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Antique Queen-Size Carved Four-Poster American Empire Bed, Philadelphia, c 1825

$29,000

£22,004.53

€25,160.22

CA$40,505.14

A$45,036.20

CHF 23,515.42

MX$548,200.22

NOK 300,046.50

SEK 281,129.24

DKK 187,775.32

About the Item

An extraordinary American empire four-poster bed in cherry wood from the Philadelphia area that appears in the book, Philadelphia Empire Furniture by Boor. Features an elaborate series of foliage-carved turnings, gadrooned edged urns and spiral acanthus leafage with a central basket of fruit, flanked by cornucopias, adorning the headboard. Presently fits a queen mattress, but may be modified to fit a king mattress in our workshop for an additional cost. Philadelphia, circa 1825 Dimensions: 62" wide x 91" long x 103" high (with tester); 62" height of headboard. Note: You should always request a shipping quote. Quoted amounts are an estimate of what it might cost to ship out to you based on destinations of the greatest distance. We would love to find you a better quote if possible.

Dimensions:
Height: 103 in (261.62 cm)Width: 62 in (157.48 cm)Depth: 91 in (231.14 cm)
Style:
Empire (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Cherry,Poplar,Hand-Carved,Turned
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1820-1829
Date of Manufacture:
Circa 1825
Condition:
Refinished. Additions or alterations made to the original: Side rails were lengthened to 80" to fit a queen mattress. Wear consistent with age and use. Side rails were modified to fit a queen mattress & box. Made of solid 6" x 6" cherry or poplar square stock, that was turned & carved for the posts. Has original dark varnish finish.
Seller Location:
Miami, FL
Reference Number:
Seller: BED000031stDibs: LU9881835429

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