Like France’s Empire style, Regency-style furniture was rooted in neoclassicism; the characteristics of its bedroom furniture, armchairs, dining room tables and other items include clean lines, angular shapes and elegant details.
Dating roughly from the 1790s to 1830s, antique Regency-style furniture gets its name from Prince George of Wales — formally King George IV — who became Prince Regent in 1811 after his father, George III, was declared unfit to rule. England’s Regency style is one of the styles represented in Georgian furniture.
George IV’s arts patronage significantly influenced the development of the Regency style, such as the architectural projects under John Nash, which included the renovation of Buckingham House into the formidable Buckingham Palace with a grand neoclassical facade. Celebrated designers of the period include Thomas Sheraton, Henry Holland and Thomas Hope. Like Nash, Hope instilled his work with classical influences, such as saber-legged chairs based on the ancient Greek klismos. He is credited with introducing the term “interior decoration” to English with the 1807 publishing of Household Furniture and Interior Decoration.
Although more subdued than previous styles like Rococo and Baroque, Regency interiors incorporated copious use of chintz fabrics and wallpaper adorned in chinoiserie-style art. Its furniture featured fine materials and luxurious embellishments. Furniture maker George Bullock, for instance, regularly used detailed wood marquetry and metal ornaments on his pieces.
Archaeological discoveries in Egypt and Greece informed Regency-era details, such as carved scrollwork, sphinxes and palmettes, as well as the shape of furniture. A Roman marble cinerary chest, for example, would be reinterpreted into a wooden cabinet. The Napoleonic Wars also inspired furniture, with martial designs like tented beds and camp-style chairs becoming popular. While the reddish-brown mahogany was prominent in this range of pieces, imported woods like zebrawood and ebony were increasingly in demand.
Find a collection of antique Regency tables, seating, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Pair Kindel Furniture Oxford Mahogany Lyre Twin Size Bedframes, Circa 1940s
Located in Germantown, MD
A Rare Pair of Kindel Furniture Oxford Mahogany Lyre Twin Size Bedframes, Circa 1940s. Overall measurements with 39" in with, 81" in depth and 41" in height at the headboard, 25.5" ...
Hardwood, Mahogany
Mid 20th Century Solid Cherry Semi Poster Full Size Bed Frame
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid 20th Century Solid Cherry Semi Poster Full Size Bed Frame. Overall measurements with 57.5" in with, 81.5" in depth and 67.5" in height at the tip of the candle form finials. h...
Hardwood, Mahogany
Mid-Century Cherry Full Size Bedstead
Located in Germantown, MD
For your consideration is this Mid-Century Cherry Full Size Bedstead in great vintage condition Measures 57" in width, 24.25" in depth and 85.5" in height at the headboard, 34.5" he...
Cherry
Vintage Custom Queen Platform Bed In Scalamandre “Jakarta”:
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage custom queen platform bed is a refined statement piece, expertly crafted from solid wood and upholstered in the iconic Scalamandre “Jakarta” fabric. The bold, intricate ...
Wood, Fabric, Upholstery
King Size Mahogany Low Post Bed by Leighton Hall
Located in Suwanee, GA
This is a new traditional king size mahogany Low Post Bed by Leighton Hall Furniture. Its design was inspired by poster beds from the Regency period and features simple round tapered posts and a straight grain mahogany headboard. Approximate dimensions: Width 83 in., depth 90 in., height 55 in., Headboard height: 55 in. Height from floor to bottom of box springs: 16 in. Optional features include optional finishes and sizes (Queen size available). The last picture shows a similar bed (The Rice Carved...
Mahogany
Caned Regency Sleigh King Bed
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Regency style Anglo-Indian bed. With a modestly scrolled headboard and footboard with caned panels. Reeded rails, flowerhead carved roundels, scroll carvings and turned tapered leg...
Wood
French Spindled 19th Century Walnut Decorative Cradle, Swan Motif
Located in Stamford, CT
French Spindled 19th Century Walnut Decorative Cradle, Swan Motif A stunning cradle or baby crib. The birch or walnut wood bassinet is simply darling. The long swan neck in place to hold a mobile for the baby to play with leading to a swinging crib...
