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Early 19th Century French Kingsize Carved & Painted Bed.
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Early 19th Century French Kingsize Carved & Painted Bed.

19th century
Sold 17 September 2026 · Youlls Antiques
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A lovely example of an early 19th century French kingsize bed with lovely carved floral finials & original paint finish . Newly upholstered in a pretty soft dusky blue floral fabric .

Circa 1810

Date of Manufacture

Youlls Antiques has dated this French Upholstered Painted Bed to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
126cm (49.61")
Width
160cm (62.99")
Depth
216cm (85.04")
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SA1191156
Description
A lovely example of an early 19th century French kingsize bed with lovely carved floral finials & original paint finish . Newly upholstered in a pretty soft dusky blue floral fabric .

Circa 1810

Date of Manufacture

Youlls Antiques has dated this French Upholstered Painted Bed to the 19th Century.

Height
126cm (49.61")
Width
160cm (62.99")
Depth
216cm (85.04")
Reference Numbers
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SA1191156
Youlls Antiques
Youlls Antiques
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Youlls antiques are a family business working in the trade for over three generations.

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An antique French carved wooden bed frame with a light grey painted finish, corner finials, and pattern-upholstered headboard and footboard panels. SOLD17 SEP 26
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Archive I An antique French carved wooden bed frame with a light grey painted finish, corner finials, and pattern-upholstered headboard and footboard panels. SOLD17 SEP 26

Early 19th Century French Kingsize Carved & Painted Bed.

Archive II An antique French carved wooden bed frame with a light grey painted finish, corner finials, and pattern-upholstered headboard and footboard panels. View II
Archive III An antique French carved wooden bed frame with a light grey painted finish, corner finials, and pattern-upholstered headboard and footboard panels. View III
Archive IV An antique French carved wooden bed frame with a light grey painted finish, corner finials, and pattern-upholstered headboard and footboard panels. View IV
Archive V An antique French carved wooden bed frame with a light grey painted finish, corner finials, and pattern-upholstered headboard and footboard panels. View V
Archive VI An antique French carved wooden bed frame with a light grey painted finish, corner finials, and pattern-upholstered headboard and footboard panels. View VI
Archive VII An antique French carved wooden bed frame with a light grey painted finish, corner finials, and pattern-upholstered headboard and footboard panels. View VII
Archive VIII An antique French carved wooden bed frame with a light grey painted finish, corner finials, and pattern-upholstered headboard and footboard panels. View VIII
Archive IX An antique French carved wooden bed frame with a light grey painted finish, corner finials, and pattern-upholstered headboard and footboard panels. View IX
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Berkshire
RG17 OEJ
United Kingdom
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An antique French carved wooden bed frame with a light grey painted finish, corner finials, and pattern-upholstered headboard and footboard panels.
Early 19th Century French Kingsize Carved & Painted Bed.
Ref: SA1191156
An antique French carved wooden bed frame with a light grey painted finish, corner finials, and pattern-upholstered headboard and footboard panels.
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  • ObjectBeds & Bedsteads
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Chateau
  • MaterialCarved Wood, Painted Finish, Fabric
  • ColourLight Grey
  • MotifsCarved finials, Arched top rail, Foliate motifs, Upholstered panels
  • SizeH 126 cm (50 in) x W 160 cm (63 in) x D 216 cm (85 in)

An early nineteenth-century French kingsize bed frame in the French Chateau style presents a pale grey painted wooden construction with an arched top rail, carved floral finials at the corners, and foliate motifs. Both the headboard and low footboard contain upholstered panels covered in a soft dusky blue patterned fabric, complemented by slender corner posts, shaped cabriole feet, and a low side rail framework. The piece measures 126 cm high, 160 cm wide, and 216 cm deep. Positioned in a principal bedroom, this piece serves as a central sleeping platform and anchors the interior scheme with its traditional provincial proportions. The pale wood finish and neutral textile integrate into classic, rustic, or country-house bedroom settings while providing a distinct focal point for bedding arrangements.

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Early 19th-century French beds often feature molded wooden frames with carved details, such as floral motifs or urn finials, finished in distressed paint or gilding. They typically incorporate upholstered panels within arched headboards and footboards, reflecting Louis XV or Louis XVI stylistic influences.

These frames were constructed using native hardwoods such as beech, walnut, or oak, which provided structural integrity for intricate hand carving. Painted finishes were applied in soft grey, cream, or off-white tones, with panels lined in linen, damask, or woven cotton fabric.

Authentic period pieces exhibit traditional joinery including mortise and tenon joints, hand-carved decorative elements with subtle asymmetry, and age-appropriate wear to painted surfaces. Original rails often feature custom iron fitments or side hooks rather than modern standard bolt mechanisms.

A painted French bed creates a focal point in a master bedroom when paired with crisp white linens and muted tonal textiles. Complementing the piece with subdued neutral walls, classic nightstands, and soft lighting balances the ornate carved silhouette with contemporary simplicity.

Maintain painted wooden frames by dusting regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding chemical cleaners that could strip historical paint layers. Upholstered sections should be gently vacuumed using a brush attachment and kept out of direct sunlight to prevent fabric fading.
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