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French beds

Scope note

Beds with a simple wooden framework, which supports the bed hangings so as to form a plain, rectangular box. No wooden components are visible; even the posts are encased in cloth. Use "sleigh beds" for beds with two ends of equal height.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000142783

Broader Terms used

beds (furniture)

Equivalent Terms used

French bed

Created

13yrs ago

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