The Bed of Ware

English

V&A (Victoria & Albert Museum)

1558 - 1603

Richly carved and ornamented bed with the remains of painted decoration. Subject of numerous tales and literary references eg Twelfth Night and a play by Ben Johnson.

• Medium: oak
• Dimensions: 230 x 328 cm
• Art Fund Grant: £2030 ( Total: £4,000)
• ArtFunded in: 1931
• Vendor: Frank Partridge

Provenance

Made by royal order and presented by Henry VIII to the Fanshawe family at the Manor House, Ware; Saracens Head Inn, Ware; 1860 Rye House, Rye; house and contents sold by auction to Christies the brewers; 1927 Cannon Brewery; 1931 Messrs Partridge.

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