ELDRED WHEELER. Handcrafters of Fine 18th Century American Furniture BED COLLECTION

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1 ELDRED WHEELER Handcrafters of Fine 18th Century American Furniture BED COLLECTION

The origins of Eldred Wheeler Furniture EMMET ELDRED and his partner, Bill Wheeler, launched their shoestring enterprise in 1977. From its first home in Hanson, MA.

Today, the company crafts a wide variety of sought-after period forms, ranging from simple Queen Anne tea tables to fan-carved highboys and lowboys to elaborately detailed bonnettop secretary desks.

2 The origins of Eldred Wheeler Furniture EMMET ELDRED and his partner, Bill Wheeler, launched their shoestring enterprise in From its first home in Hanson, MA., Eldred Wheeler grew from a four-man shop building with a bare handful of items to one of the nation s premier designers and builders of 18th Century country high style furniture. Today, the company crafts a wide variety of sought-after period forms, ranging from simple Queen Anne tea tables to fan-carved highboys and lowboys to elaborately detailed bonnettop secretary desks. CHERRY AND TIGER MAPLE, remain the preferred woods. The quality and historical credibility of Eldred Wheeler furniture spawned a loyal and cherished following of customers and collectors, which continues to grow. ELDRED WHEELER IS THE FULFILLMENT OF A DESIRE to create fine furniture in the same manner as early American cabinet makers. Our own interest in colonial American furniture, coupled with the limited number of antique originals, prompted us to find a way to build authentic, affordable pieces. EACH ELDRED WHEELER EDITION IS CREATED BY HAND and maintains the same traditions as 18th Century craftsmen in the areas of design, materials, joinery, carving and finishing. We select wide boards of cherry, maple and tiger maple for hand-planing and scraping. Then, classic 18th Century joinery techniques are used to assemble each design. Finishing is done by hand using time-tested formulas. WE BELIEVE THAT THE END RESULT is unique furniture which elicits the same excitement produced by comparable antiques. WE ARE PROUD OF OUR WORK and truly enjoy creating furniture for people who appreciate 18th Century American antiques and wish to own selected pieces in the style and workmanship of earlier craftsmen. PAGE 2 Eldred Wheeler Collection

Acorn Bed Custom low acorn foot post circa 1800-1840 THE ACORN BED is a New England country style bed that features a hand-turned

The Connecticut River Valley Headboard with center carving is featured in the photo to the right.

3 Acorn Bed Custom low acorn foot post circa THE ACORN BED is a New England country style bed that features a hand-turned post topped by an acorn. The acorn style of bed was commonly produced by the more rural craftsmen in the early 1800 s. The Connecticut River Valley Headboard with center carving is featured in the photo to the right. Available in Cherry and Tiger Maple. (now available with shorter foot posts!) Head Post height is 65 ¼. Height from floor to top of rail is 17. Eldred Wheeler Collection PAGE 3

Cannonball Bed circa 1720-1760 OUR CANNONBALL BED features a wide turned post

This post features the classic turned Cannonball style produced by the late 18th and

We offer a special extended headboard with a hand carved shell. Post height is 57.

4 Cannonball Bed circa OUR CANNONBALL BED features a wide turned post available in tiger maple or cherry wood. This post features the classic turned Cannonball style produced by the late 18th and early 19th Century New England Cabinetmakers. We offer a special extended headboard with a hand carved shell. Post height is 57. Height from floor to top of rail is 17. Optional Headboard Carvings: Available on Connecticut Valley Headboard only. SHELL CARVING FAN CARVING PAGE 4 Eldred Wheeler Collection

Pencil Post Bed circa 1750-1780 PENCIL POST BEDS were made throughout New England during the second half of the 18th Century. Surprisingly, the posts have a functional origin.

5 Pencil Post Bed circa PENCIL POST BEDS were made throughout New England during the second half of the 18th Century. Surprisingly, the posts have a functional origin. They were used to support fabric coverlets, which provided privacy and added warmth. Most often the posts were never seen. Our bed is based on an 18th Century post we found in a New England attic. The carved lamb s tongue decorations and the subtle taper of the chamfered posts are traditional design characteristics. OUR PENCIL POST BED is one of our popular beds and is used in traditional, as well as more contemporary settings. Post height is 81. Height from floor to top of rail is 17. NATIONAL SALES: nationalsales@eldredwheeler.com NEW ENGLAND SALES: (MA, CT, RI, ME, VT, NH) newenglandsales@eldredwheeler.com Eldred Wheeler Collection PAGE 5

Sheraton Field Bed WITH SMOOTH POSTS IN TIGER MAPLE OR CHERRY circa 1780-1820 THE DESIGN OF TURNED BEDS is largely attributed to Thomas Sheraton and George Hepplewhite, two English craftsmen who

