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Mid Century Modern Walnut Headboard with Turned Wood Frame
Mid Century Modern Walnut Headboard with Turned Wood Frame

Mid Century Modern Walnut Headboard with Turned Wood Frame

$975

Mid Century Modern Walnut Headboard with Turned Wood Frame

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century modern full size headboard features hardwood construction, beautiful walnut veneer with original finish, recessed wood panel headboards and turned wood supports. 



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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Walnut

1960s Hans Wegner for Getama Bed Frame in Oak with Headboard and Foodboard
1960s Hans Wegner for Getama Bed Frame in Oak with Headboard and Foodboard

1960s Hans Wegner for Getama Bed Frame in Oak with Headboard and Foodboard

$5,000

1960s Hans Wegner for Getama Bed Frame in Oak with Headboard and Foodboard

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Full-Sized Headboard and Footboard Set, designed by Hans Wegner for Getama C. 1959.

Category

1960s Danish Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Steel

Hollywood Regency Bohemian Bedroom Trio Gold Wicker Headboard Chair and Mirror
Hollywood Regency Bohemian Bedroom Trio Gold Wicker Headboard Chair and Mirror

Hollywood Regency Bohemian Bedroom Trio Gold Wicker Headboard Chair and Mirror

$2,495 / set

Hollywood Regency Bohemian Bedroom Trio Gold Wicker Headboard Chair and Mirror

Located in Topeka, KS

Glorious Hollywood Regency Bohemian bedroom trio comprised of a full-size gold wicker scroll headboard, a heart backed gold wicker chair, and a scrolled gold wicker mirror.

Category

Mid-20th Century Bohemian Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Mirror, Wicker

Victorian Painted Full Size Bed Headboard
Victorian Painted Full Size Bed Headboard

Victorian Painted Full Size Bed Headboard

$1,900

Victorian Painted Full Size Bed Headboard

Located in Sheffield, MA

A wonderful example of an American Victorian period Arts & Crafts style furniture. This one a full size double walnut headboard, painted a soft black, the headboard has been raised t...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Wood

Jens Risom Full-Size Upholstered Walnut Headboard
Jens Risom Full-Size Upholstered Walnut Headboard

Jens Risom Full-Size Upholstered Walnut Headboard

$3,500

Jens Risom Full-Size Upholstered Walnut Headboard

By Jens Risom

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Walnut headboard by Jens Risom, c.1960s USA. This frame is made from solid walnut, and a gray upholstered cushion with four buttons. Dimensions 56" width x 4.5" depth x 35.5" height...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Mid-Century Full Size Walnut Headboard by Widdicomb
Mid-Century Full Size Walnut Headboard by Widdicomb

Mid-Century Full Size Walnut Headboard by Widdicomb

$800

Mid-Century Full Size Walnut Headboard by Widdicomb

By Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Transform your bedroom with this Mid-Century Modern Walnut Headboard by Widdicomb, a striking example of timeless design and exceptional craftsmanship. Featuring rich, warm walnut ve...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Walnut

Arts and Crafts Painted Full Size Bed Headboard
Arts and Crafts Painted Full Size Bed Headboard

Arts and Crafts Painted Full Size Bed Headboard

$1,200

Arts and Crafts Painted Full Size Bed Headboard

Located in Sheffield, MA

An American Victorian period Arts & Crafts style bed. This full size double walnut headboard, painted a soft black, the headboard has been raised to 58" high to suit todays bed heights.

