Daybed, late 16th-early 17th century, 20 5/8 x 82 3/4 x 30 1/2 in. ( x x cm), Huanghuali, cane, China, 16th-17th century, Daybeds of all types are commonly depicted in paintings and other illustrations of scholars’ studios. During the day such furniture served as a sitting or reclining platform, work area or storage surface while during the night, a bed for sleeping. As a standard form, the daybed retained the antique elegance of the raise dais or platform that a respected nobleman, scholar, or priest might occupy.

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