Fabric, Wood
King Size Mahogany Rice Carved Poster Bed by Leighton Hall
Located in Suwanee, GA
This is a new traditional king size mahogany rice carved poster bed by Leighton Hall Furniture. It’s design was inspired by p...
Mahogany
King Size Mahogany Plantation Poster Bed by Leighton Hall
Located in Suwanee, GA
This is a new traditional king size mahogany Plantation poster bed by Leighton Hall Furniture. It’s design was inspired by Car...
Mahogany
King Size Mahogany Pencil Post Bed by Leighton Hall
Located in Suwanee, GA
This is a new traditional king size mahogany Pencil Post Bed by Leighton Hall Furniture. It’s design was inspired by poster beds from the Regency perio...
Mahogany
King Size Mahogany Poster Bed by Leighton Hall
Located in Suwanee, GA
This is a new traditional king size mahogany poster bed by Leighton Hall Furniture. It’s design was inspired by traditional poster beds from the past and features hand carved fluted posts and a radial cut crotch mahogany headboard. Approximate dimensions: Width 85 in., depth 91 in., height 88 3/4 in., headboard height 62 in., Height from floor to bottom of box springs: 11 3/4 in. Height from floor to bottom of rails: 10 5/8 in. Space between rails (room for mattress/box springs): 79 3/4 in. Distance from headboard to footboard (room for mattress/box springs): 84 3/4 in. Optional features include optional finishes. The last two pictures (Rice Carved Poster Bed...
Mahogany
Vintage Regency Gilt Tipped Cane Twin Bedframe
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of regal elegance to your bedroom with this Vintage Regency Gilt Tipped Cane Twin Bedframe. Featuring classic Regency design elements, this bedframe boasts beautifully cr...
Cane
Vintage French Regency Neoclassical Rosewood & Satinwood King Size Bed Headboard
By Kittinger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Regency Neoclassical Rosewood and Satinwood King Size Bed Headboard with Brass Ormolu and Brass Acorn Finials attributed to Kittinger. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurem...
Wood
Pair of Antique Wrought Iron Twin Headboards
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of chic twin size wrought iron headboards with Greek key and fleur de lis design. Bolts to standard metal bedframe. Overall good condition with some wear to painted finish from ...
Wrought Iron
Queen Size Mahogany Pencil Post Bed by Leighton Hall
Located in Suwanee, GA
This is a new traditional queen size mahogany pencil post bed by Leighton Hall Furniture. It’s design was inspired by poster beds from the Regency peri...
Mahogany
Vintage Regency Upholstered Queen Headboard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This magnificent oversized headboard is a masterclass in Hollywood Regency glamour, featuring a dramatic stepped pagoda-inspired silhouette that commands attention. Upholstered in a ...
Fabric, Wood
Traditional King Size Mahogany Low Post Bed by Leighton Hall
Located in Suwanee, GA
This is a new traditional king size mahogany low post bed by Leighton Hall Furniture. Its design was inspired by traditional poster beds from the past and features hand carved fluted...
Mahogany
19th Century English Regency Style Chinoiserie Full Headboard and Footboard
Located in Queens, NY
English Regency-style (19th Century) black iron and tole Chinoiserie design full size bed with figures (includes: headboard, footboard, rails).
Iron, Wrought Iron
18th Century Italian Venetian Chinese Style Painted Headboard
Located in Southampton, NY
18th century Italian Venetian Chinese style painted headboard having a Chinese Pagoda style form and Chinoiserie Design.
Wood, Paint
Vintage Regency Italian Palladio Gilt Twin Headboards. - a Pair
By Palladio
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A spectacular pair of vintage Italian twin headboards. Made by the legendary Palladio group. Beautiful gilt over metal in a chic scroll design. Tipped in a deep orange color. Tagged....
Metal
Vintage Regency Washed Chinese Chippendale Twin Headboards - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Transform your bedroom with this stunning set of two Vintage Regency Washed Chinese Chippendale Twin Headboards, where classic design meets timeless e...
