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18th Century Rosewood Tester/Canopy Bed
Located in West Hollywood, CA
An 18th-century Rosewood tester/canopy bed originating from a significant palace in Goa. The bed
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Antique 18th Century Indian Spanish Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

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Rosewood

18th Century Rosewood Tester/Canopy Bed
18th Century Rosewood Tester/Canopy Bed

18th Century Rosewood Tester/Canopy Bed

H 86 in W 46 in D 82 in

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David T Smith Early American Colonial Pencil Post 4 Poster Full Size Canopy Bed
By David Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Early American full size pencil post canopy bed by David T Smith, circa 1987. A style popularized
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Vintage 1980s American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

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Hardwood

David T Smith Early American Colonial Pencil Post 4 Poster Full Size Canopy Bed
David T Smith Early American Colonial Pencil Post 4 Poster Full Size Canopy Bed

David T Smith Early American Colonial Pencil Post 4 Poster Full Size Canopy Bed

H 82 in W 58 in D 80 in
David T Smith Early American Colonial Pine Pencil Post 4 Poster Full Canopy Bed
By David Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Early American pine full size pencil post canopy bed by David T Smith, circa 1987. A style
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Vintage 1980s American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

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Pine

David T Smith Early American Colonial Pine Pencil Post 4 Poster Full Canopy Bed
David T Smith Early American Colonial Pine Pencil Post 4 Poster Full Canopy Bed

David T Smith Early American Colonial Pine Pencil Post 4 Poster Full Canopy Bed

H 82 in W 58 in D 79 in
Midcentury Bamboo and Grasscloth Twin Canopy Bed Frame
Located in Palm Beach, FL
British Colonial style midcentury twin bed frame crafted in bamboo with grasscloth panels on the
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20th Century Philippine British Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

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Grasscloth, Bamboo

Midcentury Bamboo and Grasscloth Twin Canopy Bed Frame
Midcentury Bamboo and Grasscloth Twin Canopy Bed Frame

Midcentury Bamboo and Grasscloth Twin Canopy Bed Frame

H 81 in W 45 in D 80 in
British Colonial West Indies Style Queen-Size Canopy Bed
Located in Palm Beach, FL
West Indies British colonial style queen-size canopy bed crafted with indigenous mahogany and
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20th Century American British Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

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Mahogany

British Colonial West Indies Style Queen-Size Canopy Bed
British Colonial West Indies Style Queen-Size Canopy Bed

British Colonial West Indies Style Queen-Size Canopy Bed

H 94 in W 66 in D 88 in
Primitive Early American Colonial Revival Pencil Post 4 Poster Queen Canopy Bed
Located in Dayton, OH
20th century Colonial Revival pencil post. Made from pine with a canopy and finials.   
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20th Century American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

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Pine

Primitive Early American Colonial Revival Pencil Post 4 Poster Queen Canopy Bed
Primitive Early American Colonial Revival Pencil Post 4 Poster Queen Canopy Bed

Primitive Early American Colonial Revival Pencil Post 4 Poster Queen Canopy Bed

H 87.5 in W 83 in D 66 in
Antique Early American Colonial Maple Jenny Lind Spool 4 Poster Full Canopy Bed
Located in Dayton, OH
An impressive antique Jenny Lind rope / spool bed with canopy. Made from maple with turned and
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Antique 19th Century American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

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Maple

Antique Early American Colonial Maple Jenny Lind Spool 4 Poster Full Canopy Bed
Antique Early American Colonial Maple Jenny Lind Spool 4 Poster Full Canopy Bed

Antique Early American Colonial Maple Jenny Lind Spool 4 Poster Full Canopy Bed

H 80 in W 53 in D 73.5 in
David T Smith Early American Colonial Queen Size Pencil Post 4 Poster Canopy Bed
By David Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Early American painted queen size pencil post canopy bed by David T Smith, circa 1987. A style
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Vintage 1980s American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

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Hardwood, Paint

David T Smith Early American Colonial Queen Size Pencil Post 4 Poster Canopy Bed
David T Smith Early American Colonial Queen Size Pencil Post 4 Poster Canopy Bed

David T Smith Early American Colonial Queen Size Pencil Post 4 Poster Canopy Bed

H 85 in W 63 in D 81.5 in
CRAFTIQUE Solid Mahogany Pencil Post Queen Size Bed with Canopy
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Traditional style queen size pencil post bed with canopy by Craftique. Solid mahogany with four
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Late 20th Century American American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

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Metal, Brass

CRAFTIQUE Solid Mahogany Pencil Post Queen Size Bed with Canopy
CRAFTIQUE Solid Mahogany Pencil Post Queen Size Bed with Canopy

CRAFTIQUE Solid Mahogany Pencil Post Queen Size Bed with Canopy

H 85.5 in W 64 in L 85.5 in
Four Post Mahogany Canopy Bed from British India
Located in Heath, MA
Hand-carved mahogany four post bed from British India, circa 1920. This queen-sized bed, which was
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Early 20th Century Indian British Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

