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Vintage Walnut & Elm Kent Coffey Headboard

$600

Vintage Walnut & Elm Kent Coffey Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Walnut & Elm Kent Coffey Headboard. Give your room a touch of Mid-Century flare with this unique headboard.

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

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Wood

Full Size Headboard by Kent Coffey

$600

Full Size Headboard by Kent Coffey

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-century modern headboard by Kent Coffey for their 'Brasilia' series.

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

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Walnut

Mid-Century Full-Size Walnut Headboard by Kent-Coffey

$800

Mid-Century Full-Size Walnut Headboard by Kent-Coffey

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century full-size walnut headboard by Kent-Coffey. Features a beautifully sculptural design with rich walnut grain and elegant, organic lines characteristic of the era.

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

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Wood, Walnut

Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid-Century Modern Walnut Queen Size Headboard, 1960s

$1,295

Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid-Century Modern Walnut Queen Size Headboard, 1960s

By Kent-Coffey

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut and rosewood queen size headboard By Kent Coffey, "Perspecta" Collection USA, 1960s Measures: 60"W x 4.25"D x 38.75"H.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Rosewood, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Twin Headboard by Perspecta from Kent Coffey

$695

Mid Century Modern Twin Headboard by Perspecta from Kent Coffey

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century modern twin sized headboard from Perspecta by Kent Coffey features hardwood construction, beautiful walnut veneer with original finish, signature bent wood detailing...

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

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Walnut, Bentwood

Mid-Century Storage Bed with Cane-Front Headboard- Full Size

$555

Mid-Century Storage Bed with Cane-Front Headboard- Full Size

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Trenton, NJ

This architectural mid-century modern bed frame exemplifies the era’s focus on efficiency, simplicity, and integrated design. Rather than relying on ornament, the piece emphasizes pr...

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

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Wood

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Kent Coffey King Size Headboard

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H 39.75 in W 81.25 in D 3 in

Kent Coffey King Size Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Kent Coffey King Size Headboard, Walnut with brass trim.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Kent Coffey Perspecta Queen Headboard

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H 37.75 in W 60 in D 1.75 in

Kent Coffey Perspecta Queen Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kent Coffey Perspecta queen headboard This headboard measures: 60 wide x 1.75 deep x 37.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condi...

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

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Wood

Kent Coffey Perspecta Midcentury King Headboard

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H 37.25 in W 78 in D 4 in

Kent Coffey Perspecta Midcentury King Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kent Coffey Perspecta midcentury King headboard This headboard is 78 wide x 4 deep x 37.25 inches high Includes headboard, side rails and footboard.

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

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Wood

Kent Coffey Mid Century Caned King Headboard

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H 36 in W 79 in D 4 in

Kent Coffey Mid Century Caned King Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kent Coffey Mid Century caned king headboard Headboard measures: 79 wide x 4 deep x 36 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condition.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Cane, Wood

Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid Century King Headboard

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H 37.5 in W 77.75 in L 37.5 in

Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid Century King Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kent Coffey Perspecta mid century king headboard This headboard measures: 77.75 wide x 4 deep x 37.50 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vi...

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

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Wood

Kent Coffey Continental Mid Century Walnut King Headboard

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H 34 in W 79 in D 1.25 in

Kent Coffey Continental Mid Century Walnut King Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kent Coffey Continental mid century walnut king headboard.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

Kent Coffey Perspecta Style Mid Century Queen Walnut Headboard

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H 40 in W 60 in D 2 in

Kent Coffey Perspecta Style Mid Century Queen Walnut Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kent Coffey Perspecta style mid century queen walnut headboard Headboard measures: 60 wide x 2 deep x 40 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored ...

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

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Walnut

Kent Coffey Foreteller Mid-Century Walnut Queen Storage Headboard

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H 35.75 in W 61.5 in D 10 in

Kent Coffey Foreteller Mid-Century Walnut Queen Storage Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kent Coffey Foreteller mid-century walnut queen storage headboard.

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

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut & Rosewood King Headboard

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H 38.5 in W 78 in D 2 in

Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut & Rosewood King Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut & Rosewood King Headboard.

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

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Kent Coffey Insignia Full Size Sculpted Walnut Pecan Bed Headboard

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H 39 in W 58 in D 10 in

Kent Coffey Insignia Full Size Sculpted Walnut Pecan Bed Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Kent Coffey insignia full size sculpted walnut pecan bed headboard.

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

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Walnut

Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid Century Rosewood and Walnut Queen Headboard

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H 37.5 in W 60.5 in D 2 in

Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid Century Rosewood and Walnut Queen Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kent Coffey perspecta mid century rosewood and walnut queen headboard This headboard is 60.5 wide x 2 deep x 37.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call r...

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

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Rosewood, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Full / Double Storage Headboard by Kent Coffey

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H 35.75 in W 62 in D 19 in

Mid Century Modern Full / Double Storage Headboard by Kent Coffey

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century modern headboard by Kent Coffey features hardwood construction, original walnut finish, two sliding doors offering adjustable configuration of hidden and open storag...

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

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut & Rosewood Full/Queen Headboard

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H 38 in W 60 in D 2 in

Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut & Rosewood Full/Queen Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut & Rosewood Full/Queen Headboard.

