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

About the Item

19th century Baroque bed, original Lisbon bed This Queen size 4-poster bed is hand carved with elaborate details, spiral turned post, 3D open spiral twist spindles, and Moorish details represented by the repetition of arches. It is carved and turned from solid mahogany wood which is known for its natural distressing and characteristics. This bed is a current representation of Indo-Portuguese furniture. An era long passed and almost lost. Indo-Portuguese beginnings Moorish architecture is a variation of Islamic architecture. It developed as a group of individuals of Islamic faith spread from the Middle East to the Maghreb, an area which included parts of North Africa and Spain. Their architecture was noted for its unique characteristics, a result of the intertwined influences of culture and religion. Some of the most prominent examples of Moorish architecture can be found in Spain with most built between the beginning of the 12th century and the end of the 16th century. With this new cultural influence there came an advancement of ornamental art especially in Northern India.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 77.56 in (197 cm)Width: 60.63 in (154 cm)Depth: 77.96 in (198 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (In the Style Of)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1726241714072