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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Ghopper1924, post: 10208213, member: 5170&quot;]The brass bed is likely 1890s. The photos make it appear to have a very nice patina; some would prefer it that way. It would no doubt be stunning - and labor intensive - to have it all bright and shiny again; everyone likes that. Have a mattress custom made to put this beauty to work again; it’s not as difficult or expensive as you might think.</p><p><br /></p><p>The trestle-style table has a lyre central pedestal. The condition appears to be poor; given the decline in the antique market it’s probably not worth restoring unless it has sentimental value for you. It looks to have been a dining table or large side table.</p><p><br /></p><p>The final piece is unusual. It looks to be a day bed from the mid-19th century. The spindles are variously called “Jenny Lind” or “bobbin.” You will probably have to get a custom cut high mattress, maybe strengthening the base with short slats or something similar, to augment the rope support and make it useful again as well as interesting. Or not. The ropes may be enough, and would certainly keep it more authentic.</p><p><br /></p><p>Place it in front of a window or at the base of your bed.</p><p><br /></p><p>It was wonderful to see these pieces. Thanks for sharing![/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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