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Portuguese Carved and Turned Bed Comprising 17th Century Elements

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A Portuguese bed of carved and turned rosewood with 17th century elements, the headboard profusely mounted with spiral-twist spindles and the footboard between two boldly turned posts that include spiral-twists, brass bed bolts with turned detail This type of bed takes it inspiration with its intricate carving form the Moors and in the 17th century, the turning and carving became more elaborate as on this offered example. Inside measurement: 74.5" L x 51" W Several example of these type of beds carved in a similar vein, are illustrated in the guide to the Museu-Escola de Artes Decorativesas Portuguesas, Lisbon, 2001, pp. 234-235. J.F. Da Silva Nascimento, Leitos e Camilhas Portugueses, Lisbon, 1950, figs. 17, 19, and 20, illustrates various related examples of Portuguese beds with similar turned and carved decoration.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 93.5 in (237.49 cm)Width: 56.5 in (143.51 cm)Depth: 85.5 in (217.17 cm)
  • Style:
    Moorish (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    17th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: NB1stDibs: LU86776450793

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