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Spectacular Pair of Caned Empire Style Bergere Meter Wide Beds (Can Be Joined)
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Spectacular Pair of Caned Empire Style Bergere Meter Wide Beds (Can Be Joined)

1900 - 1920
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Sold 9 April 2025 · Bedsteads
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*Reduced from £2950*

Spectacular pair of caned Empire style beregere gilded single beds.Can be joined to make super super king size bed These beds are really beautiful and classy. Naturally aged timber and gilding cleaned and waxed to preserve. Carved gilded garlands in head and foot boards. Fluted edges with gilded cross banding. New cane. Side rails checked for good fitting joints and bolts. Suitable 100cm x 200cm mattresses We can supply with zips if needed.

Max head board height 150cm

Max foot board height 85cm

Side rail height 21cm

Overall width 104cm

Overall length 214cm

Price includes wood slats 10cm sprung bases as in final picture (possible re cover POA)

The base raise the get into bed height and offer a superior support for quality mattresses. Used for photograph.

We can also supply hand made mattresses in all comfort choices at this size.These can be supplied with zips Details are available on our own web site under Bases and mattresses or e mail us for specifications and price list.

We can arrange national and international delivery with reliable couriers. Please send postcode/address for quotation.

Bedsteads have been sourcing, restoring and retailing antique beds and bedroom furniture for over 25 years.

We do have many beds awaiting restoration if you are looking for a particular style and can send images if requested. We have our own workshops located along side our showroom in a beautiful medieval barn seven miles south of Bristol.

Workshop/store open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.

Saturday between 10-2 by arrangement.

Date of Manufacture

Bedsteads has dated these Caned Empire Beds to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
150cm (59.06")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Depth
214cm (84.25")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA972590
Dealers Internal Reference
186/22
Dealers Notes

Workshop/store open Monday to Friday 8am-4:30pm.

Saturday by arrangement - please do get in contact to arrange a visit on a Saturday.

Description
*Reduced from £2950*

Spectacular pair of caned Empire style beregere gilded single beds.Can be joined to make super super king size bed These beds are really beautiful and classy. Naturally aged timber and gilding cleaned and waxed to preserve. Carved gilded garlands in head and foot boards. Fluted edges with gilded cross banding. New cane. Side rails checked for good fitting joints and bolts. Suitable 100cm x 200cm mattresses We can supply with zips if needed.

fig 1. A pair of antique wooden beds featuring woven cane panels and carved gilded decorative motifs on the headboards and footboards.
fig 1. Spectacular Pair of Caned Empire Style Bergere Meter Wide Beds (Can Be Joined)

Max head board height 150cm

Max foot board height 85cm

Side rail height 21cm

Overall width 104cm

Overall length 214cm

Price includes wood slats 10cm sprung bases as in final picture (possible re cover POA)

fig 2. A pair of antique wooden beds featuring woven cane panels and carved gilded decorative motifs on the headboards and footboards.
fig 2. Spectacular Pair of Caned Empire Style Bergere Meter Wide Beds (Can Be Joined)

The base raise the get into bed height and offer a superior support for quality mattresses. Used for photograph.

We can also supply hand made mattresses in all comfort choices at this size.

“
These can be supplied with zips Details are available on our own web site under Bases and mattresses or e mail us for specifications and price list.
Bedsteads
fig 3. A pair of antique wooden beds featuring woven cane panels and carved gilded decorative motifs on the headboards and footboards.
fig 3. Spectacular Pair of Caned Empire Style Bergere Meter Wide Beds (Can Be Joined)

We can arrange national and international delivery with reliable couriers. Please send postcode/address for quotation.

Bedsteads have been sourcing, restoring and retailing antique beds and bedroom furniture for over 25 years.

fig 4. A pair of antique wooden beds featuring woven cane panels and carved gilded decorative motifs on the headboards and footboards.
fig 4. Spectacular Pair of Caned Empire Style Bergere Meter Wide Beds (Can Be Joined)

We do have many beds awaiting restoration if you are looking for a particular style and can send images if requested. We have our own workshops located along side our showroom in a beautiful medieval barn seven miles south of Bristol.

Workshop/store open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.

Saturday between 10-2 by arrangement.

Date of Manufacture

Bedsteads has dated these Caned Empire Beds to the 1910s.

Height
150cm (59.06")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Depth
214cm (84.25")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA972590
Dealers Internal Ref
186/22
Bedsteads
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique beds

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Archive I A pair of antique wooden beds featuring woven cane panels and carved gilded decorative motifs on the headboards and footboards. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Bedsteads
Telephone 01275 464 114
Location
Chelvey Court Barn
Chelvey Rd
Backwell
Bristol
BS48 4AA
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/bedsteads
Verified Since Jun 2011
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A pair of antique wooden beds featuring woven cane panels and carved gilded decorative motifs on the headboards and footboards.
Spectacular pair of caned Empire style bergere meter wide beds (can be joined)
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBeds
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEmpire
  • MaterialWood, Cane, Gilt
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCane panelling, Gilded swags, Carved wreaths
  • SizeH 150 cm (59 in) x W 104 cm (41 in) x D 214 cm (84 in)

FAQs

The Empire style emerged in early 19th-century France, characterised by classical motifs, symmetry, and neoclassical influences inspired by ancient Rome and Greece.

These beds typically feature solid hardwood frames combined with woven cane panels, often enhanced with hand-carved wooden details and gilded accents.

Authentic period pieces display traditional joinery methods, natural ageing on the timber, hand-woven cane with minor irregularities, and period-appropriate hardware.

Pairing historical wooden beds with minimalist neutral textiles and modern lighting creates a balanced scheme that highlights the craftsmanship of the piece.

Maintain stable indoor humidity levels to prevent the wood from cracking and the cane from drying out, cleaning gently with a soft, dry cloth.
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