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Antique Salesman Sample Adjustable Box Spring

$980
£742.56
€850.55
CA$1,388.06
A$1,514.69
CHF 794.48
MX$18,396.47
NOK 9,923.53
SEK 9,378.23
DKK 6,348.15

About the Item

Early 1900s; Unbranded Early box springs were a pretty simple concept, lifting the mattress off the ground and providing additional support to settling and lumpy mattresses. What makes this salesman sample unique is the ability to adjust the "head" part to give shoulder and back support for someone bedridden or to provide extra room to someone too tall to fit in typical beds of the time. 17.5" L x 13" W 6" H
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1900s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Overall, the salesman sample is in excellent shape with the tornado springs intact and the adjustment feature still in working order. Please refer to photos for condition and details.
  • Seller Location:
    Dekalb, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 132431stDibs: LU10033245099702

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