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Antique 18th Century Heavily Carved Four Poster Bed Sublime Detail Must See

$20,567.31
£15,000
€17,494.18
CA$28,163.68
A$31,314.18
CHF 16,350.54
MX$381,169.81
NOK 208,625.72
SEK 195,472.33
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We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare original circa 1780 English hand carved Mahogany four post bed. These beds are about as rare and collectable as they come, the frame is all original, it has beautifully carved and fluted columns which wouldn't look out of place in a grand palace The woodwork has been cleaned waxed and polished, it will have the original patina and so on throughout, we have not refinished it specifically to keep the period patina Dimensions Height:- 203cm, 154.5cm headboard, 85cm footboard Depth:- 152.5cm Length:- 214cm Inside Dimensions Divan base height:- 59.5cm Depth:- 138.5cm Length:- 198cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point. This item is available for collection from our Pulborough warehouses RH20 1DF. We are a privately owned family ran business founded in Wimbledon SW19 and now based in Pulborough RH20. We specialise in finding, restoring very fine luxury antique leather seating, along with every single other type of antique ranging from the 16th century to the 20th century. We also stock a number of designer brands such as Fritz Hansen, Ralph Lauren, Cavalli, Charles & Ray Eames, Vitra, David Linley, Rolex, Tiffany, Jager Le Coulter and so on. CONDITION Please view the very detailed pictures as they form part of the description pertaining to the condition. Please note vintage period and original items such as leather seating will always have natural patina in the form of creasing and wear, we recommend annual waxing to ensure no moisture is lost, also hand dyed leather is not recommended to sit in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time as it will dry out and fade.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 79.93 in (203 cm)Width: 60.04 in (152.5 cm)Depth: 84.26 in (214 cm)
  • Style:
    Georgian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1780-1789
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    West Sussex, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2823330749992

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