EARLY AMERICAN ANTIQUE FEDERAL PERIOD MAHOGANY ACANTHUS & POMEGRANATE CARVED BED

Description: IMPRESSIVE LATE 18TH CENTURY FEDERAL PERIOD ANTIQUE MAHOGANY FOUR POST BED WITH ACANTHUS & POMEGRANATE CARVINGSWith our absolute highest compliments Bay Colony Antiques takes the utmost pleasure in offering this important and rare antique four post bed. This example is simply nothing short of impressive with larger proportions not common for antique beds of the late 18th century. Every component of the bed is constructed from robust elements all of which are from the highest grade of exotic mahogany lumber sourced from either Honduras or Santa Domingo during the 18th century. Beds of this caliber are so uncommon they are moreover thought to simply not exist. While we have been fortunate to have owned and offered beds of the late 18th century with remarkably turned and carved bed posts, we have never encountered an example before where every single aspect of the bed is as dense or as finely constructed as this current offering. Every detail on this bed is meticulously carved and crafted, overall, the bed has remained in pristine condition throughout centuries of existence. If you are a collector seeking the absolute finest in 18th century traditional furniture this should be the last bed you will ever have to take into consideration. Compared to all other antique beds of similar stature this bed is without equal and simply superior in all respects. As previously mentioned, this bed is constructed from the highest grade of mahogany available to furniture makers at any point in history. We cannot overstate how commanding and dense every element of this bed is. Situated atop each post are four carved pomegranates which are articulated and surmounted by individually carved acanthus leaves. In the 18th century exotic fruits such as pineapples were popular motifs in woodcarving and decorative art objects albeit; the pomegranate as a stylized design element is a rare occurrence and we are not aware of another piece incorporating the fruit into their designs. Each post is meticulously carved with spiraling acanthus leaf patterns quite similar to the finest examples of carved furniture produced in New York City two centuries ago. The headboard and footboard are virtual copies of one another with curved crest rails and book-matched twin panels boasting exotic crotched mahogany grain patterns. The bed stands on four finely turned legs and is made complete with ornamental brass bolt covers and the original rails that feature the raised spindles when rope was woven in both directions to form the bed foundation. Today custom mattress companies produce tailor made box springs which either drop down between the bed rails or have rabbit edge ends where the boxspring rests over the rails and between the rails as well. We are happy to provide our insights and advice depending on which bedding options you may want to consider. The bed measures 61" wide x 83 1/2" deep x 59 3/4" tall overall. The interior dimensions for bedding considerations are 53 1/4" wide not considering the thickness of "L" bracket supports x 73 1/2" deep. There is 20" of clearance height under the side rails and 19 1/2" of clearance beneath the headboard. From the floor to the top of the bed rails is 23" in height not considering the extra height of the turned knobs used for the original rope foundation. The bottom of the headboard is 25 1/2" tall off the ground while the top of the headboard stands 49" tall off the ground. WELCOMEWe are a wholly owned family business in our third decade of continuous operation. We have a large inventory of fine antiques ranging from Early American, Federal, Chippendale, Empire, Centennial, Victorian, 20th Century custom mahogany, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern antique furniture along with decorative arts from across the globe. All the items we offer to the general public are high quality estate pieces. We do not offer goods with significant flaws or defects. We completely avoid items with issues. You can expect the items we sell to have reasonable wear and tear. Due to the large volume of goods we deal in we cannot describe items in minutia. We do our best to give you an accurate condition report in our description of the items. We have expert woodworkers and re-finishers on staff to service any piece of furniture we offer. We represent all merchandise in absolute good faith and to the very best of our ability. Please ask all questions, including, but not limited to, shipping costs prior to purchase. All items are sold as is and from their location. If you would like to find out about any number of our services, including appraisals and restoration, please ask us about our website for more information. SHIPPING & DELIVERIES We deliver within a 250 mile range of zip code 01105 for a low cost flat rate. We specialize in New York City and Boston deliveries at extremely reasonable rates. For items requiring shipping beyond our delivery zone, we offer freight or “Ground Services” shipping, depending on the size of the items. We ship anywhere within the Continental United States. Items will require packaging and palletizing for freight shipments. The buyer is responsible for the cost of materials only for this service. We perform this service without the cost of labor as an appreciation for your patronage. Freight class shipping is the fastest and most cost effective method of shipping large items. We can reach anywhere in America with a large shipment within 7-10 business days. We buy materials in bulk to save you excessive costs. The materials required for proper crating of items for their safe transit is so specialized we may need up to 7-10 business days to make sure we get absolutely what is required & do the best job possible. We go the extra mile by designing premium customized furniture crates for the ultimate protection of your purchase. We ship from our facility with a loading dock on a major trucking artery. This and our “volume shippers” discount creates a substantial lower cost for you. The least expensive method of shipping is business to business with loading docks. Next is a business without a dock and the last option is shipping to a resident. We are sending your shipments with freight carriers. They are not furniture movers who bring the items into your home. You are provided with curbside delivery of your shipments. We can get you special services in certain cases, but you are responsible for telling us you require them and for the extra cost of these services, if you instruct our shippers to provide services beyond curbside deliveries. We are responsible for any additional services and charged for these services. We absolutely maintain our right to collect the costs of these charges for services we did not authorize or were prepaid for. MERCHANDISE PICK UP AND STORAGEAll our customers are welcome to come to our facility to pick up their purchases free of charge. You can expect friendly help in loading your purchase in your vehicle. We ask that you come ready to transport your purchase by having ample pads or blankets to protect your item in transit. We don’t like to send nice people off with things tied to roof racks. We also do not desire to charge storage fees, but we are holding some purchases for over three years now and are under no contract to. We are not a storage facility. We are happy to hold your items for a reasonable pre-agreed upon period. Beyond or absent any specified contract a $50.00 dollar per week storage fee will apply.ON-LINE SALES/TERMS OF USEAll Massachusetts residents are subject to the 6.25% sales tax unless you possess a valid resale number from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. We do not accept returns so please, ask all questions prior to submitting an offer or purchasing. We have a zero tolerance policy for non-paying buyers. Any offer we accept is a binding sale and subject to the conditions herein. Massachusetts General Law applies to all sales. Bidding on and purchasing any item is under the acknowledgment of the buyer and is consent to the contractual agreement set forth herein. This agreement is in full force and effect on any item purchased through our Ebay store and on items purchased through us and our gallery. We strive to make your on-line buying experience as easy and pleasant as possible. We accept all major credit cards and are delighted to answer any questions that you may have or provide services you may need.

Price: 3875 USD

Location: Springfield, Massachusetts

End Time: 2024-12-07T19:40:35.000Z

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