Art Deco Walnut Bedstead 1900 - 1920

Name: French King Size Art Deco Walnut Bedstead with Ensuite Marble Top Nightstand
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1121261
Price: 2250 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectBeds
Period1900 - 1920
StyleArt Deco
MaterialWalnut, Burr Walnut Veneer, Marble
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsBurr walnut veneer, Floral marquetry inlay, Swag motif, Turned legs
SizeH 157 cm (62 in) x W 142 cm (56 in) x D 211 cm (83 in)

This French Art Deco king size bedstead and ensuite marble top nightstand originate from the 1920 period. Fabricated from walnut, burr walnut veneer, and marble, the ensemble displays a warm brown palette with amboyna and fruitwood marquetry inlays, floral marquetry inlay, swag motifs, and ormolu mounts. The bedstead rests on turned legs and includes a headboard and footboard decorated with contrasting veneers and floral swags, while the nightstand features a rectangular marble top, a single drawer with a central metal handle, and four slender turned legs. The bedstead measures 157 cm high, 142 cm wide, and 211 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this unrestored bedroom set suits a principal bedroom or guest suite requiring period character. The nightstand serves beside the bed for a reading lamp and bedside accessories, while the king size bed accommodates a standard five-foot mattress for everyday sleeping use. The traditional styling integrates into both historic interiors and modern eclectic bedroom designs.

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French Art Deco beds from the 1920s and 1930s are characterised by clean architectural lines combined with luxurious materials. They frequently incorporate rich wood veneers, such as burr walnut or mahogany, often detailed with stylized floral or geometric marquetry and decorative metal accents.

Art Deco bedsteads were constructed using solid hardwood frames topped with figure-grained veneers like walnut, rosewood, or amboyna. Accent pieces such as en-suite nightstands frequently integrated marble tops and brass or bronze fittings.

Authentic pieces exhibit early-to-mid 20th-century construction techniques, including hand-cut joinery, original wood veneers with natural age variation, and period-correct hardware. Look for manufacturer metal plates or stamps often placed on the interior side rails or rear headboard panels.

Style the warm tones of burr walnut against neutral or dark wall palettes, such as deep blue or soft cream, to accentuate the wood grain. Pair with crisp linen bedding and minimalist lighting to allow the intricate marquetry and footboard silhouette to remain the visual centrepiece.

Keep the wood away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent uneven fading or veneer cracking. Dust regularly with a soft dry microfiber cloth and nourish the timber using a high-quality beeswax polish free of silicones.

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