6 Sheraton Field Bed WITH SMOOTH POSTS IN TIGER MAPLE OR CHERRY circa THE DESIGN OF TURNED BEDS is largely attributed to Thomas Sheraton and George Hepplewhite, two English craftsmen who published pattern books during the second half of the 18th Century. Our Sheraton Field Bed was designed by Thomas Sheraton as a portable bed which could easily be set up or taken apart. Each post is hand turned starting with a solid block of wood over 3 square. This single bed features a Connecticut River Valley Headboard and a bow canopy. Post height is Bed is shown with Smooth Posts. PAGE 6 Eldred Wheeler Collection

Sheraton Field Bed WITH REEDED POSTS IN TIGER MAPLE OR

CARVED HEADBOARD is available with our Sheraton Tall and

7 Sheraton Field Bed WITH REEDED POSTS IN TIGER MAPLE OR CHERRY NEW OFFERING: REEDED POSTS IN TIGER MAPLE AND CARVED HEADBOARD is available with our Sheraton Tall and Sheraton Field Beds, as well as Reeded or Smooth Posts in either Tiger Maple or Cherry. Custom Carved Headboard as shown available on any bed at upcharge. Eldred Wheeler Collection PAGE 7

8 Sheraton Tall Bed WITH SMOOTH POSTS IN TIGER MAPLE OR CHERRY LIKE OUR SHERATON FIELD BED, THIS TALL POST BED is based on a Thomas Sheraton design. Unlike our Pencil Post Bed from an earlier period, this bed has greater elements of style, grace, and proportion. After all, these posts were meant to be seen, and were not simply functional posts designed to hold drapery. The later period accounts for the greater sophistication. The bed pictured is a double and features a Connecticut River Valley Headboard. Post height is 81 3/ 8. Height from floor to the top of rail is 17. Shown with Smooth Posts, also available with Reeded Posts in Tiger Maple or Cherry. PAGE 8 Eldred Wheeler Collection

Sheraton Tall Bed WITH REEDED POSTS IN TIGER

Sheraton Tall and Sheraton Field Beds, as well

9 Sheraton Tall Bed WITH REEDED POSTS IN TIGER MAPLE OR CHERRY NEW OFFERING: REEDED POSTS IN TIGER MAPLE1! AND CARVED HEADBOARD is available with our Sheraton Tall and Sheraton Field Beds, as well as Reeded or Smooth Posts in either Tiger Maple or Cherry. Eldred Wheeler Collection PAGE 9

Pine Tree Bed circa 1780-1800 THIS INFORMAL COUNTRY BED is very popular in our cherry light stain. The post features a finely proportioned pine tree ring turning.

10 Pine Tree Bed circa THIS INFORMAL COUNTRY BED is very popular in our cherry light stain. The post features a finely proportioned pine tree ring turning. This bed is an excellent choice for either traditional or contemporary dressings. Popular in pairs or singles for children s rooms. Available in Cherry and Tiger Maple. Post height is Height from floor to top of rail is 17. Note that rail in photo is 3 inches high and we now offer this standard with a 5 inch high rail. PAGE10 Eldred Wheeler Collection

Urn Post Bed circa 1800-1825 OUR URN POST BED is based on a folding bed made in the Connecticut River Valley region of central Massachusetts during the first quarter of the 19th Century.

11 Urn Post Bed circa OUR URN POST BED is based on a folding bed made in the Connecticut River Valley region of central Massachusetts during the first quarter of the 19th Century. Although there is an impulse to date this bed to a much earlier period, the sophisticated urns on our head posts suggest a post-revolution design. This lovely design is wonderful in a children s room, as shown above, as a larger bed. Shown in Cherry with the New England Federal Headboard. Post Height is 47 1/2. Foot board option available. Eldred Wheeler Collection PAGE 11

12 Low Post Bed r circa OUR LOW POST BED is an excellent example of a New England country style design found in rural homes during the second half of the 18th Century. The lines of the bed are simple; more functional than decorative. The straight Chippendale legs are topped with well proportioned ball turnings. The bed pictured is a single and the headboard style is New England Federal. Post height is 41 1/ 2. Height from floor to top of headboard is 46. Height from floor to top rail is 17. footboards are available as shown in this photo but are not standard and are not included in our standard price PAGE 12 Eldred Wheeler Collection

Low Pencil Post Bed circa 1720-1760 LOW PENCIL POST BEDS were built throughout New England during the 1700s. Pencil post beds typically held fabric on a tester frame hiding the posts.

