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Roll Top Bed

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Antique Bed Us Queen Uk King Size Under White Covers Gold Roll Top
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique bed US Queen UK King size gold French roll top Covered to White undercovers Superb
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Large King Size / Small Super King (5'6"), French Upholstered Bed
Located in Headley, GB
King size- small super king (5’6 wide) antique French roll top bed with a good quality beech frame
Category

Vintage 1910s French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Beech, Upholstery

King Size, French Roll Top Upholstered Bed
Located in Headley, GB
A very pretty French antique roll top upholstered bed which has the original paint. The frame is
Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Upholstery, Paint

King Size (5') Antique French Roll Top/Sleigh Upholstered Bed
Located in Headley, GB
King size (5’ wide) antique French roll top/sleigh upholstered bed. Circa 1920. Awaiting
Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Beech, Upholstery

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Roll Top Bed For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic roll top bed available at 1stDibs. Each roll top bed for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and fabric. If you’re shopping for a roll top bed, we have 7 options in-stock, while there are 4 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a roll top bed — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right roll top bed, those designed in mid-century modern, industrial and louis xv styles are of considerable interest. A well-made roll top bed has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Jamestown Lounge Company and Pieter Compernol & Stephanie Grusenmeyer are consistently popular.

How Much is a Roll Top Bed?

A roll top bed can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,946, while the lowest priced sells for $460 and the highest can go for as much as $24,086.
Questions About Roll Top Bed
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A roll top desk is a piece of furniture that has a wooden cover that can be pulled down when the desk is not in use. Shop a collection of roll top furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Roll-top desks are originally from the late 18th century in the Georgian era of England. By the middle of the Victorian era, they were found in most offices and produced on a large scale. Shop a range of antique roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sometimes, roll-top desks are called tambours, sliding roll desks or roll-up desks. However, roll-top is the most commonly used name. The style of desk became popular during the 19th century. You can find a range of roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A roll top desk kept small essentials and paperwork organized. The roll top design was ideal for business people to secure their desks at the end of the day without filing away their work. Browse a variety of roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A roll top desk can be worth anywhere between $3,000 to $6,000, depending on the condition, materials used and time of manufacturing. Roll top desks are expensive, as they are very popular on the antique furniture market and are considered timeless collectibles. Shop a range of antique and vintage roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.
  • 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.