Antique 6ft 6” Victorian
Anglo Indian Colonial Raj Super King Four Poster Bed (Circa 1860)
Here is a fabulous quality large antique 6ft 6” wide Victorian colonial Raj super king four-poster bed, circa 1860, in excellent condition.
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Summary:
- Circa: 1860
- Period: Victorian
- Provenance: India
- Wood: Sissoo (member of the Rosewood family)
- Mattress size: 6ft 8” wide by 6ft 6” long
- Fits a standard UK super king mattress
- Superior two-tier structure
- Protruding beaded canopy
- Four elegant barley twist posts
- British imperial lion & unicorn crown
- Triple floral panel carved headboard – sign of quality
- Interspersed ring turned spindles
- Very good quality carvings
- Moulded footboard rail with spindles
- Moulded & beaded side rails
- Floral carved baluster legs
- Dismantles for easy transportation
- Affordable luxury quality mattresses available
- Original polish & patination
- Rich warm brown colour
- Excellent condition
- Muslin draping service available
- 14-day free UK returns policy
Here is a fabulous quality large antique 6ft 6” wide Victorian colonial Raj super king four-poster bed, boasting the original polish, circa 1860, originating from colonial India. This bed will fit a standard UK super king size mattress (6ft wide by 6ft 6” long). The bed boasts a two-tier structure, which is superior in quality than that of a single tier design. The bed also boasts a three panel floral carved headboard, interspersed with ring turned spindles below an arched headboard. The carved detail to the headboard is spectacular; this is evident in the carved detail to the floral stems and flower heads on the triple panels; curled dragooning flanks the central floral panel. Further above, sits an intricately carved floral British imperial lion & unicorn crown; with a coat of arms to the centre, flanked by floral open fretwork carvings. Alongside the outer perimeter frame of the bed, the headboard, footboard and side rails feature moulded side rails, with a beaded frieze. To the bottom of the bed, the two-tier footboard boasts floral carved ring-turned spindles below a horizontal moulded rail, with a central oval shaped floral carved section. Above the bed frame, four elegant barley twist tapered posts support a protruding beaded canopy. Decorative foliate motifs sit at the top of the posts. The bed terminates on carved baluster legs which boast profuse ornate floral, beaded and diamond shape carvings. The superstructure lends itself to being dressed with romantic fabric drapes.
Retaining the original polish and patination, the bed boasts a rich warm brown colour, with a mid satin polish finish. The bed is constructed of sissoo wood (a member of the Rosewood family) and has a superior structure. This bed would look stunning in either a contemporary or traditional setting. It dismantles for easy transportation and we can provide affordable good quality custom mattresses. This is a superior quality centrepiece for any bedroom and ideal for those who prefer a wider bed.
Provenance:
The style of these beds dates from 1840 until 1947 (until Indian Independence). The beds were constructed for the British Raj, their families and the British Military in Colonial India. The beds were designed to collapse and be transported “flat pack” so could easily be moved whilst on military exercises and to their summerhouses in the hills. They were made when the Raj was at its height. The size, style and quality of the bed depict the status of the occupier or the military rank of the owner. They were made from the finest wood usually Mahogany, Teak or Sissoo wood (a member of the rose wood family).
Teak and sissoo wood were used extensively in the construction of these colonial four-poster beds because they had the advantage of only minimally expanding and contracting when exposed to extremes in temperature and humidity. They were resistant to woodworm, termites, and the occasional splash of seawater.
External Dimensions:
External Height = 238.5cm or 93⅞” or 7ft 9⅞”
External length = 227cm or 89⅜” or 7ft 5⅜”
External width = 212cm or 83½” or 6ft 11½”
Headboard height (including Crown) = 176.3cm or 69¼” or 5ft 9¼”
Headboard height (excluding Crown) = 128cm or 50⅜” or 4ft 2⅜”
Footboard height = 94.5cm or 37¼” or 3ft 1¼”
Height from floor to top of side rails = 55.5cm or 21⅞” or 1ft 9⅞”
Height from floor to bottom of side rails = 43cm or 17” or 1ft 5”
Side rail depth = 12.8cm or 5”
Mattress Dimensions (slats not lowered):
Length = 204cm or 80⅜” or 6ft 8⅜” max
Width (slats) = 193cm or 76” or 6ft 4” max
Width (including side rails) = 202cm or 79½” or 6ft 7½” max
Mattress Dimensions (slats lowered):
Length = 204cm or 80⅜” or 6ft 8⅜” max
Width = 191cm or 75¼” or 6ft 3¼” max
This bed will fit a standard UK super king size mattress, which is 6ft wide by 6ft 6” long. The mattress shown on the bed in the picture is a UK double mattress.
