Exceptional Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Bed

About the Item

Superb castle bed in walnut entirely carved in the Renaissance style. This bed depicts Prometheus, God and Greek hero, stealing fire with the help of Athena, in order to offer it to humanity. The headboard and the footboard are quite representative of this scene. On either side of the headboard are carved the figures of Prometheus, on the left, and Athena, on the right. The footboard is surmounted by large candlesticks. French work of the 19th century of very good quality. This bed is in good condition. Dimensions Exterior width 1m78 Exterior length 2m10 Total height 2m23 Headboard height only 1m78 Footboard height only 1m66 Height of a character 87cm Sleeping dimensions Interior width 1m55 Interior length 1m95

Dimensions:
Height: 70.08 in (178 cm)Width: 70.08 in (178 cm)Depth: 82.68 in (210 cm)
Style:
Renaissance Revival (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Walnut
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
XIXth century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Beaune, FR
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU6050236800792