A bedchamber at Fontainebleau.
This is Napoleon's bed, also at Fontainebleau, my favourite I think.
Another with green hangings, but this time in the less elaborate surroundings of the Château at Valençay.
King Ferdinand's bedroom at Valençay.
While I was preparing this post, I found myself wanting to know more about the history of beds. I had no idea that there were quite so many differences, how they evolved over time, and why.
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Wow! Those are fantastic! That is so neat to have been able to experience that.
ReplyDeleteIncredible photos! Such fancy beds. I'd like to know more about the history too. Great take on the theme.
ReplyDeleteFantastic beds... Nice take!
ReplyDeleteWonderful take on the theme. Elegant wall hangings. Happy weekend.
ReplyDeleteThe first two beds look like four poster beds but the last two look more like sofa chairs than beds from the angles I see them!
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone!
ReplyDelete@YTSL, the two you mention were the only type in the whole château. I was quite surprised to see in every case, the long side was against the wall, even in rooms that were very definitely bedrooms. There was a bed in Napoleon's office at Fontainebleau, very similar to the second two, but they did say on the blurb that he used it as a bed if he needed a nap during the day! When the going got tough. :)
wow the rooms are a beautiful. wish i could have that kind of bedroom :)
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What utterly fantastical and gorgeous beds. Your photos are lovely.
ReplyDeleteMine's up, too.
Those are incredible.
ReplyDeleteI love the way the wee man needed steps to help him get into bed!
ReplyDeleteThe details are amazing, what an interesting post for the theme!!
ReplyDeleteLove Napoleon's matching steps too!
What high ceilings, as if they were giants.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful experience. These are all so colorful and ornate. I actually like King Ferdinand's bedroom. Great post
ReplyDeleteI just had to have a laugh at Napoleon's bed, with the steps.
ReplyDeleteWhat very ornate, opulent bedding!
THey are so fancy, I don't know if I could sleep in them!
ReplyDeletePoor old Napoleon! One must maintain one's dignity at all times. :)
ReplyDelete@Maureen, the Princess and the Pea? :)
Napoleon's bed was gorgeous! Stunning and I so wish I could see them all in person. As usual A. your photo's are exquisite.
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful pics - well captured - a great contribution to the theme!
ReplyDeletegreat take on the theme.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely site to see. The photos and the rooms are gorgeous!
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