Chinese Parcel-Gilt and Polychrome Carved Hardwood Queen Size Canopy Wedding Bed
Item Details
Carved panels of florals, foliate and fauna with scrolls, phoenix and cloud symbols. Installing the Bridal Bed is an important Chinese wedding tradition. On the day before the wedding a ‘good luck woman’ or ‘good luck man’, that is a man or woman with many children and living mates, was selected to install a newly purchased bed. After the bed was in place, children were invited onto the bed as an omen of fertility. The bed was scattered with red dates, oranges, lotus seeds, peanuts, pomegranates and other fruits also as an omen of fertility.
| Type | Bed |
| Materials | Wood, Giltwood |
| Bed Size | Queen |
| Period | Late 19th/Early 20th Century, Antique |
| Style | Chinese |
| Additional Information | * Please note, the mattress and linens are not included. A queen size mattress fits the bed. |
- Please note, this is an item that may be especially difficult to move and/or transport. The winner is responsible for bringing appropriate assistance, vehicle, proper materials, and any necessary tools to pickup. International shipping may be restricted.
Condition
- overall with various scratches, marks, nicks/chips, light cracks, and abrasions consistent with age and use; scattered finish wear/losses; other imperfections, wear, and repairs/restorations.
Dimensions
- the bed frame is composed of two large bases and more than forty additional pieces.
Item #
ITMG268197
