A spool bed is a wooden bed with spindles that line the headboard and footboard. This type of bed gained popularity in the 1800s and was named after its resemblance to sewing spools.

Why is it called a spool bed?

A spool bed is named for the shape of the spindles at the headboard and footboard at the bed. They feature turned detail reminiscent of sewing spools. Shop a collection of spool beds from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.

What is an antique 3/4 bed?

Popularized in the early to mid 1900s, antique ¾ beds are ones that measure approximately 48” wide by 75” long. They are a size in between a single and a double, perfect if you need that tiny bit of extra space. You can also find a variety of antique beds from some of the top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.

How much is an antique brass bed worth?

The price of an antique brass bed depends on the period it belongs to. For example, if your brass bed is from the 1970s and has the least amount of ornamentation, it can cost between $300 to $500. Find antique and vintage brass beds on 1stDibs.

Antique Spool Bed

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Antique Victorian Walnut Jenny Lind Spool Bed Youth American Country Spindle

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H 30 in W 34.5 in D 77 in

Antique Victorian Walnut Jenny Lind Spool Bed Youth American Country Spindle

Located in Dayton, OH

American country bed jenny lind bed. Made from walnut with spool turned posts and spindles. Includes custom springs and mattress. Measures: 34.5" x 30" x 77", mattress height 21".

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Early 20th Century Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

Antique American Walnut Jenny Lind Style Federal Spool Full Size Post Bed

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H 57.5 in W 82.5 in D 57 in

Antique American Walnut Jenny Lind Style Federal Spool Full Size Post Bed

Located in Dayton, OH

Early 1900s American walnut Jenny Lind / Federal style full size bed. Features ribbed / spooled spindles and posts.

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Early 20th Century Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Thomas O'Brien for Hickory Chair Modern Mahogany Library Table or Desk Bookcases

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H 30.25 in W 60 in D 36 in

Thomas O'Brien for Hickory Chair Modern Mahogany Library Table or Desk Bookcases

By Thomas O'brien, Hickory Chair Furniture Company

Located in Dayton, OH

No company in North Carolina had reproduced an antique at this time in history. An antique English Spool Bed was found in the home of Dorothy Robinson, a descendant of Henry Weidner,...

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Late 20th Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Antique Spool Bed

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Antique Spool Bed

Located in East Hampton, NY

Antique turned wood spool bed.....full size.....head board measures 41"H x 52"W....foot board measures 37"H x 52"W...

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20th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Antique Early American Colonial Maple Jenny Lind Spool 4 Poster Full Canopy Bed

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H 80 in W 53 in D 73.5 in

Antique Early American Colonial Maple Jenny Lind Spool 4 Poster Full Canopy Bed

Located in Dayton, OH

An impressive antique Jenny Lind rope / spool bed with canopy. Made from maple with turned and ribbed posts.

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Antique 19th Century American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Maple

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Questions About Antique Spool Bed

What is a spool bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A spool bed is a wooden bed with spindles that line the headboard and footboard. This type of bed gained popularity in the 1800s and was named after its resemblance to sewing spools.
Why is it called a spool bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A spool bed is named for the shape of the spindles at the headboard and footboard at the bed. They feature turned detail reminiscent of sewing spools. Shop a collection of spool beds from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
What is an antique 3/4 bed?
2 Answers
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Popularized in the early to mid 1900s, antique ¾ beds are ones that measure approximately 48” wide by 75” long. They are a size in between a single and a double, perfect if you need that tiny bit of extra space. You can also find a variety of antique beds from some of the top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A 3/4 bed is any bed that measures around 48 inches wide by 75 inches long. They were popular during the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century. On 1stDibs, shop a wide collection of antique beds from some of the world’s top sellers.
How much is an antique brass bed worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
The price of an antique brass bed depends on the period it belongs to. For example, if your brass bed is from the 1970s and has the least amount of ornamentation, it can cost between $300 to $500. Find antique and vintage brass beds on 1stDibs.

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