Napoleon III Parcel-Gilt and Mahogany Lit de Milieu or Daybed Frame, Circa 1870
Item Details
A Napoleon III parcel-gilt and mahogany lit de milieu or daybed frame, circa 1870. The frame consists of two end panels, two rails, and two support slats. The rectangular end panels feature front columns with gilt-gesso, female busts and carved feet while the the back columns are topped by removable, gilt and green-painted urns. Each column has casters on the underside. The interior of the front rail retains an old, if not original, paper label reading ‘Garde-Meubles / Odoul / 51. Rue Bichat / 1. Rue De Londres Paris’.
| Type | Day Bed |
| Materials | Mahogany |
| Bed Size | Custom Size |
| Manufacturer | Garde-Meubles Odoul |
- 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
- to fair; some chips/losses to gesso elements; side panels with age splits; some veneer repairs, with larger examples to columns; back rail with former pest damage (worming) with associated marks and losses and resulting in some repairs; casters have been replaced; frame with other various scratches, dents, chips, marks, and abrasions consistent with age and use; structurally stable; mattress is not included.
Dimensions
- measured exterior of frame when assembled; the interior is 75" W x 53.5" D.
Item #
18DCC700-054