Wood
English Regency Bird's-Eye Maple Baby Cradle with Drawer and Lion Paw Feet
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
An exceptional English Regency baby cradle crafted in beautifully figured bird's-eye maple with contrasting ebonized accents, dating to the second quarter of the 19th century. The el...
Brass, Bronze
Drexel Regency Carved Mahogany Twin Headboards, Pair
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Regency or Sheraton style carved mahogany twin size headboards By Drexel USA, 1950s Each measures: 41.25"W x 3"D x 38"H. Very good original vintage condition.
Mahogany
Vintage Regency Brass Queen Headboard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A gorgeous vintage brass queen size headboard. Acquired at a Palm Beach estate.
Brass
H 92.5 in W 82.75 in D 91.25 in
Chippendale Mahogany Four-Post Bed
Located in Westwood, NJ
Chippendale style four-post bed US King, finest mahogany flame veneers and satinwood crossbanding on the head and footboard, high turned and reeded posts on ...
Mahogany
H 5 in W 72 in D 92 in
Walnut Minimalist Handmade Platform Queen Bed Frame, Judd Style
By Donald Judd, George Nakashima, Figure Ground
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An ode to our friend Donald Judd, the bedframe design employs the tatami style of Japanese Rooms and the Hygge of Danish comfort. The reveal is celebrated in its shadow. Rest happens closer to the ground for cooler sleeping. The base is composed of a hardwood armature. This bed frame comes flat packable with instructions. Own a figure ground original! Dimensions Length 96" Width 76...
Plywood
H 53 in W 91 in D 64.25 in
Double Caned White Hand Carved French Euro King Bed
Located in Malibu, CA
Double Caned White Hand-Carved French Euro King Bed. Early 20th-century hardwood frame with carved details and double caned headboard and footboard. Finished in soft white. Sturdy co...
Cane, Hardwood
H 97.5 in W 86 in D 88.25 in
George III Mahogany and Gilt Four Post King Bed
Located in Westwood, NJ
A carved mahogany, flame mahogany veneered and parcel gilt four poster King bed, the arched headboard with a carved cornice and finely carved acan...
Mahogany
H 66.15 in W 54.73 in D 78.75 in
19th Century, Baroque Full Bed, Original Four Fluted Poster Spanish Bed
Located in Miami, FL
19th Century baroque bed, original Spanish bed. This queen size 4-poster bed is hand carved with elaborate details, fluted turned post, 3D open spiral twist...
Walnut
H 10 in W 85 in D 64 in
Dovetailed Platform Bed in Ash, Queen Size
Located in Princeton, NJ
This bed is designed to accommodate a contemporary aesthetic. This design is carefully handmade, featuring detailed construction and traditional technique which utilizes the interloc...
Ash
H 40.5 in W 58 in D 81 in
Vintage Pennsylvania House Jenny Lind Style Cherry Full Size Spindle Bed
Located in Dayton, OH
This gorgeous vintage Pennsylvania House Early American Cherry spindle bed frame showcases timeless craftsmanship and classic Colonial styling. Built from premium solid wood with a w...
Cherry
H 60.5 in W 81 in D 94 in
Rosewood King Size Slatted Sleigh Bed
Located in Germantown, MD
Absolutely beautiful King Size Slatted Sleigh Bed in rosewood finish in very good Vintage condition. Comes with hardware and original mattress slats. Measures 81" in width, 94" in l...
Hardwood, Rosewood
H 86.75 in W 65.5 in D 88 in
Georgian Carved Solid Cherry Wood King Size Poster Bed
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style four poster king size bed USA, Late 20th Century Beautiful carved solid cherry wood, with brass accents. Measures: 65.5"W x 88"D x 86.75"H...
Brass
H 12.75 in W 36 in D 77 in
Vintage Mahogany Filigree Twin Bed C1940
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage twin bed made from mahogany wood, dating back to circa 1940. The bed features intricate filigree work on the headboard and footboard as well as turned posts, showcasing the...
Mahogany
H 40 in W 39.5 in D 80 in
Kindel Furniture Federal Carved Mahogany Twin Size Beds, Circa 1960s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Federal or Regency style carved mahogany twin size beds By Kindel Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Each measures: 39.5"W x 80"D x 40"H. Good original vintage condit...
