Antique Headboards

Shop Vintage & Antique Headboards

Fireside Antiques has no shortage of antique headboards that suit any interior design style. We specialize in sourcing authentic, high-quality European antique furniture that provides functionality and visual appeal. The rustic and antique aesthetics are trending, so our headboards make stunning centerpieces for any bedroom.

Our collection includes variations of antique headboards that go back as far as the 18th century from England and France. Trusted restoration experts preserve the beauty of every piece, ensuring you have an authentic, well-made headboard.

Antique Headboard Styles

Antique headboards are versatile because they have numerous styles, shapes, materials, and textures that add to their beauty. From upholstered Italian 19th-century pieces to Italian gold gilt metal headboards, you can find an antique headboard to appeal to any style or preference.

At Fireside Antiques, you can explore weathered metal headboards with floral accents and painted French antique headboards with intricate detailing and color. The beauty of antique headboards is that they can work well in traditional and contemporary bedrooms with relative ease.

No matter your preferred antique headboard style, you can rest assured that having one in your home means possessing a valuable piece of European history. These headboards are lovely additions to any bedroom, including those with classic decor, minimalist designs, and contemporary aesthetics.

The History of Antique Headboards

Beds with headboards have a long history as essential components to a comfortable bedroom. Their original purpose was to block cold drafts at night to help people remain warm and sleep comfortably. Over time, they became a way to showcase one’s social status using quality materials and ornate designs.

Upper-class Europeans had massive beds in the 16th and 17th centuries that were heavily decorated. Some styles included oak headboards with detailed carvings and colored curtains affixed to two or more bedposts for decor and privacy. Other types included brass or wrought iron with curved details and simplistic headboards made of ash, oak, or mahogany.

Antique headboards from Fireside Antiques can add a sense of classic luxury and charm to your bedrooms with elegant design and stunning craftsmanship. Explore our selection today to get inspired!