What is the difference between a canopy bed and a four poster bed?

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.

Is it a four-post bed or four-poster bed?

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?

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 a tester on a four poster bed?

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 top of a four-poster bed called?

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?

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.

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James Krenov Furniture

Federal King Bed

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Early Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

1860s Walnut Four Poster Bed

$5,000

H 94 in W 85 in D 76 in

18th Century Colonial Walnut Rope Poster Bed

Located in Unionville, TN

This remarkable circa 1790 walnut rope bed represents a rare and exceptional example of late 18th

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Antique 1790s American Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

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H 56.75 in W 52.5 in D 6 in

20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

Located in LEGNY, FR

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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

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Silk, Walnut

20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

$2,371 Sale Price

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H 78.75 in W 59.06 in D 74.81 in

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Located in Miami, FL

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

Located in Miami, FL

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Walnut

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$6,890

H 66.15 in W 54.73 in D 78.75 in

Early 20th Carved Medallions Full Bed, Original Four Poster Lisbon Bed

Located in Miami, FL

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Walnut

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Located in Miami, FL

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Walnut

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$6,890

H 68.51 in W 55.12 in D 78.75 in

Four Poster Contemporary Pencil Post Bed by Boyd & Allister

By Boyd & Allister

Located in Santa Fe, NM

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Four Poster Contemporary Pencil Post Bed by Boyd & Allister

$4,900 / item

H 78 in W 63.5 in D 83.5 in

Holly Hunt Sorraia Queen Size Walnut Canopy Bed

By HOLLY HUNT

Located in Rio Vista, CA

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Holly Hunt Sorraia Queen Size Walnut Canopy Bed

$8,800

H 90 in W 66.5 in D 88.25 in

American Colonial Style Walnut Semi-Poster Full Size Bedframe

Located in Germantown, MD

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Early 20th Century American American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

American Colonial Style Walnut Semi-Poster Full Size Bedframe

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H 54.5 in W 58 in D 88 in

1920s Foote-Reynold Co. Mahogany and Walnut Semi-Poster Single Size Bedstead

Located in Germantown, MD

An absolutely stunning semi poster single Bedstead by Foote-Reynold Furniture company (1919-1926

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Hardwood, Mahogany, Walnut

1920s Foote-Reynold Co. Mahogany and Walnut Semi-Poster Single Size Bedstead

$906 Sale Price

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H 53 in W 39.5 in D 81.25 in

A Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk By Wilkinson & Son, London

By Thomas Wilkinson & Sons

Located in London, GB

like a carved walnut four-poster bed with spring mattress and veneered mahogany furniture. By the

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Antique 1830s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Walnut

A Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk By Wilkinson & Son, London

$5,422

H 32.68 in W 22.45 in D 25.2 in

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Located in London, GB

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Antique 1880s French Louis XIII Bedroom Sets

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Walnut

Louis XIII Style Queen Sized Four Poster Bed and Two Bedside Cabinets C1880

H 104 in W 64 in D 83 in

19THC CARVED WALNUT POSTER BED

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19THC EARLY HAND CARVED POSTER BED WITH CARVED DETAIL TO THE HEADBOARD AND POST .THE CONDITION IS

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Antique 19th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

19THC CARVED WALNUT POSTER BED

H 73 in W 56 in D 74 in

Ralph Lauren Carved Walnut King Size Poster Bed

By Ralph Lauren

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding carved walnut king size poster bed By Ralph Lauren "Polo" collection USA

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Late 20th Century American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Ralph Lauren Carved Walnut King Size Poster Bed

H 67.25 in W 82.63 in L 67.25 in

20th Century Baroque Rococo Carved Walnut Four Poster Bed

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

20TH CENTURY BAROQUE ROCOCO CARVED WALNUT MASSIVE FOUR POSTER BED HERE WE HAVE A STUNNING FOUR

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Vintage 1950s English Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

20th Century Baroque Rococo Carved Walnut Four Poster Bed

H 92 in W 83 in D 89 in

20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

Located in LEGNY, FR

Beautiful and rare 20th century French walnut between Louis XV and Louis XVI style four poster bed

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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

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Silk, Walnut

20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

H 78.75 in W 59.06 in D 74.81 in

20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

Located in LEGNY, FR

Beautiful and rare 20th century French walnut between Louis XV and Louis XVI style four-poster bed