Condition Report:
This bed is in excellent condition, which is commensurate with its age. Some nominal old use marks to the leading edges and polish but nothing significant considering the age of the item. This bed, which retains the original polish, boasts a rich warm brown and colour, with a light satin polish finish. The bed boasts its original polish; this is why the colour and patination displayed, is stunning (beds that have been re-polished cannot recreate this colour). The bed is constructed of sissoo wood (a member of the Rosewood family) and has a superior structure. The bed is well constructed, solid in joint and ready to use.
Price:
The price for this item is £15,875 excluding delivery.
Mattresses:
Because these beds are individually unique and do not always conform to modern mattress dimensions, we also supply a range of customised luxury quality mattresses starting from £450. Our mattresses are constructed of natural materials (silk, wool & cashmere) and are hand made in the UK. The mattresses can have the corners removed so to maximise the mattress fit in the super-structure of bed. The price quoted does not include the mattress. Please enquire for a mattress quote.
Draping Service
We offer a separate draping service whereby we can dress the bed with any fabric of choice. This service can consist of the basic fabric being wrapped around the canopy, to hanging curtains or, providing a dressed solid roof with hung curtains. Apart from the superior style and presence, this four-poster bed had a practical purpose. The bed would have originally been decorated with a light muslin cotton material to prevent the mosquitos from biting the occupants in bed. The advertised price does not include drapes. Please contact us for a quote.
Customer Service:
We offer 100% customer satisfaction through the following services:
· Full money back assurance
· 24 hour telephone
· Worldwide shipping
· Full insurance of items in transit
· Full assembly service
· Packaging removed & recycled
Further Information:
For more information or photographs please email or call us.
Office: 01829 458 070
Julian: 07960 738 212
Yolanda: 07971 882 567
Customers outside the UK should call:
Office: 00 44 1829 458 070
Julian: 00 44 7960 738 212
Yolanda: 00 44 7971 882 567
UK Delivery:
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £65. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote. If you wish to avoid the delivery cost, you can collect the item in person. Delivery will be made by our own specialised furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries. We will inform you by email and/or telephone and provide you with full delivery details including when to expect delivery. Delivery times are usually 1-4 weeks (depending on location). We will contact you to arrange the delivery day; please ensure you give us a contact number to aid the delivery process. Delivery includes insurance; we can assure you that the packaging standard is second to none and will fully protect the item.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee). You will be given a full refund as long as the item is returned in the same condition. We will collect returns using our own specialist furniture delivery company. We will not accept returns via a courier service (due to experience of damaged items in transit). This refund policy only applies to deliveries to the UK.
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UK Buyer Payment:
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International Buyers:
If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. The shipping quote provided is a global estimate only. The actual shipping cost will vary by country and postcode. We ask that you have a minimum feedback score of 50 to buy this item. Due to the distances and costs involved with shipping outside the UK, a returns policy is therefore not available for international buyers. Before placing your order(s) please make sure this is the item for you. We request payment by bank transfer (we do not accept payment via PayPal or credit card for international purchases). Payment is requested within 10 days of the purchase. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered to our shippers. The advertised price of the item does not include the shipping cost, sales tax, import duty or custom fees.
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Delisting & Sale Cancellation:
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About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yolanda Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA. CINOA is the world association of Art & Antique dealer associations. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity.
Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years. Yolanda Gray has a special interest in Colonial furniture, specifically Colonial Four Poster Beds. Yolanda Gray also provides a variety of fine English Antique Furniture, Art and Fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield.
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