13 Low Pencil Post Bed circa LOW PENCIL POST BEDS were built throughout New England during the 1700s. Pencil post beds typically held fabric on a tester frame hiding the posts. Our handcrafted low pencil post bed displays the slender tapered posts capped by a finely-turned flame finial. The New England Country Headboard and Urn Finials are pictured in this photo. This low pencil post does not come with a tester canopy but may have one added for an up charge. You may also order a different finial that is lower called an acorn finial. Post height is 72. Height from floor to top of rail is 17. * Bed rails presented here are three inch high rails - we now offer this bed with a standard five inch rail and standard angle irons for the mattress support flush with the bottom of the rail so that no dust ruffle is needed. Eldred Wheeler Collection PAGE 13

Nantucket Basket Bed Circa 1800-1850 Our Nantucket

tastefully evokes the charm and style of Nantucket.

14 Nantucket Basket Bed Circa Our Nantucket Basket Bed features a hand carved Nantucket basket on the headboard that actually opens! Combined with the wave style headboard, the bed tastefully evokes the charm and style of Nantucket. Posts are sheraton style and may be ordered reeded or unreeded. PAGE 14 Eldred Wheeler Collection

Petite Pine Tree Bed circa 1809-1840 Petite Pine Tree Beds are examples of informal country style beds found throughout the New England area during the early 1800 s.

15 Petite Pine Tree Bed circa Petite Pine Tree Beds are examples of informal country style beds found throughout the New England area during the early 1800 s. This is a smaller refined version of our larger Pine Tree Bed and is especially appropriate for children s rooms and smaller spaces. This is often ordered in pairs for a child s room with matching nightstands. May be done as a platform bed! Post is 42 1/2 High Eldred Wheeler Collection PAGE15

Medical/Movement Bed Decorating Solutions Eldred Wheeler receives increasing demand

reestablishing style in the room for the user without interruption of the bed's

16 Medical/Movement Bed Decorating Solutions Eldred Wheeler receives increasing demand for beds designed to establish a standard bed look around a stand alone hospital or movement bed. We provide a full bed installed around the stand alone bed as a " picture frame" reestablishing style in the room for the user without interruption of the bed's functions. This is popular in homes and assisted care and retirement facilities to provide an aspect of the feeling of home. medical beds PAGE 16 Eldred Wheeler Collection

Headboard Section Beds with Metal Mattress Frame In response to popular demand we are now offering Headboard and Post sections featuring any Eldred Wheeler headboard with any post style.

Two-posted beds are the perfect solutions for smaller bedrooms. The elimination of the two foot posts makes sense in bedrooms where a TV is in use.

17 Headboard Section Beds with Metal Mattress Frame In response to popular demand we are now offering Headboard and Post sections featuring any Eldred Wheeler headboard with any post style. THE HEADBOARD AND POSTS OF YOUR CHOICE are shipped with a metal frame - ready for you to place your mattress and box spring on our frame and attach the headboard/posts section. Two-posted beds are the perfect solutions for smaller bedrooms. The elimination of the two foot posts makes sense in bedrooms where a TV is in use. THIS LOOK IS ALSO EASIER to blend with less traditional room furnishings, and more eclectic room interior design. We can install the full system in your room at delivery or you can easily install yourself if we are shipping to you at a great distance. Double Acorn Post. Single-size Urn Post with New England Federal Headboard Eldred Wheeler Collection PAGE 17

18 Low Pencil Post with New England Country Headboard Martha s Vineyard Headboard Cannonball Posts with Cannonball Headboard Low Post with New England Federal Headboard Pine Tree Post with New England Country Headboard PAGE 18 Eldred Wheeler Collection

Platform Beds Due to the increasing size of mattresses and

way out, making platform beds the growing popular option!

.. Cannonball Platform Bed slat system below mattress

19 Platform Beds Due to the increasing size of mattresses and the technology in the mattresses - box springs are on the way out, making platform beds the growing popular option! We can do any Eldred Wheeler bed as a platform bed... Cannonball Platform Bed slat system below mattress close up of short bevelled foot post Eldred Wheeler Collection PAGE 19

20 Platform Beds Eldred Wheeler can build a Platform Bed for you with any headboard or post style that we offer as well as quote custom sizes and posts. Live Edge Platform Bed Martha s Vineyard Platform Bed Trundle Bed Petite Pine Tree Platform Bed Cannonball Platform Bed in milk paint finish PAGE 20 Eldred Wheeler Collection

Pine Tree Platform Bed Platform beds by Eldred Wheeler are our

Buy our bed in platform style and you do not need a box spring.

