English, The Bed of Ware, 1558-1603, Victoria and Albert Museum, Art Funded 1931
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Richly carved and ornamented bed with the remains of painted decoration.
Subject of numerous tales and literary references, for example Twelfth Night and a play by Ben Jonson.
More information
Title of artwork, date
The Bed of Ware, 1558-1603
Date supported
1931
Medium and material
Oak
Dimensions
230 x 328 cm
Grant
2,030
Total cost
4,000
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