Mahogany Sleigh Beds – Spotlight

Mahogany Sleigh Beds

History

Thought to originate from as early as the Roman period the sleigh bed’s popularity rose during the French Empire period. With its elaborate and distinctive style the bed became a status symbol of well to do Victorians. Sleigh beds were historically constructed from wood. We have carried on this tradition with our range of ethically sourced solid mahogany and burr walnut beds.

Style

The sleigh bed’s distinctive scrolling curved shape looks very elegant and brings a touch of class to any bedroom.  A real design classic the sleigh bed works equally well in a traditional or contemporary bedroom and remains a firm favourite with many of our customers.

Choice

Our impressive collection offers a choice of styles to fit effortlessly into any bedroom.  Our traditional solid mahogany sleigh beds come with a choice of high or low footboard.  The low footboard version is one of our best sellers and is perfect for smaller bedrooms or taller customers!

Another option is the rattan sleigh bed which features rattan panels in both the headboard and footboard. The antique white version of this bed is very shabby chic and perfect for your boudoir!

Another of our best sellers is the Sleigh Day Bed which features a hideaway second bed (or trundle) making it perfect for a child’s bedroom or guest room.

Our most impressive sleigh bed is an antique reproduction of the French Brodsworth bed inspired by Louis Philippe Lit Bateau. The original bed can be seen at Brodsworth Hall in South Yorkshire. (Our version of the bed is pictured above).

All of our sleigh beds are available in waxed mahogany or an antique white paint finish. They are available in double, king size and super king size. (The Day Bed is only available in 3’ single).

If you prefer burr walnut the Hampton sleigh bed with a choice of high or low footboard is a good option. Alternatively the Spire High End Sleigh Bed is a more contemporary choice.