AMERICAN CLASSICAL BED,19th century, walnut. Back-scrolled headboard supported by baluster-turned front and rear posts and connected by braced rails; complete with canopy and accomodates a full size mattress - 67 in. x 74 in. x 48 in. Estimate $1,600-1,800
Good condition with replaced long rails fitted with braces; headboard appears with added supports and replaced turned elements; age crack extending 61 in. on right rear post; overall surface nicks and abrasions. A photograph given to us by the consignor shows a canape accompanying the bed, which we retain but have not shown on the exhibition floor.
The interior dimensions: 48 in. x 74 in. which accomodates a twin size box spring with a full size mattress resting on the top rails.
The screws, which accommodate a canape, can be removed from a professional conservator. Alternatively, you may consider simply placing wooden finials on these screws to conceal.
