AMERICAN EMPIRE MAHOGANY FOUR-POST BED,mid-19th century, circa 1830-1840, mixed woods. Front posts having spiral-twisted balusters carved with acanthus leaves, joining scrolled headboard with plain rear posts - Posts: 67 1/2 in.; Headboard: 52 in. x 15 1/2 in. Estimate $1,000-2,000
PROVENANCE: Estate of William L. Martin, Washington, DC
Very good overall condition: with minor age cracks and surface abrasions.