Name/Title
Folding BedDescription
Tester bed. Half tester with squared posts. Low posts with simple rounded cap to each post. Simple low headboard with curved downward notch at each end and faintly raised center. Rectangular partial canopy shielding the head of the bed, supported by vertical pillars pegged to headboard corner posts.
Draped back and sides with top valance. Double size. Plain base posts with tapered legs. Rope turned mattress holder.Made/Created
Date made
1780 - 1820Time Period
late 18th-early 19th centuriesDimensions
Height
191.8 cmWidth
137.3 cmLength
196.8 cmDimension Notes
Canopy depth: 68.6cm
Height side rail to floor 54.6cmCondition
Overall Condition
GoodCondition Detail
AbrasionNotes
Some abrasion and loss at its joint with northeast headpost.
Dark red paint on bed surfaces.