Warm & Snug: The History of the Bed (Sutton History Classics)

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In this book, Lawrence Wright takes a have a look at the place where we spend a third of our lives – bed. From a Neolithic stone bed unearthed at Skara Brae to the bed (c. 1350 BC) from Tutankhamen’s tomb, from stark Anglo-Saxon designs to ornate early Renaissance beds and elaborate State bedchambers, it is a journey through the history of social, sexual and sanitary attitudes to the design of beds. Illustrated with over 200 images, including early wood-engravings and etchings and later up to date drawings, this book explores beautiful, odd and humorous approaches to beds. Chippendale, in his Chinese period, created an elegant lacquered and gilt bed in peculiar contrast to his unbelievable design for one with such an elaborate and overpowering superstructure that the bed itself looks like a small cushion. In up to date times, the need for space inspired more practical designs such as wardrobe beds and American metal folding beds. Filled with a wealth of curious facts this is a perfect book for any person interested in the history of on a regular basis things.

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