Louis XV Daybed, Early 19th Century

In 18th and 19th century France, the daybed resembled a small scale French bed without canopy or curtains that served as a place for the lady of the house to take a daytime repose'. Often placed near a fireplace, the elongated form allowed for two people to rest on each end.

This beautiful piece has been left in original finish with a faint hint of a formerly painted surface. The original silk fabric was too tattered to save so we recovered the daybed in designer fabric, however, we retained the original horsehair stuffing along with the ticking. A heavy single cushion is possibly original to the piece but the three back cushions were added during the late 19th century. This would be splendid against a wall or at the foot of a large bed, and would be equally outstanding placed in the middle of a room. It is in sturdy condition with a reinforced wing frame in tip top shape; size 32" H x 88" L x 31" W.