French Empire Mahogany and Ormolu Mount Canopy Bed

Early 19th century, high grade mahogany veneers, oval canopy with ormolu mounts and fringe trim supported by scrolled stiles, arched headboard with fluted stiles and book-matched panels, conforming slightly bowed footboard with scrolled crest rail, fluted stiles and artichoke finials, with wood rails.

Headboard 96 x 59 in.

Collection of a Gentleman, High Point, North Carolina

Surface spotting; later wood panel bracing to curved stiles; canopy with some veneer cracks and minor buckling.