Antiques
Antique Chinese Carved Canopy Bed with Alcove
- Item Number
- 112
- Estimated Value
- 6000 USD
- Opening Bid
- 1000 USD
Item Description
The Chinese canopy bed is approximately 81″ wide, 92″ deep,
and 80″ tall at its highest. Age unknown.
Elaborately carved, antique Chinese bed chamber; including rear canopy bed sleeping area, with alcove greeting and seating area in front.
Traditionally, the alcove area of Chinese bed chambers was used to greet visitors and usually was furnished with two chairs and a center table; from which tea, wine and food were served. The window openings were covered with beautiful silks in the warm months and warmer fabrics during the colder months.
They could be drawn closed for privacy or opened to allow breezes to pass through. The ceiling area could have been draped with silk.
The front of the alcove section of the bed chamber features beautifully carved panels daily life and nature. The carved panels have a reddish, clear lacquer finish and are highlighted in places with gold lacquer.
The raised bed platform in the rear of the bed chamber is where a mattress-like cushion would have been placed for sleeping. This area is slightly smaller than a full size Western bed.
Item Special Note
Construction of the bed chamber is fascinating, as no nails or glue were used. All wooden framework, beams, supports, panels, and carvings are held in place by locking together with tension -- making assembly and disassembly simple. In fact, the entire bed chamber can be assembled in approximately one hour. The only
tool needed is a rubber mallet and about four people to hold pieces in place until assembled. All pieces of the bed chamber are labeled and complete step-by-step instructions are available; as well as photos taken during an assembly.
This item comes with detailed instructions and diagrams for easy self assembly. All pieces are bubble wrapped and labeled. Review assembly process step by step at the following web link:-
http://www.antique-chinese-furniture.com/blog/2008/10/07/how-to-assemble-a-chinese-wedding-bed/
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