W 74 in D 84 in

French Super King Size Painted Bed

Located in Swadlincote, GB

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French Caned King Bed

French Caned King Bed

$17,044 / item

H 73 in W 80.63 in D 85 in

French Caned King Bed

Located in Westwood, NJ

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French Poster Bed For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic French poster bed available at 1stDibs. Each French poster bed for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and walnut. Your living room may not be complete without a French poster bed — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A French poster bed is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Louis XVI, Louis XV and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made French poster bed over the years, but those crafted by Thomasville are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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 French Poster Bed
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A French Corbeille bed is a piece of wooden bedroom furniture. Typically, the beds feature arched upholstered headboards and footboards that show off decorative molding. The footboard usually has a slight inward curve. Shop a variety of Corbeille beds on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A French double bed is a bed of a specific size. The French double is bigger than a twin bed but smaller than a standard double or full-size bed. In France, the bed is sometimes called “un grand lit” or "a big bed." Shop a selection of antique and vintage French double beds on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A French style bed is bigger than a twin bed but smaller than a double bed. It is equivalent to one and a half of a twin bed. You can find a variety of mid-century, art deco, modern and many more French style beds to choose from on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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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