Hand Carved Headboard
Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Rococo Beds and Bed Frames
Giltwood
Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Walnut, Wicker, Burl
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Linen, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Beds and Bed Frames
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Linen, Wood
Early 20th Century French Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Beds and Bed Frames
Hardwood, Giltwood
2010s British Baroque Beds and Bed Frames
Wood, Paint
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Wall-mounted Sculptures
Wood
Antique 19th Century Architectural Elements
Walnut
Antique 1860s Belgian Renaissance Beds and Bed Frames
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings
Other
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Decorative Art
Fruitwood
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Beds and Bed Frames
Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Spanish Chinoiserie Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Early 20th Century Beds and Bed Frames
Oak, Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Beds and Bed Frames
Gesso, Giltwood, Paint, Wood
Antique 19th Century Swedish Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Vintage 1940s Neoclassical Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Antique 18th Century Portuguese Architectural Elements
Wood
Antique Early 18th Century Portuguese Architectural Elements
Wood, Giltwood
Antique 18th Century Portuguese Architectural Elements
Wood
20th Century French Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Early 20th Century Edwardian Beds and Bed Frames
Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Beds and Bed Frames
Rosewood
Antique Mid-19th Century Jamaican Beds and Bed Frames
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames
Mahogany, Fabric, Silk
Antique 1870s French Louis XVI Daybeds
Linen, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Walnut
Vintage 1980s Chinoiserie Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Stone
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Vintage 1970s Unknown Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Cane, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Wood, Walnut, Giltwood
Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
- 1
Hand Carved Headboard For Sale on 1stDibs
Finding the Right Beds-frames for You
We find relaxation and solace in our bedrooms, which are often the most cherished rooms of a home. Your antique, new or vintage bed and bed frame are integral to this oasis of personal comfort.
Beds and bed frames have long been an important part of the sanctuary that is the bedroom. For the upper class in countries such as England, the massive, costly beds of the 16th and 17th centuries were decorative and of the poster variety. Some were characterized by large painted wooden headboards, often made of oak, that featured ornate carvings and richly colored curtains affixed to each of the two or four posts — think of today’s sumptuous upholstered headboards as a distant cousin to these luxurious furnishings. The heavy fabric curtains were drawn across a fringed canopy to close out the sunlight that might’ve warmed your grandiose and opulent bedchambers. This feature could also offer privacy as desired, because, as we all know, a bedroom is for more than just sleeping.
Coiled springs didn’t make their way into mattresses until the 1800s, which likely made for a far more comfortable night’s sleep for many. Bed frames of cast iron and brass were introduced during the mid- to late-19th century. Later, the 20th century brought with it marvelous innovations for slumberland, among them daybeds from the likes of George Nelson and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich as well as convertible sofa beds.
Today, you will find a range of beds geared toward your individual personality and preferred style of decor. When shopping for a bed and bed frame, keep in mind that you’ve got options. Sizes range from twin to California king. At 76 inches wide and 80 inches long, a king-size bed is roughly 16 inches wider than a queen-size mattress, and your bed frame will likely add two to five inches to each side. (The California king bed is 84 inches long.)
From dramatic bedroom designs to uncomplicated, minimalist approaches, the bedroom has evolved into the haven that it should be: a peaceful place of respite, where we begin and end every day. Take the time to create your very own oasis — you deserve it. Rest easy with an expansive collection of antique, new and vintage beds and bed frames available on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.
Read More
Dickens Fan on Your List? This First Edition of ‘A Christmas Carol’ Is a Treasure
Produced in 1843, the well-preserved volume is evidence of the author's exacting specifications.
Patchwork Quilts Are the Latest Nostalgic Design Trend
New or old, the coverlets add old-time charm to any space.
Medal-Worthy Memorabilia from Epic Past Olympic Games
Get into the games! These items celebrate the events, athletes, host countries and sporting spirit.
Ahoy! You’ve Never Seen a Collection of Sailor Art and Kitsch Quite Like This
French trendsetter and serial collector Daniel Rozensztroch tells us about his obsession with objects related to seafaring men.
39 Incredible Swimming Pools
It's hard to resist the allure of a beautiful pool. So, go ahead and daydream about whiling away your summer in paradise.
Pamela Shamshiri Shares the Secrets behind Her First-Ever Book and Its Effortlessly Cool Interiors
The sought-after designer worked with the team at Hoffman Creative to produce a monograph that beautifully showcases some of Studio Shamshiri's most inspiring projects.
Moroccan Artworks and Objects Take Center Stage in an Extraordinary Villa in Tangier
Italian writer and collector Umberto Pasti opens the doors to his remarkable cave of wonders in North Africa.
Montecito Has Drawn Royalty and Celebrities, and These Homes Are Proof of Its Allure
Hollywood A-listers, ex-pat aristocrats and art collectors and style setters of all stripes appreciate the allure of the coastal California hamlet — much on our minds after recent winter floods.