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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

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20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

H 78.75 in W 59.06 in D 74.81 in

20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

Located in LEGNY, FR

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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

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20th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Four-Poster Bed

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Located in Dayton, OH

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H 63 in W 84 in L 63 in

English 1870s Walnut Barley Twist Four-Poster Bed with Carved Toupie Finials

Located in Atlanta, GA

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Antique Late 19th Century English Beds and Bed Frames

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English 1870s Walnut Barley Twist Four-Poster Bed with Carved Toupie Finials

H 82 in W 80 in L 82 in

Martin Goebel Unique Handcrafted Black Walnut King Size Poster Bed Barley Twist

By Martin Goebel

Located in St. Louis, MO

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21st Century and Contemporary American Jacobean Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Martin Goebel Unique Handcrafted Black Walnut King Size Poster Bed Barley Twist

H 90.5 in W 83 in D 90 in

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Located in London, Park Royal

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Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Circa Mid 1800's Italian Baroque Style Four Poster Bed In Carved Walnut

H 68.9 in W 72.05 in D 80.32 in

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

Located in Miami, FL

19th century Baroque bed, original Spanish bed. This queen size 4-poster bed is handcarved with

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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 Turned Poster Spanish Bed

H 70.48 in W 61.03 in D 78.75 in

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

Located in Miami, FL

19th century Baroque bed, original Spanish bed. This queen size 4-poster bed is hand carved with

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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

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

H 72.45 in W 61.03 in D 78.75 in

Nancy Corzine Carved Walnut Silk Tufted Designer King Size Four Poster Bed

By Nancy Corzine

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Nancy Corzine carved walnut silk tufted designer king size four poster bed. Includes the headboard

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20th Century North American Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames

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Mahogany

Nancy Corzine Carved Walnut Silk Tufted Designer King Size Four Poster Bed

H 88 in W 83.5 in D 88 in

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

Located in Miami, FL

for the shipping, the This Full size 4-poster bed is hand carved with elaborate details, spiral

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Walnut

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

H 63.78 in W 43.71 in D 80.71 in

Queen Size Four-Poster Bed by Tommi Parzinger

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This beautiful four-poster queen size bed, designed to gracefully float in a room, was designed by

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Vintage 1960s American Beds and Bed Frames

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Queen Size Four-Poster Bed by Tommi Parzinger

H 82 in W 65 in D 84 in

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Located in London, GB

This is an exquisite vintage oak four poster bed with canopy, mid-20th century in date, with a pair

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Marble

Vintage King Size Jacobean Four Poster Bed and Pair Bedside Cabinets

H 83.86 in W 76.38 in L 83.86 in

19th Century Carved Walnut Poster Bed

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th century hand-carved poster bed with carved detail to the headboard and posts. Wonderful

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Antique 19th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Carved Walnut Poster Bed

H 94 in W 85 in D 72 in

Pair of Early 20th Century Spanish Majorcan Walnut Poster Beds

Located in San Marino, CA

Pair of early 20th century Majorcan poster beds. Twin size. Plaques on bed date them to 1923

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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Early 20th Century Spanish Majorcan Walnut Poster Beds

H 82.25 in W 40 in D 80.5 in

Renaissance Four-Poster Bed, 17th Century

Located in Greding, DE

Large four-poster bed with a richly carved walnut frame. The canopy is supported by twisted columns

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Antique 17th Century Renaissance Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Renaissance Four-Poster Bed, 17th Century

H 74.41 in W 48.43 in D 73.23 in

19th Century Four Poster, Italian Bed

Located in London, Park Royal

Solid Walnut Italian four poster bed. The columns seems to be of an earlier period (18th century

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Four Poster, Italian Bed

H 63.78 in W 72.05 in D 86.62 in

18th Century Four Poster Baroque Queen Bed, Original Lisbon Bed

Located in Miami, FL

18th century Baroque bed, original Lisbon bed A Portuguese bed of carved and turned walnut with

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Antique Late 18th Century Portuguese Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Four Poster Baroque Queen Bed, Original Lisbon Bed

H 76.78 in W 61.03 in D 81.5 in

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

Located in Miami, FL

19th Century baroque bed, original Spanish bed. This queen size 4-poster bed is hand carved with

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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

