Items Similar to Early 20th Century Mahogany Canopy or Tester Bed from British India
- Want more images or videos?Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 21
Early 20th Century Mahogany Canopy or Tester Bed from British India
$5,900
About
This circa 1900 hand-carved mahogany tester bed is a treasure from Kolkata, once the capital of British India. The head- and footboards are mirror images, with Grecian urns carved in the center and panes with carved flowers on both sides. The center tester supports have a complementary design, with barley twist posts extending to the canopy. If desired, supports and canopy can be removed (see image #18). The bed assembles with 4 long bolts and a key (see last image) and includes sturdy bed slats (not shown). The frame fits a queen-size mattress. Note that the wood has its original finish. If/when it is restored, it will be an even more magnificent piece of Anglo Raj history.
Details
- DimensionsHeight: 89 in. (226.06 cm)Width: 71 in. (180.34 cm)Depth: 89 in. (226.06 cm)
- StyleAnglo-Indian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques
- Place of Origin
- Period
- Date of Manufacturecirca 1900
- ConditionWear consistent with age and use. This tester bed has its original finish and can use some TLC to restore it to its original grandeur.
- Seller LocationHeath, MA
- Reference Number1stDibs: LU1766211308163
Shipping & Returns
- ShippingRates vary by destination and complexity.Ships From: Heath, MA
- Return Policy
A return for this item may be initiated within 3 days of delivery.
1stDibs Buyer Protection Guaranteed
If your item arrives not as described, we’ll work with you and the seller to make it right. Learn more
About the SellerLocated in Heath, MA
5 / 5
Platinum Seller
These expertly vetted sellers are 1stDibs' most experienced sellers and are rated highest by our customers.
Established in 1984
1stDibs seller since 2015
201 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
More From This Seller
- Located in Heath, MAMahogany four-poster tester bed from British India, circa 1920, with elaborate hand carvings of two winged godde...Category
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Beds and Bed Frames
MaterialsMahogany, Mirror
- Located in Heath, MAA richly toned mahogany bed with tester canopy from northern India, circa 1930. The intricately carved frame has...Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Beds and Bed Frames
MaterialsMirror, Mahogany
- Located in Heath, MAHand-carved mahogany four post bed from British India, circa 1920. This queen-sized bed, which was restored at s...Category
Early 20th Century Indian British Colonial Beds and Bed Frames
MaterialsMahogany
- Located in Heath, MAOriginally used for water storage, this hand-hammered brass vessel from India has authentic texture, wonderful p...Category
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Urns
MaterialsBrass
- Located in Heath, MAA tall and splendid piece, this Anglo-Indian carved mahogany armoire was constructed in three pieces for greater...Category
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Wardrobes and Armoires
MaterialsMirror, Mahogany
- Located in Heath, MAIndo-Portuguese hutch or display case in rich mahogany with carved acanthus details, circa 1900. The cabinet is ...Category
Early 20th Century Indian British Colonial Buffets
MaterialsMahogany
You May Also Like
Aluminum Canopy, Tester Bed
By Paul Mayen, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Interesting solid aluminum canopy, or tester, twin size bed. Stylish design after Baughman, Mayen etc.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Aluminum
Early 19th Century Charleston Mahogany Four-Poster Bed with Tester
Located in Charleston, SC
This classical four-poster bed was made in Charleston, South Carolina, in the first quarter of the 19th century. This piece features carving on the foot posts in the form of reeded p...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Mahogany Frame Four-Poster Bed
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A most attractive early 20th century mahogany-framed four-poster bed. The posts with well carved detail. The serpentine shaped canapé with finely carved deep decoration. Over a cave...
Category
20th Century English Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Iron Bed
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 20th century iron bed
Dimension of the front is 49"
the back front is 38.75"
the base to the floor is 11" H
Dimension for a mattress is 75" x 33".
Category
Early 20th Century French Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass, Iron
Early 19th Century Chinese Canopy Bed
Located in Chicago, IL
A Chinese canopy bed was typically part of a bride's dowry or a gift to a courtesan. It grew to be an important household status symbol, and the subject of rivalry among wives and co...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Daybeds
Materials
Rattan, Elm
English Cuban Mahogany Tester Bed
Located in Charleston, SC
English Cuban Mahogany tester bed with carved acanthus reeded post, gadrooning molded tester, terminating on Chippendale Marlboro feet with brass casters. Dealers please call for tr...
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Beds and Bed Frames
Early 20th Century Art Deco Birchwood Bed
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
An Art Deco birchwood bed. En suite with 7169. The bed with flared integral ends to the top section. Quite beautifully figured timbers all veneered in short panels. The whole again o...
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wood
Charleston Mahogany Classical Tester Bed. Charleston, Circa 1815-20
Located in Charleston, SC
Charleston Classical mahogany four poster tester bed with acanthus, pineapple, and barley twist foot posts, simple tapered head posts, original white pine head board, original side r...
Category
Antique 19th Century American American Classical Beds and Bed Frames
The 1stDibs Promise
Learn MoreExpertly Vetted Sellers
Confidence at Checkout
Price-Match Guarantee
Exceptional Support
Buyer Protection
Insured Global Delivery