Category

Early 20th Century North American Late Victorian Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Wood

Full Size Walnut Headboard by Edmond J. Spence
Full Size Walnut Headboard by Edmond J. Spence

Full Size Walnut Headboard by Edmond J. Spence

$500

Full Size Walnut Headboard by Edmond J. Spence

By Edmond J. Spence

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century sculpted walnut headboard by Edmond J. Spence, circa 1960. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Hardwood, Birch

Mid-Century Modern Young Manufacturing Full Size Walnut Headboard
Mid-Century Modern Young Manufacturing Full Size Walnut Headboard

Mid-Century Modern Young Manufacturing Full Size Walnut Headboard

$595

Mid-Century Modern Young Manufacturing Full Size Walnut Headboard

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

Originally designed for a full-size bed, it can easily accommodate a queen-size mattress when paired with the appropriate metal bed frame.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Headboard, Full Size, Minimalist Design
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Headboard, Full Size, Minimalist Design

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Headboard, Full Size, Minimalist Design

$545

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Headboard, Full Size, Minimalist Design

Located in Trenton, NJ

Measuring 56” wide and 34.5” high, this headboard is sized for a full bed. Its restrained, architectural design makes it a solid addition for collectors seeking mid-century case good...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Headboard, Full Size, Sculptural Cutout
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Headboard, Full Size, Sculptural Cutout

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Headboard, Full Size, Sculptural Cutout

$595

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Headboard, Full Size, Sculptural Cutout

Located in Trenton, NJ

Measuring 55” wide and 33” high, this headboard is sized for a full bed. Its quiet, architectural design makes it a versatile addition for collectors seeking mid-century case goods t...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Wood

Vintage British Colonial Bamboo Headboard, Rattan Medallion, Full size
Vintage British Colonial Bamboo Headboard, Rattan Medallion, Full size

Vintage British Colonial Bamboo Headboard, Rattan Medallion, Full size

$395

Vintage British Colonial Bamboo Headboard, Rattan Medallion, Full size

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Vintage coastal British colonial safari style bamboo headboard with woven rattan medallion. For a Full size bed.

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1940s American British Colonial Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Bamboo

Mid Century Modern Walnut Bedframe With Headboard Full Size
Mid Century Modern Walnut Bedframe With Headboard Full Size

Mid Century Modern Walnut Bedframe With Headboard Full Size

$1,000

Mid Century Modern Walnut Bedframe With Headboard Full Size

Located in Elkton, MD

Full-size bed featuring a three-panel reeded headboard and a low footboard, typical of 1940s Colonial Revival design.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Walnut, Reed

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

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Wood, Walnut

French Antique Walnut Headboard Full Size Bed circa 1900
French Antique Walnut Headboard Full Size Bed circa 1900

French Antique Walnut Headboard Full Size Bed circa 1900

$853

French Antique Walnut Headboard Full Size Bed circa 1900

Located in Labrit, Landes

French massive walnut head board made circa 1900. Typical of the Louis XVI style. This headboard was previously a footboard, so it must be attached to the wall. Hand-carved. Shippin...

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Early 1900s French Louis XVI Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Abalone, Walnut

Mid-Century Storage Headboard by Drexel Declaration- Full Size
Mid-Century Storage Headboard by Drexel Declaration- Full Size

Mid-Century Storage Headboard by Drexel Declaration- Full Size

$525

Mid-Century Storage Headboard by Drexel Declaration- Full Size

By Kipp Stewart, Drexel

Located in Trenton, NJ

Timeless design meets everyday functionality in this Mid-Century Full-Size Drop Front Storage Headboard, attributed to Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Full-Queen Sized Headboard by John Widdicomb
Mid-Century Modern Full-Queen Sized Headboard by John Widdicomb

Mid-Century Modern Full-Queen Sized Headboard by John Widdicomb

$1,185

Mid-Century Modern Full-Queen Sized Headboard by John Widdicomb

By John Widdicomb

Located in Kensington, MD

Mid-Century Modern Full-Queen Sized Headboard by John Widdicomb Additional information: Material: walnut Gracious John Widdicomb style & quality.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Walnut

Danish Midcentury Modern Full-Size Teak Reversible panel Headboard MINT!
Danish Midcentury Modern Full-Size Teak Reversible panel Headboard MINT!

Danish Midcentury Modern Full-Size Teak Reversible panel Headboard MINT!

