State Bed Collection

The state bedroom, Normanton Park, Rutland, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006)
CLF311818 The state bedroom, Normanton Park, Rutland, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

A State Bed, 1813
6339949 A State Bed, 1813 by Blunt, C. (18th-19th century); (add.info.: A State Bed, 1813. Bed with mahogany frame, elevated cornices in a military style decorated with fasces)

Gothic style State Bed, 1823
6339944 Gothic style State Bed, 1823 by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Gothic style State Bed, 1823. Gothic revival four-poster bed with a canopy from a throne)

A Four Posted Bed
6339947 A Four Posted Bed by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info.: A Four Posted Bed. With high dome and canopy, draperies coming through the cornices)

State Bed at Osterley Park (oil on canvas)
2829498 State Bed at Osterley Park (oil on canvas) by Ranken, William Bruce Ellis (1881-1941); 73.7x60.6 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Her Majestys Visit to Arundel Castle (engraving)
1617471 Her Majestys Visit to Arundel Castle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Her Majestys Visit to Arundel Castle)

Royal Visit to the University of Cambridge (engraving)
1100828 Royal Visit to the University of Cambridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Visit to the University of Cambridge)

The Venetian Ambassadors Rom at Knole. The Bedstead Made for James I, The Chair and Stools of the Pediod of Charles II, All with Green Velvet Upholstery, 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume III

The Kings Bedroom at Knole. Bedstead Made for James I, 1928
The Kings Bedroom at Knole. With Bedstead Made for James I and Chair and Stools of a Later Period, 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume III. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E

The State Bedstead, by Georges Jacob, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

State Bed, English, c. 1708, 1928
State Bed, English, c.1708, 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume III. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

State Bedstead made for George, Prince of Wales, 1927. Artists: Edward F Strange, Unknown
State Bedstead made for George, Prince of Wales, 1927. Bed of George II and Caroline, Prince and Princess of Wales, ca. 1715, displayed in the Queens State Bedchamber at Hampton Court Palace

Queen Annes State Bedstead in Crimson and Gold Figured Velvet, 1927. Artists: Edward F Strange
Queen Annes State Bedstead in Crimson and Gold Figured Velvet, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume II. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

William IIIs State Bedstead in the Great Bedchamber, 1927. Artists: Edward F Strange, Unknown
William IIIs State Bedstead in the Great Bedchamber, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume II. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

President William McKinleys state bedroom at the White House, 1901. McKinley (1843-1901) 25th President of USA from 1896, was shot by an anarchist, Leon Czolgosz

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"The Grandeur of State Beds: A Glimpse into the Opulent Bedrooms of England's Lost Houses" Step into the enchanting world of state beds, where luxury and history intertwine to create magnificent sleeping quarters fit for royalty. In Normanton Park, Rutland, lies a captivating state bedroom that exudes elegance and grandeur. Captured in Giles Worsley's timeless photographs from his book "England's Lost Houses, " this black-and-white image transports us back to a bygone era. As we delve deeper into the realm of state beds, we encounter an array of exquisite examples. An 1813 masterpiece showcases a regal bed adorned with intricate carvings and sumptuous fabrics, while an 1823 Gothic-style creation mesmerizes with its ornate details. Moving on to Osterley Park, we discover a majestic four-poster bed that invites dreams fit for kings and queens. Its oil-on-canvas depiction evokes a sense of awe as it captures every lavish detail meticulously crafted by skilled artisans. The allure continues at Arundel Castle, where Her Majesty graced its hallowed halls during her visit. An engraving immortalizes this historic moment as she marvels at the resplendent state bed within these ancient walls. Not limited to castles alone, even universities bear witness to royal visits. At Cambridge University, another engraving commemorates a regal presence admiring their own opulent state bed – symbolizing both academic excellence and royal patronage. Knole unveils yet more treasures within its Venetian Ambassadors Room. Here stands a bedstead originally made for James I – an exquisite piece accompanied by an equally remarkable chair that completes this regal ensemble. Intriguingly enough, Knole also houses The King's Bedroom featuring another splendid bedstead commissioned for James I in 1928 – showcasing how these magnificent pieces have stood the test of time.