Antique Four Poster Beds
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Four Poster Beds

Four Poster Beds - The King Of Beds and the Bed Of Kings

Four poster beds were originally built to protect the sleeper from drafts, insects and vermin. The first real four poster bed with four posts and a canopy was a Tudor Four Poster Bed. A Tudor Four Poster Bed had an elaborately carved back which was sometimes fastened to the paneling of the wall behind and its low heavy ceiling was supported by the massive carved posts actually standing away from the bed. In Tudor and earlier Stuart times the bedstead was considered to be the most important item of furniture in the home, whether of rich or poor status.

Even today, 600 years later up market hotels realise the value of the four poster bed, they know their guests will never forget their visit and the special nights spent in such an impressive bed. What can be a more prestigious be than a four poster bed, the ultimate in beds The King Of Beds and the Bed Of Kings.

Antique four poster beds specialise in searching out the larger beds, most of our stock are original antique four poster beds with a few top quality reproduction antique style four poster beds. We have many satisfied customers and take great pride in our reputation, we are committed to giving an honest and accurate description of all our four poster beds.

We also supply top quality luxury hypo allergenic Mattresses and Bed Bases - the Which guide award winning "Health Beds". Our mattresses and bases can be made in unusual sizes so if you have already acquired an antique four poster bed and need a special size mattress and bed base, have a look at our range and email us for a quote.

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Colonial Four Poster Beds - The History

From the 17th century to 1911 The British East India Company had a colony in India, especially in the then capital city Calcutta. Calcutta was a very important city and trading port to protect the British interests, so a large contingent of British troops were also posted here. In 1858 the rule of the East India Company was transferred to the Crown, The British Raj.  These rulers had grand tastes and wanted British style in their homes, they were very wealthy people so commissioned the finest craftsmen to make impressive pieces of furniture including beds, none more impressive than four poster beds. The local Nawabs (land-owners) and maharajahs were also greatly influenced by European lifestyles and also commissioned furniture for their palaces.

The magnificent colonial antique four poster beds on this site are completely original, no replacement parts and date around 1850. They were built in India for the Generals and officers of the British Raj and the Indian nobility. Due to trading restriction these antique four poster beds have been stored away for over a hundred years. They are carved from very hard wood usually mahogany or rosewood in the Victorian style demanded by Queen Victoria's high ranking officers.

Four poster beds were made in various sizes sometimes very large. The large size is probably because you would have wanted to spread out during the heat of an Indian summer. Originally these four poster beds would have been covered with mosquito net, but look fabulous with traditional drapes or muslin for a modern touch. The beds are restored sympathetically, carefully cleaned preserving their natural patina then wax polished giving them a natural sheen.

antique four poster beds

antique four poster beds

antique four poster beds

antique four poster beds