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An Art Nouveau Plum Pudding Mahogany Bed
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An Art Nouveau Plum Pudding Mahogany Bed

19th century
Description

A late 19th century/early 20th century Art Nouveau plum pudding mahogany bed

Date of Manufacture

Blank Canvas Antiques has dated this Art Nouveau Mahogany Bed to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Guide ID 07085121
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-135 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Whiplash curves and sinuous framework: continental Art Nouveau styling from around 1900.
Plum pudding mahogany veneers: natural mottling under an aged shellac surface.
Continental drop-in iron rail fixtures: standard European bed frame construction of the era.
Soft handling wear on top mouldings: long and regular domestic use.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Width
157.5cm (62.01")
Depth
208cm (81.89")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA869303
Dealers Internal Reference
10753
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Description
A late 19th century/early 20th century Art Nouveau plum pudding mahogany bed
Date of Manufacture

Blank Canvas Antiques has dated this Art Nouveau Mahogany Bed to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 07085121
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-135 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Whiplash curves and sinuous framework: continental Art Nouveau styling from around 1900.
Plum pudding mahogany veneers: natural mottling under an aged shellac surface.
Continental drop-in iron rail fixtures: standard European bed frame construction of the era.
Soft handling wear on top mouldings: long and regular domestic use.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Width
157.5cm (62.01")
Depth
208cm (81.89")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA869303
Dealers Internal Ref
10753
Blank Canvas Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2009
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An Art Nouveau mahogany bedstead featuring curved headboard and footboard panels with plum pudding veneer details.
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Archive I An Art Nouveau mahogany bedstead featuring curved headboard and footboard panels with plum pudding veneer details.

An Art Nouveau Plum Pudding Mahogany Bed

Archive II An Art Nouveau mahogany bedstead featuring curved headboard and footboard panels with plum pudding veneer details. View II
Archive III An Art Nouveau mahogany bedstead featuring curved headboard and footboard panels with plum pudding veneer details. View III
Archive IV An Art Nouveau mahogany bedstead featuring curved headboard and footboard panels with plum pudding veneer details. View IV
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An Art Nouveau mahogany bedstead featuring curved headboard and footboard panels with plum pudding veneer details.
An Art Nouveau plum pudding mahogany bed
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An Art Nouveau mahogany bedstead featuring curved headboard and footboard panels with plum pudding veneer details.
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  • ObjectBeds & Bedsteads
  • Period19th century
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • MaterialMahogany, Mahogany Veneer
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsWhiplash curves, plum pudding figure, carved cresting, curved side rails
  • SizeW 157.5 cm (62 in) x D 208 cm (82 in)

This late nineteenth-century to early twentieth-century Art Nouveau bedstead demonstrates classic organic design through its flowing whiplash curves and sweeping structural lines. Constructed from mahogany with striking plum pudding mahogany veneer, the rich brown timber shows distinctive figure patterns across both the headboard and footboard panels. Elaborate carved cresting adorns the top rails, while decorative fluted feet anchor the lower corners of the wooden framework. The symmetrical footboard features a central dividing pillar that extends downward to a low supporting foot, accented by gentle mouldings and sweeping contours. Measuring 157.5 cm wide by 208 cm deep, this substantial bedstead brings period character to a principal bedroom or guest suite within a traditional home setting. The warm tones of the mahogany veneer complement neutral bedroom palettes, pairing effectively with classic bedding or modern textiles. Placed centrally against a bedroom wall, the sculptural silhouette creates a striking focal point that honours the organic aesthetic of the Art Nouveau movement.

FAQs

Art Nouveau beds produced between 1890 and 1910 feature organic, flowing silhouettes inspired by nature. Design elements typically include whiplash curves, sinuous crest rails, and sculpted timber frames that emphasize asymmetrical natural forms.

Cabinetmakers utilised fine hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, and oak. Highly figured timber veneers, including plum pudding mahogany and burr walnut, were frequently applied to headboards and footboards to create visual texture.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-carved organic detailing, traditional mortise and tenon joinery, and period cast-iron side rail fixtures. The presence of natural timber oxidisation and original patina on the finish also indicates genuine period construction.

Pair the dark mahogany frame with neutral, textured linens such as unbleached cotton or linen to highlight the wood grain. Soft, muted wall shades and minimalist surroundings allow the architectural, flowing lines of the bedstead to remain the central focal point.

Dust the timber regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the luster. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage and veneer fading.
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