Louis Xvi Headboard
21st Century and Contemporary American Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Metal
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Upholstery, Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Metal
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Early 20th Century American Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Brass
Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Mahogany
Antique 1790s French Louis XVI Architectural Elements
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Antique 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Upholstery, Giltwood
Antique 19th Century French Beds and Bed Frames
Pine
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Burlap, Walnut
Early 20th Century Beds and Bed Frames
Mahogany
Vintage 1920s European Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Cane, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Cane, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Cherry, Lacquer, Giltwood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Wall-mounted Sculptures
Wood
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Bronze, Iron
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Vintage 1950s Unknown Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames
Velvet, Walnut
20th Century Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
20th Century French Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
20th Century Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Linen
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1960s French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Vintage 1940s Argentine Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Walnut
Early 20th Century Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Fruitwood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Beds and Bed Frames
Mid-20th Century American Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Cherry, Lacquer
Vintage 1960s American Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Cane, Cherry
20th Century Italian Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century European Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Walnut, Linen, Upholstery
Vintage 1920s American Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Mahogany, Satinwood
Vintage 1960s American Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Walnut, Paint
Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Daybeds
Beech
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Linen, Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Beds and Bed Frames
Mid-20th Century Beds and Bed Frames
Cane, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Daybeds
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Walnut
20th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Wood, Cotton
Antique 19th Century European Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Wood, Cane
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Cane, Wood
Antique 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Paint, Giltwood
20th Century Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Linen, Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Beds and Bed Frames
Chenille, Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Beds and Bed Frames
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Doors and Gates
Wrought Iron
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Louis Xvi Headboard For Sale on 1stDibs
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Louis XVI chairs, first familiarize yourself with the characteristics of the design style by looking at images found on trusted online resources. Often, Louis XVI chairs rest on straight, column-like legs, and their frames show off intricate carvings such as scrollwork rosettes, fluting and ribbon twists. Typically, chairs from the era have recessed arms connected to the front of the seat via an elegant curve. Artisans of the period typically constructed chairs in mahogany, walnut or oak wood. If your chair has these features, it will likely be an original Louis XVI piece or a reproduction based on one. To tell antiques apart from contemporary chairs, consider their overall condition.
Due to their age, originals will likely show some signs of wear, and you may be able to spot visible tool marks or slight irregularities in the carvings due to their handcrafted origins. A chair that looks unused and is completely uniform with no tool marks is less likely to be an original. When in doubt, check with a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer.
On 1stDibs, find a selection of Louis XVI chairs.