Canopy Beds
Antique 19th Century French Provincial Bed Coronas
Walnut
Vintage 1980s Italian Wall-mounted Sculptures
Gesso, Plaster
Vintage 1950s Indian Daybeds
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Indian Daybeds
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Indian Daybeds
Rosewood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Paintings and Screens
Pine, Paint
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Daybeds
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Console Tables
Marble
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Decorative Objects
Wood
Antique 18th Century Italian Pedestals and Columns
Wood
Antique 19th Century European Architectural Elements
Wood
20th Century French Neoclassical Bed Coronas
Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Paintings
Spruce
Antique 19th Century French Quilts and Blankets
Brass
1990s American Chinoiserie Bedroom Sets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Brass
Antique 1850s French Renaissance Bedroom Sets
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Architectural Elements
Fruitwood
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Bedroom Sets
Limestone, Marble, Copper, Steel, Bronze
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Painted Furniture
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Clay
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Children s Furniture
Pine, Paint
Late 20th Century Modern End Tables
Brass
20th Century Qing Figurative Paintings
Paint
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Ming Furniture
Elm
Antique Late 17th Century Italian Renaissance Credenzas
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Bedroom Sets
Marble
1630s Old Masters Figurative Prints
Etching
Antique Early 1900s Italian Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants
Tôle
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Daybeds
Bamboo
Vintage 1940s French Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors
Giltwood, Mirror
Antique 19th Century Italian Quilts and Blankets
Antique 1890s French Louis XV Bedroom Sets
Walnut
20th Century Italian Rococo Decorative Art
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Gothic Bedroom Sets
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Empire Animal Sculptures
Giltwood
Antique 17th Century Belgian Western European Rugs
Wool
20th Century Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors
Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
Antique 1780s French Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Beds and Bed Frames
Giltwood, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Ebony
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames
Beech
20th Century American Campaign Beds and Bed Frames
20th Century Unknown American Classical Beds and Bed Frames
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Philippine Organic Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Bamboo, Rattan
20th Century Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Vintage 1970s Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Silk, Beech
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames
Late 20th Century American Rustic Beds and Bed Frames
Wrought Iron
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Canopy Beds For Sale on 1stDibs
Finding the Right Bedroom-furniture for You
No matter what kind of bedroom furniture you prefer — be it lavish, low-key or minimalist — your bedroom will always be your own personal sanctuary. But it didn’t start that way. It wasn’t until around the 19th century that the bedroom became a realm of privacy. For many Europeans in the medieval era, eating, congregating and sleeping all took place in a single room, and later, royalty such as Louis XIV of France worked on legal orders while sitting in his bed, surrounded by members of his court.
Now, we return to our bedrooms for solace, private space and intimacy. We’ve certainly come a long way, and so has our bedroom furniture.
Whether you’re seeking bright or moody, Baroque or mid-century modern, consider the amount of time that will be spent in this space. Don’t choose furnishings you won’t enjoy looking at every day.
The most important piece of bedroom furniture is, not surprisingly, the bed. When shopping for a bed and bed frame, keep the size of your bedroom in mind — you’ll need to navigate your way around the bed during your daily routine. Bed sizes range from twin to king, and there is also the California king. At 76 inches wide and 80 inches long, a king-size bed is approximately 16 inches wider than a queen-size mattress, and your bed frame will probably add two to five inches to each side. (The California king bed is 84 inches long.)
If you’re putting together design ideas for a large bedroom, why not go all out? A king platform bed is low-profile and minimalist — a mattress is placed directly on a simple and solid frame, which offers support without a box spring. A traditional bed sees a mattress rest on a box spring or foundation.
Smaller bedrooms or guest rooms could benefit from something more streamlined, such as a vintage daybed. The important thing is not to choose a bed that is too big for your space. After all, you still need to squeeze in an Italian nightstand and an elegant American of Martinsville dresser.
Headboards can make or break the style of a bedroom. If you are going for a clean and contemporary look, maybe a headboard isn’t the best fit, but if not having a headboard will keep you up at night, there are plenty of options. Rattan headboards are a great choice to top off a casual country theme. Alternately, you can think of the headboard as a statement piece. With maximalism riding high in the design world, bedrooms are getting on board with vibrant upholstered headboards, and an upholstered bed may very well be the one thing you need to pull the entire look of your bedroom furniture together.
Once your bedding is situated, shift your focus to other pieces for the room.
The size of your closet will have an impact on the size and amount of furniture you need. If you have a small closet, for example, a larger dresser is going to come in handy. If you are lucky enough to have a large walk-in closet, you can utilize the extra bedroom space for other pieces, such as an antique or vintage nightstand.
Turn your humdrum bedroom into a dramatic hideaway that you never want to leave — find vintage, new and antique bedroom furniture today on 1stDibs.
- What are canopy beds for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Canopy beds were traditionally used to retain warmth at bedtime and create a sense of privacy within the bed, though now are popular for their luxurious design. Canopy beds usually have four posters and draped fabric over the top and sides.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A canopy over a bed is called a canopy bed. This type of bed is very similar to a 4-poster bed. Decorative fabric is draped upon the upper spaced between the posts.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The canopy above a bed is called a tester. Antique testers were most often made of wood. Contemporary testers may also be made of metal, or simply draped cloth. There are also half-size testers that cover the upper half of the bed. On 1stDibs, find an array of canopy beds featuring testers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To make a canopy for your bed, extend the four posts of your frame using metal or wood. You can then use drapes or fabric to create the canopy. Alternatively, buy your own by shopping a collection of canopy beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Canopy beds were initially designed to conserve warmth and to offer privacy. Now, the four-poster frame offers plentiful design opportunities, from classic drapes to dramatic tassels. Shop a collection of canopy beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are canopy beds still made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, canopy beds are still made. A canopy bed features four posts, one at each corner, and affixed to the top of the post is a canopy. The canopy is frequently made of fabric, but it can be made of wood or another solid object and carved to look like fabric. Shop a collection of antique and contemporary canopy beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A four poster bed features four posts, one at each corner. A canopy bed also has four posts, one at each corner, but a canopy bed is covered with a cloth of some sort. They can look similar except for the canopy on top. However, canopy posts are often built differently than four poster beds so they can accommodate the fabric. Shop a collection of four poster and canopy beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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