Bedstead post

Date1780-1810

MediumMaple

DimensionsOH: 61"; OW: 3 7/16"; OD: 3 5/16"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1964-425,5

DescriptionOctagonal, tapered tiger maple bedstead post ending in lamb's tongues above square section for rails; mortises for side rail and head or foot rail and board in post with accompanying bed bolt holes; legs square to foot with applied panels for Marlboro feet; iron pin extends from top of post.Mark(s)Roman numerals "VII" and "VI" chiseled at head/foot board and rail mortises and side rail mortise respectively.ProvenanceGlen-Sanders Collection