Mahogany
H 54.25 in W 81 in D 49.25 in
French Early 20th Century Full Metal Bed
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A full-sized metal bed from early 20th century France, its frame is characterized by an arched head and footboard that have been ornamented with subtle Neoclassical scrolled details....
Metal, Iron
H 47.5 in W 80 in D 3 in
Mid-Century Italian Carved Regency Style Palm Finial King Headboard In Velvet
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an Italian carved Regency style headboard. The mushroom colored velvet is new. The bed is unmarked and in very good condition. The palm finials add the right touch!
Velvet, Poplar
H 98 in W 68 in D 88 in
Baker Furniture Company Michael Smith Portsmith Canopy 4 Poster Queen Bed
By Michael S. Smith, Baker Furniture Company
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Baker Furniture Company Michael Smith Portsmith Canopy 4 Poster Queen Bed. Bedframe Only. No bedding or no mattress.
Wood
H 80 in W 82 in D 85.5 in
Monumental Vintage King Size Bamboo Canopy Coastal Regency Style Bed Frame
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
A wonderful monumental size vintage solid bamboo king size canopy bed frame. This is a gorgeous show stopper of a bed which will be the envy of all who see it. The bed frame is made ...
Bamboo
H 89 in W 86 in D 86 in
Late 20th Century Cerused Faux Bamboo Canopy King Bed W Tole Metal Leaf Finials
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A stunning Late 20th Century faux bamboo canopy king bed featuring a beautifully cerused finish, original upholstered headboard, and intricate tole metal...
Faux Bamboo, Wood
H 91.5 in W 68 in D 88 in
Italian Hand Painted Regency Style Queen Bed W/ Palm Fronds By Patina
Located in Kennesaw, GA
Fantastic hand painted regency style queen size four poster bed with palm frond finials. It is hand crafted in Italy by Patina, and it is marked. The frame is complete and beautifull...
Wood
H 50 in W 59.5 in D 82 in
A French painted and carved full size bed, in the Regency style, C. 1900.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Having an arched headboard and footboard, each with a nice band of carving, the footboard also has nicely curved corners and the whole rests on very elaborate carved feet. This bed i...
Upholstery, Wood
H 50 in W 78 in D 1 in
Vintage Regency Cast Metal Scroll King Headboard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your bedroom decor with this vintage Regency cast metal scroll king headboard. Featuring intricate scrollwork and a graceful design, this piece exudes timeless elegance and s...
Metal
H 55.5 in W 84 in D 82 in
Vintage Regency Flame Mahogany King Sleigh Bed After Ralph Lauren
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Regency Flame Mahogany King Sleigh Bed, inspired by Ralph Lauren's classic style. Exudes elegance with its rich wood finish and timeless design. A statement piece for a luxur...
Mahogany
H 90 in W 85.5 in D 85 in
Vintage Regency Maitland Smith Tiger Head King Size Canopy Bed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Transform your bedroom into a regal retreat with this Vintage Regency Maitland Smith Tiger Head King Size Canopy Bed. Featuring intricate tiger he...
Aluminum, Brass
H 47.25 in W 86.5 in D 3 in
Late 20th Century Vintage Regency Italian Gilt Metal Scroll King Headboard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your bedroom with this vintage American Regency king headboard, crafted from gilt metal in an elegant scroll design. A timeless piece that adds a touch of regal sophisticatio...
Metal
H 46.75 in W 41.75 in D 1.5 in
Mid 20th Century Vintage Chevron Reed Rattan Detail Green Stained Twin Headboard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of twin rattan headboards that have chevron pattern with reed detailing around the edges. Fabulous Florida regency style rattan headboards that immediately add a sense w...
Rattan
H 61 in W 60 in D 2.25 in
Regency Pink Faux Cane Queen Headboard With Brass Accents
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Transform your bedroom with this Regency Pink Faux Cane Queen Headboard With Brass Accents. The headboard features a vibrant hot pink faux cane pattern and elegant brass accents, off...
Brass