How much should I realistically ask for this exact bed? I don't want to overprice. It is in excellent condition, original blue prints and hardware, no scratches or dings.
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This is a canopy bed.
A canopy bed is an extraordinary bed that consists of a canopy. The bed is popular for its unique design where curtains can be hung. Originally the tradition of having a canopy and curtains was to keep the bed warmer but most of them are used for decoration purposes these days. As time went by these beds came in popularity and many of the fancy bed curtains started being made.
Until the time of the 16th century, almost all of the canopy beds that could be seen were carved bed frames. These beds are made from carved metals and carved woods. Until 1911 the canopy bed was one of the most necessary pieces of furniture in any household in China.
Estimated price of a similar Baker King Size Mahogany Canopy Bed, carved posts and canopy, height 87 inches, width 86 inches is $800 - $1,200.
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I found an absolutely exact bed:
Baker Furniture inlaid walnut tester bed
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It was sold for $800.
Provenance: Columbia, South Carolina private collection.
These Baker poster beds are listed for $3K+:
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This 4 piece set is listed for $2K:
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This one actually sold for $425. emptyyournestnj.com/
This similar signed by famous maker "Baker Milling Road, West Indies Collection," solid mahogany queen size bed about 25 years old sold at $2,450
Similar 20th Century Baker Canopy Bed With Barley Twist Posts sold at $2,100
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Another very similar Baker bed in very good condition 93"h. x 70"w. x 88"d sold for $700 (in 2014)
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