Antique King Size Art Deco Colonial Raj Mahogany Four Poster Bed (Circa 1920)
This is a rare antique king size Art Deco colonial Raj mahogany four-poster bed, circa 1920, in excellent original condition.
Summary:
· Excellent original condition
· Muslin draping service available
· Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
· Free 14 days UK returns policy
Description:
This is a rare antique king size Art Deco colonial Raj mahogany four-poster bed, circa 1920, in excellent original condition, originating from colonial India. This bed will snugly fit a standard UK king size mattress size (5ft wide by 6ft 6” long) with the slats, or a maximum custom mattress size of 5ft 9” wide by 6ft 6” long lowered (please see section “Lowering the Slats” below for further information). The bed boasts classic Art Deco styling with the lovely pierced oval shaped head and footboard, flanked by pierced fan shaped detail, below a shaped top rail. The centre of the head and footboard are decorated with a small oval carved cartouche and a dome shaped carved panel below. The bed frame incorporates rectangular side rails and is raised on cabriole shaped legs, adorned with foliate carvings at the knees, terminating on lion paw pad feet. The bedframe incorporates four tapering posts, which support a drop down canopy. The superstructure lends itself to be dressed with romantic muslin drapes. Please note, the bed can be used without the posts and canopy (i.e. not as a four poster bed). This bed boasts a lovely mellow mahogany colour, which retains the original polish and patination.
The bed was designed to be freestanding in the centre of a room; this is why the back of the headboard is also carved and features a mirror match design so that the bed can stand in either direction.
This bed would look stunning in either a contemporary or traditianal 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 rosewood family).
Dimensions:
External Dimensions:
External Height = 211.5cm or 83¼” or 6ft 11¼”
External length = 210.5cm or 82⅝” or 6ft 10¼”
External width = 183cm or 72” or 6ft
Headboard height = 114cm or 44⅞” or 3ft 8⅞”
Footboard height = 113cm or 44½” or 3ft 8½”
Height from floor to top of side rails = 50cm or 19⅝” or 1ft 7⅝”
Height from floor to bottom of side rails = 40.3cm or 15⅞” or 1ft 3⅞”
Side rail depth = 9.7cm or 3⅞”
Mattress Dimensions (slats not lowered):
Length = 194cm or 76⅜” or 6ft 4⅜”
Width (slats) = 169cm or 66½” or 5ft 6”
Width (including side rails) = 176cm or 69¼” or 5ft 9¼”
Mattress Dimensions (slats lowered):
Length = 194cm or 76⅜” or 6ft 4⅜”
Width = 166cm or 65⅜” or 5ft 5”
It is advised that 1” should be removed from the mattress width dimension if the slats are being lowered. Between 2”-3” (in total) should be removed from the above mattress length dimension to allow the mattress to comfortably fit on the bed between the headboard and footboard. Please contact us for further clarification of the suggested mattress dimension.
Condition Report:
This bed is in excellent original 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 and patination, boasts a rich dark brown colour, with a light satin French polish finish. It is extremely difficult to replicate this colour and patination with furniture that has been re-polished. The bed is constructed of solid mahogany and boasts a superior structure. It is well constructed, solid in joint and ready to use.
Price:
The price for this item is £4,475 including free delivery and assembly to England, Wales & Southern Scotland*.
Customer Service:
We offer customer satisfaction through the following services:
· Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland*
· Free 14 Day Returns
· Full money back assurance
· Worldwide shipping
· Full insurance of items in transit
· Full assembly service
· Packaging removed & recycled
Free UK Delivery*:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland; for example, the Isle of Man, Isle of White and Channel Islands. If you live in one of the areas where we do not offer free delivery, please contact us for a delivery quote before purchasing the item. Delivery will be made by our specialised antique furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries.
Delivery times are usually 1-4 weeks depending on location; we aim to deliver the majority of items within 2 weeks. All items are professionally packaged and fully insured in transit, therefore, we can assure you, your items will be securely protected in transit and arrive safely with you.
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In order to be able to offer you free delivery, it is based on a 1-man delivery only. For any large items that require 2 people to lift the item, we ask that you are available at the time of delivery to be able to give our shipper a lift off the van and into your house with the item. If you are not able to lift items yourself, we ask that you have someone on hand at the time of delivery to assist our shipper with lifting 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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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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