$1,800

Danish Midcentury Modern Full-Size Teak Reversible panel Headboard MINT!

By Selig

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice Danish mid-century modern teak reversible headboard in MINT condition.

Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Cane, Teak

1930 Art Deco Inlaid Wood Full Size Bed Frame with Headboard
1930 Art Deco Inlaid Wood Full Size Bed Frame with Headboard

1930 Art Deco Inlaid Wood Full Size Bed Frame with Headboard

$3,500

1930 Art Deco Inlaid Wood Full Size Bed Frame with Headboard

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Full-Sized Art Deco Bed, produced in the United States in the 1930s.

Category

1930s American Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern American Light Brown Wood Headboard, Full/Double Size
Mid-Century Modern American Light Brown Wood Headboard, Full/Double Size

Mid-Century Modern American Light Brown Wood Headboard, Full/Double Size

$495

Mid-Century Modern American Light Brown Wood Headboard, Full/Double Size

Located in Trenton, NJ

This headboard reflects the light wood tones favored in much of American mid-century bedroom furniture — a lighter finish that stood apart from the darker traditional furniture that ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Wood

American Walnut Sliding Doors Storage Compartment Full Size Bed Headboard MINT!
American Walnut Sliding Doors Storage Compartment Full Size Bed Headboard MINT!

American Walnut Sliding Doors Storage Compartment Full Size Bed Headboard MINT!

$2,800

American Walnut Sliding Doors Storage Compartment Full Size Bed Headboard MINT!

By American of Martinsville

Located in Rockaway, NJ

American Walnut Sliding Doors Storage Compartment Full Size Bed Headboard MINT!

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Modern Full Size Blond Birds Eye Maple Headboard Bed MINT!
Mid Century Modern Full Size Blond Birds Eye Maple Headboard Bed MINT!

Mid Century Modern Full Size Blond Birds Eye Maple Headboard Bed MINT!

$1,060

Mid Century Modern Full Size Blond Birds Eye Maple Headboard Bed MINT!

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid Century Modern Full Size Blond Birds Eye Maple Headboard Bed MINT!

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Birdseye Maple

1950s George Nakashima Studio Full Size Dovetailed Walnut Headboard Bed Cabinet
1950s George Nakashima Studio Full Size Dovetailed Walnut Headboard Bed Cabinet

1950s George Nakashima Studio Full Size Dovetailed Walnut Headboard Bed Cabinet

$9,750

1950s George Nakashima Studio Full Size Dovetailed Walnut Headboard Bed Cabinet

By George Nakashima

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a very special 1950s George Nakashima headboard, produced at the Nakashima Woodworking studio in New Hope, Pennsylvania. This stunning original example is the vari...

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1950s American Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Wood

60s Mid Century Full "Double" Sized Bed Frame- Headboard + Footboard -Two Avail.
60s Mid Century Full "Double" Sized Bed Frame- Headboard + Footboard -Two Avail.

60s Mid Century Full "Double" Sized Bed Frame- Headboard + Footboard -Two Avail.

$1,800Sale Price|20% Off

60s Mid Century Full "Double" Sized Bed Frame- Headboard + Footboard -Two Avail.

Located in Madison, WI

Very beautiful Walnut Wood Mid Century 1960s Full / "Double" sized bed frame, including the headboard and footboard This headboard can be mounted to a metal bed frame or a platform ...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Walnut

60s Mid Century Full "Double" Sized Bed Frame- Headboard + Footboard -Two Avail.
60s Mid Century Full "Double" Sized Bed Frame- Headboard + Footboard -Two Avail.

60s Mid Century Full "Double" Sized Bed Frame- Headboard + Footboard -Two Avail.

$3,596Sale Price|20% Off

60s Mid Century Full "Double" Sized Bed Frame- Headboard + Footboard -Two Avail.