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

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Rosewood, Walnut

Vintage Kent Coffey, Full Sized Headboard 30% OFF original of $700

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H 36.25 in W 59 in D 10 in

Vintage Kent Coffey, Full Sized Headboard 30% OFF original of $700

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Pasadena, TX

A vintage midcentury light green headboard manufactured by Kent Coffey.This headboard includes four compartments perfect for storing books or other small bedtime items.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Kent Coffey Greenbrier Style Mid Century Walnut and Rattan King Headboard

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H 37 in W 78 in L 37 in

Kent Coffey Greenbrier Style Mid Century Walnut and Rattan King Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kent Coffey Greenbrier style mid century walnut and rattan king headboard Headboard measures: 78 wide x 1.5 deep x 37 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we ca...

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

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Rattan, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut Full/Queen Size Headboard

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H 38.5 in W 60 in D 1 in

Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut Full/Queen Size Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

Elevate your bedroom with this iconic Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta walnut headboard, designed to fit both full and queen size beds.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Storage Headboard- Full

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H 37.75 in W 55.75 in D 8.25 in

Mid-Century Storage Headboard- Full

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Trenton, NJ

Elevate your bedroom style with this exquisite mid-century walnut storage headboard for full-size beds. A perfect blend of retro charm and modern functionality, this headboard showca...

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

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1960s Mid Century Walnut King Headboard by Kent Coffey

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H 36.5 in W 79.5 in D 1 in

1960s Mid Century Walnut King Headboard by Kent Coffey

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Vintage 1960s Kent Coffey Walnut King Headboard Make a bold statement in your bedroom with this striking Mid-Century walnut headboard by Kent Coffey.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

SEASONAL DEAL-Danish Modern Mid-Century Headboard Kent Coffey

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H 42 in W 57 in D 3 in

SEASONAL DEAL-Danish Modern Mid-Century Headboard Kent Coffey

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This beautiful Kent Coffey headboard is from the forum collection.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets

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Walnut

Architectural Mid Century Headboard Perspecta by Kent Coffey

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H 39 in W 60 in D 2 in

Architectural Mid Century Headboard Perspecta by Kent Coffey

By Kent-Coffey

Located in New York, NY

Nice architectural design midcentury queen size headboard, Perspecta by Kent Coffey. Executed in rosewood and walnut, clean, original and ready to use.

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

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Rosewood, Walnut

Mid-Century Kent Coffey Perspecta King Size Walnut Headboard

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H 37.5 in W 78 in D 2 in

Mid-Century Kent Coffey Perspecta King Size Walnut Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a mid-century Kent Coffey Perspecta king size walnut headboard.

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Rosewood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut & Rosewood King Headboard

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H 38.5 in W 78 in D 2 in

Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut & Rosewood King Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut & Rosewood King Headboard.

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

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Rosewood, Walnut

Kent Coffey Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Queen or Full Size Headboard

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H 40.5 in W 60 in D 4.5 in

Kent Coffey Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Queen or Full Size Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Mid-Century Modern headboard by Kent Coffey. The headboard features gorgeous wood grain and a nice sculpted walnut design.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

KENT COFFEY Impact MCM Walnut King Size Headboard

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H 2.75 in W 79 in L 2.75 in

KENT COFFEY Impact MCM Walnut King Size Headboard

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Charlotte, NC

A Mid Century Modern king size headboard by Kent Coffey, of Lenoir, North Carolina, USA, from their Impact line.

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

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Metal

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Located in Brooklyn, NY

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By Milo Baughman

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By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Danish Mid-Century Modern solid rosewood frame reversible queen size headboard. Outstanding materials quality and woodworking joinery.

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Kent Coffey Headboard For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the kent coffey headboard you’re looking for. Each kent coffey headboard for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and rosewood. Your living room may not be complete without a kent coffey headboard — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A kent coffey headboard is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency.

How Much is a Kent Coffey Headboard?

A kent coffey headboard can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,185, while the lowest priced sells for $475 and the highest can go for as much as $1,795.

Kent-Coffey for sale on 1stDibs

Established in 1907 by Finley H. Coffey and Dr. A.A. Kent, a contemporary and competitor of furniture makers John Bernhardt and James Broyhill, the Kent-Coffey Manufacturing Company in Lenoir, North Carolina, developed a name for itself by designing and mass-producing durable, affordable and stylish bedroom furniture, dressers, tables and other items.

Consider Kent-Coffey a precursor to IKEA, with sturdy oak and mahogany furniture rather than particleboard structures and an American-design bent rather than a Swedish one. The company's mid-century modern furniture, under the leadership of Finley’s son Harold, took off. A magazine ad from the era for the brand’s Perspecta collection positioned a minimalist bedroom set front and center, with its walnut and rosewood dresser, an elegant nine-drawer piece that rested on tapered legs and featured gorgeous sculptural details carved into its drawer fronts, occupying most of the page’s real estate. The materials for Kent-Coffey furniture were sourced locally, as the company touted its relationship with the Lilly Company in nearby High Points, North Carolina, as a supplier of its mahogany, for example.

In 1964, Kent-Coffey Manufacturing Company was sold to Magnavox (but reportedly operated as a wholly owned subsidiary thereafter), and later, in 1983, the company became part of the furniture branch of the Singer Company (of the sewing-machine fame). Singer shuttered its furniture division in the late 1990s.

Today, as is the case with most of the sophisticated furniture designed in postwar America, work that originated at Kent-Coffey is hard to come by.

Previously owned walnut headboards and vintage bedroom dressers with Formica tops from the company’s Perspecta line and sandalwood continental dressers, for example, are highly valued by collectors. Kent-Coffey’s various mid-century modern lines — such as Goldenaire and Town House — were always clearly branded with identifiers such as drawer markings or stamps on the underside of its coveted end tables.

Find vintage Kent-Coffey case pieces and cabinets, nightstands and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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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.