21 Pine Tree Platform Bed Platform beds by Eldred Wheeler are our fastest growing segment due to the increasing height of mattresses. Buy our bed in platform style and you do not need a box spring. You will achieve optimal visibility of your headboard even with a high mattress! Call us with your mattress height if possible as you order. Beveled foot post slat system Eldred Wheeler Collection PAGE 21

Eldred Wheeler Craftsmen can create four

22 Eldred Wheeler Craftsmen can create four posts for your bed from any photo or sample post you may have, and build a Custom bed to your specifications. Let us Quote your Custom bed Today! Custom carving? Exotic wood selection? Paneled headboards? We do it all in regular or platform style. PAGE 22 Eldred Wheeler Collection

23 Custom Beds samples of a few of the custom posts we have done Eldred Wheeler Collection PAGE 23

Painted Beds Pine Tree Bed N E Country Headboard Queen Cannonball Bed

to select one of thousands of Benjamin Moore Colors which we will then have

While this is an additional charge - it is very reasonable and permits

24 Painted Beds Pine Tree Bed N E Country Headboard Queen Cannonball Bed Cannonball Headboard King Acorn Bed Eldred Wheeler offers you the opportunity to select one of thousands of Benjamin Moore Colors which we will then have duplicated quite closely in a highly durable lacquer based paint. While this is an additional charge - it is very reasonable and permits discerning designers to coordinate color in a room where natural stain won't do. PAGE 24 Eldred Wheeler Collection

25 Headboard Options Headboard Style Options Acorn Country Hepplewhite Connecticut River Valley Deerfield New England Country Country Cannonball New England Federal Due to height of todays mattresses we recommend purchasing 5 1/2 boxsprings standard headboard 18 height Post Styles & Standard Finial Heights A B C D E F G H I J K (A) Pencil Post inches tall (add 5 inches for finial) (B) Low Pencil Post inches tall (add 3 inches for finial) (C) Sheraton Tall inches tall (no finial) (D) Sheraton Field inches tall (add 7 inches for finial) (E) Acorn Post...65 inches tall (F) Cannonball inches tall (G) Pine Tree inches tall (H) Urn Head Post inches tall (I) Urn Foot Post inches tall (J) Low Head Post inches tall (K) Low Foot Post inches tall Eldred Wheeler Collection PAGE 25

26 Post Heights, Headboard, Angle Irons: Distances to the Floor Ideal Mattress & Box Spring combined height is 16 inches. (Height from bottom of rail to bottom of headboard) We recommend a low profile box spring (5.5 ) because mattresses are running much deeper. A Bed post height by posts. See page 25 B Distance from top of headboard to floor: 46 inches C Distance from bottom of headboard to floor: 28 inches D Distance from top of rail to floor: 17 inches E Distance from bottom of rail to floor: 12 inches 3 inch Angle Iron...12 inches A 3 inch angle iron is just at the bottom inside of the bed rail so you don t see it. You can custom order longer irons if you wish - should you be using dust ruffles below the rail that will hide them. Queen/King center supports On queen and king beds a support is provided that runs from the center of the end rail to the center of the headrail and sits on an angle iron. A support block is then slid into a dovetail in the middle of the support providing center support to your mattress system. ELDRED WHEELER BEDS ARE AVAILABLE as full 4 -posted beds or as 2-Posted Sectionsincluding the headboard with posts and metal frame. PAGE 26 Eldred Wheeler Collection

27 We craft furniture for every room in your home! check out our selection of furniture at Formal and Country Dining Rooms Two Door Glass Media Cabinet Eldred Wheeler Collection PAGE 27

28 We offer substantial discounts on bedroom packages of two to five pieces - including nightstands, dressers and chests. Call or today for a quote on a customized package. Sheraton with Shelf Nightstand Chippendale Mirror Country Hepplewhite Nightstand Ten-drawer Chippendale Chest Mule Chest, Double Dresser Small Four-drawer Chippendale Chest PAGE 28 Eldred Wheeler Collection

Bedroom Packages in Cherry or Tiger Maple wood with your choice of finish and hardware - Whether you buy simply a bed and a nightstand or a complete bedroom package -we offer special discounts.

30 Bedroom Packages in Cherry or Tiger Maple wood with your choice of finish and hardware - Whether you buy simply a bed and a nightstand or a complete bedroom package -we offer special discounts. Chests, Media Cabinets, Dressers, Blanket Chests and much more! Give your Bedroom the Eldred Wheeler Funiture You Deserve! NATIONAL SALES: nationalsales@eldredwheeler.com NEW ENGLAND SALES: (MA, CT, RI, ME, VT, NH) newenglandsales@eldredwheeler.com Norwell Show Room Village Garden Complex 376 Washington St Norwell MA, Hanover factory and Showroom 199 Winter Street Hanover, MA Tours available! Come see how it s made!

L E FORT. Bed Catalog. Fine Furniture in the American Tradition

L E FORT. Bed Catalog. Fine Furniture in the American Tradition Bed Catalog Page 1 Working in the tradition of the great American cabinet makers of the Eighteenth Century, David LeFort s goal is to create works of art unsurpassed in beauty and craftsmanship. Each piece