Located in Madison, WI

A Set of 2--Very beautiful Walnut Wood Mid Century 1960s Full / "Double" sized bed frames, each including the headboard and footboard.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Walnut

60s Mid Century Full "Double" Sized Bed Frame- Headboard + Footboard -Two Avail.
60s Mid Century Full "Double" Sized Bed Frame- Headboard + Footboard -Two Avail.

60s Mid Century Full "Double" Sized Bed Frame- Headboard + Footboard -Two Avail.

$1,800Sale Price|20% Off

60s Mid Century Full "Double" Sized Bed Frame- Headboard + Footboard -Two Avail.

Located in Madison, WI

Very beautiful Walnut Wood Mid Century 1960s Full / "Double" sized bed frame, including the headboard and footboard This headboard can be mounted to a metal bed frame or a platform ...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Full Queen Size Burl Wood Headboard Bed MINT!
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Full Queen Size Burl Wood Headboard Bed MINT!

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Full Queen Size Burl Wood Headboard Bed MINT!

$4,000

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Full Queen Size Burl Wood Headboard Bed MINT!

By Milo Baughman

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Full Queen Size Burl Wood Headboard Bed MINT!

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Burl, Walnut

Art Deco Period Middle Eastern Damascene Inlaid Bed Mother of Pearl Mosaic
Art Deco Period Middle Eastern Damascene Inlaid Bed Mother of Pearl Mosaic

Art Deco Period Middle Eastern Damascene Inlaid Bed Mother of Pearl Mosaic

$4,433

Art Deco Period Middle Eastern Damascene Inlaid Bed Mother of Pearl Mosaic

Located in Buxton, GB

Dimensions 140 x 190 cm EU/UK Full Size Headboard 140 cm Footboard 95 cm A slat base (sommier) is required to sit inside the frame, these can be purchased online

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Fruitwood

Mid Century Modern Lane Staccato Brutalist Oak Mirrored Full Headboard
Mid Century Modern Lane Staccato Brutalist Oak Mirrored Full Headboard

Mid Century Modern Lane Staccato Brutalist Oak Mirrored Full Headboard

$2,100

Mid Century Modern Lane Staccato Brutalist Oak Mirrored Full Headboard

By Lane Furniture

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid century modern Lane Staccato Brutalist full or queen size headboard featuring a mirrored back and oak frame. 568-27.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Mirror, Oak

19th Century English Regency Style Chinoiserie Full Headboard and Footboard
19th Century English Regency Style Chinoiserie Full Headboard and Footboard

19th Century English Regency Style Chinoiserie Full Headboard and Footboard

$21,000

19th Century English Regency Style Chinoiserie Full Headboard and Footboard

Located in Queens, NY

English Regency-style (19th Century) black iron and tole Chinoiserie design full size bed with figures (includes: headboard, footboard, rails).

Category

19th Century Regency Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Full Size Mid-Century Diamond Bedframe
Full Size Mid-Century Diamond Bedframe

Full Size Mid-Century Diamond Bedframe

$1,100

Full Size Mid-Century Diamond Bedframe

By United Furniture Corporation

Located in Brooklyn, NY

With rails will fit a full size mattress, with just the headboard can accommodate a queen size mattress.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Walnut

1960-1970’s Hollywood Regency Bohemian Gold Wicker Accent Chair Heart Shape Back
1960-1970’s Hollywood Regency Bohemian Gold Wicker Accent Chair Heart Shape Back

1960-1970’s Hollywood Regency Bohemian Gold Wicker Accent Chair Heart Shape Back

$1,495

1960-1970’s Hollywood Regency Bohemian Gold Wicker Accent Chair Heart Shape Back

Located in Topeka, KS

NOTE: If you love this gold painted wicker accent chair, we have the matching full-sized headboard and mirror listed here for sale both individually and as a set if they are still av...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Bohemian Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Wicker, Paint

1960-1970’s Hollywood Regency Bohemian Free Standing Mirror Gold Painted Wicker
1960-1970’s Hollywood Regency Bohemian Free Standing Mirror Gold Painted Wicker