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Mahogany

Four Post Mahogany Canopy Bed from British India
Four Post Mahogany Canopy Bed from British India

Four Post Mahogany Canopy Bed from British India

H 86.38 in W 62 in D 88.5 in

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French 19th Century Empire Daybed & Bed Crown
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A gorgeous French Empire mahogany alcove daybed and bed crown hand-crafted in France in the 19th Century. A rare lit de repos made of mahogany most likely from Cuba or the Antilles a...
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Beds and Bed Frames

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Brass

French 19th Century Empire Daybed & Bed Crown
French 19th Century Empire Daybed & Bed Crown

French 19th Century Empire Daybed & Bed Crown

H 41 in W 85 in D 57.88 in
19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Bed with Caning
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis XVI painted bed with caning is a splendid example of what some have called 'Paris Country' where a refined style is made more casual primarily by a finish t...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

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Cane, Walnut

19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Bed with Caning
19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Bed with Caning

19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Bed with Caning

H 50.5 in W 51 in D 80 in
Swedish 18th Century Louis XVI Style Painted Daybed
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A soft and inviting Swedish 18th Century daybed carved with Louis XVI style motifs. The bed frame and removable bench cushion is upholstered in a comfortable, worn velvet in a nuance...
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Antique 18th Century Swedish Louis XVI Daybeds

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Swedish 18th Century Louis XVI Style Painted Daybed
Swedish 18th Century Louis XVI Style Painted Daybed

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H 33.5 in W 80.5 in D 29.5 in
Pair of Fine Bronze Mounted Empire Beds
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An outstanding pair of period Empire bronze-mounted beds in overall very good condition. The figural end column forms feature well cast busts and feet, and there are wreaths, Angels,...
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Antique Early 19th Century American Empire Beds and Bed Frames

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Bronze

Pair of Fine Bronze Mounted Empire Beds
Pair of Fine Bronze Mounted Empire Beds

Pair of Fine Bronze Mounted Empire Beds

H 45 in W 84 in D 45.25 in
19th Century Walnut Pair of Bookcases Boiserie de Bibliothèque
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A rare pair of heliocodal French Directoire library bookcases in solid walnut. This type of bookcases is also known as 'boiseries de Bibliothèque' as they often, together with pannel...
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Bookcases

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Walnut

19th Century Walnut Pair of Bookcases Boiserie de Bibliothèque
19th Century Walnut Pair of Bookcases Boiserie de Bibliothèque

19th Century Walnut Pair of Bookcases Boiserie de Bibliothèque

H 101.19 in W 137.8 in D 19.3 in
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Allerum, SE
Fine early 19th century Swedish Gustavian period sofa or daybed in Its original finish. circa 1810, Sweden.
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa

H 42.92 in W 75.99 in D 28.75 in
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry
By Amuneal
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry, part of our metal Kitchen Collection, is designed as a feature element for any space. The three doors on the upper cabinets are fabricated with a kn...
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2010s American Modern Cabinets

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Brass

Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry

Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry

H 95 in W 54 in D 25 in
Mid Century Modern, 3 seater Knoll Drop Arm Sofa in velvet orange, England.
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Beautiful English sofa, upholstered in an orange velvet, mint condition, great garnish.
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Vintage 1960s English Settees

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Velvet

Mid Century Modern, 3 seater Knoll Drop Arm Sofa in velvet orange, England.
Mid Century Modern, 3 seater Knoll Drop Arm Sofa in velvet orange, England.

Mid Century Modern, 3 seater Knoll Drop Arm Sofa in velvet orange, England.

H 40.95 in W 86.62 in D 39.38 in
19th Century Italian Empire Giltwood Queen Bed, Frame Only
Located in Houston, TX
This listing is for bed frame only. Mattressm bedding and pillows not included and shown only for decorative purposes. A period Italian Empire queen bed beautifully carved with Neoc...
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Empire Beds and Bed Frames

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Mahogany

19th Century Italian Empire Giltwood Queen Bed, Frame Only
19th Century Italian Empire Giltwood Queen Bed, Frame Only

19th Century Italian Empire Giltwood Queen Bed, Frame Only

H 81.5 in W 63 in D 88 in
Early Pierre Chapo 'Godot' Daybed in Solid Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, 'Godot' daybed, model 'L01I', solid elm, fabric, France, 1959 This daybed is an early edition designed by the French designer and master woodworker Pierre Chapo (1927-...
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Vintage 1960s French Daybeds

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Elm

Early Pierre Chapo 'Godot' Daybed in Solid Elm
Early Pierre Chapo 'Godot' Daybed in Solid Elm

Early Pierre Chapo 'Godot' Daybed in Solid Elm

H 11.82 in W 76.97 in D 57.49 in
Meridian - Day bed - Lounge chair - Bench Napoleon III - France XIXth
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Beautiful Meridian - Day bed - Lounge chair - Bench with Burgundy, raspberry pink, off-white upholstery. Magnificent meridian from the Napoleon III - Second Empire period with a wide...
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Daybeds

