The “Four Poster” Style Bed: America’s Answer to Europe’s Antique Canopy Beds of the 1800s
The “four poster” style bed, an iconic piece of American furniture, represents a fascinating chapter in the evolution of bedroom design. Originating in the United States during the mid-to-late 1800s, this bed style was not just a functional piece of furniture, but also a cultural statement. It was America’s response to the European antique iron…