Canopy Beds
Early 20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames
Antique 19th Century English Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Chrome
20th Century Victorian Beds and Bed Frames
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Beds and Bed Frames
Fabric, Wood, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Beds and Bed Frames
Oak
20th Century American Federal Beds and Bed Frames
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century North American Victorian Beds and Bed Frames
Brass, Wrought Iron
Antique Early 19th Century American American Empire Beds and Bed Frames
Maple
Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Bed Coronas
Wood
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Antique 1830s Rococo Bed Coronas
Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary English George III Beds and Bed Frames
Chestnut
21st Century and Contemporary English George III Beds and Bed Frames
Chestnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Bed Coronas
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Bed Coronas
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Bed Coronas
Wood, Muslin
20th Century American Federal Beds and Bed Frames
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Bed Coronas
Giltwood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bed Coronas
Gold Leaf
Antique 19th Century Italian Bed Coronas
Silver Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary American Books
Paper
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Wall-mounted Sculptures
Wood
Antique 19th Century American American Empire Benches
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique 1840s Chinese Qing Console Tables
Elm
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Clay
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Clay
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Architectural Elements
Fruitwood
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens
Pine
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Clay
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Books
Paper
17th Century Old Masters Paintings
Oil
Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Console Tables
Wood
Vintage 1940s American Wall-mounted Sculptures
Iron
Vintage 1970s American Beds and Bed Frames
Chrome, Metal, Brass
Vintage 1970s American Beds and Bed Frames
Chrome
Vintage 1940s Beds and Bed Frames
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Beds and Bed Frames
20th Century Country Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Beds and Bed Frames
Brass, Iron
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Beds and Bed Frames
Mahogany, Oak, Wood
20th Century Beds and Bed Frames
Mid-20th Century Beds and Bed Frames
Faux Bamboo
20th Century Beds and Bed Frames
Antique 19th Century American Beds and Bed Frames
Antique 19th Century American Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Beds and Bed Frames
Steel
20th Century French Beds and Bed Frames
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Beds and Bed Frames
Elm
Vintage 1970s Beds and Bed Frames
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1970s American Beds and Bed Frames
Burl
Early 20th Century English Beds and Bed Frames
Satinwood, Paint, Upholstery
2010s French French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames
Vintage 1970s Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
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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 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 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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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