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Upholstery, Wood

Meridian - Day bed - Lounge chair - Bench Napoleon III - France XIXth
Meridian - Day bed - Lounge chair - Bench Napoleon III - France XIXth

Meridian - Day bed - Lounge chair - Bench Napoleon III - France XIXth

H 32.68 in W 59.85 in D 32.68 in
17TH CENTURY JACOBEAN WILLIAM III CIRCA 1650 ENGLiSH OAK TESTER FOUR POSTER BED
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare, original circa 1650 William III hand carved Jacobean Tester four poster bed frame with exqui...
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Antique 1650s English Jacobean Beds and Bed Frames

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Oak

17TH CENTURY JACOBEAN WILLIAM III CIRCA 1650 ENGLiSH OAK TESTER FOUR POSTER BED
17TH CENTURY JACOBEAN WILLIAM III CIRCA 1650 ENGLiSH OAK TESTER FOUR POSTER BED

17TH CENTURY JACOBEAN WILLIAM III CIRCA 1650 ENGLiSH OAK TESTER FOUR POSTER BED

H 74.81 in W 57.29 in D 82.68 in
19th Century Baroque Full Bed, Original Four Poster Lisbon Bed
Located in Miami, FL
19th century Baroque bed, original Lisbon bed The measurements you can see in the listing is only for the shipping, the This Queen size 4-poster bed is hand carved with elaborate ...
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Antique Late 19th Century Portuguese Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

19th Century Baroque Full Bed, Original Four Poster Lisbon Bed
19th Century Baroque Full Bed, Original Four Poster Lisbon Bed

19th Century Baroque Full Bed, Original Four Poster Lisbon Bed

H 64.57 in W 55.52 in D 77.96 in
19th Century, Baroque Full Bed, Original Four Fluted Poster Spanish Bed
Located in Miami, FL
19th Century baroque bed, original Spanish bed. This queen size 4-poster bed is hand carved with elaborate details, fluted turned post, 3D open spiral twist spindles, and moorish de...
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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

19th Century, Baroque Full Bed, Original Four Fluted Poster Spanish Bed
19th Century, Baroque Full Bed, Original Four Fluted Poster Spanish Bed

19th Century, Baroque Full Bed, Original Four Fluted Poster Spanish Bed

H 66.15 in W 54.73 in D 78.75 in
19th Century Italian Carved Inlaid Walnut Burl Queen Bed
Located in Milano, MI
Italian carved walnut double bed dating back to the first half of 19th century, in good condition, with a great original patina. The elegant and unique bed frame is walnut veneer and...
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Walnut, Burl

19th Century Italian Carved Inlaid Walnut Burl Queen Bed
19th Century Italian Carved Inlaid Walnut Burl Queen Bed

19th Century Italian Carved Inlaid Walnut Burl Queen Bed

H 67.33 in W 69.69 in D 84.65 in
Rare 19th Century Spanish Colonial Bishop's Bed
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
This 19th-century Spanish Colonial bed is a magnificent example of antique craftsmanship, reflecting the rich tradition of colonial furniture design. Carved in dark wood, it features...
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Wood

Rare 19th Century Spanish Colonial Bishop's Bed
Rare 19th Century Spanish Colonial Bishop's Bed

Rare 19th Century Spanish Colonial Bishop's Bed

H 60.24 in W 73.63 in D 46.86 in
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Questions About Colonial Canopy Bed
  • What are canopy beds for?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Canopy beds were traditionally used to retain warmth at bedtime and create a sense of privacy within the bed, though now are popular for their luxurious design. Canopy beds usually have four posters and draped fabric over the top and sides.
  • How do I make a canopy for a bed?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To make a canopy for your bed, extend the four posts of your frame using metal or wood. You can then use drapes or fabric to create the canopy. Alternatively, buy your own by shopping a collection of canopy beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • What is a canopy over a bed called?
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    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A canopy over a bed is called a canopy bed. This type of bed is very similar to a 4-poster bed. Decorative fabric is draped upon the upper spaced between the posts.
  • What is the canopy above a bed called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The canopy above a bed is called a tester. Antique testers were most often made of wood. Contemporary testers may also be made of metal, or simply draped cloth. There are also half-size testers that cover the upper half of the bed. On 1stDibs, find an array of canopy beds featuring testers.
  • Why were colonial beds so high?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Colonial beds are so high to avoid cool drafts that were close to the ground. Typically, the higher the bed off the ground, the closer it would be to the warmer air.
  • Are canopy beds still made?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, canopy beds are still made. A canopy bed features four posts, one at each corner, and affixed to the top of the post is a canopy. The canopy is frequently made of fabric, but it can be made of wood or another solid object and carved to look like fabric. Shop a collection of antique and contemporary canopy beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • What was the original purpose of a canopy bed?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Canopy beds were initially designed to conserve warmth and to offer privacy. Now, the four-poster frame offers plentiful design opportunities, from classic drapes to dramatic tassels. Shop a collection of canopy beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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.

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