{"product_id":"1950s-canadian-mid-century-modern-afromosia-teak-double-bed-frames-by-jan-kuypers-for-imperial-furniture-stratford-ontario-restored","title":"1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Afromosia Teak Double Bed Frames by Jan Kuypers for Imperial Furniture | Stratford Ontario | Restored","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/2589\/files\/Authenticated-small_large.png?v=1500295264\" alt=\"Authenticate by VHB\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFew pieces stop you in your tracks. This pair of late 1950s solid Afromosia teak double bed frames — designed by the celebrated Dutch born designer \u003cstrong\u003eJan Kuypers\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003eImperial Furniture\u003c\/strong\u003e of Stratford, Ontario — most certainly will. Elegant, precise, and unmistakably Mid-Century Modern, these bed frames represent the very best of Canadian furniture design from its golden era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy These Jan Kuypers for Imperial Furniture Bed Frames Are a Must-Have:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Solid Afromosia Teak Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid Afromosia teak headboard and footboard with an incredible grain pattern and deep, rich colour that rewards every glance — warm, sculptural, and utterly timeless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMcCobb-Style Tapered Legs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each headboard and footboard sits on two elegantly tapered solid Afromosia teak legs in the celebrated McCobb style — a design detail that gives these frames their distinctive floating, airy quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Side Rails Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each frame includes two solid steel side rails — sturdy, precise, and built to last.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox Spring or Slats Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for use with a box spring, but fully compatible with today's taller mattresses using slats — versatile by design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStamped with the Imperial Logo:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentication confirmed the old-fashioned way. Imperial Furniture's stamp is a hallmark of genuine Canadian Mid-Century Modern quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable as a Pair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two matching frames available — ideal for a guest room, children's room, or twin bedroom setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Jan Kuypers \u0026amp; Imperial Furniture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eImperial Furniture Manufacturing was founded in Stratford, Ontario, and in 1951 hired 26-year-old Dutchman Jan Kuypers to head its first design department as chief designer. The results were extraordinary — Kuypers transformed the company, introducing a precise, efficient minimalism previously absent from Canadian furniture and manufacturing. Between 1953 and 1955, Kuypers won twenty-five National Industrial Design Council awards. His designs for Imperial were displayed at the first government-sponsored Design Centre in Ottawa in 1953 and in the Canadian pavilion at the 1954 Milan Triennale — his Nipigon armchair of 1956 was featured in the Canadian pavilion at the 1958 Brussels World's Fair. Imperial Furniture pieces by Jan Kuypers appear regularly on 1stDibs at eye watering prices  — and matched pairs are rarely available.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eUse one frame in a guest room and one in a child's bedroom for a beautifully cohesive Mid-Century Modern aesthetic throughout your home. Or keep both together for a twin bedroom setup that looks like it belongs in a design magazine. The compact double size makes these frames perfect for smaller Toronto bedrooms, condos, heritage homes, and loft spaces where a queen or king simply won't fit — without sacrificing a single ounce of style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable for viewing in Toronto, Ontario. Canada-wide delivery available. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional of note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits a standard North American double mattress and box spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease note this is in our warehouse. If you wish to see it assembled, please call ahead to view it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePriced individually or as a pair. Select the variant you wish. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDIMENSIONS:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 335px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 136.71875px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 186.28125px;\"\u003eHeadboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 186.28125px;\"\u003eFootboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 136.71875px;\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 186.28125px;\"\u003e34\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 186.28125px;\"\u003e19\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 136.71875px;\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 186.28125px;\"\u003e55\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 186.28125px;\"\u003e55\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 136.71875px;\"\u003eDepth    (total bed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 186.28125px;\"\u003e78\" \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 186.28125px;\"\u003en\/a\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vintagehomeboutique.ca\/pages\/contact\" title=\"VH\"\u003eCONTACT US\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vintagehomeboutique.ca\/pages\/contact\" title=\"VH\"\u003e:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith questions or to obtain a quote to customize\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf it is sold, and you just wish to be notified if we find another like it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you require additional specific photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONDITION:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn \u003ca title=\"VHB Product condition ratings\" href=\"http:\/\/vintagehomeboutique.ca\/blogs\/vintage-home-boutique\/64426307-our-product-condition-ratings\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eexcellent condition\u003c\/a\u003e with extremely minor age appropriate wear. The entire item has been professionally restored but retains the original finish. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOUR COMMITMENTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Authenticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% secure payments via Shopify.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vintagehomeboutique.ca\/pages\/delivery\" title=\"VHB Delivery Policies\"\u003eDelivery \u003c\/a\u003eacross Canada. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7-day \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vintagehomeboutique.ca\/pages\/frequently-asked-questions\" title=\"VHB Return Policy\"\u003ereturns\u003c\/a\u003e on full price, non-custom furniture. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vintage Home Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Single Bed Frame","offer_id":48739682222250,"sku":null,"price":1195.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Both Bed Frames","offer_id":48739682255018,"sku":null,"price":1995.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/2589\/products\/ElegantMid-CenturySolidAfricanTeakDoubleBedFramebyImperial-1.jpg?v=1598552909","url":"https:\/\/vintagehomeboutique.ca\/products\/1950s-canadian-mid-century-modern-afromosia-teak-double-bed-frames-by-jan-kuypers-for-imperial-furniture-stratford-ontario-restored","provider":"Vintage Home Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}