Items Similar to 19th Century Baroque Full Bed, Original Four Poster Lisbon Bed

19th Century Baroque Queen Bed, Original Four Poster Lisbon Bed

19th Century, Baroque Full Bed, Original Four Fluted Poster Spanish Bed

Early 20th Carved Medallions Full Bed, Original Four Poster Lisbon Bed

Mughal Raj Four Poster Bed Anglo Indian Portuguese Baroque Lisbon Bed

20th Century Full Bed, Original Four Fluted Poster Spanish Bed with Wood Slabs

St. Croix Regency Four Poster Mahogany Queen Bed, 19th Century

Want more images or videos?

Request additional images or videos from the seller

1 of 13

19th Century Baroque Full Bed, Original Four Poster Lisbon Bed

About the Item

19th century Baroque bed, original Lisbon bed The measurements you can see in the listing is only for the shipping, the This Queen size 4-poster bed is hand carved with elaborate details, spiral turned post, 3D open spiral twist spindles, and Moorish details represented by the repetition of arches. It is carved and turned from solid alder wood which is known for its natural distressing and characteristics. This bed is a current representation of Indo-Portuguese furniture. An era long passed and almost lost. Indo-Portuguese beginnings Moorish architecture is a variation of Islamic architecture. It developed as a group of individuals of Islamic faith spread from the Middle East to the Maghreb, an area which included parts of North Africa and Spain. Their architecture was noted for its unique characteristics, a result of the intertwined influences of culture and religion. Some of the most prominent examples of Moorish architecture can be found in Spain with most built between the beginning of the 12th century and the end of the 16th century. With this new cultural influence there came an advancement of ornamental art especially in Northern India. Resulting in carved furniture influenced by the styles and fashion from Arab states, Turkey and Persia. Cabinet and furniture making had a turning point during this period. Introducing elaborately carved wood and chest with inlay work, brass corners, metal rosette and knobs. The concept of more useful furniture such as the dressing table was discovered in Indian during this period. The Portuguese where the masters of navigation and conquest and started settlements on the Western coast of India. One being Goa in 1510 and in 1530 it became the capital of the Portuguese Eastern Empire. It was in Goa that the Portuguese were introduced to the blacksmiths and the art of carpentry, carving, and joinery. Likewise the Indians crossed to Lisbon and learned the techniques of the Portuguese and that was the beginning of Indo-Portuguese furniture. By the end of the 17th century the Goans had Indian influences meshed with the Western Era architecture. The locals had a desire for artistic furniture. Tables, benches, chairs, rocking chairs, easy chairs, stools, sofas, beds, day beds, cupboards, cabinet and chest came to be in favour as known today as Indo-Portuguese furniture. As trade heightened this type of furniture spread throughout Europe. When the 20th century came many where drawn to more simple lines and this style fell out of favour and many of the craftsmen that had passed along these techniques generation to generation where no more. Today there are a few artisans who are practicing this craft. This bed is a current representation of an era and craftsman long passed.This Queen size 4-poster bed is hand carved with elaborate details, spiral turned post, 3D open spiral twist spindles, and Moorish details represented by the repetition of arches. It is carved and turned from solid alder wood which is known for its natural distressing and characteristics. This bed is a current representation of Indo-Portuguese furniture. An era long passed and almost lost. Indo-Portuguese beginnings Moorish architecture is a variation of Islamic architecture. It developed as a group of individuals of Islamic faith spread from the Middle East to the Maghreb, an area which included parts of North Africa and Spain. Their architecture was noted for its unique characteristics, a result of the intertwined influences of culture and religion. Some of the most prominent examples of Moorish architecture can be found in Spain with most built between the beginning of the 12th century and the end of the 16th century. With this new cultural influence there came an advancement of ornamental art especially in Northern India. Resulting in carved furniture influenced by the styles and fashion from Arab states, Turkey and Persia. Cabinet and furniture making had a turning point during this period. Introducing elaborately carved wood and chest with inlay work, brass corners, metal rosette and knobs. The concept of more useful furniture such as the dressing table was discovered in Indian during this period. The Portuguese where the masters of navigation and conquest and started settlements on the Western coast of India. One being Goa in 1510 and in 1530 it became the capital of the Portuguese Eastern Empire. It was in Goa that the Portuguese were introduced to the blacksmiths and the art of carpentry, carving, and joinery. Likewise the Indians crossed to Lisbon and learned the techniques of the Portuguese and that was the beginning of Indo-Portuguese furniture. By the end of the 17th century the Goans had Indian influences meshed with the Western Era architecture. The locals had a desire for artistic furniture. Tables, benches, chairs, rocking chairs, easy chairs, stools, sofas, beds, day beds, cupboards, cabinet and chest came to be in favour as known today as Indo-Portuguese furniture. As trade heightened this type of furniture spread throughout Europe. When the 20th century came many where drawn to more simple lines and this style fell out of favour and many of the craftsmen that had passed along these techniques generation to generation where no more. Today there are a few artisans who are practicing this craft. This bed is a current representation of an era and craftsman long passed.

Dimensions:

Height: 64.57 in (164 cm)Width: 55.52 in (141 cm)Depth: 77.96 in (198 cm)

Style:

Baroque (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Walnut

Place of Origin:

Portugal

Period:

Late 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1880

Condition:

Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

Miami, FL

Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

20th Century Full Bed, Original Four Fluted Poster Spanish Bed with Wood Slabs

$6,890

Large Black and Golden Iron & Bronze Full Bed, Early 19th Century

Located in Miami, FL

Large black and golden iron & bronze full bed, early 19th century This original bed has the slabs fixed and you can fold the bed as you can see in the pictures. Its very easy to use...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Large Black and Golden Iron & Bronze Full Bed, Early 19th Century

$4,875

Four-Poster Canopy Bed, Mid-Century

Located in Miami, FL

Canopy bed. It can be used like a sun bed.

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Iron

Presenting a beautifully crafted early 19th-century American Federal Four Poster Bed, an exquisite example of timeless craftsmanship. This bed showcases the elegant and understated s...

Category