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Henri-Auguste Fourdinois - Exceptional Canopy Bed Know as François 1st Bed
Located in Beaune, FR
Four-poster bed said to belong to François I
Carved walnut
19th century
Around 1880
Signed « Henri
Category
Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
H 107.09 in W 70.48 in D 83.47 in
Reconstructed Wooden Four Poster Bed - KYLE 21213
Located in Wrexham, GB
A made-to-order reconstructed four poster bed using original antique mahogany decorative front
Category
2010s British Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Mahogany
Cream Victorian Four Poster Single Bed MS47
Located in Wrexham, GB
A traditional style Victorian antique bed adapted to be a four poster bed, with brass collars on
Category
Early 20th Century British Victorian Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass, Iron
19th Century Set of Victorian Mahogany Library or Bed Steps
Located in London, GB
originally be used to ascend high four-poster beds but would be perfect to use as a bedside cabinet or as
Category
Antique 1870s English Victorian Cabinets
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Walnut and Oak Armoire
Located in Stamford, CT
, European theatre posters. Four shelves can be inserted. With key, 18th century.
Category
Antique 18th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut, Oak
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022References show that in the 14th and 15th centuries, “four-post” was the correct terminology. However, today it is considered correct to say “four-poster”. You can find a range of vintage and antique four-poster beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Today, the point of a four-poster bed is largely stylistic. People place them in bedrooms due to their elegant decorative appearance. Historically, four-poster beds featured heavy curtains that blocked light, preserved privacy and provided warmth in the winter. You'll find a selection of four-poster beds on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The tester on a four poster bed is the canopy over the bed. It was usually made of wood and could be covered with cloth. It provided privacy and helped enclose the bed, making it easier to heat the bed area. On 1stDibs, find an array of vintage and contemporary four-poster beds.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Across the top of older four-poster beds was a wooden rail that was called the tester. The tester often held a rail where curtains were attached that could be pulled closed. Shop a collection of four-poster beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can make a four-poster bed modern in a number of ways. Try refinishing it with matte spray paint or covering the headboard with fabric or wallpaper. You can also hang fabric in contemporary prints from the frame as a canopy. You'll find a collection of four-poster beds on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A four poster bed features four posts, one at each corner. A canopy bed also has four posts, one at each corner, but a canopy bed is covered with a cloth of some sort. They can look similar except for the canopy on top. However, canopy posts are often built differently than four poster beds so they can accommodate the fabric. Shop a collection of four poster and canopy beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Porcelain, stoneware, earthenware and bone china are the four types of pottery. All of them use clay as the foundation and heat to fire them. Sometimes pottery is only divided into three categories: porcelain, stoneware and earthenware, and bone china is rolled into the category of porcelain. Find a collection of vintage and modern pottery on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The four types of fireplaces are classified by the fuel they use. They are wood-burning, gas-burning, electric and ethanol-burning. Both natural gas (NG) and propane gas (LP) fall under the gas-burning category. Find a collection of antique and vintage fireplaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024The four types of diamonds are natural, lab-grown, treated and natural fancy-colored. Natural diamonds are those derived from mines, while lab-grown diamonds are human-made. A treated diamond comes from a mine but then undergoes an enhancement process to improve its appearance. Diamonds in colors other than white that come from mines rather than laboratories are naturally fancy-colored. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of diamond jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The four types of lighting are: ambient, task, accent and decorative. Ambient lighting, such as chandeliers and recessed ceiling lights, provides the main source of illumination. Task lighting, such as desk and table lamps, offers more focused illumination for performing certain tasks. Accent and decorative lighting highlight the details of a space while also creating mood and atmosphere. Accent lighting includes wall sconces and spotlights, while decorative lighting includes more ornamental fixtures, like string lights and small lanterns. Shop a variety of lighting on 1stDibs.
- What is a travel poster?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A travel poster is a poster that highlights points of interest, depicts the mode of transportation used to get to a specific location, or features activities available at the destination. Travel posters were used by hotels, airlines, railroads, and tourism companies to graphically promote their services to the public as well as advertise travel destinations. Find a collection of antique and vintage travel posters on 1stDibs today.
- What is a WPA poster?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022WPA, or Work Projects Administration posters were a government program from 1936 to 1943 that supported the arts, health and educational programs. More than 2000 posters are said to exist. You can shop a collection of WPA posters from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a lithograph poster?1 Answer
International Fine Arts Consortium - IFAC ArtsMarch 22, 2021It's a print using an offset lithograph press. Although still used today it has been primarily replaced with digital printing. - What is a propaganda poster?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Propaganda posters were designed to present the public with a concept or idea in a single image with a brief slogan. The word propaganda is defined as information that’s biased or misleading but it isn’t always that negative, sometimes propaganda is used to rally people around a cause. On 1stDibs, find vintage propaganda posters from top sellers around the world.
- What is an advertising poster?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021An advertising poster is a visual printed work that is commonly used by small businesses as a promotional technique. The message on an advertising poster might pertain to promoting brand awareness or calling action to a new product. Find a variety of antique and vintage advertising poster designs on 1stDibs.
- What is a vintage poster?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A vintage poster is a collector’s item — it usually refers to a piece of poster art that is at least 20 years old. These posters may range from $500 to $2,000 per item and can even be more expensive depending on subject matter, artist and other attributes. Shop a wide collection of unique vintage posters on 1stDibs today.
- What is a theatrical poster?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A theatrical poster is a sign or a placard advertising a show or a play. It usually advertises coming attractions and is displayed in front of the theater or the lobby. Find a collection of antique and vintage theatrical posters on 1stDibs today.
- What is a graphic poster?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A graphic poster is a printed poster that might include a range of graphic elements such as charts, illustrations or photography accompanying text. Graphic posters are great at catching the attention of passers-by and will likely help better convey your message. Shop vintage posters from top sellers and makers around the world on 1stDibs.
- What are Mucha posters?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Using lithography to create his art, Alphonse Mucha’s posters stylized Art Nouveau theatrical posters. Commissioned by Sarah Bernhardt, she had offered him a contract to create stage and clothing designs, as well as these posters, now lovingly referred to as Mucha posters. You’ll find a collection of Alphonse Mucha’s pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are Mondo posters?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024Mondo posters are posters the American company Mondo produces. They typically advertise films, comics and television shows and feature a distinctive retro style. Each Mondo poster is part of a limited series of prints produced with screen printing techniques. Explore a variety of Mondo posters from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.