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

H 70.48 in W 55.12 in D 77.56 in

19th Century, Baroque Queen Bed, Original Four Poster Spanish Bed

Located in Miami, FL

19th century Baroque bed, original Spanish bed. This queen size 4-poster bed is hand carved with

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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

19th Century, Baroque Queen Bed, Original Four Poster Spanish Bed

H 69.69 in W 61.03 in D 80.71 in

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

Located in Miami, FL

for the shipping, the This Queen size 4-poster bed is hand carved with elaborate details, spiral

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Antique Late 19th Century Portuguese Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

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 Poster Lisbon Bed

Located in Miami, FL

19th century Baroque bed, original Lisbon bed This Queen size 4-poster bed is hand carved with

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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

H 76.78 in W 56.42 in D 76.78 in

French Colonial Four-Poster King Bed in West Indies Walnut, Haiti, circa 1830

Located in Miami, FL

A very beautiful French Colonial bed in West Indies walnut with turned posts and paneled headboard

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French Colonial Four-Poster King Bed in West Indies Walnut, Haiti, circa 1830

H 77 in W 86 in D 86 in

Early 20th Carved Medallions Queen Bed, Original Four Poster Lisbon Bed

Located in Miami, FL

19th century Baroque bed, original Lisbon bed This Queen size 4-poster bed is hand carved with

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Early 20th Century Portuguese Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th Carved Medallions Queen Bed, Original Four Poster Lisbon Bed

H 64.57 in W 61.03 in D 80.71 in

18th Century Carved Wood Four Poster Canopy Bed Frame

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare one-of-a-kind 18th century American Baroque style four poster canopy bed frame. The scalloped

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Antique 18th Century American Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

18th Century Carved Wood Four Poster Canopy Bed Frame

H 83 in W 70 in D 83 in

Leonards Sackonk MA 19th Century Bed King Sized Burled Walnut Bed

Located in Manhasset, NY

A 19th century custom king sized burled walnut our poster bed. Leonards Sackonk, MA custom made bed

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Antique 1890s American Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Leonards Sackonk MA 19th Century Bed King Sized Burled Walnut Bed

H 77.25 in W 88.5 in D 81.5 in

American Twin Size Poster Bed with Fleur-de-Lys Back, circa 1890

Located in Southampton, NY

American twin size poster bed with fleur-de-lys-back. This is a very playful design for a twin bed

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

American Twin Size Poster Bed with Fleur-de-Lys Back, circa 1890

H 48.63 in W 80.25 in D 41.5 in

Henredon Mid-Century Faux Bamboo and Cane Queen Size Poster Headboard, 1960s

By Henredon

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency queen size poster headboard By Henredon USA

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Henredon Mid-Century Faux Bamboo and Cane Queen Size Poster Headboard, 1960s

H 79.25 in W 60 in D 2.5 in

Finely Carved Italian Baroque Walnut Four Poster Single Bed

Located in Darwen, GB

A finely carved Italian Baroque walnut four-poster bed single bed. Having an upholstered canopy

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Antique 1880s Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Finely Carved Italian Baroque Walnut Four Poster Single Bed

H 83 in W 79 in D 49 in

Antique 19th Century Carved Walnut Victorian Full Size Four Poster Bed

Located in Charlotte, NC

An antique Victorian style full size four poster bed, unbranded. Walnut and walnut veneers with

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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

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Metal

Antique 19th Century Carved Walnut Victorian Full Size Four Poster Bed

H 64 in W 57.5 in D 83.5 in

Grand Portuguese Four Poster Barley Twist Double Bed, 1890

Located in London, GB

An outstanding grand Portuguese Four Poster double bed in original condition circa 1890 in solid

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Antique 1890s Portuguese Romantic Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

Grand Portuguese Four Poster Barley Twist Double Bed, 1890

H 79 in W 58 in D 81 in

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American Classical Bobbin Turned Fruitwood Spindle Bed

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Find many varieties of an authentic walnut poster bed available at 1stDibs. Each walnut poster bed for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and fabric. There are many kinds of the walnut poster bed you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right walnut poster bed, those designed in Louis XVI, Art Deco and Baroque styles are of considerable interest. Nancy Corzine each produced at least one beautiful walnut poster bed that is 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.

Questions About Walnut Poster Bed

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.
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 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 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.

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