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Circa 1800 American Federal Hardwood Four Poster Bed Frame with Carved Pillars
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
four post bed with heavily carved and fluted columns. These beds are about as rare and collectable
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Circa 1800 American Federal Hardwood Four Poster Bed Frame with Carved Pillars
Circa 1800 American Federal Hardwood Four Poster Bed Frame with Carved Pillars

Circa 1800 American Federal Hardwood Four Poster Bed Frame with Carved Pillars

H 66.93 in W 39.77 in D 80.52 in
Early 1900s Antique French Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Sideboard
Located in Austin, TX
to have them. Canopy beds with four pillars became popular among the wealthy. On the other hand, many
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Early 1900s Antique French Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Sideboard
Early 1900s Antique French Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Sideboard

Early 1900s Antique French Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Sideboard

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17th Century Italian Renaissance Walnut Credenza or Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
. Canopy beds with four pillars became popular among the wealthy. On the other hand, many people still
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17th Century Italian Renaissance Walnut Credenza or Cabinet
17th Century Italian Renaissance Walnut Credenza or Cabinet

17th Century Italian Renaissance Walnut Credenza or Cabinet

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1930's French Impressionist Maiden Lying On Four Pillar Bed Watercolour Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
condition: overall very good and sound, a few scuffs and marks to the surface and wear to the four corners
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1930's French Impressionist Maiden Lying On Four Pillar Bed Watercolour Painting
1930's French Impressionist Maiden Lying On Four Pillar Bed Watercolour Painting

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1930's French Impressionist Maiden Lying On Four Pillar Bed Watercolour Painting, 1930's

H 9.5 in W 6.5 in

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Four Pillar Bed For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the four pillar bed you’re looking for. Each four pillar bed for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and natural fiber. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer four pillar bed, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A four pillar bed made by Georgian designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. A well-made four pillar bed has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Henri-Auguste Fourdinois and Thomas Weeks are consistently popular.

How Much is a Four Pillar Bed?

Prices for a four pillar bed start at $2,200 and top out at $49,773 with the average selling for $4,650.
Questions About Four Pillar 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 the bed with four posts called?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bed with four posts is called a four-poster bed. Many attach to awnings called canopies. Historical records trace the beds back to the 3rd century, but they became especially popular during the Middle Ages. Find a selection of antique and vintage four-poster beds on 1stDibs.
  • What is a tester on a four poster bed?
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    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?
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    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.