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Painted French Double Bed with Brass Embellishments
The Vintage Interiors
for sale €1,515     $1,645
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Painted French Double Bed with Brass Embellishments

1900 - 1920
Description

This stunning french double bed is offered in very good condition.

The bed has been painted in a farrow and ball downpipe, slightly shabbied and given a clear wax finish.

The headboard has brass finials to the top corners a canted top.

The footboard has brass ormolu mounts.

The bed comes with a newly fitted set of substantial bed slats.

The dimensions are

Headboard

1580 mm overall height

1500 mm overall width

Footboard

870 mm overall height

1440 mm overall width

2030 mm overall length

The bed accommodates a standard double mattress 1400 mm width x 1900 mm length

Physical Dimensions
Height
158cm (62.20")
Width
150cm (59.06")
Depth
203cm (79.92")
Declaration

The Vintage Interiors has dated this French Painted Double Bed to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA952346
Dealers Internal Reference
VI 1086
Description
This stunning french double bed is offered in very good condition.
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The bed has been painted in a farrow and ball downpipe, slightly shabbied and given a clear wax finish.
The Vintage Interiors

The headboard has brass finials to the top corners a canted top.

fig 1. A grey painted French double bed frame decorated with gold brass mounts, featuring a central laurel wreath motif and a pediment headboard.
fig 1. Painted French Double Bed with Brass Embellishments

The footboard has brass ormolu mounts.

The bed comes with a newly fitted set of substantial bed slats.

The dimensions are

Headboard

1580 mm overall height

1500 mm overall width

Footboard

870 mm overall height

1440 mm overall width

2030 mm overall length

The bed accommodates a standard double mattress 1400 mm width x 1900 mm length

Height
158cm (62.20")
Width
150cm (59.06")
Depth
203cm (79.92")
Date of Manufacture

The Vintage Interiors has dated this French Painted Double Bed to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA952346
Dealers Internal Ref
VI 1086
The Vintage Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2013
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the The Vintage Interiors Profile Page

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A grey painted French double bed frame decorated with gold brass mounts, featuring a central laurel wreath motif and a pediment headboard.
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Archive I A grey painted French double bed frame decorated with gold brass mounts, featuring a central laurel wreath motif and a pediment headboard.

Painted French Double Bed with Brass Embellishments

Archive II A grey painted French double bed frame decorated with gold brass mounts, featuring a central laurel wreath motif and a pediment headboard. View II
Archive III A grey painted French double bed frame decorated with gold brass mounts, featuring a central laurel wreath motif and a pediment headboard. View III
Archive IV A grey painted French double bed frame decorated with gold brass mounts, featuring a central laurel wreath motif and a pediment headboard. View IV
Archive V A grey painted French double bed frame decorated with gold brass mounts, featuring a central laurel wreath motif and a pediment headboard. View V
Archive VI A grey painted French double bed frame decorated with gold brass mounts, featuring a central laurel wreath motif and a pediment headboard. View VI
Archive VII A grey painted French double bed frame decorated with gold brass mounts, featuring a central laurel wreath motif and a pediment headboard. View VII
Archive VIII A grey painted French double bed frame decorated with gold brass mounts, featuring a central laurel wreath motif and a pediment headboard. View VIII
Archive IX A grey painted French double bed frame decorated with gold brass mounts, featuring a central laurel wreath motif and a pediment headboard. View IX
Archive X A grey painted French double bed frame decorated with gold brass mounts, featuring a central laurel wreath motif and a pediment headboard. View X
Archive XI A grey painted French double bed frame decorated with gold brass mounts, featuring a central laurel wreath motif and a pediment headboard. View XI
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The Vintage Interiors
Telephone 01925 652409
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Unit 6
St Peters Way
Warrington
WA2 7BT
United Kingdom
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A grey painted French double bed frame decorated with gold brass mounts, featuring a central laurel wreath motif and a pediment headboard.
PAINTED FRENCH DOUBLE BED WITH BRASS EMBELLISHMENTS
Ref: SA952346
A grey painted French double bed frame decorated with gold brass mounts, featuring a central laurel wreath motif and a pediment headboard.
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French Empire style beds originate from the early nineteenth century, drawing heavy influence from classical Greco-Roman architecture and Napoleonic decorative arts. Key features include symmetrical proportions, triangular architectural pediments, and classical gilt-metal or brass mounts such as laurel wreaths, stars, and urns.

Traditional French painted beds were crafted from solid hardwoods such as walnut, oak, or beech before being primed and painted in chalky finishes. Decorative accents typically featured cast brass or gilt-bronze (ormolu) mounts secured directly onto the painted panels.

Authentic period pieces often feature hand-carved wooden joinery, original iron fittings, and natural patination across both the painted surface and metal mounts. Unpainted backboards on headboards and original wooden side rails with drop-in iron brackets are also common structural indicators.

A painted French bed frame functions as a central focal point in bedrooms, contrasting against neutral walls and minimalist lighting. Layering textured linen bedding complements the painted finish while highlighting the metallic brass embellishments.

Clean the painted wooden frame using a dry, soft microfibre cloth to avoid stripping or abrading the finish. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners on the brass mounts, using only a lightly dampened cloth to preserve the natural aged surface.
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