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Empire period bed with its canopy

About the Item

Empire period bed in solid mahogany and mahogany veneer, richly decorated with finely chased and gilded bronzes, with its canopy. The front of the bed features a lyre in the center, framed by two sheath feet with shafts decorated with caduceus and Mercury busts surmounted by a ball. The front features a crosspiece with palmettes and laurel wreaths. The back, with two uprights flanked by fleurons, is topped by a scrolled pediment featuring a semicircular bowl set between foliage, a medusa head and two laurel wreaths. It is furnished with a mattress (180x85 cm) and three cushions. The canopy is upholstered in a yellow jacquard fabric with bees. The canopy is adjustable up to 4m in height. The bed is also sold without the canopy.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 49.22 in (125 cm)Width: 77.56 in (197 cm)Depth: 33.86 in (86 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1810-1819
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1810
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 35181stDibs: LU2065343741862

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