Antique French Louis Philippe Style Bed on Casters, 1890s

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This French bed dates from around 1890 and belongs to the late Louis-Philippe style. The balanced height of the headboard … Read more This French bed dates from around 1890 and belongs to the late Louis-Philippe style. The balanced height of the headboard and footboard, along with the understated veneer grain, creates a cohesive and formally clear appearance. Historical Context: Beds of this type were manufactured in the late 19th century as an integral part of middle-class bedrooms, combining handcrafted construction with a prestigious design. Characteristic features include high headboards, veneered surfaces, and restrained ornamental accents, which lent the piece both stability and formal presence.

Features: High headboard and footboard with veneered panels and delicate carvings; turned feet with casters and profiled framing. Design: The design is based on the Louis-Philippe style with gently curved lines, symmetrical articulation, and reduced ornamentation. The balance between decorative carved detail and the calm, smooth surface defines the overall formal impression. Function – Formerly: Central piece of bedroom furniture in the bourgeois living room and bedroom – Today: Usable as a single or guest bed in historically or minimally furnished rooms. Dimensions in cm: Height 93-148, Width 138, Length 212 - Mattress size: 200 x 130. Material and condition: Walnut wood, very well preserved for its age with visible patina and signs of wear. Disassembles, plug-in system with bolts. Professionally inspected by a castle inspector. See less