1960-1970’s Hollywood Regency Bohemian Free Standing Mirror Gold Painted Wicker

$495

1960-1970’s Hollywood Regency Bohemian Free Standing Mirror Gold Painted Wicker

Located in Topeka, KS

NOTE: If you love this gold painted wicker mirror, we have the matching full-sized headboard and accent, or side chair listed here for sale both individually and as a set if they are...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Bohemian Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Wicker, Mirror

Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Full Size Bed
Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Full Size Bed

Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Full Size Bed

$1,695

Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Full Size Bed

Located in Oakwood, GA

Age: Circa 1890–1910, Late Victorian / Edwardian Period An elegant antique mahogany full-size bedstead, comprising a matching headboard and footboard distinguished by finely execute...

Category

Late 19th Century Edwardian Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Mahogany

Robsjohn-Gibbings Headboard
Robsjohn-Gibbings Headboard

Robsjohn-Gibbings Headboard

$2,100

Robsjohn-Gibbings Headboard

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in New York, NY

Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb headboard for full size bed. Newly restored in an expresso finish.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Brass

Antique Walnut Louis XV Style Full Size Bed with Metal Rails
Antique Walnut Louis XV Style Full Size Bed with Metal Rails

Antique Walnut Louis XV Style Full Size Bed with Metal Rails

$3,590

Antique Walnut Louis XV Style Full Size Bed with Metal Rails

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Antique Walnut Carved Full size French bed Headboard, footboard with metal rails.

Category

19th Century French Louis XV Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Regency Faux Bamboo Headboard
Mid Century Regency Faux Bamboo Headboard

Mid Century Regency Faux Bamboo Headboard

$1,150

Mid Century Regency Faux Bamboo Headboard

By Drexel, Thomasville

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Classic faux bamboo headboard. Full size. Deep detail with muted or celery green finish with white piping.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Wood

French Louis XV Provincial Bleached Full Bed
French Louis XV Provincial Bleached Full Bed

French Louis XV Provincial Bleached Full Bed

$5,750

French Louis XV Provincial Bleached Full Bed

Located in Queens, NY

French Louis XV Provincial-style (19/20th Century) bleached full size bed. (Includes: headboard, footboard, and rails)

Category

19th Century French Louis XV Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Wood

French Carved Queen Sized Tufted Louis XV Style Heaboard
French Carved Queen Sized Tufted Louis XV Style Heaboard

French Carved Queen Sized Tufted Louis XV Style Heaboard

$1,995

French Carved Queen Sized Tufted Louis XV Style Heaboard

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

The buttercream yellow button-tufted upholstery adds a warm, vintage glow that perfectly complements the rich, hand-polished walnut finish. Ideal for a queen or full-size bed, this ...

Category

1950s Louis XV Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Coastal Chinese Chippendale Rattan Headbord
Vintage Coastal Chinese Chippendale Rattan Headbord

Vintage Coastal Chinese Chippendale Rattan Headbord

$1,850

Vintage Coastal Chinese Chippendale Rattan Headbord

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

In great vintage condition, this full/queen-size headboard measures 61" wide x 3" deep x 68" tall.

Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Antique Walnut Louis XV Style Full Size Bed with Metal Rails
Antique Walnut Louis XV Style Full Size Bed with Metal Rails

Antique Walnut Louis XV Style Full Size Bed with Metal Rails

$2,513Sale Price|30% Off

Antique Walnut Louis XV Style Full Size Bed with Metal Rails

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Antique Walnut Carved Full size French bed Headboard, footboard with metal rails.

Category

19th Century French Louis XV Used Full Size Headboards

Materials

Walnut

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Used Full Size Headboards For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of used full size headboards available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique used full size headboards was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and metal. Used full size headboards have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of used full size headboards to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Scandinavian Modern used full size headboards are of considerable interest. Paul McCobb, Drexel and Lane Furniture each produced beautiful used full size headboards that are worth considering.

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.

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