Art Deco Burr Walnut Bed 1920 - 1940

Name: Art Deco Burl Walnut Double Bed, C1930
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1212156
Price: 1550 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectBeds
Period1920 - 1940
StyleArt Deco
MaterialBurr Walnut Veneer, Timber
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsBook-matched veneer, Gently curved crest rail, Low footboard, Plinth feet
SizeH 115 cm (45 in) x W 137 cm (54 in) x D 190 cm (75 in)

This Art Deco double bed dates from the 1930 period and comes in a standard English double size measuring 115 cm high, 137 cm wide, and 190 cm deep with a footboard height of 69 cm. The piece consists of a burr walnut veneer and timber construction finished in a warm brown colour palette with book-matched veneer grain patterns and walnut feather banding along the edges. Visible details include a gently curved crest rail on both the headboard and the low footboard, supported by small plinth feet at the base. A custom made slatted base is included for mattress placement. Designed for modern bedroom use, the bed accommodates a standard double mattress and functions as a central sleeping piece in a bedroom setting. The fully restored surface shows an even, polished finish across the wooden panels. The traditional proportions allow for placement within existing room layouts while providing a practical sleeping frame.

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Art Deco bedroom furniture from the 1930s is defined by streamlined forms, gentle curves, and the extensive use of figured wood veneers such as burr walnut. The period favoured geometric symmetry, polished surfaces, and understated structural elegance.

These beds were typically constructed from solid timber frames overlaid with book-matched burr walnut veneers. The veneering process allowed craftsmen to create striking symmetrical grain patterns across the headboard and footboard surfaces.

Authentic 1930s pieces feature original cast-iron side rails, natural age-related patination on the veneer, and period-correct joinery underneath. Additionally, the figure of the book-matched veneer often displays subtle natural irregularities indicative of hand craftsmanship.

Pair the rich timber tones with neutral linen bedding and muted wall paint to allow the figured veneer to serve as a primary focal point. Modern brass lighting and minimalist nightstands complement the streamlined silhouettes of Art Deco design.

Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and central heating radiators to prevent the veneer from drying out or lifting. Regular dusting with a soft microfibre cloth and occasional application of high-quality beeswax polish preserves the natural lustre.

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Art Deco Burl Walnut Double Bed, C1930